Tao
Digital Photo Frame
User’s Manual
Visit our webpage at
for other products!
TAO Electronics, Inc.
1215 Chrysler Drive
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Phone: 650-326-5000
Fax: 650-326-5828
E-mail: [email protected]
Copyright ©2007 TAO Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
TAO Electronics, Inc. 1215 Chrysler Drive, Menlo Park, CA
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Tao
Tao
Index
A
AC Power Adapter, 5
Adjust the viewing angle, 7
Condensation
· If cold water is poured into a glass, water droplets form on the outside of the glass. This is called
condensation. Condensation may occur on internal operating parts of the product. Condensation
occurs:
· When the product is brought from the outdoors into a warm room, or if it is in a cold room which is
heated quickly.
· If the unit is moved suddenly from an air-conditioned room or car to a hot or humid location.
· Should condensation occur, the product may not operate properly if condensation occurs. Wait 1-2
hours (to allow the internal parts to adjust to the surrounding temperature) before using the product.
· Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen as product damage may result.
· A residual image can appear on the screen after a still image is displayed on the screen for a long
period. The image will disappear after a short time.
· The screen becomes warm during normal operation; this is not a malfunction.
· To clean, use a soft, non-abrasive cloth such as the camera lens cloth to clean the LCD screen.
· If you use an LCD Cleaning Kit, do not apply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Apply
cleaning liquid to the cleaning cloth first, and then clean the screen.
B
Button Functions, 10
C
CAUTION, 2
Cleaning, 2
compatible memory card, 5
Condensation, 2
Connecting to Power, 7
Contact Us, 17
Customer Service, 17
D
Dimensions, 5
Display, 5
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REQUIRED BY THE FCC
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 undesirable operation.
NOTE: 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 instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio elevation 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:
E
Email, 17
ENTER, 11
Environmental Operating Ranges, 5
F
Features, 5
Frame height, 5
Frame stand, 7
Frequently Asked Questions, 15
· 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.
G
Getting Started, 7
I
IMPORTANT, 3
Included Accessories, 5
Inserting Memory Cards, 8
Installing/Replacing Remote Control Battery, 8
Internal memory, 8
Contact:
TAO Electronics, Inc.
J
JPEG format, 7
1215 Chrysler Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94205
(tel) 650-326-5000 (ext 101);
(fax) 650-326-5828;
L
Listening to MP3 Music, 12
Load photos from the computer. 4
M
Memory, 5
Memory card formats, 5
Menu, 8
Music files, 9
Music Repeat, 13
N
Next, 11
Page 18
Copyright ©2007 TAO Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Page 3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Tao
Tao
Quick Start
Power up
7 Contact Us
1. Adjust frame stand. Press the button on the back of the frame stand to adjust
the length of the stand. The viewing angle is approximately 25 degrees in either
direction.
Technical Support
US & Canada
2. Connect the AC adapter and plug it into the wall. The frame should turn on,
displaying photos stored in the internal memory or inserted memory cards.
Email: [email protected]
Toll-Free: (888) 920-0829
3. Press the power button to turn the unit on or off.
Load photos
Customer Service
1. Connect the frame to your computer via USB cable.
US & Canada
Email: [email protected]
Toll-Free: (888) 920-0829
2. From your desktop click “START”, followed by “MY COMPUTER”. The Digital
Picture Frame’s memory will appear as a removable drive.
3. Drag and drop, or copy and paste your photos into the frame’s internal mem-
ory.
International Support and Customer Service
Email: [email protected]
4. You can also search for photos by clicking the “START” button on the bottom
left hand corner of your screen, followed by the “Search” option to the right.
Specify that you want to search for photos, and choose the drive you would
like to search.
Manufactured and distributed by:
TAO Electronics, Inc.
Your Digital Photo Frame is now ready for use!
1215 Chrysler Drive
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Phone: (650) 326-5000
Fax: (650) 326-5828
IMPORTANT!
The TAO digital picture frame supports color JPEG/JPG (RGB) files. Grayscale
JPEG files or progressive JPEG files, altered photos saved under photo editing
format cannot be displayed on this frame.
You can save images of other formats in the RGB JPEG format using your Micro-
soft Paint Program, or other Photo/Paint programs by using the “Save As…” fea-
ture, and choosing either JPG or JPEG as your file type.
Copyright ©2007 TAO Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Page 4
Page 17
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Tao
Tao
6 Frequently Asked Questions
Answer
1 Overview
Thank you for purchasing the TAO Digital Photo Frame. With this product, you will be able to share and
enjoy your favorite digital photos in your home, office, or storefront. Feel free to visit our webpage at
Question
What photo, music, and video
· Photo: RBG JPG / JPEG (grayscale JPG/progressive
formats aresupported bytheJPG not supported)
DigitalPhotoFrame?· Music: MP3
1.1 Features
· Video: Motion JPG.
Our models feature an at-a-glance naming convention to make their basic features easily recognizable:
What memory cards are
· Secure Digital Card™ (SD)
· MultiMedia Card™ (MMC)
•
•
•
•
•
Frame Size)_(LCD Screen Size)_(Internal Memory Size)_ (Frame Style)
compatible with the Digital
Photo Frame?
· Memory Stick® (MS)
Load and display rich color photos in RGB JPEG/JPG format up to 12 megapixel resolution.
Play your favorite songs as background music to your photo slideshows.
· CompactFlash® (CF)
· Extreme Digital ™ (XD) (adaptor required)
Adjust transition time and choose from a variety of transition effects to enhance your presentation.
Rotate and adjust the frame stand to show landscape and portrait style photos.
How do I play music files?
· Use a personal computer and audio editing software to
convert your music to MP3 format.
· Transfer the MP3 file to a memory card or internal mem-
1.2 Included Accessories
· TAO Digital Photo Frame x 1
· Remote control and battery ( Digital Photo Clock: Not applicable ) x 1
· AC Power Adapter x 1
oryr.
How do I transfer photos from
· Connect and power on your digital picture frame to your
PC with the desired memory card inserted.
my memory card into the
· User’s Manual x 1
internal memory?
· The memory card and the internal memory will appear as
1.3 Specifications:
Digital Photo Clock
Screen: 3.5" TFT LCD - 320 x 240
Internal memory: 64 MB
Photos: ~50 (64 1MB photos, 32 2MB photos)
Functions: clock (analog, digital), alarm, digital picture viewer
PC interface: USB port 1.1 (for photo download)
Software: not required
Weight: 1 lb
Dimension: 5" x 4" x 2"
removable hard drives, and you will be able to copy
and paste files from them.
My memory card is not com-
· You should be able to buy a memory card adapter that is
compatible with one of the supported memory cards.
For example, if you own an XD memory card, you
patible with the Digital Photo
Frame. What can I do?
can buy an XD to CF memory card adapter and use
the adapter to connect the Digital Photo Frame to
5x7_5.6”_128MB_style Digital Photo Frames:
Display screen: 5.6" TFT LCD - 320 x 234
Internal memory: 128 MB
Photos: 56 ~ 100 (128 1MB photos, 64 2MB photos)
Memory cards: CFI, CFII, SD, MMC, MS, xD - push/push
Audio: yes ( speaker )
Formats: JPEG, Motion JPEG, MP3.
Frame: Replaceable for any standard 5x7 frame
design: glass cover, double matting
PC interface: USB Host/Slave (2.0, 1.1)
Remote control: yes (RF, radio frequency)
Software: not required
the XD memory card.
Can I insert multiple memory
cards?
· Yes. You are able to have a CF memory card and one
additional supported memory card inserted at the
same time. Use the Card Selection Screen to select
the desired memory card.
What is the maximum photo
size the digital frame can
display?
Does it play all types of video
files?
· The Digital Photo Frame is able to display photos up to
12 mega pixels.
Weight: 2 lb
· No. The device only plays Motion JPG files.
Dimension:10" x 8" x 2.5" ( varies on the design)
Packaging: color box - dimension: 13" x 11.5" x 5.5"
8x10_8”_256MB_style Digital Photo Frames:
Display screen: 8" TFT LCD - 800 x600
Internal memory: 256 MB
Photos: 56 ~ 100 (256 1MB photos, 128 2MB photos)
Memory cards: CFI, CFII, SD, MMC, MS, xD - push/push
Audio: yes ( speaker )
Formats: JPEG, Motion JPEG, MP3.
Frame: Replaceable for any standard 5x7 frame
design: glass cover, double matting.
PC interface: USB Host/Slave (2.0, 1.1)
Remote control: yes (RF, radio frequency)
Weight: 3 lb
Dimension:12" x 14" x 2.5"(varies on design)
Packaging: color box;dimension: 17" x 15" x 6"
What is the best photo reso-
· See the specifications section for the resolution of your
digital photo frame model.
lution displayed on the
screen?
Can I adjust the colors of the
display screen?
No. All color settings are preset at the factory. You can
only adjust the brightness of the screen. All color
editing must be done with photo editing software.
Page 16
Copyright ©2007 TAO Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Page 5
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Tao
Tao
Table of Contents
Small video size on the screen
Black borders appear around the
photo.
· Low video resolution. This is normal since different
Quick Start
..……………………………………..…...
4
digital cameras take photos in varying resolutions
(or pixels).
1 Overview
1.1 Features
1.2 Included Accesories
1.3 Specifications
..……………………………………..…...
5
5
5
5
· Most digital cameras capture video in 320 x 240 or
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
lower resolution. The highest supported resolu-
tion of a photo or video is 640 x 480.
· Use photo editing software on your computer to resize
2 Getting Started
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
..……………………………………..…...
7
7
7
8
8
8
9
9
9
9
the photo to 640 x 480.
2.1 Powering and Connecting
2.2 Adjusting the Viewing Angle
2.3 Remote Control Battery Usage
2.4 Inserting Memory Cards
2.5 Main Menu
· Alternatively, you can turn the Full Screen option in
the Setup Menu to “On” to enlarge photos to fit
full screen dimensions. Differing photo size
ratios may cause distortion of the photo.
2.6 Photo Selection
2.7 Time Settings
2.8 Music Selection
2.9 Video Selection
Screen freezes.
· Unplug the power cord from the back of the unit mo-
mentarily and reinsert the cord.
Unable to turn unit off.
3 Operation
..……………………………………..…...
9
Music always plays during slide-
show mode.
·
You can turn music off under the “MP3” menu selec-
3.1 Frame Button Functions
3.2 Remote Control Functions
3.3 Listening to MP3 Music/Audio
3.4 Viewing Videos
…………………………………………… 10
..……………………………………..…… 11
..……………………….……………….… 12
..……………………………………..…… 12
……………..…………………..………… 12
tion, or lower the volume under the “Setup” menu
selection to turn the volume off.
3.5 Time and Calendar Settings
4 Advanced Settings
4.1 Setup Menu
4.2 Slide Interval
4.3 Show Time
4.4 Show Calendar
4.5 Music Repeat
4.6 Aspect
..………………………………………….. 13
…………………………………………… 13
..……………………………………..…… 13
..……………………….……………….… 13
..……………………………………..…… 13
……………..…………………..………… 13
..……………………………………..…… 13
……………..…………………..………… 13
4.7 Volume
5 Troubleshooting
..………………………………………….. 15
………………………………..………….. 17
..………………………………………….. 18
6 Frequently Asked Questions
7 Contact Us
Copyright ©2007 TAO Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Page 6
Page 15
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Tao
Tao
2 Getting Started
5 Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
2.1 Powering and Connecting
Digital Picture Frame
· The power cord to the unit is not securely inserted.
doesn’t power on.
•
•
Remove the protective film covering the LCD screen by lifting the pull tab.
· Make sure you connect the AC adapter to the frame properly.
When you connect the AC adapter to the frame and power
Plug the included AC Power Adapter into the frame, and then into a standard
110-220 volt AC electrical outlet.
up the unit, even without a memory card, you should see a
•
Power on the Digital Photo Frame by pressing the power button on the remote
control or the frame.
blank white screen. If you don’t see the lit screen, check if
the power is connected to the Digital Picture Frame and
make sure it is securely attached.
· Memory card is not inserted correctly.
Files do not display.
· Verify that the way you inserted the card is correct. Make sure
the front label of the memory card is facing AWAY from
you. Do not force the memory card into the slot.
· Make sure there is at least one supported photo, music, or
video file on the memory card.
· Compatible Photo format: JPEG, JPG
Figure 1
Powering Unit
· Compatible Music format: MP3
· Compatible Video formats: Motion JPG.
•
•
If there are photos stored in the internal memory or on an inserted memory
card, a slideshow will begin.
Photo or thumbnails do
not appear after select-
ing the Thumbnail
· The digital frame is compatible with the JPEG file format only.
The device does not support TIFF, BMP, GIF, etc.
If the internal memory does not have stored photos, you will be prompted with
the main menu.
Selection Screen.
· There are variations of the JPEG file (progressive, and gray
scale). This frame will not play these two JPEG variations.
5x7, 8x10 frames: See above.
Photo Clock: Memory card functions not applicable.
Incompatible file.
·
If you alter / edit the photo with application such as Photo-
shop, the file type to the format of the editing software.
This maycausethe“incompatible”filemessage.
2.2 Adjusting the Viewing Angle
·
Use the “Save As” feature and select either JPG or JPEG from
The digital LCD panel has a viewing angle of approximately 25 degrees in either
direction. You can achieve a better viewing angle by adjusting the frame stand
height.
the drop down menu below the file name box. This option
may vary by program, and it is recommended that you
consult your photo editing software manual.
· When you rename your photo, try to avoid using punctuation,
•
•
Extend the frame stand to a position for greatest stability.
spaces, and special characters. This will prevent the
Extend or retract the strand by pushing the tab on the stand, and adjusting the
length.
frame from believing that the photo is of a different file
type.
•
Release the tab to lock the frame into position.
Video file is choppy.
· Memory card speed is slow.
5x7, 8x10 frames: See above.
Photo Clock: Not applicable.
Video does not play
properly.
· Make sure you use a high-speed memory card to play video
files.
Page 14
Copyright ©2007 TAO Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Page 7
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Tao
Tao
4 Advanced Settings
2.3 Remote Control Battery Usage
4.1 Setup Menu
•
•
•
•
Place the remote control buttons facing down.
Press the tabs against each other, and pull out the battery tray.
•
To enter the setup menu select the “Setup” option from the main menu using the arrow
buttons and play/enter.
Place one CR2025 lithium battery on the tray with the “+” side facing up.
Reinsert the tray.
4.2 Slide Interval
•
•
This option allows you to choose the time in between photos during your slide show.
You are able to choose a transition speed of either 5, 10, 30, or 60 seconds between
photos.
•
The factory setting transition speed is 5 seconds.
Figure 2
Battery Replacement
4.3 Show Time
5x7, 8x10 frames: See above.
Photo Clock: Not applicable.
•
•
This option allows you to turn the digital clock on or off.
The factory setting is “OFF”.
2.4 Inserting Memory Cards
4.4 Show Calendar
•
•
Insert any compatible memory card with the front label facing the rear of the
frame. Do not force the memory card into the memory card slot.
•
•
This option allows you to turn the calendar on or off.
The factory setting is “OFF”.
If you cannot easily insert the memory card, you may have inserted it incor-
rectly. The frame should detect the memory card automatically and display
images from the card, rather than the internal memory.
4.5 Music Repeat
•
The Digital Photo Frame is compatible with the following memory card for-
mats:
•
•
•
•
•
This options allows you to change the music playback mode.
Secure Digital Card ™(SD)
Multi Media Card ™(MMC)
Memory Stick ® (MS)
Compact Flash ® (CF)
“All” will play all of the songs, and then loop to the first song.
“One” will loop the selected song repeatedly.
“None” will play the song once only.
Extreme Digital ™(XD) (adapter required) USB Flash Drive
The factory setting is, “All”
5x7, 8x10 frames: See above.
Photo Clock: Not applicable.
4.6 Aspect
•
•
•
This option allows you to change the aspect ratio.
2.5 Main Menu.
You can choose either 4:3, or 16:9.
The factory setting is 4:3.
•
When selecting items on your Digital Photo frame, you have two options:
•
•
Use the arrow buttons on your remote control, and press enter.
Use the arrow buttons your frame, and press play/pause.
4.7 Volume
•
•
Press either the “Exit” button on your remote, or the menu button on your
frame to cycle to the main menu.
•
•
This option allows you to change the speaker volume.
You can choose a numerical value where higher numbers are louder and lower numbers
are softer.
Here you will be able to select photos, set the time, play music, or change
advanced settings.
•
The factory setting is 6.
Copyright ©2007 TAO Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Page 13
Page 8
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Tao
Tao
3.3 Listening to MP3 Music/Audio
•
•
•
MP3 files are a popular audio format commonly used with digital music. Your sound file
must be saved in MP3 format to play on your digital photo frame.
Factory settings allow for MP3 audio files to be played in the background of your slide
show.
If you would like to play a specific song:
•
•
•
From the main menu, select the “Mp3” option, and press play/enter.
Select your desired audio/music file from the list, and press play/enter.
If the file does not play, check the volume setting of your frame.
5x7, 8x10 frames: See above.
Photo Clock: Not applicable.
Figure 4
Main Menu
2.6 Photo Selection
3.4 Viewing Videos
•
•
•
Select “Reading Photo” from the Main Menu and a list of thumbnails will ap-
pear.
•
Motion JPEG files are a popular video format commonly used with digital video. Your
video file must be saved in Motion JPEG format to play on your digital photo frame.
Factory settings allow for Motion JPEG video files to play sequentially in a loop format.
If you would like to play a specific video:
•
•
You can browse through the thumbnails and press enter/play to select a sin-
gle photo, and press enter/play to start a slideshow.
You must have at least one jpg photo on the storage device to be able to
access the thumbnail menu.
•
•
From the main menu, select the “Reading Photo” option, and press play/
enter.
Select your desired video file from the list, and press play/enter. The video
will be shown as a preview image of your video.
2.7 Time Settings
•
•
If the file does not play, check the video file format.
•
•
Select “Time” from the Main Menu and a list of time settings will appear.
If the sound does not play, check the volume setting of your frame.
You can select a time or date to change using the previous/next buttons or the
arrow buttons, and use the play/pause button, or the enter button to confirm.
5x7, 8x10 frames: See above.
Photo Clock: Not applicable.
•
•
Once you have made your selection, the arrow keys will cycle through numeri-
cal values, and the enter button will confirm your selection.
Here you will also be able to set a time for your Alarm clock.
3.6 Time and Calendar Settings
2.8 Music Settings
•
•
There are a variety of display overlay possibilities with the time and date and your
digital photo collection.
•
•
Select “MP3” from the Main Menu and a list of songs will appear.
If you would like to set the date or time:
You can use the arrow buttons or the previous/next buttons to change your
song selection, and the enter button or the play/pause button to play.
•
•
From the main menu, select the “Time” option, and press play/enter.
•
You can change the volume, and the playback settings in the Setup menu
Use the arrow keys to select what you would like to adjust, and press the
enter button to confirm.
•
Use the arrow buttons to change the time, and press the enter button again to
confirm.
Copyright ©2007 TAO Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Page 9
Page 12
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Tao
Tao
3.2 Remote Control Functions
3 Operation
3.1 Frame Buttons Functions
Figure 7
Remote Control
1) Exit Button:
2) Enter Button:
Returns to the previous screen.
Press to confirm selection, or start/stop music or
slideshows. This button also allows you to cycle
through slideshow play modes.
Moves the selection up.
Figure 5
5x7_5.6”_128_style frames
Figure 6
8x10_8”_256_style frames
3) Up Button:
4) On/Off Button:
5) Left Button:
Turns the frame on or off.
Moves the selection to the left.
Moves the selection to the right.
Moves the selection down.
Toggles the thumbnail screen.
Deletes the current selection.
Toggles the slideshow on or off.
Saves current photo to internal memory.
Lowers volume.
6) Right Button:
7) Down Button:
8) Thumb Button:
9) Delete Button:
10) Slide Show Button:
11) Copy Button:
12) Vol – Button:
13) Vol + Button:
14) Mp3 Button:
Raises volume.
Toggles the MP3 screen.
Figure 7
Photo Clock
1) Power Button. Press to turn your frame on or off.
2) Previous Button. Press to change selection, or view previous photo.
3) Play/Pause Button. Press to confirm selection, or start/stop slideshow.
4) Next Button. Press to change selection, or view next photo.
5x7, 8x10 frames: See above.
Photo Clock: Not applicable.
5) Menu Button. Press to view the thumbnail screen, or the main menu.
Copyright ©2007 TAO Electronics, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Page 11
Page 10
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
|