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Click To Continue Connect consoles, streaming sticks, Blu-ray players, and soundbars to your Vizio TV.

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HDMI ports overview

Most Vizio TVs have 3-4 HDMI ports:
  • HDMI 2.1: 4K @ 120Hz, VRR, ALLM (for PS5, Xbox Series X)
  • HDMI 2.0: 4K @ 60Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision
  • HDMI ARC / eARC (usually HDMI 1): audio to soundbar/receiver

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Connect a device

1

Power off both devices

Turn off the TV and source device before plugging in.
2

Choose the right port

Use HDMI 2.1 for next-gen consoles, HDMI ARC for soundbars.
3

Connect the cable

Plug a high-speed HDMI cable firmly into both devices.
4

Power on and select input

Turn on the TV, then the device. Press Input on the remote and choose the correct HDMI port.

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HDMI ARC (soundbar)

1

Connect to HDMI ARC

Plug the soundbar’s HDMI OUT (ARC) into the TV’s HDMI 1 (ARC) port.
2

Enable CEC

Go to Menu > System > CEC and turn it On.
3

Set audio output

Navigate to Menu > Audio > Audio Output and select ARC.
For eARC (Dolby Atmos, DTS:X), use an Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1 cable and enable eARC on both devices.

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Troubleshooting

Reseat the cable, try a different port, or use a different HDMI cable. Power cycle both devices.
Use an HDMI 2.0/2.1 port and a Premium/Ultra High Speed cable. Enable 4K + HDR in the source device’s video settings.
Enable CEC on both devices. Reconnect the HDMI cable to force a fresh handshake.
Switch inputs and back to refresh HDCP. Verify audio output settings.

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Console quick setup

  • PS5: Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output > 2160p, enable HDR + VRR.
  • Xbox Series X: Settings > General > TV & Display Options > 4K UHD, enable 120Hz + VRR.
Independent guide, not affiliated with Vizio, Inc. For official support: support.vizio.com. PS5, Xbox, Fire Stick, and Roku are trademarks of their respective owners.