If you want to connect your TV to a soundbar via an HDMI cable, use the HDMI (e)ARC input. This is the only HDMI input with which the TV not only receives but also transmits signals. In this article, you can read what the advantages of HDMI (e)ARC are and what you need for a successful connection.
When should I use HDMI ARC?
In its most basic form, ARC uses an HDMI cable to send audio from a TV back to a receiver or soundbar. That means you can use a single cable for both audio and video — for example, from the Netflix app built into your TV or a connected game console, and then use your TV for switching.
Is HDMI ARC port better?
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.
Can I use the HDMI ARC as regular HDMI?
An hdmi arc port should just function as any other hdmi port if the device you’re plugging in isn’t arc enabled & the arc settings are disabled on the TV.
