HomeBox 3.1 - Media player Overmax - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Media Player
Brand	Overmax
Model	HomeBox 3.1
Power Supply	DC 5V/2A (use original adapter)
Video Output	TV OUT (high resolution), AV OUT (composite)
Audio Output	AV OUT (stereo), SPDIF (optical)
Network Connectivity	LAN (RJ45) and Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
USB Ports	USB 2.0 for keyboard, mouse, storage
SD Card Slot	microSD card support
Microphone Input	3.5mm jack
Remote Control	IR remote with navigation and mouse mode
Operating System	Android-based (version not specified)
Wireless Display	Miracast for Android 4.2+ devices
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 4.0 for mouse connection
Dimensions (approximate)	120 x 80 x 20 mm
Weight (approximate)	200 g
Safety	Use only original power adapter; avoid moisture
Maintenance	Clean with dry cloth; keep vents free of dust
Repair	Recovery mode for firmware reinstall; no user-serviceable parts

Frequently Asked Questions - HomeBox 3.1 Overmax

How do I connect the HomeBox 3.1 to my TV?

Use the supplied TV cable (likely HDMI or composite) to connect from the TV OUT port on the device to the TV IN port on your TV. If using an AV cable, connect to AV OUT (yellow for video, red/white for audio) and select the corresponding input on your TV.

How can I change the language of the device?

Go to Settings > Language & input, then select your desired language from the list. You can also change input method by tapping the keyboard icon on the bottom-right corner.

How do I connect to Wi-Fi?

Go to Settings > Wi-Fi, select your wireless network, enter the password, and connect. A Wi-Fi icon will appear on the status bar once connected.

How do I connect via Ethernet?

Plug an Ethernet cable into the LAN port on the device and the other end into your router. Then go to Settings > Ethernet and turn it on. A cabled connection icon will appear in the status bar.

How do I use the wireless display feature?

Ensure your phone/tablet runs Android 4.2 or above. On the device, enable Wi-Fi Display (settings may vary). On your phone, go to Settings > Display or Wi-Fi > Wi-Fi Display and select your media player. The device name appears when Wi-Fi Display is active.

How do I connect a keyboard?

Plug the keyboard's USB receiver into the USB port of the device. Turn on the keyboard using its power switch. The keyboard is immediately ready to use.

How do I connect a Bluetooth mouse?

Insert 2xAAA batteries into the mouse and turn it on. On the device, enable Bluetooth in Settings > Wireless Networks. Press and hold the right and middle mouse buttons for 3 seconds to make it discoverable. Search for devices and select 'Bluetooth Mouse' to pair.

What should I do if the device does not turn on?

Ensure the power adapter is connected securely and the outlet works. Press the power button on the remote until the blue LED lights up. If still not working, try a different power outlet or contact support.

How can I reset or reinstall the firmware?

Use the recovery mode: insert a pin or paperclip into the RESET hole (or press Recovery button if present) while powering on. This will allow you to reinstall system firmware from an SD card or USB drive.

The remote control is not working. What can I do?

Check the batteries in the remote. Ensure there are no obstacles between the remote and the device. Try pressing the mouse key to switch modes. If still not working, use a USB keyboard or mouse as an alternative.

USER MANUAL HomeBox 3.1 Overmax

Item	Description / Function
DC	Connect to power supply, please use original power adapter
AV OUT	Stream audio and video signal to TV or PC display with an AV cable(1 to 3)
OTG	Connect to a PC via an adapter
TV OUT	Stream audio and high resolution video to TV or PC display
SPDIF	fiber-optical output for audio
LAN	Standard RJ45, connect to internet through network cable
USB	Connect to Keyboard
SD card slot	Plug external microSD memory card
Recovery Reinstall system firmware
MIC	Connect to 3.5mm microphone

The remote control

This device comes with a remote control, of which most functions can be operated with navigation keys. For some APK, switch the mouse mode by pressing the mouse key before operation.

Connection and turn on

The steps below is for connection through an TV cable, if an AV cable is used, please connect it to AV (yellow, R (red), L (white) ports respectively on TV.

1. Connect one plug of the supplied TV cable to the HomeBox, the other end to an TV IN port on TV. Connect the AC power adapter (5V/2A) to the device and to the power socket.
2. Turn on the unit by pressing the power key on remote until the blue LED indicator lights up.
3. Use TV remote control (the signal source key) to select right signal path for the TV IN port connected. There are normally several TV IN ports on a TV, and the connection can be enabled only when the right signal path is selected. If an AV cable is used, please select AV port instead.

Home interface

After device is on, home interface pop up. Click on APK listing to show icons of all installed APK on the device.

Language and input method

Setting → Language and input, select your language from the list.

You can also select input method by clicking on input area, and then clicking on the icon of keyboard on the bottom-right corner to show a list of all available input methods.

Connect to internet

Wireless connection

Setting → Wi-Fi, click on the desired wifi hot spot, input password of the wireless router for connection (A Wi-Fi icon pops up on the status bar after connection)

Note: Please ensure that the wireless router has access to external internet.

Wired connection

c) Plug in one end of the network cable to the LAN port on the device, and the other end to the router.
d) Setting→Turn on Ethernet, after connection, an icon of cabled connection appears on right corner of the status bar.

Keyboard connection

Plug keyboard USB transmitter to USB port of the device. Turn on the keyboard by switching the ON/OFF. The keyboard is now ready to use.

Bluetooth mouse connection

1. To start the Bluetooth mouse, place the 2xAAA batteries (not included) in an appropriate manner in the power compartment of the mouse.
2. To turn on the Bluetooth mouse, slide the power button from the OFF position to the ON position.
3. To turn on Bluetooth on your tablet, click Settings> Wireless Networks, and then slide the Bluetooth function to the ON position.
4. Press and hold for 3 seconds right and the middle mouse button and then release it.

5. Use the "Search for Devices" on the tablet. Tablet starts to search for Bluetooth devices.

6. After displaying the list of found devices, click the "Bluetooth Mouse".

7. When the devices are paired the tablet screen shows "Connected input device." Bluetooth mouse is now ready to use.

Wireless Display

Currently it supports only mobile phones and Tablet PC powered by Android 4.2 or above, and the method for connection varies for different handheld devices. Generally go to setting → display, or WI-FI setting.

Go to WI-FI on phone, select setting → WIFI → WIFI DISPLAY. Select your device(device name is shown upon access of WIFI DISPLAY), after connection, the contents on mobile phone are streamed to TV display.

Note: for some mobile phones, this function is not available

Information

More information about the use of the device and the system can be found at: www.overmax.eu

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