Sony G8231 User guide

Device basics
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1Charging/Notification light
2 NFC
3 Nano SIM/Memory card slot
4 Power key/Fingerprint sensor
5 Volume/Zoom key
6 Camera key
7 Charger/USB Type-C™ cable port
To insert the nano SIM card and the
memory card
microSD
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Do not cut your SIM card, for example using a blade or
scissors, as this may damage your device.
1Using your fingernail, drag out the SIM/Memory card
tray.
2Firmly place the SIM card in the correct orientation in
position (1) as shown in the illustration.
3Firmly place the memory card in the correct orientation in
position (2) as shown in the illustration.
4Gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits into
place.
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 cables
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.
1Press and hold down the power key until the device
vibrates.
2Wait a moment for the device to start.
To activate the screen
•Briefly press the power key .
Screen protection
Before using your device, remove the protection film by
pulling up on the protruding tab.
It is recommended to protect your device with a Sony
branded screen cover or a protector intended for your
Xperia™ model. 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.
Support for you
Access our support website directly on your device or visit
support.sonymobile.com with any supported browser.
Support options include User guides, downloadable content,
troubleshooting tips and contact information.
Even if you don’t have a network connection, you can
access support contact information on your device.
Depending on the country or region where you purchased
your device, you can find this information directly in the
Support application.
To access the Support application
1From your Home screen, tap .
2Find and tap .
Connect to the internet when using the Support
application for the best available support.
Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines
For information about warranty, SAR (Specific Absorption
Rate) and safety guidelines, please read the Important
information provided under Settings > About phone > Legal
information on your device.
Transferring contacts and content
If you need help to transfer contacts, messages, photos or
other data from an old device to your new device, we
recommend that you use the Xperia™ Transfer application.
Visit www.sonymobile.com/xperiatransfer for more
information.
To view the CE marking and the FCC ID
1Using your fingernail, drag out the nano SIM/Memory card
tray.
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2Drag out the label strip in the same way.
To see the full text of the EU declaration of conformity,
visit:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
To view the regulatory compliance mark
•Open the phone dialer, then enter *#07#.
Legal information
Publication number: 1307-6788.1
This Startup guide is published by Sony Mobile Communications Inc. or its local affiliated company, without
any warranty. Improvements and changes to this Startup guide necessitated by typographical errors,
inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Sony
Mobile Communications Inc. at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be incorporated
into new editions of this Startup guide. All illustrations are for illustration only and may not accurately depict
the actual device.
See regulatory information such as the device CE mark in the relevant label tray in the device.
All product and company names mentioned herein are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners. Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved. Visit
www.sonymobile.com/global-
en/legal/ for more information.
Manufacturer: Sony Mobile Communications Inc., 4-12-3 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo,
140-0002 Japan. For EU product compliance: Sony Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe Limited, Da
Vincilaan 7-D1, 1935 Zaventem, Belgium.
© 2017 Sony Mobile Communications Inc. All rights reserved.
Supported frequency bands
Some frequency bands might be turned off in certain markets or by certain operators.
G8231
UMTS HSPA+ (1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 19) GSM GPRS/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900) LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8,
12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41) WLAN, 2.4G/5G, NFC
Startup guide
G8231
Sony Mobile Communications Inc.
4-12-3 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, 140-0002 Japan
1307-6788.1
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