How to Turn Up Volume on Projector Without Remote?

Imagine you are watching something interesting with your projector, and suddenly you want to up the sound. However, you can’t find the remote at the moment. You might feel “Oh, NO!” sadly. So, do you want to know how to turn up the volume on a projector without a remote? We guess you do. That’s why you are here! Come, let’s find out how to increase volume of a projector without the remote.

Are Projectors Usually Loud?

No. Usually, projectors are not loud. They will give you high-quality images but not sound. Some projectors even produce sounds that are hardly audible to the audience. That said, high-end projectors can give better sound output, but generally, projectors do not produce much sound. 

How to Turn up Volume on Projector Without Remote?

Here’s what you wanted to find out! There are three main ways to turn up the volume on your projector without using the remote. 

Using External Speakers

Many projectors have a port to connect the microphone by using an AUX cable. You can use this AUX cable to connect an external speaker to your projector. The benefit of this cable is you can connect any speaker, from a portable small speaker to a home theatre one, according to your preference.

You can also connect your projector to the existing external speaker set in your home. Either way, you will be able to gain a better audio output without any inconvenience using external speakers.

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Using Buttons on the Projector

Another way to turn up the volume of your projector without a remote is by using the physical buttons on it. If you are unable to find the remote of your projector, you can reach the projector and turn up the volume as you prefer. However, this method also has some drawbacks. 

If you own an average projector, sometimes you may find that the highest volume of the projector is not compatible with your preferences. As we mentioned earlier, the built-in speakers of projectors might not produce a considerable level of sound. If you want it louder, it is better to use an external speaker. 

Also, reaching your projector might be difficult given the place you have installed it. If you are lying comfortably watching your favorite show, it will ruin your mood. 

Using the Smartphone

Using your smartphone to control the projector is one of the best options if your projector does not have buttons! You need a device called IR Blaster to use your smartphone as a remote for the projector. Following are the steps to follow to control your projector with the smartphone.

1. First, connect the IR Blaster device to your smartphone by plugging it in.
2. Download and install the app from the Google Play Store. (This device works only with Android smartphones)
3. Launch the app and run it.
4. Use your smartphone as a remote to the projector while directing it to the projector. It will work!

Also, there is another method you can try. However, this will work only with EPSON projectors, and it is easier to use than IR Blaster.

1. Download and install the EPSON projector App/ iProjection App (This works both on Android and Apple)
2. Open the app and connect both the projector and your smartphone to the same access point.
3. When the projector’s name appears in the search list, connect the smartphone to it.
4. All the control keys for your projector will be visible, and you can use them to turn up the volume, too.

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How to Improve the Sound Level of a Projector?

The easiest way to improve the sound system of your projector is to connect it to an external sound system. As we mentioned previously, you can connect an external sound system or a speaker set to your projector using an AUX cable via the microphone port. Then, you can turn up or down the sound as you prefer and listen to the improved sound level through the speaker set. 

Also, you can turn the volume up of your video, the app that is used to play the video, or the video source, which can be your computer or laptop, so that the presentation will hear better audio in high quality. 

Do Projectors Have built-in Speakers?

Yes. Most modern projectors have built-in speakers. However, not all projectors have that feature. Even though some speakers have the ability to give out the volume through their built-in speakers, more often than not it is not sufficient for a larger room. It will not give the maximum experience for high-quality videos and presentations. 

So, it is better if you can use external speakers as the output devices for the volume of your projector.

Why is My Projector Not Loud Enough?

Usually, the projectors do not give out a large audio experience. Some can be barely heard. However, if you think that there is a possibility of an issue with the sound system of your projector, one of the following points can be a reason for it.

• Check the volume settings of your projector. You may have turned it down.
• The video might have paused, stopped, or muted accidentally. Try pressing the A/V Mute button on the remote-control buttons on your smartphone.
• Check the volume and sound settings of the video app or your computer to see whether the volume of those are turned off or not.
• Check the cables or other connections between your projector and the video source.