Page 1 About the User Guide Most operation descriptions are based on default settings. Unless noted otherwise, descriptions are for Home Screen. Some operation descriptions may be omitted. Before You Begin  Data Communication  Screenshots & Key Labels  Other Notations ...
Page 2: Other Notations
Other Notations Xperia 5 III is referred to as "handset" in this guide.  In this guide, microSD™/microSDHC™/microSDXC™ Card is referred to as "SD Card."  In this guide and on handset, "abroad" means "outside Japan" with regard to handset/service ...
Page 3: Parts And Functions
Parts & Functions Handset (Front)  Handset (Back/Side)  Handset Keys  FCC ID  Handset (Front) Part Description Front Camera Use to shoot still images, videos of yourself, etc. Earpiece/Speaker Hear the other party's voice here. Proximity/Light Detects surrounding Sensor brightness to automatically adjust...
Page 4 Handset (Back/Side) Part Description Second Mic Reduces noise for calling. Also picks up audio when capturing videos. Headset Jack Connect commercially available headphones. This port supports tetrapolar headset that conforms to the CTIA standard. RGBC-IR Sensor Recognizes surrounding light sources when shooting.
Page 5: Handset Keys
Area NFC/Osaifu-Keitai ® SIM Card/SD Insert SIM Card/SD Card Slot Card. USB Type-C™ Connect USB Type-C Port cable (commercially available), etc. Speak here. Using USB Type-C Port Connect DisplayPort-compatible USB Type-C cable (commercially available) and show handset screen on a TV or computer monitor. Also, use a USB-LAN adapter (commercially available) and connect to the Internet with a wired LAN cable.
Page 6 FCC ID To view the regulatory compliance mark Find and tap Settings About phone Certificates  Regulatory compliance mark such as FCC ID is displayed on the screen. 4/66 Getting Started...
Page 7 SIM Card SIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and other customer information. Inserting SIM Card  Removing SIM Card  Handling SIM Card For SIM Card handling, see following items. ① IC chip For SIM Card handling, see SoftBank Website. https://www.softbank.jp/mobile/support/protect/usim/ (Japanese) Always keep the IC chip clean.
Page 8: Inserting Sim Card
SoftBank Corp. does not guarantee operation whatsoever. Inserting SIM Card Always unmount SD Card beforehand. For details, see "Unmounting SD Card." Pull Tray out from handset Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using fingernail in groove.  Set SIM Card into Tray with IC chip (metal) facing down Check SIM Card orientation by notch.
Page 9: Removing Sim Card
Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight SIM Card is inserted. Check Tray orientation.  Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD  Card Slot Cover. Removing SIM Card Always unmount SD Card beforehand.
Page 10 Remove SIM Card from Tray Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight SIM Card is removed. Check Tray orientation.  Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD  Card Slot Cover. 8/66 Getting Started...
Page 11: Inserting Sd Card
SD Card Handset supports SD Cards up to 1 TB. Some SD Cards may not operate properly. When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it on handset. Inserting SD Card  Formatting SD Card  Unmounting SD Card ...
Page 12 Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using fingernail in groove.  Set SD Card into Tray with metal terminals facing down Make sure SD Card is in Tray securely.  Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight 10/66 Getting Started...
Page 13: Formatting Sd Card
SD Card is inserted. Check Tray orientation.  Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD  Card Slot Cover. Formatting SD Card In Home Screen, (Settings) 11/66 Getting Started...
Page 14 Storage 12/66 Getting Started...
Page 15 SD card 13/66 Getting Started...
Page 16 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  14/66 Getting Started...
Page 17 Storage settings 15/66 Getting Started...
Page 18 Format 16/66 Getting Started...
Page 19 FORMAT SD CARD 17/66 Getting Started...
Page 20: Unmounting Sd Card
Done All data on SD Card is erased. Cautions when Formatting SD Card Observe the following when formatting SD Card. Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check any SD Card that was used  on another device before formatting. Charge Internal Battery while formatting, or format with adequate battery charge.
Page 21 In Home Screen, (Settings) Storage 19/66 Getting Started...
Page 22 for "SD card" 20/66 Getting Started...
Page 23: Removing Sd Card
"Ejected" appears. SD Card is unmounted. Removing SD Card Always unmount SD Card beforehand. For details, see "Unmounting SD Card." Pull Tray out from handset 21/66 Getting Started...
Page 24 Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using fingernail in groove.  Remove SD Card from Tray Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight 22/66 Getting Started...
Page 25 SD Card is removed. Check Tray orientation.  Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD  Card Slot Cover. 23/66 Getting Started...
Page 26: Charging Internal Battery
Charging Internal Battery Charging with AC Charger  Charging Cautions Never connect USB Type-C plug while handset or peripheral equipment is wet. Charging with AC Charger Be sure to use an AC Charger specified by SoftBank. For information on AC Charger and other peripheral devices, see SoftBank Website.
Page 27 Unfold power plug of AC Charger and plug into household AC Charging start sound sounds and Notification Lamp on handset lights up when charging starts. When charging is complete, unplug AC Charger and remove USB Type-C connector of AC Charger straight from handset Charging ends.
Page 28: Power On/Off
Power On/Off Powering On  Powering Off  Powering On Long Press Power Key until handset vibrates Lock Screen appears. For details on unlocking screen, see "Unlocking Screen."  Startup wizard appears for the first time handset is powered on. For details on initial settings, see ...
Page 29: Powering Off
Powering Off Long Press Power Key Power off 27/66 Getting Started...
Page 30 Handset powers off. 28/66 Getting Started...
Page 31: Making Initial Settings
Making Initial Settings When powering on the first time, an initial settings wizard appears for optionally making Wi-Fi, Google™ account, and other settings. Follow onscreen instructions to set items. Making Initial Settings  Making Initial Settings English United States GET STARTED 日本語...
Page 32 Set Important information Accept Follow onscreen instructions to set Wi-Fi 30/66 Getting Started...
Page 33 To skip Wi-Fi settings, Tap Use mobile network for setup. Continue by following onscreen  instructions. Follow onscreen instructions to transfer data 31/66 Getting Started...
Page 34 To set up handset new, Tap Don't copy.  To copy data from another handset on which a Google account is set, Tap Next, then follow  onscreen instructions. Follow onscreen instructions to set a Google account 32/66 Getting Started...
Page 35 For details on Google accounts, see "Setting a Google Account."  If not making Google account settings, Tap Skip.  Select items to set Accept 33/66 Getting Started...
Page 36 Follow onscreen instructions to set screen lock / unlocking using fingerprint 34/66 Getting Started...
Page 37 To not set, Tap Skip.  A screen lock is required after restarting handset, fingerprint is not recognized, etc. Do not forget  to set. Follow onscreen instructions to set Google Assistant/Voice Match/Google Pay 35/66 Getting Started...
Page 38 Continue 36/66 Getting Started...
Page 39 To complete setup later, Tap Leave & get reminder.  37/66 Getting Started...
Page 40 Next 38/66 Getting Started...
Page 41 To use gesture action, Tap Gesture navigation.  Follow onscreen instructions make other settings 39/66 Getting Started...
Page 42 To not make other settings, Tap thanks.  FINISH 40/66 Getting Started...
Page 43 Settings are complete. 41/66 Getting Started...
Page 44: Setting A Google Account
Setting a Google Account Use a Google account and get more convenience with Google services. A Google account is required to use some services or fully use some applications. Creating a Google Account  Logging In with a Google Account ...
Page 45 Accounts 43/66 Getting Started...
Page 46 Add account 44/66 Getting Started...
Page 47 Google 45/66 Getting Started...
Page 48 Window for logging in to a Google account opens. If fingerprints are already saved, screen for fingerprint authentication may appear. Hold finger to  sensor to authenticate fingerprint. If method for unlocking screen is "Pattern" / "PIN" / "Password," screen for unlocking screen lock ...
Page 49 For myself 47/66 Getting Started...
Page 50 To create a child's account, Tap For my child then follow onscreen instructions.  Enter First name Last name Next 48/66 Getting Started...
Page 51 Enter date of birth Select gender Next 49/66 Getting Started...
Page 52 Select Gmail™ address Next 50/66 Getting Started...
Page 53 To create a Gmail address, Create your own Gmail address Enter username (mail address)  Next. Enter password Next 51/66 Getting Started...
Page 54 Yes, I'm in 52/66 Getting Started...
Page 55 To not add a phone number, Tap Skip.  To add a phone number only for security protection, Tap More options. Continue by following  onscreen instructions. Next 53/66 Getting Started...
Page 56 Check the privacy policy and terms of usage, I agree 54/66 Getting Started...
Page 57 A Google account is created. Set Google service Accept 55/66 Getting Started...
Page 58: Logging In With A Google Account
Account is created. Logging In with a Google Account In Home Screen, (Settings) 56/66 Getting Started...
Page 59 Accounts 57/66 Getting Started...
Page 60 Add account 58/66 Getting Started...
Page 61 Google 59/66 Getting Started...
Page 62 Window for logging in to a Google account opens. If fingerprints are already saved, screen for fingerprint authentication may appear. Hold finger to  sensor to authenticate fingerprint. If method for unlocking screen is "Pattern" / "PIN" / "Password," screen for unlocking screen lock ...
Page 63 Enter password Next 61/66 Getting Started...
Page 64 Follow onscreen instructions 62/66 Getting Started...
Page 65 You are logged in to your Google account. 63/66 Getting Started...
Page 66: Screen Lock
Locking Screen Screen Lock  Unlocking Screen  Screen Lock Display goes out after a set period of inactivity to save battery power (screen lock). This also prevents accidental Touchscreen operation. While Display is off (screen is locked), Press Power Key for Lock Screen. To activate Screen lock manually, Press Power Key when Display is turned on.
Page 67 Lock Screen appears. Alternatively, if Ambient display is enabled, Double-Tap Ambient screen or Press Power Key. For  details on Ambient display, see "Appearance Settings." Flick screen up 65/66 Getting Started...
Page 68 Screen is unlocked. The method for unlocking the screen can be changed.  For fingerprint authentication, Touch Fingerprint Sensor with authentication finger to unlock  screen. 66/66 Getting Started...
Page 69: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Selecting Options and Navigating Screens  Menu Operations  Selecting Options and Navigating Screens Tap items, icons, onscreen keys, etc. to open assigned items. to go back to previous screen.  1/20 Basic Operations...
Page 70: Menu Operations
Menu Operations for available settings and items. Screens may also have settings and items that are available by Touching & Holding Display. 2/20 Basic Operations...
Page 71 3/20 Basic Operations...
Page 72: Using Touchscreen
Using Touchscreen Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your fingers on Display.  Touch & Hold  Drag  Swipe/Flick  Pinch/Spread  Contact Display lightly and briefly. Touch & Hold Touch screen lightly and hold it for a while. When the screen changes, release finger. 4/20 Basic Operations...
Page 73 Drag Touch icon or other item lightly, move it where desired, and release finger. Swipe/Flick Contact Display lightly, then brush screen up/down or left/right. Pinch/Spread Contact Display lightly, then close/widen fingers. 5/20 Basic Operations...
Page 74 6/20 Basic Operations...
Page 75: Silent Mode
Silent Mode Set ringtone, operation sounds, etc. not to sound to avoid disturbing others around you. Entering Silent Mode (Vibrate)  Entering Silent Mode (No Vibrate)  Silent Mode Cautions Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, Alarm, etc. sound even in Silent mode. Entering Silent Mode (Vibrate) Press Volume Up or Down Key 7/20...
Page 76 Icon changes to , and handset enters Silent mode (vibrate). Tap Silent mode icon to toggle between , and  Entering from Quick Settings Also use Quick Settings to enter Silent mode (vibrate). Flick Status Bar down Entering Silent Mode (No Vibrate) 8/20 Basic Operations...
Page 77 Press Volume Up or Down Key 9/20 Basic Operations...
Page 78 Icon changes to , and handset enters Silent mode (vibrate). While volume adjustment bar is shown, 10/20 Basic Operations...
Page 79 Icon changes to , and handset enters Silent mode (no vibrate). Tap Silent mode icon to toggle between , and  Entering from Quick Settings Also use Quick Settings to enter Silent mode (no vibrate). Flick Status Bar down 11/20 Basic Operations...
Page 80: Using Airplane Mode
Airplane Mode Disable all functions that emit signals. Handset stays powered on. Using Airplane Mode  Using Airplane Mode Flick Status Bar down 12/20 Basic Operations...
Page 81 Handset is in Airplane mode. Use same operation again while in Airplane mode to cancel.  13/20 Basic Operations...
Page 82: Text Entry
Text Entry Keyboards  QWERTY Keyboard Layout  Switching Character Types (Entry Modes)  Keyboards Enter text with onscreen QWERTY keyboard by Tapping each character individually, or by using Glide typing feature and sliding finger from character to character (on by default). Touch & Hold each character for extended characters.
Page 83: Qwerty Keyboard Layout
QWERTY Keyboard Layout ① Use the keyboard option menu. ② Enter a character. ③ Switch between all lower case and sentence case. Double-Tap for all upper case. ④ Toggle entry modes. ⑤ Use voice input. ⑥ Delete a character before cursor. ⑦...
Page 84: Switching Character Types (Entry Modes)
Switching Character Types (Entry Modes) In QWERTY keyboard, Tap Entry mode is changed to number and symbol mode. To enter more symbols, Tap  to back to alphabet mode.  16/20 Basic Operations...
Page 85: Updating Software Automatically
Updating Software Steps to update software depend on what is being updated in the software. Checking/updating does not incur transmission fees. Updating Software Automatically  Updating Software Manually  Software Update Cautions Signal Reception Operate handset where signal reception is good and without changing location. Also operate with adequate battery charge.
Page 86 In Home Screen, (Settings) System Advanced System update 18/20 Basic Operations...
Page 87 Follow onscreen instructions 19/20 Basic Operations...
Page 88 Software update starts. 20/20 Basic Operations...
Page 89: Handset Screens
Handset Screens Layout  Toggling Home Screen Sheets  Navigation Bar  Portrait Orientation & Landscape Orientation  Layout Item Description Flick down for Notifications Window. Continue and Flick screen down for Status Bar Quick Settings. Customize Area Place application shortcuts, folders, widgets freely. Place shortcuts (applications), folders, etc.
Page 90: Toggling Home Screen Sheets
Side Sense Bar Open Side Sense menu, return, open Multi Window menu, etc. Search for applications or search (Google) with entered words and Quick Search Box phrases. Toggling Home Screen Sheets Customize each Home Screen sheet with application shortcuts, widgets, etc. to make handset more convenient.
Page 91 Item Description (Back) Return to previous screen. Appears as onscreen keyboard; Tap to close keyboard. (Home) Tap for Home Screen. Touch & Hold for Google Assistant. (History) Show history of used applications to activate/exit them. Also capture screenshot of shown application, view in a pop-up window, or activate multi-window switch.
Page 92 handset is rotated horizontally. For details on Auto-rotate screen, see "Display Settings." Depending on the current screen, the orientation may not change even by changing handset  orientation. 4/13 Handset Interface...
Page 93: Status Bar
Status Bar Status Bar appears at the top of Display. Notification Indicators for new mail, etc. and Status Indicators for handset appear here. Status Bar Layout  Main Notification Indicators  Main Status Indicators  Status Bar Layout ① Notification Indicators ②...
Page 94: Main Status Indicators
Indicator Description Missed Call Call Arriving/Calling/Dialing Call on Hold New Answering Machine Message / Voicemail New Gmail New Text Message (SMS) / S! Mail / +Message Urgent News / Alert / etc. Wi-Fi Open Network Available USB Device Connected Sharing File via Bluetooth Data Uploading Data Downloading Application Update Available...
Page 95 Wi-Fi Connected Wi-Fi Connected without Internet Accessibility, or Unstable Wi-Fi Signal Bluetooth Connected Silent Mode (vibrate) Silent Mode (no vibrate) Do Not Disturb Obtaining Current Location Although "5G" may appear in standby (top of Display), this may change to "4G" with data communication then being by the 4G network.
Page 96: Using Notifications Window
Using Notifications Window Check Notification Indicators and the details in Notifications Window. Opening Notifications Window  Notifications Window Layout  Opening Notifications Window Flick Status Bar down Notifications Window opens. 8/13 Handset Interface...
Page 97: Notifications Window Layout
Closing Notifications Window Flick screen up Alternatively, Tap to close Notifications Window.  Notifications Window Layout ① Show portion of Quick Settings ② Show notifications (incoming calls, etc.) and active functions ③ Manage notifications ④ Show in pop-up window ⑤ Use notification details ⑥...
Page 98 In Notifications Window, Touch & Hold notification to change Priority/Default/Silent Apply Notification type is not changeable for some notifications.  Shown types depend on the notification.  10/13 Handset Interface...
Page 99: Using Quick Settings
Using Quick Settings Tap icons to toggle functions on/off, etc. Opening Quick Settings  Quick Settings Layout  Opening Quick Settings Flick Status Bar down 11/13 Handset Interface...
Page 100: Quick Settings
Flick screen down Quick Settings opens. Alternatively, Flick Status Bar down using two fingers.  Screen while Music Playing When playing back music with Music or other application, control panel appears in Quick Settings. Play, pause, etc. and change where to output audio. Quick Settings Closing Quick Settings Flick screen up...
Page 101: Quick Settings Layout
Quick Settings Layout ① Show current alarm setting, Silent mode, etc. ② Adjust brightness ③ Wi-Fi on/off ④ Bluetooth on/off ⑤ Enter/exit Airplane mode ⑥ Silent mode (vibrate) / Silent mode (no vibrate) / Silent mode (off) ⑦ Add, delete, and change order of Quick Settings ⑧...
Page 102: Placing/Answering Calls
Placing/Answering Calls Placing Calls  Answering Calls  In-Call Screen Layout/In-Call Operations  Phone Function Emergency Location Report Making emergency calls (110, 119 or 118) automatically reports handset location to corresponding agency (police, etc.). This system is referred to as Emergency Location Report, and notifies location based on positioning from base stations.
Page 103: Placing Calls
Placing Calls In Home Screen, (Phone) Phone opens. 2/47 Phone...
Page 104 Dialing screen opens. Tap dialpad to enter the other party's number 3/47 Phone...
Page 105 Enter area code first for calling landline numbers.  4/47 Phone...
Page 106 Handset dials number. Call begins when other party answers. To end the call, 5/47 Phone...
Page 107: Answering Calls
Call ends. Calling the Emergency Number When the Phone's Screen is Locked Flick Lock Screen up EMERGENCY Enter number for emergency service Available only when screen lock is set to "Pattern," "PIN," or "Password."  Hints Call does not connect Was the number dialed using the area code? Dial the number starting with "0."...
Page 108 Swipe (Flick) up when call is arriving Call begins. To end the call, 7/47 Phone...
Page 109 Call ends. Arriving Call Operations Cancelling Ringtone Press Volume Key or Power Key when call is arriving Rejecting Arriving Calls Swipe (Flick) down when call is arriving 8/47 Phone...
Page 110 In-Call Screen Layout/In-Call Operations ① Show image registered for contact ② Show name/number registered for other party ③ Appears for high-quality sound calls ④ Show dialing screen and send push signals during call ⑤ Mute your voice to the other party ⑥...
Page 111: Optional Services
Optional Services Use the following optional services. Optional Services  Using Call Forwarding  Using Voicemail  Using Call Waiting  Using Group Calling  Using Caller ID Notification  Using Outgoing Call Barring  Using Incoming Call Barring  Optional Services Use the following optional services.
Page 112: Using Call Forwarding
Using Call Forwarding In Home Screen, (Phone) Settings Calls Call service settings 11/47 Phone...
Page 113 Voice Mail / Call Forwarding 12/47 Phone...
Page 114 Voice Mail / Call Forwarding settings open. Voice Mail / Call Forwarding Call Forwarding ON 13/47 Phone...
Page 115 Ring Time Select ring time 14/47 Phone...
Page 116 Telephone Number of Forwarding Destination Enter phone number to forward to REGISTER 15/47 Phone...
Page 117 CONFIRM 16/47 Phone...
Page 118: Using Voicemail
Call Forwarding is activated. Using Voicemail In Home Screen, (Phone) 17/47 Phone...
Page 119 Settings Calls Call service settings 18/47 Phone...
Page 120 Voice Mail / Call Forwarding 19/47 Phone...
Page 121 Voice Mail / Call Forwarding settings open. Voice Mail / Call Forwarding Voice Mail ON 20/47 Phone...
Page 122 Ring Time Select ring time 21/47 Phone...
Page 123 CONFIRM 22/47 Phone...
Page 124: Using Call Waiting
Voicemail is activated. appears in Status Bar for new message. Flick Status Bar down and Tap Voicemail  notification, then follow the voice prompts. Using Call Waiting This service requires subscription. In Home Screen, (Phone) 23/47 Phone...
Page 125 Settings Calls Call service settings 24/47 Phone...
Page 126 for Call Waiting ( 25/47 Phone...
Page 127: Using Group Calling
Call Waiting is set. Tap icons to toggle set ( )/cancel (  If Call Waiting is set and a second call arrives during a call, Call Waiting tone is heard. Swipe  (Flick) up to begin call. Using Group Calling This service requires subscription.
Page 128 Dialing screen opens. Enter phone number 27/47 Phone...
Page 129 Call is added. When the other party answers, Merge 28/47 Phone...
Page 130: Using Caller Id Notification
Group Calling starts. Using Caller ID Notification In Home Screen, (Phone) 29/47 Phone...
Page 131 Settings Calls 30/47 Phone...
Page 132 Call settings open. Caller ID Hide number/Show number 31/47 Phone...
Page 133 Caller ID notification is set. Using Outgoing Call Barring Restrict calling/SMS. In Home Screen, (Phone) 32/47 Phone...
Page 134 Settings Calls Call service settings 33/47 Phone...
Page 135 Outgoing Call Barring 34/47 Phone...
Page 136 Tap outgoing restriction 35/47 Phone...
Page 137 Outgoing Call Barring is set. To disable Outgoing Call Barring, Tap Stop Barring of Outgoing Call.  Using Incoming Call Barring Restrict incoming calls. In Home Screen, (Phone) 36/47 Phone...
Page 138 Settings Calls Call service settings 37/47 Phone...
Page 139 Incoming Call Barring 38/47 Phone...
Page 140 Tap incoming restriction 39/47 Phone...
Page 141 Incoming Call Barring is set. To disable all Incoming Call Barring, Tap Stop Barring of Incoming Call.  40/47 Phone...
Page 142: Checking Your Phone Number
Phone Number Checking Your Phone Number  Checking Your Phone Number In Home Screen, (Settings) 41/47 Phone...
Page 143 About phone Your phone number appears below Phone number field. 42/47 Phone...
Page 144: Using Contacts
Using Contacts Save phone numbers, mail addresses, etc. to Contacts. Operation when logged in to a Google account is described as an example. Adding New Contacts  Contacts Cautions Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if Internal Battery is left uncharged for a long period.
Page 145 (Contacts) 44/47 Phone...
Page 146 Contacts appear. 45/47 Phone...
Page 147 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  Enter items Save 46/47 Phone...
Page 148 Contact is added. Saving Contacts from Dialing Screen Save a number entered in dialing screen directly to Contacts. In Home Screen, (Phone) Tap dialpad to enter number to save Create new contact Enter each item Save More details More fields to enter other items for contact.
Page 149 Sending Messages (+Message) Sending New Messages  Sending New Messages In Home Screen, (+Message) 1/11 Messaging...
Page 150 Message 2/11 Messaging...
Page 151 New message 3/11 Messaging...
Page 152 Tap destination 4/11 Messaging...
Page 153 Message window opens. To send to a phone number/email address not saved in contacts, Tap destination entry field at top  of Display Enter phone number/email address and create message. Tap message entry field 5/11 Messaging...
Page 154 Enter message 6/11 Messaging...
Page 155 Message is sent. 7/11 Messaging...
Page 156: Using Gmail
Using Gmail Use Google's webmail service. Use this service to exchange email. Creating/Sending Mail  Creating/Sending Mail In Home Screen, (Google) 8/11 Messaging...
Page 157 (Gmail) Mail list opens. Compose 9/11 Messaging...
Page 158 Mail composition window opens. Enter recipient/subject/mail text 10/11 Messaging...
Page 159 Message is sent. Operations when Composing Mail Adding Cc/Bcc In mail composition window, for "To" Enter recipient Attaching Files In mail composition window, Attach file Select file to attach Saving Mail Being Composed as a Draft (Send Later) In mail composition window, Save draft Deleting Mail Being Composed In mail composition window,...
Page 160: Using Chrome
Using Chrome Use Chrome simply by entering words to search and URLs. Using Chrome  Adding Bookmarks  TLS (Transport Layer Security) is a protocol for encrypting sent/received data. While in a screen connected by TLS, data is encrypted to safely send/receive private information, credit card numbers, corporate secrets, etc., and provide protection against online threats (eavesdropping, falsification, impersonation, etc.).
Page 161 Chrome opens. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  Tap entry box at top Internet...
Page 162 Enter words to search or URL Internet...
Page 163: Adding Bookmarks
Search results appear or a Website opens. Opening New Tabs Open several tabs to switch between Websites easily. In Chrome, New tab To switch between tabs, Tap next to entry field at top of Display and Tap tab  (number in icon indicates opened tabs). Adding Bookmarks In Home Screen, (Chrome)
Page 164 Chrome opens. Show Website to add Internet...
Page 165 Internet...
Page 166 Internet...
Page 167 Current Website is added to Bookmarks. Bookmark Operations Editing Bookmarks In Chrome, Bookmarks Touch & Hold target bookmark Edit items Alternatively, Tap of bookmark Edit.  Deleting Bookmarks In Chrome, Bookmarks Touch & Hold target bookmark Alternatively, Tap of bookmark Delete.
Page 168: Capturing Still Images/Videos
Capturing Still Images/Videos Photo Pro (Photography Pro) has a BASIC mode for easily capturing still images and videos as your smartphone's camera, as well as AUTO／P／S／M modes that can be used as on a real camera. How to capture using BASIC mode is described as an example.
Page 169: Capturing Still Images
Capturing Still Images In Home Screen, (Photo Pro) Viewfinder appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  Alternatively, Long Press Camera Key for one second or more, or Press Power Key twice, or in  Lock Screen, Swipe (Flick) upward to the left to quick-activate Photo Pro. If there is no operation on Viewfinder, Photo Pro operation ends.
Page 170 to switch to "Photo" Viewfinder ( Aim Camera at subject Check Viewfinder, then 3/11 Camera...
Page 171: Capturing Videos
Shutter clicks and still image is saved. Capturing Videos In Home Screen, (Photo Pro) 4/11 Camera...
Page 172 Viewfinder appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  Alternatively, Long Press Camera Key for one second or more, or Press Power Key twice, or in  Lock Screen, Swipe (Flick) upward to the left to quick-activate Photo Pro. If there is no operation on Viewfinder, Photo Pro operation ends. ...
Page 173 Aim Camera at subject Check Viewfinder, then 6/11 Camera...
Page 174 Video capturing starts. To pause, Tap or to resume, Tap  To stop recording, 7/11 Camera...
Page 175 Video capturing stops and video is saved. 8/11 Camera...
Page 176: Viewing Still Images/Videos (Photos)
Viewing Still Images/Videos (Photos) Showing Still Images/Videos  Showing Still Images/Videos Show captured or downloaded still images/videos. Supported file formats with Photos are as follows. Type File Format Still image BMP, GIF, HEIC, ICO, JPG, PNG, TIFF, WEBP, some Raw files Video 3GP, 3G2, ASF, AVI, DIVX, M2T, M2TS, M4V, MKV, MMV, MOD, MOV, MP4, MPG, MTS, TOD, WMV...
Page 177 Still image/video list opens. Tap still image/video 10/11 Camera...
Page 178 Still image/video window opens. Tap still image/video window to show/hide menu and other icons.  Flick still image/video window up to show captured date & time.  To select other files, in still image/video window, select file again or Flick still image/video window ...
Page 179 Applications Setting Required Permissions for Applications  Setting Required Permissions for Applications Set the operation of applications when activating for the first time. The type and content of a confirmation differs with the application. Activating (Music) for the first time is described as an example. An application may not function correctly if permission to use it was not set.
Page 180 （Music） ALLOW 2/15 Application Basics...
Page 181 Settings are complete. Shown setting items depend on the function having permission set.  For several functions, continue in the same way.  Other Ways to Set Required Permissions for Applications Setting Functions to Use for Each Application In Home Screen, (Settings) Apps &...
Page 182: Adding Applications
Adding Applications Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from Google Play™. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enable manual or automatic updates. Log in to your Google account beforehand. Installing Free Applications  Purchasing Paid Applications  Updating Applications ...
Page 183 Google Play appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  Tap free application 5/15 Application Basics...
Page 184 Install 6/15 Application Basics...
Page 185: Purchasing Paid Applications
Application is downloaded and installed. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  Purchasing Paid Applications In Home Screen, (Play Store) 7/15 Application Basics...
Page 186 Google Play appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  Tap paid application 8/15 Application Basics...
Page 187 Tap amount 9/15 Application Basics...
Page 188 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  10/15 Application Basics...
Page 189 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  11/15 Application Basics...
Page 190 Application is downloaded and installed. Purchased Applications Payment Pay only once. Redownloads of uninstalled applications are free of charge. On Other Android™ Devices Install an application on any Android device under the same Google account for free. Requesting Refunds Refund is possible within a limited time. By requesting a refund, the application is deleted and the charge is cancelled.
Page 191: Updating Applications
Updating Applications In Home Screen, (Play Store) Google Play appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  Tap account icon at right of search bar Manage apps & device 13/15 Application Basics...
Page 192 Manage Updates available Tap application to update Update 14/15 Application Basics...
Page 193 Application is updated. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  Setting Application Updates Setting Automatic Updates for Applications In Google Play, Tap account icon at right of search bar Settings Network preferences Auto-update apps Set update method Setting Automatic Updates for Individual Applications In Google Play, Tap account icon at right of search bar Manage apps &...
Page 194: Selecting A Network Connection
Connecting by Wi-Fi Handset supports Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Access the Internet via a household Wi-Fi connection environment. Selecting a Network Connection  Selecting a Network Connection In Home Screen, (Settings) 1/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 195 Network & internet Wi-Fi 2/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 196 Wi-Fi open. Use Wi-Fi 3/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 197 Wi-Fi is enabled. Wi-Fi networks are scanned. Available networks appear after scanning.  Use Wi-Fi to toggle on ( )/off (  Tap Wi-Fi network 4/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 198 Enter password CONNECT 5/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 199 Handset is connected. The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the  router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider. Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected.
Page 200: Using Bluetooth Function
Using Bluetooth Function Connect to a Bluetooth-capable wireless phone, etc. for calls or to a hands-free device such as a headset. Enabling Bluetooth Function  Bluetooth Function Cautions Information may not appear correctly on both devices depending on the transferred data. Enabling Bluetooth Function In Home Screen, (Settings)
Page 201 Device connection 8/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 202 Screen for connecting device opens. Connection preferences 9/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 203 Bluetooth 10/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 204 Bluetooth settings open. 11/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 205 Bluetooth function is enabled. To disable Bluetooth function, Tap  12/12 Wi-Fi／Bluetooth...
Page 206: Handset Settings
Handset Settings Main setting options are described. Shown items and their arrangement may differ depending on current settings, etc. Handset Settings  Handset Settings Customize operation of handset functions. Handset settings include the following items. Item Description Network & internet Make network and Internet settings for Wi-Fi, mobile networks, etc.
Page 207 In Home Screen, (Settings) Handset settings open. Select item to set 2/26 Handset Settings...
Page 208 Settings open. 3/26 Handset Settings...
Page 209: Data Usage Settings
Data Usage Settings Check mobile data traffic and set limit. Data Usage Settings  Data Usage Operations Viewing Data Usage with Wi-Fi In Home Screen, (Settings) Network & internet Wi-Fi Wi-Fi data usage Enabling Mobile Data In Home Screen, (Settings) Network &...
Page 210 Mobile network 5/26 Handset Settings...
Page 211 App data usage 6/26 Handset Settings...
Page 212 Mobile data usage window opens. 7/26 Handset Settings...
Page 213: Battery Settings
Battery Settings Check Battery usage, make settings to save battery power, etc. Battery Settings  Battery Settings Items that can be checked/set are the following. Item Description Battery level and estimated Check Battery and time remaining based on current usage. time until depletion Apps are running normally Battery usage, etc appear.
Page 214: Display Settings
Display Settings Set screen brightness, font size, etc. Display Settings  Display Settings Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description Image quality settings Make settings for color gamut, contrast, and high-quality processing when playing back videos. White balance Set white balance.
Page 215: Sound Settings
Assign specific sounds to any position, including above your head, as well as reposition them. ・360 Spatial Sound A unique sound technology from Sony that takes normal stereo sound and puts you in an immersive sound space. ・DSEE Ultimate Enable accurate, scaled-up replay of compressed sound files and CD-level sound using AI technology.
Page 216 Phone ringtone Set phone ringtone. Notification sound Set notification sound. Default alarm ringtone Set alarm ringtone. Dial pad tones Enable confirmation tones when Dialpad Tapped. Screen locking sound Enable tone when locking or unlocking screen. Charging sounds and Enable tone when charging starts. vibration Touch sounds Enable tones for Tap operation.
Page 217: Security Settings
Security Settings Set security functions such as screen lock, PIN, etc. Security Settings  Enabling SIM PIN  Changing SIM PIN  Setting Screen Not to Lock In Home Screen, (Settings) Security Screen lock None If method for unlocking screen is setting other than None Swipe before changing setting, first...
Page 218: Enabling Sim Pin
Enabling SIM PIN When PIN is enabled, a window for entering PIN appears to allow handset use each time handset is powered on with SIM Card installed. In Home Screen, (Settings) Security SIM card lock Lock SIM card Enter PIN 13/26 Handset Settings...
Page 219: Changing Sim Pin
PIN is enabled. PIN Cautions Entering incorrect PIN three consecutive times activates PIN Lock. To cancel, Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) is required; contact Customer Service. Entering incorrect PUK ten consecutive times locks SIM Card, disabling handset. For recovery, SIM Card must be reissued at a SoftBank (fees apply).
Page 220 SIM card lock Change SIM PIN Enter current PIN Enter new PIN Re-enter new PIN 15/26 Handset Settings...
Page 221 PIN is changed. 16/26 Handset Settings...
Page 222: System Settings
System Settings Check and make settings for languages & input, gestures, date & time, backup, reset, system update, etc. System Settings  Languages & Input Operations Setting Handset Language In Home Screen, (Settings) System Languages & input Languages Add a language Tap language Tap region Language appearing at top is used.
Page 223: Other Settings
Other Settings Network & Internet Settings  Device Connection Settings  Appearance Settings  Apps & notifications Settings  Storage Settings  Privacy Settings  Location Settings  Accounts Settings  Accessibility Settings  Digital Wellbeing & parental controls Settings ...
Page 224 Enable software install wizard to appear when connected to a computer. ・External monitor Connect to a camera such as the Sony α (alpha) or an external device such as a computer and use handset as a monitor. After 19/26 Handset Settings...
Page 225: Appearance Settings
setting this option on, (External monitor) appears in app list. ・DUALSHOCK™ 4 Set handset to be controllable by wireless controller (DUALSHOCK™ 4). ・Printing Set printing from handset to be possible with a printer. Shown screen depends on connected device. Appearance Settings Set wallpaper, ambient display, clock design, etc.
Page 226: Storage Settings
Appears after Tapping "Advanced." Storage Settings Check internal and SD Card storage, mount SD Card, and delete SD Card data. Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description DEVICE STORAGE Check used space/total space on handset. Internal shared storage Check used space/total space in internal storage.
Page 227: Accounts Settings
RECENT LOCATION Show applications recently using location. REQUESTS See all to show all applications recently using location. App access to location Permit use of location information per individual application. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Permit Wi-Fi and Bluetooth scanning for improvement of functions scanning and services that use location information.
Page 228 Magnification Set screen to be enlargeable. Color correction Compensate colors when red and green are hard to distinguish. Color inversion Enable inverted screen colors. Large mouse pointer Enable a large pointer when using a mouse. Remove animations Remove animation effect when Tapping on ( )/off ( ) icon and when screen changes.
Page 229: Google Settings
handset and each application. Bedtime mode Change Display to monochrome or enable Do Not Disturb at preset time. Focus mode Pause applications that might be a distraction. Manage notifications Set notifications on/off for apps that have recently sent notifications. Do Not Disturb Enable/disable Do Not Disturb.
Page 230: About Phone Settings
Google. Parental Controls Use family link for parents and remotely manage handset and limit handset use time. Personalize using shared Let Google applications use on-device data saved by applications data and other providers. Set up & restore ・Restore contacts Restore backed up contacts. ・Set up nearby device Make settings for a device near handset.
Page 231 Up time Check up time. Build number Check build number. 26/26 Handset Settings...
Page 232: Global Roaming
Global Roaming Handset is Global Roaming Service eligible. Use the same handset number outside Japan. Handset connects to an appropriate cellular provider automatically by default. A specific carrier can also be selected manually. Change communications method and roaming settings as needed. Setting the Carrier ...
Page 233 Mobile network Advanced 2/18 Global Services...
Page 234 Automatically select network 3/18 Global Services...
Page 235 Disable ( ) to search for available networks.  Tap network to connect to 4/18 Global Services...
Page 236 The selected carrier is set. Changing Roaming Setting In Home Screen, (Settings) Network & internet 5/18 Global Services...
Page 237 Mobile network 6/18 Global Services...
Page 238 Roaming 7/18 Global Services...
Page 239 Roaming setting is changed. Roaming to toggle on ( )/off (  If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.  8/18 Global Services...
Page 240: Making Calls While Abroad
Making Calls while Abroad See SoftBank Website to learn about roaming areas/services, etc. https://www.softbank.jp/en/mobile/service/global/ International Calls to Japan and Other Countries/Regions from Abroad  Calls to Landline Phones/Cell Phones in Country/Region of Stay  International Calls to Japan and Other Countries/Regions from Abroad In Home Screen, (Phone)
Page 241 Phone opens. 10/18 Global Services...
Page 242 Dialing screen opens. Touch & Hold 11/18 Global Services...
Page 243 "+" is entered. Enter country code then other party number (omit first 0) 12/18 Global Services...
Page 244 Do not omit first 0 from phone numbers when dialing Italy (39).  13/18 Global Services...
Page 245 Handset dials number. Call begins when other party answers. Calls to Landline Phones/Cell Phones in Country/Region of Stay Place calls the same way you would within Japan. Do not enter country code or omit first 0 from phone numbers.  In Home Screen, (Phone) 14/18...
Page 246 Phone opens. 15/18 Global Services...
Page 247 Dialing screen opens. Tap dialpad to enter the other party's number 16/18 Global Services...
Page 248 17/18 Global Services...
Page 249 Handset dials number. Call begins when other party answers. 18/18 Global Services...
Page 250: Warranty And After-Sales Service
Warranty & After-Sales Service Warranty  After-Sales Service  Warranty The warranty period is 1 year from the date of newly purchase.  Repairs will be done based on terms of repair service. Terms of repair service is referred to ...
Page 251: Further Inquiries
is discontinued. Repair may not be possible because of a shortage of repair parts even during the warranty period. Further inquiries For more information on after-sales service, contact a nearby SoftBank Shop or Customer Service. Warranty／Specifications／Customer Service...
Page 252: Specifications
Specifications Handset  Handset Item Description Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 68 × 157 × 8.2 mm Weight Approx. 168 g Continuous Talk Time 4G (LTE): Approx. 1,850 minutes Continuous Standby Time 4G (FDD-LTE): Approx. 510 hours Charging Time Approx.
Page 253: Customer Service
Customer Service If you encounter any difficulties or are unsure of anything, contact customer service. SoftBank Customer Support  Smartphone Technical Support Center  SoftBank Customer Support From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 157  From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0157 ...
Page 254: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Read safety precautions before using handset. Observe precautions to avoid injury to self or others, or damage to property. Safety Precautions  Handset, AC Charger (Optional Accessory) (Common)  Handset  AC Charger (Optional Accessory)  SIM Card ...
Page 255 Mark Descriptions Prohibited actions Disassembly prohibited Exposure to liquids prohibited Use with wet hands prohibited Compulsory actions Unplug AC Charger from outlet Handset, AC Charger (Optional Accessory) (Common) Do not use, store, leave in a high temperature or heat accumulating place (e.g. near fire or heater appliances, under kotatsu or bedding, in direct sunlight, inside a sun-heated car, etc.) May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.
Page 256 Do not charge when handset or related accessory is wet with liquids such as water (drinking water, sweat, sea water, urine of pets, etc.) Do not charge where handset can come in contact with water. May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. For water resistance, see "Water Resistance/Dustproofing."...
Page 257 come into Charging Terminals or USB Type-C Port/Headset Jack. May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. For water resistance, see "Water Resistance/Dustproofing." Use optional accessories specified by SoftBank. Using unspecified accessories may cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. Do not drop, stomp, throw, or otherwise subject to strong force, impact, or vibration.
Page 258 filling. Ignition of flammable gas may cause explosion, fire, etc. Take the following actions, exercising caution, in case of abnormal smell, noise, smoke, heat generation, discoloring or deformation while using, charging, or storing. -Disconnect the power plug from an outlet -Power off handset Continued use may cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.
Page 259 Handset temperature may become high when used continuously or while charging. Avoid continued contact with handset for a long time involuntarily such as by placing handset in clothes pocket, falling asleep, etc. While using apps, calling, transmitting data, watching TV or videos, or charging Internal Battery, the temperature of handset or AC Charger (optional accessory) may become high.
Page 260 Do not light up or flash the light toward a driver of a car. May hinder driving and cause accidents, etc. Do not look at a repeatedly blinking screen for a long time. May cause twitches, loss of consciousness, etc. Do not put liquid such as water (drinking water, sweat, sea water, urine of pets, etc.), metal, or flammable object into SIM Card/SD Card Slot.
Page 261 Too loud volume may cause inability to hear ambient sound and may also cause an accident. Users with heart conditions should adjust vibration and ringtone volume as needed. Handset suddenly vibrating and ringing for a new call may startle and affect persons with heart conditions.
Page 262 When using the motion sensor, ensure the safety of the surroundings and hold handset firmly, not swinging around more than necessary. Failure to do so may cause accidents such as injury. If Display is broken, do not allow the leaked internal substance to contact the skin of your face or hands, or clothes.
Page 263 Continuing its use may cause itching, rashes, eczema, or other symptoms depending on the user's physical condition. For the material of each parts, see "Material List." Make sure that metallic pieces (cutter blade, staples, etc.) are not adhered to Earpiece/Speaker (middle top), Speaker (bottom left, back), vibrator area (bottom right, back) since magnetic parts are included.
Page 264 May cause electric shock, etc. Do not short circuit Charging Terminals when it is connected to a power outlet. Also, do not allow body parts such as your hands or fingers to contact Charging Terminals. May cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc. Do not put heavy objects on the cord of AC Charger (optional accessory) or pull it strongly.
Page 265 AC Charger for global use:100V to 240V AC (Household AC power outlet only) Wipe off dust on the power plug. Using with dust adhered may cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc. Firmly insert the power plug of AC Charger (optional accessory) to an outlet. Failure to do so may cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc.
Page 266 When cleaning, disconnect the power plug from an outlet. Failure to do so may cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc. Do not touch AC Charger (optional accessory) that is connected to an outlet continuously. May cause burns, etc. SIM Card When handling SIM Cards, be careful of the cut surface so as not to hurt your body parts such as fingers.
Page 267: Material List
Handset radio waves may interfere with implanted pacemakers or defibrillators causing such devices to malfunction. Observe each medical facility's instruction when using handset. Handset radio waves may affect electronic medical equipment. Material List Xperia 5 III Main Unit  Part Material/Surface Treatment Exterior case (top, bottom, side,...
Page 268: Important Product Information
Important Product Information Handset, SIM Card, AC Charger (Optional Accessory) (Common)  Charging  Display (Touchscreen)  Volume  Rising Handset Temperature  Earpiece/Speaker  Technical Conformity  Fingerprint Authentication  Forcibly Powering Off  Handset, SIM Card, AC Charger (Optional Accessory) (Common) Do not get wet.
Page 269 Lithium-ion batteries are precious, recyclable resources. Do not discard of old handsets,  batteries, or chargers with ordinary waste, and instead bring them to the nearest shop with the Mobile Recycle Network mark. Storing handset with full-charged or insufficient battery level deteriorates battery performance. It ...
Page 270: Display / Touch-Screen
Service. Using application while charging may shorten Internal Battery life.  Display (Touchscreen) Handset uses a touchscreen Display. Operate with your fingers on Display.  Touch with your fingers lightly. Do not press forcibly with fingers or push with a sharp-pointed ...
Page 271: Technical Conformity
Earpiece/Speaker Handset earpiece is also used as a speaker. Loud sound may be heard from the speaker when playing sound, for arriving incoming calls, etc. Subjecting your ears to loud sound may affect your hearing ability. Use Earpiece/Speaker with care to prevent your ears from being subject to loud sound.
Page 272: Forcibly Powering Off
fingerprint may be difficult or authentication performance may degrade. Washing/wiping hands, using different finger, etc. may improve capability. - Wrinkled after taking a bath, etc. - Wet with water, sweat, etc. - Dried - Covered with grease (e.g. hand cream) - Dirty with mud or grease - Rough or injured (cut, inflammation, etc.) - Abraded and faded...
Page 273: Notes On Using Bluetooth Devices
Bluetooth/Wi-Fi (WLAN) Frequencies  Notes on Using Bluetooth Devices  Reception Interference Caused by Wi-Fi (WLAN) Devices  Wi-Fi (WLAN)  Notes on Using 2.4 GHz Devices  Notes on Using 5 GHz Devices  Reception Interference Caused by Bluetooth Devices ...
Page 274 specified low power radio stations (radio stations requiring no license) and amateur radio stations (hereinafter referred to as "another station.") Before using handset Bluetooth function, confirm that premises radio stations, specified low  power radios and amateur radios are not in use nearby. In the event of handset causing harmful radio wave interference with "another station,"...
Page 275: Notes On Using 2.4 Ghz Devices
Notes on Using 2.4 GHz Devices WLAN devices operate on the same frequency band used by home electric appliances such as microwave ovens, industrial, scientific and medical equipment, premises radio stations for identifying mobile units used in the manufacturing lines of plants (radio stations requiring a license), specified low power radio stations (radio stations requiring no license) and amateur radio stations.
Page 276: Water Resistance/Dustproofing
Water Resistance/Dustproofing Handset complies with IPX5 , IPX8 water resistance standards and IP6X dustproof standard with SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover firmly closed. 1 Protection against water jet (at 12.5 L/minute from every direction from a distance of approximately 3 m for over 3 minutes through 6.3 mm nozzle) 2 Protection against seepage when slowly submerged in still tap water at room temperature to depth of 1.5 m for 30 minutes 3 Protection against dust ingress when being placed in an apparatus with grit and dust...
Page 277 Do not get any liquid other than room temperature tap water on handset, or soak it in such liquid.  Firmly close SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover. Even a fine particle (one hair, one grain of sand, tiny  fiber, etc.) put between the port contact surfaces may allow water or dust to ingress. Do not push Earpiece/Speaker, Mic, Speaker, Second Mic, USB Type-C Port, or Headset Jack ...
Page 278 Do not use USB Type-C Port or Headset Jack if wet or dirty/dusty. May lose water resistance,  cause electric shock or short circuit, resulting in malfunction, fire, or burns. Do not leave handset in a humid place for a long time. Take handset out from bathroom after ...
Page 279 Wipe off water drained from handset with clean cloth etc. Turn Earpiece/Speaker, Mic, Speaker, USB Type-C Port, Second Mic, Headset Jack, Power  Key/Fingerprint Sensor, Volume/Zoom Up/Down Key, Google Assistant Key, Camera Key and SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover, Camera ring (around main camera) face down onto cloth etc. to drain water.
Page 280 Type-C connector may cause electric shock or short circuit, resulting in fire, burns, or malfunctions. Do not use AC Charger (optional accessory), USB Type-C cable (commercially available) in a  bathroom, shower room, kitchen, lavatory or other highly humid area. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
Page 281: Export Controls And Regulations
Export Controls and Regulations Export Controls and Regulations  Export Controls and Regulations The products may be subject to the application of the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act and other related laws and regulations in Japan. In addition, the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) of the United States may be applicable. In cases of exporting or reexporting the products, customers are requested to follow the necessary procedures at their own responsibility and cost.
Page 282: Intellectual Property Rights
® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and  any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and their subsidiaries is under license. Wi-Fi ® is a trademark or registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance ®...
Page 283 MPEG LA, LLC (See https://www.mpegla.com). MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. "ソニー" and "SONY", as well as product names, service names, and logomarks used in this  instruction manual are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony or its affiliates. All other product names, service names, company names, and logomarks are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their owners.
Page 284 respective owners. 31/36 Safety Precautions...
Page 285: Rf Exposure Information/Specific Absorption Rate (Sar) Information
RF Exposure Information/Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information "A103SO" here refers to this mobile phone "Xperia 5 III". Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for This Product (for Japan)  European RF Exposure Information  FCC RF Exposure Information  Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for This Product (for...
Page 286: European Rf Exposure Information
*** The value is under simultaneous transmission use conditions. **** Use at positions other than at the ear This mobile phone may be used at positions other than at the ear. By using an accessory such as a belt clip holster that maintains a 1.5 cm separation with no metal (parts) between it and the body and the mobile phone, this mobile phone will comply with international guidelines for radio wave protection.
Page 287: Fcc Rf Exposure Information
FCC RF Exposure Information Your handset is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organization through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies.
Page 288: Fcc Statement For The Usa
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any change or modification not expressly approved by Sony may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 289: End User Licence Agreement
Failure to comply with any of these terms and conditions will terminate the licence immediately. Sony and its third party suppliers and licensors retain all rights, title and interest in and to the software. To the extent that the software contains material or code of a third party, such third parties shall be beneficiaries of these terms.

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