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Sony Xperia neo MT15 User Manual

Sony Xperia neo MT15
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Xperia
Neo
Extended User guide

Table of Contents

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Sony Xperia neo MT15 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Announced2011, February
Dimensions116 x 57 x 13 mm (4.57 x 2.24 x 0.51 in)
Weight126 g (4.44 oz)
SIMMini-SIM
Display TypeLED-backlit LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
OSAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 205
Internal Storage320 MB
RAM512 MB
Video720p@30fps
Selfie CameraNo
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
NetworkGSM / HSPA
StatusAvailable
Display Size3.7 inches
Resolution480 x 854 pixels
Card SlotmicroSD, up to 32 GB
Main Camera8 MP
Rear Camera FeaturesLED flash
Bluetoothv2.1, A2DP
Battery TypeRemovable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Stand-byUp to 400 h (3G)
Talk timeUp to 7 h
ColorsBlack, Silver, White

Summary

Important Information

Getting Started

Assembly

Procedures for opening the phone and inserting SIM and memory cards.

Phone Power and Screen Lock

Instructions for powering the phone on/off and managing screen lock.

Initial Setup Guide

Guide to initial phone setup and essential settings configuration.

Accounts and Services Integration

Signing up for and integrating online service accounts like Google and Facebook.

Getting to Know Your Phone

Phone Overview and Key Functions

Visual guide to phone layout, keys, and basic operations like charging.

Touch Screen Interaction

Instructions for interacting with the phone's touch screen interface.

Touch Screen Navigation: Zooming and Scrolling

Methods for zooming and scrolling content on the touch screen.

Home Screen and Sensors

Understanding phone sensors and navigating the Home screen interface.

Home Screen Customization and Widgets

Adding, managing widgets, and customizing the Home screen appearance.

Accessing and Managing Applications

Application Screen and Management

Overview of the application screen and how to rearrange/uninstall apps.

Application Lifecycle: Opening, Closing, and Recent Apps

How to open, close, and access recently used applications.

Status Bar, Notifications, and App Rearrangement

Checking phone status, notifications, and organizing the application screen.

Phone Settings Menu and Typing Text

On-Screen Keyboard Usage

Using the virtual QWERTY keyboard for text input and its basic functions.

On-Screen Keyboard Features and Text Entry

Advanced on-screen keyboard features like text variants and shift keys.

Phonepad Text Input Method

Using the phonepad input method for text entry and its options.

Keyboard and Phonepad Settings

Customizing keyboard and phonepad language and input settings.

Adjusting Audio Volume

Ringtone and Media Volume Control

Controlling ringtone and media playback volume using the volume keys.

Customizing Phone Settings

Time, Date, and Time Zone Configuration

Manually setting date, time, time zone, and date format.

Ringtone and Touch Tone Settings

Configuring phone ringtones and touch tones for alerts.

Screen Settings and Phone Language

Adjusting screen brightness, vibration, idle time, and phone language.

Airplane Mode Operation

Enabling or disabling Airplane mode to turn off wireless radios.

Battery Management

Improving Battery Performance

Tips and settings to maximize phone battery life.

Battery Status and Memory Management

Understanding battery LED status and managing memory card.

Memory Card Operations

Safely Removing and Formatting Memory Card

Procedures for safe removal and formatting of the memory card.

Stereo Portable Handsfree

Internet and Messaging Settings

Network Settings for Internet Access

Configuring network settings for internet access and messaging.

Data Monitor and Usage Information

Tracking data usage, setting alerts, and sending usage info.

Managing Data Traffic and Roaming

Turning off data traffic and enabling/disabling data roaming.

Network Settings

Selecting Network Mode

Choosing network modes for data, including automatic and manual selection.

Calling Features

Emergency Calls and Call Handling Basics

Making emergency calls and basic call management like answering/ending.

Voicemail and Multiple Call Management

Setting up voicemail and handling multiple calls simultaneously.

Conference Calls

Making and managing conference calls with multiple participants.

Advanced Call Settings

Call Barring, Forwarding, and Caller ID

Configuring call barring, forwarding, and showing/hiding your number.

Fixed Dialling Numbers (FDN)

Restricting outgoing calls using a Fixed Dialling Numbers list.

Contacts Management

Accessing and Importing Contacts

Opening the contacts app and importing contacts via various methods.

Contacts Screen Overview and Management

Understanding the contacts screen and managing contact entries.

Adding and Editing Contact Information

Creating new contacts, editing existing entries, and associating pictures.

Filtering and Managing Contacts

Filtering contacts and avoiding duplicate entries.

Communicating and Sharing Contacts

Searching contacts, using quick menus, and sharing contact information.

Backing Up Contacts

Exporting contacts to memory card or SIM card for backup.

Messaging

Text and Multimedia Messaging

Sending and receiving SMS and MMS messages.

Message Options and SIM Messages

Managing message notifications, delivery reports, and SIM messages.

Email Communication

Setting Up and Using Email Accounts

Configuring and managing email accounts on the phone.

Reading and Managing Emails

Accessing, previewing, and managing email messages and attachments.

Advanced Email Account Management

Adding, setting default, and removing email accounts.

Google Account Integration for Gmail and Services

Setting up Google accounts for Gmail, Talk, and Calendar sync.

Google Talk™ Instant Messaging

Sony Ericsson Timescape™

Timescape™ Overview and Main View

Launching Timescape and understanding its main interface and tiles.

Timescape™ Widget and Event Filtering

Adding the Timescape widget and filtering events by type.

Timescape™ Service Management

Managing web service accounts, updating status, and viewing events.

Getting Started with Android Market™

Accessing the App Store and Payment Options

Accessing Android Market and understanding payment methods for apps.

Downloading Apps and Managing Application Data

Downloading apps, clearing cache, and deleting applications.

Understanding Application Permissions

Reviewing and managing app permissions to ensure security.

Installing Non-Market Applications Safely

Allowing installations from unknown sources and associated security warnings.

PlayNow™ Service for Content Downloads

Qriocity™ Video Service

Accessing Qriocity™ and Video Playback

Opening the Qriocity™ service and viewing videos.

Qriocity™ Video Playback Menu

Accessing playback options like deleting, viewing info, and changing subtitles.

Getting Organised: Calendar and Alarms

Calendar Functionality

Setting calendar views, creating events, and managing settings.

Alarm Clock Setup and Management

Setting, editing, and managing alarms on the phone.

Alarm Clock Options and Customization

Editing alarms, setting ringtones, titles, and vibrate functions.

NeoReader™ Barcode Scanning

Synchronisation Features

Synchronising with Google™ Services

Setting up and manually synchronising Google accounts (Gmail, Calendar, Contacts).

Synchronising Corporate Data

Syncing corporate email, calendar, and contacts via Exchange Active Sync.

Synchronising with Facebook™ and Sony Ericsson Accounts

Syncing with Facebook and Sony Ericsson accounts for data backup and transfer.

Synchronising with SyncML™

Setting up and managing SyncML™ accounts for data synchronization.

Connecting to Wireless Networks

Wi-Fi® Network Connection and Usage

Turning on Wi-Fi and connecting to available Wi-Fi networks.

Advanced Wi-Fi® Settings and Sleep Policy

Adding networks manually and configuring Wi-Fi sleep policy.

Connected Devices and Media Sharing

Sharing media files with other devices and managing access permissions.

Sharing Mobile Data Connection (Tethering/Hotspot)

Using USB tethering or setting up a Wi-Fi hotspot to share data.

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

Web Browser Navigation

Opening Browser and Toolbar Functions

Launching the web browser and understanding its toolbar options.

Navigating Web Pages and Zoom Functionality

Selecting links, zooming, and reloading web pages.

Managing Bookmarks and Web Content

Managing bookmarks and copying/saving text and images from web pages.

Multiple Browser Windows and Settings

Using multiple browser windows and configuring browser settings.

Music Player Usage

Copying Media Files and Playing Music

Transferring music files and playing audio content on the phone.

Music Player Controls and Options

Changing tracks, adjusting volume, using equalizer, and deleting music.

Music Player Widget and Related Content Discovery

Adding the music widget and discovering related audio content.

Playlists and Music Library Management

Playing playlists, creating new ones, and managing tracks.

TrackID™ Music Recognition

Using TrackID™ to Identify Music

Opening TrackID™ and using it to search for music information.

FM Radio Operation

Starting FM Radio and Interface Overview

Launching the FM radio and understanding its interface and controls.

Managing Favorite Radio Channels

Saving, removing, and moving between favorite radio channels.

Camera: Taking Photos and Recording Videos

Camera Controls and Basic Photo Capture

Understanding camera controls and taking photos using the camera key.

Advanced Photo Capture Techniques

Taking photos by tapping, using the front camera, and zooming.

Face Detection, Smile Detection, and Geotagging

Using auto-capture features and adding location data to photos.

Customizing Still Camera Settings

Adjusting camera settings like capturing mode, focus, and exposure.

Camera Settings: Metering, White Balance, Stabiliser

Configuring exposure, color balance, and image stabilization settings.

Camera Scenes, Flash, Resolution, and Self-Timer

Selecting scene modes, flash settings, resolution, and using the self-timer.

Touch Capture, Smile Level, Geotagging, and Shutter Sound

Using touch capture, smile level, geotagging, and shutter sound settings.

Video Camera Usage

Recording and Viewing Videos

How to record videos using the camera and view recorded clips.

Video Camera Scenes and Focus Modes

Selecting video scenes and focus modes for optimal recording.

Video Settings: Exposure, White Balance, Stabiliser, Microphone

Adjusting video recording settings for exposure, white balance, and audio.

Viewing Photos and Videos in Gallery

Gallery Overview and BRAVIA ENGINE™ Enhancement

Navigating the Gallery app and enhancing photo/video quality.

Working with Photo and Video Albums

Opening albums, viewing photos/videos, and managing Facebook™ albums.

Batch Operations and Sharing Albums

Selecting multiple items, sharing albums, and deleting albums.

Working with Individual Photos

Viewing, rotating, setting photos as contact pictures/wallpaper, and cropping.

Working with Videos

Playing, pausing, fast-forwarding, rewinding, and deleting videos.

Bluetooth™ Wireless Technology

Enabling Bluetooth and Phone Naming

Turning on Bluetooth and assigning a name to the phone for device visibility.

Pairing and Connecting Bluetooth™ Devices

Pairing with and connecting to other Bluetooth™ devices like headsets or car kits.

Sending and Receiving Items via Bluetooth™

Sharing files, photos, music, and contacts using Bluetooth™ technology.

Connecting Phone to Computer via USB

Transferring Content Using a USB Cable

Connecting via USB and transferring files using drag-and-drop method.

USB Connection Modes and Wireless Transfer

Understanding MTP/MSC modes and wireless media transfer setup.

PC Companion and Media Go™ Software

Installing and using PC Companion and Media Go™ for file management and updates.

Connecting Phone to a TV Set

Location Services

Enabling GPS and Wireless Location Finding

Activating GPS and wireless network options for location services.

Google Maps™ and Navigation Application

Using Google Maps for directions and turn-by-turn navigation.

Locking and Protecting Your Phone

IMEI Number and SIM Card Security

Viewing the IMEI number and enabling/configuring SIM card PIN lock.

Changing SIM PIN and Setting Screen Lock

Modifying SIM PIN and setting up screen unlock patterns or PINs.

Disabling Screen Lock and Creating Passwords

Disabling PIN/pattern locks and creating a password for screen security.

Updating Your Phone Software

Wireless Software Updates

Downloading and installing software updates wirelessly.

Software Updates via USB Cable Connection

Updating the phone's software using a USB cable connection.

Phone Settings Overview

Icon Overview

Status Icons

Icons that appear in the status bar indicating phone status.

Notification Icons

Icons that appear in the notification panel for alerts and messages.

Application Overview

User Support Resources

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Resolving Phone Malfunctions

Tips for resolving common phone issues like freezing or unresponsiveness.

Resetting the Phone to Factory Settings

Procedures for resetting the phone to its original factory settings.

Internet Connectivity and Error Message Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting internet connectivity issues and common error messages.

Recycle Your Phone

Legal Information and Disclaimers

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