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caseyspradlin
Reel Rookie
2 years ago
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Non-Roku wireless speakers connect to Streambar

can I connect NON roku bluetooth speaker to streambar and play main TV sound (not surround sound).

I have tv on covered back porch and want to connect waterproof bluetooth speakers to streambar to play main TV sound and also if connect phone/alexa to streambar to play the same sound as coming from the sound bar.  These will be less than 30 ft but hard to hear TV volume over hot tub jets.

thanks

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  • RokuHaz-M's avatar
    RokuHaz-M
    6 months ago

    Hey! jeffbsmith 

    Welcome to the Roku Community! You're appreciated 💜

    Please be advised that third-party speakers are not compatible with any Roku streaming device. For compatibility details, check out this link.

    There's something else? Tell us! 

    The Roku Community Team

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      • Tivoburkee's avatar
        Tivoburkee
        Community Streaming Expert
        10 months ago

        Roku's do not connect to Bluetooth Speakers of any kind. Phones, tablets, and headphones yes. No speakers. The Streambar can only connect to Roku branded devices, and never be Bluetooth. It uses Wifi-Direct. 

    • caseyspradlin's avatar
      caseyspradlin
      Reel Rookie
      2 years ago

      Thank you Ray. Just one other clarification. You confirmed what I wanted to do but the link you posted is about connecting a phone and it also says that you cannot connect things such as Bluetooth headphones which is basically the same as Bluetooth speakers. 

      thank you. 

      • Rzrbkfan's avatar
        Rzrbkfan
        Newbie
        10 months ago

        Only Roku wireless speakers will connect to a Roku tv via Bluetooth.