Digital picture frames

Digital Spectrum Memory Frame MF-801

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$70

Summary: An 8.5-inch digital picture frame with a 4:3 aspect ratio. It has 512MB of internal memory, and a remote control.

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About - Digital Spectrum Memory Frame MF-801
The Memory Frame MF-801 is part of the digital picture frame test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, digital picture frame models like the Memory Frame MF-801 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Picture quality: Picture quality includes image clarity, color accuracy, and contrast. It's based mainly on the judgments of a panel who viewed photographs on each device, as well as lab measurements including viewing angle. Viewing angle: Viewing angle indicates the quality of images when viewed from 45 degrees of the center line both horizontally and vertically. This is important if you are standing above the frame and looking down, sitting at an angle to the frame, or sitting with the frame positioned above you. Viewing angle is calculated into the picture quality score. Versatility: Versatility mainly includes characteristics that aid in versatility and convenience. Those include the presence of hardware and menu-based navigation features. Also considered are the number of memory-card and USB slots; built-in memory; brightness, color, and contrast controls; removable picture frames and any extra frames included; audio and video playback; audio and video connections; PC-to-device image transfer speeds; number and duration of slideshow timings; the ability to delete images; and handling of non-compatible image formats.

About - Digital Spectrum Memory Frame MF-801

The Memory Frame MF-801 is part of the digital picture frame test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, digital picture frame models like the Memory Frame MF-801 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Picture quality:: Picture quality includes image clarity, color accuracy, and contrast. It's based mainly on the judgments of a panel who viewed photographs on each device, as well as lab measurements including viewing angle.
Viewing angle:: Viewing angle indicates the quality of images when viewed from 45 degrees of the center line both horizontally and vertically. This is important if you are standing above the frame and looking down, sitting at an angle to the frame, or sitting with the frame positioned above you. Viewing angle is calculated into the picture quality score.
Versatility:: Versatility mainly includes characteristics that aid in versatility and convenience. Those include the presence of hardware and menu-based navigation features. Also considered are the number of memory-card and USB slots; built-in memory; brightness, color, and contrast controls; removable picture frames and any extra frames included; audio and video playback; audio and video connections; PC-to-device image transfer speeds; number and duration of slideshow timings; the ability to delete images; and handling of non-compatible image formats.

Features & Specs - Digital Spectrum Memory Frame MF-801
Dimensions WxHxD (in.) Dimensions represents the size of the overall frame, measured to the nearest 10th of an inch. Dimensions WxHxD (in.)	10.0x8.0x1.4
Viewable display size (in.) Viewable display size is the size of the display screen, measured diagonally to the nearest 10th of an inch. Viewable display size (in.)	8.5
Display resolution Display resolution is as stated by the manufacturer. It's the number of pixels, horizontally by vertically, that the frame can display. Most 7- and 8-inch frames we tested have a pixel resolution of 800x600 or 800x480, which produces a visual resolution of about 100 pixels per inch. In our tests, most of those frames had good or very good picture quality. But when visual resolution went below 100 pixels per inch, picture quality was not as good. Display resolution	800x600
External memory formats External memory formats are the type of memory media the device can accept with a card reader. Those include Compact Flash (CF), Micro Drive (MD), Secure Digital (SD), Xtreme Digital (xD), MultiMedia Card (MMC), USB stick, and one or more of Memory Stick (MS) types-Memory Stick, PRO, Duo, and PRO Duo. External memory formats	SD, MMC, MS, xD, USB
Internal memory (MB) The total amount of non-removable memory that comes built into the device. Internal memory (MB)	512
USB computer interface USB computer interface shows whether the device has a full or mini USB port, USB 2.0, a slower USB 1.1, or no USB connection capability. USB computer interface	Mini USB
Aspect ratio The ratio of the width to the height of a graphic display, usually expressed by two integer numbers as in "16:9" or "16x9" (the aspect ratio of HDTV). Aspect ratio may also be expressed as a decimal, such as 1.78, with an implied ratio to one. The aspect ratio of a typical photo taken by a digital camera is 4:3 giving the image a "squarish" appearance while a 16x9 image gives an image a "widescreen" appearance. Aspect ratio	4:3
USB cable Includes a USB cable to connect the device to other USB-equipped devices such as a computer. USB cable	Yes
Remote control The frame includes a remote control. Remote controls typically give control over common capabilities such as power, menu options, slideshow options, picture advance, and rotate. Remote control	Yes
Slideshow autostart Slideshow autostart means that the frame will immediately start presenting images in a slideshow when turned on. Slideshow autostart	Yes
Audio playback Audio playback indicates that the model can play back digital audio formats such as MP3 or WAV files either through its built-in speaker or a connector that allows you to connect an external audio device such as speakers or a set of headphones. Audio playback	Yes
Video playback This indicates that the model can play back digital video file formats such as MPEG-1, MPEG-4 or motion JPEG. Video playback	Yes
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THIS ITEM IS NOT USER FRIENDLY

By POWERCAT from VIRGINIA on 2/2/2010

Pros:

Clear Image, FRUSTRATING DIRECTIONS

Cons:

Hard To Use, PARTS NOT COMPATIBLE

Describe Yourself:

Quality Oriented

Primary use:

Personal

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

THE INCLUDED MAT CAUSES FAILURE OF THE REMOTE DUE TO THE SENSOR BEING BLOCKED. THE DIRECTIONS ARE USELESS AND GIVE NO REAL WAYS TO TROUBLESHOOT PROBLEMS THAT SHOULD NOT BE PROBLEMS.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

The owner's manual is a zero

By LandWorld from Jackson, MS on 12/28/2009

Pros:

Attractive Design

Cons:

Hard To Use, No battery backup, Poor owner's manual

Describe Yourself:

Value Oriented

Primary use:

Personal

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

The owner's manual omits instructions on how to download the photographs, movies, and audio.

[11 of 12 customers found this review helpful]

Need a frame? Buy this one.

By Roadking04 from Gemantown,WI on 12/3/2009

Pros:

Attractive Design, Clear Image, Easy Photo Upload, Easy To Use, Quality Construction

Best Uses:

Gift, Home Decor, Photography Display

Describe Yourself:

Quality Oriented

Primary use:

Personal

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I am very picky.I want the best for the least $.I couldn't be happier with this frame.(unless it was cheaper) 8-)

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