Part 2: How to Connect a Soundbar to a TV?

In most cases, these two elements are connected via Bluetooth and the pairing is automatic. If the latter fails, there is always a manual procedure to pair them (a forced detection button is placed behind the subwoofers).

Your installation is now complete.

Place the center speaker

These are the dialogues that are emitted by the central speaker. So that the effect is realistic, you must place this speaker next to the screen. If ever, you put it behind, you will have the impression to watch the characters dialogue on the screen while their voices come from the back of the room.

In order to better manage the constraints of your room, the center speaker can be stored below the television. It can also be put on top of the TV, depending on their shapes. The only place that is not suitable for successful sound is located behind the screen. The sound emitted by the speaker remains blocked unless the projection screen is micro-perforated, that is to say, let's pass the sound.

One possible error is the placement of the device in a cavity. The voices of your favorite actors will be cavernous.

Set up the soundbar and connect it to your smartphones

Now that you're ready, it's time to turn on your soundbar, switch your TV to AUX or HDMI depending on the TV models, if this is not done automatically.

Using the remote control on the smart soundbar, enter the setting menus to select the available options. The latter can affect sound settings using an equalizer, you can select automatic presets according to the sound environments you prefer. This step is important because it will allow you to listen to your favorite movies or programs in the best conditions.

You can also enjoy your soundbar as an external speaker for your smartphone or tablet. It is through Bluetooth pairing that this connection will be established. Select the "Bluetooth" source on your soundbar using the remote control, then turn on the same function on your smartphone. In the list of detected devices, select your smart soundbar and follow the confirmation instructions on your smartphone or tablet, often using a PIN code. That's it, your smartphone is connected you can enjoy your music and playlists on your soundbar.

I take this opportunity to tell you that depending on the model of sound bar that you have chosen, dedicated applications for smartphone and tablet will offer you extensive possibilities: streaming, multi-room listening if you have other audio equipment, etc ...

In conclusion ...

You made the right choice by acquiring a soundbar and its subwoofer. You will now be able to enjoy a spatial sound, an unprecedented immersive experience.

The films you enjoy, the concerts you like, the reports that make you vibrate will take on a new dimension. You will finally enjoy the action scenes as the intense dialogues of the actors as if you were there.

Do not hesitate according to your tastes to modify the sound parameters so that the experience is even stronger, always closer to your aspirations.

Part 1: How to Connect a Soundbar to a TV?

Cinephile, lover of intense and powerful sounds, you cracked for a superb bar of sound. You learned about models, brands, technologies and you chose the model that would offer everything you expected. Now it's time to connect your soundbar to your TV. Do you feel lost? Do you feel hesitant?

Questions still remain about your installation and do you doubt it? Relax, I will accompany you step by step in your task. In the end, fun! The pleasure of having a perfect installation, and the prospect of the pleasure of savoring and enjoying your films, concerts or reports in the best conditions.

So go ahead, unpack your purchase, your brand new soundbar!

Check the connections

The advantage of sound bars, particularly in relation to complex home-theater sets lies in the minimalist connectivity it needs to operate.

Open your package and take out the power cable, and the HDMI cable. That's all you need. Make sure your TV is equipped with HDMI jacks. Also, check whether the location of the electrical outlets is close to the soundbar.

Position the soundbar on or under the TV stable

It's time to decide where to place the smart soundbar. It should be positioned on the axis of your TV. You will need to locate the center of your TV and that of the soundbar. The sound bars are usually installed under the TV, but it is absolutely possible to position it above. As long as the axes of the bar and the TV coincide, there can be no problem.

In the most common case, you can put it under the TV, or just in front. You will simply need a stable and flat support to prevent the soundbar from vibrating.

In the second case, it is possible to fix it to the wall by means of a fixing kit that you would have procured. In this case, you will have to fix it to the wall in the axis of the TV. Depending on the model you have chosen, you must first pass the cables in the notches of the support provided for this purpose. Once the support is fixed, put the soundbar and block it.

Your smart soundbar is now installed, all you have to do is connect it. The HDMI "OUT" cable from the bar to the HDMI "IN" connection of the TV. If you have another device, such as a Blu-ray player, satellite receiver, or another device, you will connect them to the other HDMI connections on the soundbar using HDMI cables.

Then connect the power cable to an AC outlet and your sound bar, voila!

Install the subwoofer if you have one

In order to boost the sound bar, it may be that a subwoofer has been provided unless you have purchased it separately.

The question to ask is the location of this box. In general, I recommend to position it near the soundbar, in front of the viewers. The rendering will be better by sending the sound optimally. The subwoofers connect to the mains using a supplied power cable. You must then connect the box to the soundbar.

How to Install A Soundbar?

The sound bars meet two important criteria: to guarantee an optimal sound quality and to be able to be installed anywhere thanks to their reduced size. If a soundbar is easy to install, it is still necessary to find the perfect place to place it to enjoy the best surround effect.

CHOOSE THE IDEAL LOCATION

It's all about location in the installation of a smart soundbar. As a rule, the soundbar is placed under the TV stand, but nothing prevents you to find a different place. You can also fix it to the wall using a wall bracket. Note, however, that this choice will make it more difficult to move ... In any case, you must be aware of the added value of a soundbar: generate a sound enveloping by reverberating on the walls of the room where it is located to get back to your ears all around you. This requires placing your TV in a "closed" room with a reasonable distance between the 3 walls facing the soundbar. It is in this configuration that you will fully enjoy the surround effect!

CONNECT THE SOUNDBAR

You can connect your bar to your TV with an RCA cable or possibly an HDMI cable, which offers better sound quality. Make sure to connect your audio cable to the audio output of your TV. If your TV has multiple HDMI jacks, check to see if it has ARC output. This will allow all audio sources to be redirected to the soundbar. Once connected, turn on your television before turning on your sound bar to avoid damaging the speakers when you turn on the power.

ADD ACCESSORIES

Once your soundbar is operational, you can try to improve it. A subwoofer, for example, will add more depth to the sound of your bar. In addition to your TV, you can also connect other devices to your soundbar, such as a Blu-Ray player. If your ARC jack is already in use, connect the player with a standard HDMI jack. You can then activate a Bluetooth connection to your soundbar using your phone or tablet to connect one or more devices to your device.