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What Do You Need To Build Your Very Own Theater?

What Do You Need To Build Your Very Own Theater? 

By XGIMI Tech – 2023-12

Introduction

Having a home theater is a beautiful addition to every home as it comes with certain benefits. Movie nights are never the same with a home theater in your home. Another perk you enjoy is that it transforms gaming experiences and makes building a home theater installation easy.

With home theaters, you get to get a cinematic movie viewing experience at all times quickly. One device that makes this possible is a home theater projector. If you are considering setting up a home theater, you can include a 1080p smart projector in your plans as it is pretty helpful in a home theater setup. Smart projectors come with high picture quality, top-notch sound, large screens, and multiple connection options, making them for home theater use. 

In this article, we will discuss the various things needed for a great home theater setup and use. We will also discuss XGIMI projectors like HORIZON Pro, AURA, and HORIZON and the fantastic features that make them ideal home theater projectors. 

What Is Needed For A Home Theater Installation? 

Product Recommendations

Conclusion

What Is Needed For A Home Theater Installation? 

Setting a home theater up will require specific devices, factors, and conditions to make it functional. Each of these required items plays a role in building an authentic home theater experience. In setting up a home theater, the following would be needed:

Smart home projector

A smart home projector is an excellent addition to every home theater as it comes with unique features that transform movie experiences and make them memorable moments. Some of these features are: 

4K/1080p resolution: One thing that influences the viewing experience is the picture and video quality. Smart projectors come with 4K or 1080p resolution, so they project images and videos that are crystal clear, thus offering an immersive movie viewing experience that every home theater needs.
2000-2500 ANSI lumens: Smart home projectors often offer brightness levels in this range which make them fit for viewing in different light conditions. Therefore, this helps you enjoy movies in your home theater any time of day. 
Automated setup technology: This technology which includes autofocus, keystone correction, and screen alignment, simplifies the handling of the devices as it is automated, thus eliminating the need for manual adjustments during viewing, allowing you to be fully immersed in your movies or gaming sessions. 
Built-in speakers: To provide a great experience, these devices are designed with built-in quality speakers which produce rich and room-filling sound. Thus helping you save money on external sound systems for your home theater.
Large screen: Your home theater experience becomes even more exciting as smart projectors let you enjoy movies and games with large screens between 80-200 inches. So it would help if you had this to enjoy your home theater from every angle and corner of the room. 
Image enhancement technology: Smart projectors are pretty relevant as they have features like HDR10 and MEMC that enhance video and picture quality. HDR10 provides an excellent color ratio making pictures lifelike. At the same time, MEMC produces low image blur that makes fast-paced movies and games stay sharp which is necessary for a cinematic home theater experience. 
Multiple connectivity options: There are several connection options on smart projectors like HDMI, LAN, USB, audio, Bluetooth, and WiFi, and they allow you to use other devices like laptops and gaming consoles for an excellent home theater experience. 

Adequate room size 

In building your home theater, you would need a location within the home with a wide space as this would help optimize the setup and allow you to have a great audio experience. The room should be at least fifteen feet long and about ten feet wide.

Home theater furniture

To have a complete home theater experience, you need some furniture for the home theater room, like recliner chairs and sofas. They are ideal for a premium home theater experience as they provide comfort and put you in a relaxed mood even while enjoying an immersive viewing experience. 

External sound system 

For a home theater with an outstanding audio experience, having an external sound system will be required. You can utilize Hifi speakers and soundbars to provide top-notch sound to accompany your movies or games. Most smart projectors also come with top-quality built-in speakers for room-filling experience.

Streaming sources

Your home theater experience is incomplete without viewing content, and this is where streaming sources like TV sticks, Android TV an operating system that supports streaming sources like Google Play, Chromecast built-in, smartphones, and computers. Videos and movies obtained from these sources provide premium entertainment for viewers. 

You may be interested in : how to set up a home movie theater. 

Product Recommendations

XGIMI projectors are excellent for home theater use as they add color and spice to the movie-watching experience. XGIMI’s HORIZON Pro, AURA, and HORIZON are ideal for transforming your home theater experience with these unique features: 

XGIMI Horizon Pro (4K Home Projector)

● 4K UHD/2200 ANSI lumens displays crystal-clear pictures.
● A large screen: with maximum 200 inches allows viewers to watch videos from any angle.
● Intelligent Screen Adaption (ISA) technology (auto focus, auto keystone correction, intelligent screen alignment and intelligent obstacle voidance) makes the device easy to use and a great for setup.
● MEMC provides a low latency for fast-paced movies, games, and sports.
● HDR10 provides an impressive contrast ratio and makes the display sharp and clear
● Dual 8W Harman Kardon speakers provide an exceptional audio experience and eliminate the need for an external sound system.
● X-VUE 2.0 Image Engine provides picture clarity, making image quality displayed smoother lifelike.
● Multiple ports: such as HDMI, USB, LAN and Headphone provide multiple connections for gaming consoles, laptops, and other devices.
● Chromecast built-in allows viewers to cast their favorite content directly from their phones and smart devices.
● Bluetooth/WiFi for advanced connections with other smart devices.
● Android TV™ accesses over 5000 apps like HBO Max, Disney+, and Hulu for unlimited entertainment.

XGIMI AURA (4K Laser Projector)

● 4K UHD/2400 ANSI lumens provides a clear and sharp image and video quality.
● Ultra Short Throw (UST) technology provides a 120″ screen when positioned 11.7 inches away.
● X-VUE 2.0 Image Engine enhances color depth, thus producing sharp and crisp picture quality.
● 4*15W Harman Kardon speakers (two woofers and two tweeters) produce rich, room-filling sound and eliminates the need for an external sound system.
● MEMC offers low latency rates, suitable for fast-paced movies and games.
● Multiple ports offers viewers several connection options for gaming laptops or gaming consoles. (3× HDMI, 3× USB, 1× LAN, and 1× Headphone (3.55mm)).
● Chromecast built-in gives your smartphones input in your home theater installation.
● Bluetooth/WiFi provides advanced connectivity options for devices like tablets and smartphones.
● Android TV™ provides easy access to over 5000 apps like Hulu, HBO Max, and Disney+ for nonstop entertainment.

XGIMI Elfin (1080p home projector)

● 1080p FHD/2200 ANSI lumens provides a crystal-clear display in brightly lit environments.
 ● Intelligent Screen Adaption (ISA) technology (autofocus, auto keystone correction, intelligent screen alignment, and obstacle avoidance) makes it easy to use and eliminating the need for manual adjustments.
● Maximum 200 inches large screen allows viewers to watch videos from any angle and corner of the room.
● MEMC delivers a super low latency with the lowest amount of image blur.
● HDR10 provides an excellent contrast ratio.
● Dual 8W Harman Kardon speakers produces top-notch audio quality, eliminating the need for an external sound system.
● X-VUE 2.0 Image Engine enhances video quality display by producing clear and sharp color depth.
● Multiple ports provides connection options for gaming consoles and laptops (2× HDMI, 2× USB, 1× LAN, and 1× Headphones (3.55mm)).
● Chromecast built-in provides direct movie casting from smart devices.
● Bluetooth/WiFi support smart devices like tablets and smartphones.
● Android TV™ gives easy access to over 5000 apps like HBO Max, Disney+, and Hulu for unlimited entertainment.

Conclusion

Home theater installation is definitely not complete without a smart projector, streaming sources, home theater furniture, and an external sound system. Smart projectors make home theater setup easy and more enjoyable as they provide clear displays, built-in speakers, large screens, and multiple ports. XGIMI projectors like HORIZON Pro, AURA, and HORIZON make a home theater installation better and more enjoyable. 

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Casting Media Sources to Your XGIMI Projector

Casting Media Sources to Your XGIMI Projector

By XGIMI Tech – 2023-09

Screen-mirroring or casting your media sources via Google Chromecast Built-in is an absolute breeze. Undoubtedly, this expands your world of entertainment, allowing you to showcase your favorite apps, games, and more in a few simple steps. In this article, you’ll learn how to screen-mirror or cast from your Android/iOS smartphone, tablet, laptop, or PC to your XGIMI smart projector.

Mirroring Your Android And iOS Devices To Your XGIMI Projector

Wired & Wireless Computer Screen Mirroring

Casting Your Devices Via Google Chromecast Built-in

Mirroring Your Android And iOS Devices To Your XGIMI Projector

XGIMI smart projectors are installed with the Official Google Android TV system, allowing customers full access to the Google eco-system. Consequently, beneficial features like mirroring your Android and iOS devices directly to the projector screen are available.

Android

Step 1: Download «Google Home» on your Android device and connect it to your projector using the same WiFi connection.

Step 2: On the Google Home app homepage, click the screen-mirroring button. Feel free to check out this video guide for further instructions: (LINK )

IOS

Step 1: Please install «MagiCast» app from Google Play Store or from Desktopmanager app, it’s a XGIMI self-developed tool.

Step 2: Start «MagiCast» on XGIMI.
Step 3: Open «Cast Screen» in any iPhone/iPad/Macbook and make sure its under the same wifi signal with the projector.

Wired & Wireless Computer Screen Mirroring

Projecting your PC or laptop content to your wireless smart projector is just as simple as doing so with your smartphone or tablet, and better yet, there are two ways of doing so.

Wireless

Step 1: Connect your PC or laptop to your XGIMI projector under the same WiFi connection.

Step 2: Open Chrome Browser on your PC/laptop and click the «Customize & Control» button at the upper right corner of the page.

Step 3: Click «Cast» and then search for your XGIMI projector to mirror your PC/laptop screen.

Wired

XGIMI projectors come with two HDMI ports, simplifying PC/laptop screen mirroring via a wired connection. Simply connect your PC/laptop to your XGIMI projector using an appropriate HDMI chord, and the projector screen will automatically switch to the HDMI page.

Casting Your Devices Via Google Chromecast Built-in

Casting your favorite Android or iOS apps, videos, music, games, and more via Chromecast Built-in is an additional feature that simplifies the mirroring process tremendously.

Step 1: Ensure that your device and the XGIMI projector are connected to the same WiFi network.

Step 2: Launch the Chromecast-enabled app on the device.

Step 3: On the app screen, tap the Chromecast built-in icon.

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How To Connect Your Smartphone to Your Projector?

How To Connect Your Smartphone to Your Projector?

By XGIMI Tech – 2023-8

We are well into the digital age, and as such, devices are increasingly smarter today than they were ten years ago. Projectors have not been left behind in this regard, and are better accepted now that manufacturers have thought it wise to incorporate smarter functions. Portable projectors come with built-in batteries, to ensure mobility and portability, and to serve as an alternative power source. Most projectors today have Android TV features to allow video streaming, Bluetooth to connect to local devices, and WiFi to connect to the internet.

Projectors that support smartphone connectivity have had greater appeal recently. Smartphones have become an integral part of our lives, allowing us to connect other devices in the home or office to a central point. If a projector supports a connection to your smartphone, the odds that you would purchase that projector are high. Most importantly, people love to have a variety of options at their fingertips.

Part 1. Why Should You Connect Your Phone To Your Projector?

Part 2. Connecting Your Smartphone To Your Projector Via A Cable

Part 3. Connecting Your Smartphone To Your Projector Wirelessly

Part 4. How to Connect Your Phone To Your Projector— Wireless Connection

Part 5. Conclusion                       

Part 1. Why Should You Connect Your Phone To Your Projector?

Connecting your phone to a projector can have several benefits, including:

1. Convenience:
You can enjoy countless benefits by connecting your smartphone to a projector. Portable projectors can be used in various settings and scenarios. If you want to use your projector on a road trip, for instance, you will most likely be streaming pre-downloaded content, which you can store, to some extent, on your smartphone.

2. Sharing:
If you are in a setting where internet services are down, or if you have a slow connection, you can easily connect your smartphone to your projector to enjoy content already saved on your device. When you want to display files that are not on the internet— like photos and videos of your wedding— you can connect your phone to your projector in seconds.

3. Portability:
Many projectors are small and portable, making them ideal for presentations or entertainment on the go.

4. Enhanced Viewing Experience:
A projector can provide a larger and clearer image than your phone’s screen, allowing for a better viewing experience for movies, TV shows, or presentations.

5. Versatility:
 Projectors can display a variety of content, including photos, videos, presentations, and even games, making them a versatile tool for both work and play.

Part 2. Connecting Your Smartphone To Your Projector Via A Cable

You can try the following methods to connect your phone to projector.

Method 1. Via HDMI Cable
One of the most common smartphone–projector connections is a wired connection. Most projectors are fitted with an inbuilt HDMI port that allows for smartphones to connect to them, through an HDMI connector. Using an HDMI cable, connect your device to your projector and stream your desired content. HDMI connectors are the go-to options when transmitting digital content from a source (your smartphone) to a receiving display (your projector). In this way, you can connect your smarthphone to HDMI projector.

Method 2. Via a USB Type C connection
Another method is through an HDMI adapter and a USB Type C connection. If your phone has a USB Type C port, you can check if it supports screen casting to a projector through the HDMI adapter.

1. Check if your phone has a USB Type C port. Most newer smartphones, including many Android phones and some newer iPhones, have a USB Type C port.

2. Purchase an HDMI adapter that is compatible with your phone’s USB Type C port. You can find these adapters online or at most electronics stores.

3. Connect the HDMI adapter to your phone’s USB Type C port.

4. Connect an HDMI cable from the adapter to your projector’s HDMI port.

5. Turn on your projector and select the HDMI input source.

6. Your phone’s screen should now be displayed on the projector.

7. Depending on your phone’s settings, you may need to enable screen mirroring or a similar feature to display content on the projector.

Note: If your phone does not have a USB Type C port, you may need to purchase an adapter that is compatible with your phone’s port. Some phones may also require additional settings or apps to enable screen mirroring or display on a projector.

Part 3. Connecting Your Smartphone To Your Projector Wirelessly

A wireless smartphone–projector connection needs certain factors, features, and device specifications to become a reality. 

Method 1. Via Bluetooth
Firstly, and most importantly, the projector has to be smart— connect to WiFi, have Android TV features, Bluetooth, etc. A wireless connection needs advanced technology on both sides of the connection, and regular projectors do not possess the infrastructure to support such connections. With Bluetooth, you can easily stream audio content to the projector’s speakers, or from the projector to an external Bluetooth speaker.

1. Turn on your projector and enable Bluetooth on both your smartphone and the projector.

2. On your smartphone, go to Settings, then Bluetooth, and search for available devices.

3. Select your projector from the list of available devices.

4. Once your smartphone is connected to the projector via Bluetooth, you can use a compatible app or software to display content on the projector.

Note: Some projectors may require you to enter a PIN code to complete the pairing process. The specific steps for connecting via Bluetooth may vary depending on the projector model and smartphone operating system.

Method 2. Via Wi-Fi
On both ends of the connection, a WiFi-enabled device is also key, seeing as most wireless communication solutions need an equally wireless network. Using the projector’s Android TV features will require WiFi.

1. Make sure your projector and smartphone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

2. On your smartphone, go to Settings and then select Display.

3. Look for the option to Cast or Screen Mirroring. This may vary depending on your phone model.

4. Select the name of your projector from the list of available devices.

5. Your phone’s screen should now appear on the projector.

6. If your projector doesn’t support wireless connectivity, you may need to use an adapter or cable to connect your phone to the projector.

Method 3. Chromecast
Chromecast is another feature that allows you to project from your smartphone to your projector easily. The device is integral to the Google ecosystem, which also has Android in its ranks, and gives you a one-click streaming option from top apps like Spotify or Netflix. You can also cast your Android device’s screen on your projector using the ‚Cast Screen‘ option in the Settings menu.

1. Connect your Chromecast device to your projector’s HDMI port.

2. Make sure your Chromecast device and your phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

3. Install the Google Home app on your smartphone if you haven’t already.

4. Open the Google Home app and select your Chromecast device from the list of available devices.

5. Select «Screen mirroring» from the options menu.

6. Your phone’s screen should now be mirrored on the projector via Chromecast.

7. To stop mirroring, simply tap the «Stop mirroring» button in the Google Home app.

Note: Some apps, such as YouTube, may have a built-in Chromecast button that you can use to directly cast content to your projector without mirroring your phone’s screen. To use this feature, open the app and tap the Chromecast button. Select your Chromecast device from the list of available devices and the content will be displayed on the projector.

Method 4. Via Video Streaming or Screen Mirroring
Projector manufacturers add video streaming or screen mirroring support to their devices. Before buying any projector, you need to confirm if it supports wireless screen mirroring. Also, you need to make sure that your device supports applications that allow you to connect to a projector.

1. Make sure your phone and projector are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

2. Install a video streaming or screen mirroring app on your phone. There are many apps available for both Android and iOS, including popular options like AirPlay, Miracast, and Google Home.

3. Open the app and select the projector as the display device.

4. Follow the app’s instructions to start streaming or mirroring your phone’s screen.

5. Depending on the app you’re using, you may need to adjust settings such as video quality or screen orientation to optimize the viewing experience.

6. Once connected, you should be able to display content from your phone on the projector, including movies, TV shows, photos, and presentations.

7. To stop streaming or mirroring, simply exit the app or disconnect from the projector within the app.

Note: The specific steps for connecting your phone to a projector through video streaming or screen mirroring may vary depending on the app you’re using and the type of projector you have. Make sure to consult the app’s instructions or online support resources if you encounter any issues.

Part 4. How to Connect Your Phone To Your Projector— Wireless Connection

Smart projectors like the XGIMI HORIZON Pro comes with 2 HDMI ports and other cable connection options. HORIZON Pro and other XGIMI projectors come with official Google Android TV™ systems, giving users full access to all that the Google ecosystem offers. The XGIMI HORIZON Pro goes one step further with the Chromecast built-in feature, allowing users to project their favorite content from any device. Also, XGIMI projectors support displays by screen mirroring apps on Android and iOS devices.

To connect your Android devices to your XGIMI HORIZON Pro, follow these following steps:
● Download and install ‚Google Home‘ from the Google Play Store and connect it to your projector via WiFi.
● From the homepage of Google Home, select the ’screen mirroring‘ option.

The following steps will help you connect your iOS devices to your projector:
● Download and install the AirScreen app from Google Play Store via the Android TV™ system.
● Launch the AirScreen app on your XGIMI HORIZON Pro.
●Connect via WiFi to any iOS-enabled device (iPhone, iPad, MacBook) and use the Airplay feature to mirror the screen.

The built-in Chromecast feature offered by XGIMI HORIZON Pro is an added advantage that streamlines the screen mirroring process, making it easier to cast all kinds of content from your smartphone to your projector. To use the Chromecast built-in, follow the instructions below:
● Connect your device and the XGIMI projector to the same WiFi network.
● On your device, launch the Chromecast-enabled app, and click on the Chromecast built-in icon.
●Select the correct XGIMI projector and start projecting your favorite content.

For excellent 4K displays and high-quality projecting from your phone, we recommend the XGIMI HORIZON Pro home projector. The HORIZON Pro features Intelligent Screen Adaptation (ISA) technology that helps you save time during setup with autofocus, auto keystone correction, auto screen alignment, and auto obstacle avoidance. The projector also features bright displays, up to 1500 ISO Lumens, supports 4K resolution, and is fitted with the X-VUE 2.0 image engine and MEMC, which sharpen your displays with lifelike resolution.

Part 5. Conclusion

Connecting your phone to your projector has numerous advantages, and helps you adapt to any kind of setting. If you are on a camping trip, internet connections can be tricky, so you can easily project your favorite shows and movies from your phone. If you need to project content that is not on the internet like family events, pictures, or saved presentations, a smartphone–projector connection is what you need.

You can easily connect wirelessly through screen mirroring apps or the ‚cast screen‘ feature on your Android or iOS devices. Also, the Chromecast built-in makes it easier to project your desired content straight from your Android device. The XGIMI HORIZON Pro supports screen mirroring and comes with the Chromecast built-in feature.

If you are not a fan of wireless connections, the XGIMI HORIZON Pro comes with 2 HDMI ports that you can use to connect your smartphone to your projector. If your smartphone/device has a USB-C port, you can use a USB Type C cable and an HDMI adapter to connect your device to your home projector.