Epson innovates with MovieMate 85HD and MovieMate 62 home theater solutions

Epson Logo Epson offers extensive range of printers, 3LCD projectors, scanners and point-of-service printers that are well-known for their high-quality, functionality, innovation and energy efficiency. Now, the company has uncloaked the MovieMate 85HD and MovieMate 62, a new line of home entertainment projector/DVD combo solutions. The offering merges several elements like high-quality, high brightness projector, CD/DVD player, microphone input, and stereo speakers in one portable unit.

The MovieMate 85HD and MovieMate 62 permit users to immerse themselves with movies, video games, TV shows and sporting events around 12 times larger as compared to a 40-inch widescreen TV. The devices feature a high-quality 3LCD projector, integrated DVD player and Dolby Digital audio with two incorporated 10W speakers for home cinema sound. The latest MovieMate 85HD puts forth 720p high-definition resolution for remarkable image quality and detail. The energy-efficient E-TORL lamp enables MovieMate 85HD to offer around 2,500 color and white light output for viewing not only in a dark, movie-like setting, but in a lighted room or even at dusk outdoors.

“The latest line-up of MovieMate models let consumers enjoy that exciting big-screen cinema experience easily and affordably without the hassle of packing the family up and going to the movie theater,” remarked Marge Ang, senior product manager, Epson America. “And, the new top-of-the-line MovieMate 85HD offers a powerful set of home cinema features, whether you’re in the living room for movie night, in the backyard for a neighborhood barbecue or at the park for a birthday celebration.”

The MovieMate 85HD and MovieMate 62 bundle together a built-in microphone jack to permit for voice amplification which is essential for narrating a slide show, karaoke and more. The devices offer easy plug -n-play connectivity, including HDMI. Owners can watch and share digital content from computers, camcorders, digital cameras, or MP3 players. The devices flaunt their compatibility with Apple iPod, Nintendo Wii, Sony PlayStation 3 and Microsoft Xbox 360. Users can seamlessly project a 16:9 widescreen 60-inch image from only six feet away or a 120-inch image from just 12 feet away.

The MovieMate 62 offers 540p resolution to allure home theater enthusiasts with remarkable portable home entertainment solution. Content can be viewed in either dark or light settings with a bright, energy-efficient E-TORL lamp that delivers 2,000 lumens of color and white light output. The device adorn a slim, compact design with an integrated handle and cushioned carrying case for portable convenience.

The MovieMate 85HD is tagged at $899 (approx Rs. 41,088) and MovieMate at $649 (approx Rs. 29,662) and will be made available in late-September through national resellers.