PS5 True 5.1 with Logitech Z906 Solved | NO More Audio Lag

The PS5 doesn't have an optical out port, and if you use Bitstream through your tv to make it work, you get some pretty significant audio latency. This fixes that using an HDMI to analog converter. you get true 5.1 sound, with no latency. I'm using the Logitech Z906, but this will work with any system that uses 6 channel audio (3x 3.5mm jacks).
Here’s an Amazon link to the one in the video.
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[@EverythingPS5Pro]

I have been reading and learning all about true 5.1 now. For about 4 days straight. By running a simple hdmi arc 5.1 dolby digital extractor, that costs $38 and using an optical cable from the audio system to the extractor and plugging hdmi from extractor to tv arc port I got full 5.1 native surround mix working. No decoding issues and very obvious difference in audio quality and directional audio. Bass response if way finer and more tuned at the dolby digital setting, and I honestly feel bad for the 5.1 stereo matrix users 😂 How to fix True 5.1 Surround: • Multichannel (Bypass) on TV • Dolby or Dolby Atmos on PS5 • HDMI CEC and eARC or ARC on TV • Decode light switched on, on the logitech control panel. • “AV Amplifier mode” on PS5 and set to 5.1 and adjusting speaker location. This all in combination is the only way to get real 5.1 surround on PS5. Any other work around if the decode light is not lit or the PS5 settings do not match these settings the decode could be lit but the sound didnt sound right. So make sure guys you do this correct the first time rather then the last time. Big diffirence in overall Quality and all directional audio being correct. If you have more then one HDMI ARC port on your TV I recommend you to plug in eARC to “hdmi extractor” and PS5 to HDMI ARC port for VRR / HDR support to still work at 4K 120hz. Without two ARC ports on the TV being used at once you will lose some PS5 functions.

[@goldennugge9554]

Absolute legend! 💪 worked absolutely perfect, thanks!

[@thedynamicduo2999]

Thanks! You do not understand how much money I just saved on that cheaper extractor, this youtubers instructions were unclear and very expensive.

[@ShadowReaper-te1yz]

Yoo pin this comment!

[@Runes4Dayz]

Yeah actually cool that this worked soo well for soo cheap, amazing what nerds on the internet can do 👌

[@MatrixModded]

Thank you soooo much!!! 😩😩❤️

[@Andreas2K9]

I use Astro PS5 HDMI to Optical Adapter to passthrough my PS5 to my TV and Z906. On the Z906, the Dolby 5.1 Decode light is on, and the TV shows 4k 60 HDR simultaneously. No audio lag as well.

[@triplehelixxxvr]

Nice

[@milosz34]

Yayy. I dont need an sound card for my z906

[@siloPIRATE]

Same position as you. My PS5 connects to my TV and the TV connects by Optical Audio to the speakers. The PS5 is set to DTS and the TV to auto (my choices are either Linear PCM or Auto). On auto, the decode light turns on and I get what sounds to me, like 5.1. My PC connects to the speakers by 6 channel audio from a dedicated sound card so all the lights go out I don't notice any audio lag. If there is, it's mere milliseconds that I don't pick up on

[@EverythingPS5Pro]

I have been reading and learning all about true 5.1 now. For about 4 days straight. By running a simple hdmi arc 5.1 dolby digital extractor, that costs $38 and using an optical cable from the audio system to the extractor and plugging hdmi from extractor to tv arc port I got full 5.1 native surround mix working. No decoding issues and very obvious difference in audio quality and directional audio. Bass response if way finer and more tuned at the dolby digital setting, and I honestly feel bad for the 5.1 stereo matrix users 😂 How to fix True 5.1 Surround: • Multichannel (Bypass) on TV • Dolby or Dolby Atmos on PS5 • HDMI CEC and eARC or ARC on TV • Decode light switched on, on the logitech control panel. • “AV Amplifier mode” on PS5 and set to 5.1 and adjusting speaker location. This all in combination is the only way to get real 5.1 surround on PS5. Any other work around if the decode light is not lit or the PS5 settings do not match these settings the decode could be lit but the sound didnt sound right. So make sure guys you do this correct the first time rather then the last time. Big diffirence in overall Quality and all directional audio being correct.

[@js100serch]

Dude, that snake nest you got there is crazy, you need to do serious cable management right there.

[@triplehelixxxvr]

I’ve tried several times. But at some point, ya just give up and learn to live with the snakes. lol

[@rodier_ratafakus]

you should buy hdmi to hdmi + optical port convertor.. that is way better than using cinches

[@Zaydel]

Good video!

[@rodier_ratafakus]

I had genius 5.1 and in many games bass/center was swapped too and thats like 10 years ago

[@denisridvan4091]

Hello mate My next question with witch component you connect this device Z906 5.1 ? And I'm want to buy same one thank you I'm waiting you replied ❤😊

[@finaloverclock6469]

If it’s in bitstream then it’s still compressed audio. Unless you’re running LPCM via a sound card (which handles the signal) then you’re just sending compressed audio to all the speakers - not LPCM which would require 1.) A receiver ….or 2.) A sound card….also the lag is from the extra device you added. Let me put it to you this way - you are sending a direct audio (uncompressed) signal to the speakers, the speakers don’t know what to do with it and they’re running it bitstream instead, which is what Dolby Digital / DTS is which is why you’re locked on bitstream. This is why the manual says it only works via PC sound card, because that is what handles the audio processing.

[@finaloverclock6469]

TV and game system have to be set to LPCM, not auto or bitstream. Something definitely isn’t right if it’s on bitstream.

[@EverythingPS5Pro]

I have been reading and learning all about true 5.1 now. For about 4 days straight. By running a simple hdmi arc 5.1 dolby digital extractor, that costs $38 and using an optical cable from the audio system to the extractor and plugging hdmi from extractor to tv arc port I got full 5.1 native surround mix working. No decoding issues and very obvious difference in audio quality and directional audio. Bass response if way finer and more tuned at the dolby digital setting, and I honestly feel bad for the 5.1 stereo matrix users 😂 How to fix True 5.1 Surround: • Multichannel (Bypass) on TV • Dolby or Dolby Atmos on PS5 • HDMI CEC and eARC or ARC on TV • Decode light switched on, on the logitech control panel. • “AV Amplifier mode” on PS5 and set to 5.1 and adjusting speaker location. This all in combination is the only way to get real 5.1 surround on PS5. Any other work around if the decode light is not lit or the PS5 settings do not match these settings the decode could be lit but the sound didnt sound right. So make sure guys you do this correct the first time rather then the last time. Big diffirence in overall Quality and all directional audio being correct.

[@Shrink21]

Why doesn't it support HDR? So I'm losing HDR on my TV if I use this?

[@triplehelixxxvr]

I’m not sure about that one. Personally, I don’t use HDR, seems like a fair trade off though. I’d take a bright vivid picture with 5.1 audio, over a dull washed out HDR picture with stereo sound, any day.

[@kikiellindo]

Looks like you’ve solved a major problem! Can you tell me which 3.5mm cable adapters/splitters that I would need to order in order to do the left/right swap like you did??

[@triplehelixxxvr]

You’re going to need two left/right channel splitters. One of them needs to be male on the main end, and female on the separated channel ends. The other needs to be male on all three ends.

[@patrik2066]

I have an extractor with an optical cable, the problem is the following: the ps5 lobby music is playing in 5.1, as soon as i play anything it switches to only the front 2 speakers. I tried dts and dolby. Lpcm cant transfer surround over optical.

[@triplehelixxxvr]

You’re gonna need one like I have in the video, one that goes to the six channel audio jacks rather than optical. It’s the only way that I found that actually works.

[@travismayne8830]

Wait so does this allow you to get true dolby on the z906

[@triplehelixxxvr]

Not Dolby, uncompressed, LPC M. Technically slightly better as I understand it, since it’s on compressed, but preference is also a factor.

[@MrMrjames128]

I get my working on a sony x900e tv using the optical out on the tv . Go to tv menu speaker and turn on audio system. Then go to the ps5 settings, sound ,audio output, HDMI device type and select AV amplifier . Then go to audio format priority and select Dolby or DTS . Hope this help

[@triplehelixxxvr]

In the video, I demonstrate how this is inferior, and results in at least half a second of audio latency. I suppose other TVs may have less latency, but the best way is to still get the direct audio from the PS five to whatever speaker system you’re using.

[@EverythingPS5Pro]

I have been reading and learning all about true 5.1 now. For about 4 days straight. By running a simple hdmi arc 5.1 dolby digital extractor, that costs $38 and using an optical cable from the audio system to the extractor and plugging hdmi from extractor to tv arc port I got full 5.1 native surround mix working. No decoding issues and very obvious difference in audio quality and directional audio. Bass response if way finer and more tuned at the dolby digital setting, and I honestly feel bad for the 5.1 stereo matrix users 😂 How to fix True 5.1 Surround: • Multichannel (Bypass) on TV • Dolby or Dolby Atmos on PS5 • HDMI CEC and eARC or ARC on TV • Decode light switched on, on the logitech control panel. • “AV Amplifier mode” on PS5 and set to 5.1 and adjusting speaker location. This all in combination is the only way to get real 5.1 surround on PS5. Any other work around if the decode light is not lit or the PS5 settings do not match these settings the decode could be lit but the sound didnt sound right. So make sure guys you do this correct the first time rather then the last time. Big diffirence in overall Quality and all directional audio being correct.

[@goldenbas0165]

Just ordered one Hoping this wil work with my xbox and nvidea shield to z906 because my optical from tv to z906 does not give me the full 5.1 effect . The rear 2 speakers wil sound like they are under water. Hoping this will fix the problem

[@triplehelixxxvr]

Nice, hope it works. Just keep in mind you might run into the Center/LFE channel swap issue, in which case you’ll need those little channel splitter adapter things I showed.

[@goldenbas0165]

@@triplehelixxxvr then i will just cut that wire in half and twist the wires and solder them back together 🤗 save some time and money

[@goldenbas0165]

@@triplehelixxxvr in what mode did you put your extractor 7.1 bitstream or tv ?? I just got the box but i cant seem to find the full 5.1 mode the rear speakers still sound off. Can you help me with this?

[@goldenbas0165]

When i only put the green wire in for the front 2 speakers the rear speakers also get sound how is this possible because there is a seperate port for the 2 rear speakers

[@triplehelixxxvr]

@@goldenbas0165 The extractor should have an LPCM setting, switch it to that to get the raw audio signal. As far as sound coming out of rear speakers, make sure your speakers aren’t set on any processing modes, like two channel, four channel, or matrix. Edit: Assuming you have the same one I do, or a similar one, the LPCM mode is actually also 7.1 mode. There is no 5.1, you just don’t use the LS/RS channels.

[@fraddi]

How long are the speaker wires for the rear speakers? I want to use this as a HT. Thanks

[@triplehelixxxvr]

Not long enough. Lol I think they had home office or bedroom in mind for the speakers. For anything larger like a living room, I recommend just going out and getting some speaker wire. That’s what I did.

[@fraddi]

@@triplehelixxxvr thank you sir

[@rodier_ratafakus]

I want to buy z906 and use this too. I hate ps5 ditch optical port

[@dusanignjatov7658]

Will this speakers have lag on streaming netflix?

[@ragandthebumbuddies4277]

Do a tutorial how to plug everything in correctly i cant make it work🤓💀

[@EverythingPS5Pro]

I have been reading and learning all about true 5.1 now. For about 4 days straight. By running a simple hdmi arc 5.1 dolby digital extractor, that costs $38 and using an optical cable from the audio system to the extractor and plugging hdmi from extractor to tv arc port I got full 5.1 native surround mix working. No decoding issues and very obvious difference in audio quality and directional audio. Bass response if way finer and more tuned at the dolby digital setting, and I honestly feel bad for the 5.1 stereo matrix users 😂 How to fix True 5.1 Surround: • Multichannel (Bypass) on TV • Dolby or Dolby Atmos on PS5 • HDMI CEC and eARC or ARC on TV • Decode light switched on, on the logitech control panel. • “AV Amplifier mode” on PS5 and set to 5.1 and adjusting speaker location. This all in combination is the only way to get real 5.1 surround on PS5. Any other work around if the decode light is not lit or the PS5 settings do not match these settings the decode could be lit but the sound didnt sound right. So make sure guys you do this correct the first time rather then the last time. Big diffirence in overall Quality and all directional audio being correct.

[@lucabon1858]

HELLO, I watched all your video I need a hand because I have exactly the same stereo system and I also have an adapter like yours but the analog output is only optical (purchased on Amazon brand astro) and when I connect the optical cable it doesn't work 5.1 but it looks like double stereo can you help me???

[@triplehelixxxvr]

The problem is, you are still using the optical cable, which is not analog, and cannot give you a full uncompressed PCM signal. Assuming you're using this with a PS5, if you said everything to bitstream, you might be able to get Dolby 5.1, but it might have some latency like I showed in the video.

[@lucabon1858]

@@triplehelixxxvr hi, I solved it by changing the audio output from the settings From pcm to Dolby surround 5.1 but now I have the two back left and right channels reversed -.-

[@triplehelixxxvr]

@@lucabon1858 easy fix, swap the speaker cords.

[@lucabon1858]

@@triplehelixxxvr True, the only problem is that the PC is connected to the same system and that works 😭😭😭😭

[@bigkabuto]

I assume this would work for Xbox Series X too? But as soon as you said no HDR, I'm out. Damn. If only it did support HDR.

[@triplehelixxxvr]

There might be another model out there that does support HDR, just this model doesn’t for some reason.

[@bigkabuto]

@@triplehelixxxvr yep, there is actually. I googled it, there's one that seemingly does VRR, HDR, 120hz. Some are like 200 euros, one is like 120. So it's doable.

[@whitefata104]

what about bitstream dts ?

[@triplehelixxxvr]

Same as bitstream Dolby, latency.

[@Michael-hw5qq]

Yeah the lag is fine for movies but unacceptable for gaming

[@h4shd1]

congratulations now you have lost the hdmi 2.1 features

[@triplehelixxxvr]

Doesn’t concern me, HDR sucks ass. I’ll take a better true 5.1 audio over washed out, too dark video any day

[@richardmacdougall7812]

@@triplehelixxxvr I agree that true 5.1 is the most important of the two, but I'd take a look at your TV specs if you think HDR sucks. The upgrade from SDR to HDR should look more impressive than even the upgrade from 1080p to 4k. Some TVs or monitors will claim that they support HDR, and what they mean is that they decode the HDR signal, but the panels aren't actually bright enough to display it properly. If your panel doesn't hit at least 500-600 nits that would explain why you think HDR sucks; you're not actually getting proper HDR.

[@triplehelixxxvr]

I think that may be the case. My TV is a Samsung eight series 50 inch or something like that. It’s 4K and HDR compatible, but it’s not OLED, so blacks aren’t really black anyway. And things like sunlight and other light sources, never pop like you think they would.

[@EverythingPS5Pro]

I have been reading and learning all about true 5.1 now. For about 4 days straight. By running a simple hdmi arc 5.1 dolby digital extractor, that costs $38 and using an optical cable from the audio system to the extractor and plugging hdmi from extractor to tv arc port I got full 5.1 native surround mix working. No decoding issues and very obvious difference in audio quality and directional audio. Bass response if way finer and more tuned at the dolby digital setting, and I honestly feel bad for the 5.1 stereo matrix users 😂 How to fix True 5.1 Surround: • Multichannel (Bypass) on TV • Dolby or Dolby Atmos on PS5 • HDMI CEC and eARC or ARC on TV • Decode light switched on, on the logitech control panel. • “AV Amplifier mode” on PS5 and set to 5.1 and adjusting speaker location. This all in combination is the only way to get real 5.1 surround on PS5. Any other work around if the decode light is not lit or the PS5 settings do not match these settings the decode could be lit but the sound didnt sound right. So make sure guys you do this correct the first time rather then the last time. Big diffirence in overall Quality and all directional audio being correct. By still having the PS5 connected to its own HDMI 2.1 ARC port you’ll get all features working without problem.

[@wesgeo1]

Hi so I've purchased a similar decoder for my fire TV. So I should set audio for pcm in order to get the effect?

[@triplehelixxxvr]

Correct.

[@wesgeo1]

@@triplehelixxxvr and it's working. Can you share your levels on your z906 for optimal output? I also use my set up for media streaming (legal) on kodi

[@triplehelixxxvr]

@@wesgeo1 I could, but I don't think that'll really help anyone. Because I'm visually impaired and sit so close to the TV, I think I've turned down the center speaker, and turned up the surround back speakers to compensate for me being so close to the TV. But that wouldn't be a normal viewing position for most other people.

[@EverythingPS5Pro]

@@triplehelixxxvrwhat if your TV has Multichannel and Multichannel (Bypass) and Stereo uncompressed built in? Do I still need an extractor or can I just use optical with my TV to PS5? Or will there be lag?

[@triplehelixxxvr]

@@EverythingPS5Pro no idea. Every TV is different, so probably best to just try it yourself.

[@Miguel_Noether]

He declares himself as gamer and doesn't know about HDMI 2.1 and 4K 120Hz VRR and ALLM... 🤦

[@triplehelixxxvr]

The commentor pretends to know about the things above, yet fails to realize those things aren’t supported on all devices…🤦 Also, who is the “he” you refer to? Cuz he is me. 🤣

[@richardmacdougall7812]

his monitor might not even support those features. and if it does, he's not wrong to prefer a true 5.1 mix over 120 hz. Many games aren't hitting 120fps on PS5 yet, your mileage will go much further in getting the true audio mix.

[@ghost_minimilump8283]

Hi, so i Orderd the z906 and i wanna know how to conect it to a lapptob ?

[@triplehelixxxvr]

Not sure about that, this video is about hooking it to a PS5. Although I suppose if your laptop has an HDMI port, the same principle applies.

[@ghost_minimilump8283]

@@triplehelixxxvr oh okay, I thought you knew your way around better, because it's my first time setting up a sound system and I thought you could do it with aux, and my lapptob is a bit old so it does not have it :(

[@masterm537]

A laptop has a minijack input so it wont be a problem

[@ghost_minimilump8283]

@@masterm537 you nean a aux ? Bc im from germany sorry

[@masterm537]

@@ghost_minimilump8283 no problem neighbour i am from the Netherlands and yes aux laptops has those inputs