Follow these steps to ensure all Smart TV audio is routed through your Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones:
Step 1: Enable Bluetooth Pairing Mode on Sony WH-1000XM5
Turn On the Headphones: Press and hold the power button until you hear a voice prompt saying, "Bluetooth pairing."
Verify Pairing Mode: The indicator light on the headphones should flash blue and red, indicating they are in pairing mode.
Step 2: Access Samsung Smart TV Bluetooth Settings
Open TV Settings: Use your TV remote to press the Home button. Navigate to Settings (gear icon) or Sound settings, depending on your TV model.
Locate Bluetooth Settings: Go to Sound > Sound Output. Select Bluetooth Speaker List.
Pair Headphones with the TV: Wait for the TV to detect the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones. They should appear in the list as "WH-1000XM5". Select the headphones from the list and follow on-screen instructions to complete pairing.
Confirm Connection: Once paired, the TV’s audio will automatically route through the headphones.
Step 3: Adjust TV Sound Settings
Ensure Headphones Are Set as Default Output: Go back to Sound Output and confirm that the Sony WH-1000XM5 is selected as the active audio device.
Turn Off TV Speakers (Optional): If the TV speakers are still active, navigate to Settings > Sound > Expert Settings and set TV Sound Output to Bluetooth device only.
Adjust Volume: Use the headphone’s volume controls or the TV remote (if supported) to set your desired listening level.
Step 4: Troubleshooting Tips
If the Headphones Don’t Pair: Ensure the headphones are in pairing mode (flashing blue and red). Check if your TV’s Bluetooth is turned on and not already connected to another device. Restart both the TV and headphones, then try pairing again.
If You Experience Audio Lag: Some Samsung Smart TVs have a Bluetooth audio sync setting: Go to Settings > Sound > Expert Settings > Audio Delay. Adjust the setting to minimize latency.
If Sound Disconnects: Ensure the headphones are fully charged. Reduce the distance between the headphones and the TV or remove potential interference (e.g., other Bluetooth devices).
Step 5: Switching Back to TV Speakers
To disable the headphones and switch back to TV speakers: Go to Sound > Sound Output and select TV Speakers. Turn off the headphones or disconnect them via the TV's Bluetooth settings.
Set Up Your Sony WH-1000XM5 with Samsung Smart TV - Video 1
With this setup, your Samsung Smart TV's audio will be fully routed to your Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones, providing a private and immersive listening experience without having to worry about anyone in any other rooms of your home hearing the SmartTV.