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Sony Xperia 5 V User Manual

Sony Xperia 5 V
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Help Guide
Smartphone
Xperia 5 V XQ-DE54/XQ-DE72
Topics for starting up your device
Inserting a SIM card and memory card
Configuring an eSIM (XQ-DE54 only)
Charging your device
Popular topics
Taking a screenshot
Home screen
External sites for reference
Xperia 5 V support information
Android help
Getting started
Part names
Inserting a SIM card and memory card
Configuring an eSIM (XQ-DE54 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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Table of Contents

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Sony Xperia 5 V Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size6.1 inches
Display TypeOLED
Resolution1080 x 2520 pixels
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
RAM8 GB
Storage128 GB
Front Camera12 MP
Battery5000 mAh
Operating SystemAndroid 13
Dimensions154 x 68 x 8.6 mm
Water ResistanceIP65/IP68
Main Camera48 MP (wide) + 12 MP (ultrawide)
Weight182 g
ColorsBlack, Blue, Platinum

Summary

Getting started

Inserting a SIM card and memory card

Guide to installing nano SIM cards and memory cards into the device.

Configuring an eSIM

Steps to set up and use an eSIM on compatible devices.

Setting SIMs

Manage SIM card preferences for calls, SMS, and mobile data.

Turning on your device

Instructions on how to power the device on.

Turning the screen on or off

Methods to activate and deactivate the device screen.

Setting up a Google account

Steps to create or sign in to a Google account for device services.

Charging your device

Instructions on how to charge the device using a USB cable.

Charging with a wireless charger

Guide to charging the device using a Qi-certified wireless charger.

Transferring content

Synchronizing data using a Google account

Back up and sync your device data like contacts and photos with your Google account.

Transferring content using a computer

Instructions for transferring files between your device and a computer.

Learning the basics

Quick settings panel

Taking a screenshot

Taking a standard screenshot

How to capture a screenshot using physical buttons.

Recording your device screen

Recording the device screen

Steps to record video of your device screen.

Scanning QR Codes

Using Side sense

Using the Side sense menu and the Multi-window menu

Displaying apps in Split-screen mode

How to use the Multi-window menu for split-screen multitasking.

Split-screen mode (Multi-window switch)

Split-screen mode overview

Guide to viewing and operating two apps simultaneously.

Pop-up window mode

Pop-up window overview

How to display apps in a small overlay window.

Alarm

Setting alarms

Instructions for setting and managing alarms on the device.

Discover Photo Pro

BASIC (Basic) mode

Introduction to the basic camera mode for simple photo and video capture.

AUTO/P/S/M modes

Overview of advanced camera modes for professional control.

BASIC (Basic) mode overview

Photo mode

Features and controls available in the BASIC mode photo interface.

Video mode

Features and controls available in the BASIC mode video interface.

Taking a photo or recording a video

Viewing photos and videos

Scanning QR Codes using Photo Pro

Frequently used features in the BASIC (Basic) mode

Taking a selfie

Taking a selfie

Instructions for capturing self-portraits using the front camera.

Taking a selfie using Hand shutter

Using hand gestures to trigger the camera for selfies.

Color and brightness

Adjusting color and brightness

How to fine-tune color and brightness for photos and videos.

Panorama

Taking panoramic photos

Guide to capturing wide-angle panoramic images.

Bokeh effect

Applying the Bokeh effect

How to create a shallow depth of field effect for artistic photos.

HDR video recording

Recording HDR videos

Enabling HDR for more dramatic and realistic video recordings.

Dynamic range

Recording a steady video

Slow-motion videos

S-Cinetone for mobile

Product showcase

AUTO/P/S/M mode overview

Shooting still images

Select a shooting mode

Choosing between AUTO, P, S, M, and MR shooting modes.

Using focus assist functions

Auto mode (AUTO)

Program auto (P)

Shutter speed priority (S)

Manual exposure (M)

Controlling exposure manually

Setting shutter speed and ISO sensitivity manually for desired exposure.

Camera settings memory

Memory recall (MR)

Continuous shooting

Self-timer

Using the flash

Setting the focus by touching the viewfinder

Face/Eye AF (still image/video)

Tracking an object

Night shooting

Launching Video Pro

Video Pro Menu

Combining clips and watching a film

Video Creator

Using the External monitor app

Connecting your device to USB devices

Making sure your device is protected

Security options

Setting up screen lock, fingerprint, and SIM card lock for device security.

Finding, locking, or erasing a lost device

Using 'Find My Device' service

Locating, locking, or erasing a lost device remotely via Google account.

Accessibility

Using your device in wet and dusty conditions

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