Projector generally has stereo audio output. You cannot expect surround sound or a subwoofer facility. You can only connect through 2.0 jacks. You would require HDMI inputs with an audio extraction facility in the audio system to connect 5.0 speakers. See if your projector has HDMI port connectivity.
Watch the video at the end of the article to learn how to connect a speaker to a 5.1 projector.
Step by step guide to connecting 5.1 speakers to a projector
The first thing is that you have to look into the speaker system compatible with the projector. External speakers require an additional power source, which is generally provided by the other amplifier.
Also, there is some speakers brand that offers the in build amplifier system. You have to provide the audio output, and everything will be alright.
Every projection system comes with a manual. Check the manual to see the output connection. After that, check the projector’s requirements. When you have sufficient connectivity knowledge, search for compatible speakers to connect to the projector.
The speakers offer channel connectivity to balance the gain. Wired speakers usually contain a 3.5mm audio cable. You will find right and left channels with RCA connections.
If you do not have the cables, you may have to buy a 3.5mm to 2x RCA stereo audio splitter to connect the speakers.
Step 1: Position your speakers
Set the direction of the speakers according to the space and the power plug availability. Plug them into the primary power circuit and keep them ready.
Step 2: Connect the audio cable
Now connect the audio cable to the speaker, and the other end is to the output option of your projector. You will find the connection on the backside of your projector.
Step 3: Turn on the projector
Turn on the projector and play the sound or movie on the device. Ensure that you kept the volume on the lowest gain before playing the audio.
The sudden increase in the volume will scare the audience. Slowly increase the audio and balance the volume on all the speakers. Adjust the quality of the audio and instruments volume.
You do not have much scope in adjusting the projector system’s volume. The projector generally consists of the input and output connectivity with the remote control volume adjustment function.
Other than that, there is not much scope to it. See how each of the speakers is performing.
In most cases, the device will work smoothly without any trouble once it is connected to the projector. It may not offer you surround sound, but the audio volume will be sufficient to enjoy the movies on the projector.
Can I connect speakers directly to a projector?
Yes. Modern proctors come with input and output audio connectivity. It is possible to connect the speakers directly to the projector.
You can connect the 3.5mm jack to the audio output, and the other end goes to the speakers. Ensure that the speakers have input connectivity similar to the projector.
It should support a 3.5mm cable. If your speakers have a different system, the speakers might require a separate cable that converts the connectivity to the projector-supported A/V input.
Some projector supports inbuild speakers connectivity. However, you can connect external speakers as well. Some speakers come with expended powers. But the entire system would require an amplifier audio mixture to support the operation.
Such a system is only recommended when running a high-end projector on a large scale. The home base projector system doesn’t need prominent size speakers.
The small speakers with the audio input and connection are adequate to generate the required volume.
How can I make my projector sound better?
One of the problems with the projector is that they are not louder. When you put the projector in the big space, the inbuilt speakers will not be sufficient to produce the sound. There is no fun watching movies or playing the game on the large screen without enough volume.
The majority of the projector fails; that’s why people choose the large screen television over the projector system.
However, there is a way to make the project sound better and louder with the external devices. You might have to add more speakers to increase the coverage area.
Also, the speakers you have inbuilt in the projector are not enough to produce surround sound. The only way to improve the sound quality is to get the new external speakers of the popular brand.
Connect these speakers with the help of the audio output cables. One end of the cable goes to the projector’s audio output system, and another will be connected to the speaker. When you turn on the projector, the audio will be clearer and audible from a distance.
Before you buy the new speakers, first check the configuration of the speakers. Not all speakers will have audio output. Projectors typically require the audio output to power the device.
A projector will have an output device, and the speaker will have the input device. When you connect the system, the audio flows from the speakers.
Few things to consider before buying the external speakers
Check the volume option.
The projector comes with different settings for the column. Check each option and ensure they are turned to optimum sound.
Also, if you have connected external devices such as laptops, DVDs, or Android phones, check the volume setting is set to maximum. If you still need the louder music, move to the next step.
Check audio output
A wrong connection could cause a problem with the projector. The low sound might be the sign of no audio output. Confirm that the RCA or HDMI input is correctly connected. Also, they should be connected to the respected inputs.
Check cables
There are possibilities that the cables are broken, and they cannot pass the current to the speakers. Change the cable and see if the problem persists.
How do I connect my home theater to a projector?
Every projector system comes with sound options. Modern projectors even come with Bluetooth connectivity.
So before you perform the configuration, check the home theater connectivity options. The home theater will have an audio input device. Connect the 3.5mm jack to the home theater and other output projectors.
When the projector is turned on, the device will get activated, and you will have surround sound in the home.
Ultimately the audio output should reach the home theater system where the home theater Eco the sound and create the theater experience.
Some speakers would need an HDMI connection to run the home theater system. If you are not ensured, talk to the experts and see what cable is required to power the projector with the home theater system.
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