How to Control Your Soundbar with Your TV Remote

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Connect via the HDMI ARC or eARC port

   Identify the HDMI port on your TV labeled ARC or eARC. Connect one end of your high-speed HDMI cable to this port and the other end to the HDMI Out (ARC/eARC) port on your soundbar.

   Note: Standard HDMI ports will not support remote passthrough functionality.
2. 1 min

   Enable HDMI-CEC in your TV settings

   Navigate to Settings on your TV. Locate the External Inputs or Connection menu and find the HDMI-CEC setting, which may be labeled as Bravia Sync, Anynet+, SimpLink, or CEC depending on your brand. Toggle the switch to On.

   Note: If you do not see HDMI-CEC, check your TV's advanced system or audio settings.
3. 30 sec

   Set the audio output to External Speaker

   Go to the Sound or Audio Output menu on your TV. Change the speaker output from TV Speakers to Audio System or External Speaker to ensure the signal is routed correctly through the HDMI cable.

   Note: Some TVs switch this automatically once an eARC connection is detected.
4. 30 sec

   Enable System Audio Control on the soundbar

   Access your soundbar's companion application on your smartphone or use the manufacturer-provided remote. Ensure that the System Audio Control or HDMI Control feature is enabled within the device settings.

   Note: Check your soundbar manual if it lacks a dedicated mobile application.
5. 30 sec

   Confirm one-remote functionality

   Power off both devices using your TV remote. If both devices turn off simultaneously, the handshake is successful. Power them back on and adjust the volume to confirm the TV remote now controls the soundbar's volume level.

   Note: If volume control fails, restart both devices by unplugging them from power for 30 seconds.