
The reason that the cable needs to have dual connectors on both sides is because the audio signal which is sent from the smart TV to the mixer is in stereo. This cable has dual ¼ inch jack connectors on one side, and on the other side, it has dual RCA connectors. To connect your smart TV to a mixer, you’ll need a specific type of audio cable. Step 2 – Identifying the Necessary Cables High-quality audio to home theatre systems This table simplifies the outputs found on most smart TVs, and what they are used for. Once you’ve successfully located the audio outputs and the HDMI plug on the back of the smart TV, it’s time to make sure you’ve got the right cables to connect them to your mixer’s inputs. HDMI cables also carry visual signals and are commonly connected to a computer, Fire Stick, or another device that streams videos. HDMI cables are also used to transmit audio from the smart TV, and we’ll also be using this to connect to our mixer. These plugs are designed for RCA cables, which I’ll get into shortly. The left-sided output should be white, and the right-sided one should be red. The outputs you’re looking for will be located in the “audio out” section, labeled “Audio L” and “Audio R”. On the back of the smart TV, you’ll find the control panel, which includes HDMI plugs, video inputs, and audio outputs.
Step 1 – Locating The Outputs on Your Smart TVīefore you make the connection between your mixer and smart TV, you’ll need to establish which outputs you have at your disposal. You can then use your mixer to get the best possible audio quality from your smart TV. In this guide, I’ll provide you with seven easy-to-follow instructions and help you to identify all of the equipment you’ll need.
Additionally, the connection must be in stereo for the mixer to receive audio from the left and right of the smart TV.Ĭonnecting a mixer to your smart TV may seem confusing at first, but once you understand which cables and plugs are required, it’s fairly straightforward. You’ll need the correct audio cable that has dual ¼ inch jack connectors on one side, and on the other side, has dual RCA connectors. To connect a mixer to a smart TV requires you to send the audio output from the TV to the relevant inputs on the mixer. Pairing a smart TV with a mixer is a great way to maximize the audio quality that is produced when using it to watch films, television shows, or stream music. Smart TVs allow us to access streaming services, apps, and music.