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    User guide Xperia™ M2 D2303/D2305/D2306
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    Contents Getting started 6 About this User guide 6 Overview 6 Assembly 7 Starting your device themes 19 Taking a screenshot 20 Status and notifications 20 Icons in the status bar 21 Application overview 23 Downloading applications 25 Downloading applications from Google Play 25 Downloading
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    SIM card protection 37 Screen settings 37 Screen lock 38 Language settings 39 Date and time 39 Enhancing the sound output 40 Typing text 41 On-screen keyboard 41 Entering text using voice input 42 Editing text 42 Personalizing the Xperia keyboard 43 Calling 44 Making calls 44 Receiving
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    video content to your device 89 Managing video content 89 Video Unlimited service 90 Connectivity 91 Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices 91 NFC 93 Bluetooth® wireless technology 94 Smart apps and features that save you time 98 Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect
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    a lost device 109 IMEI number 110 Battery and power management 110 Memory and storage 112 Managing files using a computer 113 Backing up and restoring content 114 Restarting and resetting 115 Recycling your device 116 Limitations to services and features 116 Legal information 116 5 This
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    started About this User guide This is the Xperia™ M2 User guide for the Android™ 4.3 (Jelly Bean) 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. To
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    peel off this sheet before using the touchscreen. Otherwise, the touchscreen might not function properly. To insert the micro SIM card 1 Insert a fingernail into the gap between the micro SIM card slot cover and the device, then detach the cover. 2 With the gold-colored contacts facing down, insert
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    , if you have a Sony Entertainment Network account, you can sign in to it here and get set up straightaway. And you can download Internet and Wi-Fi® settings. You can also access the setup guide later from the Settings menu. To turn on the device Make sure that the battery is charged for at
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    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 are available on your device when you purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube
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    partly charged when you buy the device. You can still use your device while it is charging. Read more about the battery and how to improve the performance in Battery and power management on page 110. To charge your device 1 Plug the charger into a power outlet. 2 Plug one end of the USB
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    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. 11 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only
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    Pinching and spreading • Zoom in or out on a web page, a photo, or a map. Swiping • Scroll up or down a list. • Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes. 12 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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    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 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
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    To go to the Home screen • Press . To browse the Home screen 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 Home screen pane 1 Touch
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    come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you download. To view all applications on the Application screen 1 From your Home 2 Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release your finger. To arrange applications on the Application screen 1 To open the
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    screen. For example, you can have a web page open and then open the Calculator small app on top of it and perform calculations. You can download more small apps from Google Play™. 16 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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    for the small app that you want to download, then follow the instructions to download it and complete the installation. To move the desired position. To remove a small app from the small apps bar • Touch and the widget, the full Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from
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    1 Touch and hold a widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then release the widget. If the widget can be resized, for example, the Calendar widget tap the widget that you want to add. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions, if necessary, to finish adding the widget. Shortcuts and folders Use
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    to add shortcuts, some of the applications available allow you to add specific functionality to the shortcut. To move an item on the Home screen and tap Done. Background and themes You can adapt the Home screen to your own style using wallpapers and different themes. You can also change the
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    in the status bar inform you of events such as new messages and calendar notifications, activities in progress such as file downloads, and status information such as battery level and signal strength. You can drag down the status bar to open the Notification panel and handle your notifications. 20
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    panel • Tap Clear. Notification light The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. For example, a flashing white light Roaming LTE is available GPRS is available EDGE is available 3G is available Cellular data network is available Sending and downloading LTE data
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    GPRS data Sending and downloading EDGE data Sending and downloading 3G data Sending and downloading cellular data Battery status The battery is charging STAMINA mode is activated Airplane mode is activated The Bluetooth® function is activated The SIM card is not inserted The microphone is
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    Maps™. Go to Google Play™ to download free and paid applications for your device. Make phone calls by dialing the number manually or by using the smart dial function. Use the Video Unlimited application to rent and purchase videos. Optimize settings to suit
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    world. Use the Support application to access user support in the device. For example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips and tricks. Download and install new applications and updates. Some applications are not supported by all networks and/or service providers in all
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    applications from other sources When your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™, you can download applications directly from other websites by following the relevant download instructions. Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device
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    installed in most markets. Go to http://support.google.com/chrome and click the " SIM card is inserted. It is also possible to download these settings later from the Settings menu. • You can manually add, change, or delete Internet and messaging settings on your device any time. Contact your service
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    tap . 4 Tap Reset to default. All Internet and messaging settings are deleted. Wi-Fi® Use Wi-Fi® connections to surf the Internet, download applications, or send network name (SSID). If you know the network name, you can add it manually to your list of available Wi-Fi® networks. To turn on Wi-Fi®
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    new available networks, tap , and then tap Scan. To add a Wi-Fi® network manually 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi. get the network SSID and password. Increasing Wi-Fi® signal strength There are a number of things you can do to increase the strength of a Wi-Fi® signal:
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    mobile data connection You can share your device's mobile data connection with a single computer using a USB cable. This process is called USB tethering. You can device's data connection, for example, to surf the Internet, download applications, or send and receive emails. You may need to prepare
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    . 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 (if available), tap View app settings and make the desired changes. The performance of individual applications may be
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    which cellular networks are available in different areas. You can also manually set your device to use a particular cellular network mode, for used by corporations and educational institutions for users who need to access intranets and other internal services when they are outside of the internal
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    To disconnect from a virtual private network 1 Drag the status bar downwards. 2 Tap the notification for the VPN connection to turn it off. 32 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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    manually. To set up an online account for synchronization 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings > Add account, then select the account you want to add. 3 Follow the instructions want to synchronize. 4 Tap , then tap Sync now. To remove an online account 1 From your Home screen, tap > Settings
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    for your account manually and then tap security features on and select an interval option. To remove an EAS account 1 From your PC Companion application or the Sony™ Bridge for Mac application. 3 Click Start to start the Contacts and Contacts Sync applications and follow the on-screen instructions
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    is installed on the Apple® Mac® computer. 2 Computer: Open the PC Companion application or the Sony™ Bridge for Mac application. 3 Click Start to start the Calendar and Calendar Sync applications and follow the on-screen instructions to synchronize your device with your Outlook calendar. 35 This is
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    Basic settings Accessing settings View and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. The Settings menu is accessible from both the Notification panel and the Application screen. To open the device settings menu from the Notification panel 1 Drag the status bar downward. 2 Tap . To open
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    device. If you enter the PIN incorrectly more times than the maximum number of attempts allowed, your SIM card will become blocked. You then need to enter your PUK adjust the brightness. Lowering the brightness level increases battery performance. 37 This is an Internet version of this publication. ©
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    to restore important data such as contacts and messages. 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 in your device to capture a photo of your face. 3 After your face is successfully captured
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    the instructions in the Xperia keyboard on Date and time You can change the date and time on your device. 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
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    To set the time manually 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Date & time. 3 Unmark the Automatic date & time checkbox if it is device using features such as Clear Phase™ and xLOUD™ technology. Using Clear Phase™ technology Use Clear Phase™ technology from Sony to automatically
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    by tapping each letter individually, or you can use the Gesture input feature and slide your finger from letter to letter to form words. If the keyboard is personalized. 5 Display numbers and symbols. For even more symbols, tap . 6 Switch between lower-case , upper-case , and caps . For some
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    or accordingly. To return to using the full on-screen keyboard, tap . Entering text technology from Google™, and is available for a number of languages and regions. To enable voice input 4 Edit the text manually if necessary. To make the keyboard appear and enter text manually, tap . Editing
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    application bar to make your desired changes. Personalizing the Xperia keyboard When entering text using the on-screen keyboard, and correction, automatic spacing, and quick full stops. You can also get your message style. There is also a Personalization guide that runs you through the most basic
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    Calling Making calls You can make a call by manually dialing a phone number, by tapping a number saved in your contacts 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 contacts list and call logs. To make a video
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    Phone. 3 Touch and hold 0 until a "+" sign appears. 4 Enter the country code, area code (without the first 0) and phone number, then tap . Showing or hiding your phone number You can select to show or hide your phone number on call recipients' devices when you call them. To show or hide your phone
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    Tap Missed call. appears in the status bar. Drag the status bar To call a number from your call log 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap 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 new
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    you have received a PIN2 code from your service provider, you can also use a list of Fixed Dialing Numbers (FDNs) to restrict outgoing calls. To 2 Find and tap Settings > Call settings > Fixed dialing numbers > Fixed dialing numbers. To change the SIM card PIN2 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Find
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    tap . To release a participant from a conference call 1 During an ongoing conference call, tap the button showing the number of participants. For Your voicemail service number is normally saved on your SIM card. If not, you can get the number from your service provider and enter it manually. 48 This
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    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 and hold 1. Emergency calls Your device supports international emergency numbers, for example, 112 or 911
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    PC Companion application or the Sony™ Bridge for Mac application, then click Xperia™ Transfer or Contacts Setup and follow the instructions contacts to a SIM card. For more specific information about transferring the contacts from your old device, refer to the relevant User guide. To import contacts
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    you transfer contacts using a SIM card. 1 From your Home screen, tap , then tap . 2 Tap , then tap Import contacts > SIM card. 3 Select where From your Home screen, tap , then tap . 2 Tap and enter a phone number, name, or other information in the Search contacts field. The result list is filtered
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    not have to edit the number again when you make calls from other countries. To edit a contact 1 From your Home screen, tap , then tap . 2 Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap . 3 Edit the desired information. 4 When you are done, tap Done. Some synchronization services do not allow you to
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    screen, tap , then tap . 2 Tap the contact you want to add to or remove from your favorites. 3 Tap . To view your favorite contacts 1 From your Home > OK. 4 Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions. To send several contacts at once 1 From your Home screen, tap ,
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    , you can join such duplicates to create a single entry. And if you join entries by mistake, edit, then tap . 3 Tap Unlink contact > Unlink. Backing up contacts You can use a memory card or a SIM card to back up contacts. To export all contacts to a memory card 1 From your Home screen, tap , then
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    If the recipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient's number manually. 4 Tap Write message and enter your message text. 5 If you desired conversation. 3 If the message is not yet downloaded, tap and hold the message, then tap Download message. 55 This is an Internet version of this
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    you have saved about the recipient, then select from the list that appears. If the recipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient's number manually. 5 Edit the message, if necessary, then tap Send. To save a file contained in a message you receive 1 From your Home screen, tap , then find
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    . 3 Tap the recipient name or number at the top of the screen, then select the number you want to call from the list in your contacts, tap . To save a sender's number as a contact 1 From your Home screen, tap a Google™ account. Go to http://support.google.com/hangouts and click the "Hangouts
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    an instant message or a video call 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Hangouts. 3 Tap , then enter a contact name, email address, phone number or circle name and select the relevant entry from the suggested list. 4 To start an instant messaging session, tap . 5 To start a video call, tap
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    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 If the settings for the email account cannot be downloaded automatically, complete the setup manually. 5 When prompted, enter a name for your
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    want to check, then tap Inbox in the drop down menu. 4 To download new messages, tap , then tap Refresh. When the inbox is open, that you want to forward, then tap Forward. 2 Enter the recipient's email address manually, or tap and select a recipient from your Contacts list. 3 Enter your message
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    at once, tap , then tap Combined view. 3 Tap . 4 Enter your search text, then tap on the keyboard. 5 The search result appears in a list sorted by date. Tap the email message that you want to open. To view all folders for one email account 1 From your Home screen, tap , then find and
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    delete, then tap . 2 Tap Delete. In the email inbox view, you can also flick a message to the right to delete it. Email account settings To remove an email account from your device 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Email. 3 Press , then tap Settings. 4 Select the account you want to
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    4 Access settings and options 5 List of email messages To learn more about Gmail™ • When the Gmail application is open, tap , then tap Help. 63 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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    113 page. • If the computer is a PC, you can use the Media Go™ application from Sony and organize your music files, create playlists, subscribe to podcasts, and more. To learn more and download the Media Go™ application, go to http://mediago.sony.com/enu/ features. • If the computer is an Apple® Mac
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    , create shortcuts, and organize your music by mood and tempo using SensMe™ channels. 1 Charts provided by Music Unlimited 2 New releases provided by Music Unlimited 3 Featured playlists provided by Music Unlimited 4 Browse your music by artist 5 Browse your music by song 6 Browse your music by
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    online services 9 Manage and edit your music using Music Unlimited channels 10 Open the "WALKMAN" music player application Sony update your music with the latest information 1 From the WALKMAN home screen, tap . 2 Tap Download music info > Start. Your device searches online and downloads
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    the album or song to. The album or song is added to the playlist. To remove a song from a playlist 1 In a playlist, touch and hold the title of Share. 4 Select an application from the list, then follow the on-screen instructions. You can also send albums and playlists in the same way. Sharing music
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    Sound enhancements. 3 To adjust the sound manually, drag the frequency band buttons up full-screen view. To change the background theme 1 In the "WALKMAN" application, tap . 2 Tap Visualizer. 3 Tap > Theme and select a theme. Recognizing music with TrackID™ Use the TrackID™ music recognition service
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    application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regions, or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. a track has been recognized by the TrackID™ application, tap Download. 2 Follow the instructions in your device to complete your purchase. You can also select
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    music using a PC that runs the Windows® operating system. Go to www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com for more information. Sony Entertainment Network with Tap Music Unlimited, then follow the on-screen instructions to get started with the Music Unlimited service. 70 This is an Internet version of this
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    can then switch the radio sound to the speaker, if desired. 1 Favorites list 2 Radio on/off button 3 View menu options 4 Tuned frequency 5 Save or remove a channel as a favorite 6 Tuning dial 7 Frequency band - drag left or right to move between channels 8 Move up the frequency band to search for
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    TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regions, or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. Favorite Select an option. To remove a channel as a favorite 1 When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to remove. 2 Tap , then tap
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    camera. 2 Point the camera toward the subject. 3 Tap the on-screen camera button . The photo is taken as soon as you release your finger. To take a self-portrait using the front camera 1 Activate the camera. 2 Tap . 3 To take the photo, press the camera key. The photo is taken as soon as you
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    To record a video using the camera key 1 Activate the camera. 2 Tap , and select . 3 If the video camera is not selected, tap . 4 To start recording a video, press the camera key. 5 To stop recording, press the camera key again. To record a video by tapping the screen 1 Activate the camera. 2 Point
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    turn on geotagging 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings > Location services. 3 Drag the slider beside Access to my location to the right. 4 Activate overview Superior auto Optimize your settings to suit any scene. Manual Adjust camera settings manually. Social live Broadcast live video to
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    select . 3 To take photos, press the camera key fully down and then release it. The photos taken appear in thumbnail view. 4 Scroll through the thumbnails and camera screen with your finger. The photo is taken as soon as you release your finger. Shutter sound Choose to turn the shutter sound on or
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    data either to a removable SD card or to your . Auto Adjusts the color balance automatically to suit the lighting conditions. Incandescent Adjusts the color balance for a cloudy sky. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. Still camera settings To adjust the still camera settings
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    focus frame stays sharp. Single autofocus The camera automatically autofocus is on. Touch focus Touch a specific area on the camera screen to set . The photo is taken when you release your finger. Object tracking When you you. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. HDR Use the HDR (
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    for small movements of the hand. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. Preview You can choose to preview photos or videos just after this setting when the background is brighter than the subject. This removes unwanted dark shadows. Red-eye reduction 79 This is an Internet version
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    resolution for different formats. Full HD 1920×1080(16:9) Full HD (Full High Definition) format with multimedia message. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. Self timer With the self- the white focus frame stays sharp. Single autofocus The camera automatically focuses on the
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    . Object tracking When you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the camera tracks it for you. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. HDR video Use the video HDR (High-Dynamic Range) setting to record a video against strong backlight or in conditions where the contrast
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    in a chronologically ordered grid. 1 View photos and videos in the Pictures tab 2 View photos and videos in the My albums tab 3 View menu options 4 The date of items in the group 5 Tap a photo or video to view it 6 Scroll up or down to view content To view photos and videos 1 From
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    the toolbars, then tap > SensMe™ slideshow. 2 Select the music and theme that you want to use for the slideshow, then tap . The Album screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Use as > Wallpaper. 2 Follow the instructions on the screen. To rotate a photo 1 When you are viewing a photo, tap
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    photos of the same person in one folder. To turn on the photo analysis feature 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Album > My Add as new person. To edit a face name 1 When you are viewing a face in full-screen view, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Edit name tags. 2
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    7 View your photos in globe mode 8 View your photos on a map 9 View all photos and videos saved to the removable memory card 10 View all photos with faces The PlayMemories online service is not available in all countries or regions. To view and add comments to online album content 1 When viewing
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    it in full screen. If several photos were taken at the same location, only one of them appears on the map. The total number of photos . 2 Find and tap Album > My albums > Maps. 3 Tap a photo to view it in full screen. To view geotagged photos on a globe 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap
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    To change the map view • When viewing the map in Album, tap , then select Classic view or Satellite view. 87 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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    downloaded video files 6 Browse all applications downloaded or saved to your device 7 View all subscribed or downloaded files in the Podcast application Sony no external device available, follow the on-screen instructions to add one. 88 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only
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    ™ to organize content and transfer video files to your device via the PC. To learn more and download the Media Go™ application, go to http://mediago.sony.com/enu/features. • If your computer is an Apple® Mac®, you can use Sony™ Bridge for Mac to transfer video files from iTunes to your device. To
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    Use the Video Unlimited service to rent and buy movies or TV shows that you can view not only on your Android™ device, but also on a PC, PlayStation® Portable (PSP®), PlayStation® 3 or PlayStation® Vita. Select your pick from the latest Hollywood releases, action movies, comedies, classics, and
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    Connectivity Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices You can view or play media content saved to your device on other devices such as, for example, a TV, or a computer. Such devices must be DLNA Certified™ by the Digital Living Network Alliance and all devices must be connected to the same Wi-
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    . A DMR device can be, for example, a TV with DLNA function, or a PC running Windows® 7 or higher. The settings for enabling the Digital Media Renderer may vary depending on the device used. Refer to the user guide for the respective device for more detailed information. Content with Digital Rights
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    also use NFC to scan tags that give you more information about a product or service as well as tags that activate certain functions on your device. NFC is a the receiving device and is also saved on the receiving device. The front part of your device that corresponds to the NFC detection area (at
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    the web page is displayed on the screen of the receiving device. The front part of your device that corresponds to the NFC detection area (at the back devices produced by Sony, such as a speaker or a headphone. When establishing this kind of connection, refer to the User guide of the compatible
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    ), with no solid objects in between. In some cases you have to manually pair your device with other Bluetooth® devices. Interoperability try the generic passcode 0000. If this does not work, refer to the user guide for your Bluetooth® device to get the device passcode. You do not need to
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    To pair your device with another Bluetooth® device 1 Make sure the device you want to pair with has the Bluetooth® function activated and is visible to other Bluetooth® devices. 2 From your device's Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. All available Bluetooth® devices appear in a
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    To receive items using Bluetooth® 1 Make sure that the Bluetooth® function is on and is visible to other Bluetooth® devices. 2 The sending device now starts sending data to your device. 3 If prompted, enter the same passcode on both devices, or confirm the suggested passcode. 4 When you are notified
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    Smart apps and features that save you time Controlling accessories and settings With Smart Connect, you can also manage your accessories such as SmartTags and SmartWatch. Refer to the User guide of the specific accessory for more information. 1 Tap to display all added devices 2 Add a device or an
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    the settings as desired. To remove an event, tap the pro from Sony. Smart Connect downloads support ANT+™ sport, fitness, and health devices. For information about ANT+™ compatible products, go to www.thisisant.com/directory. Using your device as a wallet You can use wallet applications and services
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    , by Google or by your network operator. For more information about such wallet services, refer to your service provider. You can read more about Google Wallet™ at http:// support.google.com/wallet/. Mobile payment services may not yet be available in all regions. 100 This is an Internet version
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    to the right. 4 Tap Agree twice to confirm. When you enable location services, both GPS satellites and Google's location service (Wi-Fi and cellular networks) get enabled by default. You can disable either option manually. To allow Google apps to access your location 1 Drag the status bar downward
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    traffic when traveling When you travel outside of your home cellular network, you might need to access the Internet using cellular data traffic. In this case, you need to activate data roaming on your device. It is recommended to check the relevant data transmission charges in advance. 102 This is
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    is saved on your memory card or internal storage. You can also be notified by alarms, if alarms are activated. Turning on Airplane mode reduces battery consumption. To turn on Airplane mode 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > More.... 3 Mark the Airplane mode checkbox. You can
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    example, your Google™ account or Xperia™ with Facebook account, then calendar also synchronize your Outlook calendar with your device using PC Companion. If you do so, all appointments from Add a calendar event 3 Return to the current date 4 Access settings and other options 5 Flick left or
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    -hour or 24-hour. 1 Access the alarm homescreen 2 View a world clock and adjust settings 3 Access the stopwatch function 4 Access the timer function 5 Open date and time settings for the clock 6 Turn an alarm on or off 7 View options 8 Add a new alarm To set a new alarm 1 From your
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    To turn an alarm on or off • Open the Alarm & clock application, then drag the slider next to the alarm to the on or off position. To delete an alarm 1 Open the Alarm & clock application, then touch and hold the alarm that you want to delete. 2 Tap Delete alarm, then tap Yes. To set the sound for an
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    in your device to search a User guide, read troubleshooting guides, and find information about software updates and other product-related information. To access the Support application 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap , then select the required support item. Make sure that you have
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    . You can also check for new updates manually. The easiest way to install a software update is to do it wirelessly from your device. However, some updates are not available for wireless download. You then need to use the PC Companion application on a PC or the Sony™ Bridge for Mac application on an
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    searches for new software. 4 Computer: If a new software update is detected, a popup window appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to run the relevant software updates. Finding a lost device If you have a Google™ account, the my Xperia web service can help you locate and secure your device if
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    verify that the my Xperia service can locate your device number 1 Be sure your device is turned off. 2 Detach the cover for the micro SIM card and memory card slot. 3 Using a fingernail, remove number. Battery and power management Your device has an embedded battery. You can keep track of your battery
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    > Power management, then tap STAMINA mode. 3 Add or remove applications, as desired. 4 When you're finished, tap Done. Improving battery time using Low battery mode Use the Low battery mode feature to automatically start saving power when the battery reaches a certain charge level. You can set and
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    videos, and music. • You can use a removable memory card of up to 32 GB to get Android devices by downloading the white paper for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support. Improving memory Transfer. To stop applications and services from running 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find
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    download the Media Go™ application, go to http://mediago.sony.com/enu/features this feature, you need a Wi-Fi® enabled device that supports Media Network configuration and follow the instructions to pair the computer and . 4 Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > USB Connectivity. 5 Under
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    . 2 Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > USB Connectivity. 3 Select the paired device you want to remove. 4 Tap Forget. Backing up and a factory data reset and are not updating the software version. Backing up data to a computer Use the PC Companion application or the Sony™ Bridge for Mac
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    Bookmarks • Call logs • Contacts • Applications downloaded from Google Play™ • Multimedia messages • System get deleted during a restore procedure. Restarting and resetting You can force your device to shut down . Your device may fail to restart if the battery level is low. Connect your device to a
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    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 from your device. Contact your wireless service provider for more information. Legal information Sony D2303/D2305/D2306 This User guide
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    PHONE (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CONTACTS, MUSIC TRACKS AND PICTURES) ARISING OUT OF ANY UPDATE OF YOUR DEVICE BY ANY OF THE METHODS DESCRIBED IN THIS USER GUIDE OR DOCUMENTATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY MOBILE'S OR ITS SUPPLIERS' TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES AND CAUSES
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