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Fix: Monitor or TV speakers not working

Monitor or TV audio usually fails when HDMI audio output is not selected, the monitor has no speakers, volume is muted, or the source device is sending audio elsewhere.

Quick answer

Select the monitor or TV as audio output, check TV/monitor volume, and confirm the display actually has built-in speakers.

Important warning

Many computer monitors have no built-in speakers even though they appear as an audio output device.

Try this

  1. 1 Check whether the monitor actually has built-in speakers.
  2. 2 Raise volume on the monitor or TV.
  3. 3 Select the correct HDMI or display audio output on the computer or console.
  4. 4 Make sure the monitor or TV is not muted.
  5. 5 Restart the source device.
  6. 6 Unplug and reconnect the HDMI or DisplayPort cable.
  7. 7 Try another HDMI port.
  8. 8 If the monitor has no speakers, use headphones, external speakers, or an audio output jack.

Common causes

Monitor has no speakers.

Wrong audio output selected.

TV or monitor volume muted.

HDMI/DisplayPort audio is not active.

Cable or port problem.

Source device sends audio elsewhere.

What to check next

  • Check monitor specs for built-in speakers.
  • Check selected output device.
  • Check TV or monitor mute setting.
  • Check HDMI/DisplayPort cable.
  • Check whether another source device has audio.

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FAQ

Why is there no sound from my monitor?

The monitor may not have speakers, may be muted, or your computer may not be sending audio to it.

Does HDMI carry audio?

Yes. HDMI can carry audio and video, but the source device must select HDMI audio output.

Do all monitors have speakers?

No. Many monitors do not have built-in speakers.

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