Sony G3312 User manual

User guide
Xperia™L1
G3312

Contents
Getting started............................................................................... 6
About this User guide..........................................................................6
Overview.............................................................................................6
Assembly............................................................................................ 7
Screen Protection............................................................................... 8
Starting Your Device for the First Time.................................................8
Why do I need a Google account?...................................................... 9
Device security.............................................................................10
Ensuring your device is protected......................................................10
Screen Lock......................................................................................10
Unlocking your device automatically..................................................11
SIM Card Protection..........................................................................15
Using Multiple SIM Cards.................................................................. 15
Finding the Identification Number of Your Device...............................16
Finding a Lost Device ....................................................................... 16
Learning the basics...................................................................... 18
Using the touchscreen...................................................................... 18
Locking and Unlocking the Screen.................................................... 19
Homescreen..................................................................................... 20
Application screen.............................................................................21
Navigating Applications..................................................................... 23
Widgets............................................................................................ 24
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................25
Background and Themes..................................................................25
Taking a screenshot.......................................................................... 26
Notifications...................................................................................... 26
Icons in the status bar.......................................................................28
Applications overview........................................................................30
Battery and Maintenance............................................................. 32
Charging Your Device........................................................................32
Battery and Power Management.......................................................33
Updating your device........................................................................ 34
Maintenance Using a Computer........................................................ 36
Storage and memory........................................................................ 37
Backing Up and Restoring Content................................................... 38
Downloading applications............................................................42
Downloading Applications from Google Play™..................................42
Downloading Applications from Other Sources..................................42
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Internet and networks.................................................................. 43
Browsing the web............................................................................. 43
Internet and MMS settings ............................................................... 43
Wi-Fi................................................................................................. 44
Sharing your cellular data connection................................................ 46
Controlling Data Usage..................................................................... 47
Selecting a SIM card for data traffic...................................................48
Selecting Cellular Networks...............................................................49
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................49
Synchronizing data on your device..............................................51
Synchronizing with Online Accounts..................................................51
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.....................51
Basic settings...............................................................................53
Accessing settings............................................................................ 53
Volume settings.................................................................................53
Do Not Disturb Mode........................................................................ 54
Screen settings................................................................................. 55
Application settings........................................................................... 56
Resetting Your Applications...............................................................58
Screen Saver.................................................................................... 58
Language Settings............................................................................ 59
Date and time................................................................................... 59
Enhancing the Sound Output............................................................ 60
Multiple User Accounts..................................................................... 60
Typing text....................................................................................63
On-Screen Keyboards.......................................................................63
Editing text........................................................................................64
Calling.......................................................................................... 65
Making calls...................................................................................... 65
Receiving Calls..................................................................................66
Ongoing Calls................................................................................... 67
Using the Call Log.............................................................................68
Forwarding Calls............................................................................... 68
Restricting Calls................................................................................ 69
Multiple Calls.....................................................................................70
Conference calls............................................................................... 70
Voicemail...........................................................................................71
Emergency calls................................................................................71
Contacts.......................................................................................73
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................73
Adding and editing contacts..............................................................73
Transferring contacts.........................................................................75
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Backing up contacts......................................................................... 76
Adding Medical and Emergency Contact Information........................ 76
Favorites........................................................................................... 77
Sending contact information..............................................................77
Avoiding Duplicate Entries in the Contacts Application...................... 78
Messaging and chat.....................................................................79
Reading and sending messages....................................................... 79
Organizing your messages................................................................ 80
Calling from Messaging..................................................................... 80
Messaging settings........................................................................... 81
Video Chat........................................................................................ 81
Email.............................................................................................82
Setting Up Email............................................................................... 82
Sending and Receiving Email Messages........................................... 82
Organizing your email messages....................................................... 83
Email account settings...................................................................... 84
Gmail™.............................................................................................84
Music and FM Radio.................................................................... 86
Transferring Music to Your Device......................................................86
Listening to Music............................................................................. 86
Music menu...................................................................................... 88
Playlists.............................................................................................88
Sharing music................................................................................... 89
Enhancing the sound........................................................................ 89
Listening to the radio.........................................................................89
Favorite radio channels..................................................................... 91
Radio Sound Settings....................................................................... 91
Camera.........................................................................................92
Taking photos and recording videos.................................................. 92
General camera settings................................................................... 93
Still camera settings.......................................................................... 96
Video camera settings.......................................................................98
Photos and videos in Album...................................................... 100
Viewing Photos and Videos.............................................................100
Album homescreen menu............................................................... 101
Sharing and Managing Photos and Videos......................................102
Editing photos with the Photo editor application..............................102
Editing videos with the Video editor application............................... 103
Hiding photos and videos................................................................104
Viewing Your Photos on a Map........................................................104
Videos.........................................................................................106
The Video Application..................................................................... 106
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Transferring Video Content to Your Device.......................................107
Managing video content..................................................................107
Connectivity............................................................................... 108
Displaying files on another device using Cast.................................. 108
NFC................................................................................................ 108
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology.....................................................110
Smart Apps and Features That Save You Time.........................113
Google Search & Now.....................................................................113
Using your Device as a Wallet......................................................... 113
Travel and maps......................................................................... 114
Using Location Services.................................................................. 114
Google Maps™ and Navigation.......................................................114
Using Data Traffic when Traveling.................................................... 115
Airplane Mode.................................................................................115
Clock and Calendar....................................................................116
Calendar......................................................................................... 116
Clock.............................................................................................. 116
Accessibility............................................................................... 119
Magnification Gesture..................................................................... 119
Font Size.........................................................................................119
Display Size.....................................................................................119
Color Correction..............................................................................119
TalkBack......................................................................................... 120
Mono Audio.................................................................................... 120
TTY (Teletypewriter) Mode............................................................... 120
Switch Access................................................................................ 120
Support and Legal......................................................................122
Support Application........................................................................ 122
Xperia™ Tips.................................................................................. 122
Help in Menus and Applications...................................................... 122
Running Diagnostic Tests on Your Device........................................122
Restarting, Resetting, and Repairing............................................... 122
Help Us Improve Our Software........................................................ 124
Warranty, SAR, and Usage Guidelines.............................................124
Recycling your device..................................................................... 124
Legal information.............................................................................124
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Getting started
About this User guide
This is the Xperia™ L1 User Guide for the Android™ 7.0 software version. If you're not
sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in the Settings
menu.
System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than
described in this User Guide. The Android™ version might not be affected in an update. For
more information about software updates, see Updating your device on the 34 page.
To Check the Current Software Version of Your Device
1From your Home screen, tap .
2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android™ version.
To Find the Model Number and Name of Your Device
1From your Home screen, tap .
2Find and tap .
The device model number and name are displayed.
Limitations to Services and Features
Some of the services and features described in this User Guide may not be supported in
all countries or regions, or by all networks or service providers. The GSM International
Emergency Number can always be used in all countries, regions, networks and by all
service providers, provided that the device is connected to the cellphone network.
Please contact your network operator or service provider to determine the availability of
any specific service or feature and whether additional access or usage fees apply.
The use of certain features and applications described in this guide may require access
to the internet. You may incur data connection charges when you connect to the internet
with your device. Contact your wireless service provider for more information.
Overview
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1. Charging/Notification light
2. Headset jack
3. Front camera lens
4. Auxiliary microphone
5. Ear speaker
6. Proximity/Light sensor
7. Volume key
8. Power key
9. Main microphone
10. Charger/USB Type-C™ cable port
11. Speaker
12. Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth antenna area
13. Main camera lens
14. Flashlight
15. Nano SIM/memory card slot cover
16. NFC™ detection area
17. Main antenna area
Assembly
Your device only supports nano SIM cards. The nano SIM cards and the memory card
have separate slots in the same device. Make sure you don’t confuse the two.
To prevent data loss, be sure to turn off your device or unmount the memory card before you
drag out the holder to remove the nano SIM card (or cards) or memory card from the device.
To insert two nano SIM cards and a memory card
Do not cut your SIM cards, for example, using a blade or scissors, as this may damage your
device.
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1Using your fingernail, drag out the nano SIM card tray.
2Firmly place the primary SIM card (SIM 1) in the correct orientation in position (1)
as shown in the illustration.
3Firmly place the additional SIM card (SIM 2) in the correct orientation in position (2)
as shown in the illustration.
4Insert the memory card in the correct orientation into the memory card slot as
shown in the illustration.
5Gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits into place.
To remove the nano SIM card
1Turn off your device.
2With the screen facing down, open the nano SIM/memory card slot cover.
3Drag out the nano SIM card tray using your fingernail.
4Remove the nano SIM card, then gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits
into place.
5Close the nano SIM/memory card slot cover.
To remove a memory card
1Turn off your device.
2With the device facing down, open the nano SIM/memory card slot cover.
3Gently push in the memory card to release it from its slot. Remove the memory
card and close the nano SIM/memory card slot cover.
Screen Protection
Before using your device, remove the protection film by pulling up on the protruding tab.
Screen covers and protectors may help you to protect your device against damage. We
recommend that you use only those screen covers intended for your Xperia™ device.
The use of third-party screen protection accessories may prevent your device from
working correctly by covering sensors, lenses, speakers, or microphones, and can
invalidate the warranty.
Starting Your Device for the First Time
It is recommended that you charge 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, see
Charging Your Device on page 32.
The first time you start your device, a setup guide helps you to configure basic settings,
personalize your device, and sign in to your accounts, for example a Google™ account.
To Turn On the Device
It is important to use the USB Type-C™ cable (provided) when charging your device as other
types of USB cable can damage your device. It is recommended to charge the battery 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 PIN for SIM card 1 and SIM card 2 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.
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™. To get the
most out of these services, you need a Google account. For example, a Google account
enables you to do the following:
•Download and install applications from Google Play™.
•Synchronize your email, contacts, and calendar using Gmail.
•Chat with friends using the Duo™ 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 Find my device services.
For more information about Android and Google, go to http://support.google.com .
It is crucial to remember your Google account username and password, since in some
situations, you may need it to identify yourself for security reasons. 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, be sure to enter the details for the relevant account.
To Set Up a Google™ Account on your Device
1From your Home screen, tap .
2Find and tap Settings > Accounts & sync > 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. Alternatively, you can go online and create an account at
www.google.com/accounts .
To Remove a Google™ Account
1From your Home screen, tap .
2Tap Settings > Accounts & sync > Google.
3Select the Google™ account you want to remove.
4Tap > Remove account.
5Tap Remove account again to confirm.
If you remove your Google™ account, any security features that are linked to your Google™
account will no longer be available.
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Device security
Ensuring your device is protected
Your device includes security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or theft.
When using a security option to protect your device, it is crucial to remember the details
provided at setup.
Screen lock
Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, pattern, or to prevent
others from using your device without permission. Once the screen lock is set, it is not
possible to unlock the screen or erase the content via a Factory Data Reset without
providing the screen lock information.
If you add your contact information on the screen lock, for example your email, this
information can be used to get your device back if you lose it.
Google account
Add a Google account so that you can use the Find my device service. In some
situations, you may also need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Google
account.
Find my device
Use the Find my device service to remotely locate, lock, unlock, or erase the content on
a lost device. After you have signed in to your Google account, Find my device is turned
on by default.
SIM card lock
Lock your SIM cards with a PIN to protect your subscription against misuse. The PIN is
required every time you restart your device.
IMEI number
Keep a copy of the IMEI number. If your device is stolen, some network providers can
use this number to stop the device from accessing the network in your country or region.
Backup
Back up the content on your device in case your device is damaged, lost, or stolen. See
Backing Up and Restoring Content
on page 38.
Screen Lock
There are several screen lock options available. The security level of each lock type is
listed below in order of weakest to strongest:
•Swipe – no protection, but you have quick access to the Homescreen.
•Pattern – draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device.
•PIN – enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device.
•Password – enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
It is very important that you remember your screen unlock pattern, PIN, or password. If
you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data, such as
contacts and messages. If you have set up a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® (EAS)
account on your Xperia™ device, the EAS security settings may limit the lockscreen type
to only a PIN or password. This occurs when your network administrator specifies a
lockscreen type for all EAS accounts for enterprise security reasons. Contact the
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