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Gus75
Reel Rookie
11 months ago
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Audio need to use headphones for hard to hear husband and still have regular tv volume

  • Thanks for getting in touch here in the Roku Community, Gus75.

    We understand that you wanted to use the Headphones mode on your Roku. No worries; we're here to provide assistance and give you the details that you need.

    Before we can utilize this feature, ensure that the Roku device you will be using is compatible and can support Bluetooth version 4.2 or greater to use the Headphones Mode.

    Below is the list of devices that can support Bluetooth capability:

    The following Roku streaming devices have Bluetooth capability:

    If you determine that your Roku device is capable of using the Headphones Mode, refer to the following steps below to pair your Headphones to your Roku:

    1. Press Home on your Roku remote. 
       
    2. Scroll and select Settings.
    3. Select Remotes & devices.
    4. Select Wireless headphones.
    5. Select Add New Wireless headphones.
    6. Turn on your Bluetooth headphones and put them in pairing mode.
    7. Wait while your Roku device scans for Bluetooth headphones. This can take up to 30 seconds.
    8. Select your Bluetooth headphones from the list of available devices.

    For more information, check out this support FAQ on how to use Bluetooth headphones for Headphone Mode on your Roku streaming device.

    Let us know if you need more help; we're always willing to assist.

    All the best,
    Emman

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  • RokuEmmanuel-D's avatar
    RokuEmmanuel-D
    Community Moderator

    Thanks for getting in touch here in the Roku Community, Gus75.

    We understand that you wanted to use the Headphones mode on your Roku. No worries; we're here to provide assistance and give you the details that you need.

    Before we can utilize this feature, ensure that the Roku device you will be using is compatible and can support Bluetooth version 4.2 or greater to use the Headphones Mode.

    Below is the list of devices that can support Bluetooth capability:

    The following Roku streaming devices have Bluetooth capability:

    If you determine that your Roku device is capable of using the Headphones Mode, refer to the following steps below to pair your Headphones to your Roku:

    1. Press Home on your Roku remote. 
       
    2. Scroll and select Settings.
    3. Select Remotes & devices.
    4. Select Wireless headphones.
    5. Select Add New Wireless headphones.
    6. Turn on your Bluetooth headphones and put them in pairing mode.
    7. Wait while your Roku device scans for Bluetooth headphones. This can take up to 30 seconds.
    8. Select your Bluetooth headphones from the list of available devices.

    For more information, check out this support FAQ on how to use Bluetooth headphones for Headphone Mode on your Roku streaming device.

    Let us know if you need more help; we're always willing to assist.

    All the best,
    Emman

    • Gus75's avatar
      Gus75
      Reel Rookie

      Not Bluetooth headphones using Sony wireless headphones WH-RF400