There is no such thing as an HDMI ARC cable. Any HDMI cable will work universally for HDMI and HDMI ARC/eARC ports. Only a few very outdated HDMI cables could potentially struggle with some of the higher quality audio formats with eARC, but this is unlikely to happen.
Do you need a special HDMI cable for ARC?
Using HDMI ARC does not require a new HDMI cable. Any HDMI cable should be able to cope with the requirements – it’s only when we move on to eARC this could (potentially) become an issue.
How do I know if my HDMI supports ARC?
How do I know if my TV supports ARC or eARC? ARC and eARC compliant HDMI ports are normally labeled with the letters “ARC” or “eARC” for easy identification. Check your TV’s HDMI ports to see if ARC or eARC is printed on any of these ports. *Note: Most TVs only have one HDMI ARC or eARC port.
Do all HDMI cables support eARC?
Not all HDMI cables can let you experience the full capacity of eARC. Some HDMI cables do not have enough bandwidth to carry high-frame-rate video and high-bit-rate audio channels. However, high-speed HDMI cables with Ethernet are enough to support eARC, just like the next generation Ultra-High-Speed HDMI Cables.
Do you need a special HDMI cable for ARC?
Using HDMI ARC does not require a new HDMI cable. Any HDMI cable should be able to cope with the requirements – it’s only when we move on to eARC this could (potentially) become an issue.
What do I do if my TV doesn’t have an HDMI ARC?
If the TV has no ARC label on its HDMI ports, connect the HDMI cable to any HDMI ports on the TV and to the HDMI OUT (ARC) on the home theatre system or home audio system. Then connect an optical cable to the optical output port of the TV and the DIGITAL IN (TV) port on the home theatre system or home audio system.
What HDMI cable is needed for ARC?
HDMI ARC is supported in HDMI 1.4 and newer HDMI versions, while eARC is only supported in HDMI 2.1 cables. Since ARC is part of the standards and specifications of those HDMI versions, there are no different HDMI cables specifically with or without ARC support.
Do I need HDMI ARC for soundbar?
If you want to connect your soundbar using HDMI, your TV will need to support ‘HDMI-ARC’ – it stands for ‘Audio Return Channel’ and means the audio can travel in both directions along the cable.
How do I connect my soundbar to my TV without HDMI ARC?
When you connect an external device to TV (without ARC) and Sound Bar, connect the HDMI cable (sold separately) from the external device to the TV. Then, connect the external device to the Sound bar using an optical cord (sold separately). If you want to connect to just the TV, then the HDMI connection is unnecessary.
Is there an eARC adapter?
Arcana is the WORLD’S FIRST eARC adapter that allows ANY HDMI source FULL AUDIO to ANY eARC sound system for up to Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby MAT Atmos, DTS-X, DTS-HD Master Audio and older formats. With latest firmware, Arcana now also support ARC sound system !
Is HDMI 2.1 and eARC the same?
Is HDMI 2.0 enough for eARC?
eARC technology is configured to use the Ethernet channel on HDMI cables. So as long as the HDMI 2.0 cable you’re using has Ethernet, it should support eARC.
Can the HDMI ARC output on my TV be used as normal HDMI?
Can the HDMI ARC Output on My TV be Used as Normal HDMI? Yes. HDMI cables are an all-in-one solution. If you plug a regular HDMI cable into the ARC port, it will act as a regular HDMI.
Do I need HDMI ARC for soundbar?
If you want to connect your soundbar using HDMI, your TV will need to support ‘HDMI-ARC’ – it stands for ‘Audio Return Channel’ and means the audio can travel in both directions along the cable.
Do you need a special HDMI cable for ARC?
Using HDMI ARC does not require a new HDMI cable. Any HDMI cable should be able to cope with the requirements – it’s only when we move on to eARC this could (potentially) become an issue.
Do older TVs have HDMI ARC?
Normally, the best way to connect a soundbar to a TV would be to use HDMI ARC. But your older TV most likely does not have an HDMI ARC port. The good news is you can probably still get both of the devices to connect.
How do I connect my home theater ARC without HDMI?
You simply take one end of your digital optical cable and insert connect it to the digital optical output port on your TV. Then, you take the other end of the cable and insert it into the digital optical input port on the receiver connected to your surround sound speaker system.
Can I use HDMI ARC as regular HDMI?
Can the HDMI ARC Output on My TV be Used as Normal HDMI? Yes. HDMI cables are an all-in-one solution. If you plug a regular HDMI cable into the ARC port, it will act as a regular HDMI.
Are all HDMI cables the same?
Although there are different HDMI standards, with HDMI 2.0 being the most recent, there are only two HDMI cable standards: Standard and High Speed. Standard is out-of-date now and supports lower resolutions; High Speed supports everything, including the HDMI 2.0 standard, which gives you 4K TV at 60fps (Ultra HD).
What is better HDMI ARC or optical?
HDMI ARC is a better option. It supports Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, and up to 7.1 channels of uncompressed audio while Digital Optical only supports Dolby Digital and up to 5.1 channels of uncompressed audio.
What is the difference between HDMI and HDMI CEC?
Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is a feature of HDMI designed to allow users to command and control devices connected through HDMI by using only one remote control. For example, by using the remote control of a television set to control a soundbar, set-top box and or Blu-ray player.
What HDMI cable do I need for a soundbar?
Most soundbars and TVs have an HDMI port. Keep in mind you need to use an HDMI ARC or eARC cable and port. If you don’t have this, you’ll need an optical cable in addition to an HDMI cable. With an HDMI 2.0b cable, you can transmit the sound of your television to your soundbar.
