Use SmartThings to mirror your phone's music to a soundbar
When you think of mirroring your phone, you probably imagine your phone’s screen being projected onto a TV or other device. We’re here to tell you that “mirroring” can work with music too! With the new Tap sound feature in SmartThings, you can make your soundbar play the same song or playlist your phone is currently playing – all by performing a simple tap.
Note: The Tap sound function may not work if the soundbar is placed near devices that cause radio interference, such as electric devices. Make sure these devices are a sufficient distance away from the soundbar.
Connect your devices and use Tap sound
Note: If your phone is using a power saving mode, the Tap sound function will not work.
Before your phone and soundbar can sync up and play the same jams, you’ll need to make sure the Tap view, Tap sound feature is turned on.
From the SmartThings app, tap Menu (the three horizontal lines), and then tap the Settings icon. Tap Tap view, Tap sound, and then tap the switch at the top of the screen to enable the feature. For reference, a tutorial for using Tap sound will appear at the bottom of the screen.
While the phone is turned on and unlocked, tap the phone on the soundbar. When a popup appears on the phone for Tap sound, tap Allow. The phone’s sound will now mirror to the soundbar! Play music on the phone the way you normally would and the soundbar will follow suit.
It's recommended to use a cover or case on your phone to avoid damaging either of the devices. Be sure not to tap on a sharp corner of the soundbar; instead, lightly tap the wide area on the upper portion of the soundbar for the best result.
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