How To Connect Bose Soundbar 700 To a TV

by Amit Agarwal

How To Connect Bose Soundbar 700 To a TV

Do you want to connect your new Bose Soundbar 700 to your TV? No worries. We’ll show you what you need and how it all works. Let’s get started!

The Bose Sound Bar is the latest premium sound system from Bose, and it’s also one of the best sound systems out there. It has a sleek design and delivers wonderful sound for your TV and other entertainment devices like your PC, laptop, phone, tablet etc.

Connecting your Bose Soundbar 700 to a TV is easy. In this article, We’ll go through the three most popular connection methods and how to troubleshoot them.

How Do I Connect My Bose Soundbar To My TV??

Most TVs come with HDMI ports, Bluetooth, and optical cable. However, HDMI is the most popular and effective way to provide high-quality sound.

And If your TV has an available HDMI ports port, there’s a very good chance that the soundbar will connect to it without any issues. 

However, not all TVs have multiple HDMI ports, and in such cases, you may need to invest in a small device (HDMI switch) before connecting the Bose Soundbar.

Follow the steps below to connect your surround sound system once you have a switch or a multi-port HDMI splitter.

Connecting The Sound Bar To Your TV Using an HDMI ARC Cable

To connect your Bose soundbar 700 to a TV using an HDMI ARC cable, please follow the steps below:

Step 1: Attach the TV and soundbar to connect the HDMI cord. They should be closer together to make the connection easier. The devices should also be placed closer to a power source since you’ll need to turn them on.

Step 2: Turn off the Boss soundbar 700 and TV.

Step 3: Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the TV and the other to the soundbar.

Step 4: Turn on the TV and soundbar.

Step 5: Change the audio output from your TV to HDMI. You may do so by going to the TV’s settings.

Step 6: Change the audio input on your soundbar to HDMI if it isn’t already.

The soundbar should now be audible after you’ve established a secure connection and adjusted the settings. If no sound is heard, double-check the settings or restart the connection to see if it helps locate and solve the problem. Also, make sure that both the TV and soundbar are properly connected via an HDMI cable.

Connecting The Sound Bar To Your TV Using Optical Cable

To connect your Bose soundbar 700 to a TV using an optical cable, please follow the steps below:

Step 1: Attach the TV and soundbar to connect the optical cord. They should be closer together to make the connection easier. The devices should also be placed closer to a power source since you’ll need to turn them on.

Step 2: Turn off the Boss soundbar 700 and TV.

Step 3: Connect one end of the optical cable to the TV and the other end to the soundbar.

Step 4: Turn on the TV and soundbar.

Step 5: Change the audio output from your TV to optical if it isn’t already. You may do so by going to the TV’s settings.

Step 6: Change the audio input on your soundbar to optical if it isn’t already.

The soundbar should now be audible after you’ve established a secure connection and adjusted the settings. If no sound is heard, double-check the settings or restart the connection to see if it helps locate and solve the problem. Also, make sure that the TV and soundbar are properly connected via an optical cable.

Connecting The Sound Bar To Your TV Using Bluetooth

The most popular approach to connecting Bluetooth-enabled devices is sticking them right on top of the TV. This technique is considered the most reliable. However, not all TVs and soundbars support Bluetooth connectivity. Make sure that your soundbar is equipped with the latest technology supporting wireless connectivity.

To connect your Bose Soundbar 700 to a TV using Bluetooth, please follow the steps below:

Step 1: To begin, connect the TV and soundbar. To minimize wiring headaches, assemble the items as near each other as feasible.

Step 2: To pair your soundbar, press and hold the Bluetooth button on the remote or soundbar for three seconds. The soundbar will go into Bluetooth pairing mode as a result of this.

Step 3: Select Bose soundbar 700 from the list of available devices on the TV’s Bluetooth menu.

Step 4: Select “Pair with this device” to link the TV and soundbar.

Step 5: Play some music or video on the TV and listen to the soundbar’s audio.

Step 6: Adjust the volume of both devices, so they are level. Change the output source of the TV to “Soundbar” if it isn’t already.

The soundbar should now be audible after you’ve made a secure connection and adjusted the settings. If no sound is heard, double-check the settings or restart the connection to see if it helps locate and solve the problem.

Why Won’t My Bose Soundbar Connect To My Tv?

If your Bose soundbar does not connect to your TV, it could be due to a few reasons. Follow below steps below to troubleshoot the connection. Here are some things to check out. 

  • Reset the TV
  • If the soundbar still doesn’t function after resetting the TV, reset the soundbar.
  • If an HDMI connection fails, use an optical cable or a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) cable.
  • The system may need to be updated.

Related: How To Reset Bose Soundbar 700, 500 And Soundtouch 300

How To Connect Bose Soundbar 700 To WiFi?

The Bose Soundbar 700 is compatible with various devices, but it isn’t possible to connect the soundbar directly to a PC. To build a wireless system, you can connect the soundbar to a WiFi router that supports dual-band 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz frequency bands to synchronize your multi-room system.

Here are the steps you need to follow to establish a connection between your Bose soundbar and WiFi router:

Step 1: Press and hold the Skip Back button and TV symbol on the remote for three seconds.

Step 2: Go to your mobile’s WiFi settings and connect to the WiFi network of your soundbar. It should start with “Bose Soundbar,” followed by your model number.

Step 3: Once you’ve connected the two, go to your browser and type in 192.0.2.1 to access the setup page of your soundbar’s WiFi network. To link with your home’s WiFi, choose it and input the password. If you can’t discover it there, you may manually add your network instead.

Step 4: Click “Submit.

Your Bose soundbar 700 disconnects from your mobile phone and connects to your home WiFi when you tap on “Submit.” You can now launch the Bose Music app and add your soundbar.

Why does Is My Soundbar Not Working With My TV?

If your soundbar is not working, don’t panic. There are several reasons why this happens, which you should check up on before going all out and replacing the unit or hiring a repairer.

First, make sure that the soundbar gets power from the nearest power outlet. If it isn’t, reconnect it to another socket and try again. If the soundbar is still not functioning properly after a power cycle, then you should check whether it’s turned on. Press the power button on the front panel to see if this fixes things up.

The other thing that can go wrong is an HDMI connection problem, so check things out there first. It could be that your TV’s HDMI input is not compatible with the soundbar, a problem that could be resolved by using a different input or output. 

Step 1: Disconnect the cables. Check your cables. Ensure that all connectors are securely attached to their respective ports and devices.

Step 2: Turn off both the soundbar and TV, then turn them on again after a few minutes.

Step 3: Turn off the TV disconnect the HDMI cable from both devices. Now turn on the TV and soundbar, then reconnect the HDMI cable when both units are powered.

Step 4: If you’re using an optical (Toslink) cable for input, check to see if it’s connected securely to its receiving port on the TV and soundbar.

Step 5: Turn off all devices and cables; connect to another cable using a different connector. If the soundbar is connected with another cable and it’s still not working, try turning off all devices and cables for five minutes; then turn on the device/cables one by one until you fix the issue.

Step 6: If a loud hum or a hissing noise can be heard from the soundbar or through the TV speakers, you might be experiencing an impedance mismatch. If the impedance of your soundbar is lower than that recommended by the manufacturer, you’ll need to match it for proper function.

You can ask a certified technician to do all this for you. Just make sure that they are properly qualified since there are safety risks involved in working on electrical equipment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I connect my soundbar to WiFi?

To connect your soundbar to WiFi, press and hold the Skip Back button and TV symbol on the remote for three seconds.

How do I reset my Bose Soundbar 700?

To reset your Bose Soundbar 700, press and hold the TV control buttons (volume up/down) simultaneously until you hear the system say “reset.” Press and hold both volume buttons again until you hear the system say “connecting.” The soundbar will reconnect to your home WiFi.

How do I force the sound out of my Bose Soundbar 700?

To force the sound out of your Bose Soundbar 700, turn off the soundbar, then turn it back on.

What do I do if my Bose Soundbar 700 isn’t working, but the power light is on?

If your Bose Soundbar won’t work, but the power indicator is still on, check to see if the cable from your wall socket/power strip is properly plugged into the soundbar and try restarting your TV.

What do I do if my Bose Soundbar 700 isn’t working, but the power light is off?

If your Bose Soundbar won’t work even though the power indicator is off, check to see if the cable from your wall socket/power strip is properly plugged into the soundbar and try restarting your TV. If the problem persists, unplug the power cord for 30 seconds, then plug it back in.