Sony LT25i manual Getting started, About this User guide, Android what and why?

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Getting started

About this User guide

This is the Xperia™ V 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 check the current software version of your device

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android version.

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 applications and with online services that you use. For example, you can back up your contacts, access your different email accounts and calendars from one place, keep track of your appointments, and engage in social networking.

Android™ devices are constantly evolving. When a new software version is available and your device supports this new software, you can update your device to get new features and the latest improvements.

Your Android™ device is pre-loaded with Google™ services. To get the most out of the provided Google™ services, you should have a Google™ account and sign in to it when you first start your device. You also need to have Internet access to use many of the features in Android™.

New software releases may not be compatible with all devices.

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Contents Xperia Contents Taking photos and recording videos ContactsCalendar 101 Alarm clock Location services and sources Using GPS Google Maps 100Browsing the web 110 Xperia V User guide To check the current software version of your device Getting startedAbout this User guide Android what and why?Phone overview To insert the micro SIM card AssemblyTo insert a memory card To attach the battery cover To insert the batteryTo remove the micro SIM card To turn off the device Turning the device on and offLocking and unlocking the screen To turn on the deviceMicrosoft Exchange ActiveSync account Setup guideAccounts and services Google accountMarking options Using the keysUsing the touchscreen Getting to know your deviceTo zoom ScrollingTo scroll To flick BatteryCharging the battery SensorsTo access the battery usage menu Battery notification light statusImproving battery performance To check the battery levelUsing Low battery mode Using Stamina modeEstimating the standby time of your device Home screen Lock screenWidgets Customisation options Rearranging your Home screenChanging the background of your Home screen Opening and closing applications Accessing and using applicationsTaking a screenshot Application screenRecently used applications window Using small appsApplication menu Status and notificationsRearranging your Application screen To open the Notification panel Checking notifications and ongoing activitiesTo dismiss a notification from the Notification panel On-screen keyboard Accessing settingsSetting your device from the Notification panel Customising quick settings from the Notification panelPhonepad Entering text using voice input Personalising the Xperia keyboard Editing textApplication bar Adjusting the sound settings Adjusting the volumeCustomising your device Date and time Ringtone settingsMemory Screen settingsLanguage settings Airplane modeClearing the application memory Using a headsetMemory card Formatting the memory cardAccess Point Names APNs Internet and messaging settingsControlling data usage Mobile network settingsTo activate automatic network selection To select a network modeData roaming To select another network manuallyTo download an application from Google Play Downloading applicationsDownloading applications from Google Play Downloading applications from other sourcesTo make a call by dialling CallingMaking calls Making calls overviewShowing or hiding your phone number Receiving callsRejecting a call with a message Ongoing calls Using the call logOngoing calls overview Restricting calls Forwarding callsMultiple calls Voicemail Conference callsTo make an emergency call Emergency callsTo make an emergency call while the SIM card is locked Transferring contacts Transferring contacts using a computerTransferring contacts using an online account ContactsTo import contacts from a SIM card To import contacts using Bluetooth technologySearching and viewing contacts Contacts screen overviewAdding and editing contacts Sending contact information Favourites and groupsAvoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application To export all contacts to a memory card Backing up contactsTo link contacts To separate linked contactsTo read a received message Messaging and chatReading and sending messages To create and send a messageOrganising your messages Calling from a message Messaging settingsInstant messaging and video chat To reply to a chat message or join a video call To start an instant message or a video callTo learn more about Hangouts Sending and receiving email messages Setting up emailTo set up an email account To set an email account as your default accountEmail preview pane Organising your email messages To change the inbox check frequency Email account settingsGmail To remove an email account from your deviceTransferring music to your device MusicListening to music To find song-related information online To adjust the audio volumeWalkman home screen To play a songPlaylists Sharing music on Facebook Sharing musicVisualiser Enhancing the soundRecognising music with TrackID To buy a track recognised by the TrackID application To identify music using TrackID technologyTo view TrackID charts To view TrackID charts from another regionTo move between radio channels FM radioListening to the radio To listen to the FM radioFavourite radio channels Sound settingsTaking photos and recording videos CameraQuick launch General camera settingsCapturing mode settings overview Adding the geographical position to your photosStill camera settings Focus mode Self-timerFlash MeteringImage stabiliser PreviewVideo camera settings overview Video resolution Video camera settingsTo adjust the video camera settings Microphone Viewing photos and videos AlbumSharing and managing photos and videos Analysing photos with faces in Album Editing photos with the Photo editor applicationTo apply special effects to a photo To improve a photo using advanced settingsTo adjust the light settings for a photo Photo albumsTo Like a photo or video on Facebook To view photos from online services in AlbumTo view and add comments to online album content Viewing your photos on a mapTo change the geotag of a photo To add a geotag to a photoTo view geotagged photos on a map To view geotagged photos on a globeTo play a video in Movies MoviesWatching videos in the Movies application Overview of MoviesManaging video content Transferring video content to your deviceTo browse with Google Chrome Web browserBrowsing the web Web browser overviewBefore using Wi-Fi Connecting to wireless networksConnectivity Sharing your mobile data connection Advanced Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi network statusWi-Fi sleep policy Wi-Fi DirectTo rename or secure your portable hotspot To share your data connection using a USB cableTo use your device as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot Virtual private networks VPNsPlaying files from Dlna Certified devices on your device Sharing content with Dlna Certified devicesTo stop sharing files with other Dlna Certified devices To set access permissions for a pending deviceTo change the access level of a registered device Playing files on a Digital Media Renderer deviceTo play a music track from your device on a DMR device To view photos or videos from your device on a DMR deviceTo turn on the NFC function To share a music file with another device using NFC To share a contact with another device using NFCNFC detection area Connecting to an NFC compatible device Bluetooth wireless technologyScanning NFC tags To give your device a name Pairing with another Bluetooth deviceTo pair your device with another Bluetooth device Naming your deviceSending and receiving items using Bluetooth technology Transferring and handling content using a USB cable Connecting your device to a computerTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi To disconnect from connected device MR2 PC CompanionTo remove from the paired host MR2 Sony Bridge for Mac Media GoScreen mirroring Connecting your device to a TV set using a cableTo transfer content using Sony Bridge for Mac To view help about using the TV remote controlManaging devices Smart ConnectTo adjust the settings for a connected accessory To pair and connect an accessorySynchronising with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Synchronising with Google servicesSynchronising data on your device About synchronising data on your deviceSynchronising with Facebook Page Getting the best performance Location services and sourcesUsing GPS Maps and locationsTo learn more about Google Maps Google MapsViewing your friends’ locations with Google Latitude To use Google MapsCalendar Calendar and alarm clockAlarm clock About the alarm clockTo activate an existing alarm To set a new alarmTo edit an existing alarm To deactivate an alarmTo turn off an alarm when it sounds To activate the vibrate function for an alarmTo set alarms to sound when the device is in silent mode To snooze an alarm when it soundsUpdating your device Support and maintenanceUpdating your device wirelessly Updating your device using a USB cable connectionTypes of content you can back up Backup and restore applicationPreparing to use the Backup and restore application Managing backup records Resetting your deviceLocking and protecting your device Setting a screen lockImei number To disable the screen unlock PIN To disable the Face Unlock featureTo unlock the screen using a screen unlock pattern To disable the screen unlock patternSupport application Finding your deviceRecycling your device 110 ReferenceStatus and notification icons overview Status iconsNotification icons Application overview111 112 Water resistance Limitations to services and featuresImportant information Important information leaflet114 Legal informationIP Ingress Protection rating SonyLT25i115