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We usually use standard High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) cables to connect devices close by, such as your Laptop to your TV, or to transfer large files from a PC to your device. But what about connections between devices that are farther apart? What do we use? Do we need to buy multiple HDMI cords and …

eARC is relatively new. If you recently purchased an LG TV, you might be wondering which HDMI port has eARC. Typically, HDMI ports are labeled, making this a pretty straightforward find. A simple glance behind your TV should confirm which HDMI port is eARC. However, there seems to be confusion about which port is eARC …

We often see celebrities and influencers “flex” their envy-worthy home theaters online. Honestly, who wouldn’t want to plop down on a beanbag and get the premium movie experience without leaving the house? Thanks to home electronics companies, we can now enjoy those little luxuries without spending tens of thousands of dollars just to get the …

Our favorite digital connector just got better!  HDMI has been around for years and has become the go-to connector for TVs, projectors, mobile phones, tablets, and more. Nowadays, they have come up with other variations such as the HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC. Both HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC specialize in improving your audio experience.  …

Does your projector not have a built-in speaker? Perhaps it does, but the sound isn’t sufficient for your needs?  Connecting it to an external audio device might just do the trick. Audio/video junkies often choose a soundbar to get this job done.  Most soundbars nowadays are equipped with either HDMI ARC or eARC. Because of …

Most modern digital devices support HDMI ARC or High-Definition Multimedia Interface Audio Return Channel. If you’re unfamiliar with the technology, it’s simply a program that allows HDMI cables to receive and process audio signals from a source.  In other words, you won’t have to use external wiring – apart from an HDMI cable – to …

Sceptre TVs are gaining popularity in the entertainment market, and potential users are beginning to ask questions! Following the move from standard HDMI to HDMI ARC and eARC, the vital question is, “Do Sceptre TVs have HDMI ARC?” Yes, there are many Sceptre TVs with HDMI ARC connectors. Since 2009, Sceptre inc. has released many …

These days, sound quality is just as important as video quality. You can have the best 3D sound delivered right to your eardrums with the Sonos Arc. But what if you have an older TV? Or an HDMI port that doesn’t have eArc? Will the Sonos Arc work without eArc? The short answer is yes. …

Do you enjoy listening as much as you do watching? You should consider an HDMI with an eARC (Enhanced Audio Return channel). Today, eARC is an important part of the HDMI equation. It offers entertainment lovers a solution to one of the many issues people have encountered when connecting audio devices to the TV- a …

You’ve been shopping around for an amazing sound system to connect to your TV. You consider yourself to be a relatively tech-savvy person. However, in the speakers’ spec list, you keep seeing something you’re not familiar with.  What is HDMI ARC/eARC? What does it have to do with a speaker’s sound and does your TV …

So, you come home with a brand new TV and start setting it up in the living room. You go to plug in your soundbar and notice that there’s something different about the HDMI ports.  One of them is labeled “HDMI eARC.”  If you haven’t been around the A/V world in a while, HDMI eARC …

Recent upgrades of HDMI have brought with it technologies that now support 4K and 8K resolutions. The most recent upgrade, the HDMI eARC, lets users enjoy high-quality audio on top of crisp and vivid videos.  That said, what can you do if your current device only has HDMI ARC?  You might be wondering, Can I …

You bought a new Smart TV, and as you were setting it up, you saw “HDMI eARC” written beside some of the HDMI ports behind your unit. Well, that’s something you’ve never heard of before!  What does eARC mean? Is it the same as HDMI ARC? What makes it better than ARC? And what are …

The best thing about soundbars is not just their audio quality. It is also how they function as AV media hubs for conveniently connecting all your devices.  If you have a Dolby Vision TV connected to your soundbar, you’re probably wondering which HDMI interface is best suited for your transmissions.  Do you need HDMI eARC? …

You don’t have an eARC-compatible TV? You’re missing out! eARC is HDMI’s most recent function — one that is more advanced than its predecessor, the ARC. It runs on the HDMI 2.1 version, supporting large bandwidth and high-speed transmission.  Since 2018, manufacturers have introduced TVs with eARC support into the market. Many new models from …

Can you believe it’s been a decade-plus of enjoying the convenience of HDMI ARC? It would seem as though we started using this handy feature not too long ago. But, really, it’s been a whole ten years and counting. Now, manufacturers are adding the newer, advanced eARC to more devices.  And, with it, the fantasy …

Have you come across the “eARC” label on your TV’s HDMI port? Are you wondering what it means and how essential it is for your viewing experience? You’re in the right place.  The eARC is the upgraded version of ARC. Not every TV supports this feature; however, if yours does, congratulations! You have one of …

Technology moves at a rapid pace. And Apple never gets left behind. With all the new ports and integrations happening, we need to keep up. So, it leaves us wondering, does Apple TV have HDMI eARC? eArc is the latest update to ARC, Audio Return Channel. ARC is integrated into our HDMI ports to enable …

As technology advances, more and more new features are emerging. Some new features that have been making waves recently are HDCP 2.2 and ARC. But what are these? And are they the same thing? We have found that HDCP 2.2 and ARC are completely different features. HDCP 2.2 is a new version of encryption technology …

Emerging technologies have made the TV set more and more complex than its predecessors. One of the technologies incorporated into TV in recent years is the Audio Return Channel (ARC). Audio Return Channel technology allows you to connect your TV and the audio system using one high speed cable. This allows you to minimize the …