Typically, all TVs have built-in speakers producing a sound output of 20 to 50 watts. However, the stock speakers might not produce a louder sound if your TV is mounted in a large room. For an immersive sound experience on your TV, you should connect an LG Soundbar to get higher volumes with rich bass and clear treble. Whether you own an LG Soundbar with 2.1, 3.1, 5.1, or 9.1 channels, the connection process is a no-brainer.
This guide shows steps to connect an LG soundbar to a TV wirelessly via Bluetooth, and wired options, such as HDMI, Optical, and AUX cable.
How to Connect LG Soundbar to TV
You can set up an LG Soundbar wirelessly if your TV supports Bluetooth connectivity. Otherwise, consider the wired options discussed further.
Using Bluetooth
1. Bring up the settings menu on your Smart TV. Turn on Bluetooth and make it discoverable for all devices.
2. Press the Bluetooth button on your soundbar remote or the soundbar itself. This will put your soundbar in Pairing mode.
3. Go to Settings → Sound → Sound Out → Use Wireless Speaker → Bluetooth Device.
4. Select your LG soundbar from the list of available Bluetooth devices.
5. After pairing, play a movie or song on TV and listen to it on your LG soundbar.
Note: The above-mentioned steps for changing the TV audio output will differ for each TV brand. Refer to your TV’s user manual if you have any doubts.
Using HDMI Cable
1. Connect your HDMI cable to the eArc port of your LG Soundbar and your TV.
2. Next, go to Settings and choose the Sound section.
3. Then, click on the Sound Out option and select Use Wired Speaker.
4. Following that, choose the HDMI (ARC) Device option.
Now, you can hear the TV audio through your LG Soundbar.
Using Optical Cable
1. Connect the optical cable to the respective ports on your LG Soundbar and TV.
2. Change your LG soundbar’s input to Optical using the Soundbar remote.
3. Go to the Settings menu on your TV and navigate to the Sound section.
4. Select Sound Out from the menu and click on Wired Headphones.
5. From the following options, select Optical Out Device.
From now on, your LG Soundbar will play your TV’s audio.
Via AUX Cable
1. Identify the AUX OUT port on your TV and the AUX IN port on your soundbar.
2. Insert one end of the auxiliary cable into the TV’s AUX OUT and the other to the soundbar’s AUX IN port.
3. Grab the Soundbar remote and change its audio input to AUX.
4. Now, open your TV’s audio output and choose AUX.
After that, play any music on your TV and listen to it on your LG soundbar.
LG Soundbar Not Connecting to TV? Here’s What to Do
There can be several reasons why your LG Soundbar is not connecting to a TV. Here are some troubleshooting measures you can try to fix the connectivity issue.
- Check Connectivity: Ensure the cables are intact and connected firmly to the soundbar and TV. If the cables are loose, the soundbar will not work.
- Reboot devices: If your LG Soundbar or TV has bugs, you may face connectivity issues. As a quick fix, reboot your soundbar and TV to remove bugs and glitches and refresh the TV storage for faster functioning.
- Check Audio Input & Output: Many users forget to change the audio input or output on their devices after a connection. So, ensure that the input and output on the respective devices are changed to establish connectivity.
- Reset your LG Soundbar: If nothing works, reset your LG Soundbar as a final solution to your problem. Hold the WiFi button on the soundbar for 15 seconds to do so. However, if you have a different LG soundbar model, you can check the steps for resetting it on the LG website.
FAQ
You can use HDMI, AUX cable, or Bluetooth to pair your LG Soundbar to your TV.
Yes, if your LG Soundbar has a subwoofer, it can boost the bass effect using the Bass Blast feature. If you don’t have one, you can buy an LG Soundbar with a subwoofer from Amazon.
