Can You Connect AirPods to Television?
Yes, you can connect your AirPods or AirPods Pro to your television to enjoy audio privately. There are two primary methods to achieve this, depending on your TV’s capabilities.
If your TV has built-in Bluetooth functionality, consult your TV’s user manual to confirm compatibility. Then, put your AirPods or AirPods Pro in pairing mode by pressing and holding the button on the back of the charging case until the white LED light flashes. Navigate to your TV’s Bluetooth settings menu, search for available devices, and select your AirPods or AirPods Pro to establish a connection. You can then adjust the volume using your TV remote.
For TVs without Bluetooth, or if you want to connect multiple headphones simultaneously, a Bluetooth audio adapter is necessary. AirPods lack volume control functionality with non-Apple devices, so choose an adapter with built-in volume control for optimal convenience. Options like the Avantree Orbit, Avantree Oasis Plus, Avantree Audikast Plus, and Avantree TC419 offer features like volume control, multi-headphone pairing, and digital optical audio support.
Avantree Orbit Bluetooth Transmitter
To use a Bluetooth adapter, connect it to a power source and then to your TV using either a digital optical (TOSLINK or SPDIF), 3.5mm auxiliary (headphone jack), or RCA (red/white) audio output port. Refer to the adapter’s user manual for specific instructions. Put your AirPods in pairing mode as described earlier. Similarly, put your Bluetooth adapter into pairing mode. Consult its user manual for guidance if needed.
Bring your AirPods close to the adapter until they connect. For digital optical connections, change your TV’s digital audio format to PCM in the settings menu. This ensures compatibility and optimal audio quality. With these steps completed, you should be able to hear audio from your TV through your AirPods. Using a Bluetooth transmitter allows you to bypass the limitations of your TV’s built-in audio output options and enjoy a wireless listening experience.
