Instruction Manual

you keep the screen of your device locked. If you rarely lock the screen, you may not see
much improvement in battery performance.
When you use your device for the first time, the estimated standby time may not be accurate
since there is no previous usage history to estimate from.
To view the estimated standby time
1 From your Home screen, tap .
2 Find and tap Settings > Power management.
Using Low battery mode
You can activate the Low battery mode feature to save power when the battery level is
low. This feature helps you to adjust the settings for screen brightness and data traffic so
that you can reduce battery consumption.
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can
adjust the settings for Low battery mode as well as activate or deactivate the feature. Changes
made by the owner affect all other users.
To activate Low battery mode
1 Drag the status bar downwards, then tap .
2 Find and tap Power management.
3 Drag the slider beside Low battery mode to the right.
To deactivate Low battery mode
1 From your Home screen, tap .
2 Find and tap Settings > Power management.
3 Tap next to Low battery mode.
To change the settings for Low battery mode
1 From your Home screen, tap .
2 Find and tap Settings > Power management.
3 To open the settings menu, tap Low battery mode.
4 Adjust the settings as desired.
5 When you're finished, tap .
Using the touchscreen
A protective plastic sheet is already attached to the screen of your device when you buy
it. You should peel off this sheet before using the touchscreen. Otherwise, the
touchscreen might not function properly.
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. You can also set personal locks to protect your
subscription and make sure only you can access content on your device.
The device screen is made from glass. Do not touch the screen if the glass is cracked or
shattered. Avoid trying to repair a damaged screen yourself. Glass screens are sensitive to
drops and mechanical shocks. Cases of negligent care are not covered by the Sony warranty
service.
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• Tap the item.
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