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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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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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BaptisteEHContributor I
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Possible to route line in to line out on Sonos Port ??

Hi, I would like to know if the sonos app allows me to route the signal send in line in to the line out with the delay indeed by Sonos ? To use it on my analog system syncronised with my Sonos One SL.Signal delayed on the analog system and processed on the Sonos SL = Syncro.

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Sotiris C.
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manusContributor I
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Bluetooth audio connection from TV to SONOS Port

I have a late model LG eco TV that supports Bluetooth audio streaming (A2DP) to external devices.  I also have a high-end audio setup with the SONOS Port attached to it.Can I stream audio from the TV to the Port using Bluetooth audio streaming (A2DP)?

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Ken_Griffiths
4 months ago
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HockContributor I
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split s1/s2 system

I recently split my system after adding an arc sound bar.when I launch the s2 app I will intermittently receive an error that there are incompatible products and asks me to upgrade or setup a new system. If I close and reopen s2 app it will usually work normally. Sometimes I will have to close and reopen multiple times. S1 system works fine.

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Stanley_4
4 months ago
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toyboyChromatic Producer I
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Wire up.the Sony str-z1000es

I just found out that Sony has a new receiver that works with Sonos. My question is how to wire the video and audio. I see there are 6 video inputs some 4k and some 8k. So if I plug 4k into 8k is the video going to work ok? Then we move to audio do you just plug the sonos hdmi into the reciver and get your audio. Some questions may be silly but I sure don’t want to spend a $1000 and the system not work.

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cbfsContributor I
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Sonos Beam + Amp ethernet with Sub on Wi-Fi - Not Working

I have a Beam and Amp (for rear surrounds) connected to the network via ethernet. I also have a Sub connected via Wi-Fi. Everything was showing connected and linked fine in the Sonos app, but there was no audio from the subwoofer. While trying to fix this, I disconnected the Beam from ethernet and switched it to connect via Wi-Fi (like the Sub). Now there is audio coming from the Sub, but no audio from the rear surrounds powered by the Amp anymore. Why does it seem like all devices linked in the same room need to all be on ethernet, or all be on Wi-Fi for things to work? There is also no indication that there is a problem in the app, just no audio coming from the speakers. The Amp is in an A/V rack on the other side of the house, so I can’t enable Wi-Fi on the Amp, it needs to stay on ethernet. I would also prefer to keep the Beam connected via ethernet as well. Just the Sub needs to be connected via Wi-Fi. How can I make this work?

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Ken_Griffiths
4 months ago
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HopsngrainsContributor I
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Can Sonos Port be used instead of a Preamplifier? Why or why not?

I have a  Sonos system comprised of 4 listening areas. I recently added a turntable, and shortly will be connecting a hard drive or NAS with all of my digitized CD’s for ease of play and organization.  Here is my current home set-up.Area One area has a Sonos Port connected to a vintage Sansui AU-D9 integrated amplifier/TV/my own speakers. Area Two has a Sonos Port connected to a Pro-ject turntable-turntable preamp and a Marantz 7025 Power Amp or NAD C268 Power Amp. Area Three has a Sonos Amp connected to TV/my own 4 speakers, and,Area Four has 2 Sonos One speakers. I’ve been considering a Preamplifier to use with the Power Amps in Area two. Would I need a dedicated Preamplifier in this set-up, or would my Sonos Port App function as the Preamplifier? In what situations (if any) would a dedicated Preamplifier be a good choice to add to my system?

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4 months ago
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csneddonContributor I
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latency

i have a room that is 30’ by 15’ with a TV at one end, playbar mounted directly under.I then have 4 Sonos 1’s  - Two at the far (opposite) end and two mid way on either wall. How do i setup the rooms, surrounds etc to get the best sound?Currently i get a lot of latency and echo.  

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buzz
4 months ago
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DWRMD1957Contributor I
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Does SONOSAmp Ethernet hookup convert entire system to Sonos net?

Recently purchased Amp to replace old stereo receiver and add floor speakers into the Sonos system. Used the ethernet hookup that had connected to receiver. No other Sonos products are connected via ethernet. Also have Home theatre with Arc, 2-Ones, 2-Sub gen3, a dining room with Ones in stereo connection, and Master bedroom with Fives in stereo connection, and Move in kitchen. In connecting the Amp to ethernet am I in effect removing entire Sonos system from wifi and creating a separate Sonos net network? We have excellent wifi coverage. Is it best to remove Amp from the ethernet connection. This statement in Sonos support seems to suggest I am bypassing my home wifi network:“Hardwiring any Sonos product with a built-in Ethernet port will switch the entire Sonos system into a wired setup, in which Sonos creates a dedicated wireless network separate from your home WiFi. In a wired setup, Sonos products without a built-in Ethernet port will continue using home WiFi.”

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4 months ago
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DorianBriandContributor I
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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 already have a Sonos Beam 2 (in white on the TV cabinet) and a Sonos Sub Gen 3 which is under my cabinet. Currently I also have 2 sound systems, one which is to the right of my sofa at window level and the other above the black furniture in my kitchen. I was thinking of putting the first era 300 (number 1) just behind my sofa with a stand to be at listening height. And the other on my kitchen cabinet in 2.  Is this the optimal placement or do you have other ideas?Thanks in advance for your anwsers :)

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Corry P
4 months ago
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MichelleEContributor I
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adding turntable to sonos play 1 & play 3

Hello All!I would like to connect the Victoria Stream  turntable to my very old Sonos Play 1 and Play 3 system (circa 2013). Can this be done without buying the sonos port or sonos amplifier?  Victra website says yea but they mention Sonos One, not Sonos Play 1 which is different. Thanks for your help!Michelle 

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StrangeloveContributor I
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Sub disconnecting after working - Eero

Just passing on a tip that will hopefully save someone a few frustrating hours.I moved a sub from one room to another with an Amp.  The iOSApp did the move perfectly.  Music worked initially but then dropped.  Performing a factory reset a couple of times would bring the sub back each time but would then drop minutes later.  Initially the eero 6 unit was next to the sub and another article said 1m separation was needed.  That was not the issue.The root cause was too much distance between the sub and the Amp that were paired/coupled.  I switched the sub to a wired port on the eero unit and also connected the Amp to a wired connection.  Works perfectly now.  Not sure what the maximum allowed distance is but the Amp is located in a metal rack in an attic closet on the second floor on different side of the house. 

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ratty
4 months ago
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MusicMan2023Contributor I
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Setup multiple Sonos systems in a single location for a hotel complex

Good day,We are trying to setup multiple Sonos Systems in a hotel complex. We have multiple speakers for every system.Hotel reception Restaurant 1 Restaurant 2 Conference center Gym Spa etc...What is the best most efficient way to set this up?Create a different wireless network/VLAN for every location? Can I have all speakers and locations on the same Wifi network?Do I need to create a different Sonos account for every location?Thank you for your help!!

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Stanley_4
4 months ago
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ChadwickFowlerContributor I
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Sonos AMP + 3 Speakers keeping stereo...

Hello all! I have a new sonos amp and want to run 3 speakers. They are all on one wall, so I would like the left side to be left, the right side to be right, and the center to be both.  Can I do this, and if yes, how do I wire the third (center) speaker?

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Stanley_4
4 months ago
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PhistoContributor I
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sonos five: line in control

Hi. I have two five speakers connected in pair stereo. I have  connected a diferent source to every speaker, Tv and a turntable, but I would like to control wich source to listen if both of them are working.

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4 months ago
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DrdanContributor I
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electronic keyboard

I have a Kurzweil keyboard and would like to send its output into my existing Sonos system. I tried to plug it into the input jack of my Sonos 5, but get delay and poor sound. Any suggestions?

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Stanley_4
5 months ago
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twrvaContributor I
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Rebroadcasting band or DJ in separate area over Sonos in rest of house

I understand the line-in feature (on some Sonos products) has latency and is not intended for live music or as a PA system. I further understand the latency is necessary for perfectly synchronized multi-room audio from a potential variety of sources (which Sonos does better than anyone else).With that understood, has anyone tried hosting a house party where there is a live band or DJ (e.g. playing holiday music) using an appropriate non-Sonos PA system, and in an area (for “enjoying the band/DJ”) that is separated from Sonos speakers (except one with line-in and zero output volume). Then the Sonos devices “throughout the house” are rebroadcasting the live audio (albeit delayed) as “background” music. … If you have tried a set-up like this, did it work well? How was the sound? What did you use to bridge the band/DJ’s output to the Sonos line-in?

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Stanley_4
5 months ago
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John_248Contributor I
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Can a multi-room Sonos system connect to two different networks at different times?

I have a multi-room Sonos system in my vacation house.  The current setup is that theSonos system is on the primary network for the house, which also has access to Lutron, Crestron, Nest, etc.  I do have a secondary network in the house for guests to use (separate name/separate password).  I would like to give guests access to Sonos, without access to the other systems.  Is it possible to set up Sonos to look at two different networks for a control signal (not at the same time, of course)?

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AudiosymbolAvid Contributor I
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Enabling stereo mode via bluetooth for stereo paired era300

 This question was raised about 2 years ago for the original Move but I don’t know if things should have been sorted for the latest ERA speakers in stereo mode . I use pair of ERA 300 for music only in stereo mode .  How can I enable both speakers to work in stereo mode via Bluetooth without resorting to switching on  each speaker individually ?  Thanks 

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egelularContributor I
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Adding a Boost to existing network

Trying to add a Boost (2019 version) to my existing system. I have cabled the boost but it can’t be found when I try to add it through the S2 app.I have one existing speaker cabled - this is needed cause otherwise of of the speakers don’t connect. However, I don’t need a speaker close (and wired) to my router hence going for the Boost.If I turn off my speakers the Boost is recognized by the app - but then I can’t add my existing setup.Any idea what’s wrong?Thanks, Lars

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SolatidoContributor II
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Wiim streamer for Airplay 2 for home stereo + Sonos speakers for whole-house audio

 I am a simple noob and kind of slow with all things electronics. Here's my simple question: I'm considering an $85 Wiim Mini or a $140 Wiim Pro streamer to attach to my existing home stereo setup so that it shows in AirPlay on iOS along with my Sonos speakers when I want to stream music or podcasts throughout the house. I have a pair of Sonos Ones and a Sonos Sub Mini, and I use AirPlay 2 (not the Sonos app) to stream music and podcasts. *All I want to do is add my home stereo setup to AirPlay so that I can have synced whole-house audio.* Will a Wiim Mini (or the Pro) get me there? Thanks. 

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ratty
5 months ago
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Corky CordoContributor I
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Accessibility Issues

My wife has a degenerative neuronal disease and accesses her apps and communicates through an eye movement enable tablet running windows. I can put to Sonos app onto it and she can move the cursor with her eye gaze but can’t get the app to recognise that she wants to action an instruction, like choosing playlists, stopping and starting play, etc. Anyone had this and knows of a solution? ThanksCorky Cordo

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melvimbe
5 months ago
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Randy HearstTrending Lyricist I
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Sonos Port to control HK 3390 using IR ports

I’m wondering if anyone knows whether the Sonos Port can connect to a Harman Kardon HK 3390 receiver through its IR in and out ports, so the receiver could be controlled to turn on and off power, set volume. I note the Port has a capability to support switching on a receiver, but I can’t find specs for the IR ports for the HK 3390 and I just don’t know if the Port and HK 3390 are using a common standard or whether there is a simple adapter of some kind, if they don’t.

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farburyContributor I
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Two systems on one wifi network, with only one phone controller?

We have a number of Sonos products, all S2, and currently all on one wifi network, and on the same Sonos system.However, we want to split off some of these into a separate Sonos system, still on the same wifi network.From other threads, this looks possible, but by having two phones, each with it’s own system registered.My question is - can a single phone have the Sonos app, and switch between the two different Sonos systems, or do we need separate phones?

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controlav
5 months ago
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Paul444Contributor I
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SONOS 5 and Deco M4

I have just set up 3 TP-Link Deco M4 units connected to my Virgin hub (now as a modem rather than a router) My 2 SONOS 5 speakers no longer connect by wifi. If I hardwire one SONOS 5 to the first Deco with an ethernet cable I can get it to work but I am unclear how I would connect the other. On line help is a bit uncertain about what can be done. If I add a network switch to the first Deco does that mean I have more ports that act as if they were part of the main Deco and so will support 2 SONOS 5's? Probably a question I need to direct at TP-Link. i.e. If I add the switch and plug my Sonos speakers into two if these network switch ports will they work? I ask before I purchase a switch and drill 15" holes through two walls to enable hard wiring of the SONOS 5's Do I have other options? I thought having Deco mesh would solve my wifi issues but more have developed! [My previous Powerline extenders had failed after several years, and no amount of experimentation got them working again, so

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CloneWolfContributor I
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Integration with existing system

Hello, folks. I have an existing home theatre system, as well as a few Sonos Ones in other rooms. I’m considering adding a Sonos Beam for my TV and also considering adding one of the Sonos connectivity devices (Port/Connect/Amp/Connect:Amp) to integrate the systems. I’m a bit overwhelmed with the options and I’m unsure how they can all connect.  My existing components consist of: LG CX TV (with eARC) Denon 2308 AV Amp/Receiver (no eARC) 2 x Bookshelf speakers Turnable (no preamp) PS5 2 x Sonos One in other, separate, rooms.  I’m not fully convinced I need a Beam, and I don’t necessarily need the bookshelf speakers. I’m open to using one or the other, or both. If the Beam is in place, I’m not sure if having the the bookshelf speakers would enhance the audio that much. Ideally, I would like:To play the turntable through the Sonos Ones, as well as either the bookshelf speakers, the Beam or both at the same time.  To play TV / PS5 audio through bookshelf speakers, Beam, or both at the same

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AjTrek1
5 months ago
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