Keeping sound on Bluetooth whilst connecting HDMI

I have an iPad Pro and a USB-C to HDMI connector to hook up connection to a projector.

when connected, It defaults to sending both image and audio to the projector.

I want to project the image but continue to use my Bluetooth headphones for audio. How do I maintain the audio connection via Bluetooth?

iPad Pro, iPadOS 14

Posted on Jan 2, 2021 12:40 PM

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3 replies

ChrisJ4203

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Jan 2, 2021 12:55 PM in response to Will_D_

You can't. Sending to a projector over HDMI sends both the audio and video. That is how HDMI works.

Will_D_ Author

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Jan 2, 2021 2:14 PM in response to ChrisJ4203

Thank you for the answer! Saves me drowning in iOS options trying to do the impossible.

ChrisJ4203

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Jan 3, 2021 12:08 PM in response to Will_D_

You're welcome.

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