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Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

therealvinceunlimited — Mon, 21 Jan 2019 12:48:01 GMT

I thought I'd share a tip.

Are you aware that you can set up and use Apple wireless AirPod in ear headphones on a Bravia TV?

At least I can on my Sony Bravia 55’ KD-55AF8 OLED TV running the Android 7.0 software update. There is no conflict between the Android and Apple systems as Bluetooth is universal.

Select Settings, select Bluetooth settings then choose Add device. After setting up it is just a case of picking the AirPods icon from the list when needed.

This allows late night use without disturbing others and is ideal for those rare YouTube videos that suggest using headphones for the best effect.

The TV remote changes the sound levels within the ear phones. However, the "Hey Siri" voice control options are disabled whilst in TV listening mode as this is a function of AirPods when connected to a suitable mobile device.

Hope you find this interesting. Vince

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

EdwinaU — Wed, 23 Jan 2019 19:32:27 GMT

Hi Vince,

Thanks for sharing your earphone tips. We're sure some of our members will find them handy.

Cheers,

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

Ravaz13 — Wed, 06 Nov 2019 15:41:16 GMT

I programmed my air pods to my Sony Bravia 65 A8G OLED TV. It works but I need to raise the volume ALL THE WAY up to hear anything at all. Did I do anything wrong or is there a adjustment I need to make

thank you

Roger

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

therealvinceunlimited — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 10:11:27 GMT

Hi Roger,

I normally run my TV with the sound set around 21/100 for both TV output and apps such as YouTube, Netflix and iPlayer. However when I connect my AirPods the sound level switches to 77/100 but sounds slightly quieter. Volume can be made louder but with the AirPods there is a natural lower limit. I believe this is because Apple deliberately restricts volume output on its devices to protect their users. I can find an acceptable level at around 80/100 whilst using my AirPods. I know of no other way to adjust the sound except the level control on the TV [remote].

Hope this helps, Vince.

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

JackB12 — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 05:25:47 GMT

I’ve been able to connect my AirPods to my Sony 900F and can get system sounds while navigating the menu. However, I can’t get the sound from the video program showing on the tv to play. It plays on my tv and my audio system using ARC. I’ve tried different combinations of settings in the Sound area of the menu but haven’t hit on the right combo yet. Can you help?

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

JackB12 — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 05:35:20 GMT

Never mind. I had to turn off the AVR for my audio system and just use its pass thru for my source.

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

therealvinceunlimited — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 17:32:49 GMT

Hi Jack, Unfortunately I cannot offer any suggestions on your problem and would only have to work through all the options you have already tried. I presume you have checked all the obvious things like whether something is muted or particular settings on your devices. Maybe someone else will read this post and offer something useful for you. Vince

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

Dieu75 — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 11:28:23 GMT

After many attempts, I was able to pair my Sony Bravia KD-55X75CH to my new Airpods Pro using the Bluetooth Scanner App. My problem now is there is no sound. I did try to turn on/off the Bluetooth & unpair/re-pair the Airpods without success. I even disconnected my Audio system from the TV & tried to use only the TV speakers. Before returning the Airpods Pro, which I like a lot, I hope you can help me fix this problem. Thank you!

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

therealvinceunlimited — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 13:42:08 GMT

Hi, I presume you have referred back to my original post and tried the specific set up instructions there. And that it is not a simple case of low Apple volumes such as I discussed with other commentators. If so it is unlikely that I can assist further. You mentioned that you have your TV set up associated with a sound system but wisely went back to basic TV by eliminating the external source conflicts, which was a good check to do. You also mention you have AirPods Pro. I haven't got these types but I understand that they also have configurable settings for noise cancellation etc. If you haven't done so it may be worth checking if these settings [on your phone?] are not corrupting the process. Good luck in your investigations as it is useful to be able to listen via the bluetooth. Vince

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

Dieu75 — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 21:47:48 GMT

Hi Vince,

Yes, I did try switching the noise cancellation on/off. I even tried to put my mobile phone far away from the TV and turn off its Bluetooth. I just read many reviews saying Sony Bravia TV is not compatible with Airpods Pro. I wish I paid attention to this matter before purchasing the Airpods Pro. I will be return it and probably get a headset with transmitter.

Thank you for your quick reply!

Dieu75

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

Win_88 — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 18:49:49 GMT

Hi @Dieu75

I think the problem here is that your TV doesn't feature a Bluetooth audio profile. You can find more here: https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/support/televisions-projectors/articles/00159290

Win_88

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

imspecialk1492 — Thu, 04 Feb 2021 20:47:35 GMT

It does not work for me. :{

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

HannahEd01 — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 10:13:03 GMT

Hi imspecialk1492, what's the model number that you own? Also, check this link: http://bit.ly/38DM7k4, it's a very useful reference for the supported models.

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

Parkie57 — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 13:32:43 GMT

I have the problem of connecting my AirPod pro Gen-2 to my Sony Bravia.

Thats done

But I can’t isolate output to just my Airpods

i can still hear tv speakers

Basically nullifying the whole point of silent late night viewing

any ideas ????

cheers

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

royabrown2 — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 21:04:22 GMT

@Parkie57

All I can find is how to get what you’ve got and don’t want - both at once 😢

But I daresay this will give you a clue to what you need, by reversing one of the steps, and disabling something that the article describes enabling 😛 :-

https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/support/articles/00049501

Samsung call what you are trying to disable ‘multi audio’, but I don’t know what Sony call it.

Maybe dual audio as here, where in Quick Settings, you can control headphones and the TV speakers separately:-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcW4MjWBVTE

But all this can vary from Bravia TV to Bravia TV - that doesn’t really narrow it down from ‘Sony’, so you need to ensure the advice matches your exact model number, whatever it is.

Re: Apple AirPods Work on Bravia OLED TV

therealvinceunlimited — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 18:10:37 GMT

Hi Parker,

Unfortunately I do not have the AirPod Pro gen 2 earbuds so cannot replicate your experience. Also I have now switched my TV to another Sony model. Best of luck finding a solution.

Vince