As an owner of a LG TV, I know the frustration of trying to figure out how to connect two Bluetooth headphones to it. After doing some research and testing, I’m here to share how I solved the issue and other solutions I discovered.
In this blog post, I’ll be discussing how to connect two Bluetooth headphones to your LG TV and the troubleshooting steps to take if it’s not working.
Tips for Connecting Two Bluetooth Headphones to LG TV |
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For LG webOS 6.0, you can connect two Bluetooth headphones directly to the TV. |
If you have an older LG TV, use a Bluetooth transmitter to connect two headphones. |
Make sure the transmitter is compatible with your TV’s audio output port. |
Activate the transmitter’s pairing mode, then pair your headphones with the transmitter. |
Adjust your LG TV audio settings to ensure the sound is coming through your headphones. |
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Can You Connect Two Bluetooth Headphones to LG TV?
Yes, you can connect two wireless headphones to your LG TV if it’s LG webOS 6.0. To do so:
- Click the settings button on the remote.
- From “All Settings,” select “Sound Settings.”
- Click “ Sound Out” then “ Use Wireless Speaker”
- Click on “Bluetooth Device” then “Speaker Connection.”
- Choose “2 Devices”
- Wait until both devices pair then click on them.
How to Connect Two Bluetooth Headphones to Old LG TV?
The best way to connect two Bluetooth headphones to old LG TV is by using a Bluetooth transmitter: A device that converts the audio signal from one device into a Bluetooth signal. It will then send it to other connected devices through Bluetooth.
Bluetooth transmitters are convenient because you can connect wireless devices to them, even if your TV doesn’t come with a Bluetooth option. To do so:
Step 1: Connect the Bluetooth Transmitter to Your TV
Choose the Right Bluetooth Transmitter
You might think all you have to do is plug in the transmitter to your TV, and that’s it; however, it’s not that simple.
- You need to pay attention to your TV’s audio output options to connect the compatible transmitter.
- Your TV can have one or more types of audio output ports like RCA, optical audio connection, or auxiliary.
- You can check the Your TV’s manual to know which type of audio output port it supports, or you can look for the audio output label at the back of your TV. Generally, LG TVs will have an optical audio port.
- Luckily, there’re Bluetooth transmitters compatible with all three audio output ports. You might want to purchase them to connect to different audio ports.
- Lastly, make sure to buy a Bluetooth transmitter that pairs with multiple headphones.
Plug the Bluetooth Transmitter Into Your TV’s Audio Output Port
All you have to do is look at the back of your TV—it’s not typical for an audio connection to be on the bottom, or the side, of a TV.
- For RCA audio output, connect each cable— usually colored red and white— to its corresponding audio output port.
- To connect optical audio connection, plug your transmitter into the single port labeled “Optical” at the back of your TV.
- Connect your transmitter to the auxiliary port; you’ll find an “ Aux Out” label if your TV supports it.
Check That the Bluetooth Transmitter Is Powered On
You’ll need to connect your Bluetooth transmitter to a power source—unless it’s battery-powered. Most Bluetooth transmitters have light indicators to tell you if it’s turned on or off when plugged into a power source.
Step 2: Activate Your Bluetooth Transmitter Pairing Mode
You want to check the instructions to know the steps for pairing mode; however, it’s easy to activate most Bluetooth transmitters’ pairing mode.
Simply press the power button and keep holding it until red and blue lights alternate with one another.
Step 3: Pair Your Headphones With the Bluetooth Transmitter
To connect two headphones to your transmitter:
- You first need to activate the Bluetooth transmitter pairing mode.
- Then turn on your headphone and wait a few seconds. The transmitter will automatically pair with the headphone. Some transmitters can connect to multiple headphones at once; just turn all the headphones you need on.
- Other transmitters will require you to turn off the first paired headphone and connect the second headphone separately.
- Then, turn the first paired device—while keeping the second headphone on—it’ll automatically pair again with the transmitter.
Step 4: Adjust Your LG TV Audio Settings
Before changing the sound settings in your LG TV, try testing if there’s sound in your headphones by turning up the volume, both in the headset and the TV.
If you can’t hear through the headphones, you’ll need to adjust your TV settings. To do so:
- On your LG TV remote, press the “Setting” button.
- Multiple icons will appear at the side of your screen, go to the end of the menu and select the “All Settings” icon.
- Choose the “Sound” menu.
- Choose “Sound Out.”
- Choose the sound output you want which corresponds to the audio portal you plugged your transmitter into; For LG TV, select “Optical.”
- Lastly, make sure your headphone’s volume is up, and if you can’t still hear a sound, raise your TV’s volume.
Pros of Bluetooth headphones with LG TV
- Can easily connect multiple Bluetooth headphones
- No need for extra wires
- High-quality sound output
- No latency or lag in audio
- Convenient and easy to use
Cons of Bluetooth headphones with LG TV
- Older LG TVs won’t support two Bluetooth headphones
- Compatible Bluetooth transmitters can be expensive
- Requires some setup and configuration
- Can be tricky to pair multiple headphones with some Bluetooth transmitters
In Short
Read more: How to control soundbar with LG Remote
While you may not be able to connect two Bluetooth headphones to LG TVs older than 2021, still there’s a solution to every problem.
You can overcome this issue by connecting your LG TV to a Bluetooth transmitter, then pairing multiple wireless devices to the transmitter. This way, you’ll get the most out of your LG TV.
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