Formovie X5 Projector / Firestick Pairing Guide

Quickly and easily set up your Formovie X5 to automatically pair to your Firestick and control the Firestick using the X5 remote.

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Step 1: Connect Power

Plug the larger end of the USB power-cord into the USB port on the rear of the X5 projector.

Diagram Description: Rear panel of the Formovie X5 projector showing various ports. The USB port is labeled 'USB'. Other visible ports include LAN, HDMI 1 ARC, HDMI 2, and S/PDIF.

Step 2: Connect Firestick

Plug the HDMI connector of the Firestick into the HDMI 2 port on the rear of the X5 projector.

Diagram Description: Rear panel of the Formovie X5 projector showing various ports. The HDMI 2 port is labeled 'HDMI 2'. Other visible ports include USB, LAN, HDMI 1 ARC, and S/PDIF.

Step 3: Power On Projector

Plug the projector into an outlet and turn it on using the X5 remote. Allow it to boot up.

Note: If this is your first time powering on the projector, you may need to go through initial setup steps.

Diagram Description: The Formovie X5 remote control with the [Power button] highlighted.

Step 4: Access Settings

Hit the [Home button] (icon of a house) on the X5 remote. Then, hit the [Settings icon] (top right button) on the X5 remote.

Diagram Description: The Formovie X5 remote control with the [Home button] and the [Settings icon] highlighted. A screenshot of the Firestick interface is shown, displaying options like 'Common', 'Play History', 'Netv', 'Mine', 'Screen Focusing', 'Manual Keystone', 'Applications', 'Files', 'Input', and 'Feedback'.

Step 5: Navigate to System

Scroll to "System" (represented by a hexagon icon) and select it.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Firestick interface showing the System menu. Options include 'Device Linkage', 'Screensaver', 'Security', 'About', 'Software Version', 'Language', 'Formovie Lab', and 'Factory Reset'.

Step 6: Select Device Linkage

From the System menu, select "Device Linkage".

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Firestick interface showing the System menu with "Device Linkage" highlighted.

Step 7: Enable Auto-start

Switch the "Auto-start when it's power on" option to active. This will turn the projector on automatically when power is connected.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the "Device Linkage" settings screen. The option "Auto-start when it's power on" is shown, with a toggle to activate it. It also shows "Auto-play when it's power-on" with options to Disable, HDMI1 eARC, or HDMI2.

Step 8: Select HDMI2 Input

Select HDMI2 as the input source.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the "Device Linkage" settings screen, showing HDMI2 selected as the input.

Step 9: Return to Settings Menu

Hit the [Back button] on the X5 remote to return to the main settings menu.

Diagram Description: The Formovie X5 remote control with the [Back button] highlighted.

Step 10: Access Common Settings

Scroll up to "Common" (indicated by a star logo) and select it.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Firestick interface showing the "Common" menu with options like 'Play History', 'Netv', 'Mine', 'Screen Focusing', and 'Manual Keystone'.

Step 11: Select Input

From the "Common" menu, select "Input".

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Firestick interface showing the "Input" menu with options such as 'Screen Focusing', 'Manual Keystone', 'Applications', 'Files', 'Input', and 'Feedback'.

Step 12: Select Firestick TV

Select "Firestick TV" from the input options.

Diagram Description: A screenshot showing input source options: USB, HDMI1 eARC, and Fire TV Stick.

Step 13: Set Up Firestick

Follow the on-screen steps to set up your Firestick. When prompted for the TV brand, select "Xiaomi" (Formovie's parent company).

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Firestick setup screen asking "What brand of TV do you have?". Options include Xiaomi, Xion, and Xomax.

Step 14: Access Fire TV Menu

Press the [Menu button] on your X5 remote.

Diagram Description: The Formovie X5 remote control with the [Menu button] highlighted. A screenshot of the Fire TV interface is shown, displaying options like 'Image Mode', 'Brightness Mode', 'Sound effect Mode', and 'Play Settings'.

Step 15: Configure Play Settings

Select "Play Settings" and then choose "HDMI 2.1".

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the "Play Settings" menu showing HDMI options. The option for HDMI 2.1 is selected. It mentions that a higher HDMI protocol offers better picture quality but may increase delay.

Step 16: Access Fire TV Settings

From the Fire TV home menu, select the [Settings icon] (gear icon).

Diagram Description: The Fire TV home screen with the [Settings icon] highlighted. Various app icons like NETFLIX, prime video, freevee, YouTube, news, and amazon music are visible.

Step 17: Select Display & Sounds

In the Fire TV settings menu, select "Display & Sounds".

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the Fire TV settings menu showing options such as 'Account & Profile Settings', 'Network', 'Display & Sounds', 'Applications', 'Live TV', 'Controllers & Bluetooth Devices', 'Alexa', and 'Preferences'.

Step 18: Select Display

Scroll down within the "Display & Sounds" menu to "Display" and select it.

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the "DISPLAY & SOUNDS" menu. Options include 'Screensaver', 'Display', 'Audio', 'Enable Display Mirroring', and 'HDMI CEC Device Control'.

Step 19: Select Video Resolution

In the "Display" menu, select "Video Resolution".

Diagram Description: A screenshot of the "DISPLAY" menu showing "Video Resolution" settings. Options include 'Auto (up to 4K Ultra HD)', 'Match Original Frame Rate', 'Color Depth', 'Color Format', and 'Calibrate Display'.

Step 20: Set Resolution to 2160p 60Hz

Select "2160p 60Hz" and confirm the resolution change.

Diagram Description: A screenshot showing "VIDEO RESOLUTION" options: 'Auto (up to 4K Ultra HD)', '2160p 60Hz', '2160p 50Hz', and '1080p 60Hz'. A subsequent confirmation screen displays "Resolution Changed" and prompts to confirm or cancel.

Setup Complete

You're now ready to enjoy your favorite content in 4K on your Formovie X5 Projector.

Helpful Tip: If the projector enters sleep mode while you are completing these steps, just hit the back button to wake it up.

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