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writesimply
post Apr 26 2021, 05:36 PM

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QUOTE(simmarjit @ Apr 26 2021, 10:43 AM)
If I am not mistaken only eARC can do Atmos and DTS:X , so if your TV has eARC instead of ARC then you will be able to get Atmos.
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eARC is Enhanced Audio Return Channel. ARC is a subset of eARC.


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It’s worth noting ARC doesn’t allow you to bitstream the full-fat high-quality codecs such as Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio or DTS:X soundtracks that you find on Blu-rays and 4K Blu-rays. It simply strips out the core 5.1 data stream. If you want this level of functionality, you’ll need HDMI eARC.

ARC can, however, allow you to receive Dolby Atmos audio from streaming services that use the format, including Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. These services embed Dolby Atmos in a Dolby Digital Plus stream, which ARC can handle.
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Enhanced Audio Return Channel (also known as eARC) is the next generation of ARC. It’s a feature implemented in the most recent HDMI 2.1 specification.

The main benefit of eARC is a big boost in bandwidth and speed. This allows you to send higher-quality audio from your TV to a soundbar or AV receiver.

There’s scope for eARC to deliver up to 32 channels of audio, including eight-channel, 24bit/192kHz uncompressed data streams at speeds of up to 38Mbps.
HDMI ARC and HDMI eARC: everything you need to know - From WhatHiFi

So if a TV has eARC and a soundbar supports Dolby Atmos 5.1.2 (minimum), then you're good to go.
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post Apr 27 2021, 06:27 PM

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QUOTE(timo1003 @ Apr 26 2021, 07:58 PM)
I think this Sony model of mine can't support it. It only has arc. Not earc.
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You don't need to buy a new TV just to get DAtmos. You just need to get a new DAtmos/DTS-X system.

Media Player/UHD Player -> HDMI Input -> DAtmos/DTS-X system -> HDMI Video Out -> 4K TV
This works when the DAtmos/DTS-X has inputs and video output. This is how DAtmos/DTS-X receiver delivers 4K video and sound for you. The receiver/soundbar becomes the HDMI switcher to switch AV inputs.

Media Player/UHD Player -> HDMI Input -> 4K TV -> HDMI Audio Out -> DAtmos/DTS-X system
With this method, the TV becomes the HDMI switcher.

To get the Atmos experience, the soundbar/HT must be 5.1.2 at the minimum. Just because it labels itself Atmos, doesn't mean anything.

If you don't mind cable management, a 5.1.2 HT is the way to go.
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post May 9 2021, 01:01 PM

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QUOTE(Kahlamx @ May 8 2021, 06:16 PM)
Netflix UHD 4K HDR10 / dolby vision content so limited. I don't use other streaming apps so not sure about the content for others.
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Netflix original movies and series are all in 4K in either HDR or Dolby Vision since 2014. If a movie or series is not in 4K, they were not provided as such by their original licensor or they were a co-production where Netflix pays for worldwide distribution after production wrapped.


 

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