M1 G2 Operation

    From ViewSonic User Guide Database

    Home Screen

    The Home Screen is displayed every time you start the projector. To navigate the Home Screen, simply use the directional buttons on the remote control. You can return to the main Home Screen at any time by pressing the Home button on the remote control, regardless of what page you are on.

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    File Management

    Easily manage files and folders.

    1. Select: Home > File Management.
    2. Select a device on the source list. Use the direction buttons to select the desired file. Then press OK on the remote control to open the selected file.
    3. Press the Return button to go to a previous a level.
    NOTE: Press the Home button on the remote control to return to the Home Screen at anytime.

    How to Edit a File

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    1. While in File Management, press and hold the OK button for three (3) seconds.
    2. A check box will appear at the front of each file. Use the directional buttons and press OK to select one or more files.
    3. By pressing the Right button, Copy, Paste, Cut, Delete, Select All, and Return boxes will be available for use.
    4. Select your desired action and press OK to execute.
    5. If you are Copying or Cutting, select your destination folder to complete the process.

    How to Use Control Bar Buttons

    The Control Bar buttons will appear on screen if a video, music, or photo file are selected to be opened.

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    Tips for using USB
    When using USB for reading and/or storage please keep in mind the following:

    1. Some USB storage devices may not be compatible.
    2. If you use an USB extension cable, the USB device may not recognize the USB.
    3. Only use USB storage devices formatted with Windows FAT32 file system.
    4. Larger files will need extra time to load.
    5. Data on USB storage devices may be damaged or lost. Back up important files.

    Supported File Formats

    • Supported Office formats:
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    • Supported Multimedia formats:
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    Basic Settings

    Under Basic Settings you can manage Language, Projector Projection, and Keystone settings.

    1. Select: Home > Basic Settings.
    2. Use the Up and Down buttons to select the desired option and press OK. Then use the Left and Right buttons to make adjustments or selections.
    3. To return to a previous menu press the Return button.

    Source

    Select the preferred input source.

    • Select: Home > Source to display the available sources.

    Audio Mode

    1. Select: Home > Audio Mode.
    2. Choose your preferred sound play setting: Movie, Music, or User.

    Advanced Settings

    1. Select: Home > Advanced Settings.
    2. Use the Up and Down buttons to select the desired option and press OK. Then use the Left and Right buttons to make adjustments or selections.
    3. To return to a previous menu press the Return button.

    Information

    NOTE: Press the Home button on the remote control to return to the Home Screen at anytime.
    1. Select: Home > Information.
    2. View system status and information.

    Firmware Update

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    1. Download the latest version from the ViewSoinc website and copy the file to a USB storage device.
    2. Plug the USB storage device into the projector.
    3. The system will detect the Firmware version and display the above dialogue message.
    4. By selecting Yes, a progress bar will appear as the update process begins.
    5. After reaching 100%, the projector will restart. The whole process will take about 10 minutes.
    6. After updating the Firmware, it will take a few minutes to restart the projector.
    NOTE: Only the USB Type A port can support Firmware updating (USB format: FAT32).