Sony Xperia XZs User manual

User guide
Xperia™XZs
G8231

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
Making Sure Your Device is Protected...............................................10
Screen Lock......................................................................................10
Fingerprint Manager.......................................................................... 12
Unlocking Your Device Automatically.................................................13
SIM Card Protection..........................................................................16
Finding the Identification Number of Your Device...............................17
Finding a Lost Device ....................................................................... 17
Learning the basics...................................................................... 19
Using the touchscreen...................................................................... 19
Locking and Unlocking the Screen.................................................... 20
Homescreen..................................................................................... 21
Application screen.............................................................................22
Navigating Applications..................................................................... 24
Widgets............................................................................................ 25
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................26
Background and Themes..................................................................26
Taking a screenshot.......................................................................... 27
Notifications...................................................................................... 27
Icons in the status bar.......................................................................29
Applications Overview....................................................................... 31
Battery and Maintenance............................................................. 34
Charging Your Device........................................................................34
Battery and Power Management.......................................................35
Updating your device........................................................................ 37
Maintenance Using a Computer........................................................ 38
Storage and Memory........................................................................ 39
Backing Up and Restoring Content................................................... 41
Downloading applications............................................................44
Downloading Applications from Google Play™..................................44
Downloading Applications from Other Sources..................................44
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Internet and networks.................................................................. 45
Browsing the web............................................................................. 45
Internet and MMS Settings ...............................................................45
Wi-Fi................................................................................................. 46
Sharing Your Cellular Data Connection.............................................. 48
Controlling Data Usage..................................................................... 49
Selecting cellular networks................................................................ 50
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................51
Synchronizing data on your device..............................................52
Synchronizing with Online Accounts..................................................52
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.....................52
Basic settings...............................................................................54
Accessing settings............................................................................ 54
Volume settings.................................................................................54
Do Not Disturb Mode........................................................................ 55
Screen settings................................................................................. 56
Application settings........................................................................... 58
Resetting Your Applications...............................................................59
Screen Saver.................................................................................... 59
Language Settings............................................................................ 60
Date and time................................................................................... 60
X-Reality™ for mobile........................................................................61
Super-Vivid Mode..............................................................................61
Enhancing the Sound Output............................................................ 61
Noise cancellation............................................................................. 62
Multiple User Accounts..................................................................... 62
Typing text....................................................................................65
On-Screen Keyboards.......................................................................65
Editing text........................................................................................66
Calling.......................................................................................... 67
Making calls...................................................................................... 67
Receiving Calls..................................................................................68
Smart call handling............................................................................69
Ongoing Calls................................................................................... 69
Using the Call Log.............................................................................70
Forwarding Calls............................................................................... 70
Restricting Calls................................................................................ 71
Multiple Calls.....................................................................................71
Conference calls............................................................................... 72
Voicemail...........................................................................................72
Emergency calls................................................................................73
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Contacts.......................................................................................74
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................74
Adding and editing contacts..............................................................75
Transferring contacts.........................................................................76
Adding Medical and Emergency Contact Information........................ 77
Favorites........................................................................................... 78
Sending contact information..............................................................78
Avoiding Duplicate Entries in the Contacts Application...................... 78
Backing up Contacts.........................................................................79
Messaging and chat.....................................................................80
Reading and sending messages....................................................... 80
Organizing your messages................................................................ 81
Calling from Messaging..................................................................... 81
Messaging settings........................................................................... 82
Video Chat........................................................................................ 82
Email.............................................................................................83
Setting Up Email............................................................................... 83
Sending and Receiving Email Messages........................................... 83
Organizing your email messages....................................................... 84
Email account settings...................................................................... 85
Gmail™.............................................................................................85
Music............................................................................................87
Transferring music to your device...................................................... 87
Listening to Music............................................................................. 87
Music Menu...................................................................................... 89
Playlists.............................................................................................89
Sharing music................................................................................... 90
Enhancing the sound........................................................................ 90
Camera.........................................................................................91
Taking Photos and Recording Videos................................................ 91
General camera settings................................................................... 92
Still camera settings.......................................................................... 96
Video camera settings.......................................................................98
Photos and videos in Album...................................................... 101
Viewing Photos and Videos.............................................................101
Sharing and Managing Photos and Videos......................................102
Editing photos with the Photo editor application..............................103
Editing videos with the Video editor application............................... 104
Hiding photos and videos................................................................104
Album Homescreen Menu...............................................................104
Viewing Your Photos on a Map........................................................105
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Videos.........................................................................................107
The Video Application..................................................................... 107
Transferring Video Content to Your Device.......................................108
Managing video content..................................................................108
Movie Creator................................................................................. 108
Connectivity............................................................................... 110
Mirroring the Screen of Your Device Wirelessly on a TV................... 110
Sharing Content with DLNA Certified™ Devices.............................. 110
Connecting Your Device to USB Accessories.................................. 112
Connecting Your Device to a DUALSHOCK™ 4 Wireless Controller 113
NFC................................................................................................ 113
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology.....................................................115
Smart Apps and Features That Save You Time.........................118
Google Search & Now.....................................................................118
Using the News Suite Application....................................................118
Using your Device as a Wallet......................................................... 118
Travel and maps......................................................................... 119
Using Location Services.................................................................. 119
Google Maps™ and navigation....................................................... 119
Using Data Traffic when Traveling.................................................... 120
Airplane Mode.................................................................................120
Clock and Calendar....................................................................121
Calendar......................................................................................... 121
Clock.............................................................................................. 121
Accessibility............................................................................... 124
Magnification Gesture..................................................................... 124
Font Size.........................................................................................124
Color Correction..............................................................................124
TalkBack......................................................................................... 124
Mono Audio.................................................................................... 125
TTY (Teletypewriter) Mode............................................................... 125
Switch Access................................................................................ 125
Support and Legal......................................................................126
Support Application........................................................................ 126
Xperia™ Tips.................................................................................. 126
Help in Menus and Applications...................................................... 126
Restarting, Resetting, and Repairing............................................... 126
Help Us Improve Our Software........................................................ 127
Warranty, SAR, and Usage Guidelines.............................................128
Recycling your device..................................................................... 128
Legal information.............................................................................128
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Getting started
About This User Guide
This is the Xperia™ XZs User Guide for the Android™ 7.1.1 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 may change how features in your device are presented. For
more information about software updates, see Updating your device on the 37 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. NFC™ detection area
4. Front camera lens
5. Ear speaker/Second loudspeaker
6. Second microphone
7. Proximity/Light sensor
8. Power key/Fingerprint sensor*
9. Volume/Zoom key
10. Camera key
11. Main loudspeaker
12. Charger/USB Type-C™ cable port
13. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna area
14. Main camera lens
15. Laser AF sensor
16. RGBC-IR sensor
17. Flashlight
18. GPS antenna area
19. Nano SIM/Memory card slot cover
20. Main microphone
Fingerprint functionality is not available in the US market.
Assembly
Your device only supports nano SIM cards. The nano SIM card and the memory card
have separate slots in the same holder. 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 memory card from the device.
To Insert the Nano SIM Card and the Memory Card
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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 Remove the Nano SIM Card
1With the screen facing down, open the nano SIM/Memory card slot cover.
2Drag out the nano SIM/Memory card tray using your fingernail.
3Remove the nano SIM card, then gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits
into place.
To Remove the Memory Card
1Either turn off the device, or unmount the memory card under Settings > Storage
& memory > > Advanced > Storage > next to SD card.
2With the screen facing down, open the nano SIM/Memory card slot cover.
3Drag out the nano SIM/Memory card tray using your fingernail.
4Remove the memory card, then gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits
into place.
Screen Protection
Before using your device, remove the protective 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.
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 34.
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 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.
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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.
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 enables you to do all of 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 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, 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
Making Sure Your Device is Protected
Your device includes several security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or
theft.
These options are as follows:
•Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, or pattern to prevent
anyone from accessing or resetting your device.
•Add a Google™ account to prevent others from using your device if it gets stolen or
wiped.
•Activate either the “Protection by my Xperia” or the Android™ Device Manager web
service. Using one of these services, you can remotely locate, lock, or clear a lost device.
Verifying the Ownership of Your Device
Certain protection features require you to either unlock your screen with your PIN,
password, or pattern, or enter your Google™ account information. Below are examples
of protection features and some of the required credentials:
Factory Data
Reset
protection
You must unlock your screen before you are allowed to perform a Factory
Data Reset.
Protection by
my Xperia If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter the
username and password for a Google™ account associated with the
service. The device must be connected to the internet before the setup
process can be completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to use your
device after the reset.
Android™
Device
Manager
If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter the
username and password for a Google™ account. The device must be
connected to the internet before the setup process can be completed.
Otherwise, you will not be able to use your device after the reset.
Software repair If you use the Xperia™ Companion software to perform a software repair,
you’re asked to enter your Google™ account username and password
when you start the device after the repair is complete.
For Android™ Device Manager, it is necessary to enter information from a Google™ account.
This can be any Google™ account which you have set up on the device as an owner. If you
cannot provide the relevant account information during a setup process, you won't be able to
use the device at all.
Screen Lock
Fingerprint functionality is not available in the US market.
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.
•Fingerprint
– place your registered finger on the power key to unlock your device.
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