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User Guide
P400+ Mini Short Throw
Projector
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 LED image to your eyes or the eyes of others
DO NOT block or restrict airow from ventilation holes as this may cause the
projector to overheat
Keep the projector, battery, or
charger away from any heat sources
Battery warning
This product includes a large array of lithium ion batteries. AAXA Technologies employs
only premium lithium ion batteries, the same type used in high-end Electric Vehicles.
Additionally we pay careful attention to battery design safety. That said Lithium Ion
batteries contain a tremendous amount of energy and must be handled with care!
WARNING: Large battery products contain a tremendous amount of energy.
WARNING: Users must handle this product with care. Battery systems are susceptible to
shock damage, vibration damage, punctures, and overheating.
WARNING: Please respect the internal large lithium ion battery. Please remember it
contains a tremendous amount of energy.
Battery warning
Do not keep the product in direct sunlight or near heat sources.
Do not keep the product inside hot environments such as automobiles
during the summer.
Do not attempt to charge in freezing environments, this will damage
batteries.
If damage is suspected DO NOT CHARGE, DO NOT USE.
Always Charge on safe, no-ammable surfaces, away from ammable
objects.
Do not carelessly throw or drop the product.
SUGGESTIONS
Solar Charging Warning
Warning: Do not expose the projector to direct sunlight!
Caution: When using a solar panel to charge the projector makes sure
the projector is covered and / or not under direct sunlight. Monitor the
projector temperature to ensure it does not overheat.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: P400+ at a Glance
P400+ Introduction
Remote & KeypadRemote & Keypad
Accessories
Chapter 2: Getting Started
Powering On / O
Focus Adjustment / Throw Distance
Connecting to Speakers/Headphone
Loading External Content
Chapter 3: Menu Screens
Main Menu
Brightness Menu
*Wi Menu
*Mirroring Menu
Streaming Services Menu
Oce Menu
Files Menu
Browser Menu
Apps Menu
*FAQ: Slideshow/ Zoom
Connecting to Digital Input
Chapter 4: Settings Menu
Advanced Settings
Language Settings
Display Settings
Keystone & Projection Direction
*Bluetooth Menu
Upgrade/Reset
Chapter 5: Technical Details
Troubleshooting
Specications
Notes
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P400+ at a Glance
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Chapter 1
Main Unit
Focus Adjustment
TF Card
Headphone Out
19V D/C Power
Power Button
Standard USB 2.0
Compatible
Navigation Pad
Video In
Remote & Keypad
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Power On/O
Select Source
Menu Exit/Back
Direction Pad
Both the keypad and remote can be used to navigate through the menus. The Main Menu
Navigation on the remote functions exactly the same as the directional pad on the P400+ unit.
Main Menu
Navigation
Media Player
Menu Navigation
Volume Up
Volume Down
Remote
Accessories
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*Under various circumstances, the actual accessories may be dierent from
those shown in the pictures above.
Additional accessories are available for purchase at www.aaxatech.com
Power Adapter
Remote Control
Mini Tripod
Getting Started
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Chapter 2
1. Connect the power cord to the P400+.
2. Connect the other end of the power cord into the wall power source.
3. Toggle the On / O switch on the side of the projector to the “ON” position - the
projector should automatically turn on.
Powering ON the projector
Powering OFF the projector
Standby Mode
1. To transition to “STANDBY” mode, press the power button on the remote control.
2. The optical engine should power o and the fan should stop spinning. The projector
is now in “STANDBY” mode and can be turned on using the remote control.
*Note: Standby mode will still consume a small amount of power.
1. To turn o the projector, toggle the
“Power Switch” to the “OFF” position.
This will fully turn o the projector. The
unit can only charge when it is o.
Focus Adjusment / Throw Distance
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• Spin the focus wheel up or down until the image becomes
clear.
Focus Adjustment
DIAGONAL SCREEN SIZE
16:9 Aspect Ratio
Throw Distance
Units: Inches
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Diagonal Size
Units: Inches
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128
144
160
Throw Distance Chart
Throw Ratio 0.7:1
Projection Angle: 100% Oset
*minimum throw distance: 6 inches
Connecting Speakers / Headphones
*CAUTION:Prolonged use of headphones
at a high volume may impair hearing.
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To connect a Bluetooth Speaker go to
the Bluetooth submenu found under
the settings menu. Please see page
(37) for more information.
Connect your speakers/headphones
to the projector’s audio port.
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
Ensure that the projector and/or the
headphones are powered on.
Connecting Bluetooth Speakers:
Place the headphones on and enjoy!
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Loading External Content
The P400+ can read les directly from
both a TF Card and USB Drive.
Supported le types include:
MP3 / WMA / OGG / WAV
AVI / JPG / GIF/ BMP
(up to 64 GB)
(up to 64 GB)
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 P400+ (as shown
in picture).
• Gently slide the TF card until it clicks
into place.
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(up to 64 GB)
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.
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(up to 64 GB)
Loading External Content Cont.
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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 21 for File Viewer Submenu). To load
Text documents, select the Oce icon. ( See Page 19 to learn more)
Menu Screens
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Chapter 3
Main Menu
The P400+ features an Android 9.0 Operating System. This powerful operating system
allows users to (1) Connect to WIFI (2) Stream Content (3) Play Videos/Pictures/Media (4)
Mirror Smartdevices (5) View and Edit MS Oce and PDF les (6) Browse internet (7) Load
Apps
• Press the left and right directional buttons to choose an icon from the main menu.
• To select a menu option, press the “OK” button in the middle of the navigation pad.
• To go back to the previous screen, press the “Back” button.
• To Jump back to the submenu, press the “Menu” button once.
• To return to the main menu, press the “Return” button twice.
Menu Exit/Back
Brightness Menu
To change the brightness on your P400+:
• Select the “Settings” icon (Fig. 3.1) in the Main Menu then choose
“Brightness” (Fig. 3.2)
• Select the brightness you wish (Fig. 3.3):
Eco Mode/ Standard Mode/ Boost Mode
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Fig. 3.1 Fig. 3.2
Fig. 3.3
“Boost mode” should only be used in low temperature, low
altitude environments with adequate clearance of exhaust/
intake vents. A tripod is highly recommended. DO NOT
block vents while operating in Boost mode.
Wi Menu (How to connect to Wi)
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How To Screen Mirror Smartphone:
• In the Main Menu, choose the “Wi Setup” icon (Fig 3.4)
• In the Wi Menu, toggle the Wi icon to “On” and select the Wi network you
desire. Enter password and connect. (Fig 3.5)
• If you enter the password incorrectly, select “forget” the available network to
start over.
Fig. 3.4 Fig. 3.5
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Mirroring Menu
How To Screen Mirror Smartphone:
• The P400+ allows screen mirroring of Android and Apple IOS smart devices.
Android mirroring is done through a direct P2P connection whereas Apple IOS
devices requires a router/network host for mirroring.
• After connecting the P400+ to wi, in the Main Menu, choose “Mirroring” icon (Fig 3.6)
• In the Mirroring Menu, choose Android or iOS (Fig 3.7)
• Use built-in AirPlay, AirPinCast, AirPinPCSender to screen mirror from your
iOS devices. Android devices can use Smart Mirror or similar onboard casting
functions.
Fig. 3.6 Fig. 3.7
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Mirroring Menu
To screen mirror IOS devices, your devices and the P400+ have to be connected
to the same Wi network. Note: DMCA (copyright) content cannot be wirelessly
mirrored. This includes content from streaming services such as Netix, Hulu,
Disney+, etc.
AAXA P400+
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Mirroring Menu
To screen mirror Android devices,
select the “Smart View” or similar
direct P2P function in your smart
phone. Select “AAXA P400+” as
the display source.
To screen mirror iOS device, after
connecting the P400+ and your
device to the same WiFi network,
please select “AAXA P400+” in
the Screen Mirroring menu.
AAXA P400+AAXA P400+
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Streaming Services Menu
Streaming Services require subscription including paid subscription.Users are
responsible for their own subscriptions. Not all streaming apps are compatible in
all regions.
• The use of Streaming Apps requires a working WIFI internet connection.
• Some apps will require a mouse.
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Streaming Services Menu
Primary Streaming Services can be accessed through the Streaming Submenu.
Note: Dierent regions will feature dierent streaming apps.
Additional Streaming Apps can be downloaded via the App Store.The App store
can be found under Apps and App Store.
Note: Not all regions support the App Store or the downloadable apps.Some
regions may not include App Store on the device.
Ofce Menu
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In the Main Menu, select the “Oce” icon to access the N Docs app.
Ofce Menu
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• In the Main Oce Menu select “Removable Disk” Then select the le you
want to display. File formats can include PDF, DOC, PPT, XLS
• Use the arrow keys on the keypad or remote control to scroll through the le.
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The P400+ will show all folders and les you have on your USB or TF Card drive.
Use the navigation buttons to select folders or les.
Opening A File:
• Select the “Files” icon in the Main Menu ( Fig 3.8)
• In the Files Menu, select the external content device (USB/ Micro SD - TF
Card) that contains the le you wish to open (Fig 3.9)
Fig. 3.8
Fig. 3.9
Files Menu
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Browser Menu
How to open an internet browser in the P400+
In the Main Menu, select the “Browser” icon. Once the Chrome browser opens,
press the button on the navigation pad or the remote control to search or type
web address
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Apps Menu
Fig. 3.10
Fig. 3.11
Note: It is not recommended that users load their own apps onto the P400+
Some versions of the P400 (depending on region) will feature an “app store”.
This app store can be accessed to download dierent apps. Many apps are
region dependent - not all apps are compatible – some may not work.
FAQ: How to view photos as a slideshowFAQ: How to view photos as a slideshow
How do I play a slideshow?
1. Connect the USB or Micro SD Card to the P400+
2. In the Main Menu, select the “Apps” icon
3. In the Apps Menu, select the “Gallery” icon (Fig 3.12)
4. In the Gallery app, your photos and videos will be available to view as
slideshows. Select the les you wish to open.
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Fig. 3.12
Fig. 3.13
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How to zoom in and zoom out an image
• Open the image in the Gallery App
• Use the “up” and “down” button on
the remote control to adjust the size
of the image
• To “zoom in” an image, press the
“down” button on the remote control
• To “zoom out” an image, press the
“up” button on the remote control
FAQ: How to zoom in and zoom out an image
Zoom out
Remote
Zoom in
Connecting to Device via Digital Input
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Connectivity to Multimedia Devices
The P400+ can connect to many media devices including: computers, laptops,
iPhones, iPads, DVD players, smart phones, cameras, video game consoles and
other peripherals with ease. The P400+’s digital input is compatible with HDMI
interface. The connection type is “full sized”.
*Some smartphones require video out capabilities to be displayed with the P400+. Check with your phone manufacturer.
In the Main Menu
Select the “Inputs” Icon
Then select the “Digital Video” Icon
The P400+ accepts an input via its Digital Video connector which is HDMI
compatible.
Connecting to Digital Input Video Devices
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Connect one end of the Digital Input Cable to
your device’s Digital Input port.
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
In the Main Menu, select the “Digital Video” Icon. Your P400+ should
now be mirroring the content from your device.
Connect the other end of the Digital Input
Cable to your P400+’s Digital Input port.
If you’re connecting to a computer or laptop and the projector does not
automatically mirror it, read onto the next page for more information.
Note:
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Connecting to a Computer via Digital Input
After connecting your projector to your computer or laptop via a digital input cable, you may need
to enabe Digital Video output on your computer. To enable Digital Video output on your computer
most computers require “turning on” the video output feature. Each computer is dierent. Please
consult your owner’s manual for instructions to enable Digital Video output. Below are standard
instructions for a Windows 10 computer – not all systems are the same.
Press Windows+P to toggle
through display settings. Select
either “Duplicate” or “Extend” de-
pending on your viewing option.
*NOTE: Dierent operating sys-
tems may dier
Step 5:
1. Right click on computer
desktop and select “Screen
Resolution.”
2. Display Properties window
will pop up and select the
Advance Display Settings.
3. Please make sure the “Mul-
tiple displays” has the “Dupli-
cate these displays” option
selected and the Resolution
is 1920 x 1080 or below as
pictured in the red box.
4. If the image is blurry or the
text is not legible, adjust the
screen resolution.
Step 6:
Step 4:
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Settings Menu
The Settings Menu can be accessed by selecting “Settings” on the Main Menu.
Brightness
• Eco
• Standard
• Boost
Wireless (Wi Menu)
Advanced
• Network & Internet
• Bluetooth
• Accounts & Sign In
• Device Preference
Language
Display
• Keystone
• Projection Direction
• Mode image
• Color Temperature
Bluetooth
Upgrade/Reset
• Reset
• Update Android
About
Within the settings menu, there are
eight more submenus that allow you
to customize your P400+ to the set-
tings you want:
Chapter 4
Settings Menu
• Brightness – Please see Page (12)
• Wireless – Please see Page (13)
• Bluetooth – Please see Page (37)
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Advanced Settings
In the Advanced setting menu, you can set up:
• Network & Internet
• Bluetooth
• Accounts Sign in
• Apps
• Device Preferences: About, Date & Time, Language, Keyboard & Autoll,
Mouse Mode, Display, Inputs, Sound, Storage, Screen Saver, Developer
Options, Location, Security & Restrictions, Accessibility and Reset
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Language
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In the Language Settings menu, you can select your preferred language
Display Settings
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Projection Direction
• Front Vertical, Rear Vertical,
Rear Inverted, Front Inverted
Mode Image
• Auto Mode, 4:3, 16:9
Color Temperature
• Medium, Cool, Warm
In the Display setting menu,
you can set up:
• Projection Direction
• Mode Image
• Color Temperature
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Projection Direction
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• Front Vertical
• Rear Vertical
• Rear Inverted
• Front Inverted
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Mode Image Menu
• Set the image mode to Auto Mode
• Set the image mode to 4:3
• Set the image mode to 16:9
Color Temp.
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Color TemperatureColor Temperature
• • Set the color temperature to CoolSet the color temperature to Cool
• • Set the color temperature to MediumSet the color temperature to Medium
• • Set the color temperature to WarmSet the color temperature to Warm
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Bluetooth Menu
How to connect the P400+ to bluetooth for audio out
• In the Settings Menu, go to the Bluetooth menu by selecting the blue-
tooth icon
• In the Bluetooth submenu, toggle the “On/O” switch beneath the blue-
tooth icon to “On”
• Select the desired bluetooth device. Make sure that your device is not
connected to any other devices and it is placed near the P400+.
• Note: Bluetooth is for audio output only – does not accept audio input or
video streaming
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Backup/Reset Menu
How to reset the P400+
• In the Settings Menu, go to the Backup/Reset menu by selecting the
Upgrade/Reset icon
• In the Backup Reset menu, you can choose to Reset the P400+, or
Update Android
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About Menu
How to view P400+ “About” information
• In the Settings Menu, go to the About Menu by selecting the about icon
• In the About menu, you can Update System, check Device Name, Re-
start, Check Status & Legal Information, check Model Name & Android
Version, check Android Security Patch Level, Kernel version and Build.
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Technical Details
I cannot connect my iOS devices to the P400+
Possible Causes Solution
(For wired connection) Incorrect cables or con-
nectors
To connect your iOS devices to the P400+, please
use the Ocial Apple Lightning to Digital AV
Adapter and connect via the Digital AV port.
Troubleshooting
I cannot wirelessly screen mirror Netix, Amazon Prime, Disney Plus, etc.
Possible Causes Solution
For wireless connection, DMCA content including
Netix, Amazon Prime, Disney Plus content is not
sharable wirelessly).
Please use the built-in apps to stream DMCA Con-
tent or connect your devices to the P400+ using
the proper cables/ converters.
AIRPLAY DOES NOT WORK
Be sure to connect your iOS device and the P400+ Projector to the same WiFi network.
Choose “AAXA P400+” as the device you wish to screen mirror from your iOS device, un-
less you have changed the P400+’s nickname.
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Technical Details
IMAGE IS BLURRED
Possible Causes Solution
The Projector is not in focus. Adjust the focus with the focus adjustment but-
tons on the remote control until the image comes
into focus, or use the focus adjustment buttons on
the side of the projector
The Projector is oset from plane / angle of opera-
tion.
Move the projector so that it is both 180 degrees
and on an evern plane with the screen or adjust
the keystone through the remote, keypad or Set-
tings Menu
NO SYNC, NO SIGNAL
Troubleshooting
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 P400+ as an external monitor
on Windows based systems, this can be done by selecting “extend my desktop to this moni-
tor”. Depending on the video driver dierent resolutions may need to be selected for proper
output.
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Technical Details
THE PROJECTOR DOES NOT TURN ON
Possible Causes Solution
There is no power. Check to ensure the power outlet source is good.
Check the power adapter to ensure a proper con-
nection with the wall outlet as well as the projector.
Cannot power on the projector from the remote
control.
To power on the projector, toggle the “On/ O”
switch to the “ON” Position. Next, if the projector
is not powered on, press the Power button on the
remote control.
NO PICTURE / FILE NOT SUPPORTED
Possible Causes Solution
The video source is not properly connected or
selected
Check the video source signal to ensure that it
is properly connected. Select the current input
source by choosing the input desired from the
main menu
Incorrect le extension / Video is encoded with
incorrect codec
Please refer to “Specications” page to see which
le types and codex are supported. Verify that the
le was encoded properly.
Troubleshooting
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Technical Details
Projector not charging
Possible Causes Solution
There is no power. Check to ensure the power outlet source is good.
Check the power adapter to ensure a proper con-
nection with the wall outlet as well as the projector.
The projector is not set to the “OFF” Mode. Connect the power cord to the P400+. Connect the
other end of the power cord into the wall power
source. Toggle the “On/ O” switch to the “OFF”
Position.
When the projector is fully charged, the LED light
on the side of the projector will turn green. Allow
approximately 3-4 hours to fully charge the the
projector.
Troubleshooting
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Specications
Brightnes (Boost):
Native Resolution:
Contrast Ratio:
Aspect Ratio:
Projection Lens:
Image Size:
Lightsource:
Color:
Video In:
Audio Output:
Throw Ratio:
TF Card:
USB:
Dimensions:
Weight:
Supported File Formats:
Battery Runtime (Eco):
Power Consumption:
USB Output:
Wireless Mirroring:
Bluetooth Output:
Wireless (WiFi)
400 LED Lumens
1920x1080 (1080P)
1000:1
16:9
Manual Focus
10 - 180 inches
LUMINUS 30,000 Hour LEDs
Black/Gray
Digital AV (Compatible with Full Size HDMI™), 4K 30 FPS
2W High-Low Frequency Speaker, 3.5 mm Audio Jack
0.7:1 (Short Throw)
TF Card Slot (64GB maximum)
USB 2.0 (Full Size - 64GB maximum)
4.5” x 4” x 2.3”
19.8 oz
MP3, WMA, OGG, WAV, JPG, AVI, BMP, GIF, JPG, TXT
2 Hours
34 Watts
5V 1A (5 Watts)
Supports iOS, Android
4.0 Supported
2.4ghz/ 5 ghz
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Notes
Please direct all customer service inquiries to:
AAXA Technologies, Inc.
17781 Sky Park Circle, Suite #F
Irvine, CA 92614
(714) 957-1999
