How to Connect:
- Press the source or Bluetooth button on your soundbar to turn Bluetooth on.
- On the soundbar remote, click Pair to enter the Bluetooth pairing mode.
- Turn on your TV and go into the Bluetooth settings.
- Choose the name of your soundbar and press Pair and Connect to synchronize the devices.
Why won’t my Bluetooth Soundbar connect to my TV?
If the pairing is not working, it is typically because it is being performed incorrectly, or the device may need to be reset, updated, or may not be compatible with the soundbar. Soundbars will only pair to a bluetooth device that plays audio, like a TV, tablet, or phone.
How do I connect my Samsung wireless soundbar to my TV?
Follow the steps below to connect your soundbar to the TV.
- Prepare an HDMI cable.
- Connect the cable to the TV’s HDMI IN (ARC).
- Connect to the HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) port of the soundbar.
- Turn on the soundbar and set the Source to D.IN.
- The TV sound will be played through your soundbar.
How do I know if my TV has Bluetooth?
No matter what remote came with your TV, you can still check by looking in your settings menu. From Settings, select Sound, and then select Sound Output. If the option Bluetooth Speaker List appears, then your TV supports Bluetooth.
How do you connect a soundbar to a TV without HDMI?
Another option to connect a soundbar to a TV without HDMI would be to use an optical cable. Most TVs will have a port labelled Digital Audio Output. Once again, you’ll have to check and see if your soundbar also includes this port. If both devices have a digital audio port, simply connect them with an optical cable.
Why is my soundbar not connecting?
If you’ve connected your television set to the soundbar using a cable but there’s no audio, the most likely cause of the problem is an improper cable connection or a malfunctioning cable.Next, ensure the speaker option on the TV is set to external and check again whether you’re now getting sound.
Why is there no sound coming from my soundbar?
Try unplugging the subwoofer and/or rear speakers from the wall, and plugging them back in. You may also need to press a “pair” button on the subwoofer or rear speakers to re-connect them to your main soundbar. Check the manual for full instructions on how to do this, as it can vary from model to model.
Why is my soundbar not working with my TV?
Turn on the TV, then your audio device. Change the TV audio output setting to PCM and check whether sound is output.Reset the audio device and the TV. NOTE: To reset the TV, refer to How to perform a reset or a Factory Data Reset on an Android TV.
Why won’t my Samsung TV connect to my soundbar?
If your Samsung TV doesn’t work with your Soundbar, ensure that the Soundbar is in pairing mode.Next, on the TV, navigate Settings > Sound > Speaker Settings > TV SoundConnect > Add New Device > On. And on the same menu, make sure that the TV is set to produce sound through SoundConnect.
Why wont my Samsung Soundbar connect to my TV?
Reset the soundbar.
Reset the soundbar by powering it off and then pressing and holding the Play/Pause button until it displays ‘INIT OK’. Power on the soundbar, and then try pairing the soundbar to your TV again.
What is the best way to connect a soundbar to a TV?
In a nutshell, the best way to connect a soundbar to a TV is through HDMI ARC (audio return channel). The reason HDMI ARC is the best method is that HDMI can carry higher quality audio formats, such as Dolby True HD, PCM, and DTS Master Audio.
Do smart TVs have Bluetooth?
Yes, many smart TV models today come with Bluetooth built in. Sony, LG, Samsung, Toshiba, and Hisense, all make Bluetooth enabled smart TVs. For smart TVs that don’t have Bluetooth, you can still make them Bluetooth enabled by using a Bluetooth transmitter or downloading the TV manufacturer’s smart phone app.
Can I use a Bluetooth speaker with my TV?
Unfortunately, your TV may not offer a built-in Bluetooth network.You’ll press a button on the Bluetooth transmitter to put it in pairing mode, then press a corresponding button on your speaker to pair it with the transmitter. Once the speaker is added and activated, you can make the connection and turn up the sound.
How do I connect my Bluetooth speaker to my smart TV without Bluetooth?
How to connect a Bluetooth speaker to your TV if it doesn’t have Bluetooth. If your TV doesn’t have Bluetooth, you can invest in a low-latency Bluetooth transmitter, which plugs into your TV’s audio-out jack (3.5mm headphone jack, RCA jacks, USB or optical).
How do you connect a soundbar to a TV without an optical cable?
If you want to connect a soundbar to the TV without HDMI or optical, you have two options: go high-tech with a wireless connection or mid-tech with 3.5 mm aux or RCA cables. You can also use an auxiliary device to convert coaxial cables to another type of connection.
Do I need an optical cable for my soundbar?
You’ll get the best sound quality via an HDMI cable. Most soundbars and TVs have an HDMI port. Keep in mind that you need to use an HDMI ARC cable and connector. If you don’t have this, you’ll need an optical cable in addition to an HDMI cable.
How do I get my soundbar to work?
How to fix HDMI setup issues
- Use only an HDMI connection between the TV and the soundbar.
- Use the correct HDMI port and the correct input on the soundbar.
- Use the HDMI ARC jack on both the TV and the soundbar.
- Enable CEC on your TV.
- Check your TV’s speaker settings.
How do I turn on my TV with a soundbar?
If your soundbar and Samsung TV are connected by an optical cable, Auto Power Link will turn your soundbar on automatically when you turn on the TV.
Make your soundbar turn on automatically
- Connect your soundbar to your TV with an optical cable.
- Set the soundbar to D.IN mode by pressing Source on the remote or soundbar.
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