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Help Guide
Smartphone
Xperia 1 V XQ-DQ54/XQ-DQ62/XQ-DQ72
Topics for starting up your device
Inserting a SIM card and memory card
Configuring an eSIM (XQ-DQ54 only)
Charging your device
Popular topics
Taking a screenshot
Home screen
External sites for reference
Xperia 1 V support information
Android help
Getting started
Part names
Inserting a SIM card and memory card
Configuring an eSIM (XQ-DQ54 only)
Setting SIMs
Turning on your device
Turning the screen on or off
Setting up a Google account on your device
Charging your device
Charging your device with a wireless charger
Transferring content
Synchronizing data using a Google account
Transferring content using a computer
Transferring content using an SD card
Learning the basics
Home screen
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Summarization of Contents
Discover Photo Pro
BASIC (Basic) mode
Introduction to the BASIC mode for easy photo and video capture.
AUTO/P/S/M modes
Overview of advanced shooting modes for professional camera control.
BASIC (Basic) mode overview
Photo mode
Details on the Photo mode interface and its functions within BASIC mode.
Video mode
Details on the Video mode interface and its functions within BASIC mode.
Viewing photos and videos
Viewing photos and videos while using Photo Pro
How to view and edit photos/videos directly within the Photo Pro app.
Viewing previously taken photos or recorded videos
Guide to accessing and viewing media files stored on the device.
Frequently used features in the BASIC (Basic) mode
Changing the aspect ratio
How to adjust the aspect ratio for photos and videos in BASIC mode.
Changing the video size
Guide to selecting the desired video resolution and size in BASIC mode.
Switching microphones when recording
Instructions for selecting the microphone for audio recording in BASIC mode.
Adjusting the camera settings
Overview of how to access and adjust various camera settings in BASIC mode.
Slow motion videos
Adding slow motion effect after recording a video
How to apply a slow-motion effect to recorded videos after capture.
AUTO/P/S/M mode overview
Vertical style
Overview of camera interface in AUTO/P/S/M modes in vertical orientation.
Horizontal style
Overview of camera interface in AUTO/P/S/M modes in horizontal orientation.
Function menu
Vertical style
Explains the Function menu layout for vertical camera orientation.
Horizontal style
Explains the Function menu layout for horizontal camera orientation.
Drive mode
Details on various drive modes like single shot, continuous, and self-timer.
Using focus assist functions
Using the focus magnifier function
How to magnify the image to adjust focus precisely in P/S/M modes.
Using the peaking function
Utilizing peaking to check focus by enhancing in-focus area outlines.
Continuous shooting
Turning the [Continuous shooting] function on or off
How to enable or disable the continuous shooting feature.
To select the focus method according to the movement of the subject
Choosing focus methods (Single-shot AF, Continuous AF) based on subject movement.
Shooting images continuously
Guidance on capturing multiple images sequentially to find the best shot.
Face/Eye AF (still image/video)
Turning the [Face/Eye AF] function on
How to activate Face/Eye AF for automatic focusing on subjects.
Shooting an image using the [Face/Eye AF] function
Steps for capturing photos or videos using Face/Eye AF detection.
Tracking an object
Turning the [Object tracking] function on
How to enable the object tracking feature for moving subjects.
Shooting an image using the [Object tracking] function
Steps for capturing images of tracked objects in the viewfinder.
Launching Video Pro
Video Pro Recording mode screen overview
Explains the interface and controls of the Video Pro recording mode.
Launching the Cinema Pro app
Viewfinder
Describes the viewfinder display and its customizable elements.
Project settings
How to adjust project settings like resolution and frame rate for video clips.
Menu icon
Guide to accessing the main menu within the Cinema Pro app.
Using the External monitor app
Mirroring the screen of your device on a supported TV
How to mirror your device screen wirelessly to a TV.
Mirroring the screen of your device on your TV while using Chromecast-compliant apps
Mirroring device screen to TV using Chromecast-compatible apps like YouTube.
External monitor Audio settings
To set the audio output
Selecting audio output device, either Xperia speaker or connected headphones.
To adjust the audio quality while recording or live streaming
Adjusting audio quality settings like bitrate and sample rate.
Recording a video that you are monitoring on your device
Overview of the Monitor mode in the External monitor app during recording
Explains the interface for recording video while monitoring on the device.
Music Pro
Audio separation
Separating audio sources like vocals, guitar, and piano into individual tracks.
De-noise
Removing unintended noise from recorded vocals or instruments.
De-reverb
Reducing room echo for a studio sound quality in recordings.
Mic simulation
Recreating the unique frequency of Sony's high-performance vacuum tube mics.
Studio simulation
Adding characteristic resonance of a recording studio for professional sound.
Listening to music
Music player overview
Explains the interface and controls of the music player.
Music home screen
Overview of the main screen for accessing music content.
Music app features
Editing music information
How to edit music metadata, including album art and song details.
Playing music in the background
Instructions for continuing music playback when the app is in the background.
Launching the Game enhancer app
Screen overview
Explains the interface and main sections of the Game enhancer app.
Using the Game enhancer menu
Game enhancer settings
Customizing game experience: types of menus, shutter button actions, and game modes.
[Game mode]
Details on Performance, Balanced, Battery Life, and Custom game modes.
[Focus settings]
Enhancing gameplay by blocking notifications and disabling certain functions.
[Display & Sound]
Adjusting game visual and audio settings for optimal play.
Volume and vibration
Changing the volume
How to adjust ring, media, alarm, and in-call volumes.
Activating the vibrating mode
Steps to enable or disable device vibration for calls and notifications.
Activating sound with vibration
Enabling vibration feedback for ringing, notifications, and alarms.
Sounds and tones
Setting the ringtone
How to set custom ringtones for each SIM card or music files.
Setting the notification sound
Guide to selecting notification sounds or disabling them.
Display settings
Image quality settings
Adjusting display settings for Creator mode, Standard mode, and HDR.
Other display settings
Customizing white balance, refresh rate, brightness, and screen timeout.
Using location services
To improve GPS accuracy
Tips for enhancing GPS signal reception and location accuracy.
Battery and power management
General usage tips to improve battery performance
Tips for optimizing battery life, such as screen brightness and connectivity.
To review your battery consumption
How to check battery usage by apps and features.
Adjusting Dynamic Vibration settings
Adjusting the vibration level while playing content using a media app
How to set the desired vibration level for media playback.
Adjust the timing of vibration to the sound from wireless devices
Adjusting synchronization slider for vibration timing with wireless audio.
Before updating your device
To check for new software
Instructions on how to manually check for available software updates.
Updating your device wirelessly
To set up automatic download of system updates
Configuring automatic downloads for system software updates.
To enable or disable automatic updates for applications
Managing automatic update settings for installed applications.
Restarting and resetting your device
Restarting your device
Steps to restart the device if it is not responding.
Forcing the device to restart or shut down
How to force a device restart or shutdown when unresponsive.
Performing a factory data reset
Procedure to reset the device to factory settings, erasing all data.
Resetting your applications
To clear application data
How to clear an application's stored data.
To clear application cache
How to clear the cache for a specific application.
To clear the application default setting
How to reset an application's default settings.
Viewing the memory status
To view the memory status
How to check the internal storage and SD card usage.
Controlling data usage
Helping reduce data usage
Tips for reducing overall mobile and Wi-Fi data consumption.
Setting a data usage warning or a mobile data limit
How to set warnings and limits for mobile data usage.
Checking your data usage
Guide to checking mobile and Wi-Fi data usage by application.
Controlling the data usage of individual applications
Managing data usage settings for specific apps.
Pairing with another Bluetooth device
To connect your device to another Bluetooth device
Steps to connect the device to other discovered Bluetooth devices.
To unpair a Bluetooth device
How to disconnect and forget a previously paired Bluetooth device.
Pairing with a Bluetooth remote commander or grip
To use Camera endurance mode
Enabling Camera endurance mode to maintain performance during intensive use.
Bluetooth remote commander connection status icons
Icons indicating the connection status of the Bluetooth remote commander.
To unpair the Bluetooth remote commander
Steps to disconnect and forget a paired Bluetooth remote commander.
To operate the Bluetooth remote commander
Using the remote commander to control camera functions like shutter and zoom.
Broadcasting (Bluetooth LE Audio)
(A): Broadcasting from your device
How to broadcast audio content to multiple LE Audio supported devices.
(B): Listening to someone else’s broadcast
How to listen to broadcast content from another LE Audio device.
Broadcasting from your device
Steps to initiate audio broadcasting from the device.
NFC (Near Field Communication)
To turn the NFC function on or off
Instructions for enabling or disabling the NFC wireless technology.
Wirelessly mirroring the screen of your device on a TV
Mirroring the screen of your device on a supported TV
How to mirror your device screen wirelessly to a TV.
Mirroring the screen of your device on your TV while using Chromecast-compliant apps
Mirroring device screen to TV using Chromecast-compatible apps like YouTube.
Connecting your device to USB accessories
USB Preferences
Choosing how the device or USB accessory controls the connection.
File transfer options
Options for converting videos to AVC and transferring them.
Making sure your device is protected
[Screen lock]
Setting up a security method for unlocking the device screen.
[Fingerprint Manager]
Registering fingerprints for device unlock and purchase authentication.
[More security settings] > [SIM card lock]
Setting a PIN for using SIM cards on the device.
Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device
Viewing your IMEI number(s) using the dialpad
How to find IMEI numbers by dialing a specific code.
Viewing your IMEI number(s) on the tray
Locating IMEI numbers by ejecting the SIM/Memory card tray.
About this Help Guide
To check the current software version and model number of your device
How to find device software version and model number in Settings.
Limitations to services and features
Information on service availability, network provider restrictions, and data charges.
Accessibility
Accessibility settings
Overview of accessibility features like Talkback, font size, and color correction.
Real-Time Text
Explanation of the RTT text service for real-time communication.
Using your device in wet and dusty conditions
To close attached covers
Ensuring attached covers are firmly closed for water and dust resistance.
To dry your device
Steps for safely drying the device after exposure to moisture.
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