Advanced setups

This is the place to troubleshoot your Sonos hacks, advanced setups, and third party integrations. Be mindful of your products warranty, and that Sonos staff can't always assist in an official capacity here.

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DorianBriand
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Era 300 placement for surround

Hello everyone,I would like to have your opinion and your suggestions on the future placement of my Era 300 which I will receive shortly. I...
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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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ratty
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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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ManoloParameterContributor I
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Beoplay A9 MKII + Sonos Port

Hi all,I currently have 2 different set-ups: 1 Beoplay A9 MKII in my living room and a Sonos multiroom system in my bedrooms and outdoor. I would like to add 2 devices to my Sonos system: the Beoplay A9 MKII and a turntable. Is my simple assumption correct, that I can just connect the turntable via line-in and the Beoplay A9 via line-out?Thanks a lot for your advice and help!Best, Manuel

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8 months ago
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ssayetContributor I
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pushing TV sound wirelessly to Sonos amplifier question

I have a Samsung TV on my patio that is connected to ethernet that I use YouTube TV on. is there anyway that I could push what is playing on the TV with YouTube TV or Apple TV? If I’m using Apple TV that’s been built into the TV and push it to a Sonos amplifier wirelessly so I can use the speakers on the patio to play the sound?

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4 months ago
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DcSpeaksContributor I
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Can I use a passive non-sonos soundbar and speakers with Amp?

Hello,i am setting up a patio. My amp is inside the house in a media closet. I understand that if I want to have a sonos soundbar pair with an amp it would need to be in the same general area so this is not possible for me. What I do have is the ability to run any lines I want from the TV to my media closet. I want to use a sonos amp because the rest of the house is Sonos. So I am having trouble figuring out how to have a sound bar, rear speakers and sub connected to the amp and my TV. 

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10 months ago
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JohnG666Enthusiast II
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Change email address without issues?

I previously changed my email address with Sonos many years ago and in doing so had to start with a new account on here so lost all my previous history and I seem to remember issues with my system as well but can’t be sure.I’ve heard a couple of horror stories where people have changed their email address for their sonos system and ended up losing radio stations and other things in the system and it wasn’t straight forward for them.Is it any easier now in 2023? All I want to do is change my email address for my system and these forums which I believe probably use the same login details? 

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8 months ago
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JimMappContributor I
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adding Era300s to traditional stereo system

Seemingly a common question, but inconsistent answers out there. I have a traditional stereo set-up: amp, wired speakers, wired subwoofer, wired turntable. Question is: can I add, in the same room, two ERA300’s and have everything play in sync? Or will the sound from the Sonos speakers inevitably be delayed? If it is possible to sync it all, what hardware to I need? (Current amp is a Cambridge CXA81 with fairly robust connection options.)  Thanks. 

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Airgetlam
19 days ago
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hokieinotownContributor I
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Multiple systems

I have several Sonos speakers in my home in several different rooms.  I just got a new Sonos speaker that I want to use at my office (not in my home, ie, a completely separate location, wifi network, etc).  I am trying to set up the speaker at the office and I want it to be completely independent of the home system but when I go in to the app it is recognizing that I am on a different wi fi network and asking if I want to connect my products to this network.  I am assuming that means ALL products...including those that are in my home.  How do I set up my new office speaker so that I can see two “systems” (home and office) in my Sonos app?  Please provide step by step instructions. 

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7 months ago
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Joey022Contributor I
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Grouping two SONOS AMPS (Gen 3), 1 for a Non-Sonos Speaker Pair, 1 for a passive Non-Sonos Sub

I have two (2) SONOS AMPS (Gen 3) for my outdoor patio sound system.  AMP 1 powers a pair of outdoor NON SONOS speakers.  I want to add the second AMP 2 as a mono amp to power the subwoofer with all 250 Watts.  If I group both AMPS for the same location, can the frequencies be divided to each AMP with the Sonos Application?  I want to send the highs 151-20,000hz to AMP 1 and the lows below 150hz to AMP 2 ? The Sub Out on the AMPs do not provide power and since I have two SONOS AMPS I would rather not buy another Mono Amp just for the sub.  Also, I cannot find a true outdoor active powered Sub that would let me use the Sub Out from the AMPs.  When I say true outdoor, I mean that I can leave inside the landscape in the weather (IP 66 rated or IP 67 rated).

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6 months ago
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DiscoFeverContributor I
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Sonos system stops playing

I have several Sonos componets: amps, variety of speakers, when I leave the house the system shuts down or stops playing music.  I prefer my music to be playing 24/7, I turn the system on using an iPad that stays at the house but for some reason it shuts down when I leave.  Could it be because I used my iPhone to setup the system?  Thanks!

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Airgetlam
4 months ago
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ChuckJ143Contributor I
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Combining Sonance 8.1 outdoor with Sonos indoor wireless speakers on one app

We are remolding a house we will move into and we just finished our outdoor pool and looking at getting the Sonance 8.1 outdoor system and then also have Sonos bluetooth speakers in various rooms inside.  I would like to have all this on the same Sonos App where I can control it all together, or use different music in different areas.  And then I’ll combine the app to Google home to control it with voice.  I have searched for hours for this answer.  Hoping someone can help me out so I buy the right products!  Thank you in advance!

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melvimbe
8 months ago
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Contrarian33Avid Contributor I
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S2 can't find most of my speakers after installing wifi mesh

I’ve read through everything here:https://support.sonos.com/en-us/article/connect-sonos-to-a-new-router-or-wi-fi-networkhttps://en.community.sonos.com/ask-a-question-228987/tips-for-common-sonos-problems-6815645But none of this standard stuff has resolved my problem.Here’s what I THINK is happening:I connected a wifi mesh network to my existing modem/router My phone is now connected to this mesh network But speakers are still trying to connect to modem/router (my guess) I changed the name of the modem/router to distinguish between the 2 wifi signals (modem/router vs. wifi mesh) I need to move everything over the the mesh. But Sonos/S2 can’t find 6 out of my 7 products, even after using all the usual troubleshooting tips in the links above Seems like the products are stuck in limboI’m tempted to do a factory reset and start from zero, but I read an article advising against this.And the last thing I want is to call Sonos support. Didn’t have a good experience a few months ago.Any ideas?

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3 months ago
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Tconrad412Contributor I
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using same speakers for stereo music and home theater

I just moved so I’m reconfiguring my system. I have a Playbar I used for TV and a Play5 and a sub for music. What I would like to do is buy a second Play5. I would have the Play5s on each side of the TV grouped with the Playbar and sub for theater, and have a second group, minus the Playbar for music. Can I do that? Everything I’ve read is either very confusing or a no! Thanks for your help.

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3 months ago
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Paddy85Contributor I
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WD100 iPod Dock - Still Possible in 2024?

I am well aware the WD100 has been out of support for some time and therefore only works with the firmware of the period.Nonetheless, I would be very interested to add one to my system even if it means downgrading the firmware and/or app. According to the community post below it was still possible in 2018:Has anyone had any success in downgrading the firmware to allow WD100 compatibility and does anyone have links to the required firmware?

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1 day ago
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TpauContributor II
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Sonos Net Channel

I have been advised to change the Sonos net channel via the S2 app to 6 but it is greyed out and therefore not possible. Due to this I connected the sub to the router with an ethernet cable but it made no difference. The channel is currently set to 1 but it was showing as 11 yesterday which suggests it has changed ( it has not been misread). Any suggestions as to how to remedy this would be appreciated. 

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106rallye
9 months ago
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HAL_9001Contributor I
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New Mesh Wifi - Products Not Connecting

This is not a question - but just sharing my experience.  I have recently updated my wifi with mesh and the older sonos components wouldnt connect despite numerous factory resets and scratching of head.  Each time I went through the process to add older items - it failed at the last step when it tried to add to the LAN.  The reason was the mesh system had its own DCHP server hidden in the settings.  Once this was disabled (put into access point mode) I was able to connect.I had originally put this down to Wifi 6 compatibility I hope this helps others

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8 months ago
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mongolikecandyContributor I
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Era 300 surround placement in large(1500sq ft) room

I'm working a garage project and we want the front lounge area to be some place people can hang out in. I have an Arc, G3 Sub and 2 Era 300's for the rear channel in surround. I'll also want to use this system for playing music. The room is approximately 25'x60', 1500 sq ft. Image of layout https://imgur.com/a/vdE21fL do i want to place the era 300's in position A or position B? A is the approximate midway point in the room, and B is about 60' away from the TV. If A is the best place, do i want to mount the era's on the wall and pointing into the room like 1 or put them on stands and have them point at the TV like 2? I tried calling Sonos, but it was quickly clear the person answering the phone was going to be on no help. any input/insight is appreciated! 

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Stanley_4
3 months ago
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SlicksterContributor I
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Sharing speakers for a day to another wifi system

Hi, am looking to take some of my sonos speakers to another house for the day. Is it possible to disconnect these speakers from my setup, connect them to another wi-fi (they don’t have any Sonos products so will be just my own being used in the alternative location) and then re-connect them to my normal setup when I return home?  If so, is it as simple as taking the speakers and connecting them to the alternative wi-fi and then the same when I get home?

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6 months ago
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UsafkenContributor I
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Connecting Sonos with Wifi router that uses SIM Card

We have to get our Internet from a cell tower via a T-Mobile Home Internet.  We just replaced our router and the router uses a SIM card.  Now we can’t connect our Amps via wifi like we use to.  Called tech support and they said you havre to buy a bridge.  Anyone have this problem and or solutions? 

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controlav
6 months ago
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A_fly_guyContributor I
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HD Fury Arcana with Phillips Hue Sync box?

Anybody has this set up? Any problems?I thought Apple TV> Phillips Hue Sync box>HD Fury 4K Arcana>-HDMI OUT to LG OLED 2018-eARC to Sonos ArcThe HD Fury 4K Arcana 18Gbps - Dolby Atmos eARC is quite expensive shipped to Norway, $330, so I would like it to work 😊 I just wanted to take a moment to send my warmest regards to this amazing community. From my experience, it looks like a wonderful place to seek help and connect with like-minded people. Can't wait to start sharing my own experiences here!Sincerely Lars

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2 months ago
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J.riefkohlContributor I
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Sonos Surround Setup

Hi,I’m currently in the process of remodeling my apartment and would like to add a surround system.I’ve been looking to add the following as my setup.(1) Sonos Arc(1) Sub Gen 3(2) Sonos Amp(2) Pairs of Sonos In Wall(3) Pairs of Sonos In Ceiling Would this be possible?   The Arc, Sub Gen 3, Sonos Amp, both pairs of Sonos In Wall and 1 pair of Sonos In Ceiling would manage Home Theater and the other two pairs of Sonos In Ceiling would be for ambient sound in other areas. The Sonos In wall would be LF, RF, LR, RRSonos In Ceiling would be SL, SR

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buzz
6 months ago
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shedloxContributor I
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Verizon 5G home internet connectivity issue

My two Sonos FIVE speakers, and my MOVE worked flawlessly with Cox Internet. However, since I switched to Verizon 5G home internet, Sonos can't find or connect to my system. 

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8 months ago
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IOnceSawAYetiContributor I
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65K Limit. How I did it.

Currently I have 110,365 songs available in my library. The way I got around the limit is to mirror the entire folder structure of my music library ,but in this case each album subfolder contains a playlist “.m3u” file that  referencesthe absolute path and filename of the original songs. Normally this would be an exhaustive taskthat no sane person would attempt. Luckily, computers can do this kind of work for us.I used a program called MP3Tag.Go to File/Options/Playlist, and check the box  "Entries relative from work directory".This is essential; it allows Sonos to find the files no matter where your mirror lies. MP3Tag can generate playlists, and the file name of the playlist can be a formatted string and is defined in the "Filename of Playlist" box. I used for exampleD:\TEMP\M3U\%artist%\%album%.m3uWhen finished, the folder D:\TEMP\M3U will have a folder for each artist and these will have a subfolder for each album, with a SINGLE file, the albumname.m3u file which Sonos will index a

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buzz
9 months ago
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SindelisContributor I
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Sonos Arc

Hi all,I have my Sonos ARC connected to my TVs (Sony a95L) eARC port and my receiver connected to the TVs other 2.1 port. I am using the receivers eARC port to connect to the TV. I was under the impression audio from the receiver would pass to the ARC, but that does not happen. The receiver is a Denon x2800h.any suggestions?thanks

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7 months ago
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Erik HellContributor I
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Need a simple & straightforward way to change from old to new router (and internet provider)

The 'simple & easy way' highlighted in Sonos official support site is simply not working for me (and I can't really grasp how it could...) https://sonos.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1072/kw/change%20wifi%20router While connected to the old router/wifi, I've changed the sonos app wifi to new connection and done same to my laptop (I seem to have to be on the old connection, otherwise the setup on sonos app just won't open setting etc). Then unplugged a device, connected the Ethernet cable to the new router and plugged in device. Quickly that device comes up on my sonos app on my laptop. That's where all job stops... In the support page it simply says unplug each device if they don't appear automatically... leave for 10 sec and plug in. However no job - beyond the one connected via Ethernet cable. Hope someone is able to assist...

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ratty
7 years ago
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Leo_8Contributor I
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12v trigger for ZP90

A 12v Trigger would come in very handy when you have multiple ZP90's in a system and they are all wired to a multi channel amplifier. When the zone is activated the trigger would relay the amp to turn on and vice versa. The trigger also would help in heat build up and amp not being on 24/7.

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6 years ago
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kriske_pContributor I
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Compression setting on component - not global

Hello, I would like to raise a discussion about the advanced setting "Audio Compression", which is a global setting. Meaning, that if you change this setting, it is applied to all your line-in components. I have a connect-component that has a Vinyl-player attached to it. I have a play 5 that has a computer attached as line-in. I'm having enormous problems with my vinyl player/Connect component. I've had several calls with sonos and it does not get solved. For now, the only solution is to go "compressed", but I have a problem with that. This implies that if I look at a movie on my pc, and use the line-in on the Play 5, I'm out of sync with sound / picture. So I'll have to re-change the setting to "automatic" and when playing vinyl again to "compressed"... and so on and so on Sonos is way to expensive for this. It's already sad that I have the problem with the connect component, it's not user friendly to keep me switching my settings So, I really need a non-global settin

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7 years ago
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