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Sony Xperia ZR User Manual

Sony Xperia ZR
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User guide
Xperia
ZR
C5503/C5502

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Sony Xperia ZR Specifications

General IconGeneral
Panel typeTFT
Display diagonal4.55 \
Touch technologyMulti-touch
Touchscreen typeCapacitive
Display resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Native aspect ratio16:9
Display number of colors16.78 million colors
Ringer typeMP3
Processor familyQualcomm
Processor frequency1.5 GHz
RAM capacity2 GB
Compatible memory cardsSDHC
Internal storage capacity8 GB
Front camera typeSingle camera
Video recording modes1080p
Rear camera resolution (numeric)13 MP
2G standardsGSM
3G standardsHSPA, HSPA+
Wi-Fi standards802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version4.0
2G bands (primary SIM)850, 900, 1800 MHz
Mobile network generation3G
Speakersstereo
Voice codecsAMR, AMR-NB, AMR-WB
Audio formats supportedAAC+, AMR, AWB, MP3, WMA
Image formats supportedBMP, GIF, JPG, PNG
Video formats supported3GP, AMV, MOV, MP4
HDMI ports quantity0
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm
Form factorBar
PlatformAndroid
Bundled softwareGoogle Play, Google Chrome, Google Voice Search, Google Maps for Mobile with Street View and Latitude
App distribution platformGoogle Play
Operating system installedAndroid 4.1
Text prediction system typeT9
Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) is a standard way to send messages that include multimedia content to and from a mobile phone over a cellular network
Talk time (2G)13 h
Battery capacity- mAh
Standby time (2G)520 h
Continuous audio playback time45 h
Continuous video playback time8.5 h
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth67.3 mm
Width131.3 mm
Height10.5 mm
Weight138 g

Summary

Getting started

Assembly

Inserting and Removing SIM/Memory Cards

To insert the micro SIM card

Step-by-step guide for inserting a micro SIM card into the device.

To insert a memory card

Instructions for inserting a memory card into the device's slot.

Initial Device Setup

Starting your device for the first time

Guide to powering on and setting up the device for initial use.

Charging Your Device

To set up a Google™ account on your device

Guide to creating or signing into a Google account on the device.

To charge your device

Step-by-step instructions for charging the device using the provided cable and charger.

Learning the Basics

Using the touchscreen

Explains basic touch gestures: tapping, touching and holding, pinching and spreading.

Swiping and Flicking

Describes scrolling gestures like swiping and flicking on the screen.

Locking and Unlocking the Screen

How to activate, lock, and unlock the device screen.

Home Screen Navigation

Managing Home Screen Elements

Application Management

Navigating applications

How to switch between apps using navigation keys and recent apps.

Battery and Power Management

Battery and power management

How to view and manage app power usage to conserve battery.

Power saving modes

Explains STAMINA mode and Ultra STAMINA mode features for battery saving.

Device Features

Taking a screenshot

Instructions on how to capture a screenshot of the device screen.

Notifications and Status Bar

Downloading Applications

Downloading applications from Google Play™

Instructions for downloading apps from the Google Play Store.

Downloading applications from other sources

How to download apps from sources other than Google Play.

Internet and Networks

Browsing the web

How to use the Google Chrome browser to access websites.

Internet and MMS settings

Explains the need for Internet and MMS settings for data and messaging.

Wi-Fi Connectivity

Wi-Fi®

How to turn on and connect to available Wi-Fi networks.

Sharing Data Connections

Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot

Controlling data usage

How to monitor and manage mobile data usage.

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

Synchronising Data

Basic Settings

Sound, ringtone and volume

How to adjust volume levels, ringtones, and silent mode.

Sound and Silent Mode Settings

Ringtones and SIM Protection

Screen Settings and Security

Screen Lock and Smart Lock

Screen lock

Overview of different screen lock types (Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password).

Device Unlocking Options

Smart Lock Features

Trusted Places and On-Body Detection

Sound Enhancement and User Accounts

User Account Management

Typing Text Input

On-screen keyboard

Overview of the on-screen QWERTY keyboard and input methods.

Voice and Text Input

Entering text using voice input

How to use voice input for text entry.

Editing text

Explains how to select, cut, copy, and paste text.

Calling Functions

Making calls

Overview of how to make calls manually, from contacts, or call logs.

Receiving calls

How to answer or reject incoming calls.

Call Management

Call Services

Advanced Call Features

Call Scenarios

Emergency calls

Information on making emergency calls using international numbers.

Contacts Management

Searching and viewing contacts

How to find, view, and add contacts to the device.

Contact Details and Groups

Adding and editing contacts

Steps to add new contacts and modify existing ones.

Contact Information and ICE

Adding medical and emergency contact information

How to add ICE (In Case of Emergency) information.

Contact Sharing and Backup

Messaging and Chat

Reading and sending messages

Overview of the Messaging app and sending multimedia messages.

Email Management

Setting up email

Overview of setting up email accounts on the device.

Sending and receiving email messages

How to view, search, and compose emails.

Music Playback

Listening to music

Overview of using the Music application to play music.

Music Application Features

Music Visualizer and TrackID

FM Radio

Listening to the radio

How to use the FM radio, requiring headphones as an antenna.

Camera Operations

Taking photos and recording videos

Overview of camera functions for photos and videos.

Camera Features

To record a video

Steps to start, pause, resume, and stop video recording.

To view your photos and videos

How to access and browse photos and videos taken with the camera.

Still Camera Settings

Flash and Scene Selection

Video Camera Settings

Video camera settings

How to access and adjust video recording settings.

Video Recording Features

Focus mode

Explains focus control for video sharpness.

Album Application

Viewing photos and videos

How to view photos and videos in the Album app.

Managing Media Files

Photo Editing

Video Application

Watching videos in the Video application

Overview of the Video application for playing saved/downloaded content.

Connectivity Features

USB and Wireless Connectivity

NFC and Bluetooth Operations

Bluetooth® wireless technology

Explains Bluetooth for file sharing and connecting accessories.

Bluetooth Device Management

Pairing with another Bluetooth® device

How to pair the device with another Bluetooth device.

Smart Connect™ Application

Managing Accessories and Payments

Using your device as a wallet

How to use the device for payments via NFC.

Travel and Maps

Using location services

How location services work using GPS, Wi-Fi, and mobile networks.

Google Maps™ and navigation

How to use Google Maps for navigation and traffic info.

Device Connectivity

Airplane Mode

Calendar and Alarm Clock

Alarm and clock

Overview of setting alarms and using the clock functions.

Alarm Settings

Add a new alarm

Steps to set a new alarm with time and sound.

Support and Maintenance

Updating your device

Importance of updating software for functionality and fixes.

Device Updates

To download and install a system update

Steps to download and install a system update over the air.

Updating your device using a computer

Steps to update the device software using a PC or Mac.

Device Security and Identification

Finding a lost device

How to locate and secure a lost device using 'Protection by my Xperia'.

Memory Management

Improving memory performance

Tips for optimizing device memory and storage.

File Management and USB

Managing files using a computer

How to transfer and manage files using a computer via USB.

Backing Up and Restoring Content

Backing up and restoring content

Importance of backups and using Xperia Companion for safety.

Backing up data to a computer

How to back up data to a PC or Mac using Xperia Companion.

Data Backup Procedures

To back up your data using a computer

Detailed steps for backing up data via computer using Xperia Companion.

To restore your data using a computer

Steps to restore data from a computer backup using Xperia Companion.

Backing up data with the Backup & Restore application

How to use the Backup & Restore app for manual or automatic backups.

Device Resetting and Repair

Resetting your applications

How to reset app preferences, clear data, or clear cache.

Restarting and resetting your device

Information on restarting, shutting down, and factory resetting the device.

Device Software Maintenance

To force your device to restart

How to manually restart the device if it's unresponsive.

To perform a factory data reset

Steps to reset the device to factory settings, erasing all data.

To repair the device software using Xperia™ Companion

How to repair device software using Xperia Companion.

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