There are only two ways to get digital audio between your TV and soundbar, or your TV and receiver, or really between any piece of gear that transmits audio in a home A/V system: HDMI and optical.
Monitor USB ports can be a bit confusing. You might spot one on the back or side of your screen and assume it works just like a USB port on your PC, but that's often not the case.
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