Nebula Capsule 3 Manual

What's Included

1. Nebula Capsule 3 Laser GTV
2. Adapter
3. Charging Cable
4. Remote Control
5. AAA Battery × 2
6. Quick Start Guide

At a Glance

Projector

Front View

1. Lens
2. Camera (for autofocus and auto keystone correction)

Rear View

1. Speaker
2. AUX-OUT Socket
   • Connect to an external sound output device.
3. Infrared Receiver
4. Mode Button
   • Press to switch between Bluetooth speaker mode and projector mode.
5. Power Button
   • Press and hold for 1.5 seconds to power on / off.
   • Press to wake up the projector / enter standby mode in projector mode.
6. USB-C Port
   • Connect to the power supply with the provided adapter and charging cable.
   • Connect to a USB drive.
7. HDMI port
   • Connect to a playback device via HDMI output.

Top View

1. Volume Up / Down Buttons
2. Confirmation Button
3. Return Button
4. Navigation Buttons

Bottom View

1. 1/4" Tripod Socket

Dimensions

167.5 (H) x 83.0 (D) mm / 6.6 (H) × 3.3 (D) in

Remote Control

1. Auto image adjustment
2. Power on / off / switch to standby mode
3. Navigation
4. Return button
5. Volume down
6. Open Youtube
7. Open Prime Video
8. Activate the Google Assistant
9. Confirm a selection / pause / resume
10. Access the home menu
11. Access more options
12. Volume up
13. Open Netflix
14. Press to mute or unmute the sound

LED Light Guide

Button	LED Status	Description
	Steady blue	Powered on
	Light off	Powered off
	Steady orange	Standby mode
	Steady green	Fully charged
	Flashing red	Low battery
	Flashing blue	Ready to pair / Bluetooth pairing / Bluetooth disconnected (Bluetooth speaker mode)
	Steady blue	Bluetooth connected (Bluetooth speaker mode)

Getting Started

Prepare the Remote

1. Slide to open the battery compartment.
   
2. Insert new batteries matching the polarity (+/-) and close the battery compartment.
   
3. For first-time use, follow the on-screen instructions to pair the remote with your projector.

The distance between the remote and the projector should not exceed 20 m / 65 ft.

Position Your Projector

Place the projector on a stable, flat surface in front of the projection surface. For the best results, the projection surface should be white and flat.

• It is unnecessary to tilt the projector towards the projection surface. You can correct the projection image with the built-in autofocus and auto-keystone correction.
• You may also install the projector onto a tripod (sold separately).
• The distance between the projector and the projection surface determines the projection image size. For the best result, position the projector 1.06~3.18 m / 3.37~10.43 ft away from the projection surface to get a screen size of 40~120 inches.

Charge Your Projector

For first-time use, fully charge your projector using the provided adapter and charging cable.

Power On / Off

Press and hold the projector power button for 1.5 seconds to power on / off.

• You can also press and hold the power button on the remote for 1.5 seconds to power off.
• When powered on, press the power button on the projector or remote to switch to standby mode.
• In HDMI Source Mode, the projector will switch to standby mode after 10 minutes of button inactivity or when no signal is detected.
• When standby mode lasts for 30 minutes and the projector is not connected to power supply, the projector will automatically power off.

Autofocus and Auto Keystone Correction

To enable autofocus and auto keystone correction, slightly move the projector or press the on the remote.

Setup

When using the projector for the first time, follow the on-screen display (OSD) instructions to complete the basic setup.

• Pair the remote with your projector
• Select your language
• Set up your TV with your Android phone (optional)
• Connect to Wi-Fi
• Sign in with your Google account

Nebula Connect App

To easily control the projector, we recommend you download the Nebula Connect app.

1. Download the Nebula Connect app from the App Store (iOS devices)
   
   
   or Google Play (Android devices).
   
2. Enable Bluetooth on your smartphone.
3. Open the Nebula Connect app and select [Capsule 3 Laser] as the device to be connected.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete connection setup.

Settings

Go through the setup process when you power on the projector for the first time.

Network

This projector can be connected to the Internet via a wireless (Wi-Fi) connection.

1. On the home page, select> [Network & Internet] and press .
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the network connection.

Projector

On the home page, select> [Projector] and press .

Apps

1. On the home page, select> [Apps], and press .
2. Select an app to check its current version, open or force stop it, review the storage it uses, clear its data or cache, uninstall it, or enable/disable its notifications and permissions.

System

On the home page, select> System and press .

Accessibility: Change the caption settings or enable accessibility service.

Others

On the home page, select to find more setting options.

Using Your Projector

Select an App

Once connected to a wireless network, you can access online services, enjoy movies, music and pictures, and browse online. You can download more apps from Google Play.

1. Press to access the home page.
2. Select [Apps] > [Search for apps and games].

Voice Assistant

After setup, press the Google Assistant button on the remote, you can speak to the Google Assistant and request your commands.

Wireless Casting

You can wirelessly cast movies, games, music, and entire screen from your iOS, macOS, Android, or Windows device to Nebula Capsule 3 Laser.

Make sure Nebula Capsule 3 Laser and your device are connected to the same wireless network. The network can be a WiFi network or your phone's hotspot.

Cast In-App Content

You can cast content from apps that support Chromecast, such as YouTube and Prime Video.

1. Connect your device and projector to the same wireless network.
2. Open the streaming app on your device.
3. Play a video clip and tap the cast icon on the video screen.
4. Select Capsule 3 Laser to connect. The projector will mirror the video screen on your device.
   

Certain content cannot be cast on Nebula Capsule 3 Laser due to copyright restrictions. You can stream the content via the same app installed on your projector.

Cast Device Screen

You can cast the entire screen from your device to the projector. Before that, please ensure Nebula Capsule 3 Laser and your device are connected to the same wireless network.

• For iOS devices:
  1. Access the Control Center of your device and click .
  2. Click on "Nebula Capsule 3 Laser" in the device list. For Android devices:
• For Android devices:
  1. Enter Google Home APP and select "Nebula Capsule 3 Laser".
  2. Tap on the page.
• Streaming Services:
  1. Enter streaming service APP and tap the Airplay icon or .
  2. Click on the name of your NEBULA device in the device list: "Nebula Capsule 3 Laser".
• With Nebula Cast APP:
  1. Connect your device and projector to the same wireless network.
  2. Install the Nebula Cast app on your projector.
  3. Open Nebula Cast app and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

Play from HDMI Playback Devices

The projector can be connected to various HDMI playback devices such as a TV box, TV stick, DVD player, set-top box (STB), gaming console, or other devices.

1. Connect the projector to an HDMI playback device with an HDMI cable (not provided).
2. Pressto access the settings menu, then select [Channels & Inputs] > [Input] > [HDMI].
   

Play from a USB Drive

With this projector, you can enjoy music, video, and pictures, or install apps that are stored on a USB 2.0 drive.

1. Download the Nebula File Manager app from Google Play.
2. Insert a USB-A drive (with the USB converter) or USB-C drive into the USB port.
3. Select music, videos, or photos from the USB drive that you want to play and press .
4. Press to stop playback.
   

Play Through External Sound Devices

This projector can also be connected to external sound output devices, including headphones and speakers; when connected to external speakers, the built-in speaker system is disabled.

1. Use a 3.5 mm audio cable or an adapter (not provided) to connect your headphones or external speakers.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the AUX port on this projector.
   • You will hear audio from your headphones or external speakers.

Before connecting headphones and putting them on, turn down the volume to avoid hurting your ears.

Bluetooth Speaker Mode

You can use this projector as a standalone Bluetooth speaker.

1. To switch to Bluetooth speaker mode, you have two options:
   1. Press on the projector.
   2. On the home page, select>Settings > Display & Sound > Sound > Turn on the Bluetooth Speaker Mode.
2. Enable Bluetooth on your smartphone and selectNebula Capsule 3 Laser to connect.
   

To exit Bluetooth speaker mode, press on the projector or press and hold on the remote for two seconds.

System Update

To fully enhance your experience with this product with the latest features, you are recommended to update the system from time to time.

To update the system, go to [Settings] > [System] > [About] > [System update].

Specifications

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Input	5V 3A or 9V 3A or 12V 3A or 15V 3A or 20V 2.25A
Power Consumption	< 45W
Standby Power Consumption	< 0.5W
Resolution	1920 × 1080
Compatible Resolutions	480p (60 Hz), 576p (50 Hz), 720p (30 Hz), 720p (50 Hz), 720p (60 Hz), 1080p (24 Hz), 1080p (30 Hz), 1080p (50 Hz), 1080p (60 Hz), 4K2K (23.976 Hz), 4K2K (25 Hz), 4K2K (30 Hz), 4K2K (50 Hz), 4K2K (60 Hz), 4096 (23.976 Hz), 4096 (25 Hz), 4096 (30 Hz), 4096 (50 Hz), 4096 (60 Hz)
Contrast Ratio	500:1
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Screen Size	40" to 120"
Throw Ratio	1.2:1
Throw Distance	1.06~3.18 m / 3.48~10.43 ft
Light Source	Laser
Focus	Auto
Keystone Correction	Auto
Speaker Output Power	8W
Noise	<28dB
Wi-Fi	WiFi5 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Dual Frequency 2.4/5GHz
Bluetooth Version	5.1
Bluetooth Range	25 m / 82 ft
USB Format	FAT, FAT32
Operating Temperature	For Europe and UK, 0°C to 25°C For other countries and regions, 0°C to 35°C / 32°F to 95°F
Remote Control Batteries	AAA x 2

Troubleshooting

1. Fails to Power On
   • The projector may be out of power. Charge the projector for 15-30 minutes and see if the power button light turns on.
2. Cannot Charge
   • Use the included adapter and charging cable to charge the projector.
   • Try a different adapter (at least 45W) and USB-C charging cable.
3. Cannot Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
   • Place your projector within 16 ft / 5 m of the router and reconnect.
   • Set your router to 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz and retry.
   • Restart your projector and router and retry.
   • Try a different Wi-Fi network or your phone's hotspot.
4. Blurry Image
   • Slightly move the projector or press on the remote to start autofocus.
   • To manually adjust the focus, go to [Settings] > [Projector] > [Focus Settings] > [Manual Focus Correction], and use and on the remote.
   • Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of the projector if necessary.
5. Distorted Image
   • Update the firmware to the latest version via [Settings] > [System] > [About] > [System update].
   • Go to [Settings] > [Projector] > [Image Correction] > [Perform Manual Keystone Correction].
   • Move the projector left or right, or alter the tilt if necessary.
6. No HDMI Signal
   • Use a different HDMI cable.
   • Connect your projector with another HDMI playback device.
   • Connect the HDMI playback device to your TV via HDMI cable to check if the device or cable malfunctions.
   • Adjust the HDMI playback device's output resolution / frequency to be the same as the projector's.
7. How to Play Videos without Wi-Fi
   • Download videos to a USB drive in FAT32 format. For the following steps, see Play from a USB Drive.

Documents / Resources

References

• App Store - Apple
• Google Play

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