Sony LT29i manual Virtual private networks VPNs, To share your data connection using a USB cable

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shared, the sharing devices can use your device's data connection, for example, to surf the Internet, download applications, or send and receive emails.

You may need to prepare your computer to establish a network connection via USB cable. Go to www.android.com/tether to get the most current information.

To share your data connection using a USB cable

1Deactivate all USB cable connections to your device.

2Using the USB cable that came with your device, connect your device to a computer.

3From your Home screen, tap .

4Find and tap Settings > More… > Tethering & portable hotspot.

5Mark the USB tethering checkbox, then tap OK if prompted. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.

6To stop sharing your data connection, unmark the USB tethering checkbox or disconnect the USB cable.

You cannot share your device's data connection and SD card over a USB cable at the same time.

To use your device as a portable Wi-Fi® hotspot

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Tethering & portable hotspot.

3Tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.

4Enter the Network SSID information.

5To select a security type, tap the Security field. If required, enter a password.

6Tap Save.

7 Tap and mark the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot checkbox.

8If prompted, tap OK to confirm. appears in the status bar once the portable Wi-Fi® hotspot is active.

9To stop sharing your data connection via Wi-Fi®, unmark the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot checkbox.

To rename or secure your portable hotspot

1From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Tethering & portable hotspot.

3Tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.

4Enter the Network SSID for the network.

5To select a security type, tap the Security field.

6If required, enter a password.

7Tap Save.

Virtual private networks (VPNs)

Use your device to connect to virtual private networks (VPNs), which allow you to access resources inside a secured local network from a public network. For example, VPN connections are commonly used by corporations and educational institutions for users who need to access intranets and other internal services when they are outside of the internal network, for example, when they are traveling.

VPN connections can be set up in many ways, depending on the network. Some networks may require you to transfer and install a security certificate on your device. For detailed information on how to set up a connection to your virtual private network, please contact the network administrator of your company or organization.

To add a virtual private network

1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > VPN.

3Tap .

4Select the type of VPN to add.

5Enter your VPN settings.

6Tap Save.

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Contents Xperia TX Contents Contacts Taking photos and recording videosCalendar 101 Alarm clock Location services and sources Using GPS Google Maps 100Browsing the web 110 Xperia TX User guide Android-what and why? Getting startedAbout this User guide Phone overviewAssembly To remove the batteryTo insert the memory card and the micro SIM card Turning the device on and offLocking and unlocking the screen To turn on the deviceAccounts and services Setup guideGoogle account Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account Facebook accountGetting to know your device Using the keysUsing the touchscreen Marking optionsTo zoom ScrollingTo scroll Sensors BatteryCharging the battery To flickTo check the battery level Battery notification light statusImproving battery performance To access the battery usage menuUsing Low battery mode Using Stamina modeEstimating the standby time of your device Lock screen Home screenRearranging your Home screen WidgetsCustomization options Taking a screenshot Accessing and using applicationsChanging the background of your Home screen Opening and closing applications Using small appsApplication screen Recently used applications windowApplication menu Rearranging your Application screenChecking notifications and ongoing activities To uninstall an application from the Application screenStatus and notifications To move an application on the Application screenSetting your device from the Notification panel Customizing quick settings from the Notification panel Accessing settingsOn-screen keyboard Phonepad Entering text using voice input Personalizing the Xperia keyboard Editing textApplication bar Adjusting the sound settings Adjusting the volumeCustomizing your device Screen settings Ringtone settingsDate and time Memory Language settingsAirplane mode Memory cardFormatting the memory card Using a headsetInternet and messaging settings Clearing the application memoryControlling data usage Access Point Names APNsUsage info Mobile network settings To activate automatic network selection Data roamingTo select another network manually To activate data roamingDownloading applications from other sources Downloading applicationsDownloading applications from Google Play To download an application from Google PlayMaking calls To make a call using smart dialCalling Making calls overviewShowing or hiding your phone number Receiving callsRejecting a call with a message Ongoing calls Using the call logOngoing calls overview Restricting calls Forwarding callsMultiple calls Conference calls VoicemailTo make an emergency call Emergency callsTo make an emergency call while the SIM card is locked Contacts Transferring contacts using a computerTransferring contacts using an online account Transferring contactsContacts screen overview To import contacts using Bluetooth technologySearching and viewing contacts To import contacts from a SIM cardTo associate a picture with a contact To add a contactTo edit a contact To personalize the ringtone for a contactSending contact information Favorites and groupsAvoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application To separate linked contacts Backing up contactsTo link contacts To export all contacts to a memory cardTo create and send a message Messaging and chatReading and sending messages To read a received messageOrganizing your messages Calling from a message Messaging settingsInstant messaging and video chat To reply to a chat message or join a video call To start an instant message or a video callTo learn more about Hangouts To set an email account as your default account Setting up emailTo set up an email account Sending and receiving email messagesEmail preview pane Organizing your email messages To remove an email account from your device Email account settingsGmail To change the inbox check frequencyTransferring music to your device MusicListening to music To play a song To adjust the audio volumeWalkman home screen To find song-related information onlinePlaylists Sharing music Sharing music on FacebookVisualizer Enhancing the soundRecognizing music with TrackID To view TrackID charts from another region To identify music using TrackID technologyTo view TrackID charts To buy a track recognized by the TrackID applicationTo listen to the FM radio FM radioListening to the radio To move between radio channelsSound settings Favorite radio channelsCamera Taking photos and recording videosUsing Smile Shutter to capture smiling faces Face detectionAdding the geographical position to your photos General camera settingsCapturing mode settings overview Quick launchStill camera settings Focus mode Self timerSmile Shutter Preview MeteringImage stabilizer FlashVideo camera settings overview Video resolution Video camera settingsTo adjust the video camera settings Microphone Album Viewing photos and videosSharing and managing photos and videos Editing photos with the Photo editor application Analyzing photos with faces in AlbumPhoto albums To improve a photo using advanced settingsTo adjust the light settings for a photo To apply special effects to a photoViewing your photos on a map To view photos from online services in AlbumTo view and add comments to online album content To Like a photo or video on FacebookTo view geotagged photos on a globe To add a geotag to a photoTo view geotagged photos on a map To change the geotag of a photoOverview of Movies MoviesWatching videos in the Movies application To play a video in MoviesTransferring video content to your device Managing video contentWeb browser overview Web browserBrowsing the web To browse with Google ChromeBefore using Wi-Fi Connecting to wireless networksConnectivity Wi-Fi Direct Advanced Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi network statusWi-Fi sleep policy Sharing your mobile data connectionVirtual private networks VPNs To share your data connection using a USB cableTo use your device as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot To rename or secure your portable hotspotSharing content with Dlna Certified devices Playing files from Dlna Certified devices on your devicePlaying files on a Digital Media Renderer device To set access permissions for a pending deviceTo change the access level of a registered device To stop sharing files with other Dlna Certified devicesTo play a music track from your device on a DMR device To view photos or videos from your device on a DMR deviceTo turn on the NFC function To share a photo or video with another device using NFC To share a contact with another device using NFCTo share a music file with another device using NFC NFC detection areaTo share a web address with another device using NFC Bluetooth wireless technologyConnecting to an NFC compatible device Scanning NFC tagsPairing with another Bluetooth device Naming your deviceTo send items using Bluetooth Connecting your device to a computerSending and receiving items using Bluetooth technology To receive items using BluetoothTransferring and handling content using a USB cable Transferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-FiPC Companion Media GoConnecting your device to a TV set using a cable Sony Bridge for MacScanning barcodes with the NeoReader application Screen mirroringAbout scanning with the NeoReader application Smart Connect NeoReader application menu overviewManaging devices To pair and connect an accessoryTo adjust the settings for a connected accessory To edit a Smart Connect eventAbout synchronizing data on your device Synchronizing with Google servicesSynchronizing data on your device Synchronizing with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSyncTo set a synchronization interval for a corporate account To set up an Xperia with Facebook account on your deviceSynchronizing with Facebook To remove a corporate accountPage Maps and locations Location services and sourcesUsing GPS Getting the best performanceTo use Google Maps Google MapsViewing your friends’ locations with Google Latitude To learn more about Google MapsAbout the alarm clock Calendar and alarm clockAlarm clock CalendarTo deactivate an alarm To set a new alarmTo edit an existing alarm To activate an existing alarmTo snooze an alarm when it sounds To activate the vibrate function for an alarmTo set alarms to sound when the device is in silent mode To turn off an alarm when it soundsUpdating your device using a USB cable connection Support and maintenanceUpdating your device wirelessly Updating your deviceTypes of content you can back up Backup and restore applicationPreparing to use the Backup and restore application Resetting your device Managing backup recordsLocking and protecting your device Setting a screen lockImei number To disable the Face Unlock feature To set up the Face Unlock featureTo unlock the screen using the Face Unlock feature To unlock the screen using a screen unlock patternFinding your device Recycling your deviceStatus icons ReferenceStatus and notification icons overview 110Notification icons Application overview111 112 Important information leaflet Limitations to services and featuresImportant information Legal information114

LT29i specifications

The Sony LT29i, also known as the Sony Xperia T, is a notable smartphone that captured attention with its remarkable design and impressive specifications. Launched in late 2012, it stood out in the competitive smartphone market, particularly for those who valued media consumption and quality photography.

One of the key features of the Sony LT29i is its stunning 4.55-inch HD Reality Display, which boasts a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels. This display is powered by Sony’s Mobile Bravia Engine, providing vibrant colors, sharp images, and excellent viewing angles, making it ideal for enjoying videos and games. The screen is also protected by scratch-resistant glass, ensuring durability against daily wear and tear.

Under the hood, the Xperia T is driven by a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor with a clock speed of 1.5 GHz and an Adreno 320 GPU, which together deliver outstanding performance for multitasking and gaming. With 1 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD card, users have enough space for apps, media, and documents, catering to the storage needs of both casual and power users.

Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the 13-megapixel rear camera, equipped with Sony's Exmor RS sensor, which allows for exceptional low-light performance and fast capture times. The camera features high-definition video recording capabilities, allowing users to record 1080p videos. The front-facing camera, while simpler, provides sufficient quality for video calls.

The Xperia T also features a robust set of connectivity options, including 4G LTE support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, and HDMI output. This extensive suite of connectivity features makes it easy for users to share content and connect to various devices seamlessly.

The smartphone runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, providing users with a user-friendly interface and access to the vast ecosystem of applications available on the Google Play Store. Sony’s custom UI adds enhancements like the Walkman app for music enthusiasts and PlayStation Mobile for gamers.

With a 1850 mAh battery, the LT29i ensures a respectable battery life, allowing users to enjoy their multimedia experience without frequent recharging. Overall, the Sony LT29i combines impressive hardware, excellent camera capabilities, and a user-centric design, making it a memorable player in the evolution of smartphones.