Sony e2III User manual

User guid
e2III
E2003/E2006/E2053

Content
e2III User guide..............................................................................6
Getting started...............................................................................7
About this User guide........................................................................7
Device overview.................................................................................7
Assembly...........................................................................................8
Starting your device for the first time...............................................10
Why do I need a Google™ account?...............................................11
Charging your device.......................................................................11
Learning the basics......................................................................13
Using the touchscreen.....................................................................13
Locking and unlocking the screen...................................................15
Home screen....................................................................................15
Application screen...........................................................................17
Navigating applications....................................................................18
Small apps.......................................................................................19
Widgets............................................................................................19
Shortcuts and folders......................................................................20
Background and themes..................................................................21
Taking a screenshot.........................................................................22
Status and notifications...................................................................22
Icons in the status bar.....................................................................23
Application overview........................................................................25
Downloading applications............................................................27
Downloading applications from Google Play™...............................27
Downloading applications from other sources................................27
Internet and networks..................................................................28
Browsing the web............................................................................28
Internet and MMS settings ..............................................................28
Wi-Fi®..............................................................................................29
Sharing your mobile data connection..............................................31
Controlling data usage.....................................................................31
Selecting mobile networks...............................................................32
Virtual private networks (VPNs)........................................................33
Synchronising data on your device..............................................34
Synchronising with online accounts................................................34
Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.................34
Synchronising with Outlook® using a computer.............................35
Basic settings...............................................................................37
Accessing settings...........................................................................37
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Sound, ringtone and volume............................................................37
SIM card protection.........................................................................38
Screen settings................................................................................39
Daydream.........................................................................................39
Screen lock......................................................................................40
Language settings............................................................................41
Date and time...................................................................................42
Enhancing the sound output............................................................42
Typing text...................................................................................44
On-screen keyboard........................................................................44
Phonepad.........................................................................................45
Entering text using voice input........................................................46
Editing text.......................................................................................46
Personalising the Xperia keyboard..................................................47
Calling..........................................................................................48
Making calls.....................................................................................48
Receiving calls.................................................................................49
Ongoing calls...................................................................................50
Using the call log.............................................................................51
Forwarding calls...............................................................................51
Restricting calls................................................................................52
Multiple calls....................................................................................52
Conference calls..............................................................................53
Voicemail..........................................................................................53
Emergency calls...............................................................................54
Contacts.......................................................................................55
Transferring contacts.......................................................................55
Searching and viewing contacts......................................................56
Adding and editing contacts............................................................57
Adding medical and emergency contact information......................58
Favourites and groups.....................................................................59
Sending contact information............................................................60
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application...................60
Backing up contacts........................................................................60
Messaging and chat.....................................................................61
Reading and sending messages......................................................61
Organising your messages..............................................................62
Calling from a message...................................................................63
Messaging settings..........................................................................63
Instant messaging and video chat...................................................63
Email.............................................................................................64
Setting up email...............................................................................64
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Sending and receiving email messages..........................................64
Email preview pane..........................................................................65
Organising your email messages.....................................................66
Email account settings.....................................................................66
Gmail™............................................................................................67
Music............................................................................................68
Transferring music to your device...................................................68
Listening to music............................................................................68
Walkman® home screen menu.......................................................69
Playlists............................................................................................70
Sharing music..................................................................................71
Enhancing the sound.......................................................................71
Visualiser .........................................................................................71
Recognising music with TrackID™..................................................72
FM radio.......................................................................................74
Listening to the radio.......................................................................74
Favourite radio channels..................................................................75
Sound settings.................................................................................75
Camera.........................................................................................76
Taking photos and recording videos...............................................76
Face detection.................................................................................77
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces..............................77
Adding the geographical position to your photos...........................78
General camera settings..................................................................78
Still camera settings.........................................................................82
Video camera settings.....................................................................85
Photos and videos in Album........................................................88
Viewing photos and videos..............................................................88
Sharing and managing photos and videos......................................89
Editing photos with the Photo editor application.............................90
Editing videos with the Movie Creator application..........................91
Hiding photos and videos................................................................91
Album home screen menu...............................................................92
Viewing your photos on a map........................................................93
Videos..........................................................................................95
Watching videos in the Movies application.....................................95
Transferring video content to your device.......................................96
Managing video content..................................................................96
Connectivity.................................................................................97
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV...................97
Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices..............................97
Bluetooth® wireless technology....................................................100
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Smart apps and features that save you time.............................103
Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect............103
Travel and maps.........................................................................106
Using location services..................................................................106
Google Maps™ and navigation.....................................................106
Using data traffic when travelling..................................................107
Airplane mode................................................................................108
Calendar and alarm clock..........................................................109
Calendar.........................................................................................109
Alarm and clock.............................................................................110
Support and maintenance..........................................................113
Support for your device.................................................................113
Computer tools..............................................................................113
Updating your device.....................................................................114
Finding a lost device .....................................................................115
Finding the identification number of your device...........................116
Battery and power management...................................................116
Memory and storage......................................................................118
Managing files using a computer...................................................119
Backing up and restoring content.................................................120
Running diagnostic tests on your device.......................................122
Restarting and resetting.................................................................123
Recycling your device....................................................................124
Limitations to services and features..............................................124
Legal information...........................................................................124
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e2III User guide
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Getting started
About this User guide
This is the e2III 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 114.
To check the current software version of your device
1From your Home screen, tap .
2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android version.
Device 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. Main microphone
8. Second microphone
9. Camera light
10. Main camera lens
11. Headset jack
12. NFC™ detection area
13. Port for charger/USB cable
14. Strap hole
15. 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 indicated 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.
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•Remove the back cover, then insert the micro SIM card into its slot with the
gold-coloured contacts facing down.
You must use a micro SIM card for your device to work correctly. Some standard-sized SIM
cards allow you to detach an integrated micro SIM card. Once you detach the micro SIM card
from the standard-sized SIM card, you cannot reattach it and use the standard-sized SIM card
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 network operator 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-coloured
contacts facing down.
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To remove the micro SIM card
1Detach the back cover.
2Drag out the micro SIM card from its slot and remove it fully.
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 outwards to remove it.
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 personalise 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 that 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 network operator, 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 Google
Play™, the 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™.
•Synchronise email, contacts and the calendar.
•Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
•Synchronise your browsing history and bookmarks.
For more information about Android™ and Google™,
read the article .
To set up a Google™ account on your device
1From your Home screen, 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 authorised Sony repair centre. You should never try to open or take apart
this device yourself. Opening the device can cause damage that will void your
warranty.
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The battery is partly charged when the device is shipped from the factory. Depending
on how long it has been in the box before you purchased it, the battery level may be
quite low. It is therefore recommended that you change the battery for at least 30
minutes before starting up your device for the first time. 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 116.
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 outwards. 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 page 40.
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 Home screen 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 Home screen 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 Home screen until the device vibrates.
2Flick left or right to browse the panes, then tap .
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To delete a pane from your Home screen
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap .
Application screen
The Application screen, which you open from the Home screen, 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, and 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 that 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.
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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 that 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.
Navigating applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the favourites 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.
1 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application
2 Favourites bar – Use a shortcut to access applications or widgets
3 Task navigation key – Open the recently used applications window and the favourites bar
4 Home navigation key – Exit an application and go back to the Home screen
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.
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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 favourites bar. To
download more small apps, go to Google Play™.
To open a small app
1To make the favourites 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 favourites 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 minimise 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 favourites bar
•Touch and hold a small app and drag it to the desired position.
To remove a small app from the favourites bar
1Touch and hold a small app, then drag it to .
2Tap OK.
To restore a previously removed small app
1Open the favourites bar, then tap .
2Touch and hold the small app that you want to restore, then drag it into the
favourites bar.
To add a widget as a small app
1To make the favourites 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 Home screen. They
also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic
weather information directly on your Home screen. 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 Home screen until the device vibrates,
then tap Widgets & Apps.
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 Home screen.
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.
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