4-174-751-11 (1)
Before operation
Digital Photo
Frame
DPF-A73/E73
Digital Photo Frame Handbook
Basic operations
Advanced operations
Using with a computer
Error messages
Troubleshooting
Additional information
© 2010 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Before operation
Enjoying your photo frame in various
ways ...............................................4
Features ..........................................5
Identifying the parts .......................7
Digital photo frame .......................... 7
Remote control ................................ 8
Basic operations
Preparing the remote control ..........9
Setting the stand ..........................10
To exchange a panel
(DPF-E73 only) .............................11
Turning the photo frame on ..........12
Setting the current time ................13
Inserting a memory card ..............14
Changing the display ....................15
Slideshow display .........................17
Clock and calendar display ...........18
Single view mode (single image
display) .........................................19
Index image display ......................20
Advanced operations
Enjoying a slideshow ....................22
Changing the settings of the
slideshow .......................................22
Importing images from a memory
card to the internal memory ......... 24
Specifying the playback device .....26
Exporting an image from the
internal memory to a memory
card ..............................................26
Deleting an image .........................28
Adjusting image size and
orientation ....................................29
Enlarging/reducing an image ..........29
Rotating an image ...........................29
Changing the settings of the auto
power on/off function ...................30
Changing the settings ...................31
Setting procedure ...........................31
Items to set .....................................32
Using with a computer
Connecting to a computer ............34
System requirements ......................34
Connecting to a computer to exchange
images ............................................34
Disconnecting your computer .........35
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Error messages
If an error message appears .........36
Troubleshooting
If trouble occurs ...........................38
Additional information
About memory cards ....................42
“Memory Stick” ..............................42
SD memory card ............................43
xD-Picture Card .............................43
Notes on using a memory card .......43
Index ............................................44
On the illustrations and screen
shots used in this manual
The illustrations and screen shots used in this
manual are of the DPF-A73 unless noted
otherwise.
The illustrations and screen shots used in this
manual may not be identical to those actually
used or displayed.
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Before operation
Enjoying your photo frame in various ways
The Sony DPF-A73/E73 is a digital photo frame for easily displaying images taken with a digital
camera or other device, without using a computer.
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Features
x Support for various memory cards
Supports various memory cards, such as a
“Memory Stick”, SD memory card, and xDPicture Card. Just insert a memory card
removed from a digital camera or other
device, and you will be able to view the
images immediately. (.page 14, 42)
x Various display functions
You can enjoy various viewing modes, such
as the slideshow display, Clock and calendar
display, Single view mode, and Index image
display. (.page 15)
x Various slideshow styles
The displayed image can be switched
automatically as though you are turning the
pages of an album yourself. You can select
from various slideshow styles, including the
ones displaying a clock or calendar. You can
also change playback settings such as the
playback order. (.page 22)
x Importing images to internal memory
You can import and save the images in the
internal memory. (.page 24)
Before operation
* When using a miniSD/miniSDHC1,
microSD/microSDHC 2 or “Memory
Stick Micro” media 3, be sure to insert it
in an appropriate adaptor.
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x Exporting images
You can export images in the the internal
memory to your memory card.
(.page 26)
* When using a miniSD/miniSDHC1,
microSD/microSDHC 2 or “Memory
Stick Micro” media 3, be sure to insert it
in an appropriate adaptor.
x Displaying images on a wall
You can hang the photo frame on the wall.
(.supplied Operating Instructions, page
11)
x Automatic rotation of images
The photo frame automatically rotates
images to their proper orientation. Images
are also automatically rotated when the
photo frame is set in either the portrait or
landscape position. (.page 10)
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Identifying the parts
x Digital photo frame
Front
LCD screen
Remote sensor
Sony logo (DPF-A73 only)
(.page 12)
Rear
VIEW MODE button (.page 15)
1 (on/standby) button
Standby indicator
Before operation
MENU button
Direction (B/b/v/V) buttons, ENTER ( ) button
BACK button
Access lamp
Memory card slot (.page 14)
Holes for hanging unit on the wall
Space for storing the stand
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x Remote control
SLIDE-SHOW ( ) button
CLOCK ( ) button
MENU button
USB B connector (.page 34)
Stand (.page 10)
DC IN 5 V jack
VIEW MODE buttons
1 (on/standby) button
SINGLE button
INDEX ( ) button
Zoom in ( ) button
Direction (B/b/v/V) buttons
BACK button
SELECT DEVICE button
ROTATE ( ) button
ENTER ( ) button
Zoom out ( ) button
IMPORT ( ) button
DELETE ( ) button
About descriptions in this manual
The operations described in this manual are based on remote control operation.
When an operation is performed differently, for example, with the remote control and the
buttons on the photo frame, it will be explained in a tip.
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Basic operations
Preparing the remote control
The supplied lithium battery (CR2025) has
already been inserted into the remote control.
Pull out the protective sheet before use as
shown in the figure.
Replacing the battery of the
remote control
If the remote control stops working, replace the
battery (CR2025 lithium battery) with a new
one.
1 Press the tab in.
Protective sheet
Using the remote control
Point the top end of the remote control towards
the remote sensor on the photo frame.
Remote
sensor
Note
The photo frame may fall if you use the buttons on the
photo frame when it is hanging on the wall. Operate
the photo frame using the remote control.
Basic operations
2 Pull the battery holder out.
3 Insert a new battery and slide the
battery holder back into the remote
control.
Insert the battery so that “+” is facing
upwards.
Notes
• Using a battery other than the specified one may
result in the battery rupturing.
• Dispose of used batteries as specified by the local
authorities.
• Do not leave the remote control in a very hot and
humid place.
• Take care that no foreign objects get inside the
remote control when you, for example, replace the
battery.
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• Incorrect use of the battery may cause leaking and
corrosion.
– Do not recharge the battery.
– When the remote control will not be used for a
long period of time, remove the battery from the
remote control to prevent leaking and corrosion.
– Incorrectly inserting, shorting, dismantling, or
heating the battery, or throwing it into a fire
may cause the battery to rupture or leak.
Setting the stand
1 Hold the photo frame tightly and
insert the stand straight into the
screw hole on the rear panel.
2 Screw the stand into the screw hole
firmly until the stand stops turning.
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Setting to portrait or landscape
orientation
You can set the photo frame to portrait or
landscape orientation by rotating it without
moving the stand.
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When the photo frame is placed vertically, the
display is also automatically rotated to the
portrait orientation.
Notes
• Check whether the stand is stable. If the stand is not
set properly, the photo frame may fall over.
• The Sony logo does not light up when the photo
frame is placed vertically or turned off (DPF-A73
only).
• You can also rotate the image manually (page 29).
• A magnet is contained in the space for storing the
stand. Do not keep anything that is easily affected
by magnetism, such as a cash card or credit card,
near the photo frame.
If you place the photo frame near a cathode-ray tube
television, the colors of the television screen may be
affected.
To exchange a panel
(DPF-E73 only)
You can exchange the original panel with an
exchangeable panel supplied.
1 Insert a long, thin object such as a
pin into the hole next to the space
for storing stand on the rear of the
photo frame and lift up the front
panel.
2 Remove the panel.
Basic operations
Tip
It is easier to turn the stand if you wind or wrap a
rubber band tightly around the stand when you
remove the stand from the photo frame.
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3 Place an exchangeable panel to the
photo frame, while aligning the hole
on an exchangeable panel to the
remote sensor of the photo frame.
Turning the photo frame on
Remote sensor
4 Press the four corners of the
exchangeable panel to snap it into
the photo frame.
When you have already turned on your photo
frame by connecting it to the AC power source,
skip to the next section.
Turning on the power
Press 1 (on/standby) on the photo frame or
remote control to turn on the power. The
standby indicator turns to green from red. The
Sony logo on the front panel lights up (DPFA73 only).
Turning off the power
Hold 1 (on/standby) down the photo frame or
remote control until the power turns off. The
standby indicator turns to red from green.
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Note
Do not turn the photo frame off or disconnect the AC
adaptor from the photo frame before the standby
indicator turns red. Doing so may damage the photo
frame.
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Operations in an initial state
When the photo frame is turned on without a
memory card inserted, the initial display below
appears on the screen.
If the photo frame is not operated for 10
seconds, the demo mode is displayed. If any
other button than the power button is pressed,
the screen returns to the initial display.
First, press MENU during the initial display,
and then set the date and time.
Setting the current time
1 Press MENU.
2 Press B/b to select the
(Settings) tab.
Tip
You can use the B/b buttons only when the
demo mode is not displayed, and the Clock and
calendar view mode (page 18) is not selected.
3 Press
4
v/V to select [Date/time
Settings] and then press .
Adjust the date.
1Press v/V to select [Date], and then
press .
2Press B/b to select month, day, and
year, and then press v/V to select a
value, then press .
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Adjust the time.
1Press v/V to select [Time] and then
press .
2Press B/b to select hour, minute, and
second, and then press v/V to select a
value, then press .
6 Select the format of the date.
1Press
v/V to select [Date Display Order],
and then press
2Press v/V
press
•Y-M-D
•M-D-Y
•D-M-Y
.
to select a format, and then
.
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7 Set the day to start the week for the
calendar.
You can set the day that appears on the
very left when the calendar is displayed.
1Press v/V to select [First day of the
week] and then press .
2Press v/V to select
[Monday]
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Select the time display.
1Press
and then press .
2Press
[24 hours] and then press .
and then press .
v
/V to select [12hr/24hr display]
v
/V to select [12 hours] or
[Sunday] or
9 Press MENU.
The menu screen is closed.
Inserting a memory card
Insert the memory card firmly into the
corresponding slot with its label side
facing toward you (when you are facing
the back side of the photo frame).
The access lamp flashes when the memory card
is inserted correctly. Reinsert the memory card
after checking the label side of the memory
card if the access lamp does not flash.
xD-Picture Card
(Slot A)
SD memory
Card
(Slot A)
“Memory
Stick”
(Slot A)
“Memory Stick
Duo”
(Slot B)
Access lamp
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Note
When using a miniSD/miniSDHC 1, microSD/
microSDHC 2 or “Memory Stick Micro”
media 3, be sure to insert it in an appropriate
adaptor.
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For details on compatible memory cards, see
pages 42 to 43. For supported file formats, see
the Operating Instructions, page 26.
When you insert a memory card
When you insert a memory card, the images on
it are automatically displayed. If you switch off
the power while they are being displayed and
then switch the power back on, the same
images continue to be displayed.
Note
In “Clock and calendar” display, change to
“Slideshow”, “Single image display” or “Index ” (See
next section).
To change the playback device
Press the SELECT DEVICE (page 26).
To remove a memory card
Remove the memory card from its slot in the
opposite direction from which it was inserted.
Do not remove the memory card while the
access lamp is flashing.
When the Clock and calendar view mode is
selected, the access lamp does not flash.
Changing the display
You can change the view style by pressing the
VIEW MODE buttons.
1 Press the button corresponding to
view mode you want to select.
VIEW MODE buttons
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The display changes to selected view
mode.
.
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Slideshow
(.page 17)
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Notes
• The slot is both a “Memory Stick” standard and
Duo size compatible slot, so you do not need a
“Memory Stick” adaptor.
• The “Memory Stick” (Standard/Duo)/SD memory
card/MMC/xD-Picture Card multi-purpose slot
automatically detects the card type.
• Do not insert multiple memory cards into A, B
slots simultaneously. If multiple memory cards are
inserted, the photo frame will not work properly.
Clock and
calendar
(.page 18)
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Single image
display
(.page 19)
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Index
(.page 20)
Tips
• When using the buttons on the photo frame,
press VIEW MODE on the upper back of
the LCD screen, press V to move the cursor
to the display selection area and press B/b
to select a display.
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• You can also repeatedly press VIEW
MODE on the photo frame, move the
cursor within the display selection area and
select any view mode.
Display selection area
Style selection area
2 Select a style with B/b/v/V and
press .
The display changes to the selected view
style.
Tips
• If the cursor is in the display selection area,
move it to the style selection area by
pressing v.
• You can move the cursor within the style
selection area by pressing the button
corresponding to currently selected view
mode , , or or
VIEW MODE on the photo frame
repeatedly.
Note
If you have not operated the photo frame for an
extended period of time, the style the cursor is
on will be selected automatically.
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Slideshow display
Display Style Description
Images are displayed on a single screen, one after another.
Slideshow
Single view
Displays multiple images at the same time.
Multi image view
Displays images, one after another, while showing the current
date and time.
Clock view
Displays images, one after another, while showing a calendar.
The current date and time are displayed.
Calendar view
Displays images while randomly switching between a
number of different slideshow styles and effects.
When displaying images randomly
This is available when [Shuffle] of [Slideshow Settings] is set
Random view
to [ON] (.page 23).
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Tips
• You can set the interval, effect, listing order, or
color effect when you select the slideshow display.
Refer to “Changing the settings of the slideshow”
(page 22).
• If you press during slideshow, the display
changes to the Single image display.
• If you turn the photo frame off during slideshow
and back on, the slideshow restarts from the last
image viewed.
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Clock and calendar display
Clock1 Clock2 Clock3 Clock4 Clock5
Clock6 Clock7 Clock8 Clock9 Clock10
Calendar1 Calendar2 Calendar3
Note
You can select only the (Settings) tab when the
Clock and calendar are displayed.
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Single view mode (single image display)
Display Style Description
Displays an entire image in the screen.
You can switch the images to be displayed by pressing B/b.
Entire image
Displays an image over the whole screen.
(Depending on the aspect ratio of the recorded image, the
border of the image may only be partially displayed.)
You can switch the images to be displayed by pressing B/b.
Fit to screen
Displays image information, such as the image number, file
name, and shooting date while displaying the entire image.
You can switch the images to be displayed by pressing B/b.
See “About the information displayed on the LCD screen”
Entire image (with
Exif)
Fit to screen (with
Exif)
(page 21) for details on the image information.
Displays image information, such as the image number, file
name, and shooting date in fit to screen mode.
(Depending on the aspect ratio of the recorded image, the
border of the image may only be partially displayed.)
You can switch the images to be displayed by pressing B/b.
See “About the information displayed on the LCD screen”
(page 21) for details on the image information.
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Index image display
Display Style Description
Displays a list of large thumbnails. You can select an
Index
Index 1
Index 2
Tips
• A thumbnail is a small-sized image for index use
that is recorded in the pictures taken by a digital
camera.
• In the index image display, you can press B/b/v/V
and to select an image, the display changes to
the single view mode.
image by pressing B/b /v/V.
Displays a list of thumbnails. You can select an image by
pressing B/b/v/V.
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About the information displayed
on the LCD screen
The following information is displayed.
1Display type (In the Single view mode)
– Entire image
– Fit to screen
– Entire image (with Exif)
– Fit to screen (with Exif)
2Ordinal number of the displayed image/Total
number of images
Input media indication for the displayed
image is shown as follows:
Icons Meaning
Internal memory input
“Memory Stick” input
SD Memory Card input
xD-Picture Card input
4Setting information
Icons Meaning
Protect indication
Associated file indication
(Displayed when there is an
associated file such as a motion
file or a miniature e-mail image
file.)
5Image number (folder-file number)
This is displayed if the image is DCF
compliant.
If the image does not comply with DCF, its
file name is displayed.
If you named or renamed the file on your
computer and the file name includes
characters other than alphanumeric
characters, the file name may not be able to
be displayed properly on the photo frame.
Also, for a file created on a computer or
other device, a maximum of 10 characters
from the beginning of the file name can be
displayed.
Note
Only alphanumeric characters can be displayed.
Shooting date/time
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3Image details
– File format (JPEG(4:4:4), JPEG(4:2:2),
JPEG(4:2:0), BMP, TIFF, RAW)
– Number of pixels (width × height)
– Manufacturer name of image input device
– Model name of image input device
– Shutter speed (e.g.: 1/8)
– Aperture value (e.g.: F2.8)
– Exposure value (e.g.: +0.0EV)
– Rotation information
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Advanced operations
Enjoying a slideshow
1 Press (SLIDE-SHOW).
Tips
• When using the buttons on the photo frame,
press VIEW MODE on the upper back of
the LCD screen, press V to move the cursor
to the display selection area and press B/b
to select
• When the cursor is in the display selection
area, move it to the style selection area with
• When the cursor is in the style selection
area, you can move it by pressing VIEW
MODE repeatedly.
Display selection area
Style selection area
2 Press B/b/v/V to select the style you
want, and then press .
See “Slideshow display” (page 17) for
details on the slideshow styles.
(Slideshow).
v
Changing the settings of the slideshow
1 Press MENU.
2 Press B/b to select the
(Settings) tab.
3 Press v/V to select [Slideshow
Settings], and then press .
.
4 Press v/V to select the item and
then press .
Refer to the tables on the next page for
details on the setting items.
Notes
• Note the following when you select a slideshow
using the image stored on the memory card.
– Due to the characteristics of memory card
devices, images may be subject to data error
when read too often.
– Do not run a slideshow for a long time with a
small number images. This may cause data
error.
– We recommend you back up images on the
memory card often.
• When the photo frame is, for instance, displaying a
slideshow, changes to the settings of some items are
unavailable. These items are shown in gray and
cannot be selected.
• The slideshow starts from the first image if you turn
off the photo frame, or if you reset the photo frame.
• When the screen is too bright, it may make you feel
nauseous. Be careful that you do not make the
brightness settings too bright when you use the
photo frame.
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Item Setting Description
Slideshow
Settings
Interval Set a value from 3 sec., 7 sec.*, 20 sec., 1 min., 5 min., 30 min., 1 hour,
3 hours, 12 hours, 24 hours for the interval between images.
Note
An image may not switch at the intervals you set on the menu, depending
on the style of the slideshow, color effect, or image size.
Effect Center cross Transitions to the next image as though the previous
Vert. blinds Transitions to the next image as though blinds are
Horiz. blinds Transitions to the next image as though blinds are
Fade* Transitions to the next image by fading out the current
Wipe Transitions to the next image as though the current
Random Uses the above five effects randomly.
Shuffle ON Displays images randomly.
OFF* Displays images according to the [Listing Order]
Color effect Color* Displays an image in color.
Sepia Displays an image in a sepia color.
Monochrome Displays an image in monochrome.
Display Mode Select the desired display size from the following:
*: Factory default settings
image is being pushed from the center to the four
corners.
being lowered vertically.
being pulled horizontally.
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image and fading in the next image.
image is being wiped off the screen to reveal the next
image.
setting of [General Settings].
Note
The original image data will not change.
Entire image* Displays an entire image enlarged to proper size. (An
image may be displayed with margins on the top,
bottom, left and right.)
Fit to screen Zooms in at the center of the image enough to fill the
whole screen.
Note
An image may not be displayed with the display size
you set on the menu, depending on the style of the
slideshow.
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Importing images from a memory card to the internal memory
You can use the photo frame as a digital album,
saving important images in the internal
memory.
Slideshow display
Tips
• When saving images to the internal memory, you
can use [Image import size] in the menu to preset
whether to resize images to the optimum size or
save them as they are without compressing them
(page 32).
• When [Image import size] is set to [Resize], up to
approx. 250 images can be saved in the internal
memory. When set to [Original], the number of
images that can be saved may vary, depending on
the original image file size.
1 Press (IMPORT) when an
image stored on the memory card is
displayed on the screen.
Tip
If using the buttons on the photo frame, press
MENU, select the (Editing) tab with B/b,
select [Import] with v/V, and press .
Single view mode
(Single image display)
Index image display
2 Press v/V to select [Import this
image], [Import multiple images] or
[Import all images] and then press
.
If you select [Import this image], the
image currently displayed is imported to
the internal memory. Go to step 5. (This
item cannot be selected on the slideshow
display.)
If you select [Import multiple images],
you can select the image you want to
import from the image list. Go to step 3.
If you select [Import all images], the
image list is displayed. A check mark is
attached to the check box of all the
images. Go to step 4.
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3 Use B/b/v/V to select the image
from the image list to be imported
and press .
✔” is added to the selected image.
“
If you want to import multiple images
at a time, repeat this step.
If you want to clear the selection, select
the image and press . “✔” disappears
from the image.
4 Press MENU.
The confirmation screen used for selecting
a folder is displayed.
5 Press v/V to select the folder you
want and press .
The confirmation screen used to decide
whether to import an image or not to the
internal memory is displayed.
7 Press when the confirmation
screen is displayed.
Notes
• “Import to the internal memory” is not available for
images in the internal memory.
• Avoid doing the following while images are being
imported to the internal memory. Doing so may
damage photo frame, memory card, or the data:
– Turning off the power
– Removing an memory card
– Inserting another card
Tip
You can change the thumbnail size using [
the image list.
/ ] in
Advanced operations
Tip
A new folder is created automatically when you
select [New folder].
6 Press v/V to select [Yes] and then
press .
The image is saved in the specified folder
in the internal memory.
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Specifying the playback
Exporting an image from
device
You can specify whether to display a memory
card or the internal memory.
1 Press SELECT DEVICE.
Tips
• When operating from the main unit, press
the MENU and press the B/b buttons to
select the (Select device) tab.
• If the memory card you want to select is
not inserted, insert it now.
Note
During Clock and calendar display, you cannot
select the (Select device) tab.
2 Press v/V to select the device you
want to display and then press .
The images of the selected device are
displayed.
the internal memory to a
memory card
You can export the images in the internal
memory to a memory card.
1 Press MENU when an image stored
on the internal memory is displayed
on the screen.
2 Press B/b to select the (Editing)
tab.
3 Press v/V to select [Export] and
then press .
Single view mode
(Single image display)
4 Press v/V to select [Export this
image], [Export multiple images] or
[Export all images] and then press
.
If you select [Export this image], the
image currently displayed is exported to
the device. Go to step 7. (This item cannot
be selected on the slideshow display.)
If you select [Export multiple images],
you can select the image you want to
export from the image list. Go to step 5.
If you select [Export all images], the
image list is displayed. A check mark is
attached to the check box of all the
images. Go to step 6.
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5 Press B/b/v/V to select the image
from the image list to be exported,
and then press .
“✔” is added to the selected image.
If you want to export multiple images at a
time, repeat this step.
If you want to clear the selection, select
the image and press . “✔” disappears
from the image.
6 Press MENU.
The screen used for selecting the memory
card to which to export is displayed.
7 Press v/V to select a memory card
to export the image to, and press
.
8 Press v/V to select a destination
folder, and press .
The confirmation screen used to decide
whether to export or not is displayed.
10 Press when the confirmation
screen is displayed.
The image is copied to the specified
memory card.
Note
Avoid doing the following while an image is being
exported. Doing so may damage the photo frame,
memory card, or the data:
– Turning off the power
– Removing an memory card
– Inserting another card
Tips
• You can also use the MENU button on the photo
frame.
• You can change the thumbnail size using [
the image list.
• Any device that is not recognized by the photo
frame is shown in gray and you cannot select it.
/ ] in
Advanced operations
Tip
A new folder is created automatically when you
select [New folder].
9 Press v/V to select [Yes] and then
press .
The exporting is finished.
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Deleting an image
1 Press (DELETE) when an
image is displayed on the screen.
Tip
If using the buttons on the photo frame, press
MENU, select the (Editing) tab with B/b,
select [Delete] with v/V, and press .
2 Press v/V to select [Delete this
image], [Delete multiple images] or
[Delete all images] and then press
.
If you select [Delete this image], the
image currently displayed is deleted. Go
to step 5. (This item cannot be selected on
the slideshow display.)
If you select [Delete multiple images], you
can select the image you want to delete
from the image list. Go to step 3.
If you select [Delete all images], the
image list is displayed. A check mark is
attached to the check box of all the
images. Go to step 4.
3 Press B/b/v/V to select the image
from the image list to be deleted,
and then press .
“✔” is added to the selected image.
If you want to delete multiple images at a
time, repeat this step.
If you want to clear the selection, select
the image and press . “✔” disappears
from the image.
4 Press MENU.
The delete confirmation screen is
displayed.
6 Press when the confirmation
screen is displayed.
Notes
• Avoid doing the following while an image is being
deleted. Doing so may damage the photo frame,
memory card, or the data:
– Turning off the power
– Removing an memory card
– Inserting another card
• When the message [Cannot delete a protected file.]
appears on the screen, the image file was set to
“Read Only” on a computer. In this case, connect
the photo frame to a computer, and delete this file
using the computer.
• The total capacity of the internal memory is not
equal to the remaining capacity, even immediately
after initialization.
• If deletion has started, the deleted image cannot be
recovered even if you stop deletion. Delete images
only after confirming you actually want to delete
them.
Tip
You can change the thumbnail size using [
the image list.
To format the internal memory
1 Press MENU.
2 Press B/b to select the (Settings) tab.
3 Press v/V to select [Initialize], and then
press .
4 Press v/V to select [Format internal
memory], and then press .
The confirmation screen used for
initializing the internal memory is
displayed.
5 Press v/V to select [Yes], and then press
.
/ ] in
5 Press v/V to select [Yes], and then
press .
The image is deleted.
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Adjusting image size
• It is not possible to enlarge an image using the
buttons on the photo frame.
and orientation
Enlarging/reducing an image
You can enlarge or reduce an image in single
view mode.
To enlarge an image, press (zoom in)
on the remote control. To reduce an
enlarged image, press (zoom out).
Each press of the button enlarges the image
further. You can enlarge an image to a
maximum of 5 times the original scale. You
can move an enlarged image up, down, left, and
right.
To save an enlarged or a reduced image
(Crop and save)
1Press MENU while the enlarged or reduced
image is displayed.
2Press v/V to select the saving method.
If you select [Save as new image], a copy of
the image is saved. Proceed to step
If you select [Overwrite], the new image
overwrites the old image. Proceed to step
3Press v/V to select the device on which to
save the image and press .
4Press v/V to select a destination folder and
press .
5Press v/V to select [Yes] and press .
The image is saved.
6When the confirmation screen appears after
you finish saving the image, press .
Tip
If you move the enlarged image with
press MENU in step 1, the image is trimmed into the
displayed image size and saved.
Notes
• You cannot overwrite files except for a JPEG file
(extension: JPG).
• Enlarging an image may reduce the quality
depending on the image size.
3.
5.
B/b/v/V and
Rotating an image
You can rotate an image during single view
mode.
Operate from the menu of the
photo frame
1 Press MENU in single view mode.
2 Press B/b to select the (Editing)
tab.
3 Press v/V to select [Rotate], and
then press .
4 Press v/V to select the direction to
rotate and then press .
•:
Rotates the image 90 degrees
clockwise.
•:
Rotates the image 90 degrees
counterclockwise.
5 Press v/V to select [OK] and then
press .
Tips
• You can also rotate an image with (ROTATE)
on the remote control. The image rotates 90 degrees
counterclockwise every time you press the button.
• For an internal memory image, image rotation data
will be retained even after the power is turned off.
• You can rotate the image of the index image
display.
Advanced operations
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Changing the settings of the auto power on/off function
You can use the timer function to turn the
photo frame on or off automatically when the
photo frame is turned on.
1 Press MENU.
2 Press B/b to select the
(Settings) tab.
3 Press v/V to select [Auto Power ON/
OFF], and press .
The screen used for setting a value for
[Auto Power ON/OFF] is displayed.
You can set the auto power on/off
function finely in one minute increments..
3Set the day of the week on which you
want to activate the timer.
v/V to select [Auto ON day] or
Press
[Auto OFF day] and press .
v/V to select the day on which
Press
you want activate the timer and press
to make it checked.
v/V to move the cursor to [OK]
Press
and press .
Tip
The power is turned off automatically at the
time you set for [Power-OFF timer] when
you are using the photo frame.
The power is turned on automatically at the
time you set for [Power-ON timer] during the
standby mode.
4 Press MENU.
1Select an item for which you want to set
the time.
v/V to select [Power-ON timer]
Press
or [Power-OFF timer] and press .
Then, press
press .
2Set the time at which you want to
activate the [Power-ON timer] or
[Power-OFF timer].
Press
[Auto OFF time] and press .
Press
press
press .
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v/V to select [Enable] and
v/V to select [Auto ON time] or
B/b to select the hour or minute,
v/V to set the hour or minute, and
Changing the settings
You can change the following settings.
• Slideshow Settings
• Auto Power ON/OFF
• Date/time Settings
• General Settings (Listing Order, Sony logo
ON/OFF* etc,.)
* Turning on the Sony logo is the function
only available for DPF-A73.
• Language Setting
• Initialize
Setting procedure
4 Press v/V to select the item you
want to change and then press .
This enables you to set each of the items
(page 32).
Note
When the photo frame is, for instance,
displaying a slideshow, some settings of some
items cannot be changed. They are displayed in
gray and cannot be selected.
5 Press v/V to select a setting value
and then press .
Each time you press v/V, the setting value
changes. In the case of a numerical value,
press V to increase the value and press v
to decrease the value.
If you press , the setting is confirmed.
Advanced operations
1 Press MENU.
2 Press B/b to select the
(Settings) tab.
3 Press v/V to select the item you
want to change and then press .
The setting screen of the selected item is
displayed.
For example, when [Slideshow Settings]
is selected.
6 Press MENU.
The menu closes.
To reset to factory default
settings
1 Press MENU and then select (Settings)
- [Initialize] by pressing B/b/v/V.
2 Press v/V to select [Initialize settings] and
then press .
All adjusted values, except for the clock
settings, are reset to the default settings.
Tip
You can also use the MENU button on the photo
frame.
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Items to set
Item Setting Description
Slideshow
Settings
Auto Power
ON/OFF
Date/time
Settings
General
Settings
Refer to “Enjoying a slideshow” (page 22).
Sets the timer function which turns the power supply of the photo frame on or off
automatically. You can set the auto power on/off function finely in one minute increments.
(.page 30)
Power-ON
timer
Power-OFF
timer
Sets the date, time, First day of the week, etc. (.page 13)
Listing Order Sets the display order of images. This setting affects the order in
Auto display
orientation
LCD backlight Allows you to set the brightness of the backlight of the LCD screen to a
Image import
size
Sony logo ON/
OFF (DPF-A73
only)
You can set the timer (time/day) and input time for the power to turn on
automatically, when you set this function to enable.
You can set the timer (time/day) and input time for the power to turn off
automatically, when you set this function to enable.
[Slideshow Settings].
Shoot. Date Displays images automatically in order of the updated
Number Order* Displays images in order of file name.
ON*/OFF: You can set the photo frame to automatically detect and rotate
the orientation of images.
level from 1 to 10*.
Resize* When importing images from a memory card, this
Original Saves images to the internal memory without
ON*/OFF: You can set whether the photo frame's Sony logo lights or not.
*: Factory default settings
date based on the shooting date.
Note
When images are imported with [Resize] selected in
the Image import size setting, the photo frame uses the
Exif shooting date information to update the date, so
images are aligned almost in the same order as Exif
shooting date order.
setting resizes the images and saves them to the
internal memory. You can save more images, but
deterioration in image quality compared to the original
images is noticeable when the images are displayed on
a large monitor via a computer or other device.
compressing them. There is no deterioration, but you
can save fewer images.
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Item Setting Description
System
Information
Language
Setting
Initialize Format internal
Version Displays the version of the firmware of the photo frame.
Internal
memory
Sets the display language on the LCD screen.
Japanese, English*, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Simplified Chinese,
Traditional Chinese, Dutch, Portuguese
Note
Default language setting may vary in some regions.
memory
Initialize
settings
Memory
capacity
Remaining
capacity
You can format the internal memory.
Notes
• All the images added to the internal memory will be deleted.
• Do not format the internal memory by using a connection to a
computer.
Returns all settings to their factory defaults except for the current date and
time setting of the [Date/time Settings].
*: Factory default settings
Indicates the maximum amount of space available in
internal memory in the initial state.
Indicates the amount of free space currently available
in internal memory.
Advanced operations
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Using with a computer
Connecting to a computer
You can connect to a computer to view and
copy images from the internal memory of the
photo frame to the computer, and copy images
from the computer to the photo frame.
System requirements
To connect a computer to the photo frame, your
computer must satisfy the following
recommended system requirements.
x Windows
Recommended OS: Microsoft Windows 7/
Windows Vista SP2 /Windows XP SP3
Port: USB port
x Macintosh
Recommended OS: Mac OS X (v10.4 or later)
Port: USB port
Notes
• If multiple USB devices are connected to a
computer or if a hub is used, a problem may occur.
In such a case, simplify the connections.
• You cannot operate the photo frame from another
USB device being used simultaneously.
• Do not disconnect the USB cable during data
communication.
• Operation with all computers that satisfy the
recommended system requirements is not
guaranteed.
• The photo frame has been demonstrated as operable
when connected to a computer or Sony digital photo
printer. When other devices are connected to the
photo frame, these devices may not recognize the
internal memory of the photo frame.
Connecting to a computer to exchange images
Note
This section shows an example for a connection for
Windows Vista. Depending on the OS you use, the
screen display and procedures may vary.
1 Connect the photo frame to the AC
power source. (
Operating Instructions
.supplied
, page 12)
2 Connect the computer and photo
frame with a commercially available
USB cable.
To USB B
connector
To USB connectorComputer
Note
Use a B-Type USB cable that is less than 3
meters long.
3 Turn the photo frame on.
(.page 12)
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4 When the [AutoPlay] window
appears on the computer display,
click [Open folder to view files].
If the [AutoPlay] window does not appear,
click [Computer (My Computer)] in the
Start menu, and then open the removable
disc.
fewer images may be able to be saved to the internal
memory of the photo frame.
• Image files made or edited on a computer may not
be displayed. Image files set to “Read Only” on a
computer cannot be deleted on the photo frame.
Cancel “Read Only” before saving image files from
a computer on the photo frame.
5 Move the cursor in this window and
right click, and then click [New] [Folder].
Name this new folder. In this manual, the
folder name “sony” is used as an example.
6 Double click to open this “sony”
folder.
7 Open the folder that contains the
image files you want to copy, and
then copy the image files by using
drag-and-drop.
Notes
• When saving images from a computer in the
internal memory, make a folder in the internal
memory and save the images in this folder. If you
do not make a folder, you can only save up to 512
images. In addition, the number of images may be
reduced depending on the file name length or
character type.
• If you edit or save an image file on a computer, the
date of that the file was modified is changed. In this
case, images may not be displayed in order by the
shooting date in the index image display or other
display mode because the shooting date of the
image is changed.
• When images from the computer are saved in the
internal memory of the photo frame, the image files
are saved without being compressed. As a result,
Disconnecting your computer
Disconnect the USB cable or turn the photo
frame off after disconnecting it from your
computer.
1 Double-click on the Task Tray.
2 Click (USB Mass Storage
Device) t [Stop].
3 Click [OK] after checking the drive
you want to remove.
Using with a computer
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Error messages
If an error message appears
If an error occurs, one of the following error messages may be displayed on the LCD screen of the
photo frame. Follow the corresponding solution below to solve the problem.
Error message Meaning/Solutions
No Memory Stick. / No SD
Memory Card. / No xD-Picture
Card.
An incompatible Memory Stick is
inserted. / An incompatible SD
Memory Card is inserted. / An
incompatible xD-Picture Card is
inserted.
No images on file. • There is no image file that can be displayed on the screen
Cannot delete a protected file. • To delete a protected file, cancel the protection on your
Memory card is protected. Remove
protection then try again.
The Memory Stick is full. / The SD
Memory Card is full. / The xDPicture Card is full. /The internal
memory is full.
Error reading the Memory Stick. /
Error reading the SD Memory
Card. / Error reading the xDPicture Card. / Error reading the
internal memory.
Write error on the Memory Stick. /
Write error on the SD Memory
Card. / Write error on the xDPicture Card. / Write error on the
internal memory.
The Memory Stick is read only. • A “Memory Stick-ROM” is inserted. To save the images,
The Memory Stick is protected. • A protected “Memory Stick” is inserted. To edit and save
• A memory card is not inserted in a slot.
Insert a memory card in the corresponding slot.
(.page 14)
• An unsupported memory card is inserted. Use a memory
card that is supported by the photo frame.
of the photo frame on the memory card. Use a memory
card containing image files that can be displayed with the
photo frame.
digital camera or computer.
• The memory card is write-protected. Slide the writeprotect switch to the enable position. (.page 42)
• No more data can be saved because the memory card or the
internal memory is full. Delete images, or use a memory
card with free space available.
• For a memory card:
An error has occurred. Check that the memory card is
inserted correctly. If this error message is displayed
frequently, check the status of the memory card with a
device other than the photo frame.
• For the internal memory:
Initialize the internal memory.
Note
When you initialize the internal memory, please note that all the
image files imported to the internal memory are deleted.
use the “Memory Stick” recommended.
the images, use to remove protection.
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Error message Meaning/Solutions
Memory card format not supported. • For a memory card, use your digital camera or other device
to format the memory card.
Note
When you initialize the memory card, all the files on the memory card
will be deleted.
Cannot open the image. • The photo frame cannot display or open an image file
whose format is not supported.
Error messages
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Troubleshooting
If trouble occurs
Before submitting the photo frame for repair, try using the following guidance to solve the problem.
If the problem persists, consult with your Sony dealer or Sony service facilities.
Power supply
Symptom Check item Cause/Solutions
The power cannot
be turned on.
Displaying images
If the power is turned on but images are not displayed or the settings of the operation screen cannot
be configured, confirm the following check items.
Symptom Check item Cause/Solutions
No images are
displayed on the
screen.
Images are not
played back in the
order of shooting
date.
• Is the AC power plug
inserted correctly?
• Is a memory card inserted
connected properly?
• Does the memory card
contain images saved with a
digital camera or other
device?
• Is the file format compatible
with DCF?
• Is the photo frame in Clock
and calendar display mode?
• Were these images saved
from a computer?
• Were these images edited on
a computer?
c Insert the power plug properly.
c Insert a memory card properly.
(. page 14)
c Insert a memory card containing images.
c Check the file formats that can be
displayed. (. See Operating
Instructions, page 26)
c A file that is not compatible with DCF
may not be able to be displayed with the
photo frame, even if it can be displayed
with a computer.
c Set the photo frame to other than Clock
and calendar display mode. (.page 15)
c If you edit or save an image file on a
computer, the date that the file was
modified is changed. Images are thus
displayed in order of by the date the files
were modified instead of by the shooting
date.
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Symptom Check item Cause/Solutions
Some images are
not displayed.
• Are the images displayed in
the index view?
c If the image is displayed in the index view
but cannot be displayed as single image,
the image file may be damaged even
though its thumbnail preview data is fine.
c A file that is not compatible with DCF
may not be able to be displayed with the
photo frame, even if it can be displayed
with a computer.
• Does the mark displayed
below appear in the index
view?
c If the mark shown on the left is displayed,
the image file may not be supported by the
photo frame because, for example, it is a
JPEG file that was created with your
computer. Also, the image file may be
supported, but not contain thumbnail data.
• Were the images created
with an application on a
computer?
Select the mark and press to change
the screen to the single image display. If
the mark on the left is displayed again, the
image cannot be displayed because the
image file is not supported by the photo
frame.
• Does the mark displayed
below appear in the index
view?
c If the mark shown on the left is displayed,
the image file is supported by the photo
frame, but the thumbnail data or image
itself cannot be opened. Select the mark
and press . If the mark shown on the
left is displayed again, the image cannot
be displayed.
• Are there more than 4,999
images in the memory card?
• Did you rename the file with
a computer or other device?
c The photo frame can play, save, delete, or
otherwise handle up to 4,999 image files.
c If you named or renamed the file on your
computer and the file name includes
characters other than alphanumeric
characters, the image may not be able to
be displayed on the photo frame.
• Is there a folder with more
than 5 levels in its hierarchy
on the memory card?
c The photo frame cannot display images
saved in a folder that is more than 5 levels
deep.
Troubleshooting
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Symptom Check item Cause/Solutions
The file name is
not displayed
properly.
• Did you rename the file with
a computer or other device?
c If you named or renamed the file on your
computer and the file name includes
characters other than alphanumeric
characters, the file name may not be able
to be displayed properly on the photo
frame. Also, for a file created on a
computer or other device, a maximum of
10 characters from the beginning of the
file name can be displayed.
Note
Only alphanumeric characters can be displayed.
Saving and deleting images
Symptom Check item Cause/Solutions
Cannot save an
image.
• Is the memory card write-
protected?
• Is the write-protect switch of
the memory card in the
c Cancel write-protection and try saving
again.
c Slide the write-protect switch to the
enable position.
[LOCK] position?
• Is the memory card full? c Replace the memory card with one with
sufficient free space. Or, delete any
unwanted images. (.page 28)
• Is the internal memory full? c Delete any unwanted images.
(.page 28)
• Did you save images from a
computer to the internal
memory without making a
folder in the internal
memory?
c If you do not make a folder, you can only
save up to 512 images. In addition, the
number of images may be reduced
depending on the file name length or
character type. When you save images in
the internal memory from a computer, be
sure to make a folder in the internal
memory and save the images in this
folder.
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Symptom Check item Cause/Solutions
Cannot delete an
image.
An image was
deleted
accidentally.
• Is the memory card writeprotected?
• Is the write-protect switch of
the memory card in the
[LOCK] position?
• Are you using a “Memory
Stick-ROM”?
• Is this image protected? c Check the image information from the
—
c Use the device you are using to cancel
write-protection and try deleting again.
c Slide the write-protect switch to the
enable position.
c It is not possible to delete an image from
or format a “Memory Stick-ROM”.
single view mode. (.page 21)
c An image with a mark is set to “Read
Only”. You cannot delete it on the photo
frame.
c An image cannot be recovered once it is
deleted.
Photo frame
Symptom Check item Cause/Solutions
Nothing happens
even if you operate
the photo frame.
—
c Turn off and then turn on the power.
(.page 12)
Remote control
Symptom Check item Cause/Solutions
Nothing happens
even if you operate
the remote control.
• Is the battery inserted in the
remote control properly?
—
• Is there a protective sheet
inserted?
c Replace the battery. (.page 9)
c Insert a battery. (.page 9)
c Insert a battery in the proper orientation.
(.page 9)
c Point the top end of the remote control
towards the remote sensor on the photo
frame. (.page 9)
c Remove any obstruction between the
remote control and the remote sensor.
c Remove the protective sheet.
(.page 9)
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Additional information
About memory cards
protection technology developed by Sony using
authentication and encryption.
*6
The photo frame does not support 8 bit parallel
data transfer.
“Memory Stick”
Types of “Memory Stick” that
the photo frame can use
With the photo frame, you can use the
following types of “Memory Stick”
Type of “Memory
Stick”
“Memory Stick”
(Not compatible
with
“MagicGate”)
“Memory Stick”
(Compatible with
“MagicGate”)
“MagicGate
Memory Stick”
“Memory Stick
*2
PRO”
“Memory Stick
PRO-HG”
“Memory Stick
Micro”
*1
*2
*3
*4
*5
*2
*3
(“M2”*4)
The photo frame supports FAT32. The photo
frame has been demonstrated as operable with a
“Memory Stick” with a capacity of 32 GB or less
manufactured by Sony Corporation. However, we
do not guarantee the operations of all the “Memory
Stick” media.
The photo frame is equipped with a slot compatible
with both standard-size and Duo-size media.
Without a “Memory Stick Duo” adaptor, you can
use both a standard-size “Memory Stick” and the
compact-size “Memory Stick Duo”.
When using a “Memory Stick Micro” with the
photo frame, always insert it into an “M2” adaptor.
“M2” is an abbreviation for “Memory Stick
Micro”. In this section, “M2” is used to describe a
“Memory Stick Micro”.
Data reading/recording that requires “MagicGate”
copyright protection cannot be performed.
“MagicGate” is the general name of a copyright
Displaying Deleting/
*2
OK OK
*2
OK
OK
*2
OK
OK
OK
*5
*5
*5
*5*6
*5
*1
:
Saving
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
*5
*5
*5
*5*6
*5
Notes on use
• For the latest information on the “Memory
Stick” types that the photo frame supports,
see the “Memory Stick” compatibility
information on the Sony web site:
http://www.memorystick.com/en/support/
support.html
(Select the area where you use your photo
frame, and then select “Digital Photo Frame”
from each area page.)
• Do not insert more than one “Memory Stick”
at the same time, or this may cause trouble
with the photo frame.
• If you use a “Memory Stick Micro” with the
photo frame, the “Memory Stick Micro”
needs to be inserted into an “M2” adaptor.
• If you insert a “Memory Stick Micro” into
the photo frame without an “M2” adaptor,
you may be unable to remove the “Memory
Stick Micro”.
• If you insert a “Memory Stick Micro” into an
“M2” adaptor, and insert the “M2” adaptor
into a “Memory Stick Duo” adaptor, the
photo frame may not operate properly.
• When you initialize a “Memory Stick”, use
the initialization function of your digital
camera. If you initialize it with your
computer, images may not be displayed
properly.
• When you perform initialization, all the
protected images are erased. To avoid
erasing important data by accident, make
sure to check the contents of the “Memory
Stick” before initialization.
• You cannot record, edit, or delete data if you
slide the write-protect switch to LOCK.
• Do not attach any other material than the
supplied label on the labelling position.
When you attach the supplied label, be sure
to attach it to the labelling position. Be
careful that the label does not stick out.
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SD memory card
Notes on using a memory card
The SD memory card slot of the photo frame
allows you to use the following:
• SD memory card
*1
• miniSD card, microSD card
(An adaptor is necessary.)
• SDHC memory card
*2
*3
• miniSDHC card, microSDHC card
(An adaptor is necessary.)
• MMC standard memory card
*2
*4
We do not guarantee proper operations for all
types of SD memory cards and MMC standard
memory cards.
*1
The photo frame has been demonstrated as
operable with an SD memory card with a capacity
of 2 GB or smaller.
*2
Some commercially available card adaptors have
projected terminals on the back. This type of
adaptor may not work properly with the photo
frame.
*3
The photo frame has been demonstrated as
operable with an SDHC memory card with a
capacity of 32 GB or less.
*4
The photo frame has been demonstrated as
operable with an MMC standard memory card with
a capacity of 2 GB or less.
Notes on use
Data reading/recording that requires copyright
protection cannot be performed.
xD-Picture Card
With the xD-Picture Card slot of the photo
frame, you can use an xD-Picture Card*5. Not
all the memory card operations are supported
and we do not guarantee proper operations for
all types of xD-Picture Card.
*5
The photo frame has been demonstrated as
operable with an
capacity of 2 GB or less.
xD-Picture Card with a
• When using a card, make sure to check the
correct insertion direction of the card and the
correct insertion slot.
• When inserting the memory card, it will only
insert part of the way, so do not try to force
it, as this could damage the memory card
and/or photo frame.
• Do not remove a card or turn off the photo
frame while the photo frame is reading or
writing data, or the access indicator is
flashing. Otherwise, data may be rendered
unreadable or be erased.
• We recommend that you save a backup of
important data.
• Data processed with the computer may not
be displayed with the photo frame.
• When you carry or store a card, put it in the
case supplied with it.
• Do not touch the terminal of a card with your
hand or a metal object.
• Do not strike, bend or drop a card.
• Do not disassemble or modify a card.
• Do not expose a card to water.
• Do not use or store a card under the
following conditions:
– Locations beyond the required operational
conditions including locations such as the
hot interior of a car parked in the sun and/
or in the summer, the outdoors exposed to
direct sunlight, or a place near a heater.
– Humid locations or locations with
corrosive substances present
– Locations subject to static electricity or
electrical noise
Additional information
43
GB
Index
A
Access lamp 7, 14
Associated file 21
Auto Power ON/OFF 30, 32
C
Changing the settings 31
Clock and calendar display
18
Connecting
Computer 34
D
Date/time settings 13, 32
Deleting an image 28
E
Enlarge and reducing an
image size 29
Error messages 36
Exchanging a panel 11
Exporting an image 26
F
Factory default settings 31,
32
Features 5
Format internal memory 28,
33
G
General Settings 32
I
Image import size 32
Importing to the internal
memory 24
Index image display 20
Information display 21
Initialize 33
Initialize settings 33
Inserting a memory card 14
L
Language setting 33
Listing Order 32
M
Memory card slot 14
Memory cards 42
“Memory Stick” 42
Notes on use 43
SD memory card 43
xD-Picture Card 43
P
Placing to portrait or
landscape orientation 10
Playback device 26
Power on/off 12
R
Remote control 9
Removing a memory card 15
Replacing the battery of the
remote control 9
Rotating an image 29
S
Setting the stand 10
Single view mode 19
Slideshow display 17
Slideshow Settings 23
Color effect 23
Display Mode 23
Effect 23
Interval 23
Shuffle 23
System Information 33
System requirements
Macintosh 34
Windows 34
T
Troubleshooting 38
U
USB B connector 34
W
Write-protect switch 42
44
GB
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