AAXA Technologies M8 User Manual

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M8 Ultra Short Throw
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Antoine Katbe
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Model M8 the sound is locked on 10 cannot make it higher

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Mr. Anderson
May 19, 2025

The provided information does not mention any lock or limitation on increasing the sound above 10 or how to unlock it. Therefore, it does not include steps to unlock or adjust a sound limit.

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Summary of Contents for AAXA Technologies M8

  • Page 1 TECHNOLOGIES M8 Ultra Short Throw DLP Laser Projector User Guide...
  • Page 2 Caution! WARNING: Please use this product as instructed. Misuse may cause injury or death. DO NOT use while driving ● DO NOT expose to water or wet surfaces. Electric shock may occur ● DO NOT expose the projected Laser image to your eyes or the eyes of others ●...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1: M8U at a Glance FAQ: Slideshow / Zoom M8U Introduction Connecting to Digital Input Remote Connecting to Type C Devices Accessories Chapter 4: Settings Menu Chapter 2: Getting Started Brightness Menu Powering On / Off Advanced Settings Focus Adjustment / Throw Distance Language Settings...
  • Page 4: Chapter 1: M8U At A Glance

    M8U at a Glance Chapter 1 Main Unit ➀ HDMI ➁ USBC MIRROR ➂ Optical Audio ④ USB ⑤ Headphone Out AUDIO HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USBC MIRROR / F+ ⑥ Confirm/Power On/Power Off ➀ ➁ ➂ ➃ ➄ ➅ ➆ ➇...
  • Page 5: Remote

    Remote ➀ Mute ⑬ Volume Down ➀ ➈ ➁ Up ⑭ Home ➁ ➂ Right ⑮ Zoom Out ➉ ➂ ⑯ Focus- ⑪ ➃ ④ Down ⑫ ➄ ⑤ Mouse ⑬ ➅ ⑥ Volume Up ⑭ ➆ ⑮ ➇ ⑦ Zoom In ⑯...
  • Page 6: Accessories

    Accessories HDMI Cable USBC to USBC USBC Power Adapter Remote Control Power Cable *Under various circumstances, the actual accessories may be different from those shown in the pictures above. Additional accessories are available for purchase at www.aaxatech.com...
  • Page 7: Chapter 2: Getting Started

    Getting Started Chapter 2 Powering ON the projector Standby Mode 1. Connect the USBC Power Cable to the 1. To transition to “STANDBY” mode, press M8U’s DC Power port. the power button twice on the remote 2. Connect the other end of the USBC Power control.
  • Page 8: Focus Adjustment / Throw Distance

    Focus Adjusment / Throw Distance Focus Adjustment Press the focus button [F+], [F-] on the side of the ● projector until the image becomes clear. Throw Distance Chart Throw Distance Diagonal Screen Units: Inches Units: Inches DIAGONAL SCREEN SIZE 16:9 Aspect Ratio Throw Ratio: 0.2:1 Projection Angle: 140% Offset *minimum throw distance: 5 inches...
  • Page 9: Connecting To Speakers / Headphones

    Connecting Speakers / Headphones Wired Connection Step 1: Connect your speaker/headphone/soundbar to the projector’s optical audio port or 3.5mm headphone jack. Step 2: Ensure that both the projector and the audio output device are powered on. Step 3: Adjust volume to your desired level. Wireless Connection (Bluetooth) Please refer to page 32(Bluetooth Menu) *CAUTION: Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may impair hearing.
  • Page 10: Loading External Content

    Loading External Content The M8U Projector can read files directly from both a TF Card and USB Drive. Supported file types include: MP3 / WMA / OGG / WAV / AVI / MP4 / JPG / GIF (Up to 128 GB) (Up to 128 GB)
  • Page 11 Loading External Content Cont. How to insert your TF Card Slide in your TF card into the TF card slot on the side of the M8U ● Gently slide the TF card until it clicks into place. ● (Up to 128 GB)
  • Page 12 Loading External Content Cont. How to insert your USB Drive Slide your USB Drive into the USB port. ● Gently slide the drive until it cannot go in any further ● (Up to 128 GB)
  • Page 13 Loading External Content Cont. Once your TF Card or USB Drive is inserted into the projector, the TF Card or USB Drive Storage will be loaded automatically and the content can be found through the Files icon on the Main Menu (See Page 16 for File Viewer Sub-menu).
  • Page 14: Chapter 3: Menu Screens

    Menu Screens Chapter 3 Main Menu The M8U features Android-based Operating System and an Onboard Media Player. This function allows the projector to play videos, pictures, and music files directly from your connected devices. Press the left and right directional buttons to choose an icon from the main menu. ●...
  • Page 15: Wifi Menu

    WiFi Menu (How to connect to WiFi) How to connect to WiFi: • In the Main Menu, choose the “WiFi Setup” icon (Fig 3.1) • In the WiFi Menu, toggle the WiFi icon to “On” and select the WiFi network you desire. Enter password and connect.
  • Page 16: Mirroring Menu

    Mirroring Menu How To Screen Mirror Smartphone: • In the Main Menu, select “Mirroring” (Fig. 3.3) • In the Mirroring Menu, select Android or iOS depending on the operating system of your smartphone (Fig. 3.4) • Refer to Page 14 & 15 for connecting instructions Fig.
  • Page 17 Mirroring Menu To screen mirror, your devices and the M8U have to be connected to the same WiFi network. DMCA (copyright) content cannot be wirelessly mirrored. This includes content from streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, etc.
  • Page 18 Mirroring Menu AAXA M8U To screen mirror Samsung smart- To screen mirror iOS device, after phones, after connecting the M8U connecting the M8U and your and your device to the same WiFi device to the same WiFi network, network, select “Smart View”. please select “AAXA M8U”...
  • Page 19: Files Menu

    Files Menu Opening A File: • Select the “Files” icon in the Main Menu (Fig 3.5) • In the Files Menu, select the external content device (USB/ Micro SD -TFCard) that contains the file you wish to open (Fig 3.6) Fig.
  • Page 20: Browser Menu

    Browser Menu How to open an internet browser in the M8U In the Main Menu, select the “Browser” icon. Once the Chrome browser opens, use the remote control to move the cursor around.
  • Page 21: Apps Menu

    Apps Menu To access more apps in the M8U: • In the Main Menu, select the “Apps” icon (Fig 3.7) • In the Apps Menu, select the app you wish to open (Fig 3.8) Note: The M8U isn’t designed for some streaming apps. A smart TV stick is suggested. Fig.
  • Page 22: Faq: Slideshow / Zoom

    FAQ: How to view photos as a slideshow How do I play a slideshow? Step1: Connect the USB or Micro SD Card to the M8U Step2: In the Main Menu, select “Files” icon Step3: Select Picture Step4: Select the drive and folder of the images you wish to view Step5: Press OK on the remote control, a playback bar will pop up Step6: Select “Play”...
  • Page 23 FAQ: How to zoom in and zoom out an image How to zoom in and zoom out an image • Open the image in Files • To Zoom In/Out, press the OK button on the remote control, a playback bar will pop up •...
  • Page 24: Connecting To Device Via Digital Input

    Connecting to Device via Digital Input In the Main Menu, Select the “Inputs” icon, then select the “HDMI” Icon Connectivity to Multimedia Devices The M8U can connect to many media devices including: computers, laptops, iPhones, iPads, DVD players, smart phones, cameras, video game consoles and other peripherals with ease. Select “HDMI1”...
  • Page 25 Connecting to Digital Input Video Devices Step 1: Connect one end of the Digital Input Cable to your device’s Digital Input port. Step 2: Connect the other end of the Digital Input Cable to your M8U’s Digital Input port. Step 3: In the Input Menu, select the “Digital Video” icon. Your M8U should now be mirroring the content from your device.
  • Page 26 Connecting to a Computer via Digital Input Step 5: Press Windows+P to toggle through display settings. Select either “Duplicate” or “Extend” depending on your viewing option. *NOTE: Different operating systems may differ Step 6: Right click on computer desktop and select “Screen ●...
  • Page 27: Connecting To Type C Devices

    Connecting to Type C Devices IMPORTANT: Not all smartphone/tablet supports USBC Mirroring. Please confirm your device have USBC Video Out capabilities. Step 1: Connect one end of the USBC Video Cable to your device’s USBC port. Step 2: Connect the other end of the USBC Video Cable to your M8U’s USBC MIRROR port. Step 3: In the Input Menu, select the “TYPE C”...
  • Page 28: Chapter 4: Settings Menu

    Settings Menu Chapter 4 The Settings Menu can be accessed by selecting “Settings” on the Main Menu. Within the settings menu, there are eight submenus that allow you to customize your M8U to the settings you want: Brightness (See page 26) Wireless (See page 12) Advanced (See page 27) Language...
  • Page 29: Brightness Menu

    Brightness Menu To change the brightness on your M8U • Select the “Settings” icon (Fig. 4.1)in the Main Menu then choose “Brightness” (Fig. 4.2) • Select your desired brightness mode (Fig. 4.3):Eco Mode/ Standard Mode/ Boost Mode Fig. 4.1 Fig. 4.2 Fig.
  • Page 30: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings In the Advanced setting menu, you can set up: • Start Source: Boot into a specific input • Power-on Mode: Direct/Secondary • Eye Safety: Off/Low/Medium/High • Sound Effects: On/Off • Optical Fiber: On/Off...
  • Page 31: Language Settings

    Language In the Language Settings menu, you can select your preferred language, and update Keyboard settings.
  • Page 32: Display Settings

    Display Settings In the Display setting menu, you can set up: Keystone: 4-point Adjustments ● Projection Direction: Front Vertical, Front Inverted, Rear Vertical, Rear Inverted ● Image Mode: Auto, 16:9, 4:3 ● Color Temp: Cool, Medium, Warm ●...
  • Page 33: Keystone Adjustment Faq

    Keystone Adjustment FAQ What is Keystoning? “Keystoning” occurs when a projector is aligned non-perpendicularly to a screen, or when the projection screen has an angled surface. The image that results from one of these misalignments will look trapezoidal rather than square. Keystone Adjustments By adding a special, selectable algorithm to the scaling, some new projectors are able to alter the image before it reaches the projection lens.
  • Page 34 Keystone Adjustment FAQ How to Correct Keystone Select the corner(s) you would like to adjust, press “OK” ● Adjust the X and Y axis of each corner until the picture turns into a rectangular projection ● To reset Keystone adjustments, select “Restore” and click OK on your remote control ●...
  • Page 35: Bluetooth Menu

    Bluetooth Menu How to connect the M8U to Bluetooth for audio out In the Settings Menu, go to the Bluetooth menu by selecting the Bluetooth icon ● In the Bluetooth submenu, toggle the “On/Off " switch beneath the Bluetooth icon ●...
  • Page 36: Reset

    Reset Menu How to reset the M8U In the Settings Menu, go to the Upgrade/Reset menu by selecting the Upgrade/Reset icon ● Select “Reset”, and press confirm. Do not disconnect from power while projector is resetting. ●...
  • Page 37: About Menu

    About Menu How to view M8U “About” information In the Settings Menu, go to the About Menu by selecting the “About” icon ● In the About menu, you can check System Version, MAC address, System Temperature, ● Update Firmware, and more.
  • Page 38: Chapter 5: Technical Details

    Technical Details Troubleshooting 1. I cannot connect my iOS devices to the M8U Possible Causes Solution (For wired connection) Incorrect To connect your iOS devices with Lightning port to the M8U, please use the ● cables or connectors Official Apple Lightning to Digital AV Adapter and connect via the Digital AV port. To connect your iOS devices with USBC port to the M8U, please use a USBC ●...
  • Page 39 Technical Details 3. I cannot wirelessly screen mirror Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney Plus, etc. Possible Causes Solution For wireless connection, DMCA Please use the built-in apps to stream DMCA Content or connect your devices to ● content including Netflix, Amazon the M8U using the proper cables/converters.
  • Page 40 Technical Details 5. NO SYNC, NO SIGNAL Be sure to setup the computer to enable a video signal output. On some laptops this is done by pressing and holding Function ● F5 key. If using the M8U as an external monitor on Windows based systems, this can be done by selecting “extend my desktop to this monitor”.
  • Page 41 Technical Details 7. NO PICTURE / FILE NOT SUPPORTED Possible Causes Solution The video source is not properly Check the video source signal to ensure that it is properly connected. Select the connected or selected current input source by choosing the input desired from the Inputs menu Incorrect file extension / Video is Please refer to “Specifications”...
  • Page 42: Specifications

    Specifications Brightness: 1100 Laser Lumens (Boost Mode) Maximum Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K 30fps) Native Resolution: 1920x1080 (1080p) Contrast Ratio: 2000:1 Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Projection Lens: Electric Focus Image Size: 60~250 inches Light Source: 30,000 Hour RGB Laser Light Source Video in: 2x HDMI Ports (Compatible);...
  • Page 43: Notes

    Notes...
  • Page 44 Please direct all customer service inquiries to: AAXA Technologies, Inc. 17781 Sky Park Circle, Suite #F, Irvine, CA 92614 TECHNOLOGIES Tel: +1 (714) 957-1999 | Email: info@aaxatech.com...

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