Epson Projector Megaplex Mg 850hd User Manual

							Using This Manual11
Using This Manual
This book contains all the information you need to use the projector, in addition to basic 
setup and maintenance instructions, troubleshooting tips, and specifications. 
Please follow these guidelines as you read through the manual:
Warning: Must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Caution: Must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Note: Contains important information about your projector.
Tip: Contains helpful projection tips.
Need additional help? Take advantage of Epson’s automated support services 24 hours a day 
at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada). Use this site to view FAQs or 
product information and e-mail Epson.
If you need more help, you can use the Epson PrivateLine
® Support service. Call 
(800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with your 
projector.
Note: These illustrations show the MG-850HD, but the instructions are the same for the MG-50 
unless otherwise noted.
The term “iPod” is used in this manual to describe an iPod, iPhone, or iPad unless otherwise 
noted. 
						

							12Setting Up the Projector
Setting Up the Projector
Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location for the projector and display an 
image.
Choosing a Location
You can install the projector for the viewing setups shown below, as well as front ceiling 
projection. For more information on projector installation, see page 15.
Warning: Do not connect an iPod to the projector’s dock when it is suspended from the ceiling. 
Attempting to do so may cause the iPod to fall and may cause injury or damage.
Front
Rear ceilingRear 
						

							Choosing a Location13
Ideally, keep the projector level and place it at a height so its lens is pointing near the bottom 
or top of the screen, as shown below.
The size of the image is determined by the distance from the projector’s lens to the screen. 
Depending on your display settings and how you use the zoom ring, the actual size may differ. 
Use these tables as a guide for projector placement: 
16:9 aspect ratio
Diagonal image size Projection distance Offset
35 in. 
(88.9 cm) 39 to 47.2 in.
(99 to 120 cm)0.8 in.
(2 cm)
40 in. 
(101.6 cm) 44.9 to 53.9 in.
(114 to 137 cm)0.8 in.
(2 cm)
60 in. 
(152.4 cm)67.7 to 81.9 in.
(172 to 208 cm)1.2 in.
(3 cm)
80 in. 
(203.2 cm)90.9 to 109.4 in.
(231 to 278 cm)1.6 in.
(4 cm)
100 in. 
(254 cm)113.8 to 137 in.
(289 to 384 cm)2 in.
(5 cm)
120 in.
(305 cm) 137 to 164.6 in.
(348 to 418 cm)2.8 in.
(7 cm)
Offset:
The distance from the center of 
the lens to the base of the 
screen (or to the top of the 
screen, if suspended from a 
ceiling) Projection distance
Projection distanceCenter of lens
Center of lens 
						

							14Setting Up the Projector150 in.
(381 cm)171.3 to 205.9 in.
(435 to 523 cm)3.1 in.
(8 cm)
200 in.
(508 cm)229.1 to 275.2 in.
(582 to 699 cm)4.3 in.
(11 cm)
310 in.
(787.4 cm)335.5 to 426.8 in.
(903 to 1084 cm)6.7 in.
(17 cm)
4:3 aspect ratio
Diagonal image size  Projection distance Offset 
30 in.
(76.2 cm)37 to 44.5 in.
(94 to 113 cm)1.6 in.
(4 cm)
40 in.
(101.6 cm)49.6 to 59.8 in.
(126 to 152 cm)2 in.
(5 cm)
60 in.
(152.4 cm)74.8 to 90.2 in.
(190 to 229 cm)3.1 in.
(8 cm)
80 in.
(203.2 cm)100.4 to 120.5 in.
(255 to 306 cm)4.3 in.
(11 cm)
100 in.
(254 cm)125.6 to 150.8 in.
(319 to 383 cm)5.5 in.
(14 cm)
120 in. 
(305 cm)150.8 to 181.5 in.
(383 to 461 cm)6.3 in.
(16 cm)
150 in. 
(381 cm)189 to 227.2 in.
(480 to 577 cm)7.9 in.
(20 cm)
200 in.
(508 cm)252.4 to 303.1 in.
(641 to 770 cm)10.6 in.
(27 cm)
280 in.
(711.2 cm)353.5 to 424.8 in.
(898 to 1079 cm)15 in.
(38 cm)
16:10 aspect ratio
Diagonal image size  Projection distance Offset
35 in. 
(88.9 cm)38.2 to 46.1 in.
(97 to 117 cm)1.6 in.
(4 cm)
40 in. 
(101.6 cm)43.7 to 52.8 in.
(111 to 134 cm)2 in.
(5 cm)
60 in. 
(152.4 cm)66.1 to 79.5 in.
(168 to 202 cm)2.8 in.
(7 cm)
16:9 aspect ratio (continued)
Diagonal image size Projection distance Offset 
						

							Installing the Projector15
Installing the Projector
To install the projector, you first need to determine the location, based on the size of your 
screen (maximum diagonal image size). Use the tables on page 13 as a guide to positioning the 
projector.
To suspend the projector from the ceiling, you will need the optional projector mount. See 
page 10 for ordering information. Follow the instructions included with the mount to install 
the projector.
Warning: When installing or adjusting the ceiling mount, do not use adhesives to prevent the 
screws from loosening and do not use any type of oil or lubricant. These may cause the projector 
casing to crack and the projector may fall, causing serious injury and serious damage to the 
projector.
If you install the projector on the ceiling, you will need to invert the picture so that it appears 
right side up. Follow these steps:
1. Turn on the projector.
2. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control.
3. Open the 
Extended menu, then select Projection.
4. Select 
Front/Ceiling.
5. Press the 
Menu button when done.
80 in. 
(203.2 cm)88.6 to 106.3 in.
(225 to 270 cm)3.9 in.
(10 cm)
100 in. 
(254 cm)110.6 to 133.1 in.
(281 to 338 cm)4.7 in.
(12 cm)
120 in.
(305 cm)133.1 to 160.2 in.
(338 to 407 cm)5.5 in.
(14 cm)
150 in.
(381 cm)166.9 to 200.4 in.
(424 to 509 cm)7.1 in.
(18 cm)
200 in.
(508 cm)222.8 to 267.7 in.
(566 to 680 cm)9.4 in.
(24 cm)
320 in.
(812.8 cm)357.1 to 428.7 in.
(907 to 1089 cm)15.4 in.
(39 cm)
16:10 aspect ratio (continued)
Diagonal image size  Projection distance Offset 
						

							16Setting Up the ProjectorNote: You can also invert the picture by pressing the   A/V mute button for about five seconds.
When the projector is mounted on the ceiling, the left and right speakers are on opposite sides 
and the stereo output is reversed. To fix the stereo output, reverse the left and right audio inputs 
to the projector.
The following illustrations show the dimensions of the projector:
)
 Depth 0.4 in. (1 cm)13.4 in. (33.97 cm)
4.8 in. (12.1 cm)
1.3 in. (3.4 cm)
8.2 in. (20.85 cm) 5 in. (12.7 cm)
11.5 in. (29.2 cm)3.6 in. (9.2 cm) 1.2 in. (3.1 cm)
3.4 in (8.5 cm) 3.9 in. (10 cm)
4.5 in. (11.5 cm)
0.4 in.
(1 cm) 
						

							Installing Batteries in the Remote Control17
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
The remote control uses two AAA batteries.
Warning: Keep batteries away from children. If a battery is swallowed, contact your doctor 
immediately.
1. Release the tab and lift open the cover.
2. Insert two new AAA batteries as shown. 
3. Insert the tab on the cover and press it down until it clicks 
into place.
Aim the remote control at the screen, or at the front or back of 
the projector. Make sure you are within 20 feet (6 m) of the 
projector.
If you suspect the batteries are weak, press the  illumination button. If the playback and 
volume buttons do not glow, replace the batteries.
Turning the Projector On and Off
Turning On the Projector
1. Slide open the lens cover.
2. Turn on any connected equipment you plan to use.
3. Press the Ppower button on the remote control or on 
the projector.
Note: To prevent children from turning on the projector, you 
can use the Child Lock feature. See page 47 for details.
If you’ll be using the projector at an altitude above 4921 feet (1500 meters), turn on High Altitude 
Mode so the fan can properly cool the projector at the high altitude air pressure. See page 50 for 
details.
The projector takes about 30 seconds to warm up and display an image. If you don’t see a picture, 
you may need to change the image source as described on page 37. 
						

							18Setting Up the Projector
Turning Off the Projector
1. Turn off any equipment connected to the projector.
2. Press the Ppower button on the remote control or on the projector. 
Caution: Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. Continuous 
24-hour-a-day use may reduce the overall life of the product.
3. If you need to move the projector, wait for the projector to beep twice and the Ppower 
light to stop flashing. You can now unplug the projector. 
						

							Projecting From an iPod, iPhone, or iPad19
Projecting From an iPod, iPhone, 
or iPad
The projector features a dock that allows you to connect an iPod, iPhone, or iPad and charge 
it while you play back media stored on the device.
Note: The term “iPod” is used in this manual to describe an iPod, iPhone, or iPad unless 
otherwise noted.
Tip: When your iPod is connected to the projector, it charges whenever the projector is on, 
including when the projector is in standby mode.
Connecting an iPod or iPhone
1. Remove any protective case from your device. 
2. Eject the dock by pressing on it until it clicks, then release it. The dock slides out.
3. Connect the device by aligning it with the dock connector and gently pushing it straight 
down as shown.
Caution: To prevent damage, do not apply too much pressure when connecting your device.  
						

							20Projecting From an iPod, iPhone, or iPad
Connecting an iPad
Before you connect an iPad to your projector, you can attach the included iPad bracket.
Caution: Do not remove the iPad bracket once attached. Removing the bracket weakens the 
adhesive, making it unable to support the iPad if reattached.
1. Remove any protective case from your iPad.
2. Use a dry cloth to wipe the surface of the projector where the iPad bracket will be 
attached.
3. Remove tape from the iPad bracket to expose the adhesive.
 
4. Attach the bracket.