Medion ZoomBox LIFE P89230 User manual

ZoomBox
MEDION®LIFE®P89230
Instruction Manual

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Contents
1. Notes on how to use these instructions........5
1.1. Warning symbols and key words used
in these instructions .....................................6
1.2. Proper use.........................................................8
2. Safety instructions..........................................9
2.1. Keep electrical equipment out of reach
of children ........................................................9
2.2. General information................................... 10
2.3. Set-up location ............................................ 11
2.4. Never attempt to repair the device!..... 13
2.5. Cleaning and care....................................... 13
2.6. Power supply................................................ 14
3. Notes on conformity.................................... 16
3.1. Declaration of conformity........................16
4. About Miracast............................................. 17
4.1. Miracast on Android smartphones/
tablets ............................................................. 17
4.2. Miracast on Windows PCs........................ 18
5. Package contents......................................... 19
6. System requirements .................................. 20
6.1. Television set (monitor/projector etc.) 20
6.2. For the Miracast/WiDi function.............. 20
6.3. For the DLNA function .............................. 20

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7. Overview of the device................................ 21
7.1. Side of the device ....................................... 21
7.2. Rear view of the device.............................21
8. Initial use ...................................................... 22
8.1. Connecting the device to a television
(monitor/projector etc.) ........................... 22
8.2. Switching on the ZoomBox..................... 23
8.3. Installing the Android app....................... 23
8.4. Installing the software for Windows ....24
8.4.1. Windows 7 and Windows 8........................ 24
8.4.2. Windows 8.1 and higher............................. 24
9. Using the Miracast function ....................... 25
9.4.1. Screen projection on Android ................. 25
9.4.2. Screen projection under Windows 7
and Windows 8............................................... 28
9.4.3. Screen projection under Windows 8.1... 28
10. Integrating the ZoomBox into the local
network ........................................................ 29
10.1. Connecting with the access point (
AP) of the ZoomBox................................... 29
10.2. Expert Mode ................................................. 31
10.2.1. Wi-Fi Connection........................................... 31
10.3. Further system settings ................... 32
10.3.1. Device name ................................................... 32
10.3.2. Menu language.............................................. 32

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10.3.3. Aspect ratio (video) ...................................... 32
10.3.4. Switch mode ................................................... 32
10.3.5. Text encoding (expert mode) ................... 33
10.3.6. Night mode (audio)...................................... 33
10.3.7. Scale video output to 90%......................... 33
10.3.8. Online upgrade.............................................. 33
10.3.9. Reset to default.............................................. 33
11. DLNA mode .................................................. 34
11.1. DLNA functions of the ZoomBox .......... 35
11.1.1. Playing back files from the smart device
on the ZoomBox .................................. 35
11.1.2. Playing back files from the network on
the ZoomBox ........................................ 36
11.1.3. Remote control function .................. 37
12. Resetting the device .................................... 41
13. Troubleshooting .......................................... 42
13.1. Troubleshooting.......................................... 42
13.1.1. General.............................................................. 42
13.1.2. Network ............................................................ 44
14. Do you need more help? ............................. 46
15. Cleaning........................................................ 47
16. Disposal ........................................................ 48
17. Technical data .............................................. 49
18. Legal notice .................................................. 50
19. GNU General Public Licence........................ 51

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Notes on how to use these instructions
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1. Notes on how to use these
instructions
Please read these operating instruc-
tions through carefully before using
the product for the first time and,
most importantly, follow the safety
instructions even if you are familiar with
using electronic equipment!
This product should only be used as directed
and specified in these instructions.
Please keep these instructions in a safe place
for future reference. If you sell the device or
give it away, please also pass on these ins-
tructions.

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Notes on how to use these instructions
1.1. Warning symbols and
key words used in these
instructions
DANGER!
Warning: life-threatening dan-
ger!
WARNING!
Warning of possible risk of fatal
injury and/or serious irrever-
sible injuries!
WARNING!
Warning of risk of electric
shock!

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Notes on how to use these instructions
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CAUTION!
Please follow the guidelines to
avoid injuries and/or property da-
mage.
ATTENTION!
Please note the following guide-
lines to avoid property damage
PLEASE NOTE!
Please follow the guidelines in
the operating instructions.
PLEASE NOTE!
Additional information on using
the product.
• Bullet point/information on operating
steps and results
Instructions to be carried out

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Notes on how to use these instructions
1.2. Proper use
This device is used to transfer screen content
from a smart device (e.g. a mobile phone or
tablet PC) to a television set.
It can also be used for media playback via the
network or Internet (DLNA streaming). The
device must be connected to a television for
the picture and sound output.
This product is intended for use in dry, indoor
areas only.
The device is intended for private use only
and not for industrial/commercial use.
Please note that we shall not be liable in
cases of improper use:
• Do not modify the device without our
consent and do not use any auxiliary
equipment that we have not approved or
supplied.
• Use only spare parts and accessories that
we have supplied or approved.

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Safety instructions
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• Heed all the information in these opera-
ting instructions, especially the safety in-
formation. Any other use is deemed im-
proper and can cause personal injury or
damage to the device.
• Do not use the device in extreme environ-
mental conditions.
2. Safety instructions
2.1. Keep electrical equipment out
of reach of children
This product is not intended for use by
people (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capacity or for
those without experience and/or knowledge,
unless they are supervised by a person res-
ponsible for their safety or they have been
instructed in its use.
Never allow children to use electrical devices
unattended.

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Safety instructions
DANGER!
Keep packaging material, e.g. plas-
tic wrapping, out of reach of child-
ren. Failure to do so may lead to suf-
focation.
2.2. General information
• Never open the housing of device (risk of
electric shock, short circuit and fire hazard).
• Never insert any objects through the slots
and openings (risk of electric shock, short
circuit and fire hazard).
• The slots and openings on the product
are for ventilation purposes. Do not cover
these openings (risk of overheating, fire
hazard).
• Do not place containers containing liquid,
e.g. vases, on or near the product or the
mains adapter, and protect all the parts
from drips and splashes. The container
may tip over and the liquid may impair the
electrical safety of the product.