BenQ JM-250 User manual

JM-250
Andriod™ Smart Box
User Manual

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Copyright and trademark
Copyright 2014 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
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only.
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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
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.

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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 All APPs > BenQ TV Box user
manual at the main screen of Andriod™ Smart Box. If you have not installed any app as a PDF
reader on your Andriod™ Smart Box, go to BenQ recommended or apps store and look for
OfficeSuite 7 + PDF&HD and install it. Display effects and available functions on PDFs vary
from applicable PDF readers.
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any time, and is not liable for the termination of the said content and services.

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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
Preface .................................................................................................................................8
About this book ............................................................................................................................................................... 8
Legends .............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Touring the product ........................................................................................................10
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Package contents ...........................................................................................................................................................11
Front and rear views .....................................................................................................................................................12
Introduction ......................................................................................................................14
Setup and connect Andriod™ Smart Box ............................................................................................................... 14
Insert the microSD/SDHC card (For memory space expansion) .................................................................................. 14
Connect to HDMI port equipped televisions or monitors.............................................................................................. 16
Connect USB keyboard and mouse ...................................................................................................................................... 17
Connect power supply ............................................................................................................................................................. 18
Connect USB external storage devices ................................................................................................................................ 19
Use BenQ i-Remote ...................................................................................................................................................... 20
BenQ i-Remote functions ........................................................................................................................................................ 20
Notice on BenQ i-Remote operations................................................................................................................................. 23
Notice on battery usage........................................................................................................................................................... 24

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Basic operations ...............................................................................................................25
Initial setup ......................................................................................................................................................................25
Switch modes of Andriod™ Smart Box ................................................................................................................... 31
Take shortcuts ................................................................................................................................................................31
Adjust system volume ...................................................................................................................................................32
Update Andriod™ Smart Box software .................................................................................................................. 32
Manually check and update...................................................................................................................................................... 32
Update from downloaded software file................................................................................................................................ 33
Restore to factory defaults ..........................................................................................................................................33
Use apps ............................................................................................................................35
Main screen .....................................................................................................................................................................35
Use smartphones or tablets as a mini touch panel of Andriod™ Smart Box (Screen Link) ....................37
Use smartphones or tablets as the remote controller (BenQ Smart Remote) .......................................40
BenQ Smart Remote operation modes ......................................................................................................................... 42
Stream videos on the Internet to Andriod™ Smart Box for playback (PlayToGo) .................................... 48
Stream multimedia files to Andriod™ Smart Box for playback ......................................................................... 53
Stream from smartphones/tablets (applicable to iOS™ devices as AirPlay™)........................................................... 54
Stream from smartphones/tablets (applicable to Android™ devices) .......................................................................... 55
Play files from external devices on Andriod™ Smart Box ..................................................................................57
Play files from smartphones/tables on Andriod™ Smart Box ........................................................................................ 57
Play files from computers on Andriod™ Smart Box ........................................................................................................ 59
Rename device name of Andriod™ Smart Box ..................................................................................................... 59

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Use Screen Mirroring ................................................................................................................................................... 60
Pre-installed apps guide ................................................................................................................................................ 62
Settings ..............................................................................................................................66
Wireless & networks .................................................................................................................................................... 67
Device ...............................................................................................................................................................................68
Personal ............................................................................................................................................................................ 69
Accounts ..........................................................................................................................................................................70
System ..............................................................................................................................................................................71
Frequently asked questions and resolutions .................................................................72
Specifications ....................................................................................................................77
Safety warning & notice ...................................................................................................79
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Preface
About this book
This book contains important information of Andriod™ Smart Box as well as functionality
demonstrations of Andriod™ Smart Box. Please keep this book 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 JM-250 Andriod™ Smart Box. 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.
BenQ JM-250 Andriod™ Smart Box 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.
Andriod™ Smart Box x 1 Power adapter x 1 HDMI cable x 1
BenQ i-Remote x 1
(AA battery x 2 required)
Quick start guide x 1 Warranty card x 1
Purchase is required for excluded cables/parts from the package.
• Product appearances and images in this book may be differ 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 Power LED Lit in blue when system on and in red when standing by.
2 IR receiver For use with the included BenQ i-Remote .
3microSD/SDHC
card slot
Use this slot with microSD/SDHC card (purchase required) to expand
available memory space of Andriod™ Smart Box.
4 USB 2.0 port For use with external keyboard and mouse on operating each convenient
functions of Andriod™ Smart Box.
5 RJ-45 jack For use with ethernet cables on wired networks.
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6AV-out To be used to connect Andriod™ Smart Box to AV-in jacks on display
terminals.
7HDMI
connector
To be used to connect Andriod™ Smart Box to the HDMI port on display
terminals.
8DC-in To be used as the power input of Andriod™ Smart Box. Use the included
USB power cable to connect the power adapter.
Item Name Description

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Introduction
Setup and connect Andriod™ Smart Box
Insert the microSD/SDHC card (For memory space expansion)
A microSD/SDHC card (purchase required) expands available memory space of Andriod™ Smart
Box.
Insert the microSD/SDHC card into the slot on Andriod™ Smart Box to the full end with a click.
Make sure the contacts of the card face down 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 Setup > 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.
• Andriod™ Smart Box supports microSD/SDHC cards with the capacity up to 64 GB.
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 Andriod™ Smart Box 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 USB keyboard and mouse
You can use USB keyboard and mouse for text input and operating each convenient functions of
Andriod™ Smart Box. Please connect your USB keyboard and mouse to USB (Type A) port of
Andriod™ Smart Box.
There is no guarantee of all USB keyboards and mice by every manufacturer to be compatible with Andriod™
Smart Box.
USB (Type A) port
on Andriod™
Smart Box
USB keyboard & mouseWireless keyboard &
mouse

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Connect power supply
Connect the included power adapter to DC-in jack on Andriod™ Smart Box as illustrated below,
and then plug the adapter into a power outlet.
Please be sure to use Andriod™ Smart Box with the included power adapter to avoid malfunctions.

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Connect USB external storage devices
You can connect USB external storage devices, such as flash drives or 2.5” external hard drives, to
Andriod™ Smart Box. For external hard drives, please make sure there is sufficient power supply
and connect external hard drives to the USB port of Andriod™ Smart Box.
There is no guarantee of all USB external storage devices of any kind by every manufacturer to be compatible with
Andriod™ Smart Box.
USB external storage device

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Use BenQ i-Remote
BenQ i-Remote functions
• Press MODE button and hold for 5 seconds to
switch mode between Andriod™ Smart Box
and TV.
• LED indicator blinks in green once when
switched to Andriod™ Smart Box mode.
• LED indicator blinks in red once when switched
to TV mode, and blinks in red once afterward
with any button pressed.
When switched to TV mode, BenQ i-Remote
can be operated as an exclusive BenQ TV
remote control.
Item Button name Mode Description
1Power
Andriod™
Smart Box
Press to have Andriod™ Smart Box enter standby mode or
back to normal mode.
TV Press to turn TV on or off.
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