Epson Projector Moviemate 55 User Manual
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2 Copyright Notice All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products. Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation. Responsible Use This unit is equipped with Macrovision copy protection. The intellectual property rights to the patent of this copy protection technology are owned by the Macrovision Company of America, and others. When employing this technology, a license is required from the Macrovision Company. The Macrovision Company does not authorize the use of this technology except for a limited range of intended purposes, including home use. Further, remodeling, disassembly, and reverse engineering are prohibited. Reproduction of a disc for the purposes of broadcast, projection in public, public musical performance, or rental (regardless of compensation, remuneration, or lack thereof) without the permission of the copyright owner, is strictly prohibited. This publication and the features described herein are subject to change without notice. Trademarks Epson is a registered trademark and Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson MovieMate and PrivateLine are registered trademarks and Extra Care is a service mark of Epson America, Inc. Pixelworks, DNX, and the DNX logo are trademarks of Pixelworks, Inc. General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks. This information is subject to change without notice. © 2008 Epson America, Inc. 7/08
Contents3 Contents Welcome 6 Registration and Warranty 6 Optional Accessories 7 About This Manual 7 Epson MovieMate 55 Parts and Controls 8 Playing Movies 11 Choosing a Location 11 Wall and Projection Screen Recommendations 13 Viewing on a Wall 13 Viewing on a Projection Screen 13 Adjusting the Picture 15 Adjusting the Sound 17 Controlling Playback 17 Pausing 17 Searching (Fast Forward or Reverse) 18 Playing in Slow Motion 18 Skipping 18 Zooming In or Out 18 Using DVD Menus 19 Temporarily Stopping Audio 19 Adjusting the Color Mode 20 Adjusting the Sound and Audio Modes 20 Listening with Headphones 21
4Contents Using Epson MovieMate with Other Equipment 22 Viewing Video from External Devices 22 Connecting a USB Device 25 Playing Epson MovieMate Audio Through an External Audio System 26 Connecting a Computer or Laptop 27 Doing More with Epson MovieMate 29 Playing Music and DivX Videos and Viewing Photos 29 Playing Music CDs 29 Playing MP3/WMA Music or DivX Videos 30 Viewing JPEG Photos 31 Using Advanced Playback Controls 32 Repeating a Chapter, Title, Track, or File 32 Changing the Play Sequence (Program Play) 32 Selecting Language, Subtitles, and Camera Angles 33 Using the Playback Information Screen 34 Playing Video CDs with Playback Control (PBC) 34 Customizing Epson MovieMate 36 Locking DVDs 36 Locking the Power Button on the Control Panel 37 Saving Power 37 Changing Language Settings 38 Adjusting Picture Quality 38 Using the Others Setup Page 39 Adjusting Dolby Audio Settings 40 Setting Video Options 40 Viewing Status Information and Resetting the Lamp Timer 41
Contents5 Caring for Your Epson MovieMate 42 Protecting Epson MovieMate 42 Cleaning the Lens 42 Cleaning the Case 43 Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 43 Replacing the Lamp 45 Resetting the Lamp Timer 47 Storing Epson MovieMate 48 Transporting Epson MovieMate 48 Problem Solving 50 What To Do When the Lights Flash 50 Solving Epson MovieMate Operation Problems 52 Solving Picture and Sound Problems 53 Problems with External Video Equipment 55 Where To Get Help 56 Internet Support 56 Speak to a Support Representative 56 Purchase Supplies and Accessories 56 Specifications 57 Index 62
6Welcome Welcome Your Epson MovieMate® 55 is a portable, lightweight home cinema system that delivers high-quality, big-screen entertainment anywhere you want. In just a few minutes, you can set up Epson MovieMate and watch a DVD, play a video game, or view your favorite photos. Epson MovieMate offers these outstanding features: ■Flexibility to set up in any room (or even outdoors), from 2.8 feet to 49.4 feet (0.85 meters to 15.06 meters) away from a screen or wall ■DVD resolution of 480p ■Widescreen viewing with 16:9 aspect ratio ■Up to 1200 lumens of White and Color Light Output (brightness), enough for viewing in daylight ■DVD player with Dolby® Digital and DTS® ■Built-in speakers with DTS digital surround sound ■Long-life bulb providing up to 3000 hours of use ■Two-year home service warranty Registration and Warranty Your Epson MovieMate comes with a basic two-year carry-in warranty. For details, see your Quick Guide. In addition, Epson ® offers free Extra Care Home Service during your warranty period. 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 or Canada, usually via overnight delivery. See your Extra Care Home Service brochure for details. We encourage you to register your Epson MovieMate. You can register using the CD that came in the box. Or you can register online at http://www.epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and service.SM
Welcome7 Optional Accessories Epson provides these replacement parts and optional accessories for the Epson MovieMate: You can purchase accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). About This Manual See the Quick Guide to set up your Epson MovieMate and start using it. This book contains information on using all the features of Epson MovieMate, troubleshooting tips, and specifications. Please follow these guidelines as you read through the manual: Warnings: Must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Cautions: Must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes: Contain important information about your equipment. Tips: Contain helpful projection tips. Need additional help? Visit Epson’s U.S. support website or Canadian support website for solutions to common problems. You can download utilities and documentation, get FAQ’s and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions. 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 Epson MovieMate. Product Part number Replacement lamp (ELPLP44) V13H010L44 Replacement air filter (ELPAF14) V13H134A14 Kensington ® security lock ELPSL01 Portable floor-standing and wall-mountable screensFor details on these and other optional accessories, see: www.epson.com/homeentertainment Ceiling-mountable screens
8Welcome Epson MovieMate 55 Parts and Controls Air intake vent Lens cover Audio inputs Video portComponent video ports Power inletHandle Disc slot Remote control receiverSpeaker Computer portSpeaker Air exhaust vent Lens Back View Front View Remote control receiver Eject button Headphone jack Lens cover slide Adjustable foot Adjustable foot Digital coaxial audio-out port USB port Security slot
Welcome9 T wReturn Volume Source PowerEnter T w Return Volume Source Power Enter Focus image Lamp warning light Play/Pause Project from external equipmentStop Control volume Turn Epson MovieMate on or off Top View Return to previous menu Temperature warning light Increase image sizeReduce image size Fix image shape (if Epson MovieMate is tilted)Fix image shape (if Epson MovieMate is tilted)Power status light
10Welcome Remote Control Function/numerics toggle switchEject DVD Control volume Access DVD features Control playback Fix image shape (if Epson MovieMate is tilted) Note: The remote control buttons can glow in the dark. Expose the remote control to light for several minutes before using it in the dark. Turn Epson MovieMate on or off Project from external equipment Adjust picture for different lightingPause movie and turn on light