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macOS Series
Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Experience
(Reference OS: macOS Monterey)
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:​
NOTE
Connect Mac 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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It is recommended to have the latest macOS version for best experience. Read here for more details
1. TURN ON APPLE MUSIC LOSSLESS AUDIO
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Sequence
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Open the Apple Music app
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Choose Music on the Apple Music toolbar
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Select Preferences in the pull-down menu
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Click Playback at the top.
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Toggle on the Lossless audio checkbox.
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Next, select lossless audio quality when streaming songs: Choose one of the options from the Streaming pop-up menu.
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Also, select lossless audio quality when downloading songs: Choose one of the options from the Download pop-up menu.
2. SETUP DOLBY ATMOS ON PC
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Sequence:
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Select the icon that looks like a home theater. Then click “Setup”
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Home Theater Setup appears. Select “Continue”.
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If “NAKAMICHI” is displayed here, Skip to step 5. If you see the that the default audio device is not compatible, Select Audio Devices.
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Click “Nakamichi”
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If “Nakamichi” is not the default audio device, click “Go to Settings”. If “Nakamichi” is the default audio device, Skip to step 7.
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Audio Settings Window appears. Select “NAKAMICHI” from the options. Close the Settings window.
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Click Continue.
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Click Experience Now.
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You will be brought back to the Dolby Access home screen. Select any Atmos video Clip to test that Dolby Atmos is working!