aaxa TECHNOLOGIES User Guide
Caution! WARNING: Please use this product as instructed. Misuse may cause injury or death. DO NOT use while driving DO NOT expose to water or wet surfaces. Electric shock may occur DO NOT expose the projected LED image to your eyes or the eyes of others DO NOT block or restrict airflow from ventilation holes as this may cause the projector to overheat Keep the projector and its charger away from any heat sources Caution for Headphone Use • Prolonged use at high volume may impair your hearing.
Table of Contents Chapter 1: 4K1 at a Glance 4K1 Introduction Remote & Keypad Accessories Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering On / Off Focus Adjustment / Throw Distance Connecting to Speakers or Headphones Loading External Content Chapter 3: Menu Screens Main Menu Brightness Menu Video Player Menu Photo Menu Connecting to Device via Digital 1 Input 2 HDMI-CEC 3 Connecting to Composite Video Music Player Menu 4 E-Book Viewer Menu Chapter 4: Settings Menu 5 Brightness Settings Picture Settings 6 Sound Settin
Chapter 1 4K1 at a Glance Main Unit Front/Back Touchpad Electric Focus Adjustment TF Card Slot DC port On/Off Switch AV Port USB Port Digital Input (2) Headphone out Digital Input (1) 1
Remote & Keypad Power On/Off Mute Media Player Menu Navigation Main Menu Navigation Volume Down Main Menu Navigation Volume Up Focus Adjustment Back/Return Main Menu Remote Exit/Back Please note during media playback, the “Up” and “Down” arrow buttons on the remote and keypad will control keystone adjustment. Both the keypad and remote can be used to navigate through the menus. The Main Menu Navigation on the remote functions exactly the same as the directional pad on the 4K1 unit.
Accessories A/V Cable Power Adapter Remote Ceiling Mount Kit (Sold Separately) *Under various circumstances, the actual accessories may be different from those shown in the pictures above. Additional accessories are available for purchase at www.aaxatech.
Getting Started Chapter 2 Powering ON the projector 1. 2. 3. Connect the power cord to the 4K1. Connect the other end of the power cord into the wall power source. Toggle the On / Off switch on the back of the projector to the “ON” position -- the projector will automatically turn on. Standby Mode 1. 2. 3. To transition into “Standby” mode, press the power button on the remote control. The optical engine should power off and the fan should stop spinning.
Focus Adjusment / Throw Distance Focus Adjustment • The 4K1 utilitzes remote electric focus technology, which allows the focus to be adjusted via the remote control or the projector. Throw Distance Chart Throw Distance Units: Inches 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 Diagonal Size Units: Inches 19 29 38 48 57 67 76 86 DIA GO NA LS CR EE NS IZE 16:9 Aspect Ratio Throw Ratio 1.
Connecting Speakers / Headphones Step 1: Connect your speakers/headphones to the projector’s audio port. Step 2: Ensure that the projector and/or the speakers/headphones are powered on. Step 3: If using headphones, place the headphones on and enjoy! CAUTION: Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may impair hearing.
Loading External Content The 4K1 can read files directly from both a TF Card and USB Drive.
Loading External Content Cont. How to insert your USB Drive • Slide your USB Drive into the USB port. • Gently slide the drive until it cannot go in any further. (up to 32 GB) How to insert your TF Card • Slide in your TF card into the TF card slot on the side of the 4K1 (as shown in picture). • Gently slide the TF card until it clicks into place.
Loading External Content Cont. Once your TF Card or USB Drive is inserted into the projector, the TF Card or USB Drive Storage will be loaded automatically and the content can be found through the Photos, Videos and Music icons located on the Main Menu, depending on the file type you wish to play. Loaded content can also be found through the Text icon, located within the Settings Menu.
Menu Screens Chapter 3 Main Menu The 4K1 features a built in PMP (Portable Media Player) function. This function allows the projector to play videos, pictures, and music files directly from your connected storage devices. Please note the 4K1 Media Player does not support 4K media but does support up to 1080P. Main Menu • • • • Exit/Back Press the left and right directional buttons to choose an icon from the Main Menu. To select a menu option, press the “OK” button in the middle of the navigation pad.
Brightness Menu To change the brightness on your 4K1: • Select the “Brightness” icon (Fig. 3.1) • Select the brightness you wish (Fig. 3.2) • Choose among Eco, Standard and Boost Fig. 3.1 Fig. 3.
Video Player Menu Opening a file: • Select the “Video” icon (Fig. 3.3). • From the submenu (Fig. 3.4), select the storage media with the stored files. • Choose which file you wish to play. Fig. 3.3 Fig. 3.4 The 4K1 will show all folders and files you have on your USB or TF drive. Use the navigation buttons on the projector or remote to select folders or files.
Video Player Menu While Playing Videos While playing videos, the volume and keystone are adjustable. Further controls are available in the video player submenu - which is accessed through the “OK” button on the keypad or remote.
Video Player Submenu Playing Videos The Video Player Submenu can be accessed by pressing “OK” during video playback. To exit the Video Player Submenu, press the “Down” button or wait 5 seconds. To navigate the Playback Menu, use the directional buttons on the navigation pad or remote to highlight the option you wish to choose (Fig. 3.5). To open/hide the video playback menu, use the “OK” or “Down” buttons on the projector or remote. Move selection left Move selection right OK Confirm selection Fig. 3.
Video Playback FAQ How do I loop a video? 1. Choose either USB or TF Card for playback 2. 3. 4. 5. How do I preview a video? 1. Choose the “video” option from the main menu 2. Navigate using either remote or onboard buttons to the file you wish to preview. 3. Highlight the file. Do not select Navigate the folders until you the file, just highlight it. reach the file you wish to play. 4. Wait for 3-4 seconds. Highlight the file you want to 5.
Photo Menu Opening A File: • Select the “Photo” icon (Fig. 3.6). • From the submenu (Fig. 3.7), select the storage media with the stored files. • Choose which file you wish to play Fig. 3.6 Fig. 3.7 The 4K1 will show all folders and files you have on your USB or TF Card drive. Use the navigation buttons to select folders or files. Previewing Files: • Press the directional keys to highlight the desired file. • Wait 2-3 seconds and a preview of the picture will show on the screen.
Photo Menu While Viewing Pictures While viewing pictures, further controls are available in the Photo Submenu which is accessed through the “OK” button. Keystone adjustment is also available. Previous Picture Positive Keystone Adjustment Next Picture Negative Keystone Adjustment OK Enter Photo Player Submenu • To open/hide the Photo Playback menu, use the “OK” and “Back” Buttons on the projector.
Photo Submenu Viewing Pictures: The Photo Submenu can be accessed by pressing “OK” during picture slide-show playback. To exit the Photo Submenu, press the “Back” or “Down” button or wait 5 seconds. To navigate the playback menu, use the directional buttons on the navigation pad or remote to highlight the option you wish to choose (Fig 3.8). Move selection left Move selection right OK Confirm selection Fig 3.8 00:00:59 / 00:04:20 Pause Prev.
Photo Slideshow FAQ How do I play a slideshow? 1. Choose either USB or TF Card for playback 2. Navigate to the folder that contains the pictures you wish to view in the slideshow. 3. Confirm selection of the first picture. 4. Press “play” in the photo menu 5. Slideshow will now play. 6. NOTE: Selecting “Repeat A” will loop slideshow. How do I manually control the slideshow? 1. After selecting the photo you wish to be displayed, you can press “play” to start the slideshow (as outlined in the previous FAQ).
Connecting to Device via Digital Input The 4K1 has two Digital Input ports for ultimate connectivity flexibility. A digital input cable is required to connect your 4K1 to your other device.
Connecting to Digital Input Devices Step 1: Connect one end of the Digital Input Cable to your device’s Digital Input port. Step 2: Connect the other end of the Digital Input Cable to one of your 4K1’s Digital Input ports. Step 3: In the Main Menu, select the “Digital Video” Icon. Your 4K1 should now be mirroring the content from your device. Note: If you’re connecting to a computer or laptop and the projector does not automatically mirror it, read onto the next page for more information.
Connecting to a Computer via Digital Input Step 4: After connecting your projector to your computer or laptop via a Digital Input cable, you may need to enabe Digital Video output on your computer. To enable Digital Video output on your computer most computers require “turning on” the video output feature. Each computer is different. Please consult your owner’s manual for instructions to enable Digital Video output. Below are standard instructions for a Windows 10 computer – not all systems are the same.
What is HDMI-CEC? HDMI-CEC “CEC” stands for Consumer Electronics Control. Essentially, HDMI-CEC is an optional feature on the 4K1 that allows control of multiple HDMI-CEC compatible devices from one remote. To ensure it can work with a connected device, HDMI-CEC information can be found in the device settings menu. On the 4K1, HDMI-CEC Settings can be found within the Advanced Submenu in the Settings Menu.
HDMI-CEC Features HDMI-CEC Features on the 4K1 On the 4K1, HDMI-CEC will allow the user to control other HDMI-CEC devices with either the projector remote or the other devices’ remote, depending on the user settings. Within the 4K1, the HDMI-CEC settings allow for the following options: 1. HDMI CEC - Allows the projector to connect to other HDMI-CEC devices 2. HDMI ARC - Allows a single remote to turn on all connected devices 3. Auto Standby - Allows user to switch multiple devices to standby mode 4.
Connecting to Composite Video Step 1: Connect the 3.5mm Composite AV Cable to the back of the 4K1. Step 2: Connect the composite end of the AV Cable (Red, White,Yellow) to your device.
Connecting to Composite Video Cont. Step 3: In the Main Menu Select “INPUT” icon Step 4: Select “RCA” Turn on your multimedia device.
Music Player Menu Opening A File: • Select the “Music” icon (Fig. 3.5). • From the Submenu (Fig. 3.6), select the storage media with the stored files. • Choose which file you wish to play. Fig. 3.5 Fig. 3.6 The 4K1 will show all folders and files you have on your USB or TF Card drive. Use the navigation buttons to select folders or files. Previewing Files: • Press the directional keys to highlight the desired file. • Wait 2-3 seconds and a preview of the audio will show on the screen.
Music Player Menu Listening To Audio: To adjust the volume, use the left and right button on the projector or the volumes keys on the remote. To navigate the playback menu, push the “OK” button to open the menu and use the directional buttons on the keypad or remote to highlight the option you wish to choose (Fig 3.7). • To open/hide the music playerback menu, use the “OK” or “Down” button on the projector or remote. Volume Down Volume Up OK Confirm selection Fig. 3.
Music Playback FAQ How do I loop a song? 1. Choose either USB or TF Card for playback How do I create a song playlist? 1. 2. 3. 2. Navigate the folders until you reach the file you wish to play. 3. Highlight the file you want to play, then confirm the selection. 4. Move selection on music player menu to “Repeat 1,” and confirm the selection. 5. The song will now loop after playback is finished. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Insert your media device (either TF card or USB) into computer.
E-Book Viewer Menu • • • The E-Book Viewer is located in the Setting Menu. Select the “Settings” Icon Select the “Text Viewer” Icon and choose the file you wish to view. Viewing Text Files: The 4K1 allows you to view .txt files only. Select the file you want to view in the file menu for the particular storage device on which the file is stored. You can press the up and down arrow buttons on the remote to flip through the pages you have in the present folder.
Chapter 4 Settings Menu The Settings Menu can be accessed by selecting “Settings” on the Main Menu.
Brightness Settings There are 3 different power modes for the 4K1: Eco, Standard and Boost • Eco: A lower brightness mode. • Standard: A normal mode. • Boost: The brightest mode. **Boost mode should only be used in low temperature environments with adequate clearance of exhaust / intake vents. DO NOT block vents while operating in Boost mode.
Picture Settings Picture Mode • Changes the picture mode to different settings depending on your usage Color Temperature • Adjusts the color temperature from warm to cool (red to blue) Aspect Ratio • Changes the aspect ratio of the picture - Auto, 4:3, 16:9*, etc.
Sound Settings Sound Mode • Changes the sound mode depending on what is currently playing Balance • Adjusts the sound balance manually Auto Volume • With the Auto Volume On, the video can be opened with volume automatically Surround Sound • Supports surround sound 34
Advanced Settings Digital Input CEC • Edit Digital Input CEC features supported by the projector EDID Switch Keystone • Allows you to edit the keystone within the projector settings Slideshow Time Language Selection • Changes the language of the device.
Chapter 5 Technical Details Troubleshooting IMAGE IS BLURRED Possible Causes Solution The Projector is not in focus Adjust the focus with the remote or the focus buttons on the side of the projector until the image comes into focus. The Projector is offset from plane / angle of operation Move the projector so that it is both 180 degrees and on an even plane with the screen. Alternatively, adjust the keystone. NO SYNC, NO SIGNAL 1. Be sure to setup the computer to enable a video signal output.
Technical Details Troubleshooting THE PROJECTOR DOES NOT TURN ON Possible Causes Solution There is no power Check to ensure the power outlet source is good. Check the power adapter to ensure a proper connection with the wall outlet as well as the projector. The brick of the power adapter will signify it is receiving power through its LED indicator. Projector is in Standby Mode Press power button on remote to turn projector back on.
Specifications Brightness (Boost): Native Resolution: Contrast Ratio: Aspect Ratio: Throw Ratio: Projection Lens: Image Size: Lamp: Lame Life: Video in: Audio Output: TF Card: USB: Dimensions: Weight: Supported File Formats: Menu Language: 1500 Lumens 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD) 2000:1 16:9 1.2:1 Electric Focus 16~2000 inches Quadquast RGBB LEDs with Vibrant Color Technology 30,000hrs Composite A/V (3.5mm Jack) 2x HDMI™ (2.0 with HDCP 2.2) 2x 2W stereo speaker 3.
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Please direct all customer service inquiries to: AAXA Technologies, Inc. 17781 Sky Park Cir., Ste #F Irvine, CA 92614 (714) 957-1999 info@aaxatech.
