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Digital Photo Frame DPF-A73/E73

2010 Sony Corporation

For your safety

Lets get the photoframe ready

Lets view an image

Try using various functions

Troubleshooting

Additional information

Operating InstructionsBefore operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly andretain it for future reference.

Owners RecordThe model and serial numbers are located at the rear.Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer tothese numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealerregarding this product.Model No. DPF-A73/E73Serial No. ________________________

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To reduce fire or shock hazard, do notexpose the unit to rain or moisture.

Do not expose the batteries toexcessive heat such as sunshine, fireor the like.

CAUTION

Replace the battery with the specifiedtype only. Otherwise, fire or injurymay result.Dispose of used batteries accordingto the instructions.

For the customers in the U.S.A.CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modificationsnot expressly approved in this manual could voidyour authority to operate this equipment.

Note:This equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses, and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed andused in accordance with the instructions, may causeharmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference willnot occur in a particular installation. If this equipmentdoes cause harmful interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one or more of the following

measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

If you have any questions about this product, you maycall:

Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669)

The number below is for the FCC related mattersonly.

Regulatory Information

For the State of California, USAonlyPerchlorate Material - special handling may apply,Seewww.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchloratePerchlorate Material: Lithium battery containsperchlorate.

WARNING

Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: SONYModel No.: DPF-A73Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,

CA 92127 U.S.A.Telephone No.: 858-942-2230This device complies with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions:(1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference received, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation.

Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: SONYModel No.: DPF-E73Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,

CA 92127 U.S.A.Telephone No.: 858-942-2230This device complies with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference received, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation.

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For the Customer in EuropeThis product has been tested and found compliantwith the limits set out in the EMC Directive for usingconnection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).

AttentionThe electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies

may influence the picture of this digital photo frame.

NoticeIf static electricity or electromagnetism causes datatransfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart theapplication or disconnect and connect thecommunication cable (USB, etc) again.

Disposal of Old Electrical & ElectronicEquipment (Applicable in the EuropeanUnion and other European countrieswith separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product oron its packaging indicates thatthis product shall not be treatedas household waste. Instead itshall be handed over to theapplicable collection point forthe recycling of electrical andelectronic equipment. Byensuring this product is disposedof correctly, you will helpprevent potential negativeconsequences for the

environment and human health, which could otherwisebe caused by inappropriate waste handling of thisproduct. The recycling of materials will help to conservenatural resources. For more detailed information aboutrecycling of this product, please contact your local CivicOffice, your household waste disposal service or theshop where you purchased the product.Applicable Accessories: Remote control

Disposal of waste batteries(applicable in the European Unionand other European countries withseparate collection systems)

This symbol on the battery or on thepackaging indicates that the batteryprovided with this product shall not betreated as household waste. On certainbatteries this symbol might be used incombination with a chemical symbol.The chemical symbols for mercury

(Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains morethan 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuringthese batteries are disposed of correctly, you will helpprevent potentially negative consequences for theenvironment and human health which could otherwisebe caused by inappropriate waste handling of thebattery. The recycling of the materials will help to

conserve natural resources. In case of products that forsafety, performance or data integrity reasons require apermanent connection with an incorporated battery, thisbattery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly,hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicablecollection point for the recycling of electrical andelectronic equipment. For all other batteries, pleaseview the section on how to remove the battery from theproduct safely. Hand the battery over to the applicablecollection point for the recycling of waste batteries.For more detailed information about recycling of thisproduct or battery, please contact your local CivicOffice, your household waste disposal service or theshop where you purchased the product.

Notice for the customers in thecountries applying EU DirectivesThe manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation,1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. TheAuthorized Representative for EMC and product safetyis Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61,70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guaranteematters please refer to the addresses given in separateservice or guarantee documents.

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THEUNITED KINGDOMA moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted tothis equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to bereplaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied oneand approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362,(i.e.marked with or mark) must be used.If the plug supplied with this equipment has adetachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse coverafter you change the fuse. Never use the plug withoutthe fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover,please contact your nearest Sony service station.

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Notice for usersProgram 2010 Sony CorporationDocumentation 2010 Sony Corporation

All rights reserved. This manual or the softwaredescribed herein, in whole or in part, may not bereproduced, translated or reduced to any machinereadable form without prior written approval fromSony Corporation.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY CORPORATION BELIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES,WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTACT, OROTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR INCONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THESOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATIONCONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.

Sony Corporation reserves the right to make anymodification to this manual or the informationcontained herein at any time without notice.The software described herein may also be governedby the terms of a separate user license agreement.

Any design data such as sample pictures provided inthis software cannot be modified or duplicated except

for the purpose of personal use. Any unauthorizedduplication of this software is prohibited undercopyright law.Please note that unauthorized duplication ormodification of portraits or copyrighted work couldinfringe the rights reserved by rights holders.

Read this before using

Notes on playback Connect the AC adaptor to an easily accessible ACoutlet. Should you notice an abnormality in it,disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately.

Notes on copyrightsDuplication, edition, or printing of a CD, TVprograms, copyrighted materials such as pictures orpublications, or any other materials except for yourown recording or creation is limited to private ordomestic use only. Unless you hold copyright or havepermission of copyright holders for the materials tobe duplicated, use of those materials beyond this limitmay infringe the provisions of the copyright law andbe subject to the copyright holders claim for damages.

When using photo images with this digital photoframe, pay special attention not to infringe theprovisions of the copyright law. Any unauthorizeduse or modification of others portrait may alsoinfringe their rights.For some demonstrations, performances, or exhibits,photography may be forbidden.

Recording contents are notguaranteedSony shall assume no responsibility for anyaccidental or consequential damages or loss of therecording contents which may be caused by use ormalfunction of the digital photo frame or memorycard.

Backup recommendationsTo avoid potential risk of data loss caused byaccidental operation or malfunction of the digitalphoto frame, we recommend that you save a backupcopy of your data.

Notes on LCD screen Do not press against the LCD screen. The screen

may be discolored and that may cause amalfunction.

Exposing the LCD screen to direct sunlight for along period may cause malfunctions.

The LCD screen is manufactured using extremelyhigh-precision technology, so over 99.99% of thepixels are operational for effective use. However,there may be some tiny black points and/or brightpoints (white, red, blue or green in color) thatconstantly appear on the LCD screen. These pointsare normal in the manufacturing process and do notaffect the viewing in any way.

Images may trail across on the LCD screen in a coldlocation. This is not a malfunction.

On the illustrations and screenshots used in this manualThe illustrations and screen shots used in thismanual are of the DPF-A73 unless notedotherwise.The illustrations and screen shots used in thismanual may not be identical to those actuallyused or displayed.

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Table of Contents

Read this before using ..................................................................................... 4

For your safetyChecking included items .................................................................................. 7Identifying the parts ......................................................................................... 8

Digital photo frame .................................................................................................... 8Remote control .......................................................................................................... 9

Lets get the photo frame readyRemote control .............................................................................................. 10Stand ............................................................................................................. 10

To display the photo frame on the wall .................................................................... 11Turning the photo frame on ........................................................................... 12Operations in an initial state ........................................................................... 13Setting the current time ................................................................................. 14

Lets view an imageInserting a memory card ................................................................................ 15Changing the display ...................................................................................... 16

About the information displayed on the LCD screen ................................................ 17

Try using various functionsVarious functions ........................................................................................... 18Specifying the playback device ...................................................................... 19Adjusting image size and orientation (Zoom in/Zoom out/Rotate) ................. 19Changing the settings of the auto power on/off function ............................... 20Changing the settings .................................................................................... 21Connecting to a computer .............................................................................. 22

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TroubleshootingIf an error message appears ...............................................................23If trouble occurs ..................................................................................23

Additional informationPrecautions .........................................................................................25

Installation ...............................................................................................................25Cleaning ..................................................................................................................25Restrictions on duplication ......................................................................................25Disposing of the photo frame ...................................................................................25

Specifications .................................................................................................26

On trademarks and copyrights .................................................................................27

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Checking included itemsMake sure that the following items are included.

Digital photo frame (1)

Stand (1)

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Attaching to the screw hole(. page 10 )

Remote control (1)

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Removing the protective sheet(. page 10 )

AC adaptor (1)

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Connecting to the AC power source(. page 12 )

Exchangeable panels (DPF-E73only)Operating Instructions (this manual) (1)CD-ROM (Digital Photo FrameHandbook) (1)Warranty (1)(In some regions, the warranty is notsupplied.)

The supplied CD-ROM contains the Digital PhotoFrame Handbook that explains operations and setupsof the digital photo frame in detail. To view thehandbook, insert the CD-ROM into the computerand double-click the Handbook icon. (To display thehandbook, you need Adobe Acrobat Reader. )

For your safety

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Identifying the parts

x Digital photo frame

Front

Rear

LCD screen

Remote sensor

Sony logo (DPF-A73 only) ( . page 10 )

VIEW MODE button ( . page 16 )

1 (on/standby) button

Standby indicator

MENU button

Direction ( B / b / v / V ) buttons, ENTER ( ) button

BACK button

Access lamp

Memory card slot ( . page 15 )

Holes for hanging unit on the wallSpace for storing the stand

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USB B connector (.

page 22 )

Stand ( . page 10 )

DC IN 5 V jack ( . page 12 )

SLIDE-SHOW ( ) button

CLOCK ( ) button

MENU button

BACK button

SELECT DEVICE button

ROTATE ( ) button

VIEW MODE buttons

1 (on/standby) button SINGLE button

INDEX ( ) button

Zoom in ( ) button

Direction ( B / b / v / V ) buttons

ENTER ( ) button

Zoom out ( ) button

IMPORT ( ) button

DELETE ( ) button

About descriptions in this manualThe operations described in this manual are based on remote control operation.When an operation is performed differently, for example, with the remote control and thebuttons on the photo frame, it will be explained in a tip.

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Lets get the photo frame ready

Remote control

Pull out the protective sheet before use as shown in thefigure.

Using the remote controlPoint the top end of the remote control towards the remote sensor on

the photo frame.

Stand

Screw the stand into the screw hole firmly until the standstops turning.

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

Protective sheet

P Notes If the remote control stops

working:Replace the battery (CR2025lithium battery) with a new one.

When the lithium battery becomes

weak, the operating distance of theremote control may shorten, or theremote control may not functionproperly. In this case, replace thebattery with a Sony CR2025lithium battery. Use of anotherbattery may present a risk of fire orexplosion.

Replacing procedures:. CD-ROM (Handbook) page 9

z Tipsx When the photo frame isplaced in the portrait orientationIf you set the photo frame with itsoperations buttons facing upwards,

the display is also automaticallyrotated to the portrait orientation.

x Sony logo(DPF-A73 only)When the photo frame is placed inthe portrait orientation or when youturn off the power, the Sony logodoesn't light up.

P WARNINGBattery may explode if mistreated.Do not recharge, disassemble ordispose of in fire.

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To display the photo frame on the wall

1 Prepare screws (not supplied) suitable for the screwholes on the rear panel.

2 Screw the screws (not supplied) into the wall.Be sure the screws (not supplied) protrude between 2.5 to 3mm(1 / 8 inch) from the surface of the wall.

3 Hang the photo frame on the wall by fitting the hole onthe rear panel to the screws on the wall.

4mm ( 3 / 16 inch)

More than 25mm (1 inch)

4.2mm(3 / 16 inch)

8.6mm(11 / 32 inch)

Holes for hanging

the unit on the wall

Between

2.5mm to 3mm(1 / 8 inch)

P Notes Use screws suitable for the quality

of the material of the wall. Thescrews may be damaged,depending on the type of materialused in the wall. Set the screws in

a pillar or stud in the wall. When you want to re-insert thememory card, remove the photoframe from the wall, then eject andre-insert the memory card whilethe photo frame is placed on astable surface.

Remove the stand and store it inthe space for storing the standprovided on the rear when youhang the photo frame on the wall.

Since a magnet is contained inthe space for storing the stand,you can keep the standattached to the portion.

Connect the DC cable of the ACadaptor to the photo frame andhang the photo frame on the wall.

Then connect the AC adaptor tothe wall outlet.

We take no responsibility for anyaccidents or damage caused bydefects of attachment, misuse, ornatural disasters, etc.

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Turning the photo frame on

1 Insert the plug of the AC adaptor into the DC IN 5 V jack on the rear of the photo frame.

2 Connect the AC adaptor to the wall outlet.The photo frame is automatically turned on.

When the AC plug is removedAttaching the AC plug

Attach the AC plug to the AC adaptor main unit as follows:

To wall outlet

To the DC IN 5 V jack

AC adaptor mainunit

DC cable

DC plug

AC plug

PUSH tab clicks when theAC plug is slid firmly intoplace.

P Notes The socket outlet should be as close

as possible to the unit, and easilyaccessible.

Do not place the photo frame on anunsteady or tilted surface.

Connect the AC adaptor to an easilyaccessible wall outlet close by. If trouble occurs while using theadaptor, immediately shut off thepower by disconnecting the plugfrom the wall outlet.

Do not short the plug of the ACadaptor with a metal object. Doingso may cause a malfunction.

Do not use the AC adaptor placed ina narrow space, such as between awall and furniture.

Insert the plug of the AC adaptorfirmly, if the connection is loose,the photo frame may turn off whenit is moved.

After use, remove the AC adaptorfrom the DC IN 5 V jack of thephoto frame, and remove the ACadaptor from the outlet.

Do not turn the photo frame off ordisconnect the AC adaptor from thephoto frame before the standbyindicator turns red. Doing so maydamage the photo frame.

The AC plug may be removed fromthe AC adaptor main unit bypushing the PUSH tab. Whenusing the AC adaptor, however, youdo not have to remove the AC plug.Make sure to use the AC adaptorwith the AC plug firmly attached. If the AC plug is removed, slide it intothe AC adaptor main unit until itclicks into place as illustrated.

The AC plug shape may differdepending on the region you

purchase the photo frame.

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Removing the AC plug from the wall outletIf the AC plug remains inserted in the wall outlet, remove it as

follows, without using a tool:

Metal terminals at the rear of the AC plug.

Operations in an initial stateWhen the photo frame is turned, the initial display appears.

If handled roughly, the AC plugmay become detached from the ACadaptor main unit and remain in thewall outlet. If this occurs, grasp theAC plug with dry hands asillustrated and remove it from thewall outlet. Do not use a tool. Becareful not to touch the metalterminals at the rear of the AC plug.

Check to see if there is no troublewith the AC adaptor main unit andAC plug, and then slide the ACplug into the AC adaptor main unituntil it clicks into place.

If there is any problem with theAC adaptor main unit or AC plug,consult with your Sony servicefacilities for repair.

z Tipsx If the photo frame is notoperatedIf the photo frame is not operated for10 seconds, the demo mode isdisplayed.

x Releasing thedemonstration modeIf any other button than the powerbutton is pressed, the screen returnsto the initial display.

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Setting the current time

1 Press MENU, and B / b to select the (Settings) tab.v / V [Date/time Settings] , (ENTER)

2 Press v / V to select [Time] , (ENTER).v / V to select a value. , B / b (hour, minute, and second)Setting complete. , (ENTER)

3 Press MENU.

In the same window, you can use the same procedures as timesetting to set the following:

Setting itemsDateDate Display Order ( Y-M-D/M-D-Y/D-M-Y)First day of the week ( Sunday/Monday)12hr/24hr display (12 hours/24 hours)

P TipThe B / b buttons become activatedonly when the Clock and calendar

view mode ( page 16 ) is not selected.

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Inserting a memory card

Insert the memory card firmly into the corresponding slotwith its label side facing toward you (when you are facing

the back side of the photo frame).

When you insert a memory cardThe images on the memory card are automatically displayed.

If you switch off the power while they arebeing displayedIf you switch the power back on, the same images continue to bedisplayed.

If the access lamp does not flashReinsert the memory card after checking the label side of thememory card.

About the A and B slotsIf you insert memory cards both into the A and B slotssimultaneously, the photo frame will not work properly.

Access lamp

xD-Picture Card(Slot A )

SD memory Card(Slot A )

Memory Stick(Slot A )

Memory Stick Duo(Slot B )

P NoteWhen using a memory card of thefollowing types, make sure to insertit in an appropriate adaptor.If you insert it without an adaptor,you may be unable to remove it. Asshown in the right-most illustrationbelow, make sure to insert thefollowing types of memory cardswith inserted in the appropriateadaptor.

1 miniSD /miniSDHC

2 microSD/microSDHC

3 Memory Stick Micro

P NoteIn Clock and calendar display, the

access lamp does not flash even afteryou insert a memory card.

1 miniSD/ miniSDHCadaptor

2 microSD/ microSDHCadaptor

M2 adaptor(standard size)

3

M2 adaptor(Duo size)

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Changing the display

1 Press the button corresponding to view mode youwant to select.

The display changes to selected view mode.

2Press B / b / v / V to select a desired style, and thenpress (ENTER).The view mode screen is displayed.

Displays Styles

Slideshow

Single view, Multi image view, Clock view, Calendar view, Time Machine,Random view

Clock and calendarr

Clock1 to Clock10Calendar1 to Calendar3

Entire image, Fit to screen, Entire image(with Exif), Fit to screen (with Exif)

Index

Index 1 to Index 2

VIEW MODE buttons

P NoteIf you do not operate the photoframe for a certain period of time,

the style indicated by the cursor isautomatically selected.

z TipStyle descriptions:. CD-ROM (Handbook)page 17 to page 20

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About the information displayedon the LCD screen

The following information is displayed.1 Display type (In the Single view mode)

Entire image Fit to screen Entire image (with Exif) Fit to screen (with Exif)

2 Ordinal number of the displayed image/Totalnumber of imagesInput media indication for the displayed imageis shown as follows:

3 Image 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

4 Setting information

5 Image number (folder-file number)This is displayed if the image is DCFcompliant.If the image does not comply with DCF, its filename is displayed.If you named or renamed the file on yourcomputer and the file name includes charactersother than alphanumeric characters, the filename may not be able to be displayed properlyon the photo frame. Also, for a file created on acomputer or other device, a maximum of 10characters from the beginning of the file namecan be displayed.

Note

Only alphanumeric characters can be displayed.

6 Shooting date/time

Icons MeaningInternal memory input

Memory Stick input

SD Memory Card input

xD-Picture Card input

Icons MeaningProtect indication

Associated file indication(Displayed when there is anassociated file such as a motion fileor a miniature e-mail image file.)

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Various functions

Importing an image (a memory card b the internalmemory)

Exporting an image (the internal memory b a memory card)

Deleting an image

1 When a desired image is displayed, press MENU andthen B / b to select the (Editing) tab.

2 Select the desired menu item (Import/Export/Delete),and press (ENTER).

3 Press v / V to select [ ... this image]/[... multipleimages]/[... all images], and press (ENTER).(... stands for each command: Import, Export, orDelete.)

[... this image]:Press v / V to select the destination, and press (ENTER).

[... multiple images]:Press B / b / v / V to select a desired image in the image list, and

then press (ENTER) to add .Repeat this operation to select multiple images.

To clear the selection: Select the image and press(ENTER). disappears from the image.

After you finish selecting the images, press MENU and thenselect the destination.

[... all images]:All the images are displayed with .

Press MENU and then select the destination.

4 Press v / V to select [Yes], and press (ENTER).

z Tipsx ImportingThe number of images to be saved inthe internal memory: Resize: approx. 250 images Original: the number of images

may vary, depending on theoriginal image file size.

x ExportingAny memory card that is notrecognized by this photo frame isshown in gray and you cannot selectit.

P Notesx During exporting/deleting

Avoid doing the following. Doing somay damage this photo frame,memory card, or the data: Turning off the power Removing an memory card Inserting another card

x When deletingIf deletion has started, the deletedimage cannot be recovered even if you stop deletion.

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Press SELECT DEVICE.

Press v / V to select the playback device, and then press(ENTER).

Adjusting image size andorientation (Zoom in/Zoom out/Rotate)

Enlarging/Reducing

Press (zoom in) or (zoom out).

Saving an enlarged or a reduced image (Crop and save) When you move the enlarged image with B / b / v / V and press

MENU, the image is saved in the trimmed size. You can select the saving method by pressing v / V .

Saving methods: [Save as new image], [Overwrite]** JPG and JPEG images only

Rotating

Press (ROTATE).Or:

1 Press MENU, B / b to select the (Editing) tab,v / V to select [Rotate], and then press (ENTER).

2 Press v / V to select the direction to rotate, and thenpress (ENTER). : Rotates the image 90 degrees clockwise.

: Rotates the image 90 degrees counterclockwise.3 Press v / V to select [OK], and then press (ENTER).

z What is playback device?

A memory card or the internalmemory.

P NoteDuring Clock and calendar display,you cannot select the (Selectdevice) tab.

P Notes Enlarging an image may reduce

the quality depending on the imagesize.

It is not possible to enlarge animage using the buttons on thephoto frame.

P NoteAn enlarged image cannot berotated.

z TipWhen displaying the images in theinternal memory, the informationused to rotate the image is retainedeven after the power is turned off.

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Changing the settings of the autopower on/off function

1 Press MENU, B / b to select the (Settings) tab.2 Press v / V to select [Auto Power ON/OFF], and then

press (ENTER).

1 Press v / V to select [Power-ON timer] or [Power-OFF timer], (ENTER).

2 Press v / V to select [Enable] , (ENTER).3 [Auto ON time]/ [Auto OFF time] setting

v / V : Set the time.

AM or PM is displayed when you select [12 hours] on thetime display setting.

4 [Auto ON day] / [Auto OFF day] settingv / V : Add a check mark to select the day on which you wantactivate the timer.Move the cursor to [OK] and press (ENTER).

z Tipsx During operationThe power is turned off automatically at the time you set for[Power-OFF timer].

x During the standby modeThe power is turned onautomatically at the time you set for[Power-ON timer].

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Changing the settings

Press MENU, then B / b to select the (Settings) tab.

Press v / V to select the item and setting value, and thenpress (ENTER).

Setting items

Slideshow SettingsAuto Power ON/OFFDate/time SettingsGeneral Settings (Listing Order, Sony logo ON/OFF* etc,.)* Turning on the Sony logo is the function only available for

DPF-A73.Language SettingInitialize

P Notes

Depending on the status on thephoto frame, some settings of some items cannot be changed.They are displayed in gray andcannot be selected.

During Clock and calendardisplay, you can make settings inthe (Settings) tab only.

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Connecting to a computer

1 Connect the AC adaptor to the photo frame, and tothe AC power source.

2 Connect the computer and photo frame with acommercially available USB cable.

3 Turn the photo frame on.4 Operate the computer to exchange images with the

internal memory of the photo frame.

x WindowsRecommended OS: Microsoft Windows 7/Windows Vista SP2 / Windows XP SP3

Port: USB port

x MacintoshRecommended OS: Mac OS X (v10.4 or later)

Port: USB port

To USB B

connector

To USB connectorComputer

P Notes Use a B-Type USB cable.*

* When you use a commercially-

available USB cable, use aUSB cable with a B-type plug(for the USB B connector of this unit, frame-side connectortype) shorter than 3 meters.

If multiple USB devices areconnected to a computer or if ahub is used, a problem may occur.In such a case, simplify theconnection.

You cannot operate the photoframe from another USB devicebeing used simultaneously.

Do not disconnect the USB cableduring data communication.

Operation with all computers thatsatisfy the recommended systemrequirements is not guaranteed.

The photo frame has beendemonstrated as operable whenconnected to a computer and aSony digital photo printer. Whenother devices are connected to thephoto frame, these devices maynot recognize the internal memoryof photo frame.

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If an error message appears

If trouble occurs

Error message Meaning/SolutionsCannot delete a protected file. To delete a protected file, cancel the protection on your

digital camera or computer.

Memory card is protected. Removeprotection then try again.

The memory card is write-protected. Slide the write-protect switch to the enable position. ( . Digital PhotoFrame Handbook, page 42)

Error reading the Memory Stick. / Error reading the SD MemoryCard. / Error reading the xD-Picture Card./Error reading theiternal memory.

For a memory card:An error has occurred. Check that the memory card isinserted correctly. If this error message is displayedfrequently, check the status of the memory card with adevice other than the photo frame.

For the internal memory:Initialize the internal memory.

NoteWhen you initialize the internal memory, please note that all theimage files imported to the internal memory are deleted.

Write error on the Memory Stick. / Write error on the SD MemoryCard. / Write error on the xD-Picture Card./ Write error on theinternal memory.

Memory card format not supported. For a memory card, use your digital camera or other deviceto format the memory card.

Note

When you initialize the memory card, all the files on the memory cardwill be deleted.

Symptom Check item Cause/SolutionsSome images arenot displayed.

Are the images displayed inthe index view?

Does the mark displayedbelow appear in the indexview?

c If the image is displayed in the index viewbut cannot be displayed as single image,

the image file may be damaged eventhough its thumbnail preview data is fine.

c A file that is not compatible with DCFmay not be able to be displayed with thephoto frame, even if it can be displayedwith a computer.

c If a mark is displayed, the thumbnail dataor image itself cannot be opened.

Are there more than 4,999images in the memory card?

c The photo frame can play, save, delete, orotherwise handle up to 4,999 image files.

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Some images arenot displayed.

Did you rename the file witha computer or other device?

c If you named or renamed the file on yourcomputer and the file name includescharacters other than alphanumericcharacters, the image may not be able to

be displayed on the photo frame. Is there a folder with more

than 5 levels in its hierarchyon the memory card?

c The photo frame cannot display imagessaved in a folder that is more than 5 levelsdeep.

Cannot save animage.

Did you save images from acomputer to the internalmemory without making afolder in the internalmemory?

c If you do not make a folder, you can onlysave up to 512 images. In addition, thenumber of images may be reduceddepending on the file name length orcharacter type. When you save images in

the internal memory from a computer, besure to make a folder in the internalmemory and save the images in thisfolder.

Cannot delete animage.

Is the memory card write-protected? Or is the write-protect switch locked?

c Use the device you are using to cancelwrite-protection and try deleting again.

c Slide the write-protect switch to theenable position.

Is this image protected? c Check the image information from the

single view mode. (.

page 17 )c An image with a mark is set to ReadOnly. You cannot delete it on the photoframe.

Nothing happenseven if you operatethe photo frame.

c Turn off and then on the power.

(. page 12 )

Nothing happenseven if you operatethe remote control.

Is the battery inserted in theremote control properly?

c Replace the battery. ( . Digital PhotoFrame Handbook, page 9)

c Insert a battery in the proper orientation.(. Digital Photo Frame Handbook,page 9)

c Point the top end of the remote controltowards the remote sensor on the photoframe.

c Remove any obstruction between theremote control and the remote sensor.

Is there a protective sheetinserted?

c Remove the protective sheet.(. page 10 )

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Additional information

Precautions

Avoid placing the photo frame in a locationsubject to: vibration humidity excessive dust direct sunlight extremely high or low temperatures

Do not use electrical equipment near the photoframe. The photo frame will not work properlyin electromagnetic fields.

Do not place heavy objects on the photo frame.

On the AC adaptor Even if your photo frame is turned off, AC

power (house current) is still supplied to itwhile it is connected to the wall outlet via theAC adaptor.

Be sure to use the AC adaptor supplied with the

photo frame. Do not use other AC adaptors, asthis may cause a malfunction.

Do not use the supplied AC adaptor for otherdevices.

Do not use an electrical transformer (travelconverter), as this may cause overheating or amalfunction.

In case the cord of the AC adaptor is damaged,do not use it any longer, as this may bedangerous.

On moisture condensationIf the photo frame is brought directly from a coldlocation to a warm location or placed in anextremely warm or humid room, moisture maycondense inside the unit. In such cases the photoframe will probably not work properly and mayeven develop a fault if you persist in using it. If moisture condensation occurs, unplug the AC

adaptor of the photo frame and do not use thephoto frame for at least one hour.

On transportWhen you transport the photo frame, remove thememory card, AC adaptor, and connected cablesfrom the photo frame and put the photo frame andits peripherals in the original box with the

protective packaging.If you no longer have the original box andpacking parts, use similar packing material so thatthe photo frame will not be damaged while beingtransported.

Clean the photo frame with a soft dry cloth, or a

soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergentsolution. Do not use any type of solvent, such asalcohol or benzine, which may damage the finish.

TV programs, films, video tapes, portraits of otherpeople, or other materials may be copyrighted.Unauthorized use of such materials may infringethe provisions of the copyright law.

Even if you perform [Format internal memory],the data in the internal memory may not be erasedcompletely. When you dispose of the photoframe, we recommend that you physically destroythe photo frame.

Installation

Cleaning

Restrictions on duplication

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Specificationsx Photo frameLCD screen

LCD panel:DPF-A73/E73: 18cm/7.0-inch,

TFT active matrixTotal number of dots:

DPF-A73/E73: 336,960(480 3(RGB) 234) dots

Effective display areaDisplay aspect ratio: 16:10LCD screen area:

DPF-A73/E73: 16.3cm/6.4-inchTotal number of dots:

DPF-A73/E73: 303,264(432 3(RGB) 234) dots

LCD backlight life20,000 hours(before brightness of the backlight is reduced

to half)

Input/Output connectors

USB connector (TypeB, Hi-Speed USB)Slots

Memory Stick PRO (Standard/Duo)/SDmemory card/MMC/ xD-Picture Card slot

Compatible image file formatsJPEG: DCF 2.0 compatible, Exif 2.21

compatible, JFIF *1

TIFF: Exif 2.21 compatibleBMP: 1, 4, 8, 16, 24, 32 bit Windows formatRAW (preview only *2): SRF, SR2, ARW

(2.0 or lower version)(Some image file formats are not

compatible.)

Maximum number of pixels that can bedisplayed

8,000 (H) 6,000 (V) dots *3

File systemFAT12/16/32,

sector size of 2,048 bytes or smaller

Image file nameDCF format, 128 characters within 5th

hierarchy

Maximum number of files that can behandled

4,999 files for a memory cardInternal memory capacity *4

128 MB(Approx. 250 images *5 can be saved.)

Power requirementsDC IN jack, DC 5V

Power consumption

Operating temperature5 C to 35 C (41 F to 95 F)

DimensionsDPF-A73/E73:

[With the stand spread out]Approx. 212 142 115.2 mm(8 3 / 8 5 5 / 8 4 5 / 8 inches)(width/height/depth)

[When the photo frame is hanging on thewall]:

Approx. 212 142 39.3 mm(8 3 / 8 5 5 / 8 1 9 / 16 inches)(width/height/depth)

MassDPF-A73: Approx. 435 g (15.3 oz)DPF-E73: Approx. 450 g (16 oz)

(excluding the AC adaptor)

Included accessoriesSee Checking included items on page 7.

Model in operation mode including theAC adaptor

DPF-A73/E73 at the maximum load 7.0 Wnormal mode* 6.8 W

* The definition of the normal mode is a status whichallows the performance of a slideshow usingimages stored in the internal memory with thedefault settings without inserting a memory card orconnecting an external device.

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x AC adaptorPower requirements

- 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz0.3 A

Rated output voltage

5 V 2 ADimensions

Approx. 45 72 50 mm(1 13 / 16 2 7 / 8 2 inches)(width/height/depth)(excluding the protruding parts)

MassApprox. 110 g (4 oz)

See the label of AC adaptor for more details.

Design and specifications are subject to changewithout notice.

*1: Baseline JPEG with 4:4:4, 4:2:2, or 4:2:0 format*2: RAW files are displayed as thumbnail preview.*3: 17 bits or more are required both vertically and

horizontally. An image with an aspect ratio of 20:1 ormore may not be displayed properly. Even if theaspect ratio is less than 20:1, display problem mayoccur in thumbnails, slideshow or other occasions.

*4: The capacity is calculated as 1 MB is equivalent to1,000,000 bytes. The actual capacity is reduced asfiles for management and applications are included.Approximately 100 MB on DPF-A73/E73 can beused for your actual operation.

*5: Approximate number is shown when the imagestaken by 2,000,000 pixels equivalent camera aresaved. The value may vary depending on the shootingcondition.

On trademarks and copyrights , Cyber-shot, , Memory

Stick, , Memory Stick Duo,, MagicGate Memory

Stick, Memory Stick PRO,

, Memory Stick PRODuo, , Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, ,Memory Stick Micro, ,

, Memory Stick-ROM, ,MagicGate, and aretrademarks or registered trademarks of SonyCorporation.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista areregistered trademarks of Microsoft Corporationin the United States and/or other countries.

Macintosh and Mac OS are registeredtrademarks of Apple Inc.. in the United Statesand/or other countries.

or xD-Picture Card is a trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation.

The SD logo is a trademark. The SDHC logo is a trademark. Contains iType TM and fonts from Monotype

Imaging Inc.iType TM is a trademark of Monotype ImagingInc.

This software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.

Libtiff Copyright 1988 - 1997 Sam LefflerCopyright 1991 - 1997 Silicon Graphics, Inc.

All other companies and product namesmentioned herein may be the trademarks orregistered trademarks of their respectivecompanies. Furthermore, and are notmentioned in each case in this manual.

Customer support home pageThe latest support information is available at thefollowing home page address:

http://www.sony.net/

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