ABOX GC357 Projector User Manual

ABOX GC357 Projector

User Manual 
Projector GC357

Important Safety Instructions

Thank you for purchasing the ABOX GC357 projector. Please read this manual thoroughly before using it and keep it for future reference. If physical injury, loss of data, or damage is caused by failure to follow instructions, the warranty does not apply.
Setup

  • Do not install the projector in places without proper ventilation.
  • Do not install the projector in hot and humid places.
  • Do not install the projector in dusty or smokey places.
  • Do not block the ventilation holes (intake or exhaust).
  • Do not install the projector near the temperature and smoke detectors. It may cause a sensor failure.
  • Do not install the projector in areas where the warm and cool air will blow directly onto the projector, otherwise, it may cause projector failure due to moisture condensation or large temperature changes.
    Power Supply
  • Power off the device before removing the power supply from the socket. Use the power cord with caution to avoid unduly bending it. Damaged power cords may cause electric shock or fire.
  • Unplug this device if there are lightning storms or when unused for a long period of time.
  • Never touch the power cable or the power connection with wet hands.
  • Unplug the power cord from the outlet after using the projector.
    Repairs
  • Never make any repairs to the projector yourself.
  • No components in the projector can be repaired by customers.
  • Please entrust qualified professional maintenance personnel for repair.
    Caution
  • Do not look at the lens or it may cause severe eye injury.
  • During and after use, the temperature near the outlet will rise. Therefore touching it may cause burns.

Packing List

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Overview

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Remote control

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Getting Started
Projector Placement

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Please leave at least a 30cm gap from walls to maintain adequate ventilation ensuring the projector’s performance and reliability.
Projector Distance & Size

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The recommended projection screen is around 80 inches with a projection distance of around 8.5 ft. Ambient darkness will improve the clarity of the projected images.

Projector Connection

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F. USB Connection

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Start Using

Power on

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Adjusting the projected imageABOX GC357 Projector - image

Adjust the keystone and focus ring to get the best image performance.

Switch Input SourceABOX GC357 Projector - source

PressTurn offon the projector or remote to enter the interface of Input Source.

 Play a Video / Music / Photo / Text

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When selecting a USB disk / SD card connection, you need to manually select the corresponding file for playback.

Safe Shutdown

ABOX GC357 Projector - shutdownPress the power button to turn off the projector Screw in the focusing ring, Place the dustproof cover on the lens.

Screen Mirroring

For iPhone or iPad ( Streaming with cellular data )

  1. Select “Screen Mirroring° on the projector’s input sourceABOX GC357 Projector - pc
  2. Go to Settings, connect to projector WiFi named “Mirroring-)00<XXI’, enter password: 12345678
  3. Turn on the Screen Mirroring settings in the control center by scrolling down the phone
  4. Choose “Mirroring-)00000( and connectABOX GC357 Projector - data
  5. Once connected, your mobile device’s screen will be displayed on the projection surface.

For iPhone or iPad ( Streaming with WiFi )

  1. Select “Screen Mirroring” on the projector’s input sourceABOX GC357 Projector - tablet
  2. Go to Settings, connect to projector WiFi named “Mirroring-XXXXX”, enter password: 12345678
  3. Connect the projector with router WiFi via an iOS mobile device
    • Open the browser and enter the number: 192.168.49.1 on the IP address, enter WiFi AP
    • Select WiFi AP and enter Scan
    • Select Scan and find the WiFi sent by the router, enter the password and connectABOX GC357 Projector - app• Please wait for 10 seconds. The router ID and WiFi name will appear in the upper right corner of the projector interface once connected.
  4. Connect the iOS mobile device to the same router WiFi (At this time, the external device and the projector are connected under the same WiFi)
  5. Find the in-screen feature option for iOS mobile devices, click and search for projector device
  6. When the projector and the device picture are consistent, the same screen is successful

For Android phone or tablet

  1. Select “Screen Mirroring* on the projector’s input source
  2. Go to Settings, connect to projector WiFi named ‘Mirroring-)000(X”, enter password: 12345678.
  3. Turn on the Wireless projection settings on your phone.ABOX GC357 Projector - box
  4. Choose mMirroring-X>0000C and connect
  5. Once connected, your mobile device’s screen will be displayed on the projection surface.

Note:
Once screen mirroring successfully, for Android devices it will Mobile Data to stream Movies;lf you need to use routed WiFi for playback, switch the Android mobile device to routed WiFi.

For Windows PC (Wireless Miracast only support Window 10 system)

  1. Select the projector’s input source as Screen Mirroring.ABOX GC357 Projector - ipad
  2. Connect your Windows PC to the WiFi from the projector: Mirroring-XXXXXX (password is 12345678)
  3. Use the shortcut key p to enter the projection settings, select Duplicate, click Connected to a wireless display to enter the device search.ABOX GC357 Projector - settings
  4. Select projector: Mirroring-XXXXXX, click and connect it.
  5. The Wired Screen Mirroring will be successful when the projector’s screen display is the same as the device.

For MacBook

  1. Select “Screen Mirroring” as the input source for the projector.ABOX GC357 Projector - ipad
  2. Connect the MacBook to the WiFi of the Projector.
  3. Turn on the “Setting. and find “Airplay*, then click and search for the projector.ABOX GC357 Projector - search
  4. Select projector: Mirroring-XXXXXX, click and connect it.
  5. The Wired Screen Mirroring will be successful when the projector’s screen display is the same as the device.

Specifications

Display Technology LCD
Resolution Native 480P
Aspect Ratio 16:9/4:3/Auto
Keystone ±15°
Speaker 2*2W
Unit Dimension 220*170*90 mm (8.7*6.7*3.5inch)
Photo Format JPG/JPEG/PNG/BMP
Supported Video Format Supported AVI/MP4/MKV/FLV/ MOV/RMVB/3GP/ MPEG/H.264/XVID
Light Source LED
Support 1080P
Focus Manual
Projection Mode Front/Rear/Ceiling
Power Supply AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz
Unit Net Weight  1.28kg(2.8Ibs)
Audio Format Supported MP2/MP3/WMA/FLAC/ PCM
Audio Format Supported HDMI in / USB Port /Audio in/AV in /VGA Port / SD Card Slot

Trouble Shooting

If the method below can’t solve your problem, please contact support@aboxhome.com, and our technicians will assist you in solving your problem.

How to get the best movie viewing experience?

  1. Choose a dark environment
  2. Place the projector horizontally (It is better not to use keystone correction)
  3. The recommended viewing size and distance are 80″ and 8.5 ft.

What to do if there is no image?

  1. Check if the input source is correct
  2. Check if the cable is connected properly and try to re-connect the cable
  3. Replace the connecting cable

The image is blurry, what should I do?

  1. Make sure the projection distance is farther than the minimum projection distance of 1.2 m.
  2. Adjust the projector’s Keystone Correction Ring /Focusing Ring.

What to do if the screen mirroring fails?

  1. Make sure the projector’s input source is Screen Mirroring.
  2. Press and hold on “OK” key 1 Os to reset the projector and try again.

Documents / Resources

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User Manual · GC357, Projector, GC357 Projector

References

Questions and answers

Helpful product questions tied to this manual. Each item links to the full Q&A page.

Questions & Answers

Use this section to ask about setup, compatibility, troubleshooting, or anything missing from this manual.

  1. I am pleasantly surprised by the value for money. There is only one problem that cannot be solved. Why doesn’t the projector display the images in the order in which they are stored on the USB stick? Also renaming the images to 1,2,3,…etc. useless. Is a random number generator installed?
    Ich bin vom Preis/Leistungsverhältnis angenehm überrascht. Nur ein Problem ist nicht zu lösen. Warum gibt der Projector die Bilder nicht in der Reihenfolge wider, wie sie auf dem USB-Stick abgespeichert sind? Auch die Umbenennung der Bilder in 1,2,3,…usw. nützt nichts. Ist ein Zufallsgenerater installiert?

    Gerhard B. asks <em>I am pleasantly surprised by the value for money. There is only one problem that cannot be solved. Why doesn't the projector display the images in the order in which they are stored on the USB stick? Also renaming the images to 1,2,3,...etc. useless. Is a random number generator installed?<e/em>
    Ich bin vom Preis/Leistungsverhältnis angenehm überrascht. Nur ein Problem ist nicht zu lösen. Warum gibt der Projector die Bilder nicht in der Reihenfolge wider, wie sie auf dem USB-Stick abgespeichert sind? Auch die Umbenennung der Bilder in 1,2,3,...usw. nützt nichts. Ist ein Zufallsgenerater installiert?
    Manuals+ clarified question
    Question

    Why does the ABOX GC357 projector not display images from a USB drive in the correct order, even after renaming files numerically?

    Answer

    The ABOX GC357 projector's built-in media player often sorts files based on the FAT32/NTFS file system index (the order in which files were physically written to the drive) rather than alphabetical or numerical filenames. This can make it appear as though a random number generator is active.

    To resolve this and ensure your images play in the correct order, you can try the following steps:

    • Check Playback Settings: While an image is displaying, press the OK or Menu button on the remote to bring up the on-screen playback control bar. Ensure that the 'Play Mode' is set to 'Sequence' and not 'Random' or 'Shuffle'.
    • Re-copy Files: Since the projector may follow the 'Date Created' or 'Date Modified' metadata, try clearing the USB stick and copying the files onto it one by one in the exact order you want them to appear.
    • Use Sorting Software: You can use a third-party utility (such as FATSort or DriveSort) on your computer. These tools reorder the file system table on the USB drive to match the alphabetical order of the filenames, which usually forces the projector to display them correctly.

    Please note that the manual indicates you must manually select files for playback, but for automated slideshows, the internal firmware's sorting logic is fixed and cannot be changed via settings.

  2. Ổ cắm 220v điện thông dụng có sao ko ạ?

    Anonymous asks Ổ cắm 220v điện thông dụng có sao ko ạ?
    Manuals+ clarified question
    Question

    Is it okay to use a standard 220V power outlet with this projector?

    Answer

    Most modern ABOX projectors, including the GC357, are designed with universal power supplies that support 100V to 240V. Therefore, using a standard 220V outlet is generally safe and compatible.

    However, because the provided manual text does not explicitly list the specific voltage range, you should check the sticker on the bottom of the projector or the power adapter itself before plugging it in. Look for the "Input" section; if it says 100-240V, it is perfectly safe for a 220V outlet. Always ensure you use the power cord provided in the box to avoid damage or electric shock.

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