HDMI ARC Converter

trxs1
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HDMI ARC Converter Apr 26, 2018 19:19:01 GMT via mobile

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Post by trxs1 on Apr 26, 2018 19:19:01 GMT

Hi Guys

I have a samsung UE37C5100 TV and i‘d like to connect my TV with the Samsung HW-K950 soundbar which supports Dolby Atmos.
The problem is that my TV doesn‘t support the HDMI ARC (i can‘t find it, but i haven‘t tried) technology. My question: Is it possible to convert a HDMI (only) connection to a HDMI ARC connection? If yes, where can I buy a converter for this? Do I get any problems if I convert my HDMI connection?

Thanks for your replies.

Kind regards,
Sandro

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HDMI ARC Converter Apr 26, 2018 20:21:41 GMT trxs1 likes this

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Post by rock on Apr 26, 2018 20:21:41 GMT

It appears that ARC is a feature built into your TV. I don't think you can "convert" new features into your TV with an adapter. I think you're SOL.

Check this out:
www.cnet.com/news/what-is-audio-return-channel-arc/

BTW, I just got a Visio 5.1 soundbar system from Costco last week. It too has HDMI ARC but my older TV does not. In fact the ONLY audio output from my older TV is Toslink optical so that's how I have it hooked up.

Thanks for your question, it's the only reason I looked up details re. HDMI ARC. I was willing to leave it as one more thing I know nothing about until you asked

Last Edit: Apr 26, 2018 20:22:46 GMT by rock

trxs1 New Member Posts: 2	HDMI ARC Converter Apr 27, 2018 6:14:41 GMT via mobile Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by trxs1 on Apr 27, 2018 6:14:41 GMT Thanks for your reply. The problem by connecting with the Toslink is that this connection doesn‘t support the Dolby Atmos technology. With the Toslink is only Dolby Digital possible.

Post by trxs1 on Apr 26, 2018 19:19:01 GMT

Post by rock on Apr 26, 2018 20:21:41 GMT

Post by trxs1 on Apr 27, 2018 6:14:41 GMT