Epson Projector Moviemate 85hd User Manual

							Epson MovieMate® 85HD
User’s Guide 
						

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Contents
Welcome 6
Registration and Warranty 6
Optional Accessories 7
About This Manual 7
Epson MovieMate 85HD Parts and Controls 9
Important Safety Instructions 12
Unpacking and Setting Up 17
Unpacking 17
Choosing a Location 18
Setting Up Epson MovieMate 21
Turning the Projector Off 22
Playing Movies 23
Wall and Projection Screen Recommendations 23
Viewing on a Wall 23
Viewing on a Projection Screen 23
Starting a DVD 25
Adjusting the Picture 26
Adjusting the Sound 27
Controlling Playback 28
Pausing 28
Searching (Fast Forward or Reverse)  29
Playing in Slow Motion 29
Skipping 29
Zooming In or Out 29
Using DVD Menus 30 
						

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Temporarily Stopping Audio 30
Adjusting the Color Mode 31
Adjusting the Sound and Audio Modes 31
Listening with Headphones 32
Connecting a Microphone 33
Using Epson MovieMate with Other Equipment 34
Viewing Video from External Devices 34
Connecting a USB Device 37
Playing Projector Audio Through an External Audio System 38
Connecting a Computer or Laptop 39
Connecting to the PC Port 39
Doing More with Epson MovieMate 41
Playing Music and Videos and Viewing Photos 41
Playing Music CDs 41
Playing MP3/WMA Music or Videos 42
Viewing JPEG Photos 43
Using Advanced Playback Controls 44
Repeating a Chapter, Title, Track, or File 44
Changing the Play Sequence (Program Play) 45
Selecting Language, Subtitles, and Camera Angles 46
Using the Playback Information Screen 46
Customizing Epson MovieMate 47
Locking DVDs 47
Locking the Power Button on the Control Panel 48
Saving Power 49
Changing Language Settings 49
Adjusting Picture Quality 50
Using the Others Setup Page 50
Adjusting Dolby Audio Settings 51 
						

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Setting Video and Other Options 51
Viewing Status Information and Resetting the Lamp Timer 53
Caring for Your Epson MovieMate 54
Protecting Epson MovieMate 54
Cleaning the Lens 54
Cleaning the Case 55
Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 55
Replacing the Lamp 57
Resetting the Lamp Timer 59
Storing Epson MovieMate 60
Transporting Epson MovieMate 61
Problem Solving 62
What To Do When the Lights Flash 62
Solving Epson MovieMate Operation Problems 64
Solving Picture and Sound Problems 65
Problems with External Video Equipment 67
Where To Get Help 69
Internet Support 69
Speak to a Support Representative 69
Purchase Supplies and Accessories 69
Index 70
Specifications 74 
						

							6Welcome
Welcome
Your Epson MovieMate® 85HD 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. 
You can connect the Epson MovieMate to a wide range of computers and video sources.
Epson MovieMate offers these outstanding features:
■Flexibility to set up in any room (or even outdoors), from 3 feet to 29.9 feet (0.9 meter to 
9.1 meters) away from a screen or wall
■DVD resolution of 540p
■Widescreen viewing with native WXGA (1280 × 800) resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio
■Up to 2500 lumens of White and Color Light Output (brightness), enough for viewing 
in daylight
■Microphone input
■HDMI interface for connecting high-end video equipment
■DVD player with Dolby® Digital and DTS®
■Built-in speakers with DTS digital surround sound
■Long-life bulb providing up to 5000 hours of use
■Automatic digital keystone correction
■Extra Care Home Service
Registration and Warranty
Your Epson MovieMate comes with a warranty that lets you project with confidence. For 
details, see the warranty brochure included with your projector.
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. See the brochure included with your projector for details.SM 
						

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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.
Optional Accessories
Epson provides these replacement parts and optional accessories for the Epson MovieMate: 
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 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 Setup sheet 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 FAQs 
and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions.
Product Part number
Replacement lamp (ELPLP66) V13H010L66
Replacement air filter (ELPAF26) V13H134A26
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
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. 
						

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Epson MovieMate 85HD Parts and Controls
Back View Front View
Air filter/
Air intake vent Lens 
cover
Handle Disc slot
LensRemote control 
receiver
Eject 
button
Headphone 
jack  Lens cover slide
Adjustable 
foot Adjustable 
foot
Foot 
adjustment 
lever
Foot 
adjustment 
lever
Security 
slot
Disc 
indicator light
Audio 
inputs
Video port
Component 
video ports
Power 
inletRemote control 
receiver
Computer 
portAir exhaust 
vent
Digital coaxial 
audio-out portUSB port 
(Type A)
Speaker
Speaker
HDMI port
Mic input 
portStorage 
feet 
						

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Top View
Focus image
Lamp 
warning lightPlay/Pause
Project from 
external equipmentStop
Control 
volume Turn Epson 
MovieMate 
on or off
Return to 
previous menu
Temperature 
warning light
Power 
status lightAccess Setup menu 
(DVD settings)Access DVD 
menu (chapter 
selection, etc.)
Access Visual 
Setup menu 
(projector settings)
Ambient light 
sensorLamp cover
Select 
menu 
settings
Zoom image
Control panel