Using a Soundbar is a great way to create a better sound experience when viewing shows on the TV. But imagine if the TV and the soundbar get out of sync.
Yes, it does happen! And is the most annoying thing in the world.We either get the character’s lip moving ahead with a delayed sound or the sound comes first, and the video is delayed.
This is primarily caused due to theTV’s need to decode different audio formats from different sourcesand send them over to the soundbar. This takes time and a lag in milliseconds can affect the user experience drastically.
If this has happened to you, do not worry, it can be fixed. 90 percent of the time, it’srelated tothesystem settingswhich can be tweaked with some simple steps. Other issues relate more to thehardware side, Individual App/ Channel’s broadcasting issues, etc.
Follow the steps below and troubleshoot the soundbar out of sync issue one at a time.
Causes of Soundbar Delay
Sound Bar Out of Sync? Here’s How to Fix It
We have compiled a list of alternatives for you to try out. Please note, that some alternatives might work for you, and some might not. The issue has a broad range of causes.
Try one alternative at a time and verify if it fixes the issue. If it doesn’t, move directly on to the next alternative.
Before we go on to major fixes, try the following steps as preliminary options.
Now we move on to some major fixes to try out. Try one alternative and check the sync issue. If the issue persists, go to another fix. Always check the issue repeatedly between fixes.
Update Tv’s/ Soundbar Firmware
Please ensure the TV and the soundbar software are updated to their latest version. Most TV and soundbars have an option to update their firmware through the settings menu.
If such an option is not there, go to the manufacturer’s website and download the latest firmware version on a USB stick. Plug the USB stick into the TV and run the updated firmware files.
Check the Audio Output Settings
