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User guide
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Xperia ZL
C6502/C6503/C6506
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Contents Xperia™ ZL User guide..................................................................6 Getting started...............................................................................7 Android™ – what and why?...............................................................7 Device overview.................................................................................7 Assembly...........................................................................................9 Turning the device
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Conference calls..............................................................................43 Forwarding calls...............................................................................44 Restricting calls................................................................................44 Contacts ......................................................................................45 Transferring contacts using a computer..........................................45 Synchronising contacts w
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Camera.........................................................................................70 About the camera............................................................................70 Using the still camera......................................................................70 Face detection.................................................................................71 Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces..............................71 Adding the geographical position to
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Using Google Maps™ to get directions.........................................116 Calendar and alarm clock..........................................................117 Calendar.........................................................................................117 Alarm clock....................................................................................117 Support and maintenance..........................................................120 Updating your device............................
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Xperia™ ZL User guide 6 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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Getting started Android™ – what and why? Your Xperia™ from Sony runs on the Android platform. Android devices can perform many of the same functions as a computer and you can customise them to your own needs. For example, you can add and delete applications, or enhance existing applications to improve functionality. On Google Play™ you can download a range of applications and games from a constantly growing collection. You can also integrate applications on your Android™ device with other applic
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9 Main microphone 10 Notification light 11 Touchscreen 12 Headset connector 13 Second microphone 14 Speaker 15 Port for charger/USB cable 16 Camera lens 17 Camera light 18 Strap hole 19 SIM and memory card cover 8 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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Assembly To remove the SIM and memory card cover • Insert the tip of your finger firmly into the opening between the SIM and memory card cover and the bottom of the phone, then lift up the cover. Do not use sharp objects that may damage parts of the phone. 9 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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To insert the memory card and the micro SIM card 1 Remove the cover for the memory card and the micro SIM card. 2 Insert the memory card and the micro SIM card into the relevant slots. The memory card may not be included at purchase in all markets. To remove the micro SIM card 1 Turn off your phone. 2 Remove the SIM and memory card cover. 3 Push the micro SIM card inwards, then release it and draw it out of its slot. To remove the memory card • Turn off the phone. 10 This is an Internet version
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To attach the SIM and memory card cover 1 Place the SIM and memory card cover over the back of the phone so that the top edge of the cover fits into the groove between the SIM and memory card slots and the back of the phone. 2 Press down firmly on both sides of the SIM and memory card cover to reattach it. Turning the device on and off To turn on the device Make sure that the battery is charged for at least 30 minutes before you turn on the device for the first time. 11 This is an Internet versi
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1 Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates. 2 If your screen goes dark, briefly press the power key to activate the screen. 3 To unlock the screen, swipe up or down on the screen. 4 Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then select OK. 5 Wait a while for the device to start. Your SIM card PIN is initially supplied by your network operator, but you can change it later from the Settings menu. To correct a mistake made while entering your SIM card PIN, tap . To turn off the d
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To activate the screen • Briefly press the power key . To unlock the screen • Swipe up or down on the lower part of the screen. To lock the screen manually • When the screen is active, briefly press the power key . Setup guide The first time you start your device, a setup guide opens to help you configure basic settings, sign in to some accounts, and personalise your device. For example, if you have a Sony Entertainment Network account, you can sign in to it and start enjoying music, videos and
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Getting to know your device Using the keys Back • Go back to the previous screen • Close the on-screen keypad, a dialog box, an options menu, the Notification panel, or an application Home • Go to the Home screen Task • Tap to open a window showing your most recently used applications and a small apps bar Using the touchscreen A protective plastic sheet is already attached to the screen of your device when you buy it. You should peel off this sheet before using the touchscreen. Otherwise, the to
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To zoom • Place two fingers on the screen at once and pinch them together (to zoom out) 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. If you, for example, want to zoom in on a photo, make sure that both fingers are within the photo frame 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 no
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To flick • To scroll more quickly, flick your finger in the direction you want to go on the screen. You can wait for the scrolling movement to stop by itself, or you can stop it immediately by tapping the screen. Sensors Your device has sensors that detect both light and proximity. The light sensor detects the ambient light level and adjusts the brightness of the screen accordingly. The proximity sensor turns the touch screen off during voice calls when your ear is close to the screen. This prev
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To charge your device 1 Plug the charger into a power outlet. 2 Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a computer). 3 Plug the other end of the cable into the micro USB port on your device, with the USB symbol facing up. The notification light lights up when charging starts. 4 When the notification light is green, the device is fully charged. Disconnect the USB cable from your device by pulling it straight outwards. Make sure not to bend the connector when removi
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• Lower the screen display brightness level. • Turn off your device or activate the Airplane mode setting if you are in an area with no network coverage. Otherwise, your device repeatedly scans for available networks, and this consumes power. • Use a Sony™ original handsfree device to listen to music. Handsfree devices demand less battery power than your device's own loudspeakers. • Keep your device in standby mode whenever possible. Standby time refers to the time during which your device is co
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To activate Low battery mode 1 Drag the status bar downwards, then tap . 2 Find and tap Power management. 3 Drag the slider beside Low battery mode to the right. To deactivate Low battery mode 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Power management. 3 Tap next to Low battery mode. To change the settings for Low battery mode 1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Power management. 3 To open the settings menu, tap Low battery mode. 4 Adjust the settings as des
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The items in the bar at the bottom of the screen are always available for quick access. To go to the Home screen • Press . To browse the Home screen • Flick right or left. To set a pane as the main Home screen pane 1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. 2 Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Home screen pane, then tap . To add a pane to your Home screen 1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the devic
