Sony SGPT21 manuale d’uso

Sony Tablet Help guide SGPT21 Series Read This First Turning On Your Tablet Device Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Turning On/Off the Screen Notes on Using the AC Adapter Charging the Battery Notes on Using the Battery Installing/Removing a Battery Pack How to Use the Touch Screen Notes on the Screen Handling the Touch Screen Starting Wi -Fi Commu[...]

Notes on Geomagnetic Sensor Using the Built -in Camera Notes on the Built -in Camera Enjoying Games Enjoying Video Content Enjoying Music Content Enjoying Digital Books Viewing Apps Recommended by Sony Searching for Apps Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network About the Home Screen Cus[...]

Reading and Writing the Post (Article) Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends Select App Gallery Video Unlimited Music Unlimited Reader Evernote HD Games Foursquare About Backup Wi -Fi checker Copying Data on a Computer to Your Tablet Device Supported Formats Using Media Go About PS Store Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STR[...]

The file cannot be displayed/be played back. The video is interrupted/is jumpy/is not synchronized with the audio. Your tablet device cannot receive GPS signals or takes a long time for the positioning. The results of GPS positioning may be different from the actual location. The photos and movies taken with the camera are blurry. You cannot send ([...]

Read This First Congratulations on your purchase of a Sony tablet device. This help guide explains how to operate your tablet device and apps. Before you start using your tablet device, read the supplied Important Information (safety instructions). Charging the battery The battery charge level may be low when you purchase your tablet device. Charge[...]

Turning On Your Tablet Device Note Before turning on, see “ Notes on Using the AC Adapter ” [Details] . 1 . Install the battery pack on your tablet device, and then connect to an AC outlet (wall socket) [Details] . 2 . Lift the touch screen lid. 3 . Press and hold the power button for three seconds. Your tablet device will turn on, and the Goog[...]

Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Note Before shutting down your tablet device, see “ Notes on Using the AC Adapter ” [Details] . 1 . Press and hold the power button until a list appears. 2 . Tap [OK]. The tablet device will automatically turn off in a few seconds. Note To avoid losing unsaved data or causing your tablet device to malfunction, b[...]

Turning On/Off the Screen You can turn off the screen when you are not using your tablet device. 1 . Press the power button. The screen is turned off. To turn on the screen, press the power button again. Hint You can set the time until the screen automatically turns off when the tablet device has not been operated for a given amount of time. Tap [ [...]

Notes on Using the AC Adapter Use the AC adapter supplied with your tablet device or a genuine Sony AC adapter. Do not use any other AC adapter as it may cause malfunctions. Do not connect the AC adapter to a power conversion device such as a travel power converter. Doing so may cause overheating or a malfunction. If the AC adapter cable becomes da[...]

Charging the Battery The battery is charged when your tablet device is plugged in. The charging time will vary depending on your usage. 1 . Install the battery pack into your tablet device [Details] . 2 . Plug the AC power cord (mains lead) into the AC adapter. 3 . Plug the AC power cord (mains lead) into an AC outlet (wall socket). 4 . Plug the AC[...]

Notes on Using the Battery About the battery pack The supplied battery pack is designed specifically for your tablet device. For your safety, use only the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack specified by Sony. Depending on the ambient temperature or how to use your tablet device, the battery may not be charged, or it may take a long t[...]

Saving the Battery Consumption[...]

Installing/Removing a Battery Pack To install a battery pack 1 . Press the two buttons to open the bottom cover. 2 . Orient the contacts as shown, and then insert the battery pack. 3 . Close the bottom cover. Note If you insert the battery pack into your tablet device with the touch screen lid opened, the backlight of the LCD screen may be lit for [...]

2 . Remove the battery pack. Related Topic Turning On Your Tablet Device Shutting Down Your Tablet Device Turning On/Off the Screen Notes on Using the AC Adapter Charging the Battery Notes on Using the Battery Saving the Battery Consumption[...]

How to Use the Touch Screen Tap Selects an icon or option. Tapping twice quickly allows you to zoom in or out images or other screen items. Tap & hold Opens an option menu. Drag Moves an item or scrolls a page slowly. Flick Scrolls a page quickly. Pinch Zooms in or out.[...]

Related Topic Notes on the Screen Handling the Touch Screen[...]

Notes on the Screen Notes on handling the touch screen and LCD screen are explained here. Notes on the touch screen Your tablet device uses a capacitive touch screen. Tap the screen directly with your fingertip. Do not scratch it or tap it with sharp objects such as a needle, pen, or fingernails. You cannot operate the touch screen with a stylus. I[...]

Handling the Touch Screen Use a soft, dry or slightly moistened cloth to wipe the surface of the touch screen. Rubbing the surface hard with a dry cloth may damage the screen. Do not use chemicals or detergents. Related Topic How to Use the Touch Screen Notes on the Screen[...]

Starting Wi - Fi Communications You first need to establish Wi - Fi communications between your tablet device and an access point. Make sure an access point is set up. See the operating instructions supplied with your access point for more information. After setting up Wi - Fi communications, follow the steps below to turn on the Wi -Fi setting on [...]

Notes on Using the Wi - Fi Function Use of Wi - Fi products may be restricted by local regulations in some countries or regions. Wi - Fi devices work on the 2.4 GHz band, which is used by a variety of devices. Wi -Fi devices use technology to minimize radio interference from other devices that use the same band. However, radio interference may stil[...]

About the Bluetooth(R) Function You can establish wireless communications between your tablet device and other Bluetooth devices such as a computer, mobile phone, headset, Bluetooth headphone or wireless keyboard. You can transfer data between these devices without cables at a range of up to 33 feet / 10 meters in an open area. One Bluetooth device[...]

Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device You can connect Bluetooth devices to your tablet device. Depending on the device, the procedure to establish connection may vary. Refer to the operating instructions of the Bluetooth device. For details on Bluetooth communication, see “ About the Bluetooth(R) Function ” [Details] . To turn on the B[...]

About the Bluetooth(R) Function Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications Notes on Using the Bluetooth(R) Function About Bluetooth(R) Security[...]

Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications 1 . Tap the name of a paired device in the devices list you want to disconnect your tablet device from. 2 . Tap (Settings) - [Unpair]. Hint To save the battery consumption, turn off the Bluetooth power when not in use. Related Topic About the Bluetooth(R) Function Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device N[...]

Notes on Using the Bluetooth(R) Function Use of Bluetooth function may be restricted by local regulations in some countries or regions. The Bluetooth function may not work with some devices, depending on the manufacturer or the software version employed by the manufacturer. Check the system requirements of the Bluetooth device before purchasing. Fo[...]

About the Bluetooth(R) Function Communicating with Another Bluetooth(R) Device Stopping Bluetooth(R) Communications About Bluetooth(R) Security[...]

About Bluetooth(R) Security Bluetooth wireless technology has an authentication function that allows you to determine with whom you choose to communicate. With the authentication function, you can prevent any anonymous Bluetooth devices from accessing your tablet device. The first time two Bluetooth devices communicate, a common passkey (a password[...]

How to Connect to the AT&T Mobile Broadband Network If your AT&T Mobile Broadband service was activated when you bought your tablet device, you’ll enjoy network connectivity as soon as you turn your tablet device on. If your AT&T service was not activated at the time of purchase, follow the instructions below to connect. Hint Your tab[...]

Adjusting Connection Settings 1 . Open the Application menu and tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Wireless & networks] to manage your connection settings. Mobile Internet settings 1 . Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Wireless & networks] - [Mobile networks] to adjust your network settings. You can turn data connection on or off when roaming, speci[...]

About the GPS Function The GPS (Global Positioning System) function provides location information by receiving signals from GPS satellites. You can see the location where you are, where you are going, or directions to a destination on Google Maps with your tablet device by using the GPS function. Note When other electronic devices are near your tab[...]

Enabling the Location Information You can set whether to receive location information via GPS satellites or wireless networks. 1 . Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Location & security]. 2 . To enable reception of location information via wireless networks, tap [Use wireless networks]. To enable reception of location information via GPS satellites,[...]

Disabling the Location Information 1 . Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Location & security]. 2 . Tap [Use wireless networks] or [Use GPS satellites], whichever is selected, to deactivate that method. The check mark is removed from the box for that setting. Related Topic About the GPS Function Enabling the Location Information[...]

Removing/Inserting a microSD Memory Card Your tablet device is equipped with a microSD memory card slot. A microSD memory card is inserted into the microSD memory card slot by default. When you replace a microSD memory card with a new one, follow the procedure below. To remove a microSD memory card 1 . Make sure files are not being transferred and [...]

To insert a microSD memory card 1 . Open the bottom cover and remove the battery pack. 2 . Locate the microSD memory card slot. 3 . Hold the microSD memory card with the contacts facing down and the arrow pointing toward the microSD memory card slot. 4 . Carefully slide the microSD memory card into the slot until it clicks into place. Note Be caref[...]

Notes on Using microSD Memory Cards Keep away from children. Swallowing microSD memory cards is harmful. Do not touch the contacts with fingers or metal objects. Delicate electronic components are included in microSD memory cards. Do not subject cards to excessive force, bend or drop them. Do not disassemble or modify. Avoid moisture. Do not use or[...]

Notes on microSD Memory cards microSD memory cards (up to 2 GB) and microSDHC memory cards (up to 32 GB) available as of September 2011 have been tested and found compatible with your tablet device. However, this does not guarantee that all microSD memory cards or microSDHC memory cards will be compatible with your tablet device. Related Topic Remo[...]

Notes on Connecting Your Tablet Device and a Computer with a USB Cable Do not turn off your tablet device while reading and writing data via USB. Do not unplug the USB cable from your tablet device while reading and writing data via USB. Doing so may cause loss of your data. Use a commercially available Micro - USB cable to connect your tablet devi[...]

Parts and Controls Front 1 . Front camera lens 2 . (Headphone) jack 3 . Notification LED 4 . Touch screen (Lower screen) 5 . Touch screen (Upper screen) 6 . Ambient light sensor Top & side 1 . Rear camera lens 2 . VOL + / - (Volume) button 3 . USB Micro - B connector 4 . Charge indicator [Details] 5 . Charge connector 6 . (Power) button 7 . SIM[...]

Bottom (the bottom cover opened) 1 . Battery pack 2 . microSD memory card slot 3 . Buttons for opening the bottom cover Related Topic About the Home Screen[...]

Checking the Supplied Items AC adapter AC power cord (mains lead) microSD memory card (2GB) (trial sample) Rechargeable lithium - ion battery pack Quick Start Guide Important Information SIM card[...]

Caring for Your Tablet Device Tablet device Make sure you remove the battery pack before cleaning your tablet device. Make sure you close the upper, bottom, and any connector covers and keep them secure. Clean the cabinet with a soft, dry or slightly moistened cloth with a mild detergent solution. Do not use a detergent solution for cleaning the to[...]

Online Support Websites If you need more information about your tablet device, see http://esupport.sony.com/model/SGPT211USS/US[...]

Notes on Holding Your Tablet Device In landscape orientation, hold your tablet device so the front camera lens is at the upper side. In portrait orientation, hold your tablet device so the front camera lens is at the lower side. Be careful not to hold the ambient light sensor. Some applications may not support screen rotation. Be careful not to hol[...]

About Sample Data Sample data is installed on your tablet device at the factory for a trial of music, videos, photos, or books. Once you delete the sample data, you cannot restore it. Please note that Sony will not provide replacement sample data if deleted.[...]

Saving the Battery Consumption Using your tablet device as described below will save the battery consumption. Reduce the screen brightness (Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Brightness]). Set a short time - out period for turning off the screen automatically (Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Timeout]). Press the power button lightly [...]

Notes on Using Voice Communications Apps When you use voice communications apps such as voice chat in the following cases, both parties cannot talk simultaneously. Take turns speaking. A headphone without microphone function is connected to the headphone jack. Nothing is connected to the headphone jack. You can talk simultaneously when a headset is[...]

Notes on Geomagnetic Sensor Direction may not be measured correctly due to effects of the surrounding environment.[...]

Using the Built - in Camera You can take photos and record videos using the built- in camera on your tablet device [Details] . Related Topic Notes on the Built - in Camera Camera[...]

Notes on the Built - in Camera Do not touch the lenses of the built - in camera. If the lenses become soiled or scratched, image quality may be affected. Do not let direct sunlight enter the lenses of the built - in camera regardless of power state of your tablet device. Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction. Related Topic Using the Built -i[...]

Enjoying Games As a PlayStation(TM) Certified device, your tablet device allows you to enjoy titles such as classic first - generation PlayStation games. You can purchase PlayStation games from the PlayStation(R) Store. Game titles from a variety of companies all over the world in addition to Sony can also be downloaded from the Android Market. Rel[...]

Enjoying Video Content Video Unlimited Various content such releases from major Hollywood studios or popular TV programs can be delivered to your tablet device with high quality video* 1 . Since you can select to rent or purchase* 2 content, you can acquire content without worrying about late fees or monthly membership fees. The content you rent or[...]

Enjoying Music Content Music Unlimited Listen to the music you want, when you want it. Upload your personal library for access anytime, anywhere or discover new favorites with automatic recommendations based on your unique listening habits. Music Unlimited is a music service available on Sony Entertainment Network. Note This app or service may not [...]

Enjoying Digital Books Reader Carry your favorite digital books on your tablet device. Your tablet device is an ideal tool for bookmarking, highlighting, adjusting the font size, and on - the - go reading. Bookmarking and highlighting can be synchronized with other compatible devices. And you can purchase eBooks easily on -line from the Reader(TM) [...]

Viewing Apps Recommended by Sony Select App A stylish app recommendation site that provides you with a continually updated list of interesting and useful applications to enhance your tablet device experience. Select App provides tablet device owners easy access to a variety of apps specifically chosen by Sony. Related Topic Select App[...]

Searching for Apps Market Apps such as convenient tools and games can be downloaded to your tablet device from the Android Market provided by Google. Tap [ Apps] at the top right of the Home screen, followed by [ Market] on the displayed application launcher.[...]

Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices DLNA If you connect your tablet device to the home network, you can enjoy videos, music or photos by linking other devices as follows. Note For details on the playable format on the playback device, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the playback device. A: Playing back content [...]

A: Sending music content stored on your tablet device to other devices (playback devices) and playing it back (Throwing playback) You can send music content stored on your tablet device and play back the content at the same time via your home network on devices with a PARTY STREAMING function. B: Sending (Throwing) music content stored on one devic[...]

Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network Social Feed Reader You can manage and browse multiple network services like Twitter or Facebook all with Social Feed Reader. Day- to - day operations such as posting, replying, clicking the “Like” button or retweeting can be performed with the same ease of use. Also enjoy communicating more than e[...]

About the Home Screen App shortcuts, status bars, widgets, and more are displayed on the Home screen. The Home screen consists of five pages, and you can flick left/right to scroll the pages. A: Quick search box/Quick launcher Quick search box Tap the box to easily search with Google [Details] . Quick launcher Tap icons in the Quick launcher to sta[...]

Widgets Application Launcher About the Notification Panel Rotating the Screen Quick Search Locking the Screen Displaying Recent Apps[...]

Customizing the Home Screen Adding icons on the Home screen allows you to start apps easily. Customizing the Home screen 1 . On the Home screen, tap [ ] at the top right of the screen. The screen for customizing the Home screen is displayed. 2 . Select the item to be customized. Select the item you want to add on the Home screen from [Apps], [Widge[...]

Favorites In Favorites, thumbnails for websites you frequently visit, and content such as videos, photos, music, books, or games you have registered as favorites are displayed. As you can see all registered content items at once, you can start the desired content with one tap, without starting/ending apps repeatedly. 1 . Tap [ Favorites] on the Hom[...]

Widgets A widget is a mini - application you can place on the Home screen. If an app is supplied with a widget, place the widget on the Home screen so that you can operate the app from the Home screen easily. Adding a widget to the Home screen 1 . Tap [ ] at the top right of the Home screen. The screen to customize the Home screen is displayed. 2 .[...]

Application Launcher The application launcher displays the icons of all available apps, allowing you to tap those to start the app. You can scroll the screen up and down by flicking it. You can also sort the order of icons. 1 . Tap [ Apps] on the Home screen. The application launcher starts. Customizing the application launcher To uninstall an appl[...]

About the Notification Panel The notification panel is displayed when you tap the digital clock on the bottom right of the screen. Tap the icon on the notification panel or the panel itself to check the status or messages. When you tap the digital clock while displaying the notification panel, the control panel appears. You can control the followin[...]

Rotating the Screen The screen rotates when you turn your tablet device sideways shown below. Note Depending on the application, the screen may rotate regardless of the direction of your tablet device. Some apps may not support screen rotation. Setting the screen to not rotate 1 . Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Auto - rotate screen] in th[...]

Quick Search The quick search box appears on the top left of the Home screen. You can search easily by text or voice using quick search. To search by text Tap the box, enter keywords, and then tap . To search by voice Tap and speak keywords when prompted. Related Topic About the Home Screen Customizing the Home Screen Favorites Widgets Application [...]

Locking the Screen You can lock the screen of your tablet device to prevent accidental touching of the screen from activating operations. If you activate the lock function, the screen is locked when the screen is turned off. You can also select how to deactivate locking. To configure the lock function 1 . Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Location &[...]

Displaying Recent Apps When you tap (Recent Apps) on the bottom left of the screen, recent apps are displayed in the order that they were used. Related Topic About the Home Screen Customizing the Home Screen Favorites Widgets Application Launcher About the Notification Panel Rotating the Screen Quick Search Locking the Screen[...]

Entering Text When you want to enter texts, tap the text area to display the on - screen keyboard [Details] . Related Topic Using the On- screen Keyboard Cutting and Pasting Text[...]

Using the On- screen Keyboard The on - screen keyboard changes each time you tap the two keys below the left- side [Tab] key. Hint Bars on these keys show the status of current keyboard. When you tap the keys, the bars also change. To set the input language Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Language & input] - [Configure input methods] in that orde[...]

Cutting and Pasting Text To cut or copy text 1 . Tap and hold the text to cut or copy. The selected text is highlighted. 2 . Tap [ Copy] or [ Cut]. Note You cannot cut or copy text while entering. Hint If you drag and drop the cursor that appears in step 1, you can change the range of text selected. To paste text 1 . Tap and hold the location to pa[...]

Google Account You are required to sign up for a Google account to use services provided by Google, such as Gmail, Calendar, and Android Market. Those services are provided free of charge. Using the Google account, you can sync apps, such as Gmail, Calendar, and Contacts, on your tablet device with those of their respective Google services. Using y[...]

Changing the Settings Various settings of your tablet device can be changed in the settings menu. 1 . Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] and the desired items. 2 . Tap the individual menu items to change settings. The menu items are as follows: Wireless & networks Sound Screen Location & security Applications Accounts & sync Privacy Storage Lang[...]

Before Use When you use your tablet device for the first time, you can connect your tablet device to the Internet and sign in to your Google account. Hint You may connect your tablet device to the Internet and sign in to your Google account later. 1 . After turning on your tablet device, select a language. 2 . Connect your tablet device to the Inte[...]

List of Apps When you first purchase your tablet device, the following apps are preinstalled on it. You can start each app by tapping its icon. Hint When appears at the top right of the screen, you can tap it to display the option menu. Calendar Manage your schedule and synchronizing the schedule with Google Calendar [Details] Browser Browse Intern[...]

Gallery Browse photos or play them back as a slide show [Details] DLNA Exchange videos, music, and photos with other devices via the home network and play them back [Details] Social Feed Reader Access Social Networking Services such as Twitter or Facebook [Details] Wi - Fi checker Check the Wi -Fi connection of your tablet device [Details] Reader P[...]

Pinball Heroes Play this classic pinball game for the first generation PlayStation Settings Change various settings of your tablet device [Details] Messaging Send or receive SMS (short messages) Note Additional per message charges may apply. Music Play back music Calculator Make basic calculations [Details] Gmail Send or receive Gmail Google Search[...]

Market Download or purchase new apps Voice Search Make Google searches by voice [Details] Downloads Use the download manager to display or manage Internet content downloads Foursquare Share with friends and acquaintances information on shops and places you visit, or get money - saving information [Details] . Evernote Store memos, photos and voice m[...]

Email You can compose, send and receive e - mail messages in the same format as used on computers. You can register multiple e - mail accounts. Your contacts list can be used to add the recipient address when composing a new e - mail message. You can also search or sort received e - mail messages. If using Microsoft Exchange Server, you can send an[...]

The e- mail composing screen is displayed. 2 . Input the recipient’s e- mail address at [To]. 3 . Input the subject at [Subject]. 4 . Input the message at [Compose Mail]. 5 . Tap [ Send]. The e- mail you composed is sent. Hint Tapping in step 2 allows you to input the address from those in the Contacts app. Tapping in step 3 allows you to attach [...]

1 . Tap [Open search] on option menu on the e- mail list screen. The search box is displayed. 2 . Tap to select the where to search, input the keyword, and then tap . Hint Tapping [Results from device] shows the search results for the e - mails saved on your tablet device. Tapping [Results from server] shows the search results for the e- mails save[...]

Browser The Browser app lets you access and browse websites on the Internet. You can display/switch between multiple websites by using tabs. 1 . Tap to start the Browser app. Hint If you cannot find the icon to start the app, look for it in the application launcher displayed by tapping [ Apps] at the top right of the Home screen. Certain websites m[...]

To access a website from its bookmark Tap to call up the list of registered bookmarks. Tap the desired website from the list.[...]

Camera You can shoot photos and movies using the built - in front and rear cameras. Various shooting settings such as image size are also available. Location information also can be added to photos. 1 . Tap to start the Camera app. Note Make sure that a microSD memory card is inserted before using the camera. All photos and movies are stored on the[...]

people without their permission may violate portrait rights. You should thus take into account copyright and portrait rights when putting recorded images on Internet websites. Some performances, shows and displays may restrict recordings for even personal use. Unauthorized recording of such materials may be contrary to copyright laws. Related Topic[...]

Calculator You can use your tablet device as a calculator. In addition to four arithmetic operation of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, trigonometric function, exponent function, logarithm, etc. are available. 1 . Tap to start the Calculator app. Hint If you cannot find the icon to start the app, look for it in the application la[...]

Calendar You can manage your schedule on your tablet device. By registering your Google account, you can sync your Google Calendar and your schedule data, making your schedule even more handy. If using Microsoft Exchange Server, you can manage your schedule by connecting to Microsoft Exchange Server. Note Ask your network administrator, etc. about [...]

Deleting a schedule 1 . Tap the schedule you want to delete. 2 . Tap [Delete] followed by [OK]. Note When you share the schedule on Google calendar, choose the people with whom you share it very carefully to prevent your schedule from being disclosed to undesired users. If your calendar is not synced with Google calendar automatically, tap [ Settin[...]

Contacts You can register names, phone numbers, addresses, etc. as frequently used contacts. By registering your Google account, you can sync Contacts with your Google Contacts, making them even more handy. If using Microsoft Exchange Server, you can integrate your connecting work contacts by connecting to Microsoft Exchange Server. If your contact[...]

2 . Tap one of his/her contacts, and at the top right of the displayed screen. 3 . Tap [Join] on the option menu. 4 . Tap the contact you wish to join with. The contact selected in step 2 is joined with the contact selected in step 4.[...]

Desk clock The clock is easy -to - see even from a distance and has a background that changes according to the time. 1 . Tap to start the Desk clock app. The digital clock is displayed. Tapping the icons allows you to do the following operations. : Set the alarm : Start the Gallery app and slide show : Play back music : Return to the Home screen : [...]

Music player The Music player app allows you to play back music content stored on your tablet device or the home network. You can also send music content to another DLNA certified device and play it back on that device. The detailed information of the current album or song can be searched or displayed, and you can add cover art or lyrics to the con[...]

(playback device) using your tablet device, return to the control screen via the notification panel. Hint While you are sending content to another device, you can play back other content on your tablet device. Searching for related information You can easily search for information related to the currently playing music content. 1 . Tap the cover ar[...]

That notification can be turned off from the settings of 12 TONE ANALYSIS. Hint Songs are analyzed using Sony 12 TONE ANALYSIS technology. The results of the analysis are applied to the SensMe(TM) channels, and the visualizer will move graphics according to the beat of the song. Related Topic Enjoying Music Content Supported Formats About Sample Da[...]

Video player The Video player app allows you to play back videos. You can also send ([Throw]) videos to another DLNA certified device and play them back on that device. Scene searches can also be performed. Detailed information of the current video can also be displayed, and you can even delete the video content. 1 . Tap to start the Video player a[...]

Unlimited* 1 . Hint While you are sending content to another device, you can play back other content on your tablet device. *1 Video Unlimited is a video service available on Sony Entertainment Network. Displaying detailed information about video content 1 . On the playback screen, tap the option menu. 2 . Tap [Details]. Detailed information of the[...]

What You Can Do Over the Home Network You can do things like those shown below by connecting your tablet device to the home network. Playing back content stored on another device (server) If you connect your tablet device to a DLNA certified server (such as a computer) [Details] , you can play back on the tablet device video, photo, music, or other[...]

You can send (Throw) music content stored on your tablet device or the home network and play back the content at the same time via your home network on devices with a PARTY STREAMING function. Related Topic Enjoying Video, Music or Photo Content on Other Devices About DLNA Preparing the Home Network Playing Back Content Stored on Another Device (Se[...]

About DLNA You must connect DLNA certified devices to your home network to play back on your tablet device content stored on another device (server) or play back on other device (playback device) content stored on your tablet device. Devices that can act as a server DLNA certified computer, DLNA certified audio device, etc. Devices that can act as [...]

Preparing the Home Network Connect the DLNA certified devices to the home network by the following procedure. Example: When you use a computer as a server and a TV as a playback device 1 . Connect to the home network the computer that will act as a server. For details on DLNA settings, see the operating instructions supplied with the computer. 2 . [...]

Playing Back Content Stored on Another Device (Server) You can play back on your tablet device content such as videos, photos or music stored on the server [Details] . Your favorite folders and content can also be bookmarked. You must make preparations in advance to use the home network [Details] . 1 . Tap to start the DLNA app. When you start the [...]

About DLNA Preparing the Home Network Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it[...]

Playing Content on other Devices by Sending (Throwing) it Video, photo or music content which can be played back on your tablet device is sent to another device (playback device [Details] ) via the home network and played back on that device. You can use this function with the Video player (video), Gallery (photo), Music player (music) and DLNA app[...]

Social Feed Reader The Social Feed Reader app enables you to access SNS (Social Networking Services) such as Twitter or Facebook. Posts (articles) on multiple services are displayed together on the same screen. You can also filter posts by various conditions such as only posts with videos or photos attached. 1 . Tap to start the Social Feed Reader [...]

Registering a Twitter or Facebook account You can register a Twitter or Facebook account with the Social Feed Reader app. You need to acquire a Twitter or Facebook account beforehand. 1 . Tap to start the Social Feed Reader app. The account setup screen is displayed. 2 . Tap the service to register from the service list displayed on the lower scree[...]

Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed The Social Feed Reader app allows you to set filters for the posts (articles) to be displayed. The filtered sets of posts are called “streams,” and multiple streams can be registered in Social Feed Reader. The registered streams are displayed as tabs at the top left of the screen. You can easily switch be[...]

when they have made posts recently. Hint Tapping followed by [Show only videos and pictures] at the top right of the screen will show only streams that includes posts with videos or photos attached. Related Topic Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network Social Feed Reader Registering a Twitter or Facebook account Reading and Writing the Post[...]

Reading and Writing the Post (Article) The Social Feed Reader app allows you to display all together posts (articles) on multiple services such as Twitter and Facebook. You can also write the same post on multiple services simultaneously. 1 . Tap to start the Social Feed Reader app. The post list screen is displayed. Note If the account setting scr[...]

Related Topic Sharing Exciting Experiences via Social Network Social Feed Reader Registering a Twitter or Facebook account Switching the Posts (Article) Displayed Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends[...]

Searching for Posts (Articles) or Friends The Social Feed Reader app allows you to search for posts (articles) or friends who have signed up for the services. 1 . Tap to start the Social Feed Reader app. The post list screen is displayed. Note If the account setting screen is displayed, register an SNS account [Details] . 2 . Tap the [Search] tab a[...]

Select App Select App allows you to access a website that introduces a select range of apps appropriate for use with your tablet device. 1 . Tap to show Select App website. The browser starts and displays the website. Note Your tablet device must be able to access the Android Market via your Google account to download selected apps from Android Mar[...]

Gallery The Gallery app allows you to show or play back photos or videos in your tablet device or Picasa web albums. You can send photos to another DLNA certified device and play them back on that device, and you can also easily post photos to network services to share them. Detailed information of photos or videos can be displayed, and you can sor[...]

Playing back photos on another device by sending (Throwing) them from your tablet device Using your tablet device, you can send photos to another DLNA certified device via the home network and play back the photos on that device [Details] . Note If you display another screen by means such as tapping , while you are controlling another device (playb[...]

Video Unlimited The Video Unlimited service brings the best in digital video on Sony’s Internet - enabled devices from Sony Entertainment Network. Now you can download your favorite videos to your Sony Tablet device and watch them anytime, anywhere. Download and install this app today. Note This app or service may not be available in some countri[...]

Music Unlimited Music Unlimited offers instant access to the latest new releases and your all - time favorites. Over 10 million tracks* 1 , a variety of channels, plus sync* 2 your own personal library. Listen to your music from a range of popular devices such as your Sony Tablets, PSP (R), BRAVIA (R) TVs, PSP (R) and PS3 (TM) consoles, Android (TM[...]

Reader Carry your favorite digital books on your tablet device. The intuitive design is ideal for on - the - go reading, allowing you to bookmark, highlight and adjust font size as you read. You can even sync these items with other compatible devices. Purchasing content is made easy from the online Reader(TM) Store. In countries where you cannot pu[...]

Evernote Evernote turns your tablet device into an extension of your brain. This award - winning app lets you remember and recall anything that happens in your life. From notes to ideas to snapshots to recordings, put everything into Evernote and watch as it all instantly synchronizes from your tablet device to the Web to your PC. When you start yo[...]

HD Games Download high quality games to your tablet device from the Top HD Games at Gameloft’s online store. Choose from hit titles such as Asphalt 6, Real Football 2011, and N.O.V.A. 2 - Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance. Tap the icon to access the website. Then you can download and play your favorite games. Support information support@gameloft.com U[...]

Foursquare Foursquare helps you explore the world around you. Keep up with friends, get insider tips, and unlock discounts and rewards. Have fun exploring! While on the go, you can easily tell friends where you are, share pictures, get their comments (“I’m right around the corner, I’ll stop by to say hello”), and get insider tips (“order [...]

About Backup Sony recommends that you periodically “backup” your tablet by copying the data stored on your tablet to another storage device, like the hard drive on your PC. Various types of data, such as photos, video recordings, or downloaded music and video content, will accumulate in your tablet device as you use it. If unexpected problems o[...]

Wi - Fi checker The Wi -Fi checker app enables you to check the Wi - Fi connection of your tablet device when a connection problem occurs. 1 . Tap to start the Wi - Fi checker app. 2 . Tap [Test] at the top right of the screen to start checking the connection. Items are checked in succession, and assumed causes and remedies are displayed. Hint If y[...]

Copying Data To/From Your Computer to Your Tablet Device If you connect a computer to your tablet device using the Micro - USB cable sold separately, you can copy data on a computer to your tablet device. The copied data can then be played back on your tablet device. For customers using Windows Vista/Windows 7 1 . Start your computer. 2 . Connect y[...]

Supported Formats Playable formats vary depending on the app or content used. Note Some files may not be playable on your tablet device. Video Format/ Codec Profile Maximum resolution Maximum bit rate (Mbps) Gallery Video player Extension H.263 Profile0 704x576 (4CIF) 4 .mp4 .3gp - H.264 / AVC Baseline Profile 1920x1080 18 .mp4 .m4v .3gp .mp4 .m4v [...]

Photo Format/ Codec Maximum resolution (pixels) Gallery Extension JPEG 6048 x 4032 .jpg GIF 2000 x 2000 .gif PNG 2000 x 2000 .png BMP 2000 x 2000 .bmp WBMP 2000 x 2000 .wbmp Related Topic Gallery Music player Video player[...]

Using Media Go Media Go is computer software that supports content management and transfer between your tablet device and computer. By installing Media Go in your computer, you can transfer music, photos, and videos to your tablet device. Media Go connects and enhances your digital entertainment world. Note For details on how to use Media Go, refer[...]

About PS Store PlayStation(R) Store is an online store provided by Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. You can purchase items such as PlayStation(R) games for PlayStation(TM) Certified terminals. Note Your PSN or SEN sign - in ID is required to purchase PlayStation(R) games from PlayStation(R) Store. Connect your tablet device to a Wi - Fi network whe[...]

Playing Back Music Content on Multiple Devices (PARTY STREAMING) You can send (Throw) music content stored on your tablet device or the home network and play back the content at the same time via your home network on the devices with a PARTY STREAMING function. While using the PARTY STREAMING function, one of the devices to which the music content [...]

6 . Tap [Start]. Playback using the PARTY STREAMING function starts on the selected devices. You can control playback using your tablet device. Hint You can also select to play back content stored on another device (server) using the DLNA app ( [Details] ) and proceed to step 5. When you tap [Throw] in the menu displayed by tapping and holding the [...]

1 . Muting button Tap this to turn off the volume. 2 . Master Volume control bar Drag the point on the bar and release it at the desired volume. The volume is adjusted while maintaining volume balance among the devices. 3 . Volume setting button Tap this to adjust the volume of devices individually on the following screen. 4 . Master Volume control[...]

Trademarks “Sony Tablet” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “Clear Phase” and “xLOUD” are trademarks of Sony Corporation. DLNA(R), the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED(R) are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. Reader and the Reader logo are trademarks of Sony. “Select App” is a tra[...]

VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE MPEG4 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://MPEGLA.COM NVIDIA and Tegra (TM) 2 are a registered trademark or trademark of NVIDIA Corporation in the USA and other countries. SD, SDHC, microSD and microSDHC Logos are[...]

Specifications Operating System Android (TM) Processor NVIDIA(R) Tegra(TM) 2 mobile Processor Operating Speed 1.0 GHz Main Memory Memory size (installed) 1 GB Display Screen size 13.9 cm (5.5” Ultra Wide VGA) (1024x480) x2 Type TFT Color LCD x2 Storage Total capacity 4 GB Inputs and Outputs USB port Hi -Speed USB (USB 2.0), Micro - B connector x1[...]

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.[...]

Support for PlayStation(R) in general U.S.A. and Canada http://us.playstation.com/support/ Mexico http://mx.playstation.com/soporte/ Japan http://www.jp.playstation.com/support/ United Kingdom http://uk.playstation.com/support/ Germany http://de.playstation.com/support/ Spain http://es.playstation.com/support/ France http://fr.playstation.com/suppo[...]

Norway http://no.playstation.com/support/ Austria http://at.playstation.com/support/ Switzerland http://ch.playstation.com/support/ Portugal http://pt.playstation.com/support/ Turkey http://tr.playstation.com/support/ Poland http://pl.playstation.com/support/ India http://in.playstation.com/support/ Taiwan http://asia.playstation.com/tw/cht/support[...]

The tablet device does not turn on. Make sure the battery pack is installed in your tablet device properly. If you press the power button with the touch screen lid closed, your tablet device will not turn on. Press the power button with the touch screen lid opened. If you do not use the supplied battery pack or an optional battery pack supplied by [...]

The tablet device starts up slowly. When you boot your tablet device from the power off state, it may take some time to launch the Google Android operating system.[...]

The battery does not charge. Make sure the battery pack is installed in your tablet device properly. Make sure you have connected your tablet device and the AC adapter, the AC adapter and the AC power cord (mains lead), and the AC power cord (mains lead) and an AC outlet (wall socket) securely. For safety reasons, the charging function of your tabl[...]

The charge indicator does not light. Make sure the battery pack is installed in your tablet device properly. Make sure you have connected your tablet device and the AC adapter, the AC adapter and the AC power cord (mains lead), and the AC power cord (mains lead) and an AC outlet (wall socket) securely.[...]

The battery consumption increases. Battery deterioration may occur. Replace the battery pack with a new one specified by Sony.[...]

The charge indicator blinks. The charge indicator blinks slowly (every 1 second) when the remaining battery level is 15% or less. Plug in your tablet device and charge the battery [Details] . The charge indicator does not blink while your tablet device is turning off, even though the remaining battery level is 15% or less. When the charge indicator[...]

Heat builds up in the tablet device, the battery, and the AC adapter while the tablet device is in use or being charged. Heat builds up in the tablet device, the battery, and the AC adapter while the tablet device is in use or being charged. This is normal and should not affect the performance of your tablet device. The tablet device can be shut do[...]

The screen is dark. Make sure the screen brightness of your tablet device is not set at the lowest level. Make sure the remaining battery level is sufficient. Be careful not to cover the ambient light sensor. Outdoors on a clear day, you may feel the screen is dark. If you have the automatic brightness setting enabled, the brightness of the screen [...]

There is a point that is not displayed properly on the screen. You may see tiny black points on the LCD screen on rare occasions. This does not indicate a malfunction [Details] .[...]

A Bluetooth(R) device was not found. Make sure the Bluetooth function of your tablet device is turned on. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Wireless & networks] - [Bluetooth] in that order to put a check in the check box. Make sure the Bluetooth device you are pairing with is turned on. When you tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Wireless & networks[...]

Your tablet device gets slow/is not performing as expected. Your tablet device may slow down when you use it in a hot or cold environment. Use the tablet device in a place with as suitable a temperature as possible. Your tablet device may perform better if you turn off the tablet device, and then turn it on again when the tablet device gets slow or[...]

Your tablet device does not work. Press and hold the power button for about 10 seconds to force it to turn off, and then turn it on again [Details] . If you cannot force your tablet device to turn off, remove the battery pack after unplugging the AC adapter, then install the battery pack in your tablet device again. Turn on your tablet device after[...]

To reset your tablet device. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Privacy] - [Factory data reset], and then tap [Reset tablet] at the bottom of the menu on the right. All data in the data storage area is deleted, including the Google account information, the system data and settings, and any application data you have downloaded. User data such as music, p[...]

The sound from the speaker is distorted. Adjust the playback volume. Make sure the tablet device is sufficiently charged. If the sound effects are turned off, the sound might improve. Select [Off] for [Equalizer] and remove the check mark from [Dynamic normalizer] or [xLOUD(TM)] on the setting menu when you use the [Music player] app. Remove the ch[...]

The screen brightness is not stable. When you set automatic adjustment of the screen brightness, the screen brightness is adjusted automatically according to the surrounding brightness. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Brightness] - [Automatic brightness] in that order to remove the check mark.[...]

The screen brightness cannot be adjusted. When you set automatic adjustment of the screen brightness, you cannot adjust the screen brightness manually. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Brightness] - [Automatic brightness] in that order to remove the check mark.[...]

Automatic adjustment of the screen brightness does not work as expected. When you set automatic adjustment of the screen brightness, the screen gets brighter once, but it will not darken. This does not indicate a malfunction. Brightness returns to normal when the tablet device is turned off, and is turned on again.[...]

The brightness of the upper and lower screen is different. When you do not see the upper and lower screen at the same angle, you may feel the brightness is different. Although you still feel the brightness of the upper and lower screen is different, this is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.[...]

The color of the upper and lower screen is different. When you do not see the upper and lower screen at the same angle, you may feel the color is different. Although you still feel the color of the upper and lower screen is different, this is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.[...]

The screen disappears/darkens unexpectedly. The screen is turned off automatically after a certain period of time to reduce the battery consumption. The screen turns on again when you push the power button. When you want to change the time it takes to turn off the screen, tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Timeout] in that order to set the ti[...]

The touch screen does not work as expected. Make sure you know how to use the touch screen [Details] . If the touch screen is damaged (scratched, etc.), contact the service/support center named in the warranty. If the touch screen does not work, turn off your tablet device, and then turn it on again. If you cannot turn off your tablet device, press[...]

The date and time are reset. When the remaining battery power is extremely low, the date and time might be reset. Charge the battery, and then set the date and time again.[...]

To erase the tap sound (operation sound). Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Sound] - [Audible selection] in that order to remove the check mark. Push the - (Volume) button of your tablet device to minimize the volume indicator displayed on the screen, then push the - (Volume) button to reverse the icon and set the operation sound off.[...]

The screen does not rotate when you turn your tablet device. Some applications may not support screen rotation. This does not indicate a malfunction.[...]

To turn off screen rotation. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Screen] - [Auto - rotate screen] in that order to remove the check mark.[...]

To deactivate the lock function/to use your tablet device without locking the screen. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Location & security] - [Configure lock screen] in that order to deactivate the lock function, then tap [Off].[...]

You cannot insert/remove a SIM Card. To insert a SIM card 1 . Make sure all the cables are unplugged from your tablet device, and then turn off your tablet device [Details] . 2 . Slide off the upper cover. 3 . Aline a SIM card with the mark above the slot, and then carefully slide the SIM card into the slot until it clicks into place. 4 . Slide the[...]

The file cannot be displayed/be played back. Remove the microSD memory card from your tablet device once, and insert it again when the file name disappears from the display. The data may be damaged if the file cannot be played back even though the file name is displayed. Make sure the file format form of the data corresponds to that of your tablet [...]

The video is interrupted/is jumpy/is not synchronized with the audio. Make sure the file is suitable for the playback format of the application. Turn off your tablet device, and then turn it on again. The data may be damaged. Make sure that other apps are not doing processor intensive tasks in the background.[...]

Your tablet device cannot receive GPS signals or takes a long time for the positioning. Move to an area with good reception of GPS signals, and with a clear view of the sky [Details] .[...]

The results of GPS positioning may be different from the actual location. Move to an area with good reception of GPS signals, and with a clear view of the sky [Details] .[...]

The photos and movies taken with the camera are blurry. Make sure any fog or dirt are removed from the lens or the cover of the camera.[...]

You cannot send (Throw) content to another device and play it back with DLNA apps. Certain content may not be played back on other devices.[...]

Some applications are not displayed in the selected language. Some applications do not accommodate the language selected in the language settings of your tablet device, and are displayed in a different language.[...]

Some applications cannot be uninstalled. Some applications cannot be uninstalled (deleted). This does not indicate a malfunction of the tablet device or a bug in the application.[...]

A website for mobile phones or smartphones is displayed. Some websites may be displayed with the mobile phones or smartphones layout.[...]

You cannot use Internet telephone or voice chat. When you attempt to use Internet telephone or voice chat, use those with Wi - Fi.[...]

Your tablet device cannot connect to a Wi -Fi network. Make sure the Wi - Fi function is turned on. Tap [ Apps] - [ Settings] - [ Wireless & networks] - [Wi - Fi] in that order to put a check in the check box. Make sure there are no obstacles blocking the signal between devices, and the distance between devices is not too far [Details] . A conn[...]