Vivitek Qumi Q8 User manual

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Preface
Copyright
©2016 Vivitek. is a trademark of Delta Electronics, Inc. Other trademarks
are the properties of their respective owners. Values, weights and dimensions are
approximate. Specications are subject to change without prior notice.
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer
makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and
specically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or tness for any particular
purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make
changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to
notify any person of such revision or changes.
Trademark Recognition
HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Denition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the
United States and other countries.
MHL, the MHL logo, and Mobile High-Denition Link are trademarks
or registered trademarks of MHL licensing, LLC.
All other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners
and are acknowledged.

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Important Safety Information
Important:
It is strongly recommended that you read this section carefully before using Qumi. These
safety and usage instructions that will make sure you enjoy many years of safe use of
Qumi. Keep this manual for future reference.
Symbols Used
Warning symbols are used on the unit and in this manual to alert you of hazardous
situations.
The following styles are used in this manual to alert you to important information.
Note:
Provides additional information on the topic at hand.
Important:
Provides additional information that should not be overlooked.
Caution:
Alerts you to situations that may damage the unit.
Warning:
Alerts you to situations that may damage the unit, create a hazardous environment, or
cause personal injury.
Throughout this manual, component parts and items in the OSD (On-Screen Display)
menus are denoted in bold font as in this example:
“Press the Menu button on the remote control to open the Setting menu.”
General Safety Information
• Do not open the unit case. There are no user-serviceable parts in the unit. For
servicing, contact qualied service personnel.
• Follow all warnings and cautions in this manual and on the unit case.
• The projection light source is extremely bright by design. To avoid damage to eyes,
do not look into the lens when the LED illumination is on.
• Do not place the unit on an unstable surface or stand.
• Avoid using the system near water, in direct sunlight, or near a heating device.
• Do not place heavy objects such as books or bags on the unit.
Note:
RG1 IEC 62471-5:2015.

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Qumi Installation Notice
• Allow at least a 500mm clearance around the exhaust vent.
Minimum 100mm
Minimum 500mm
• Make sure that the intake vents do not recycle hot air from the exhaust vent.
• When operating Qumi in an enclosed space, make sure that the surrounding air
temperature within the enclosure does not exceed operating temperature while Qumi
is running, and the air intake and exhaust vents are unobstructed.
• All enclosures should pass a certied thermal evaluation to make sure that Qumi
does not recycle exhaust air, as this may cause the device to shutdown even if the
enclosure temperature is with the acceptable operating temperature range.
Caution:
1. Alerts you to situations that may damage the unit.
2. Avoid using Qumi in dusty environments.

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Power Safety
• Only use the supplied adapter.
• Do not place anything on the cord. Place the cord where it will not be in the way of
foot trafc.
• Remove the battery from the remote control when storing or not in use for a
prolonged period.
Cleaning Qumi
• Unplug the cord before cleaning. See Cleaning Qumi on page 48.
Note:
Qumi will be warm after usage. Allow Qumi to cool down before storing in a compartment.
Regulatory Warnings
Before installing and using Qumi, read the regulatory notices in the Regulatory
Compliance on page 57.
Symbol Explanations
DISPOSAL: Do not use household or municipal waste collection services for
disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. EU countries require the use
of separate recycling collection services.
Main Features
• Native 1080p resolution with a 16:9 aspect ratio.
• Up to 1,000 LED color brightness and 30,000:1 contrast for brilliant and sharp
images.
• Project a large 120” (diagonal) high denition image from only 4 meters from the
projection surface.
• Long life energy efcient LED light source with an estimated 30,000 hours of
operation.
• Wirelessly stream and project documents, photos, movies and other content with the
integrated wireless system.
• Built-in 2 watt audio speaker with audio-out port for attachment of external speakers.
About this manual
This manual is intended for end users and describes how to install and operate Qumi.
Wherever possible, relevant information—such as an illustration and its description—has
been kept on one page. This printer-friendly format is both for your convenience and to
help save paper, thereby protecting the environment. It is suggested that you only print
sections that are relevant to your needs.

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Table of Contents
Preface .................................................................................................................. ii
Chapter 1 At a Glance ................................................................ 1
Overview................................................................................................................ 1
Standard Accessories ............................................................................................ 3
Remote Control For HDMI ..................................................................................... 4
Remote Control For Media / MHL.......................................................................... 6
Qumi and Remote Control Buttons........................................................................ 8
Chapter 2 Getting Started.......................................................... 9
What You Need...................................................................................................... 9
Setting Up Qumi .................................................................................................. 10
Setting Up the Remote ........................................................................................ 14
Chapter 3 Qumi User Interface................................................ 15
Overview.............................................................................................................. 15
Media ................................................................................................................... 16
EZCastPro ........................................................................................................... 26
USB Connection .................................................................................................. 35
HDMI / MHL ......................................................................................................... 36
EZMirror............................................................................................................... 37
Chapter 4 On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings........................ 38
OSD Menu Controls............................................................................................. 38
Setting the OSD Language.................................................................................. 39
OSD Menu Overview ........................................................................................... 40
OSD Menu Overview ........................................................................................... 41
Color Menu .......................................................................................................... 42
Display Menu ....................................................................................................... 43
Information Menu................................................................................................. 45
Audio Menu.......................................................................................................... 46
Management........................................................................................................ 47
Chapter 5 Taking Care of Your Qumi ...................................... 48
Cleaning Qumi ..................................................................................................... 48
Cleaning the Lens................................................................................................ 48
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 49
Vivitek Support Site.............................................................................................. 52
Specications....................................................................................................... 53
Projection Distance vs. Projection Size ............................................................... 54
Projection Distance and Size Table ..................................................................... 54
Timing Mode Table............................................................................................... 55
Qumi Dimensions ................................................................................................ 56
Regulatory Compliance ....................................................................................... 57
Safety Certications............................................................................................. 57
Disposal and Recycling ....................................................................................... 57

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Chapter 1 At a Glance
Overview
Front/Top/Right View
Keypad
Keypad
See Keypad - On-Screen
Display (OSD) buttons
Cooling Vent
Do not cover
Lens
Projection Lens
Cooling Vent
Do not cover
Right Cursor
Navigate and change settings
in the OSD
Enter Cursor
Change settings in the OSD
Left Cursor
Navigate and change settings
in the OSD
Up Cursor
Navigate and change settings
in the OSD
Menu
Open and exit the OSD
Down Cursor
Navigate and change settings
in the OSD
Return
Return the previous OSD menu
Power Switch
Turn on/off Qumi

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Rear/Top/Left View
Bottom View
Audio Out
Connect an audio cable to
speakers or headphones DC In
Connect the supplied
power adapter
HDMI/MHL
Connect a HDMI/MHL cable
from a HDMI/MHL device
IR Receiver
Receive IR signal from
the remote control
USB
Connect an USB drive
Rubber Foot Pad
Stability and maintain cooling
ventilation
Kickstand
Tripod Connecting Slot
Tripod not included
Focus Ring
Focus the projected image

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Standard Accessories
Along with Qumi, the following accessories are included:
Remote Control
(With one 3V CR2025 battery)
Regional Power Cord and Power Adapter
WARRANTY
Documentation Kit
(User Manual, Quick Start Guide, Warranty
Card)
HDMI cable
Carrying Case
Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit
does not work. It is recommended that you keep the original packing material in case you
ever need to return the equipment for warranty service.
Note:
Accessories will vary from model to model.

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Remote Control For HDMI
Key Dene OSD Off OSD On
Power On/Off Power On/Off the projector.
Press once -> “Power Off” warning
message pop-up
Press twice -> projector “Power Off”
Up N/A Moves OSD menu highlight
Home Returns to Home Page Returns to Home page
Left N/A Performs action indicated by menu
Enter / Play /
Pause N/A Performs action indicated by menu
Right N/A Performs action indicated by menu
Menu Opens OSD menu Closes OSD
Down N/A move the highlight of OSD menu
Exit N/A Close OSD
Rewind N/A N/A
Stop N/A N/A

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Key Dene OSD Off OSD On
Previous N/A N/A
Volume Up Opens Volume menu
If Volume menu is displayed:
Volume level is raised.
If other menu is displayed: closes
menu and opens Volume menu
Volume Down Opens Volume menu
If Volume menu is displayed:
Volume level is lowered.
If other menu is displayed: closes
menu and opens Volume menu.
Mute
If audio is not muted: mutes
audio and opens Mute menu
If Mute menu is displayed, unmutes
audio and displays UnMute menu.
If audio is muted: unmutes
audio and opens UnMute
menu
If UnMute menu is displayed, mutes
audio and displays Mute menu.
If other menu is displayed, closes
menu. If audio is not muted, mutes
audio and opens Mute menu.
If other menu is displayed, closes
menu. If audio is muted, unmutes
audio and opens UnMute menu.

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Remote Control For Media / MHL
Key Dene OSD Off OSD On
Power On/Off Power On/Off the projector.
Press once -> “Power Off” warning
message pop-up
Press twice -> projector “Power Off”
Up Moves menu selection up Moves OSD menu highlight
Home Returns to Home Page Returns to Home page
Left Moves menu selection left Performs action indicated by menu
Enter / Play /
Pause
Enters media sub menu,
Plays / Pauses media
selection
Performs action indicated by menu
Right Moves menu selection right Performs action indicated by menu
Menu Opens OSD menu Closes OSD
Down Moves down in entry list Moves OSD menu highlight
Exit Exits current menu Closes OSD
Rewind Rewinds media play Rewinds media play
Stop Stops media play Stops media play

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Key Dene OSD Off OSD On
Previous Skips to previous entry in list Skips to previous entry in list
Volume Up Opens Volume menu
If Volume menu is displayed:
Volume level is raised.
If other menu is displayed: closes
menu and opens Volume menu
Volume Down Opens Volume menu
If Volume menu is displayed:
Volume level is lowered.
If other menu is displayed: closes
menu and opens Volume menu.
Mute
If audio is not muted: mutes
audio and opens Mute menu
If Mute menu is displayed, unmutes
audio and displays UnMute menu.
If audio is muted: unmutes
audio and opens UnMute
menu
If UnMute menu is displayed, mutes
audio and displays Mute menu.
If other menu is displayed, closes
menu. If audio is not muted, mutes
audio and opens Mute menu.
If other menu is displayed, closes
menu. If audio is muted, unmutes
audio and opens UnMute menu.
Important:
1. Be sure nothing obstructs the path between the remote control and Qumi. If the path
between the remote control and Qumi is obstructed, the signal can bounce off certain
reective surfaces.
2. The buttons and keys on Qumi have the same layout and similar functions as the
corresponding buttons on the remote control. This user’s manual describes the functions
based on the remote control.

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Qumi and Remote Control Buttons
Qumi can be operated using the remote control or the keypad on the top of Qumi. All
operations can be carried out with the remote control.
The remote control is not only used to navigate the cursor in the menus, but can also be
used to control the media functions (music and video playback). For more details about
how to control the media functions with the remote control, please refer to 15.
Note:
MHL function:
For app settings, ▲ Up, ▼ Down, ◄ Left and ► Right are used as directional arrows;
ENTER and EXIT are also included.
Controlling your smart device with the remote control:
When the projector displays the contents of your MHL compatible smart device, you can
use the remote control to control your smart device.
To enter MHL mode, the following buttons are available to control your smart device; arrow
keys (▲ Up, ▼ Down, ◄ Left, ► Right), EXIT control buttons.

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Chapter 2 Getting Started
What You Need
Many types of external devices and peripherals can be connected to Qumi. DVD players
can be connected to play movies. Camcorders and digital cameras can also be used to
play videos and display photos.
These devices can be connected to Qumi using an appropriate cable. Make sure that the
connecting device has an appropriate output connector.
Warning:
As a safety precaution, disconnect all power to Qumi and connecting devices before
making connections.
Connect AC power adapter
Connect audio Insert USB device
Connect HDMI/MHL peripherals

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Setting Up Qumi
Connecting Peripherals by HDMI
Connect HDMI-compatible peripherals to Qumi using an HDMI cable (optional).
Game
Console Personal Computer
SmartphoneCamera Blue Ray
DVD player
Connecting to an MHL Device
Connect your Qumi to a MHL-compatible device by using an HDMI/MHL cable (optional).
TabletSmartphone
Note:
For some MHL compatible devices, whose output is not via micro-USB, an extra cable
adaptor may be required.
Adapters for Samsung devices are sold separately.

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Inserting a USB Drive
Connect a USB drive to Qumi by inserting the storage device(s) into the appropriate port.
Connecting Audio
Connect earphones or mini speakers to Qumi by inserting into the Audio Out port.
Headphone Mini Speaker

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Starting and Shutting down Qumi
1. Connect the AC power adapter
to Qumi. Connect the other end
of the AC power adapter to a
wall outlet.
Note:
Adapter models may vary
between regions.
2. Press the POWER button to
turn on Qumi.
Qumi splash screen displays
and connected devices are
detected.
3. Press the ◄ or ► button on
the remote control to select the
function that you desire to play.
• Media
• EZCastPro
• USB Connection
• HDMI / MHL
• EZMirror
4. Press the POWER button to
turn off Qumi.

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5. When the “Power Off? /Press
Power again” message appears,
press the POWER button.
The projector turns off.
Adjusting the Image
If the projected image is not clear, the image can
be adjusted by moving the focus ring left or right
until the image is clear.
Adjusting the Projector Level
Flip down the kickstand to adjust the projector
level.
Using a Tripod
Qumi can be used with a tripod by connecting the
tripod to the bottom of Qumi. Many typical tripods
can be connected.
Supported Tripod Specications:
• Type: Tripod
• Slot size: 1/4-20 L6.3 mm

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Setting Up the Remote
The remote control comes with one (1) 3V lithium
battery (CR2025). The battery is pre-installed in
the remote control.
To begin using the remote control, remove the
plastic tab (A) from the battery compartment.
A
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries
1. Remove the battery
compartment cover
by turning the cover
towards the arrow
(A). Then lift the
cover out towards
the arrow (B).
2. Remove the old
battery and insert
the new battery
with the positive
side facing up.
3. Install the cover
as shown in the
illustration.
A
B
C
R
2
0
2
5
B
A
Caution:
1. Use only a 3V lithium battery (CR2025).
2. Dispose of used batteries according to local ordinance regulations.
3. Remove the battery when not using Qumi for prolonged periods.
Operating Range
The remote control uses infrared (IR) transmission to control Qumi. It is not necessary to
point the remote directly at Qumi.
The remote control functions properly within a radius of approximately 7 meters (23 feet)
and 15 degrees above or below Qumi level (if the remote is not held perpendicular to the
sides or rear of Qumi).
If Qumi is unresponsive to the remote control, move closer towards Qumi.