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- Page 1 X10 mini Extended User guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Conference calls...26 Call settings...26 Contacts ...28 Contact details screen...29 Favourites ...30 Messaging...32 SMS and MMS...32 Email...34 Google Talk™ ...35 Sony Ericsson Timescape™...37 The Timescape™ start screen...37 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. - Page 3 Applications and content...41 PlayNow™...41 Android™ Market...43 Managing applications...43 Copyright-protected content...44 Getting organised...45 Calendar...45 Notes...46 Alarm clock...47 Synchronising...49 Sony Ericsson Sync...49 Google™ sync...50 Wi-Fi™...51 Before using Wi-Fi™...51 Wi-Fi™ network status...51 Advanced Wi-Fi™ settings...52 Web browser...54 Before using the web...54 Browsing the web...54 Toolbar...55 Browser settings...56...
- Page 4 Videos ...67 Using the video player...67 YouTube™...67 Camera...69 Viewfinder and camera controls...69 Using the camera...69 Camera album...73 Sharing photos and videos...74 Location services...75 Using GPS technology...75 Google Maps™...75 Getting driving directions...76 Locking and protecting your phone...77 IMEI number...77 SIM card protection...77 Screen unlock pattern...78 Updating your phone...79 Updating your phone wirelessly...79...
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Page 5: Getting Started
Getting started 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. -
Page 6: Internet And Messaging Settings
Sony Ericsson account. This way you can transfer information from your old phone to the Sony Ericsson account, and then transfer it to your new phone. You can set up a Sony Ericsson account from the Sony Ericsson Sync application in your phone, or by going to www.sonyericsson.com/user from your computer. -
Page 7: Turning The Phone On And Off
For example, you need to know if the account type is POP3 or IMAP. Sony Ericsson Timescape™ settings Sony Ericsson Timescape™ collects all the communication events at one place and keeps you updated with messages, missed calls from your contacts and friends in Facebook™... -
Page 8: Getting To Know Your Phone
Getting to know your phone Phone overview Notification LED Ear speaker Power key/screen lock Proximity sensor Light sensor Volume key Touch screen Menu key Home key Back key Camera key Speaker Camera lens Camera light Strap hole 3.5 mm headset connector Connector for charger/USB cable To use the strap hole Remove the cover. -
Page 9: Charging The Battery
Charging the battery The phone battery is partly charged when you buy the phone. It may take a few minutes before the battery icon appears on the screen when you connect the phone to a power source. You can still use your phone while it is charging. The battery will start to discharge a little after it is fully charged and then charges again after a certain time. -
Page 10: Memory
Memory You can save content on a memory card and in the phone memory. Music, video clips and photos are saved on the memory card while applications, contacts and messages are saved in the phone memory. Memory card You may have to purchase a memory card separately. Your phone supports a microSD™... -
Page 11: Notification Led
Notification LED The Notification LED (Light-emitting diode) is located at the top of the phone. It provides information on the phone status and on pending notifications. LED status Green The battery is fully charged Flashing red The battery level is low. Orange The battery is charging. -
Page 12: Status Bar
Back • Go back to the previous screen • Close the onscreen keypad, a dialog box, an options menu, or the Notifications panel Status bar A status bar at the top of the screen displays phone status information and notifications. Notification icons appear on the left side of the status bar. -
Page 13: Notification Icons
Notification icons The following notification icons may appear on your screen: New email message New text message/multimedia message Problem with text message/multimedia message delivery New instant message New voicemail Upcoming calendar event Song is playing Problem with sign-in/sync Storage card is full Wi-Fi™... - Page 14 To zoom • When available, tap • Touch, hold and drag upwards or downwards to zoom in or out. You may have to drag your finger on the screen (in any direction) to make the zoom icons appear. Scrolling You can scroll up or down, and on some webpages you can also scroll to the sides. Dragging or flicking will not activate anything on the screen.
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Page 15: Notification Panel
To use the index icon From any alphabetical list, flick up or down to make Touch, hold and drag up or down to browse to an index letter. Notification panel In the Notification panel, notification icons are displayed in a detailed view. You can open notifications, such as messages, reminders, or event notifications directly from the Notification panel. -
Page 16: Applications Panes
Janua nuary 7, 2 7, 2 7 7 010 7 7 010 To view the extended Home screen • Drag your finger to the sides of the screen. To change the Home screen wallpaper Press Tap Change wallpaper. Select an option. To add widgets to the Home screen Press Tap Arrange widgets. - Page 17 Shows which applications pane you are in To open the applications panes You can open the applications panes by different ways. • From the Home screen, drag • From the Home screen, tap • Flick the Home screen upwards. • From the Home screen, press To browse the applications panes •...
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Page 18: Applications Overview
From the Home screen, press Tap Arrange icons. Touch and hold an item in the applications pane and then drag it to one of the corners. You can also interchange an item between applications panes and any corner. Press to exit the edit mode. You can also add your favourite bookmarks as corners or drag them away from the corners to the applications panes. -
Page 19: Recently Used Applications Window
Photo fun Edit your photos Timer Counts down time Stopwatch Keep track of time Sony Ericsson Sync Synchronise your contacts, calendar and more using SonyEricsson.com Timescape™ Keeps track of all daily communication events, in the phone and in your online services... -
Page 20: Ringtone Settings
To set the time zone From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Date & time. Unmark the Automatic checkbox, if it is marked. Tap Select time zone. Select an option. To set the hour format From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings >... -
Page 21: Phone Language
To adjust the screen brightness From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Sound & display > Brightness. To decrease the screen brightness, drag the slider to the left. To increase the screen brightness, drag the slider to the right. Tap OK. -
Page 22: Data Roaming
To configure Internet settings manually From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Wireless controls > Mobile networks > Access Point Names. Press Tap New APN Tap Name and enter the name of the network profile you want to create. Tap APN and enter the access point name. -
Page 23: Entering Text
Entering text You can use multitap text input a built-in dictionary. Using the on-screen keypad When you start an application or select a field that requires text or numbers, the on-screen keypad appears. You can close the keypad at any time by pressing To display the keypad and enter text •... -
Page 24: Calling
Calling Emergency calls Your phone supports international emergency numbers, for example, 112 or 911. You can normally use these numbers to make emergency calls in any country, with or without the SIM card inserted, if you are within range of a network. To make an emergency call From the Home screen, tap Enter the emergency number and tap... -
Page 25: Recent Calls
To enter numbers during a call During a call, tap . A keypad appears. Enter numbers. To mute the ringtone for an incoming call • When you receive the call, tap Recent calls In the call log, you can view missed To view missed calls When you have missed calls, downwards. -
Page 26: Conference Calls
To answer a second call and end the ongoing call • When you hear repeated beeps during a call, tap Replace. To answer a second call and put the ongoing call on hold • When you hear repeated beeps during a call, tap Answer. To make a second call Enter the number of the recipient and tap If the recipient answers, the first call is put on hold. -
Page 27: Fixed Dialling Numbers
To show or hide your phone number From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Call settings > GSM call settings > Caller ID. Select an option. Fixed Dialling Numbers If you have received a PIN2 code from your service provider, you can use a list of Fixed Dialling Numbers (FDN) to restrict outgoing and incoming calls. -
Page 28: Contacts
Contacts In the Contacts application, you can enter information for your personal contacts, for example, phone numbers and email addresses. When you view a contact, you get quick access to all communication with that contact. If you have a synchronisation service account, you can synchronise your phone contacts with the account contacts. -
Page 29: Contact Details Screen
To add a contact From the Home screen, tap Tap Name, enter the name and tap Next. Enter the phone number and tap Done. Enter or select the desired additional information for the contact, then scroll up and tap Save. To add additional information fields, tap Add more. The type of phone number is selected automatically. -
Page 30: Favourites
To edit a contact From the Home screen, tap Tap the contact you want to edit. Scroll down and tap Edit. To add a contact picture, tap To add a phone number, scroll down, tap Add more > Phone number and enter the number. - Page 31 To mark or unmark a contact as a favourite From the Home screen, tap Tap the contact you want to add to or remove from your favourites. Tap Edit. Scroll down and tap Favourite. If you have not added any picture to the contact, you are asked to add a picture.
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Page 32: Messaging
Messaging SMS and MMS Before using SMS and MMS You can send text messages from your phone using SMS (Short Message Service). If your subscription includes MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service), you can also send and receive messages that contain media files, for example, pictures and videos. A single text message may contain up to 160 characters. -
Page 33: Sms And Mms Settings
To view messages saved on the SIM card From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Sony Ericsson > Messaging > SIM messages. This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. if you want to create a new contact. -
Page 34: Using Email
For example, you need to know if the account type is POP3 or IMAP. To remove the email account from your phone From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Sony Ericsson > Email. Tap Uninstall account > OK. Using email... -
Page 35: Email Settings
Email settings To change the email account settings From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Sony Ericsson > Email. Select an option. Google™ email If you have a Google™ account, you can use it with the Gmail™ application in your phone. - Page 36 To start Google Talk™ From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Google Talk. To set up Google Talk™ If you have already set up a Google™ account in your phone, you will not have to set up Google Talk™ separately. Once you have set up a Google™ account in your phone it will be used in all Google™...
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Page 37: Sony Ericsson Timescape
Sony Ericsson Timescape™ Sony Ericsson Timescape™ revolutionises your social experience by collecting all your communications into one view. Every event – Facebook or Twitter updates, text and multimedia messages, missed calls – appears as a tile in a chronological flow on the screen. - Page 38 Tile icons The following icons on a tile indicate a type of event. When you are previewing a tile, you can tap the icon or the tile to view the related event. A missed call A text or multimedia message A Twitter update from a friend A Facebook update from a friend To update your Facebook or Twitter status in Timescape™...
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Page 39: Timescape™ Settings
To change the events displayed in Timescape™ From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Sony Ericsson > Timescape™ settings > Select content. Tap the desired checkboxes, then tap Done. If you are not logged in to a web service you want to select, tap the service and enter your login details. -
Page 40: Timescape™ Widget
Timescape™ widget For quick access, the Timescape™ widget can be added on the Home screen. See Home screen on page 15. This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. -
Page 41: Applications And Content
Applications and content You can download applications and content from the PlayNow™ application and the Android™ Market application store. Before you download make sure that you have a memory card in your phone. The applications you download are saved in the applications panes and recently used applications windows. - Page 42 To browse music From the PlayNow screen, tap Music. Browse music by chart or by category. If you choose the Top charts option, you get a list view of the top tracks. If you choose a category, you get a list view of the latest and most popular albums in that category.
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Page 43: Android™ Market
From the PlayNow™ screen, tap My Account. Tap the Edit tab to change your account details. You can edit or delete your credit card details and account. To view your downloads From the PlayNow™ screen, press Tap Downloads. The list of your downloaded content is displayed in chronological order. -
Page 44: Copyright-Protected Content
To clear all data for an application Before you clear all data for an installed application, make sure you have backed up all application related content that you want to keep. From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings. Tap Applications >... -
Page 45: Getting Organised
Getting organised Calendar Your phone has a calendar for managing your time schedule. For more information on entering text, see Entering text on page 23. To open the Calendar application From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Calendar. When you open the Calendar application for the first time, it opens in month view. If you have previously used the application, it opens in the view you last used. -
Page 46: Synchronising Your Calendar
Press Synchronising your calendar If you have a Sony Ericsson account or a Google™ account, you can also synchronise your phone calendar with your web calendar. See Synchronising on page 49. If you synchronise with Google Calendar™ and have access to multiple shared calendars in Google Calendar™, all appointments from all of the shared calendars will appear in the calendar... -
Page 47: Alarm Clock
To add a note From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Notes. Tap Add note, enter some text and tap Done. If you want to set a reminder, tap scroll to and tap the desired number. When you are finished, tap Done. If you want the note to appear on the Home screen, tap When you are finished, press To view and edit a note... - Page 48 To activate an existing alarm From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Alarm. Drag the slider button to the right to turn on the alarm. To delete an alarm From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Alarm. Tap the desired alarm. Tap Delete.
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Page 49: Synchronising
Internet connection. A Sony Ericsson account can be created and set up from your phone, or you can create one at www.sonyericsson.com/user. Sony Ericsson Sync can be set up to connect to any SyncML™ service. -
Page 50: Google™ Sync
To set a synchronisation interval in Sony Ericsson Sync From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Sony Ericsson Sync. Tap the name of the synchronisation service you want to edit. Mark the Sync interval checkbox and set the synchronisation interval. -
Page 51: Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi™ Using Wi-Fi™ you can access the Internet wirelessly with your phone. Before using Wi-Fi™ To be able to browse the Internet using a Wi-Fi™ connection you need to search for and connect to an available Wi-Fi network and then open the Internet browser. The signal strength of the Wi-Fi network may differ depending on your phone's location. -
Page 52: Advanced Wi-Fi™ Settings
To scan for Wi-Fi™ networks manually From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Wireless controls > Wi-Fi settings. Press Tap Scan . The phone scans for Wi-Fi™ networks and displays them in the Wi- Fi networks section. Tap a Wi-Fi™... - Page 53 To set up a static IP address From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Wireless controls > Wi-Fi settings. Press Tap Advanced Mark the Use static IP checkbox. Tap and enter the information needed for your Wi-Fi™ network: •...
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Page 54: Web Browser
Web browser Before using the web Your phone allows you to access the Internet using a Wi-Fi connection, or using a 2G/3G mobile data connection. To access the Internet with your phone using a 2G/3G mobile data connection, you need a phone subscription that includes data transmission and settings to use a 2G/3G mobile data connection. -
Page 55: Toolbar
To exit the web browser • While browsing, press When you open the browser again, the browser appears exactly as it did before you exited, that is, with the same number of windows, position and zoom levels. Toolbar When you press the key, the following options appear: Open a web page or perform a search Open multiple windows... -
Page 56: Browser Settings
Tap Downloads to view a list of your downloaded files. Browser settings To change the browser settings From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Sony Ericsson > Browser. This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. , then tap upwards. -
Page 57: Connecting Your Phone To A Computer
Connecting your phone to a computer By connecting your phone to a computer you can transfer and handle files such as pictures and music. You may not be allowed to exchange some copyright-protected material. You can connect your phone to a computer with a USB cable or by using Bluetooth™ wireless technology. -
Page 58: Media Go
To install PC Companion Connect your phone to a computer using a USB cable. Tap Install PC Companion. Computer: PC Companion automatically starts on your computer after a few seconds. Follow the on-screen instructions to install PC Companion. To use PC Companion Connect your phone to a computer using a USB cable. -
Page 59: Bluetooth™ Wireless Technology
Bluetooth™ wireless technology The Bluetooth™ function creates a wireless connection to other Bluetooth™ devices, for example, handsfree devices. A range within 10 metres (33 feet), with no solid objects in between, is recommended. You must turn on the Bluetooth™ function to communicate with other devices. - Page 60 To connect your phone to another Bluetooth™ device Some Bluetooth™ devices, for example, most Bluetooth™ headsets, require you to connect to the Bluetooth™ device in order for it to work properly. To connect to another Bluetooth™ device you must first pair it with your phone. From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings >...
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Page 61: Music
Music You can browse and listen to your music, audio books and podcasts using the music player. Use the Media Go™ application on your computer to transfer content to and from the memory card in your phone. For more information, see Connecting your phone to a computer on page 57. -
Page 62: Playing Music In Random Order
To change tracks • In the music player, tap To pause a track • In the music player, tap To fast forward and rewind music • In the music player, touch and hold You can also drag the progress indicator marker right or left. To adjust the audio volume •... -
Page 63: Podcasts
To play smart playlists In the music player, tap Under Smart playlists, tap a playlist. Tap a track to play it. To play the most played songs of an artist In the music player, tap and tap an artist. Tap Top tracks. Up to ten tracks by the artist are displayed. Tap a track to play it. -
Page 64: Using Trackid™ Technology Results
TrackID™ technology in a quiet area. You can purchase tracks you find using TrackID™ technology. If you cannot use TrackID™ technology, see I cannot use Internet-based services on page 80. The TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/ regions, or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. -
Page 65: Fm Radio
FM radio You can browse and listen to FM radio stations, and save them as favourites. You can listen to the radio either through a portable handsfree or headphones, or through the speaker in the phone. You have to connect a portable handsfree or headphones, as they work as the antenna for the FM radio. -
Page 66: Making A New Search For Radio Channels
To save a channel as a favourite When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to save as a favourite. To remove a channel as a favourite When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to remove as a favourite. -
Page 67: Videos
Videos You can browse and view your videos using the video player. Videos that you have recorded using the phone camera are found in the camera album. The video player can also play streaming videos. Streaming videos can be started by tapping a link on a web page you are viewing in the web browser. - Page 68 To view streaming content in the YouTube™ application From the Home screen, drag Find and tap YouTube Press to view a menu where you can search for videos, handle your account, and upload your own videos. This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. upwards.
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Page 69: Camera
Camera You can take a photo or record a video by pressing the camera key. Before taking a photo, you can improve it by using the Scenes feature. You can use the flash or the light when shooting or recording. You can share a photo or a video with friends, or upload your photos and videos to a web service. -
Page 70: Adding The Geographical Position To Your Photos
If not, the wireless network is used to determine the location. To turn on or off geotagging From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings > Sony Ericsson > Camera > Geotagging. Tap the check box to turn geotagging on or off. Improving photos with Scenes Before you take a photo, you can set up the camera for common situations using pre- programmed scenes. -
Page 71: Using The Video Camera
Use when taking landscape photos at night or in poorly lit environments (without the flash). Due to long exposure time, the camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface Macro Use for situations when you want to use auto focus for extreme close-up photos Sports Use for photos of fast-moving objects. - Page 72 To record a video suitable for multimedia messages (MMS) Activate the camera. If the video camera is not selected, tap Tap the video format icon at the bottom right of the viewfinder. Tap For MMS. Press the camera key to start recording. The recording time of this video format is limited and is most suited for sending in multimedia messages.
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Page 73: Camera Album
Camera album You can browse and view photos and videos recorded by your camera using Album. You can share photos and videos, and use photos as wallpaper and contact pictures. Use the Media Go™ application on your computer to transfer content to and from the memory card in your phone. -
Page 74: Sharing Photos And Videos
To crop a photo When the crop frame appears, touch and hold the edge of the frame to adjust it. When crop arrows appear, drag inward to or outward from the centre of the crop frame to resize it. To move the crop frame to another area of the photo, touch and hold inside the frame, then drag it to the desired position. -
Page 75: Location Services
GPS it may take up to 10 minutes before your location is found. If you cannot use some GPS features, see I cannot use Internet-based services on page 80. Sony Ericsson does not warrant the accuracy of any location services including but not limited to navigational services. -
Page 76: Getting Driving Directions
The Wisepilot™ application guides you to your destination using voice instructions. A trial version of the Wisepilot application may be included in the phone. Sony Ericsson does not warrant the accuracy of any directional services including but not limited to turn-by-turn navigational services. -
Page 77: Locking And Protecting Your Phone
Locking and protecting your phone IMEI number Keep a copy of your IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number in case your phone is stolen. To view your IMEI number • You can find the IMEI number under the cover. To view your IMEI number in the phone From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings >... -
Page 78: Screen Unlock Pattern
Screen unlock pattern You can secure your data by locking the screen or by using a screen unlock pattern every time your phone is turned on or every time it is activated from sleep mode. To create a screen unlock pattern From the Home screen, drag Find and tap Settings >... -
Page 79: Updating Your Phone
Companion. You can also update your phone using the Sony Ericsson Update service application. You need a USB cable and an Internet-connected PC. To learn how to download and use Sony Ericsson Update service, go to www.sonyericsson.com/updateservice. To download software updates using a USB cable Do not disconnect the USB cable when updating your phone as this may corrupt the content. -
Page 80: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Common questions My phone is not working as expected If you experience problems with your phone, check these tips before you try anything else: • Restart your phone. • Remove and re-insert the SIM card. Then restart your phone. •... -
Page 81: Error Messages
The SIM card is not working properly. Insert your SIM card in another phone. If this works, it is probably your phone that is causing the problem. In this case, contact the nearest Sony Ericsson service center. Emergency calls only You are within range of a network, but you are not allowed to use it. -
Page 82: Legal Information
Sony Ericsson does not guarantee the accuracy, integrity or quality of any additional content or any other third party content. Under no circumstances will Sony Ericsson be liable in any way for your improper use of additional content or other third party content. -
Page 83: Index
Index activating the screen ...7 adjusting volume ...62 alarm ...47 Android market ...43 answering service ...25 applications ...41 managing ...43 overview ...18 audio adjusting volume ...62 playing ...61 playing music in random order ...62 podcasts ...63 battery ...9 Bluetooth™ wireless technology ...59 brightness ...20, 21 browsing - see web browser calendar ...45... - Page 84 screen ...78 unlock ...78 mail See email Media Go™ ...58 messages multimedia ...32 picture ...32 settings ...21 text ...32 Messages ...37 Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® ...49 MMS ...32 recording videos suitable for ...72 settings ...33 multimedia messages ...32 recording videos suitable for ...72 music ...61, 65 adjusting volume ...62 audiobooks ...61...
- Page 85 SIM card ...77 inserting ...5 smart playlists playing ...63 SMS ...32 settings ...33 Social networking ...37 Sony Ericsson Sync ...49 SOS See emergency numbers status bar ...12 still camera ...69, 70 scenes ...70 using flash ...70 streaming using YouTube™ ...68 switching cameras ...69...
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