XGIMI Horizon Ultra Review & Settings

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Intro

I have never owned a lifestyle projector of this caliber before; my experience has merely been limited to cheap Amazon projectors prior to my interest in home theater. So when XGIMI offered to send us their new Horizon Ultra with Dolby Vision for review, I was excited to try it out and see the capabilities of a premium lifestyle projector.

The Horizon Ultra represents XGIMI’s latest projector, offering improved capabilities compared to the Horizon Pro 4K. The new unit features a slightly different design and introduces several new features, including support for Dolby Vision. Additionally, it incorporates a hybrid LED laser light source and a motorized optical unit equipped with ISA (Intelligent Screen Adaption) 3.0 technology.

This is a lifestyle/smart projector meaning that it will have features that go beyond producing a good image. So in this review we will be focusing on not just the image quality, but also features such as menu navigation, setup procedures, and its advanced lifestyle features.

Full Specifications of the XGIMI Horizon Ultra

Display

• Display technology: DLP
• Light Source: Dual Light (LED + Laser)
• Expected Lamp Life: 25,000 Hrs
• Resolution: 4K UHD (3840 x 2160)
• Brightness: 2300 ISO lumens rated
• Contrast ratio: 4000:1 rated (240-650 measured)
• HDR support: HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision
• Refresh rate: 60Hz
• 3D compatible
• Latency: Game Mode 18ms

Audio

• Speakers: 2 x 12W Harman/Kardon
• Audio support: Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X

System

• Operating system: Android TV 11.0
• Built in Chromecast
• Processor: MediaTek MT9669
• RAM: 2GB
• Storage: 32GB

Connectivity

• Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 Dual-band 2.4/5GHz, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2/BLE
• HDMI: 2x HDMI 2.1 (eARC supported)
• USB: 2x USB 2.0
• LAN: 1x Gigabit Ethernet
• Audio Out: 1 X 3.5mm Jack
• Audio Out: 1 X Optical port

Other

• Weight: 5.2kg
• Dimensions: 265 x 224 x 170mm
• Noise level: <28dB@1m

• Intelligent Screen Adaption 3.0 (ISA 3.0)
  • Uninterrupted Auto Keystone Correction
  • Uninterrupted Auto Focus
  • Intelligent Screen Alignment
  • Intelligent Obstacle Avoidance
  • Intelligent Eye Protection
  • Wall Color Adaptation
  • Environmental Adaptation

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Dual Light Source

XGIMI has introduced a dual laser LED light source, aiming to combine the benefits of both laser and LED projectors. Traditionally, projectors have relied on either LEDs or lasers, both with their own set of advantages and disadvantages. The Dual Light system by XGIMI seeks to balance the strengths and weaknesses of these two light sources.

In the Horizon Ultra, both LEDs and lasers work together as the dual light source. According to XGIMI, the laser light source improves color gamut and brightness compared to projectors relying solely on LEDs. Concurrently, the LED light source is used to produce a more natural spectrum of light, effectively reducing issues like eyestrain or laser speckle commonly observed in laser-only projectors.

In the past, the compatibility of these two light sources has been a challenge, but XGIMI has addressed this by developing a special type of LED and laser that closely align in wavelength allowing them to be used together. This all combines in the new light engine and mechanical lens assembly that is in this unit that should be more color accurate and brighter than their previous models.

Unboxing

I was genuinely impressed with the packaging. Notably, the unit arrived double boxed, a nice touch to ensure the product’s safety during transit. Within the outer box, I discovered a guide on how to install Netflix, which will not install directly through the Google Play store due to stringent requirements from Netflix for device compatibility. This guide signals that XGIMI recognizes the importance of having Netflix available on their product for their customers.

Upon opening the outer box, you will find a sleek, minimalist packaging that exudes a premium look and feel, similar to the Horizon Pro. In recent years, unboxing electronics has become an integral aspect of the overall product experience, and I appreciate that XGIMI not only recognizes this fact for the intended market for this projector, but also caters to it.

I was pleasantly surprised by the premium feel of the power brick. It features a well-designed and textured exterior, making it aesthetically pleasing. The power cord measures about 9ft(3m) in length and comes with the standard 3 pin AC power cord.

Setup

Setting up this projector is easy, as it is intended to be for people that are not used to projector controls. It really is just plug and play as the first time setup guide prompts you through setting the device up, and will be the first time you start to experience ISA 3.0. Since this is an Android TV device you will need a google account, but if you already have another Android TV device then the setup is even easier as it will ask if you want to install the same apps that you have on your other devices. I was able to watch content approximately 10 mins after plugging it in which included completing the update.

For the first time using the projector, I would suggest setting it up in the best spot you can find to start, or about 3ft (1m) from a wall, and hitting the auto keystone button on the remote. This should get the image to a place where you can read it to set it up, otherwise the picture may be on the ceiling or in another weird location. Then after setup, move it to the location that you want to watch it from.

ISA 3.0

The Horizon Ultra features components including a 3D Time-of-Flight (ToF) module, dynamic color adjustment module, dynamic Iris module, and optical zoom module, enabling the implementation of Intelligent Screen Adaptation 3.0 (ISA 3.0). This latest iteration is an improvement in XGIMI’s image recognition and processing technology, surpassing its predecessor, ISA 2.0. Currently exclusive to the Horizon Ultra model, ISA 3.0 introduces new features and improves the features that were already present in ISA 2.0.

ISA 3.0 includes a range of automated functions designed to enhance user experience. These features comprise automatic alignment with the projector screen, autofocus for image sharpness, omnidirectional electronic keystone correction, obstacle avoidance to prevent light path blockage, laser dimming for eye protection when movement is detected in the light path, and the incorporation of a mechanical iris. The iris can be operated manually or automatically in response to ambient light conditions. Additionally, there is a wall color adaptation feature that adjusts the image’s color to compensate for the color of the wall.

Auto Keystone Correction

I am grouping all image placement and alignment features within this section due to how XGIMI has structured these features in the menu, and because of the fact that pushing the Auto Keystone button in the menu adjusts all of these at the same time. This set of functionalities encompasses automatic focus, adjustments for image placement and size, omnidirectional keystone adjustments, and obstacle avoidance.

Along with the auto features, each of these settings can still be set manually if you choose to do so, with the exception of obstacle avoidance. However, I found that the automated system does a really good job for non-optimal setups with the projector at an angle to the screen and with objects in the light path, as depicted in the images below. It effectively avoids objects, creates a straight image, and positions the image for optimal visibility.

Images showcasing the outcomes following full auto keystone correction, successfully avoiding a shelf and a door. The image on the left displays a larger gray border due to poor placement, while the right image features a smaller more even gray border, reflecting a more ideal projector placement. Additionally, please note that the gray border is more noticeable in darker scenes.

Optimizing the location and wall space for the projector will significantly improve the experience. Excessive keystone correction can lead to a large gray border, and the more correction needed, the larger and more pronounced the gray border becomes. To minimize this effect, it is ideal to position the projector as close to 90 degrees from the screen as possible, and within the range of the optical zoom. Adjusting the size of the optical zoom will not change the size of the gray border, but digital zoom will. Therefore, it is preferable to use as little digital zoom as possible.

The gray border could be somewhat distracting, particularly during dark scenes. While it improves in brighter scenes, it remains noticeable if you let your eyes drift outside the image. Overall, it does not significantly distract from the viewing experience, but it is a point worth considering, especially if you plan to have the setup permanently in a specific location, as you may want to darken the space directly outside of the screen area.

Using the auto keystone feature with a screen is trickier, requiring fine adjustments to the physical location and orientation of the projector for the system to recognize the screen’s edge and position the image correctly. The trick here is to make sure that the max size of the image is a little bit larger than the screen. Once the image is large enough, the automatic keystone will accurately identify the edges and size the image nearly perfectly.

Showing auto-screen alignment with lights on and brightness at 1, so the camera would be able to see the back wall.

For those who desire pixel-perfect precision, manual keystone adjustments are available, allowing for fine-tuning starting from the finished auto keystone adjustments.

Environment and Wall Color Adaption

XGIMI introduced two new features as part of ISA 3.0: Environment and Wall Color Adaption. These features automatically adjust the picture for optimal quality based on the projection environment. Environment adaptation senses ambient light levels and dynamically adjusts brightness, while Wall Color Adaption measures the color of the projection surface and adjusts color settings to correct for the surface color.

From my tests, both of these features did not work as intended and still need some work. For the wall color adaptation feature, the feature ran but it either did not create a noticeable or measurable difference in picture color, or in some cases, it, in fact, made it worse. For the environmental adaption, I found the feature to be inconsistent, as it would raise the brightness when needed but never reduced it.

XGIMI has been notified about these issues and hopefully we will see them fixed in the near future.

In their current state I would not assume that these features will improve the picture, but encourage you to try them yourself and see if they work better for you. That being said these features are nice to have but by no means are necessary to get a good picture. Without these features it just means that the projector functions like any other. But its still a bummer that these features were not working during my testing.

Eye Protection

I approached this feature with skepticism, as many technologies claiming to recognize human features often turn out to be marketing gimmicks. However, the implemented eye projection system pleasantly surprised me with its effectiveness.

The camera used for auto picture correction also detects objects within the light path, leaning more towards object detection than true eye detection; it can be triggered easily by arms or non-human objects. Essentially, any object passing in front of the light path activates the protection, displaying a gray screen and dimming the light to avoid harming someone’s eyes.

This system is suitable for scenarios where you might leave the projector unattended, especially around children or pets who might be curious about the light. Personally, if permanently set up in my living room, I might disable this feature due to its sensitivity. Having a sensitivity setting for this feature in the future by XGIMI would be beneficial for users to adjust it according to their preferences.

Projector Control

I wanted to take the time to discuss the experience of operating the projector, since this type of projector is not only responsible for projecting an image, but also for playing media and providing an interface.

Remote

The Bluetooth remote has a premium look and feel, featuring an aluminum body and a black interactive section. It follows a standard layout with a circular D-pad wheel, an enter button in the middle, and two menu buttons – one for quick setting shortcuts for the projector and the other for menus. Additionally, the remote incorporates a Home button and a Google Assistant button, now commonplace in media players, along with volume buttons. The final button includes a quick focus feature for automatic focus readjustment.

Overall, the remote provides a satisfying tactile experience, and all necessary buttons are present. It would be beneficial if the focus button could incorporate full auto keystone functionality, adjusting both screen size and actual keystone rather than just focus as when you move the projector you often need to do both. Perhaps this could be considered for future setting updates by XGIMI.

Interface and Menus

The projector comes with Android TV 11, which at the time of writing is the latest version.

The built in menu structure is a bit confusing in terms of organization and naming. The remote’s gear icon leads to shortcut settings for quick access to image setup, picture settings, sound settings, a sleep timer, and another button for the full settings menu. Alternatively, a gear icon on the home screen directly accesses the full settings menu for both the projector and Android TV. Both menus have shared and exclusive settings. For instance, sound settings are only in the shortcut menu, while keystone correction settings are the same in both.

My advice is, when you first set up the projector, take the time to go through all the menus so you can explore all the available options. Some features, like “always auto keystone on startup,” may not be easily found without exploration.

I would suggest that XGIMI incorporates more conventional naming conventions or provide a user guide with a clear table of contents for all available settings, as this could greatly assist less technically inclined users in finding what they need more easily. Also, I believe introducing a more coherent structure in the menus, where the shortcut settings offer quick access to the same options available in the full menu, would help with the confusion. However, this may be a limitation of how XGIMI can implement menus on top of the Android TV interface.

Sound

The Horizon Pro comes with two 12 watt Hardon Kardon speakers and they impressed me. Although these speakers will not replace a proper surround setup, it is really impressive what this projector puts out. The sound stayed very clear for 95% of the volume range. I started to hear some distortion when volume was all the way up but it was small enough that most people would not be bothered by it. For my listening sessions, I had the volume setting about halfway up, never really needing to go higher than that.

Voices were clear and had presence, and throughout all the content I tested, I never struggled to hear dialogue. While bass frequencies below male voices diminish quickly, this is more a result of the physics of small 12-watt speakers than XGIMI’s speaker implementation. Overall, the speakers perform well within this unit, contributing positively to the overall projector experience, XGIMI nailed it with the sound quality.

My recommendations on the sound settings, is to have it in the default Harmon/Kardon setting for music. For movies use DTS: VirtualX which really helped increase the sound stage and gave depth to the sound.

Out of the Box Performance

Before I looked at the numbers, I wanted to assess how well this projector performed straight out of the box in a typical setup scenario for a lifestyle projector, utilizing out of the box features. So I set it up on an off white wall in my spare bedroom, to simulate someone projecting on a wall in their living room. I did not adjust any setting but the iris.

I was impressed by the picture quality delivered by this compact projector on a wall surface no less, especially when compared to my JVC NP5 which is over 3 times as much. The colors are vibrant and saturated, particularly in the presence of ambient light. The image is remarkably sharp, way sharper than the NP5 but this was expected. However the contrast was the limiting factor, and this was especially noticeable in dark, low Average Picture Level (APL) scenes. It was evident that details were being lost in in the dark scenes but this is no means a show stopper.

The first three images are from Disney+ movies in Dolby Vision, while the last two images feature the same face, with the first in 4K HDR and the last one in 1080p SDR all in movie picture mode.

After I got my initial impressions, I moved the projector to my theater, which has a 115″ cinema white screen from Elite Screens and is fully light-controlled, allowing for a more controlled and optimized viewing environment. Now lets get into measurements:

Brightness

XGIMI specifies the projector at 2300 ISO lumens (2875 ANSI Lumens). In the High Power and Turbo Light modes, I measured approximately 1600 ISO lumens (2000 ANSI Lumens). It’s important to note that this mode has an intense green shift and excessive noise, it sounded like a jet. In a more reasonable setting in terms of picture quality and noise, movie mode measured about 1018 ANSI lumens, with sport mode about 1500 ANSI lumens. Note that sport mode noticeability elevated blue and green channels to push a brighter image but sacrifices color accuracy.

This projector packs a punch in terms of brightness for its size, it handed the artificial ambient light in my theater no problem and a decent amount of sunlight in my living room as well.

Contrast

From my initial impression, it was evident that the contrast was suffering, particularly in dark scenes. This observation aligns with the measurements, which revealed an on/off contrast of around 242:1 for all modes when the Iris was set to 10, which gives the most light output. However, there is a significant improvement in contrast if you are willing to sacrifice some brightness. Closing the iris down to 7 increased the contrast to 500:1, and further reducing it to 4 brought it to around 650:1 in SDR.

The ideal iris settings will ultimately depend on the specific setup location, the size of the image you are projecting with the projector, and the content you are watching. I would advise bringing the brightness down by closing down the iris as much as possible without sacrificing color vibrancy. This way, you can maximize contrast without losing color pop.

To strike a balance between brightness and contrast, I found that iris settings 4 or 5 were optimal from the conditions in my house for all content. These settings maintained vibrant colors while notably improving the contrast.

Sharpness

When I first set up this projector, I was impressed by its remarkable sharpness in HDR content. I initially thought the default settings, particularly on a less-than-ideal surface like a wall, would suffice. However, upon scrutinizing some test patterns, I observed that anything over level 20 out of 100 on the sharpness control, appeared slightly over-sharpened for SDR but under sharp for HDR.

For SDR, I found that a sharpness setting of 10 was the best. For HDR, I found that a sharpness setting between 50-60 in custom mode actually improved subtle details in HDR content but was over sharpened in SDR content and more closely matched the default picture modes. It’s worth noting that the default sharpness in the default picture modes is fixed and non-adjustable.

In light of these findings, I believe XGIMI may have optimized this projector with a bias towards achieving the best results for HDR/Dolby Vision content. This optimization, however, might come at the expense of slightly diminished picture quality for SDR content.

Dolby Vision Management

Let’s delve into the Dolby Vision implementation and its effectiveness. The Horizon Ultra was the first long throw projector of its class on the market with Dolby Vision certification, generating considerable excitement. While Dolby Vision certification has been present in some UST Laser Projectors for a while, this marks the introduction of a non-UST projector attaining the same certification.

Industry discussions debate the effectiveness HDR on projectors. Due to the brightness requirements for high dynamic range content, leading to debates about whether HDR is accurately displayed by projectors. Adding to this, Dolby Vision’s extra certification requirements, on top of HDR, raise questions about the value of the additional cost and whether those resources could be better allocated to improving other aspects of the device. Done correctly, HDR can absolutely improve the image displayed. The question remains though, does Dolby Vision improve it further over the HDR10 standard.

I set out to test the difference between between HDR10, and Dolby Vision implementation on the Horizon Ultra. I must acknowledge the absence of a Dolby Vision pattern generator, preventing me from providing specific measurements. So I will have to share my subjective experiences in the differences between them.

Photographs captured with the Google Pixel 4A 5G may not fully convey the nuanced differences in picture quality as experienced in person.

To eliminate any calibration discrepancies for both HDR10 and Dolby Vision, I opted to utilize the stock configurations and used my Nvidia Shield as a playback device since I couldn’t find a way to disable Dolby Vision in the built-in media player on the Ultra. I selected the Movie mode for HDR10 and the Dolby Vision Dark preset.

Throughout my viewing sessions, a subtle yet distinct difference appeared between HDR10 and Dolby Vision. Dolby Vision exhibited more natural colors and color gradient, while HDR appeared to have more saturated and intense colors. Particularly in near-black content, Dolby Vision preserved more color and detail, proving beneficial for a low-contrast projector like this as I could see more detail in the picture.

While my personal preference leaned towards Dolby Vision due to its more natural color, the distinction was subtle. Without a side-by-side comparison, it could be challenging to discern one from the other.

In my assessment, it seems worthwhile for XGIMI to invest in a Dolby Vision license. The resulting more natural image and better handing of low-black detail contribute to an overall improvement in image quality. However, it’s important to note that the effectiveness of Dolby Vision may vary on other projectors, and its impact would depend on the specific capabilities and characteristics of each device.

Dolby Vision Settings

Once you have Dolby Vision content playing, you can access the Dolby Vision picture settings. Here, you will find presets for Dark, Bright, and Custom picture modes. Plus the Dolby Vision Screen setting which allows you to input the size and gain of your screen, enabling it to adjust the tone mapping curve for optimal image display for your particular setup. The Custom Picture Mode allows you to calibrate Dolby Vision if you have a Dolby Vision pattern generator.

Based on my observations, the Dark preset, designed for dark rooms, consistently had better contrast and highlights than the Bright preset, intended for well-lit environments. Dolby Vision Dark provided the best picture for both dark and bright rooms and if further adjustment is needed, the Dolby Vision Screen setting can be used to adjust the tone mapping curve. If you are using this as a more portable projector, I would leave the personalized setting at the default.

Calibration

Beyond the separate Dolby Vision picture modes, the projector offers four picture modes used for both SDR and HDR – Standard, TV, Movie, and Brilliant that allow adjustments for motion compensation, HDR detection, and local contrast. In addition to these modes, there are Sport mode and High Power mode. Sport mode only allows changes to the HDR setting, while High Power mode provides no user controls.

Lastly and most optimally, there is a custom mode that provides full control over picture settings, including white balance, grayscale, and color management. In theory, this should enable us to extract the maximum performance from this projector.

SDR

Out of the box, all picture modes had a white balance that leaned heavily towards the blue and green, providing the appearance of a brighter projector with vibrant images. Our eyes are not as sensitive to red light so this allows the projectors to appear brighter without it being too noticeable. After going through all the picture modes, Movie mode was the most balanced but still exhibited some skew.

Greyscale before calibration in Movie picture mode

SDR Gamma in movie picture mode before calibration

The gamma in movie mode averages to 2.2, which, on the surface, seems to be what we are aiming for. But if we look at the response see can see that that it is not tracking to the target curve evenly.

To balance out the greyscale, we need to navigate to the custom picture mode, as none of the other picture modes allow adjustment of the white point (Color Temperature) and the grayscale (Picture Color Temperature).

Setting the white point (Color Temperature) to custom enables the adjustment of the RGB values for the white point. However, this causes the optical iris to be disabled. This results in the iris remaining wide open, causing a reduction in contrast to nearly 240:1. Therefore, for the calibration process moving forward, I will set the color temperature to the warm preset and perform the calibration from that point. This way, I can utilize the iris to achieve a better contrast ratio.

Greyscale after calibration in custom mode, without changing white point

Gamma after calibration in custom mode, without changing white point

After some adjustments, the gamma and grayscale can be brought well within the acceptable range. The delta E for the grayscale after calibration was approximately 2 on average. It’s notable that the gamma is tracking more closely to 2.2, which is a positive outcome.

To set the gamma level, in custom picture mode, there is a setting that lets you adjust it from 1.8 to 2.6. In theory, as you change gamma, the linearity should not change. However, I noticed that when it was set to 2.3, it lost linearity but it returned at 2.4. I don’t know if it was just my unit or if something else is going on. Based on my measurements, I would not use gamma 2.3.

Calibrating gamut was a bit of challenge due to not being able to fully set the white point. Despite this limitation, color adjustments were successfully made, yielding an average delta E of approximately 3, with blue having the largest error. Attempting further tweaks on the blue, unfortunately, led to distortions in the saturation levels in the secondary colors. In Rec 709, blue will be the the only color that is slightly over saturated, with cyan being a little under saturated.

SDR (Rec 709) Gamut calibrated

HDR

Calibrating the color for both SDR and HDR was a balance between hitting the targets and not introducing any visual artifacts. As mentioned previously, the projector uses the same color picture settings for SDR and HDR but separate ones for Dolby Vision.

HDR (P3 in BT2020) after Calibration

The DCI-P3 gamut results closely align with the SDR gamut coverage, with the notable exception of green. This discrepancy is attributed to the projector’s inability to reach the 100 stimulus mark in this specific color range. Overall, this is a really good showing for this type of projector. This won’t win awards on perfect color accuracy, but it does get close enough that the picture will still look very good.

EOTF Tracking HDR after calibration

Ultimately, the EOTF curve remains consistent with that of the Horizon PRO 4K. It’s apparent that the EOTF curve is tracking slightly brighter than the ideal level in darker range of the curve. This adjustment aligns well with the right approach for a contrast-limited display, particularly when rendering dark content.

*All light and color measurements were measured with iDisplay Pro 3, although not optimal for laser projectors it should get us a decent enough representation.

Calibrated Images

After comparing both the calibrated and non-calibrated images, I must say that the difference is minimal. The calibrated image exhibited a slightly warmer overall color temperature, but the variation is subtle.

Despite the impact on the measured gamma, activating dynamic contrast significantly improves the visual experience, giving the picture more visual pop. XGIMI adjusted the gamma and EOTF curve to simulate a high-contrast display, providing an enjoyable viewing experience, even if it deviates from strict accuracy to the standards.

I included my suggested picture settings at the end of the article, aiming for a balance between accuracy and vibrancy in the displayed images.

Once again, it’s essential to bear in mind that this is a lifestyle projector, and the manufacturer may employ non-standard approaches to improve the perceived image quality, even if it deviates from being the most accurate display. This is evident in the higher sharpening and inclusion of dynamic contrast in the default picture modes.

Here a some images after after calibration:

All pictures where taken on the Google Pixel 4A 5G, some pictures have compression artifacts.

Conclusions

Entering into this review, I wasn’t sure what to expect, having not previously encountered a lifestyle projector of this caliber. Right out of the box, I was impressed—the image was bright, vibrant, and the setup process was the easiest I have ever experienced with a projector. I appreciate that XGIMI has made the experience user-friendly for individuals unfamiliar with projectors and is making efforts to provide the necessary controls for fine-tuning the projector.

What I appreciate the most about this machine is XGIMI’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of what a modern projector can achieve and the innovative features that can be integrated into a system like this, making projection technology more accessible. The array of automations packed into this compact device has made it easy and enjoyable to bring the big screen 4K HDR experience into any room without much hassle. This is precisely what the projector space requires, especially with the trend toward larger and larger TVs. As the major drawback of projectors has been the challenging setup procedures, and addressing this issue is crucial for their broader adoption.

While the Horizon Ultra has its strengths, it’s not without its faults. One notable area for improvement is the contrast. Contrast plays a crucial role in determining the impact and realism of an image, and is often overshadowed by vibrant colors in adverting. XGIMI is trying to combat this with their dynamic contrast feature but nothing compares to a true high-contrast display. I would prefer XGIMI to sacrifice some of the color gamut to double the contrast in the next go around.

Although XGIMI has incorporated a custom picture mode for calibration, the controls don’t consistently operate as expected. The inability to set the white point with the optical iris active can pose challenges in the calibration process. Nonetheless, I do appreciate the inclusion of these settings.

With all that said, the Horizon Ultra projector provided me with a lot of enjoyment. It’s a fantastic lifestyle projector that allows for quick setup, providing an impressive and massive big screen experience within minutes. It’s sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who watches it.

Thanks for taking the time to read. You’ll find the calibration settings towards the end of this article as you scroll down. If you’re passionate about high-end home theatre, be sure to explore our Display and Audio Calibration Guides to improve your home theater experience.

References

XGIMI Horizon Ultra landing Page

Simple Home Cinema Calibration Guide

Global: https://global.xgimi.com/ 

Recommended Picture Settings

Default Picture modes

SDR/HDR:

• Picture Mode: Movie
• Motion Compensation: Weak
• HDR: Auto
• Brightness IRIS: 4-5 depending on content and personal taste

Dolby Vision:

• Dolby Vision Dark
• Brightness IRIS: 4-5 depending on content and personal taste

Calibration Settings:

• Brightness IRIS: 4-5 depending on content and personal taste
• Picture Mode: Custom
  • Brightness: 48
  • Contrast: 50
  • Saturation: 50
  • Sharpness: 10 for SDR, or 50 for HDR
  • Gamma: 2.1
  • Motion Compensation: Weak
  • HDR: Auto
  • Local Contrast: Med
  • Noise Reduction: Med
  • Dynamic Contrast: On or off depending on user preference
• Color Temperature: Warm
  • If Custom is used, control over the iris is lost
• Picture Color Temperature:
  • R-Gain: 54
  • G-Gain: 49
  • B-Gain: 49
  • R-Offset: 50
  • G-Offset: 50
  • B-Offset: 50
• Color Correction:
  • Red:
    • Hue: 50
    • Saturation: 54
    • Lightness: 55
  • Green:
    • Hue: 53
    • Saturation: 50
    • Lightness: 50
  • Blue:
    • Hue: 44
    • Saturation: 52
    • Lightness: 65
  • All secondary colors:
    • At Default: 50