

#ARC HDMI AUDIO BAR TV#
The soundbar also supports Q Symphony in compatible Samsung TVs, intelligently pairing its speakers with those of the TV to provide a bigger soundstage.
#ARC HDMI AUDIO BAR SERIES#
There’s no support for the 4K/120Hz or variable refresh rate (VRR) features now delivered by the PS5, Xbox Series X or highish-end PCs, but the same is true of almost all other current soundbars too. The HDMI loopthrough supports the HDR10+ and Dolby Vision HDR formats as well as 4K resolution at frame rates of up to 60Hz. That makes an enormous difference to the soundstage, and with both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding it delivers extremely impressive and immersive audio in movies and TV shows. This one bucks the trend, not least because it includes the rear speakers that previous models didn't. Samsung’s best flagship soundbars are great things, but its slightly less expensive models haven't always been quite so brilliant. Shrill trebles can very occasionally sound a touch harsh And when you're choosing, think about connectivity too: our soundbar picks connect over HDMI ARC, which means they take all the sound from your TV automatically, and can be controlled from your TV's remote control without any extra setup. More expensive soundbars will have extra features such as wireless connectivity so they can be used as part of multi-room speaker setups, while cheaper soundbars will just focus on the audio from your TV. We've got options for all three kinds here. The first kind is ideal for people who want the most minimal setup, the second kind is great for big sound on a budget, and the third kind is ideal for those who want a real home theater experience. Soundbars come in three main forms: all-in-one units where there's just a single soundbar unit soundbars with subwoofers and soundbars with rear speakers for surround sound. We've tested many soundbars and speaker systems, from elite units with Dolby Atmos 3D sound, to cheap soundbars that provide a simple boost to your sound, and we've whittled down our favorites for you here. But even the best TVs on the planet tend to need an external soundbar for better audio, especially cheaper TVs.

Note: If you are only using the TV as an audio source (no game console(s), DVD/Blu-Ray player(s) etc.), then you will only need an HDMI cable connecting the TV's HDMI-ARC port to the sound bar's HDMI input.Some TVs may not need a soundbar. Plug the opposite end into the gaming system, DVD/Blu-Ray, computer, etc.

Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI input on the TV.Plug the opposite end into the HDMI-ARC port on the TV.Plug an HDMI cable into the HDMI input on the sound bar.For assistance with finding what your TV manufacturer calls it's CEC, please see our article - TV Manufacturer CEC Names Most TV manufacturers have a different name for their CEC functionality ('Anynet+' for Samsung, 'Bravia Sync' for Sony etc.). You can usually find the TV's CEC settings within the TV's menu, options, settings or advanced settings. Please Note: The Cinema 400 sound bar requires the TV's CEC functionality to be turned on in order for the bar to receive audio via HDMI-ARC. Below, you will find some additional information on connecting your Cinema 400 sound bar to your TV/devices via HDMI-ARC.
