Sony 1264-0774, ST21i, ST21A, 1264-0775, 1264-0773, 1264-0772 manual Data roaming, Network settings

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To turn off all data traffic

1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks.

3Unmark the Data enabled checkbox.

Data roaming

Depending on your network operator, it might be possible to allow mobile data connections via 2G/3G outside of your home network (roaming). Please note that data transmission charges may apply. Contact your network operator for more information.

Applications may sometimes use the Internet connection in your home network without any notification, for example, when sending search and synchronization requests. Additional charges may apply for data roaming. Consult your service provider.

To activate data roaming

1 From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks.

3Mark the Data roaming checkbox.

You can’t activate data roaming when data connections have been deactivated

Network settings

Your phone automatically switches between networks depending on available networks over different locations. Initially, your phone is configured to use the fastest mobile network mode available for data. But you can configure your phone manually to only use a slower 2G network mode for data, to extend the life of your battery between charges. You can also configure your phone to access a different set of network modes entirely, or to behave in particular ways when roaming.

To select a network mode

1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks.

3Tap Network Mode.

4Select a network mode.

To select another network manually

1 From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks > Service providers.

3Tap Search mode.

4When a popup window appears, tap Manual.

5Select a network.

If you select a network manually, your phone will not search for other networks, even if you move out of range of the manually selected network.

To activate automatic network selection

1 From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks > Service providers.

3When a pop-up window appears, tap Search mode.

4Tap Automatic.

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Contents User guide Contents Wi-Fi Calendar Alarm clockNeoReader application menu overview Copying media files to your memory cardUsing TrackID technology results Using the music playerNaming your phone Pairing with another Bluetooth device Transferring and handling content using a USB cableStatus icons 108 Notification icons Troubleshooting 113Important information Applications Android what and why?Getting started AssemblyTo remove the SIM card To insert the SIM cardSetup guide Turning the phone on and offScreen lock Google account Accounts and servicesMicrosoft Exchange ActiveSync account Facebook accountPhone overview Getting to know your phoneUsing the keys BatteryCharging the battery Improving battery performance Battery LED statusTo check the battery level To charge the phoneZooming Using the touchscreenTo zoom ScrollingTo zoom with two fingers To scrollSensors Home screenTo flick To go to the Home screenTimescape Friends widget WidgetsTimescape Share widget Rearranging your Home screenAccessing and using applications Changing the background of your Home screenApplication screen Opening and closing applications Recently used applications windowApplication menu Rearranging your Application screen Status and notificationsChecking notifications and ongoing activities To open the phone settings menu from the Notification panelTo open the Notification panel To dismiss a notification from the Notification panelUsing the on-screen keyboard Phone settings menuTyping text On-screen keyboardApplication bar Using the Phonepad Using the Gesture input function to write wordsTo change the Gesture input settings To enter text using the Gesture input functionKeyboard and Phonepad settings Text input settings Adjusting the volumeCustomizing your phone Time and date Ringtone settingsScreen settings Flight modePhone language Memory Using a headset with your phoneMemory card Formatting the memory cardControlling data usage Internet and messaging settingsTurning off data traffic Data roaming Network settingsCalling Emergency callsCall handling Recent calls VoicemailConference calls Multiple callsBarring calls Call settingsRejecting a call with a message Forwarding callsTo enable or disable fixed dialing To access the list of accepted call recipientsFixed Dialing Numbers Using the PC Companion program to transfer contacts Transferring contacts using a PCContacts Transferring contacts to your new phoneTo receive contacts sent using a messaging service To receive contact data sent using Bluetooth technologyTo import contacts from a SIM card To import contacts from a memory cardManaging your contacts Contacts screen overviewTo view your contacts To add a contactGroups Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts applicationSharing your contacts Communicating with your contactsBacking up contacts FavoritesTo export contacts to a SIM card To export all contacts to a memory cardMessaging Using text and multimedia messagingText and multimedia message options To set up an email account in your phone Using e-mailMail To create and send an email messageTo read your email messages To receive email messagesTo view an email message attachment To save a senders email address to your contactsTo delete an email message To forward an email messageTo search for emails To mark a read email as unreadGmail and other Google services Using email accountsTo open the Gmail application To set up a Google account in your phoneGoogle Talk To start Google TalkTo reply to an instant message with Talk Downloading from Google Play Getting started with Google PlayClearing your application data Before you download applicationsTo delete an installed application Installing applications not from Google PlayPermissions To clear all cache for an applicationBefore you download content PlayNow serviceDownloading from the PlayNow service To start PlayNowAlarm clock Getting organizedCalendar To deactivate an alarm To edit an existing alarmTo activate an existing alarm To delete an alarmTo activate the vibrate function for an alarm To set alarms to sound when the phone is in silent modeTo snooze an alarm when it sounds NeoReader application menu overview Scanning with the NeoReader applicationTo start the NeoReader application To scan a barcodeSynchronizing with Google Synchronizing data on your phoneTo synchronize manually with your Google account To synchronize your browser with Google ChromeSynchronizing with Facebook inside your Xperia phone Synchronizing your corporate email, calendar and contactsTo set a synchronization interval for a corporate account To remove a corporate account from your phoneTo set up a Facebook inside Xperia account on your phone Synchronizing using SyncMLTo set up a SyncML account in your phone To remove a Facebook inside Xperia account from your phoneTo remove a SyncML account from your phone To set a synchronization intervalConnecting to wireless networks Wi-FiBefore using Wi-Fi Wi-Fi network status Advanced Wi-Fi settingsWi-Fi sleep policy Sharing your phone’s mobile data connectionTo rename or secure your portable hotspot To share your phone’s data connection using a USB cableBrowsing the web Web browserNavigating web pages Search and address barManaging bookmarks To open a bookmark To bookmark a webTo edit a bookmark To add a bookmarked webpage to your Home screenMultiple windows Managing text and imagesBrowser settings Downloading from the webAuto-fitting web pages To enable plug-ins on demand Plugin settingsAuto-filling text To create text for auto-fillingTo play audio content Using the music playerMusic Copying media files to your memory cardTo change tracks To adjust the audio volumeTo fast forward and rewind music To improve the sound with the equalizerDiscovering related audio content Music player widgetPlaying music in random order Playlists To delete a playlist Using TrackID technology results Identifying music using TrackID technologyTo delete a track from the track history FM radio overview Using the FM radioMoving between radio channels To start the FM radioSwitching between the speaker and the handsfree Using your favorite radio channelsIdentifying radio tracks using TrackID Making a new search for radio channelsCamera controls overview Taking photos and recording videosTo open the camera To take a photo by tapping the on-screen buttonUsing still camera settings Still camera settings overview ScenesAdding the geographical position to your photos Exposure value Self-timerMetering White balanceUsing the video camera Tips on using the cameraCapturing method To record a video by tapping the screenVideo camera settings overview Scenes Using video camera settingsSelf timer MicrophoneShutter sound Working with albums Viewing photos and videos in GalleryTo open Gallery and view your albums To open an album in GalleryTo view photos from online services in Gallery Working with batches of content in GalleryTo view photos and videos in Gallery To work with batches of photos or videos in GalleryWorking with photos in Gallery Working with videos Viewing your photos on a mapTo fast forward and rewind a video To adjust the volume of a videoTo share a video To delete a videoPairing with another Bluetooth device Bluetooth wireless technologyNaming your phone To give your phone a nameTo pair your phone with another Bluetooth device Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technologyTo connect your phone to another Bluetooth device To unpair a Bluetooth deviceTo view files you have received using Bluetooth To receive items using BluetoothConnecting your phone to a computer Transferring and handling content using a USB cableTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi To remove a pairing with another device To connect paired devices wirelessly in Media transfer modePC Companion Media GoTo transfer content using the Media Go application Using GPS Using location services to find your positionTo enable GPS Google MapsUsing Google Maps to get directions Using the Navigation applicationViewing your friends’ locations with Google Latitude Locking and protecting your phone Imei numberSIM card protection Setting a screen lock To create a screen lock password To disable the screen unlock password103 Updating your phone wirelessly Updating your phone using a USB cable connectionUpdating your phone To update your phone using an Apple Mac computer To download software updates using a USB cable connectionTo download the PC Companion application from your phone 105106 Phone settings overview107 Status icons Status and notification icons overviewNotification icons 108109 110 Application overview111 To access the Help application User support112 Troubleshooting No network coverage Error messagesEmergency calls only SIM card locked115 Recycling your phoneLegal information Sony ST21i/ST21a116 117 IndexMMS 118SOS See emergency numbers 119120
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The Sony ST21a2, also known as the Sony Xperia Tipo, is a compact and user-friendly smartphone designed to cater to the needs of users seeking an accessible Android experience. With its sleek design and modest specifications, the Xperia Tipo emphasizes simplicity without compromising essential features.

One of the defining characteristics of the Xperia Tipo is its lightweight and ergonomic body, making it comfortable to hold and use for extended periods. The device boasts a 3.2-inch display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, providing decent visual quality for browsing and media playback. The screen is designed to enhance user interaction, making navigation through the Android interface smooth and straightforward.

The Xperia Tipo runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, which offers a range of functionalities that make everyday tasks more manageable. Users can access the Google Play Store, allowing them to download a vast array of applications to further customize their experience. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 processor, which, while not the latest in technology, provides sufficient performance for routine tasks such as calling, texting, and using social media.

Another notable feature of the Xperia Tipo is its 3.2-megapixel rear camera, which allows users to take basic photos and videos. The camera includes features such as geo-tagging and a simple interface, making it suitable for casual photography. Unfortunately, it lacks a front-facing camera, limiting its capability for video calls.

Connectivity options for the Xperia Tipo include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 3G support, ensuring that users can stay connected whether at home or on the go. The device also includes a 1500mAh battery, providing adequate longevity for daily use without the need for frequent recharging.

In terms of storage, the Xperia Tipo comes with 2.5GB of internal memory, expandable via microSD, allowing users to store additional apps, photos, and media files easily. The phone’s compact size, alongside its modest features, makes it an excellent choice for first-time smartphone users or those looking for a reliable secondary device.

In summary, the Sony ST21a2, or Xperia Tipo, is characterized by its compact design, user-friendly interface, and essential features. While it may not compete with more advanced smartphones in terms of specifications, it provides a solid foundation for users seeking simplicity and functionality in their mobile experience.
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