Can I control my soundbar with my TV remote?

Setting up your TV's audio output will allow you to control the soundbar's volume using your remote. Once the output is set up, you can then choose to connect either a digital optical cable or an HDMI cable to the soundbar. After you do that, you'll be able to use one remote for both your TV and soundbar.

How do I get my TV remote to control my soundbar?

Do you need separate remote for soundbar?

1-3 of 3 Answers. If you leave the sound bar on, then the TV remote will control both the TV and sound bar. Then you only need the sound bar remote for tweaking the settings.

Can I control speaker volume with TV remote?

Select [Sound] → [Headphone/Audio Out] → [Audio Out] → [Audio Out] in the sound setting menu → [Fixed] or [Variable]. Select [Fixed] to adjust the volume using the connected audio system's remote control. Select [Variable] to adjust the volume with the TV's remote control when using an external audio system.

Can you use any remote for soundbar?

You can use a universal remote to control your soundbar. Several solutions can fix this. Some use IR technology to communicate, while others rely on hardwired connections like HDMI ARC or a Digital Fiber Optical Cable to simplify controls.

How to use TV remote control for TV and Soundbar or Home Theatre

How do I control my Sony soundbar with my TV remote?

Can you control volume through optical cable?

No, optical cable only carries the digital audio in one direction, no control of volume. Control of devices like an AVR from the TV's remote requires CEC which is an HDMI feature.

Why won't my TV remote change the volume?

Why won't my TV remote change Volume? The TV remote will control the TV volume by default, however, if it doesn't work at all the first thing to do is check your remote batteries. If they check good go into the TV menu under settings and see if there is an option to have the remote control volume.

Do all soundbars work with any TV?

However, you can technically pair a sound bar with just about any size TV. So when it comes to size, use your discretion. Just make sure your TV has the right connectivity to hook up your new sound bar, especially if your TV is 8 years or older.

Is it better to connect soundbar with HDMI or optical?

Soundbars like the Ray don't have HDMI inputs anyway, so the best way to connect them is directly from the source to the bar via optical, skipping the TV.

How do I sync my Samsung soundbar to my TV?

How do I control digital optical audio with remote?

Does arc control volume?

HDMI-ARC is also capable of passing high resolution audio which includes formats like Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio. Using HDMI-ARC, you can also control the volume of HDMI-ARC connected devices using your TV remote.

Can I use my Sony TV remote to control my Samsung soundbar?

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If your soundbar has an HDMI port with ARC feature, then yes. Mine is Samsung (model HWJ6000) and works great on my Sony remote control.

Can you use a universal remote for a Sony Soundbar?

It is possible to set up a universal remote control for your Sony soundbar if you have lost its remote or if it is not working correctly. In fact, you only need to add specific codes to use the universal remote control on your soundbar and other devices.

Is there an app to control Sony Soundbar?

Sony HTXT1 Overview

You can also download the free SongPal app to control the soundbar from compatible Android and iOS devices.

Why does my soundbar not turn on with TV?

The soundbar doesn't output the TV sound or doesn't turn on when the TV is turned on. This happens when Control for HDMI function of the soundbar is off. Enable the Control for HDMI function to resolve the issue. On the remote control, press and hold the VOICE button for five seconds.

Is it OK to leave soundbar on all the time?

Can you leave a soundbar on all the time? Just like any other speaker, you can damage your soundbar if you leave it on all the time. It can get overheated, pose a fire hazard, and unnecessarily use up energy.

Does HDMI ARC turn on soundbar?

Using Anynet+ and ARC

Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT port on your soundbar to your TV's HDMI (ARC) port. Set the soundbar to D.IN mode by pressing Source on the remote or soundbar. After about 2 seconds, the source will automatically change to TV ARC.

Can you control LG soundbar with TV remote?

Your LG Sound Bar is equipped with SIMPLINK technology that allows some of its functions to be controlled by your TV's remote control when connected via HDMI. Some of the controllable functions include powering your Sound Bar on/off and controlling the volume.