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Contributor I
July 4, 2018
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Projector + Apple TV + Playbar

Hello!
I am wanting to buy a projector for kids outdoor movie nights, and as such do not want to spend a lot on it. I am currently considering the Epson EB-W42. It only has a 2W speaker, so I am wanting to hook it up to my Sonos system (Playbar). The projector does not have any other audio outputs.
I also have an Apple TV (2nd generation), which has an optical audio port.
If I connect the Apple TV to the projector using HDMI, and then connect the Apple TV to my Sonos Playbar using the optical ports - will that work?
Many thanks for your advice! : )
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Airgetlam
AirgetlamAnswer
July 4, 2018
Yes, it should. But it will sound odd to have the audio not coming from where the screen is, unless you’re using a super long optical cable to get the PLAYBAR under the screen.
Bruce

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Airgetlam
AirgetlamAnswer
July 4, 2018
Yes, it should. But it will sound odd to have the audio not coming from where the screen is, unless you’re using a super long optical cable to get the PLAYBAR under the screen.
Bruce
mazzyAuthor
Contributor I
July 5, 2018
Thanks for confirming that for me. And thanks for the tip! That hadn't even crossed my mind, will look into that too. Thanks so much Bruce.