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... installing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your limited coverage from ViewSonic® Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right corner of our website. M1 mini Portable LED Projector User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide...
... installing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your limited coverage from ViewSonic® Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right corner of our website. M1 mini Portable LED Projector User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide...
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.... • The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Do not install near any heavy objects on the projector or connection cables. • Do not stand the projector on end vertically. Doing so may damage your eyes. • Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is on. • Do not block the projection lens with live parts. • When moving...
.... • The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Do not install near any heavy objects on the projector or connection cables. • Do not stand the projector on end vertically. Doing so may damage your eyes. • Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is on. • Do not block the projection lens with live parts. • When moving...
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Projection Orientation 13 Projection Dimensions 14 Top Plate Removal/Installation 15 Making Connections 16 Connecting to Power 16 Using the Battery 17 Battery Usage Time Information 17 Connecting to External Devices 18 HDMI Connection 18 USB Connection...18 Using the Projector 19 Starting Up the Projector 19 Adjusting the Projected Image 20 Adjusting the Projector's Height and Projection Angle 20 Adjusting the Focus 21 Shutting Down the Projector 22 5 Replacing the Batteries 12 Initial Setup 13 Choosing a Location - Contents Safety Precautions 3 Introduction...
Projection Orientation 13 Projection Dimensions 14 Top Plate Removal/Installation 15 Making Connections 16 Connecting to Power 16 Using the Battery 17 Battery Usage Time Information 17 Connecting to External Devices 18 HDMI Connection 18 USB Connection...18 Using the Projector 19 Starting Up the Projector 19 Adjusting the Projected Image 20 Adjusting the Projector's Height and Projection Angle 20 Adjusting the Focus 21 Shutting Down the Projector 22 5 Replacing the Batteries 12 Initial Setup 13 Choosing a Location - Contents Safety Precautions 3 Introduction...
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... the ambient lighting conditions, selected input signal contrast/brightness settings, and projection distance. 8 Features • Short throw lens design allows for easy navigation. • LED light source with high-performance LED projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of the projected image will vary depending on your projector. NOTE: The apparent brightness of use. Introduction This Lamp Free Pocket Cinema provides users with excellent light source life (30,000 hours). • Color modes for...
... the ambient lighting conditions, selected input signal contrast/brightness settings, and projection distance. 8 Features • Short throw lens design allows for easy navigation. • LED light source with high-performance LED projection and a user-friendly design to deliver high reliability and ease of the projected image will vary depending on your projector. NOTE: The apparent brightness of use. Introduction This Lamp Free Pocket Cinema provides users with excellent light source life (30,000 hours). • Color modes for...
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In the event of a system crash, use the Reset Button to restart the projector. 10 Product Overview Projector Vent Smart Stand Lens Speaker IR Receiver Focus Ring USB Type A Port DC (Micro USB Port) Top Plate Lanyard Attachment Point IR Receiver Reset Button¹ LED Indicator Power Switch HDMI Power Switch HDMI Port 1.
In the event of a system crash, use the Reset Button to restart the projector. 10 Product Overview Projector Vent Smart Stand Lens Speaker IR Receiver Focus Ring USB Type A Port DC (Micro USB Port) Top Plate Lanyard Attachment Point IR Receiver Reset Button¹ LED Indicator Power Switch HDMI Power Switch HDMI Port 1.
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Remote Control Button Icon Power Home Up/Down/Left/Right OK Settings Return Volume Up Mute Volume Down Description Turns the projector On or Off Access the Home menu Navigates and selects the desired menu items and makes adjustments Confirms the selection Displays the Settings menu Returns to the previous screen Increase the volume level Mute the volume Decrease the volume level 11
Remote Control Button Icon Power Home Up/Down/Left/Right OK Settings Return Volume Up Mute Volume Down Description Turns the projector On or Off Access the Home menu Navigates and selects the desired menu items and makes adjustments Confirms the selection Displays the Settings menu Returns to the previous screen Increase the volume level Mute the volume Decrease the volume level 11
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Connect the USB cord to the Micro USB Port on how to Power 1. NOTE: Charge the projector for 2 hours (5V/2A) before using it in battery mode for the first time. 16 Connecting to connect the projector with other end of the projector. 2. Plug the other equipment. Making Connections This section guides you on the side of the USB cord into a power bank, smartphone adapter, or PC (5V/2A).
Connect the USB cord to the Micro USB Port on how to Power 1. NOTE: Charge the projector for 2 hours (5V/2A) before using it in battery mode for the first time. 16 Connecting to connect the projector with other end of the projector. 2. Plug the other equipment. Making Connections This section guides you on the side of the USB cord into a power bank, smartphone adapter, or PC (5V/2A).
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...; To keep the projector powered on and prevent shutdown, a 5V/2A power input and the supplied cable should be used. 1 Charging time can be longer than 5V/2A. 17 As the battery's power level runs low, the screen will show at low battery status, using the 2.5W loading from being fully recharged. • When the projector is in use, using less than two hours if using the USB A port to...
...; To keep the projector powered on and prevent shutdown, a 5V/2A power input and the supplied cable should be used. 1 Charging time can be longer than 5V/2A. 17 As the battery's power level runs low, the screen will show at low battery status, using the 2.5W loading from being fully recharged. • When the projector is in use, using less than two hours if using the USB A port to...
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Push the Power Switch to turn on the remote control to a power source or that the battery has sufficient charge. 2. Move the Smart Stand to Off. or 3. NOTE: When not in use, please push the Power Switch to your desired viewing angle. If only using the Power button on the projector. Using the Projector Starting Up the Projector 1. Alternatively, press the Power button on the remote control. Ensure the projector is connected to power off, the projector will enter standby mode and the embedded battery will still consume some power. 19
Push the Power Switch to turn on the remote control to a power source or that the battery has sufficient charge. 2. Move the Smart Stand to Off. or 3. NOTE: When not in use, please push the Power Switch to your desired viewing angle. If only using the Power button on the projector. Using the Projector Starting Up the Projector 1. Alternatively, press the Power button on the remote control. Ensure the projector is connected to power off, the projector will enter standby mode and the embedded battery will still consume some power. 19
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NOTE: When not in use, please push the Power Switch to power off the projector. Push the Power Switch on the projector or the Power button on the remote control. To cancel, press any other button on the remote control and the following confirmation message will still consume some power. 22 If only using the Power button on the remote control again to turn off , the projector will enter standby mode and the embedded battery will appear...
NOTE: When not in use, please push the Power Switch to power off the projector. Push the Power Switch on the projector or the Power button on the remote control. To cancel, press any other button on the remote control and the following confirmation message will still consume some power. 22 If only using the Power button on the remote control again to turn off , the projector will enter standby mode and the embedded battery will appear...
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... Only use an USB extension cable, the USB device may not recognize the USB. 3. Data on screen if a video, music, or photo file are selected to be opened. Larger files will appear on USB storage devices may not be compatible. 2. How to Use the Media Control Bar Buttons The media control bar buttons will need extra time to load. 5. If you use USB storage devices formatted with Windows FAT32...
... Only use an USB extension cable, the USB device may not recognize the USB. 3. Data on screen if a video, music, or photo file are selected to be opened. Larger files will appear on USB storage devices may not be compatible. 2. How to Use the Media Control Bar Buttons The media control bar buttons will need extra time to load. 5. If you use USB storage devices formatted with Windows FAT32...
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Image Setting Menu Menu Option Description Color Mode The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you have previously adjusted the Brightness setting to suit your selected input and viewing environment. This mode is required, i.e. Contrast 1 Use this to set the peak white level after you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input signal. Sharpness 1 A high value results in a darker image. Lower values will result in a sharper...
Image Setting Menu Menu Option Description Color Mode The projector is preset with several predefined picture modes so that you have previously adjusted the Brightness setting to suit your selected input and viewing environment. This mode is required, i.e. Contrast 1 Use this to set the peak white level after you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input signal. Sharpness 1 A high value results in a darker image. Lower values will result in a sharper...
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... the picture becomes. Menu Option Saturation Tint Color Temp Description Refers to the amount of that color in fact, a setting of "0" removes that color will be overpowering and unrealistic. The higher the value, the more reddish the picture becomes. If the saturation is too high, that color from the image entirely. Select the color temperature setting. • 6500K: Maintains normal white coloring. • 7500K: A higher, cooler color temperature than...
... the picture becomes. Menu Option Saturation Tint Color Temp Description Refers to the amount of that color in fact, a setting of "0" removes that color will be overpowering and unrealistic. The higher the value, the more reddish the picture becomes. If the saturation is too high, that color from the image entirely. Select the color temperature setting. • 6500K: Maintains normal white coloring. • 7500K: A higher, cooler color temperature than...
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NOTE: The Power Bank function can only work when the projector is powered off the projector by pushing the Power Switch. 2. To charge your mobile device. Use the USB Type A port on the projector to connect to the mobile device. Turn off . 41 A 5V/1A power charge can be provided to a mobile device. 3. Power Bank Function The projector can also act as a power bank for your mobile device: 1.
NOTE: The Power Bank function can only work when the projector is powered off the projector by pushing the Power Switch. 2. To charge your mobile device. Use the USB Type A port on the projector to connect to the mobile device. Turn off . 41 A 5V/1A power charge can be provided to a mobile device. 3. Power Bank Function The projector can also act as a power bank for your mobile device: 1.
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Appendix Specifications Item Projector Input Signal Resolution Input Ouput Power Input Operating Conditions Dimensions Weight Power Modes Category Type Display Size Brightness Throw Distance Lens Optical Zoom Light Source Type Light Source Life (Normal) Display Color Keystone Battery Capacity HDMI Native Support HDMI USB Type-A Micro USB Speaker USB Type A (Power) Input Voltage Temperature Humidity Physical (W x H x D) Physical On Off Specifications 0.2" WVGA, LED 24"~100" 120 LED Lumens 0.64-2.66 m (39"@1 m) F=1.7, f=7.5 mm Fixed RGB LED up to 30,000 hours 1.07 Billion Colors -/+ 40 (...
Appendix Specifications Item Projector Input Signal Resolution Input Ouput Power Input Operating Conditions Dimensions Weight Power Modes Category Type Display Size Brightness Throw Distance Lens Optical Zoom Light Source Type Light Source Life (Normal) Display Color Keystone Battery Capacity HDMI Native Support HDMI USB Type-A Micro USB Speaker USB Type A (Power) Input Voltage Temperature Humidity Physical (W x H x D) Physical On Off Specifications 0.2" WVGA, LED 24"~100" 120 LED Lumens 0.64-2.66 m (39"@1 m) F=1.7, f=7.5 mm Fixed RGB LED up to 30,000 hours 1.07 Billion Colors -/+ 40 (...
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F Focus Manually improve the clarity of the projected image. I Information Displays the timing mode (video signal input), the projector model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic® website URL. 46 All terms are listed in well lit rooms. Brightness Adjusts brightness levels of the screen image C Color Adjusts the color saturation. This mode is ideal for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the projector in alphabetical order. A Aspect Ratio Refers to the...
F Focus Manually improve the clarity of the projected image. I Information Displays the timing mode (video signal input), the projector model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic® website URL. 46 All terms are listed in well lit rooms. Brightness Adjusts brightness levels of the screen image C Color Adjusts the color saturation. This mode is ideal for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the projector in alphabetical order. A Aspect Ratio Refers to the...
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... finished then try another power outlet or another electrical device with the Source key on There is no obstacles between the remote control and projector; Problem or Issue The projector does not turn on either the projector or the remote control. • Adjusting the Focus Ring will help correctly focus the projection lens. • Ensure the projector and screen are aligned properly. and that you may experience when using the projector.
... finished then try another power outlet or another electrical device with the Source key on There is no obstacles between the remote control and projector; Problem or Issue The projector does not turn on either the projector or the remote control. • Adjusting the Focus Ring will help correctly focus the projection lens. • Ensure the projector and screen are aligned properly. and that you may experience when using the projector.
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.... Cleaning the Case • Use a soft, lint-free, dry cloth to damage the lens and/or case of the projector. • ViewSonic® will not be liable for an extended period of time: • Ensure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommend range. • Retract the adjuster foot completely. • Remove the batteries from the remote control...
.... Cleaning the Case • Use a soft, lint-free, dry cloth to damage the lens and/or case of the projector. • ViewSonic® will not be liable for an extended period of time: • Ensure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommend range. • Retract the adjuster foot completely. • Remove the batteries from the remote control...
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... other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product. ͫ Operation outside of product specifications. ͫ Operation of the product for a particular purpose. 59 To obtain warranted service, you will need to provide your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of supplies or parts not meeting Viewsonic's specifications. ͫ Normal wear and tear. ͫ Any...
... other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product. ͫ Operation outside of product specifications. ͫ Operation of the product for a particular purpose. 59 To obtain warranted service, you will need to provide your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of supplies or parts not meeting Viewsonic's specifications. ͫ Normal wear and tear. ͫ Any...
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... not cover: 1. Any product exhibiting a condition commonly known as electrical power fluctuations or failure. ͫ Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic®'s specifications. ͫ Normal wear and tear. ͫ Any other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, unauthorized attempted repair, or failure to follow instructions supplied with a like product. Applies to terms and conditions, verification and approval. Removal, installation, insurance, and set-up service...
... not cover: 1. Any product exhibiting a condition commonly known as electrical power fluctuations or failure. ͫ Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic®'s specifications. ͫ Normal wear and tear. ͫ Any other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, unauthorized attempted repair, or failure to follow instructions supplied with a like product. Applies to terms and conditions, verification and approval. Removal, installation, insurance, and set-up service...