Sony Xperia 1 IV Reference guide

Help Guide
Smartphone
Xperia 1 IV XQ-CT54/XQ-CT62/XQ-CT72
Topics for starting up your device
Inserting a SIM card and memory card
Configuring an eSIM (XQ-CT54 only)
Turning on your device
Popular topics
Taking a screenshot
Display settings
External sites for reference
Xperia 1 IV support information
Android help
Getting started
Overview
Inserting a SIM card and memory card
Configuring an eSIM (XQ-CT54 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
Taking a screenshot
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Recording your device screen
Scanning QR codes
Adjusting the idle time before the screen turns off
Smart backlight control
Using Side sense
Setting other Side sense options
Split-screen mode
Pop-up window mode
One-handed mode
Alarm
Notification light
Icons in the status bar
Status bar and notification panel
Status icons
Notification icons
Photo Pro (Photography Pro)
Discover Photo Pro
BASIC (Basic) mode
BASIC (Basic) mode overview
Taking a photo or recording a video
Viewing photos and videos
Scanning QR codes
Frequently used features in the BASIC (Basic) mode
Selfies
Taking a selfie
Taking a selfie using Hand shutter
BASIC (Basic) mode settings
Color and brightness
Bokeh effect
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HDR video recording
Dynamic range
Recording a steady video
Using various capturing modes
Selecting a capturing mode
Slow motion videos
Portrait selfie
Panorama
Creative effect
Using the AUTO/P/S/M modes
AUTO/P/S/M mode overview
Function menu
Shooting still images
Selecting a shooting mode
Auto mode (AUTO)
Program auto (P)
Shutter speed priority (S)
Manual exposure (M)
Registering and recalling camera settings
Camera settings memory
Memory recall (MR)
Selecting a Drive mode (Continuous shooting/Self-timer)
Continuous shooting
Self-timer
Using the flash
Scene and condition recognition
Additional camera settings
Setting the focus by touching the viewfinder
Face/Eye AF (still image/video)
Softening the skin tone
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Tracking an object
Setting the Transfer & Tagging add-on mode
Data storage
Geotagging
Grid lines
Different ways to use the volume button
Audio signals
Video Pro (Videography Pro)
Launching Video Pro
Video Pro Menu
Video Pro Settings
Video Pro Streaming mode
Cinema Pro (Cinematography Pro)
Launching the Cinema Pro app
Combining clips and watching a film
Music Pro
Music Pro
Music
Transferring music from a computer to your device
Listening to music
Music app features
Game enhancer
Launching the Game enhancer app
Using the Game enhancer menu
Setting the image quality and sound in the Game enhancer menu
Live streaming using Game enhancer
External monitor
Using the External monitor app
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External monitor Streaming mode
External monitor Audio settings
Monitor endurance mode
Support app
About the Support app
Settings
Settings menu
Volume, vibration, and sound
Volume and vibration
Sounds and tones
Display settings
Using location services
Date and time
Power management
Battery Care
STAMINA mode
Battery and power management
Checking battery consumption for applications
Enhancing the sound
Enhancing the sound output using Dolby Sound
Personalizing sound quality using 360 Reality Audio
Enhancing the sound output using 360 Upmix
Upscaling the quality of compressed music files (DSEE Ultimate)
Reducing wind noise when recording
Dynamic Vibration
Using Dynamic Vibration
Adjusting Dynamic Vibration settings
Ambient display
Smart call handling
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Maintenance
Updating your device
Before updating your device
Updating your device wirelessly
Application updates
Restarting, resetting, and repairing
Restarting and resetting your device
Repairing the device software using Xperia Companion
Resetting your applications
Improving memory performance
Viewing the memory status
Freeing up space on the internal storage
Stopping applications and services from running
Formatting the memory card
Internet and networks
Mobile data connection
Increasing Wi-Fi® signal strength
Controlling data usage
Connectivity
Bluetooth® wireless technology
Turning the Bluetooth function on or off
Naming your device
Pairing with another Bluetooth device
Pairing with a Bluetooth remote commander
Sending items using Bluetooth technology
Receiving items using Bluetooth technology
Sharing audio with multiple devices (Bluetooth LE Audio)
NFC (Near Field Communication)
Using your device as a wallet
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Wirelessly mirroring the screen of your device on a TV
Connecting your device to USB accessories
Device security
Making sure your device is protected
Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device
Finding, locking, or erasing a lost device
Notes on use, accessibility, and legal information
About this Help Guide
Accessibility
Using your device in wet and dusty conditions
Legal information
Warranty, SAR, and usage guidelines
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Help Guide
Smartphone
Xperia 1 IV XQ-CT54/XQ-CT62/XQ-CT72
Overview
Note
Screen covers and protectors may help you protect your device against damage. We recommend you use only those screen
covers intended for your Xperia device. The use of third-party screen protection accessories may prevent your device from
working correctly by covering sensors, lenses, speakers, or microphones and can invalidate the warranty.
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3.5 mm audio jack1.
Front camera2.
Ear speaker/Second loudspeaker3.
Proximity/Light sensor4.
Second microphone5.
Charging/Notification light6.
Volume/Zoom button7.
Power button/Fingerprint sensor8.
Shutter button9.
Main loudspeaker10.
USB port/Charger
You can view the screen of your device on a TV or other large display device using a USB Type-C® cable.
You can also access the internet via a LAN cable by using a commercially available USB-LAN adapter.
Note
When you connect your device to a TV or other large display using a USB Type-C cable, the cable must be compatible with
the display port standard. Note that some functions or content on your Xperia device may not be displayable on the TV or
display device.
Some USB-LAN adapters may not work properly.
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Main microphone12.
Nano SIM/Memory card slot13.
3D iToF sensor14.
Flash LED15.
RGB-IR sensor16.
Main camera17.
NFC detection area18.
Cellular antenna19.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/GPS/Cellular antenna20.
Wireless charging coil21.
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5G mmWave antenna area (XQ-CT62 only)
Note
Do not cover the antenna area of your device with your hand or a holder. It may reduce the quality of network communications.
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Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna22.
Cellular antenna23.
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