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Sony DPF-V1000 Operating Instructions Manual

Digital photo frame 10.2" lcd w/ hdmi output
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Digital Photo
Frame
DPF-X800/X1000
DPF-V800/V1000
Operating Instructions
Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly and
retain it for future reference.
Owner's 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-X800/X1000, DPF-V800/V1000
Serial No. ________________________
© 2009 Sony Corporation
4-129-218-12 (2)
Before operation
Basic operations
Advanced operations
Using an external device
(with Bluetooth)
Using an external device
(with a computer)
Error messages
Troubleshooting
Additional information

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  • Page 1: Digital Photo Frame

    Owner’s 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-X800/X1000, DPF-V800/V1000 Serial No. ________________________ ©...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    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.

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DPF-X800 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 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...
  • Page 4 Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108- 0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.

  • Page 5: On Trademarks And Copyrights

    Sony shall assume no responsibility for any accidental or consequential damages or loss of the recording contents which may be caused by use or malfunction of the digital photo frame or memory card. Notes on LCD screen • Do not press against the LCD screen. The screen may be discolored and that may cause a malfunction.

  • Page 6: Notice For Users

    CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL, THE SOFTWARE OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF. Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without notice. The software described herein may also be governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Before operation Enjoying your photo frame in various ways ...9 Features ...10 Checking included items ...12 Identifying the parts ...12 Basic operations Preparing the remote control ...16 Setting the stand ...17 To display the photo frame on the wall ...18 Connecting to the AC power source ...19...
  • Page 8 Using an external device (with Bluetooth) Connecting to a Bluetooth device ...67 Using an external device (with a computer) Connecting to a computer ...69 System requirements ... 69 Connecting to a computer to exchange images ... 69 Disconnecting your computer ... 70 Error messages If an error message appears ...71 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 9: Before Operation

    Before operation Enjoying your photo frame in various ways The Sony DPF-X800/X1000, DPF-V800/V1000 is a digital photo frame for easily displaying images taken with a digital camera or other device, without using a computer. Continued...

  • Page 10: Features

    Features x Support for various memory cards* Supports various memory cards and other devices, such as a “Memory Stick”, CompactFlash card, SD memory card, xD- Picture Card, and USB memory. Just insert a memory card removed from a digital camera or other device, and you will be able to view the images immediately.
  • Page 11 x CreativeEdit function You can create original images using the “Scrapbook,” “Calendar setting,” “Frame” or “Superimpose/Stamp” features. (.page 48) x Search function You can search for images by event, folder, image direction, and mark. (.page 44) x Auto Touch-up features You can enjoy beautiful images enhanced by automatic corrections of backlight, focus, red-eye, skin smoothing, and white balance.

  • Page 12: Checking Included Items

    Checking included items Make sure that the following items are included. • Digital photo frame (1) • Stand (1) • Card slot cover (1) • Connector cover (1) • Remote control (1) • AC adaptor (1) • AC power cord (1) •...
  • Page 13 Rear A EXT INTERFACE connector (.page 67) You can transfer images wirelessly from a BLUETOOTH™ compatible mobile phone or digital camera by connecting a Bluetooth adaptor (optional: DPPA-BT1). You can also connect a digital camera, USB memory, or photo storage compatible with USB mass storage.
  • Page 14 S Buzzer T Brightness sensor U Card slot cover V Holes for hanging unit on the wall (.page 18) W Space for storing the stand X Connector cover...
  • Page 15 Remote control A Auto Touch-up button (.page 45) B VIEW MODE button (.page 26) C SLIDE-SHOW ( ) button (.page 26) D INDEX ( ) button (.page 26) This button switches from the single view mode to the index image display. E SINGLE ( ) button (.page 26)

  • Page 16: Basic Operations

    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.

  • Page 17: Setting The Stand

    • 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. •...

  • Page 18: To Display The Photo Frame On The Wall

    • 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...

  • Page 19: Connecting To The Ac Power Source

    • 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. • Store the stand in the place provided when you hang the photo frame on the wall.
  • Page 20 • After use, remove the AC adaptor from the DC IN 8.4 V jack of the photo frame, and remove the AC power cord from the outlet. • Even if your photo frame is turned off, AC power (house current) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet via the AC adaptor.
  • Page 21 Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world. A Type B Type BF Type (American (British Type) Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in this chart. Depend on an area, Different type of plug and supply voltage are used. Attention: Power cord meeting demands from each country shall be used.
  • Page 22 Oceania Countries/regions Australia New Zealand North America Countries/regions Canada Central America Countries/regions Bahamas Costa Rica Cuba Dominican (rep) El Salvador Guatemala Honduras Jamaica Mexico Nicaragua Panama South America Countries/regions Argentina Brazil Chile Colombia Peru Venezuela Middle East Countries/regions Iran Iraq Israel Saudi Arabia Turkey...

  • Page 23: Turning The Photo Frame On

    Turning the photo frame When the power switch is set to When the power switch is set to on, the standby indicator turns green and the Sony logo on the front panel lights up. When the power switch is set to Press 1 (on/standby) on the photo frame or remote control to turn on the power.

  • Page 24: Setting The Current Time

    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. Press MENU. The menu screen is displayed. Press B/b to select the (Settings) tab.

  • Page 25: Inserting A Memory Card

    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.

  • Page 26: Changing The Display

    • The photo frame can display JPEG image files compatible with DCF format or RAW files taken by a Sony digital camera. Any other file (such as files made or edited using a computer or RAW files taken by digital cameras other than a Sony digital camera, etc.) may not be displayed.
  • Page 27 Press B/b/v/V or VIEW MODE to select the style you want and then press...

  • Page 28: Slideshow Display

    Slideshow display Group Image Style Single view Slideshow Multi image view Clock view Calendar view Time Machine Scrap-book Creative Random 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.
  • Page 29 Tips • If the power is on, and no memory card is inserted, and no device is connected, 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.

  • Page 30: Clock And Calendar Display

    Clock and calendar display Clock1 Clock2 Clock6 Clock7 Clock11 Calendar1 Calendar2 Lunar Calendar Arabic Calendar (when you select (when you select [Simplified [Arabic] in Chinese] in [Language setting]) [Language setting]) Note You can select only the (Settings) tab when the Clock and calendar display is displayed.

  • Page 31: Single View Mode

    Single view mode Group Image Style Entire image Fit to screen Entire image (with Exif) Fit to screen (with Exif) Tips • If the power is on, and no memory card is inserted, and no device is connected, the images stored in internal memory are displayed.

  • Page 32: Index Image Display

    Index image display Group Image Style Index 1 Index Index 2 Index 3 Note During TV output, the number of images displayed on the TV in the index image display varies depending on your TV's screen size. Tips • A thumbnail is a small-sized image for index use that is recorded in the pictures taken by a digital camera.

  • Page 33: About The Information Display

    About the information display The following information is displayed. Display type – Entire image – Fit to screen – Entire image (with Exif) – Fit to screen (with Exif) Image display order/Total number of images Input indications for an image are displayed. Icons Meaning “Memory Stick”...

  • Page 34: Advanced Operations

    Advanced operations Enjoying a slideshow You can display images stored in the internal memory or on a memory card, one after another, automatically. The slideshow starts from the last image that was displayed the previous time, if you set the power switch to OFF in the standby mode, or turn the photo frame to ON from the standby mode.
  • Page 35 • When the screen is too bright, it may make you feel nauseous. Be careful that you do not make the brightness settings too bright when you use the photo frame. You can also use the VIEW MODE button on the photo frame.
  • Page 36 Item Setting Slideshow Interval Settings Effect Shuffle Color effect Display Mode Description Set a value from 3 sec., 7 sec.*, 20 sec., 1 min., 5 min., 30 min., 1 hour, 3 hours, 12 hours, 24 hours for the interval between images. Note An image may not switch at the intervals you set on the menu, depending on the style of the slideshow.

  • Page 37: Refresh Mode

    Refresh mode Due to one of the characteristics of the device, images stored for a long time or read many times may be subject to data error when read too often. This photo frame refreshes the internal memory automatically to prevent these errors, depending on the status of the internal memory.
  • Page 38 Slideshow display Index image display Press v/V to select [Add this image], [Selected images] or [Add all images] and then press If you select [Add this image], the image currently displayed is added to the album. Go to step 4. (This item cannot be selected on the slideshow display.) If you select [Selected images], you can select the image you want to add from the...

  • Page 39: Exporting An Image

    Press when the confirmation screen is displayed. Notes • Images in the internal memory cannot be added to the album. • Do not turn off the power, remove the memory card, or disconnect the external device while an image is being added.
  • Page 40 Specify the image to export 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 the image list of the album on the screen. Refer to “Searching for an image (Filtering)”...

  • Page 41: Deleting An Image

    Deleting an image Press MENU when an image is displayed on the screen. The menu is displayed. Press B/b to select the tab. The screen used for editing is displayed. Press v/V to select [Delete] and then press Press v/V to select [Delete this image], [Selected images] or [Delete all images] and then press If you select [Delete this image], the...

  • Page 42: Registering A Mark

    Tips • 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. Registering a mark You can produce a slideshow only with images which have been selected beforehand and have been marked.
  • Page 43 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.

  • Page 44: Searching For An Image (Filtering)

    Searching for an image (Filtering) 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 event, the folder in which the image is saved, the orientation of the image or mark, etc.

  • Page 45: Specifying The Playback Device

    Specifying the playback device You can specify the memory card or external device to be displayed. Press MENU. The menu is displayed. Press B/b to select the device) tab. The screen used for selecting a device is displayed. Insert the device at this point during the procedure if the device you want to use cannot be selected.
  • Page 46 Press v/V to select the method used to save the image. If you select [Save as new image], the image is saved as a new image. When you select [Overwrite], the image is overwritten. A confirmation screen is displayed when you select [Overwrite]. Go to step 7.

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Image Size And Position

    Adjusting the image size and position Enlarging/reducing an image You can enlarge or reduce an image in single view mode. To enlarge an image, press (zoom in) on the remote control. To reduce an enlarged image, press (zoom out). Each press of the button enlarges the image further.

  • Page 48: Using The Creativeedit Function

    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. Using the CreativeEdit function You can enjoy decorated images using the CreativeEdit function.
  • Page 49 Select an image. When you select a template with multiple images, repeat the procedures below to select an image for each area. Image area Press /b/v/V to select an image area, then press The index view is displayed. Press /b/v/V to select the desired image, then press The window used for adjusting the image is displayed.
  • Page 50 Items Procedures Select the desired stamp with B/b/v/V, and then press Saves the edited image on a memory card, external device, or in internal memory. Finishes the making Scrapbook. x Superimposing a stamp Press B/b to select then press The window used for selecting a stamp is displayed.

  • Page 51: Making A Calendar

    Select a font. Press B/b/v/V to select [FONT] and then press repeatedly until the desired font appears. You can select from 5 fonts: Gothic, rounded Gothic, Italic, rounded Italic, and hand-writing-style. Note You cannot specify multiple fonts for a sequence of characters input. All the lines of characters are input in the identical font.
  • Page 52 Set the calendar. Press /b/v/V to select the calendar area and press The calendar setting window is displayed. Press v/V to select the item that you want to set, and then press Item Settings/Procedures Start Y/M Set the first month and the year starting the calendar.

  • Page 53: Superimposing A Message On An Image

    Superimposing a message on an image To superimpose handwritten characters or an illustration, draw them with a black ink pen on a sheet of white paper, shoot them with a digital camera, and save the image on a memory card. On the history of handwritten characters or illustrations A total of 12 handwritten illustrations or input...
  • Page 54 If necessary, trim the image. When you do not want to trim an image, press To specify the trimmed portion Press /b/v/V to select tool, and press Press /b/v/V to move the cursor to the position that you want to specify as the beginning point of the trimmed area, then press Repeat the same procedures to specify...

  • Page 55: Adding A Frame

    Adding a frame From the CreativeEdit menu (page 48), press B/b/v/V to select (Frame) and then press The Frame templates are displayed. Press B/b/v/V to select the desired frame, then press The index view is displayed. Press B/b/v/V to select the desired image, then press The image adjustment window is displayed.

  • Page 56: Changing The Settings Of The Auto Power On/Off Function

    Changing the settings of the auto power on/off function The timer function to turn the photo frame on/ off automatically can be set. Main power needs to be switched ON for this function. Press MENU. The menu is displayed. Press B/b to select the (Settings) tab.

  • Page 57: Using The Alarm Function

    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. The power is turned off automatically at the time you set for [Auto power OFF] when you are using the photo frame.

  • Page 58: Setting The Time To Be Alarmed

    You can change the following settings. • Slideshow Settings • Image Quality • Alarm Setting • 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.
  • Page 59 Press v/V to select the item you want to change and then press The setting screen of the selected item is displayed. For example, when [Slideshow Settings] is selected. Press v/V to select the item you want to change and then press This enables you to set each of the items (page 60).

  • Page 60: Items To Set

    Items to set Item Setting Slideshow Refer to “Enjoying a slideshow” (page 34). Settings Image Quality Picture mode AUTO TOUCH-UP Setting Alarm Setting Sets the specific time for an alarm. (.page 57) Auto power Sets the timer function which turns the power supply of the photo frame on or off, ON/OFF automatically.
  • Page 61 TV's input automatically to its video mode so that the images are displayed, and operating the photo frame with the TV's remote control. ON*/OFF: You can set whether the photo frame's Sony logo lights or not. Displays the version of the firmware of the photo frame. Memory...
  • Page 62 Item Setting Language Sets the display language on the LCD screen. setting Japanese, English*, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Dutch, Portuguese, Arabic, Persian, Hungarian, Polish, Czech, Thai, Greek, Turkish, Malay, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish Note Default language setting may vary in some regions.

  • Page 63: Connecting To A High Definition Tv To View Images

    “PhotoTV HD” is a function for expressing subtle textures and color tones in high definition, giving the appearance of real photos. You can combine Sony devices that support “PhotoTV HD” together to enjoy photos at beautiful full HD quality. You can...
  • Page 64 Notes • We cannot guarantee operation with all types of televisions. • When the remote control of your Sony TV is equipped with a link menu button, you can use the remote control to operate the photo frame. Otherwise, you cannot use a TV remote control to operate the photo frame.
  • Page 65 What is “BRAVIA Sync” The “BRAVIA Sync” is a name of a feature of Sony products that uses the HDMI control signals and enables you to control linked operations of a “BRAVIA Sync”-ready product from a BRAVIA control unit.

  • Page 66: Operating An External Device Connected To The Photo Frame

    • Do not disconnect the USB cable or turn the photo frame and external device off while the access lamp on the external device is flashing. Doing so may damage the data stored on the external device. Sony assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss of data.

  • Page 67: Using An External Device (With Bluetooth)

    Using an external device (with Bluetooth) Connecting to a Bluetooth device You can connect a Bluetooth adaptor (optional) to the EXT INTERFACE connector of the photo frame and transfer images from a Bluetooth compatible mobile phone or other device. The transferred images are saved in internal memory.
  • Page 68 • We cannot guarantee that this product works with all devices enabled with Bluetooth wireless technology. • Sony cannot assume any responsibility for any information leakage that may be caused by the use of Bluetooth communications. • Sony cannot accept responsibilities for any failure...

  • Page 69: Using An External Device (With A Computer)

    • The photo frame has been demonstrated as operable when connected to PC or Sony digital photo printer. When other devices are connected to the photo frame, these devices may not recognize the internal memory of the photo frame.

  • Page 70: Disconnecting Your Computer

    Move the cursor in this window and right click, and then click [New] - [Folder]. Name this new folder. In this manual, the folder name “sony” is used as an example. Double click to open this “sony” folder. Open the folder that contains the...

  • Page 71: Error Messages

    Error messages If an error message appears If an error occurs, one of the following error messages may be displayed on the LCD screen of the photo frame. Follow the corresponding solution below to solve the problem. Error message No Memory Stick. / No CompactFlash card.
  • Page 72 Error message Error reading the Memory Stick. / Error reading the CompactFlash card. / Error reading the SD Memory Card. / Error reading the xD-Picture Card. / Error reading the External Device. Write error in the Memory Stick. / Write error in the CompactFlash card.

  • Page 73: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If trouble occurs Before submitting the photo frame for repair, try using the following guidance to solve the problem. If the problem persists, consult with your Sony dealer or Sony service facilities. Power supply Symptom Check item The power cannot •...
  • Page 74 Symptom Check item Some images are • Are the images displayed in not displayed. the index view? • Does the mark displayed below appear in the index view? • Were the images created with an application on a computer? • Does the mark displayed below appear in the index view? •...

  • Page 75: Saving And Deleting Images

    Symptom Check item The file name is • Did you rename the file with not displayed a computer or other device? properly. Blank areas appear • Is the image extremely tall or at the top and wide? bottom. Saving and deleting images Symptom Check item Cannot save an...

  • Page 76: Photo Frame

    Symptom Check item Cannot delete an • Is the memory card write- image. protected? • Is the write-protect switch of the memory card in the [LOCK] position? • Are you using a “Memory Stick-ROM”? • Is this image protected? An image was deleted accidentally.

  • Page 77: Remote Control

    Remote control Symptom Check item Nothing happens • Is the battery inserted in the even if you operate remote control properly? the remote control. Cause/Solutions c Replace the battery. (.page 16) c Insert a battery. (.page 16) c Insert a battery in the proper orientation. (.page 16) c Point the top end of the remote control towards the remote sensor on the photo...

  • Page 78: Additional Information

    Additional information Precautions Safety • Be careful not to set or drop any heavy objects on the power cord, or to damage the power cord in any way. Never operate this photo frame with a damaged power cord. • Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the photo frame and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

  • Page 79: Restrictions On Duplication

    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.

  • Page 80: Sd Memory Card

    Sony using authentication and encryption. The photo frame does not support 8 bit parallel data transfer. Notes on use • For the latest information on the “Memory Stick” types that the photo frame supports, see the “Memory Stick” compatibility information on the Sony web site: http://www.memorystick.com/en/support/...

  • Page 81: Notes On Using A Memory Card

    • CompactFlash Memory Card (Type I/ Type II) and CF+Card (Type I/Type II)- compatible CompactFlash Card • Microdrive You can also use the Smart Media card by using a commercially available CompactFlash card adaptor However, we do not guarantee proper operations for all types of CompactFlash cards.
  • Page 82 Specifications x Photo frame LCD screen LCD panel: DPF-X1000: 10.2 inches, TFT active matrix DPF-X800: 8.0 inches, TFT active matrix DPF-V1000: 10.2 inches, TFT active matrix DPF-V800: 8.0 inches, TFT active matrix Total number of dots: DPF-X1000: 1,843,200 (1024 × 3(RGB) × 600) dots DPF-X800: 1,152,000 (800 ×...
  • Page 83 Power consumption Model in operation mode DPF-X1000, at the maximum load V1000 normal mode* DPF-X800, at the maximum load V800 normal mode* * The definition of the normal mode is a status which allows the performance of a slideshow using images stored in the internal memory with the default settings without inserting a memory card or connecting an external device.
  • Page 84 : Approximate number is shown when the images taken by 2 000 000 pixels equivalent camera are saved. The value may vary depending on the shooting condition. Customer support home page The latest support information is available at the following home page address: http://www.sony.net/...

  • Page 85: Index

    Index AC adaptor 19 Accessories 12 Adding to the internal memory 37 Alarm 57, 60 Associated file 33 Auto power ON/OFF 60 Auto power on/off 56 Auto Touch-up 45 Bluetooth 67 Calendar 24 Changing the settings 58 Cleaning 78 Connecting Computer 69 External device 66 TV 63...
  • Page 88 Printed using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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