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Nvidia Shield
Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Experience
(Reference Model: Nvidia Shield Version 8.0)
Select your Nvidia Shield Version
Audio Settings
Video Settings
HDMI CEC Settings
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:
NOTE
Connect Nvidia Shield (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 >
Audio will be sent out via TV's HDMI ARC to soundbar HDMI 1 ARC
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
For maximum stability, set HDMI Video Settings toYCbCr 4:2:0; 8 bits; Rec 2020. See video setting space for detailed instructions >
Dolby Atmos MAT audio playback:
Some content devices output Dolby Atmos audio in "Dolby Atmos MAT" format, a new audio format that adds Dolby Atmos metadata into lossless pulse-code modulation (PCM) audio. The content devices are designed to prioritize internal buffering for high quality video when playing Dolby Atmos MAT contents. Therefore, the buffering process might cause random audio cut-outs. This is reported by various users with content devices that outputting Dolby Atmos MAT format:
NOTE
Connect Nvidia Shield (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 maximum stability, set HDMI Video Settings toYCbCr 4:2:0; 10 bits; Rec 2020. See video setting space for detailed instructions >
Dolby Atmos MAT audio playback:
Some content devices output Dolby Atmos audio in "Dolby Atmos MAT" format, a new audio format that adds Dolby Atmos metadata into lossless pulse-code modulation (PCM) audio. The content devices are designed to prioritize internal buffering for high quality video when playing Dolby Atmos MAT contents. Therefore, the buffering process might cause random audio cut-outs. This is reported by various users with content devices that outputting Dolby Atmos MAT format:
1. ENABLE HDR FORMAT
Settings >
Device Preferences >
Display & Sound >
select 4K 59.940 Hz (Recommended)
select 4K 23.976 Hz
Resolution >
Resolution >
Observe the LED light status at the front of soundbar when playing content (3 LED = Dolby Digital; 2 LED = DTS)
Press INFO button on soundbar remote control to verify audio format received on soundbar (Dolby/DTS for best audio)
