![]() If your A/V or stereo receiver only has digital inputs, you may need to buy a converter unit that plugs into the wall. If you don’t have one or can’t find one that matches, get the appropriate converter cable.Īpart from USB connections, Bluetooth receivers have nearly universally analog audio output. Choosing the Right Equipmentįirst, make sure you have a Bluetooth receiver with output plugs matching the input plugs of the channel you intend to use on your A/V or stereo receiver. You may have to change the input on the receiver to the channels you’ve plugged the RCA cables into, so, if you don’t hear anything at first, check the receiver’s manual for instructions on how to change the input. Now that everything’s connected, you’re ready to power on the receiver and test things out. It should be as simple as turning the unit on and finding it in your phone or computer’s Bluetooth pairing menu, but be sure to check the manual if you don’t immediately see it as an option. Power on the Bluetooth adapter and connect it to your audio source via Bluetooth, using the pairing method specified by the adapter’s manufacturer. With your equipment connected, you’re ready to make the wireless connection. Connect a Device to the Bluetooth Adapter ![]() However, the cables will be simple to install: match the red and white RCA cables up with the Bluetooth adapter’s red and white outlet ports, then plug the other end of the cables to your receiver’s red and white RCA input ports. We have more details on what sound channels are and how to think about them if you need it, but the bottom line is this is a serious limitation. These are also known as RCA cables, and there will only be two of them because of the limitations of Bluetooth technology – it will only carry two channels of sound. Next, you’ll need to actually connect the two devices using the red and white A/V cables that will come with the adapter. Connect the Bluetooth Adapter to the Receiver Here’s a very simple Bluetooth audio adapter (on Amazon) that will work perfectly with basically every receiver out there. After you pick a receiver though, you can rest assured that the install is mostly the same from unit to unit. The first step will be to review the information below and gain some confidence in the hardware you’ve chosen. The good news is these steps are very simple, and will be the same for any Bluetooth receiver you find. ![]() There’s a lot more detail on what to look for in a Bluetooth receiving unit, and how to deploy it below, but first, it’s good to know just how simple these can be to install. You can also play from a number of other devices including laptops and some smart home devices. These devices come in a range of prices based on the quality you need, and they’re simple to use.Īdding Bluetooth to your home theater system including your TV (our guide) can allow you the ability to play DJ right from your phone. To add Bluetooth to an A/V or Stereo Receiver, you can use a wireless Bluetooth adapter. Not all of them are intended for home theater sound, so you need to know what you are looking for before you hit that order button. ![]() There are a lot of different Bluetooth receivers on the market. If you’re pursuing an entirely wireless home theater (our guide), you’ll probably consider adding Bluetooth to your receiver at some point. ![]()
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