If the sound from your headphones seems to lag behind the picture, it may be caused by the headphones' latency or the settings on your connected device.
What is latency?
Latency is the delay between when a picture is shown and when the sound is heard. All wireless headphones have some latency – lower latency means better sync with video.
RF vs. digital wireless
- RF (radio frequency) headphones can have very low latency on some models.
- Digital wireless headphones can have higher latency.
- The exact delay depends on the model and technology used.
Why the delay may be larger than expected
- The headset itself has its own built-in delay.
- The connected device (TV, soundbar, receiver, cable box, DVD player) can add extra delay.
- If the TV sends sound to its built-in speakers faster than to the headphones, the delay becomes more noticeable.
How to reduce or fix the delay
- Check for a latency or lip-sync setting on your TV, receiver, or soundbar and adjust it to match the headphones.
- If no latency setting is available, try connecting the headphones directly to the audio source (e.g., cable box or DVD player) to reduce the delay from other components.
- If you still notice a mismatch, consider headphones with very low latency or use a wired connection for the most reliable sync.