After some adjustments, this is the light setting that I'm most attracted to. The red from the cichlids really pop out beautifully in this tone. Personally, the lighting that came with he hood is somewhat too strong/bright. It's more pleasing to the eye since the lighting intensity has reduced. I guess the saying "less is more" applies.
Next upgrade will be sticking the Oyana sticker onto the back glass. It's gonna be tough as the back of the tank is against the wall.