Product Review: HDMI ARC and eARC: Audio Return Channel Explained

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Details: Written by CNET Reviews; Category: Reviews; Published: 31 January 2026; Created: 31 January 2026; Last Updated: 31 January 2026

The easiest way to connect any new TV to a new soundbar or receiver is using a single HDMI cable and the Audio Return Channel feature. This lets simplifies the connection process and minimizes the number of different cables you need. Nearly all modern TVs and audio gear (that has HDMI anyway) has either ARC or the newer…
Product Review: HDMI ARC and eARC: Audio Return Channel Explained

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