As an avid TV and tech enthusiast, I recently ran into the issue of trying to connect my AirPods to my Bluetooth enabled TV. After some research and trial and error, I was able to successfully connect them and am now able to enjoy my favorite shows in total audio bliss. In this blog post, I will be sharing some tips on how to connect your AirPods to your Bluetooth enabled TV, as well as some common troubleshooting solutions that might help if you run into any issues.
AirPods and AirPods pro can connect to devices via Bluetooth. In order to connect your AirPods to your Bluetooth tv, it is necessary to put your AirPods in the charging case, turn press the pairing button on the case, then to select them on your TV’s Bluetooth list of available devices.
| Key Takeaways and Tips |
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| AirPods and AirPods Pro can connect to Bluetooth enabled TVs. |
| To connect AirPods to a smart TV, put them in the charging case, press the pairing button, and then select them on the TV’s list of available devices. |
| You will need to control the volume on the TV or with the remote when using AirPods with a smart TV. |
| Some common TVs that can work with AirPods include the Sony Bravia, Samsung smart TVs, and Vizio TV. |
| It is not usually possible to connect multiple AirPods to the same smart TV, but you can use a Bluetooth adapter to do so. |
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Can I use AirPods with smart TVs?
As long as the smart TV is able to connect to Bluetooth headphones, it will be possible for you to use AirPods with the TV.
Some common TVs that can work with AirPods can include the Sony Bravia, Samsung smart TVs, and Vizio TV.
However, it will not be able to use AirPods with a TV that does not use Bluetooth because it will not be possible for the AirPods to be able to connect to that tv.
How to pair AirPods to a smart TV?
To connect AirPods to a smart TV, do the following:
- Ensure the AirPods and the case has some power.
- Put the AirPods in the charging case with the lid open
- Press the pairing button on the case
- Go into your TV’s Bluetooth settings and you should be able to see your AirPods on the list of devices where you can connect them.
Read more: Can I charge AirPods pro with a Magsafe charger?
How to control the volume of AirPods when connected to a smart TV?
To control the volume of AirPods while they are connected to a smart TV, it is necessary for you to control the volume using the TV itself or the remove that comes with the TV.
It will not be possible for you to change the volume by using Siri or by changing the volume on your phone.
Read more: How to know if noise canceling is working on AirPods?
Why are my AirPods not connecting to my smart TV?
There are a multitude of reasons why your AirPods may be having trouble connecting to your Samsung TV. One of the most common ways for this to happen is if your AirPods are not charged.
To check the charge on your AirPods, check the light on your charging case. The light will either show green, amber, or blank, to indicate status.
If the light is green, the AirPods are fully charged. If the light is amber, that means that the AirPods are either in need of charge or are in the case charging.
If the light is blank, that means the AirPods are either completely uncharged, or the charging case is uncharged, which can be fixed by plugging it in to charge.
Another issue may be that someone else’s AirPods (or other Bluetooth headphones) have been paired with the Smart TV, which would prevent you from connecting them. To fix this, you have to unpair the other AirPods from the television.
Another issue is that your AirPods may be working, and may be connected to the television, yet it is still unable to work.
To fix this problem, unpair your AirPods from the Bluetooth items list on your smart TV and then try pairing them to the TV again.
Alternatively, it might be the case that you do not have the volume turned up on the TV.
Can I connect multiple AirPods to a smart TV?
Usually, it is not possible to connect multiple AirPods to the same smart TV.
However, you can get around this by using a Bluetooth adapter, but this usually will only allow you to connect up to 2 AirPods to the smart TV.
Yet, if you all use one AirPod, that would allow up to 4 people to watch the tv using AirPods.
Pros and Cons of Connecting AirPods to a Smart TV
Pros:
- AirPods provide a great sound quality and convenience when connected to a smart TV.
- The connection process is very simple and easy to do.
- You can control the volume of AirPods with the remote or on the TV.
- It is possible to connect multiple AirPods to a smart TV with the use of a Bluetooth adapter.
Cons:
- The AirPods can be expensive for some.
- The sound quality may not be as good as other devices.
- It is not possible to control the volume of AirPods with your phone.
- If you do not have a Bluetooth adapter, it is not possible to connect multiple AirPods to the same TV.
