Why is my Samsung HDMI ARC not working?
If your Samsung TV HDMI ARC is not working, the first troubleshooting method you need to try is unplugging all other external devices from your TV. If you unplug these devices and your HDMI ARC cord begins working, replace other devices one by one to see which is not compatible when using this cord.
What do I do if my soundbar doesn’t have ARC?
When you connect an external device to TV (without ARC) and Sound Bar, connect the HDMI cable (sold separately) from the external device to the TV. Then, connect the external device to the Sound bar using an optical cord (sold separately). If you want to connect to just the TV, then the HDMI connection is unnecessary.
Does Samsung soundbar have HDMI ARC?
If your TV supports ARC (Audio Return Channel), you can connect your TV and soundbar using an HDMI cable, so audio from your connected devices will play on the soundbar. ARC is easy to use, and you’ll enjoy excellent sound quality.
Do all soundbars need HDMI ARC?
Since ARC was introduced in 2009, it has become a very common standard, and you’ll find it on virtually all TVs, soundbars and receivers sold in recent years. Anything that works with the HDMI 1.4 standard should support ARC, but check the documentation for your specific devices to be sure.
Why is my ARC not working?
Clear cache and clear data on your Android TV device. Perform a power reset on the TV and audio system: Reconnect the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN (ARC or eARC) input of the TV and the HDMI OUT (ARC or eARC) of the audio system. Connect the power cords of both the TV and audio system, and turn on both devices.
What if I don’t have HDMI ARC?
If the TV has no ARC label on its HDMI ports, connect the HDMI cable to any HDMI ports on the TV and to the HDMI OUT (ARC) on the home theatre system or home audio system. Then connect an optical cable to the optical output port of the TV and the DIGITAL IN (TV) port on the home theatre system or home audio system.
Can HDMI be used for HDMI ARC?
Most HDMI cables should work with ARC. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the ARC-capable HDMI input in your TV and the other into the ARC-capable output on your soundbar or receiver.
How do I connect a Samsung soundbar to HDMI without ARC?
- When you connect an external device to TV (without ARC) and Sound Bar, connect the HDMI cable (sold separately) from the external device to the TV. Then, connect the external device to the Sound bar using an optical cord (sold separately).
- If you want to connect to just the TV, then the HDMI connection is unnecessary.
What do I do if my TV doesn’t have an HDMI ARC?
How do I fix arc not working?
Clear cache & reset Turn off the TV and the audio system. Disconnect the power cords (mains lead) and the HDMI cable from both the TV and audio system. Leave it disconnected for about a minute. Reconnect the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN (ARC or eARC) input of the TV and the HDMI OUT (ARC or eARC) of the audio system.