“Do you need to purchase any wires to connect this to your tv?”
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Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Hello there, DCat. We understand your inquiry about whether you need to purchase any cables to connect your LG 2.1-Channel S40T Soundbar (Model S40T) to your TV. Here’s what you need to know: • Optical cable is included: The S40T comes in the box with a high-speed optical (Toslink) cable, so if your TV has an optical audio output, you can immediately connect the soundbar using that cable without purchasing anything extra. • HDMI ARC cable is not included: If you’d prefer to use HDMI ARC for simplified volume control and potentially better audio formats (Dolby Digital, etc.), you’ll need to supply your own HDMI cable. The package does not include an HDMI cable, so please purchase a certified High Speed or Ultra High Speed HDMI cable to hook the S40T’s HDMI ARC port to your TV’s HDMI ARC input. Troubleshooting Step – Choose the Right Connection & Verify Settings Optical Connection: Plug the included optical cable into the “OPTICAL IN” port on the back of your S40T and the TV’s “OPTICAL OUT” port. In your TV’s audio settings, set the audio output to “Optical” or “Digital Audio Out.” This routes the TV’s sound through the optical cable to the soundbar. HDMI ARC Connection (if you purchase a cable): Connect one end of your HDMI cable to the S40T’s “HDMI TV (ARC)” port and the other end to your TV’s “HDMI ARC” port. On your TV, go to Settings → Sound → Sound Out and select HDMI ARC (or similar menu item) to ensure audio is sent over ARC. Finally, enable SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC) on the TV (often under Settings → General → SIMPLINK on LG TVs) so the TV and soundbar control each other seamlessly. By using the included optical cable, you won’t need to buy any extra wires—just plug and play. If you want HDMI ARC for one-cable convenience and volume synchronization, pick up a certified HDMI cable (sold separately) and then follow the steps above to switch your TV’s audio output to ARC. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-2-1-channel-s40t-soundbar-with-wireless-subwoofer-and-bluetooth-connectivity-black/6579923.p?skuId=6579923 For any further assistance—whether it’s choosing the right HDMI cable or walking through your TV’s audio menu—please send us a private message on social media @LGUSSupport. Our team will be happy to guide you step by step. We appreciate your patience and look forward to helping you enjoy your S40T soundbar to its fullest. —Renzo
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