Do you own an Onn Subwoofer but are not sure how to connect it to the soundbar? Then, this article is exactly what you need. Connecting the Onn Subwoofer to the soundbar can be done in a few simple steps, and once connected, they work together to provide an impeccable audio treat.
As with most of the other subwoofers and soundbars, the Onn devices can also be connected both using a cable as well as via Bluetooth. You can go with either one of the methods according to your convenience. Follow the algorithm mentioned in this article to pair your Onn Subwoofer to the soundbar successfully.
How to Pair Onn Subwoofer to Soundbar Wirelessly
By default, the Onn subwoofer connects to the soundbar automatically when the devices are turned on and connected to a proper power supply. If that does not happen, then you can manually pair them together via Bluetooth.
FYI! Before you begin, it is important to connect the soundbar to your smartphone in order to pair it with the subwoofer. If you have already done that, you can skip the initial steps and move on to connect the subwoofer to the soundbar. If not, follow the instructions carefully.
1. Press the Bluetooth button on your Onn Soundbar for a few seconds to put it in Pairing mode.
2. After that, turn on the Bluetooth feature on your smartphone and pick your Onn Soundbar from the available devices shown on the screen.
3. Once the devices are connected, fetch and press the Mute button on your soundbar remote for about 7 seconds.
4. Now, press and hold the Pair button on your Onn Subwoofer for another 3 seconds.
5. The LED light on your subwoofer will start blinking different colors as it starts looking out for devices it can connect with.
6. Upon successfully connecting your soundbar, the LED light will turn solid blue.
How to Connect Onn Subwoofer to Soundbar Using Audio Cables
If you were not able to connect the Onn Subwoofer to the soundbar wirelessly, or if there is any interruption in the Bluetooth connection, you can opt to connect them using cables. Purchase RCA cables and follow the connection procedure
1. On the Onn Soundbar, locate the Output port and insert one end of the audio cable into that.
2. Now, plug the other end of the audio cable into the Input port of your subwoofer.
3. Turn on the devices and play any music of your choice to ensure the connection is successful.
Onn Subwoofer Not Connecting to the Soundbar – Causes and Fixes
As mentioned earlier, there are two different ways in which you can easily connect the Onn Subwoofer to the soundbar. But, if the Onn subwoofer will not pair with the soundbar or if the subwoofer keeps disconnecting from the soundbar, then troubleshoot the issue on your own with the methods mentioned in this section.
- Incorrect Sound Settings: Sometimes, you might not be able to hear anything through the Onn Subwoofer or the soundbar despite connecting them properly. Try adjusting the sound settings, such as the volume and the mode they are set in. If the problem were because of such incorrect sound settings, this would solve the issue.
- Interruption in Connection: If the Onn Subwoofer keeps disconnecting from the soundbar or if there is any interruption in their connection, then there are two things to consider.
- Check the audio cable for any damage and replace it with a new one if necessary.
- If there are any huge pieces of furniture or objects placed between their path of connection, remove them at once. Such things will interfere with the signal and cause trouble.
- Minor Glitch or Bug: Sometimes, the Onn Subwoofer LED might start blinking orange, or you might come across other problems that an unknown glitch could cause. To resolve this issue, you should either unpair them or reset the devices. Once that’s done, reconnect them back together.
- Unpair the Onn Subwoofer from the soundbar by performing a power cycle.
- Reset the Onn subwoofer by long pressing the Bluetooth and Power button for 5 seconds simultaneously.
- To reset the Onn Soundbar or any other compatible soundbar, press and hold the Power button. You can do the same if the Onn Soundbar is not working properly.
These methods have come in handy for a lot of Onn 36″ 5.1 Soundbar and Subwoofer users, as well as Onn 2.1 Soundbar and Subwoofer users who have been facing pairing issues. If the problem persists, even after trying these solutions, contact Onn customer support for further help and guidance.
FAQ
Yes. You can add an Onn Subwoofer to your Roku Soundbar either using a suitable cable or wirelessly based on the device’s features and available options.
Yes, you can add the Onn Subwoofer to the Soundbar without using the remote. To do that, you can make use of the physical buttons available on your Onn Subwoofer and Sounbar to pair them together.
