How do I connect my sound system to my TCL Roku TV?
David Ramirez
Published Mar 23, 2026
How do I connect my sound system to my TCL Roku TV?
Connecting a Sound Bar to your TV
- At the back of your TV, locate the port labeled HDMI® ARC.
- Be sure you are using a High Speed HDMI® cable that supports HDMI® ARC and CEC control, to connect the sound bar to your TCL Roku TV.
How do I connect my Roku to my amp?
- Press the Home button on your Roku remote, scroll down to Settings and select Audio > HDMI (or HDMI and S/PDIF on Roku players with an optical connector).
- If you are using optical for audio, check that the input you are using on your AVR or soundbar has optical (or S/PDIF) assigned as the audio source.
Does TCL Roku TV have audio out?
All TCL TVs have an ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT in the form of a 3.5 mm jack. With this, you can send analog audio to headphones, a sound bar, or a home receiver. Note you may need an adapter cable to go from 3.5mm to RCA L/R audio… only a couple of bucks.
Why does my TCL TV say no signal?
Make sure the HDMI or DVI component is turned on and the cables are firmly connected. If problems still occur, turn off your component and reconnect it. Reset the power by unplugging the power cord and plugging it back in. Reset the power by unplugging the power cord and plugging it back in.
Can you watch cable TV on a Roku TV?
You can watch live TV and cable content on Roku without long-term contracts or the need to buy new equipment. Streaming-only packages are available in channel packages similar to cable. It’s possible to watch cable on any screen that can connect to Roku.
Why is my Roku TV not making any sound?
Check the volume level and mute settings on your television. Make sure mute is OFF and that the volume setting is at an appropriately audible level. If you need help, check the documentation for your TV manufacturer. If you are using a composite cable, check that the audio connectors are snugly attached at both ends.
How do I connect speakers to my TCL TV?
How To Connect
- Connect the soundbar to the TCL Roku TV.
- Turn on both devices.
- Turn on “settings” on your TV.
- Click on “control other devices”
- Enable the connection you chose.
- Pull up the system audio control on the main menu.
- Enable the connection you chose.
- Return to Home. The soundbar should be working now.
Can a Roku remote turn on TV and control volum?
At the RF remote IR transmit menu choose to enable querying AVR’s (instead of TV’s). It’s either/or, control either the TV or the AVR. I’m controlling an old pre-HDMI Onkyo receiver volume, but it fails to control the On/Off.
What kind of audio equipment can I connect to my TCL TV?
All TCL TVs have an ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT in the form of a 3.5 mm jack. With this, you can send analog audio to headphones, a sound bar, or a home receiver. Note you may need an adapter cable to go from 3.5mm to RCA L/R audio…only a couple of bucks.
Where do I Register my TL • Roku TV?
Product Registration Please register your TL • Roku TV purchase on-line at It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. Registration is not required for warranty coverage. Product Information
How to connect a Roku TV to a receiver using HDMI?
I have mine connected using an Onkyo receiver. On occasion, the ARC signal doesn’t make a proper connection to the receiver and I have to reboot the Roku TV to initiate handshake. But 98% of the time, it works as it should. Double-check the Yamaha user’s manual to see if you’re not missing a setting or something. Try a different HDMI cable.
Why is my TCL Roku TV not working?
Plug the tv in, press and hold the reset button until the front light flashes or dims (10-20 seconds.). This is where your manual would explain what to do. Some people hold it while plugging the tv in (and said that made a difference). If the hardware reset doesn’t put you back to the initial setup screen, it’s probably a hardware error.
I have mine connected using an Onkyo receiver. On occasion, the ARC signal doesn’t make a proper connection to the receiver and I have to reboot the Roku TV to initiate handshake. But 98% of the time, it works as it should. Double-check the Yamaha user’s manual to see if you’re not missing a setting or something. Try a different HDMI cable.
Why does my Roku TV not work with arc?
The problem with “Roku TV — HDMI/ARC — Yamaha” is that Dolby Digital Plus, either auto-detected or user-selected, does not work. So, a simple fix, which still permits surround sound, is to slightly downgrade the protocol.
Who is the owner of Roku user manual?
Material in this User Manual is the property of TCL Company Ltd. and its subsidiaries and Roku, Inc., and is protected under US and International copyright and/or other intellectual property laws.