Are you wondering how to connect Vizio soundbar to projector? If yes, you’ve landed on the right page.
A Vizio soundbar system is an excellent way to bump up your home theatre’s sound quality without emptying your pockets.
In this article, I’ll show you the easiest way on how to connect your Vizio soundbar to a projector, plus a few alternatives.
Are you ready?
Let’s get started!
How to Connect Vizio Soundbar to Projector
The best way to connect Vizio soundbar to projector is by using the HDMI ARC port on your soundbar and the projector. With an HDMI cable, connect the cable’s one end to your projector’s HDMI ARC port and another to the HDMI ARC port on the Vizio soundbar.
It’s the easiest and most efficient way to connect both devices. If you don’t have a projector yet, consider getting a projector with HDMI ARC/eARC port.
However, suppose your projector or Vizio soundbar doesn’t have an HDMI ARC port or if the HDMI ARC port on your projector is occupied. In that case, I’ve done a detailed step-by-step breakdown of connecting the soundbar to projector using other methods.
But, before that:
What is HDMI ARC?
A typical HDMI port transfers video and audio in only one way. With an HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) connection, it can transfer audio two ways, i.e., upstream and downstream.
Connecting Vizio Soundbar to Projector with HDMI
- Power off both the devices
- Connect one end of the HDMI cable to ‘HDMI ARC out’ port on your Vizio soundbar
- Connect the cable’s other end to the ‘HDMI ARC’ port on your projector
- Turn on both devices and select the correct HDMI input source on your projector and soundbar
- Check the connection
In just 5 steps, you can connect your Vizio soundbar to a projector.
How to Connect Vizio Sound to Projector without HDMI ARC
Even if your projector doesn’t have an HDMI ARC, you can connect your Vizio soundbar to it.
Your Vizio soundbar strictly doesn’t require an HDMI ARC port on your projector to play audio.
As a result, you can connect your soundbar to one of the HDMI ports on your projector. It doesn’t need to be an HDMI ARC port. This connection will transfer inputs from your soundbar to the projector.
However, in this scenario, you’ll have to connect the projector and Vizio soundbar through an Optical Cable to transfer audio signals from the projector to the soundbar.
Consider the HDMI ARC port as an added benefit, which unlocks a few more features. These features might not be possible with a traditional HDMI connection.
Connecting Vizio Soundbar to Projector without HDMI
Suppose your projector doesn’t have an empty HDMI port or doesn’t have an HDMI port altogether. In that case, there are several alternatives that you can use to connect both devices.
Let’s explore!
How to Connect Vizio Sound to Projector with Optical Cable
- Power off both the devices
- Connect one end of the optical cable to the ‘Optical out’ port on your projector
- Connect the optical cable’s other end to the ‘Optical in’ port on your Vizio soundbar
- Turn on both devices and select the correct audio source on your soundbar
- Check the connection
Without an HDMI port, you can easily connect your projector and Vizio soundbar with an optical cable.
How to Connect Vizio Soundbar to Projector using AUX Cable
Suppose you have a 2.1-channel Vizio soundbar or a soundbar without an HDMI or optical port. In that case, you can connect both devices through an AUX cable.
AUX cable is an analog system that only supports up to 2.1 speaker system. But, it is a robust method and the least complicated one.
You’ll need to purchase an aux cable if it isn’t already supplied if your soundbar or projector.
Connect one end of the aux cable to the AUX port on your soundbar. Do the same with your projector, and you’re good to go.
Select AUX as the source on your Vizio soundbar to enjoy your favorite movies, TV shows and music.
How to Connect Vizio Soundbar to Projector with Bluetooth
Suppose you don’t want to mess your place with wires and complex connections. In that case, you can connect your Vizio soundbar to projector via Bluetooth.
Several entry-level Vizio soundbars have Bluetooth connectivity options, like the Vizio SB2020n-J6.
Similarly, most budget-oriented projectors also have Bluetooth built-in. Thus, you can easily connect both devices wirelessly using Bluetooth.
In addition, if your projector doesn’t have a Bluetooth connectivity option. In this situation, you can purchase a streaming media player like Fire TV Stick, Chromecast or Roku Stick.
The above-mentioned streaming media players come with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity built-in.
Therefore, you can easily pair your projector to the Vizio soundbar with a streaming media player, eliminating wires completely.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to connect my Vizio soundbar to a projector?
If your projector and Vizio soundbar have HDMI ARC ports, you’ll only need an HDMI cable to connect both devices.
Can I connect my Vizio soundbar and projector wirelessly?
Yes! You can connect your Vizio soundbar and projector wirelessly via Bluetooth. It’s the most trouble-free connection and reduces cable clutter.
My projector doesn’t have an HDMI ARC port. What should I do?
You don’t need an HDMI ARC port on your projector to transfer audio from your projector to the soundbar. The HDMI ARC port is just an added benefit.
Can I connect my Vizio soundbar to any projector?
As long as the projector has HDMI, optical or AUX port, you can connect your Vizio soundbar to any projector.
Conclusion
I hope this article helped you learn about how to connect Vizio soundbar to Projector.
Vizio soundbars offer the best sound quality at an affordable price. Hence, they’re a suitable pick for a home theater or in your living room.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to leave them in the comments section below. I’ll answer them as quickly as possible.
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