Sony E2104 User manual

User guide
Xperia™E4
E2104/E2105

Contents
Getting started............................................................................... 6
About this User guide..........................................................................6
Overview.............................................................................................6
Assembly............................................................................................7
Screen protection................................................................................9
Starting your device for the first time................................................... 9
Why do I need a Google™ account?.................................................10
Charging your device........................................................................ 10
Learning the basics......................................................................12
Using the touchscreen...................................................................... 12
Locking and unlocking the screen.....................................................14
Home screen.................................................................................... 14
Application screen.............................................................................16
Navigating applications..................................................................... 17
Small apps........................................................................................17
Widgets............................................................................................ 18
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................19
Background and themes...................................................................20
Taking a screenshot..........................................................................21
Recording your screen......................................................................21
Status and notifications.....................................................................22
Icons in the status bar.......................................................................23
Application overview......................................................................... 25
Downloading applications............................................................26
Downloading applications from Google Play™..................................26
Downloading applications from other sources...................................26
Internet and networks.................................................................. 27
Browsing the web.............................................................................27
Internet and MMS settings ............................................................... 27
Wi-Fi® ............................................................................................. 28
Sharing your mobile data connection................................................ 30
Controlling data usage...................................................................... 30
Selecting mobile networks................................................................ 31
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................32
Synchronizing data on your device..............................................33
Synchronizing with online accounts...................................................33
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.....................33
Basic settings...............................................................................35
Accessing settings............................................................................35
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Sound, ringtone, and volume............................................................ 35
SIM card protection ......................................................................... 36
Screen settings.................................................................................37
Daydream.........................................................................................37
Screen lock.......................................................................................38
Language settings.............................................................................39
Date and time................................................................................... 39
Enhancing the sound output............................................................. 40
Typing text................................................................................... 41
On-screen keyboard......................................................................... 41
Phonepad.........................................................................................42
Entering text using voice input...........................................................43
Editing text........................................................................................43
Personalizing the Xperia keyboard.....................................................44
Calling.......................................................................................... 45
Making calls......................................................................................45
Receiving calls.................................................................................. 46
Ongoing calls....................................................................................47
Using the call log...............................................................................48
Forwarding calls................................................................................48
Restricting calls.................................................................................49
Multiple calls..................................................................................... 49
Conference calls............................................................................... 50
Voicemail.......................................................................................... 50
Emergency calls................................................................................50
Contacts ......................................................................................52
Transferring contacts........................................................................ 52
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................53
Adding and editing contacts..............................................................54
Adding medical and emergency contact information.........................55
Favorites and groups........................................................................ 56
Sending contact information..............................................................57
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application....................... 57
Backing up contacts.........................................................................57
Messaging and chat.....................................................................58
Reading and sending messages....................................................... 58
Organizing your messages................................................................59
Calling from a message.....................................................................60
Messaging settings........................................................................... 60
Instant messaging and video chat.....................................................60
Email.............................................................................................61
Setting up email................................................................................61
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Sending and receiving email messages.............................................61
Email preview pane...........................................................................62
Organizing your email messages.......................................................63
Email account settings......................................................................63
Gmail™.............................................................................................64
Music ...........................................................................................65
Transferring music to your device .....................................................65
Listening to music.............................................................................65
Walkman® homescreen menu..........................................................66
Playlists.............................................................................................67
Sharing music...................................................................................68
Enhancing the sound........................................................................ 68
Visualizer ..........................................................................................68
Recognizing music with TrackID™....................................................68
FM radio.......................................................................................71
Listening to the radio.........................................................................71
Favorite radio channels..................................................................... 72
Sound settings..................................................................................72
Camera.........................................................................................73
Taking photos and recording videos..................................................73
Face detection..................................................................................74
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces................................. 74
Adding the geographical position to your photos...............................75
General camera settings................................................................... 75
Still camera settings..........................................................................78
Video camera settings.......................................................................82
Photos and videos in Album........................................................ 85
Viewing photos and videos................................................................85
Sharing and managing photos and videos.........................................86
Editing photos with the Photo editor application................................87
Editing videos with the Movie Creator application..............................88
Hiding photos and videos..................................................................88
Album homescreen menu................................................................. 89
Viewing your photos on a map..........................................................90
Videos.......................................................................................... 92
Watching videos in the Movies application........................................ 92
Transferring video content to your device .........................................93
Managing video content....................................................................93
Connectivity................................................................................. 94
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV.......................94
Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices.................................94
Bluetooth® wireless technology........................................................97
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Smart apps and features that save you time.............................100
Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect............... 100
Travel and maps.........................................................................102
Using location services....................................................................102
Google Maps™ and navigation.......................................................102
Using data traffic when traveling......................................................104
Airplane mode.................................................................................104
Calendar and alarm clock.......................................................... 105
Calendar.........................................................................................105
Alarm and clock..............................................................................106
Support and maintenance..........................................................108
Support for your device...................................................................108
Computer tools...............................................................................108
Updating your device...................................................................... 109
Finding a lost device .......................................................................110
Finding the identification number of your device..............................111
Battery and power management.....................................................111
Memory and storage.......................................................................113
Managing files using a computer.....................................................114
Backing up and restoring content................................................... 115
Running diagnostic tests on your device......................................... 117
Restarting and resetting your device............................................... 117
Recycling your device..................................................................... 118
Limitations to services and features.................................................118
Legal information.............................................................................119
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Getting started
About this User guide
This is the Xperia™ E4 User guide for the Android™ 4.4.4 software version. If you're not
sure which software version your device is running, you can check it via the Settings
menu. For more information about software updates, see
Updating your device on
page 109 .
To check the current software version of your device
1From your Homescreen, tap .
2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android version.
Overview
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1. Charging/Notification light
2. Front camera lens
3. Proximity/Light sensor
4. Ear speaker
5. Power key
6. Volume/Zoom key
7. Microphone
8. Headset jack
9. Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth antenna area
10. Main camera lens
11. Camera light
12. Port for charger/USB cable
13. Loudspeaker
Assembly
A protective plastic sheet is attached to the screen. You should peel off this sheet before
using the touchscreen. Otherwise, the touchscreen might not function properly.
To remove the back cover
•Insert a fingernail into the gap (as shown in the illustration) and lift up the cover.
To attach the back cover
1Place the back cover over the back of the device, then press down on the bottom
corners to lock them into place.
2Moving from bottom to top, press down the sides of the cover until the cover
clicks into place.
To insert the micro SIM card
If you insert a micro SIM card while the device is powered on, the device restarts
automatically.
•Remove the back cover, then insert the micro SIM card into its slot with the gold-
colored contacts facing down.
You must use a micro SIM card for your device to work correctly. Some standard-size SIM
cards allow you to detach an integrated micro SIM card. Once you detach the micro SIM card
from the standard-size SIM card, you cannot reattach it and use the standard-size SIM card
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again. If you do not have a micro SIM card, or if your current SIM card does not contain a
detachable micro SIM card, contact your service provider for information on how to collect or
exchange your SIM card.
To insert a memory card
1Remove the back cover.
2Insert the memory card into the memory card slot, with the gold-colored contacts
facing down.
To remove the micro SIM card
1Detach the back cover.
2Drag out the micro SIM card from its slot and remove it fully.
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To remove the memory card
1Turn off the phone, or unmount the memory card from Settings > Storage >
Unmount SD card .
2Remove the back cover, then draw the memory card outward to remove it.
Screen protection
Before using your device, remove the transparent protection film by pulling up on the
protruding tab.
It is recommended to protect your device with a Sony-branded screen cover or protector
intended for your Xperia™ model. The use of third party screen protection accessories
may prevent your device from working by covering sensors, lenses, speakers, or
microphones and it can invalidate the warranty.
Starting your device for the first time
The first time you start your device, a setup guide opens to help you configure basic
settings, sign in to online accounts, and personalize your device. For example, if you
have a Sony Entertainment Network account, you can sign in to it here and get set up
straight away.
You can also access the setup guide later from the Settings menu.
To turn on the device
Make sure the battery is charged for at least 30 minutes before you turn on the device for the
first time.
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1Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates.
2Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then tap .
3Wait a while for the device to start.
Your SIM card PIN is initially supplied by your service provider, but you can change it later
from the Settings menu. To correct a mistake made while entering your SIM card PIN, tap .
To turn off the device
1Press and hold down the power key until the options menu opens.
2In the options menu, tap Power off.
3Tap OK.
It may take a while for the device to shut down.
Why do I need a Google™ account?
Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by Google™.
A range of Google™ applications and services is available on your device when you
purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™ and the Play Store™
application, which gives you access to the Google Play™ online store for downloading
Android™ applications. To get the most out of these services, you need a Google™
account. For example, a Google™ account is mandatory if you want to:
•Download and install applications from Google Play™.
•Synchronize email, contacts and the calendar using Gmail™.
•Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
•Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome™ web
browser.
•Identify yourself as the authorized user after a software repair using Xperia™ Companion.
•Remotely find, lock or clear a lost or stolen device using the my Xperia™ or Android™
Device Manager services.
For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to
http://support.google.com .
It is crucial that you remember your Google™ account username and password. In some
situations, you may need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Google™ account.
If you fail to give your Google™ username and password in such situations, your device is
locked. Also, if you have more than one Google™ account, make sure to enter the details for
the relevant account.
To set up a Google™ account on your device
1From your Homescreen, tap .
2Find and tap Settings > Add account > Google.
3Follow the registration wizard to create a Google™ account, or sign in if you
already have an account.
You can also sign in to or create a Google™ account from the setup guide the first time you
start your device. Or you can go online and create an account at www.google.com/accounts .
Charging your device
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that should be replaced only by
Sony or an authorized Sony repair center. You should never try to open or take apart this
device yourself. Opening the device can cause damage that will void your warranty.
The battery is partly charged when you buy the device. You can still use your device
while it is charging. Read more about the battery and how to improve the performance in
Battery and power management on page 111 .
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To charge your device
1Plug the charger into a power outlet.
2Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a
computer).
3Plug the other end of the cable into the micro USB port on your device, with the
USB symbol facing up. The notification light illuminates when charging begins.
4When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by pulling
it straight outward. Make sure not to bend the connector.
If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few minutes before the notification light
illuminates and the charging icon appears.
Battery notification light status
Green The battery charge level is greater than 90%
Flashing red The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 15%
Orange The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 90%
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Learning the basics
Using the touchscreen
Tapping
•Open or select an item.
•Mark or unmark a checkbox or option.
•Enter text using the on-screen keyboard.
Touching and holding
•Move an item.
•Activate an item-specific menu.
•Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list.
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Pinching and spreading
•Zoom in or out on a web page, a photo, or a map.
Swiping
•Scroll up or down a list.
•Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.
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Flicking
•Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling
movement by tapping the screen.
Locking and unlocking the screen
When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens to save
battery power and locks automatically. This lock prevents unwanted actions on the
touchscreen when you are not using it. When you buy your device, a basic screen swipe
lock is already set. In other words, you have to swipe up or down on the screen to
unlock it. You can later change the security settings and add other kinds of locks. See
Screen lock
on the 38page.
To activate the screen
•Briefly press the power key .
To lock the screen
•When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .
Home screen
The Homescreen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop on
a computer screen. Your Home screen can have up to seven panes, which extend
beyond the regular screen display width. The number of Home screen panes is
represented by a series of dots at the lower part of the Home screen. The highlighted dot
shows the pane that you are currently in.
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To go to the Home screen
•Press .
To browse the Home screen
Home screen panes
You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of seven panes) and
delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home screen
pane.
To set a pane as the main Home screen pane
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Home
screen pane, then tap at the top corner of the pane.
To add a pane to your Home screen
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2Flick left or right to browse the panes, then tap .
To delete a pane from your Home screen
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap .
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Application screen
The Application screen, which you open from the Homescreen, contains the applications
that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you download.
To view all applications on the Application screen
1From your Home screen, tap .
2Flick left or right on the Application screen.
To open an application from the Application screen
•Flick left or right to find the application, then tap the application.
To open the Application screen menu
•When the Application screen is open, drag the left edge of the screen to the right.
To move an application on the Application screen
1To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen
to the right.
2Make sure Own order is selected under SHOW APPS.
3Touch and hold the application until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag
it to the new location.
To add an application shortcut to the Home screen
1From the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until the screen
vibrates, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screen opens.
2Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release your
finger.
To arrange applications on the Application screen
1To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen
to the right.
2Select the desired option under SHOW APPS.
To search for an application from the Application screen
1To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen
to the right.
2Tap Search apps.
3Enter the name of the application you want to search for.
To uninstall an application from the Application screen
1To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen
to the right.
2Tap Uninstall. All uninstallable applications are indicated by .
3Tap the application that you want to uninstall, then tap Uninstall.
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Navigating applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the favorites bar, and
the recently used applications window, which lets you switch easily between all recently
used applications. Some applications are closed when you press to exit while others
are paused or continue to run in the background. If the application is paused or runs in
the background, you can continue where you left off the next time you open the
application.
Navigating applications overview
1 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application
2 Favorites bar – Use a shortcut to access applications or widgets
3 Task navigation key – Open the recently used applications window and the favorites bar
4 Home navigation key – Exit an application and go back to the Homescreen
5 Back navigation key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
To open the recently used applications window
•Press .
To close all the recently used applications
•Tap and then tap Close all.
To open a menu in an application
•While using the application, press .
A menu is not available in all applications.
Small apps
Small apps are miniature apps that run on top of other applications on the same screen,
to enable multi-tasking. For example, you can have a webpage open showing details of
currency exchange rates, and then open the Calculator small app on top of it and
perform calculations. You can access your small apps via the favorites bar. To download
more small apps, go to Google Play™.
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To open a small app
1To make the favorites bar appear, press .
2Tap the small app that you want to open.
You can open several small apps at the same time.
To close a small app
•Tap on the small app window.
To download a small app
1From the favorites bar, tap , then tap and tap .
2Search for the small app that you want to download, then follow the instructions
to download it and complete the installation.
To move a small app
•When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the small app,
then move it to the desired location.
To minimize a small app
•When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the small app,
then drag it to the right edge or to the bottom edge of the screen.
To rearrange the small apps in the favorites bar
•Touch and hold a small app and drag it to the desired position.
To remove a small app from the favorites bar
•Touch and hold a small app, then drag it to .
To restore a previously removed small app
1Open the favorites bar, then tap .
2Touch and hold the small app you want to restore, then drag it into the favorites
bar.
To add a widget as a small app
1To make the favorites bar appear, press .
2Tap > > .
3Select a widget.
4Enter a name for the widget, if desired, then tap OK.
Widgets
Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Homescreen. They also
function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic weather
information directly on your Homescreen. But when you tap the widget, the full Weather
application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google Play™.
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To add a widget to the Home screen
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then
tap Widgets.
2Find and tap the widget that you want to add.
To resize a widget
1Touch and hold a widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then release
the widget. If the widget can be resized, for example, the Calendar widget, then a
highlighted frame and resizing dots appear.
2Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget.
3To confirm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Homescreen.
To move a widget
•Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag it
to the new location.
To remove a widget
•Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag it
to on the top of the screen.
Shortcuts and folders
Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screen tidy.
Shortcuts and folders overview
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1 Access an application using a shortcut
2 Access a folder containing applications
To add an application shortcut to your Home screen
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates and
the customization menu appears.
2In the customization menu, tap Apps.
3Scroll through the list of applications and select an application. The selected
application gets added to the Homescreen.
In step 3, alternatively, you can tap Shortcuts and then select an application from the list
available. If you use this method to add shortcuts, some of the applications available allow
you to add specific functionality to the shortcut.
To move an item on the Home screen
•Touch and hold the item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the
item to the new location.
To remove an item from the Homescreen
•Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the
item to on the top of the screen.
To create a folder on the Home screen
•Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it magnifies and the device
vibrates, then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To add items to a folder on the Home screen
•Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the
item to the folder.
To rename a folder on the Home screen
1Tap the folder to open it.
2Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name field.
3Enter the new folder name and tap Done.
Background and themes
You can adapt the Home screen to your own style using wallpapers and different
themes. You can also change the wallpaper on the lock screen.
To change your Home screen wallpaper
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
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