Philips PPX520 User Manual

User Manual

PicoPix Max One

Portable projector

PPX520

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Table of contents

Introduction 3

Dear customer 3 About this user manual 3 What’s in the box 3 Customer service centre 3

1 General safety information 4

Setting up the product 4 Repairs 4 Power supply 5

2 Overview 5

Top view 5 Front view 5 Rear view 6 Remote control 6

3 Connect 7

HDMI connection for image projection 7 USB-C connection for image projection 7

4 Operation 8

Place the projector 8 Connect power supply 8 Prepare the remote control 8 Power on and set up 9 Placement options 10

5 Other features 11

Listen through external speakers or headphones 11

Charge a USB device 12 Use easy link 12

6 Change settings 13

Language settings 13 Input source selection 13 Picture settings 13 Power control settings 14 Restore default settings 14 Other settings 14

7 Service 15

Built-in battery care 15 Cleaning 15 Update software 15 Troubleshooting 16

8 Appendix 18

Technical data 18 CE statement 19 FCC statement 19 Canada regulatory compliance 19 Other notice 19

Introduction

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this projector.

We hope you enjoy this product and the many functions it offers!

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.

Read the entire user manual carefully. Follow all safety instructions in order to ensure proper operation of this product (see General safety information, page 4). The manufacturer accepts no liability if these instructions are not followed.

Symbols used

Notice Troubleshooting

This symbol indicates tips that will help you in using this product more effectively and easily.

DANGER!

Danger of personal injury!

This symbol gives warning of danger of personal injury. Physical injury or damage can result from improper handling.

CAUTION!

Damage to the product or loss of data!

This symbol gives warning of damage to the product and possible loss of data. Damage can result from improper handling.

What’s in the box

AQuick Start Guide

BPicoPix Max One projector (PPX520/INT)

CTransport bag

D2x power plug adapter (UK, US)

E2x AAA batteries

F1x power adapter

GRemote control

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Customer service centre

You can find the support hotline in the warranty card or online:

Web: www.philips.com/support

Mail: [e-mail]

International Phone: [phone]

Please ask your provider for international call costs!

Access the electronic user manual at https://support.philipsprojection.com

Access the community forum at https://community.philipsprojection.com

Introduction

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1 General safety information

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.

Setting up the product

This product is for indoor use only. Place the product securely on a stable, flat surface. To help avoid possible injuries to persons or

damage to the product itself, position all cables in such a way that no one will trip over them.

Do not operate the product in damp rooms. Never touch the mains cable or the mains connection with wet hands.

The product must have sufficient ventilation and must not be covered. Do not put the product in closed cabinets, boxes, or other enclosures when in use. Do not cover the lens during operation.

Protect the product from direct sunlight, heat, intense temperature fluctuations and moisture. Do not place the product in the vicinity of heaters or air conditioners. Observe the information on temperature listed in the technical data (see Technical data, page 18).

Prolonged operation of the product causes the surface to become warm hot. In case of

overheating, the product automatically switches to standby mode.

Do not allow liquids to leak into the product. Turn off the product and disconnect it from the mains supply if liquids or foreign substances leaked into the product. Have the product inspected by an authorised service centre.

Always handle the product with care. Avoid touching the lens. Never place heavy or sharp objects on the product or on the power cable.

If the product gets too hot or emits smoke, shut it down immediately and unplug the power cable. Have your product checked by an authorised service centre. Keep the product away from open flames (e.g. candles).

The product has built-in battery. Do not dissemble and modify. The built-in battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only.

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!

Risk of explosion with incorrect type of batteries!

There is a risk of explosion if the wrong battery type is used.

Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or embedded batteries) to excessive heat such as sunshine, or open fire.

Under the following conditions, a layer of moisture can appear inside the product which can lead to malfunctions:

•if the product is moved from a cold to a warm area;

•after a cold room is heated;

•when the product is placed in a damp room.

Proceed as follows to avoid any moisture buildup:

1Seal the product in a plastic bag before moving it to another room, in order for it to adapt to room conditions.

2Wait one to two hours before you take the product out of the plastic bag.

The product should not be used in a very dusty environment. Dust particles and other foreign objects may damage the product.

Do not expose the product to extreme vibrations. This may damage the internal components.

Do not allow children to handle the product without supervision. The packing materials should be kept out of the hands of children.

For your own safety, do not use the product during thunderstorms with lightning.

Repairs

Do not repair the product yourself. Improper maintenance can result in injuries or damage to the product. The product must be repaired by an authorised service centre.

Please find the details of authorised service centres on the warranty card supplied with this product.

Do not remove the type label from this product, as this will void the warranty.

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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.

The power outlet shall be installed near the product and shall be easily accessible.

The capacity of the built-in battery diminishes with time. If the product functions only with AC power supply, the built-in battery is defective.

Contact an authorised service centre to replace the built-in battery.

CAUTION!

Always use the button to turn the projector off.

Turn off the product and unplug from the power outlet before cleaning the surface (see Cleaning, page 15). Use a soft, lint-

free cloth. Never use liquid, gaseous or easily flammable cleaners (sprays, abrasives, polishes, alcohol). Do not allow any moisture to reach the interior of the product.

DANGER!

Risk of eye irritation!

This product is equipped with a high power LED (Light Emitting Diode), which emits very bright light. Do not look directly into the projector lens during operation. This could cause eye irritation or damage.

2 Overview

Top view

Max One

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ALED indication

B

Return to a previous menu screen.

C

•Navigate menu options.

•Decrease volume.

D

•Navigate menu options.

•Increase volume.

E

•Access the settings menu.

•Confirm a selection or entry.

Front view

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AProjection lens

BFocus camera

Adjust image sharpness.

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Rear view

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HDMI	USB DC

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•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.

BIR sensor

CHDMI port

Connect to the HDMI output on a playback device.

D

3.5 mm audio output; connect to external speakers or headphones.

EUSB-A port

Connect to power USB devices like Amazon Fire TV stick®, Roku® streaming stick (not for mass storage or media player).

FUSB-C

•Connect to the USB-C video output on a playback device.

•Charge a USB-C device like a smartphone.

GDC

Connect to the power supply.

Remote control

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A

•Quick access and select an input source.

•Access the settings menu.

B

Confirm a selection or entry.

C

Activate focus adjustment.

D

Access the settings menu.

EVolume control

Increase, decrease or mute volume.

F

Return to a previous menu screen.

GNavigation buttons

Navigate menu options.

H

Press and hold for one second to switch the projector on or off.

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3 Connect

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.

HDMI connection for image projection

Connect a playback device (e.g. a Blu-ray player, gaming console, camcorder, digital camera or PC) to the projector through HDMI connection. With this connection, images are shown on the projection screen, and audio is played on the projector.

1Using an HDMI cable, connect the HDMI connector on the projector to the HDMI output on the playback device.

USB-C connection for image projection

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.

1Using a USB-C cable, connect the connector on the projector to the USB-C port on the playback device.

HDMI

USB

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HDMI

USB

DC

2The projector automatically switches to HDMI input when HDMI connection is made. The projection screen shows images.

•If the projection screen does not show images, select HDMI input manually. Press

on the remote control to access input source list, then select HDMI.

2The projector automatically switches to USB-C input when USB-C connection is made. The projection screen shows images.

•If the projection screen does not show images, select USB-C input manually. Press

on the remote control to access input source list, then select USB-C.

Notice

The projector supports stereo audio format only. If no audio from the playback device is heard on the projector, check that the audio output format is set to stereo on the playback device.

Connect

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