Using with a computer, Connecting to a computer, System requirements – Sony DPF-X85 User Manual
Page 37: Connecting to a computer to exchange images

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Using with a computer
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.
To connect a computer to the photo frame, your 
computer must satisfy the following 
recommended system requirements.
x Windows
Recommended OS: Microsoft Windows 7/
Windows Vista SP2 /Windows XP SP3
Port: USB port
x Macintosh
Recommended OS: Mac OS X (v10.4 or later)
Port: USB port
Notes
• If multiple USB devices are connected to a
computer or if a hub is used, a problem may occur. 
In such a case, simplify the connections.
• You cannot operate the photo frame from another
USB device being used simultaneously.
• Do not disconnect the USB cable during data
communication.
• Operation with all computers that satisfy the
recommended system requirements is not 
guaranteed.
• The photo frame has been demonstrated as operable
when connected to a computer 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.
Note
This section shows an example for a connection for 
Windows Vista. Depending on the OS you use, the 
screen display and procedures may vary.
1
Connect the photo frame to the AC 
power source. (
.supplied
Operating Instructions, page 12)
2
Connect the computer and photo 
frame with a commercially available 
USB cable.
Note
Use a B-Type USB cable that is less than 3 
meters long.
3
Turn the photo frame on. 
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System requirements
Connecting to a computer to 
exchange images
To USB B 
connector
To USB connector
Computer
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