Sony SGP521 manual Travel and maps, Using location services, Google Maps and navigation

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Travel and maps

Using location services

Location services allow applications such as Maps and the camera to use information from mobile and Wi-Fi® networks as well as Global Positioning System (GPS) information to determine your approximate location. If you're not within a clear line of sight to GPS satellites, your device can determine your location using the Wi-Fi® function. And if you're not within range of a Wi-Fi® network, your device can determine your location using your mobile network.

In order to use your device to find out where you are, you need to enable location services.

To enable location services

1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Location.

3Drag the slider beside Location to the right.

4 Tap Agree to confirm.

When you enable location services, both GPS satellites and Google's location service get enabled by default. You can disable either option manually.

To allow Google apps to access your location

1Make sure you are signed in to your Google™ account from your device.

2 From your Home screen, tap .

3Find and tap Settings > Google > Location.

4 Drag the slider beside Location to the right.

5 Tap Agree to confirm.

Improving GPS accuracy

The first time you use the GPS function in your device, it can take 5 to 10 minutes for your location to be found. To help the search, make sure you have a clear view of the sky. Stand still and don't cover the GPS antenna (the highlighted area in the image).

GPS signals can pass through clouds and plastic, but not through most solid objects such as buildings and mountains. If your location isn't found after a few minutes, move to another location.

Google Maps™ and navigation

Use Google Maps™ to track your current location, view real-time traffic situations and receive detailed directions to your destination.

When you view a map, you use data traffic to get an Internet connection, and data is transferred to your device. So it's a good idea to save a map and make it available offline before you take a trip. This way, you can avoid high roaming costs.

The Google Maps™ application requires the use of an Internet connection when used online. You may incur data connection charges when you connect to the Internet from your device.

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Contents Xperia Z2 Tablet Contents Typing text FM radio Calendar 109 Alarm and clock 110 Bluetooth wireless technology One-touch setup 101Getting started Find and tap Settings About tablet Android versionAbout this User guide OverviewTo insert the micro SIM card AssemblyTo remove the micro SIM card To insert a memory cardTo remove the memory card Starting your device for the first time Why do I need a Google account?To turn on the device To turn off the deviceTo set up a Google account on your device Battery notification light statusFind and tap Settings Add account Google Charging your deviceLearning the basics Using the touchscreenTapping Touching and holdingSwiping Locking and unlocking the screenFlicking To activate the screenHome screen panes Home screenTap Search apps Application screenSmall apps Navigating applicationsWidgets Shortcuts and folders Background and themes Find and tap Settings Personalization Lock screenTaking a screenshot Status and notificationsNotification light Icons in the status barStatus icons To dismiss a notification from the Notification panelFind and tap Settings Personalization Status bar icons Notification iconsTo manage status bar icons Find and tap Settings Personalization Manage notifications Application overviewTo manage notifications Page Downloading applications Find and tap Settings SecurityDownloading applications from Google Play Downloading applications from other sourcesFind and tap Settings More… Internet settings Internet and MMS settingsFind and tap Settings More… Mobile networks Internet and networksWi-Fi Wi-Fi settings Increasing Wi-Fi signal strengthTo add a Wi-Fi network manually To enable Wi-Fi network notificationsTap Advanced Tap Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep To add a Wi-Fi sleep policyTo share your data connection using a USB cable Find and tap Settings More… Tethering & portable hotspotTo use your device as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot Tethering with Xperia LinkTo rename or secure your portable hotspot Controlling data usage Find and tap Settings Data usageSelecting mobile networks Mark the Restrict background data checkboxTap Connect Virtual private networks VPNsSynchronising data on your device Synchronising with online accountsSynchronising with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Tap Settings Add account Exchange ActiveSync Synchronising with Outlook using a computerTo synchronise with your Outlook calendar using a computer Basic settings Accessing settingsSound, ringtone and volume Find and tap Settings Sound Notification sound Find and tap Settings Sound Phone ringtoneFind and tap Settings Security Set up SIM card lock SIM card protectionFind and tap Settings Display Brightness Screen settingsFind and tap Settings Display Sleep Find and tap Settings Security Screen lockTap Screen lock Bluetooth unlock Find and tap Settings Security Screen lock PatternTap Continue Date and time Language settingsHigh-resolution audio Super-vivid modeReality for mobile Enhancing the sound outputTo play high-resolution audio using a headset only Noise cancellationTo play high-resolution audio via the micro USB port To use a noise cancelling headsetOn-screen keyboard Typing textTap , then tap Keyboard settings Entering text using voice inputEditing text Application barPersonalising the Xperia keyboard Calling To make a call using smart dialMaking calls To make a call by diallingUsing the answering machine Receiving callsShowing or hiding your phone number Find and tap Settings Call Reject call with message Find and tap Settings Call Answering Machine MessagesOngoing calls Rejecting a call with a text messageUsing the call log Forwarding callsRestricting calls Find and tap Settings Call Additional settings Multiple callsTap Fixed dialing numbers Change PIN2 Conference calls VoicemailEmergency calls To make an emergency call while the SIM card is locked Transferring contacts using an online account Transferring contacts using a computerContacts Transferring contactsSearching and viewing contacts To import contacts using Bluetooth technologyTo import contacts from a SIM card Tap , then tap Import contacts SIM cardTap Set ringtone Adding and editing contactsFavourites and groups Sending contact informationAvoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application Tap Unlink contact Unlink Backing up contactsPress , then tap Export contacts SD card Press , then tap Export contacts SIM cardReading and sending messages Messaging and chatTo create and send a message To read a received messageOrganising your messages DeleteTap , then tap Delete conversations Tap , then tap Settings Notification settings Messaging settingsCalling from a message Instant messaging and video chatSetting up email Tap , then tap Settings Add accountSending and receiving email messages Email preview pane Tap , then tap Settings Split view Email account settingsOrganising your email messages Tap Delete account OKTo change the inbox check frequency GmailTap Check frequency Check frequency and select an option Tap Out of officeMusic Transferring music to your deviceListening to music To adjust the audio volume To play a song using the Walkman applicationWalkman home screen menu To find song-related information onlinePlaylists Sharing music Enhancing the soundSharing music on Facebook Visualiser Recognising music with TrackIDTap Visualizer Music Unlimited online service Listening to the radio FM radioTo listen to the FM radio To move between radio channelsTap Enable stereo sound Sound settingsFavourite radio channels Tap Play in speakerTaking photos and recording videos CameraTap Focus mode Face detection Using Smile Shutter to capture smiling facesFace detection To use the zoom functionCapturing mode settings overview General camera settingsTap Settings Location Adding the geographical position to your photosSuperior auto Manual modeAR effect Creative effectMulti camera mode Background defocus modeFace Downloading camera applicationsStill camera settings overview Resolution Still camera settingsTo adjust the still camera settings Touch BlockSelf-timer Focus modeSmile Shutter Image stabiliser MeteringPreview Face registrationVideo camera settings To adjust the video camera settingsScene selection Video camera settings overview Video resolution Smile ShuttervideoHDR video Microphone SteadyShotNight Photos and videos in Album Viewing photos and videosSensMe slideshow Tap Movies Just once Sharing and managing photos and videosUse as Contact picture Use as WallpaperEditing photos with the Photo editor application Analysing photos with faces in AlbumTap Add name Tap Apply Crop Album home screen menuTo view and add comments to online album content To view photos from online services in AlbumViewing your photos on a map To Like a photo or video on FacebookTo view geotagged photos on a map To add a geotag to a photoTo view geotagged photos on a globe To change the geotag of a photoWatching videos in the Movies application VideosTransferring video content to your device Managing video contentVideo Unlimited service To get started with Video Unlimited Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable ConnectivityTap MHL connected Sharing content with Dlna Certified devices Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TVFind and tap Settings Xperia Connectivity Screen mirroring Playing files from Dlna Certified devices on your devicePlaying files from your device on Dlna Certified devices To change the access level of a registered device Connecting your device to USB mass storage devicesPlaying files on a Digital Media Renderer device To view photos or videos from your device on a DMR deviceTo disconnect a USB mass storage device Find and tap Settings Storage Unmount USB storageTo turn on the NFC function To share a contact with another device using NFCTo share a photo or video with another device using NFC To share a music file with another device using NFCTo share a web address with another device using NFC Scanning NFC tagsConnecting to an NFC compatible device Bluetooth wireless technologyFind and tap Settings Bluetooth Naming your devicePairing with another Bluetooth device Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technologyTap Unpair Select Bluetooth One-touch setupControlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect Smart apps and features that save you timeTo create a Smart Connect event 102Using your device as a wallet Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+Managing devices Delete event104 To manage payment servicesTravel and maps Using location servicesGoogle Maps and navigation Improving GPS accuracyUsing data traffic when travelling Airplane mode Using your device with a car infotainment system108 To turn on Airplane modeCalendar and alarm clock CalendarTap New event Tap , then tap Settings Calendar view settings Alarm and clockTap Repeat Tap SnoozeSupport and maintenance Support for your deviceComputer tools Updating your device Media Go for Microsoft WindowsSony Bridge for Mac Updating your device using a computer Updating your device wirelesslyFind and tap Settings Security my Xperia Activate Finding a lost deviceImei number Power saving modes Battery and power managementFind and tap Settings Power management Battery usage Find and tap Settings Power managementStamina mode feature overview Memory and storageImproving memory performance Find and tap Settings Apps Running Managing files using a computerFind and tap Settings Storage Transfer data to SD card Tap Cached data OKTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi Backing up and restoring contentFind and tap Settings Xperia Connectivity USB Connectivity Tap DisconnectTo back up your data using a computer Backing up data with the Backup & Restore applicationTo restore your data using a computer Backing up data to a computerFind and tap Backup & Restore Restarting and resettingFind and tap Backup & Restore Tap Restore Tap Back up nowTo perform a factory data reset Using your device in wet and dusty conditionsFind and tap Settings Backup & reset Factory data reset Tap Reset tabletRecycling your device Limitations to services and features IP Ingress Protection rating123 Legal information SonySGP521124
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SGP521 specifications

The Sony SGP521, more commonly known as the Sony Xperia Tablet Z, is a notable entry in the realm of tablets, representing a blend of cutting-edge technology, sleek design, and impressive functionality. Launched in early 2013, it quickly gained attention for its appealing balance of performance and portability.

One of the standout features of the Xperia Tablet Z is its ultra-slim profile. With a thickness of just 6.9 mm, it was one of the thinnest tablets on the market when it was released. Weighing only 495 grams, it is lightweight and easily portable, making it a convenient option for users who are always on the go. This sleek design is complemented by a glass front and back, giving it a premium feel that aligns with the high standards of the Sony brand.

The display of the Xperia Tablet Z is equally impressive, boasting a 10.1-inch Full HD TFT screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels. The TRILUMINOS technology enhances color reproduction, while the X-Reality engine offers upscaled images, ensuring that videos and images appear crisp and vibrant. This makes it an excellent choice for media consumption, gaming, and web browsing.

Performance-wise, the Sony SGP521 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor, featuring a quad-core CPU that can handle multitasking with ease. Coupled with 2 GB of RAM, it provides a smooth user experience, whether running demanding applications or switching between tasks.

In terms of connectivity, the Xperia Tablet Z supports various options, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC (Near Field Communication), allowing for easy pairing with other devices and sharing data seamlessly. The device also boasts a 6000 mAh battery, ensuring sufficient power for long periods of use.

The Xperia Tablet Z is not just about hardware; it also features an 8.1-megapixel rear camera, complemented by a 2.2-megapixel front-facing camera for video calls and selfies. The rear camera is capable of capturing high-quality images and videos, making it a versatile tool for photography enthusiasts.

Finally, another key characteristic of the Sony SGP521 is its durability. The tablet is IP55 and IP57 certified, making it resistant to dust and water. This resilience allows users to use the device in a variety of environments without concern.

In sum, the Sony SGP521 combines a stunning display, powerful performance, and an elegant design all while offering features tailored for modern users. Its innovative technologies and robust characteristics make it a viable choice in the competitive tablet market.
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