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How to Fix Sony HDMI-ARC | VidCapto

If you see HDMI-ARC on Sony, the stream or menu often fails because of Wi‑Fi, DNS, cache, or an expired session.

Likely causes

WHY
  • IPv6 path problems on some consumer routers
  • Broken WebView or DRM module after a partial update
  • IPv4 vs IPv6 preference causing flaky routes to Sony
  • Wrong profile selected after an automatic update

Fix steps

FIX
  1. Unplug the streaming device from the wall outlet, wait 60 seconds, restore power, then launch Sony.
  2. Update Sony from the TV app store (and install any pending system update), then reopen the app.
  3. Remove Sony from the device list in your account (phone/web), then pair this TV again.
  4. Forget the Wi‑Fi network on the device, reboot router, reconnect, and check HDMI-ARC.

Note: Unofficial guide based on commonly reported Sony errors. VidCapto is not affiliated with Sony.

Quick FAQ

FAQ
Is this an official support page?

No. VidCapto publishes unofficial troubleshooting guides so you can try common fixes quickly.

What does Sony error HDMI-ARC mean?

If you see HDMI-ARC on Sony, the stream or menu often fails because of Wi‑Fi, DNS, cache, or an expired session.

What if the steps don't work?

Try another network (hotspot), reinstall the app, then contact the brand's official support with your exact error code.

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Example scenarios

NOTE

Illustrative scenarios for this error - not live user reviews.

  • Example scenario: a Sony living-room setup hit HDMI-ARC after a router swap — public DNS plus a cold reboot cleared it.
  • Example scenario: freeing storage on the stick allowed Sony to write cache again and cleared HDMI-ARC.
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