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  • Page 1 JM-250 Andriod™ Smart Box User Manual...

  • Page 2: Copyright And Trademark

    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 computer language, in any form or by means of electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of this company.
  • Page 3 Any third party content or service preinstalled in this product is provided “as is”. BenQ does not, by expression or by implication, make any warrant to the content or to the services provided by third parties.
  • Page 4 In addition, BenQ is not involved in any transactions you conduct in the websites or similar resources maintained by third parties. 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...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    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...
  • Page 6 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™...
  • Page 7 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 11/6/14...

  • Page 8: Preface

    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.
  • Page 9 Icon Item Description Knowledge of avoiding misusages, false operation, or improper behavior leading Warning component corruption, data loss, or injury.

  • Page 10: Touring The Product

    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;...

  • Page 11: Package Contents

    • 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.

  • Page 12: Front And Rear Views

    Description Power LED Lit in blue when system on and in red when standing by. IR receiver For use with the included BenQ i-Remote . microSD/SDHC Use this slot with microSD/SDHC card (purchase required) to expand card slot available memory space of Andriod™ Smart Box.
  • Page 13 Item Name Description To be used to connect Andriod™ Smart Box to AV-in jacks on display AV-out terminals. HDMI To be used to connect Andriod™ Smart Box to the HDMI port on display connector terminals. To be used as the power input of Andriod™ Smart Box. Use the included DC-in USB power cable to connect the power adapter.

  • Page 14: Introduction

    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.
  • Page 15 You may access folders and files on the card by selecting All Apps > DocQman • 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. Remove the microSD/SDHC card 1.

  • Page 16: Connect To Hdmi Port Equipped Televisions Or Monitors

    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...

  • Page 17: Connect Usb Keyboard And Mouse

    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. USB (Type A) port on Andriod™...

  • Page 18: Connect Power Supply

    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.

  • Page 19: Connect Usb External Storage Devices

    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. USB external storage device There is no guarantee of all USB external storage devices of any kind by every manufacturer to be compatible with Andriod™...

  • Page 20: Use Benq I-Remote

    • 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...
  • Page 21 Item Button name Mode Description Andriod™ Work as the left button of mouse. Smart Box Left Andriod™ Press to confirm. Smart Box/TV Andriod™ Scroll the wheel to move display area upward or Scroll wheel Smart Box downward. Andriod™ Push scroll wheel up, down, left, or right to select items on 4-way control Smart Box/TV the screen.
  • Page 22 Due to limited button functionality on the included BenQ i-Remote of Andriod™ Smart Box and various operations in apps, there is no guarantee to the included BenQ i-Remote well suited to all apps. You may choose external wired or wireless keyboard and mouse for assistance.

  • Page 23: Notice On Benq I-Remote Operations

    • Use BenQ i-Remote with the dongle within 30 degrees of angle and less than 5 meters long. • Do not cover the dongle or block with obstacles to let BenQ i-Remote and the dongle be in line of sight.

  • Page 24: Notice On Battery Usage

    • Chemicals leaked from battery may cause skin irritation and corrode metal contacts. Use a dry cloth to clean up and change the battery immediately if any leakage from the battery. • Please check or change the battery in BenQ i-Remote regularly to avoid battery leaks resulted in damage.

  • Page 25: Basic Operations

    Before using your Andriod™ Smart Box for the very first time, you will have to configure settings such as language, display, network, and so on. Confirm items below before proceed. • You have correctly connected power supply, BenQ i-Remote, and HDMI of Andriod™ Smart Box to display.
  • Page 26 Please use BenQ i-Remote to adjust the ratio of display area. Please select Next when finished. 4. You will be directed to time zone setting then. Please use BenQ i-Remote to select your time zone. Please select Next when finished.
  • Page 27 5. You will be directed to network settings. Following setting exemplifies Wi-Fi networking on Andriod™ Smart Box. Please make sure you have available and operative SSIDs in hand. 6. Please select Wi-Fi, and select Next.
  • Page 28 7. Andriod™ Smart Box should begin to scan for SSIDs. 8. Discovered SSIDs with signal strength and availability will be listed on the screen when done scanning. Password required SSids are presented with a lock icon by signal strength. Please select your SSID. Please make sure you have selected an SSID with a good signal strength for effortless file transmission.
  • Page 29 9. If your SSID requires password, you will be asked for the password. You may tick Show password to reveal for verifications. 10. Select Connect. Andriod™ Smart Box will attempt to connect to the selected SSID. If succeeded, the selected SSID should be designated by Connected in the list.
  • Page 30 11. You have completed the initial setup so far. Please select Finish. 12. After initial setup, you will be directed to the main screen as illustrated. You may directly perform desired apps or functions here. At the bottom are favorite apps for quick pick.

  • Page 31: Switch Modes Of Andriod™ Smart Box

    Switch modes of Andriod™ Smart Box Press power button on BenQ i-Remote again to have Andriod™ Smart Box enter power saving mode. Press power button again on BenQ i-Remote to have Andriod™ Smart Box enter normal initiation mode. Once normal initiation mode completed, the main screen appears.

  • Page 32: Adjust System Volume

    (If virtual keyboard appears on screen.) Adjust system volume You may adjust system sound volume by following methods: 1. Press volume up/down button on BenQ i-Remote. 2. Click on auxiliary icons at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 33: Update From Downloaded Software File

    • If you choose to update from self-downloaded software file, please be noted to keep from power outages while update in progress; otherwise it will result in update failure and booting errors. • You can install software files released by BenQ only. Users are responsible for data loss and system failures resulted from unauthorized software files.
  • Page 34 2. Andriod™ Smart Box will begin to restore to factory defaults. Initial setup screen appears when restoring completed. Refer to Initial setup (page 25) to proceed initial setup. It is strongly recommended to backup everything important on your Andriod™ Smart Box before restoring to factory defaults.

  • Page 35: Use Apps

    Main screen After finished initial setup or every time you turned on Andriod™ Smart Box, the main screen appears as below. You may press home button on BenQ i-Remote to return the main screen at once while using other apps.
  • Page 36 Item Name Description Select to choose a variety of apps by BenQ for your Andriod™ Smart BenQ Zone Box. BenQ Suggest Select to choose a variety of apps by BenQ for your smart devices. Google Select to launch Google apps.

  • Page 37: Use Smartphones Or Tablets As A Mini Touch Panel Of Andriod™ Smart Box (Screen Link)

    Use smartphones or tablets as a mini touch panel of Andriod™ Smart Box (Screen Link) Not only can Screen Link work as a remote control for media playing, but also as a pad controller for superior gaming experience especially when applicable to the accelerometer or the gyro. Screen Link supports smart devices with Android™...
  • Page 38 2. Click on the icon of Screen Link on your smartphone or tablet. 3. You should be able to see everything on your smartphone or tablet exactly the same as on your TV screen, and you can use your smartphone or tablet as a mini touch panel to operate your Andriod™...
  • Page 39 4. Only at a time can one smart device with Screen Link remotely manipulate one Andriod™ Smart Box. You have to drop the current connection between the smart device and Andriod™ Smart Box to establish another if you wish to remotely manipulate another Andriod™...

  • Page 40: Use Smartphones Or Tablets As The Remote Controller (Benq Smart Remote)

    Use smartphones or tablets as the remote controller (BenQ Smart Remote) Other than BenQ i-Remote, external keyboard, and mouse, if you own a smart device such as a smartphone or a tablet, you may install BenQ Smart Remote on your smart device to manipulate each function of Andriod™...
  • Page 41 • Only at a time can one smart device with BenQ Smart Remote remotely control Andriod™ Smart Box have to drop the current connection between the smart drive and Andriod™ Smart Box to establish another if you wish user the other smart device to remotely control Andriod™...

  • Page 42: Benq Smart Remote Operation Modes

    You may switch to the mode suits you best depending on features and the necessity of each app for your handy operation. Remote controller mode Tap to launch BenQ Smart Remote. Once connected, the app enters remote controller mode by default. The layout in remote controller mode is illustrated as below.
  • Page 43 Item Description Tap this button and swipe right to reveal BenQ Smart Remote properties and information as well as set cursor speed. Tap this button to switch modes among remote controller, cursor, and text. Tap this button to decrease system volume.
  • Page 44 The layout in cursor mode is illustrated as below. Item Description Tap this button and swipe right to reveal BenQ Smart Remote properties and information as well as set cursor speed. Tap this button to switch between modes in remote controller, cursor, and text.
  • Page 45 Item Description This area is a simulated touch panel. You can put your fingers on this area to tap, drag, swipe, stretch, or pinch items on Andriod™ Smart Box just like using touch panels on smart devices. Use both fingers simultaneously swiping up and down on this area for scrolling web pages. Tap this button to back to previous page or previous level of menu.
  • Page 46 Item Description Tap this button and swipe right to reveal BenQ Smart Remote properties and information as well as set cursor speed. Tap this button to switch between modes in remote controller, cursor, and text. Tap this rectangle to input characters.
  • Page 47 Item Description Tap this button to insert characters in the rectangle into the text field. Tap this button to have Andriod™ Smart Box enter standby mode. Tap this button to mute. Tap again to resume. Given selected characters in the text field, tap this button to replace selected characters with characters in the rectangle.

  • Page 48: Stream Videos On The Internet To Andriod™ Smart Box For Playback (Playtogo)

    Stream videos on the Internet to Andriod™ Smart Box for playback (PlayToGo) With PlayToGo app, you can stream videos on smart devices with touch panels to your Andriod™ Smart Box to watch your family together. 1. Make sure your Andriod™ Smart Box has connected to the Internet.
  • Page 49 3. Select PlayToGo service to enable the function. Once the status changed to enabled, the function is now working. 4. Default name is Playtogo + (the last 4 characters of your Andriod™ Smart Box’s MAC address). If you wish to rename, select PlayToGo device name to rename it.
  • Page 50 5. Make sure you have downloaded and installed PlayToGo app from online app store to your smart device. 6. Please make sure your Andriod™ Smart Box and smart device are in the same local network such as connecting to the same wireless access point and networking is available.
  • Page 51 7. Launch PlayToGo app on your smart device. The help screen appears if first launch. Shut the help screen to proceed to channel list of PlayToGo. The layout varies from operating systems respective to the smart devices. Channels on the list update occasionally. 8.
  • Page 52 It is recommended to control playback via BenQ Smart Remote. Launching BenQ Smart Remote at PlayToGo varies from operating systems. If iOS™, tap BenQ Smart Remote at bottom right, whereas, if Android™, tap...

  • Page 53: Stream Multimedia Files To Andriod™ Smart Box For Playback

    DLNA devices such as smartphones, tablets, or computers in the local network. It is recommended to utilize BenQ Smart Remote for playback when media transmitted to Andriod™ Smart Box. Please refer to Use smartphones or tablets as the remote controller (BenQ Smart Remote) (page 40)

  • Page 54: Stream From Smartphones/Tablets (Applicable To Ios™ Devices As Airplay™)

    Stream from smartphones/tablets (applicable to iOS™ devices as AirPlay™) 1. Please make sure both your Andriod™ Smart Box and iOS™ device are turned on. 2. Please make sure both Andriod™ Smart Box and the iOS™ device are in the same local network such as connecting to the same wireless access point and networking is available.

  • Page 55: Stream From Smartphones/Tablets (Applicable To Android™ Devices)

    Stream from smartphones/tablets (applicable to Android™ devices) 1. Please make sure your Andriod™ Smart Box and Android™ device are turned on. 2. Please make sure both Andriod™ Smart Box and the Android™ device are in the same local network such as connecting to the same wireless access point and networking is available. 3.
  • Page 56 The selected media file will be streamed and started playing on Andriod™ Smart Box. The default name of Andriod™ Smart Box is set as “W-Fi MAC address + JM-250”. If there are many Andriod™ Smart Boxs coexisting, and you wish to confirm the one to transmit, you may check Wi-Fi MAC address of the Andriod™...

  • Page 57: Play Files From External Devices On Andriod™ Smart Box

    With an appropriate DLNA app, your Andriod™ Smart Box will be able to serach and play media files stored on other devices. It is recommended to utilize BenQ Smart Remote for playback when media transmitted to Andriod™ Smart Box. Please refer to Use smartphones or tablets as the remote controller (BenQ Smart Remote) (page 40) details.
  • Page 58 4. Tap and open the DLNA app on your smartphone/tablet, select Andriod™ Smart Box as the playback device, and grant permission to Andriod™ Smart Box to access files in your smartphone/tablet by selecting Media Player > Media center > DLNA_DMP. 5.

  • Page 59: Play Files From Computers On Andriod™ Smart Box

    Rename device name of Andriod™ Smart Box The default name of Andriod™ Smart Box is set to JM-250. If you wish to rename it, please set the new name by selecting Main Screen> Media Player > Media center > Settings > Target...

  • Page 60: Use Screen Mirroring

    Use Screen Mirroring Adopting Wi-Fi Direct technology, Screen Mirroring enables smart devices with Android™ 4.2 or later to mirror their screens to Andriod™ Smart Box without any intermediate equipment. To use Screen Mirroring: 1. At Andriod™ Smart Box, select All APPs > Screen Mirroring. 2.
  • Page 61 3. Once permission granted, the connection will be established and the screen on your smart device will be mirrored to Andriod™ Smart Box. The device name of your smart device will be listed after “Peer List:” as in the sketch above. Due to hardware divengence and software discrepancy, not every smart device with Andriod™...

  • Page 62: Pre-Installed Apps Guide

    Select to directly install apk files in internal memory of Andriod™ Smart Box, APP Installer the memory card, or the external USB storage device. BenQ Suggest Select to view apps recommended by BenQ. Browser Select to browse the Internet as if with a computer. Calculator Select to engage calculations.
  • Page 63 Item Description Downloads Select to browse and access downloaded files from the Internet. Drive Select to use the file storage and synchronization service provided by Google. Select to enjoy entertainment news and the latest knowledge in videos for the Education family.
  • Page 64 Item Description Media Center Select to play media files on other DLNA servers, or allow other DLNA devices (Airplay inside) to play media files in Smart Stick. Refer to Stream multimedia files to Andriod™ Smart Box for playback (see page for more details.
  • Page 65 Item Description Screen Mirroring Select to enable smart devices with Android™ 4.2 or later to mirror their screens to Andriod™ Smart Box without any intermediate equipment. Search Select to search for webpages and pictures over the Internet via Google search engine with keywords.

  • Page 66: Settings

    Settings Select Setup > Advanced > More Settings at the main screen to adjust software and hardware configurations of Andriod™ Smart Box. Available items vary from system status. Unavailable items are grayed out.

  • Page 67: Wireless & Networks

    Wireless & networks Item Description Switches for wireless network connectivity. Informs a list of available Wi-Fi Wi-Fi networks once switched on. Switches for Bluetooth connectivity. Informs a list of available Bluetooth Bluetooth connections s once switched on. Ethernet Switches for Ethernet networking. Configures Ethernet networking. Reveals uploaded and downloaded data usages of each app in Smart Stack during a Data usage certain period.

  • Page 68: Device

    Device Item Description Sound Touch sounds Switches for sound effects of selecting items on the screen. Display Font size Sets font size on the screen. Storage Reveals total space of every available memory and occupied storage space. Reveals all installed apps on Andriod™ Smart Box including downloaded apps and Apps executing apps.

  • Page 69: Personal

    Personal Item Description Switches for location-based apps to access your location. Certain apps require your Location location data to provide services. For example, by access the location of your Access Andriod™ Smart Box, restaurants in the proximity can be revealed. Security Administrates apps installation acknowledgment and manages credential storage.

  • Page 70: Accounts

    Accounts Item Description Manages accounts and available services on Andriod™ Smart Box. You can Add account administer accounts associated with Google, Facebook, and e-mail as well as decide information synchronization types of each account.

  • Page 71: System

    System Item Description Automatic date Switches for Smart TV Box to synchronize date and time over the & time Internet. Set date Sets date manually when Automatic date & time disables. Set time Set time manually when Automatic date & time disables Select time Date &...

  • Page 72: Frequently Asked Questions And Resolutions

    Frequently asked questions and resolutions If you have problems on installations and using Andriod™ Smart Box, please refer to the frequent asked questions as listed below for resolutions. If the problem still exists, pleaese contact BenQ customer service for help.
  • Page 73 • Make sure whether the dongle is well connected to Smart TV Box but not loosed. • Make sure whether the using of BenQ i-Remote is not far away from Andriod™ Smart Box. • Make sure whether BenQ i-Remote and the dongle are in line of sight.
  • Page 74 • Make sure whether you have turned on the power of Andriod™ Smart Box. Press power button on BenQ i-Remote to turn on Andriod™ Smart Box. • Make sure whether the volumes of Andriod™ Smart Box and display have been turned all the way down or muted.
  • Page 75 App failures • Please make sure apps are adapted for Andriod™ Smart Box. For example, camera and wired network required apps are not adapted to Andriod™ Smart Box. If the app is not applicable, please select Setup > Advanced > More Settings > Apps > Downloaded to remove the app.
  • Page 76 Insufficient storage space for downloading • Please check whether storage space is insufficient. Go to Setup > Advanced > More Settings > Storage to check if space is all occupied. If all occupied, please remove apps or sanitize occupied space. •...

  • Page 77: Specifications

    Specifications Model BenQ JM-250 Processor ARM Cortex-A9 quad core with clock rate up to 2 GHz Graphics Mali-450 octuple core Operating Android™ 4.4.x System Memory DDR3 1GB Basic Storage NAND flash 8GB Wireless IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n (dual band 2.4 & 5GHz ) Ports &...
  • Page 78 Dimension (antenna 107.9 (length) x 105.2 (width) x 21.5 (height) mm excluded) Weight Other (Andriod™ Approximate 260g Smart Box base unit) Power input 5V/2A...

  • Page 79: Safety Warning & Notice

    Safety warning & notice Please pay extra care about the content in this section while operating this device. • Please keep this manual appropriately so you can refer to when needed. • Please do obey system related instructions and warnings. •...
  • Page 80 • Please do not try to fix the power adapter by yourself. There is no parts in the power adapter can be self repaired. Please replace a new power adapter if the old one is damaged or with excessive moisture. Please contact your BenQ dealer for assistance and services. Safety warning on wireless network...
  • Page 81 5GHz spectrum regulated in Malaysia: 5.150~5.250GHz, 5.250~5.350GHz, 5.725~5.875GHz. Thailand: 5.150~5.250GHz, 5.250~5.350GHz, 5.725~5.825GHz. UAE: 5.150~5.250GHz, 5.250~5.350GHz, 5.725~5.850GHz.

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