Solving Sound Bar Interruptions: Ways to Fix Vizio Cutouts

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A great soundbar can significantly enhance the audio quality of your favorite TV episodes, movies, and songs when it comes to home entertainment. Even the most sophisticated sound bars, like those made by Vizio, can occasionally experience hiccups that ruin the immersive audio experience.

You’re not the only one who has ever had cuts or disturbances in your Vizio sound bar. Thankfully, there are several workable options available to deal with and resolve these problems.

Update your software, eliminate interference, power cycle your devices, check your connections, and consider hardware problems. For additional help, get in touch with Vizio support if everything else fails. You’ll quickly resume enjoying uninterrupted audio with a little troubleshooting.

We will look at common causes for Vizio sound bar disruptions in this tutorial, along with helpful troubleshooting techniques to get you back to enjoying uninterrupted audio bliss. Together, we will explore the realm of audio troubleshooting and unlock the complete capabilities of your Vizio sound bar.

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Why does my Vizio sound bar keep cutting out?

The most common reason why the Vizio sound bar cuts out is due to an old or broken device or the device getting hotter while working.

The Vizio soundbar will lose some of its functionality, like the audio, as it ages. The longer it is being used the harder the device work resulting in unhealthy temperature which can lead to potential problems such as audio loss or hardware issues.

In addition, intermittent audio loss in your Vizio sound bar can also be due to outdated software and faulty cable connections. Therefore, you should avoid cheap cables and make sure to update the software from time to time.

The good news is there are some solutions that you can try to fix the volume issues in your Vizio sound bar, which I’ll explain in the next section.

How do I fix my Vizio sound bar problem?

I have created this table to show some simple solutions on how to fix the audio problems with the Vizio sound bar.

What To Do	Explanation
Make sure the sound bar is on.	Connect a different device to the soundbar.
Set the sound bar to the right input.	Press and hold the Input button on the sound bar to perform an “Auto Input Search.” The lights at the front of the bar will start flashing to let you know it’s searching for input to find the one the TV is plugged into.
Check if the sound bar is connected to the audio out port on the TV.	Make sure the sound bar is connected to an Audio Out port to “send audio out” of the TV.
Perform a factory reset.	Check the manual on how to factory reset the sound bar. The procedure will vary on the type of sound bar that you have.
Try a different device to test if the soundbar will work. You might need to perform the Auto Input Search when you do this. If the second device is working, then we know the sound bar is working.	Try a different device to test if the sound bar will work. You might need to perform the Auto Input Search when you do this. If the second device is working, then we know the sound bar is working.
Contact Vizio customer support.	If you have tried everything and nothing works, calling Vizio customer service is the best step to take for other tech options.

How to Fix Audio Issues with Vizio Sound Bar

How do you reset the Vizio sound bar?

There are two ways to reset the Vizio sound bar. You can either go for a soft or hard reset.

Soft reset involves restarting the soundbar by unplugging and plugging it back into the wall outlet after 30 seconds. On the other hand, a hard reset is more extreme as it involves resetting the sound bar back to the default factory setting, which makes you lose all of your custom settings.

Soft Resetting the Vizio Sound Bar

Turn off the Vizio sound bar and unplug it from the power source.
Press and hold the power button while it’s unplugged. Do it for 30 seconds.
Plug in and turn on the soundbar.

Hard Resetting the Vizio Sound Bar

Turn on the soundbar.
Press and hold the Bluetooth and Volume Down buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. When you see the indicator light flash three times, let go of the buttons.
Test the sound bar to see if the hard reset worked. Adjust the sound bar settings to your preference.

I’d say resetting your soundbar is the right step to do if the audio is cutting out if you hear a buzzing sound, it can’t connect to the WiFi, if the sound bar does not turn on, system glitches, or if it’s flashing white. You should be able to resolve these problems just by resetting the soundbar.

Vizio TV — Experiment with different sound modes on the sound bar (e.g., Movie, Music, Sports) to see if any of them improve the audio quality to your liking.

What are common problems with soundbars?

If you have the sound bar integrated into your home theater or sound system, here are common problems that you should be aware of:

The sound bar is not turning on
audio loss or intermittent audio
system performance issues
Sound and picture out of sync
problems with device connectivity

If using Bluetooth, ensure the sound bar is in pairing mode and correctly paired with your audio source device. Also, ensure that there are no physical obstructions blocking the sound bar’s speakers. Clear any objects that might be affecting sound quality.

How do I update my Vizio sound bar?

Here’s how to update the Vizio sound bar firmware:

Launch the SmartCast mobile app.
Go to Settings > System > System Information.
Install available updates.

Note: You need to have the SmartCast app installed to check for available updates on your Vizio sound bar.

Can I leave my Vizio sound bar On all the time?

It is not the most energy-efficient method to use your Vizio soundbar, but leaving it on all the time won’t destroy it. Below is a summary of the benefits and drawbacks:

Benefits:

Instant audio: You won’t have to wait for the soundbar to warm up when you switch on your TV to hear sound.
Convenience: There’s no need to continuously turn on and off the soundbar.
Auto-off features: To save energy, the majority of Vizio soundbars include the ability to switch off after a certain amount of inactivity.

Drawbacks:

Increased energy usage: Even in standby mode, electronics still use energy while left on.
Reduced longevity: The components may experience wear and tear as a result of continuous power, which could limit their lives.
Heat generation: Since electronics produce heat, keeping the soundbar on all the time can help make a space warmer, particularly in small spaces.

It is ultimately up to you whether or not to leave your Vizio soundbar on all the time. When not in use, it’s advisable to turn off your soundbar if you’re worried about energy usage or how long it will last.

If you notice an audio delay between the sound and video, adjust the audio delay settings on your sound bar to synchronize the audio with the video.

Does the Vizio sound bar turn off automatically?

Yes, the Vizio sound bar will turn off automatically when you have the Eco settings ON/OFF.

The Eco settings function in a way that the sound bar automatically switches off when there is no audio signal detected.

If it annoys you that much, you can turn off the Eco settings on the sound bar using the remote.

Conclusion

The Vizio sound bar audio cutting out is a common issue. This happens due to various reasons, such as the device getting too hot or the sound bar being too old or broken.

You can simply reset the sound bar, make sure it’s on the correct input, and connect to the Audio Out port. If you think you need further technical help, it would be wise to reach out to Vizio customer support.

For more troubleshooting tips, check out this article!