With HDMI, simply connect one end of the cable to the HDMI port marked ARC (or eARC) on your AV receiver or soundbar and the other end to the port marked ARC (or eARC) on your TV. From there ...

which would have previously required multiple cables. In 2024, the best TVs across all price ranges will come with HDMI ARC or eARC ports. As just discussed, HDMI ARC – or Audio Return Channel ...

At a minimum, eARC requires that both an audio device and its connected HDMI port support HDMI 2.1. If you're unsure, check your audio gear's specifications, and connect it to the port marked "eARC" ...