Dangbei N2 mini Smart Projector

Before Use

Thank you for purchasing and using this product. For your safety and to protect your interests, please read these instructions carefully before use.

About This Manual

The trademarks and names mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. All illustrations in this manual are for demonstration purposes only. The actual product may vary due to development. Dangbei assumes no responsibility for personal injury, property damage, or other losses caused by failure to comply with the instructions or safety precautions in this manual. Dangbei reserves the right to interpret and amend this manual.

Important Safety Precautions

• As with any strong light source, do not look directly into the beam (RG1 IEC 62471-5:2015).
• Do not cover or block the device's ventilation openings to prevent overheating of internal parts and damage to the device.
• Protect the device from moisture, sunlight, high temperatures, low pressure, and magnetic fields.
• Do not place the device in a dusty or dirty environment.
• Place the device on a flat and stable surface, not in a location with a risk of vibration.
• Do not allow children to operate the device unsupervised.
• Do not place heavy or sharp objects on the device.
• Avoid strong vibrations, which may damage internal components.
• Use the correct type of batteries for the remote control.
• Use only accessories approved or supplied by the manufacturer.
• Do not disassemble the device yourself. Repairs must only be carried out by authorized service personnel.
• Use the device in an environment with a temperature of 0–40 °C.
• Do not use headphones for extended periods – excessively loud sound can damage hearing.
• Protect the power cable from damage or being stepped on, especially at plugs, sockets, and the output from the device.
• Unplug the device from the mains during a thunderstorm or if you do not use it for a long time.
• If the power plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnecting device, it must remain readily operable.
• Before connecting or changing connections, ensure all devices are disconnected from the mains.
• Never touch the power cable with wet hands.

Package Contents

Before using the product, please check if all items are in the package:

• Power cable
• Projector
• User Manual
• Remote control
• AAA batteries

Projector Overview

Interface overview and description:

• PTZ bracket socket – bracket thread
• Camera – camera
• Lens – objective lens
• Ventilation holes (Do not block) – ventilation openings (do not cover)
• HDMI – HDMI input
• USB2.0 - USB 2.0
• AC IN - power input
• 3.5mm Audio – 3.5 mm audio output
• Power button – power button

Diagram of Projector Ports:

[Illustration showing the projector's top and back views with labels for Lens, Power button, HDMI, USB2.0, 3.5mm Audio, AC IN, Ventilation holes, and PTZ bracket socket.]

Remote Control Overview

Open the battery compartment cover on the remote control. Insert 2 AAA batteries*. (* Please insert new batteries according to the indicated polarity) Close the battery compartment cover.

Button Description (from left to right, top to bottom):

• Battery Compartment – battery compartment
• Power – turn on/off projector
• Return – return to the previous page
• OK – confirm selection or choice
• Pause/Resume play – pause/resume playback
• Menu – open additional settings during playback
• App Buttons – buttons for applications
• Navigation – navigation arrows
• Manual Focus – manual focus adjustment
• Volume Down / Volume Up – decrease / increase volume
• Home – return to the home screen

[Illustration showing the remote control with buttons labeled: Power, Manual Focus, Navigation, Volume Down/Volume Up, App Buttons, Home, Menu, OK, Pause/Resume play, Return, and Battery Compartment.]

Getting Started

1. Placement

Place the projector on a stable, flat surface in front of the projection screen. A flat, white surface is recommended.

Follow the table below to determine the distance between the projector and the screen, and the corresponding image size:

The recommended projection size is 100 inches.

[Diagram illustrating projection distances and screen sizes from 60 to 120 inches, with corresponding distances from 1.7m to 3.37m.]

2. Power On

1. Connect the projector to a power outlet.
2. Press the power button on the projector or the remote control to turn it on.

[Illustration showing the projector being plugged into a power outlet and the power button being pressed on the projector and remote.]

Remote Control Pairing

The remote control needs to be paired the first time you use the projector.

1. Place the remote control approximately 10 cm from the projector and follow the on-screen instructions.
2. Simultaneously press and hold the [Volume Down] and [Volume Up] buttons until the indicator light starts flashing. (This means the remote control is entering pairing mode.)
3. Connection is successful when the indicator light stops flashing.

*If pairing fails, repeat the above steps until the indicator light stops flashing.

[Illustration showing the remote control placed 10 cm from the projector with a note about pressing and holding Volume Down and Volume Up buttons. An indicator light is shown.]

TIP for successful pairing: A symbol will appear on the screen during pairing. To confirm successful pairing, press the OK button on the remote control and follow the arrow to proceed through the steps to complete pairing.

[Illustration showing the remote control with the OK button highlighted, and a screenshot of the projector's welcome screen indicating pairing instructions.]

Network Settings

Navigate to [Settings] → [Network]. The projector supports Wi-Fi connection.

Focus Settings

Navigate to [Settings] → [Focus]. The projector automatically focuses the image each time it is started.

For manual focus:

1. Press the Manual Focus button on the remote control.
2. Use the directional buttons (up/down) to adjust the image sharpness until the image is clear and sharp.

[Illustration of the remote control's focus adjustment buttons.]

* Supports quick focus adjustment using the remote control. Press the [F-] or [F+] button on the remote control to adjust focus.

Image Correction Settings

1. Keystone Correction

• Navigate to [Settings] → [Keystone].
• To use manual keystone correction, select [Four Points Correction] and adjust the four corners and the image shape.

[Illustration showing the keystone correction interface with four adjustable corners.]

2. Intelligent Screen Fit

• Navigate to [Settings] → [Keystone] and activate the [Auto Screen] option.

3. Intelligent Obstacle Avoidance

• Navigate to [Settings] → [Keystone] and activate the [Auto Avoid] option.

Bluetooth Speaker Mode

• Open the Bluetooth Speaker application on the projector.
• Turn on Bluetooth on your phone, tablet, or laptop, search for the [N2mini] device, and connect to it.
• The projector can play audio from the devices mentioned above, or the projector can be connected to headphones or speakers for audio playback from the projector.

[Illustration showing a smartphone and laptop connecting to the projector via Bluetooth.]

Screen Mirroring & Casting

1. Screen Mirroring (Screencast)

For mirroring the screen of Android or Windows devices:

• Open the Screencast application on the projector.
• Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your device.

2. Content Sharing (Homeshare)

For streaming content from iOS or Android devices:

• Open the Homeshare application on the projector.
• Follow the on-screen instructions.

*Mirrorcast does not support iOS devices. Homeshare only supports applications with the DLNA protocol.

[Illustration showing screen mirroring from a phone to the projector.]

Inputs

• Navigate to [Inputs] and select the source: HDMI / HOME / USB.
• View content from various connected devices according to the selected input.

(This product has an HDMI 1.4 interface and does not support 4K video signal input.)

[Illustration showing the projector's input ports: USB and HDMI.]

More Settings

1. Picture Mode

Navigate to [Settings] → [Picture Mode] and select a mode from the options: [Standard / Custom / Cinema / Sport / Vivid / Hi-Bright].

2. Sound Mode

Navigate to [Settings] → [Audio] → [Sound Style] and select a mode from the options: [User / Standard / Vivid / Sport / Movie / Music / News].

3. Projection Mode

Navigate to [Settings] → [Projection] and select the projector's placement method.

4. Zoom

Navigate to [Settings] → [Zoom] to adjust the image size from 100% to 50%.

5. Product Info

Navigate to [Settings] → [About] to view product information.

Technical Specifications

• Display Resolution: 1920 × 1080
• Display Technology: LCD
• Throw Ratio: 1.25 : 1
• Speakers: 6 W
• Wi-Fi: Dual-band 2.4 / 5.0 GHz
• Bluetooth Version: 5.2
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 143 × 149 × 241 mm
• Weight: 1.715 kg

Troubleshooting

1. No Audio Output

• Check if the volume is set to 0.
• Check if the projector's "3.5mm Audio", "HDMI", or Bluetooth is connected to an external audio device.

2. No Image Output

• Press the power button on the back. The power indicator will turn off if the projector is successfully powered on.
• Ensure the power cable is properly connected to both the outlet and the projector.

3. No Network

• Go to settings and check the connection status in the network menu.
• Ensure your router is configured correctly.

4. Blurry Image

• Adjust the focus or keystone correction.
• The projector and the screen/wall must be at an appropriate distance.
• The projector lens is not clean.

5. Irregular (Undeformed) Image

• Place the projector perpendicular to the wall/screen, unless using the keystone correction function.
• Use the keystone correction function to adjust the display.

6. Keystone Correction Failure

• Ensure the camera on the front panel is not covered or dirty.
• The optimal distance for automatic keystone correction is 1.3–3.0 m, horizontally ±20°.

7. Auto Focus Failure

• Ensure the camera on the front panel is not covered or dirty.
• The optimal distance for auto focus is 1.3–3.0 m, horizontally ±20°.

8. Remote Control Not Responding

• Ensure the remote control is successfully paired via Bluetooth. If pairing is successful, the indicator light will flash once when a button is pressed.
• If pairing fails and the remote works via IR communication, the indicator light will flash twice when a button is pressed.
• The projector's IR receiver is located at the back. Ensure there are no obstructions or interference between the projector and the remote.
• Check the batteries and their correct insertion.

9. Connecting Bluetooth Devices

Go to settings, open the Bluetooth option, view the device list, and connect the selected device.

10. Other

For further assistance, please contact us via email at: support@dangbei.com

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Product: Smart Projector

Trademark: Dangbei

Model Designation: N2mini

Manufacturer's Name: Guangzhou Shikun Electronics Co., Ltd.

Manufacturer's Address: NO.6 Liankun Road, Huangpu District, Guangzhou, China

Manufacturer's Phone: +86-20-82086168

We, Guangzhou Shikun Electronics Co., Ltd. declare under our sole responsibility that the above referenced product is in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following directives:

• RED Directive : 2014/53/EU
• WEEE Directive : 2012/19/EU
• RoHS Directive: 2011/65/EU
• REACH Regulation : 2006/1907/EC
• (EU) 2015/863

Conformity with these directives has been assessed for the product by demonstrating compliance to the following harmonized standards and/or regulations:

• EN IEC 62311:2020
• EN 62368-1:2014+A11:2017
• EN 301489-1 V2.2.3
• EN 301489-3 V2.3.2
• ETSI EN 301489-17 V3.2.6
• EN 55032:2015+A11
• EN 55035:2017+A11
• EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019+A2
• EN 61000-3-3:2013+A2:2021+AC:2022
• EN 301893 V2.1.1
• ETSI EN 300440 V2.2.1
• EN 300328 V2.2.2
• 2011/65/EU, (EU) 2015/863
• 2006/1907/EC
• 2012/19/EU

Signed for and on behalf of: Guangzhou Shikun Electronics Co., Ltd.

Place: Guangzhou, China Date: 2025-02-28 Name: Sarah Sun Position: Certification Engineer

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