Epson MovieMate 33s User Manual

Epson MovieMate™ 30s Series

User’s Guide

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Contents

Welcome! 7

Registration and Warranty 7

Optional Accessories 8

About This Manual 8

MovieMate 30s Parts and Controls 9

Playing Movies 11

Choosing a Location 11

Setting Up MovieMate 13

Starting a DVD Movie 14

Adjusting the Picture 15

Adjusting the Sound 16

Turning Off MovieMate 16

Controlling Playback 18

Pausing 18

Searching (Fast Forward or Reverse) 19

Playing in Slow Motion 19

Skipping 19

Replaying a Scene 19

Using DVD Menus 20

Temporarily Stopping Audio or Video 20

Adjusting the Color Mode 20

Listening with Headphones 21

Contents 3

Using MovieMate With Other Equipment 23

Viewing Video from External Devices 23

Using the Optional Subwoofer 26

Playing Audio From a Digital Audio Device 27

Playing MovieMate Audio Through an External Audio System 28

Connecting a Computer or Laptop 29

Wall and Projection Screen Recommendations 30

Viewing on a Wall 30

Viewing on a Projection Screen 30

Doing More with MovieMate 33

Playing Music and Displaying Photos 33

Playing Music CDs 33

Playing MP3/WMA Music and JPEG Photo Files on Disc 34

Using Advanced Playback Controls 35

Repeating a Chapter, Title, or Track 35

Repeating a Scene 35

Changing the Play Sequence (Program Play) 36

Playing at Random 36

Selecting Language, Subtitles, and Camera Angles 37

Searching for a Specific Time 37

Playing Video CDs with Playback Control (PBC) 38

Customizing MovieMate 39

Setting Parental Controls 39

Locking the Power Button on the Control Panel 40

Locking the Tray 40

Saving Power 40

Changing Language Settings 41

Adjusting the Resume and On-Screen Guide Settings 41

Adjusting General Audio Settings 42

Adjusting DVD Movie Sound Levels 42

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Adjusting Detailed Audio Settings 42

Adjusting Picture Settings 43

Adjusting Picture Quality 44

Viewing and Adjusting Video Information 45

Disabling Progressive Mode 45

Changing the Display Window Brightness 46

Caring for MovieMate 47

Protecting MovieMate 47

Cleaning the Lens 47

Cleaning MovieMate’s Case 48

Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter 48

Replacing the Lamp 49

Resetting the Lamp Timer 52

Storing MovieMate 52

Transporting MovieMate 53

Problem Solving 55

What To Do When the Lights Flash 55

Solving MovieMate Operation Problems 57

Solving Picture and Sound Problems 58

Problems with External Video Equipment 61

Where To Get Help 62

Internet Support 62

Speak to a Support Representative 62

Purchase Supplies and Accessories 62

Contents 5

Specifications and Notices 63

MovieMate Specifications 63

Important Safety Information 68

FCC Compliance Statement 70

Declaration of Conformity 71

Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 71

Index 73

6 Contents

Welcome!

Your Epson MovieMate™ 30s Series is a portable, lightweight home cinema system that
delivers high-quality, big-screen entertainment anywhere you want. In less than two minutes,
you can set up MovieMate and watch a DVD, play a video game, or view your favorite
photos.

MovieMate offers these outstanding features:

■ Flexibility to set up in any room (or even outdoors), from 2.4 feet to 37 feet away from a

screen or wall

■ DVD resolution of 480p

■ Widescreen viewing with 16:9 aspect ratio

■ Up to 1200 ANSI lumens of brightness, enough for viewing in daylight

■ 1000:1 contrast ratio, for deep, vibrant images

■ JVC

■ Built-in JVC speakers with stereo sound

■ Long-life bulb providing up to 3000 hours of use

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DVD player with Dolby® Digital and DTS

■ Two-year home service warranty

Registration and Warranty

The Epson MovieMate 30s comes with a basic two-year carry-in warranty. For details, see
page 71.

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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 projector. To register, simply fill out the registration card
that came with your projector and mail it to Epson. Or you can register online at
http://www.epson.com/webreg. Registering also lets you receive special updates on new
accessories, products, and service.

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Welcome! 7

Optional Accessories

Epson provides these replacement parts and optional accessories for the MovieMate 30s:

Product Part number

Replacement lamp (ELPLP33) V13H010L33

Replacement air filter (ELPAF09) V13H134A09

Rolling carrying bag (ELPKS56) V12H001K56

Kensington

Powered matching subwoofer (40 W) For details on these optional accessories, see

Portable 80” 16:9 floor standing and
wall-mountable screens

Ceiling-mountable 16:9 screens

Wireless 5.1 Surround Sound System
adapter

You may be able to purchase these accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. To contact
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).

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security lock ELPSL01

www.epson.com/homeentertainment

About This Manual

See the Quick Setup sheet to set up your MovieMate. This book contains information on
using MovieMate, troubleshooting tips, specifications, and warranty information.

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? Take advantage of Epson’s automated support services 24 hours a day
at http://support.epson.com. Use this site to view FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) or
product information and e-mail your questions to Epson support.

If you need more help, you can use the Epson PrivateLine
[phone] and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine support card that came with
MovieMate.

8 Welcome!

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Support service. Call

MovieMate 30s Parts and Controls

Front View

Lens

S-Video port

Remote control
receiver

Push to open

Computer/VGA port

Pull to open

Intake
vents

Back View

Speaker

Audio
inputs

Video
port

Optional
subwoofer
output port

Lens cover

Optical audio-out
port with
protective plug

Main power
switch

Power
inlet

Lamp cover latch

Exhaust
vents

Display
window

Headphone jack

Disc tray

Open/close
button

Remote control
receiver

Speaker

Welcome! 9

Top View

Focus ring

Zoom ring

Horizontal image
adjustment dial

Vertical image
adjustment dial

Status lights

Lamp cover

Skip buttons

Remote Control

Power
button

Function/numerics
toggle switch

Power
button

DVD Tray
Open/Close button

Source
button

Play/Pause
button

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.

Playback buttons

Audio buttons

DVD video buttons

MovieMate adjustment buttons

Stop
button

Volume
buttons

Break
button

Power cord (10 feet long)

VGA-to-component
video cable adapter

2 batteries for remote control

Image
On/Off
button

10 Welcome!

Playing Movies

Follow the instructions in this section to choose a location, play a DVD movie, and control
playback.

Choosing a Location

You can use your MovieMate just about anywhere—in the living room, bedroom, or even
outside. You can use it with the optional subwoofer and an optional floor-, wall-, or
ceiling-mounted screen, or simply project on a flat white wall and use the built-in audio
system.

The following pictures show four different setups:

Front Side

FloorBack

To project onto a wall, choose a flat white wall with a smooth surface. When you find a
suitable wall for projection, you may want to consider coating the area with projection paint
to enhance the image quality. For details, see “Wall and Projection Screen
Recommendations” on page 30.

Playing Movies 11

MovieMate doesn’t have to be directly in front of the screen
or wall, but it has to face straight ahead (at a 90-degree angle
to the surface). If the image is too low, too high, or off to
the side, you can use the quick image adjustment dials to
adjust the position (see page 15).

The further you place MovieMate from the screen or wall,
the larger the image will be.

The following table lists the distances required for various
image sizes (measured diagonally). Note that the zoom
adjustment also affects image size.

Wide screen aspect ratio (16:9)

Image size Projection distance

30 in. (26 × 15 in.) 2.4 to 3.7 ft.

40 in. (35 × 20 in.) 3.2 to 4.9 ft.

60 in. (51 × 28 in.) 4.9 to 7.4 ft.

80 in. (71 × 39 in.) 6.6 to 9.9 ft.

100 in. (87 × 47 in.) 8.2 to 12.4 ft.

150 in. (130 × 75 in.) 12.4 to 18.6 ft.

300 in. (261 × 147 in.) 24.8 to 37.3 ft.

Standard aspect ratio (4:3)

Image size Projection distance

30 in. (24 × 18 in.) 2.9 to 4.5 ft.

40 in. (32 × 24 in.) 4 to 6 ft.

60 in. (47 × 35 in.) 6 to 9 ft.

80 in. (63 × 47 in.) 8 to 12.1 ft.

100 in. (79 × 59 in.) 10.1 to 15.2 ft.

150 in. (118 × 91 in.) 15.1 to 22.8 ft.

300 in. (240 × 180 in.) 30.4 to 45.7 ft.

12 Playing Movies

When setting up MovieMate, keep these considerations in mind:

■ Make sure you don’t block the air vents on the sides.

■ Make sure you place MovieMate within 10 feet of an electrical outlet, power strip, or

extension cord.

■ Do not tilt MovieMate more than 5 degrees up or down.

Setting Up MovieMate

1. If you have an optional screen, set it up following the instructions included in the screen

box. Make sure you read all the instructions to avoid damaging the screen.

2. Put the batteries in the remote control.

3. The remote control buttons can glow in the dark. Expose the remote control to light for

several minutes before using it in the dark.

4. Plug in MovieMate, then turn it on using the power switch. The

Image Off lights turn on orange.

These lights turn on orange

Power and

Playing Movies 13

Starting a DVD Movie

1. Press the button to open the DVD tray.

2. Insert your DVD and close the tray. If the movie doesn’t start automatically, you may

have to press the

3. Adjust the volume if necessary.

Power button or the Image On/Off button.

14 Playing Movies

Adjusting the Picture

Once you see your picture, you may need to make certain adjustments.

1. If the image is too low, too high, or off to the side, use

the quick image adjustment dials to adjust its position.

Note: The image adjustment feature cannot move the
image both horizontally and vertically by the full amount.
For example, if you have moved the image all the way up,
then you cannot shift it all the way to the right or left at the
same time.

2. Rotate the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the picture.

Up/down Left/right

Zoom ring

Quick image adjustment dials

3. Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the picture.

Focus ring

4. To enlarge or reduce the aspect ratio of the picture, press the button on the remote

control to select
(Make sure the toggle switch on the remote control is set to the

Normal, Wide, or Zoom (if available for the video source you’re using).

Func.- position.)

Playing Movies 15

Adjusting the Sound

To adjust the volume, use the + or – Volume buttons on MovieMate’s control panel or on
the remote control.

Turning Off MovieMate

1. To stop playing a DVD or CD, press on the remote control or on MovieMate’s

control panel.

2. Press the button to open the tray.

3. Remove the disc and press again to close the tray.

4. Press

16 Playing Movies

Power. The lamp turns off. When it cools down, MovieMate beeps twice.

5. Turn off the main power switch.

Note: Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.

6. Unplug MovieMate.

7. Before you put MovieMate away, attach the lens cover to protect the lens from dirt or

damage.

Playing Movies 17

Controlling Playback

You can use the buttons on the remote control or the MovieMate control panel to pause,
fast-forward, or replay sections of your video or audio. You can also select items on a DVD
menu by using the remote control.

Note: DVD movies are divided into units called titles. Each title may contain any number of
chapters. Music CDs and video CDs are divided into tracks.

Pausing

There are three ways to pause a movie or audio track with MovieMate:

■ To pause a movie, or a music CD or MP3 player track, press

on the remote control or on the control panel.

To resume, press on the remote control, or on the control
panel.

■ To pause a movie and darken the image on the screen or wall, press

on the remote control or control panel.

To resume, press on the remote control, or on the control
panel.

■ To pause a movie and light up the screen or wall temporarily (so you can see better in a

dim or dark room), press on the remote control or control panel.

To resume, press again. Pressing any of the following buttons also cancels break
mode: , , , , .

Note: After 5 minutes in break mode, the lamp turns off and the screen darkens. After 30 minutes,
the power shuts off, and you need to press the Power button to turn it on again.

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Searching (Fast Forward or Reverse)

■ To move forward or backward through a video or music CD, press

or on the remote control.

You can also press and hold or on the control panel.

Each time you press the button, the search (or “shuttle”) speed
increases.

■ To return to normal play, press .

Playing in Slow Motion

You can play a video frame by frame or in slow motion (“jog control”).

1. Press on the remote control.

2. Press repeatedly to advance the video frame by frame.

3. Press or to move forward or backward in slow motion. Each time you press the

button, the speed increases.

4. Press to return to normal play.

Skipping

■ To skip to the next chapter or track, press on the remote control.

■ To return to the start of the current chapter or track, press on the remote control.

Replaying a Scene

To replay the previous 10 seconds within the same DVD title, press (not available on
all DVDs). (Make sure the toggle switch on the remote control is set to the

Func.- position.)

Playing Movies 19

Using DVD Menus

Many DVDs display a top menu at startup and include submenus that let you select chapters.

■ To display a menu, press or .

■ To select items in a menu, press , , , or . Then press

if necessary.

You can also select a title or chapter by number.

■ If you want to use the numeric buttons, you need to set the toggle

switch on the remote control to the

■ After you set the toggle switch, you can simply press the numeric

button for the numbers 1 through 9.

■ To enter the number 10, press , then press .

■ To enter the number 15, press , then press .

■ To enter the number 20, press , then again, then .

■ To enter the number 25, press , then again, then .

■ After entering your number, you may need to press the button.

-123 position.

Temporarily Stopping Audio or Video

■ To temporarily stop the soundtrack (from the built-in speakers, headphones, and

optional subwoofer), press . The video continues to play.

Press again to resume.

■ To temporarily stop the video (turn off the lamp and darken the screen), press . The

soundtrack continues to play.

Press again to resume.

Adjusting the Color Mode

You can select a color mode to optimize picture quality based on the lighting conditions in
the room.

1. Press . The currently selected color mode is displayed on the screen.

2. Press repeatedly until the desired color mode appears. After a few seconds, the color

mode name disappears and the picture quality changes.

20 Playing Movies

You can select from the following color modes:

■ Dynamic: Use in rooms with some light.

■ Living Room: Use in rooms with the blinds or drapes closed.

■ Theatre: Use in rooms with the blinds or drapes closed and the lights off; the Epson

cinema filter automatically provides more natural skin tones.

■ Theatre Black: Use in completely darkened rooms; the Epson cinema filter

automatically provides more natural skin tones.

Listening with Headphones

Connect headphones as shown below:

After you connect headphones, you no longer hear any sound from the built-in speakers or
the optional subwoofer. However, you can still adjust the volume to the headphones using
MovieMate’s volume controls on the control panel or remote control.

Warning: Make sure the volume is not set too high, especially when you first plug in the
headphones. Listening to high volume sounds over an extended period can damage your hearing.
Sudden high volume can also damage your headphones.

Playing Movies 21

22 Playing Movies

Using MovieMate With Other Equipment

You can connect a variety of video, audio, and computer equipment to MovieMate to further
enhance your viewing and listening experience.

■ Video equipment such as a VCR, DVR, cable or satellite TV receiver, game console,

video camera, digital camera, video or photo iPod, or other device that has a video output
port

■ Optional subwoofer for rich, powerful bass tones

■ Audio input equipment such as an iPod or other MP3 player to play music through

MovieMate

■ Audio output equipment such as an AV amplifier, 5.1 Stereo Surround Sound System, or

other audio equipment to play audio from MovieMate

■ Computer or laptop to project anything you can see or hear on your computer through

MovieMate.

You can also enhance your viewing experience by following the recommendations for wall
and screen viewing on page 30.

Viewing Video from External Devices

You can connect to external video devices that have composite video, S-Video, or component
video ports. To play audio from these sources, you also need to connect standard white and
red audio jacks to MovieMate’s

Note: If your device has both composite and S-Video ports, use S-Video for higher quality.

When you view video from an external source, you can use most of MovieMate’s controls,
including adjusting color mode, volume, DVD level, and sound mode.

You will need connection cables, which may be included with your external equipment, or
may be purchased from an electronics store.

Caution: Before connecting, make sure all equipment is turned off.

L and R Audio inputs.

Using MovieMate With Other Equipment 23

1. Connect the external equipment as shown, using either the yellow composite video port,

the S-Video port, or a component video cable and the adapter cable that came with
MovieMate.

Composite Video Connection

Video or
Photo iPod

Game
console

S-Video Connection

Camcorder

Cable or satellite TV
receiver or DVR

Camcorder

Digital
camera

VCR or DVD
player

Output

L

Audio

R
S-Video

Output

L

Audio

R

Video

VCR or DVD
player

White

Red

Yellow

Main power switch

White

Red

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Main power switch

Component Video Connection

Cable or satellite TV
receiver or DVR

L

Audio

R

White

Red

RCA stereo
audio cable

Main power switch

Component video cable

Component
video cable
adapter
(included
with
MovieMate
30s)

Green

Red

Blue

Output

Game
console

2. Connect the power cords and plug in all the equipment.

3. Turn on MovieMate’s main power switch.

4. Press the

5. Press the button on MovieMate or on the remote control to select

Power button on MovieMate or on the remote control.

Video.

6. Turn on the power to the connected video equipment, then start playing the video.

7. To enlarge or reduce the aspect ratio of the picture, press the button on the remote

control to select
(Make sure the toggle switch on the remote control is set to the

Note: After you disconnect your external equipment, make sure you close MovieMate’s port
compartment covers.

Normal, Wide, or Zoom (if available for the video source you’re using).

Func.- position.)

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Using the Optional Subwoofer

You can connect the optional 40 W subwoofer to provide rich, deep bass sound for your
movies, games, and other presentations with audio.

1. Connect the RCA audio cable that came with the optional subwoofer as shown below.

See the instructions included with the subwoofer for more information.

RCA audio cable (included with
the optional subwoofer)

Main power switch

2. Plug in the subwoofer.

3. Turn on the power switches on the subwoofer and on MovieMate.

4. Turn the speaker side of the subwoofer toward your listeners for the best sound.

5. Play your movie, game, or other presentation.

6. To adjust the volume and bass tones from the subwoofer, turn it’s volume control and

crossover knobs. See the instructions included with the subwoofer for more information.
You can also adjust the volume using MovieMate’s control panel or remote control, and
use any of MovieMate’s other audio controls, as described on pages 42 through 43.

26 Using MovieMate With Other Equipment

Playing Audio From a Digital Audio Device

You can use MovieMate to provide speakers for a digital audio device, such as an iPod, MP3
player, portable CD player, or other device.

1. Make sure your audio equipment is turned off.

2. Connect an RCA stereo audio cable to your audio device and to MovieMate as shown

below.

MP3 player

Portable CD
player

White

Red

iPod

RCA stereo
audio cable

Main power switch

3. Turn on the power switches on MovieMate and your audio equipment, and play your

music using the device controls.

4. You can adjust the volume input level by pressing and holding the button for

approximately 2 seconds.
hold the button again to select

LEVEL 1 appears on MovieMate’s display window. Press and

LEVEL 2 and increase the volume. You can also use any of

MovieMate’s other audio controls, as described on pages 42 through 43.

Using MovieMate With Other Equipment 27

Playing MovieMate Audio Through an External Audio System

You can connect MovieMate to an audio receiver, 5.1 Stereo Surround Sound System, or
digital audio recorder. To output sound from MovieMate, the external equipment needs to
have an optical audio input port.

Note: For additional convenience, Epson has developed an optional Wireless 5.1 Surround Sound
System adapter for the MovieMate 30s Series. To find out more about this accessory, go to
www.epson.com/homeentertainment.

You will also need an optical digital cable, which may be provided with your external
equipment, or may be purchased from an electronics store.

1. Remove the protective cap from the

Optical Audio-Out port and keep it in a safe place.

2. Make sure the equipment is turned off, then connect the cable as shown:

Wireless 5.1 Surround
Sound System adapter
(audio transmitter
portion)

Digital audio recorder

Optical digital cable

Audio receiver

3. Turn on your audio equipment and play your movie, music, or other presentation with

sound from MovieMate.

4. You can adjust the volume input level by pressing and holding the button for

approximately 2 seconds.
hold the button again to select

LEVEL 1 appears on MovieMate’s display window. Press and

LEVEL 2 and increase the volume.

You may also need to change the
Audio Setup menu. Make sure you use the
systems. You can also use any of MovieMate’s other audio controls, as described on
pages 42 through 43.

Note: After you disconnect your external audio equipment, make sure you replace the cap on the
Optical Audio Out port and close MovieMate’s port compartment cover.

28 Using MovieMate With Other Equipment

Digital Audio Output or Downmix settings in the

Stream/PCM setting for surround sound

Connecting a Computer or Laptop

You can connect MovieMate to a computer or laptop to play videos or games, display
presentations or photos, or project anything you can see and hear on your computer.

Caution: Before connecting, make sure all equipment is turned off.

1. Connect the computer or laptop as shown.

White

Red

RCA stereo
audio cable

D-sub 15-pin computer cable

Main power switch

2. Connect the power cords and plug in all the equipment.

3. Turn on MovieMate’s main power switch.

4. Press the

5. Press the button on MovieMate or on the remote control to select

Power button on MovieMate or on the remote control.

Computer.

6. Turn on the power to the connected computer or laptop.

7. Switch the display on the computer or laptop to display on MovieMate, or on both

MovieMate and the computer screen. Usually you do this by pressing function keys to
toggle through display choices; see your computer documentation for instructions.

Note: If your laptop cannot play movies on both the laptop display and its video out port, you
may need to disable the laptop display to view movies on MovieMate. See your laptop
documentation for instructions.

Using MovieMate With Other Equipment 29

8. If the image flickers, you may need to synchronize the signal,

especially if you have connected different computers to
MovieMate in the past. Press the auto setup button on the
remote control to correct this problem.

9. To enlarge or reduce the aspect ratio of the picture, press the

button on the remote control to select

Zoom (if available for the video source you’re using).

Note: After you disconnect your external equipment, make sure you close MovieMate’s port
compartment covers.

Normal, Wide, or

Wall and Projection Screen Recommendations

To optimize viewing of MovieMate images on a wall in your home or on an optional
projection screen, follow the recommendations in this section.

Viewing on a Wall

You can easily view MovieMate’s high quality images on any flat white wall in your home.
There is no cost or setup involved, and you can project and resize the image up to any size
that fits on your wall. To enhance the image quality even further, you may want to paint the
wall with projection paint that is specially designed for optimum reflectivity and contrast in
your viewing environment.

Viewing on a Projection Screen

If you don’t have a suitable wall in your home or want a professional quality viewing
experience, you can use a projection screen. These screens have optical coatings with special
reflective properties that enhance brightness, contrast, and sharpness as well as providing a
frame around the image.

Projection screens are available in many shapes, sizes, mounting styles, colors, and surface
qualities, as described below.

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Considering Screen Shape and Size

In a home theater setting—for watching DVD movies, HDTV broadcasts, or other
widescreen content—the best screen shape ratio is 16:9, where the width is almost twice the
height. Most DVD movies and HDTV broadcasts will fill the screen vertically and
horizontally for maximum impact. The most popular sizes are from 45 to 100 inches
diagonal.

Standard screens have a 4:3 shape ratio, which is better suited for viewing computer
presentations and standard TV broadcasts. Watching DVD movies or HDTV broadcasts on a
4:3 ratio screen limits the image width and leaves black bars above and below the image.
Available screen sizes vary, but are usually up to 60 inches diagonal (the same height as an
80-inch diagonal 16:9 screen).

Screens are also available for wider image formats, such as CinemaScope

™

(approximately

2.35:1), but are not as common.

Considering Screen Mounting Style

Most screens are either floor standing, wall mounted, or ceiling mounted. Consider these
characteristics as you choose which type would be best for your viewing environment:

Screen mounting style Characteristics

Floor standing screens Portable

Can be used in multiple locations

Can be stored out of the way

Some may also be wall mountable

Wall mounted screens Typically permanently installed

Can be partially hidden out of the way

Some may be disguised as artwork

Ceiling mounted screens Typically permanently installed

Can be partially hidden out of the way

Some may be recessed into the ceiling and hidden completely

Can be manually or electronically dropped and raised

Outdoor screens Resistant to outdoor environmental factors

Can be used on patios, and around pools and landscaping

Usually made of inflatable plastic or vinyl

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Considering Color and Surface Quality

For home theater settings, screens come in white or a shade of gray. Gray screens (sometimes
called high contrast screens) increase the natural contrast of images projected in rooms with
ambient light by absorbing the room light and preserving the darker blacks. If you have a
dedicated home theater room with dark walls, ceiling, floor, and furniture, a gray screen may
not provide better contrast than a white screen. However, if you usually project images in a
typical living room or family room with some reflected light, a gray screen will provide better
contrast and a truer viewing experience.

Screen surface quality can also affect the reflectivity of light in your projected image. Screen
reflective properties are measured as “gain” rates, with 1.0 gain as the reflectivity of a white
board. Highly reflective screen surfaces (above 1.0 gain) create a brighter image, but the
brightness may not be uniform enough for a dedicated home theater environment and the
colors may appear to shift from different viewing angles. In a home theater room with
darkened surroundings and controlled lighting, a screen surface with less than 1.0 gain is best.
For rooms where you cannot control the light or will always have ambient light, you may
want to select a screen surface with more than 1.0 gain to compensate for the additional
brightness.

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Doing More with MovieMate

Follow the instructions in this section to play music and photos on MovieMate, use advanced
playback controls, and adjust various MovieMate features.

Playing Music and Displaying Photos

You can play music CDs and CDs with MP3 or WMA files. You can also view JPEG photos
on CDs.

Playing Music CDs

■ To play a music CD, insert it in the tray, then press on

MovieMate’s control panel or on the remote control.

You can use most of the video playback features, including pause,
resume, fast forward, reverse, and skip to the next or previous track.

■ You can also select a specific track by using the numeric buttons, as

described on page 20. To use the numeric buttons, you need to set
the toggle switch on the remote control to the

■ To turn off the lamp when playing music, press . Press to

turn the lamp back on again.

Note: When you play music CDs, the lamp usually turns off automatically.

-123 position.

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Playing MP3/WMA Music and JPEG Photo Files on Disc

You can play MP3 or WMA music files and JPEG photo files on CDs or DVDs. See page 63
for information on the types of discs that are supported.

When you insert a disc that contains MP3, WMA, and/or JPEG files, an on-screen menu like
this is displayed:

1. Press to select the group.

2. Press to move the pointer to the track (file name) list.

Press to return the pointer to the group name list.

3. Press to select the track.

4. Press or to begin playing the selected track or file.

When a file is finished playing, the next file in the sequence will
start automatically.

For JPEG files, press to begin playing a slideshow of all the
photos, or press to display individual photos.

■ To turn off the lamp when playing music files, press .

To turn the lamp back on, press again.

■ You can select program or random play following the instructions on page 36.

■ When you play MP3 or WMA files, scrolling through the list of songs will pause the

music until you highlight the next file.

Note: If your disc includes both music and photo files, use the Picture Setup menu to specify the
type of files you want to play. See page 44 for instructions.

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Using Advanced Playback Controls

MovieMate 30s provides advanced features for looping videos or music tracks and selecting
titles, chapters, or tracks. On DVDs that include subtitles, multiple languages, or multiple
camera angles, you can use remote control for easy access to these features.

Repeating a Chapter, Title, or Track

You can select a chapter or title on a DVD to repeat continuously (or loop). You can also loop
a track on a music CD.

1. To repeat a chapter, title, or track, press . You see an icon on the screen: .

2. Press again to cycle through the options for repeating.

On a video DVD, you can repeat a chapter or title.

On a music CD, you can repeat one track, a group of tracks, or all tracks.

3. To cancel repeat play, press until is displayed on the screen.

Repeating a Scene

You can use the on-screen menu to set the start and end point for continuously repeating a
particular scene in a video (A-B repeat).

1. Press twice. The on-screen menu is displayed:

2. Press until is highlighted, then press .

3. Press and select .

Note: You can also select other repeat modes from this menu. See the previous section for
more information.

4. When you reach the point in the scene or track where you want to start, press .

5. When you reach the point in the scene or track where you want to stop, press again.

6. Press to cancel the on-screen menu. The scene begins playing from the location you

specified.

To cancel the repeating scene, press . This also stops the video.

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Changing the Play Sequence (Program Play)

You can create your own program for playing tracks on a music CD or chapters and titles on
a DVD.

1. When the CD or DVD is stopped, press until you see

in the display window.

2. Set the toggle switch on the remote control to the

3. Use the numeric buttons to set the program order (up to 99

chapters, titles, or tracks).

4. Press to begin playing your programmed sequence.

5. Set the toggle switch on the remote control back to the

position.

■ To cancel individual items on the program screen, press .

■ To cancel the program, press .

■ To resume normal playback, press repeatedly until the display window returns to

normal. The program remains in memory, and you can play it again by pressing
again and selecting

PRGM.

-123 position.

PRGM

Func.-

Playing at Random

You can select random play for tracks on a music CD or chapters and titles on a DVD.

1. When the CD or DVD is stopped, press repeatedly until you see

display window.

RANDOM in the

2. Press to begin playing tracks at random.

To resume normal playback, press repeatedly until the display window returns to
normal.

Random play is also canceled when you open the tray or switch off the power.

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Selecting Language, Subtitles, and Camera Angles

Some DVDs allow you to display subtitles or select from several languages or camera angles. If
these features are available, you can use the buttons on the remote control to select them.

1. Press the appropriate button on the remote control:

■ To change the language of the video, press .

■ To display subtitles, press . You may have a choice of

subtitle languages.

■ To change camera angles, press .

2. Press the button repeatedly to display the options available.

3. Press to select the setting you want. Wait a few seconds or

press .

Note: You can also use the Language Setup menu, as described on page 41. For a list of language
codes, see page 67.

Searching for a Specific Time

You can search for a specific time to begin playing a video (from the start of the title), or from
the beginning of a music CD. After you start playing a music CD, you can search from the
start of the current track.

Note: This feature may not be available on all DVDs or CDs.

1. Press twice. The on-screen menu is displayed:

2. Press until is highlighted, then press .

3. Set the toggle switch on the remote control to the

-123 position.

4. Enter the time using the numeric buttons.

■ For DVD videos, enter the time in hours, minutes, and seconds. For example, to play

a video from 0 hours, 23 minutes, and 45 seconds, press the numeric buttons in this
order: , , , , . If you make a mistake, press to delete it, then
enter the correct number.

■ For music CDs, enter the time in minutes and seconds.

5. Press .

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6. Set the toggle switch on the remote control back to the Func.- position.

To cancel the on-screen menu, press . The video or CD begins playing from the location
you specified.

Playing Video CDs with Playback Control (PBC)

When you insert a video CD with playback control (PBC), you see a menu like the following:

■ To select the item you want to play, set the toggle switch on the remote control to the

-123 position, then use the numeric buttons as described on page 37.

■ To display the next or previous menu page, press or when the menu is

displayed.

■ To open the menu during playback, press repeatedly until the menu is displayed.

■ To play without using the menu (play without PBC):

When the video is stopped, specify the track number that you want to see using the
numeric buttons.

When the video is stopped, select the track number using or then press .

■ To open the menu screen when playing back without PBC, press or . Press

twice to stop playback, then press .

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Customizing MovieMate

You can limit children’s access, improve the sound, adjust the picture,
and customize other features of MovieMate. Many of these settings are
available through the Setup menus, which you can access by pressing the

Setup button on the remote control (when a DVD is not playing).

Setting Parental Controls

You can set parental controls to prevent children from viewing
inappropriate video material.

1. When a DVD is not playing, press the button on the remote

control. You see the

LANGUAGE Setup menu:

2. Press to highlight and display the

3. Press to highlight

Parental Lock, then press to select it.

OTHERS Setup menu.

4. Press to highlight one of the settings, then press to view your options.

5. Press to select the option you want, then press to save it.

To return to the previous menu level, press .

You can select from the following options for Parental Lock:

■ COUNTRY CODE: Select US.

■ SET LEVEL: The smaller the number, the greater the restriction. If you want to disable

Parental Lock, select

■ PASSWORD: Set the toggle switch on the remote control to the -123 position, then

NONE.

enter a 4-digit number using the numeric buttons. Press to save the password.

Once a password is set, you will need to enter it before you can change the Parental Lock
settings. If the wrong password is entered three times, the menu closes. If you forget your
password, enter

8888.

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Locking the Power Button on the Control Panel

You can lock the Power button on the control panel to prevent young children from
accidentally turning on MovieMate and looking into the lens. (You can still turn on
MovieMate using the remote control, so you may want to place it out of children’s reach.)

Warning: Do not allow young children to look into the projector lens when MovieMate is turned on.
The lens projects bright light that may affect their vision.

■ To lock the Power button, press and hold the button, then press and hold the

button on the control panel.

CHILD LOCK appears briefly in the display window

above the tray. Then turn off MovieMate.

■ To turn MovieMate on, press and hold the Power button on the control panel for

five seconds or use the remote control.

■ To unlock the Power button on the control panel, press and hold and

again.

UNLOCKED appears briefly in the display window.

Locking the Tray

You can lock the tray to prevent children from playing with it.

■ To lock the tray, press and hold the button on the MovieMate control panel, then

press .

TRAY LOCK appears briefly in the display window above the tray.

■ To unlock the tray, press and again. UNLOCKED appears briefly in the display

window.

Saving Power

You can select several settings that turn off the power automatically
when MovieMate is not playing a disc. Power saving settings are not
saved after you turn off MovieMate.

To select a power-saving option, press . Continue pressing the
button to select from the following settings:

■ A. STBY ON: The power switches off automatically after

3 minutes (Auto Standby).

■ SLEEP 10: The power switches off automatically after 10 minutes.

You can select Sleep Timer settings up to 150 minutes.

■ SLEEP OFF: Power saving is disabled.

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Changing Language Settings

You can use the Language Setup menu to change the default language for DVDs that allow
you to make this selection.

1. When a DVD is not playing, press the button on the remote control. You see the

LANGUAGE Setup menu:

2. Press to highlight the setting you want, then press to display a list of languages.

3. Press to select the language you want, then press to save it. For a list of language

code definitions, see page 67.

4. To return to the previous menu level, press .

Adjusting the Resume and On-Screen Guide Settings

1. When a DVD is not playing, press the button on the remote control.

2. Press to highlight and display the

3. Press to highlight

ON/OFF selection box.

RESUME or ON SCREEN GUIDE, then press to display the

OTHERS Setup menu.

4. Press to select the setting you want, then press to save it.

■ RESUME: This setting defines the way playback resumes after pausing. To have

playback resume from the point where it was stopped, set to
have playback start from the beginning of the chapter, set to

■ ON SCREEN GUIDE: This setting, which is ON by default, briefly displays an

ON (the default). To
OFF.

indicator on the screen when you pause, resume, or use other playback controls.
Select OFF if you don’t want these indicators to be displayed.

5. To return to the previous menu level, press .

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Adjusting General Audio Settings

MovieMate provides several settings for adjusting the audio quality and volume.

■ To adjust the treble, use the Treble buttons on the remote control.

■ To adjust the sound mode, press . Continue pressing the button

to select the JVC original sound system setting that you prefer:

NATURAL: Produces a broader, more natural sound.

SMOOTH: Produces a sound that is more pleasant to the ear.

OFF: Disables the JVC original sound system (default).

■ To adjust the bass, you can use the crossover knob on the back of the

optional subwoofer.

To adjust detailed settings, use the
below.

Audio Setup menu as described

Adjusting DVD Movie Sound Levels

The default sound setting plays DVD movies at a higher volume than other discs. You can
adjust this setting if necessary.

To adjust the DVD movie sound level overall, press . Continue pressing the button to
select the level you prefer:
volume and default setting).

To adjust detailed settings, use the

DVD LEVEL 1, DVD LEVEL 2, or DVD LEVEL 3 (the highest

Audio Setup menu as described below.

Adjusting Detailed Audio Settings

To adjust detailed audio settings in the Audio Setup menu, follow these
steps:

1. Press the button on the remote control.

2. Press to highlight and display the

3. Press to highlight the setting you want, then press to

display the options.

AUDIO Setup menu.

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4. Press to select the option you want, then press to save it. You can choose from

the following:

■ DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT: Select the appropriate setting when you use external

audio equipment connected to the Optical Audio-Out port.

STREAM/PCM: For a DTS/Dolby Digital Decoder or surround sound system

(default setting).

PCM ONLY: For equipment that is only compliant with Linear PCM (Pulse Coded

Modulation).

DOLBY DIGITAL/PCM: For a Dolby Digital Decoder or similar equipment.

■ DOWN MIX: Select the signal from the Optical Audio-Out port, built-in speakers,

and headphone jack.

DOLBY SURROUND: For connecting to equipment with a built-in Dolby

Pro-Logic decoder or using the built-in speakers or headphones (default setting).

STEREO: For connecting to standard equipment.

■ D. RANGE COMPRESSION: Select the appropriate setting for the best DVD

volume control.

ON: Dynamic range compression is on at all times (default setting).

AUTO: Dynamic range compression is selected automatically.

5. To return to the previous menu level, press .

Adjusting Picture Settings

The Picture Setup menu lets you select settings for your video source, screensaver, and
MP3/WMA/JPEG files.

1. Press the button on the remote control.

2. Press to highlight and display the

3. Press to highlight the setting you want, then press to display the options.

PICTURE Setup menu.

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4. Press to select the option you want, then press to save it. You can choose from

the following:

■ PICTURE SOURCE

AUTO:

The image source (video/film) is determined automatically (default setting,

recommended for most purposes).

FILM: For film or video recorded with progressive scan.

VIDEO: For video images without progressive scan, for example, camcorder input.

■ SCREEN SAVER: Select whether to fade out a projected still image after 5 minutes

of inactivity.

■ FILE TYPE: Select the file format to display when you insert a disc that includes both

MP3/WMA (

AUDIO) and JPEG (STILL PICTURE) files.

5. To return to the previous menu level, press .

Adjusting Picture Quality

You can use the Visual Adjust button on the remote control to adjust
the brightness, contrast, color saturation, tint, and sharpness of the
image. If MovieMate is tilted up or down, you can also use this button
to correct the non-rectangular “keystone” shape of the image.

1. Press the button on the remote control. You see the following

on the screen:

2. Press the button until you see the item you want to set.

You can adjust the following items for various viewing conditions and individual videos:

■ Brightness

■ Contrast

■ Color Saturation

■ Tint

■ Sharpness

■ Keystone:

(only works on NTSC signals)

Corrects the distorted image shape caused

by tilting MovieMate up or down, as shown.

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3. Press or to increase or decrease the setting.

The settings are saved, even after you turn MovieMate off.

Viewing and Adjusting Video Information

You can use the Visual Info. button on the remote control to view the number of hours the
lamp has been used, and to reset the timer after you install a new lamp. You can also adjust
the video signal setting and select high altitude mode if necessary.

1. Press the button on the remote control. You see the following on the screen:

Note: If the lamp has been used less than 11 hours, 0H is displayed.

2. Continue pressing the button until you see the item you want to set.

You can adjust the following items:

■ Video Signal: If you are using external video equipment and you see interference or

other problems, select the appropriate signal for your equipment. For most purposes,
leave this setting on

■ High Altitude Mode:

(1500 meters), select

■ Lamp-Hours Reset:

Auto.

If you are using MovieMate at an altitude above 4,900 feet

ON.

After you replace the lamp, select Yes to reset the lamp timer.

3. Press or to change the setting.

4. Press the button to save your settings and exit.

Disabling Progressive Mode

For the best image quality, MovieMate uses progressive video display mode. You can change
to interlaced mode if the picture appears jittery, for example, when you use certain external
equipment.

To change from progressive to interlaced display mode, press .

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Changing the Display Window Brightness

The status display window above the tray is normally dimmer when a DVD is playing and
brighter when it is paused or stopped.

To change the display window setting, press . Continue pressing the button to select
from the following settings:

■ DIMMER OFF: The window remains bright, even when a DVD is playing.

■ DIMMER ON: The window remains dim, even when a DVD is not playing.

■ DIMMER AUTO: The window is dimmer when a DVD is playing and brighter when it is

paused or stopped.

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Caring for MovieMate

MovieMate 30s needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a regular basis is keep the lens
clean. You also need to clean the air filter periodically to prevent overheating.

Warning: Before you clean any part of MovieMate, turn it off and unplug the power cord. Never
open any part of MovieMate, except as described in this User’s Guide. Dangerous electrical
voltages in the projector can injure you severely. Do not try to service this product yourself, except
as specifically explained in this User’s Guide.

The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter. If another part needs replacing,
contact Epson or a qualified servicer (see page 62).

Follow the instructions in this section to clean the lens and case, clean and replace the air
filter, replace the lamp, and store or transport MovieMate.

Protecting MovieMate

The Epson MovieMate projector is designed for use virtually anywhere at home. However,
MovieMate and its accessories should not be exposed to water, smoke, direct heat or sunlight,
or left outside for long periods of time. As with typical electronic equipment, please avoid
exposure of MovieMate to moisture, dust, smoke, and other environmental factors which may
result in damage to internal electronics over time. See the “Epson America, Inc. Limited
Warranty” on page 71 for additional details on the use of your MovieMate 30s Series.

Cleaning the Lens

Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.

■ Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.

■ To remove dirt or smears, use lens-cleaning paper. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with

lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.

Caution: Never rub the lens with abrasive materials.

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Cleaning MovieMate’s Case

Before you clean the case, turn off MovieMate and unplug the power cord.

■ To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

■ To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral

detergent. Wring the cloth as dry as possible, then wipe the case.

Caution: Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner, or other chemical detergents. These can
damage the case. Never spray cleaners directly on MovieMate.

Cleaning and Replacing the Air Filter

Clean the air filters when dust builds up or when you see the following message:

The projector is overheating. Make sure nothing is blocking the air vents, and
clean or replace the air filter.

If the air filters are not cleaned periodically, they can become clogged with dust, preventing
proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage MovieMate.

1. Turn off the main power switch and unplug MovieMate.

2. Use a small vacuum cleaner designed for

computers and other office equipment to clean
the filters, as shown.

If you cannot clean the removable filter or it is
broken, you need to replace it.

You can purchase a new filter (part #
V13H134A09) 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).

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3. If you need to replace the filter, press up on the tab and lift off the cover.

4. Remove the old filter and install the new filter.

5. Replace the cover.

Replacing the Lamp

The life span of the lamp is about 3000 hours if the color mode is consistently set to Theatre

, and 2000 hours if any other color mode is used. (For instructions on changing the

Black

color mode, see page 20.)

You can check how long the lamp has been used as described on page 45. If the number
shown is close to the limit, make sure you have a spare lamp handy.

Note: Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.

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It’s time to replace the lamp when:

■ The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.

■ The lamp status light flashes orange.

■ The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen

Lamp light

when you start projecting.

Caution: If you continue to use the lamp after you see the
replacement indicators, the lamp is more likely to break.

You can purchase a new lamp (part # V13H010L33) 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).

Be sure to read the “Important Safety Information” on page 68 before replacing the lamp.

Follow these steps to replace the lamp:

1. Turn off the main power switch and disconnect the power cord.

2. If the projector has been on, let it cool for at least an hour.

Warning: Let the lamp cool before replacing it. If the lamp breaks, handle the shards carefully
to avoid injury.

3. Insert a small screwdriver into the lamp cover release slot, pushing it in gently to release

the lamp cover.

.

4. Loosen the two silver screws holding the lamp in place. (You can’t remove these screws.)

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5. Grasp the lamp as shown and pull it straight out.

Note: The lamp in this product contains mercury. Please consult your state and local
regulations regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the trash.

6. Gently insert the new lamp and tighten its screws.

Caution: Don’t touch the glass portion of the lamp with your bare hands; the invisible residue
left by the oil on your hands may shorten the lamp life. Use a cloth or gloves to handle the new
lamp assembly.

7. To replace the lamp cover, insert the tabs and then snap the cover into place. (MovieMate

won’t work if the lamp cover is loose.)

8. After replacing the lamp, you need to reset the lamp timer, as described in the next

section.

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Resetting the Lamp Timer

1. Press the button on the remote control. You see the following on the screen:

2. To reset the lamp timer, continue pressing the button until you see this display:

3. Press or to select

4. Press the button to reset the timer.

The lamp usage timer displays 0H (zero hours) until you’ve used the lamp for at least
10 hours.

Yes.

Storing MovieMate

Follow these guidelines when storing MovieMate:

■ Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended

range for the projector: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C) and 10 to 90% relative humidity
without condensation.

■ Attach the lens cover.

■ Remove the batteries from the remote control.

■ Package MovieMate in its original packaging or equivalent (as described in the following

section).

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Transporting MovieMate

Note: Epson shall not be liable for any damages incurred during transportation.

MovieMate contains many glass and precision parts. If you need to transport it, follow these
guidelines to prevent damage:

■ When shipping MovieMate for repairs, use the original packaging material if possible. If

you do not have the original packaging, use equivalent materials, placing plenty of
cushioning around MovieMate. Be sure the carrier is capable of transporting fragile
equipment and is aware that MovieMate is fragile. Remove the lens cover and wrap it
separately.

■ If you move MovieMate from a cold environment into a warm room, condensation

(moisture) may form internally or on the lens surface. To avoid damage that might be
caused by condensation, wait approximately an hour before using MovieMate. If
condensation forms, turn on the main power switch, then wait an hour or two before use.

■ When you are hand-carrying MovieMate, remove all discs, close the tray, and make sure

the lens cover is securely in place. To avoid damaging the mesh covering the speakers, lift
MovieMate as shown below:

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Problem Solving

This section explains how to interpret MovieMate’s status lights, solve problems, and contact
technical support.

What To Do When the Lights Flash

The lights on top of MovieMate indicate its status and let you know when a problem occurs.

If all lights are off, make sure the power cable is connected correctly and the main power
switch is turned on.

The Image Off light is orange.

MovieMate is in sleep mode. Press the Power button to turn it on.

The Image On light is flashing green.

MovieMate is warming up. Wait for the picture to appear.

The Image Off light is flashing orange.

MovieMate is cooling down. Wait until the light stops flashing, then turn off the main power
switch (to turn off MovieMate) or press the

The button is flashing green.

Press the button to return to normal operation.

Power button (to turn on MovieMate).

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The warning light is flashing orange.

High-speed cooling is in process. If MovieMate gets too hot again, projection stops
automatically. Make sure MovieMate is at least 8 inches away from the wall.

Clean or replace the air filters if necessary (see page 48). If you are using MovieMate at an
altitude above 4,900 feet (1500 meters), turn on High Altitude Mode (see page 45).

The warning light is flashing orange or red.

The lamp needs to be replaced. See page 49.

The Power button is flashing orange and green and the warning light is
red.

MovieMate is too hot and has turned off the lamp. Make sure MovieMate is at least 8 inches
away from the wall.

Clean or replace the air filters if necessary (see page 48). If you are using MovieMate at an
altitude above 4,900 feet (1500 meters), turn on High Altitude Mode (see page 45).

Let MovieMate cool for five minutes, then turn it back on. If the status doesn’t change,
unplug MovieMate and contact Epson. See page 62.

The Power button is flashing orange and green and the warning light is
flashing red.

The lamp may be incorrectly installed, the lamp cover may be loose, or the lamp may be
broken. Turn off the power and check the lamp. See page 51. If the lamp is broken, or the
lights continue to flash after you turn the power back on, unplug MovieMate and contact
Epson. See page 62.

The Power button is flashing orange and green and the warning light is
flashing red.

MovieMate has a problem with its fan or temperature sensor. Unplug MovieMate and
contact Epson. See page 62.

The Power button is flashing orange and green and both warning lights
are flashing red.

MovieMate may have an internal error. Turn off the power, then turn it back on. If the lights
continue to flash, unplug MovieMate and contact Epson. See page 62.

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Solving MovieMate Operation Problems

MovieMate doesn’t turn on.

■ Make sure the main power switch is turned on.

■ If the Image On light is flashing green, MovieMate is warming up. Wait for the picture

to appear.

■ If the Image Off light is flashing orange, MovieMate is cooling down. Wait until the

light stops flashing, then press the

■ If the Power light is green and not flashing, MovieMate is operating normally. Make

sure the lens cover is off. Press the button on MovieMate or on the remote control to
make sure the picture hasn’t been turned off temporarily.

■ Turn off the main power switch and make sure the power cord is securely attached at

both ends. Try using a different power outlet.

If the power cord has been damaged, turn off MovieMate, disconnect the power cord,
and contact Epson. See page 62.

MovieMate turns itself off after a period of time.

The Sleep or Auto Standby functions may be turned on to save power when MovieMate is
not in use. Press the
power saving functions, see page 40.

Power button to turn on MovieMate. For more information about

Power button to turn on MovieMate.

No picture appears on the screen.

■ Make sure MovieMate is turned on (the Power light is green and not flashing). If the

Image On light is flashing green, wait for MovieMate to warm up. If the Image Off light

is flashing orange, wait until it stops flashing, then press the

■ Make sure the lens cover is off.

■ The image may be off the screen. Use the quick image adjustment dials to adjust its

position. See page 15.

■ Press the button on MovieMate or on the remote control to make sure the picture

hasn’t been turned off temporarily.

■ Make sure MovieMate is not tilted. Tilting it more than 5 degrees up or down may cause

disc problems. Use the quick image adjustment dial to adjust the image position.

■ Make sure the region code on the DVD is 1.

Power button.

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■ Check the warning light. If it is flashing orange or red, you need to replace the lamp.

See page 49.

■ If you’re using external video equipment, check the solutions on page 61.

The DVD skips.

■ Make sure MovieMate is not tilted. Tilting it up more than 5 degrees may cause skipping

or disc scratches. Use the vertical image adjustment dial to adjust the image position.

■ Make sure there are no fingerprints on the DVD.

The remote control doesn’t work.

■ Make sure the toggle switch is in the correct position: set to -123 to use the numeric

buttons, or to

■ Make sure you’re within 22 feet of MovieMate, and within range of its front or back

sensor (approximately 30° left or right, and 15° above or below).

■ You may need to replace the remote control’s batteries. Make sure they’re inserted with

the positive (+) and negative (–) ends positioned as shown in the battery compartment.

■ Some discs don’t support all of the remote control’s functions.

■ If you’re using a “universal” remote control, it might not work with MovieMate. Epson

does not support any third-party remote controls.

Func.- to use the other functions of these buttons.

Solving Picture and Sound Problems

The picture is blurry or out of focus.

■ Adjust the focus using the focus ring. See page 15.

■ Make sure the lens cover is off.

■ There may be dirt on the lens. Clean the lens as described on page 47.

■ Make sure the lens is not fogged by condensation. If you’ve just moved MovieMate from

a cold environment, wait approximately an hour before using it. If condensation forms,
turn on the main power switch, then wait an hour or two before use.

■ Make sure MovieMate is placed the correct distance from the screen: no closer than

2.4 feet (73 cm) and no farther than 37 feet (11.37 m).

■ Adjust the Sharpness setting. See page 44.

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■ If you’re using the Keystone adjustment, be aware that it lessens image quality. You may

wish to decrease the projection angle to reduce the amount of keystone correction
needed, or use the quick image adjustment dials to position the image. See page 15.

■ If you’re using external video equipment, check the solutions on page 61.

The picture looks too light or too dark.

■ Press the button on the remote control to select the best setting for your viewing

environment. See page 20.

■ Adjust the Brightness and Contrast settings. See page 44.

■ The screensaver feature fades out the picture if a still image is projected for more than

5 minutes. See page 44.

■ If the picture looks darker than it used to, you may need to replace the lamp. See page 49.

The colors on the screen don’t look right.

■ Press the button on the remote control to select the best setting for your viewing

environment.

■ Adjust the Color Saturation or Tint settings. See page 44.

■ If you’re using external video equipment, check the solutions on page 61.

The picture is wider at the top or bottom.

■ You’ve tilted MovieMate to raise or lower the image, causing it to become “keystoned.”

Use the

■ Better yet, place MovieMate at a height approximately between the top and bottom of the

Keystone setting to correct the problem. See page 44.

screen, keeping it level, and then use the vertical image adjustment dial to position the
image (see page 15). You won’t have to correct for keystone distortion this way, and
you’ll get a better-looking image.

The picture is taller on the left or right side.

MovieMate is set at an angle to the screen. Face it squarely toward the screen, and then use
the horizontal image adjustment dial to center the image. See page 15.

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There is no sound, or the sound is not loud enough.

■ Try pressing the + Volume button on MovieMate or remote control and turning the

volume knob on the optional subwoofer.

■ Press the button on the remote control to make sure the sound hasn’t been turned

off temporarily.

■ Press and make sure DVD LEVEL 3 is selected for the highest volume.

■ If you’re using external video equipment, make sure you connected the red and white

audio jacks to MovieMate’s audio ports (see page 23).

■ If you’re using an external audio or surround sound system, adjust the settings in the

AUDIO setup menu (see pages 42 and 43).

■ If you’re playing MP3 audio files, you might need to select the FILE TYPE in the

PICTURE setup menu (see pages 43 and 44).

There is a problem with the sound quality.

■ Try adjusting the sound mode (page 42).

■ If you’re using an external audio or surround sound system, adjust the settings in the

AUDIO setup menu (see pages 42 and 43).

■ Try using the Treble buttons on the remote control.

■ Try adjusting the crossover knob on the back of the optional subwoofer.

There is no sound coming from the optional subwoofer.

■ Make sure you use the audio cable to connect the optional subwoofer to MovieMate.

■ Make sure the optional subwoofer’s power switch is turned on.

■ Try adjusting the volume knob on the front of the optional subwoofer.

■ Try adjusting the volume on MovieMate.

Subtitles do not appear.

■ The DVD might not include subtitles.

■ Make sure the subtitle language is not set to OFF (see page 41).

You can’t change the language on a DVD.

The DVD might not include multiple languages.

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Problems with External Video Equipment

No picture appears on the screen.

■ Make sure the equipment is turned on.

■ Press the Power button on MovieMate or on the remote control.

■ Press the or Play button on the external equipment.

■ Make sure you don’t have cables connected to more than one video port. You can only

use one connection at a time (see page 23).

You see the message No Signal.

■ Make sure the equipment is turned on.

■ Make sure your cable(s) are connected correctly (see page 23).

■ Press the button on MovieMate or the remote control to select the external video

source. Allow a few seconds for MovieMate to sync up.

You see the message Signal not supported.

Press the button on the remote control and check the Video Signal setting (see
page 45).

The picture is cut off (too large) or too small.

Press the button on the remote control and select the appropriate aspect ratio.

The picture is distorted.

■ If you’re using an extension cable, electrical interference may affect the signal.

■ Check the solutions on pages 58 and 59.

The colors are not right.

■ Press the button on the remote control and check the Video Signal setting (see

page 45).

■ Press the button on the remote control to select the best setting for your viewing

environment.

■ Adjust the Color Saturation or Tint settings. See page 44.

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Where To Get Help

Epson provides these technical support services:

Internet Support

Visit Epson’s support website at http://support.epson.com and select your product for
solutions to common problems. You can download utilities and documentation, get FAQ’s
and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson with your questions.

Visit http://www.presentersonline.com to access tips, templates, and training for developing
successful presentations.

Speak to a Support Representative

To use the Epson PrivateLine Support service, call [phone] and enter the PIN on the
included Epson PrivateLine Support card. This is the fastest way of speaking to a live
representative, and it’s free. This service is available 6
through Friday, for the duration of your warranty period.

You may also speak with a projector support specialist by dialing one of these numbers:

■ U.S.: [phone], 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday

■ Canada: [phone], 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday

AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday

Toll or long distance charges may apply.

Before you call, please have the following information ready:

■ Product name (Epson MovieMate 30s)

■ Product serial number (located on the bottom of MovieMate)

■ Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase

■ Computer or video configuration

■ Description of the problem

Note: If you need help with the optional subwoofer or an optional screen, see the information
included in the box with the equipment.

Purchase Supplies and Accessories

You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or 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).

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Specifications and Notices

This section includes specifications, safety instructions, and other important information about your
MovieMate 30s.

MovieMate Specifications

General

Type of display Poly-silicon TFT active matrix

Size of LCD panels 0.55 inch (14 mm) wide

Lens F=1.7 to 2.1, f=13.7 to 20.5 mm

Resolution
(native format) 854 × 480 pixels × 3, 480p

Brightness up to 1200 lumens (ANSI)

Contrast ratio up to 1000:1

Image size 30 to 300 inches (0.76 to 7.6 m)

Projection distance 2.4 to 37.3 feet (0.73 to 11.37 m)

Speakers JVC dual speakers (10 W × 2)

Zoom ratio 1:1.5

Lens shift (maximum) 50% vertically, 25% horizontally

Optical aspect ratio Native 16:9 (4:3 resize)

DVD Unit JVC Digital Direct Progressive Scan System

Audio: DTS and Dolby 5.1
Media: DVD Video, DVD-R/RW, Video CD, Super Video CD,
Audio CD, MP3 (CD-R/RW), WMA (CD-R/RW), JPEG (CD-R/RW)
See page 66 for detailed file specifications.

Noise level 28 dB to 33 dB

26 dB in music-only mode

Keystone correction Vertical: –15° to +15°

Tilt angle 0°

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Remote Control

Range Approx. 23 feet (7 m)

Battery AA × 2

Operating angle Horizontal: +/– 30°

Vertical: +/– 15°

Projection Lamp

Type 135 W UHE (Ultra High Efficiency)

Part number ELPLP33/ V13H010L33

Lamp life Approx. 2000 hours (all color modes except Theatre Black)

Approx. 3000 hours (Theatre Black mode)

Note: Lamp life results will vary depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions and
usage.

Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.

Dimensions

Height 7.1 inches (180 mm)

Width 13.4 inches (340 mm)

Depth 12.2 inches (310 mm)

Weight 15.4 lb. (7 kg)

Electrical

Rated voltage 100 to 240 VAC

Rated frequency 50/60 Hz

Power consumption Operating: 230 W

Environmental

Temperature Operating: 41 to 95 °F (5 to 35 °C) without condensation

Humidity Operating: 20 to 80% RH, non-condensing

Operating altitude up to 7500 feet (2286 m)

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Standby: 6 W

Storage: 14 to 140 °F (–10 to 60 °C) without condensation

Storage: 10 to 90% RH, non-condensing

Safety and Approvals

United States FCC Part 15B Class B (DoC)

UL60950-1

Canada ICES-003 Class B

CSA C22.2 No.60950-1

Compatible Video Formats

Composite video/S-Video

Normal aspect

Signal Resolution

TV (NTSC) 720 x 480

720 x 360*

TV (PAL, SECAM) 720 x 576

720 x 432*

* Letterbox signal

mode

640 x 480

(4:3)

640 x 480

(4:3)

Component video

Normal aspect

Signal Resolution

SDTV (525i, 60Hz) 720 x 480

720 x 360*

SDTV (625i, 50Hz) 720 x 576

720 x 432*

SDTV (525p) 720 x 480

720 x 360*

SDTV (625p) 720 x 576

720 x 432*

HDTV (720p) 16:9 1280 x 720 854 x 480

HDTV (1080i) 16:9 1920 x 1080 854 x 480

* Letterbox signal

mode

640 x 480

(4:3)

640 x 480

(4:3)

640 x 480

(4:3)

640 x 480

(4:3)

(16:9)

(16:9)

Wide aspect
mode

854 x 480

(16:9)

854 x 480

(16:9)

Wide aspect
mode

854 x 480

(16:9)

854 x 480

(16:9)

854 x 480

(16:9)

854 x 480

(16:9)

——

——

Zoom aspect
mode

854 x 480

(16:9)

854 x 480

(16:9)

Zoom aspect
mode

854 x 480

(16:9)

854 x 480

(16:9)

854 x 480

(16:9)

854 x 480

(16:9)

Specifications and Notices 65

Computer image

Normal aspect

Signal Resolution

VGA 60/72/75/85,
iMac*

SVGA56/60/72/75/85/,
iMac*

XGA60/70/75/85,
iMac*

SXGA60/75/85 1280 × 1024 640 x 480 854 x 480 854 x 480

MAC13” 640 × 480 640 x 480 854 x 480 854 x 480

MAC16” 832 × 624 640 x 480 854 x 480 854 x 480

MAC19” 1024 x 768 640 x 480 854 x 480 854 x 480

* Only supported by models that include a VGA output port.

640 x 480 640 x 480 854 x 480 854 x 480

800 x 600 640 x 480 854 x 480 854 x 480

1024 x 768 640 x 480 854 x 480 854 x 480

mode

Wide aspect
mode

Zoom aspect
mode

File Specifications

MovieMate supports MP3, WMA, and JPG files that conform to the following specifications:

File system ISO9660 level 1 or level 2 (Discs that have been recorded in the packet

write [UDF] format cannot be read.)

Filename Half-width English characters only, with .mp3, .wma, .jpg, or .jpeg file

extensions.

Group (folder) count up to 99

Track (file) count up to 1000

Bitrate MP3: 32 to 320 kbps

Sampling frequency 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Total number of pixels up to 8192 × 7680

MovieMate can play multi-session recorded discs, but not multiple bitrate files.

MovieMate supports baseline JPEG files created by a digital camera and conforming to the DCF
(Design rule for Camera File system) standard. Monochrome JPEG, progressive JPEG, and motion
JPEG files are not supported. Certain digital camera functions such as automatic rotation may not be
supported.

Pixelworks

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WMA: 64 to 160 kbps

™

DNX™ ICs are used in this projector.

Language Codes

Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language

AA Afar GD Scots Gaelic MK Macedonian SN Shona

AB Abkhazian GL Galician ML Malayalam SO Somali

AF Afrikaans GN Guarani MN Mongolian SQ Albanian

AM Ameharic GU Gujarati MO Moldavian SR Serbian

AR Arabic HA Hausa MR Marathi SS Siswati

AS Assamese HI Hindi MS Malay (MAY) ST Sesotho

AY Aymara HR Croatian MT Maltese SU Sundanese

AZ Azerbaijani HU Hungarian MY Burmese SV Swedish

BA Bashkir HY Armenian NA Nauru SW Swahili

BE Byelorussian IA Interlingua NE Nepali TA Tamil

BG Bulgarian IE Interlingue NL Dutch TE Telugu

BH Bihari IK Inupiak NO Norwegian TG Tajik

BI Bislama IN Indonesian OC Occitan TH Thai

BN Bengali

Bangla

BO Tibetan JI Yiddish PA Punjabi TL Tagalog

BR Breton JW Javanese PL Polish TN Setswana

CA Catalan KA Georgian PS Pashto, Pushto TO Tongan

CO Corsican KK Kazakh PT Portuguese TR Turkish

CS Czech KL Greenlandic QU Quechua TS Tsonga

CY Welsh KM Cambodian RM Rhaeto-

DA Danish KN Kannada RN Kirundi TW Twi

DZ Bhutani KO Korean (KOR) RO Rumanian UK Ukranian

EL Greek KS Kashmiri RU Russian UR Urdu

EO Esperanto KU Kurdish RW Kinyarwanda UZ Uzbek

ET Estonian KY Kirghiz SA Sanskrit VI Vietnamese

EU Basque LA Latin SD Sindhi VO Volapuk

FA Persian LN Lingala SG Sangho WO Wolof

FI Finnish LO Lao SH Serbo-

FJ Fijian LT Lithuanian SI Singhalese YO Yoruba

FO Faroese LV Latvian,

FY Frisian MG Malagasy SL Slovenian

GA Irish MI Maori SM Samoan

IS Icelandic OM (Afan) Oromo TI Tigrinya

IW Hebrew OR Oriya TK Turkmen

TT Tatar

Romance

XH Xhosa

Croatian

SK Slovak ZU Zulu

Lettish

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Important Safety Information

Follow these safety instructions when setting up and using MovieMate:

■ Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product

yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

■ Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical

voltages inside the projector can severely injure you.

■ The projector and its accessories come packaged in plastic bags. Keep plastic bags away from small

children to avoid any risk of suffocation.

■ 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.

■ Don’t place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Also, don’t stand on the projector or

place heavy objects on it.

■ Never push objects through the cabinet slots or spill liquid into the projector.

■ Do not use the projector near water, or sources of heat or vibration. Do not expose it to rain or

moisture.

■ Do not move the unit during playback.

■ Do not touch the projection lens with bare hands.

■ Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Unplug the projector from

the wall outlet before cleaning.

■ Never try to remove the lamp immediately after use. Doing so will result in serious burns. Before

removing the lamp, turn off the projector and wait approximately one hour for the lamp to cool
completely.

■ The lamp is fragile and can easily break. If the lamp breaks, handle the projector with extreme care

to avoid injury from broken glass, and contact Epson to replace the lamp.

■ Do not use the lamp after the lamp replacement period has elapsed, because the possibility of lamp

breakage increases. When the lamp replacement message appears, replace the lamp with a new one
as soon as possible.

■ The lamp in this product contains mercury. Please consult your state and local regulations

regarding disposal or recycling. Do not put in the trash.

■ The lamp in this projector is under high internal pressure and may make a loud noise if it breaks.

If it breaks, ventilate the room to prevent mercury gas inside the lamp from being inhaled or
coming into contact with the eyes or mouth.

■ Do not bring your face close to the projector while it is in use, to prevent inhaling or contact with

the gases inside the lamp if it breaks.

■ If the lamp breaks and gas from the lamp or fragments of broken glass are inhaled or get into the

eyes or mouth, or if any other ill effects are noticed, immediately seek medical advice.

■ Use the type of power source indicated on the projector. If you’re not sure of the power available,

consult the power company.

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■ If you use the projector in a country other than where you purchased it, use the correct power cord

for that country.

■ Place the projector near a wall outlet where the plug can be easily unplugged.

■ Don’t place the projector where the cord can be walked on. This may result in fraying or damage

to the plug.

■ Don’t insert the plug into an outlet with dust present, and insert the plug firmly into the outlet.

Failure to do so could result in sparks or fire.

■ Don’t handle the plug with wet hands.

■ Don’t overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles. This can cause

fire or electric shock.

■ Unplug the projector from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under

the following conditions: when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed; if liquid has been
spilled into the projector, or if it has been exposed to rain, water, or excessive humidity; if it
doesn’t operate normally when you follow the operating instructions, or if it exhibits a distinct
change in performance, indicating a need for service; if it has been dropped or the housing has
been damaged.

■ If there is an electrical storm, do not touch the power plug, otherwise you may receive an electric

shock.

■ Keep the projector unplugged when not in use for extended periods.

■ Keep the batteries for the remote control out of the reach of children. Batteries are choking hazards

and can be very dangerous if swallowed. If they are swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.

■ Replace the batteries as soon as they run out.

■ Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.

■ Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.

■ Remove the batteries if you won’t be using the projector for a long period of time.

■ Don’t block the slots and openings in the projector case. They provide ventilation and prevent the

projector from overheating. Don’t operate the projector on a sofa, rug, or other soft surface, or in a
closed-in cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.

■ Material or paper may get stuck against the air filter underneath the projector while it is in use.

Remove anything from underneath the projector that might get stuck against the air filter in this
way.

■ Don’t place the projector or remote control on top of heat-producing equipment or in a heated

place, such as a car.

■ Don’t use the projector outside of the required temperature range (see page 64). Doing so may

cause an unstable display and could lead to projector damage.

■ Don’t store the projector outside of the required temperature range (see page 64) or in direct

sunlight for long periods of time. Doing so may cause damage to the case.

■ Make sure there is at least 8 inches of space between the exhaust ventilation slots and the wall or

other object.

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■ Make sure there is at least 4 inches of space between the intake ventilation slots and the wall or

other object.

■ Do not use the projector with the lens cover on; otherwise, the cover could melt and cause injury.

■ Do not turn the volume too high, especially when using headphones. Listening to high volume

sounds over an extended period can damage your hearing. Sudden high volume can also damage
the speakers.

WARNING: The cord included with this product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the
State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

(provided in accordance with Proposition 65 in Cal. Health & Safety Code § 25249.5 et seq)

FCC Compliance Statement

For United States Users

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio
and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC
Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the
FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment
interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave
cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.

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WARNING

For Canadian Users

Declaration of Conformity

According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU
Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers:

We: Epson America, Inc.
Located at: 3840 Kilroy Airport Way

MS 3-13
Long Beach, CA 90806
Telephone: [phone]

Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein, complies with 47CFR Part 2 and
15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed is identical to the representative
unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the
equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity
production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Trade Name: Epson
Type of Product: Projector
Model: EMP-TWD3
Marketing Name: MovieMate 30s

Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty

Basic Two-Year Warranty and 90-Day Lamp Warranty

What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (“Epson”) warrants to the original retail purchaser of the Epson
product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purchased new and operated
in the United States or Canada, will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of
two (2) years from the date of original purchase (except that the warranty period is 90 days for
projector lamps). For warranty service, you must provide proof of the date of original purchase.

What Epson Will Do To Correct Problems: If your product requires service, Epson will ask you to bring
the product securely packaged in its original container or equivalent, along with proof of the date of
original purchase, to your Epson Dealer or Epson Customer Care Center as instructed by Epson.
Epson will, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit, without charge for parts or labor. When
warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of a part, the item replaced becomes Epson
property. The exchanged product or part may be new or previously refurbished to the Epson standard
of quality, and at Epson’s option, the replacement may be another model of like kind and quality.
Epson’s liability for replacement of the covered product will not exceed the original retail selling price

Specifications and Notices 71

of the covered product. Exchange or replacement products or parts assume the remaining warranty
period of the product covered by this limited warranty. However, each replacement lamp carries the
limited 90-day warranty stated above.

What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty does not apply to refurbished or reconditioned
products. This warranty covers only normal use of the product. 24-hour-per-day or other high duty
commercial use causes strain and is not considered normal use. This warranty does not cover
consumables (e.g., filters), other than lamps as provided herein. This warranty is not transferable.
Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the Epson label or logo or the rating label or serial
number be removed. Epson is not responsible for warranty service should the product fail to be
properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse, abuse, improper installation,
neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper
electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-Epson products, use in a smoke or
dust-filled environment, or service other than by an Epson Authorized Servicer. Postage, insurance, or
shipping costs incurred in presenting your Epson product for carry-in warranty service are your
responsibility. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced in service, you will be held
responsible for costs incurred.

THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES.
IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED
TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE. UNLESS STATED HEREIN, ANY
STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR FIRM ARE
VOID. IN THE EVENT THE REMEDIES ABOVE FAIL, EPSON'S ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL
BE LIMITED TO A REFUND OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE EPSON PRODUCT
COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY, NEITHER EPSON AMERICA, INC. NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE
FOR ANY LOSS, INCONVENIENCE, OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING DIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, RESULTING FROM THE USE OR
INABILITY TO USE THE EPSON PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF
WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

In Canada, warranties include both warranties and conditions.

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some
jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights, which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

To find the Epson Authorized Reseller nearest you, visit our website at: www.epson.com.

To find the Epson Customer Care Center nearest you, visit http://support.epson.com.

You can also call the Epson Connection
and [phone] in Canada or write to: Epson America, Inc., P.O. Box 93012, Long Beach, CA
90809-3012.

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SM

at [phone] + PIN or [phone] in the U.S.

Index

A

A-B repeat, 35
Accessories, 8, 62
Air filters

cleaning and replacing, 48 to 49

ordering, 8
Air vents, 9
Audio

adjusting, 16, 42 to 43

problems, 60
Audio system connection, 28
Auto Standby, 40
AV amplifier, connecting, 28

B

Bag, carrying, 8
Batteries, replacing, 13
Blurry picture, 58 to 59
Brightness

lamp, 50, 63

setting, 44
Buttons, 10

C

Composite video connection, 24
Computer connection, 29 to 30
Contrast ratio, 63
Contrast setting, 44
Control panel, MovieMate, 10

D

Dark image, 59
Declaration of Conformity, 71
Digital audio output, 43
Digital audio recorder, connecting, 28
Digital audio, connecting, 27
Digital camera, connecting, 23 to 25
Display window dimmer, 46
Distance, projection, 12, 63
Documentation, 8
Dolby digital, 43
Downmix, 43
DVD level, 25, 28, 30, 42
DVD tray, locking, 40
DVDs

inserting, 14
menus, 20

playing, 11 to 21
DVR, connecting, 23 to 25
Dynamic range compression, 43

Cable box, connecting, 23 to 25
Camcorder, connecting, 23 to 25
Camera angle, 37
Carrying bag, 8
CDs, playing, 33
Child Lock, 40
Cleaning

air filters, 48 to 49

lens and MovieMate case, 47 to 48
Color mode, 20, 49, 59, 61
Color problems, 59, 61
Color saturation setting, 44

E

Electrical specifications, 64
Environmental specifications, 64
Epson

accessories, 8, 62
Home Service, 7
PrivateLine Support, 62
technical support, 8, 62

Exhaust vent, 9

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External equipment

connecting, 23 to 30

problems, 61

J

Jog control, 19
JPEG, 34, 43, 66

F

Fast forward, 19
FCC Compliance Statement, 70
File specifications, 66
File type setting, 44
Filters, see Air filters
Focus ring, 15
Formats, video, 65 to 66

G

Game console, connecting, 23 to 25
General specifications, 63

H

Headphones, 21
Help, 8, 62
High altitude mode, 45, 56
Home Service, 7
Horizontal lens shift, 12, 15

I

K

Kensington lock, 8
Keystone correction, 44, 59, 63

L

Lamp

brightness, 50, 63
light, 56
ordering, 8, 50
replacing, 49 to 51
specifications, 64

usage timer, resetting, 45, 52
Language, 37, 41, 67
Laptop connection, 29 to 30
Lens cover, 17
Lens shift, 12, 15, 63
Lens, cleaning, 47
Lights, MovieMate, 55 to 56
Location, MovieMate, 11 to 13
Lock, security, 8
Locking DVD tray, 40
Locking Power button, 40
Looping, 35

Image

Image adjustment dials, 12, 15, 63
Intake vent, 9
iPod, connecting, 23 to 25, 27

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blurry, 58 to 59
distorted, 59
shape, 44, 59, 63
size, 12, 63
too light or dark, 59
turning off, 20
wrong colors, 59

M

Maintenance, 47 to 52
Menus, 20

MovieMate

choosing location, 11 to 13
cleaning, 48
control panel, 10
dimensions, 64
distance from screen, 12, 63
lights, 55 to 56
maintenance, 47 to 52
operation problems, 57 to 58
parts, 9
positioning, 11 to 13
speakers, 63
specifications, see Specifications
storing, 52
transporting, 53
turning off, 16 to 17

Movies

pausing, 18
playing, 11 to 21

searching, 19, 37
MP3, 34, 43, 66
MP3 player, connecting, 27
Music, playing, 33 to 34
Muting, 20

P

Parental controls, 39
Parts, identifying, 9 to 10
Pausing, 18
PBC (Playback Control), 38
PCM, 43
Photos, displaying, 33 to 34
Picture

adjusting, 15, 20, 43 to 45

problems, 57 to 59
Picture source setting, 44
Pixelworks DNX, 65
Positioning MovieMate, 11 to 13
Power button locking, 40
Power, saving, 40
Problems

audio, 60

color, 59, 61

lights indicating, 55 to 56

operation, 57 to 58

overheating, 13, 48, 56

picture, 57 to 59

remote control, 58
Program play, 36
Projection distance, 12, 63

N

No Signal message, 61

O

On-screen guide, 41
On-screen menu, 35, 37
Optical audio-out port, using, 28
Optional accessories, 8
Optional subwoofer connection, 26
Overheating, 13, 48, 56

R

Random play, 36
Registration, 7
Remote control

batteries, 13

buttons, 10

problems, 58

specifications, 64
Repeating scenes or tracks, 35
Replacing lamp, 49 to 51
Resetting lamp timer, 45, 52
Resolution, 63
Resume setting, 41

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S

T

Safety

approvals, 65

instructions, 68 to 70
Satellite receiver, connecting, 23 to 25
Scenes, replaying, 19
Screen distance, 12, 63
Screen projection, 30 to 32
Screen saver setting, 44
Searching, 19, 37
Sharpness setting, 44
Shuttle control, 19
Signal not supported message, 61
Size, image, 12, 63
Skipping chapters or tracks, 19
Sleep mode, 40, 55, 57
Slow motion, 19
Sound

adjusting, 16, 42 to 43

problems, 60
Sound mode, 42
Sources, switching, 61
Speakers, MovieMate, 63
Specifications

compatible video formats, 65 to 66

electrical, 64

environmental, 64

file specifications, 66

general, 63

lamp, 64

language codes, 67

remote control, 64
Storing MovieMate, 52
Subtitles, 37
Subwoofer, optional connection, 26
Support, see Technical support
Surround sound system, connecting, 28
S-Video connection, 24

Technical support, 8, 62
Temperature, MovieMate, 48, 56
Time search, 37
Tint setting, 44
Transporting MovieMate, 53
Tray Lock, 40
TV video formats, 65 to 66

V

VCR, connecting, 23 to 25
Ventilation, 13, 48, 56
Vents, 9
Vertical lens shift, 12, 15
Video camera, connecting, 23 to 25
Video Signal setting, 45
Video, compatible formats, 65 to 66
Visual Adjust button, 44
Volume, adjusting, 16

W

Wall projection, 30 to 32
Warranty, 7, 71 to 72
WMA, 34, 43, 66

Z

Zoom ring, 15

76 Index

Epson MovieMate 30s Series

CPD-22197

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