Want to pump up the sound on your TV with some Klipsch speakers? Here’s how to connect them, no fancy words needed. First things first, there are a couple ways to plug in your speakers, depending on what jacks your TV and speakers have. We’ll cover the most common ways: HDMI cable, regular headphone jack cable (AUX cable), and even how to connect with your Apple TV.  By the time we’re done, you’ll be a whiz at hooking up your speakers! (Get a powerful subwoofer for Klipsch The Fives now)

Using HDMI

You can’t connect klipsch speakers with TV directly using HDMI unless they’re powered speakers with an HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) port.  Because the standard HDMI transfers video signals, not audio, from the TV to the speakers. So here are the steps to connect Klipsch powered speakers with HDMI ARC to your TV:

  • Make sure both your Klipsch speakers and TV have HDMI ARC ports. These ports are usually labeled as “HDMI ARC” or have a small ARC symbol next to the HDMI port name.
  • Using a high-speed HDMI cable, connect the HDMI ARC port on your speakers to the HDMI ARC port on your TV.
  • You also need to change your TV’s audio output format to PCM or stereo. For this go to your TV’s settings menu. Here you’ll find the Sound or Audio settings. Then click the audio format setting. Now select PCM as the output format. Save the changes and exit the settings menu.

Connecting Via 3.5 mm AUX Cable

3.5mm AUX cable is a standard audio cable with a 3.5mm jack on each end. Choose an AUX cable with a length that comfortably reaches between your TV and speakers without excess slack. Moreover you have to make sure your Klipsch speakers have a dedicated AUX input port for connecting external audio sources. Here’s how to connect your Klipsch speakers to your TV via AUX cable:

  • Locate the AUX ports on both your TV and Klipsch speakers. The AUX port on your TV labeled as Headphones
  • Plug one end of the 3.5mm AUX cable into the AUX input port on your Klipsch speakers. Plug the other end of the cable into the AUX output port on your TV.
  • Turn on your Klipsch speakers and your TV. On your speakers, make sure the AUX input is selected as the active source. This might involve a button on the speaker itself or using the remote control.
  • As mostly AUX generally works without needing to change TV settings, but some TVs might have an option for headphone/line out settings. You can check your TV’s audio settings menu to see if there’s a dedicated option for AUX output. If so, make sure it’s enabled.

Connecting with Bluetooth 

A few Klipsch models, like The Fives or The One II, have Bluetooth built-in. In these cases, you can connect your TV to the speakers through Bluetooth. Here’s are the steps for connecting Klipsch speakers with Bluetooth built-in:

  • Put your Klipsch speakers in pairing mode. For this you have to press and hold a button on the speaker or you can also use the remote control.
  • Go to your TV’s settings menu. Then navigate  the Bluetooth settings section. 
  • Search for available Bluetooth devices on your TV. The TV should scan for nearby Bluetooth devices.
  • Select your Klipsch speakers from the list. Once the TV finds your speakers, they should appear on the list of available Bluetooth devices. Select the speaker name to initiate pairing.
  • Your TV or speakers will provide a confirmation message once pairing is complete. You also need to select the speakers as the active audio output device on your TV.

Using RCA Cable

This is a cable with two RCA connectors on one end and a single 3.5mm jack on the other end. Make sure your Klipsch speakers have RCA input ports for connecting external audio sources. These will typically be red and white ports. Here is a step-by-step guide for connecting klipsch speakers to your TV using bluetooth:

  • Locate the RCA output ports on your TV labeled as RCA Out or Audio Out.
  • Connect the red RCA connector on the cable to the red RCA output port on your TV. Do the same for the white connectors.
  • Plug the single 3.5mm jack on the other end of the RCA cable into the corresponding jack on your Klipsch speakers.
  • Turn on your Klipsch speakers and your TV. On your speakers, make sure the RCA input is selected as the active source.
  • RCA generally works without needing to change TV settings, but still some TVs might have an option for RCA output settings. You can check your TV’s audio settings menu to see if there’s a dedicated option for RCA output and enable it and now enjoy the sound!

Using Klipsch Connect App

While the Klipsch Connect app is designed for specific Klipsch models and functionalities, it generally doesn’t handle the initial connection between your speakers and the TV. The app itself wouldn’t be involved in the initial process of connecting your speakers to your TV. Here’s how you can do it:

  • Use the appropriate cable (HDMI ARC, optical, RCA, or AUX) to physically connect your Klipsch speakers to your TV.
  • Download the Klipsch Connect app on your smartphone or tablet. Launch the app after installation.
  • Some Klipsch speaker models might require putting them in Bluetooth pairing mode for the app to discover them.
  • The Klipsch Connect app will guide you through the on-boarding process for connecting your speakers.
  • But not all Klipsch speakers are compatible with the Klipsch Connect app. Check the app description or Klipsch website for a list of supported models.

Connecting Klipsch Speakers with Apple TV

Connecting Klipsch speakers to your Apple TV depends on the specific models you have and the features they support. Here’s a guide of the most common methods:

  • Klipsch Speakers with HDMI ARC and Apple TV with HDMI ARC. This is the most straightforward and recommended connection method if both your devices have HDMI ARC capabilities.
  • You can also connect using a high-speed HDMI cable, connect the HDMI ARC port on your Klipsch speakers to the HDMI ARC port on your Apple TV.
  • Now enjoy the sound! Your Klipsch speakers will automatically receive audio from your Apple TV through the HDMI ARC connection.

Conclusion 

Those Klipsch speakers should be pumping out the sound for your TV now. If you run into any snags or have any other questions just leave a comment below and I’ll do my best to help. Happy listening!

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William
William
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