Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Experience
(Reference Model: MacBook Pro 15" 2015, MacOS Mojave)
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:​
NOTE
Option 1: Connect Macintosh computer's HDMI output to soundbar HDMI 2/3/4 with a HDMI-certified High-Speed 2.0 cable (18Gbps) for high quality video and audio. Recommended HDMI Cable >
Option 2: Connect Macintosh computer's Optical Out (SPDIF) to soundbar Optical In with a Optical cable
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Dolby / DTS audio output only available via 3rd party video players:
Kodi Player (Dolby Atmos, DTS)
VLC Player (Dolby Digital, DTS)
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It is reported that Mac OS system restricts the Mac computers support to output up to DTS 5.1 only. More details >
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Play a video with 5.1 surround audio (to verify the audio output. You can download a test clip here:
NOTE
Connect Macintosh computer's HDMI output to soundbar HDMI 1 ARC with a HDMI-certified High-Speed 2.0 cable (18Gbps) for high quality video and audio. Recommended HDMI Cable >
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Dolby / DTS audio output only available via 3rd party video players:
Kodi Player (Dolby Atmos, DTS)
VLC Player (Dolby Digital, DTS)
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It is reported that Mac OS system restricts the Mac computers support to output up to DTS 5.1 only. More details >
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Play a video with 5.1 surround audio (to verify the audio output. You can download a test clip here:
1. SYSTEM AUDIO OUTPUT
Go to Applications folder >
Utilities folder >
Audio Midi >
select HDMI audio (Nakamichi)
2. SURROUND CONFIGURATION
Go to Applications folder >
Utilities folder >
Audio Midi >
Configure Speaker >
select 7.1 Rear Surround >
click on Apply to save the settings
3. MEDIA PLAYER - VLC AUDIO
Launch VLC Player >
Audio >
Audio Device >
select HDMI (Encoded Output)
4. MEDIA PLAYER - KODI APP
Press INFO button on soundbar remote control to verify audio format received on soundbar (Dolby/DTS audio for best audio)
Option 1: Switch the soundbar to TVHDMI 1 input and observe the LED light status at the front of soundbar when playing content (3 LED = Dolby Digital; 2 LED = DTS)
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Option 2: Switch the soundbar to OPTICAL input and observe the LED light status at the front of soundbar when playing content (3 LED = Dolby Digital; 2 LED = DTS)
