SMG - TV Has Low Audio When Watching Movies

When watching movies you may notice that you are turning up the volume more than you would while watching a TV show. This is pretty common because most movies are recorded at a lower decibel range than normal TV shows and the audio is optimized for 5.1 playback. Although this is not a problem with the TV, there is a setting to help raise these audio levels.

1. Set the sound mode to Amplify.
   • This preset mode indicates to the TV that it needs to amplify the audio for voices and will generally resolve most issues.
   • Raise the volume to a higher level than normal TV viewing. This will not damage the TV and is not an indication that there is an audio issue with the TV; just that the incoming audio is at a lower level than the standard TV audio.
     • Remember to lower the audio after watching the movie.
2. Add a Soundbar or Home Theater System
   • The original movies 5.1 audio will be down-sampled to a 2Ch PCM signal for the TVs internal speakers. Soundbars and Home theater systems are designed to receive a 5.1 audio source and will deliver a better audio experience.