Help Guide
Smartphone
Xperia 1 III XQ-BC52/XQ-BC62/XQ-BC72
Connecting your device to USB accessories
You can use a USB host adapter to connect your device to USB accessories, such as USB mass storage devices,
headphones, game controllers, USB keyboards, and USB mice.
USB Preferences
USB controlled by: You can choose which device controls the other, your device, or the USB-connected device.
Use USB for: You can choose the purpose of the USB connection.
File Transfer: Manage files or update the device software. This option is used with Microsoft® Windows®
computers. Charging is enabled by default.
USB tethering: Your device can function as a tethering device.
MIDI: Your device can function as the MIDI input for musical instrument applications.
No data transfer: Just charge your device when [USB controlled by] is set to [This device]. When [USB
controlled by] is set to [Connected device], you can use your device as a power supply and charge the other
connected device.
Note
Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by your device.
This device has a capless USB port. If your device gets exposed to water, ensure that the port is completely dry before
connecting a USB cable.
Connect a USB cable to your device.
1
Drag down the status bar, and then tap the USB connection setting notification.
2
Tap [Tap for more options.], and then select an option.
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