User Manual PicoPix Max One Portable projector PPX520 Register your product and get support at www.philips.
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Introduction Dear customer What’s in the box a Quick Start Guide b PicoPix Max One projector (PPX520/INT) c Transport bag Thank you for purchasing this projector. d 2x power plug adapter (UK, US) We hope you enjoy this product and the many functions it offers! e 2x AAA batteries About this user manual The quick start guide supplied with this product allows you to start using this product quickly and easily. Detailed descriptions can be found in the following sections of this user manual.
1 General safety information Do not try to replace the built-in battery yourself. Incorrect handling of the battery or using the wrong type of battery can cause damage to the product or cause injury. DANGER! Take note of all warning and safety notes indicated. Do not make any changes or settings that are not described in this user manual. Incorrect operation, and improper handling can lead to physical injury, damage to the product or loss of data.
Power supply Use only a power adapter which is certified for this product (see Technical data, page 18). Check whether the mains voltage of the power supply matches the mains voltage available at the setup location. This product complies with the voltage type specified on the product. 2 Overview Top view The power outlet shall be installed near the product and shall be easily accessible. The capacity of the built-in battery diminishes with time.
Rear view ab c Remote control d e f g a b h HDMI USB DC g OK c f d a • Press and hold for one second to switch the projector on or off. • When the projector is switched on, the LED turns white. When the projector is switched off, the LED turns off. • When charging the projector, the LED turns red regardless of the projector switching on or off. b IR sensor c HDMI port Connect to the HDMI output on a playback device. e a • d 3.5 mm audio output; connect to external speakers or headphones.
3 Connect USB-C connection for image projection Notice You need to connect the projector to an HDMI or USB-C device, so that the projection screen can show images. Make sure all devices are disconnected from the power outlet before establishing or changing any connections. Connect a USB-C device (e.g. a mobile phone, tablet or laptop) to the projector through USB-C connection. With this connection, images are shown on the projection screen, and audio is played on the projector.
4 Operation Notice You need to connect the projector to an HDMI or USB-C device, so that the projection screen can show images (see Connect, page 7). Place the projector Place the projector on a flat surface in front of the projection surface. described in the section of “Operation by external power”. • When charging, the LED on the projector turns red. When fully charged, the red LED turns off.
When using the remote control, point the remote control at the IR sensor located on the back of the projector, and make sure there is no obstacle between the remote control and the IR sensor. Power on and set up 1 Press and hold on the projector (or on the remote control) for 1 second to switch the projector on or off. • • When the projector is switched on, the LED on the projector turns white if the projector is not being charged.
the other image corners if desired. Placement options You can install the projector in the following configurations. Follow the guidelines below for different projector placement. Notice For overhead mounting on ceiling, purchase a projector mount recommended by an installation professional and follow the instructions that come with the mount. Before mounting on the ceiling, make sure the ceiling can support the weight of the projector and mounting kit.
5 Other features Listen through external speakers or headphones 2 To adjust projection to the correct position, press on remote control to access the settings menu, then navigate to select Proj. Direc. - Rev. front proj., then press OK. Connect external speakers or headphones to the projector. With this connection, audio from the projector is played through the external speakers or headphones. DANGER! Danger of hearing damage! Before connecting the headphones, turn down the volume on the projector.
Charge a USB device Use easy link You can charge a USB device (e.g. smartphone, MP3 player or other mobile device). This projector supports easy link which uses the HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) protocol. You can use a single remote control to turn on or off the easy link compliant devices that are connected through HDMI. The manufacturer does not guarantee 100% interoperability with all HDMI CEC devices.
6 Change settings • USB-C: Select it when a USB-C device is connected. This section helps you change the settings of the projector. 1 When the projector is turned on, press or on the remote control (or on the projector) to access the settings menu. 2 Use the Navigation buttons and OK to select and change settings. You need to select a correct input source, so that the projection screen can show images. Picture settings You can access the following picture settings.
Other settings You can also access the following options. • • • • • Color Temp.: Set to Warm to enhance hotter colors such as red; set to Cool to make picture bluish; set to User to customize color values in RGB mode. Power control settings • • Volume: Adjust volume of the projector. CEC: Activate or deactivate easy link between the devices through HDMI connection (see Use easy link, page 12). USB-C Charger: Enable or disable charging of the connected USB-C device.
7 Service Built-in battery care Cleaning the lens Use a soft brush or lens cleaning paper for cleaning the lens of the projector. DANGER! The capacity of the built-in battery diminishes with time. You can prolong the life of the battery if you observe the following points: • • • • • Without a power supply, the projector operates on the built-in battery. When the battery does not have sufficient power, the projector turns off. In this case connect the projector to the power supply.
Troubleshooting Power cycling 2 Wait at least ten seconds. If a problem occurs that cannot be corrected with the instructions in this user manual, follow the steps given here. 3 Turn the projector on again by holding down for 1 second. 4 If the problem persists, please contact our technical service centre or your dealer. 1 Turn the projector off by holding down for 1 second. Problems Solutions The projector cannot be turned on or powered.
Problems Solutions No sound when you connect your computer via HDMI cable. • Check that the sound is activated on the computer and set to output to the projector. The projector does not react to remote control commands. • Check the batteries of the remote control. The temperature of the projector’s surface is warm. • For this projector it is normal to generate moderate heat during operation.
8 Appendix Technical data Package content PicoPix Max One projector, remote control with 2 AAA batteries, AC adapter, power plugs (UK, US), travel pouch, Quick Start Guide Technology/optical Display technology ...............................................DLP Light source ................. LED RGB 4 LED Channels Resolution ..................................... 1920 x 1080 pixel Resolution supported ..................................4K pixel LED lifetime .......................
CE statement • • • • The product shall only be connected to a USB interface of version USB 2.0 or higher. Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. The operating temperature of the EUT can’t exceed 35°C and shouldn’t be lower than 5°C. The plug is considered as disconnect device of adapter. • • • • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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