Samsung Tizen · Display & Sound

Route audio to speakers, soundbars, or Bluetooth headphones

The TV's Sound Output setting decides whether audio plays through the built-in speakers, an HDMI-ARC/optical soundbar, or a paired Bluetooth speaker or headphones — including pairing two Bluetooth devices at once on supported models.

What you should know

  • Go to Settings > Sound > Sound Output and choose TV Speaker, an HDMI/optical device, or Bluetooth Speaker List.
  • To pair Bluetooth audio, select Bluetooth Speaker List, then Add New Device and put the speaker or headphones into pairing mode.
  • Use Settings > Sound > Sound Output > Dual Audio (on supported models) to play through the TV speakers and Bluetooth audio at the same time.
  • For a soundbar over HDMI-ARC/eARC, make sure Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is enabled under Settings > General > External Device Manager so volume can be controlled with the TV remote.

Bluetooth audio has a small amount of lag versus wired connections, which can be noticeable when lip-syncing dialogue during fast-moving scenes or live sports.

Why it matters

Getting sound routing right is what makes a soundbar or wireless headphones actually work with the TV instead of fighting for the audio output, and it's one of the most common post-setup support questions for new TV owners.

Best practices

  • Prefer HDMI-eARC over optical when available for higher-quality, lossless audio formats like Dolby Atmos.
  • Re-pair Bluetooth headphones each viewing session if the TV doesn't automatically reconnect, since some models don't remember Bluetooth audio devices between power cycles.
  • Keep Anynet+ enabled so a single remote can manage both TV and soundbar volume.

Common problems and fixes

No sound after connecting a soundbar via HDMI-ARC
Confirm the soundbar is plugged into the HDMI port labeled ARC/eARC and that Sound Output is set to that HDMI device rather than TV Speaker.
Bluetooth headphones pair but audio cuts out
Move closer to the TV to rule out interference, and check that no other Bluetooth device is simultaneously connected under Bluetooth Speaker List.

Tips and tricks

  • Dual Audio mode is useful for keeping the TV speakers on for household members while a viewer wears Bluetooth headphones at a comfortable volume.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use two Bluetooth speakers at once?

Only on models that support Dual Audio Bluetooth pairing — check Settings > Sound > Sound Output for the option; older models support only one connected Bluetooth device at a time.