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Viewer struggling to hear dialogue from a television in a modern Australian living room Troubleshooting
22 August 2026 11 min read

Why Is Dialogue So Hard to Hear on My TV?

Mumbling actors are only part of the problem. Modern surround mixes, tiny TV speakers, incorrect output formats, heavy bass and reflective rooms can all...
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HDMI cable being connected to a television port marked eARC ARC Troubleshooting
12 August 2026 16 min read

HDMI ARC or eARC Not Working: What to Check Before Buying New Equipment

HDMI ARC or eARC not working? Check the correct HDMI ports, television sound output, HDMI-CEC, cables, audio formats and connected devices before buying...
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