BEST SETTINGS for your Cheap Projector

[@TheHookUp]

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[@hokatichenci]

Well I wasn't thinking about picking up a cheap projector, but now I think I might need to. What a great, simple guide!

[@Umarluch]

Same here... may cinema nights in our garden are not as unrealistic as I initially thought...

[@2Timothy2.15]

I have a cheap projector for my kid's room and even though there'll be no critical viewing with it, it's still important to "calibrate" the basics to get the most out of it. Good video.

[@stringsandglowythings]

I cannot wait for that $200-600 projector comparison video!! Amazing content as always, thank you.

[@deeplearningdummy]

Great idea to include the calibration images for us. Thanks so much for the video!

[@tractorgt]

I'm happy I found your channel since this happrun projector is the one I blindly bought off Amazon last year and hadn't gotten to use it much yet. Great information here. Thanks!

[@JavierPerez-fq2fi]

Mindblowing mate! thanks for this non usual content with plenty of detail about stuff people really care about. Keep it rocking!

[@jamainesmithson1969]

Bro!! You are a god dude!!! I bought the groview because of you and been saving for up for something a little nicer. Thanks guy!

[@NonaPrince]

These videos are really helpful! Thank you 🇮🇳

[@mjrtensepian1727]

Snagged the Groview JQ818C during holidays for $90 on your recommendation; Using Fire TV 4k, so this was very helpful, thanks!

[@kimochi33]

Sir you well earned my sub. Best projector expert I've seen so far.

[@ultrasuperjr1221]

Incredible video and fixed all the problems with my cheap projector. I owe you one thankyou so much!

[@ishmeet316]

Got this projector a couple months ago, crazy how popular it’s gotten in the past few weeks. It’s great for the price tho!

[@paulvail7926]

Another solid video Rob! Always appreciate the effort you put into things. I just ordered a H1 to try out and throw into my collection. I'm going to give it a fair chance against the $230 used BenQ W1070 I picked up off of eBay, but I think the real test will be how it compares to the $40 WXGA Panasonic projector I got off eBay last year. There are a TON of inexpensive WXGA projectors on the used market from major brands that may make a ton more sense for consumers, but I'm not sure how they really stack up to the bump in resolution of the cheap models. Would be an interesting comparison. Anyway, thanks again for this information, and certainly the test patterns apply to ALL projectors out there that may need some brightness/contrast adjustments. Also, awesome information that many projector brands are using the same IR codes that Yaber uses. That's some excellent info.

[@steelers8752]

Thank you you've made my projector and 75' tv look amazing

[@atamadachi3393]

Just got the Wimius P64 in the post today. Fantastic for the money and used this video to set it up with my firestick. Thanks!

[@haikopeters]

Great video! Thanks for including the calibration images. I couldn’t get the FireTV remote (on/off + volume) to work with the H1 projector (sister brand Topvosion). Any tips / other profiles I can try? Tried Topvision but didnt work.

[@loganebeling9023]

Perfect timing, thanks as always

[@voidzven25]

Having trouble with pairing the Fire remote. Choosing Yaber doesnt seem to work anymore, any ideas?

[@joerayson4153]

The WiMiUS p64 projector has a lot of impressive specs and features at a low price point. Would love to see that in the test! Was going to get a groview 818c but will now wait to see if anything can better it at that price point.

[@Selenite_Moon]

I wonder why my H1 won’t let me change the tint 🤔 that section is completely blocked out…

[@philiphack1]

I have the same issue!

[@POCCITY15]

OK! It’s FEBRUARY! LET’S GO!!!!!

[@JeremyKim-d6t]

mate you are now my favorite youtuber of all time

[@Matt-ps9iz]

Yaber K2S for the upcoming review please

[@sergiojavdiaz]

2:21 well, it didn't work for my Happrun H1

[@KeanuPaiti]

Hey are the settings shown at 5:07 the same settings that you use for your Happrun H1?

[@TheHookUp]

yes

[@jayrichjlr]

You really helped me. I thought my projector had terrible colors. But it was just how I set it up wrong. Thanks

[@mwcarde]

I would like to see how the Happrun C12H compares.

[@thejceffect]

Please include the Vizony RD830!!

[@SirCFB]

Thank you so much, this was incredibly helpful!

[@prithvineo]

Selecting Yaber in the list of TVs is not working for me on my Groview JQ818C. Tried other options, but still can't use my fire tv remote to control the volume and power. Can someone help?

[@fancynuggets]

Same issue here! Hopefully @TheHookUp can reply with some guidance.

[@Green_taki]

Does it have to be plugged into a wall?

[@matthew._gi49]

Yes

[@DarrellDucharme]

Just bought this based on your recommendation, I am having trouble with the audio being way too low. I have a 3.5mm ran to a bluetooth speaker, volume on both are at 90 and it is very low. Is there a way to improve audio volume?

[@TaylorPeterson913]

I got one for Christmas!

[@JacobCal]

Absolute legend!!! Thank you so much for this video!!

[@joaodfbravo]

Hi! Are all these settings reasonable for the Nexigo PJ40 Gen3 or is it already good enough to support HDR, RGB color format and more than 8 bit colour depth?

[@TheHookUp]

I would also recommend these for the PJ40. I think it may support 10 bit color depth, but definitely keep HDR off.

[@christopherbanks1341]

Thank you for all the videos! I am wondering if its possible to do a review on the new nubelua mars air 3 and casple 3 /casple 3 laser

[@mindfulyou8709]

Could you review the Fodoni V7 . Try to add information for classroom use in your recommendations and use in the daytime.

[@dasaniwater7396]

There's this projector that suddenly appeared out of nowhere from a company called NOMVDIC and ther projector is called the L500 i would really like to see what you think about this projector I heard it's comparable to OLED TVs under $700

[@TheHookUp]

It’s not comparable to an OLED. It’s strength is being small, not having great picture quality.

[@8LAZ3GAMING]

I don’t think you can control the volume or turn the projector on/off through the Fire TV remote anymore…it doesn’t work for me

[@fancynuggets]

@TheHookUp same issue here for me. Just got the Happrun H1 + Fire Stick 4k Max, and when I try to set up with "Yaber" as my projector, I'm unable to pass the volume adjustment step using the Fire Stick remote. Any thoughts?

[@Wiserbear]

Oh my so I’m not the only one lol I always have to switch from the projector remote to the fire stick remote

[@8LAZ3GAMING]

@@Wiserbear Hey guys, I figured out how to make it work. Instead of choosing Yaber keep scrolling all the way down and select “Brand not listed” or something like that Fire stick tries to turn the projector off but out of 6 attempts it fails all 6 of them After that, it will have you hold both remotes side by side facing your Fire stick and will ask you to press the buttons on the each remote(power button, volume up/down, mute). Pressing the buttons was a little tricky for me because sometimes it wouldn’t work so I just kept pressing it until it registered and I finally got it to work! Let me know if that works for you!

[@8LAZ3GAMING]

@@fancynuggets Not sure if you can see my other comment but let me know how you make out!

[@robertcasey966]

​@@8LAZ3GAMINGI've just got a cheap hunk of crap off tumu it works.... but its getting wrapped up for Xmas... I let you know then lol

[@KissmyBasss]

Going to adjust my happrun yg491 when I get home. It's already pretty awesome!

[@fillipefeitosa4331]

Thanks so much for your guidance!

[@eskanderx1027]

Just in time for my new Salange N1 P28A! I wonder what you'd say about it if reviewed it

[@mindfulyou8709]

Would you recommend this for the classroom? I'm in the Caribbean where is sun is almost always out so not much of a dark room experience plus the kids still need to see to be able to take notes. If not could you recommend an affordable one great for displaying videos and text? Mainly text.

[@AlejandraPlazaLimon]

I was about to buy a project in the $200-$600 category, I think I'll wait for your new video to come, as I could only find the $100 video. I'd like one with autofocus and the best one for a white wall max of 70 inches wide. Thanks so much!!

[@TheHookUp]

February 15th release date on that video.

[@Flash007b]

Have you reviewed the Vizony rd830? Amazon has it for $399 plus a $110 coupon, so $290 total.

[@julian0982]

This, I got one when it was $200 even on amazon and the focus on it is near perfect even for text.

[@timechaser4313]

@@julian0982Any dust spots with that one? And do you like the brightness?

[@MikeLaracuente]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge my friend.

[@carmengomez8782]

any recommendations on speakers to connect?

[@AW86541]

Just got the jq818c and the fire stick remote isn’t controlling the projector sadly. Tried multiple times on yaber profile and even tried putting in an IR profile code myself (5575), but still isn’t working. Is there anything else that I can do?

[@TheHookUp]

Try the Vankyo profiles also. I believe Yaber updated their profile code.

[@AW86541]

@@TheHookUp Vankyo actually isn’t there😔 May just have to use two remotes. Thanks for the response though 🫶🏽

[@saxonwilliams4556]

looking to see the Emotn N1 in your next projector video

[@user-kw9qu2gz8v]

Thanks for the set up video! Definitely makes a huge difference. Could you take a look at the redeer 1100ansi projector (199$ after coupon), and the native 4k Paris Rhone (599$)?

[@ChitosVids]

Any plans to test the happrun f5? Its meant to be an upgraded version of the h1

[@Burno136]

Brilliant tips...cheers

[@krayzee1227]

I would love to see the viewsonic px-701 hdh , the benq th575, the xgimi elfin , the Aurzen Boom 3, lg cinebeam pf510q & the yaber ks2 in the upcoming video . Obviously not all of them but if you could review any of them I'd be stoked! They all caught my eye for different reasons, thanks for all your content!

[@BobaTheFett1970]

I would love to see the Casiris OmniStar L80 in your upcoming review!!!

[@paweles5329]

I got this projector, and go with your settings for first run, after first watch I got to basic settings and then to experymenting. Settings you recomended worked awfuly for me. But projector with right settings is nice for this price.

[@gustavov3800]

Happrun H1 is better than the L2?

[@tomallo99]

I dont undrstand, why there's so much discussion about connecting streaming sticks to these projectors? I want to connect a regular laptop to mine, cant people just do that instead? Or is that a bad idea for some reason? And are there settings I should change (aside from disabling hdr in windows)? I'll soon have a Groview JQ818c to try out.

[@matthew._gi49]

you shouldn’t have any issues connecting a laptop :) the streaming sticks are just a cheap and easy way to watch Netflix and whatnot

[@evolution2001]

Thanks for the solid walkthrough for novices and/or systems that don't have built-in walkthroughs for basic calibrations.

[@steventran4625]

Is there a different TV brand that works or code?

[@karlhungus1379]

Hi can you please test the Yaber K2s?

[@TheHookUp]

Yes, it will be in the video.

[@jakupmadsen490]

Great video as always ... I'm currently using the Vankyo Leisure 530W, streaming from a Chromecast - Google TV 4K dongle.... What would be the setup options to optimize colors etc with the chromecast ?

[@TheHookUp]

If there's a setting on the Chromecast to set to RGB Limited use that, and then setup the brightness and contrast using this video. Last time I used chromecast there was no option to disable HDR, but they might have added it.

[@jakupmadsen490]

@@TheHookUp Thanks for your quick reply... Would that be actual, even if the projector is a native 1080p ? I tried to adjust the display settings on the Chromecast, and it is possible to chose between various RGB modes, as well as YCbCr modes in 8, 10, and 12 bit. And I tried switching it to RGB 8, then adjusted the brightness, constrast, etc according to your test pictures in the video, and it seemed like the blue hues got more washed out in the 8bit RGB setting than the YCbCr settings... But I also found out that in the picture settings (user settings) it's not possible to adjust the tint, so I've written the manufacturer to ask how come it's not possess to utilize all the options in the user settings.

[@TheHookUp]

8 Bit YCbCr is what you want. RGB is probably RGB Full.

[@hanatekaste6449]

Thanks!

[@averykal]

Hi, the yaber doesn’t work for my remote! What is the IR code identified for yours that works?

[@xxwill1983]

Same problem here! Did you end up finding something

[@BumONS]

Were you able to fix it?

[@TheHookUp]

Try the Vankyo profiles also. I believe Yaber updated their profile code.

[@felipefierro6132]

Hi! Love your videos! I got a question, I have a DLP projector with LED light (1500 lummens ansi) so far I love it, buuut I have notice that the red / yellow tones are over saturated, if I turn down saturation it fixes the problem but end up killing the overall color, do you know if there’s a way to fix this ? I’ve read that it’s an usual problem in this technology (DLP) thank you so much!

[@TheHookUp]

Depends on the projector brand. Some have color management menus, others don't.

[@jamborobin1]

Love your videos! How about the 300 dollar Toptro X7. ?

[@KiloFeenix]

Thanks! This really helped out. Optoma HD146X.

[@pigfeet79]

Great video

[@horngwee]

Hi, May i know what is the DMD of this projector? Thank you.

[@jondavis6392]

do you have recommendations on settings when using the Nexigo PJ 40 gen 3

[@TheHookUp]

Movie mode, Gamma: Bright

[@ChadLWill]

You should review the new Leica Cine projector. Would love to see your definitive review.

[@benjdontstayin]

Hey there just got the groview on your recommendation and am wondering if it supports 10 or 12 bit? What would be a good calibration for it? Thanks Ben

[@benjdontstayin]

I'm using a firstick btw 1080p one

[@TheHookUp]

Does not support 10bit

[@benjdontstayin]

Awesome thanks for reply. Any future plans to do a video on comparing budget portable/mini projectors for under $100 US? Would love to see that

[@cbluebeard]

I have the Groview JQ818C. can we get good results without a streaming stick?

[@TheHookUp]

What would you use as your source, just the built in apps?

[@cbluebeard]

I've used my PC and SteamLink (1080) as sources so far. @@TheHookUp

[@POCCITY15]

I purchased the Haprun from the original video. I didn’t get the best out of it so I sent it back. I bought it again based on these recommended settings and I’m more pleased than before. My only issue is THE FAN is extremely loud. They must have changed the fan because the 1st one I had the fan was super quiet. I even went back to check the original video and saw that you had it at 39db. I downloaded a Db meter and this model is registering around 49db. Is there a way I can purchase a quieter fan? I still kick myself for sending the 1st one I purchased back. SMDH

[@KeanuPaiti]

Did you copy the settings shown at 5:07?

[@POCCITY15]

@@KeanuPaiti Yep.

[@rickc51832]

Can you please review TopTro X7

[@renanernesto179]

Did you find any way to pair the Fire Stick remote to a Formovie V10?

[@saadsuleman7149]

Hello, I have a cheap Crenova 1080p projector, and I need settings to watch movies in good quality. Can you recommend it

[@BumONS]

Hi, I just bought the fire stick 4K max and I have the happrun1 projector. I am still not able to control the volume from the remote, what do I do?

[@TheHookUp]

I need to buy a new happrun to test this. I can't imagine why it would have changed, but it's possible.

[@TheHookUp]

Another person said to try "Vankyo" as the brand.

[@FabyRamone]

@@TheHookUp same happened to me, couldn't find an IR profile that works

[@dice-keh]

For the 200-600 projector video, please do the Xnoogo smart projector with autofocus (that blue one). There's a lot of reviews for it on Amazon, but I'd like to see how it compares to others and if the 1300 ANSI Lumens it claims to have is anywhere near true (so I know if I got a good deal haha) thank you! Your videos are really helpful!

[@UchihaSumairu]

You should do the specific menu setup and color correction setups and stuff for each of the main categories you recommend :) a much easier to make video compared to some of your others and will likely get you a view for each person who buys them too. I just bought a gview so I'd love to watch one for that :) got it for 75 on ebay sorry I didn't use your link it was just too good a deal to pass up! I'll buy my father in laws from one of your links though muahaha Edit: Once I open mine on christmas (dads buy their own gifts a lot of the time I'm sure you know) I'm going to look into modifying the cooling system if possible. I see a lot of reviews on LCD projectors where it gets burned from poor air circulation and it seems like it COULD be an easily preventable fix. Anyways if its reasonably simple I'll send you the info so you can make a video if you want!

[@draco.the.voyager]

Yaber (IR profile 5575) is not working anymore for new projectors. Any suggestions?

[@TheJez135]

groveiw tv

[@TheLovelyNelo]

Would you ever consider doing a video rating different Drawing tablets with displays. I enjoy your videos and as an artist a video like that would be super helpful. Maybe teaming up with an artist can help you if this area is unfamiliar territory.

[@darkrelic]

Great advice and super helpful. Question: any reason these settings wouldn’t be helpful for a more expensive projector?

[@TheHookUp]

Brightness and contrast setup are good, but the firetv settings would not be advisable, better to let the HDMI EDID handle those settings automatically.

[@ibnelrichi]

Hello and thanks for all your great videos ! For the february test, could you include the fengmi formovie s5 ? (I think i might not be the last to ask !)

[@TheHookUp]

Formovie S5 is set to be discontinued/replaced in Q1 and is not available for US purchase. I imagine we will see its replacement at CES next week.

[@ibnelrichi]

@@TheHookUp ok thanks !

[@stathkon]

Hello from Greece. I bought the Magcubic hy320. It has 391 ansi. Do you know how can i make some good settings for better quality at sports?

[@victorabraham4788]

I am using nexigo pj40 3rd generation with fire TV 4k. Should I disable HDR in for this setup? Wondering if pj40 can handle HDR.

[@lukebrich]

Bought the growview projector but my Roku doesn’t have that brand to connect remote. What should I do

[@sethhammon2216]

I am having the same issue I got the happron and a Roku streaming stick and it’s not letting me set up

[@normrobbins4682]

Like to see the ultimea Apollo P40 reviewed with others in the 200 to 600 range.

[@adtraveler1]

Would be great to see the Casiris L80 in the next review!

[@TheHookUp]

Yep, I've got that one.

[@timechaser4313]

Fabulous content! I purchased the NexiGo PJ40, and the Groview JQ818C based on your recommendations. Love them both, however I live in the country, and in a dusty area. Even though I clean the filters on a regular basis, I still get black specks on the screen. The Groview has a port to clean the image lenses. But it is a pain. Would the Vizony RD830 be a good choice? If so could you mention it in your February roundup? Or maybe talk about the pros and cons of a sealed optical engine? Any insight would be appreciated!!

[@TheHookUp]

There will be a bunch of "fully sealed light engine" projectors in that video, not 100% sure on the Vizony yet, but likely.

[@timechaser4313]

Thanks for the swift reply! Looking forward to the video!@@TheHookUp

[@daniel_themvp]

I don’t know why, but my fire remote is not pairing under yaber

[@shadez_900]

Same here

[@christopher1020]

The Nexigo PJ30 Ultra looks like it might be newish - if it isn't merely a "smart" PJ30, I would be interested in how it compares to the PJ40.

[@luisfermin8344]

Would like a picture settings for Xgimi Horizon

[@Vivicloud01]

Just got the Benq HT575 projector, should i get the 1080p fire stick or the max?

[@TheHookUp]

The max has a faster processor which is nice.

[@wyfase4643]

Hello, ive watched many of your reviews and have decided i want to give the happrun h1 a go. However happrun doesnt have an official amazon page in my country (netherlands,europe) and i need an eu socket so i cant get the american one. There is something that looks identical to the happrun h1 but im not sure if its the same one (hopvision projector). My question is, Could you send me a link for the happrun h1 or a similair option for the netherlands? Thank you for your time and consideration.

[@penangarcia7158]

Hello @The Hook Up can you review: NEBULA Mars 3 I would like to get into portable projectors and I'm not sure where the best place is to start I don't mind getting a power bank but i also don't mind splurging on a nice quality projector thanks!!!

[@TheHookUp]

Did that review at the beginning of December: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6fXoXSoiK2Lm7c

[@judelarose]

Hi i follow you from Mauritius I've brought the happrun L2 and i followed your advice but i was unable to control it with the firestick remote even if i selected yaber as you did in this video Can you help me please

[@CristiSerlau]

Hi man! Really appreciate your work! I’m just leaving a bunch of projectors in the 200$+ range that I read good things about and I think it would be cool to hear your opinion as well: Wanbo Mozart 1; Ultimea Apollo P40; Blitzwolf BW-V7; WEWATCH V50 Pro. Thank you and have a great one!

[@tic8259]

Hi! Thank you for this. I just bought a Happrun H1 based on your suggestion. I have a few questions though. (1) My keystone doesn't move all the way. I don't see my screen tilting like yours did in the video. Should it move freely like the focus knob? (2) My screen is not perfectly rectangle, it's an upside down trapezoid. How can I change this? and (3) the edges of the screen are fuzzy. I've focused the middle though. It's brand new as of today. Am I still not focusing it correctly?

[@ScooterDano]

Sounds like the keystone is broken. I'd return it asap.

[@tic8259]

@@ScooterDano Thank you for your help. I will!

[@ABARSI]

Thank you for this guide just used it to calibrate my ultimea p40, btw not sure if you are aware but there are two variants of p40 if you ever review it, one is sealed unit, the other isnt, (also different OS skin, external shell varies slightly) i have both variants due to talking to ultimea over a dust issue. happy to provide a breakdown of differences how to tell etc.

[@simpatico.official]

I would love to know which one is the sealed unit