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.
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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.
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 traffic. • Remove the battery from the remote control when storing or not in use for a prolonged period.
Chapter 1 At a Glance Overview Front/Top/Right View Keypad See Keypad - On-Screen Display (OSD) buttons Lens Projection Lens Cooling Vent Do not cover Cooling Vent Do not cover Keypad Up Cursor Navigate and change settings in the OSD Return Return the previous OSD menu Menu Open and exit the OSD...
Rear/Top/Left View IR Receiver Receive IR signal from the remote control Focus Ring Audio Out Focus the projected image Connect an audio cable to speakers or headphones DC In Connect the supplied power adapter Connect an USB drive HDMI/MHL Connect a HDMI/MHL cable from a HDMI/MHL device Bottom View Kickstand...
Standard Accessories Along with Qumi, the following accessories are included: Remote Control (With one 3V CR2025 battery) Regional Power Cord and Power Adapter Documentation Kit (User Manual, Quick Start Guide, Warranty W A R R A N T Y Card) HDMI cable Carrying Case Contact your dealer immediately if any items are missing, appear damaged, or if the unit...
Remote Control For HDMI Key Define OSD Off OSD On Press once -> “Power Off” warning message pop-up Power On/Off Power On/Off the projector. Press twice -> projector “Power Off” Moves OSD menu highlight Home Returns to Home Page Returns to Home page Left Performs action indicated by menu Enter / Play /...
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Key Define OSD Off OSD On Previous If Volume menu is displayed: Volume level is raised. Volume Up Opens Volume menu If other menu is displayed: closes menu and opens Volume menu If Volume menu is displayed: Volume level is lowered. Volume Down Opens Volume menu If other menu is displayed: closes...
Remote Control For Media / MHL Key Define OSD Off OSD On Press once -> “Power Off” warning message pop-up Power On/Off Power On/Off the projector. Press twice -> projector “Power Off” Moves menu selection up Moves OSD menu highlight Home Returns to Home Page Returns to Home page...
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Key Define OSD Off OSD On Previous Skips to previous entry in list Skips to previous entry in list If Volume menu is displayed: Volume level is raised. Volume Up Opens Volume menu If other menu is displayed: closes menu and opens Volume menu If Volume menu is displayed: Volume level is lowered.
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).
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.
Setting Up Qumi Connecting Peripherals by HDMI Connect HDMI-compatible peripherals to Qumi using an HDMI cable (optional). Blue Ray Camera Smartphone DVD player Game Personal Console Computer Connecting to an MHL Device Connect your Qumi to a MHL-compatible device by using an HDMI/MHL cable (optional). Smartphone Tablet Note:...
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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 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. Press the POWER button to turn on Qumi. Qumi splash screen displays and connected devices are detected.
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.
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. Replacing the Remote Control Batteries Remove the old Install the cover Remove the battery...
Chapter 3 Qumi User Interface Overview Qumi User Interface (UI) is designed to provide configuration and operational ease of use. The UI also allows you to access media files from your smart devices (phones or tablets) or USB drives for a complete media experience. The UI contains five main functions: •...
Media The Media center features Internal Memory, USB and Settings tools for the display of media files through Qumi. In the main menu, press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to select Media and press Supported Formats The following file formats are supported: •...
Internal Memory The Internal Memory tool provides functionality for saving external media files in Qumi. 1. In Media, press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to select Internal Memory and press 2. Press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to select Photo, Video, Music or Document.
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The USB tool provides functionality to display media files from a connected USB drive. 1. In Media, press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to select USB and press 2. Press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to select Photo, Video, Music or Document.
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Photo The available images in the connected USB drive or Internal Memory are listed in the Photo menu. Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button on the remote to select the image and press display. The Control Panel displays in the middle-bottom of the image. The following functions are available through the Control Panel.
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Video Available videos in the connected USB drive or Internal Memory are listed in the Video menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button on the remote to select the video and press to display. A Control Panel also displays with the image. The following table displays the available functions.
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Music Available music in the connected USB drive or Internal Memory are listed in the Music menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button on the remote to select the music and press to display. A Control Panel also displays with the music. The following table displays the available functions.
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Document Available documents in the connected USB drive or Internal Memory are listed in the Document menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button on the remote to select the document and press to display. A Control Panel also displays with the document. The following table displays the available functions.
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Settings The Settings menu allows access to settings for the Photo, Video, and Music functions. 1. In Media, press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to select Settings and press 2. Press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to select Photo, Video or Music and press to adjust the settings.
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Photo Press the ▲ or ▼ button on the remote to select the item and press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to change the setting. Item Description Display Ratio Select a display ratio (Original or Full Screen). Interval Time Select a duration time for the set pattern (10 sec, 30 sec or 1 min).
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Music Press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to change the setting. Item Description Repeat Mode Select a repeat mode (Sequence, Single or Once).
EZCastPro System Requirements The EZCastPro software is available for the Mac, iOS, Android and Windows operating systems. The following is a list of the software requirements: • Mac, iOS 7 and above • Android 4.0 • Windows 7, 8, 8.1 Setup EZCastPro Download and install the EZCastPro: •...
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AP Setup Mode By setting up Qumi as your network Access Point (AP), you can access Qumi menus through the EZCastPro software. Additionally, your device is able to access the internet if Qumi has an established WiFi connection. 1. From the main menu, press the ◄ or ► button on the remote to select EZCastPro. Press to continue.
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6. The network connection between Qumi and smart device is established. The network status is updated; see the following image. 7. On the device, tap the EZCastPro application to open. Note: The device must be networked to Qumi prior to opening the EZCastPro application. 8.
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9. In EZCastPro menu, tap Setting. 10. In the Setting menu, use your smart device or the remote to select Internet. 11. Tap or press on the remote to continue.
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12. Press the ▲ or ▼ on the remote or smart device to select a listed SSID and press 13. Once the SSID is selected, a password prompt displays. Enter the correlating password if required. Tap or click OK to enter. Tap or click Cancel to stop the process.
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Router Setup Mode In this configuration, both Qumi and device are connected to a local router. In this way, the EZCastPro software is able to remotely access Qumi through the network setting. 1. From the main menu, use the ◄ or ► on the remote to select EZCastPro. Press to continue.
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EZCastPro Overview The EZCastPro application provides remote function control for Qumi. EZCastPro and EZCast Off Line versions are available. Note: The screen shot is only for reference. Listed function names are for reference only and may differ from actual sample use. Android Icon Function...
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Icon Function Description Select to display video files from the camera roll or a connected device. Once selected, you are prompted to enter a name for the file before saving on Qumi’s internal memory. Video Not available in EZCast Off Line. Note: Video format: MPEG1/2/4/H.
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Icon Function Description Settings menu provides configuration access for the following: output resolution, SSID and password change, router connection setup, boot up mode priority and firmware Setting updating. Shared music is synchronized to your device. Not available in EZCast Off Line. Modify preference setting for the EZCast application: Select Preference Preferred Device, Host Control preferences, and displays...
USB Connection The USB Connection function allows a connected PC to function as an external storage device. Once connected, Qumi can function as an external storage device, which allows you to transfer files directly to Qumi’s internal memory. See the following information. 1.
HDMI / MHL The HDMI / MHL function allows a connected devices via HDMI or HDMI/MHL cable. To use Qumi projection function through the HDMI / MHL function, see the following information. 1. Once both the device and Qumi are powered on, connect one end of HDMI/MHL cable to the HDMI or MHL socket on the device, and the other end to the HDMI socket on Qumi.
EZMirror Displays the contents of your smart device directly onto the projected screen. Note: EZMirror is only available for Android devices. Follow these instructions to use Qumi projection function through EZMirror. 1. Power on your device before starting the process. 2.
Chapter 4 On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings OSD Menu Controls Qumi has an On-Screen Display (OSD) settings menu that allows you to make adjustments and changes to settings, such as Color, Display, Information, Audio, and Management settings. There are 5 menus within the OSD menu: •...
Setting the OSD Language The language that is displayed in the OSD can be changed. To change the language in the OSD, perform the following steps: 1. Enter the OSD menu. Press the ◄ or ► button to select the Management and press 2.
OSD Menu Overview Use the following illustration to quickly find a setting or determine the range for a setting. Main Menu Sub Menu Settings Color Display Mode Presentation, Bright, Game, Movie, TV Brightness 0~100 Contrast 0~100 Sharpness Color Temperature Warm, Normal, Cold Gamma 1.0, 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.4...
OSD Menu Overview Main Menu Sub Menu Settings Information WiFi IP Resolution 3D Format LED Hours FW Version Audio Volume 0~10 Mute Off, On Management Language English, Čeština, Dansk, Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano, Magyar, Nederlands, Polski, Português, Suomi, Svenska, Türkçe, Русский, ไทย, 繁體中文, 簡体中文, 日本語, 한국어, Việt Nam, ...
Color Menu To access the Color menu and adjust the settings, perform the following steps: 1. Enter the OSD menu. 2. Press the ◄ or ► button to select the Color menu and press 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move the cursor up or down in the Color menu. 4.
Display Menu To access the Display menu and adjust the settings, perform the following steps: 1. Enter the OSD menu. 2. Press the ◄ or ► button to select the Display menu and press 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move the cursor up and down in the Display menu. 4.
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To adjust the 3D settings, press to enter the 3D sub menu. Item Description 3D Mode Press to select 3D mode. 3D L/R Invert Press to enable or disable 3D L/R Invert. Note: To use the 3D function, the Play Movie in 3D setting found in your player under the 3D Disc Menu must be enabled.
Information Menu To see the information of Qumi, perform the following steps: 1. Enter the OSD menu. 2. Press the ◄ or ► button to select the Information menu and press Item Description WiFi IP Display the device WiFi IP address. Resolution Display resolution information.
Audio Menu To access the Audio menu and adjust the settings, perform the following steps: 1. Enter the OSD menu. 2. Press the ◄ or ► button to select the Audio menu and press 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move the cursor up and down in the Audio menu. 4.
Management To access the Management menu and adjust the settings, perform the following steps: 1. Enter the OSD menu. 2. Press the ◄ or ► button to select the Management menu and press 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move the cursor up and down in the Management menu.
Chapter 5 Taking Care of Your Qumi Cleaning Qumi Cleaning Qumi to remove dust and grime will help provide trouble-free operation. Warning: 1. Qumi should be turned off and unplugged before cleaning. Failure to do so may result in injury or damage to the system. 2.
Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions These guidelines provide tips to deal with problems you may encounter while using Qumi. If the problem remains unresolved, contact your dealer for assistance. The problem sometimes can be as simple as a wire that is not completely connected. Review the following possible issues before proceeding to the problem-specific solutions.
Image Problems Problem: No image appears on the screen Turn off all of the equipment and power up the equipment again in the correct order. Problem: The image is blurred 1. Adjust the focus on Qumi. 2. Make sure Qumi-to-screen distance is within the specified range. 3.
Audio Problems Problem: There is no sound 1. Adjust the volume of the audio source. 2. Check the audio cable connection. 3. Test the output of the audio source with other speakers. 4. Have Qumi serviced. Problem: The sound is distorted 1.
11. Why do I need to re-adjust the focus on my Qumi after it’s powered up? For the best picture quality, adjustment of the focus ring may be necessary once the operational temperature has been met. Vivitek Support Site Please visit www.vivitekcorp.com for more information, support and product registration.
Regulatory Compliance FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.