Sony Xperia S User Guide

							To edit an existing alarm
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Alarm & clock .
3 Tap the alarm you want to edit.
4 Tap  Time  and adjust the time by scrolling up and down.
5 Tap  Done .
6 If desired, edit other alarm settings.
7 Tap  Done .
The alarm time format displayed is the same as the format you select for your general time
settings, for example, 12-hour or 24-hour.
To deactivate an alarm
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Alarm & clock .
3 Tap 
 next to the alarm you want to deactivate.
To activate an existing alarm
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Alarm & clock .
3 Tap 
 next to the alarm you want to activate.
To delete an alarm
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Alarm & clock .
3 Touch and hold the alarm you want to delete.
4 Tap  Delete alarm , then tap Yes.
To set the ringtone for an alarm
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Alarm & clock .
3 Tap the alarm you want to edit.
4 Tap  Advanced alarm settings  and unmark the Style settings checkbox.
5 Tap  Alarm sound  and select an option.
6 Tap  Done , then tap  Done.
To set a recurring alarm
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Alarm & clock .
3 Tap the alarm you want to edit.
4 Tap  Repeat .
5 Mark the checkboxes for the desired days, then tap  OK.
6 Tap  Done .
To set the title for an alarm
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Alarm & clock .
3 Tap the alarm you want to edit.
4 Tap  Advanced alarm settings , then tap the Alarm text field and enter a name
for the alarm.
5 Tap  Done .
To activate the vibrate function for an alarm
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Alarm & clock .
3 Tap the alarm you want to edit.
4 Tap  Advanced alarm settings , then mark the Vibrate checkbox.
5 Tap  Done .
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							To set alarms to sound when the device is in silent mode
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 .
2 Find and tap  Alarm & clock , then tap to select an alarm.
3 Tap  Advanced alarm settings , then mark the Alarm in silent mode  checkbox.
4 Tap  Done .
To snooze an alarm when it sounds
• Tap  Snooze - %s min .
To turn off an alarm when it sounds
• Slide 
 to the right.
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							Support and maintenanceUpdating your deviceUpdate your device to the most recent software version to get optimal performance
and the latest enhancements.
You can use the Update center application on your device to run a wireless update or
you can use the PC Companion application on a computer to run an update using a
USB cable connection. If you update wirelessly, then you can use either a mobile
network or a Wi-Fi ®
 network connection. Just make sure you back up and save all
data stored on your device before you update.When you run an update using the Update center application, a data connection is established and related charges may be incurred. Also, the availability of updates over a mobile network
depends on your operator. Contact your network operator for more information.
Updating your device wirelessly
Use the Update center application to update your device wirelessly. You can
download software updates manually, or you can allow Update service to update
your device automatically whenever downloads become available. When the
automatic update feature is activated, a notification appears in the status bar every
time an update becomes available.
To download software updates manually from Update center
1 From your Home screen, tap 
 .
2 Find and tap  Update Center .
3 Select the desired application or system update and tap  Download, or tap
Update all  to download all application updates.
Application updates launch automatically after download. With system updates, wait for your
device to restart, then install the update manually. You may incur data connection charges
when downloading updates over mobile networks.
To activate automatic software updates using the Update Center application
1 From your Home screen, tap 
 .
2 Find and tap  Update Center .
3 Press 
 , then tap  Settings.
4 Mark the  Allow automatic downloads  checkbox, then tap Agree. Updates are
now downloaded automatically as soon as they become available.
You may incur data connection charges when downloading updates over mobile networks.
To install system updates
1 From your Home screen, tap 
 .
2 Find and tap  Update Center .
3 Select a system update you want to install, then tap  Install.
Updating your device using a USB cable connection
Some updates are not available for wireless download. Notifications appear in the
status bar to inform you of such updates. To download and run the updates, you
need a USB cable and a computer running the PC Companion application. You can
install PC Companion on the computer using installation files saved on your device,
or you can download the application directly from  PC Companion.
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							To download the PC Companion application from your device
1 Connect your device to a computer using a USB cable.
2 When prompted, follow the instructions in your device to launch the installation
of PC Companion on the computer.PC Companion can also be downloaded from  PC Companion.
To download software updates using a USB cable connection
1 Install the PC Companion application on the computer you are using, if it is not
already installed.
2 Connect your device to the computer using a USB cable.
3 Computer : Launch the PC Companion application. After a few moments, PC
Companion detects your device and searches for new software for it.
4 Device : When notifications appear in the status bar, follow the on-screen
instructions to carry out the relevant software updates.
To update your device using an Apple® Mac® computer
1 Install Sony™ Bridge for Mac application on the Apple ®
 Mac ®
 computer you
are using, if it is not already installed.
2 Using a USB cable, connect your device to the Apple ®
 Mac ®
 computer.
3 Computer : Launch Sony™ Bridge for Mac application. After a few moments,
Sony™ Bridge for Mac application detects your device and searches for new
software for it.
4 Computer : If a new software update is detected, a popup window appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions to carry out the relevant software updates.
Sony™ Bridge for Mac application is downloadable from  Bridge for mac.
Backup and restore application
Use the Backup and restore application to make backups of content to the internal
storage of your phone or to a USB storage device. Such backups can be used to
restore your content and some settings in cases where your data gets lost or deleted.
Types of content you can back up Use the Backup and restore application to back up the following types of data:
• Bookmarks
• Call log
• Contacts
• Applications downloaded from Google Play™
• Multimedia messages
• System settings (such as alarms, ringer volume, and language settings)
• Text messages
You do not need to back up music files and photos or videos taken with the camera. They are
backed up automatically to the device's internal storage.You may incur additional data transmission charges when you restore applications from
Google Play™.
Preparing to use the Backup and restore application
Before backing up your content, you can select the backup destination and the types
of data that you want to back up.
To select the backup destination
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 .
2 Find and tap  Back up & restore .
3 Tap  Back up .
4 Tap the bar under  Where to store data .
5 Select the destination to which you want to back up your content.
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							To select the data types to back up
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 .
2 Find and tap  Back up & restore .
3 Tap  Back up .
4 Select the data types that you want to back up.
To back up content
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 .
2 Find and tap  Back up & restore .
3 Tap  Back up , then tap  Back up now .
Restoring backed up content using the Backup and restore
application
When you restore backed up content, you must select a backup record to restore
from. If you have backed up content several times, you may have several backup
records. After you select a backup record, you can then select which types of data to
restore.
To restore content from a backup record
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Back up & restore .
3 Tap  Restore .
4 Select the record that you want to restore from, then tap  Restore now.
Remember that any changes you make to your data and settings after you create a backup will
get deleted during a restore procedure.
Managing backup records
You can delete or rename records of the backups that you make using the Backup &
restore function.
To rename a backup record
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Back up & restore .
3 Press 
, then tap  Manage backup records .
4 Select the backup record that you want to rename.
5 Tap 
.
6 Enter a new name and tap  Rename.
To delete backup records
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Back up & restore .
3 Press 
, then tap  Manage backup records .
4 Select the backup record that you want to delete, or tap 
 if you want to delete
all records.
5 Tap 
 > Delete .
Resetting your device About resetting your device
You can reset your device to its original settings, with or without deleting all of your
personal data. It is possible to reset your device to the state it was in before you first
turned it on. But before you perform a reset, make sure to back up any important
data saved on your device.
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							To perform a factory data resetTo avoid permanent damage to your device, do not restart your device while a reset
procedure is underway.
1 From your  Home screen , tap .
2 Find and tap  Settings > Backup & reset .
3 Tap  Factory data reset .
4 If you also want to erase data such as pictures and music, which is saved to
your device's internal storage, mark the  Erase internal storage checkbox.
5 Tap  Reset phone .
6 To confirm, tap  Erase everything .
Locking and protecting your device
IMEI number
Every phone has a unique IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number. You
should keep a copy of this number. If your phone is stolen, your network provider can
use your IMEI number to stop the phone from accessing the network in your country.
To view your IMEI number
• Remove the cover to view your IMEI number.
To view your IMEI number in the phone
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Settings > About phone  > Status .
3 Scroll to  IMEI to view the  IMEI number.
Setting a screen lock
There are several ways to lock the screen on your device. For example, you can use
the Face Unlock feature, which uses a picture of your face to unlock the screen. You
can also set a screen unlock pattern, a number-based PIN lock, or a text-based
password.
It is very important that you remember your screen unlock pattern, PIN or password.
If you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data such as
contacts and messages. Refer to Sony customer support for more information.
To set a screen lock
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 > Settings  > Security  > Screen lock .
2 Select an option.
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							To set up the Face Unlock feature
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 > Settings  > Security  > Screen lock .
2 Tap  Face Unlock , then follow the instructions in your device to capture your
face.
3 After your face is successfully captured, tap  Continue.
4 Select a backup lock method and follow the instructions in the device to
complete the setup.
The Face Unlock feature is less secure than a screen lock pattern, PIN, or password. Someone
who looks similar to you could unlock your device.For best results, capture your face in an indoor area that is well lit but not too bright, and hold
the device at eye level.
To unlock the screen using the Face Unlock feature
1 Activate the screen.
2 Look at your device from the same angle you used to capture your Face
Unlock photo.
If the Face Unlock feature fails to recognise your face, you need to draw the backup pattern or enter the PIN to unlock the screen.
To disable the Face Unlock protection
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 > Settings  > Security  > Screen lock .
2 Draw your backup screen unlock pattern or enter your PIN.
3 Tap  Swipe .
To create a screen unlock pattern
1 From the  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Settings > Security  > Screen lock  > Pattern .
3 Follow the instructions in your device. You are asked to select a security
question that will be used to unlock the device if you forget your screen unlock
pattern.
To unlock the screen using a screen unlock pattern
1 Activate the screen.
2 Draw your screen unlock pattern.
If the unlock pattern you draw on the screen is rejected five times in a row, you can select to
either wait 30 seconds and then try again, or to answer the security question you have
selected.
To change the screen unlock pattern
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
.
2 Find and tap  Settings > Security  > Screen lock .
3 Draw your screen unlock pattern.
4 Tap  Pattern .
5 Follow the instructions in your device.
To disable the screen unlock pattern
1 From your Home screen, tap 
 > Settings  > Security  > Screen lock .
2 Draw the screen unlock pattern.
3 Tap  Swipe .
To create a screen unlock PIN
1 From your Home screen, tap 
 > Settings  > Security  > Screen lock  > PIN .
2 Enter a numeric PIN.
3 If necessary, tap 
 to minimise the keyboard.
4 Tap  Continue .
5 Re-enter and confirm your PIN.
6 If necessary, tap 
 to minimise the keyboard.
7 Tap  OK.
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							To disable the screen unlock PIN
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 > Settings  > Security  > Screen lock .
2 Enter your PIN, then tap  Next.
3 Tap  Swipe .
To create a screen lock password
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 > Settings  > Security  > Screen lock  >
Password .
2 Enter a password.
3 If necessary, tap 
 to minimise the keyboard.
4 Tap  Continue .
5 Re-enter and confirm your password.
6 If necessary, tap 
 to minimise the keyboard.
7 Tap  OK.
To disable the screen unlock password
1 From your  Home screen , tap 
 > Settings  > Security  > Screen lock .
2 Enter your password and tap  Continue.
3 Tap  Swipe .
Finding your device
There are several ways to find and protect your device if you ever lose it. Using the
“my Xperia” service, you can:
• Look for your device on a map.
• Sound an alert which works even if the device is in silent mode.
• Remotely lock the device and display your contact information on it.
• Remotely wipe the internal and external memories on the device as a last resort.
If the “my Xperia” service is activated on your device, all you have to do is go to
myxperia.sonymobile.com  and sign in using your Google™ account. If the service is
not activated, you can activate it manually via the  Settings menu.
The “my Xperia” service may not available in all countries/regions.
To activate the “my Xperia” service manually
1 Drag the status bar downwards, then tap 
.
2 Tap  Xperia™  > MyXperia™  > Activate .
3 Mark the checkbox, then tap  Accept.
Support application
To access the support application
1 From your Application screen, find and tap 
.
2 Find and tap the required support item.
Recycling your device Got an old device lying around the house? Why not recycle it? By doing so, you will
help us reuse its materials and components, and you’ll protect the environment, too!
Find out more about the recycling options in your region at  blogs.sonymobile.com/
about-us/sustainability/commitment/overview/ .
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							Reference
Settings overview
Get to know the settings in your device so that you can personalise them to your own
requirements.Wi-FiTurn Wi-Fi® on or off, scan for available Wi-Fi® networks, or add a Wi-Fi® network.BluetoothTurn Bluetooth™ on or off, search for available Bluetooth™
devices, and make your device visible or invisible to other
Bluetooth™ devices.Data usageTurn the mobile data traffic on or off, and keep track of your data
usage details over a specified period of time.More…Turn Airplane mode on or off, configure settings for VPN and
mobile networks, and enable your device to share its mobile data
connection as a portable Wi-Fi® hotspot, or via USB tethering or
Bluetooth™ tethering. You can also enable or disable the NFC
function.Call settingsManage and configure settings for fixed dialing numbers,
voicemail and Internet calls.SoundConfigure how your device rings, vibrates, or alerts you when
you receive communications. You can also use these settings to set the volume level for music, video, games or other media with
audio, and to make related adjustments.DisplayEnable the screen to switch orientation when you rotate your device. You can also set the brightness, font size, wallpaper and
screen timeout.StorageCheck out the available space on the internal storage.Power
managementTurn the power saving modes on or off. You can also view your
battery status and see how different applications consume
battery power.AppsManage running applications and downloaded applications.Xperia™Access a range of settings tailored to your Xperia device, for
example, USB connection mode and Internet.Location
servicesEnable or disable access to your location information.SecurityProtect your device by setting up different locks and passwords.
You can also allow the installation of applications not from
Google Play™.Language &
inputSelect the device language, adjust text input options and
configure speech settings.Backup & resetBack up your data and reset your device.Setup guideGet help setting up your device.Add accountAdd an account on your device, for example, an email account or a Google™ account.Date & timeSet the time and date, or choose the network-provided values.
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							AccessibilityEnable your installed accessibility services and adjust related
settings.Developer
optionsSet options for application development. For example, you can
display CPU usage on the Home screen or set your device to
enter debug mode when USB connections are active.About phoneView information about your device, such as the model number
and signal strength. You can also update your software to the latest version.
Status and notification icons overview
Status icons
The following status icons may appear on your screen:
Signal strengthNo signalRoamingGPRS is availableEDGE is availableLTE is availableNFC is activated3G is availableSending and downloading GPRS dataSending and downloading EDGE dataSending and downloading 3G dataBattery statusThe battery is chargingGPS is activatedAirplane mode is activatedThe Bluetooth™ function is activatedThe SIM card is not insertedThe microphone is mutedThe speakerphone is onSilent modeVibrate modeAn alarm is setSynchronisation is ongoingProblem with sign-in or synchronisationA  Wi-Fi®  connection is enabled and wireless networks are available120This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.