Is that the issue?
I recently bought an LG - 60" Class LED 4k Smart TV (Model 60UH6035), and an LG 2.1 Channel Soundbar with wireless Subwoofer (Model SH4). I am able to get the Optical option to work but my HDMI ARC function will not work. When I do try to connect there is either no sound or my sound out on my TV defaults back to TV speakers. Anyone have any ideas?

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