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sound stuttering HDMi macbook pro 13 M2

Hi, i connected a new hdmi-usb-c to my macbook pro m2 and the first day the sound worked perfectly fine, and the day after the sound is stuttering... i´ve tried everything and am now thinking about buying the apple adapter. But i feel like i will throw money if it doesnt work either. How do i fix this really?

Posted on Jun 27, 2023 2:38 PM

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Posted on Jan 30, 2024 12:16 PM

This is still an issue, the support article is not useful. What happens is that the audio starts stuttering on the external monitor (in my case an LG C2 TV). The only solution so far is restarting the machine, which is very annoying because I need to do it each time I disconnect my computer. Surely there is a better fix.

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Jan 30, 2024 12:16 PM in response to maximuspenta

This is still an issue, the support article is not useful. What happens is that the audio starts stuttering on the external monitor (in my case an LG C2 TV). The only solution so far is restarting the machine, which is very annoying because I need to do it each time I disconnect my computer. Surely there is a better fix.

Jun 28, 2023 2:44 PM in response to maximuspenta

Hi maximuspenta,


Thank you for participating in the Apple Support Communities. We understand you're having audio stuttering issues using HDMI. This article has some relevant information regarding HDMI which you may find helpful: Connect to HDMI from your Mac - Apple Support.


"Mac computers can use an HDMI cable or adapter to connect to a TV, display, or other HDMI device.


Connect your HDMI device

Mac computers that have any of the following ports can connect to HDMI devices:

 Identify the ports on your Mac


Check specifications

Mac computers that have a built-in HDMI port support these video and audio specifications:

  • Up to 8K at 60Hz on compatible Mac models.
  • Up to 4K at 240Hz on compatible Mac models.
  • Up to 4K at 60Hz on compatible Mac models.
  • Up to 4K at 30Hz on compatible Mac models.
  • 8-channel/24-bit audio at 192kHz, Dolby Surround 5.1, and traditional stereo.
  • Some Mac computers with HDMI ports don't support multi-channel audio. Check the tech specs for your Mac.
  • HDCP-encrypted playback from iTunes and QuickTime Player (version 10). Safari in macOS Sierra or later also supports HDCP-encrypted playback, if the web page is HTML5-enabled and the content is FairPlay Streaming-enabled and delivered using Media Source Extensions or HTTP Live Streaming. To play HDCP content on an external display, HDCP playback requires an HDCP compatible display.
  • HDR on compatible Mac models.

If using an adapter, check the specifications of the adapter to learn about supported resolutions and other details.

Up to 8K at 60Hz

You can connect a display with a resolution of up to 8K at 60Hz to the HDMI port on these Mac models:

  • MacBook Pro introduced in 2023
  • Mac mini (2023 with M2 Pro)
  • Mac Studio introduced in 2023
  • Mac Pro introduced in 2023

Up to 4K at 240Hz

You can connect a display with a resolution of up to 4K at 240Hz to the HDMI port on these Mac models:

  • MacBook Pro introduced in 2023
  • Mac mini (2023 with M2 Pro)
  • Mac Studio introduced in 2023
  • Mac Pro introduced in 2023

Adapters aren't supported for these resolutions and refresh rates. Connect displays directly to your Mac for best results.

Up to 4K at 60Hz

You can connect a display with a resolution up to 4K at 60Hz to the HDMI port on these Mac models: 

  • Mac Studio introduced in 2022 or later
  • Mac mini introduced in 2018 or later
  • Mac Pro introduced in 2019 or later
  • MacBook Pro introduced in 2021 or later

Up to 4K at 30Hz

You can connect a display with a resolution up to 4K at 30Hz to the HDMI port on these Mac models: 

  • Mac mini introduced in 2012 through 2014
  • Mac Pro introduced in 2013
  • MacBook Pro introduced in 2012 through 2015

   

If your HDMI display isn't detected

Learn what to do if your Mac doesn't detect your HDTV, display, or other HDMI device after making the connection.


If your display isn't showing the whole picture

If the video on your HDTV or display extends beyond the borders of the screen, fix overscan or underscan on your TV or projector. The underscan slider appears for only some configurations and resolutions.

If your Mac goes to sleep while a video is playing or paused, you might see an HDCP error. Quit the app that is playing the video, then open the app again.


If your HDMI device isn't receiving audio

If your HDMI device isn't receiving audio from your Mac:

  • Choose Apple menu > System Settings (or System Preferences), then click Sound. In the Output pane, make sure that your HDMI device is selected.
  • If you're connecting from a Mac mini, disconnect any audio device from your computer's headphone jack."


Take care.



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