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How do I fix the sound delay on my Sony TV?

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Matthew Barrera

Published May 06, 2026

How do I fix the sound delay on my Sony TV?

When the TV function is selected, follow the steps below.

  1. Using the supplied remote control, press OPTIONS button.
  2. Press up arrow or down arrow button repeatedly until A/V SYNC appears in the front panel display.
  3. Press Enter button.
  4. Press up arrow or down arrow button to adjust the delay between the picture and sound.

Why is there a delay on my Sony TV?

The audio and video on my TV are out of sync or there’s an audio delay. When watching a TV program, it could be the broadcast itself or a bad connection between your cable/satellite set-top box. If a DVD or Blu-ray Disc™ player is connected to your TV, a poor connection or the disc itself could be the cause.

How do I fix the audio delay on YouTube?

Fixes for audio and video out of sync on YouTube

  1. Try playing another TV show or movie.
  2. Update your drivers.
  3. Disable hardware acceleration (If you’re using the YouTube web version)
  4. Update or reinstall YouTube (If you’re using the desktop app)
  5. Is it a connection problem?

How do I fix ARC audio delay?

How to fix the annoying audio delay on your soundbar

  1. How your TV and soundbar get out of sync.
  2. Adjust the audio delay on your TV or soundbar.
  3. Turn off audio and video processing.
  4. Change the audio format on your TV.
  5. Plug your source into the soundbar instead of the TV.

How do you fix a delayed sound?

How can I fix audio lag in Windows 10?

  1. Run the Sound troubleshooter.
  2. Reinstall Realtek audio driver or replace it with a generic driver.
  3. Disable Hardware Acceleration and Exclusive applications priority.
  4. Restore Playback device to defaults.
  5. Change the Audio format and disable Enhancements.
  6. Disable ErP and/or HPET in BIOS.

How do I get rid of audio delay?

The simplest way to cure your HDMI latency problem: Turn the volume on the television/monitor up so that it’s slightly louder than the volume of your AV receiver. Turn off your rear and side speakers then play a video program with lots of dialogue and minimal music or sound effects.

What should the audio delay be on my TV?

Audio delay adjustments usually range from 0 millisecond to approximately 250 milliseconds. Check your manual to see if A/V Sync or Audio Delay setting is available on your home theater system.

What to do if your TV audio is out of sync?

Open the Settings menu. The options vary depending on the model year of your TV. On the supplied remote, press the Quick Settings button. Select the Settings icon. On the supplied remote, press the HOME button. Select the Settings icon. Select Display &Sound → Audio output → Digital audio out → PCM.

Why does my sound not match my TV?

If the audio and video are still not synchronized or out of sync when listening to the sound from the TV on the Blu-ray Disc Home theater system, connect the optical audio cable from the cable box or satellite receiver directly to the home theater system instead of the TV.

What’s the delay between sound and picture on Blu ray?

Press left arrow or right arrow button to adjust the delay between the picture and sound. You can adjust between 0 millisecond (ms) to 300 ms. Other Blu-ray Disc player or Blu-ray Disc Home theater system can only be adjusted between 0 ms to 120 ms.