Can't I set the default audio output on Apple TV 4th generation?

I use the Apple TV 4th generation.

I can't see the menu to set the default audio output.

Is this menu available only on the 5th generation of Apple TV?

Posted on Mar 22, 2021 8:06 PM

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Posted on Mar 23, 2021 6:40 AM

The exact name “Default audio output” is indeed specific to the Apple TV 4K (5th gen), as that model allows for optional HomePods for (virtualized) ‘home theater sound’ instead of the regular HDMI-out for audio output to TV or receiver.

On Apple TV HD (4th gen), the setting is called “Audio output”.


Adjust other audio settings - Adjust video and audio settings on Apple TV - Apple TV user guide - Apple Support

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Mar 23, 2021 6:40 AM in response to jonynam

The exact name “Default audio output” is indeed specific to the Apple TV 4K (5th gen), as that model allows for optional HomePods for (virtualized) ‘home theater sound’ instead of the regular HDMI-out for audio output to TV or receiver.

On Apple TV HD (4th gen), the setting is called “Audio output”.


Adjust other audio settings - Adjust video and audio settings on Apple TV - Apple TV user guide - Apple Support

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