six ways to get more from your projector

01 White wall-kers

While all our HDR projectors warrant a projection screen (admittedly an expensive extra if you’re looking at 100-inches plus), that’s not always possible. A matt white wall will do the job, but both the Optoma and Acer models offer a variety of wall colour compensation.

02 Moderate your processing

Improve your projected image by tweaking some basic settings. On the Acer V7850, reduce the Super Resolution setting to zero, and Sharpness to 3 (approx), to see fine detail without artefacts. On the Optoma, turn off the Ultra-Detail processor.

03 enhance your 4k experience

The Epson EH-LS10500 has variable levels of 4K enhancement for its pixel-multiplying trickery, rated 1–5. We stayed at 3, the best compromise for most footage

04 Improve TV picture bit by bit

To get the finest possible picture from a 4K set top box, choose 2160p resolution with a 10-bit output. This will ensure onscreen colour gradations are smooth and naturalistic.

05 Don’t forget the sound

Both Optoma and Acer projectors have integrated sound systems, but don’t bother with them. For the ultimate UHD home cinema experience, partner your 4K big screen with a kickass sound system instead.

06 Automate your cinema

Ever wondered about that 12v trigger option on the back of the projector? Well, if you buy an electric screen you can use the trigger to control it. Simply run a (long) 3.5mm lead between the projector and screen controller. Turn the projector on, and the screen extends – simple!