Is HDMI ARC the same as HDMI-CEC?

Is HDMI ARC the same as HDMI CEC? HDMI Arc and HDMI CEC are two separate entities. Arc is an enhanced function of HDMI technology. On the other hand, CEC or consumer electronics control is a single remote control for operating all HDMI systems.

How do I enable HDMI-CEC?

Adjusting HDMI CEC settings

1. Turn on the connected device.
2. To enable [HDMI CEC Settings], press the HOME button, then select [Settings] — [BRAVIA Settings] — [External inputs] — [HDMI CEC Settings] — [CEC].
3. Activate HDMI CEC Settings on the connected device.

Does all HDMI support CEC?

Whether CEC works, however, does not always depend on the HDMI cable, but on the device itself. Although the CEC standard has existed since the introduction of HDMI, it was by no means immediately installed in all devices.

Should I use ARC?

Do you need ARC? To be fair, many people don’t need ARC. If you only listen to audio using your TV’s speakers and don’t have a receiver or soundbar, then the feature is superfluous. The point of ARC is to send audio created by or switched through your TV to an external audio device, namely a soundbar or receiver.

How do I enable CEC on my TCL Android TV?

Discovering Connected CEC Devices

1. Press on your remote to open the main screen.
2. Scroll up or down and select Settings.
3. Press the button, scroll down and select System.
4. Press the button, scroll down and select Control other devices (CEC)
5. Press the right arrow button, scroll down and select Search for CEC devices.

What is CEC control on Android box?

CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) allows for HDMI devices to be controlled with one remote control. If you try to cast to a CEC supported TV while on a different source input (local TV channel, Cable, USB), source input will automatically switch to the HDMI port where the Chromecast is connected.

How do I know if my HDMI cable is CEC compatible?

We had to go into Settings > System and enable the “HDMI Device Link” option. You may need to look in a similar place on your device, or just perform a web search for the name of your device and “HDMI-CEC” to find out if the device supports HDMI-CEC and how to enable it if it’s not enabled by default.