Sony SGPT211US/S Help Manual

Sony SGPT211US/S Help Manual

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  • Page 1 SGPT21 Series Search Sony Tablet Help guide Troubleshooting Read This First What You Can Do About the Home Screen List of Apps Apps Android Parts Description Setup You can download the PDF Help guide so you can Download Help refer to it without needing a network connection.
  • Page 2: Troubleshooting

    Back to Top Search What You Can Do Troubleshooting Apps Communication What You Can Do Device linking Other apps Sony network services Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 3 Email Gallery Android Music Unlimited Music player Other apps Reader Parts Description Social Feed Reader Select App Sony network services Video Unlimited Setup Video player Wi-Fi checker Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 4 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Android Troubleshooting Basic operation Favorites What You Can Do Home Screen Text input Touch screen Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 5: Parts Description

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Parts Description Troubleshooting Main unit What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 6 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Setup Troubleshooting Battery Main unit What You Can Do Power Screen Supplied items Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 7: Network / Internet

    Troubleshooting AT&T Mobile Broadband Browser What You Can Do DLNA Device linking Internet Select App Apps Social Feed Reader Wi-Fi checker Wireless LAN Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8 Back to Top Search Connections Troubleshooting AT&T Mobile Broadband BLUETOOTH What You Can Do Battery DLNA Device linking Internet Apps Power Wireless LAN Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 9 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Settings Troubleshooting AT&T Mobile Broadband Basic operation What You Can Do Battery Camera Home Apps Screen Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 10 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Playback Troubleshooting Gallery Music player What You Can Do Video player Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11: Other Operations

    What You Can Do Battery Calculator Calendar Camera Apps Contacts Desk clock Email Favorites Android Important notice Power Reader Parts Description Screen SD Memory card Text input Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 12 Apps Important notice Internet Main unit Power Android Read this first SD Memory card Screen Service and support Parts Description Touch screen Supplied items Wireless LAN Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 13 SGPT21 Series Search Sony Tablet Help guide How to Use See the following URL for detailed FAQ information. Tablet Device http://esupport.sony.com/model/SGPT211USS/US Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 14 Embedded Secure Document Search The file http://esupport.sony.com/docs/tablet/helpguide_sgpt2/US/pdf/helpguide_pdf.pdf is a secure document that has been embedded in this document. Double click the pushpin to view.
  • Page 15: Read This First

    Troubleshooting Read This First What You Can Do Congratulations on your purchase of a Sony tablet device. This help guide explains how to operate your tablet device and apps. Before you start using your Apps tablet device, read the supplied Important Information (safety instructions).
  • Page 16: About The Home Screen

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting About the Home Screen What You Can Do App shortcuts, status bars, widgets, and more are displayed on the Home screen. The Home screen consists of five pages, and you can flick left/right to scroll the pages. Apps Android Parts Description...
  • Page 17 Related Topic Search Customizing the Home Screen Favorites Widgets Application Launcher About the Notification Panel Rotating the Screen Quick Search Locking the Screen Displaying Recent Apps © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 18: List Of Apps

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting List of Apps What You Can Do When you first purchase your tablet device, the following apps are preinstalled on it. You can start each app by tapping its icon. Apps Hint When appears at the top right of the screen, you can tap it to display the option menu.
  • Page 19 Check the Wi-Fi connection of your tablet device [Details] Reader Purchase and browse eBooks content [Details] Help guide Display this Help guide via the network Select App Access websites that introduce Sony-recommended apps [Details] Video Unlimited Access Sony’s premium video delivery service [Details] Music Unlimited...
  • Page 20 Access Sony’s cloud music delivery service [Details] Search PS Store You can purchase and download PlayStation games from the PlayStation(R) Store [Details]. Crash Bandicoot(R) Play this classic game for the first generation PlayStation Pinball Heroes Play this classic pinball game for the first generation PlayStation...
  • Page 21 Maps Search Find your location and search destinations/routes (Google Maps) Places Use this information service for shops and places Navigation Use this Internet-aided GPS navigation system that includes a voice guidance function Latitude Check a friend’s current position on a map Market Download or purchase new apps Voice Search...
  • Page 22 Search Download high quality games to your Android tablet from the Top HD Games at Gameloft's online store [Details]. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 23 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Apps Troubleshooting Searching for Apps What You Can Do Viewing Apps Recommended by Sony Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 24 Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STREAMING) Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it Preparing the Home Network Setup What You Can Do Over the Home Network Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25 Sony network services Troubleshooting About PS Store What You Can Do Enjoying Digital Books Enjoying Games Apps Enjoying Music Content Enjoying Video Content Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 26 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Communication Troubleshooting Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 27: Other Apps

    Other apps Troubleshooting About PS Store What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps List of Apps Supported Formats Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 28 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Browser Troubleshooting Browser What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 29 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Calendar Troubleshooting Calendar What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 30 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Contacts Troubleshooting Contacts What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 31: Desk Clock

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Desk clock Troubleshooting Desk clock What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 32 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Email Troubleshooting Email What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Music Unlimited Troubleshooting Music Unlimited What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 34 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Other apps Troubleshooting About PS Store What You Can Do List of Apps Supported Formats Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 35 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Select App Troubleshooting Select App What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 36 What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Enjoying Digital Books Enjoying Games Android Enjoying Music Content Enjoying Video Content Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 37: Video Player

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Video player Troubleshooting Supported Formats What You Can Do Using Media Go Video player Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Calculator Troubleshooting Calculator What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39 You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Caring for Your Tablet Device Notes on the Built-in Camera Android Using the Built-in Camera Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 40 Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STREAMING) Apps Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it Preparing the Home Network Android What You Can Do Over the Home Network Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 41 Copying Data on a Computer to Your Tablet Device Setup Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices Notes on Connecting Your Tablet Device and a Computer with a USB Cable Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 42 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Gallery Troubleshooting Gallery What You Can Do Supported Formats Using Media Go Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 43: Music Player

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Music player Troubleshooting Music player What You Can Do Supported Formats Using Media Go Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 44 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Reader Troubleshooting Reader What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 What You Can Do Registering a Twitter or Facebook account Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends Apps Social Feed Reader Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 46 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Video Unlimited Troubleshooting Video Unlimited What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 47 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Wi-Fi checker Troubleshooting Wi-Fi checker What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48: Basic Operation

    How to Use the Touch Screen Apps Locking the Screen Rotating the Screen Android You might be looking for the following topics: Parts Description Before Use Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 49 About the Home Screen What You Can Do About the Notification Panel Application Launcher Apps Customizing the Home Screen Displaying Recent Apps Android Quick Search Widgets Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 50: Text Input

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Text input Troubleshooting Cutting and Pasting Text What You Can Do Entering Text Using the On-screen Keyboard Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Favorites Troubleshooting Favorites What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 52 Locking the Screen Android Quick Search Rotating the Screen Parts Description Widgets Setup You might be looking for the following topics: Notes on the Screen Network / Internet Turning On/Off the Screen Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 53: Touch Screen

    How to Use the Touch Screen What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Handling the Touch Screen Notes on the Screen Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 54: Main Unit

    You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Caring for Your Tablet Device Checking the Supplied Items Android Notes on Geomagnetic Sensor Notes on Holding Your Tablet Device Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 55 You might be looking for the following topics: Notes on Using the AC Adapter Android Notes on Using the Battery Saving the Battery Consumption Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 56 Apps Turning On Your Tablet Device Turning On/Off the Screen Android You might be looking for the following topics: Parts Description Notes on Using the Battery Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 57: Supplied Items

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Supplied items Troubleshooting Checking the Supplied Items What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 58 You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Caring for Your Tablet Device Notes on Geomagnetic Sensor Android Notes on Holding Your Tablet Device Parts and Controls Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59 About the Notification Panel Android Application Launcher Customizing the Home Screen Parts Description Locking the Screen Notes on the Screen Quick Search Setup Rotating the Screen Widgets Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 60 Back to Top Search AT&T Mobile Broadband Troubleshooting Adjusting Connection Settings What You Can Do How to Connect to the AT&T Mobile Broadband Network Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 61 Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STREAMING) Apps Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it Preparing the Home Network Android What You Can Do Over the Home Network Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 62 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Internet Troubleshooting Notes on Using the Wi-Fi Function What You Can Do Starting Wi-Fi Communications Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 What You Can Do Registering a Twitter or Facebook account Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends Apps Social Feed Reader Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64: Wireless Lan

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Wireless LAN Troubleshooting Notes on Using the Wi-Fi Function What You Can Do Starting Wi-Fi Communications Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Browser Troubleshooting Browser What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 66 Copying Data on a Computer to Your Tablet Device Setup Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices Notes on Connecting Your Tablet Device and a Computer with a USB Cable Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 67 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Select App Troubleshooting Select App What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 68 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Wi-Fi checker Troubleshooting Wi-Fi checker What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69 Back to Top Search AT&T Mobile Broadband Troubleshooting Adjusting Connection Settings What You Can Do How to Connect to the AT&T Mobile Broadband Network Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 70 You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Charging the Battery Notes on Using the AC Adapter Android Notes on Using the Battery Saving the Battery Consumption Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71 Parts Description What You Can Do Over the Home Network Setup You might be looking for the following topics: Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 72 Apps Charging the Battery Notes on Using the Battery Android Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Turning On Your Tablet Device Parts Description Turning On/Off the Screen Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Wireless LAN Troubleshooting Notes on Using the Wi-Fi Function What You Can Do Starting Wi-Fi Communications Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 74 Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device Apps Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications Android You might be looking for the following topics: Notes on Using the Bluetooth(R) Function Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 75 Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STREAMING) Apps Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it Preparing the Home Network Android What You Can Do Over the Home Network Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Internet Troubleshooting Notes on Using the Wi-Fi Function What You Can Do Starting Wi-Fi Communications Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 77 Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Notes on Connecting Your Tablet Device and a Computer with a USB Cable What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 Back to Top Search AT&T Mobile Broadband Troubleshooting Adjusting Connection Settings What You Can Do How to Connect to the AT&T Mobile Broadband Network Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Charging the Battery Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Android Notes on Using the Battery Saving the Battery Consumption Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting About the GPS Function What You Can Do Disabling the Location Information Enabling the Location Information Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81 About the Notification Panel Android Application Launcher Locking the Screen Parts Description Notes on the Screen Quick Search Rotating the Screen Setup Turning On/Off the Screen Widgets Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 82 Apps You might be looking for the following topics: Google Account Android How to Use the Touch Screen Locking the Screen Parts Description Rotating the Screen Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Camera Caring for Your Tablet Device Android Notes on the Built-in Camera Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84 You might be looking for the following topics: Apps About the Home Screen About the Notification Panel Android Application Launcher Displaying Recent Apps Parts Description Quick Search Widgets Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 85 Back to Top Search Gallery Troubleshooting Gallery What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Supported Formats Using Media Go Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 Video player Troubleshooting Video player What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Supported Formats Using Media Go Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 87 Music player Troubleshooting Music player What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Supported Formats Using Media Go Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Backup Troubleshooting About Backup What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 Saving the Battery Consumption Apps You might be looking for the following topics: Android Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Notes on Using the AC Adapter Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Calendar Troubleshooting Calendar What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 91 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Contacts Troubleshooting Contacts What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Email Troubleshooting Email What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting About the GPS Function What You Can Do Disabling the Location Information Enabling the Location Information Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 94 Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Apps Turning On Your Tablet Device Turning On/Off the Screen Android You might be looking for the following topics: Parts Description Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95: Sd Memory Card

    SD Memory card Troubleshooting Notes on Using microSD Memory Cards What You Can Do Notes on microSD Memory cards Removing/Inserting a microSD Memory Card Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Text input Troubleshooting Cutting and Pasting Text What You Can Do Entering Text Using the On-screen Keyboard Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 Rotating the Screen Apps You might be looking for the following topics: Before Use Android Changing the Settings Google Account Parts Description How to Use the Touch Screen Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 98 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Calculator Troubleshooting Calculator What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 99 Notes on the Built-in Camera Using the Built-in Camera Apps You might be looking for the following topics: Android Caring for Your Tablet Device Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 100 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Desk clock Troubleshooting Desk clock What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 101 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Favorites Troubleshooting Favorites What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 102: Important Notice

    Notes on Using Voice Communications Apps What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps About Sample Data Trademarks Android Specifications Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 103 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Reader Troubleshooting Reader What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 104 You might be looking for the following topics: Android About the Home Screen About the Notification Panel Parts Description Application Launcher Customizing the Home Screen Setup Notes on the Screen Quick Search Widgets Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 105 You might be looking for the following topics: Apps About Bluetooth(R) Security About the Bluetooth(R) Function Android Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 106 Notes on Using the Battery Apps You might be looking for the following topics: Charging the Battery Android Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Saving the Battery Consumption Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 107: Care And Maintenance

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Care and maintenance Troubleshooting Handling the Touch Screen What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 108 About Sample Data What You Can Do Trademarks Specifications Apps You might be looking for the following topics: Android Notes on Using Voice Communications Apps Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 109 Checking the Supplied Items Notes on Geomagnetic Sensor Apps Notes on Holding Your Tablet Device Android You might be looking for the following topics: Parts and Controls Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 110 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Read this first Troubleshooting Read This First What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 111 About the Notification Panel Android Application Launcher Customizing the Home Screen Parts Description Locking the Screen Quick Search Rotating the Screen Setup Turning On/Off the Screen Widgets Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 112 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Supplied items Troubleshooting Checking the Supplied Items What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 113 Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Notes on Connecting Your Tablet Device and a Computer with a USB Cable What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 114 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Backup Troubleshooting About Backup What You Can Do Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 115 What You Can Do Notes on the Built-in Camera Apps You might be looking for the following topics: Camera Android Using the Built-in Camera Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 116 Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STREAMING) Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it Preparing the Home Network Setup What You Can Do Over the Home Network Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 117 Troubleshooting Notes on Using the Wi-Fi Function What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Starting Wi-Fi Communications Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 118 You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Charging the Battery Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Android Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Turning On Your Tablet Device Parts Description Turning On/Off the Screen Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 119 What You Can Do Notes on microSD Memory cards Apps You might be looking for the following topics: Removing/Inserting a microSD Memory Card Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 120: Service And Support

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Service and support Troubleshooting Online Support Websites What You Can Do Support for PlayStation(R) in general Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 What You Can Do Notes on the Screen Apps You might be looking for the following topics: How to Use the Touch Screen Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 122 Troubleshooting Notes on Using the Wi-Fi Function What You Can Do You might be looking for the following topics: Apps Starting Wi-Fi Communications Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 123 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Tablet Device How to Use AT&T Mobile Broadband Audio Tablet Device BLUETOOTH Battery Main unit Power Apps Screen Settings Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124: How To Use

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Apps How to Use Audio Browser Tablet Device Camera DLNA File Apps Settings Video Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 125 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Network / Internet How to Use AT&T Mobile Broadband Tablet Device Wireless LAN Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 126: Charging The Battery

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Charging the Battery What You Can Do The battery is charged when your tablet device is plugged in. The charging time will vary depending on your usage. 1. Install the battery pack into your tablet device [Details]. Apps 2.
  • Page 127 © 2012 Sony Corporation Search...
  • Page 128 Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Online Support Websites What You Can Do If you need more information about your tablet device, see http://esupport.sony.com/model/SGPT211USS/US Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129: Google Account

    & sync] - [+ Add account] (at the top right of the screen) - [Google Account] in that order. Playback You can also sign up for a Google account by accessing Google (https://www.google.com/accounts/) directly. Other Operations Related Topic Before Use Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 130: Quick Search

    Related Topic About the Home Screen Customizing the Home Screen Setup Favorites Widgets Network / Internet Application Launcher About the Notification Panel Connections Rotating the Screen Locking the Screen Settings Displaying Recent Apps Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 131 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Favorites What You Can Do In Favorites, thumbnails for websites you frequently visit, and content such as videos, photos, music, books, or games you have registered as favorites are displayed. As you can see all registered content items at once, you can start the desired content with one tap, without Apps starting/ending apps repeatedly.
  • Page 132 Quick Search Search Locking the Screen Displaying Recent Apps © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 133: Application Launcher

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Application Launcher What You Can Do The application launcher displays the icons of all available apps, allowing you to tap those to start the app. You can scroll the screen up and down by flicking it. You can also sort the order of icons. 1.
  • Page 134 Displaying Recent Apps Search © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 135: Customizing The Home Screen

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Customizing the Home Screen What You Can Do Adding icons on the Home screen allows you to start apps easily. Apps Customizing the Home screen 1. On the Home screen, tap [ ] at the top right of the screen. Android The screen for customizing the Home screen is displayed.
  • Page 136 © 2012 Sony Corporation Search...
  • Page 137: Adding A Widget To The Home Screen

    Tapping and holding the widget on the Home screen, drag/drop the widget to (Remove). Connections Related Topic Settings About the Home Screen Customizing the Home Screen Playback Favorites Application Launcher Other Operations About the Notification Panel Rotating the Screen Quick Search Announcements Locking the Screen Displaying Recent Apps © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 138: About The Notification Panel

    Parts Description Related Topic Setup About the Home Screen Customizing the Home Screen Favorites Network / Internet Widgets Application Launcher Connections Rotating the Screen Quick Search Settings Locking the Screen Displaying Recent Apps Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 139 About the Home Screen Android Customizing the Home Screen Favorites Parts Description Widgets Application Launcher Setup About the Notification Panel Rotating the Screen Network / Internet Quick Search Locking the Screen Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 140: Rotating The Screen

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Rotating the Screen What You Can Do The screen rotates when you turn your tablet device sideways shown below. Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Note Depending on the application, the screen may rotate regardless of the direction of your tablet Connections device.
  • Page 141 Quick Search Search Locking the Screen Displaying Recent Apps © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 142: Locking The Screen

    Setup Related Topic About the Home Screen Network / Internet Customizing the Home Screen Favorites Widgets Connections Application Launcher About the Notification Panel Settings Rotating the Screen Quick Search Playback Displaying Recent Apps Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 143 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Calendar What You Can Do You can manage your schedule on your tablet device. By registering your Google account, you can sync your Google Calendar and your schedule data, making your schedule even more handy. Apps If using Microsoft Exchange Server, you can manage your schedule by connecting to Microsoft Exchange Server.
  • Page 144 If your calendar is set to sync with Google calendar automatically and you change the schedule on a computer or other devices, your tablet device will connect with Google calendar automatically. This may cause unexpected communications charge. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 145: Using Bookmarks

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Browser What You Can Do The Browser app lets you access and browse websites on the Internet. You can display/switch between multiple websites by using tabs. 1. Tap Apps to start the Browser app. Hint Android If you cannot find the icon to start the app, look for it in the application launcher displayed by...
  • Page 146 [ Home screen] as the destination, and then tap [OK]. To access a website from its bookmark to call up the list of registered bookmarks. Tap the desired website from the list. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 147 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Camera What You Can Do You can shoot photos and movies using the built-in front and rear cameras. Various shooting settings such as image size are also available. Location information also can be added to photos. 1.
  • Page 148 Internet websites. Some performances, shows and displays may restrict recordings for even personal use. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to copyright laws. Related Topic Using the Built-in Camera Notes on the Built-in Camera © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 149: Joining Contacts

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Contacts What You Can Do You can register names, phone numbers, addresses, etc. as frequently used contacts. By registering your Google account, you can sync Contacts with your Google Contacts, making them even more handy. Apps If using Microsoft Exchange Server, you can integrate your connecting work contacts by connecting to Microsoft Exchange Server.
  • Page 150 3. Tap [Join] on the option menu. 4. Tap the contact you wish to join with. The contact selected in step 2 is joined with the contact selected in step 4. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 151 If you cannot find the icon to start the app, look for it in the application launcher displayed by tapping [ Apps] at the top right of the Home screen. Network / Internet The time set for the alarm is displayed on the screen. Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 152 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Email What You Can Do You can compose, send and receive e-mail messages in the same format as used on computers. You can register multiple e-mail accounts. Your contacts list can be used to add the recipient address when composing a new e-mail message.
  • Page 153 Composing/Sending an e-mail Search 1. On the e-mail list screen, tap at the top right of the screen. The e-mail composing screen is displayed. 2. Input the recipient’s e-mail address at [To]. 3. Input the subject at [Subject]. 4. Input the message at [Compose Mail]. 5.
  • Page 154 1. On the e-mail list screen or on an e-mail screen, tap the check box of the desired e-mail to put a check in. The e-mails having a check mark are selected. 2. When finished selecting e-mails, make changes to them such as moving them to another folder or deleting them. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 155 Purchase or rent the video files from Video Unlimited* Network / Internet *1 Video Unlimited is a video service available on Sony Entertainment Network. Connections Playing back video content on your tablet device 1.
  • Page 156 While you are sending content to another device, you can play back other content on your tablet device. *1 Video Unlimited is a video service available on Sony Entertainment Network. Displaying detailed information about video content 1. On the playback screen, tap the option menu.
  • Page 157 Enjoying Video Content Search Supported Formats About Sample Data © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 158 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Music player What You Can Do The Music player app allows you to play back music content stored on your tablet device or the home network. You can also send music content to another DLNA certified device and play it back on that device.
  • Page 159 Using your tablet device, you can send music content to another DLNA certified device via the home network and play back the music content on that device [Details]. Search Note If you display another screen by means such as tapping , while you are controlling another device (playback device) using your tablet device, return to the control screen via the notification panel.
  • Page 160 That notification can be turned off from the settings of 12 TONE ANALYSIS. Hint Songs are analyzed using Sony 12 TONE ANALYSIS technology. The results of the analysis are applied to the SensMe(TM) channels, and the visualizer will move graphics according to the beat of the song.
  • Page 161 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Gallery What You Can Do The Gallery app allows you to show or play back photos or videos in your tablet device or Picasa web albums. You can send photos to another DLNA certified device and play them back on that device, and you can also easily post photos to network services to share them.
  • Page 162: Sharing Photos Or Videos

    1. On the playback screen, tap the option menu, and then tap [Crop]. 2. Specify the cropping range, and then tap The photo is cropped to the specified range. Related Topic Supported Formats About Sample Data © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 163 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Playing Back Content Stored on Another Device (Server) What You Can Do You can play back on your tablet device content such as videos, photos or music stored on the server [Details]. Your favorite folders and content can also be bookmarked. Apps You must make preparations in advance to use the home network [Details].
  • Page 164 Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices Search What You Can Do Over the Home Network About DLNA Preparing the Home Network Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 165 Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network Network / Internet Registering a Twitter or Facebook account Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed Connections Reading and Writing the Post (Article) Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 166 Home screen, the settings screen appears when you start the Wi-Fi checker app the next time. Network / Internet Related Topic Starting Wi-Fi Communications Notes on Using the Wi-Fi Function Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 167 For customers in the U.S. and Canada only http://ebookstore.sony.com/help Connections Trademarks Sony Electronics Inc., Sony and the Sony logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved. Settings Related Topic...
  • Page 168 If you cannot find the icon to start the app, look for it in the application launcher displayed by Network / Internet tapping [ Apps] at the top right of the Home screen. Related Topic Connections Viewing Apps Recommended by Sony Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 169 Video Unlimited What You Can Do The Video Unlimited service brings the best in digital video on Sony’s Internet-enabled devices from Sony Entertainment Network. Now you can download your favorite videos to your Sony Tablet device and watch them anytime, anywhere. Download and install this app today.
  • Page 170 , a variety of channels, plus sync* your own personal library. Listen to your music from a range of popular devices such as your Sony Tablets, PSP (R), BRAVIA (R) TVs, PSP (R) Apps and PS3 (TM) consoles, Android (TM) phones, Blu-ray Disc (TM) players, and nearly any PC! No downloading, unlimited skips and no ads.
  • Page 171 Search Troubleshooting About PS Store What You Can Do PlayStation(R) Store is an online store provided by Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. You can purchase items such as PlayStation(R) games for PlayStation(TM) Certified terminals. Apps Note Your PSN or SEN sign-in ID is required to purchase PlayStation(R) games from PlayStation(R) Store.
  • Page 172: Changing The Settings

    Wireless & networks Android Sound Screen Location & security Parts Description Applications Accounts & sync Privacy Setup Storage Language & input Network / Internet Accessibility Date & time About tablet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 173 If you cannot find the icon to start the app, look for it in the application launcher displayed by tapping [ Apps] at the top right of the Home screen. Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 174 Android When you start your tablet first time, download and install this app. Parts Description Support information http://support.foursquare.com/home Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 175 Web to your PC. When you start your tablet for the first time, download and install this app. Support information Android http://www.evernote.com/about/contact/support/ Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 176 Apps favorite games. Support information support@gameloft.com Android U.S.A. 1-800-910-3186, 1-800-913-6828, 1-800-961-6744 (09:00-18:00 Monday-Friday) Canada Parts Description 1-800-910-3186, 1-800-913-6828, 1-800-961-6744 (09:00-18:00 Monday-Friday) Mexico 1-800-681-9573, 1-800-681-9272 (09:00-18:00 Monday-Friday) Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 177: Searching For Apps

    Android Market provided by Google. Tap [ Apps] at the top right of the Home screen, followed by [ Market] on the displayed Android application launcher. Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 178 A stylish app recommendation site that provides you with a continually updated list of interesting Apps and useful applications to enhance your tablet device experience. Select App provides tablet device owners easy access to a variety of apps specifically chosen by Sony. Android Related Topic...
  • Page 179: Other Devices

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices What You Can Do DLNA Apps If you connect your tablet device to the home network, you can enjoy videos, music or photos by linking other devices as follows.
  • Page 180 PARTY STREAMING function. Related Topic What You Can Do Over the Home Network About DLNA Preparing the Home Network Playing Back Content Stored on Another Device (Server) Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 181 What You Can Do Over the Home Network Preparing the Home Network Announcements Playing Back Content Stored on Another Device (Server) Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STREAMING) © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 182 2. Connect your tablet device to your computer with a Micro-USB cable sold separately. 3. Click the Start button to display the start menu. Network / Internet 4. Click [Computer]. 5. Double-click [Sony Tablet P]. 6. Double-click [SD Card]. Connections The folder list of your tablet device screen is displayed.
  • Page 183 Use a commercially available Micro-USB cable to connect your tablet device and a computer. Charging the battery via USB is not supported when your tablet device is connected to a Android computer or a charger. Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 184 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STREAMING) What You Can Do You can send (Throw) music content stored on your tablet device or the home network and play back the content at the same time via your home network on the devices with a PARTY Apps STREAMING function.
  • Page 185 Search 6. Tap [Start]. Playback using the PARTY STREAMING function starts on the selected devices. You can control playback using your tablet device. Hint You can also select to play back content stored on another device (server) using the DLNA app ([Details]) and proceed to step 5.
  • Page 186 Search 1. Muting button Tap this to turn off the volume. 2. Master Volume control bar Drag the point on the bar and release it at the desired volume. The volume is adjusted while maintaining volume balance among the devices. 3.
  • Page 187 © 2012 Sony Corporation Search...
  • Page 188 While you are sending content to another device, you can play back other content on your tablet device. *1 Video Unlimited is a video service available on Sony Entertainment Network. Related Topic Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices...
  • Page 189 Preparing the Home Network Search Playing Back Content Stored on Another Device (Server) Using Media Go © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 190 Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices What You Can Do Over the Home Network Settings About DLNA Playing Back Content Stored on Another Device (Server) Playback Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 191 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting What You Can Do Over the Home Network What You Can Do You can do things like those shown below by connecting your tablet device to the home network. Playing back content stored on another device (server) Apps Android Parts Description...
  • Page 192 Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices About DLNA Preparing the Home Network Playing Back Content Stored on Another Device (Server) Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STREAMING) © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 193 And you can purchase eBooks easily on-line from the Reader(TM) Store. Android Note Reader(TM) Store may not be available in some countries/regions. Parts Description Related Topic Reader Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 194: Enjoying Games

    As a PlayStation(TM) Certified device, your tablet device allows you to enjoy titles such as classic first-generation PlayStation games. You can purchase PlayStation games from the PlayStation(R) Store. Apps Game titles from a variety of companies all over the world in addition to Sony can also be downloaded from the Android Market. Android Related Topic...
  • Page 195 Android Music Unlimited is a music service available on Sony Entertainment Network. Note Parts Description This app or service may not be available in some countries/regions.
  • Page 196 Settings Convenience: No need to drive or walk to a video kiosk, or wait for discs in the mail. Buy/Rent: Get films & TV episodes on your Sony Tablets, PSP (R), BRAVIA (R) TVs, PS3 (TM) Playback consoles, and more.
  • Page 197 © 2012 Sony Corporation Search...
  • Page 198 Social Feed Reader Registering a Twitter or Facebook account Setup Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed Reading and Writing the Post (Article) Network / Internet Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 199: Supported Formats

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Supported Formats What You Can Do Playable formats vary depending on the app or content used. Note Apps Some files may not be playable on your tablet device. Android Video Parts Description Maximum Format/ Maximum Profile...
  • Page 200 Format/ Maximum Gallery Codec resolution (pixels) Extension JPEG 6048 x 4032 .jpg 2000 x 2000 .gif 2000 x 2000 .png 2000 x 2000 .bmp WBMP 2000 x 2000 .wbmp Related Topic Gallery Music player Video player © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 201: Using Media Go

    You can now transfer content between your tablet device and computer. Settings Note If [Sony Tablet] is not displayed on the left of the Media Go screen, this means that your tablet Playback device is not recognized by the computer. Check whether or not the device driver is installed correctly.
  • Page 202 Search...
  • Page 203 Do not rub the cover, as it is sensitive to Network / Internet pressure. Related Topic Connections Notes on Holding Your Tablet Device Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 204 Do not let direct sunlight enter the lenses of the built-in camera regardless of power state of Apps your tablet device. Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction. Related Topic Android Using the Built-in Camera Camera Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 205: Using The Built-In Camera

    You can take photos and record videos using the built-in camera on your tablet device [Details]. Apps Related Topic Notes on the Built-in Camera Camera Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 206 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Reading and Writing the Post (Article) What You Can Do The Social Feed Reader app allows you to display all together posts (articles) on multiple services such as Twitter and Facebook. You can also write the same post on multiple services simultaneously.
  • Page 207 3. Search Related Topic Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network Social Feed Reader Registering a Twitter or Facebook account Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 208 Playback Related Topic Other Operations Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network Social Feed Reader Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed Announcements Reading and Writing the Post (Article) Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 209 Playback Related Topic Other Operations Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network Social Feed Reader Registering a Twitter or Facebook account Announcements Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed Reading and Writing the Post (Article) © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 210 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed What You Can Do The Social Feed Reader app allows you to set filters for the posts (articles) to be displayed. The filtered sets of posts are called “streams,” and multiple streams can be registered in Social Feed Reader.
  • Page 211 Related Topic Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network Social Feed Reader Registering a Twitter or Facebook account Reading and Writing the Post (Article) Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 212: How To Use The Touch Screen

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting How to Use the Touch Screen What You Can Do Selects an icon or option. Tapping twice quickly allows you to zoom in or out images or other screen items. Apps Android Parts Description Tap &...
  • Page 213 Search Pinch Zooms in or out. Related Topic Notes on the Screen Handling the Touch Screen © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 214: Before Use

    2. Connect your tablet device to the Internet via Wi-Fi [Details] or 3G. 3. Follow the displayed instructions to sign in to your Google account. Parts Description Related Topic Google Account Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 215: Cutting And Pasting Text

    Connections Hint If you drag and drop the cursor that appears in step 1, you can change the location to paste the Settings text. Related Topic Playback Entering Text Using the On-screen Keyboard Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 216: Entering Text

    When you want to enter texts, tap the text area to display the on-screen keyboard [Details]. Apps Related Topic Using the On-screen Keyboard Cutting and Pasting Text Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 217: Using The Onscreen Keyboard

    When you select multiple languages to use for input, you can switch languages by tapping the Setup language switching key at the bottom left of the on-screen keyboard. Network / Internet Related Topic Entering Text Cutting and Pasting Text Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 218 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Notes on the Screen What You Can Do Notes on handling the touch screen and LCD screen are explained here. Apps Notes on the touch screen Your tablet device uses a capacitive touch screen. Tap the screen directly with your fingertip. Do not scratch it or tap it with sharp objects such as a needle, pen, or fingernails.
  • Page 219 How to Use the Touch Screen Search Handling the Touch Screen © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 220: Turning On/Off The Screen

    Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Network / Internet Notes on Using the AC Adapter Charging the Battery Connections Notes on Using the Battery Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Settings Saving the Battery Consumption Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 221 Do not use chemicals or detergents. Apps Related Topic Android How to Use the Touch Screen Notes on the Screen Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 222: Parts And Controls

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Parts and Controls What You Can Do Front Apps Android Parts Description Setup 1. Front camera lens Network / Internet (Headphone) jack 3. Notification LED 4. Touch screen (Lower screen) Connections 5. Touch screen (Upper screen) 6.
  • Page 223 7. SIM card slot Search Bottom (the bottom cover opened) 1. Battery pack 2. microSD memory card slot 3. Buttons for opening the bottom cover Related Topic About the Home Screen © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 224: Checking The Supplied Items

    AC power cord (mains lead) microSD memory card (2GB) (trial sample) Apps Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack Quick Start Guide Important Information SIM card Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 225 Troubleshooting Notes on Geomagnetic Sensor What You Can Do Direction may not be measured correctly due to effects of the surrounding environment. Apps Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 226 Bluetooth, GPS, or WAN functions. Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections 1. Wi-Fi / Bluetooth 2. GPS 3. WAN Settings 4. Ambient light sensor Playback Related Topic Caring for Your Tablet Device Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 227 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Installing/Removing a Battery Pack What You Can Do To install a battery pack Apps 1. Press the two buttons to open the bottom cover. Android Parts Description Setup 2. Orient the contacts as shown, and then insert the battery pack. Network / Internet Connections Settings...
  • Page 228 2. Remove the battery pack. Related Topic Turning On Your Tablet Device Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Turning On/Off the Screen Notes on Using the AC Adapter Charging the Battery Notes on Using the Battery Saving the Battery Consumption © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 229 Notes on Using the AC Adapter What You Can Do Use the AC adapter supplied with your tablet device or a genuine Sony AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause malfunctions. Do not connect the AC adapter to a power conversion device such as a travel power converter.
  • Page 230: Notes On Using The Battery

    If the battery life has become short, replace it with a new battery pack specified by Sony. If the battery pack quickly runs out of power after being fully charged or will no longer accept a charge, replace it with a new one.
  • Page 231 Turning On/Off the Screen Search Notes on Using the AC Adapter Charging the Battery Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Saving the Battery Consumption © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 232: Saving The Battery Consumption

    Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Turning On/Off the Screen Notes on Using the AC Adapter Network / Internet Charging the Battery Notes on Using the Battery Connections Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 233 Turning On Your Tablet Device Network / Internet Turning On/Off the Screen Notes on Using the AC Adapter Connections Charging the Battery Notes on Using the Battery Settings Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Saving the Battery Consumption Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 234 Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Connections Turning On/Off the Screen Notes on Using the AC Adapter Settings Charging the Battery Notes on Using the Battery Playback Installing/Removing a Battery Pack Saving the Battery Consumption Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 235: Adjusting Connection Settings

    1. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Wireless & networks] - [Mobile networks]. 2. Tap Data roaming to disable it (remove the green tick). Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 236 3. You will receive a text message or email confirming your service has started. The time/data plan you purchased starts counting down immediately after activation. 30 day plans automatically renew unless canceled. Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 237 IEEE 802.11n automatically lower the transfer rate to maintain compatibility with IEEE 802.11b products. When the data transfer speed is not as fast as expected, changing the wireless channel on the access point may increase the speed. Playback Related Topic Other Operations Starting Wi-Fi Communications Wi-Fi checker Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 238 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Starting Wi-Fi Communications What You Can Do You first need to establish Wi-Fi communications between your tablet device and an access point. Make sure an access point is set up. See the operating instructions supplied with your access point for more information.
  • Page 239 © 2012 Sony Corporation Search...
  • Page 240 Parts Description Related Topic Setup About the Bluetooth(R) Function Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications Network / Internet Notes on Using the Bluetooth(R) Function Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 241 Bluetooth devices. If any device responds to the inquiry, the two devices can connect with each other. Parts Description Related Topic Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device Setup Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications Notes on Using the Bluetooth(R) Function Network / Internet About Bluetooth(R) Security Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 242 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device What You Can Do You can connect Bluetooth devices to your tablet device. Depending on the device, the procedure to establish connection may vary. Refer to the operating instructions of the Bluetooth device. For Apps details on Bluetooth communication, see “About the Bluetooth(R)
  • Page 243 To reconnect your tablet device with the paired device, tap the device name in the paired devices list. Related Topic About the Bluetooth(R) Function Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications Notes on Using the Bluetooth(R) Function About Bluetooth(R) Security © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 244 To save the battery consumption, turn off the Bluetooth power when not in use. Related Topic Parts Description About the Bluetooth(R) Function Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device Setup Notes on Using the Bluetooth(R) Function About Bluetooth(R) Security Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 245 Check the system requirements of the Apps Bluetooth device before purchasing. For information on Bluetooth devices supported by Sony tablet devices, visit the support website. Some Bluetooth devices require authentication (pairing) before establishing a connection with Android another device.
  • Page 246 Search Related Topic About the Bluetooth(R) Function Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications About Bluetooth(R) Security © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 247 The GPS antenna is built in to your tablet device. If you cover the antenna with your hands or other objects while using the GPS function, the positioning accuracy may deteriorate [Details]. Connections Related Topic Enabling the Location Information Settings Disabling the Location Information Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 248 Apps method. The check mark is removed from the box for that setting. Android Related Topic About the GPS Function Parts Description Enabling the Location Information Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 249 If the present location is not displayed or if the wrong location is displayed, move to an area with a clear view of the sky. Setup Related Topic Network / Internet About the GPS Function Disabling the Location Information Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 250: About Backup

    About Backup What You Can Do Sony recommends that you periodically “backup” your tablet by copying the data stored on your tablet to another storage device, like the hard drive on your PC. Various types of data, such as photos, video recordings, or downloaded music and video content, will accumulate in your tablet Apps device as you use it.
  • Page 251 Search...
  • Page 252 Removing the microSD memory card while your tablet device is turned on may cause unexpected situations such as loss of data or rebooting of the tablet device. Other Operations Related Topic Announcements Removing/Inserting a microSD Memory Card Notes on microSD Memory cards © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 253 Apps with your tablet device. Related Topic Android Removing/Inserting a microSD Memory Card Notes on Using microSD Memory Cards Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 254 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Removing/Inserting a microSD Memory Card What You Can Do Your tablet device is equipped with a microSD memory card slot. A microSD memory card is inserted into the microSD memory card slot by default. When you replace a microSD memory card with a new one, follow the procedure below.
  • Page 255 Be careful not to insert a microSD memory card at the wrong orientation. If you force it into the slot upside down, the slot may be damaged. For details, refer to the manual of the microSD memory card. Related Topic Notes on Using microSD Memory Cards Notes on microSD Memory cards © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 256 You can talk simultaneously when a headset is connected to the headphone jack. You cannot use voice chat over the AT&T mobile broadband network. Please use Wi-Fi for this function. Android Parts Description Setup Network / Internet Connections Settings Playback Other Operations Announcements © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 257 Sample data is installed on your tablet device at the factory for a trial of music, videos, photos, or books. Once you delete the sample data, you cannot restore it. Please note that Sony will not provide replacement sample data if deleted.
  • Page 258 Android “Sony Entertainment Network logo” and “Sony Entertainment Network” are trademarks of Sony Corporation. “SensMe” and its logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Ericsson Mobile Parts Description Communications AB. “PlayStation” is a registered trademark or a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
  • Page 259 “Microsoft(R) Exchange ActiveSync(R)” for any printed material (including packaging, literature, marketing materials and advertising) All other names of systems, products, and services are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. In this manual, the (TM) or (R) marks are not specified. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 260: Specifications

    SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Specifications What You Can Do Operating System Android (TM) Apps NVIDIA(R) Tegra(TM) 2 mobile Processor Processor Operating Speed 1.0 GHz Main Memory Memory size (installed) 1 GB Android 13.9 cm (5.5” Ultra Wide VGA) Screen size (1024x480) x2 Display...
  • Page 261 Main Unit Weight (g) 372 g Main Unit Weight Search Main Unit Weight (lbs) 0.83 lbs Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 262 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Troubleshooting Support for PlayStation(R) in general What You Can Do U.S.A. and Canada http://us.playstation.com/support/ Apps Mexico http://mx.playstation.com/soporte/ Android Japan http://www.jp.playstation.com/support/ Parts Description United Kingdom http://uk.playstation.com/support/ Setup Germany Network / Internet http://de.playstation.com/support/ Spain Connections http://es.playstation.com/support/ France Settings http://fr.playstation.com/support/...
  • Page 263 Norway Search http://no.playstation.com/support/ Austria http://at.playstation.com/support/ Switzerland http://ch.playstation.com/support/ Portugal http://pt.playstation.com/support/ Turkey http://tr.playstation.com/support/ Poland http://pl.playstation.com/support/ India http://in.playstation.com/support/ Taiwan http://asia.playstation.com/tw/cht/support/ Hong Kong http://asia.playstation.com/hk/en/support/ Singapore http://asia.playstation.com/sg/en/support/ Australia http://au.playstation.com/support/ New Zealand http://nz.playstation.com/support/ Related Topic Enjoying Games © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 264 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search AT&T Mobile Broadband How to Use You cannot insert/remove a SIM Card. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 265 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search BLUETOOTH How to Use A Bluetooth(R) device was not found. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 266 Heat builds up in the tablet device, the battery, and the AC adapter while the tablet device is in use or being charged. Tablet Device Your tablet device does not work. Your tablet device gets slow/is not performing as expected. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 267 The screen does not rotate when you turn your tablet device. The screen is dark. The touch screen does not work as expected. There is a point that is not displayed properly on the screen. To turn off screen rotation. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 268 The sound from the speaker is distorted. Tablet Device To erase the tap sound (operation sound). Apps You might be looking for the following topics: You cannot use Internet telephone or voice chat. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 269 Heat builds up in the tablet device, the battery, and the AC adapter while the tablet device is in use or being charged. Tablet Device The battery consumption increases. The battery does not charge. Apps The charge indicator blinks. The charge indicator does not light. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 270 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Power How to Use The tablet device does not turn on. Tablet Device The tablet device starts up slowly. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 271 To deactivate the lock function/to use your tablet device without locking the screen. To reset your tablet device. Apps You might be looking for the following topics: Network / Internet Some applications are not displayed in the selected language. Some applications cannot be uninstalled. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 272 The sound from the speaker is distorted. Tablet Device You cannot use Internet telephone or voice chat. Apps You might be looking for the following topics: To erase the tap sound (operation sound). Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 273 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Camera How to Use The photos and movies taken with the camera are blurry. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 274 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search File How to Use The file cannot be displayed/be played back. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 275 Apps You might be looking for the following topics: The date and time are reset. Network / Internet To deactivate the lock function/to use your tablet device without locking the screen. To reset your tablet device. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 276 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Browser How to Use A website for mobile phones or smartphones is displayed. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 277 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search DLNA How to Use You cannot send (Throw) content to another device and play it back with DLNA apps. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 278 How to Use The results of GPS positioning may be different from the actual location. Tablet Device Your tablet device cannot receive GPS signals or takes a long time for the positioning. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 279 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Video How to Use The video is interrupted/is jumpy/is not synchronized with the audio. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 280 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search AT&T Mobile Broadband How to Use You cannot insert/remove a SIM Card. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 281 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search Wireless LAN How to Use Your tablet device cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 282 How to Use The results of GPS positioning may be different from the actual location. Tablet Device Your tablet device cannot receive GPS signals or takes a long time for the positioning. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 283 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search How to Use You cannot insert/remove a SIM Card. Tablet Device To insert a SIM card 1. Make sure all the cables are unplugged from your tablet device, and then turn off your tablet device [Details].
  • Page 284 1. Push in the SIM card all the way and then release it. The procedures after this step are the same as from step 4 of “To insert a SIM card.” Search © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 285 When you disconnect a Bluetooth device you have connected to your tablet device once and connect it again, connect the device after deleting registration by both the Bluetooth device and the tablet device. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 286 If your tablet device becomes abnormally hot, it may be in need of repair. Turn off your tablet device, unplug the AC power cord (mains lead) from the AC adapter, and stop using the tablet device. Contact the service/support center named in the warranty. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 287 AC adapter, then install the battery pack in your tablet device again. Turn on your tablet device Apps after a short while you install the battery pack in your tablet device. Contact the service/support center named in the warranty when the symptom does not go away. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 288 When your tablet device is not performing as expected, the data storage area of the tablet device may be full. Network / Internet Uninstall any unnecessary applications. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 289 When you set automatic adjustment of the screen brightness, the screen gets brighter once, but it will not darken. This does not indicate a malfunction. Brightness returns to normal when the tablet device is turned off, and is turned on again. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 290 Although you still feel the brightness of the upper and lower screen is different, this is a normal Apps result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 291 Tablet Device different. Although you still feel the color of the upper and lower screen is different, this is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 292: The Screen Brightness Cannot Be Adjusted

    When you set automatic adjustment of the screen brightness, you cannot adjust the screen Tablet Device brightness manually. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Brightness] - [Automatic brightness] in that order to remove the check mark. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 293: The Screen Brightness Is Not Stable

    When you set automatic adjustment of the screen brightness, the screen brightness is adjusted automatically according to the surrounding brightness. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Brightness] - [Automatic brightness] in that Apps order to remove the check mark. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 294 When you want to change the time it takes to turn off the screen, tap [ Apps] - [ Apps Settings] - [ Screen] - [Timeout] in that order to set the time. If you set the time to a longer interval, the battery will be consumed faster. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 295 Back to Top Search How to Use The screen does not rotate when you turn your tablet device. Tablet Device Some applications may not support screen rotation. This does not indicate a malfunction. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 296: The Screen Is Dark

    If you have the automatic brightness setting enabled, the brightness of the screen is adjusted Network / Internet automatically according to the surrounding brightness. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Brightness] - [Automatic brightness] in that order to remove the check mark. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 297 If you cannot force your tablet device to turn off, remove the battery pack after unplugging the Network / Internet AC adapter, then install the battery pack in your tablet device again. Turn on your tablet device after a short while you install the battery pack in your tablet device. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 298 There is a point that is not displayed properly on the screen. Tablet Device You may see tiny black points on the LCD screen on rare occasions. This does not indicate a malfunction [Details]. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 299 Back to Top Search How to Use To turn off screen rotation. Tablet Device Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Auto-rotate screen] in that order to remove the check mark. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 300: The Sound From The Speaker Is Distorted

    Select [Off] for [Equalizer] and remove the check mark from [Dynamic normalizer] or [xLOUD(TM)] on the setting menu when you use the [Music player] app. Remove the check mark from [Dynamic normalizer] or [xLOUD(TM)] on the setting menu when you use the [Video player] app. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 301 Push the - (Volume) button of your tablet device to minimize the volume indicator displayed on the screen, then push the - (Volume) button to reverse the icon and set the operation sound off. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 302 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search How to Use You cannot use Internet telephone or voice chat. When you attempt to use Internet telephone or voice chat, use those with Wi-Fi. Tablet Device Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 303 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search How to Use The battery consumption increases. Battery deterioration may occur. Tablet Device Replace the battery pack with a new one specified by Sony. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 304: The Battery Does Not Charge

    Try to charge the battery again in a cool location after the tablet device cools down. Network / Internet Charging the battery via a USB port is not supported when your tablet device is connected to a computer or a battery charger. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 305: The Charge Indicator Blinks

    15% or less. When the charge indicator blinks fast (every 0.5 seconds), your tablet device may be in need of repair. Stop using the tablet device and contact the service/support center named in the Network / Internet warranty. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 306 Make sure you have connected your tablet device and the AC adapter, the AC adapter and the AC power cord (mains lead), and the AC power cord (mains lead) and an AC outlet (wall socket) securely. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 307 Press the power button with the touch screen lid opened. Apps If you do not use the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack supplied by Sony, the tablet device may not work properly. The battery may be extremely low on power.
  • Page 308 How to Use The tablet device starts up slowly. When you boot your tablet device from the power off state, it may take some time to launch the Tablet Device Google Android operating system. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 309 The date and time are reset. When the remaining battery power is extremely low, the date and time might be reset. Tablet Device Charge the battery, and then set the date and time again. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 310 Tablet Device Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Location & security] - [Configure lock screen] in that Apps order to deactivate the lock function, then tap [Off]. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 311 [Reset tablet]. It is recommended that you make a backup copy of important data because the user data cannot be restored after being deleted. The tablet device restarts automatically. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 312 Some applications are not displayed in the selected language. Tablet Device Some applications do not accommodate the language selected in the language settings of your tablet device, and are displayed in a different language. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 313 How to Use Some applications cannot be uninstalled. Some applications cannot be uninstalled (deleted). This does not indicate a malfunction of the Tablet Device tablet device or a bug in the application. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 314 How to Use The photos and movies taken with the camera are blurry. Tablet Device Make sure any fog or dirt are removed from the lens or the cover of the camera. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 315 Make sure the file is suitable for the playback format of the application. Network / Internet If the file cannot be displayed when you use the [Music player] app or the [Video player] app, execute [Update database] on the setting menu. © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 316 SGPT21 Series Back to Top Search How to Use A website for mobile phones or smartphones is displayed. Tablet Device Some websites may be displayed with the mobile phones or smartphones layout. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 317 Back to Top Search How to Use You cannot send (Throw) content to another device and play it back with DLNA apps. Tablet Device Certain content may not be played back on other devices. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 318 The results of GPS positioning may be different from the actual location. Tablet Device Move to an area with good reception of GPS signals, and with a clear view of the sky [Details]. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 319 Your tablet device cannot receive GPS signals or takes a long time for the positioning. Tablet Device Move to an area with good reception of GPS signals, and with a clear view of the sky [Details]. Apps Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 320 Make sure the file is suitable for the playback format of the application. Turn off your tablet device, and then turn it on again. Apps The data may be damaged. Make sure that other apps are not doing processor intensive tasks in the background. Network / Internet © 2012 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 321 [Details]. Network / Internet A connection may be made available by changing the channel settings of your access point. Make sure the [Network SSID] and the [Security] of your access point are set correctly. © 2012 Sony Corporation...

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