4-129-235-11 (1) P/N3A221AH00-G6T-GP

Before operation

Digital Photo Frame

DPF-A72/E72/D72

Basic operations

Advanced operations

Using a computer

Error messages

Troubleshooting

Additional information

Operating Instructions
Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Owners Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DPF-A72/E72/D72 Serial No. ________________________

2009 Sony Corporation

WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: SONY DPF-D72 Sony Electronics Inc. 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION

Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct 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.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Services Center 1-800-222-SONY (7669) The number below is for the FCC related matters only.
Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: SONY DPF-A72 Sony Electronics Inc. 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone No.: 858-942-2230 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate.
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery 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 applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

If the remote control stops working, replace the battery (CR2025 lithium battery) with a new one.
Pull out the battery holder.
While pressing in the tab of the battery holder, pull out the battery holder.

Protective sheet

Using the remote control Point the top end of the remote control towards the remote sensor on the photo frame.
Remove the old battery from the battery holder and then insert a new battery.
Insert the battery so that + is facing upwards.

Remote sensor

Reinsert the battery holder into the remote control.
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
Notes When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance of the Remote control may shorten, or the Remote control may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
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.
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. 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

Hold the photo frame tightly and insert the stand straight into the screw hole on the rear panel.
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.
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 in the portrait orientation, the image is also automatically rotated to its proper orientation. DPF-D72 only: The directions indicated on the direction button on the rear panel depend on the orientation of the photo frame.

To display the photo frame on the wall
You can hang the photo frame on the wall using the following procedure.
Prepare screws (not supplied) suitable for the screw holes on the rear panel.
4mm (3/16 inch) More than 25mm (1 inch)
Notes Check whether the stand is stable. If the stand is not set properly, the photo frame may fall over. DPF-A72/D72 only: When the photo frame is placed in the portrait orientation, the Sony logo doesn't light up. The photo frame does not detect and rotate the orientation of images when [Auto display orientation] on the (Settings) tab is set to [OFF]. A magnet is contained in the storage portion of 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. 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.
4.2mm (3/16 inch) 8.6mm (11/32 inch) Holes for hanging the unit on the wall
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.
Between 2.5mm to 3mm (1/8 inch)
Hang the photo frame on the wall by fitting the one hole on the rear panel to the screws on the wall.
Notes Use screws suitable for the quality of the material of the wall. The screws may be damaged, depending on the type of material used in the wall. Set the screws in a pillar or stud in the wall.
When you want to re-insert the memory card, remove the photo frame from the wall, then eject and re-insert the memory card while the photo frame is placed on a stable surface. Remove the stand and store it in the storage portion provided on the rear when you hang the photo frame on the wall.

To exchange a panel

(DPF-E72 only)
You can exchange the original panel with an exchangeable panel supplied.
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.
Since a magnet is contained in the storage portion, you can keep the stand attached to the portion. Connect the DC cable of the AC adaptor to the photo frame and hang the photo frame on the wall. Then connect the AC adaptor to the wall outlet. We take no responsibility for any accidents or damage caused by defects of attachment, misuse, or natural disasters, etc.

Turning the photo frame on
When you have already turned on your photo frame in the previous section, skip to the next section.
Operations in an initial state
When the photo frame is turned on without a memory card connected, the initial display below appears on the screen.

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 (DPFA72/D72 only). 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.

Turning off the power

Hold 1 (on/standby) on 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.

Setting the current time

The clock of the photo frame needs to be adjusted in order to display an accurate time in the clock and calendar view modes.
Select the format of the date.
1 Press v/V to select [Date Display Order]
and then press. press Y-M-D M-D-Y D-M-Y
2 Press v/V to select a format and then

Press MENU.

The menu screen is displayed.
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. 1 Press v/V to select [First Weekday] and then press. 2 Press v/V to select [Sunday] or [Monday] and then press.
Press B/b to select the (Settings) tab.
The settings screen is displayed.
Tip You can use the B/b buttons only when a memory card is inserted in the photo frame, or anything other than the clock and calendar settings item (page 25) are selected.

Select the time display.

1 Press v/V to select [12hr/24hr display]
Press v/V to select [Date/time settings] and then press.
The Date/time settings screen is displayed.

and then press

2 Press v/V to select [12 hours] or
[24 hours] and then press
The menu screen is closed.

Adjust the date.

1 Press v/V to select [Date] and then
2 Press B/b to select year, month, and
day, and then press v/V to select a value, then press.

Adjust the time.

1 Press v/V to select [Time] and then
2 Press B/b to select hour, minute, and
second, and then press v/V to select a value, then press.

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).

Access lamp Insert Memory Stick Duo into the slot B. Insert xD-Picture Card, SD memory card, or Memory Stick from the top into the slot A.
To remove a memory card Remove the memory card from its slot in the opposite direction from which it was inserted.

Changing the display

Press VIEW MODE.
The view mode screen is displayed.
Press B/b/v/V or VIEW MODE to select the style you want and then press.
Select the group you want.
Group Explanation Displays a slideshow display style. Displays a clock or calendar style.

Clock and calendar

Slideshow
Displays a single image style. Displays a thumbnail list style.
Tip Select the group you want using B/b after moving the cursor to the group area using B/b/ v/V, when you operate the photo frame using the buttons on the photo frame.

Slideshow display

Group Image Style

Single view

Explanation
Images are displayed on a single screen, one after another, with the effect selected in the [Slideshow Settings] menu. Displays multiple images at the same time. Displays images with the present date and time. Displays images, one after another, while showing a calendar. The present date and time is displayed. Displays images with the shooting date and time. The present date and time cannot be displayed. Displays images while randomly switching between a number of different slideshow styles and effects.
Multi image view Clock view Calendar view
Time Machine (DPF-D72 only) Random view
Tips If the power is on, and no memory card is inserted, the images stored in internal memory are displayed. If no images are saved in internal memory, demonstration mode starts automatically. Demonstration mode ends if a button other than 1 (on/standby) is pressed. For details on the playback order in a slideshow display, see page 45.
You can set the interval, effect, listing order, or color effect when you select the slideshow display. Refer to Slideshow Settings (page 45). You can select the single view mode when you press on the photo frame when the image you want appears in the slideshow display. You can use the VIEW MODE button on the photo frame.
Clock and calendar display

Clock 1

Clock 2

Clock 3

Clock 4

Clock 5

Clock 6

Clock 7

Clock 8

Clock 9

Clock 10

Clock 11 (DPF-D72 only)

Calendar 1

Press v/V to select [Marking] and then press. Press v/V to select the mark you want and then press.
Press v/V to select [Mark this image], [Selected images] or [Mark all images] and then press.
If you select [Mark this image], the image currently displayed will be marked and showed in the future. Go to step 7. (This item cannot be selected on the slideshow display.) If you select [Selected images], you can select the image to which you want to attach a mark from the image list. Go to step 6. If you select [Mark all images], the image list is displayed. A check mark is attached
to the check box of all the images. Go to step 7.
Specify the image to which you want to attach a mark from the image list.
About the image list During a search: Displays all the images applicable to the criteria used for the search. Other than during a search: Displays all images in the device. Refer to Searching for an image (Filtering) (DPF-D72 only) (page 39). 1 Press B/b/v/V to select the image to which to attach and then press. A check mark will be attached to the image. Repeat this operation to attach a mark to multiple images at the same time. To cancel the selection, select an images you want to cancel and then press to remove the check mark from the check box. 2 A mark will be attached to the image for which a check mark has been placed in the check box. If a check mark is removed from the check box of an image, the mark will be removed from the image.
[Unmark all images] During a search: Removes a marks from all the images applicable to the criteria specified in the search. Other than during a search: Remove all marks from all images stored on the device displayed.
Note A mark is removed when the power is turned off, or if you remove the memory card if you have attached a mark to an image stored on a memory card. Tips You can select a mark from among 3 types. You can also use the MENU button on the photo frame. You can enlarge or reduce the image when you select the index image display.
The mark is attached to the selected image.
To delete the registration of a mark
Select [Unmark this image] or [Unmark all images] and then press in step 5. You can also cancel the selection when you remove the check mark from the check box. [Unmark this image]: Removes a mark from the image currently displayed. (This item cannot be selected on the slideshow display.)

Searching for an image

(Filtering) (DPF-D72 only)
You can search for an image which is stored in internal memory or on a memory card. You can filter an image using various criteria, such as the date, the folder in which the image is saved, the orientation of the image or mark, etc.
To cancel the search for an image
Press the MENU button when an image is displayed on the screen and then select [Exit search (show all photo)].
To change the criteria for a search
Press the BACK button when an image you searched for is displayed on the screen.

Notes Enlarging an image may reduce the quality depending on the image size. It is not possible to enlarge an image using the buttons on the photo frame.

Rotating an image

Press ROTATE ( control. ) on the remote
Tips The information used to rotate the image is retained even after the power is turned off. You can rotate the image of the index image display.
Each press of the button rotates the image 90 degrees counter-clockwise.
Operate from the menu of the photo frame
Press MENU in single display mode.
(Editing) Advanced operations
Press v/V to select [Rotate] and then press.
The Rotate menu is displayed.
Press v/V to select the direction to rotate and then press.
: Rotates the image 90 degrees clockwise. : Rotates the image 90 degrees counterclockwise.
Press v/V to select [OK] and then press.
Note An enlarged image cannot be rotated.
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.

Set the time setting.

[Simple]
1 Press v/V to select [Auto power ON/
OFF] and then press press.
2 Press v/V to select [Enable] and then 3 Set the auto on/off timer.
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. When using DPF-A72/E72, you can set the auto power function on [Simple] mode only, so skip to step 5.
Press v/V to set the time you want. AM or PM is displayed on the right of the screen when you select [12 hours] on the time display setting. 4 Set the auto ON/OFF day. Press v/V to select the day you want to use this function and then press to check. Press v/V to select [OK] and then press. [Advanced] (DPF-D72 only)
Press v/V to select [Simple] or [Advanced] and then press (DPF-D72 only)
[Simple]: Sets the auto power ON/OFF function finely in one minute increments. [Advanced]: Sets the auto power ON/OFF function according to a day of the week by one hour units.
1 Press B/b/v/V to select the time you
want to use the auto power on/off function. You can set this function according to a day of the week by one hour units. The color of the selected time zone changes to blue after you press. The power supply of the photo frame will be turned on when the blue time zone time occurs. The color of the selected time
zone changes to gray, after you select the blue time zone and then press. The power supply of the photo frame is turned off while it is in the gray time zone.
Tip The power is turned off automatically at the time you set for [Auto power OFF] when you are using the photo frame. The power is turned on automatically at the time you set for [Auto power ON] during the standby mode. 2 Press B/b/v/V to select [OK].

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,.) Language setting Initialize

Setting procedure

Note Only internal memory can be formatted.
Press v/V to select the item you want to change and then press
Tip You can also use the MENU button on the photo frame.
The setting screen of the selected item is displayed.
For example, when [Slideshow Settings] is selected.
This enables you to set each of the items (page 45).
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.
Press v/V to select a setting value and then press.
Each time you press v/V (v/V from the photo frame), 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.

The menu closes.

To reset to factory default settings
Press MENU and then select (Settings) [Initialize] by pressing B/b/v/V. Press v/V to select [Reset] and then press. All adjusted values, except for the clock settings, are reset to the default settings.
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Items to set

Slideshow Settings Auto power ON/OFF
Refer to Enjoying a slideshow (page 29). Sets the timer function which turns the power supply of the photo frame on or off, automatically. You can use this function with the following settings. (.page 42) Simple Power-ON timer Power-OFF timer Advanced (DPF-D72 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.
The following functions are enabled when you press the following buttons after you have set time or date to turn on or off the photo frame automatically. Execute Cancel Reset all Returns to the previous screen after confirming the operation. Returns to the previous screen after cancelling the operation. Deletes all the selected times. Sets the auto power ON/OFF function according to a day of the week by one hour units. Sets the auto power ON/OFF function finely in one minute increments.

Note When you format the media, all the contained files will be deleted.

Cannot open the image.

The photo frame cannot display or open an image file whose format is not supported.

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 The power cannot be turned on. Check item Is the power plug inserted properly? Cause/Solutions c Insert the power plug properly.

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 No images are displayed on the screen. Check item Is a memory card inserted properly? Does the memory card contain images saved with a digital camera or other device? Cause/Solutions c Insert a memory card properly. (.pages 22, 54) c Insert a memory card containing images. c Check the file formats that can be displayed. (.page 59)
Is the file format compatible c A file that is not compatible with DCF with DCF? may not be able to be displayed with the photo frame, even if it can be displayed with a computer.
Images are not played back in the order of shooting date.
Were these images saved c The information on the shooting date may from a computer? be changed or lost when you edit or save Were these images edited on an image file on a computer. a computer?
Symptom Some images are not displayed.
Check item Are the images displayed in the index view?
Cause/Solutions 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. 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. 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. 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. c The photo frame can play, save, delete, or otherwise handle up to 4,999 image files.

When you transport the photo frame, remove the memory card, AC adaptor, and connected cables from the photo frame and put the photo frame and its peripherals in the original box with the protective packaging. If you no longer have the original box and packing parts, use similar packing material so that the photo frame will not be damaged while being transported.

On cleaning

Clean the photo frame with a soft dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzine, which may damage the finish.

On the AC adaptor

Even if your photo frame is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it
On restrictions on duplication
TV programs, films, video tapes, portraits of other people, or other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized use of such materials may infringe the provisions of the copyright law.

About memory cards

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*1:
Type of Memory Stick Memory Stick*2 (Not compatible with MagicGate) Memory Stick*2 (Compatible with MagicGate) MagicGate Memory Stick*2 Memory Stick PRO*2 Memory Stick PRO-HG*2 Memory Stick Micro*3 (M2*4)

Displaying

Deleting/ Saving

OK*5 OK*5 OK*5*6 OK*5

The photo frame supports FAT32. The photo frame has been demonstrated as operable with a Memory Stick with a capacity of 16 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
protection technology developed by Sony using authentication and encryption. The photo frame does not support 8 bit parallel data transfer.

SD 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.)*2 SDHC memory card*3 MMC standard memory card*4 We do not guarantee proper operations for all types of SD memory cards and MMC standard memory cards.

Notes on use

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 M2adaptor, and insert the M2 adaptor into a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, the photo frame may not operate properly. When you format a Memory Stick, use the format function of your digital camera. If you format a Memory Stick with your computer, images may not be displayed properly. When you format a Memory Stick, all the data including protected image files will be erased. To avoid erasing important data by accident, make sure to check the contents of the Memory Stick before formatting. 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.
The photo frame has been demonstrated as operable with an SD memory card with a capacity of 2 GB or smaller. Some commercially available card adaptors have projected terminals on the back. This type of adaptor may not work properly with the photo frame. The photo frame has been demonstrated as operable with an SDHC memory card with a capacity of 32 GB or less. The photo frame has been demonstrated as operable with an MMC standard memory card with a capacity of 2 GB or less.
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.
The photo frame has been demonstrated as operable with an xD-Picture Card with a capacity of 2 GB or less.
The CompactFlash card slot of the photo frame allows you to use the following (DPF-D72 only): CompactFlash Memory Card (Type I/ Type II) and CF+Card (Type I/Type II)compatible CompactFlash Card*6 Microdrive You can also use the Smart Media card by using a commercially available CompactFlash card adaptor*7. However, we do not guarantee proper operations for all types of CompactFlash cards.

: Baseline JPEG with 4:4:4, 4:2:2, or 4:2:0 format : 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 or more may not be displayed properly. Even if the
AC adaptor 18 Accessories 10 Adding to the internal memory 32 Associated file 28 Auto power ON/OFF 42, 45
Memory cards 56 Memory Stick 56 CompactFlash card 58 Notes on use 58 SD memory card 57 xD-Picture Card 57

Write-protect switch 57

Zooming an image in/out 40
Placing in portrait or landscape orientation 15 Playback device 40 Precautions 55
Calendar 21 Changing the settings 43 Cleaning 55 Connecting AC power source 18 Computer 47
Remote control 14 Replacing the battery of the remote control 14 Reset 46 Rotating an image 41
Date/time settings 21, 45 DC IN 5 V 18 Deleting an image 36 Display priority 22
Searching for an image 39 Setting the stand 15 Single view mode 26 Slideshow display 24 Slideshow Settings 31 Color effect 31 Display Mode 31 Effect 31 Interval 31 Shuffle 31 Specifications 59 System Information 46 System requirements Macintosh 47 Windows 47
Error messages 49 Exporting an image 34

Additional Information

Features 9 Format internal memory 46

General Settings 45

Image file size 45 Index image display 27 Initialize 46

Troubleshooting 51

Language setting 46
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Preparing the remote control.

Digital Photo Frame

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.

Turn the photo frame on.

The photo frame is automatically turned on when it is connected to the AC power source. Only when the power is off with the AC adaptor connected to the wall outlet, the step 4 is necessary.

Read This First

Welcome to the Sony DPF-A72/E72/D72 Digital Photo Frame.
This leaflet explains preparations and basic viewing procedures. To enjoy a variety of viewing options or customize your photo frame, please read the operating instructions also supplied.
1 Press 1 (on/standby) button.
The standby indicator turns green and the Sony logo on the front panel lights up.
When using the DPF-E72, the Sony logo does not light up. When you use the auto power on/off function, keep the photo frame connected to the AC power source. If you keep the photo frame disconnected to the AC power source for an extended period of time, the following setting is returned to its factory setting: the setting value of [Date/time settings]

Protective sheet

Preparing the photo frame.
Screw the stand supplied with the photo frame into the screw hole firmly until the stand stops turning (when you use the photo frame as a photo stand).

Set the current time.

4 Set the current time following the guidance on the screen.

1 Press MENU.

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2 Press to select the (Settings) tab. 3 Press to select [Date/time settings] and then press
Checking the contents of the package
Digital photo frame (1) AC adaptor (1)
Connecting to the AC power source.
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.
Insert a memory card into the slot.

Notes

1 Insert a memory card firmly into the corresponding slot.
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. The status of each memory card is as follows.
Operating Instructions (1) Stand (1)
All memory cards have a back-side and front-side, and an insertion direction. Refer to the illustration and insert the memory card while you take note of its shape and the appropriate slot. It may cause malfunction if you insert the card in the wrong direction. Do not insert multiple memory cards into A, B, or CompactFlash card/Microdrive (DPF-D72 only) slots simultaneously. If multiple memory cards are inserted, the photo frame will not work properly.

Remote control (1)

Read This First (this manual) (1)
CompactFlash card (DPF-D72 only) xD-Picture Card
2 The slideshow of the memory card you inserted starts

automatically.

You can enjoy a variety of slideshow styles. ()
Exchangeable panel (2) (DPF-E72 only) Warranty (1) (In some regions, the warranty is not supplied.) To the DC IN 5 V jack DC plug SD memory card
The illustrations in this manual are of the DPF-D72. The DPF-A72/E72 are not equipped with the CompactFlash card/Microdrive slot. The screen displays are also of the DPF-D72 and may be different from those of the DPP-A72/E72.

DC cable

To wall outlet AC adaptor main unit AC plug

Memory Stick

Memory Stick Duo
The displaying screen Let's use various functions
Refer to Changing the display on the operating instruction. Clock and Calendar display Index image display
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.

Refer to Connecting to a computer in the operating instructions.

Press VIEW MODE.

The view mode screen is displayed.
You cannot perform the setting operation of the menu when you display the clock and calendar display.
The listing order of the images is same as the one you selected in [Listing Order] on [General Settings].

Slideshow

Single view mode
Select the group you want.
Press (Clock and calendar), (Slideshow), (Index), or (Single) on the remote. Or press to move the cursor to group area and then press on the photo frame to select the group you want.
The playback order of the images is same as the one you selected in [Listing Order] on [General Settings]. Refer to the Changing the settings in the operating instructions. When you select [Time Machine] in a slideshow mode (DPF-D72 only), the day when the image is shot or the day the file was updated is displayed.
About the display orientation
You can set the photo frame to portrait or landscape orientation by rotating it without moving the stand. You can also use this function when you display the photo frame on the wall.
Setting the Auto display orientation
Various function (Setting using the MENU button)
Adding image to the internal memory
Refer to Adding image to the internal memory in the operating instructions.

2 Press to select the

(Settings) tab.
The image illustration is the view mode screen of the clock and calendar. Slideshow, index, and single has each view mode screen.

Auto power on/off

Select the style you want.
When the photo frame is placed in the portrait orientation, the image is also automatically rotated to its proper orientation.
3 Press to select [General Settings] and press
. Then press to select [ON] in [Auto display orientation] and press.
Refer to Changing the settings of the auto power on/off function in the operating instructions. (This window is displayed only when you are using DPF-D72.)
Press to select the style you want, the press

Changing the settings

Check whether the stand is stable. If the stand is not set properly, the photo frame may fall over. Store the stand in the storage slot when you display the photo frame on the wall. When the photo frame is rotated to the portrait orientation, the Sony logo doesn't light up (DPF-A72/D72 only). The photo frame does not detect and rotate the orientation of images when [General Settings]-[Auto display orientation] on the (Settings) tab is set to [OFF].
Refer to Changing the settings in the operating instructions.