LED projector E-Manual P3B
E10455 First Edition August 2015 COPYRIGHT AND WARRANTY INFORMATION No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Table of Contents About this manual.............................................................................................. 5 Conventions used in this manual................................................................ 6 Typography.......................................................................................................... 6 Multi-language versions................................................................................. 6 Safety precautions.....................................
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................................................................................
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Features Top view Focus ring The focus ring allows you to adjust the image focus of your LED projector.
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 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.
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 Solid Green 12 Status The projector is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is between 95% and 100%.
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.
Rear view 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. 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.
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 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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 file. Play/Pause - Press this button to play or stop your audio or video file.
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.
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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Operating your LED projector This portable LED projector allows you to plug and play your devices so you can easily open multimedia files, hear audio straight from its built-in SonicMaster speakers, and experience using Wi-Fi to project onscreen. For your safety and to maintain the quality of this unit, refer to the following steps when operating your LED projector. 1. Connect the LED projector to the power adapter A. Connect the AC/DC power cord to the power adapter. B.
AC power cord requirements Use the correct AC plug type according to your current location. IMPORTANT! Contact your sales dealer if the AC power cord bundled with your LED projector does not match your local power source. NOTE: We highly recommend that you use a video source device that also uses a grounding type plug to prevent signal interference due to voltage fluctuations. For Australia and Mainland China For U.S.A., Canada, and Taiwan For Continental Europe For U.K.
2. Connect the LED projector to your device A.
B. MicroSD card NOTE: For details on how to launch files from a memory card, refer to the Launching the Media Center section in this manual.
C. Micro USB NOTE: DO NOT remove your projector from your computer during data transfer, doing so will lead to data loss or corruption.
D. HDMI / MHL NOTE: Some mobile phone models may require a specific adapter for use with HDMI / MHL ports.
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F. USB 2.0 Compatible USB 2.0 input devices: USB cable Flash drive Wi-Fi dongle NOTE: For details on using the USB 2.0 port to launch supported file formats, refer to the Launching the Media Center section in this manual.
3. Adjust the height of the LED projector Your LED projector comes with a built-in stand that helps adjust the image height onscreen. WARNING! Ensure that the built-in stand is fully retracted before placing the LED projector inside the projector bag. NOTES: • Place the LED projector on a stable flat surface. • Keep a space of 30 cm or more between the sides of the LED projector. • Consult your dealer for special installation procedures like suspending the LED projector from the ceiling. 5.
Screen size and projection distance table Adjust the LED projector’s distance from the screen using the table below. Screen size LED projector Projection distance Screen Size Screen Diagonal Width Height Projection Distance inch cm inch cm inch cm ft m 30” 76 25.6" 65 15.7” 40 1.71' 0.52 50” 127 42.1" 107 26.4” 67 2.82' 0.86 65” 165 55.1" 140 34.2” 87 3.67' 1.12 80” 202 67.7" 172 42.1” 107 4.53' 1.38 100" 254 84.6" 215 52.7" 134 5.64' 1.
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5. Adjust the image focus Move the focus ring to the left or to the right to adjust the image focus. NOTE: Use a still image when adjusting the onscreen display.
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NOTE: The following screenshots are for reference only and may be updated without prior notice. Launching programs from the onscreen display menu The onscreen display menu contains a set of programs and settings designed to maximize your use of the LED projector. You can navigate inside the onscreen display menu using the control panel buttons on your LED projector or its accompanying remote control.
Control panel grid The control panel grid guides you through the process of using the control panel buttons to launch active options inside your onscreen display menu. The control panel grid represents the 8 buttons surrounding the button on the control panel.
Using your LED projector for the first time Refer to the following steps when using your LED projector for the first time. 1. Set up your LED projector then press the power button once. The ASUS welcome screen appears to indicate that the LED projector is now turned on. 2. Using the control panel buttons, select the language you want to use in your LED projector. 3.
Accessing your LED projector’s settings Aside from using the control panel buttons to navigate the onscreen display menu, you can also use each of these buttons to launch the following LED projector settings: IMPORTANT! Press Projector Setting on the control panel grid to use these functions in the Media Center. Power Press this button to turn the LED projector on or off. Brightness Press this button to adjust the brightness of your projection onscreen.
Contrast Press this button to set the difference between lighten or darken your projection onscreen. Media Center Press this button to launch the Media Center. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using the Media Center section in this manual. Input Press this button to scan the connected devices to your LED projector.
Splendid Press this button to activate any of the following display modes: Standard, Dynamic, sRGB, Theater, and Scenery. Press this button while on battery mode to activate different brightness modes. The time (HH:MM) under the icon shows the estimated battery life in that brightness mode.
Image Setting Press this button to access the following image settings: • Color Temperature - This option allows you to adjust the light temperature of your LED projector according to the following options: Warm, Normal, Cool. • Color Adjustment (for HDMI/MHL only) - This option allows you to adjust the color of your screen according to the following settings: Auto, RGB, YUV. • Color Enhance - This option allows you to enhance the colors of your projected image.
• Wall Color - This option allows you to choose a proper color according to the wall. This option will compensate the color deviation due to the wall color to show the correct image tone.
Image Position Press this button to access the following image position settings: • Auto Keystone - This option allows you to automatically adjust the alignment of your image. • Horizontal Positioning (for VGA only) - This option allows you to shift the image’s position horizontally. • Projector Position - This option allows you to adjust the position of the projected image based from the location of your LED projector.
• Digital Zoom - This option allows you to zoom in or zoom out your projected display. It also allows you to pan your image to the following directions: left, right, up, or down. • Phase (for VGA only)- This option allows you to adjust the number of lines emitted by the LED projector relative to the computer. • Clock (for VGA only)- This option allows you to adjust the frequency of the LED projector relative to the computer.
Setup Press this button to access the following LED projector settings: • Information - This option shows you the following information about your LED projector: currently used input port, LED projector’s model name, and currently use Splendid mode. • Reset All - This option allows you to reset all the settings you have currently set up for your LED projector.
• Language - This option allows you to select the language to use on your LED projector's onscreen display menu. • E-Manual - This option launches the LED projector’s E-Manual. • Power Timeout - This option allows you to set the number of minutes before your LED projector automatically shuts down when not in use. • Demo Mode - This option turns the demo video features of your LED projector on or off. NOTE: For more details, refer to the Using Demo Mode section in this manual.
Transferring data Your LED projector allows you to transfer data from your input device to your LED projector. To transfer files: 1. Connect a micro usb cable to the micro USB 2.0 port on your LED projector and your computer. 2. Press the 3. Drag and drop files from your computer to your LED projector. button and select Data Transfer. NOTE: DO NOT remove your projector from your computer during data transfer, doing so will lead to data loss or corruption.
Using 3D glasses Your LED projector supports 3D technology for an enhanced viewing experience. Refer to the following details when using your purchased 3D glasses with this LED projector. IMPORTANT: Purchase TI 3D-ready glasses. Your 3D files must be compatible with the TI 3D format. NOTE: For more details on viewing 3D files, refer to the user guide that comes with your 3D glasses. To view 3D files: 1. Download a compatible 3D player software on your computer.
Supported 3D input formats Input Signal Resolution Vertical Frequency (Hz) Supported 3D Formats HDMI XGA 1024 x 768 120 Frame Sequential RGB-PC XGA 1024 x 768 120 Frame Sequential * Resolution supporting 3D mode is 1024 x 768 for HDMI and RGB input. ** Some menus may not work in 120 Hz input. 3D setting NOTE: The 3D setting only appears when a supported 3D file is detected. • 3D Setup - This option allows you to change the 3D setup.
Using Demo Mode View the internal demo video that comes with your LED projector or your own demo videos using Demo Mode. Demo Mode is automatically enabled in your LED projector if you chose On when you turn on the device for the first time. However, choosing Off disables this feature. In this case, you can enable this feature using the following steps. Enabling Demo Mode 1. Launch the Setup control panel grid. 2. Choose Demo Mode > On.
Creating and playing your own demo video Your LED projector allows you to create simple demo videos using a series of photos presented as a slideshow. You may also add a background music to go with the slideshow as it plays onscreen. Create your own demo video and play this on your LED projector using the following steps: 1. Create a folder named ASUS in your microSD Card or USB drive. 2. Select the photos you want to include in your demo video and one music file (optional).
Using the Media Center Show photos, play videos, listen to audio music, and view documents using your LED projector’s Media Center. Through the Media Center, you can also access the Wi-Fi capabilities of your LED projector and connect to USB-enabled input devices. Launching the Media Center The Media Center automatically launches after the LED projector detects an microSD card, external drive, or Wi-Fi dongle connection. You can also manually launch the Media Center by pressing from the control panel.
Opening files from the microSD Card, USB Drive, or internal memory Photo Supported image file formats: • JPG • JPEG • BMP (bitmap) To open an image file: 1. Connect your input device to the LED projector. 2. Turn on the LED projector to launch the Media Center’s onscreen display menu. 3. Select the input device you wish to access. 4. Select Photo. 5. Refer to the control panel grid to help you browse and select the file from your input device.
6. Press to open the selected folder or file. 7. After opening the file, press on the control panel to launch the control panel grid. Video File Type Video Codec Resolution Bit Rate Frame Rate Audio Codec Remarks 280 Mbps 30 fps AC3 DTS MPEG 1/2/3 PCM ADPCM AAC No Support VC-1 AP AVI MKV DIVX DIVX4/5/6 XVID MPEG-2/4 H. 264 M-JPEG WMV3 1080P TS MPEG-2 H. 264 1080P 20 Mbps 30 fps AC3 AAC MPEG 1/2/3 DTS LPCM H.
To open a video file: 1. Connect your input device to the LED projector. 2. Turn on the LED projector to launch the Media Center’s onscreen display menu. 3. Select the input device you wish to access. 4. Select Video. 5. Refer to the control panel grid to help you browse and select the file from your input device. 6. Press to open the selected folder or file. 7. After opening the file, press on the control panel to launch the control panel grid.
Audio File Type Sample Rate (KHz) Bit Rate (Kbps) MP1/ MP2/ MP3 8-48 8—320 WMA 22-48 5—320 64—320 OGG 8-48 ADPCM-WAV 8-48 32—384 PCM-WAV 8-48 128—1536 AAC 8-48 8—256 To open an audio file: 1. Connect your input device to the LED projector. 2. Turn on the LED projector to launch the Media Center’s onscreen display menu. 3. Select the input device you wish to access. 4. Select Music. 5. Refer to the control panel grid to help you browse and select the file from your input device.
6. Press to open the selected folder or file. 7. After opening the file, press on the control panel to launch the control panel grid. Document File Type Support Version Adobe PDF PDF 1.0 PDF 1.1 PDF 1.2 PDF 1.3 PDF 1.
To view documents, refer to the following steps: 1. Connect your input device to the LED projector. 2. Turn on the LED projector to launch the Media Center’s onscreen display menu. 3. Select the input device you wish to access. 4. Select Document. 5. Refer to the control panel grid to help you browse and select the file from your input device. 6. Press to open the selected folder or file. 7. After opening the file, press on the control panel to launch the control panel grid.
WiFi This feature enables wireless connections to your LED projector from input devices equipped with Wi-Fi capabilities like laptops and mobile phones. IMPORTANT! A Wi-Fi dongle is required to enable this feature. Installing the ASUS WiFi Projection You need to install the ASUS WiFi Projection software to project from your input device using WiFi. Download this application using any of the following options: • If you are using an Android OS, download ASUS WiFi Projection from Google® Play Store.
2. Type the password as shown on your LED projector. 3. After connecting your device, type in this IP address on your browser: http://192.168.111.
4. Download ASUS WiFi Projection software from the IP address by clicking on either of the following icons. NOTE: The ASUS WiFI projection software is compatible with Windows® 7, Windows® XP, Windows® Vista, and Mac® OS X. The list of compatible operating systems are subject to change without prior notice.
Using ASUS WiFi Projection Using this mode, you can establish a connection between your input device and your LED projector. 1. Connect the Wi-Fi dongle to your LED projector to launch the Media Center 2. Select ASUS WiFi Projection. NOTE: If the Media Center does not automatically launch, press then select WiFi>ASUS WiFi Projection. 3. Enable the WiFi connection in your input device. Select ASUSP3B (default SSID) or the new SSID you configured for the P3B LED projector.
5. Open ASUS WiFi Projection on your input device. 6. Select P3, and type App Login Password. 7. Tap the feature you would like to use. NOTE: The features are subject to change without prior notice due to software updates. Using your LED Projector as a Wi-Fi hotspot You can connect your LED projector to another Wi-Fi hotspot to enable group access when using the LED projector. 1. Connect the Wi-Fi dongle to your LED projector to launch the Media Center.
2. Select Network setting. 3. Press to scroll up or to scroll down the list of available Wi-Fi hotspots then press to select the Wi-Fi hotspot you would like to connect to. 4. Press to launch the onscreen display menu’s keyboard. Refer to the control panel grid when navigating the keyboard to input the Wi-Fi hotspot’s password then press Enter. NOTE: The P3B LED projector supports WPA/WPA2-enabled devices. 5.
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Federal Communications Commission Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Specifications for P3B LED projector Display Display Technology Light Source Light Source Life True Resolution (native) Light Output (Max) Video Features Picture Modes 0.45” DLP® R/G/B LED 30,000 hours (Max) WXGA 1280x800 800 Lumens (AC mode), 500 Lumens (Battery mode) Contrast Ratio 100,000:1 DCR Color Saturation (NTSC) Typical 100% Display Colors 16.7 Million Colors Projection Throw Ratio 0.8@16:10 (58”@1m) Lens Projection Distance 0.43 ~ 3.
Power Noise Input or Output Power On Mode Standby Mode Acoustic Noise PC Signal Input Audio Out Card Reader USB port Multimedia Video Formats Supported Audio Picture ≤65W <0.5W Standard mode: 32dBA - 34dBA Theater, sRGB, Scenery mode: 28dBA - 30dBA D-sub, HDMI1.3 (HDCP support) Earphone out Yes (1 x MicroSD card slot for multimedia playback) Yes (2 x Type A, up site for Service FW upgrade and Media features of USB WiFi dongle, USB display, USB thumb disk and 5V/0.5A charging, down site for 5V/1.
Mechanical Chassis Colors Design Tripod Socket White Yes Supporting Stand Yes (5.7° and 9°) On-machine Buttons Yes (Media Center, Input, Power, Image position, Brightness, Image quality, Keystone, Enter, Volume, Splendid, Contrast, Setup) Lens Cover Yes Security Kensington lock Yes Dimension Physical Dimension 153.5(W)x131.2(D)x43(H)mm Box Dimension 295(W)x255(D)x80(H)mm Net Weight (Esti.) 0.75 Kg Gross Weight (Esti.) 1.
Support PC Timings DSUB Input Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 1024 1280 x 960 1440 x 900 1400X1050 1024x768@75Hz 1366x768 1680x1050 Mode VGA_60 VGA_75 SVGA_60 SVGA_75 XGA_60 XGA_75 1280 x 768_60 WXGA_60 SXGA_60 SXGA_75 1280 x 960_60 WXGA+_60 SXGA+_60 MAC19 HD_60 WSXGA+_60 LED projector E-Manual Refresh rate (Hz) 59.94 75 60.317 75 60.004 75.029 59.87 59.81 60.02 75.025 60 59.887 59.978 74.93 59.79 59.95 H-frequency (kHz) 31.469 37.5 37.879 46.875 48.363 60.023 47.
HDMI (PC) Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 1024 1280 x 960 1440 x 900 1400X1050 1024x768@75Hz 1366x768 1680x1050 Mode VGA_60 VGA_75 SVGA_60 SVGA_75 XGA_60 XGA_75 1280 x 768_60 WXGA_60 SXGA_60 SXGA_75 1280 x 960_60 WXGA+_60 SXGA+_60 MAC19 HD_60 WSXGA+_60 Refresh rate (Hz) 59.94 75 60.317 75 60.004 75.029 59.87 59.81 60.02 75.025 60 59.887 59.978 74.93 59.79 59.95 H-frequency (kHz) 31.469 37.5 37.879 46.875 48.363 60.023 47.776 49.702 63.981 79.976 60 55.935 65.317 60.
