Question Connecting Optical headphones and HDMI soundbar to smart TV with TV speakers on

[eac1948]

I have a Sony Bravia smart TV, Sony XBR-55X950H. the soundbar only has an HDMi connection. My assisted hearing headphones use the optical connection. I can’t seem to use both the sound bar and the headphones at the same time…separately they both work fine, I need the TV on, not muted.,

I’m 77 and not techie,hoping for some advice, thanks!

 

[COLGeek]

What is the make/model of your sound bar?

 

[eac1948]

What is the make/model of your sound bar?

Sorry I should’ve posted that, it’s a Sony soundbar model HT S100F

 

[COLGeek]

Will take a deeper look shortly. Not seeing an obvious solution.

 

[eac1948]

Will take a deeper look shortly. Not seeing an obvious solution.

Thanks

 

[COLGeek]

Do your headphones only connect via optical?

 

[eac1948]

Do your headphones only connect via optical?

The headphones can only connect via optical as there is no RCA or audio inputs other than that on the TV. Smart TVs aren’t that smart I’ve decided! I have patch cords for that (red & white L/R) with my assisted hearing headset but there are no inputs on the TV. “The more you pay the LESS you get?” 😁