ASUS P3E User Manual

LED projector

E-Manual

P3 Series

E12588

First Edition

March 2017

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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..........................................................................................................	13
Rear view............................................................................................................	14
Right side...........................................................................................................	17
Left side .............................................................................................................	17
Bottom view......................................................................................................	18
LED projector remote control......................................................................	19
Replacing the battery....................................................................................	21
Chapter 2: Setting up
Operating your LED projector......................................................................	24
Connect the LED projector to the power adapter...............................	24
Connect the LED projector to your device.............................................	26
Adjust the height of the LED projector...................................................	32
Press the power button.................................................................................	34
Adjust the image focus.................................................................................	35

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Chapter 3: Using the onscreen display menu
Launching programs from the onscreen display menu.....................	38
Control panel grid...........................................................................................	39
Using your LED projector for the first time..............................................	40
Accessing your LED projector’s settings...................................................	41
Transferring data (on selected models)....................................................	50
Using 3D glasses...............................................................................................	51
Using Demo Mode...........................................................................................	53
Enabling Demo Mode...................................................................................	53
Creating and playing your own demo video........................................	54
Using the Media Center..................................................................................	55
Launching the Media Center......................................................................	55
Opening files from the microSD Card, USB Drive,
or internal memory........................................................................................	56
WiFi .............................................................................................................	62
Multi-language versions...............................................................................	68
Appendices
Federal Communications Commission Statement.............................	70
Regional notice for California.....................................................................	70
Canadian Department of Communications Statement....................	71
Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ..	71
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services..........................................................	71
Specifications for P3 series LED projector..............................................	72
Support PC Timings........................................................................................	75

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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: https://www.asus.com/support

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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.

•When replacing parts of your LED projector, purchase items as specified by ASUS and contact your local service center for assistance.

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Caring for your LED projector

•Switch off 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

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Features

Top view

Focus ring

The focus ring allows you to adjust the image focus of your LED projector.

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Control panel buttons

The control panel buttons allow you to navigate the onscreen display menu. Individually, these buttons also correspond to a specific LED projector setting as indicated below.

Media Center*

Input

Power

Image Position

Brightness

Image Setting

Keystone

Main menu/OK

Volume

Splendid

Contrast

Setup

Blank screen*

*on selected models

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.

•In the event that your LED projector becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least five (5) seconds until your LED projector shuts down.

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Battery status indicator

The battery status indicator provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status. When the projector is running on

battery mode, press the button to show the battery status. Refer to the following table for details:

Color	Status
Solid Green	The projector is plugged to
	a power source, charging
	its battery, and the battery
	power is between 95% and
	100%.

Solid Orange

Solid Blue

Solid Red

The projector is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%

The projector is running on battery mode and the battery power is between 21% and 94%.

The projector is running on battery mode and the battery power is less than 20%.

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Front view

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.

Lens

The lens projects video or image files onscreen from your input device.

WARNING! Do not touch the lens using your hands or any sharp object.

Lens cover

The lens cover protects the lens from scratches and possible dirt build-up.

IMPORTANT! Remove the lens cover before using your LED projector.

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Rear view

P3B

P3E

Remote sensor

The remote 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 7 meters and a receiving angle of ±30 degrees.

Micro USB 2.0 port

This port also allows you to transfer data from your input device to your LED projector.

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MicroSD 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.

Audio speaker

This LED projector uses SonicMaster technology to provide hi-fi sound quality, with richer bass sounds, straight from the builtin audio speaker.

Power bank button (on selected models)

Press this button to show the battery status of your projector on the battery status indicator. When the projector is powered off, press this button to show the battery status and charge your mobile device connected to the power output port (5V / 1.5A).

VGA port

This port allows you to connect your LED projector to other VGA-compatible devices.

HDMI/MHL port

This port is for the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector and also supports MHL (Mobile HI-Definition Link) compatible devices. This port is HDCP compliant for HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content playback.

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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.

Audio output jack port

The audio output jack port allows you to connect your LED projector to amplified speakers or headphones.

Power output port

This power output port provides up to 5V/1.5A of output voltage and current. You can connect your mobile device to this port to keep it charged.

NOTE: This port does not provide charging when the system is on, using MHL device, or in Dynamic Mode.

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.

IMPORTANT! Use only the bundled power adapter to charge the battery pack and supply power to your LED projector.

Ambient lighting (on selected models)

Press this button to project ambient lighting to create ideal moods and atmospheres.

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Right side

Kensington® security slot

The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your LED projector using Kensington® compatible LED projector security products.

Left side

Air vents

The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit your 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 5.7 degrees or 9 degrees.

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 specific 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 7 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 file.

Play/Pause - Press this button to play or stop your audio or video file.

Fast-forward - Press this button to fast-forward your audio or video file.

Battery compartment

The battery compartment allows you to use a CR2025 lithium coin battery to power your LED projector’s remote control.

NOTE: For more details on using the battery compartment, refer to the Replacing the battery section in this manual.

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Replacing the battery

A.Move the battery compartment’s latch to the right to unlock the battery holder.

B.Pull down the battery holder and remove it completely out of the battery compartment.

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C.Remove the old battery then insert the new CR2025 lithium coin battery into the battery holder with the positive side (+) facing up.

D.Slide the battery holder back into the battery compartment. Push it all the way in until you hear a soft click, indicating that the battery compartment is locked back in place.

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Chapter 2:

Setting up

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