How do I connect my Philips soundbar to my Philips TV?

To connect, insert the HDMI cable in the TV HDMI port labeled HDMI ARC. Your TVs HDMI ARC port may be labeled differently. Refer to your TV owners manual for HDMI ARC and CEC operation of your TV. Press the ARC button on the Sound Bar remote to select the ARC input.

How do I connect my Philips soundbar?

the SoundBar to Bluetooth mode. » BT is displayed on the display panel, blinking. Bluetooth, search for and select PHILIPS HTL5140 to start connection (see the user manual of the Bluetooth device on how to enable Bluetooth). » During connection, BT on the display panel blinks. 3 Wait until the SoundBar beeps.

How do I connect my Philips soundbar to my TV without HDMI?

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Some TV's come with a 3.5 mm output jack. This is the same kind of connection that is used in headphones. Simply plug one end into the TV and the other into the soundbar.

How do I connect my soundbar to my TV that doesn't have an HDMI ARC?

How do I connect my Philips sound system to my TV?

Use a RCA audio cable(1), connect one end to the 'AUDIO OUT/DIGITAL' coaxial output on the back of the TV. Connect the other end to the digital coaxial input of the audio equipment. Turn on the TV and select a program. Switch on the audio equipment and select the input to which the TV is connected.

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Why Philips soundbar is not working?

Check whether there is any new software at the “Software and drivers” section on the Philips Support website. Power off the TV and Home Theatre system, disconnect the HDMI cable. Then re-connect everything again and power on both devices to setup again.

How do I reset my Philips soundbar?

Reset the Soundbar with your remote control

Once you have the remote please press the following buttons: BASS+, VOL-, and TREBLE+. Please press these in that order and within 3 seconds. The Soundbar will automatically turn off and back on again. The sound settings are now set to default.

Why is my soundbar not working with my TV?

If you're using an analog connection, make sure the TV volume is turned up. If the TV's analog audio output is set to “variable” and you're getting no sound from the soundbar, try turning the TV's volume up. If the TV is turned down all the way, you'll hear no sound even if the soundbar is set to full volume.

Is it better to connect soundbar with HDMI or optical?

The major difference is that HDMI cables can pass higher resolution audio which includes formats found on Blu-ray like Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master audio. Fiber optic cables won't be able to transmit these high-res sound formats.

How do I sync my soundbar to my TV?

Press Sound Control on the soundbar remote, and then use the Left/Right buttons to adjust until sound is synced.

How do I know if my Philips TV has Bluetooth?

Check Your Remote & Settings

One clear indicator of your TV's Bluetooth capabilities is your TV's remote. Not the remote you use for your cable box, the actual remote that came with the TV. What is this? If your remote has Smart TV options, then you definitely have Bluetooth capability.

Where is Bluetooth setting on Philips TV?

Why won't my Philips Bluetooth speaker connect?

If you encounter problem with pairing or connecting your Philips Bluetooth speaker with your smart phone, try the following. Make sure both the speaker and the smartphone are probably charged. Check whether the speaker is already connected with another Bluetooth-enabled device.

Why is there no sound coming out of 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.

How do I connect my Philips soundbar to my optical cable?

Using an optical cable, connect the OPTICAL connector on your Soundbar to the OPTICAL OUT connector on the TV or other device. The digital optical connector might be labeled SPDIF or SPDIF OUT.

How do you use a Philips soundbar speaker?

Plug the Soundbar and the subwoofer into the mains sockets and then press on the unit or remote control to switch the unit to ON mode. The subwoofer and Soundbar will automatically pair. When the subwoofer is pairing with the Soundbar, the Pair indicator on the subwoofer will flash fast.

How do I connect my Philips home theater to my Philips TV?

What cable do I need for HDMI ARC?

To connect your TV with an ARC enabled speaker, make sure that you are using an HDMI cable 1.4 or higher. The HDMI-ARC functionality is only available through the specific port on the TV or One Connect Box, and the external speakers need to be compatible.

Is HDMI same as HDMI ARC?

While a regular HDMI connector is only able to transmit video images, ARC has an added function that allows you to transmit audio from a TV back to the source, like a receiver or soundbar. This means you only require 1 cable in order to transmit both video and audio signals.

Can you connect soundbar to regular HDMI?

There are 2 ways to connect your soundbar with HDMI: you can connect a device to your soundbar (like a Blu-ray player) and then connect the soundbar to the TV, or you can use ARC (Audio Return Channel). The first method will give you the best possible sound from external devices you regularly use.

Can I use normal HDMI port for soundbar?

Yes, you can use both devices in HDMI ARC and CEC port. HDMI (ARC) - The port of HDMI (ARC) audio return channel is a standard HDMI1.