Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use

Please follow these guidelines. Failure to do so might entail a potential health risk or product malfunction. If in doubt as to its proper function, have the product checked by a certified service partner before charging or using it.

Recommendations for care and safe use of our products

• Handle with care and keep in a clean and dust-free place.

• Warning! May explode if disposed of in fire.

• Do not expose to liquid or moisture or excess humidity.

• For optimum performance, the product should not be operated in temperatures below +5°C (+41°F) or above +35°C (+95°F). Do not expose the battery to temperatures above +35°C (+95°F).

• Do not expose to flames or lit tobacco products.

  

• Do not drop, throw or try to bend the product.

• Do not paint or attempt to disassemble or modify the product.

  

• Consult with authorized medical staff and the instructions of the medical device manufacturer before using the product near pacemakers or other medical devices or equipment.

• Discontinue use of electronic devices or disable the radio transmitting functionality of the device where required or requested to do so.

• Do not use where a potentially explosive atmosphere exists.

• Do not place your product or install wireless equipment in the area above an air bag in a car.

• Caution: Cracked or broken displays may create sharp edges or splinters that could be harmful upon contact.

• Do not use the Bluetooth Headset in positions where it is uncomfortable or will be subject to pressure.

• Avoid contact with your skin for long periods. The heat generated when your device is transmitting, including processing apps or charging, can irritate your skin. It is recommended to use a headset for long phone calls.

• This device may contain small parts that could become detached and create a choking hazard. Keep this device away from children or other supervised individuals to prevent such hazard. They could hurt themselves or others.

• This device may contain small magnet(s). Swallowing magnet(s) could cause serious harm, such as choking hazard or intestinal injuries. Keep this device (or name of accessory) away from children or other supervised individuals to prevent any such harm. If you know or suspect that you or anyone has swallowed a magnet, seek medical attention immediately.

• This device contains magnet(s) which may interfere with pacemakers, defibrillators, programmable shunt valves, or other medical devices. Do not place this device close to such medical devices or persons who use such medical devices. Consult your doctor before using this product if you use any such medical device.

Power supply (Charger)

Connect the charger to power sources as marked on the product. Do not use outdoors or in damp areas. Do not alter or subject the cord to damage or stress. Unplug the unit before cleaning it. Never alter the plug. If it does not fit into the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by an electrician. When a power supply is connected there is a small drain of power. To avoid this small energy waste, disconnect the power supply when the product is fully charged. Use of charging devices that are not Sony Mobile Communications Inc. branded may pose increased safety risks.

Battery

New or idle batteries can have short-term reduced capacity. Fully charge the battery before initial use. Use for the intended purpose only. Charge the battery in temperatures between +5°C (+41°F) and +35°C (+95°F). Do not put the battery into your mouth. Do not let the battery contacts touch another metal object. Turn off the product before removing the battery. Performance depends on temperatures, signal strength, usage patterns, features selected and voice or data transmissions. Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.

Personal medical devices

Mobile phones may affect implanted medical equipment. Reduce risk of interference by keeping a minimum distance of 15cm (6 inches) between the phone and the device. Use the phone at your right ear. Do not carry the phone in your breast pocket. Turn off the phone if you suspect interference. For all medical devices, consult a physician and the manufacturer.

Driving

Some vehicle manufactures forbid the use of phones in their vehicles unless a handsfree kit with an external antenna supports the installation. Check with the vehicle manufacturer's representative to be sure that the mobile phone or Bluetooth handsfree will not affect the electronic systems in the vehicle. Full attention should be given to driving at all times and local laws and regulations restricting the use of wireless devices while driving must be observed.

GPS/Location based functions

Some products provide GPS/Location based functions. Location determining functionality is provided "As is" and "With all faults". KDDI/Sony Mobile Communications Inc. does not make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy of such location information.

Use of location-based information by the device may not be uninterrupted or error free and may additionally be dependent on network service availability. Please note that functionality may be reduced or prevented in certain environments such as building interiors or areas adjacent to buildings.

Caution: Do not use GPS functionality in a manner which causes distraction from driving.

Emergency calls

Calls cannot be guaranteed under all conditions. Never rely solely upon mobile phones for essential communication. Calls may not be possible in all areas, on all networks, or when certain network services and/or phone features are used.

Flight mode

Bluetooth and WLAN functionality, if available in the device, can be enabled in Flight mode but may be prohibited onboard aircraft or in other areas where radio transmissions are prohibited. In such environments, please seek proper authorisation before enabling Bluetooth or WLAN functionality even in Flight mode.

Malware

Malware (short for malicious software) is software that can harm the mobile phone or other computers. Malware or harmful applications can include viruses, worms, spyware, and other unwanted programs. While the device does employ security measures to resist such efforts, KDDI/Sony Mobile Communications Inc. does not warrant or represent that the device will be impervious to introduction of malware. You can however reduce the risk of malware attacks by using care when downloading content or accepting applications, refraining from opening or responding to messages from unknown sources, using trustworthy services to access the Internet, and only downloading content to the mobile phone from known, reliable sources.

Accessories

Use only Sony Mobile Communications Inc. branded original accessories and certified service partners. Sony Mobile Communications Inc. does not test third-party accessories. Accessories may influence RF exposure, radio performance, loudness, electric safety and other areas. Third-party accessories and parts may pose a risk to your health or safety or decrease performance.

Disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment

Electronic equipment and batteries should not be included as household waste but should be left at an appropriate collection point for recycling. This helps prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. Check local regulations by contacting your local city office, your household waste disposal service, the shop where you purchased the product or calling a Sony Mobile Communications Inc. call centre. Do not attempt to remove internal batteries. Internal batteries shall be removed only by a waste treatment facility or trained service professional.

Disposing of the battery

Check local regulations or call a Sony Mobile Communications Inc. call centre for information. Never use municipal waste.

Memory Card

If the product comes complete with a removable memory card, it is generally compatible with the handset purchased but may not be compatible with other devices or the capabilities of their memory cards. Check other devices for compatibility before purchase or use. If the product is equipped with a memory card reader, check memory card compatibility before purchase or use.

Memory cards are generally formatted prior to shipping. To reformat the memory card, use a compatible device. Do not use the standard operating system format when formatting the memory card on a PC. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the device or contact customer support.

Warning!

If the device requires an adapter for insertion into the handset or another device, do not insert the card directly without the required adapter.

Precautions on memory card use

• Do not expose the memory card to moisture.

• Do not touch terminal connections with your hand or any metal object.

• Do not strike, bend, or drop the memory card.

• Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the memory card.

• Do not use or store the memory card in humid or corrosive locations or in excessive heat such as a closed car in summer, in direct sunlight or near a heater, etc.

• Do not press or bend the end of the memory card adapter with excessive force.

• Do not let dirt, dust, or foreign objects get into the insert port of any memory card adapter.

• Check you have inserted the memory card correctly.

• Insert the memory card as far as it will go into any memory card adapter needed. The memory card may not operate properly unless fully inserted.

• We recommend that you make a backup copy of important data. We are not responsible for any loss or damage to content you store on the memory card.

• Recorded data may be damaged or lost when you remove the memory card or memory card adapter, turn off the power while formatting, reading or writing data, or use the memory card in locations subject to static electricity or high electrical field emissions.

Protection of personal information

Erase personal data before disposing of the product. To delete data, perform a master reset. Deleting data from the phone memory does not ensure that it cannot be recovered. KDDI/Sony Mobile Communications Inc. does not warrant against recovery of information and does not assume responsibility for disclosure of any information even after a master reset.

Loudness warning

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.