Audio settings for getting most of my soundbar

by mart1nn

I recently purchased a Sonos Arc and having an older (2016 Sony Android TV KD-55X8505C) means I cannot use Atmos, but while getting myself together on an upgrade, I want to get the most of what I can.

Decided to try out the “Auto 1” option and this enables 5.1 audio on Netflix and other streaming platforms. Is this the right (best) option to stream audio to the soundbar using the ARC port and let it decide how to play it?

jobiegermano

I don’t know what that is, I don’t have that brand sound bar, but on mine I turn off anything that attempts to modify the sound. I ensure the EQ is set to “direct” and I turn off Virtual Surround, TruVolume, and Night Mode.

I hope that helps 🤷🏻‍♂️

thebarbosa

Yes, that's the right setting! The 5.1 mode is delimited by the maximum hdmi arc speedy that is around 1mbps. So, by letting the auto mode work, you'll get the best audio quality possible for your current TV setup