Windows 10: Soundbar detected as monitor screen on Windows PC [Fix]

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If you are facing the issue of the Soundbar being detected as a monitor on a Windows PC, you are in the right place. Some users complain that they usually face this issue when connecting the Soundbar via an HDMI port, but the reasons may vary. How soundbar is connected to a PC via HDMI […]

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Dolby Atmos setup with soundbar and monitor

Hello,

I have a connection problem. I use a notebook (windows 11) that has only one video output, the HDMI. This video output is connected to a Samsung soundbar HW Q950A. The eARC output of the soundbar is connected to a LG 29WK600-W monitor. This monitor has no eARC connection and no ARC.

When I connect the notebook only to the soundbar and without the monitor I can configure Dolby Atmos. But when connected to the monitor I can't configure Dolby Atmos.

Is there a solution to connect notebook > soundbar > monitor and be able to set the Dolby Atmos?

 

LG Soundbar SJ9 shown as SiliconImage

Hi,

Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

I appreciate your effort in trying to fix the audio issues on your Windows 10 device.

1. What is the make and model of the computer?
   
2. Are you aware of any recent changes made on the device?
   
3. Which version of Windows is running on your device?
   

You may try the below suggested step and check if the issue still persists.

Method 1

Set LG Soundbar as default play back device

1. Click on Volume icon from the taskbar.
   
2. Click on Sounds and click on
   Playback tab.
   
3. Select LG Soundbar and click on Set as default to check the status of the issue.
   

You may also refer the suggested steps and try to follow the same from the article
Help Library.

I suggest you to refer the article Fix sound problems in Windows 10
for more troubleshooting steps.

If the issue still persists try updating the latest Firmware & Drivers from the
manufacture’s website.

Click on Support section and select the preferred option under
Contact Us to get in touch with the manufacturer support for the further assistance.

Hope it helps.

Muralidhar

Microsoft Community Moderator

 

Windows 10 can't detect my second monitor

Thank you for confirming. We can do the following:

When the second monitor is not detected, we need to isolate if it's the monitor, the cable connecting them, or the port. We suggest that you remove your 1st monitor, then use the 2nd monitor as your 1st monitor. After that, connect the 1st monitor as the
2nd monitor.

Usually, this it's driver-related. Windows 10 won't be able to detect the 2nd monitor if the monitor driver is out of date or faulty. We recommend, rolling back to the previous installed graphics driver and monitor driver if it updated. Otherwise, update your
graphics and monitor drivers on the Device Manager. To do so, follow the steps below:

• Type Device Manager in the Cortana search bar and press Enter.
• When the Device Manager window appears, click the Display adapters and right-click the item below.
• Select Properties, then Driver tab, and click Roll Back Driver and follow the on-screen instructions.
• Expand the Monitors, then right-click the second monitor and select Properties.
• Click the Driver tab, and click Roll Back Driver and follow the on-screen instructions.

If the issue persists, update the drivers. You can manually update the driver by visiting the websites of your graphics card and monitor manufacturers to get the fully compatible drivers for Windows 10. You can run the Find
and fix problems with devices and hardware to automatically check for driver updates. Additionally, we'd like to know the make and model of your graphics cards and monitor?

Post back anytime at your convenience.