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User guide
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Xperia TX
LT29i
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Contents Important information..................................................................7 Android™ – what and why?.........................................................8 Applications.......................................................................................8 Getting started..............................................................................9 Assembly...........................................................................................9 Turning the phone on a
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Backing up contacts........................................................................47 Messaging...................................................................................48 Using text and multimedia messaging.............................................48 Text and multimedia message options............................................49 Email............................................................................................51 Using email...................................
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NFC..............................................................................................75 NFC detection area..........................................................................75 Connecting to wireless networks.............................................77 Wi-Fi® .............................................................................................77 Virtual private networks (VPNs)........................................................80 Web browser......................
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Preparing to play phone content on DLNA Certified™ devices....119 Playing phone content on other DLNA Certified™ devices...........120 Bluetooth™ wireless technology............................................121 Naming your phone.......................................................................121 Pairing with another Bluetooth™ device.......................................121 Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth™ technology.........122 Connecting your phone to a computer...........
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My wired headset does not work...................................................144 I cannot transfer content between my phone and the computer, when using a USB cable................................................................145 I cannot use Internet-based services.............................................145 Error messages..............................................................................145 Recycling your phone..............................................................1
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Important information Please read the Important information leaflet before you use your mobile phone. Some of the services and features described in this User guide are not supported in all countries/regions or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. Without limitation, this applies to the GSM International Emergency Number, 112. Please contact your network operator or service provider to determine availability of any specific service or feature and whether additional access or us
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Android™ – what and why? Your Xperia smartphone from Sony runs on the Android platform. Android phones can perform many of the same functions as a computer and you can customise them to your own needs. For example, you can add and delete applications, or enhance existing applications to improve functionality. On Google Play™ you can download a range of applications and games from a constantly growing collection. You can also integrate applications on your Android™ phone with other applications a
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Getting started Assembly To remove the battery cover • Insert the tip of your finger firmly into the opening on the side of the phone, between the phone and the battery cover. Then lift up the cover slowly but firmly. Do not use sharp objects that may damage parts of the phone. To remove the battery 1 Remove the battery cover. 2 Place the tip of your finger into the opening on the bottom side of the battery and lift up the battery. To insert the memory card and the micro SIM card • Turn off your
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1 Place the cover over the back of the phone so that the camera lens hole in the cover fits over the camera lens. 2 Press down firmly on all edges of the battery cover to make sure it gets attached tightly. Turning the phone on and off To turn on the phone 1 Press and hold down the power key on the left side of the phone until the phone vibrates. 2 If your screen goes dark, briefly press the power key to activate the screen. 3 To unlock the screen, drag to the right across the screen. 4 Enter
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phone to your specific needs. You can also access the setup guide later from the Application screen. To access the setup guide manually 1 From the Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Setup guide. Accounts and services Sign in to your online service accounts from your phone and benefit from a range of services. Combine services and get even more out of them. For example, collect contacts from your Google™ and Facebook™ accounts and integrate them into your phonebook, so you have everything in one p
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Getting to know your phone Phone overview 1. Light sensor 10. Power key 2. Proximity sensor 11. Headset connector 3. Ear speaker 12. Camera lens 4. Front camera lens 13. Camera LED light 5. Notification LED 14. Second microphone 6. Volume/Zoom key 15. Strap hole 7. Camera key 16. Speaker 8. Main microphone 17. NFC detection area 9. Touchscreen 18. Connector for charger/USB cable 12 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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Using the keys Back • Go back to the previous screen • Close the on-screen keypad, a dialog box, an options menu, or the Notification panel Home • Go to the Home screen Task • Tap to open a window showing your most recently used applications and a small apps bar Battery Charging the battery Your phone battery is partly charged when you buy the phone. When you connect the phone charger cable to a power source, such as a USB port or a phone charger, it may take a few minutes before the battery ico
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1 Plug the phone charger into a power outlet. 2 Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a computer). 3 Plug the other end of the cable into the micro USB port on your phone, with the USB symbol facing up. The battery status LED lights up when charging starts. If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few minutes before the LED lights up after you connect the phone charger cable to a power source. 4 When the battery status LED is green, the phone is fu
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• Turn off your phone or activate the Airplane mode setting if you are in an area with no network coverage. Otherwise, your phone repeatedly scans for available networks, and this consumes power. • Use a Sony original handsfree device to listen to music. Handsfree devices demand less battery power than the phone's loudspeakers. • Keep your phone in standby whenever possible. Standby time refers to the time during which the phone is connected to the network and is not being used. • Disable any li
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When your phone is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens to save battery power, and locks automatically. This lock prevents unwanted actions on the touchscreen when you are not using it. You can also set personal locks to protect your subscription and make sure only you can access your phone content. Your phone screen is made from glass. Do not touch the screen if the glass is cracked or shattered. Avoid trying to repair a damaged screen yourself. Glass screens are sensit
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To scroll • Drag or flick your finger in the direction you want to scroll on the screen. To scroll more quickly, flick your finger in the direction you want to go on the screen. To flick • To scroll more quickly, flick your finger in the direction you want to go on the screen. You can wait for the scrolling movement to stop by itself, or you can stop it immediately by tapping the screen. Sensors Your phone has sensors that detect both light and proximity. The light sensor detects the ambient lig
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To view missed calls from the lockscreen 1 To activate the screen, briefly press the power key . 2 Drag to the right across the screen. To view new text messages from the lockscreen 1 To activate the screen, briefly press the power key . 2 Drag to the right across the screen. To play an audio track from the lockscreen 1 To activate the screen, briefly press the power key . 2 To display music player controls, place a finger on the time and date area and flick to the left. 3 Tap . To pause an audi
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To go to the Home screen • Press . To browse the Home screen • Flick right or left. To share an item from your Home screen 1 Press to open your Home screen. 2 Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the phone vibrates, then drag the item to . 3 Select an option and confirm, if necessary. You can now share the applications and widgets you like with your friends so they can download and use them. Widgets Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Home screen. For examp
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To delete an item from the Home screen • Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the phone vibrates, then drag the item to . To create a folder on the Home screen 1 Press to open your Home screen. 2 Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it magnifies and the phone vibrates, then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut. 3 Enter a name for the folder and tap Done. To add items to a folder • Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the phone vibra
