Connecting Yamaha Soundbar to TV with HDMI ARC

[@csignia5984]

I’ve had a Yamaha sound bar for about 5 years but only used it for music. This video gave me the motivation to finally connect it to my tv. I will never use tv speakers again. Thanks dude.

[@ColdBlunts]

this comment motivates me to use it for music

[@AhmetMurati]

I have computer connected to the ATS 2070 Soundbar and all youtube videos audio is via soundbar

[@mrclean2022]

This video ended my hours of troubleshooting and researching, thank you so much! Some things to add if you're struggling with multiple speakers in addition to connecting your soundbar: - With this setup explained above, I was still able to have HDR settings on my gaming console. Gaming consoles also need the "Arc" HDMI port, but with the setup above and the console being plugged into the "In" port of the soundbar, everything works fine. - You can make sure all your speakers are connected together properly with the MusicCast app in the "Settings" -> "Edit" "Speaker set-up" line of the room you created. - If you're in the MusicCast app and messing around with the settings, you may not get live adjustments. At certain points I had to restart the video feed to get the surround sound back (i.e restart the gaming console or change the HDMI video you're currently in and then go back). Thanks again 🤙

[@ARTUR81034]

Dziękuję 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@niradnagrom2356]

You are one of the reasons I love people and we don't give each other enough credit! I don't know how I had my Yamaha sound bar hooked up to my Vizio tv earlier today but I tried to watch a movie tonight on DVD and I had no sound and like a dummy I just started unplugging cords thinking I needed to reroute some of them. The fact of the matter is that I did need to reroute one I just didn't know which or where until I did an internet search about how to hook my Vizio up to my Yamaha and my search directed me to your video. I followed your directions for hooking to a non-Sony TV and your instruction was direct and precise. I can't thank you enough! One of us in the house has a slight hearing impairment and blew the TV speakers which opened the need for a replacement. Yamaha has great sound so I bought that brand of sound bar and haven't been disappointed in the least. Everyone can hear just fine again while watching TV and now thanks to your instruction; everything is hooked up properly too! Seriously; thank you so very much for helping other human beings not as technically proficient as you! *Thank you; thank you; thank you!* BTW; you have a new subscriber! *EDIT:* Oh hey; the Cable remote now controls the sound bar too! Before using your instructions we had to use the sound bar remote for sound, a slight inconvenience, but now we don't have to. Thanks so much again! Have a great week!

[@FisherElectronics]

Thanks for the kind words, and I agree with direct and precise. The hookup instructions would work with any brand of TV and soundbar that has these features. Yes by hooking up your equipment with ARC you get to eliminate the soundbar remote, as the volume on the TV remote streaming device, cable box etc.. will work with the soundbar. If you notice your Yamaha soundbar turning off if you pause your DVR this video should take care of that. They have an auto turn off feature that turns the soundbar off if it detects no audio after a short period of time. That usually comes turned on by default Extended length video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZinh4eoZdSLeassi=wJK9NYwLw8R-YNAQ Short: kzbin.infoIyo6BKtc0kk?si=QbyYcdWXGg_yAyl8

[@rubys8788]

Thank you, I now have the soundbar working because of your advice to check the CEC settings on the tv. I don't have a Sony but was able to find it on my tv. Really appreciate this easy to understand video.

[@FisherElectronics]

Glad I could help

[@whittneybeard1671]

Awesome!! Thank you so much! All set up with my Vizio TV and I would have never figured it out without this video (got a hand me down sound bar with no manual).

[@jasoncollins3389]

Awesome video. I have a yas 408 and Sony tv. I just set mine up like you said, and it works awesomely. Thank you

[@rzunig1]

Great video, this helped me understand the ARC connection. Thanks!

[@DrewCottrell]

Thanks! With this I got my aging Samsung 1080p and Yamaha soundbar both working via Roku remote control. One remote for everything! (Roku can control TV power volume etc via HDMI-CEC port, and then TV linked to soundbar via HDMI-ARC.)

[@Spuff217]

We couldn’t have done this without you! Thank you for covering the steps from the very start to the very finish because we found the tiny step we missed! HDMI “In” instead of “Out” on the sound bar? We would have thrown the sound at against the wall before figuring that out.

[@FisherElectronics]

That's great. I'm glad it was helpful and you were able to make it work.

[@specialt1969]

is the sound better through the HDMI ARC or through the Optical? Ive had mine set up using the optical for years...please advise if you can. appreciate it

[@FisherElectronics]

Yes the sound quality improves as you move from optical to arc then to earc. This chart shows some of this in regards to types of surround sound www.reddit.com/r/Soundbars/comments/wvlyv9/my_tv_is_only_support_dolby_ms12_dolby_audio_and/

[@JT-ee1ii]

Excellent video. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@kbbuildingmaintenancekeira3534]

Thanks so much i had both hdmis connected and had to turn on sound bar everyone to use it thanks.

[@fastfiddler1625]

I was convinced the power control didn't work for me. Older Panasonic Plasma TV. It turns the sound bar off, and I thought it wasn't turning it on. Turns out, patience is a virtue. It works, but you have to give it a good 10-15 seconds.

[@lnhill33]

Thanks for the info. I have an LG TV, with fire cube, ps5, yamaha soundbar, and 2 echo studios. TV and soundbar have ARC. Soundbar has 2 hdmi ports. I get sound from my echo studio speakers using fire cube. When I want to play my game sound only comes from soundbar. I'd there a way to hook everything to work together.

[@FisherElectronics]

It may work for audio through the soundbar, if you plug all your sources directly into the TV, and not into the HDMI inputs of the soundbar. I can't guarantee it will be through everything, but we do suggest connecting sources to the TV and not into soundbars.

[@jilesharris7770]

Thank you almost just sold mine today appreciate it 😂

[@michaelvogeler9266]

If you have an older TV, I found that using the skinny cable thing works perfectly rather than HDMI.

[@samadams219]

Skinny cable thing???

[@hassana2986]

@@samadams219 optical? Unfortunately that's the only option for my old TV

[@samadams219]

@@hassana2986 get a new TV man

[@prokot12]

great Video really helped me .Thanks

[@shelbyflf]

Where is the TV oak stand purchased?thx

[@networkengineer2734]

My TV has HDMI ARC port but dont have HDMI eARC can i connect yamaha 209 to my TV

[@FisherElectronics]

That would be fine. The YAS-209 is ARC, and the TV is ARC. Even if your soundbar was eARC, you usually could connect it with a TV that was ARC, the soundbar just would not have the eARC audio codecs and features.

[@networkengineer2734]

@@FisherElectronics Does that eARC makes a big difference?

[@FisherElectronics]

@@networkengineer2734 eARC allows for Dolby Atmos surround sound, and uncompressed surround sound. You can see the main differences in the chart on this link (scroll down). www.whathifi.com/advice/hdmi-arc-and-hdmi-earc-everything-you-need-to-know

[@networkengineer2734]

@@FisherElectronics Yeah I read that but from a audience listener point of view is that causing a big difference?

[@FisherElectronics]

@@networkengineer2734 Depends on how good you hear, and your ear. Also it could depend on if you have a true surround setup with an atmos soundbar, sub and rear speakers. If your just using a soundbar with no rear speakers, it may not have as much of an effect. Some people hear things better than others, so that's why it goes back to your ear.

[@aamirsiddique2327]

Can ye get audio signal from bar from hdmi cable?

[@Knailz]

I have a Yamaha sound bar & the Sony XBR-65X850F and my sound bar will never consistently stay on. It'll stay on for a couple months, I'll fix it, then it'll go off but I never know what I do that actually fixes it. I have an HDMI cord going from ARC OUT in the sound bar to HDMI 3 ARC IN on the TV. I have the BRAVIA SYNC SETTINGS ON. I'll go to the device list and it'll sometimes show that it's connected it'll switch to External then TV then external then TV, then nothing. I don't get wtf is going wrong.

[@FisherElectronics]

Unplug all items except your soundbar and cable box or streaming device from the TV. See if this continues. If it stops one of the devices you unplugged is causing it. Replace the HDMI cable from soundbar to TV, check for software updates on TV and soundbar. If these do not work, I suspect it is the soundbar, try a different soundbar.

[@robinvarughese9796]

Thanks for this video

[@bfelton3716]

What if you don’t have an ARC input but 3HDMI inputs?

[@FisherElectronics]

Then you connect the soundbar to the optical out of your TV. Use a Toslink (Optical) cable. You would then use the soundbar remote to turn it on and off and control the volume.

[@richardcampbell2230]

I have attempted to pair my 1080 bar with my cable remote via the code (xfinity), which works yet disables the control of my TCL TV. Although it will work if I use the HDMI ARC, that disables the digital outputs on the TV which I need to operate my bluetooth unit to my hearing aides. Is there a way to enable to digital output on the TV while using the ARC? Any other suggestions?

[@FisherElectronics]

Unless there is an audio setting in the menu, there would not be a way to enable the digital output while using HDMI ARC. Since you need optical, you could try a optical splitter, and abandon the HDMI ARC, you may have to use the soundbar remote for volume and power if the cable box remote won't program to the soundbar.

[@fredsalfa]

I cant get my YAS 200 to work on my Sony TV similar to yours. The sound bar works on Alexa playing normal music but wont play on my TV?

[@FisherElectronics]

That model must not be American. I was not able to find it on the yamaha site. I only have info on American models. I would suggest connecting it with optical (toslink) or analog (red white) to the TV and selecting that input on the soundbar.

[@fredsalfa]

@@FisherElectronics Ok I’ll try that. I live in Australia so just bought what I could from the local store

[@fredsalfa]

@@FisherElectronics I got it to work with the Optical cable thanks for that. But I wonder why the HDMI ARC cable doesnt work? And everywhere I read it says that HDMI transmits higher quality audio.

[@FisherElectronics]

@@fredsalfa If your using ARC, you need to make sure the HDMI cable is connected to the HDMI (ARC) port on the TV and soundbar. If the TV does not have a port that has HDMI (ARC) it will not work. Also go into settings of the TV and soundbar and make sure HDMI ARC is turned on, and the HDMI CEC settings.

[@gozaine]

my sony tv does not recognize my yas 107. what do you suggest?

[@FisherElectronics]

make sure bravia sync is on in your sony tv. and also hdmi control is on in the soundbar. download the 107 manual and look at page 33 usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/yas-107/downloads.html#product-tabs

[@chrisblock9448]

Question? I have the Yamaha Yas 109, the subwoofer doesn't come separate so I'm asking if I add a external subwoofer to the soundbar, will the subwoofer on the soundbar play high ends or continue playing the bass ?

[@FisherElectronics]

When reading the manual of this bar it states you can add an external subwoofer to enhance the low bass. So being that is says enhance I don't think it turns off the subs in the soundbar. The bar would still offer the same mid and high range frequencies. if you get another sub, make sure it is powered (meaning it has an amplifier built in). Otherwise it will not work.

[@stateniland]

Question: I have a old Yamaha YSP1 Soundbar and a HSU Sub. My TV Sony A9S Oled.48" The soundbar works (I'm using a optical cable from Soundbar to TV) but I cannot get the sub to make a sound. The sub is hardwired. I contacted SHU and they said their sub should work with the YSP1 Any Suggestions on getting the sub to work? All the lights (on sub) are on. Thank you Joe

[@FisherElectronics]

When looking at those items, the subwoofer (or any sub) should be a powered sub, and it should be connected with the subwoofer out jack on the YSP1 soundbar to the LFE or sub input on the sub. If you still get no sound from the sub, you probably have a problem with the sub itself or maybe the soundbar sub output is not turned on. There would be no way to know unless you try a different powered sub, or move the sub to a receiver or another unit to troubleshoot.

[@stateniland]

@@FisherElectronics yes there is a simple way to 'test' the sub. I found out from contacting HSU.. Simply unplug the 'sub in' cable to sub and tap the end of the cable (with power on) and tap the end of that cable. If you hear anything from the sub then it's still good. Well I didn't hear a thing. Was told it's less expensive to buy a new on then to fix this old one. Looking for a small but good one now :)

[@FisherElectronics]

@@stateniland Yup that will do it also, Yamaha & Focal make some nice smaller powered subs.

[@stateniland]

@@FisherElectronics yes they do.. looking at the SVS PB-1000

[@kylebrandon2009]

Need a little bit of help....my Samsung Q60T Soundbar is connected to my Samsung Q60R TV HDMI ARC > HDMI ARC and I'm able to get Dolby Digital through the tv but it switches by itself to PCM when I use my google chromecast. When I use my Xbox Series X it works with Dolby Digital but there is an audio delay (half second). Here's the weird thing...this whole time on my tv settings it would say AV Samsung Q60T Soundbar but last night it said Receiver (HDMI) and all my sources worked with Dolby Digital with NO audio sync issues. Now I can't get back to that working. Am I doing something wrong? Thanks!

[@FisherElectronics]

That is a great question. These are problems that can sometimes take an hour to fix, days to fix, or maybe not get fixed. My initial thought is software bugs, or issues in which the soundbar doesn't like something about the audio from the TV, which may not like something from the xbox or chromecast. This is the downside to our world of electronics, it all runs on software, and it can be hard for everyone to play nice together. Things I would try, update software on all items, (TV, soundbar, xbox, chromecast...etc...) Call Samsung and see if you get lucky with setting changes. Also try going into audio settings of all devices, (xbox, chromecast, tv) and setting them the same, either dolby digital or PCM. PCM will be the better bet to be more reliable, but would not support dolby atmos if you cared about that. Those are things I can think of now, best of luck.

[@kylebrandon2009]

@@FisherElectronics PCM is good depending on what the device is. Sucks on Xbox I'd rather have dolby digital. Chromecast PCM isn't that bad sounds good. Ive tried everything you said. Today I'm trying a 3 ft hdmi arc cable from tv arc to Soundbar arc to see if that fixes. Maybe it's a latency issue

[@FisherElectronics]

@@kylebrandon2009 Yeah changing the soundbar would be the next thing. Also make sure you have 18GB HDMI cables with ARC....which you probably do. This may be some crazy issue you would never think of.

[@kylebrandon2009]

@@FisherElectronics yeah honestly I feel like it's something stupid and easy. Something keeps telling me that the arc cable I'm using right now that came with the Soundbar is having trouble taking sound from Xbox to tv then to the Soundbar. So if I change the cable to a 3 ft vs. the 4.5 I currently use maybe that latency changes

[@FisherElectronics]

@@kylebrandon2009 Ive never seen the cable length (that short) cause those issues. Sure after you get past 25' if you don't have the right cable or do it differently things can happen. A defective or wrong type of cable would be more likely if it was related to the hdmi cable.

[@florencioluis5479]

How can i pair the sound bar to subwoofer without remote control?

[@FisherElectronics]

For the music cast 400, there is a small button on the back of the subwoofer for pairing. Either press this button or press and hold until the light blinks for pairing. Otherwise check your yamaha soundbar model and find your manual here.. usa.yamaha.com/support/manuals/index.html

[@ericabrown7421]

I did everything as you instructed, paired the subwoofer with my mobile device and get nothing from the subwoofer. Can you please help if possible. Thinking it's defective.

[@taylorhardaway8031]

Why is using hdmi better than just using the optical cable? Is it actually better for the sound quality?

[@FisherElectronics]

Using HDMI allows for ARC, if you connect it to a TV with an HDMI (ARC) input. That sends the audio back to the soundbar (on the HDMI cable), allowing your TV speakers to turn off. It also allows you to use the TV or satellite remote to control the soundbar volume. Generally you can eliminate the soundbar remote with ARC. Regarding audio. Optical and HDMI cables can do most of the same audio, however if you want Dolby atmos, then optical can't do that. You would need to use an HDMI cable while using eARC. (enhanced arc) The soundbar and TV would both need to have eARC HDMI connectors, or be upgraded to this with a firmware update from the manufacturer.

[@taylorhardaway8031]

Fisher Electronics sweet, appreciate the reply. I just got a Yamaha sound bar from Costco and am trying to compare the audio to the 70s bookshelf speakers I have. They are really just kind of different, but based on what you said it doesn’t seem like an hdmi will really help the sound so I won’t get one. Also, I’m trying to figure out the best settings for the remote regarding the subwoofer settings (mine are two little side ones connected to the bar), surround vs stereo and so forth if your looking for an idea for another video. My particular sound bar is pretty much the same as in this video, just without a separate subwoofer.

[@FisherElectronics]

@@taylorhardaway8031 I would still recommend getting a sub with an HDMI ARC connection instead of optical. Keep in mind if you do optical, you will have to use the soundbar remote to turn it on and off when the TV turns on and off, and also to control the volume. Regarding the controls, most yahama soundbars offer a clear voice option. This is the first choice we like. I have played with the 3d surround and surround option on our bar, and didn't hear much of a difference. So we like the clear voice feature, as clients always want to make sure they hear the voice the best.

[@taylorhardaway8031]

Fisher Electronics sweet again appreciate the response! My sound bar (Yamaha ATS-1080) can utilize an hdmi cord, but if it doesn’t help the sound I’d rather have the hdmi port used for my Blu Ray, Switch, and Roku stick and don’t really mind the extra controller. I’ve got all those same buttons for clear voice and stuff, but don’t really understand the difference. I’ve left it at 3d surround with probably 70% subwoofer. Thanks again.

[@alexwolf4000]

I hope to use this with my projector , so does it come with Netflix app or possibility of downloading it?

[@FisherElectronics]

No it does not have the ability to download or use the netflix app on the soundbar itself.

[@samadams219]

@@FisherElectronics maybe he meant the TV? 😬

[@Jbohn31]

Where’s the pairing button on this sound bar I can’t seem to pair it via Bluetooth to tv…

[@mohann2289]

Can I connect soundbar with hdmi passthrough to my pc and monitor

[@FisherElectronics]

We only recommend connecting all your equipment to the TV and then taking audio out of your TV to the soundbar.

[@TheNikesh85]

Will turning on the Soundbar using its remote turn on the TV as well?

[@fisherelectronics582]

Probably not. However that depends on your TV and HDMI CEC settings in the TV. We currently have this soundbar connected to a XBR55X950H (the TV model in the video was a 950G). When I turn on the soundbar with the TV off, the TV remains off. However if you have a different model or brand, that may not be the case.

[@TheNikesh85]

@@fisherelectronics582 thanks

[@andrewlee3625]

There is a sound lag vs picture using HDMI ARC. How do I resolve this problem?

[@FisherElectronics]

This is most likely from the audio processing between your video source (cable box/streaming device), TV and soundbar. It may only happen on a few channels. You want to look at the audio settings in the source device (Cable box, streaming unit etc...) and change it to the basic audio settings, such as stereo, or PCM. Not something like dolby digital or digital plus. Do these same audio setting changes in the TV audio menu. If these settings are there that usually clears it up.

[@franciscoheredia77]

My doesn’t connect to the subwoofer. Do you know why this happens?

[@gilbertreyes2802]

How I connect to the mixer bec I want to put microphone but doesn’t have aux in put only hdmi in and hdmi out put please help me this situation thank u..

[@FisherElectronics]

There is a 3.5mm analog input with the HDMI ports on the bar. However you need to only use a RCA line out of your mixer, and not the speaker output jacks to connect to this soundbar. Connect your mic to the mixer and not this soundbar.

[@gilbertreyes2802]

Fisher Electronics we don’t we analog in my sound bar bec my sound bar is Yamaha 209 how we connect to the mixer thank u

[@FisherElectronics]

@@gilbertreyes2802 Then if you have a different model, and it is only HDMI it would not be possible.

[@gilbertreyes2802]

Fisher Electronics what adapter I need to use for this Yamaha 209 to connect in the mixer thank u

[@frankg.39]

my tv doesn't have an hdmi arc, what do I do?

[@ciriaconlinechannel8943]

My Yamaaha YAS 108 does not work with my TCL Android TV thru ARC.

[@FisherElectronics]

Check for software updates on the TV and soundbar. Make sure the HDMI CEC or HDMI control is enabled in both the TV and soundbar. Here is the manual for the soundbar. You are looking for page 37 at the bottom to configure HDMI control in the soundbar usa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/1/1202741/web_AV17-0065_YAS-108_om_UAB_En_A0.pdf If control is enabled in both the TV and soundbar and HDMI ARC still does not work, I would try a different TV, or exchange soundbar. We recommend staying with bigger TV name brands, Sony, Samsung, LG.

[@ciriaconlinechannel8943]

@@FisherElectronics Thank you . Much appreciated. Additionally, I will buy a high quality HDMI wire although it is more pricey.

[@dougyates7218]

Thank you, kindly.

[@larryyip8236]

Show how to connect a Yamaha sound bar to a Samson TV withe only 2 HDMI & HDMi2. Also I like to connect an Apple TV to the TV & sound coming out from the sound bar.

[@FisherElectronics]

There is not really a good way to show that. In your case one of your HDMI ports on the Samsung TV needs to have ARC. If neither have ARC there is no reason to connect the soundbar with HDMI to the TV. I would then use an optical cable from the TV to soundbar. Regarding the apple TV Connect the apple TV to one of your HDMI inputs on your TV, and the audio will get to the soundbar either with HDMI ARC, or the optical cable.

[@BlinkLaPrincesa]

Cool bass

[@marinaschmidt9413]

My subwoofer does not work although the soundbar works fine and the subwoofer signal sign is on after pairing. Does anyone have an idea what I can do?

[@FisherElectronics]

Try unplugging both the soundbar and sub from power. Wait about 5 minutes, then try repairing it. Or goto the yamaha website and enter you soundbar model number, then look for resetting your soundbar. usa.yamaha.com/support/manuals/index.html

[@albertascott99]

I cant get sound playing a blu ray? help

[@FisherElectronics]

Connect your bluray to a open hdmi input on your tv not the soundbar.

[@stephendaly6844]

Thank you

[@richardlake4633]

Was hoping to see how you can pair a set of earbuds to the sound bar.

[@serdaryagshim6112]

Thank you 🙏 omg thanks

[@FunTimeGhz]

What the Ethernet for?

[@FisherElectronics]

Ethernet is another way to connect this soundbar to the internet. It also has Wifi.

[@FunTimeGhz]

@@FisherElectronics Connect to the internet to update firmware? The only way to update is via USB flash. Weird. Thank you for taking the time to reply.

[@FisherElectronics]

@@FunTimeGhz Yes, if you download the yamaha musiccast app you can add this unit to update firmware, and also stream music from your portable device

[@jimthom6969]

thank u

[@americandreamer6092]

I have a Samsung TV and Yamaha YAS-209 soundbar, needless to say these options didn't work👎🏿

[@gabistainbrook5534]

We got are a moanth a go and now it's making a funny nose and the intent light flashes

[@FisherElectronics]

There may or may not be a problem with it. 1) Unplug from power, wait a minute, then plug back in. 2. Download the yamaha musicast app and connect the unit to the internet and update software if needed. 3. Contact Yamaha for support with these if needed @ [phone]

[@dopeandcoke]

This product is disgusting

[@p51mustang31]

I have a Yamaha YAS-107 Soundbar connected to a new LG C2 TV. The Soundbar has modes for TV and HDMI. It was my understanding that the Soundbar should be on the HDMI mode, however it seems like this is somehow causing Input issues on another HDMI device (Roku) with it causing the Video to go out. I noticed while the Soundbar is on TV mode that I still get audio out of the Soundbar from the TV, is this correct?

[@FisherElectronics]

Yes you would not want the soundbar to be in the HDMI input mode. usa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/968568/web_AV16-0002_YAS-107_om_UAB_En_B0.pdf If you look at page 25 the HDMI input on yamaha soundbars are for devices connected to the HDMI IN on the unit. When we have yamaha soundbars connected with HDMI ARC the input the soundbar shows is TV.

[@eljefe5858]

If my tv only has earc is ok?

[@FisherElectronics]

Yes that should work. You would just not have earc features such as atmos. If your TV has an earc setting in the audio settings either set it to auto or off since the soundbar is not earc.

[@eljefe5858]

Thank you :)

[@eljefe5858]

​​@@FisherElectronicsthank. You helped me I just cancelled my order and order jbl 5.0 instead to use all the features of sound of my tv. Really appreciate. Thanks ;)

[@FisherElectronics]

Yes, you just will not have dolby atmos audio to the soundbar. But will still have audio