Is it possible to hook 5.1 speakers directly to a 32" flat screen TV so that the TV's speakers aren't used?

Question

Is it possible to hook 5.1 speakers directly to a 32" flat screen TV so that the TV's speakers aren't used?

Answer 1

TV Guy is correct.  We usually send audio from the TV, Cable box, Sat box to a receiver.  The receiver is what really powers the speakers.

Answer 2

No

The TV audio output is not powerful enough. You need an AV receiver or powered speakers.

Answer 3

Only if you have speaker ports on the back of your tv.  That means there is a built-in-amplifier & it will work. If not, you're SOL!  Start researching avr's.