Donald_S
Stunt Coordinator
- Joined
- Oct 19, 2003
- Messages
- 109
I have a (somewhat) older JVC 37" TV in the family room (JLC37BC3000). It has 2 audio choices for the optical audio, PCM and Dolby Digital, no HDMI out. My current soundbar is 2.1 but I really want a center channel for dialog. I'm looking at a Samsung 3.1 soundbar. However, I don't know (and can't figure out) if the signal coming from my TV will support 3.1 audio. There is no HDMI out, only optical. I believe PCM is only stereo, but what about the Dolby? Can it output a full 5.1 signal?
If I can't get a 3.1 signal from my TV, is there a box that will let me intercept the HDMI going into the TV? Right now I have 3 HDMI signals input to the TV. I would prefer not to have to use an AV receiver, as this would be used by family members who are going to have the patience to fool with constantly switching settings for various devices.
Thanks!
Donald
If I can't get a 3.1 signal from my TV, is there a box that will let me intercept the HDMI going into the TV? Right now I have 3 HDMI signals input to the TV. I would prefer not to have to use an AV receiver, as this would be used by family members who are going to have the patience to fool with constantly switching settings for various devices.
Thanks!
Donald