TAO 89350 User manual

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digital photo Frame
5x7 INCH DIGITAL PHOTO FRAME
Digital Frame User Guide
Please Read This First
This guide explainshow to prepare the Digital Photo Frameand
use its basic features
The Components
Preparation
Menus and Settings
Loading Photos (PC)
FOR USE WITH MODELS SKU#
89350~89369

Flowchart and Reference Guides
The following guides andsupport are available. Refer to
them as necessary according to the flowchart below
Forinformation on included
itemsanditemssold separately
The Components Guide
Preparations
Basic hardware preparation, func-
tionsandsettings..
MenusandSettings
Loading Photos/Files
Frequently Asked Questions
Handling precautions, refer-
ences to variousslideshow and
media functions
Troubleshooting
Packaging Exterior
Basic Manual
TAO Website
Basic Manual
TAO Website
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Index
A
Alarm ON/OFF 10
AspectRatio 16
Auto On/OFF 11, 12
B
Buttons3
C
Calendar Settings8
Clock/Calendar 14
Compatible Files 4
Components 4
Contact27
Custom Frames 21
D
Date 8
Deleting Photos23
Display Setting 16
L
Loading Photos26-27
M
Mac 27
Main Menu 6
Memory Cards 20
Music Menu 19
Music Repeat 15
O
Off 6
On 6
Other Products 28
P
PC Software 26
Photo Screen 18
Power 6
Preparation 7-9
R
Remote Control22
Rotate 23
S
Safety 26
Slideshow Speed 13
Support 27
T
TechSupport 27
Thumbnail View 18
Time9
Transition Speed 13
U
USB Flash Drive20
V
VolumeSettings17
W
Windows26

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Digital Photo Keychain
Holds 100 photos
1.5” Display OLED
Rechargable Lithium Battery
4 differentmodels
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Digital Photo Frame(8x10 style)
256MB Internal Memory
8” Display
10 differentmodels
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The Components Guide
Front View
A. Display Screen
Back View
1. ToolButton
2. NextButton
3. Play/Pause
4. PreviousButton
5. On/Off Button
6. A/C Adapter Slot
7. USB Flash DriveSlot
8. PC connection Slot
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Overview & Specifications
Features
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• Load anddisplay richcolorphotosin RGB
JPEG/JPG format up to 12 megapixel resolution.
• Play yourfavorite songsas backgroundmusic to
yourphoto slideshows.
• Display androtate photosas full screen stills,
automated slide shows, oras adynamic split-
screen slide show.
• Rotate andadjust the framestandto show land-
scapeandportrait style photos.
• Display the timeandcalendar as an overlay to
yourfavorite photos.
Specifications
Display screen: 5.6" TFT LCD - 320 x 234
Internal memory: 128 MB
Photos: 56 ~ 100
Memory cards: CFI, CFII, SD, MMC, MS
Audio: yes (speaker )
Formats: JPEG, Motion JPEG, MP3.
Frame: Replaceable forany standard 5x7 frame
PC interface: USB Host/Slave(2.0, 1.1)
Remote control: yes (RF, radio frequency)
Software: notrequired
Weight: 2 lb
Dimension:10" x 8" x 2.5" (varies on the design)
Includes: AC adaptor, remote, USB cable, user'smanual
Warranty: 1 year Domestic RMA
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Contact
Contact
Contact
Technical Support
US & Canada
Email: [e-mail]
Toll-Free: [phone]
Web: www.taoelectronics.com
Customer Service
US & Canada
Email: [e-mail]
Toll-Free: [phone]
Web: www.taoelectronics.com
International Support and Customer Service
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.taoelectronics.com
Manufactured and distributed by:
TAO Electronics, Inc.
1215 Chrysler Drive
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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Safety Precautions
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION REQUIRED BY THE FCC
This devicecomplies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the
following two conditions: (1)this devicemay notcause harmfulinterference; and
(2)this devicemust acceptany interferencereceived, including interferencethat
may cause undesirable operation.
NOTE: This equipmenthas been tested andfoundto comply with the limits fora
Class B digital device, pursuantto Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterferencein a
residential installation. This equipmentgenerates, uses, andcan radiate radio
frequency energy and, if notinstalled andused in accordancewith the instruc-
tions, may cause harmfulinterferenceto radio elevation reception, whichcan be
determined by turning the equipmentoff andon. The user is encouraged to try
to correctthe interferenceby oneormore of the following measures:
· Reorientorrelocate the receiving antenna.
· Increase the separation between the equipmentandreceiver.
· Connectthe equipmentinto an outlet on acircuit differentfrom that to whichthe
receiver is connected.
· Consult the dealer oran experienced radio/TV technician forhelp.
WARNING-- To reduce the riskof fire,electrical shock, or serious personal injury:
· Keep the productandall its parts andaccessories outof the reachof small children.
· Do notexpose productto water orother liquids.
· Do notleavethe unit unattended while it is in use. Alwaysunplug the AC Power Adapter from the
electrical outlet when the unit is notin use.
· Do notplacethis productin abuilt-in installation suchas abookcase orrack unless proper ventila-
tion is provided orunless advised in the manufacturer’sinstructions.
· Only operate this productfrom the typeof power sourceindicated on the marking label. If you are
notsure of the typeof power supply to yourhome, consult yourproductdealer orlocal power
company.
· Do notopen the case; there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Opening the case will void your
warranty.
· Do notuse attachments notrecommended orsold by the productmanufacturer.
· Never operate this productif it is notworking properly, has been dropped, damaged, orexposed to
water orother liquids. Do notattemptto examineorrepair this productyourself; takethe product
to an electronicsrepair shop of yourchoiceforinspection andrepair.
CAUTION-- To reduce the riskof personal injuryor product/propertydamage:
· Do notexpose the productto extremetemperature changes, moisture/highhumidity, ordust/dirt.
· Slots andopeningsin the cabinet are provided forventilation andto ensure reliable operation of the
productandto protectit from overheating; do notblock orcover these openingsby placing the
producton abed, sofa, rug, orother similar surface.
· Do notclean productwith thinner, alcohol, orbenzene.
· Do notleavethe unit exposed to directsunlight.
· Do notdrop the productorsubjectit to strong shocks.
· Do notuse this productoutdoors; it is intended forindooruse only.
· The screen becomes warm during normal operation; this is notamalfunction.
· To clean, use asoft, non-abrasivecloth suchas the camera lenscloth to clean the LCD screen.
· If you use an LCD Cleaning Kit, do notapply the cleaning liquid directly to the LCD screen. Apply
cleaning liquid to the cleaning cloth first, andthen clean the screen.
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Getting Started
Clock and Setup Menu Overview
• Removethe protectivefilm covering the LCD screen by
lifting the pull tab.
• Plug the included AC Power Adapter into the frame,
andthen into astandard110-220 volt AC electrical out-
let.
• Power on the Digital Photo Frameby pressing the
power button on the remote controlorthe frame.
• If there are photosstored in the internal memory oron
an inserted memory card, athe Thumbnail Screen will
appear.
Preparation
The digital LCD panel has aviewing angle of approximately
25 degrees in either direction. You can achieve abetter
viewing angle by adjusting the frame stand height.
• Extendthe framestandto aposition forgreatest stabil-
ity.
• Extendorretractthe strandby pushing the tab on the
stand, andadjusting the length.
• Release the tab to lock the frameinto position.
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Turning the Power On/Off
Turning the Digital Photo Frame On
1. Press the On/Off button.
Turning the Digital Photo Frame Off
Main Menu
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1. Press the Toolbutton on the back of yourframeto
enter the Main Menu.
2. Press the NextorPreviousbutton to cycle through
modes.
Photo: DisplaysDigital Photosas stills, slideshow, or
split-screen slideshow.
Clock: Date andTimesettings
Music: Access andplay MP3 music files.
Setup: General SettingsandPreferences.
1. Connectthe AC adapter to apower source.
2. Press the On/Off button (back of the frame).
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Loading Photos(Mac)
Loading Photos (Mac)
1. Connectthe frameto yourMac via USB cable with
frameturned off.
2. Turn the Digital Photo Frameon.
3. The Digital Photo Framewill appear as amounted
removable driveon the desktop. This may takea
minute to update the currentfile structure.
4. Drag anddrop, orcopy andpaste yourphotosinto
the frame’sinternal memory.
5. Onceyou haveloaded yourdesired photos, discon
nectthe framefrom yourMac, andturn the frame
off, andon again.
You can also search for photos via iPhoto, and drag the
desired images directly into the frame.
If you run into any issues while loading photosonto your
frame, please visit the support section of
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1. Connectthe frameto yourcomputer via USB cable
with frameturned off.
2. Turn the Digital Photo Frameon.
3. From yourdesktop click “START”, followed by “MY
COMPUTER”. The Digital Photo Frame’smemory
will appear as aremovable drive.
4. Drag anddrop, orcopy andpaste yourphotosinto
the frame’sinternal memory.
5. Onceyou haveloaded yourdesired photos, discon
nectthe framefrom yourPC, andturn the frame
off, andon again.
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.
If you run into any issues while loading photosonto your
frame, please visit the support section of
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questionsandtroubleshooting tips.
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Loading Photos (PC)
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First Time Settings
Clock and Setup Menu Overview.
▪ Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto selectthe clock icon.
▪ Press the Play button to select.
(1)Adjusts the date.
(2)Adjusts the time.
(3)Adjusts the alarm time.
(4)A
djusts the auto-on time.
(5)Adjusts the auto-off time.
Preparation
(6)Selects the slide show speed.
(7)Toggles the timedisplay in photo mode.
(8)Toggles the calendar display in photo mode.
(9)Selects the music repeat settings.
(10)Toggles the aspectratio forphoto mode.
(11)Adjusts the volume.

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Setting the Date
1. Press the ToolButton to enter the Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Clock
3. Press the Play button to select.
1. Press the Play button to select“DATE”.
2. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe year, andpress the Play button to
confirm. This will highlight the month.
3. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe months, andpress the Play button to
confirm. This will highlight the day.
4. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe days, andpress the Play button to
confirm.
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1)Date: Takes you to menu to set the date
2)Time: Takes you to menu to set the time
3)On/Off: Turnsthe frameon oroff.
4)Thumb: Toggles the thumbnail screen.
5)Rotate: Rotates yourpictures
6)Slide Show: Toggles the slideshow on oroff.
7)Split Show: Takes you to 4 pictures in onescreen slideshow
8)Up: Moves the selection up.
9)Left: Moves the selection to the left.
10)Right: Moves the selection to the right.
11)Down: Moves the selection down.
12)Enter: Press to confirm selection, orstart/stop music orslide-
shows. This button also allowsyou to cycle throughslideshow play
modes.
13)MP3: Takes yourto yourMP3 files on the internal orexternal
memory
14)Brightness: Controls the brightness of the screen
15)Delete: Deletes the currentselection.
16)Copy: Copies photo / video / music files from external memory
to internal memory
17)Exit: Returnsto the previousscreen.
18)Vol– Button: Lowers volume.
19)Vol+ Button: Raises volume.
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Remote Control
The TAO Digital Photo framealso comes with aradio
frequency (RF) remote controlwith the following features:
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MenusandSettings
Setting the Time
1. Press the ToolButton to enter the Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Clock
3. Press the Play button to select.
1. Press the Nextbutton to highlight “TIME”, and
press the Play button to select.
2. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe hours, andpress the Play button to
confirm. This will highlight the minutes.
3. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe minutes, andpress the Play button to
confirm. This will highlight the seconds.
4. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe seconds, andpress the Play button to
confirm.

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Setting the Alarm
1. Press the ToolButton to enter the Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Clock
3. Press the Play button to select.
1. Press the Nextbutton to highlight “Alarm”, and
press the Play button to select.
2. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe hours, andpress the Play button to
confirm. This will highlight the minutes.
3. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe minutes, andpress the Play button to
confirm. This will highlight the seconds.
4. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe seconds, andpress the Play button to
confirm.
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Customizable Frame
TAO Digital Photo Frames were designed andcreated
with the enduser in mind. The LCD unit of the digital
photo frameis removable from it’sexteriormolding,
allowing forcountless possibilities of customization.
• Designed to beused with avariety of standard
5x7” style frames. Simply loosen the tabson the
back of yourframe, removethe unit - andinsert it
into a5x7” with sufficientdepth.
• Changeandrearrangepaper matting to add a
differentartistic touch.
• TAO also offers professional laser engraving and
silk screening of logos, names, andmessages for
yourdigital photo frames. Contact
[e-mail] formore information..
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Memory Cards and USB Flash Drives
With yourTAO Digital Photo Frame, you are able to display
photosdirectly from yourmemory card orUSB Flash.
The memory card slots are located on the side of yourdigi-
tal photo frame, andare labeled foryourconvenience.
Simply insert the memory card orUSB flash drive, andenter
the Photo mode to view yourphotos.
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MenusandSettings
Setting the Auto On and Off Time
1. Press the ToolButton to enter the Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Setup
Alarm.”
3. Press the Play button to select.
Note: The Auto-On Feature is used in conjunction with
the Auto-Off Feature, andis designed to turn the frame
off foraperiodof timeeachday. The main power
switchmust beturned ON forthis feature to work.
When the Auto On Time is turned on, the frame will
automatically turn on at the specified time.
1. Press the Nextbutton to highlight “Auto on”, and
press the Play button to select.
2. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle
throughthe hours, andpress the Play button to
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Cont. Setting the Auto On and Off Time
3. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle throughthe
minutes, andpress the Play button to confirm. This will
highlight the seconds.
4. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle throughthe
seconds, andpress the Play button to confirm.
5. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto toggle between
having the Auto On feature ON orOFF, andpress the
Play button to confirm.
6. Press the Nextbutton to select“Auto off.”
When the Auto Off Time is turned on, the frame will automati-
cally turn Off at the specified time.
1. Press the Nextbutton to highlight “Auto off”, andpress the
Play button to select.
2. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle throughthe
hours, andpress the Play button to confirm. This will
highlight the minutes.
3. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle throughthe
minutes, andpress the Play button to confirm. This will
highlight the seconds.
4. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto cycle throughthe
seconds, andpress the Play button to confirm.
5. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto toggle between
having the Auto On feature ON orOFF, andpress the
Play button to confirm.
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MenusandSettings
Music Menu
1. Press the ToolButton to enter the Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Music .”
3. Press the Play button to select.
1. Press the NextandPreviousbuttonsto cycle
throughsongs.
2. Press the Play button to play the selected song.
Volume and Music Repeat settings can be changed in
the Setup Menu. (pg. 13, 15)

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Photo Mode
This mode displaysagrid of photosin clustersof 9.
You can togglethroughdifferentview modes by
pressing the Play Button, andthe currentview mode
will appearon the upper-right cornerof the screen.
FullSize: View asinglephoto, andpress next/
previousto cycleimages.
SlideShow: View photosas aslide show.
SplitShow: View photosin asplit-screen slide
show.
1. Press the ToolButton to enterthe Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Photo.”
3. Press the Play button to select.
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Setting the Slide Show Transition Speed
1. Press the ToolButton to enterthe Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Setup .”
3. Press the Play button to select.
1. Press the Play button to select“Slide Interval”.
2. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto toggle
between the differenttimeseetingsandpress the
Play button to confirm.
• 5 sec 5 seconds between photos.
• 10 sec 10 seconds between photos.
• 30 sec 30 seconds between photos.
• 60 sec 60 seconds between photos.

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Toggling Clock and Calendar Overlay
1. Press the ToolButton to enterthe Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Setup .”
3. Press the Play button to select.
When the ShowTime or ShowCalendarmodes are
turned ON, the clock or calendaroverlays will appear
during photomode. Turnthese modes off todisplay
photosonly.
1. Press the Play button to select“Show Time”.
2. Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto toggle
between ON orOFF andpress the Play button to
confirm.
3. Repeat this process for“Show Calendar”.
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MenusandSettings
Adjusting the Volume
1. Press the ToolButton to enterthe Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Setup .”
3. Press the Play button to select.
1 Press the Play button to select“Volume.”
2 Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto toggle
between the numbersandpress the Play button
to confirm.
Volume numbersareona0-9 scale, with 0as amuted
state, and 9as the loudest.

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Selecting Aspect Ratio
1. Press the ToolButton to enterthe Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Setup .”
3. Press the Play button to select.
1 Press the Play button to select“Aspect
2 Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto toggle
between the Aspectmodes andpress the Play
button to confirm.
Availableview modes:
4:3(default)
16:9
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MenusandSettings
Music Repeat
1. Press the ToolButton to enterthe Main Menu.
2. Use the PreviousandNextbuttonsto select“Setup .”
3. Press the Play button to select.
1 Press the Play button to select“Music Repeat.”
2 Press the PreviousandNextbuttonsto toggle
between the Music Repeat modes andpress the
Play button to confirm.
None: Music will endoncethe currentsong is over
One: The currentsong will play repeatedly.
All: Songswill play in alphabeticalorder, and
repeat oncethe last song has finished.