User guide Xperia™ X F5121
Contents Getting started...............................................................................7 About this User guide........................................................................7 Overview............................................................................................7 Assembly...........................................................................................8 Screen protection..............................................................................
Controlling data usage.....................................................................44 Selecting a SIM card for data traffic................................................45 Selecting mobile networks...............................................................45 Virtual private networks (VPNs)........................................................46 Synchronising data on your device..............................................47 Synchronising with online accounts................................
Adding medical and emergency contact information......................75 Favourites and groups.....................................................................76 Sending contact information............................................................77 Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application...................77 Backing up contacts........................................................................77 Messaging and chat...................................................................
Hiding photos and videos..............................................................107 Album home screen menu.............................................................108 Viewing your photos on a map......................................................109 Videos........................................................................................111 Watching videos in the Video application......................................111 Transferring video content to your device...........................
Restarting and resetting your device.............................................138 Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines............................................140 Limitations to services and features..............................................140 Legal information...........................................................................140 6 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Getting started About this User guide This is the Xperia™ X User guide for the Android™ 6.0 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 on page 133. To check the current software version of your device 1 2 From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android™ version. Overview 7 This is an Internet version of this publication.
1. Headset jack 10. Main loudspeaker 2. NFC™ detection area 11. Charger/USB cable port 3. Front camera lens 12. Main microphone 4. Ear speaker 13. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/GPS antenna area 5. Charging/Notification light 14. Main camera lens 6. Proximity/Light sensor 15. Main camera light 7. Power key/Fingerprint sensor 16. Second microphone 8. Volume/Zoom key 17. Nano SIM/Memory card slot cover 9. Camera key Assembly Your device only supports nano SIM cards.
1 2 3 4 With the screen facing down, open the cover for the nano SIM card and memory card slots. Using your fingernail or a similar object, drag out the nano SIM card holder. Remove the nano SIM card, then re-insert the holder. Close the cover. To remove the memory card 1 2 3 4 Turn off the device and with the screen facing down, open the cover for the nano SIM card and memory card slot. Using a fingernail or other similar object, drag out the holder for the nano SIM card and memory card.
To turn on the device 1 2 3 Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates. Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then tap . Wait a while for the device to start. To turn off the device 1 2 Press and hold down the power key In the options menu, tap Power off. until the options menu opens. It may take a while for the device to shut down. Why do I need a Google™ account? Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by Google™.
To remove a Google™ account 1 2 3 4 5 From your Home screen, tap . Tap Settings > Accounts & services > Account sync > Google. Select the Google™ account that you want to remove. Tap > Remove account. Tap Remove account again to confirm. If you remove your Google™ account, any security features that are linked to your Google™ account will no longer be available. If you are lending your device to someone to use for an extended period, it is recommended that you remove your Google™ account from the device.
Battery notification light status Green The battery is charging and the battery charge level is greater than 90% Red The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 15% Orange The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 90% 12 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Device security Making sure your device is protected You can prevent other people from using your device without your permission. For example, if your device is lost, stolen, or wiped, only someone with your Google™ account or screen lock information can use the device. To make sure that your device is protected, it is important that you set a secure screen lock and add your Google™ account to your device.
• Fingerprint – place your registered finger on the power key to unlock your device 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. If you have set up a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® (EAS) account on your Xperia™ device, the EAS security settings may limit the lock screen type to only a PIN or password.
To enable Fingerprint unlock 1 2 3 4 From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager. Confirm your pattern, PIN or password if needed. Follow the instructions on your device to set up a fingerprint unlock pattern. • To unlock the device using your fingerprint With the lock screen active, place your finger on the power key so that the device can scan your fingerprint and unlock the screen.
To register additional fingerprints 1 2 3 4 From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager. Tap and then place your finger on the power key so that the device can scan your fingerprint and verify your identity. Make sure that you use a finger that you have previously registered in Fingerprint Manager. Follow the on-screen instructions to register an additional fingerprint. To delete a registered fingerprint 1 2 3 From your Home screen, tap .
You have to manually unlock your device when you don't use it for 4 hours and after you restart it. Connecting to trusted Bluetooth® devices You can designate a connected Bluetooth® device as a "trusted" device and keep your Xperia™ device unlocked while it’s connected to it.
To set up trusted places, first make sure that high accuracy location mode or batterysaving location mode is enabled on your device before you add home or custom locations. The exact dimensions of a trusted location are an estimate and may extend beyond the physical walls of your home or other area that you have added as a trusted location. This feature can keep your device unlocked within a radius of up to 80 meters. Also be aware that location signals can be replicated or manipulated.
To edit a custom place 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Make sure location mode is turned on and that you are using either the High accuracy or Battery saving setting. From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places. Select the place that you want to edit. Tap Edit address. To enter another location, tap the magnification glass icon and type the address. Your device searches for the entered location. To use the suggested address, tap the address.
SIM card protection You can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN (Personal Identity Number). When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked to the card is protected against misuse, meaning that you have to enter a PIN every time you start your device. If you enter the PIN incorrectly more times than the maximum number of attempts allowed, your SIM card will become blocked. You then need to enter your PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) and a new PIN.
To rename a SIM card 1 2 3 4 From the Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings. Select a SIM card and enter a new name for it. Tap OK. To select the SIM card that handles data traffic 1 2 3 From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings > SIM card for data traffic. Select the SIM card that you want to use for data traffic, then tap OK. For higher data speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest mobile network, for example, 3G.
If you have a Google™ account, the “Protection by my Xperia” web service can help you locate and secure your device if you ever lose it. If you have activated this service on your device, you can: • • • • Locate your device on a map. Sound an alert even if the device is in Do not disturb mode. Remotely lock the device and make the device display your contact details to anyone who finds it. Remotely clear the internal and external memory of the device as a last resort.
Learning the basics Using the touchscreen Tapping • • • Open or select an item. Mark or unmark a checkbox or option. Enter text using the on-screen keyboard. Touching and holding • • • Move an item. Activate an item-specific menu. Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list. Pinching and spreading • Zoom in or out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you’re taking photos or shooting videos. 23 This is an Internet version of this publication.
Swiping • • Scroll up or down a list. Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes. Flicking • Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling movement by tapping the screen. Locking and unlocking the screen When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens to save battery power and locks automatically. This lock prevents unwanted actions on the touchscreen when you are not using it.
• To lock the screen When the screen is active, briefly press the power key . Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop on a computer screen. Your Home screen can have up to seven panes, which extend beyond the regular screen display width. The number of Home screen panes is represented by a series of dots at the lower part of the Home screen. The highlighted dot shows the pane that you are currently in.
To set a pane as the main Home screen pane 1 2 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. 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 2 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. To browse the panes, flick all the way to the right or left, then tap .
To arrange applications on the Application screen 1 2 When the Application screen is open, tap . Tap Sort apps, then select an option. To add an application shortcut to the Home screen 1 2 On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until it becomes selected, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screen opens. Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release your finger.
• To open a menu in an application While using the application, press . A menu is not available in all applications. Widgets Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Home screen. They also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic weather information directly on your Home screen. But when you tap the widget, the full Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google Play™.
1 Access an application using a shortcut 2 Access a folder containing applications To add an application shortcut to your Home screen 1 2 3 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates and the customisation menu appears. In the customisation menu, tap Apps. Scroll through the list of applications and select an application. The selected application gets added to the Home screen.
To set a theme 1 2 3 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. Tap Themes. Select an option and follow the instructions in your device. When you change a theme, the background also changes in some applications. Battery and power management Your device has an embedded battery. You can keep track of your battery consumption and see how much power applications are using. You can remove apps and activate a number of power saving modes to get more out of your battery.
STAMINA mode Disables Wi-Fi® and mobile data when the screen is turned off, and restricts hardware performance. appears in the status bar when this mode takes effect. Ultra STAMINA mode Limits your device’s functionality to core tasks such as making phone calls and sending SMS messages. appears in the status bar once this mode is activated. If you are using a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the primary user, to activate or deactivate a power saving mode.
To open or close the Notification panel 1 2 To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the Notification panel, drag the panel upwards. • To take action on a notification in the Notification panel Tap the notification. • To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel Place your finger on a notification and flick left or right. • To expand a notification on the Notification panel Drag the notification downwards. Not all notifications are expandable.
Notification display options on the lock screen Show all notification Get all notifications on the lock screen. When you have this setting turned on, keep content in mind that all content (including the content of incoming emails and chats) will be visible on your lock screen unless you designate the relevant apps as Hide sensitive content in the App notifications settings menu.
Roaming Sending and downloading LTE data Sending and downloading GPRS data Sending and downloading EDGE data Sending and downloading 3G data Sending and downloading mobile data A Wi-Fi® connection is enabled and data is being transmitted A Wi-Fi® connection is enabled but there is no Internet connection. This icon also appears when you are trying to connect to a secured Wi-Fi® network. After a successful login, the exclamation mark disappears.
Notification icons New text message or multimedia message Missed call Call on hold Call forwarding is turned on New voicemail message New email message Downloading data Uploading data Mobile data is disabled Perform a basic setup of your device A software update is available System updates are available Downloading system updates Tap to install the downloaded system updates Ultra STAMINA mode is activated Noise cancelling is on Screenshot captured New Hangouts™ chat message Video chat with friends using the
Applications overview Use the Alarm & clock application to set various kinds of alarms. Use your web browser to navigate and view web pages, manage bookmarks, text and images. Use the Calculator application to perform basic calculations. Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage your appointments. Use the camera to take photos and record video clips. Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email addresses and other information related to your contacts.
Use the Support application to access user support on your device. For example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips and tricks. Some applications are not supported or listed by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. 37 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Support and maintenance Support for your device Use the Support application in your device to search a User guide, read troubleshooting guides, and find information about software updates and other product-related information. To access the Support application 1 2 From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap , then select the required support item. For best support available, we recommend connecting to the Internet when using the Support application.
Media Go™ for Microsoft®Windows® The Media Go™ application for Windows® computers helps you transfer photos, videos and music between your device and a computer. To read more about how to use the Media Go™ application, go to http://mediago.sony.com/enu/features. To use the Media Go™ application, you need one of these operating systems: • • • • Microsoft® Windows® 10 Microsoft® Windows® 8 / 8.
To download and install a system update from the Notification panel 1 2 3 4 If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in as the owner. Drag the status bar downwards to open the Notification panel. Scroll down and select the desired system update, then tap Download. When the download is finished, open the Notification panel again if it is closed, then tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
To clear the cache memory for all applications 1 2 3 From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Storage & memory. Tap , then tap Advanced settings > Storage, then find and tap Cached data > OK. When you clear the cache memory, you don't lose any important information or settings. To transfer media files to the memory card 1 2 3 4 5 Make sure you have a memory card inserted into your device. From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Storage & memory > Transfer data.
Backing up data to a computer Use the Xperia™ Companion software to back up data from your device to a PC or an Apple® Mac® computer. These backup applications let you back up the following types of data: • • • • • • Contacts and call logs Messages Calendar Settings Media files such as music and videos Photos and images To back up your data using a computer 1 2 3 4 5 Make sure that the Xperia™ Companion software is installed on the PC or Apple® Mac® computer.
To set up the automatic backup function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storage device is connected to your device using a USB Host adapter. If you are backing up to an SD card, make sure that the SD card is properly inserted into your device. If you are backing up content to an online account, make sure you have signed in to your Google ™ account. From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset.
• • • • Applications Bookmarks Wi-Fi® networks Other settings To back up data to an online account 1 2 3 From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset. Under Google™ Backup & Restore, tap Back up my data and drag the slider to the right. To enable automatic restore when you reinstall an application 1 2 3 From your Home screen, tap . Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset. Under Google™ Backup & Restore, drag the slider beside Automatic restore to the right.
If your device fails to power on or you want to reset your device’s software, you can use Xperia™ Companion to repair your device. For more information on using Xperia™ Companion, see Computer tools on page 132. Your device may fail to restart if the battery level is low. Connect your device to a charger and try restarting again. If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the primary user, to reset your device to its original factory settings.
Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines For information about warranty, SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) and safety guidelines, please read the Important information provided under Settings > About phone > Legal information on your device.
