Step-by-Step Instructions for Best Experience
Select your Xfinity model
Xfinity X1
Xfinity (Old)
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE:​
NOTE
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
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Option 1 (TV supports 5.1 audio pass-through):
Connect Xfinity (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 >
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Audio will be sent out via TV's HDMI ARC to soundbar HDMI 1 ARC
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Option 2 (TV do not support 5.1 audio pass-through):
Video: Connect Xfinity (HDMI OUT) to TV HDMI input with a HDMI-certified High-Speed 2.0 cable.
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Audio: Connect Xfinity (Optical Out) to soundbar Optical input.
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Not all TV channels are broadcasting in Dolby Digital audio format. Refer to your channel info for more information.
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It is reported that the Xfinity X1 may experience sound skipping with Dolby Digital audio. It is recommended to set to Stereo output if you are experiencing such behavior. Xfinity Community Forum >
1. AUDIO OUTPUT (HDMI)
Settings >
Device Settings >
Audio >
HDMI Audio Output >
select Auto Detect
NOTE
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
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Option 1 (TV supports 5.1 audio pass-through):
Connect Xfinity (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 >
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Audio will be sent out via TV's HDMI ARC to soundbar HDMI 1 ARC
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Option 2 (TV do not support 5.1 audio pass-through):
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Video: Connect Xfinity (HDMI OUT) to TV HDMI input with a HDMI-certified High-Speed 2.0 cable.
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Audio: Connect Xfinity (Optical Out) to soundbar Optical input.
​
Not all TV channels are broadcasting in Dolby Digital audio format. Refer to your channel info for more information.
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It is reported that the Xfinity X1 may experience sound skipping with Dolby Digital audio. It is recommended to set to Stereo output if you are experiencing such behavior. Xfinity Community Forum >
2. AUDIO OUTPUT (OPTICAL)
Settings >
Device Settings >
Audio >
Digital Audio Output (Optical/SPDIF) >
select Auto Detect
Press INFO button on soundbar remote control to verify audio format received on soundbar (Dolby Digital / DTS for best audio)
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 Digital / DTS for best audio)
