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[LG TV HDMI Connection] How can I connect my soundbar/set-top box?

Troubleshooting TVs 05/26/2023

Do you want to connect a soundbar to your set-top box via an HDMI cable for a richer sound?

You can connect a soundbar to your TV to enjoy a more profound and richer sound.
Make sure your soundbar has an HDMI In/Out ports (TV-ARC) before connecting it to your TV.

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Are you seeking to connect a soundbar to your set-top box?

➔ Connect a soundbar by referring to the instructions below.

1. Connect an HDMI cable with one end connected to the HDMI output on your set-top and the other end to the HDMI1/HDMI2 input port on the soundbar.
2. Connect another HDMI cable with one end connected to the HDMI output (TV eARC/ARC) on the soundbar, and the other end to the HDMI IN port on the back of your TV.

Image of connecting TV, sound bar and set-top box using Hdmi cable

3. Press the [F (functions)] button repeatedly on the soundbar and select either [HDMI1] or [HDMI2] when these options appear on the display.

Image that changes external input by pressing a button on the display of the sound bar

4. Once selected, the “HDMI” text appears on the display, indicating that the audio is successfully connected.

This guide was created for all models, so the images or content may be different from your product.

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