How to Connect Polk Soundbar to TV – A Complete Guide
Polk soundbar is here to experience one of the best quality of sounds produced by any soundbar. The most amazing thing is that Polk soundbars support Alexa Command, which makes it easier to use.
But the question arises when it comes to connecting this amazing thing to your TV. Here in this article, we are going to provide you with a complete guide on how to connect Polk Soundbar to a TV.
The connection is very simple. You can use HDMI cable, Optical cable, AUX cable, or even the Bluetooth method (for wireless connection) for connecting your Polk Soundbar to your TV. So, the connection process is not going to bother you as long as you go with the book.
However, there are certain things that need to be elaborated. We are going to make those things easy for you here. So, without any further chit-chat here, let us guide you through the path of how to connect Polk Soundbar on TV.
How to Connect Polk Soundbar to TV Using Cable – Multiple Methods
Polk Soundbars can be connected via multiple methods, but most of them are the common ones that are used for other soundbar connectivity with TVs as well. So connecting the Polk Soundbar to your TV would not be a problem at all.
Usually, 4 types of connection methods can be followed for connecting your Polk Soundbar to your TV. The methods are:
- Using the HDMI Cable
- Using the Optical Cable
- Using the AUX Cable
Now, we are going to describe each connection method step by step.
Connecting Polk soundbar to TV using an HDMI cable
Most modern TVs have HDMI ports on their back. And HDMI is the best option for connecting your Polk soundbar or any soundbar to your TV. It delivers the best sound without any connectivity issues.
Here’s how to connect your Polk soundbar to TV using an HDMI cable:
- First, connect the HDMI connector of the cable to the HDMI IN port in your Polk soundbar.
- Then, plug the other end of the cable into the HDMI Arc or Arc Out port in your TV.
- Next, you need to select the HDMI cable as your output sound of the TV. For this, you need to head over to your Sound settings from your TV Settings.
- Under sound settings, find the sound/audio option.
- Next, select the HDMI as the source of the sound output of your TV. In some models, you might need to select the name of your connected soundbar.
- Now, your Polk soundbar is finally connected to the TV using the HDMI cable.
To fully understand things and determine whether the connection method and TV are compatible, you may want to read the handbook that came with the Polk Soundbar Box.
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Connecting Polk soundbar to TV via Optical Cable
As we’ve mentioned previously, most modern TV has HDMI connectivity, and they also usually have optical ports. So, if you cannot, for some reason, connect your Polk soundbar to a TV or the soundbar itself doesn’t support HDMI, then you can use the optical connection.
However, starting with an HDMI cable connection is recommended for anyone making use of a Polk soundbar. If you can’t use HDMI connections to connect your Polk Soundbar to your TV, the optical cable connection is the next best option.
Here’s how to connect your Polk soundbar to TV using an optical cable:
- Connect the optical cable to your Polk soundbar’s Optical IN port and your TV’s Optical Out You can find the ports on the back of your TV and the soundbar.
- Next, you need to select Optical as the output sound source on your TV settings. In order to select the sound/audio output option, you have to head over to your TV’s sound/audio settings from the TV settings.
- Alternatively, in some TV models, you might need to disable your TV’s internal speakers.
- This is why it is also important to check your TV’s instruction manual.
You’ve successfully connected your Polk Soundbar to your TV using an optical digital audio cable. Your Soundbar is now ready for use.
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Connecting Polk soundbar to TV via AUX Cable
If your Polk soundbar doesn’t support HDMI or optical connections, then you can try the auxiliary (AUX) connection. Aux cables are one of the oldest and most common forms of audio connectivity.
Although the sound quality from the 3.5 mm AUX cables won’t be the best, they can still be handy. Using the AUX wires to pair your Polk Soundbar to your TV seems like a good option in the absence of the earlier ones.
Here’s how to connect Polk soundbar to TV using an auxiliary cable:
- First, plug in the Aux cable to the AUX IN port in your Polk soundbar and the AUX OUT port in your TV.
- Some TVs have RCA ports instead of the 3.5mm ports. In that case, you might need an adapter or use a 3.5mm to RCA adapter.
- Then, connect the white and red jack of the RCA connector to the TV’s RCA ports.
- After that, you need to head to your TV’s Settings and then the sound/audio settings.
- Next, select audio output and choose the AUX as the output sound source for your TV. In some TVs, you might need to disable the TV’s internal speakers as well.
You’ve successfully used an Auxiliary audio connection to connect your Polk Soundbar to your TV. You can now start using your Soundbar.
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How to connect Polk soundbar to TV wirelessly
There is an alternative option if you are willing to avoid the mess of cable connections and use the wireless method instead. Your options are:
- Connecting Via Bluetooth and
Because some models may not support it, connecting your Polk Soundbar via WiFi might be challenging. Instead, since most TVs support it and can use it, adopting the Bluetooth technique appears to be the best option.
Bluetooth connections can result in fewer connectivity issues. We will discuss how to use Bluetooth to connect your Polk Soundbar to your TV as a result.
Pairing Polk soundbar to TV via Bluetooth
Now, the steps are very simple. You have to do just the following:
- First, you need to put your Polk soundbar in pairing mode. For this, you need to hold down the Power button on the soundbar or the Bluetooth button on the soundbar remote.
- You must hold down for a few seconds until the soundbar’s status light starts blinking.
- Next, head over to your TV’s Settings and then Bluetooth There, you need to select your soundbar’s name to establish the connection.
- After that, you might need to head over to your TV’s sound/audio output settings and select Bluetooth as the output audio source for the TV.
Read more: How to Connect LG Soundbar to TV
Polk soundbar not connecting to TV: Reasons & Fixes
As the Polk Soundbar is also an electric device, there might be some common issues with the soundbar.
So, at this moment, we are discussing some common troubleshooting:
No Audio Output
Issues
- No audio is coming out from the soundbar
- The video is playing on the TV, but the sound is missing
Remedies
- Check the cable connection. If you have used a cable connection, then you need to inspect the cable for any loose connections or wether the cable is damaged or not. And if there is an adapter involved, then also check that too.
- Check the Audio Setting of the TV to see whether that is set to the minimum intensity or not.
- Check the Settings of the Soundbar to see whether the sound is set to the minimum or not.
- Check the TV Settings and look for the Audio Output, whether it is set to the internal speakers or not.
No Sound While Playing Surround Sound
Issues
- While streaming any video on the TV, the sound is not played along with the video.
Remedies
- Most of the time, this happens when the streaming video format does not match with the selected audio output format of your Onn Soundbar. So, you can change the audio output of the soundbar to match the streaming platform’s supported audio format.
Soundbar not Getting Any Power
Issues
- The Soundbar is not getting power
- The power indicator of the soundbar is not responding
Remedies
- Check the power cable of the Soundbar
- Look for any external damage to the power cord
- Diagnose the power source
- Check whether the Sound Bar is on Standby mode or not. If so, then turn that off.
The Remote is not Working
Issues
- The remote is not working
- The remote is not getting connected
Remedies
- Check the CEC settings of the TV, whether it is turned on or off because turning off the CEC settings will not let your remote function.
- Look for whether anything is blocking the IR sensor of the remote.
- The distance from the remote and the soundbar might be too far. Try to keep the remote and the soundbar closer.
- The batteries of the remote might be dead, so check the battery and replace them if the existing ones are dead.
- External light sources might interfere with the IR of the remote. So make sure that there are no excess sources of light.
- Do not keep any other devices near the soundbar that use IR, such as remote control toys or other things, to avoid IR interference.
- Turning off your TV for a while might solve the issue, as sometimes the Plasma TVs interfere with the IR signals.
The Wireless Subwoofer is not Getting Paired
Issues
- The Wireless Subwoofer was supposed to be paired with the Soundbar automatically, but that is not happening.
Remedies
- Check the power cable of the Wireless Subwoofer
- Look for any external damage to the power cord
- Diagnose the power source
- Check the Manual handbook for connectivity issue fixes
How do I switch between different input sources on my Polk soundbar?
Typically, the remote control that comes with your Polk soundbar may be used to change between several input sources. Use the remote’s input/source button to navigate through the several input sources that are accessible. For detailed instructions, see the user manual for your soundbar, as the model-specific label and location of the button may differ.
Is it possible to control the audio settings, such as bass and treble, on my Polk soundbar?
Yes, most Polk soundbars provide you the option to adjust audio parameters like the bass, treble, and, on occasion, even EQ presets, so you can tailor the sound to your tastes. Information on how to access and modify these settings may be found in the user manual that came with your soundbar.
Can I connect my Polk soundbar to a TV that doesn’t have HDMI or optical audio outputs?
In such a case, you can try connecting your Polk soundbar to your TV using an AUX cable. Ofcourse, your TV should have an AUX output port for this to work. And if the TV doesn’t have HDMI or optical port, then it definitely has an AUX port.
Closure
We have reached the end of this guide, where we have tried to give you an insight on how to connect Polk Soundbar to TV.
We have covered every technique for connecting your Polk Soundbar to your TV, including Bluetooth, AUX, HDMI, and optical cables. Now it’s your turn to select one of them based on whether the method works with your TV.
Wishing you a fantastic time with your Polk Soundbar and letting you feel the heat with the sound of the Polk Sound Bars along with the assistance of Alexa.
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