To remove the memory card, To insert the SIM cards

To remove the memory card

1 2

1 Remove the battery cover and the battery.

2 Press down the plastic clip that holds the memory card in place. While keeping the clip pressed, use a fingernail to slide out the memory card.

To insert the SIM cards

Do not insert an incompatible SIM card, for example, a micro SIM card, in the SIM card slot. Doing so could permanently damage your SIM card or your phone.

•Remove the battery cover, then insert the SIM cards into the corresponding slots with the gold-colored contacts facing down.

To remove SIM card 2

1Remove the battery cover and the battery.

2Place the tip of your finger on the SIM card and slide it out of its slot. To remove SIM card 1

1 3

1 After removing the battery cover and the battery, pull at the pin to pull out the SIM card holder.

2 Push the SIM card holder back in.

3 Take out the SIM card.

Page 9

Image 9

Sony ST21i2, ST21a2, 12640775, 1264-0772 manual To remove the memory card, To insert the SIM cards, To remove SIM card

ST21i2, 1264-0772, ST21a2, 12640775 specifications

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.

Contents

User guide Contents Wi-Fi Calendar Alarm clockSharing your contacts Backing up contacts NeoReader application menu overview Naming your phone Pairing with another Bluetooth device Using TrackID technology resultsTransferring and handling content using a USB cable Working with albums Working with photos in Gallery Notification icons 112 Troubleshooting 116 Important information Applications Android what and why? To remove the battery cover AssemblyTo remove the battery Getting started To remove the memory card To insert the SIM cardsTo remove SIM card Setup guide Turning the phone on and offScreen lock Google account Accounts and servicesMicrosoft Exchange ActiveSync account Facebook account Phone overview Getting to know your phone Using the keys BatteryCharging the battery Improving battery performance Battery LED statusTo check the battery level To charge the phone Zooming Using the touchscreen To zoom ScrollingTo zoom with two fingers To scroll Sensors Home screenTo flick To go to the Home screen Timescape Friends widget WidgetsTimescape Share widget Rearranging your Home screen Accessing 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 notifications Checking 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 panel Using the on-screen keyboard Phone settings menuTyping text On-screen keyboard Application bar Using the Phonepad Using the Gesture input function to write wordsTo change the Gesture input settings To enter text using the Gesture input function Keyboard and Phonepad settings Using multiple SIM cards Text input settingsSwitching between SIM cards Customizing your phone Setting the phone to switch between SIM cards automatically Adjusting the volumeTime and date Ringtone settings Screen settings Flight modePhone language Memory Using a headset with your phoneMemory card Formatting the memory card To download Internet and messaging settings Internet and messaging settingsTo view the current Access Point Name APN To configure APN settings manually Controlling data usage Selecting networks for data traffic Mobile network settings Data roaming Turning off data traffic Calling Emergency callsCall handling Recent calls Voicemail Conference calls Multiple calls Barring calls Call settingsRejecting a call with a message Forwarding calls To access the list of accepted call recipients To enable or disable fixed dialingFixed Dialing Numbers To show or hide your phone number Using the PC Companion program to transfer contacts Transferring contacts using a PCContacts Transferring contacts to your new phone To 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 card Managing your contacts Contacts screen overviewTo view your contacts To add a contact Groups Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application Sharing your contacts Communicating with your contactsBacking up contacts Favorites To export contacts to a SIM card To export all contacts to a memory card Messaging Using text and multimedia messagingTo create and send a message To read a received message Text and multimedia message options To view messages saved on the SIM card To set up an email account in your phone Using e-mailMail To create and send an email message To read your email messages To receive email messagesTo view an email message attachment To save a senders email address to your contacts To delete an email message To forward an email messageTo search for emails To mark a read email as unread Gmail and other Google services Using email accounts To open the Gmail application To set up a Google account in your phone Google 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 applications To delete an installed application Installing applications not from Google PlayPermissions To clear all cache for an application Before you download content PlayNow serviceDownloading from the PlayNow service To start PlayNow Alarm clock Getting organizedCalendar To deactivate an alarm To edit an existing alarmTo activate an existing alarm To delete an alarm To 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 barcode Synchronizing data on your phone Synchronizing with GoogleSynchronizing your corporate email, calendar and contacts Synchronizing with Facebook inside your Xperia phone To set a synchronization interval for a corporate accountTo remove a corporate account from your phone To 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 phone To remove a SyncML account from your phone To set a synchronization interval Connecting 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 connection To rename or secure your portable hotspot To share your phone’s data connection using a USB cable Browsing the web Web browserNavigating web pages Search and address bar Managing bookmarks To open a bookmark To bookmark a webTo edit a bookmark To add a bookmarked webpage to your Home screen Multiple windows Managing text and images Browser settings Downloading from the webAuto-fitting web pages To enable plug-ins on demand Plugin settingsAuto-filling text To create text for auto-filling To play audio content Using the music playerMusic Copying media files to your memory card To change tracks To adjust the audio volumeTo fast forward and rewind music To improve the sound with the equalizer Discovering related audio content Music player widgetPlaying music in random order Playlists To delete a playlist Using TrackID technology results Identifying music using TrackID technology To delete a track from the track history FM radio overview Using the FM radioMoving between radio channels To start the FM radio Switching between the speaker and the handsfree Using your favorite radio channelsIdentifying radio tracks using TrackID Making a new search for radio channels Camera controls overview Taking photos and recording videosTo open the camera To take a photo by tapping the on-screen button Using still camera settings Still camera settings overview ScenesAdding the geographical position to your photos Exposure value Self-timerMetering White balance Using the video camera Tips on using the cameraCapturing method To record a video by tapping the screen Video camera settings overview Scenes Using video camera settings Self timer MicrophoneShutter sound Working with albums Viewing photos and videos in GalleryTo open Gallery and view your albums To open an album in Gallery To 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 Gallery Working with photos in Gallery Working with videos Viewing your photos on a map To fast forward and rewind a video To adjust the volume of a videoTo share a video To delete a video Pairing with another Bluetooth device Bluetooth wireless technologyNaming your phone To give your phone a name To 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 device To view files you have received using Bluetooth To receive items using Bluetooth Connecting your phone to a computer Transferring and handling content using a USB cableTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi Media Go PC Companion 101 To transfer content using the Media Go application Using GPS Using location services to find your positionGoogle Maps Getting the best performance Using 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 password106 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 108 109 Phone settings overview 110 Status and notification icons overview Status icons111 112 Notification icons 113 Application overview 114 To access the Help application User support115 Troubleshooting No network coverage Error messagesEmergency calls only SIM card locked 118 Recycling your phone Legal information Sony ST21i2/ST21a2119 120 Index 102 121 SOS See emergency numbers 122 123

Sony ST21i2, ST21a2 manual To remove the memory card, To insert the SIM cards, To remove SIM card

Models: ST21i2 1264-0772 ST21a2 12640775

To remove the memory card

To insert the SIM cards

To remove SIM card 2

ST21i2, 1264-0772, ST21a2, 12640775 specifications