ViewSonic M2e User manual

M2e
LED Smart Theater
User Guide
Model No. VS18294
P/N: M2e
IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in
a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty information contained in this User
Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic®Corporation, which is also found on our web site at
http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right
corner of our website. “Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual”

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Thank you for choosing ViewSonic®
As a world-leading provider of visual solutions, ViewSonic® is dedicated to exceeding
the world’s expectations for technological evolution, innovation, and simplicity.
At ViewSonic®, we believe that our products have the potential to make a positive
impact in the world, and we are confident that the ViewSonic® product you have
chosen will serve you well.
Once again, thank you for choosing ViewSonic®!

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Safety Precauons
Please read the following Safety Precauons before you start using the projector.
• Keep this user guide in a safe place for later reference.
• 
• Allow at least 20“ (50 cm) clearance around the projector to ensure proper

• 

• 

• 

• 
beam may damage your eyes.
• 


• 
inside which may cause death if you should come into contact with live parts.
• When moving the projector, be careful not to drop or bump the projector on
anything.
• 
• 

• Avoid exposing the projector to direct sunlight or other sources of sustained


of the projector to dangerous levels.
• 
may cause it to fail. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the
power supply and call your local service center to have the projector serviced.
• 


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• 

other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The


outlet.
• 

• 
plug, and at the point where it emerges from the projector.
• In some countries, the voltage is NOT stable. This projector is designed to
operate safely within a voltage between 100 to 240 volts AC, but could fail if

or cut out, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power

• If smoke, an abnormal noise, or a strange odor is present, immediately switch

using the projector.
• 
• 

• 
CAUTION:
with any bright light source, do not stare into the beam, RG2 IEC 62471-
5:2015

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Contents
Safety Precautions....................................................... 3
Introduction ................................................................ 8
Package Contents ..............................................................8
Product Overview...................................................................................................9
Projector.................................................................................................................. 9
Connection Ports................................................................................................... 10
Remote Control..................................................................................................... 11
Initial Setup............................................................... 13
.......................................................13
..........................................................................................14
Mounting the Projector........................................................................................15
Making Connections.................................................. 16
Connecting to Power ............................................................................................16
...................................................................................... 16
USB-C Power Bank................................................................................................. 17
............................................................................18
.................................................................................................. 18
USB Connection..................................................................................................... 19
Wireless Screen Mirroring..................................................................................... 20
Connecting to Audio.............................................................................................21
Bluetooth Speaker................................................................................................. 21
Bluetooth Out........................................................................................................ 23
Connecting to Networks.......................................................................................24
Wi-Fi Connection................................................................................................... 24
 .......................................................................................................... 26

6
Using the Projector.................................................... 27
Starting Up the Projector......................................................................................27
First Time Activation.............................................................................................27
Auto Focus............................................................................................................. 27
Projection Orientation .......................................................................................... 28
............................................................................................... 28
Network Settings................................................................................................... 29
Source Input .......................................................................................................... 29
Selecting an Input Source .....................................................................................30
Adjusting the Projected Image .............................................................................31
Adjusting the Projector's Height and Projection Angle......................................... 31
................................................................................32
......................................... 33
Operating the Projector............................................. 45
Home Screen ..................................................................................................45
 ...........................................46
Menu Operations .................................................................................................50
File Management .................................................................................................. 50
Apps Center........................................................................................................... 55
Bluetooth .............................................................................................................. 57
Setting ................................................................................................................... 58
Screen Mirroring ................................................................................................... 75
Appendix................................................................... 78
Specifications........................................................................................................78
............................................................................................ 79
Timing Chart .........................................................................................................79
 ............................................................................................... 79
 ................................................................................................................ 80
USB C Timing ......................................................................................................... 82
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................83
........................................................................................................ 84
Maintenance.........................................................................................................85
General Precautions.............................................................................................. 85
 .................................................................................................. 85
Cleaning the Case.................................................................................................. 85
Storing the Projector............................................................................................. 85

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Regulatory and Service Information .......................... 86
Compliance Information.......................................................................................86
FCC Compliance Statement................................................................................... 86
Industry Canada Statement................................................................................... 86
CE Conformity for European Countries ................................................................. 88
......................................................................... 89
 ......................................................... 90
................................................................ 90
Copyright Information ..........................................................................................91
Customer Service .................................................................................................. 92
 .................................................................................................. 93
...................................................................................... 96

8
Introducon
Package Contents
M2e Projector DC Power Adapter Power Cord
USB Type-C Cable Batteries Quick Start Guide
Remote Control Soft Carrying Bag
NOTE: The power cord and video cables included in your package may vary
depending on your country. Please contact your local reseller for more


9
Product Overview
Projector
15
6
234
Item Descripon
 
[2] IR Sensor IR Sensor
[3] Auto Focus Camera Automatically adjusts the focus
[4] Auto Focus Sensor Automatically adjusts the focus
[5] harmon/kardon Speakers harmon/kardon speakers
[6] Adjustor Foot Stepless adjustment foot

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Connecon Ports
1568 9
7
23 4
Port Descripon
 Power On/Off
 
[3] Audio Out (3.5 mm jack) 3.5 mm jack audio output socket
 
[5] USB-C³ USB-C port
[6] IR Sensor IR Sensor
 
[8] USB A (5V/2A Out) USB 2.0 Type A port (USB Reader - FAT32/NTFS)
 Power input socket

iPhone/iPad users will need to buy an additional adapter. To avoid compatibility issues, please use Apple

Please use the supplied USB-C cable, and ensure your USB-C device can support video transmission as well as
charging.

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Remote Control
Buon Descripon
[1] Power 
[2] Source 
bar.
[3] Focus

To manually adjust, press and hold
the Focus 
control for three (3) seconds
[4] Bluetooth 
[5] OK 

Right
pq
tu
Navigates and selects the
desired menu items and makes
adjustments.
 Seng menu.
[8] Return Returns to the previous screen.
[9] Home Access the Home screen.
[10] Volume 
level.
[11] Forwards/
Backwards
Move content forwards/
backwards.
[12] Mute Mute/Unmute.
[13] Play/Pause Play/Pause content.
1
3
5
7
10
12
11
13
2
4
6
8
9

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Remote Control - Eecve Range

follow the steps below:
1. The remote control must be held at an angle

remote control sensor(s).
2. The distance between the remote control and

NOTE: 

control sensor(s).
Remote Control - Replacing the Baeries
3. 

4. 
NOTE: 
5. 

NOTE:
• 
environment.
• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the

• 

remote control.
• 

Approx. 30°
Approx. 30°

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Inial Setup

Choosing a Locaon - Projecon Orientaon

the following:
• 
• 
• 
The projector is designed to be installed in one of the following locations:
Locaon
Front Table
The projector is placed near

Front Ceiling
The projector is suspended
upside-down from the ceiling
in front of the screen.
Rear Table
The projector is placed near

Rear Ceiling
The projector is suspended
upside-down from the ceiling
behind the screen.


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Projecon Dimensions
• 16:9 Image on a 16:9 Screen
NOTE: 
16:9 Image on a 16:9 Screen
(a) Screen Size (b) Projecon
Distance
(c) Image
Height Image Width
in. cm in. m. in. cm in. mm
30 76.2 31.64 0.80 14.71 37.36 26.15 664
40 101.6 42.18 1.07 19.61 49.81 34.86 886
50 127 52.73 1.34 24.51 62.26 43.58 1107
60 152.4 63.28 1.61 29.42 74.72 52.29 1328
70 177.8 73.82 1.88 34.32 87.17 61.01 1550
80 203.2 84.37 2.14 39.22 99.62 69.73 1771
90 228.6 94.91 2.41 44.12 112.07 78.44 1992
100 254 105.46 2.68 49.03 124.53 87.16 2214
NOTE: There is a 3% tolerance among these numbers due to optical component

distance before permanently installing the projector.

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Mounng the Projector
NOTE: 

1. 
mount.
2. 

• Screw type: M4 x 8
• 
3. 
of the projector.
CAUTION:
• Avoid installing the projector near a heat source.
• 
the projector.

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Making Connecons
This section guides you on how to connect the projector with other equipment.
Connecng to Power
DC Power (Power Outlet)
1. Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
2. 
3. Connect the power cord plug to a power outlet. When connected, the projector

1
2
3
NOTE: When installing the projector, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect



or disconnect the power plug.

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USB-C Power Bank
1. Connect one end of the USB Type-C cable to the USB-C port of the projector.
2. Connect the other end of the USB Type-C cable to the power bank.
1
2
NOTE: The power bank should be 45W (15V/3A) at least, and support Power


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Connecng to External Devices
HDMI Connecon

connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI 
1.4) of your projector.
NOTE: 

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USB Connecon
USB-C Connecon
Connect one end of a USB Type-C cable to the USB-C port of your device. Then
connect the other end of the cable to the USB-C port of your projector.
NOTE:
• Ensure your USB Type-C device can support video transmission.
• The M2e can also use a USB-C connected power bank to turn on the
system. However, the brightness level will be limited to 50% and 30% when
the Light Source Level is set as Full or Eco
USB Type-A Connecon
Connect one end of a USB Type-A cable to the USB-A port of your device (if
applicable). Then connect the other end of the cable to the USB A port of your
projector.

the projector’s USB-A port. To learn more about managing storage device, e.g. USB
page 50.

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Wireless Screen Mirroring

on their personal device.
NOTE: Ensure your device is connected to the same network as the projector.
For iOS:
1. Access the drop down control menu.
2. Select the “Screen Mirroring” icon.
3. 
For Android:
1. 
2. Pull-to-refresh the app and wait for 30 seconds.
3. 
NOTE: 

of available devices. You can also scan the FAQ QR code and follow the
steps to directly cast your Android device.