How to Connect Bose Soundbar to TV Wirelessly

Connecting your Bose soundbar to your TV wirelessly can provide a hassle-free and clean set up without any cables running across your living room. With wireless connectivity, you can enjoy your soundbar’s audio paired with your TV’s video seamlessly.

In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to connect your Bose soundbar to your TV wirelessly using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. We’ll also provide troubleshooting tips in case you run into any issues getting them paired.

Overview of Wireless Connection Methods

There are two main wireless methods to connect your Bose soundbar to your TV:

Bluetooth

Bluetooth provides a direct wireless connection between the two devices. It’s the simpler option but can introduce audio lag, especially for watching video.

Wi-Fi

Connecting via Wi-Fi allows both devices to connect to the same wireless network. This provides low latency audio and is reliable for home theater usage.

Both options are fairly straightforward to set up. The right method for you depends on your specific devices and preferences.

Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these instructions to get your Bose soundbar and TV connected wirelessly:

Via Bluetooth

1. Enable Bluetooth on your TV – From your TV settings menu, ensure Bluetooth is turned on. The exact menu navigation will vary by TV brand and model.
2. Put Bose soundbar in pairing mode – Press and hold the Bluetooth button on your soundbar until the Bluetooth light flashes blue. This puts it in discoverable mode.
3. Select Bose soundbar from TV’s Bluetooth menu – On your TV, navigate to the list of available Bluetooth devices and select your Bose soundbar. Accept pairing if prompted.
4. Confirm connection – With both devices paired, audio from your TV should now play through the Bose soundbar.

If the devices fail to pair, restart both and repeat the process. Make sure no other devices are also trying to pair.

Via Wi-Fi

1. Connect soundbar and TV to same Wi-Fi network – Have both devices join the same wireless network through your router or access point.
2. Download Bose app – On your smartphone, download the Bose Soundbar app (iOS/Android). Open the app and follow prompts to set up your soundbar.
3. Select TV as audio source – In the app, select your TV brand as the audio source. The app will walk through connecting the two over Wi-Fi.
4. Test audio – Play video on your TV to ensure sound outputs through the soundbar over Wi-Fi. Adjust volume through the app if needed.

Both devices must be on the same network. If audio lags, a network issue may be present.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you can’t get your devices to connect wirelessly, try these troubleshooting steps:

• Restart both the TV and soundbar – This resets the connection
• Re-pair the devices – Go through the full pairing process again
• Check Wi-Fi connection – Ensure strong signal for both devices if using Wi-Fi
• Update firmware – Install latest firmware updates on both devices
• Factory reset – Reset soundbar to factory default settings if issues persist

Certain TVs and soundbars may have compatibility issues. Check manufacturer documentation to ensure your models support wireless connection.

Enjoy Wireless Audio

Once connected via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, you can enjoy your Bose soundbar wirelessly paired with your smart TV. Adjust sound settings through your TV remote or Bose app for the optimal listening experience.

Wireless connectivity keeps your home theater setup clean and clutter-free. With a few quick steps, you can cut the cords and go wireless with your soundbar audio.

Summary

• Main wireless options are Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth provides direct device connection while Wi-Fi connects through a network
• Pair through TV Bluetooth settings or Bose app Wi-Fi setup
• Restart devices, re-pair, check Wi-Fi, or factory reset if issues arise
• Wireless connection provides a clean home theater setup

This covers the basics of connecting your Bose soundbar to a TV wirelessly using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Be sure to also check our guide on how to connect a Sony soundbar to your TV for another great wireless soundbar option.