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How do I change the output on my Vizio TV?

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John Thompson

Published Apr 16, 2026

How do I change the output on my Vizio TV?

  1. AUDIO FORMAT. Press Menu button on TV remote > select Bitstream. Digital Audio Out >
  2. AUDIO OUTPUT. Press Menu button on TV remote > select Off. Speakers >
  3. SURROUND SOUND. Press Menu button on TV remote > select On. Surround Sound >
  4. AUDIO SETTINGS. Press Menu button on TV remote > Set Analog Audio Out to Fixed > Audio >

Why does my TV say optical?

The optical jack is designed to output sound when the video you’re watching contains digital audio (PCM or Dolby Digital® technology). This feature is available on certain digital broadcasts and streaming video, and isn’t supported on standard cable or analog stations.

Does Vizio TV have optical output?

Most Vizio TVs feature three ways to output sound from your TV to your surround system: HDMI, optical audio and composite analog audio.

Why does my Vizio sound bar not work?

Sound bar doesn’t even acknowledge a connection let alone produce sound. Called Vizio and TCL and no solution. I tried the cable box to the sound bar via optical audio and that work, so it seems like the TV is the issue.

Is there an audio out port on a Vizio TV?

But either way, most Vizio TVs, even if they don’t directly have an Audio Out port of some kind at least usually have a headphone out jack. If there is no audio out at all, you can grab the audio on the way to the TV. Since it’s most likely that your audio is being sent to…

What do I do if my Vizio TV is not working?

To access this press the menu button and choose System > Reset & Admin > Soft Power Cycle. Step 2: Verify the cord is securely connected to the video device and the TV. If a cord comes loose it could cause a display issue. Step 3: Check to see if the issue happens on another device, or an app.

What kind of optical cable does Vizio use?

The optical signal is SPDIF (often also available in a RCA phono connector from the source). It is digital and contains 5 or 7 channels of information. You cannot split either the electrical or optical SPDIF to the analog audio inputs with a simple cable.

Why is my sound bar not working on my Vizio TV?

The lights on the front will flash indicating the sound bar is cycling through all of the inputs to find the one the TV is plugged in to. 4. If you’re still having trouble, try a ‘factory reset’ on the sound bar. The factory reset procedure will differ depending on which sound bar you have.

How can I tell if my Vizio TV is having display issues?

You can also check the TV’s menu by pressing the ‘Menu’ button on your VIZIO remote. If your TV has a display issue, the TV will usually have the issue on all content. You’ll see the same problem when watching your cable box and your blu-ray player. You’ll also generally see the problem affect the menu.

What kind of cable do I need for my Vizio sound bar?

You can use a variety of cables including a digital optical cable, coaxial cable, or an RCA cable, but HDMI is usually recommended as the best option. Some sound bars may also have a Bluetooth pairing feature, and allow you to set up a wireless connection. Unpack your Vizio soundbar.

How do I Turn Off the speakers on my Vizio TV?

Toggle the TV Speakers setting to Off. Select the TV Speakers option with your remote, and use the arrow keys on the remote to toggle it off. This will prevent echo effect from multiple sound sources. Change the Digital Audio Out setting to Bitstream or Dolby Digital.