Nowadays, most people prefer streaming movies and series on their TV with the best theatrical experience. For surround sound, you can connect and use an audio streaming device such as TCL Soundbar to your TV. You can pair the TCL soundbar to your TV in 2 ways, including wired and wireless connections. The TCL soundbar has most of the qualities that are wanted, such as Dolby Atmos and AI Sonic Adaptation with voice-controlling features. Here is a guide on how to pair the TCL Soundbar to your TV using audio cables and wireless methods.
How to TCL Soundbar to TV Using Cables
1. Connect your TCL Soundbar and TV using a HDMI, Optical, or AUX cable.
2. Head to the Settings option on your TV using the TV remote.
3. Select the Audio Output option.
4. Change the option to the respective connectivity port to which you have connected your soundbar.
How to Connect TCL Soundbar to TV via Bluetooth
Nowadays, most smart TVs have built-in Bluetooth options. So you can wirelessly connect your TCL soundbar to your TV using Bluetooth. Make sure both your TV and soundbar are Bluetooth compatible.
1. Hold the Bluetooth button on the soundbar or remote for 5 seconds to enable Bluetooth on the soundbar.
2. When your device is ready for pairing, head to Settings on TV.
3. Select your TCL soundbar from the Bluetooth pairing menu.
Now, your TCL soundbar will be connected to your TV.
How to Connect TCL Soundbar to Subwoofer
While connecting the soundbar, you can also pair the subwoofer to gain a massive audio experience around you.
1. Connect your soundbar and subwoofer to the power source.
2. Press the Pair button at the back of your wireless subwoofer until the LED flashes.
3. Tap the Right Arrow button on the top panel of your soundbar to power the main unit.
4. Once done, your soundbar and subwoofer will get paired automatically. If the flashing LED light turns solid, it means the pairing is successful.
FAQ
After putting your soundbar in pairing mode, open the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone and choose your TCL soundbar to pair with it.
Some major causes for the TCL soundbar not connecting to the TV are incorrect wire configuration, muted volume level, and distance between the devices.
No, TCL soundbars like Alto 5 and 5+ don’t have HDMI ARC ports.