LG TV & Audio S95QR 9.1.5 Channel 810W Soundbar with Meridian & Dolby Atmos SOUND CUTTING OUT Error Fix: Audio Intermittently Drops Out

Error code SOUND CUTTING OUT on the LG TV & Audio S95QR 9.1.5 Channel 810W Soundbar with Meridian & Dolby Atmos means: Audio Intermittently Drops Out. Sound cuts out for brief periods (1-5 seconds) then resumes. On HDMI ARC: disable "Auto Power" on soundbar and prevent auto-sync. Change Digital Sound Out format (Auto, Pass Through, PCM). On Bluetooth: reduce distance, remove interference. Auto power-off feature may activate during quiet passages — disable Auto Power Off. Firmware updates often fix dropout issues.

The most successful fix is "Update Firmware and Inspect HDMI ARC Connection Hardware" (medium difficulty, ~40 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $0-$20. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Update Firmware and Inspect HDMI ARC Connection Hardware") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 40 minutes. Tools needed: T10 Torx screwdriver, Multimeter.

DIY cost: $0-$20. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The LG TV & Audio S95QR 9.1.5 Channel 810W Soundbar with Meridian & Dolby Atmos has 8 other known error codes, including: AMP BOARD FAIL (Amplifier Board Failure), ARC BOARD FAIL (HDMI ARC Board Failure), ARC CONNECTION FAIL (HDMI ARC Connection Not Established), AUTO POWER OFF (Soundbar Turns Off Unexpectedly), BLUETOOTH PAIRING FAIL (Bluetooth Pairing Failed), and 3 more.

Error code SOUND CUTTING OUT also appears on 2 other LG TV & Audio models: SP11RA 7.1.4 Channel 770W Soundbar with Meridian & Dolby Atmos, SP7Y 5.1 Channel 440W Soundbar with Meridian & DTS Virtual:X. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.