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Old 03-28-2024, 05:07 AM
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Originally Posted by MikeVillages View Post
Many TVs & soundbars are connected using a hdmi cable, it also has a power cord. If the sound bar includes a subwoofer, try to get one that only needs a power connection and is wirelessly connected to the sound bar. Online stores usually have instructions & howto videos.
Many of the newer soundbars have an option to use an HDMI or an optical cable connection for the sound. But, I have found that using an optical cable is a simple hook up that provides equivalent digital sound to an HDMI cable. Most TVs have an optical audio output connection on the back that can be used to connect the TV directly to the soundbar. You do need to change the TV sound setting to "external speakers".