Sony Xperia Z3 SGP621 User manual

User guide
Xperia™Z3 Tablet Compact
SGP621/SGP641

Contents
Getting started...............................................................................6
About this User Guide.........................................................................6
Overview.............................................................................................6
Assembly............................................................................................7
Starting your device for the first time...................................................9
Why do I need a Google™ account?.................................................10
Charging your Device........................................................................10
Multiple User Accounts.....................................................................11
Learning the basics......................................................................14
Using the touchscreen......................................................................14
Locking and Unlocking the Screen....................................................16
Home screen....................................................................................16
Application screen.............................................................................17
Navigating applications.....................................................................18
Small apps........................................................................................19
Widgets............................................................................................20
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................21
Background and Themes..................................................................22
Taking a screenshot..........................................................................22
Recording your screen......................................................................22
Notifications......................................................................................23
Icons in the status bar.......................................................................25
Application Overview.........................................................................27
Downloading applications............................................................29
Downloading applications from Google Play™..................................29
Downloading applications from other sources...................................29
Internet and networks..................................................................30
Browsing the web.............................................................................30
Internet and MMS settings ...............................................................30
Wi-Fi®..............................................................................................31
Sharing your mobile data connection................................................33
Tethering with Xperia Link™..............................................................34
Controlling data usage......................................................................35
Selecting mobile networks................................................................36
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................36
Synchronizing data on your device..............................................38
Synchronizing with online accounts...................................................38
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.....................38
Synchronizing with Outlook® using a computer................................39
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Basic settings...............................................................................40
Accessing settings............................................................................40
Sound, Ringtone, and Volume...........................................................40
Managing Notifications......................................................................41
SIM card protection..........................................................................42
Screen settings.................................................................................43
Daydream.........................................................................................44
Screen Lock......................................................................................45
Language settings.............................................................................46
Date and time...................................................................................46
X-Reality™ for mobile........................................................................46
Super-Vivid Mode.............................................................................47
Enhancing the sound output.............................................................47
Noise cancellation.............................................................................47
Typing text...................................................................................49
On-Screen Keyboard........................................................................49
Entering text using voice input...........................................................50
Editing text........................................................................................50
Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard.............................................51
Calling..........................................................................................53
Making calls......................................................................................53
Receiving Calls..................................................................................54
Ongoing calls....................................................................................56
Using the call log...............................................................................56
Forwarding Calls...............................................................................57
Restricting calls.................................................................................57
Multiple calls.....................................................................................58
Conference calls...............................................................................58
Voicemail..........................................................................................59
Emergency calls................................................................................59
Contacts.......................................................................................60
Transferring contacts........................................................................60
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................61
Adding and editing contacts..............................................................62
Adding medical and emergency contact information.........................63
Favorites and groups........................................................................64
Sending contact information..............................................................65
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application.......................65
Backing Up Contacts........................................................................65
Messaging and chat.....................................................................67
Reading and sending messages.......................................................67
Organizing your messages................................................................68
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Calling from a message.....................................................................69
Messaging settings...........................................................................69
Instant messaging and video chat.....................................................69
Email.............................................................................................70
Setting up email................................................................................70
Sending and Receiving Email Messages...........................................70
Organizing your email messages.......................................................71
Email account settings......................................................................72
Gmail™.............................................................................................72
Music............................................................................................74
Transferring music to your device......................................................74
Listening to music.............................................................................74
Walkman® homescreen menu..........................................................75
Playlists.............................................................................................76
Sharing music...................................................................................77
Enhancing the sound........................................................................77
Visualizer ..........................................................................................77
Recognizing music with TrackID™....................................................77
FM radio.......................................................................................80
Listening to the Radio.......................................................................80
Favorite radio channels.....................................................................81
Sound settings..................................................................................81
Camera.........................................................................................82
Taking photos and recording videos..................................................82
Face detection..................................................................................83
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces.................................83
Adding the geographical position to your photos...............................84
General camera settings...................................................................84
Still camera settings..........................................................................87
Video camera settings.......................................................................91
Photos and videos in Album........................................................94
Viewing photos and videos................................................................94
Sharing and managing photos and videos.........................................95
Editing photos with the Photo editor application................................96
Editing videos with the Movie Creator application..............................97
Hiding photos and videos..................................................................97
Album homescreen menu.................................................................98
Viewing your photos on a map..........................................................99
Videos........................................................................................101
Watching videos in the Movies application......................................101
Transferring video content to your device........................................102
Managing video content..................................................................102
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Movie Creator.................................................................................103
Video Unlimited service...................................................................103
Connectivity...............................................................................104
Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable...............104
Mirroring the Screen of your Device Wirelessly................................104
One-touch setup.............................................................................105
Connecting your device to USB mass storage devices....................105
Connecting Your Device to a DUALSHOCK™ Series Wireless
Controller........................................................................................106
Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices...............................106
Bluetooth® wireless technology......................................................109
NFC................................................................................................111
Smart apps and features that save you time.............................113
Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect...............113
Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™.............................115
Using your device as a wallet..........................................................115
Travel and maps.........................................................................116
Using location services....................................................................116
Google Maps™ and Navigation.......................................................116
Using data traffic when traveling......................................................117
Using your device with a car infotainment system............................117
Airplane mode.................................................................................118
Calendar and alarm clock..........................................................119
Calendar.........................................................................................119
Alarm and Clock.............................................................................120
Support and maintenance..........................................................122
Support for your device...................................................................122
Computer tools...............................................................................122
Updating Your Device.....................................................................123
Finding a lost device .......................................................................124
Finding the identification number of your device..............................125
Battery and power management.....................................................125
Memory and Storage......................................................................127
Managing files using a computer.....................................................128
Backing Up and Restoring Content.................................................129
Running diagnostic tests on your device.........................................131
Restarting and resetting..................................................................132
Using your device in wet and dusty conditions................................133
Recycling your device.....................................................................134
Limitations to services and features.................................................134
Legal information.............................................................................135
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Getting started
About this User Guide
This is the Xperia™ Z3 Tablet Compact User guide for the Android™ 5.0 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 the 123 page.
To check the current software version of your device
1From your Homescreen, tap .
2Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Android version.
Overview
1Charging/Notification light
2 Speaker
3 Front camera lens
4 Light sensor
5 Headset jack
6 Microphone
7 Power key
8 Volume/Zoom key
9 Speaker
10 Cover for charger/USB cable port
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11 Main camera lens
12 GPS antenna area
13 NFC™ detection area
14 Charging dock connector
15 Cover for nano-SIM card slot and memory card slot
16 Main Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna area
17 Second Wi-Fi antenna area
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 insert the nano SIM card
If you insert a nano SIM card while the device is powered on, the device restarts automatically.
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1Insert a fingernail into the gap between the nano SIM card slot cover and the
device, then detach the cover.
2Using a fingernail, pull out the nano SIM card holder.
3With the gold-colored contacts on the nano SIM card facing up, place the nano
SIM card in the holder.
4Insert the nano SIM card holder back into the device.
5Re-attach the nano SIM card slot cover.
Inserting the nano SIM card into the device without the SIM card holder could damage your
nano SIM card or your device, and Sony Mobile does not warrant and will not be responsible
for any damage caused by such action.
To remove the nano SIM card
1Detach the nano SIM card slot cover.
2Using a fingernail or other similar object, drag the nano SIM card holder out.
3Remove the nano SIM card.
4Insert the nano SIM card holder back into its slot.
5Re-attach the cover.
To insert a memory card
Use a fine-tipped pen or other similar tool to insert the memory card.
1Insert a fingernail into the gap between the memory card slot cover and the
device, then detach the cover.
2Place the memory card in the memory card slot, with the gold-colored contacts
facing down, then push the memory card all the way into the slot until you hear a
locking sound.
3Re-attach the memory card cover.
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To remove the memory card
1Turn off the device and remove the cover of the memory card slot, or unmount the
memory card from Settings > Storage > Unmount SD card.
2Using a fine-tipped pen or other similar tool, press the memory card inward and
then release it quickly.
3Draw the card outward and remove it fully.
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 access the setup guide
on a device with multiple users, you must be logged in as the owner, that is, the primary user.
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.
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 .
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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 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™.
•Synchronize email, contacts, and the calendar.
•Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
•Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks.
For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to
www.sonymobile.com/support .
To Set Up a Google™ Account on Your Device
1From your Homescreen, tap .
2Find and tap Settings > Accounts > 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 the device is shipped from the factory. The battery
level may be very low, depending on how long the device was in the box before you
purchased it. It is therefore 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. Read more about how to improve battery performance in
Battery
and power management on page 125.
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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%
Multiple User Accounts
Your device supports multiple user accounts so that different users can log in separately
to the device and use it. Multiple user accounts work well in situations where you share
the same device with other people or lend your device to someone to use for a while.
The user who sets up the device for the first time becomes the owner of the device. Only
the owner can manage the accounts of other users. Apart from the owner account, there
are two different types of accounts:
•Regular User: This account type is suitable for someone who regularly uses your device.
•Guest User: Enable the guest account option for someone who just wants to use your
device temporarily.
Some features are only available to the owner. For example, only the owner can access the SD
card.
About the Regular User Account
By adding Regular User accounts, you can allow different users to have different
homescreens, wallpapers, and general settings. They also get separate access to
applications and memory storage for files such as music and photos. You can add up to
seven Regular User accounts on your device.
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To Add a Regular User Account
1Be sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for
the first time.
2From your Homescreen, tap .
3Find and tap Settings > Users > Add user.
4Tap OK > Set up now. The screen locks, and an icon representing the newly
added user appears in the top-right corner.
5Unlock the screen, for example by swiping or entering your PIN.
6Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.
You can also add a Regular User account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the
status bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add user.
To Allow a Regular User to Make Phone Calls and Use SMS
1Be sure you are logged in as the owner.
2From your Homescreen, tap .
3Find and tap Settings > Users.
4Tap beside the name of the relevant user, then drag the slider beside Allow
phone calls and SMS to the right.
To Delete a Regular User Account from Your Device
1Be sure you are logged in as the owner.
2From your Homescreen, tap .
3Find and tap Settings > Users.
4Tap beside the name of the user you want to delete, then tap Remove user >
Delete.
About the Guest User Account
If someone just wants to use your device temporarily, you can enable a guest account
for that user. In Guest mode, your device starts up as a freshly installed system with only
the preinstalled apps. Once your guest is finished using your device, you can wipe the
session clean so that the next guest can start fresh. The Guest User account is
preinstalled and cannot be deleted.
To Set Up the Guest User Account
1Be sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for
the first time.
2From your Homescreen, tap .
3Find and tap Settings > Users > Guest.
4Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.
You can also set up a guest user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the
status bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add guest.
To Allow the Guest User to Make Phone Calls
1Be sure you are logged in as the owner.
2From your Homescreen, tap .
3Find and tap Settings > Users.
4Tap beside Guest, then drag the slider beside Allow phone calls to the right.
To Clear the Guest Session Data
1Be sure you are logged in as a guest user.
2From your Homescreen, tap .
3Find and tap Settings > Users.
4Find and tap Remove guest.
5Tap Remove.
You can also clear the guest session from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the status
bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Remove guest.
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Switching between Multiple User Accounts
To Switch between Multiple User Accounts
1To view the list of users, drag the status bar downward using two fingers, then tap
the user icon at the top right of the screen.
2Tap the icon representing the user account you want to switch to.
3If a password has been set for the account, enter this password to log in.
Otherwise, just unlock the screen.
When you switch to the guest account, tap Start over if you want to wipe the previous session
or tap Yes, continue to continue the previous session.
Settings for Multiple User Accounts
There are three different types of settings on devices with multiple users:
•Settings that can be changed by any user but affect all users. Examples include
language, Wi-Fi®, Airplane mode, NFC, and Bluetooth®.
•Settings that only affect an individual user account. Examples include automatic data
syncing, screen lock, various accounts added, and wallpaper.
•Settings that are only visible to the owner but affect all users, such as VPN settings.
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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 webpages, photos and maps, or when you are taking photos and
shooting videos.
Swiping
•Scroll up or down a list.
•Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.
Flicking
•Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling
movement by tapping the screen.
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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. This means you have to swipe upward on the screen to unlock it. You
can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks. See Screen Lock on
the 45 page.
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.
To go to the Home screen
•Press .
To browse the Home screen
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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 Homescreen Pane
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2Flick left or right to browse to the pane you want to set as your main Homescreen
pane, then tap .
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 .
Homescreen Settings
Use the Home Settings shortcut to adjust some basic settings on your Homescreen. For
example, you can set your Homescreen to auto-rotate and adjust the size of icons.
To Set Your Homescreen to Auto-Rotate
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then
tap Home Settings.
2Drag the slider beside Auto rotation to the right.
To Adjust the Size of Icons on Your Homescreen
1Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then
tap Home Settings.
2Tap Icon size, then select an option.
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.
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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 Search for an Application from the Application Screen
1When the Application screen is open, tap .
2Enter the name of the application you want to search for.
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 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 you want to uninstall, then tap OK.
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
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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 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 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™.
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.
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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 minimize a small app, you can also drag down the status bar to open the Notification panel
and then tap .
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
1Touch and hold a small app, then drag it to .
2Tap OK.
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™.
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.
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