Epson Projector Megaplex Mg 850hd User Manual

Solving Remote Control Problems71
■Fine-tune the colors with the settings listed on page 44.
■If the picture looks dark, you may need to replace the lamp. Check the lamp usage timer 
to see how long the lamp has been in use (see page 64). Replace the lamp if it’s close to 
the end of its service life (see page 61).
I can’t find content on my iPod.
■The Videos menu will only play videos from your device that were imported into iTunes. 
To play videos that were not imported into iTunes, press   on the...

72Problem Solving
■Make sure there are no objects between the remote control and the remote control 
receiver.
Where to Get Help
Internet Support
Epson provides technical assistance 24 hours a day at epson.com/support (U.S.) or 
epson.ca/support (Canada). Here you can access troubleshooting information, download 
product documentation, and receive technical advice through e-mail.
Speak to a Support Representative
To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the...

Specifications73
Specifications
General 
Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix
Size of LCD panels MG-850HD: 0.59 inch (15 mm) wide 
MG-50: 0.54 inch (14 mm) wide
Lens MG-850HD:
F=1.58–1.72
Focal length 16.9 mm–20.28 mm
MG-50:
F=1.44 (No optical zoom)
Focal length 16.70 mm
Resolution 
(native format) MG-850HD: WXGA 1280 × 800 pixels 
MG-50: 540p 960 × 540 pixels
Brightness MG-850HD: 
Normal mode: Color light output 2800 lumens (ISO 21118 standard)
ECO mode: 2240 lumens
MG-50: 
Normal mode: Color...

74Specifications
Lamp 
Note: Lamp life will vary depending on mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. 
Brightness decreases over time.
Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.
Type UHE (Ultra High Efficiency), E-TORL
Power consumption 200 W
Lamp life Normal mode, 4000 hours
ECO mode, 5000 hours
Part number V13H010L67
Remote Control
Range Approximately 20 feet (6 m)
Batteries AAA × 2
Dimensions
Height 4.5 inches (115 mm), not including adjustable feet 
Width...

Specifications75
MG-50: 
Normal mode: 313 W/ECO mode: 260 W
Standby (charging): 34 - 55 W (depending on volume)
Standby (not charging; device battery full): 14 W
Environmental
Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C)
Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C)
Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH, non-condensing
Storage: 10 to 90% RH, non-condensing
Operating altitude Up to 7500 feet (2286 meters);
over 4921 feet (1500 meters), enable High Altitude mode 
in the Extended menu (see page 50)
Safety
United...

76Specifications
Composite video 
Component video
FormatRefresh rate (Hz)Resolution
NTSC 60 720 × 480
PAL 50/60 720 × 576
SECAM 50 720 × 576
Format/
Signal
Refresh rate (Hz)Resolution
SDTV
480i
576i
480p
576p60
50
60
50720 × 480
720 × 576
720 × 480
720 × 576
HDTV
720p
1080i50/60
50/601280 × 720
1920 × 1080 

Specifications77
Analog RGB (computer display)
*Only compatible when the resolution is set to wide.
HDMI 
SignalMG-850HD Refresh 
rate (Hz)MG-50
Refresh rate (Hz) Resolution
VGA 60/72/75/85 60/72/75/85 640 × 480
SVGA56/60/72/
75/8556/60/72/
75/85 800 × 600
XGA 60/70/75/85 60/70/75/85 1024 × 768
SXGA70/75/85
60/75/85
60/75/8570/75
60
601152 × 864
1280 × 960
1280 × 1024
WXGA 60
60
60/75/8560
60
60/751280 × 768
1360 × 768
1280 × 800
WXGA+ 60/75/80 — 1440 × 900
SXGA+ 60/75 — 1400 × 1050
WSXGA+* 60 — 1680 ×...

78Specifications*MG-850HD only.
System Requirements
The following system requirements need to be met in order for USB display to work 
(MG-850HD only).
Windows
UXGA 60 1600 × 1200*
SDTV
480i
576i
480p
576p60
50
60
50720 × 480
720 × 576
720 × 480
720 × 576
HDTV
720p
1080i
1080p50/60
50/60
24/30/50/601280 × 720
1920 × 1080
1920 × 1080
OS Windows 2000 (Service Pack 4 only)
Windows XP (except for Service 
Pack 1)Professional, Home Edition 
and Tablet PC Edition 32 bit.
Windows Vista Ultimate, Enterprise,...

Specifications79
Macintosh
OS Mac OS X 10.5.x, Mac OS X 10.6.x 
CPU Power PC G4 1 GHz or faster
Memory 512 MB or more
Hard Disk Free Space 20 MB or more
Display Minimum resolution: 640 
× 480
Maximum resolution: 1680 × 1200
Display color in 16-bit color or greater. 

80Notices
Notices
Important Safety Information
Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using the projector:
■Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never 
let children look into the lens when it is on.
■Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside 
the projector can severely injure you.
■Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to...