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If you recently just purchased a New TV or are planning on getting one, it might be a challenging task especially when you start to hear about terms like HDMI ARC. You can very easily start to feel overwhelmed by the multitude of specifications and abbreviations that these TVs come with.
So, to get you started, does your TV have HDMI ARC or you haven’t got a clue what it is?
Because we genuinely care about you, we’re going to tell you what HDMI ARC appreciates good audio sound on a budget. With such a feature, there’s no need to spend your hard-earned money on pricey sound equipment.
How Do You Tell If Your TV Has HDMI ARC?
There are several ways to check for this feature and if your TV supports it, here are the most common;
- One way is to check and see if there is an ARC-labeled HDMI port. Additionally, check all the ports on the back of your TV or the linked box.
- Also, most specifications of your TV are in the user manual so you might want to check there too. Do you see “HDMI 2.1 input” or “HDMI ARC” somewhere? If so, you can celebrate that means your TV has it!
- A function or mode for ARC may be found in the sound settings. If your device has one, you should find it in the settings where you can also turn it on.
- Online marketplaces like Amazon or the official website of your TV brand frequently have an extensive summary of a TV’s characteristics. To find out if your TV supports HDMI ARC or not, simply enter “the TV model” and “specifications” into a search engine and check for terms like “HDMI 2.1 input” or “HDMI ARC” in the list of features.
How to Turn on HDMI ARC Settings on your TV
You may now put the HDMI ARC function to use once you’ve determined whether your TV is compatible with it!
Also, keep in mind that the HDMI ARC settings on your TV must first be activated if you have never used them. This will enable your TV’s supported HDMI ports to deliver high-quality sound.
Depending on your TV’s type and manufacturer, this procedure will vary:
For Hisense TV
The steps listed below apply to the Hisense H9G model, however, they should also apply to several other smart Hisense devices.
- Go to the remote’s Menu button.
- Look for Sound.
- Select Audio Output and set it to ARC.
For Sony TV
You can refer to the official Sony website for instructions or follow the steps listed below to activate HDMI ARC on your Sony TV.
- Use your Sony smart TV remote to select Home/Menu.
- Proceed to Settings, which is sometimes referred to as Setup.
- Go to HDMI.
- Open the Control for HDMI and turn it ON.
For LG TV
Press the remote’s Settings button, then select All Settings
- Go to Sound
- Select Sound Out
- Select Use Wired Speaker
- Activate HDMI(ARC) Device
For Samsung TV
Anynet+ (or HDMI CEC) must first be enabled on a Samsung TV before you can activate ARC or ARC. You can find the ARC/ARC settings using this function and then activate them later.
Visit the official Samsung website to learn how to enable ARC/ARC through your TV settings after activating Anynet+ (HDMI CEC) using the steps described below.
T/Q, R/Q, N/Q, and M/Q series (Samsung TV versions from 2017)
- Click the Home button on your remote control.
- Go to Settings.
- Open General.
- Go to the External Device Manager.
- Activate Anynet + (HDMI CEC).
Samsung K series (2016)
- On your remote press the Home button.
- Open Settings.
- Go to System
- Head to Expert Settings.
- Activate Anynet + (HDMI CEC).
The Samsung J series (up until 2015).
- On your remote control, click the Menu button.
- Open System.
- Activate Anynet + (HDMI CEC).
Conclusion
The high-quality audio connection supported by HDMI ARC provides swift and clear audio signal transmission across devices. In the event your TV was developed in 2010 or later, HDMI ARC should be present. Ensure to confirm its compatibility twice because it might not support ARC.
You can go ahead and activate HDMI ARC after figuring out if your TV is capable of doing so. On Samsung TVs, turning on HDMI ARC requires first activating Anynet+ (HDMI CEC).
