Sony SGP 512, SGP511

Use the Walkman® application to organise and play music, audio books and

podcasts.

View news stories and weather forecasts.

Use the Video Unlimited application to rent or purchase videos.

Optimise settings to suit your own requirements.

Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends online.

Identify music tracks that you hear playing in your surroundings, and get

artist, album and other info.

Use YouTube™ to share and view videos from around the 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 or listed by all networks and/or service providers in all

areas.

Contents

Main Contents Getting started...............................................................................6 Learning the basics......................................................................11 Downloading applications............................................................22 Internet and networks..................................................................23 Typing text...................................................................................35 Contacts.......................................................................................38 Email.............................................................................................43 Music............................................................................................47 FM radio.......................................................................................53 Photos and videos in Album........................................................67 Videos..........................................................................................73 Connectivity.................................................................................76 Smart apps and features that save you time...............................86 Travel and maps...........................................................................88 Page Getting started About this User guide Updating your device Overview Assembly Starting your device for the first time Why do I need a Google account? www.sonymobile.com/support Battery and power management Charging your device Battery notification light status Multiple user accounts Using multiple user accounts Different behaviours for settings Learning the basics Using the touchscreen Swiping Flicking Screen lock Locking and unlocking the screen Home screen Home screen panes Application screen Navigating applications Small apps Widgets Shortcuts and folders Background and themes Taking a screenshot Status and notifications Notification light Icons in the status bar Status icons Notification icons Application overview Page Downloading applications Downloading applications from Google Play Downloading applications from other sources Internet and networks Browsing the web Wi-Fi Increasing Wi-Fi signal strength Wi-Fi settings Virtual private networks (VPNs) Page Synchronising data on your device Synchronising with online accounts Synchronising with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Synchronising with Outlook using a computer Contacts Sync Contacts Calendar Calendar Sync Basic settings Accessing settings Sound volume Screen settings Screen lock Page Language settings Personalising the Xperia keyboard Date and time X-Reality for mobile Super-vivid mode Enhancing the sound output High-resolution audio Noise cancellation Typing text On-screen keyboard Entering text using voice input Editing text Application bar Personalising the Xperia keyboard Contacts Transferring contacts Contacts Setup Xperia Transfer Sony Bridge for Mac Searching and viewing contacts Adding and editing contacts Favourites and groups Sending contact information Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application Backing up contacts Page Email Setting up email Sending and receiving email messages Email preview pane Organising your email messages Email account settings Gmail Music Transferring music to your device Managing files using a computer Listening to music Walkman home screen menu Playlists Sharing music Sharing music on Facebook Enhancing the sound Visualiser Recognising music with TrackID Music Unlimited online service www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com FM radio Listening to the radio Favourite radio channels Sound settings Camera Taking photos and recording videos To use the zoom function Face detection Using Smile Shutter to capture smiling faces Adding the geographical position to your photos General camera settings Capturing mode settings overview Superior auto Manual mode AR effect Creative effect Sweep Panorama Page Touch Block White balance Still camera settings Still camera settings overview Resolution Self-timer Smile Shutter Focus mode HDR ISO Metering Image stabiliser Preview You can choose to preview photos or videos just after you shoot them. Face registration Video camera settings Video camera settings overview Video resolution Self-timer Smile Shutter(video) Focus mode HDR video Metering SteadyShot Microphone Preview Scene selection Page Photos and videos in Album Viewing photos and videos Sharing and managing photos and videos Analysing photos with faces in Album Editing photos with the Photo editor application Album home screen menu Viewing your photos on a map Adding the geographical position to your photos Page Videos Watching videos in the Movies application Transferring video content to your device Managing files using a computer Managing video content Video Unlimited service Page Connectivity Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable Mirroring the screen of another Xperia device wirelessly on your device Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV Sharing content with DLNA Certified devices Playing files from DLNA Certified devices on your device Playing files from your device on DLNA Certified devices Playing files on a Digital Media Renderer device Connecting your device to USB mass storage devices Playing games on a TV using a DUALSHOCK3/ DUALSHOCK4 wireless controller NFC Scanning NFC tags Connecting to an NFC compatible device Bluetooth wireless technology Naming your device Pairing with another Bluetooth device Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technology One-touch setup Smart apps and features that save you time Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect Managing devices Using your device as a wallet NFC Travel and maps Using location services Improving GPS accuracy Google Maps and navigation Using your device with a car infotainment system Airplane mode Calendar and alarm clock Calendar Alarm and clock Page Support and maintenance Support for your device Help in menus and applications Help us improve our software Computer tools Updating your device Updating your device wirelessly Updating your device using a computer Finding a lost device Battery and power management Power saving modes STAMINA mode feature overview Memory and storage Improving memory performance Managing files using a computer www.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/bridge-for-mac Transferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi Network configuration Backing up and restoring content Backing up data to a computer Backup & Restore Backing up data with the Backup & Restore application Restarting and resetting Using your device in wet and dusty conditions www.sonymobile.com/global-en/ legal/testresults/ Important information IP (Ingress Protection) rating Recycling your device www.sonymobile.com/recycle Limitations to services and features Legal information SonySGP511/SGP512 This is an Internet version of this publication. 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