Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Experience
(Reference Model: Apple TV 4K (2021))
Select your Apple TV model
Apple TV 4K (2021)
Apple TV 4K
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE: ​
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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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Ensure your TV HDMI ARC port supports HDCP 2.2 standard to allow 4K HDR display. Check your TV manual for more information.
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
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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 >
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Ensure your TV HDMI ARC port supports HDCP 2.2 standard to allow 4K HDR/Dolby Vision display. Check your TV manual for more information.
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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
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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 2.1 cable (48Gbps) for high quality video and audio. Recommended HDMI Cable >
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Ensure your TV HDMI ARC port supports HDCP 2.2 standard to allow 4K HDR/Dolby Vision display. Check your TV manual for more information.
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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
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. VIDEO 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 > Video & Audio
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Video & Audio > Video > Format > 4K Dolby Vision (60Hz)
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Video & Audio > Video > Match Content > Match Dynamic Range > On > Match Frame Rate > On
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Video & Audio > Video > Check HDMI Connection
1. Select Settings on App
NOTE
Play Dolby Vision / HDR contents on Netflix to verify video output format. Your TV will display a notification mentioning the Dolby Vision / HDR format is activated
NOTE
Play Dolby Vision / HDR contents on Netflix to verify video output format. Your TV will display a notification mentioning the Dolby Vision / HDR format is activated
