Asus P2M User Manual
LED projector
E-Manual
P2 Series
E8156
July 2013
First Edition
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Table of Contents
About this manual ............................................................................................. 5
Conventions used in this manual ............................................................... 6
Typography ......................................................................................................... 6
Multi-language versions ................................................................................6
Safety precautions ............................................................................................. 7
Using your LED projector ............................................................................... 7
Servicing and replacement of parts .......................................................... 7
Caring for your LED projector ...................................................................... 8
Proper disposal .................................................................................................. 8
Chapter 1: Knowing your LED projector
Features ...............................................................................................................10
Top view .............................................................................................................10
Front view ..........................................................................................................12
Rear view ...........................................................................................................13
Left side .............................................................................................................16
Right side ...........................................................................................................17
Bottom view .....................................................................................................18
LED projector remote control ...................................................................... 19
Replacing the battery ...................................................................................21
Chapter 2: Setting up
Operating your LED projector ..................................................................... 24
1. Connect the LED projector to the power adapter. .........................24
2. Connect the LED projector to your device........................................27
3. Adjust the height of the LED projector. .............................................28
4. Press the power button. ..........................................................................30
5. Adjust the image focus. ...........................................................................31
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Chapter 3: Using the onscreen display menu
Launching programs from the onscreen display menu .....................34
Control panel grid ..........................................................................................35
Using your LED projector for the first time .............................................36
Accessing your LED projector’s settings .................................................. 38
Using Demo Mode ...........................................................................................46
Enabling Demo Mode ...................................................................................46
Creating and playing your own demo video ........................................47
Using the Media Center .................................................................................48
Launching the Media Center ......................................................................48
Opening les from the SD Card or USB Drive .......................................49
Multi-language versions ..............................................................................56
Appendices
Federal Communications Commission Statement .............................58
Canadian Department of Communications Statement....................59
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration .59
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ..........................................................59
Support PC Timings .......................................................................................60
Specications for P2 LED projector series .............................................61
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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and software
features of your LED projector through the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Knowing your LED Projector
This chapter details the parts of your LED projector and its
accompanying remote control.
Chapter 2: Setting up
This chapter shows you how to set up your LED projector and
use its parts for input device connection.
Chapter 3: Using the onscreen display menu
This chapter talks about the features of your LED projector’s
onscreen display menu and how to navigate it using the control
panel.
Appendices
This section includes safety notices for your LED projector.
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Conventions used in this manual
To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented
as follows:
IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be
followed to complete a task.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that
can help complete tasks.
WARNING! This message contains important information that must
be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent
damage to your LED projector's data and components.
Typography
Bold = This indicates a menu or an item that must be selected.
Italic = This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.
Multi-language versions
Download other language versions of this E-Manual via this website:
http://support.asus.com
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Safety precautions
Using your LED projector
• Refer to the manual and take note of the safety instructions
before operating your LED projector.
• Follow the notes and warnings stated in the user manual.
• Do not place your LED projector on uneven or unstable surfaces.
• Do not use your LED projector in smoky environments. Smoke
residue may cause build-up on critical parts and damage the
LED projector or decrease its performance.
• Keep the LED projector’s plastic packages out of the reach of
children.
• Do not block or place anything near the LED projector’s
ventilation holes. Doing so may cause internal heat build-up
that can degrade picture quality and damage the projector.
• Ensure that the operating voltage of your LED projector
matches the voltage of your power source.
Servicing and replacement of parts
• Do not disassemble or attempt to service this LED projector by
yourself. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose used batteries according to safety instructions and
contact your local ASUS service center for assistance.
• When replacing parts of your LED projector, purchase items
as specied by ASUS and contact your local service center for
assistance.
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Caring for your LED projector
• Switch o then unplug the LED projector from the power outlet
before cleaning it.
• When cleaning the LED projector’s housing, use a clean soft
cloth dampened with water or a mix of water and neutral
detergent. Wipe it dry using a soft dry cloth.
• Ensure that the lens is cool before cleaning it. Gently wipe the
lens using a lens cleaning paper. Do not touch the lens with
your hands.
• Do not use liquid or aerosole cleaners, benzene, or thinners on
your LED projector.
• Never operate this LED projector immediately after moving it
from a cold location. When the LED projector is exposed to a
drastic change in temperature, moisture may condense on the
lens and its other internal parts. To prevent this, use the unit two
(2) hours after an extreme or sudden change in temperature
occurs.
Proper disposal
Do not throw your LED projector in municipal waste. This
product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts
and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment
and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not
be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for
disposal of electronic products.
Do not throw the battery in municipal waste. The symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery
should not be placed in municipal waste.
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Chapter 1:
Knowing your LED
projector
Chapter 1: Knowing your LED projector
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Features
Top view
NOTE: Actual appearance may vary depending on model.
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Focus ring
The focus ring allows you to adjust the image focus of your LED
projector.
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Control panel buttons
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
VGA HDMI
The control panel buttons allow you to navigate the onscreen
display menu. Individually, these buttons also correspond to a
specic LED projector setting as indicated below.
*
*
Media Center Input Power
Image Position Brightness Image Setting
Keystone Main menu/OK Volume
Splendid Contrast Setup
*
*
VGA HDMI
NOTE: For more information on using the control panel buttons
to access your LED projector’s settings, refer to the Accessing
your LED projector’s settings section in this manual.
* on selected models only
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Front view
Lens
The lens projects video or image les onscreen from your input
device.
WARNING! Do not touch the lens using your hands or any sharp
object.
Air vents
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the LED
projector.
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WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other
objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating
may occur.
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Rear view
HDM I/MH L
HDM I/MH L
P2B/P2M
P2E
Infrared (IR) sensor
The IR sensor detects signal from your LED projector’s remote
control, allowing you to access the LED projector’s control
panel from a distance of up to ten (10) meters and a receiving
angle of 15°.
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Power (DC) input port
Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the
battery pack and supply power to your LED projector.
WARNING! The adapter may become warm to hot while in
use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body
while it is connected to a power source.
Micro SD card reader
This built-in memory card reader supports microSD and
microSDHC card formats.
USB 2.0 port
The USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus 2.0) port is compatible with
USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices.
Micro USB 2.0 port*
This port also allows you to transfer data from your input device
to your LED projector.
Audio output jack port
The audio output jack port allows you to connect your LED
projector to amplied speakers or headphones.
Mini VGA port
The mini VGA port allows you to connect your LED projector to
a standard VGA-compatible device.
Manual reset hole*
Insert a straightened paperclip in this hole to restore your LED
projector to its default settings.
*on selected models only
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HDMI/MHL port
This port is for the HDMI (High-Denition Multimedia Interface)
connector and also supports MHL (Mobile HI-Denition Link)
compatible devices. This port is HDCP compliant for HD DVD,
Blu-ray, and other protected content playback.
Air vents
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the LED
projector.
WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other
objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating
may occur.
*on selected models only
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HDM I/MH L
Left side
Air vents
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the
LED projector.
WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other
objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating
may occur.
Kensington® security slot
The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your LED
projector using Kensington® compatible LED projector security
products.
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Right side
HDM I/MH L
9
°
12
°
Air vents
The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the
LED projector.
WARNING! Ensure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other
objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating
may occur.
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Bottom view
Built-in stand
This LED projector comes with a built-in stand that allows you
to adjust the height of the projector by either 9° or 12°.
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Tripod socket
Connect the LED projector to a tripod using this socket.
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LED projector remote control
NOTE: Actual appearance may vary depending on model.
Control panel buttons
The control panel buttons allow you to navigate the onscreen
display menu. Individually, these buttons also correspond to a
specic LED projector setting.
NOTE: For more details on using the control panel buttons, refer
to the Using the onscreen display menu section in this manual.
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Remote control buttons
These additional buttons allow you to use the LED projector
from a distance of up to 10 meters.
Back - Press this button to go back to the previous screen.
Home - Press this button to go back to the home screen.
Laser pointer - Press this button to activate the laser
pointer of the remote control.
Rewind - Press this button to rewind your audio or video
le.
Play/Pause - Press this button to play or stop your audio or
video le.
Fast-forward - Press this button to fast-forward your audio
or video le.
Battery compartment
The battery compartment allows you to use a CR2025 or
CR2032 lithium coin battery to power your LED projector’s
remote control.
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NOTE: For more details on using the battery compartment, refer
to the Replacing the battery section in this manual.
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