Discussions

[caseyspradlin]

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

[RokuERey]

Hi @caseyspradlin,

Welcome, and thanks for your first post here in the Roku Community!

Yes, you can connect a non-Roku Bluetooth speaker. We've got guided steps for you here: How do I connect a Bluetooth® device to my Roku® device?

Or let us know if this answers your query. Thanks,

Rey

[caseyspradlin]

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. 

[RokuERey]

Hi @caseyspradlin,

Thanks for the update! We have additional information about this and this Support page will help you out: How to use Bluetooth headphones for private listening on your Roku streaming device.

Keep us posted!

Regards,

Rey

[MrAngryTodd]

No you can't

[Rzrbkfan]

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

[Tivoburkee]

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. 

[Ericvalenzuela]

Ok so let me get this straight you cannot hook up any other brand o wireless speaker to a Roku device.

[jeffbsmith]

That is unfortunate.  I wonder/guess that you could do the same thing directly from your TV and bypass the streambar in order to use more/better speakers?

[RokuHaz-M · Accepted solution]

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