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Most soundbars connect by HDMI ARC, optical or Bluetooth.

Last updated: October 31, 2026.

HDMI ARC or eARC

Plug the HDMI cable into the TV ARC port and the soundbar ARC port. See soundbar cables.

Optical

Use a Toslink cable if there is no ARC. Atmos is not supported.

Bluetooth

Pair from the TV settings; expect some delay.

Settings

Set TV audio output to external speaker or HDMI ARC and enable CEC if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why no sound?

Check TV audio output.

Which cable?

HDMI ARC or eARC.

Does optical do Atmos?

No.

Bottom Line

Use HDMI ARC or eARC when you can and optical as a fallback.

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