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.
Table of Contents Chapter 1: P7 at a Glance P7 Introduction Remote & Keypad Accessories Chapter 2: Getting Started Powering On / Off Focus Adjustment / Throw Distance Connecting to Speaker 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 Connecting to Computer via 3 VGA Connecting to Composite Video 4 Music Player Menu E-Book Viewer Menu 5 Chapter 4: Settings Menu Brightness Settings 6 Sound Sett
Chapter 1 P7 at a Glance Main Unit Front/Back Power Button AV Port Power Switch Headphone Out Focus Adjustment Infrared Receiver (Remote Control) Digital Input USB Port mini-VGA Port DC Port TF Card 1
Remote & Keypad LED Lights Power On/Off Direction Pad Select Source Main Menu Navigation OK Volume Up Volume Down Keystone Adjustment Keystone Adjustment Media Player Menu Navigation Input On / Off Exit/Back Remote 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 P7 unit. NOTE: Pressing power on the remote will only put the projector in STANDBY mode.
Accessories A/V Cable Power Adapter Remote VGA Adapter Cable (Sold Separately) Internal Battery (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. 4. Connect the power cord to the P7. Connect the other end of the power cord into the wall power source. Toggle the On / Off switch on the side of the projector to the “ON” position -- the projector should automatically turn on. If the projector does not automatically turn on with the “Power Switch” toggled to the “ON” position, press the “ON/OFF POWER” button on the keypad and hold for 2-3 seconds to start the projector. Standby Mode 1. 2.
Focus Adjusment / Throw Distance Focus Adjustment • Spin the focus wheel up or down until the image becomes clear. 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 headphones are powered on. Step 3: Place the headphones on and enjoy! *CAUTION: Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may impair hearing.
Loading External Content The P7 can read files directly from both a TF Card and USB Drive.
Loading External Content Cont. How to insert your TF Card • Slide in your TF card into the TF card slot on the side of the P7 (as shown in picture). • Gently slide the TF card until it clicks into place.
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.
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.
Chapter 3 Menu Screens Main Menu The P7 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 devices. LED Lights Direction Pad OK Input • • • • • On / Off 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. To go back to the previous screen, press the “Back” button.
Brightness Menu To change the brightness on your P7: • Select the “Brightness” icon (Fig. 3.1) • Select the brightness you wish (Fig. 3.2). Please note that “Boost” brightness is the only setting available when the projector is plugged into power. 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 P7 will show all folders and files you have on your USB or TF drive. Use the navigation buttons 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. OK Volume Down Positive Keystone Adjustment Volume Up Negative Keystone Adjustment OK Enter Video Player Submenu • To open/hide the video playback menu, use the “OK” and “Back” Buttons on the projector.
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 “Back” 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” and “Back” buttons on the projector. Move selection left OK 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 P7 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. OK 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” 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 OK 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 First, a digital input cable is required from your P7 to your other device. In the Main Menu Select the “Inputs” Icon Then select the “Digital Video” Icon Connectivity to Multimedia Devices The P7 can connect to many media devices including: computers, laptops, iPhones, iPads, DVD players, smart phones, cameras, video game consoles and other peripherals with ease. *Some smartphones require video out capabilities to be displayed with the P7.
Connecting to Digital Input Video 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 your P7’s Digital Input port. Step 3: In the Main Menu, select the “Digital Video” Icon. Your P7 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.
Connecting to a Computer via VGA First, a VGA adapter cable is required from your P7 to your computer. This can be purchased on the AAXA website at www.aaxatech.com Step 1: Connect one end of the VGA adapter cable to your computer’s VGA port. Step 2: Connect the other end of the VGA adapter cable to your P7’s mini-VGA port. Step 3: In the Main Menu select the “Inputs” icon and then the VGA icon.
Connecting to a Computer via VGA Cont. Step 4: Enabling VGA output on your Computer – To enable VGA 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 VGA output. Below are standard instructions for a Windows 10 computer – not all systems are the same. Step 5: Press Windows+P to toggle through display settings. Select either “Duplicate” or “Extend” depending on your viewing option.
Connecting to Composite Video Step 1: Connect the 3.5mm Composite AV Cable to the back of the P7. 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 P7 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 navigation pad or remote to highlight the option you wish to choose (Fig 3.7). • To open/hide the music playerback menu, use the “OK” and “Back” button on the projector. Volume Down Volume Up OK 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 P7 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 2 different power modes for the P7: Standard and Boost** • Standard: A normal mode. Available while plugged in and defaulted to while on battery. • Boost: The brightest mode. Only available while plugged in. **Boost mode should only be used in low temperature environments with adequate clearance of exhaust / intake vents. A tripod is highly recommended. DO NOT block vents while operating in Boost mode.
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
Option Settings Language Selection • Changes the language of the device.
Picture Settings Picture Mode • Changes the picture mode to different settings depending on your usage Brightness • Changes the brightness setting • Adjusts the color temperature from warm to cool (red to blue) Color Temperature Aspect Ratio • Changes the aspect ratio of the picture - Auto, 4:3, 16:9*, etc.
Chapter 5 Technical Details Troubleshooting IMAGE IS BLURRED Possible Causes Solution The Projector is not in focus Adjust the focus with the focus adjustment dial 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 evern plane with the screen. NO SYNC, NO SIGNAL 1. Be sure to setup the computer to enable a video signal output. On some laptops this is done by pressing and holding Function F5 key.
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. Confirm that the unit is charged and has enough power (if battery is installed). The power button was not held long enough To power on the projector, the power button needs to be depressed for a full 3 seconds.
Specifications Brightness: Native Resolution: Contrast Ratio: Aspect Ratio: Projection Lens: Image Size: Lamp: Optional Battery Runtime: Video in: Audio Output: TF Card: USB: Dimensions: Weight: Supported File Formats: 600 Lumens 1920x1080 (1080P) 2000:1 16:9 Manual Focus 16~120 inches Triple RGB LEDs with Vibrant Color Technology Life 30,000hrs 90 Minutes Composite A/V mini-VGA Digital Input (Compatible with Full Size HDMI™) 2x 2W stereo speaker 3.
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Please direct all customer service inquiries to: AAXA Technologies, Inc. 17691 Mitchell N., Unit #B Irvine, CA 92614 (714) 957-1999 info@aaxatech.
