If you have gotten a new projector but are unsure how to connect projector to receiver HDMI, worry not.
In this article, I will explain and show you the most straightforward step-by-step instructions on connecting a projector to a receiver HDMI so that anyone who’s not an expert in this field can do this successfully. Thus, let’s begin!
How to Connect Projector to Receiver HDMI
Although it might sound complicated and sometimes even scary with all the technical jargon, connecting a projector to the receiver HDMI is not that hard.
You will need well-constructed instructions, like the ones I have prepared specifically for you, and a little practice. After that, I do not doubt that you will be able to connect your projector to the receiver HDMI alone and in no time.
Step-By-Step Guide
Connect the speakers to the receiver
The first thing you are required to do is connect your speakers to the receiver. You can do this through coaxial cables or speaker wires.
To successfully do this, you will need to connect your red wire with the matching red speaker terminal and your black wire with the matching black speaker terminal.
If you want to add an amplifier to your speakers, you will have to look for the green or yellow wire on your speakers. These wires serve as an extra amplifier input, so if you do not have one or are satisfied with your current setting, leave them as they are and do not connect anything to them.
Connect video and audio outputs to the receiver
The second step you will need to do is to connect the video and audio inputs to the receiver. You will need to choose any video or audio source of your preference, such as a game console, DVD player, Blu-ray player, or anything similar, and connect them to the receiver.
The next step is maybe the most crucial. You will need to carefully plug the HDMI cable into the suitable video outputs of your receiver. Then, after doing so and securing the cable in its place, you will need to connect the HDMI cable from the back of the receiver to your projector.
After doing so, you must take the other end of the cable and plug it correctly into the video input you can find on your projector. Then, take the other end of your HDMI cable and plug it into the HDMI input of the receiver.
Setting the A/V receiver source to the video output of the projector and desired input
When you are done with technicality, now comes the easy part. You will need to take the source to the input you have used previously and set it on your A/V receiver. For instance, if you plug the HDMI cable into the HDMI port two on the back of the receiver, you must set the receiver to HDMI2.
After successfully setting up the receiver, you need to find the video output setting and change it to ‘projector’ so you can use it with your projector.
Finally, after doing all the steps above, you should be able to see the video source on the screen of your projector.
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How to Connect External Speakers to Your Projector by Using HDMI ARC
Connect the HDMI cable to your speakers
First and foremost, you will need to find the ARC-compatible HDMI port on your AV receiver or external speaker. Then, you must connect one end of the HDMI cable to this ARC-compatible HDMI port.
Next, take the other end of the HDMI cable and connect it to the suitable HDMI2 (ARC) port on the rear side of the projector.
Set the audio output
When using external speakers, you will need to set the audio output of the A/V receiver to the ‘External Speaker’ option.
If necessary, you might also need to modify and select any HDMI control setting on your receiver or speaker. This is so that you can successfully connect and hear sounds on your external speakers.
Prepare the projector
Finally, you are required to find and press the ‘TV’ button on your projector’s remote control. Doing so will change the input so that you can use your projector while connected to the HDMI and receiver.
Finally, feel free to switch between your inputs, as the external speakers will be able to play any audio from that particular source automatically.
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How to Connect Your Surround System to Projector With HDMI
Connecting your surround system to your projector with the help of the HDMI cable could not be more straightforward. So, let’s look at the steps you need to follow.
- The first and more important thing you will need to do is turn all of your devices off. After you are sure everything has been properly turned off, you may continue to the next steps.
- Take your HDMI cable, and connect one of its ends to the HDMI or ARC port. You can usually find this port on the back side of your projector.
- Then, take the other end of the HDMI cable and plug it into the HDMI ARC or HDMI port on your surround system or soundbar.
- After doing so, ensure that the HDMI cable is tightly plugged into both devices and if everything looks correct, power on both devices.
- Finally, ensure that the two devices, your projector and surround system, are set to the suitable HDMI channels you are connected to. If they are not, you can set them to the specific HDMI channel using the devices’ remotes.
Conclusion
In this article, you could have read in detail how to connect projector to receiver HDMI by yourself and only in a few minutes.
Moreover, I made sure to include additional instructions on connecting your projector to external speakers and the surround system so that you are always equipped with the necessary knowledge you need regardless of your audio preferences.