How do I connect my soundbar to my TV and computer?

How to Connect a Soundbar to a Computer

1. Figure out if your computer has a 3.5mm AUX out port, an optical port, an HDMI port, and/or Bluetooth.
2. For systems with a 3.5mm, HDMI, or optical ports, connect the applicable cable to the soundbar.
3. For systems with Bluetooth, pair the soundbar.

How do I connect the soundbar if my computer is connected to my TV with an HDMI cord?

To do this, simply run an HDMI cable from your computer to the TV, then connect a second HDMI cable to the sound bar’s ARC input.

Can you use a soundbar with a PC?

Yes. To connect a soundbar to a computer that does not have Bluetooth either use a 3.5mm cable, HDMI or buy a cheap USB Bluetooth adapter. If you’re using a PC, I recommend buying a USB Bluetooth dongle because you can use it not only for soundbars but gaming controllers and other devices too.

Can you connect soundbar with USB?

To put it simply, advancement in technology is the most probable reason why you may fail to see that “Audio-out” label on your TV’s backside. Instead, there will be one or more digital ports, e.g., HDMI, SPDIF, optical, or USB, that you can use to connect your soundbar.

Can I use HDMI splitter for TV and soundbar?

Yes, as long as the HDMI input isn’t requiring the ARC signal. If your TV doesn’t have an ARC port, then look at getting a HDMI optical splitter to split out the audio, and then run the optical cable to your soundbar.

How do I connect TV to soundbar If no HDMI ARC?

1. 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).
2. If you want to connect to just the TV, then the HDMI connection is unnecessary.