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Sony Xperia Z3 D6603 User Manual

Sony Xperia Z3 D6603
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User guide
Xperia
Z3
D6603/D6653

Table of Contents

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Sony Xperia Z3 D6603 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display TypeIPS LCD
Display Size5.2 inches
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801
CPUQuad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
RAM3 GB
Internal Storage16 GB
Main Camera20.7 MP
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Main Camera Video4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR
Front Camera2.2 MP
Front Camera Video1080p@30fps
Dimensions146 x 72 x 7.3 mm
Weight152 g
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame
SIMNano-SIM
IP CertificationIP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm JackYes
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
GPSYes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
NFCYes
RadioFM radio, RDS
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
ColorsBlack, White, Copper, Silver Green
Memory Card SlotmicroSDXC
BatteryNon-removable Li-Ion 3100 mAh
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), USB On-The-Go

Summary

Getting started

About this User guide

Provides information about the user guide and software version.

Overview

Identifies device components and their functions.

Assembly

Instructions for inserting SIM and memory cards.

Starting your device for the first time

Guide to initial device setup and configuration.

Why do I need a Google™ account?

Explains benefits and requirements of a Google account.

Charging your device

How to connect and charge the device's battery.

Multiple user accounts

Explanation of user account types and management.

Learning the basics

Using the touchscreen

Details on touch gestures like tapping and holding.

Locking and unlocking the screen

How to activate and deactivate the screen lock.

Home screen

Overview of the home screen and its panes.

Application screen

Navigating and managing installed applications.

Navigating applications

How to switch between and manage open apps.

Small apps

Using miniature apps for multitasking.

Widgets

Adding and managing widgets on the home screen.

Shortcuts and folders

Organizing apps using shortcuts and folders.

Background and themes

Customizing the home screen appearance.

Taking a screenshot

Capturing still images of the device screen.

Recording your screen

Capturing video of the device screen activity.

Notifications

Managing and viewing alerts and system messages.

Icons in the status bar

Explains the meaning of status bar icons.

Application overview

Lists and briefly describes available applications.

Downloading applications

Downloading applications from Google Play™

Steps to download apps from the Google Play Store.

Downloading applications from other sources

Instructions for installing apps from non-Google sources.

Internet and networks

Browsing the web

Using the Google Chrome browser for web access.

Internet and MMS settings

Configuring network settings for internet and MMS.

Wi-Fi®

Connecting to and managing Wi-Fi networks.

Sharing your mobile data connection

How to share device internet via USB, Bluetooth, or hotspot.

Controlling data usage

Monitoring and managing mobile data consumption.

Selecting mobile networks

Manual and automatic selection of mobile network modes.

Virtual private networks (VPNs)

Setting up and connecting to VPNs for secure access.

Synchronising data on your device

Synchronising with online accounts

Syncing contacts, email, and calendar with online services.

Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®

Setting up corporate email and data sync.

Synchronising with Outlook® using a computer

Syncing device data with Outlook via PC Companion/Sony Bridge.

Basic settings

Accessing settings

View and change device settings via the Settings menu.

Sound, ringtone and volume

Adjusting audio levels for calls, notifications, and media.

Managing notifications

Configuring interruption and alert settings.

SIM card protection

Setting up and managing PIN for SIM card security.

Screen settings

Adjusting display brightness and other screen properties.

Language settings

Selecting device language and text input language.

Date and time

Manually setting the device's date and time.

Typing text

On-screen keyboard

Using the virtual keyboard for text input.

Entering text using voice input

Using voice commands to type text.

Editing text

Selecting, cutting, copying, and pasting text.

Personalising the on-screen keyboard

Customizing keyboard layout, languages, and suggestions.

Calling

Making calls

Methods for initiating phone calls.

Receiving calls

Handling incoming calls.

Voicemail

Managing voice messages.

Emergency calls

Making emergency calls.

Contacts

Transferring contacts

Methods to transfer contacts to the device.

Searching and viewing contacts

Finding and reviewing contact information.

Adding and editing contacts

Creating and modifying contact entries.

Favourites and groups

Organizing contacts for quick access.

Sending contact information

Sharing contact details.

Messaging and chat

Reading and sending messages

Managing text and multimedia messages.

Organising your messages

Deleting, starring, and searching messages.

Messaging settings

Configuring message notification and delivery settings.

Instant messaging and video chat

Using Hangouts for real-time communication.

Email

Setting up email

Configuring email accounts for sending/receiving.

Sending and receiving email messages

Managing email inbox and messages.

Email account settings

Managing account settings and auto-replies.

Gmail™

Using the Gmail application for email.

Music

Transferring music to your device

Methods to get music files onto the device.

Listening to music

Using the Music app to play audio.

Music home screen menu

Navigating the music library and playlists.

Playlists

Creating and managing custom music playlists.

Sharing music

Sharing music tracks via various applications.

Enhancing the sound

Adjusting audio settings like Equaliser and Surround sound.

Visualiser

Applying visual effects to music playback.

Recognising music with TrackID™

Identifying songs using the TrackID service.

FM radio

Listening to the radio

Using the device's built-in FM radio.

Favourite radio channels

Saving and listening to preferred radio stations.

Sound settings

Adjusting mono/stereo sound and radio region.

Camera

Taking photos and recording videos

Basic camera operations for photos and videos.

Face detection

Automatically focusing on detected faces.

Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces

Automatically taking photos when a smile is detected.

Adding the geographical position to your photos

Enabling geotagging to tag photos with location.

General camera settings

Overview of various camera settings.

Capturing mode settings overview

Description of different shooting modes.

Video camera settings overview

Settings for video recording.

Video resolution

Adjusting video quality and frame rate.

Self-timer

Using the self-timer for photos and videos.

Smile Shutter™(video)

Using Smile Shutter for video recording.

Focus mode

Controlling the camera's focus area.

HDR video

Recording videos with High Dynamic Range.

Metering

Adjusting exposure based on lighting conditions.

SteadyShot™

Stabilizing video recordings.

Microphone

Selecting microphone settings for videos.

Preview

Choosing video preview options after shooting.

Flash

Using the flash for video recording.

Scene selection

Quickly setting camera for common video situations.

Photos and videos in Album

Viewing photos and videos

Browsing and viewing media files in the Album app.

Sharing and managing photos and videos

Sharing, editing, and organizing media files.

Analysing photos with faces in Album

Grouping photos based on recognized faces.

Editing photos with the Photo editor application

Applying edits and effects to photos.

Hiding photos and videos

Making media files invisible in the main Album view.

Album home screen menu

Navigating the Album application's main menu.

Viewing your photos on a map

Viewing geotagged photos on a map interface.

Videos

Watching videos in the Video application

Playing movies and video content.

Managing video content

Getting movie info, clearing data, and deleting videos.

Movie Creator

Automatically creating short videos from photos and clips.

Video Unlimited service

Accessing movies and TV shows via Sony service.

Connectivity

Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable

Displaying device screen on TV via MHL or HDMI.

Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV

Using Screen mirroring via Wi-Fi Direct.

Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices

Sharing media content across DLNA devices.

Playing files from DLNA Certified™ devices on your device

Accessing media from other DLNA devices.

NFC

Using Near Field Communication for data sharing.

Bluetooth® wireless technology

Sending files and connecting accessories via Bluetooth.

One-touch setup

Automating setup for wireless features via NFC.

Smart apps and features that save you time

Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect™

Managing accessories and automating actions.

Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™

Connecting with health and fitness devices.

Using your device as a wallet

Making payments using NFC.

Travel and maps

Using location services

Enabling and managing device location services.

Improving GPS accuracy

Tips for optimizing GPS performance.

Google Maps™ and navigation

Using maps for location tracking and directions.

Using data traffic when travelling

Activating data roaming for internet access abroad.

Using your device with a car infotainment system

Connecting to car systems via MirrorLink.

Airplane mode

To turn on Airplane mode

Disabling network radios for flights.

Calendar and alarm clock

Calendar

Managing schedules and appointments.

Alarm and clock

To set a new alarm

Creating and configuring a new alarm.

To set a recurring alarm

Setting alarms to repeat on specific days.

Support and maintenance

Support for your device

Accessing help, troubleshooting, and software updates.

Computer tools

Using PC Companion/Sony Bridge for device management.

Updating your device

Installing software updates wirelessly or via computer.

Finding a lost device

Using my Xperia service to locate and secure a lost device.

Finding the identification number of your device

Locating the device's IMEI number.

Battery and power management

Managing battery consumption and power saving modes.

Memory and storage

Understanding and managing device memory.

Backing up and restoring content

Creating and restoring data backups.

Running diagnostic tests on your device

Performing hardware and software diagnostic tests.

Restarting and resetting

To force your device to restart

Restarting the device when unresponsive.

To force the device to shut down

Manually powering off the device.

To perform a factory data reset

Restoring the device to its original settings.

Using your device in wet and dusty conditions

Guidelines for device usage in adverse environments.

IP (Ingress Protection) rating

Recycling your device

Information on environmentally responsible disposal.

Limitations to services and features

Notes on regional and network-specific feature availability.

Legal information

Sony D6603/D6653

Publisher's warranty and legal disclaimers.

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