Sound bar setup in Exeter
Professional sound bar setup services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
30-45 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Sound bar connected to your TV and properly configured. Cables sorted, tuned for best sound, everything working. Actually hear what they're saying instead of constant subtitles.
Stop Saying "What Did They Say?"
TV sound is absolutely rubbish these days. Screens keep getting thinner and the speakers keep getting worse. You end up with the volume at 40 just to hear dialogue, then the action scenes blow your head off.
A sound bar fixes that completely. Dialogue you can actually hear, better bass, proper volume control. It's like watching at the cinema instead of through a tin can.
The problem? Getting the bloody thing set up properly.
💡 Pro tip: Use the HDMI ARC connection if your TV has it (most do). Better than optical cable and means you only need one remote.
TV Speakers vs Sound Bar
| ✅ Sound Bar Setup | ❌ TV Speakers |
|---|---|
| Clear dialogue at normal volume | What? Can't hear them! |
| Proper bass and depth | Tinny and flat |
| One remote controls everything | Multiple remotes, constant faffing |
| Cinema-like sound | Sounds like a phone speaker |
What You Get
🔧 The Setup
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Unbox | Sound bar and subwoofer out, brackets checked |
| Connect | Proper cables connected to right sockets |
| Position | Sound bar placed/mounted, subwoofer positioned |
| Configure | TV settings adjusted, sound bar tuned |
| Test | Full test with movie or show, volume adjusted |
📦 You're Left With
- Sound bar working properly
- Cables hidden tidily
- Remote control simplified
- Confidence using it all
Pricing Guide
| Situation | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Basic setup (on furniture) | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Wall mount + setup | 1 hr | £60 |
| Complex setup (multiple devices) | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For Your Situation If...
✅ Can't hear dialogue - subtitles on constantly
✅ Just bought one - sitting in box because setup looks complicated
✅ Previous attempt failed - tried yourself, no sound or wrong settings
✅ Elderly relatives - better sound helps with hearing loss
Why Choose Us for Sound bar setup in Exeter?
Connected properly to your TV
Tuned for best sound quality
All cables hidden tidily
Shown how to use it properly
What to Expect
Step 1: Check What You've Got
I look at your TV sockets and the sound bar to work out the best connection method. HDMI ARC is usually best if available.
Step 2: Connect Everything
Sound bar connected to TV with proper cable, subwoofer paired if there is one, cables hidden as much as possible.
Step 3: Configure Settings
TV audio settings changed to output through sound bar, sound bar itself configured for your room size and preferences.
Step 4: Test & Teach
Test it with actual content, adjust volume levels, show you how to control it all with one remote.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to try yourself first? Here's the method:
🔧 What you'll need
- Your sound bar and all its cables
- TV remote
- Patience (connections can be fiddly)
📺 Connection methods (in order of preference)
- HDMI ARC - best option if your TV has it
- Use HDMI cable to ARC socket on TV (usually HDMI 1 or 2)
- Enable ARC in TV settings
- TV remote will control sound bar volume
- Optical cable - second best
- Optical cable from TV to sound bar
- Change TV audio output to optical
- Might need separate remote for volume
- Bluetooth - last resort
- Pair sound bar with TV
- Can be laggy with lip sync
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Using wrong HDMI socket (needs to be ARC one)
- Not changing TV audio settings
- Subwoofer too close to wall (sounds boomy)
- Forgetting to pair wireless subwoofer
💡 Pro trick: Once connected, go into your TV's sound settings and turn on "night mode" or "dialogue enhancement". Makes voices clearer without making everything else quiet.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
📺 Wall mounting? Sound bars look better wall-mounted under your TV and sound slightly better too (less surface vibration). Takes about 20 minutes extra.
New TV too? Makes sense to set up both at the same time - TV wall mounting plus sound bar setup in one visit.
Multiple devices? If you've got a games console, streaming box, etc., I can connect everything through the sound bar so it all benefits from better audio.
Old sound bar not working? Sometimes it's just settings or a loose cable. Before buying a new one, give me a call - might be a quick fix.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you connect my sound bar if I've already got it?
Absolutely - most people buy them online then can't figure out which cable goes where or why there's no sound. I'll get it connected properly, configured, and working. Usually takes 30-45 minutes.
Do I need a sound bar or are TV speakers good enough?
Modern TVs have terrible speakers because they're so thin. If you're constantly turning subtitles on because you can't hear dialogue, a sound bar makes a huge difference. Even a £100 one is better than TV speakers.
Can you mount it on the wall under my TV?
Yes - sound bars usually come with mounting brackets. If you want it wall-mounted I'll do that at the same time as connecting it. Looks much tidier than sitting on the furniture.
What if my TV doesn't have the right sockets?
Most sound bars work with HDMI (ARC socket) or optical cable. Very old TVs might need an adapter but that's rare. I'll check what you've got and sort out the right connection.
Will you set up the subwoofer too?
Yes - if your sound bar came with a separate subwoofer, I'll get that connected and positioned properly. Usually wireless connection but needs to be in the right place for best bass.
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