Epson Projector Megaplex Mg 850hd User Manual

							 MegaPlex MG-50/MG-850HD
Home Theater Projector
User’s Guide 
						

							2Contents
Contents
Introduction5
Projector Parts 6
Optional Accessories 10
Registration and Warranty 10
Using This Manual 11
Setting Up the Projector12
Choosing a Location 12
Installing the Projector 15
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 17
Turning the Projector On and Off 17
Turning On the Projector 17
Turning Off the Projector 18
Projecting From an iPod, iPhone, or iPad19
Connecting an iPod or iPhone 19
Connecting an iPad 20
Checking the Dock Light 21
Removing Your iPod, iPhone, or iPad 22
Device Playback 23
Playing Video and Music From Your iPod, iPhone, or iPad 23
Playing Music When the Projector Is in Standby Mode 24
Controlling Playback 24
Configuring the Screen Saver 25
Projecting Photos, Videos and YouTube Videos From Your iPod, iPhone, or iPad 25
Playing Music With Photos 26 
						

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Connecting Other Devices27
Connecting Video Equipment 27
Connecting Computer Equipment 28
Installing the USB Driver 29
Connecting a Microphone 30
Connecting a USB Storage Device 30
Playing a Slideshow 31
Customizing Slideshow Settings 33
Making Basic Adjustments34
Positioning the Image 34
Adjusting the Image 36
Resizing the Image 36
Focusing the Image 37
Selecting the Image Source 37
Choosing the Aspect Ratio 38
Choosing the Color Mode 39
Choosing the Sound Mode 40
Making Detailed Adjustments41
Using the Menu System 41
Fine-tuning the Image 43
Adjusting Signal Settings 45
Customizing Projector Features 47
Customizing Power and Operation 48
Resetting the Projector 50
Using the Projector Security Features 51
Creating Your Own Startup Screen 52
Capturing the Image 52
Locking the Projector 53
Password Protecting 54
iPod Management 56
Using Security Locking 57 
						

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Maintenance58
Cleaning the Lens 58
Cleaning the Projector Case 58
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 59
Replacing the Lamp 61
Resetting the Lamp Usage Timer 63
Checking the Projector Status 64
Storing the Projector 64
Transporting the Projector 65
Problem Solving66
What To Do When the Lights Come On or Flash 66
Solving Picture Problems 68
Solving Remote Control Problems 71
Where to Get Help 72
Specifications73
General73
Lamp74
Remote Control74
Dimensions74
Electrical74
Environmental75
Safety75
Compatible Video Formats75
System Requirements78
Notices80 
						

							Introduction5
Introduction
The MegaPlex MG-50/MG-850HD projector lets you enjoy theater-quality images in the 
relaxing environment of your own home. Designed especially for home cinema use, it offers 
these outstanding features:
■Built-in dock that allows you to display media from and charge iPods, iPhones, or iPads
■Native WXGA 720p (MG-850HD) and 540p (MG-50) resolution, and up to 
2800 lumens (2200 lumens for the MG-50) of brightness (color light output) for 
incredibly rich, sharp images in any room lighting
■Auto Iris system that constantly controls the light output based on the gamma and 
black/white levels of your projected content, for perfectly adjusted images and deepest 
blacks
■Epson 3LCD technology for reliable picture quality, increased contrast ratio, and 
uniform colors
■HDMI® (High-Definition Multimedia Interface®) port for superior, uncompressed 
digital video
■True 16:9 wide-format projection 
■Closed captioning (MG-850HD)
■Flexible setup configurations, including front projection and ceiling mounted, plus auto 
vertical keystone
■Up to seven (MG-850HD) color modes (five for the MG-50), to quickly optimize 
viewing for different lighting environments, and a vast array of custom color adjustments 
						

							6Introduction
Projector Parts
Front
Back
Control panel 
Air exhaust vent
Lens coverHorizontal keystone slider
Adjustable footRemote control 
receiver Focus ring
Lamp cover
Security slot
Light sensor
Port cover
A/V mute slide
Zoom ring 
(MG-850HD only)
AC power inletAir exhaust 
vent
Remote control receiver
SpeakersiPod dock
Lamp cover
Port cover 
						

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Bottom
Control Panel
Mounting bracket 
attachment points
Rear adjustable feet
Front adjustable foot
Power button
Volume
Dock light Status lights
Power light
Source button
Light sensor 
						

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Projector Ports
Side ports
Back ports
HDMI
Component 
videoMicrophone
Audio (L/R)
Composite video
USB
TypeB
USB TypeA 
(MG-850HD only) PC input 
						

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Remote Control
Source button
Switches between
image sources connected to 
the projectorPower button
Turns projector on or off
Menu 
navigation 
buttonsMenu button
Displays the 
projector’s 
menusAspect button
Changes the picture’s aspect ratio
Esc (escape) button
Exits the current menu item
A/V mute button
Temporarily turns projected 
images and audio off and onEnter button
Selects menu items or opens 
the line menu
Controls playback:
Play/Pause
Rewind
Fast-forward
Illumination button
Lights the playback and 
volume buttons for easy 
viewing
Color Mode button
Optimizes viewing for 
different lighting
environments
Turns down 
the volume
Turns up the 
volume
Transfers control to the iPod 
when connected
User button
Shortcut to selected menu items 
						

							10Introduction
Optional Accessories
Epson provides the following optional accessories for the projector:
In addition to the accessories listed above, 1-year and 2-year extended service plans are 
available. You can purchase these plans and other accessories from an authorized Epson 
reseller. To find the nearest reseller, please call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). To 
purchase online, visit www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Registration and Warranty
Your projector comes with a basic two-year carry-in warranty. For details, see the warranty 
brochure.
In addition, Epson offers free Extra Care
SM Home Service. In the unlikely event of an 
equipment failure, you won’t have to wait for your unit to be repaired. Instead, Epson will 
ship you a replacement unit anywhere in the United States, Canada, or Puerto Rico. See your 
Extra Care Home Service brochure for details.
To register, simply follow the registration instructions on the CD, or register online at 
epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories, 
products, and service.
Product Part number
Replacement lamp  V13H010L67
Air filter replacement  V13H134A37
Kensington
® security lock (anti-theft device) ELPSL01
Epson DC-06 document camera (MG-850HD only) V12H321005
Projector mount V12H003B23