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How do I get my HDMI ARC to work?
Connect other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI ARC input on the TV. Set the HDMI Control setting on the receiver to ON….How to activate the Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature
- Press the Home or Menu button on the TV remote.
- Select Settings or Setup.
- Select HDMI.
- Select Control for HDMI.
- Select ON.
Will any HDMI work for ARC?
While many TVs auto-detect devices with ARC capability, others require you to turn on the feature manually. Finally, just plug in your stuff. This is dead simple; any HDMI cable will work. The only thing to keep in mind is that the ARC-enabled port needs to be connected to your external audio device.
Why is there no sound coming from my soundbar?
Ensure the volume is turned up on your soundbar. Ensure the audio cable is fully inserted into the sockets of your TV and soundbar. If you are using an optical cable, you may also need to change the audio settings to ‘External Speaker’ or similar on your TV, as televisions can be set to ‘TV Speaker’ by default.
Do I really need eARC?
Support for all relevant audio codecs isn’t compulsory, so you can’t simply assume that a TV will be able to send a 5.1 Dolby Digital or DTS soundtrack from a movie over ARC. It simply strips out the core 5.1 data stream. If you want this level of functionality, you’ll need HDMI eARC.
Why isn’t my soundbar working with my TV?
Make sure that the ARC feature of your audio device is set to ON or AUTO. Verify that sound is output from the TV after turning on the TV and then the audio device. Make sure that your audio device is set to TV input. Change the TV audio output setting to PCM and check whether sound is output.
Is HDMI MHL the same as ARC?
HDMI 2 MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) is used for connecting compatible tablets, smart phones or other devices to your TV. HDMI 4 ARC (Audio Return Channel) offers two way communication between devices over a single HDMI connection.
Why is my HDMI video not working?
There are several reasons why your HDMI sound might not be working. The problem could be anywhere from your PC, the HDMI cable, to your monitor or TV. Start out by plugging your HDMI to another PC.
Can a HDMI cable fail?
Yes HDMI cables can most certainly fail. Most common HDMI problems is a “snow flake” effect. I experienced this with the GE HDMI cables they sell at Target. It started out with snow flake effect and then the picture would flicker from time to time along with sound.
How do you connect a HDMI cable to a laptop?
Connect the HDMI cable to the large USB-type HDMI port on the rear or side of the laptop. The ends of the HDMI cable are the same; so, it does not matter which end you connect to the laptop. Connect the other end of the cable to an empty HDMI port on the TV.
What is this HDMI ARC port on my TV?
Essentially, the HDMI ARC port lets you use HDMI as both an input and an audio output. 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.