There are several methods you can use to play sound through your monitor, depending on the specific setup and equipment you have. I’ll explain each method in detail below:
1. Use a USB Audio Card: If your monitor doesn’t have built-in speakers, you can use a USB audio card to output sound. Simply connect the USB audio card to your computer and then connect your monitor to the audio card using an audio cable. This allows the audio to be transmitted from your computer to the USB audio card and then to your monitor.
2. Use Bluetooth or Bluetooth Adapter: If your monitor supports Bluetooth, you can connect it to your computer wirelessly. Make sure your computer also has Bluetooth capabilities or use a Bluetooth adapter if it doesn’t. Once connected, you can play sound from your computer and it will be transmitted to the monitor’s speakers via Bluetooth.
3. Use HDMI or DisplayPort: Most modern monitors come with HDMI or DisplayPort inputs, which can carry both video and audio signals. If your computer has an HDMI or DisplayPort output, simply connect it to the corresponding input on your monitor using an HDMI or DisplayPort cable. This will allow the audio to be transmitted along with the video signal, and you can control the volume using your monitor’s built-in speakers.
4. Use the Monitor’s Built-in Speakers: If your monitor has built-in speakers, you can connect your computer to the monitor using an appropriate cable (such as HDMI or DisplayPort) and the audio will be automatically routed to the monitor’s speakers. Make sure the volume is turned up on both your computer and the monitor, and adjust the volume using the monitor’s controls if necessary.
5. Use Audio Output Jack on Your Motherboard: If your computer has a separate audio output jack on the motherboard, you can connect it to the audio input on your monitor using a 3.5 mm audio cable. This method bypasses the need for HDMI or DisplayPort, and allows you to use the monitor’s built-in speakers to play sound from your computer.
6. Use 3.5 mm Audio Cable: If your monitor has a 3.5 mm audio input, you can connect it directly to your computer’s audio output using a 3.5 mm audio cable. This method is similar to using the audio output jack on your motherboard, but instead connects directly to the monitor. Make sure the volume is turned up on both your computer and the monitor, and adjust the volume using the monitor’s controls if necessary.
There are multiple methods you can use to play sound through your monitor, depending on your specific setup and equipment. Choose the method that is most suitable for your needs and follow the instructions provided to enjoy audio playback through your monitor.