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Corry P
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Sonos and Mesh network

Hi @Bourney Welcome to the Sonos Community!I believe that system will work with your Sonos without issue, yes.Please note that when you add...
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Two systems on one wifi network, with only one phone controller?

As you perhaps realise, one set of speakers would need to be factory reset and then set up afresh as a ‘new system’ while the other set is t...
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HPUTrending Lyricist I
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Sound loss (Beam as PC speaker)

For three years I have successfully used an ensemble consisting of Beam and two Play1s to play back my PC sound. This is done via an external sound card (SPDIF) and a TOSLINK cable connected to it. A few days ago the sound stopped completely! I suspect a connection with the recent SONOS controller update, the second suspect is Microsoft. I spent a total of three full days trying to find a solution - in vain. My great frustration is mixed with despair.Here are some pieces of the puzzle from my search so far:It is a Windows 11 PC.A second Windows 11 PC shows the same failure.Sound signals are displayed graphically.Connecting an Android tablet to the TOSLINK cable: music plays!New external sound card does not help on both PCs.Does anyone have a brilliant idea?Here are some screenshots for illustration. 

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Corry P
2 months ago
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Big Bull
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Connecting speakers via av link speaker selector

I have a Sonos Amp and want to run 4 speakers from it which I know isn't a problem. I want to have 2 speakers in one room and 2 in another room but I want to connect all 4 to the Amp via a 4 way speaker selector so I can turn either room on or off when I dont want to have sound in the room. Does anyone know if this is ok to do and that switching via the selector is safe to do and won't damage the Amp output.https://www.avsl.com/product/128.425UK-4-way-loudspeaker-selector 

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Bchamb2lsuContributor I
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Sonos Integration with Denon System

Hi all,I currently own a Sonos Play 5, Sub, Sonos One, Move, and Beam.  I just purchased a house that has a built-in system consisting of a Denon AVR-X3700H, Onkyo 2-channel Amplifier (M282), and a Nikes Speaker selector (SSVC4).  This equipment is powering a total of 9 speakers (7 indoor, 2 outdoor).  I would like to integrate my Sonos with this system to provide additional sound to the house.  What is the best route to do this, and how?  It looks like I will need to purchase a Sonos Port, but I’m not completely sure.Any assistance would be greatly appreciated!

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2 months ago
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ChabiContributor I
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Large scale network sonos Amp

Hi,We have multiple house connected throught optical fiber and multiple Sonos Amp in the same network subnet (about twenty). We would to know how can we optimize the network (using igmp snooping, create subnet for each house or each zone, enable multicast routing on router).Thank you in advance for your feedback.

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Thierry13Contributor I
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son haché depuis mon NAS

Depuis que j'ai rajouté de la musique sur mon NAS Synology, presque la moitié de ma bibliothèque est diffusée avec un son haché ou des interruptions. Si je diffuse dans une seule pièce c'est un peu mieux, pas idéal, mais si je le fais dans 2 ou 3 pièces c'est impossible alors que tout était parfait avant. La diffusion de radios ne pose aucun problème Merci! Moderator Edit: Google Translate- Since I added music to my Synology NAS, almost half of my library is playing with choppy sound or interruptions. If I broadcast in one room it's a little better, not ideal, but if I do it in 2 or 3 rooms it's impossible even though everything was perfect before. Radio broadcasting poses no problem Thanks!

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kepstinContributor I
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DHCPv6 DUID is invalid/blank

I’ve got an IKEA Symfonisk table lamp. I noticed that at some point it has started to request an IPv6 address via DHCPv6, but it’s doing so with an invalid non-unique DUID (DHCP Unique Identifier).The DUID it’s using is (in hex): 00030001000000000000Decoded, that is a DUID “type 3” (DUID based on link-layer address), with the address type set to Ethernet… but where it should contain the Ethernet MAC address, instead the DUID is set to all zeros.I expect that this non-unique ID might cause problems if someone has multiple Sonos devices in a network with DHCPv6 enabled, although the exact result depends on what DHCP server is in use.For reference, my speaker is currently running the Sonos OS S2, Version 80.1-56190. It is connected via Ethernet cable (WiFi is disabled).

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2 months ago
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controlavMaestro
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Turns out you *can* downgrade firmware versions...

… but only once.I got a refurbed Amp today, and out of the box it was running 57.5-87010, which is a newer S1 than the current S1 version (which is 57.21-51190).Once I added it to my S1 system, the app “updated” it back to 57.21 like all my other S1 gear.So it IS possible to go backwards, if the app lets you.

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benn600Avid Contributor I
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100% Ethernet System Device Limit?

I have heard conflicting information on a completely hardwired system with Ethernet run to all devices.  Does the 32 device limit still apply in this case?  Are there ways to workaround the limit?  I’m building a large residential network with Ubiquiti managed switches/cloud gateway, so it has a lot of extra functionality and configuration options including VLANs.  Does this impact the total device limit?  I currently have hit the 32 device limit with wireless, but I’m wiring every device for better latency/reliability, and to ensure that my whole house playing music isn’t occupying any WiFi bandwidth.  I’m setting up all WiFi 7 access points too. Documentation isn’t completely clear or specific on this, and I’ve heard of other systems hardwired with more devices.

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billz1Contributor I
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Connecting AVR to Sonos

Hi,I have an existing wired speaker system as well as a number of Sonos speakers around my home. I just purchased a Denon AVR-S770H and am having trouble getting my wired speakers and wireless speakers to work together.I set up a number of wired speakers in another room to Zone 2 on my receiver. I have a Sonos Port plugged into my AVR using RCA jacks for the ‘out’ and tried both Phono (I read not to use this) and digital inputs into the AVR.My Sonos Port When I try to play Spotify through Zone 2 with the HEOS app, I only get the wired speakers. When I try to play Spotify through the Sonos app, I only get the Sonos speakers. I can’t figure out a way to get them both to play at the same time. I also don’t know which app (Denon, HEOS or Sonos) I need to make this happen. Many of the instructions online have not worked for me. All components seem to be working fine except for this issue. Also, once complete, which program should I be playing music through? I imagine the HEOS, but not sure.

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OldproggerContributor I
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Sonos 300 issues

I have two Sonos 300s along with a sub and connect which I want to use for listening to my vinyl and cd collection. The rest of my Sonos products around the house work on a mesh system and are absolutely fine. Because the 300s cannot be connected to the mesh this part of the system does not work well. The music breaks off intermittently. I cannot connect the Sonos 300s direct to the router as it is in another room. I have had 2 hour long conversations with the tech team and mother has been resolved. I find myself considering selling the 300s and reverting back to play 1s instead. Seems crazy. Any ideas?

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Rexi98Contributor I
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Help with Sonos/Unifi (have checked other unifi articles)

Hi community, I’m after some help please with Sonos/unifi. I’ve tried to follow the recommended configs and other articles, but think I have a “perfect storm” of things and I’m struggling to resolve. [NB, I’m a home enthusiast/tinkerer, and not an experienced networker, so struggling to work out next steps] Maybe there’s someone with experience based in Sydney, Au who can come and help diagnose on a paid engagement (Pls DM me if possible?) I have a “perfect storm” of three things combining and I simply can’t get Sonos to work anymore. Summary of Setup: Sonos: 13 devices (Room 1: Arc/Sub/Amp; Room 2: Arc/Sub/Amp; Room 3: Amp; Room 4: Amp; Room 5: Era100; Room 6: Five; Outdoors 1: Amp; Outdoors 2: Amp; + Move) Unifi network config as follows: Fibre Modem -> UDM Pro SE -> 24 Pro switch (via SFP+; switch set to STP @ 4096) -> 48 port switch (via SFP+; set to STP 8192) -> 7 x AP's via CAT6 all over the house) All device firmware up to date (Network 8.1.127) Up until recently, th

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medsammmContributor I
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One TV connection to 6 speakers powered by 3 Amps

Need community help:I have a TV that I am running to a Sonos Amp x 3 that is each powering 2 8” ceiling speakers.  What is the best way to do this? A splitter for the HDMI so that each Amp gets the same signal?  Appreciate any advice or direction to where this might have been already answered!

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John27Contributor I
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Different Sonos systems operating systems on same wifi - conflicts?

Hi,I have a Sonos Wave 2 which I control using the Android App on my phone or, as is my preference, the Windows App loaded on my PC.  My brother who is in the same household, has a Sonos Roam which he controls using Alexa (I do not use Alexa).  We are on the same wifi network.When I am listening to music, if my brother turns on his speaker, the Windows App shows his account details.  I can see his speaker and his music etc even though what is playing is what I had selected (and I can still control via the Android App on my phone).  Effectively, when my brother uses his Roam, the Windows App ceases to enable me to control my Wave 2 as I can see no way to switch from his system back to my own.I am aware that sharing the same wifi network will mean I can see his system but there must be some way that I can either block his Roam from taking over my Windows App or at least being able to switch from his speaker back to my own.  I have just uninstalled the Windows App and reconnected my speak

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mloughreyContributor I
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Era100 and Port on secure network

A question for you tech heads. A clinical client have asked for a list of urls which needs to accessible over the internet for Sonos speakers and Sonos Port device because they are very tight on security of anything using their network, even dedicated av lans.

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ejminContributor I
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how to use a third party sub amp with sonos amp

i currently have sonos amp and i’m adding couple of subwoofers and i was wondering if it is possible to use a subwoofer amp with sonos amp ! if yes can anyone explain how please . thank you 

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PoppaContributor I
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Sonos System

Hello Hoping someone can help.I recently upgraded my sound system from BOSE to SONOS. I have a Sonos ARC a Sonos Sub and 3 Sonos Amps. AMP 1 - Connected to my Bose rear channel speakers for surround (didn't want to rewire)AMP 2 - Connected to BOSE 251 in my backyardAMP 3 - Connected to BOSE Freespace speakers by my poolall 3 of these sources work great individually or together.so here’s my question - I just bought a MOVE 2 so I could have the flexibility to move sound around. I see it on my system In the SONOS app, but I can't play the same music. Did I do something wrong? or is this not possible? if not possible, why? and what can I replace the MOVE with to make it work?ThanksAnthony D   

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Aaron MContributor I
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YT Music to Chromecast Audio to Line-In Port drops audio often

I have 10 pairs of Polk Audio RC80i in my home, powered by 2 Sonos Amps and connected to a Sonos Port. When I stream music via Android’s YT Music directly to a Chromecast Audio that has as 3.5mm adapter to the Sonos Port’s Line-In, there are 2 major issues. (I don’t use YT Music integrated into the Sonos App because of latency and difficulty in navigating music)(1) I seem to get ads on my YT Premium stream (have a ticket with Google about this(2) Rather commonly, my music will cut out for what can be 10-30+ seconds at a time.This has mostly happened when playing my Zen playlist at very low volumes, but I’m not sure if this issue is part of the whole S2 debacle. I run a lot of Ubiquiti gear for my home network, but there’s no device/traffic-specific settings I’ve applied there in.Ideas?

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Mrlard71Contributor I
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double NAT on ubiquity router so cannot connect to Sonos

Recently up dated Sky router, which is hardwired to a ubiquity amplifi router. I have 6 speakers, and the beam is hard wired to the AMPLIFI creating SonosNet.having been on to Sonos online they have figured out I have a double NAT. My phone is trying to connect to one IP, but the actual Sonos is on another IP how do go about illuminating the incorrect address and how do I actually identify the Sonos IP Address, and get back to normal service 🙄thanks  

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LTV2008Contributor II
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How do I set up a Samba server for the first time on Sonos S1?

How do I set up a Samba server for the first time on Sonos S1? I’m new to Samba and the Linux terminal so I need all the help you can give. Thanks!

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DanyIVContributor I
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T Mobile and Sonos 5

I am switching to T mobile 5, how do I connect my laptop Sonos system, and or my iPhone 11 to team mobile? I have 2 Sonos 5 speakers. 

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Iceman522Contributor I
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Will a sonos soundbar source play to sonos amps zones

Hi, my current set up has 2 sonos amps and a sonos port, all plugged into ethernet cables, creating three zones that can all play something different or the same.  I want to be able to play my TV through these zones, but the amps are located in another room.  My question is if i buy a sonos soundbar (wifi), would that create a fourth zone that i could use the source of this new zone (the TV) to synch through the other three zones?  Goal is mostly for football games to have the game play throughout the house/patio.  If there is another way to get TV to play through current set up, i am open to that as well.    

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PotemkinMcNastyEnthusiast II
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Feature request: support RSTP

Given the recent disasterous software revamp, will Sonos now start to listen more to customers and their feature requests, specifically support for RSTP?  Or will we continue to hear that Sonos doesn’t comment on roadmap?

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craigskiHeadliner I
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Cooking with Sonos - Microwaves

I was posting on another thread, and the topic came up with regard to 2.4GHz WiFi and possible Microwave interference.  I was curious.I have never tested this before, but came up with a simple stress test experiment, to help me understand impact of ‘Cooking with Sonos’I have an Amp in Kitchen that has a microwave in between the AP and Amp. Amps use 2.4Ghz WiFi, so ideal for a test.I started an Apple Lossless stream 3Mbs to the Kitchen Amp, and grouped 4 other rooms also on 2.4GHz, spread across 2 APs. I could see 3Mb/s down to Amp and backup up to other zones. I then ran a ping to the Kitchen Amp to get a baseline for packet loss: Baseline - Streaming Apple Lossless with group coordinator connected on 2.4GHz WiFi - no music dropouts - no ping packet loss      Packets: Sent = 176, Received = 176, Lost = 0 (0% loss),Approximate round trip times in milli-seconds:    Minimum = 1ms, Maximum = 33ms, Average = 3ms I then put a  cold cup of water in microwave for 1 minute on full power 900W - 

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furacaoprProdigy III
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Feature Request - Disable SonosNet

Hi @Corry P, I would request an option to have SonosNet disabled when connecting speaker(s) to Ethernet without the need to turn off its WiFi.This way I could avoid STP issues with my router/network and, at the same time, allow a soundbar to connect directly to its surrounds.

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ArylmeraContributor I
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Sonos API musicContextGroupId missing

Hello,  I try to build a small side project, to manage the speakers in my house.I want to be able to create a new group of speakers.to do so i want to use createGroup (sonos.com){protocol}://api.ws.sonos.com/control/api/{version}/households/{householdId}/groups/createGroup This endpoints take the playerIds and householdId, and is working fine…But i would like to have my music "follow” the group, and if i understand correctly i have to give themusicContextGroupIdBut i can't find this field anywhere inside of the /getGroups endpoints… [ { "_objectType": "group", "id": "RINCON_48A6B83C422401400:1745150303", "name": "TV Room", "coordinatorId": "RINCON_48A6B83C467401400", "playbackState": "PLAYBACK_STATE_IDLE", "playerIds": [ "RINCON_48A6B822467401400" ] }, { "_objectType": "group", "id": "RINCON_48A6B8EA189801400:1322091760", "name": "Bathroom", "coordinatorId": "RINCON_48A622EA189801400",

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