Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Experience
(Reference Model: Apple TV 4K (2021))
Select your Apple TV model
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:​
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Connect Apple TV 4K (HDMI OUT) to soundbar HDMI 2 or 3 (processing prioritized ports) with a HDMI-certified High-Speed 2.0 cable (18Gbps) for high quality video and audio. Recommended HDMI Cable >
For video apps such as iTunes, Netflix, Prime Video and Vudu with Dolby Atmos surround, Apple TV 4K outputs the audio signal in Dolby Atmos MAT format.
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For streaming apps such as Netflix, Prime Video and Vudu with non-Dolby Atmos 5.1 surround, refer to item 4 to output Dolby Digial 5.1 for optimal surround performance.
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If your Apple TV 4K (with 2021 remote) seems to be unresponsive when connected to Shockwafe, this is caused by a bug on Apple’s new remote. To workaround this, Please follow this guide​ to install a patch on your Shockwafe
NOTE
Connect Apple TV 4K (HDMI OUT) to soundbar HDMI 2 or 3 (processing prioritized ports) with a HDMI-certified High-Speed 2.1 cable (48Gbps) for high quality video and audio. Recommended HDMI Cable >
For video apps such as iTunes, Netflix, Prime Video and Vudu with Dolby Atmos surround, Apple TV 4K outputs the audio signal in Dolby Atmos MAT format.
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For streaming apps such as Netflix, Prime Video and Vudu with non-Dolby Atmos 5.1 surround, refer to item 4 to output Dolby Digial 5.1 for optimal surround performance.
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Connect Apple TV 4K (HDMI OUT) to TV HDMI input with a HDMI-certified High-Speed 2.0 cable (18Gbps) for high quality video and audio. Recommended HDMI Cable >
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Audio will be sent out via TV's HDMI ARC to soundbar HDMI 1 ARC
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Ensure your TV supports 5.1 channel pass-through via HDMI ARC. Click HERE to view a list of TV that supports 5.1 channel pass-through
Apple Recommends Belkin Ultra HD High Speed HDMI Cable only for Optimal Viewing. Click Here >
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As per Digital Trends testing, the Apple TV 4K super picky about which HDMI cables you’re using, and might well prevent you from seeing Dolby Vision if your cables aren’t rated for ultra high speed connections. More details >
1. AUDIO SETTINGS
Click on the arrow button at the sides of the image to go forward/backward for settings. (Click on image to enlarge)
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Sequence:
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Settings > Select Video & Audio
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Video & Audio > Audio > Audio Output > Select Receiver Speakers
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Video & Audio > Audio > Audio Format > Change Format > Select Off > Immersive Audio > Dolby Atmos > Select On
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Video & Audio > Audio > Reduce Loud Sounds > Select Off
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Video & Audio > Audio > Audio Mode > Select Auto
Press INFO button on soundbar remote control to verify audio format received on soundbar (Dolby/DTS audio for best audio)