Samsung TV And Soundbar Out of Sync? (7 Instant Fixes)

Are Samsung TV and soundbar out of sync? Well, then this guide is perfect for this problem!

Sometimes the audio and video synchronization between your Samsung soundbar and the TV may get disrupted.

This happens mainly because an incompatible audio format is played or an equalizer issue and this guide will help you identify the reasons for the desynchronization.

If the Samsung TV and soundbar are out of sync, use the “Audio Sync” function, adjust the TV’s EQ settings, and adjust the Audio Delay.

Also, turn off “HDMI-CEC” and factory reset the Samsung soundbar.

Why are the Samsung Soundbar and TV Out of Sync?

Here’s why desynchronization appears between the Samsung soundbar and TV:

Well, those are the possible causes for the Samsung soundbar’s delay in audio or video, which is often referred to as “lip sync”.

So, keep reading to reveal the top-working steps and methods. 

Samsung TV and Soundbar Out of Sync – Here’s the Fix!

Tip: Follow the guide chronologically!

1. Use the Soundbar’s “Audio Sync”

All Samsung soundbars have an “Audio Sync” function that synchronizes the time and quality of the audio playback.

So, if your Samsung soundbar’s remote does not have a separate “Audio Sync” button, you must use the “Audio Settings” controller to choose from “TREBLE,” “BASS” and “AUDIO SYNC.”

Here’s how to adjust the Samsung soundbar’s “Audio Sync” function:

1. First, play any audio or media on the Samsung TV.
2. Press “Sound Control” on your soundbar’s remote.
3. Next, use the Left/Right buttons to adjust the delay.

Note: The level of synchronization will be displayed on the Samsung soundbar’s screen while the feature is being adjusted.

2. Play Media with Different Encoding

In many cases, the audio or video of a particular TV show or movie is falling behind because of a specific encoding format.

So, it takes a moment for a Samsung soundbar to receive the audio packets from the TV, unpack the signal, and send it out with the corrected audio and video sync.

So, formats using higher audio quality and containing more data such as Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos, and even DTS can cause the sound or video to fall behind.

Well, you can test the TV’s encoding capabilities and sync by playing a video or broadcast with a standard audio format.

Important: Connect the Source Directly!

If you’re using a separate source device, such as Roku, Firestick, or a cable TV box, you should connect it directly to the soundbar.

This way you can bypass any audio delay caused by the TV because the source device will be passing the video signal through the Samsung soundbar first.

Note: The issue most often occurs on Optical out or HDMI ARC connection!

3. Adjust the TV’s “Audio Delay” Options

All Samsung TVs allow to manually regulate the delay between the output audio or video.

You can either increase or decrease the audio delay, based on whether the soundbar’s playback is behind or forward of the TV’s video.

Here’s how to adjust the audio delay feature on your Samsung TV:

1. First, press the “Home” button on the remote control.
2. Go to “All Settings” → “Sound” → “Expert Settings.”
3. Scroll down and press “Digital Output Audio Delay.”
4. Next, increase or decrease the delay using the slider.
5. Exit the menu and test your Samsung soundbar sync.

• Well, by moving the slider toward the left will decrease the delay, and moving it toward the right increases it.

Calculate by how much is the audio or video falling behind and adjust the Samsung soundbar’s delay accordingly.

4. Reconnect Your Samsung Soundbar

If the Samsung soundbar’s audio falls behind or rushes forward, it could be due to an unstable wired or wireless connection with the TV.

The next step is to reestablish the soundbar’s wireless Bluetooth connection or reconnect the HDMI, Optical, or AUX audio cable from your television.

How to Reconnect Samsung Soundbar Optical/HDMI?

1. Disconnect the Optical or HDMI cable from your soundbar’s back.
2. Next, unplug the other end from the rear panel of the connected TV.
3. Wait for 30–45 seconds while the audio/video cable is disconnected.
4. Reinstall the cable on both ends and test the soundbar’s audio sync.

How to Reconnect Samsung Soundbar Bluetooth?

1. Use the “SOUND MODE” button to unpair the soundbar.
2. Wait for 15–20 seconds while the soundbar is unpaired.
3. Press “SOUND MODE” until the display says “BT” again.
4. Reconnect with the soundbar and test the synchronization.

Note: If the Bluetooth connection is unstable or congested, it could result in a delay!

5. Change Your TV’s Equalizer Preset

If the Samsung soundbar is still not synchronizing with the Samsung TV audio, you must adjust the “Master EQ” settings and test with a different sound configuration.

So, while the equalizer is beneficial to improving the quality of the TV’s output, it can sometimes cause resynchronization.

Follow these steps to adjust the equalizer settings on your Samsung TV:

1. Navigate to the Samsung TV’s “Menu” page.
2. Next, go to “Settings” and press on “Sound.”
3. Enter the “Master EQ” pane from the section.
4. Optimize your TV’s audio settings individually.

How to Adjust Samsung TV Equalizer for No Delay?

Here are the settings of the Samsung TV’s equalizer and how to configure them:

• “Balance” – Drag the slider in the middle of the field.
• “100 Hz” – Drag the slider at 40% of the field.
• “300 Hz” – Drag the slider at 60% of the field.
• “1 kHz” – Drag the slider in the middle of the field.
• “3 kHz” – Drag the slider at 80% of the field.
• “10 kHz” – Drag the slider in the middle of the field.

Quick Tip: If you wish to start from the beginning, press on the “Reset” button at the bottom!

6. Deactivate Your TV’s “HDMI-CEC”

While the HDMI-CEC is widely used for operating the Samsung soundbar and TV in unison, it could sometimes cause a delay in the output of audio or video.

So, the next step is to manually disable the feature on your TV and test the Samsung soundbar’s playback to check the sync.

Here’s how to deactivate “HDMI-CEC” on your Samsung TV:

1. Press the “Home” or “Menu” button on the TV remote control.
2. Navigate to your “System” or “Settings” tab from the section.
3. Next, enter the “CEC” menu and highlight the activation button.
4. Optional: Check how HDMI-CEC is called on your TV device.
5. Press “OK” on the TV’s remote control to set the option to “Off.”

Note: After setting the feature to “Off,” you will no longer be able to operate the soundbar using the Samsung TV’s remote control!

7. Restore the Soundbar to Factory Defaults

If the Samsung soundbar is still refusing to synchronize with the connected source device or TV, the solution is to perform a factory reset.

If there is a system or configuration problem causing the audio or video to fall behind, restoring all settings to the default state will resolve your issue.

Here’s how to factory reset the Samsung TV in easy steps:

1. Ensure the soundbar is plugged in and powered on.
2. Hold the “Volume Up” and “Volume Down” buttons.
3. Next, release the buttons after 10 seconds to reset.

If the soundbar powers off early or does not shut down at all, it could mean that the factory reset has failed to start.

In such a case, press and hold both volume buttons for an additional 15–20 seconds and wait until the LED Indicator goes off.

Quick Recap

If the Samsung TV and soundbar out of sync, try using the soundbar’s “Audio Sync” function, change the equalizer preset, and deactivate “HDMI-CEC.”

If the problem persists, reconnect the Samsung soundbar from the TV and perform a factory reset.

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