BROOMX MK360 User manual

MK360
Immersive VR projector
User manual

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Welcome
Thank you for acquiring the MK360, the rst immersive projection system to
enjoy 360° media and interactive Virtual Reality applications in real spaces.
Please read the following manual carefully before installing and using the
MK360. This manual is subject to modication, please refer to this online
copy to stay updated. For further information please contact: client@
broomx.com.
The Broomx Technologies team.

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Welcome _________________________________________________ 2
Overview _____________________________________________________ 4
Description ______________________________________________ 4
Technical specications __________________________________ 5
Connections ______________________________________________ 6
Identication _____________________________________________ 7
Installation ____________________________________________________ 8
Content of package ______________________________________ 8
Projection space _________________________________________ 9
Setup ___________________________________________________ 10
Power & conguration ____________________________________11
Wi dongle _____________________________________________ 14
LAN connection _________________________________________ 15
Web Manager ________________________________________________ 16
Description _____________________________________________ 16
Connection _____________________________________________ 17
Sections _________________________________________________ 18
Playback & navigation ___________________________________ 23
iOS application _______________________________________________24
Download & connection _________________________________24
Sections ________________________________________________ 25
Controls _________________________________________________ 26
Playback & navigation ___________________________________ 27
User content _________________________________________________28
Media specications _____________________________________28
Web Manager ___________________________________________ 29
USB drive________________________________________________ 31
Health & safety ______________________________________________ 32
Warranty _____________________________________________________ 36
Table of contents

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Description
The MK360 is an immersive projection system to enjoy 360 media and
interactive Virtual Reality applications in real spaces, socially and headset
free.
It is compact, portable and easy to use. It includes a projection module,
CPU, GPU, an audio speaker, internet connection and IoT communication.
It is controlled using an iOS application or a cross-platform Web Manager,
enabling users to display and navigate through an extensive catalog of
included content, as well as upload and manage their personal content.
For further information, please visit: www.broomx.com
Front view Side View
42cm Ø
168cm
Isometric view
Weight:
32Kg
Overview

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Technical Specications
286W
180 cm (height) x 42 cm (diam)
32 Kg
100x55x55 cm
57 Kg
3LCD
Full HD 1080p, 1920x1080p, 16:9
2500 Lumens
1.073 billion colors
60,000:1
Horizontal: 185° / Vertical: 90°
UHE, 200W, life 4500h, life 7500h (eco mode)
60.000 : 1
Vertical
Manual
10Bits
101 dB
50W (25W + 25W)
500 GB*
General
Power consumption
Size
Weight
Size with ight case
Weight with ight case
Projector
Technology
Resolution
Light output
Color Depth
Contrast ratio
Field of View
Lamp
Contrast ratio
Lens Shift
Focus
Video Processing
Audio
Maximum SPL
Output power (RMS)
Storage
Disk
* Total disk space is shared between factory
system and content, and user content.
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Connections
Power On / Off the MK360
On / Off Switch
Audio In
Input connection for external audio
source (PC, tablet, smartphone, …).
Signal is mixed with system sound.
Audio Out
Output connection to external audio
system. Internal speaker isn’t muted.
Output is the result of system audio +
“Audio In”.
WAN
Internet input connection. USB 3.0 connection for charging
external devices.
USB
Input connection for USB drive.
USB In
Audio output connection to
headphones. Internal speaker is muted.
Headphones
Voltage Selector
Select voltage (110-220V) according to
region.
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Identication
The identication plate is located on the rear panel of the MK360. It contains
useful information for technical support operations.
1Batch
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Overview
2Identication number 3Production year

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Content of package
*Optional accessory
1 MK360
4 Legs
1 Power cable
1 Ethernet cable
1 Fabric sleeve
4 itting washers
1 2mm Allen wrench
1 ightcase*
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Projection Space
InteriorType of space
10-70 m2Surface
2.5 - 5 mCeiling height
Complete darknessLighting
Planar or curved
Smooth and even surface
White or clear color
Reduced furnishing
Do not project over windows, glass or
reecting materials
Projection surface
Flat and stable, 55 cm2Floor
Directly opposite and perpendicular to
main projection wall.
Placement
2,5 - 7 mDistance to main projection wall
Seated under the MK360, facing main
projection wall.
Optimal placement of viewer
Installation
Correct placements
Rectangular spaces Circular spaces & domesSquare spaces
Diagonal projection in
rectangular spaces
Length-oriented projection in
rectangular spaces
Incorrect placements

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Setup
Unpacking*
*The MK360 can be delivered in a wooden transport case, or an aluminum Flight Case
(with additional cost).
1 Remove the top panel of the ightcase or transport case.
2Remove the MK360 using the fabric sleeve handles.
3Remove the 4 legs.
4Remove the fabric sleeve from the MK360 by sliding down.
Mounting the legs
1 Place the MK360 horizontally on a soft surface.
2Screw together top and bottom sections of each leg
3Insert the legs into the corresponding slots on the base of the MK360,
push until hearing a click.
Lifting to position
Make sure the legs are properly inserted and secured, then lift the MK360
to its upright position and place at the desired location.
Installation
The setup process requires 2 persons.
Important
The MK360 package includes 4 tting washers, which can be used to regulate the
height of each leg to compensate for oor imperfections.
Note
An extra Floor Fixation is available from our catalog at broomx.com
Note

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Power & Conguration
Powering up
1Connect the power cord* from the power connection on the rear panel of
the MK360 to the power source.*.
2Press the On / Off Switch (orange LED) to power up.
*The provided cable is of Type F (EU).
Use the iOS App or the Web Manager to turn on/off the MK360. Use the physical
switch only during transport or maintenance.
Recommendation
Focus & Zoom
The MK360 comes precongured to t a wide range of spatial setups. In
most cases it will not be necessary to modify the zoom and focus. This
process requires removing the hood from the MK360. Do not try to remove
parts protected by the security labels.
1Remove the screws holding the hood to the body, using the provided
Allen.
2Lift the hood upwards and remove.
3Slide the small acrylic plate and locate the Focus and Zoom wheels on
the projection module.
4Select a content for playback from the control interface.
5Set Zoom to maximum aperture (widest image) and adjust the Focus
until image is sharp.
6Adjust the Lens Shift until the bottom of the projected image touches the
oor.
Installation
Select the appropriate voltage for your region using the voltage selector on the
rear panel BEFORE connecting and powering up.
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Calibration
360 Image Calibration
1On the control interface (iOS App o Web Manager), navigate to “Settings”
tab.
2Select “Calibration”: a calibration grid appears
3Position the center of the grid (red lines) at the desired position using the
touchpad.
4Select any content for playback to exit calibration and save settings.
Flat Image Calibration
1Click the Flat Image icon.
2Adjust the desired window size and position using the touchpad.
3Select any content for playback to exit calibration and save settings.
Installation
When controlling the MK360 with the iOS App, the Calibration function is disabled
by default to avoid modication by users in shared units. Calibration function can
be enabled from the Apple device Settings > Apps > MK360 Apps.
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Mesh Warp
The Mesh Warp function allows to:
-Correct the geometric deformation induced by the projection space.
-Restrict the area of the displayed image.
- Restrict display from a specic area (inverted mask).
To apply a Mesh Warp:
1On the control interface, navigate to the “Settings” tab.
2Click on the “Mesh Warp” icon.
3Click and drag each anchor point to the desired position.
4Fine tune positions using the faders.
5Save, load or reset using the bottom right menu.
Installation
The adjustments made in the “Controls” or “Settings” sections affect all contents.
To apply Mesh Warp to a specic content, launch it from the content’s navigation
window.
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WiFi Dongle
The MK360 requires internet connection to download system and content
updates, as well as for technical support operations. If the MK360 cannot
be connected to the internet via Ethernet cable, an external WiFi dongle
allows to connect to available WiFi networks.
Compatible devices:
Please contact [email protected]om to know more about compatible WiFi
dongles.
Connecting the WiFi dongle:
1Connect the WiFi dongle to the “USB In” port on the MK360 rear panel.
Restart the MK360 if it was powered on
2In the Web Manager, navigate to “Settings”.
3Click “Scan” to scan available networks and select the desired network.
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Cable Connection
In cases where the MK360 WiFi network isn’t stable (ex: trade shows with
scramblers, interferences, …), the control device can be connected to the
MK360 via LAN network..
Required equipment:
-Router with minimum 2 LAN ports.
-2 Ethernet RJ45 cables
For iOS devices:
Lightning to Ethernet adaptor : RJ45 Ethernet LAN -
For Android devices with USB Type C port:
USB-C to Ethernet adaptor.
Connection:
1Create a local network with the router with DHCP.
2Connect the MK360 to a LAN port of the router.
3Connect the control device to another LAN port of the router.
4Identify the IP for the MK360 from the “Settings” section of the Web
Manager.
Control:
-PC or Android: see Local Network
-iOS:
1In the iOS device, navigate to Settings > Apps > MK360 App.
2Enter the MK360 IP.
3Refresh the MK360 App.
Installation
Android devices with micro-USB ports are not compatible for cable connection.
Note
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Description
The Web Manager is a web-based interface to control the MK360 using any
device with access to a web browser (computer, tablet, smartphone, …):
-Playback and navigate through the MK360 content catalog
-Simultaneous multi-user control of the MK360
-Manage system and content updates
- Upload and manage user content in various formats
-Control the IoT devices installed in the room
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Connection
The MK360 provides a WiFi network available for all devices:
1Connect the control device to the MK360 WiFi network:
Wi MK360
Recommended
Connection over a local network requires connecting the MK360 to a
router/modem/repeater via Ethernet / WAN cable, and knowing the IP of
the MK360 in that network. The MK360 IP appears in the “Settings” tab of
the Web Manager.
Local Network
Advanced
Conguration
1Connect the control device to the same network as the MK360.
2Open a web browser and enter the MK360 IP in the URL search bar,
followed by :8080 (ej: 192.168.1.2:8080)
Web Manager
The network must be free of Firewall or Proxy. Depending on your network
bandwidth, using a local network will allow to upload larger les in less time.
Note
MK#_Service ( Example: MK#33_Service )Network
MK_ServicePassword
2Open a web browser and enter the following IP in the URL search bar:
192.168.12.1:8080

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Sections
The Web Manager includes 4 sections, available from the oating menu
icon on the bottom right corner.
Catalog of 360 videos and interactive applications included with the MK360.
Content is displayed in 2 views:
-Grid view: displayed as thumbnails
-List view: displayed as a list with title and metadata.
In both views, content can be ltered by content type, highlighted content
and text search.
|Contents
Web Manager

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Upload and manage user content. User content is selected and displayed
in the same way as included content.
|My Files
Web Manager

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Web Manager
Create a video playlist from included or user uploaded content.
Create a Playlist:
- Click “Add Playlist.
- Dene a name for the Playlist.
|Playlist
Add content to a Playlist:
-Navigate to sections “Contents” or “My Files”.
-Locate a content to add to the Playlist.
-Click “Add to Playlist”
-Select desired Playlist
Edit a Playlist:
-In the “Playlist” tab, select the Playlist to edit.
-Order elements in the list by dragging the Reorder icon
-Click “Save Playlist”