8" WiFi Digital Photo Frame with Touchscreen LCD Display
Instructional Manual
Model: AWDMPF208F
Copyright © 2017 Aluratek, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Frame Features
The frame includes the following components:
- 1: 8" LCD Touchscreen
- 2: Black Frame
- 3: SD/SDHC Card Slot
- 4: USB 2.0 Ports
- 5: Power Adapter
- 6: Mini USB Port
- 7: Power Button
- 8: Directional Keypad
- 9: Menu Button
- 10: Frame Stand
- 11: Security Lock
- 12: Wall Mount
A: Connect a USB hard drive, USB flash drive, or SD/SDHC card to easily access and share your favorite pictures, music, or videos.
B: Transfer and store files quickly and easily from your personal computer to the frame's 8GB built-in memory with hi-speed USB 2.0.
Diagram Description: A visual representation of the front and back of the digital photo frame, highlighting the touchscreen display, frame body, and various ports and buttons on the rear, including USB ports, card slot, power button, and stand.
Frame Control Close-Up
The frame's control buttons are as follows:
- 1 - Power On / Off: Press to turn the device on or off.
- 2 - Menu: Press to return to the previous screen or press and hold to return to the Main Menu.
- 3 - Play / Pause: Press to select an option on the Main Menu, or press to pause a slideshow, music, or video.
- 4 - Up Arrow: Navigate UP when selecting options, select the Previous file (in Photo & Music mode), or press and hold to Fast Forward.
- 5 - Down Arrow: Navigate DOWN when selecting options, select the Next file (in Photo & Music mode), or press and hold to Scan Backward.
- 6 - Left Arrow: Navigate LEFT when selecting options or press and hold to lower the volume.
- 7 - Right Arrow: Navigate RIGHT when selecting options or press and hold to increase the volume.
Diagram Description: A circular control panel with numbered buttons corresponding to Power, Menu, Play/Pause, Up, Down, Left, and Right navigation.
Package Contents
Your order has been carefully packaged and inspected. The following accessories should be included in your package. Please inspect the contents to ensure all items are present and undamaged. Contact Aluratek immediately if you discover any problems.
- USB 2.0 Cable
- Power Adapter
- Frame Stand
- Registration Card
- Quick Start Guide
Getting Started
- Screw in the frame stand.
- Plug in the power adapter.
Operating Instructions
Step 1: Connecting to a wireless network
The AWDMPF208F scans for available Wi-Fi networks and displays their names when powered on. Secured networks are indicated with a Lock icon ?. If the frame finds a previously connected network, it will connect automatically. If not:
- Touch the Network you want to connect to.
- Use the on-screen keyboard to enter the Password.
- Touch 'Connect'.
- Touch '>' to continue to the next step.
Step 2: Link your frame to your Facebook, Twitter, Photo Partner App or Computer
Facebook Integration
Link your frame to your Facebook account to automatically display pictures from your Facebook page after you post them.
- Scan the QR Code on the frame using your smartphone, or type the URL https://m.facebook.com/AWcloudalbum/ into a browser on your mobile device.
- Click on "USE APP".
- Click on "Authorization and logging".
- Log in to your Facebook account. If you are already logged in on the current computer, you will proceed directly to the next step.
Screenshot Description: A Facebook login page is shown, prompting for email/phone and password.
- From the frame's main menu, go to Settings > Device Info.
- Create a nickname for your frame in the 'RM Name' field to easily identify it, especially if you have multiple Wi-Fi frames.
- After filling out both fields, click "TO Bind".
- A message indicating "Request is sent successfully." will appear.
- A confirmation message will be displayed on the frame, indicating that your Facebook account is linked.
Congratulations! Your Facebook account is now linked. Future pictures posted to Facebook will be pushed directly to the WiFi Frame.
Twitter Integration
Link your frame to your Twitter account to post pictures directly from your Twitter account.
- Scan the QR Code on the frame or type https://twitter.com/CloudAlbum/ into your browser.
- Click on "Follow".
- Log in to your Twitter account. If already logged in, you will proceed directly.
- Click "Message" to send a private message to link the frame.
- Type 'bd+device serial no' in the message. For example, if the serial number is 1234567890, type 'bd1234567890'. A reply from Cloud Frame will confirm successful binding.
Congratulations! Your Twitter account is now linked. To post a picture, send a private message to the frame.
Screenshot Description: Shows a Twitter interface with options to tweet and message, and a private message window for binding.
Aluratek WiFi Frame App Integration
Link the frame to the Aluratek WiFi Frame app to send pictures/videos directly from your tablet or smartphone.
- Scan the QR Code on the frame or search for "Aluratek WiFi Frame" in the Google Play or iTunes store.
- Once downloaded, start the app by tapping "Aluratek WiFi Frame".
- Tap on "Bind Device".
- Input the 10-digit UN serial number, found under Settings > Device Info in the frame's main menu.
- Tap 'Bind'. The process can be verified under "Device Manager", and a popup message will appear on the frame.
Congratulations! The Aluratek WiFi Frame app is now linked to the frame.
To post pictures from the app:
- Tap on "Gallery".
- Select the picture or video you want to send.
- Tap "Confirm" to finalize your selection.
- Choose the photo quality (SD or HD).
- Optionally, add text by tapping on the photo.
- Tap "Send" to transfer the picture(s). A status bar will show progress on the main menu, or you can check via "Message".
Screenshot Description: Shows the Aluratek WiFi Frame app interface with options like 'Taking pictures', 'Record video', 'Gallery', 'Message', 'Device Manage', and 'Setting'. Also shows the process of selecting photos and sending them.
Transfer Pictures Directly From Your Computer To The Frame
To transfer pictures directly from your computer to the AWDMPF208F, ensure the frame and computer are on the same network.
- On the frame, go to Settings > PC Management. The FTP address will be displayed.
- On your computer, open "File Explorer" and type the displayed FTP address (e.g.,
ftp://192.168.0.100:2121
) into the address bar. - The frame's internal memory will appear as a folder. Drag and drop pictures into this folder.
- Once transferred, navigate to Album > Internal memory on the frame to view the pictures.
Note: If the computer and frame are not on the same network, use Facebook, Twitter, or the Aluratek WiFi Frame app for transfers.
Screenshot Description: Shows a computer's File Explorer window with an FTP address entered and files being transferred.
Main Menu Function
The Main Menu provides access to various functions:
Screenshot Description: The main menu displays photo thumbnails, weather information (57°F in Irvine, CA with daily forecasts), Music, Alarm, Clock, Settings, Video, and the current date (March 30). Navigation icons for Back, Home, Volume Up/Down are visible at the top.
Album Function
Album Settings
Configure photo display and slideshow options:
- From the main menu, tap on "Settings".
- Tap on "Album Settings".
Available settings include:
- Photo Optimization: Set photo play to original size or full screen.
- Slideshow: Enable automatic slideshows. If enabled, slideshows display pictures from the cloud media folder, or from internal/USB/SD card folders if viewing those thumbnails.
- Set music path: Choose to play music files from internal memory or USB/SD card.
- Background Music Mode: Set a background music playlist.
- Photo / Video random display: Enable random playback of pictures/videos in slideshow mode.
- Autoplay video: Videos in cloud media will autoplay during slideshows.
- Slideshow mode: Select slideshow transition effects.
- Slideshow interval: Set the time interval between slides.
- Slideshow photo limit: Set the maximum number of pictures in a slideshow.
- Auto sleep and wakeup: Enable the auto on/off feature.
- Set sleep time: Set the time for the frame to automatically power off.
- Set wakeup time: Set the time for the frame to automatically power on.
- Remove all photos: Delete all photos from cloud media and internal memory folders.
- Reset all settings: Reset all settings and disconnect linked accounts without removing pictures from cloud media and internal memory folders.
Screenshot Description: The Settings menu shows options like Device Info, PC Management, Wi-Fi Setting, Album Settings, System Settings, and About. The Album Settings screen details options for Slideshow, Background music, Set music path, Set cycle mode, Play mode, and Play interval.
System Function
System Settings
Configure device settings:
- From the main menu, tap on "Settings".
- Tap on "System Settings".
Available settings include:
- Sound: Adjust media and notification volumes, and enable touch sounds.
- Display: Adjust screen brightness.
- Date and time: Set the date and time for the frame.
- Language: Select the display language.
- Factory data reset: Reset all data from the device's internal memory and the inserted SD card.
Screenshot Description: The System Settings menu displays options for Sound, Display, Date and time, Language, Factory data reset, and About. The Sound section shows sliders for Media volume and Notification volume, and a toggle for Touch sounds.
Alarm Function
How To Set Alarm
Set alarms on the frame:
- From the main menu, tap on "Alarm" ⏰.
- To edit an existing alarm, tap "Edit alarm", or tap "Add alarm" [+] to create a new one.
- Set the days, time, and ringtone for the alarm, then tap OK ✔️ to set it.
Screenshot Description: Shows an analog clock face and a list of set alarms with times and days (e.g., 22:30 Sleep, 15:50 Exercise, 08:00 Get up).
Technical Support
Aluratek is committed to providing excellent customer service. For assistance with your Aluratek product, please contact the Aluratek Technical Support department before returning the device. Contact methods include:
- E-mail: support@aluratek.com
- Web: aluratek.com/helpdesk
- Local (Irvine, CA): 714-586-8730
- Toll free: 1-866-580-1978
Radio and TV Interference Statement
WARNING!!! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of 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. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it 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 whatever measures may be required.
Warranty
Aluratek warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for 1 Year from the date of purchase.
This warranty becomes invalid if the factory-supplied serial number or "warranty void" sticker has been removed or altered on the product.
This warranty does not cover:
- A) Cosmetic damage or damage due to acts of God.
- B) Accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, or modification of any part of the product.
- C) Damage due to improper operation or maintenance, connection to improper equipment, or attempted repair by anyone other than Aluratek.
- D) Products sold AS IS or WITH FAULTS.
IN NO EVENT SHALL ALURATEK'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION.
Aluratek makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory, with respect to its products, contents, or use of this documentation and all accompanying software, and specifically disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. Aluratek reserves the right to revise or update its product, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity.