Sony Ericsson Xperia L User Guide

Sony Ericsson Xperia L Manual

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    User guide Xperia™ L C2105/C2104
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    started 7 What is Android 7 Phone overview 7 Assembly 8 Turning the device on and off 9 Screen lock 10 Setup guide 10 Accounts and services 10 Getting to know your device 12 Using the keys 12 Battery 12 Using the touchscreen 15 Using the lockscreen 17 Home screen 18 Accessing and using
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    new device 42 Contacts screen overview 44 Managing WALKMAN" application widget 60 Protecting your hearing 60 Music services 61 TrackID technology 61 Music Unlimited 62 About the PlayNow™ service to your photos 68 Using still camera settings 68 Using the video camera 72 3 This is an
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    a computer 98 Screen mirroring 100 Scanning services 106 Using GPS 106 Google Maps 106 Using Google Maps™ to get directions 107 Calendar and alarm clock 108 Calendar 108 Alarm clock 108 Support and maintenance 111 Updating your device 111 Backup and restore application 112 Resetting
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    Locking and protecting your device 114 Support application 117 Recycling your device 117 Reference 118 Settings overview 118 Status and notification icons overview 119 Application overview 120 Important information 122 Important information leaflet 122 Limitations to services and features
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    Xperia™ L User guide 6 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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    new software version is available and your phone supports this new software, you can update your phone to get new features and the latest improvements. Your Android™ phone is pre-loaded with Google™ services. To get the most out of the provided Google™ services, you should have a Google™ account and
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    10 Camera light 11 Headset jack 12 Port for charger/USB cable 13 NFC™ detection area 14 Speaker 15 Strap hole 16 Camera key 17 Volume/Zoom key Assembly To remove the back cover • Insert a thumbnail into the gap between the back cover and one side of your device, then lift up the
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    , press down the sides of the cover. The clips on the inside of the cover make clicking noises as they lock into place. Turning the device on and off To turn on the device 1 Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates. 2 If your screen goes dark, briefly press the power
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    specific needs. You can also access the setup guide later from the settings menu. To access the setup guide manually 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings > Setup guide. Accounts and services Sign in to your online service range of applications and services with your Android device. You need
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    Facebook™ account Facebook™ is a social networking service that connects you with friends, family, and colleagues around the world. Set up Facebook to work on your device so that you can stay in touch from anywhere. 11 This is an Internet version of this publication. ©
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    is partly charged when you buy the device. It may take a few minutes before the battery icon appears on the screen when you connect the charger cable to a power source, such as a USB port or a charger. You can still use your device while it is charging. Charging your device over a long period
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    a power source. Battery LED status Green Flashing red Orange The battery is fully charged The battery level is low The battery is charging. The battery level is between low and full To check the battery level 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > About phone > Status > Battery
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    the STAMINA mode feature to pause your Wi-Fi® connection, data traffic and several power consuming applications when your screen is inactive. When STAMINA mode is active, you can still receive phone calls, and text and multimedia messages. You can also set up an applications list to allow some
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    a damaged screen yourself. Glass screens are sensitive to drops and mechanical shocks. Cases of negligent care are not covered by the Sony warranty service. To open or highlight an item • Tap the item. Marking options Marked checkbox Unmarked checkbox Marked list option Unmarked list option To
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    ) or spread them apart (to zoom in). When you use two fingers on the screen to zoom, it is only possible to zoom if both fingers are within the zoomable area Scrolling Scroll by moving your finger up or down on the screen. On some web pages you can also scroll to the sides. Dragging or flicking will
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    press the power key . 2 When the music player controls appear, tap . To change the currently playing audio track from the lockscreen 1 To activate the screen, briefly press the power key . 2 When the music player controls appear, tap or . 17 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print
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    Home screen The Home screen is your gateway to the main features on your device. You can customize your Home screen with widgets, shortcuts, folders, themes, wallpaper, and other items. The Home screen extends beyond the regular screen display width, so you need to flick left or right to view
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    and hold an empty area of your Home screen, the following customization options appear: Add widgets to your Home screen. Add applications and shortcuts. Set a wallpaper for your Home screen. Set a background theme. To view customization options from the Home screen • Touch and hold an empty area on
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    different themes. To change your Home screen wallpaper 1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. 2 Tap Wallpapers and select an option. To set a theme for your Home screen 1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. 2 Tap Themes
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    To arrange applications on the Application screen 1 From your Home screen, tap to go to the Application screen. 2 Tap the drop-down list on the top left of the screen and select an option. To move an application on the Application screen 1 Open the Application screen. 2 Touch and hold an item until
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    on your device, for example, Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth™, data traffic, and sound. You can also open the settings menu from the Notification panel to change other settings. A notification light also gives you battery status information and some notifications. For example, a flashing blue light means there
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    data traffic from the Notification panel 1 Drag the status bar downwards. 2 Tap . Settings menu View and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. To access your device settings 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings. You can also drag the status bar downward on the Home
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    text, turn the device sideways. For the keyboard to support this feature, landscape mode must be supported by the application you are using, and your screen orientation settings must be set to automatic. To enter text using the on-screen keyboard • To enter a character visible on the keyboard, tap
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    candidate bar. The selected mark is inserted before the space. To quickly enter a full stop, tap the space bar twice when you finish entering a word. To delete from letter to letter on the on-screen keyboard. Gesture input is only available when you use the on-screen keyboard. 25 This is an Internet
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    settings 1 When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap . 2 Tap , then tap Keyboard settings. 3 Tap Text input settings. settings. The Phonepad is only available in portrait orientation. Using the Phonepad 1 Choose a text input option 2 Change the character case and turn on the caps lock
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    the list. • When appears in the Phonepad, tap the on-screen key for settings. 3 Tap Languages > Writing languages and mark the relevant checkboxes. Tap OK to confirm. To switch between languages, tap the input language key, for example, . Text input settings When entering text using the on-screen
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    . The suggested text appears. 4 Edit the text manually if necessary. Customizing your device You can adjust several device settings to suit your own needs. For example, you can change the language, add a personal ringtone, or change the screen brightness. Adjusting the volume You can adjust the
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    To set the date manually 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Date & time. 3 Unmark the Automatic date & time checkbox, if it is marked. 4 Tap Set date. 5 Adjust the date by scrolling up and down. 6 Tap Done. To set the time manually 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap
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    Developer options. 3 Mark the Stay awake checkbox. Language settings You can select a default language for your device and change it again at a later time. To change the language 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Language & input > Language. 3 Select an option. 4 Tap OK. If you
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    Sony to enhance the speaker volume without sacrificing quality. Get a more dynamic sound as you listen to your favorite songs. To enhance the speaker volume using xLOUD™ 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Sound. 3 Mark the xLOUD™ checkbox. The activation of the xLOUD™ feature
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    about Internet and messaging settings. To download Internet and messaging settings 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ > Internet settings. 3 Tap Accept. To reset the default Internet settings 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings > More... > Mobile networks
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    screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Data usage. 3 Find and tap the desired application. 4 Mark the Restrict background data checkbox. 5 To access more specific settings for the application, tap View app settings and make the desired changes. Specific settings can also manually set your device to
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    Mode. 4 Select a network mode. To select another network manually 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > More... > Mobile networks > Service providers. 3 Tap Search mode > Manual. 4 Select a network. If you select a network manually, your device will not search for other networks
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    to have a Google™ account. See To set up a Google™ account on your device on open Google Play™ 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap to view its details, and follow the instructions to complete the installation. To download a example, the application memory becomes full, or you want to clear
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    some applications. To delete an installed application 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings. 3 Tap Apps. 4 Select the application you want to device is set to block such installations. However, you can change this setting and allow installations from unknown sources. Sony does not
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    tap . Call handling You can make a call by manually dialing a phone number, by tapping a number saved in your contact list, or by tapping the phone number in your call log view. You can also use the smart dial feature to quickly find numbers from your contact list and call logs. When you make a call
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    a number by tapping > Call back. To add a number from the call log to your contacts 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Phone.The call log view appears on the upper part of the screen. 3 Touch and hold the number, then tap Add to Contacts. 4 Tap the desired contact, or tap Create
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    it manually. To enter your voicemail number 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Call settings > Voicemail >Voicemail settings > Voicemail number. 3 Enter your voicemail number. 4 Tap OK. To call your voicemail service 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Phone. 3 Touch
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    private conversation and return to the conference call, tap . To release a participant from a conference call 1 During an ongoing conference call to another phone number, or to an answering service. To forward calls 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Call settings > Call
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    you call them. To show or hide your phone number 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Call settings > Additional settings > Caller ID. Fixed Dialing Numbers If you have received a PIN2 code from your service provider, you can use a list of Fixed Dialing Numbers (FDN) to restrict
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    that support features, including help to update your device software. To install PC Companion 1 New device: Turn on your new Android™ device and connect it to a PC using a USB instructions to transfer your contacts. Transferring contacts using an Apple® Mac® computer For detailed instructions
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    1 From your Home screen, tap , then tap . 2 Tap , then tap Settings > Accounts & sync. 3 If you have already set up a synchronization account on the SD card, a list appears showing different batches of contacts saved on your device, with the corresponding dates for when they were created. Select
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    contacts on your device to avoid duplicates. Some synchronization services, for example, some social networking services, do not allow you to edit contact details. To view your contacts • From your Home screen, tap , then tap . Your contacts are listed here. To select which contacts to display in
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    from the first contact is merged with the second contact, and the first contact is no longer displayed in the Contacts list. To separate linked contacts 1 From your Home screen, tap , then tap . 2 Tap the linked contact you want to edit, then tap . 3 Tap Unlink contact. 4 Tap OK. Favorites You can
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    as an option in the quick contact menu, you may need to set up the application in your device and be logged in to the > OK. 4 Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions. To send a contact 1 From your Home screen, tap , then tap . 2 Tap the contact whose details you
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    back up contacts. To export all contacts to a memory card 1 From your Home screen, tap , then tap . 2 Press , then tap Back up contacts > SD card. 3 Tap OK. To export contacts to a SIM card 1 From your Home screen, tap , then tap . 2 Press , then tap Back up contacts > SIM card. 3
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    not listed as a contact, enter the contact's number manually and tap . 5 When you are finished adding recipients, tap Done. 6 Edit the message, if necessary, and tap Send. In step 4, you can also tap To and enter the recipient's phone number manually. To delete a message 1 From your Home screen, tap
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    top of the screen, then select the recipient name or number from the list that appears. 4 If the recipient is saved in your contacts, tap the phone number that you message notification settings 1 From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap . 2 Press , then tap Settings. 3 To set a notification
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    the Google Talk™ instant messaging application on your device to chat with friends who also use this application. To start Google Talk™ 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Talk. To reply to an instant message with Google Talk™ 1 When someone contacts you on Google Talk™, appears in the
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    tap . 2 Find and tap Email. 3 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the setup. For some email services, you may need to contact your email service provider for information on detailed settings for the email account. To set an email account as your default account 1 From your
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    your device 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Add account > Google. 3 Follow 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
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    split bar (located between the email list and email body) accordingly. In fullscreen settings. To change email preview pane settings 1 From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email. 2 Press , then tap Settings and enter the recipient's email address manually, or tap to select a recipient from your
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    screen and select the account that you want to search. 3 Tap . 4 Enter your search text, then tap on your keyboard. 5 The search result appears in a list sorted by date office so that changes to . 6 If needed, mark the Set time range checkbox and set the time range for the auto reply. 7 Enter your
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    queue, or rewind Transferring media files to your device Before using the "WALKMAN" application, it's a good idea to transfer all your favorite media content way to transfer files is with a USB cable. After you connect your device and the computer using the USB cable, you can use the file manager
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    3 To adjust the sound manually, drag the frequency band buttons up or down. To adjust the sound automatically, tap and select a style. To turn on the surround sound feature 1 When the "WALKMAN" application is open, tap . 2 Tap Settings > Sound enhancements > Settings > Surround sound (VPT). 3 Select
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    Select an application from the list, and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also send albums WALKMAN" application, tap . 2 Tap Visualizer. Tap to switch to full screen view. To change the background theme 1 In the "WALKMAN • Content from the PlayNow™ service The accuracy of search results may
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    links to music and related content that you and friends have shared using online services 8 Browse all playlists 9 Browse audio by track 10 Browse by album To , Music Unlimited, Friends' music and SensMe™ channels. To update your music with the latest information 1 In My music, tap . 2 Tap Download
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    Categorizing your music using SensMe™ channels The SensMe™ channels application helps you arrange your music by mood and tempo. SensMe™ groups all your tracks into several categories, or channels, so you can select music that matches your mood or suits the time of day. To enable the SensMe™ channels
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    from the list that appears. screen before you can use it. To add the "WALKMAN" application widget to your Home screen 1 Tap an empty area on your Home screen, then tap Widgets. 2 Find and tap WALKMAN. Protecting your hearing Listening to the "WALKMAN set to a moderate level. 60 This is an
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    . 2 Follow the instructions on your device to complete your purchase. You can also select a track to buy by opening the History or Charts tabs from the TrackID™ start screen. The track purchase feature may not be supported in all countries/ regions, or by all networks and/or service providers in all
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    or regions. To open Music Unlimited™ 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap . About the PlayNow™ service You can use the PlayNow™ service to download applications, music, games, ringtones, and wallpapers. The PlayNow™ service offers both free and non-free downloads. Note that payment options
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    start the FM radio 1 Connect a headset or a set of headphones to your device. 2 From your Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap FM radio . The left. To select the radio region 1 When the radio is open, press . 2 Tap Set radio region. 3 Select an option. To adjust the visualizer 1 When the radio is open,
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    the radio is open, press . 2 Tap Search for channels. The radio scans the whole frequency band, and all available channels are displayed. Sound settings Switching the radio sound between devices You can listen to the radio through a wired headset or through wired headphones. Once either device is
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    If successful, you are presented with a track result or a list of possible tracks. 3 Press to return to the FM Radio. The TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regions, or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. 65 This is an Internet version
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    them to a web service. Your device also has a front 8 Camera setting icons 9 Front camera To open the camera • When the screen is active, screen camera button 1 Activate the camera. 2 Point the camera toward the subject. 3 Tap the on-screen camera button . The photo is taken as soon as you release
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    of the screen, then find and select Front camera. 3 To take the photo, press the camera key. The photo is taken as soon as you release your finger the camera. 2 Tap the icon on the top left of the screen, then select Normal. 3 To display all settings, tap . 4 Tap Focus mode > Face detection. To take
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    no smile is detected, press the camera key to take the photo manually. Adding the geographical position to your photos Turn on geotagging to add select under Location services. 5 After you confirm your settings, press to return to the camera screen. 6 If appears on the camera screen, your location is
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    are poor. Taking a good photo without using the flash requires a steady hand. Use the selftimer to avoid blurred photos. Red-eye reduction Reduces the to before taking a photo. Quick launch Use Quick launch settings to launch the camera from the lock screen. If the device is in sleep mode of camera,
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    Touch focus Touch a specific area on the camera screen to set the area of focus. Continuous autofocus is off. Touch and hold the camera screen until the yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken when you release your finger. This setting is only available in
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    compensating for small movements of the hand. Geotagging Tag photos with details of , you must enable location features from the Settings menu. For geotags to screen with your finger. The photo is taken as soon as you release your finger. This setting is only available when focus mode is set
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    to make appear. 3 Tap . 4 Tap OK to confirm. Using the video camera settings To adjust the video camera settings 1 Activate the camera. 2 Tap one of the settings icons on the screen. 3 To display all settings, tap . 4 Select the setting that want to adjust, then make your changes. To customize the
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    settings for you to fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible video. Off The Scenes feature is off and you can shoot videos manually . Videos of fast moving objects may get blurred. Hold your hand steady, or use a support. Turn off night mode when lighting conditions are good, to improve
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    the video begins to record. Off The video begins to record as soon as you tap the camera screen. Quick launch Use Quick launch settings to launch the camera from the lock screen. If the device is in sleep mode of camera, press the camera key. Launch and capture By pressing and holding down
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    compensating for small movements of the hand. Geotagging Tag photos with details of , you must enable location features from the Settings menu. For geotags to screen with your finger. The photo is taken as soon as you release your finger. This setting is only available when focus mode is set
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    email, messaging, and various online services. You can also perform basic editing tasks on photos, and set them as wallpaper or contact pictures. For more when you turn your device sideways, mark the Auto-rotate screen checkbox under Settings > Display. Viewing photos and videos in the Pictures tab
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    video to view it. 5 The date and number of items in the group below. To view photos and videos in grid view 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap the screen orientation does not change automatically when you turn your device sideways, mark the Auto-rotate screen checkbox under Settings >
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    orientation does not change automatically when you turn your device sideways, mark the Auto-rotate screen checkbox under Settings > Display. To view content in list view in the My SD card tile 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Album > My albums > My SD card. 3 Tap a folder that you want
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    The original uncropped version remains on your device. To use a photo 1 When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Use as. 2 Select an option from the list that appears. 3 Follow the relevant steps to use the photo. To edit a photo • When you are viewing a photo
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    uploading them to online services. To play a video 1 Open the Pictures tab or the My albums tab in Album. 2 Using grid view or list view, locate the video the volume key. To share a video 1 When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Share. 2 In the menu that opens,
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    of photos and/or videos. Tap an item to view it in full screen. To enable location detection 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Location services. 3 Mark the GPS satellites and/or Google's location service checkboxes. To view geotagged photos on a map in Album 1 From your Home
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    want to add the geotag. 3 Tap the desired location on the map to set the geotag, then tap OK. To edit the geotag of a photo in Album photos from online services in Album 1 Make sure you are signed in to the online service that you want to use, for example, Facebook™. 2 From your Home screen, tap . 3
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    tap Post. To "Like" a photo or video on Facebook™ • While viewing a photo or video from one of your Facebook™ albums, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap to show that you "Like" the item on Facebook™. 83 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print
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    , tap . 6 To rewind, drag the progress bar marker left. To fast forward, drag the progress bar marker right. To play a video in full screen 1 When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls. 2 Tap . To play the video in its original size, tap . 84 This is an Internet version of this
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    . To get movie information manually 1 Make sure that your device has an active data connection. 2 From your Home screen, tap , then find screen, tap , then find and tap Movies > . 3 Tap Throw, then select a device from the list. 4 Select the video that you want to play. To change the sound settings
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    Video Unlimited™ Use the Video Unlimited™ service to rent and purchase videos that you can view not only on your Android device, but also on a PC, PlayStation® Portable (PSP®), or PlayStation® 3. Select your pick from the latest Hollywood releases, action movies, comedies, classics, and a range
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    Unlimited™ You can watch your rented or purchased videos on most Sony™ device that are connected to your Video Unlimited™ account. Video current video View information about the current video Change the audio language Change the language of subtitles, or remove subtitles 87 This is an Internet
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    Web browser About the web browser The Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ devices comes preinstalled in most markets. Go to http://support.google.com/chrome and click the "Chrome for Mobile" link to get more detailed information about how to use this web browser. Google Chrome™ is
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    device. You can use a VPN to access intranets and other internal services at your company. Before using Wi-Fi® To browse the Internet using network to connect to it. To scan for Wi-Fi® networks manually 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi. 3 Press , then tap Scan. 4 To
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    To add a Wi-Fi® network manually 1 Make sure that Wi-Fi® is turned on. 2 From the Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi . 4 Tap . 5 Enter the Network SSID for the network. 6 Tap the Security field to select a security type. 7 If required, enter a password. 8 Tap Save. The
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    prepare your computer to establish a network connection via USB cable. Go to www.android.com/tether to get the most current information. To use your device as a portable Wi-Fi® hotspot 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > More... > Tethering & portable hotspot. 3 Tap Portable Wi
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    services when they are outside of the internal network, for example, when they are traveling. VPN connections can be set Certified™ by the Digital Living Network Alliance and all devices screen, tap , then find and tap WALKMAN. 3 Tap My music to open the music library. 4 Select a device from the list
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    set the relevant access permissions for other devices. The instructions described above may differ depending on the client devices used. Refer to your client device User guide devices list. 5 Select an access permission level. To change the name of a registered device 1 From your Home screen, tap
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    settings for enabling the Digital Media Renderer may vary depending on the device used. Refer to the user guide set up the DMR device and that it is connected to the same Wi-Fi® network as your device. 2 From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap WALKMAN about a product or service as well as tags
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    screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > More.... 3 Mark the NFC checkbox. NFC detection area The location of the NFC detection area is not the same on all devices. When sharing data with another device using NFC, refer to the User guide that both screens are active. 2 To open the Walkman™ player,
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    is displayed on the screen of the receiving device. Sony, such as a speaker or a headphone. When establishing this kind of connection, refer to the User guide phones. Bluetooth™ connections work better within 10 meters (33 feet), with no solid objects in between. In some cases you have to manually
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    From your Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. 4 Press and select Rename phone. 5 Enter this does not work, refer to the user guide for your Bluetooth™ device to get the device screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. All available Bluetooth™ devices appear in a list.
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    1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. 3 Under Paired devices, tap beside the name of the device you want to unpair. 4 Tap Unpair. Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth™ technology Share items with other Bluetooth™ compatible devices such as phones or computers. You
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    device. In order to use this feature, you need a Wi-Fi® enabled device that supports Media transfer, for example, a screen, click Network configuration and follow the instructions to pair the computer. 4 When you are finished pairing, disconnect the USB cable from both devices. The above instructions
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    device 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ > USB Connectivity. 3 Tap the paired device that you want to remove. 4 Tap Forget. PC Companion PC Companion is a computer application that gives you access to additional features and services which help you transfer music
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    on a TV screen 1 Follow the instructions in the User guide for your TV to turn on the screen mirroring function. 2 From your Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ > Screen mirroring. 4 Tap Turn on Screen mirroring and select a device. When using screen mirroring, do not cover the Wi
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    paper. The ring volume is set to vibrate. • Between office hours, a conference call app opens on your device. • On the way back from work, the FM radio starts, and a notes app with your shopping list opens. To start the Smart Connect application 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Smart
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    ™ services to keep your information up to date, regardless of which device you're using your Google™ account from. For example, you can synchronize your contacts, Gmail™, calendar, and web browser data. To set up a Google™ account for synchronization 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings
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    Sony to enable easy integration. To set up an "Xperia™ with Facebook" account on your device 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings > Add account > Xperia™ with Facebook. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to sign in to your Facebook™ account, or create a new account. To synchronize manually
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    from your device, the associated online Facebook account is not deleted and you can still access it from a computer. 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings > Xperia™ with Facebook. 3 Select the account that you want to remove. 4 Press , then tap Remove account. 5 Tap Remove account again to
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    . Sony does not warrant the accuracy of any location services including but not limited to navigational services. features that require the GPS receiver to find your location, make sure you have a clear view of the sky. To enable GPS 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings > Location services
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    before you take a trip. This way, you can avoid high roaming costs. Sony does not warrant the accuracy of any directional services. Using the Navigation application Use the Navigation application in your device to get turn-by-turn instructions on how to get places. The directions are both spoken and
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    schedule. If you have a Google™ account, you can also synchronize the calendar application on your device with your web calendar. To set the calendar view 1 From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Calendar. 2 Tap Month, Week or Day to select an option. To view multiple calendars 1 From your
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    Done. The alarm time format displayed is the same as the format you select for your general time settings, for example, 12-hour or 24-hour. To deactivate an alarm 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Alarm & clock. 3 Tap next to the alarm you want to deactivate. To activate an
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    to sound when the phone is in silent mode 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Alarm & clock, then tap to select an alarm. 3 Tap Advanced alarm settings, then mark the Alarm in silent mode checkbox. 4 Tap Done. To snooze an alarm when it sounds • Tap Snooze - min. To turn off an
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    Update service to update your device automatically whenever downloads become available. When the automatic update feature is activated, a notification appears in the status bar every time an update becomes available. To download software updates manually from Update center 1 From your Home screen
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    appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to carry out the relevant software updates. Sony™ Bridge for Mac application is downloadable from Bridge for mac. Backup and restore application Use the Backup and restore application to make backups of content to a memory card or a USB storage device. Such
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    that you want to back up. To back up content 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Back up & restore. 3 Tap Back up Resetting your device About resetting your device You can reset your device to its original settings, with or without deleting all of your personal data. It is possible to reset
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    screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset. 3 Tap Factory data reset. 4 If you also want to erase data such as pictures and music which are saved to your device's internal storage, mark the Erase internal storage checkbox. 5 Tap Reset phone. 6 To confirm, tap Erase everything. Locking
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    important data such as contacts and messages. Refer to Sony Customer support for more information. To set up the Face Unlock feature 1 From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Security > Screen lock. 2 Tap Face Unlock, then follow the instructions on your device to capture your face. 3 After your
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    Follow the instructions in your device. To disable the screen unlock pattern 1 From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Security > Screen lock. 2 Draw the screen unlock pattern. 3 Tap Slide. To create a screen unlock PIN 1 From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Security > Screen lock > PIN. 2 Enter
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    application To access the support application 1 From your Application screen, find and tap . 2 Find and tap the required support item. Recycling your device Got an old device lying around the house? Why not recycle it? By doing so, you will help us reuse its
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    of applications not from Google Play™. Language & input Select the device language, adjust text input options, add words to the personal dictionary and configure speech settings. Backup & reset Back up your data and reset your device. Setup guide Get help setting up your device. Add account
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    can display CPU usage on the home screen or set your device to enter debug mode when USB connections are active. View information about your device, such as the model number, firmware version and signal. You can also update your software to the latest version. Status and notification icons overview
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    USB cable Warning message Error message Missed call Call ongoing Call on hold Call forwarding on Software updates available Downloading data Uploading data More (undisplayed) notifications Application overview Use the Clock application to set application to manage phone numbers, email address
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    in the phone. For example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips and tricks. Use YouTube™ to share and view videos from around the world. Download and install new applications and updates. Some applications are not supported by all networks and/or service providers in
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    box. To access the setup guide manually 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings > Setup guide. Limitations to services and features Some of the services and features described in this user guide are not supported in all countries/regions or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas
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    See Google Play 35 Android 7 animated wallpaper 20 answering service 39 applications arranging 21 overview 120 screen 20 sorting 21 audio 59 adjusting volume 56 playing 56 playing tracks in random order 59 audio content related content 57 B back cover attaching 9 removing 8 backing up
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    23 settings 27 keys 12 L language 30 writing 27 Latitude 107 LCD backlight control 29 "Like" a photo on Facebook 83 "Like" a track on Facebook 57 "Like" a video on Facebook 83 live wallpaper 20 location 68, 106 locks activating the screen 10 locking the screen 10 screen lock 10
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    resetting 113 resizing photos 79 ringtone 108 rotating photos 79 S scanning barcodes 101 screen 29 cracked 15 glass 15 screen unlock pattern 114 warranty 15 screen settings 68 support 111 Support application 117 surround sound feature on 9 U updating your device 111 USB connection 99
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    76 video camera 66, 72, 73 recording videos 72 settings 72, 73 Video Unlimited 86 buying videos 86 creating an in random order 59 playlists 59 using 56 using the equalizer 56 "WALKMAN" application widget 60 wallpaper 20 web browser 88 Wi-Fi 90 widgets 19 resizing 19 wireless networks
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User guide
Xperia
L
C2105/C2104