Leica Cine Play 1 Plus 4K Laser Home Cinema Projector

The Leica Cine Play 1 Plus is a 4K laser home cinema projector with a triple RGB laser and a Leica Summicron zoom lens, delivering up to 4,200 ANSI lumens and image sizes up to 300 inches.

It is the successor to the Cine Play 1 and builds on its proven technology and aluminium design – with noticeably more brightness, better contrast, Apple Home and Control4 integration and a new transport box included. Leica hasn't thrown out the recipe, just added some seasoning.

Why the Cine Play 1 Plus?

Because it carries the same optical signature Leica has cultivated in camera lenses for over a hundred years. The Summicron zoom lens is not a marketing sticker, but the reason the image looks so calm and natural. New laser diodes deliver up to 4,200 ANSI lumens in Ultra mode, around 40 percent more than its predecessor – which helps with large images and in rooms that aren't fully darkened. The aluminium housing with glass front and aluminium back panel looks good even when switched off.

What you'll see and hear

The triple RGB laser renders 4K with more than 100 percent of the Rec. 2020 colour space, supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG, and pulls deeper blacks out of dark scenes thanks to 2,000:1 contrast. Leica Image Optimization ensures a clean picture across the entire zoom range. If you game, you'll appreciate latency below 12 milliseconds at 1080p and 120 Hz.

Sound comes from two 10-watt speakers with Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X – surprisingly full for relaxed movie nights. For a real cinema feel we recommend a soundbar or an AV receiver (see "Goes well with"). Setup is pleasantly unspectacular: the projector aligns the image and focuses itself automatically, and with VIDAA 9.6 over 400 apps run directly on the device. Streaming services are an option, not a must – a console, Blu-ray player, hard drive or laptop work just as well.

Who is the Cine Play 1 Plus for?

For anyone who wants a big home cinema picture and wants to stay flexible: in the living room, bedroom, kitchen or garden. Anyone who claims a projector belongs in the basement has never seen one on a terrace. Plain talk: at 6.7 kg and with a fixed spot in mind, it is not a pocket projector – for regular transport the lighter Cine Compact 1 is the better choice. And if you are building a fully blacked-out reference cinema with maximum black level, classic home cinema projectors offer more contrast; 2,000:1 is solid for a laser all-rounder, but not a reference.

Our verdict

For us at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, the Cine Play 1 Plus proves that a successor can be more than a fresh coat of paint: more light, more contrast, better smart home integration, plus a transport box you would otherwise have to buy separately. If you want Leica optics in your living room, this is the brightest version so far.

Questions about placement, the right screen or how it works with your AV receiver? Call us, write to us or get in touch via WhatsApp – we are happy to advise you.

Technical data

• Light source: Direct triple RGB laser, over 25,000 hours lifetime
• Resolution: 3840 × 2160 pixels (4K UHD), 0.47" DLP chip (XPR)
• Optics: Leica Summicron zoom lens
• Brightness: up to 4,200 ANSI lumens (Ultra mode)
• Contrast: 2,000:1 (dynamic up to 2 million:1)
• Colour space: over 100 % Rec. 2020
• Throw ratio: 0.9–1.5:1 (optical)
• Image size: 65–300 inches
• Frame rate: 4K at 60 Hz, 2K at 120 Hz and 240 Hz
• HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG
• Image processing: Leica Image Optimization (LIO), MEMC
• Gaming: latency under 12 ms at 1080p and 120 Hz
• 3D: yes (DLP Link)
• Alignment: automatic image alignment and autofocus
• Speakers: 2 × 10 watts, Dolby Audio, DTS Virtual:X
• Noise level: under 32 dB(A)
• Connections: 2 × HDMI 2.1 (one with eARC), 2 × USB 3.0, 1 × LAN, 1 × optical digital output (Toslink), 1 × headphone/audio output
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.4, Apple AirPlay, screen mirroring
• Operating system: VIDAA 9.6, with voice control and streaming apps
• Smart home: Apple Home and Control4
• Remote control: aluminium, with voice control
• Material: aluminium housing including back panel, glass front
• Power consumption: 247.8 W (operation), 0.5 W (standby), 2 W (network standby)
• Dimensions (W×H×D): 261 × 229 × 242 mm
• Weight: approx. 6.7 kg
• Warranty: 3-year manufacturer's warranty (with registration)
• Scope of delivery: projector, aluminium remote control with 2 AAA batteries, power supply, power cable, quick start guide, EPP transport box (Leica Floor Stand 1 optionally available)

Frequently asked questions

What's new in the Cine Play 1 Plus compared with the Cine Play 1?

The Cine Play 1 Plus is brighter and has more contrast: thanks to new laser diodes it reaches up to 4,200 ANSI lumens in Ultra mode (Cine Play 1: 3,000) with 2,000:1 contrast. Also new are Apple Home and Control4 integration, an EPP transport box in the box and a more powerful power supply. The optics, aluminium housing and 4K resolution remain proven.

Do I absolutely need a screen?

No, you can also project onto a bright, smooth wall. For maximum colour accuracy, contrast and an even picture at full size, however, we recommend a high-quality projector screen. Which one suits your room and ambient light, we are happy to work out with you in person – ideally with a few details about your living room.

Does the Leica Floor Stand 1 fit the Cine Play 1 Plus?

Yes. The Floor Stand 1 places the projector freely in the room, and power runs through pin contacts in the base – with no visible cable on the projector. The stand is not included and is available separately. Without it, the Cine Play 1 Plus stands on its own foot with a tilt bracket, for example on a sideboard.

Can I swap the power supply with the Cine Play 1 or Cine Compact 1?

No, absolutely not. The Cine Play 1 Plus has a new, more powerful power supply with a higher output voltage. Connected to a Cine Play 1 or Cine Compact 1, it can damage those devices. So always use only the power supply delivered with your projector. If in doubt, talk to us before you plug anything in.

Which connections does the Cine Play 1 Plus have?

The Cine Play 1 Plus has two HDMI 2.1 ports (one with eARC), two USB 3.0 ports, LAN, an optical digital output (Toslink) and a headphone/audio output. It also offers Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4 and Apple AirPlay. A console, Blu-ray player, hard drive and soundbar or AV receiver can be connected directly.

What warranty applies to the Leica Cine Play 1 Plus in Switzerland?

The Leica Cine Play 1 Plus comes with a 3-year manufacturer's warranty, provided you register the device with Leica. If you have a technical problem, contact us or the Leica service centre Switzerland directly (Telion AG, Schlieren, phone +41 44 732 17 05). Keep your receipt with the serial number handy – that's the fastest way.

Why buy the Leica Cine Play 1 Plus at HD Zürisee?

We advise you on placement, screen, ambient light and how the projector works with your existing system. On request we take care of delivery and installation on site. As an authorised dealer in Wädenswil we handle the warranty properly, and our technician keeps helping you after the purchase.

Goes well with

For the right cinema sound: soundbars or an AV receiver with surround speakers. For the connection: HDMI cables in the right length. For free-standing placement in the room: the Leica Floor Stand 1 under home cinema accessories.