Sony DPF-A73, DPF-E73 Handbook

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Continued

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)

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.

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.

Continued

• 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.

Setting to portrait or landscape orientation

You can set the photo frame to portrait or landscape orientation by rotating it without moving the stand.

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.

Continued

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.

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.

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

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 .

Basic operations

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]

Select the time display.

1Press

and then press .

2Press

[24 hours] and then press .

and then press .

/V to select [12hr/24hr display]

/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

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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Sony DPF-A73, DPF-E73 Handbook

Table of Contents

Before operation

Enjoying your photo frame in various ways

Features

Identifying the parts

x Digital photo frame

x Remote control

Basic operations

Preparing the remote control

Setting the stand

Turning the photo frame on

Setting the current time

Inserting a memory card