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- Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 1
User guide Xperia™ M4 Aqua E2303/E2306/E2353 - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 2
and MMS settings 31 Wi-Fi 32 Sharing your mobile data connection 34 Controlling data usage 35 Selecting mobile networks 36 Virtual private networks (VPNs 37 Synchronizing data on your device 38 Synchronizing with online accounts 38 Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync 38 - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 3
, Ringtone, and Volume 40 Managing Notifications 41 SIM card protection 42 Screen settings 43 Daydream 44 Screen Lock 45 Language settings 45 Date and time 46 Enhancing the sound output 46 Typing text 48 On-Screen Keyboard 48 Phonepad 49 Entering text using voice input 50 Editing text - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 4
Videos 99 Watching videos in the Movies application 99 Transferring video content to your device 100 Managing video content 100 Movie Creator 101 Video Unlimited service 101 4 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 5
Accessories and Settings with Smart Connect 109 Using your device as a wallet 111 Travel and maps 112 Using location services 112 Google Maps™ and navigation 112 Using data traffic when traveling 113 Airplane mode 113 Calendar and alarm clock 114 Calendar 114 Alarm and Clock 115 Support - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 6
Getting started About this User Guide This is the Xperia™ M4 Aqua User guide for the Android™ 5.0 software version. If you're not sure Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android version. Overview 6 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 7
. Headset jack 16. Second microphone 17. Charger/USB cable port 18. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna area 19. Memory card slot cover Assembly Your device only supports nano SIM cards. Don't confuse the nano SIM card slot with the memory card slot. Inserting a card into the wrong slot could damage both the - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 8
detach the memory card slot cover. 2 Push the memory card inward, then release it immediately. 3 Draw the memory card fully outward and remove it. 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 - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 9
™ 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 only be replaced by Sony or an authorized Sony repair center. You should - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 10
After immersing your device in water or after getting the USB port wet, make sure the USB port is dry before you insert a USB cable into the port, for example, to charge your device or connect it to a computer. After exposure to water, the USB port dries out naturally after a number of hours. If you - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 11
way into the USB charging port on your device. Part of the USB connector is still visible when it's connected to the charger. If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few minutes before the notification light illuminates and the charging icon appears - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 12
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 > Users > Guest. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure. You can also set up a guest user account from the status - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 13
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 ®, Airplane mode, NFC, and Bluetooth®. • Settings that only affect an individual user account. Examples include automatic data syncing, screen lock, - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 14
• 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. 14 This is an Internet version of this - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 15
, and maps, and when you're taking photos or shooting videos. Swiping • Scroll up or down a list. • Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes. 15 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 16
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 - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 17
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 1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates. 2 Flick left or - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 18
to the right. To Move an Application on the Application Screen 1 To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen to the right. 2 Make sure Custom order is selected under SHOW APPS. 3 On the Application screen, touch and hold the application until it's selected, then - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 19
application icon, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Homescreen opens. 4 Drag the icon to the desired location on the Homescreen, then release your finger. If Alphabetical or Most used is selected under SHOW APPS instead of Custom order, you can still add an application shortcut to the - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 20
tap . 2 Search for the small app that you want to download, then follow the instructions to download it and complete the installation. To move a small app • When the then drag it to the right edge or to the bottom edge of the screen. To rearrange the small apps in the favorites bar • Touch and hold - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 21
resize a widget 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, then a and keep your Home screen tidy. 21 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 22
on your Homescreen until the device vibrates and the customization menu appears. 2 In the customization menu, tap Widgets & Apps > Apps. 3 device vibrates, then drag the item to . To create a folder on the Home screen • Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it magnifies and the - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 23
instructions in your device. When you change a theme, the background also changes in some applications. Taking a screenshot You can capture still images of any screen key at the same time. Once the screenshot is captured, you can release the keys. To view your screenshot • Drag the status bar fully - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 24
front camera viewfinder window, tap . To record a still photo using the front camera while you are recording the screen, drag in the mini viewfinder to expand the view and then tap . To view recent screen recordings • Drag the status bar downward, then tap to view the most recent recordings of your - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 25
the notification downward. Not all notifications are expandable. Quick settings for interruptions There are three modes available for interruptions on your device: Silent, Priority, and Sound. Within each mode, you can determine how and when notifications can interrupt you, if at all. For example - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 26
be disabled manually. When the notification light is disabled, it only lights up when there is a battery status warning, such as when the battery level is being transmitted Battery status The battery is charging STAMINA mode is activated Low battery mode is activated Airplane mode is activated The - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 27
Synchronization is ongoing Problem with sign-in or synchronization Depending on your service provider, network, and/or region, the functions or services represented by some New voicemail message New email message Downloading data Uploading data Mobile data is disabled Perform a basic setup of your - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 28
share content with your friends. Use the Music application to organize and play music, audio books and podcasts. Make phone calls by dialing the number manually or by using the smart dial function. Optimize settings to suit your own requirements. Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 29
the world. The Xperia™ Movie Creator automatically accessory. Use the Support application to access user support in your device. For example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips and tricks. Some applications are not supported or listed by all networks and/or service - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 30
from Google Play™ Google Play™ is the official online Google store for downloading applications, games, music, movies the search function. 4 Tap the item to view its details, and follow the instructions to complete the installation. Some applications may need to access data, settings, and various - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 31
device, refer to the troubleshooting tips for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/ for network coverage, mobile data, and MMS issues. If STAMINA mode is activated to save power, all mobile data traffic gets paused when the screen is off. If this causes connection problems, try excluding some - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 32
services. To view the downloaded Internet and MMS settings 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile know the network name, you can add it manually to your list of available Wi-Fi® networks. the relevant troubleshooting tips for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/ . - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 33
To Add a Wi-Fi® Network Manually 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi. 3 Tap > Add network. 4 Enter the Network name (SSID) information. 5 To select a security type, tap the - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 34
connection with up to five other devices via Bluetooth®. • Portable Wi-Fi® hotspot - share your mobile data connection simultaneously with up to 8 other devices, including devices that support WPS technology. To Share Your Data Connection Using a USB Cable 1 Deactivate all USB cable connections to - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 35
a computer, refer to the relevant instructions to complete the setup. If the device runs on the Android™ operating system, tap the settings beside Portable Wi-Fi hotspot to the left. To allow a WPS-supported device to use your mobile data connection 1 Make sure that your device is functioning as a - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 36
cellular data connection, tap the Mobile tab. Selecting mobile networks Your device automatically switches between mobile networks depending on which mobile networks are available where you are. You can also manually set your device to use a particular mobile network mode, for example, WCDMA or GSM - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 37
. 2 Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks > Service providers. 3 Tap Search mode, then select Manual. 4 Select a network. If you select a network manually, your device will not search for other networks, even if you move out of range of the manually selected network. To Activate Automatic - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 38
> Accounts > Add account, then select the account you want to add. 3 Follow the instructions to create an account, or sign in if you already have an account. To Synchronize Manually with an Online Account 1 From your Homescreen, tap > Settings > Accounts. 2 Under Accounts, select the account type - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 39
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. 39 This is an Internet - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 40
desired positions. You can also press the volume key up or down to adjust the ringtone and media playback volume levels, even when the screen is locked. To Set Your Device to Vibrate for Incoming Calls 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification. 3 Drag the slider - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 41
time intervals for both priority interruptions and silent mode. The most common types of notifications include arrive. 3 Select an option and follow the instructions in your device. The interruption settings can also appears at the top of the screen. See Quick settings for interruptions on - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 42
you designate the relevant apps as Sensitive in the App notifications settings menu. You must have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock in order for this setting to be available. Contents hidden is displayed on the lockscreen when sensitive notifications arrive. For example, you'll - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 43
2 Find and tap Settings > Display > Brightness level. 3 Drag the slider to adjust the brightness. Lowering the brightness level increases battery performance. To Set the Screen to Vibrate on Touch 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Other sounds. 3 Drag the - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 44
password is needed to unlock the device before the screen can be unpinned. 7 Tap START. To Unpin a Screen 1 On the pinned screen, touch and hold and at the same time. 2 Release both buttons. If you marked a security option when you pinned the screen, you have to enter your pattern, PIN, or password - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 45
data such as contacts and messages. To change screen lock type 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock. 3 Follow the instructions in your device and select another screen lock type. To create a screen lock pattern 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 46
then select the language you want. Date and time You can change the date and time on your device. To Set the Date Manually 1 From the Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Date & time. 3 Unmark the Automatic date & time checkbox, if it is marked. 4 Tap Set date. 5 Scroll up and down to select - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 47
To Minimize Volume Differences Using the Dynamic Normalizer 1 From the Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Audio settings. 3 Mark the Dynamic normalizer checkbox. 47 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 48
is personalized. 5 Display numbers and symbols. For even more symbols, tap . 6 Switch between lower-case , upper-case , and caps . For some languages, this key is used to access extra characters in the language. To display the on-screen keyboard to enter text • Tap a text entry field. To use the on - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 49
input checkbox. To use the one-handed keyboard 1 Open the on-screen keyboard in portrait mode, then tap . 2 Tap , then tap One-handed keyboard. a space. 5 Display symbols and smileys. 6 Display numbers. 7 Change the character case and turn on the caps lock. To open the Phonepad for the first time 1 - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 50
To enter text using voice input 1 Open the on-screen keyboard. 2 Tap . When appears, speak to enter text. 3 When you're done, tap again. The suggested text appears. 4 Edit the text manually if necessary. To make the keyboard appear and enter text manually, tap . Editing text You can select, cut - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 51
applications to learn your writing style. There is also a Personalization guide that runs you through the most basic settings to get you started the Xperia™ Chinese keyboard or the Xperia™ Japanese keyboard. To access the on-screen keyboard settings 1 When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 52
To Change the Smart Language Detection Settings Smart language detection may not be available for all writing languages. 1 When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap . 2 Tap , then tap Keyboard settings. 3 To activate or deactivate the Smart language detection function, mark or unmark the Smart - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 53
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 - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 54
vibrates and the customization menu appears. 2 In the customization menu, tap Widgets mode or the screen is locked, the phone application opens in full-screen format. If you receive an incoming call when the screen answered automatically. You can also manually route calls to the answering machine - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 55
Greeting Message for the Answering Machine 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Call > Xperia™ Answering Machine > Greetings. 3 Tap Record new greeting and follow the on-screen instructions. To Enable Automatic Answering 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Call - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 56
5 Mute the microphone during a call 6 End a call To change the ear speaker volume during a call • Press the volume key up or down. To activate the screen during a call • Briefly press . Using the call log In the call log, you can view missed calls , received calls and dialed calls . To view your - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 57
displayed. 3 Tap . You can also access general call settings using the instructions above. Forwarding Calls You can direct calls to a different recipient, such as your network operator to verify if your SIM card or network service supports this feature. To Block Incoming or Outgoing Calls 1 From your - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 58
To change the SIM card PIN2 1 From the Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Call. 3 Tap Fixed dialing numbers > Change PIN2. 4 Enter the old SIM card PIN2 and tap OK. 5 Enter the new SIM card PIN2 and tap OK. 6 Confirm the new PIN2 and tap OK. To send incoming calls from a specific contact - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 59
tap . To release a participant from your service provider and enter it manually. To service 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Phone. The call log is displayed. 3 Tap to display the dialpad. 4 Touch and hold 1. Emergency calls Your device supports the lock screen, tap Emergency call. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 60
To make an emergency call while the device is locked 1 To activate the screen, briefly press the power key . 2 Touch and hold the phone icon , then drag it to the right. The call log is displayed. 3 Tap to display - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 61
, which you can access from within the PC Companion and the Sony Bridge for Mac computer programs, supports mobile devices that run on several operating systems, including iOS, Android™, Windows®, and BlackBerry™. To use Xperia™ Transfer, you need: • An Internet-connected computer. • A USB cable for - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 62
To import contacts using Bluetooth® technology 1 Make sure you have the Bluetooth® function turned on and that your device is set to visible. 2 When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bar downward and tap the notification to accept the file transfer. 3 Tap Accept to - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 63
the desired information. 4 When you are done, tap Done. Some synchronization services do not allow you to edit contact details. To associate a picture with . If you want to add a picture that is saved to an online account, you must download the picture first. To personalize the ringtone for - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 64
you are using, plus information about relatives and friends who can be contacted in case of an emergency. After setup, your ICE information can be accessed from the security lockscreen. This means that even if the screen is locked, for example, by a PIN, pattern, or password, emergency personnel can - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 65
enable calls to ICE contacts from the security lock screen 1 From your Homescreen, tap , then tap . 2 Tap ICE - In Case of Emergency. 3 Tap , then tap Settings. 4 Mark the Enable call in ICE checkbox. Some networks and/or service providers may not support ICE calls. Favorites and groups You can mark - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 66
then tap . 2 Tap the contact whose details you want to send. 3 Tap , then tap Share. 4 Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions. To send several contacts at once 1 From your Homescreen, tap , then tap . 2 Press , then tap Mark several. 3 Mark the contacts you want to - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 67
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. 4 Tap Write message and enter your message text. 5 If you want to add an attachment, tap and select an option. 6 To send the message, tap - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 68
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 . To save a file contained in a message you receive 1 From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 69
you start using Hangouts™, make sure that you have a working Internet connection and a Google™ account. Go to http://support.google.com/hangouts and click the "Hangouts on your Android" link to get more detailed information about how to use this application. The video call function only works on - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 70
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 for the email account cannot be downloaded automatically, complete the setup manually. 5 When you are finished, tap Next. Sending and Receiving - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 71
Mail. 2 If you are using several email accounts, drag the left edge of the screen to the right and select which account you want to send the email from. 3 sort email in all your email accounts at once, drag the left edge of the screen to the right, then tap Combined inbox. 4 Tap , then tap Sort. 5 - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 72
to search all your email accounts at once, drag the left edge of the screen to the right, then tap Combined inbox. 3 Tap . 4 Enter your search , then tap on the keyboard. 5 The search result appears in a list sorted by date. Tap the email message you want to open. To View All Folders for One Email - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 73
3 List of email messages 4 Write an email message To Learn More About Gmail™ • When the Gmail application is open, drag the left edge of the screen to the right, and then find and tap Help & feedback. 73 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 74
media files from iTunes to your device. To learn more and download Sony Bridge for Mac, go to www.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/bridge-for-mac/. Music may not support all music file formats. For more information about supported file formats and the use of multimedia (audio, image, and video) files - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 75
Homescreen, tap , then find and tap . 2 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right. 3 Select a music category. 4 Tap a song to play it , and then tap the Infinite button . The Infinite button gives you access to online resources related to the song, such as videos on YouTube™, song lyrics, and - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 76
is open, tap Home. • When the Music homescreen menu is open, tap on the screen to the right of the menu. To update your music with the latest information 1 From . 2 Tap Download music info > Start. Your device searches online and downloads the latest available album art and song information for your - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 77
Share. 3 Select an application from the list, then follow the on-screen instructions. You can also share albums and playlists in the same way. Enhancing screen to display the controls. 3 Tap > Theme, then select a theme. Recognizing Music with TrackID™ Use the TrackID™ music recognition service - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 78
an online TrackID™ profile 2 View current music charts 3 View TrackID™ options 4 View the history of your previous searches 5 Identify the music that you are listening to The TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regions or by all networks and/or service - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 79
FM radio Listening to the radio The FM radio in your device works like any FM radio. For example, you can browse and listen to FM radio stations and save them as favorites. You must connect a wired headset or headphones to your device before you can use the radio. This is because the headset or - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 80
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 and stereo sound mode 1 When the radio is open, press . 2 Tap Enable stereo sound. 3 To listen to the radio in mono sound mode again, press - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 81
Capturing mode settings icon 9 Camera settings icon and shortcut icons To Take a Photo from the Lockscreen 1 To activate the screen, 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 - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 82
tap . The photo is taken as soon as you release your finger. To view your photos and videos 1 want to delete. 2 Tap the screen to make appear. 3 Tap . 3 Tap , then tap . 4 Tap Focus mode > Face detection. To take a photo using manually. 82 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 83
either by wireless networks or GPS technology. When appears on the camera screen, geotagging is turned on but the geographical position has not been to ensure you take the best photo possible. Manual mode Use Manual mode when you want to manually adjust your camera settings for photos and videos. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 84
on the screen. Multi camera mode Multi camera mode lets you take a photo that combines images from two different angles and devices. You see two images in the camera viewfinder of your device - one from your own camera and one from a connected Xperia™ device or a Sony camera that supports NFC and - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 85
, and follow the instructions to complete the installation. Quick launch Use Quick launch settings to launch the camera when the screen is locked. Launch focus area, and then touch the camera screen with your finger. The photo is taken as soon as you release your finger. Sound Choose to turn on or - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 86
The white balance setting icon is available on the camera screen. Auto Adjusts the color balance automatically to suit the lighting color balance for a cloudy sky. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. Still camera settings To adjust the still camera settings 1 Activate the camera - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 87
the yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken when you release your finger. 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 Use the HDR - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 88
part of the image that you want to capture. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. Image stabilizer When taking a photo, it can be difficult to hold the device tap the flash icon on the camera screen: 88 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 89
settings for you to fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible photo. Off The Scene selection feature is off and you can take photos manually. Soft skin Take photos of faces using an enhanced beauty effect. Soft snap Use for shooting photos against a soft background. Anti motion blur Use for - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 90
photos of fireworks in all their glory. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. 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 you want to - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 91
image that you want to capture. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. SteadyShot™ When recording a video, it can be difficult to a backlight. The video flash icon is only available on the video camera screen. Note that the video quality can sometimes be better without a light even - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 92
. This scene picks up indoor background lighting or candlelight. Videos of fast moving objects may get blurred. Hold your hand steady, or use a support. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode. 92 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 93
Album homescreen menu 2 View a slideshow of all images or just the ones you've added to your favorites 3 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Album homescreen menu 4 The date range of items in the current group 5 Tap a photo or video to open it in full - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 94
use a photo as wallpaper 1 When you are viewing a photo, tap the 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 the screen to display the toolbars, then tap . 2 Select Rotate. The photo is - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 95
. 9 To save a copy of the photo as you cropped it, tap Save. To apply special effects to a photo 1 When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap . 2 If prompted, select Photo editor > Just once. 3 Tap , then select an option. 4 Edit the photo as desired, then tap - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 96
Hidden. 2 Tap a photo or video that you want to unhide. 3 Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap . 4 Tap Don't hide. Album Homescreen Menu online via services such as PlayMemories Online, Picasa™, and Facebook. Once you are logged in to such services, you can manage content and view online - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 97
, then drag the left edge of the Album homescreen to the right. 3 Tap the desired online service, then follow the on-screen instructions to get started. All available online albums that you have uploaded to the service are displayed. 4 Tap any album to view its content, then tap a photo in the album - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 98
, tap . 2 Find and tap Album. 3 Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap Places. 4 Tap the photo that you want to view on a photo on the map in Album, touch and hold the photo until its frame turns blue, then tap the desired location on the map. 2 Tap OK. To change the map - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 99
downloaded video files 5 Scroll up or down to view content Sony Entertainment Network with Video Unlimited is not available in every market. the video. If there is no external device available, follow the on-screen instructions to add one. To change settings in Movies 1 From your Homescreen, tap - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 100
page. • If you have a PC, use the Media Go™ application from Sony to organize content and transfer video files to your device via the PC. To manually 1 Make sure your device has an active data connection. 2 From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap Movies. 3 Drag the left edge of the screen - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 101
PlayStation® Vita. Choose from the latest Hollywood releases, action movies, comedies, classics, and a range of other categories. You need to create a Sony Entertainment Network account if you want to buy or rent movies through the Video Unlimited service. If you already have a PlayStation® network - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 102
TV must support screen mirroring based on Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™ for screen of your device on a TV screen 1 TV: Follow the instructions in the User guide of your TV to turn on the screen mirroring function. 2 Your device: From your Homescreen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Screen - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 103
Movies. 3 Drag the left edge of the Movies home screen to the right, and tap Devices. 4 Select a instructions for setting up file sharing using DLNA™ differ depending on the client device. Refer to your client device User guide . 2 Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Media server settings. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 104
your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Media server settings. 3 Select a device from the device. Refer to the user guide of the DMR device for more information photos or videos that you want to view. 5 Tap the screen to display the toolbar, then tap and select a DMR - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 105
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 device and the receiving device have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active. 2 To open the Music application, tap , then find and tap - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 106
turned on and that the screen is active. 2 Place Sony, such as a speaker or a headphone. When establishing this kind of connection, refer to the User guide accessories.Bluetooth® connections work better within 33 feet (10 meters), with no solid objects in between. In some cases you have to manually - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 107
® device, you may need to enter a passcode. Your device will automatically 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 re-enter the passcode the next time you connect to a previously - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 108
sections of the User guide. To start One-touch setup on your device 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > One-touch 3 Make sure the NFC function on the other Xperia™ device is turned on. 4 Make sure the screens of both devices are unlocked and active. 5 Hold - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 109
opens the morning paper. • The ring volume is set to vibrate. With Smart Connect™, you can also manage accessories such as SmartTags and SmartWatch. Refer to the User guide of the specific accessory for more information. If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 110
close the introduction screen. 5 Add conditions you want to trigger the event under. A condition could be the connection with an accessory, or a specific Sony. Smart Connect™ downloads any necessary applications and also finds third-party applications, when available. Previously connected accessories - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 111
Accessory 1 Pair and connect the accessory with your device. 2 Start the Smart Connect™ application. 3 Tap Accessories, then tap the name of the connected accessory NFC on page 105 . Mobile payment services may not yet be available in all regions. To manage payment services 1 From your Homescreen, - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 112
are, you need to enable location services. To Enable or Disable Location Services 1 From your Homescreen, tap . requires an Internet connection when used online. You may incur data connection this application, go to http://support.google.com and click the "Maps for mobile" link. The Google Maps™ - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 113
cellular data traffic. In this case, you need to activate data roaming when mobile data is turned off. Airplane mode In Airplane mode, the mode reduces battery consumption. To Turn on Airplane Mode 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > More. 3 Drag the slider beside Airplane mode - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 114
device with one or several online accounts that include calendars, for example, your Google™ account or Xperia™ with Facebook account, then a view type and the calendars you want to view 2 Return to the current date 3 Access settings and other options 4 Flick left or right to browse more quickly - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 115
• When the Week or the Day view is selected, pinch the screen to zoom in. To display national holidays in the Calendar application 1 you want to add. For more information about how to enable location services, see Using location services on the 112 page. To change weather forecast settings in the - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 116
6 Open date and time settings for the clock 7 Turn an alarm on or off 8 Add a new alarm Alarms are always set as priority interruptions. However, if you - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 117
guide, read troubleshooting guides, and find information about software updates and other product-related information. To access the Support application 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap , then select the required support ™, Blackberry™, Android™ or Sony device using Xperia™ Transfer. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 118
from your old iPhone™, Blackberry™, Android™ or Sony device using Xperia™ Transfer. • Update your device .6 or later. You can download Sony Bridge for Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/bridge- bar. You can also check for new updates manually. The easiest way to install a software - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 119
Mac® computer running the Sony Bridge for Mac application. If you don't have the PC Companion or the Sony Bridge for Mac application installed -screen instructions to run the relevant software updates. Finding a lost device If you have a Google™ account, the "Protection by my Xperia" web service can - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 120
by any of the above actions or situations, you can deactivate the Protection by my Xperia service. To Recover the Device from Lockdown Mode 1 On the lockdown screen, tap Authenticate. 2 To complete the recovery procedure, sign in using the Google™ account that was used to activate the Protection by - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 121
) number. On your device, this number is referred to as the IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity). You should keep a copy of this number. You may require it, for example, when you access the Xperia™ Care support service and need to register your device. Also, if your device is stolen, some - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 122
. In some cases, tap Activate and confirm activation. STAMINA mode feature overview STAMINA mode has several features that allow you to optimize your battery performance: Extended standby Prevents applications from using data traffic by disabling Wi-Fi® and mobile data when the screen is off - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 123
system. You may have to purchase a memory card separately. Read more about the use of memory in Android devices by downloading the white paper for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support. Improving memory performance The memory in your device tends to fill up as a result of normal usage. If - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 124
applications and services from running 1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Apps > Running. 3 Select an application or service, then tap the Sony Bridge for Mac application to access the file system of your device. You can download Sony Bridge for Mac from http://support. - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 125
and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > USB Connectivity > USB connection mode. 3 Tap Media transfer mode (MTP) or Mass storage mode (MSC). 4 Tap the Sony Bridge for Mac application. 4 Click Start to start the Backup & Restore application. 5 Tap Backup, then follow the on-screen instructions to - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 126
data between different Android versions, for example, when updating from Android version 4.4 to up data before you do a factory data reset. With this application you can back up , tap . 3 Find and tap Backup & Restore. 4 Tap Manual backup, then select a backup destination and the data types that you - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 127
during the previous 10 days. • Identify installed software and provide useful details about your device. The Xperia™ Diagnostics application is pre-installed on most Android™ devices from Sony. If the Diagnostics option is not available under Settings > About phone, you can download a light version - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 128
earlier software version of Android™ even if you perform a factory data reset. If you forget your screen unlock password, PIN or Sony Mobile's instructions. For more information about the warranty, refer to the Important information, which can be accessed via support.sonymobile.com or the Setup guide - Sony Ericsson Xperia M4 Aqua | User Guide - Page 129
wireless service provider for more information. Legal information Sony E2303/E2306/E2353 This User guide is published by Sony Mobile Communications us/legal/ for more information. This User guide may reference services or applications provided by third parties. Use of such programming or services
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