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Wildrose's avatar
Wildrose
Streaming Star
3 months ago
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How to connect a Bluetooth headset on Roku Streambar?

So call me confused: are the soundbars just the audio part and not the "play the movie" also?

I'm assuming just audio is picking up from the TV.

My main question is, my TV doesn't have Bluetooth for headsets (don't get me started on how I assumed something so mainstream would be missing - my bad, lol), so I typically use the remote pro with a headjack, which is a pain in that I have to carry the remote if I'm going to get something. Do the sound bars allow Bluetooth for a headset/AirPod, and if so, is there lag like when I try to play through their Android app headset connection? 

Any other suggested combos without much lag?

Audio Bluetooth
audio features
Streambar
  • RokuRhea-V's avatar
    RokuRhea-V
    3 months ago

    Hey Wildrose,

    The Roku Wireless Soundbar delivers clear stereo sound, crisp dialogue, and improved volume for the Roku TV. Additionally, for easier private listening, you can use the Roku mobile app. Here are the steps:

    1. Download a Roku Mobile App on your phone.
    2. Connect the Roku Mobile App to your Roku device.
    3. Open the Roku Mobile App.
    4. Tap on Remote in the navigation bar.
    5. Tap the Headphone icon to activate Headphone Mode.

    For more info, visit here.

    Thanks
    Roku Community Team

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  • RokuRhea-V's avatar
    RokuRhea-V
    Community Moderator
    3 months ago

    Hey Wildrose,

    The Roku Wireless Soundbar delivers clear stereo sound, crisp dialogue, and improved volume for the Roku TV. Additionally, for easier private listening, you can use the Roku mobile app. Here are the steps:

    1. Download a Roku Mobile App on your phone.
    2. Connect the Roku Mobile App to your Roku device.
    3. Open the Roku Mobile App.
    4. Tap on Remote in the navigation bar.
    5. Tap the Headphone icon to activate Headphone Mode.

    For more info, visit here.

    Thanks
    Roku Community Team

    • Wildrose's avatar
      Wildrose
      Streaming Star
      3 months ago

      I listen to tv a lot ..if I put the app on my phone it will run the battery down quicker plus it seems to lag the sound.  Thank you for the advice though. 🙂  

      Can you tell me the warranty on my remote that's  not working right?

      • RokuRhea-V's avatar
        RokuRhea-V
        Community Moderator
        3 months ago

        Hey Wildrose, 

        You're Welcome!

        If you have any other questions or concerns, please create a new thread here!

        Cheers!
        Roku Community Team

    • tedcalgary's avatar
      tedcalgary
      Newbie
      2 months ago

      I have a new 65 inch smart Roku tv with the Roku wireless sound bar.  The set has bluetooth capability.  Is it possible to use the wireless sound bar and a pair of blue tooth headphones simultaneousl.  I have hearing issues and need higher volume through the headphones while my wife listens to the soundbar at normal volumes.

      • RokuRhea-V's avatar
        RokuRhea-V
        Community Moderator
        2 months ago

        Hey tedcalgary,

        Thanks for sharing this issue here!

        Just a quick note! Roku TVs and the Roku wireless soundbar cannot play audio through both the soundbar and Bluetooth headphones at the same time. You can use either the soundbar or the headphones, but not both. When you connect Bluetooth headphones, the sound from the soundbar (or TV speakers) stops.

        Hope this helps,

        Roku Community Team

  • Geroge's avatar
    Geroge
    Reel Rookie
    3 months ago

    Hey! Soundbars are just for audio, not playing the movie itself. Some do support Bluetooth for headsets like AirPods, but there could be some lag, especially if the soundbar doesn’t support aptX Low Latency. If your TV lacks Bluetooth, look for a soundbar with a built-in transmitter or consider a Bluetooth transmitter for your TV. Hope this helps!

    • RokuRhea-V's avatar
      RokuRhea-V
      Community Moderator
      3 months ago

      Hey Geroge 

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts here. It's nice to see all the members helping each other to resolve specific issues. Feel free to post or create a new thread here if you have concerns.

      Cheers💜

      Roku Community Team