Giinii Gh-adnp User Manual
GiiNii GH-7AWP/GH-8DNP/GH-ADNP
Digital Picture Frame
User Manual
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Digital Picture Frame
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Disclaimer
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expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and
specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness
for any particular purpose. Further, the company reserves the
right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to
time in the contents hereof without obligation to notify any person
of such revision or changes.
Safety instructions
Before operating the Picture Frame carefully read and follow the
instructions below.
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Retain this User Manual for future reference.
Read the safety and operating instructions carefully before
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using the product. All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be observed.
Do not place this product under direct sunlight or near heat
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sources, such as in a closed car under sunlight or near a
stove. The outer casing of this product may become deformed
and the sophisticated sensors inside may become damaged
due to excessive heat.
Do not use this product near water, in the rain or allow any
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liquid to get inside this product. W ater and moisture may cause
short-circuit to the electronic components and lead to
malfunctions.
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Do not use this product near strong electromagnetic sources,
such as a microwave oven. The electromagnetic interference
may cause this product to malfunction.
Do not drop or apply shock/vibration to this product. Strong
impacts may damage the components inside.
Do not insert objects other than compatible memory cards into
the memory card slots of this product. The metal contacts
inside the slots can easily become damaged by foreign
objects.
Do not use an unknown power adapter other than the one
supplied with the PictureFrame. Connecting this product to an
unknown power adapter is very dangerous and may lead to
fire or explosion.
Do not cut, bend, modify, place heavy objects, or step on the
power adapter cord. Otherwise the external insulation may be
damaged and result in short-circuit or fire.
If there are strange odors or heat emitting from this product or
any signs of malfunction, disconnect the PictureFrame from the
power immediately and contact your dealer for inspection or
service.
Use a smooth, soft cloth to clean the surface of the screen. Do
not use liquid cleaners or glass cleaners.
If a foreign substance or water gets in this product, turn the
power off immediately and disconnect the power adapter.
Next, remove the foreign substance or water, and then send
the product to your nearest service center.
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify this product. There
are no user serviceable parts inside this product, and any
unauthorized modifications will void the warranty.
Although the LCD panel is made with high-precision
technology and has effective pixels of 99.99% or more, black
dots or bright points of light (red, blue or green) may appear
constantly on the LCD panel. This is a structural property of
the LCD panel and is not a malfunction.
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Table of contents
Key features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
What’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Right view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operating the PictureFrame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Using the control buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using the remote control (GH-ANDP only)
Replacing the remote cont rol battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10. .
Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Step 1: Using the adjustable back stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Step 2: Connecting to power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Step 3: First usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Step 4: Basic setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Selecting a language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting the date and time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Step 5: Inserting a memory card/USB flash drive . . . . . . . . 16
Compatible memory card format s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Step 6: Copying photos to internal memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Step 7: Connecting the Picture Frame to a computer . . . . . 19
Step 8: Replacing the paper mat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using the main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Managing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Manually copying photos to the internal memory . . . . . . . . . 24
Tagging photos to an album. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Removing photos from an album. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Managing photos by using the TIMELINE album. . . . . . . 30
Creating a new album . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Viewing photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Using EnerGiiNii™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39. . . . . . .
Using CLOCK (G-button) . . . . . . . . . . . 41. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . ..
Using SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44. . . . . . . . . . .
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Regulation and compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Modifying an album . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Deleting an album. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Using other options in the PHOTO ALB U MS men u. . . . . . . 33
Deleting photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Rotating photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Applying photo effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Running a slideshow by using the TIMELINE album . . . . . . 38
Selecting a clock skin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Switching between Clock view and Slideshow view. . . . . . . 42
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DIGITAL SCRAPBOOK Using
Date and Time page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
General Settings page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Information page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
List of compatible memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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Dear Customer:
Thank you for bringing our GiiNii Digital Picture Frame into your
home. Now you will be able to view your growing digital picture
library in stunning clarity and share great memories with friends
and family.
To get the most out of your new GiiNii product, please read
through this entire User Manual before use.
Key features
This Picture Frame is equipped with the following features:
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Clear and bright display.
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Enables you to display photos that are stored in the internal
memory, a memory card or a USB flash drive.
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Allows you to select a preferred power-saving option for the
Picture Frame using the
Allows you to use albums to manage and sort your photos
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EnerGiiNii
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Allows you to display photos in slideshow using various kinds
of templates available in SCRAPBOOK.
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Multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) menus.
Clock and Calendar functions.
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What’s in the box
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Carefully open the packing box and ensure that you have the
following items.
1. Digital Picture Frame x 1
2. AC power adapter x 1
3. Magnetic remote control (with CR2025 lithium battery) x 1
GH-ADNP Only)
4. Quick Start Guide x 1
5. User Manual x 1
6. Registration Card x 1
7. Warranty Card x 1
• Actual product appearance may vary from the illustrations shown in
this User Manual.
• Available accessories may vary depending on the area where you
purchased the Picture Frame.
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The remote control is not included in the GH-7AWP and
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Overview
Right view
No. Description
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Adjustable back stand
See "Step 1: Using the adjustable back stand" on page 11
for details.
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Power button
Press the Power button to turn on/off the PictureFrame. See
"Step 2: Connecting to power" on page 13 for details.
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USB port
Allows for a USB flash drive.
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Play back photos stored in the inserted drive.
Copy photos from the inserted drive to the PictureFrame.
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See "Step 6: Copying photos to internal memory" on
page 18 for details.
Mini USB port
Allows you to connect the PictureFrame to a computer to
manage the files in the internal memory of the
PictureFrame. See
PictureFrame to "Step 7: Connecting the
a computer" on page 19 for details.
Memory card slot
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Allows for an SD
Memory Stick
Memory Stick Duo
/SDHC™, MultiMediaCard™ (MMC),
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(MS), Memory Stick PRO™ (MS PRO),
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(MS Duo) and xD-Picture Card™ (xD)
memory card.
Play back photos stored in the inserted card.
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Copy photos from the inserted card to the PictureFrame.
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See "Step 6: Copying photos to internal memory" on
page 18 for details.
Power jack
Connect one end of the AC power adapter into the power
jack and the other end into a power outlet.
Remote control storage (GH-ADNP Only)
for
placing remote control.
Magnetic area
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Rear view
No. Description
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MENU button
See "Using the control buttons" on page 7 for details.
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G-button
See "Using the control buttons" on page 7 for details.
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ESC button (ESCAPE b utton)
See "Using the control buttons" on page 7 for details.
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Scroll wheel/OK button
See "Using the control buttons" on page 7 for details.
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Kensington
You can attach an anti-theft Kensington
this slot to help prevent possible theft.
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security slot
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lock and cable to
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EZ Lock System
You can use the EZ Lock Screws to lock or unlock the
wooden frame.
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Wall mount hole (for landscape wall mounting)
Allows you to hang the PictureFra
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Wall mount hole (for portrait wall mounting)
Allows you to hang the Picture F
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Remote control storage (GH-ADNP only)
Magnetic area for placing remote control.
me horizontally on a wall.
rame vertically on a wall.
Operating the PictureFrame
You can use the control buttons on the back or the supplied
remote control to operate the PictureFrame.
• In this User Manual, instructions or examples provided are based
upon operation with the remote control. To know how to use the
control buttons, refer to "Using the control buttons" on page 7 for
details.
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The remote control is supplied with the GH-ADNP only
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Using the control buttons
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ESC button (ESCAPE button)
Cancels current operation and/or returns to
the previous page.
Scroll wheel/OK button
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Press this button to enter or confirm
your operation/selection.
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Scroll this button to the left to select the
previous item.
Scroll this button to the right to select
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the next item.
MENU button
Displays the pop-up menu.
G- button
Switches between Clock view and
Slideshow view.
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Maximum vertical and horizontal
angle approximately 30 degrees
Approximately 1.4 m (4.6 ft.) or less
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Using the remote cont rol (GH-ADNP only)
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The supplied remote control is magnetic. With its magnetic
backing, you can stow away the remote securely in the
designated area shown below.
The Picture Frame has a built-in remote control sensor behind the
paper matting.
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OK
MEN U
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• Please remove the plastic strip under the battery before using the
remote control for the first time.
• The remote control is supplied with the GH-ADNP Only
No. Icon Description
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ON/OFF
Turns unit on/off.
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G-button
Switches between Clock view and Slideshow view.
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ESC (Escape)
Returns to the previous page and/or access menu page.
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RIGHT
Moves right or moves to the next item.
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MENU
Displays the pop-up menu.
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LEFT
Moves to the left or moves to the previous item.
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OK
Confirms your selection.
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Positive charge
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Replacing the remote control battery
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1. On the back of the remote control, press the locking tab to the
right.
2. Pull out the battery holder.
3. Insert the new battery into the holder. The battery must be
placed with the positive charge facing upwards, as shown in
the illustration below.
4. Slide the battery holder into the remote control.
• Failure to replace the battery in the correct manner may damage the
battery.
• Use only the specified battery type.
• Recycle or dispose used batteries properly according to local
guidelines and regulation s.
• The batteries are highly flammable, keep away from excessive heat
or moisture.
• If the battery is completely drained or not in use for extended period
of time, remove the battery to preven t lea kag e.
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Getting started
Step 1: Using the adjustable back
stand
1. Gently pop out the back stand as shown below.
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3. Pull out the back stand and adjust accordingly to the preferred
rotate the back stand by aligning the triangle mark with the
rounded points (1 or 2).
viewing angle.
• It is recommended to place the Picture Frame horizontally, because
this direction provides the best viewing and operating experience.
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• By using the wall mount holes, you can hang the Picture Frame
horizontally or vertically on the wall.
Step 2: Connecting to power
1. Place the PictureFrame on a flat surface.
2. Connect the power adapter as below (1), and press the Power
button to turn on the PictureFrame (
• Power systems and plug types may vary depending on your
country/region.
• To turn off the Picture Frame, press the Power button.
2).
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Step 3: First usage
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To help you get the most out of your PictureFrame, we installed a
video tutorial that automatically starts playing when you first turn
on your unit. To cancel the looping video and start playing your
own photos, press any of the buttons on the back. Follow the fivestep process to familiarize yourself with how the control buttons
work. This simple process is automatically disabled after the first
use. You can turn on the tutorial by going into SETTINGS.
Step 4: Basic setup
Select a language and set the date and time during the first use
of the Picture Frame.
Selecting a language
1. In the main menu, press or to select SETTINGS
, and then press .
2. Press .
The General Settings page appears.
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3. Press , press to go to Language, and then press
again.
4. Press or to select a language you wish to use, and
then press .
5. Press to exit.
Setting the date and time
1. In the main menu, press or to select SETTINGS
, and then press .
The Date and Time page appears.
2. Press to highlight the Year field, press or to
select a year, and then press to confirm the setting.
3. Press to move to the Month field, press to highlight
the Month field, press or to select a month, and then
press to confirm the setting.
4. Repeat Step 3 for the remaining fields, including Date, Hour,
Minute, Mode, Current Time Zone and Second Time Zone.
5. Press to exit.
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SD/SDHC MultiMediaCard Memory Stick Memory Stick
PRO
xD-Picture
Card
Memory S tick
Duo
USB flash drive
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Step 5: Inserting a memory card/
USB flash drive
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You can turn on the PictureFrame and play back the pre-installed
photos in the internal memory with no memory card/USB flash
drive inserted.
To play back your own files, insert a compatible memory card or
USB flash drive that contains supported files into the
corresponding slot on the PictureFrame as illustrated below.
For more information about the supported file formats, refer to
"Specifications" on page 51.
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Compatible memory card formats
Memory card formats Maximum capacity
SD/SDHC 32GB
MultiMediaCard (MMC) 1GB
Memory Stick (MS) 4GB
Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO) 2GB
Memory Stick Duo (MS Duo) 2GB
xD-Picture Card (xD) 2GB
USB flash drive 16GB
• Maximum capacity specifications listed above are subject to
change without prior notice.
• The memory card slot supports hot-swap function. In other words,
you can change or remove the memory card when the power of the
Picture Frame is either turned on or turned off.
• The Picture Frame supports both Windows and MAC operating
systems. Howev er, when formatting y ou r me mory ca rds, use FAT16
and FAT32 file systems in Windows only. Formatting memory cards
with NTFS or MAC is not supported.
• To use a microSD, a miniSD or a Memory Stick Micro (M2) card, a
card adapter is required.
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Step 6: Copying photos to internal
memory
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When inserting a memory card or a USB flash drive, you will be
asked to copy all photos to the internal memory.
If “Smart Copy” is set to “Resize” under “General Settings”, photos
will be resized to the screen resolution when copied to the internal
memory to optimize the storage capacity. Please keep a copy of the
original photos on your memory card or USB flash drive.
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To copy all photos contained in the inserted memory card (or
USB flash drive), select the check mark ✓ and press to
proceed.
To view photos without copying them to the Picture Frame,
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select the cross mark ✕
start playing back the photos automatically from the inserted
memory card or USB flash drive.
• Do not remove the memory card/USB flash drive before the copy
process is completed.
• If the files you wish to copy from the memory card/USB flash drive
already exists in the internal memory of the Picture Frame, the files
will be overwritten when you select
and press . The PictureFrame will
to proceed.
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Step 7: Connecting thePictureFrame
to a computer
You can connect the PictureFrame to a computer using a mini
USB cable (to be purchased separately) to easily manage the
files in the internal memory of the Picture F ram e.
1. Start the computer and turn on the PictureFrame.
2. Connect the smaller end of the USB cable to the mini USB port
of the PictureFrame.
3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to a USB port on the
computer, making sure the connectors are fully inserted.
4. Once connected, the PhotoFrame will enter PC transfer mode
automatically.
5. When the computer has detected the PictureFram e, the
Picture Frame will appear in “My Computer” as “removable
disk”.
Now you can freely transfer the files in the Picture Frame as you
would on other disk drive.
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• You can copy photos from the computer to the Picture Frame, and
vice versa.
• The files in the memory cards and USB flash drive cannot be
viewed/edited via USB connection.
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Step 8: Replacing the paper mat
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Y our PictureFrame may come with one or more bonus paper mats
depending on your purchased model. You can replace the
existing paper mat with the one supplied (if available). Follow the
instructions below to replace the supplied paper mat.
1. On a flat table, place the PictureFrame facing down on top of a
soft towel. Be careful not to scratch the unit.
2. Twist the EZ Lock Screws on the back of the PictureFrame to
the “UNLOCK” position, then carefully lift up the core unit from
the wood frame.
3. Remove the existing paper mat.
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4. Install the supplied bonus paper mat.
5. Install the PictureFrame to the wooden frame, and secure the
PictureFrame by tightening the EZ Lock Screws to the “LOCK”
position.
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Using the main menu
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When you turn on the PictureFrame, the main menu below
appears. You can press or to select the desired menu,
and then press to enter the selected menu.
No. Description
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EnerGiiNii
Allows you to select a power-saving option for the
PictureFrame.
See for details.
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CLOCK & CALENDAR
Allows you to set your favorite clock skins.
See for
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EnerGiiNii™" on page 39"Using
"Using CLOCK (G-button)" on page 41
details.
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DIGITAL SCRAPBOOK
Allows you to display photos in slideshow with various
preloaded templates.
See for details.
"Using DIGITAL SCRAPBOOK" on page 43
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SLIDESHOW
Allows you to display photos in slideshow.
See "Viewing photos" on page 36 for details.
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PHOTO ALBUMS
Allows you to manage your photos and sort them by using
different albums.
See "Managing photos" on page 24 for details.
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SETTINGS
Allows you to configure the settings of the Picture Frame.
See "Using SETTINGS" on page 44 for details.
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You can use the PHOTO ALBUMS menu to manage photos in
the internal memory, memory card or USB flash drive.
Manually copying photos to the
internal memory
In addition to the automatic “Smart Copy” feature (see page 18),
you can manually copy photos from ext ernal storage devices to
the internal memory and tag photos to an album.
The example below demonstrates how to copy photos from a
memory card to the internal memory and tag photos into an
album.
1. Insert a compatible memory card to the memory card slot.
2. In the main menu, press or to select PHOTO
ALBUMS, and then press .
3. Select Memory Card, and then press .
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