Sony Xperia PRO-I XQ-BE52 Reference guide

Help Guide
Smartphone
Xperia PRO-I XQ-BE52/XQ-BE62/XQ-BE72
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your device.
Xperia PRO-I features
Photo Pro (Photography Pro)
Discover Photo Pro
BASIC (Basic) mode overview
AUTO/P/S/M mode overview
Video Pro (Videography Pro)
Launching Video Pro
Video Pro Menu
Video Pro Settings
Cinema Pro (Cinematography Pro)
Launching the Cinema Pro app
Combining clips and watching a film
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Bluetooth remote commander
Pairing with a Bluetooth remote commander
External monitor
Using the External monitor app
Game enhancer
Launching the Game enhancer app
Using the Game enhancer menu
Setting [Display & Sound] in the Game enhancer menu
Using the camera key as a shortcut key for a Game enhancer actions
Enhancing the sound
Enhancing the sound output using 360 Spatial Sound
Enhancing the sound output using Dolby Atmos®
Upscaling the quality of compressed music files (DSEE Ultimate)
Reducing wind noise when recording
Pop-up window
Using the pop-up window mode
Split-screen mode
Using the Split-screen mode
Dynamic Vibration
Using Dynamic Vibration
Adjusting Dynamic Vibration settings
Ambient display
Setting the Ambient display
Shortcut key
Using the shortcut key
Side Sense
Turning Side sense on or off
Using Side sense
Setting other Side sense options
Smart call handling
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Using Smart call handling
Getting started
About this Help Guide
Overview
Inserting a SIM card and memory card
Assembly - Dual SIM
Using a Dual SIM device
Screen protection
Starting your device for the first time
Setting up a Google account on your device
Transferring content
Transferring content using the Xperia Transfer 2 app (from Android/iOS)
Synchronizing data using a Google account (from Android)
Transferring content using a computer (from Android)
Transferring content using an SD card (from Android)
Device security
Making sure your device is protected
Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device
Finding, locking, or erasing a lost device
Learning the basics
Turning the screen on or off
Home screen
Adjusting the idle time before the screen turns off
Smart backlight control
One-handed mode
Taking a screenshot
Recording your device screen
Alarm
Scanning QR codes
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Notification light
Icons in the status bar
Status bar and notification panel
Status icons
Notification icons
Battery and maintenance
Charging your device
Battery and power management
Battery Care
STAMINA mode
Battery and power management
Checking battery consumption for applications
Updating your device
Before updating your device
Updating your device wirelessly
Updating your device using a computer
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
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Basic settings
Settings menu
Volume, vibration, and sound
Volume and vibration
Sounds and tones
Screen settings
Application updates
Using location services
Date and time
Photo Pro (Photography 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
HDR video recording
Recording a steady video
Using various capturing modes
Selecting a capturing mode
Slow motion videos
Portrait selfie
Panorama
Creative effect
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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
Tracking an object
Setting the Transfer & Tagging add-on mode
Data storage
Geotagging
Grid lines
Different ways to use the volume key
Audio signals
Music
Transferring music from a computer to your device
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Listening to music
Music app features
Connectivity
Wirelessly mirroring the screen of your device on a TV
Connecting your device to USB accessories
NFC (Near Field Communication)
Using your device as a wallet
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
Support app
About the Support app
Notes on use, accessibility, and legal information
Accessibility
Using your device in wet and dusty conditions
Legal information
Warranty, SAR, and usage guidelines
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Help Guide
Smartphone
Xperia PRO-I XQ-BE52/XQ-BE62/XQ-BE72
Discover Photo Pro
Photo Pro has two main features, the BASIC (Basic) mode and AUTO/P/S/M modes. With the BASIC (Basic) mode, you
can easily take photos and record videos in a manner similar to a regular smartphone camera. With the AUTO/P/S/M
modes, you can shoot your ideal images as if using a professional camera.
BASIC (Basic) mode
Taking advantage of the operability of smartphones, you can easily take photos and record videos by tapping the screen.
Lenses can be switched smoothly from super-wide angle to telephoto.
In addition to taking photos with settings automatically adjusted by the camera according to the scene and conditions,
you can also use the continuous shooting mode, Bokeh effect, brightness and color adjustment, and more.
The interface switches automatically, so you can use the camera both vertically and horizontally.
Vertical style
Horizontal style
AUTO/P/S/M modes
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The AUTO/P/S/M modes have controls that can usually be found on professional cameras. You can select automatic
settings or manually control the ISO, shutter speed, white balance, and more. You can also output to the RAW format.
Related Topic
BASIC (Basic) mode overview
AUTO/P/S/M mode overview
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BASIC (Basic) mode overview
Photo mode
Scene recognition icon and conditions icon
These icons appear when Photo Pro automatically recognizes a scene or condition.
1.
Select a capturing mode2.
Google Lens3.
Front camera lens4.
Photo Pro settings menu5.
Switch the shooting mode6.
Geotagging status7.
Use the volume key to zoom in or out8.
Tap one of the angle buttons to switch lenses
(Telephoto button) will be made available through a software update. Software rollouts are a phased process; the
timing and availability vary by market and/or operator.
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Select an aspect ratio10.
Use the camera key to launch Photo Pro or take photos11.
Switch between the front and main camera12.
Select a flash setting. The icon color changes when the flash or flashlight activates.13.
Drive mode button
Select a self-timer setting or a single shooting or continuous shooting mode.
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Use the shutter button to take photos15.
Go back or exit Photo Pro16.
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Video mode
Switch between taking photos and videos17.
Tap the thumbnail to view, share, or edit photos18.
Tap to adjust the Bokeh effect19.
Tap to adjust color and brightness20.
Tap to change the aperture value when (Wide-angle button) is selected.21.
Selected microphone1.
Select a capturing mode2.
Google Lens3.
Front camera lens4.
Photo Pro settings menu5.
Switch the shooting mode6.
Geotagging status7.
Use the volume key to zoom in or out8.
Tap one of the angle buttons to switch lenses
(Telephoto button) will be made available through a software update. Software rollouts are a phased process; the
timing and availability vary by market and/or operator.
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Tap to activate the flashlight. The icon color changes when the flashlight is activated.10.
Use the camera key to launch Photo Pro or record videos11.
Switch between the front and main camera12.
Tap to enable the [Face/Eye AF] function
(Face/Eye AF button) will be made available through a software update. Software rollouts are a phased process;
the timing and availability vary by market and/or operator.
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Use the shutter button to record videos14.
Go back or exit Photo Pro15.
Switch between taking photos and videos16.
Tap the thumbnail to view, share, or edit videos17.
Tap to enable HDR (High Dynamic Range)18.
Tap to adjust color and brightness19.
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Selecting a capturing mode
Taking a photo or recording a video
Geotagging
Frequently used features in the BASIC (Basic) mode
Using the flash
Continuous shooting
Self-timer
Viewing photos and videos
Bokeh effect
Color and brightness
HDR video recording
Scanning QR codes
Face/Eye AF (still image/video)
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Tap to change the aperture value when (Wide-angle button) is selected.20.
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AUTO/P/S/M mode overview
Use the volume key to zoom in or out.1.
Data storage icon/Amount of free space/Image size/File format/Geotagging status
The scene icon or condition icon is also displayed when the AUTO mode is selected.
2.
Battery status3.
Use the camera key to launch Photo Pro or shoot images.4.
Dial
Adjust the exposure value when the Program auto (P) mode is selected.
Adjust the shutter speed when the Shutter speed priority (S) mode or Manual exposure (M) mode is selected.
5.
Tap to lock the focus.
The button turns orange when the focus is locked. Tap the button again to unlock the focus.
6.
Tap to lock the exposure.
The button turns orange when the exposure is locked. Tap the button again to unlock the exposure.
To assign another function to the AEL button, tap [MENU] > [Setup] > [AEL button customization].
7.
Function menu
Tap to adjust settings.
To re-assign or re-order the setting items in the function menu, tap [MENU] > [Setup] > [Function menu
customization].
8.
Drag the switch to the right to lock the items on the left side of the viewfinder and the function menu, preventing
accidental operations.
9.
Focus indicator/exposure settings
(Auto focus icon) indicates that the subject is in focus.
(AE lock icon) indicates that the exposure is locked.
10.
Tap the thumbnail to view, share, or edit photos.
Tap (Back button) to return to the Photo Pro standby screen.
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Function menu
Shooting still images
Auto mode (AUTO)
Program auto (P)
Shutter speed priority (S)
Manual exposure (M)
Camera settings memory
Memory recall (MR)
Pairing with a Bluetooth remote commander
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Tap to switch lenses.
To use the zoom, tap (Open zoom dial icon), pinch in or out on the viewfinder, or use the volume key.
[50 mm] will be made available through a software update. Software rollouts are a phased process; the timing and
availability vary by market and/or operator.
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Tap to change the aperture value when [Lens] is set to [24 mm].13.
Tap to show or hide information displayed on the viewfinder.
The histogram represents the luminance distribution graphically.
The level meter helps you to measure the angle of the device and keep the picture horizontal. When your device
senses that it is level, the level meter turns green.
To customize the items that are displayed when you tap [DISP], tap [MENU] > [Setup] > [DISP button customization].
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Tap to adjust more detailed settings.15.
Tap to switch the shooting mode.
To select the default shooting mode when Photo Pro is launched, tap [MENU] > [Setup] > [Shooting mode at launch],
and then select an option.
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Launching Video Pro
Video Pro is a video recording function that excels in mobility and flexibility of shooting. Video Pro allows you to shoot
video with flexibility and accuracy according to your shooting environment. You are now free to capture your creative
vision.
Video Pro home screen
Hint
Tap orange parameters to change settings.
Find and tap (Video Pro icon).
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Data storage icon/Remaining recordable time/Title prefix
The file name of the recorded video is “Title prefix_Date_Time”.
To change the title prefix, tap (Settings icon) > [Title prefix].
1.
Use the volume key to zoom in or out.2.
Recording status3.
Status indications
(Slow-motion recording icon)/ (Heat caution icon)/ (Geotagging status icon)/ 100% (Battery
status icons)
4.
Tap to adjust the appropriate shutter speed, ISO value, and white balance automatically.5.
Use the camera key to start or stop recording.6.
Menu button – Tap to open the menu.
To switch pages, tap [1] or [2].
7.
Tap to lock the items and prevent accidental operations.8.
Settings icon – Tap to open Settings.9.
Drag the slider to zoom in or out.10.
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Video Pro Menu
Video Pro Settings
Pairing with a Bluetooth remote commander
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Drag the slider to adjust the focus manually.
To switch the focus mode to auto or manual, tap [AF] or [MF]
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Tap to start or stop recording.12.
Tap to capture the current frame as a still image.13.
Tap to show or hide information displayed on the viewfinder.14.
Tap to adjust settings.15.
Level meter
The level meter helps you to measure the angle of the device and keep the picture horizontal. When your device
senses that it is level, the level meter turns green.
16.
Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames)17.
Tap the thumbnail to view, share, or edit videos.
To return to Video Pro, swipe down on the screen or tap (Back button).
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Video Pro Menu
Tap [Menu] to open the menu. To switch pages, tap [1] or [2]. Menus on page 2 can also be adjusted by tapping icons at
the bottom of the viewfinder.
Hint
Tap orange parameters to change settings.
Lens
Selects a lens.
[50 mm] will be made available through a software update. Software rollouts are a phased process; the timing and
availability vary by market and/or operator.
Iris
Changes the aperture when [Lens] is set to [24 mm].
HDR
Enables or disables HDR (High Dynamic Range).
FPS
Adjusts the frame rate.
Video format
Selects a video format.
Slow motion
Enables or disables slow-motion recording.
Markers
Set [Use markers] to [On] to display markers and guidelines. You can set the types of markers and guidelines to be
displayed.
Video light
Turns the flashlight on or off.
Stabilization
Turns video stabilization on or off.
WB
Adjusts the white balance. To adjust the white balance according to a selected white area, select [Custom 1],
[Custom 2], or [Custom 3], tap [Set], hold your device so that the white area fully covers the frame in the center, and
then tap [Set] again.
Gain/ISO
Adjusts the ISO sensitivity or gain. To switch the displayed value between the ISO sensitivity and gain, tap
(Settings icon) > [ISO/Gain mode].
Shutter
Set to [Auto] to adjust the shutter speed automatically according to the subject. When the shutter speed is turned off
by tapping the switch, the shutter speed is adjusted according to the selected frame rate.
AE level
Changes the automatic exposure adjustment value.
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Input volume/Output volume
Changes the audio level.
Face/Eye AF
Detects and focuses on the faces or eyes of people and animals.
The [Face/Eye AF] function is not available when [FPS] is set to [119.88] or [Video format] is set to [3840x2160P] and
[FPS] is set to [59.94].
The [Face/Eye AF] function will be made available through a software update. Software rollouts are a phased
process; the timing and availability vary by market and/or operator.
Related Topic
Launching Video Pro
Video Pro Settings
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Video Pro Settings
Tap (Menu icon) to open the Settings menu.
Shooting
ISO/Gain mode
Switches the displayed value between the ISO sensitivity and gain.
AGC Limit (HDR)/AGC Limit (SDR)
Sets the upper limit for AGC (Auto Gain Control). An upper limit is not set when [Off] is selected. [AGC Limit (HDR)]
and [AGC Limit (SDR)] are available when [ISO/Gain mode] is selected in [Gain].
Auto ISO Limit (HDR)/Auto ISO Limit (SDR)
Sets the upper limit for the ISO sensitivity. An upper limit is not set when [Off] is selected. [Auto ISO Limit (HDR)] and
[Auto ISO Limit (SDR)] are available when [ISO/Gain mode] is selected in [ISO].
Object tracking
Detects and tracks a moving objects.
The [Object tracking] function is not available when [FPS] is set to [119.88] or [Video format] is set to [3840x2160P]
and [FPS] is set to [59.94].
The [Object tracking] function will be made available through a software update. Software rollouts are a phased
process; the timing and availability vary by market and/or operator.
Project
File format (4K)
Sets the file format for recording.
Media
Title prefix
Changes the title prefix. The file name of the recorded video is “Title prefix_Date_Time”.
Data storage
Selects the internal storage or an SD card as the save destination.
Audio
Intelligent wind filter
Reduces wind noise.
Mic
Selects [LR (stereo)] or [Rear (mono)]. When [Rear (mono)] is selected, touch the rear panel as little as possible
during recording to avoid noise being recorded.
Technical
Assign camera key
REC: Uses the camera key as a REC button. You can start recording by pressing the camera key even if a setting
dialog is open.
Photo: Uses the camera key as a shutter button. You can take a photo during recording by pressing the camera key
even if a setting dialog is open.
Off: No functions are assigned.
Assign volume keys
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Zoom: Uses the volume key to zoom in or out. You can zoom in or out by pressing the volume key even if a setting
dialog is open.
REC: Uses the volume key as a REC button. You can start recording by pressing the volume key even if a setting
dialog is open.
Volume: Activates the volume key for Video Pro.
Off: No functions are assigned.
Lock options
Whole screen: Locks the whole screen including the REC button and (Camera icon) when you lock the screen.
Not REC/Photo: Does not lock the REC button and (Camera icon) when you lock the screen.
Save location
Saves your still images and videos with the location where they were shot.
Maintenance
Level calibration
Calibrates the standard for the horizontal plane to fix deviations in the direction of tilt.
Bluetooth remote control
Pairs with a Bluetooth remote commander.
Reset settings
Resets all settings to their defaults.
Related Topic
Launching Video Pro
Video Pro Menu
Pairing with a Bluetooth remote commander
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