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Sony ST18i User Manual

Sony ST18i
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Xperia ray ST18i
User guide

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Sony ST18i Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelST18i
Announced2011, June
Dimensions111 x 53 x 9.4 mm (4.37 x 2.09 x 0.37 in)
Weight100 g (3.53 oz)
SIMMini-SIM
TypeLED-backlit LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~297 ppi density)
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
OSAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 205
Internal1 GB (300 MB user available), 512 MB RAM
Video720p@30fps
Selfie cameraVGA
LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
GPSYes, with A-GPS
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
USBmicroUSB 2.0
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Stand-byUp to 430 h (2G) / Up to 440 h (3G)
StatusAvailable
Card slotmicroSD
FeaturesGeo-tagging, face detection
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP
Talk timeUp to 7 h (3G)
ColorsBlack, White, Pink
Also known asSony Ericsson Xperia Ray, Sony Ericsson Ray
Main Camera8 MP, AF

Summary

Important Information

Getting Started

Assembly

Steps to remove and attach the battery cover.

Turning the Phone On and Off

To Turn On the Phone

Instructions for powering the phone on, including unlocking the screen.

To Turn Off the Phone

Procedure to safely shut down the phone.

Screen Lock

Setup Guide

Accounts and Services

Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® Account

Synchronizing phone with corporate Exchange ActiveSync accounts.

Getting to Know Your Phone

Phone Overview

Diagram and labels for the phone's physical parts and controls.

Using the Keys

Home

Explanation of the Home key's function for returning to the main screen.

Battery

Charging the Battery

Detailed steps and notes on charging the phone's battery.

Improving Battery Performance

Using the Touchscreen

To Mark or Unmark Options

How to select or deselect checkboxes and list options.

Scrolling

To Scroll

Instructions for navigating content by scrolling on the screen.

Home Screen

Widgets

To Add a Widget to the Home Screen

Procedure for adding widgets to the Home screen.

Rearranging Your Home Screen

To Add a Shortcut to the Home Screen

Creating shortcuts for applications on the Home screen.

Changing the Background of Your Home Screen

To Change Your Home Screen Wallpaper

Setting a new wallpaper for the Home screen.

Accessing and Using Applications

Opening and Closing Applications

To Open an Application

Steps to launch an application from the Home or Application screen.

To Close an Application

Steps to close a running application.

Status and Notifications

Checking Notifications and Ongoing Activities

How to view and manage notifications and active tasks.

Notification Panel Operations

To Open the Notification Panel

Accessing the panel that displays notifications.

Phone Settings Menu

To Access the Phone Settings

Steps to reach the main phone settings menu.

Typing Text

Phonepad

Description of the 12-key phonepad input method.

On-Screen Keyboard

Adjusting the Volume

Time and Date

To Set the Date Manually

Manual procedure for setting the date.

Ringtone Settings

Screen Settings

To Adjust the Screen Brightness

Changing the screen brightness level.

Phone Language

To Change the Phone Language

Steps to change the phone's display language.

Airplane Mode

To Turn On Airplane Mode

Activating Airplane mode to disable wireless transmissions.

Memory

Formatting the Memory Card

To Format the Memory Card

Procedure for erasing all data on the memory card.

Internet and Messaging Settings

Turning Off Data Traffic

To Turn Off All Data Traffic

Steps to disable all mobile data connections.

Data Roaming

To Activate Data Roaming

Enabling data roaming to use services outside the home network.

Network Settings

To Select a Network Mode

Choosing the network mode (e.g., 2G, 3G) for data.

Calling

Emergency Calls

How to make emergency calls, with or without a SIM card.

Call Handling

Managing incoming and outgoing calls.

Recent Calls

To Call a Number from Your Call Log

Redialing numbers directly from the call log.

Voicemail

Multiple Calls

Conference Calls

To Make a Conference Call

Steps to initiate a conference call with multiple participants.

Call Settings

Barring Calls

Setting up call barring to restrict incoming or outgoing calls.

Fixed Dialling Numbers

To Access the List of Accepted Call Recipients

Viewing the list of accepted numbers for fixed dialling.

Contacts

Transferring Contacts Using a PC

Using a PC to transfer contacts from old phones.

Transferring Contacts Using Synchronisation Accounts

To Synchronise Your Phone Contacts with a Synchronisation Account

Using online accounts to sync and transfer contacts.

Managing Your Contacts

To Add a Contact

Steps to create and save a new contact.

Avoiding Duplicate Entries in the Contacts Application

To Join Contacts

Merging duplicate contact entries into a single record.

Communicating with Your Contacts

To Search for a Contact

Finding contacts by entering their name.

Backing Up Contacts

To Export All Contacts to the Memory Card

Saving all contacts to the memory card.

Messaging

Using Text and Multimedia Messaging

Detailed guide to SMS and MMS functionality.

Text and Multimedia Message Options

Email

To Set Up an Email Account in Your Phone

Steps to configure email accounts on the phone.

Using Email

To Create and Send an Email Message

Composing and sending a new email message.

Email Management

To Read Your Email Messages

Reading incoming email messages.

Email Search and Management

To Search for Emails

Searching for specific emails within the inbox.

Using Email Accounts

To Add an Extra Email Account in Your Phone

Adding additional email accounts to the phone.

Timescape™

Using Timescape™

Navigating and interacting with the Timescape™ interface.

Timescape™ Settings

To Access Timescape™ Settings

Steps to open Timescape™ settings.

PlayNow™ Service

Calendar

To Create a Calendar Event

Adding new events and reminders to the calendar.

Alarm Clock

To Set a New Alarm

Creating and configuring a new alarm.

Alarm Management

To Edit an Existing Alarm

Modifying settings for an existing alarm.

Alarm Sound Options

To Snooze an Alarm When It Sounds

Using the snooze function for alarms.

Synchronising Data on Your Phone

Synchronising Your Corporate Email, Calendar and Contacts

Syncing corporate data directly from the phone.

Synchronising Using SyncML™

To Set Up a SyncML™ Account in Your Phone

Configuring a SyncML™ account for data synchronization.

WLAN

To Turn On WLAN

Activating the WLAN feature on the phone.

To Connect to a WLAN Network

Steps to find and connect to available WLAN networks.

Web Browser

Navigating Web Pages

Interacting with links and pages within the browser.

Managing Bookmarks

To Bookmark a Web Page

Saving a web page for quick access later.

Downloading from the Web

Browser Settings

To Clear the Cache Memory from Your Phone

Clearing the browser's cache data.

Music

Copying Media Files to Your Memory Card

Transferring music, photos, and videos to the memory card.

TrackID™ Technology

To Search for Track Information Using TrackID™

Identifying music tracks by recording samples.

Using TrackID™ to Identify Tracks on the FM Radio

To Identify a Track on the FM Radio Using TrackID™

Steps to identify songs played on the FM radio using TrackID™.

FM Radio

Moving Between Radio Channels

Methods for changing radio channels.

Using Your Favourite Radio Channels

Switching Between the Speaker and the Handsfree

Taking Photos and Recording Videos

Using the Still Camera

Taking photos using the phone's main camera.

Face Detection

To Turn On Face Detection

Activating the face detection feature.

Smile Detection

Using Still Camera Settings

Focus Mode

Controlling the camera's focus for sharpness.

Exposure Value

Metering

White Balance

Image Stabiliser

Scenes

Resolution

Self-Timer

Capturing Method

Using the Video Camera

To Record a Video by Tapping the Screen

Recording videos by tapping the screen.

Using Video Camera Settings

Video Camera Settings Overview

Video Size

Microphone

3D Camera

To Activate the 3D Camera

Launching the 3D camera mode.

Tips for Taking Sweep Panorama™ Photos (2D)

Viewing Photos and Videos in Gallery

BRAVIA® ENGINE

Improving photo and video viewing quality with BRAVIA® ENGINE.

Working With Albums

To Open an Album in Gallery

Opening a specific photo or video album.

Working With Photos in Gallery

To Zoom a Photo

Zooming in or out on photos.

Viewing Your Photos on a Map

To Enable Location Detection

Activating GPS for photo geotagging.

Working With Videos

To Play a Video

Playing recorded videos.

Video Management

Viewing Photos in 3D Album

Bluetooth™ Wireless Technology

To Turn On the Bluetooth™ Function and Make Your Phone Visible

Activating Bluetooth™ and making the phone discoverable.

Pairing With Another Bluetooth™ Device

To Pair Your Phone with Another Bluetooth™ Device

Steps to pair the phone with a new Bluetooth™ device.

Sending and Receiving Items Using Bluetooth™ Technology

To Send Items Using Bluetooth™

Steps to send files to other Bluetooth™ devices.

Receiving Bluetooth™ Items

To Receive Items Using Bluetooth™

Steps to receive files from other Bluetooth™ devices.

Connecting Your Phone to a Computer

USB Connection Modes

Understanding MTP and MSC connection modes.

PC Companion

Media Go™

Media Go™ Content Transfer

Steps to transfer content using the Media Go™ application.

Using Location Services to Find Your Position

Using GPS

How the phone's GPS receiver works.

Backing Up and Restoring

Types of Content You Can Back Up

List of data types that can be backed up using the application.

Locking and Protecting Your Phone

SIM Card Protection

Protecting your subscription with SIM card lock and PIN.

Setting a Screen Lock

To Create a Screen Unlock Pattern

Setting up a screen unlock pattern.

Screen Lock Security

To Create a Screen Lock Password

Setting up an alphanumeric password for screen lock.

Updating Your Phone

Updating Your Phone Wirelessly

Performing software updates over a wireless connection.

Phone Software Updates

To Update Your Phone Using an Apple® Mac® Computer

Updating phone software using a Mac computer.

Phone Settings Overview

Status and Notification Icons Overview

Status Icons

Meaning of various icons in the status bar.

Notification Icons

Meaning of icons indicating notifications.

Application Overview

User Support

Troubleshooting

My Phone Is Not Working as Expected

Initial steps to resolve phone malfunctions.

Resetting the Phone

Restoring the phone to original settings.

Error Messages

SIM Card Is Locked

Resolving SIM card lock issues.

Recycle Your Phone

Legal Information

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