If you own a boAt soundbar and wish to connect it to your TV, look no further. The best boAt soundbar comes with support for both wired and wireless connections. You can either connect them using cables or via Bluetooth according to your convenience. No matter what type of connection you prefer, the audio output and quality are all that matters.
Read along to learn more about the different methods of connection involved in connecting the boAt soundbar to the TV.
Possible Ways to Connect boAt Soundbar to TV
If you are looking for all the possible ways to connect your boAt soundbar to the TV, then you should know that there are several different methods of connection available. Based on the model of your soundbar, the connectivity options may vary slightly. But in general, the following are the possible pairing methods.
| CONNECTION WAYS | CONNECTION TYPE | GET CABLES |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | Wired | Buy on Amazon |
| Optical Cable | Wired | Buy on Amazon |
| AUX cable | Wired | Buy on Amazon |
| Bluetooth | Wireless | Buy on Amazon |
How to Connect boAt Soundbar to TV Using HDMI Cable
If you wish to connect the boAt soundbar to your TV, keeping the audio quality intact, go with the HDMI method. In order to make the connection, you need a compatible HDMI 2.0 cable that is either new or in pristine working condition. Once you have secured the cable, follow the steps below to make the connection.
1. Connect your TV and soundbar to power and press the Power button on their respective remotes to turn them on.
2. Now, search and locate the HDMI ARC port on both devices.
2. Take the HDMI cable and use it to connect the TV and soundbar through their respective HDMI ports.
3. On the soundbar remote, press the Input button until you get to HDMI. Sometimes, you might have to press the button several times to bring up the HDMI input.
4. Some boAT soundbar remotes come with a separate HDMI ARC button. In that case, you can press that button once to enable the HDMI input.
4. On the TV, change and adjust the audio settings to align with the soundbar and the HDMI it is connected to.
Note: Each TV has its own unique audio settings and options. Make use of the TV’s user manual to learn more about it if you are not familiar with it already.
How to Connect boAt Soundbar to TV Using Optical Cable
If you were not able to connect the boAt soundbar to the TV using the HDMI cable, then the best alternative is to use the optical cable. The optical cable, once again, protects the audio quality without spoiling it when transmitted through the connection.
1. Ensure your boAt soundbar and your TV have an optical port, and turn on both devices after connecting them to power.
2. Take the optical cable and connect one end of the optical cable to the optical port of the boAT soundbar.
3. Now, connect the other end of the same optical cable to the optical port of your TV.
4. On the soundbar remote controller, quickly press the Input button once to change the mode. Press the button several times to set it to Optical.
Finally, play a piece of music or a video on the TV, and the audio output will be heard through the boAt soundbar.
How to Connect boAt Soundbar to TV Using AUX Cable
Connecting the boAt soundbar to the TV through the AUX cable is always an option but not the most recommended one. However, if nothing else worked, it is a possible option. In order to connect the devices, you need a 3.5mm AUX cable.
1. Connect your soundbar and TV to power and switch on the devices.
2. Locate the AUX jack on both devices and connect them together using the AUX cable.
3. Now, press the AUX button on your soundbar remote to change the audio input.
4. In some remotes, you will have to press the Input button several times to enable the AUX mode.
5. To check and ensure that the connection is successful, play music on the TV.
If the audio of the content play is heard through the soundbar, you can continue with it. If not, redo the connection once again.
How to Pair boAt Soundbar to TV via Bluetooth
If your boAt soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity, then it is simple to connect the soundbar to your TV wirelessly. For the connection to be stable, the devices should be within their Bluetooth range of 10 m and not too far away from each other. Follow the steps given below to connect the soundbar to the TV through Bluetooth successfully.
1. Connect the TV and soundbar to a stable power socket and turn on the devices.
2. Some soundbars, including boAt, will enter Bluetooth pairing mode automatically when turned on.
3. If not, you can manually do it using the Input or Mode button on the remote. If the remote has a separate Bluetooth or BT button, press it.
4. On your TV settings, go to the connection settings, and under Bluetooth devices, select the boAt soundbar.
Note: The settings and options will vary based on the TV model. Refer to your TV’s user manual to get a clear idea about it.
5. In a few seconds, the devices will pair with each other, and as long as the soundbar input is set to Bluetooth, the soundbar and TV will work hand in hand without any trouble.
In most boAt soundbars, the indicator LED will blink continuously when the pairing mode is on. The LED will become solid and stop blinking when the connection is successful.
FAQ
Yes, if you’ve purchased a universal remote controller, you can pair it with remote codes to connect the boAt Soundbar to the TV without a soundbar remote.
Yes. You can connect the boAt Aavante Bar 900 and 1550 to the TV using an HDMI cable. It is one of the most recommended ways of connection.
If the HDMI or optical connection is not working, clean the ports and check the cable for damage. If there is a speck of dirt in the port, the connection will be interrupted. The same goes for damaged cables as well. Alternatively, contact the boAt customer support for help and guidance.
