BenQ JD-150 User manual

JD-150
Smart Stick for Android™
User Manual

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Copyright and trademark
Copyright 2015 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or
computer language, in any form or by means of electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical,
manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of this company.
All other logos, products, or company names mentioned in this manual may be the registered
trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used for informational purposes
only.
Android, Google, Google Play and other marks are trademarks of Google Inc.
The Android robot is reproduced or modified from work created and shared by Google and used
according to terms described in the Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License.
Disclaimer
BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with
respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability, or fitness
for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication

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and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of this company to
notify any person of such revision or changes.
The object of this manual is to provide the most updated and accurate information to users, and, for
that reason, all contents may be edited without a fixed schedule and a prior notice. For the latest
version of the user manual, please visit www.BenQ.com or select BenQ Suggest > Tool > JD-150
User Manual at the main screen of Smart Stick. If you have not installed any app as a PDF reader
on your Smart Stick, go to Google Play™ and look for OfficeSuite 8 + PDF Converter and
install it. Display effects and available functions on PDFs vary from applicable PDF readers.
BenQ is not responsible for the content of the websites or of similar resources, which are
maintained and controlled by third parties, that may be linked from this product. Providing links to
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representation to their content by expression or by implication.
Any third party content or service preinstalled in this product is provided “as is”. BenQ does not, by
expression or by implication, make any warrant to the content or to the services provided by third
parties. BenQ does not warrant or guarantee that the content or services provided by third parties
are accurate, effective, most up-to-date, legal, or complete. Under no circumstances shall BenQ be
liable for the content or services provided by third parties including their negligence.

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warrant or guarantee that any content or services provided by third parties are in good condition at
any time, and is not liable for the termination of the said content and services.
In addition, BenQ is not involved in any transactions you conduct in the websites or similar
resources maintained by third parties.
You should contact the content or service providers for any questions, concerns, or disputes.
It is the sole responsibility of the user if problems (such as data loss and system failure) occurred due
to non-factory installed software, parts, and/or non-original accessories.

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Table of Content
Copyright and trademark .................................................................................................2
Disclaimer ...........................................................................................................................2
Preface .................................................................................................................................8
About this book ............................................................................................................................................................... 8
Legends .............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Touring the product ........................................................................................................10
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Package contents ...........................................................................................................................................................11
Front and rear views .....................................................................................................................................................13
Introduction ......................................................................................................................15
Setup and connect Smart Stick ................................................................................................................................... 15
Insert the microSD/SDHC card (For memory space expansion) .................................................................................. 15
Connect to HDMI port equipped televisions or monitors.............................................................................................. 17
Connect the infrared remote controller ............................................................................................................................. 18
Connect USB keyboard and mouse ...................................................................................................................................... 19
Connect power supply ............................................................................................................................................................. 20
Connect USB external storage devices ................................................................................................................................ 21
Select a remote controller ..........................................................................................................................................22

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Use IR remote controller ............................................................................................................................................ 23
Remote control functions........................................................................................................................................................ 23
Basic operation of remote controller................................................................................................................................... 25
Notice on IR remote controller operations ....................................................................................................................... 27
Notice on battery usage........................................................................................................................................................... 28
Basic operations ...............................................................................................................29
Initial setup ...................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Switch modes of Smart Stick ...................................................................................................................................... 31
Adjust system volume ...................................................................................................................................................31
Update Smart Stick software ...................................................................................................................................... 31
Manually check and update...................................................................................................................................................... 32
Update from downloaded software file (from BenQ website)....................................................................................... 32
Restore to factory defaults ..........................................................................................................................................33
Use apps ............................................................................................................................34
Main screen .....................................................................................................................................................................34
Use smartphones or tablets as the remote controller (BenQ Smart Remote) ....................................... 36
BenQ Smart Remote operation modes......................................................................................................................... 38
Stream videos on the Internet to Smart Stick for playback (PlayToGo) ........................................................44
Stream multimedia files to Smart Stick for playback .............................................................................................49
Stream from smartphones/tablets (applicable to Android™ devices) .......................................................................... 50
Play files from external devices on Smart Stick ......................................................................................................52
Play files from smartphones/tables on Smart Stick ............................................................................................................ 52

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Play files from computers on Smart Stick ............................................................................................................................ 54
Rename device name of Smart Stick .........................................................................................................................54
Use Screen Mirroring ...................................................................................................................................................55
Pre-installed apps guide ................................................................................................................................................57
Settings ..............................................................................................................................61
Wireless & networks ....................................................................................................................................................61
Device ............................................................................................................................................................................... 61
Personal ............................................................................................................................................................................ 63
Accounts ..........................................................................................................................................................................64
System ..............................................................................................................................................................................65
Frequently asked questions and resolutions .................................................................66
Specifications ....................................................................................................................71
Safety warning & notice ...................................................................................................73
Safety warning on power adapter ..................................................................................74
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Preface
About this book
This book contains important information of Smart Stick as well as functionality demonstrations.
Please keep this document in a safe place for immediate reference when required.
This book simplifies steps into menu selections such as ALL APPS > Settings > Display.
Software functionality and hardware appearances in this book are described as contemporaneous as
the product is first released, which may be differed from software revisions or hardware
improvements of the product. Please pardon for without prior notices.
Legends
Notes, tips, warnings in this book are designed by means of purposes with descriptions as below.
Icon Item Description
Note Supplement instructions.
Tip Handy advice to complete certain jobs.

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Warning Knowledge of avoiding misusages, false operation, or improper behavior leading
component corruption, data loss, or injury.
Icon Item Description

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Touring the product
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing BenQ JD-150 Smart Stick for Android™. With this tiny but mighty device
and a few simple steps, you can make any display smarter than ever. Not only can it bring you
enjoyments of versatile cloud content services by BenQ, but also provides all-around multimedia
playback ability in videos, photos, music, and so forth; moreover, you can use it for web browsing
and emails.
This product comes with Android™ operating system, and you can download and install a variety of
apps to expand its functionality, such as social networking, communication, or online games, to fit
your demand.

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Package contents
Please make sure below items are available while unpacking. Please contact dealers immediately if
any item missing or damaged.
Smart Stick for
Android™ x 1
Power adapter x 1
(Supply varies from
regions)
HDMI cable x 1 Infrared remote
controller x 1
(Two AAA batteries
required)
Quick start guide x 1 Y-shape USB cable x 1 Infrared receiver x 1 Warranty card x 1
(Supply varies from
regions)

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Purchase is required for excluded cables/parts from the package.
• Product appearances and images in this book may be different from the actual products rolled out in your
region.
• Please use BenQ genuine parts to ensure compatibility and safety.
• Please keep the product and its accessories out of children.

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Front and rear views
Item Name Description
1. HDMI
connector To be used to connect Smart Stick to the HDMI port on display terminals.
2. Power LED Lit in blue when system on and in red when standing by.
3. Reset button For service only. Do not press the button when Smart Stick is in use.
4. IR receiver jack For use with the included infrared receiver.
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5. Micro USB
port / power
cord connector
For connection with the included Y-shape USB cable to connect the power
adapter and other USB devices. See Connect power supply (page 20) and
Connect USB external storage devices (page 21) for more information.
6. USB 2.0 port For use with external keyboard and mouse on operating each convenient
functions of Smart Stick.
7. Antenna Receives wireless network signals.
8. microSD/SDHC
card slot
Use this slot with microSD/SDHC card (purchase required) to expand
available memory space of Smart Stick.
Item Name Description

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Introduction
Setup and connect Smart Stick
Insert the microSD/SDHC card (For memory space expansion)
A microSD/SDHC card (purchase required) expands available memory space of Smart Stick.
Insert the microSD/SDHC card into the slot on Smart Stick to the full end with a click. Make sure
the contacts of the card face up when inserting as illustrated below.
microSD/SDHC card

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You may access folders and files on the card by selecting ALL APPS > DocQman
Remove the microSD/SDHC card
1. Dismount the microSD/SDHC card firstly by clicking Settings > Advanced > More Settings >
Device > Storage > Unmount SD card > OK.
2. Push the card to release it from the slot.
• Please insert the microSD/SDHC card as directed. Incorrectly squeeze the card into the slot may cause damage.
• Smart Stick supports microSD/SDHC cards with the capacity up to 64 GB.
• The apps can be stored and installed on the internal storage only. Apps that have been installed on the internal
storage cannot be transferred to the inserted microSD/SDHC card.
Please remove the card as directed. Failed to remove the card correctly may cause data loss.

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Connect to HDMI port equipped televisions or monitors
You have to connect Smart Stick to the HDMI port on televisions or monitors to bring it into full
play.
HDMI port on
television or
monitors
HDMI cable

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Connect the infrared remote controller
Connect the infrared receiver to the receiver jack on Smart Stick. Use the sticker on the back of the
receiver to attach the receiver to the bottom corner of the television or the monitor as illustrated
or anywhere conductive signal reception.
To ensure proper signal reception, please keep the remote controller and IR receiver in line of sight,
and point the controller at the receiver when in use. You are recommended to attach the IR
receiver to the front of your display.

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Connect USB keyboard and mouse
You can use USB keyboard and mouse for text input and operating each convenient functions of
Smart Stick. Please connect your USB keyboard and mouse to USB (Type A) port of Smart Stick.
• There is no guarantee of all USB keyboards and mice by every manufacturer to be compatible with Smart Stick.
• If you use the 2.4 GHz wireless mouse and keyboard, it is recommended to connect with the Y-shape USB cable
to avoid interference.
USB (Type A) port
on Smart Stick
Wireless keyboard & mouse

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Connect power supply
Connect the included Y-shape USB cable to Micro USB port on Smart Stick as illustrated below,
connect the other end to the power adapter, and then plug the adapter into a power outlet.
• Please be sure to use Smart Stick with the included power adapter to avoid malfunctions.
• Please disconnect power supply when not in use to ensure peak performance at next use.
Y-shape USB cable
HDMI extension cable
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