Sony XQ-BQ52 Reference guide

Help Guide
Smartphone
Xperia 5 III XQ-BQ52/XQ-BQ62/XQ-BQ72
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions about your device.
Software update features
Changes after updating the software to Android 13
Changes after updating the software to Android 12
Xperia 5 III features
Photo Pro (Photography Pro)
Discover Photo Pro
BASIC (Basic) mode overview
AUTO/P/S/M mode overview
Cinema Pro (Cinematography Pro)
Launching the Cinema Pro app
Combining clips and watching a film
Bluetooth remote commander
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Pairing with a Bluetooth remote commander
External monitor
Using the External monitor app
External monitor Streaming mode
External monitor Audio settings
Game enhancer
Launching the Game enhancer app
Using Game enhancer while playing
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
Side Sense
Turning Side sense on or off
Using Side sense
Setting other Side sense options
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
Smart call handling
Using Smart call handling
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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
Notification light
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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
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
Basic settings
Settings menu
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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
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
Using the AUTO/P/S/M modes
AUTO/P/S/M mode overview
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Settings icons
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
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
Listening to music
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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 5 III XQ-BQ52/XQ-BQ62/XQ-BQ72
Changes after updating the software to Android 13
In addition to the update of the software to Android 13, some changes are also made to the existing functions. The
following are some of the major changes after updating your device to Android 13.
This Help Guide does not describe all Android 13 features and functions. Some features, functions, settings, and
elements of the screen design may differ from the content of this Help Guide after updating your device to Android 13.
New lock screen
The following icons are displayed on the lock screen. You can quickly access each feature from the lock screen by
touching and holding the icons.
Note
The operating method for the icons on the lock screen has changed from swiping to touching and holding.
(Wallet button) will be displayed if you install an NFC payment app and configure the appropriate settings.
You can display or hide (Wallet button) on the lock screen. Find and tap [Settings] > [Display] > [Lock screen], and
then tap the [Show wallet] switch.
(Device controls button) will be displayed on the lock screen if you install a device control app and configure the
appropriate settings.
You can display or hide (Device controls button) on the lock screen. Find and tap [Settings] > [Display] > [Lock
screen], and then tap the [Show device controls] switch.
Hint
You can control a connected external device without unlocking your device. Find and tap [Settings] > [Display] > [Lock screen],
and then tap the [Control from locked device] switch to enable the function.
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New Quick settings panel
Swipe down twice from the top of the screen to open the Quick settings panel.
Opening the QR Code scanner from the Quick settings panel
Checking active apps (B)
Tap to display active apps that might affect battery life even if you are not using them. You can select a running app and
stop it. Not all apps can be stopped.
Change in the positions of icons (C)
Tap (Settings icon) to open the Settings menu.
Tap (Power menu button) to open the Power menu.
Wallpaper & style
You can change the system accent color to match the selected wallpaper.
Changes in Photo Pro
Change in the display method for QR Code scanning results
The display method for QR Code scanning results has changed from a notification to a banner.
Point the camera at the QR Code, and then tap the banner that appears in the viewfinder.
Note
QR Code notifications are no longer displayed in the notification panel.
New features of Cinema Pro
Registering and recalling recording settings
In the Quick settings panel, swipe left or right to find (Scan QR code) (A), and then tap it.1.
Touch and hold an empty area on the Home screen, and then tap [Wallpaper & style].
You can select the desired colors or settings on the [Wallpaper & style] settings screen.
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You can register and recall recording settings.
New features of External Monitor
Monitor mode
The screen when your device is used as a monitor for a connected external device is called the monitor mode. The
following features and displays have been added in the monitor mode.
Streaming mode
By using the streaming mode, you can live stream from anywhere via a mobile network while monitoring video from an
external camera. Refer to the appropriate topic listed in “Related Topic” for details.
Audio settings
You can set the audio output and adjust the audio quality while live streaming. Refer to the appropriate topic listed in
“Related Topic” for details.
New features of Side Sense
The Side sense menu and Multi-window menu have been improved.
You can switch between the Side sense menu and Multi-window menu by tapping each tab.
To take a screenshot by using the Side sense menu, tap [Take screenshot] in the bottom area.
To register often-used combinations of modes and settings, tap (Menu icon) > [Save current settings], select a
slot, adjust the settings, and then tap [Save].
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To apply the saved settings, tap [Memory recall settings], select the desired slot, and then tap [Apply].2.
Tap to display and select from among various styles of waveform.
You can check the exposure and color balance of the input video on the displayed luminance and color-tone
waveforms.
1.
Tap to show or hide false colors.
You can use false color to check the exposure of the input video via the colored image, which shows the brightness
of the input signal.
2.
Tap to select [Monitor mode] or [Streaming mode].3.
Audio status4.
Selected mode5.
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