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BenQ JD-150 User Manual

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  • Page 1 JD-150 Smart Stick for Android™ User Manual...

  • Page 2: Copyright And Trademark

    Copyright and trademark Copyright 2015 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Content Copyright and trademark ....................2 Disclaimer ...........................2 Preface ..........................8 About this book ................................8 Legends ....................................8 Touring the product ......................10 Introduction ..................................10 Package contents ................................11 Front and rear views ..............................13 Introduction ........................15 Setup and connect Smart Stick ........................... 15 Insert the microSD/SDHC card (For memory space expansion) ..................
  • Page 6 Use apps ..........................34 Main screen ..................................34 Use smartphones or tablets as the remote controller (BenQ Smart Remote) ........36 BenQ Smart Remote operation modes ......................... 38 Stream videos on the Internet to Smart Stick for playback (PlayToGo) ............44 Stream multimedia files to Smart Stick for playback .....................
  • Page 7 Play files from computers on Smart Stick ..........................54 Rename device name of Smart Stick ......................... 54 Use Screen Mirroring ..............................55 Pre-installed apps guide ..............................57 Settings ..........................61 Wireless & networks ..............................61 Device ....................................61 Personal .................................... 63 Accounts ..................................

  • Page 8: Preface

    Preface About this book This book contains important information of Smart Stick as well as functionality demonstrations. Please keep this document 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 Warning Knowledge of avoiding misusages, false operation, or improper behavior leading component corruption, data loss, or injury.

  • Page 10: Touring The Product

    Touring the product Introduction Thank you for purchasing BenQ JD-150 Smart Stick for Android™. 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

    Package contents Please make sure below items are available while unpacking. Please contact dealers immediately if any item missing or damaged. Power adapter x 1 HDMI cable x 1 Infrared remote Smart Stick for (Supply varies from controller x 1 Android™...
  • Page 12 • Product appearances and images in this book may be different 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 13: Front And Rear Views

    Front and rear views Item Name Description HDMI To be used to connect Smart Stick to the HDMI port on display terminals. connector Power LED Lit in blue when system on and in red when standing by. Reset button For service only. Do not press the button when Smart Stick is in use. IR receiver jack For use with the included infrared receiver.
  • Page 14 Item Name Description Micro USB For connection with the included Y-shape USB cable to connect the power port / power adapter and other USB devices. See Connect power supply (page 20) cord connector Connect USB external storage devices (page 21) for more information.

  • Page 15: Introduction

    Introduction Setup and connect Smart Stick Insert the microSD/SDHC card (For memory space expansion) A microSD/SDHC card (purchase required) expands available memory space of Smart Stick. Insert the microSD/SDHC card into the slot on Smart Stick to the full end with a click. Make sure the contacts of the card face up when inserting as illustrated below.
  • Page 16 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. • Smart Stick supports microSD/SDHC cards with the capacity up to 64 GB. •...

  • Page 17: Connect To Hdmi Port Equipped Televisions Or Monitors

    Connect to HDMI port equipped televisions or monitors You have to connect Smart Stick to the HDMI port on televisions or monitors to bring it into full play. HDMI port on television or monitors HDMI cable...

  • Page 18: Connect The Infrared Remote Controller

    Connect the infrared remote controller Connect the infrared receiver to the receiver jack on Smart Stick. Use the sticker on the back of the receiver to attach the receiver to the bottom corner of the television or the monitor as illustrated or anywhere conductive signal reception.

  • Page 19: 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 Smart Stick. Please connect your USB keyboard and mouse to USB (Type A) port of Smart Stick. USB (Type A) port on Smart Stick Wireless keyboard &...

  • Page 20: Connect Power Supply

    Connect power supply Connect the included Y-shape USB cable to Micro USB port on Smart Stick as illustrated below, connect the other end to the power adapter, and then plug the adapter into a power outlet. HDMI extension cable Y-shape USB cable •...

  • Page 21: 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 Smart Stick. For external hard drives, please make sure there is sufficient power supply and connect external hard drives to the Smart Stick through the USB (Type A) port of the Y-shape USB cable. USB external storage device Type A port There is no guarantee of all USB external storage devices of any kind by every manufacturer to be compatible with...

  • Page 22: Select A Remote Controller

    • “BenQ Smart Control” supports smart devices with Android™ 4.0 or iOS™ 6 and later. • Before you use “BenQ Smart Control”, go to Settings > Advanced > BenQ Smart Remote Control and select On. And then reboot the device.

  • Page 23: Use Ir Remote Controller

    Use IR remote controller Remote control functions Item Button name Description Power Press to have Smart Stick enter standby mode or back to normal mode. • Press 4-way control (up, down, left, right) to select items on the screen. 4-way control and OK •...
  • Page 24 Item Button name Description Press to display available items in the menu. Press and hold for 3 seconds Menu to release more memory. Volume up Press to increase volume. Volume down Press to decrease volume. Mode Press to display the cursor for controlling. Mute Press to mute the sound, and press again to resume.

  • Page 25: Basic Operation Of Remote Controller

    Basic operation of remote controller Select and confirm • Press 4-way control button on the remote controller to select items from items on the screen such as apps, settings, text fields, buttons, documents, files, and so on. • Once selected an item, press OK button on the remote controller to confirm and execute the app, open the document, or access the file.
  • Page 26 2. Select Finish, or press on the IR remote controller to close the virtual keyboard. • You can change text input method in Settings > Advanced > More Settings > PERSONAL > Language & input. • Due to limited button functionality on included remote controller of Smart Stick and various operations in apps, there is no guarantee to the included remote controller well suited to all apps.

  • Page 27: Notice On Ir Remote Controller Operations

    Notice on IR remote controller operations • Use the remote controller with top end directed to the infrared receiver and press buttons. • Use the remote controller with the infrared receiver within 30 degrees of angle and less than 5 meters long.

  • Page 28: Notice On Battery Usage

    Notice on battery usage Battery misapplications may lead to chemical leakages or explosions. Please be noted with followings. • Please make sure electrodes are placed correctly as marked when install battery. • Replace a new battery immediately when the old one exhausted. •...

  • Page 29: Basic Operations

    • If you wish to use Smart Stick with wireless network, please make sure your have an SSID and its password in hand. 1. Wait for the Smart Stick to boot up with the BenQ screen. This may take a moment. 2. Choose a preferred language and select .
  • Page 30 3. 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 some of the favorite apps for quick pick. • Screen images and icons in this document are simulated for illustrative purposes only. Actual displays may vary by the product supplied for your region.

  • Page 31: Switch Modes Of Smart Stick

    Switch modes of Smart Stick Press the power button on the IR remote controller again to have Smart Stick enter power saving mode. Press power button again on the IR remote controller to have Smart Stick enter normal initiation mode. Once normal initiation mode completed, the main screen appears. Adjust system volume You may adjust system sound volume by following methods: •...

  • Page 32: Manually Check And Update

    2. Select ALL APPS > Upgrade > Manual update now (available when Automatic update is unchecked) and proceed with instructions on the screen. Update from downloaded software file (from BenQ website) 1. Make sure Smart Stick is connected to the Internet.

  • Page 33: Restore To Factory Defaults

    • 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: Use Apps

    Use apps Main screen After finished initial setup or every time you turned on Smart Stick, the main screen appears as below. You may press home button on the IR remote controller to return the main screen at once while using other apps. Select a desired app or function to launch.
  • Page 35 Item Name Description BenQ Zone Select to choose a variety of apps by BenQ for your Smart Stick. BenQ Suggest Select to choose a variety of apps by BenQ for your smart devices. Google Select to launch Google apps. ALL APPS Select to launch the list of all installed apps.

  • Page 36: Use Smartphones Or Tablets As The Remote Controller (Benq Smart Remote)

    Other than the supplied IR remote controller, 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 Smart Stick conveniently and intuitively.
  • Page 37 • Your smart device and Smart Stick must be in the same local network such as connecting to the same wireless access point before establishing connection. • Only at a time can one smart device with BenQ Smart Remote remotely control Smart Stick You have to drop the current connection between the smart device and Smart Stick to establish another if you wish user of the other smart device to remotely control Smart Stick.

  • Page 38: Benq Smart Remote Operation Modes

    Remote controller mode (D-pad) 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 39 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 40 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 41 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 Smart Stick 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 42 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 43 Item Description Tap this button to insert characters in the rectangle into the text field. Tap this button to have Smart Stick 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 44: Stream Videos On The Internet To Smart Stick For Playback (Playtogo)

    Stream videos on the Internet to Smart Stick for playback (PlayToGo) With PlayToGo app, you can stream videos on smart devices with touch panels to your Smart Stick to watch your family together. 1. Make sure your Smart Stick has connected to the Internet.
  • Page 45 4. Default name is JD-150 + (the last 4 characters of your Smart Stick’s MAC address). If you wish to rename, select Device name to rename it. You smart device will use the function by discovering the name. 5. Make sure you have downloaded and installed PlayToGo app from online app store to your smart device.
  • Page 46 6. Please make sure your Smart Stick and smart device are in the same local network such as connecting to the same wireless access point and networking is available. 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.
  • Page 47 8. Select a channel on your smart device and tap to play the video and transfer the content to the playback device. Select Send to for the playback device name, which is the name you set in step 4, at top of the screen if first stream.
  • Page 48 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 49: Stream Multimedia Files To Smart Stick 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 Smart Stick. Please refer to Use smartphones or tablets as the remote controller (BenQ Smart Remote) (page 36)

  • Page 50: Stream From Smartphones/Tablets (Applicable To Android™ Devices)

    Stream from smartphones/tablets (applicable to Android™ devices) 1. Please make sure your Smart Stick and Android™ device are turned on. 2. Please make sure both Smart Stick 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 51 The selected media file will be streamed and started playing on Smart Stick. + (the last 4 characters of your ’s MAC The default name of Smart Stick is set as “JD-150 Smart Stick address) ”. If there are many Smart Sticks coexisting, and you wish to confirm the one to transmit, you may check WLAN MAC address of the Smart Stick at Main Screen >...

  • Page 52: Play Files From External Devices On Smart Stick

    With an appropriate DLNA app, your Smart Stick will be able to search and play media files stored on other devices. It is recommended to utilize BenQ Smart Remote for playback when media transmitted to Smart Stick. Please refer to Use smartphones or tablets as the remote controller (BenQ Smart Remote) (page 36) for details.
  • Page 53 4. Tap and open the DLNA app on your smartphone/tablet, select Smart Stick as the playback device, and grant permission to Smart Stick to access files in your smartphone/tablet by selecting Media Player > Media center > DLNA_DMP. 5. On your Smart Stick, tap the name of your smartphone/tablet in Media Player > Media center >...

  • Page 54: Play Files From Computers On Smart Stick

    The default name of Smart Stick is set to + (the last 4 characters of your Smart Stick’s MAC JD-150 address). If you wish to rename it, please set the new name by selecting main screen > Media Player > Media center > Settings > target name.

  • Page 55: Use Screen Mirroring

    Use Screen Mirroring Adopting WLAN Direct technology, Screen Mirroring enables smart devices with Android™ 4.2 or later to mirror their screens to Smart Stick without any intermediate equipment. To use Screen Mirroring: 1. At Smart Stick, select ALL APPS > Screen Mirroring. 2.
  • Page 56 3. Once permission granted, the connection will be established and the screen on your smart device will be mirrored to Smart Stick. The device name of your smart device will be listed after “Peer List:” as in the sketch above. Due to hardware divergence and software discrepancy, not every smart device with Andriod™...

  • Page 57: Pre-Installed Apps Guide

    Select to directly install apk files in internal memory of Smart Stick, the memory APP Installer 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 58 Item Description Select to enjoy entertainment news and the latest knowledge in videos for the Education family. Select to send and receive e-mails once configured. Supported protocols are Email POP3, IMAP, and Exchange. Entertainment Select to catch the latest entertainment news in videos. Select to browse the images stored on the internal memory or the connected Gallery storage devices.
  • Page 59 Item Description People Select to edit, search and display contacts. Select to play photo files in internal memory of Smart Stick, the memory card, or PiQture the external USB storage device. Google Play™ Select to search or purchase movies or TV programs in Google Play™. Movies &...
  • Page 60 Item Description Select to search for webpages and pictures over the Internet via Google™ Voice Search search engine with keywords via voice input. YouTube™ Select to search and watch online videos in YouTube™. • You can install or uninstall apps, but you cannot erase or uninstall pre-installed apps in Smart Stick. •...

  • Page 61: Settings

    Settings Select Settings > Advanced > More Settings at the main screen to adjust software and hardware configurations of Smart Stick. Available items vary from system status. Unavailable items are grayed out. Wireless & networks Item Description Switches for wireless network connectivity. Informs a list of available WLAN Wi-Fi networks once switched on.
  • Page 62 Item Description 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 Smart Stick including downloaded apps and executing Apps apps. Permissions Grants or denies apps to access resources and intelligence. For CEC control, please select Settings >...

  • Page 63: 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 Smart Stick, restaurants in the proximity can be revealed. Security Administrates apps installation acknowledgment and manages credential storage.

  • Page 64: Accounts

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

  • Page 65: System

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

  • Page 66: Frequently Asked Questions And Resolutions

    Frequently asked questions and resolutions If you have problems on installations and using Smart Stick, please refer to the frequent asked questions as listed below for resolutions. If the problem still exists, please contact BenQ customer service for help. Network unavailable •...
  • Page 67 IR remote controller failures • Make sure whether the battery is dead. Replace the battery. • Make sure whether the infrared receiver is well connected to Smart Stick. • Make sure whether the use of the remote controller is not beyond 5 meters away from the infrared receiver.
  • Page 68 Audio or video failures • Make sure whether you have switched the input signal of display to the corresponding HDMI port that Smart Stick connected to. You may press “Input”, “Video Source”, or similar buttons on the remote controller of display to switch to HDMI input. •...
  • Page 69 Smart Stick not responding If Smart Stick does not respond to any of your operations or its audio/video fails, please disconnect the power supply for few seconds and reconnect. Screen lagging, frozen, or distorted • Close the apps that are not in use. To do so, press on the IR remote controller, and close the apps not in use.
  • Page 70 Insufficient storage space for downloading • Please check whether storage space is insufficient. Go to Settings > Advanced > More Settings > Storage to check if space is all occupied. If all occupied, please remove apps or sanitize occupied space. •...

  • Page 71: Specifications

    Specifications Model BenQ JD-150 Processor Amlogic S805 A5 Quad Core Graphics Mali-400 4 cores Operating Android™ 4.4, KitKat® System Memory DDR3 1GB Storage Flash memory 8GB Basic Wireless 802.11 b/g/n (2.4G) •HDMI x 1 Ports & •USB 2.0 x 2 (one on the power cord) Interfaces •micro SD card slot x 1...
  • Page 72 90.75 (L) x 36.4 (W) x 12.4(H) mm (HDMI plug included, Dimension antenna excluded) Other Weight Approximate 50g (antenna included) Power input 5V/2A...

  • Page 73: 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 74: Safety Warning On Power Adapter

    • 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.

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