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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dr.phibesContributor I
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Why doesn't SonosNet appear on wi-fi detectors

I've used InSSIder to look at wireless signals near me and it only detects a SonosNet signal if the Sonos controller (CR100) is on. When the controller goes to sleep the SonosNet signal disappears off InSSIDer despite music still being played. Why doesn't InSSIDer pick up the SonosNet signal ? Is there another wifi detector that would see it ? Would something like Wi-Spy see it ?

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buzz
7 years ago
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rockruinContributor I
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Solution Found: Djing with Sonos 5.1 (DDj 400)

I found a solution to DJing with Sonos. The RCA output of the Dj console goes into bluetooth transmitter 5.0 , can use along with Headphone amplifier unit, and the bluetooth receiver , preferably of the same company, takes the spdif output to playbar. I tried this and there is no lag what so ever. Links of products used are : 2 peices of https://www.amazon.in/gp/aw/d/B0756H84GP?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_imageOne piece of https://www.amazon.in/gp/aw/d/B07MV3PLPC?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_imageTwo peices of adapter https://www.amazon.in/SeCro-Female-6-35mm-Stereo-Converter/dp/B06XBKV7FS/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=1%2F4+inch+to+aux+female&qid=1608451750&sr=8-2  

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jackmackContributor I
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Sonos Ray LG Magic Remote

Hi all - I have just bought the Sonos Ray as a soundbar for my 2022 LG OLED 48A16LA tv. Has anybody been able to connect LG’s magic remote to the Sonos Ray? I’ve followed the conventional wisdom of going into the TV’s Universal Control Settings and getting as far as choosing Philips (no Sonos option available) only for the remote not to be recognised when the tv runs the test with the “power” button. Nothing happens when the onscreen “power” button is clicked so it defaults to another test and so on and so on but none of them connect. From the other side, when I use the Sonos phone app Settings/System/Device/Remote Control setup, and I click the Volume Up button as suggested, the Sonos Ray lights up and is being read by the remote however the app tells me it has failed (as soon as I finish pushing the buttons). So the magic remote is communicating with it but it will still not raise nor lower the volume. Any advice is welcome before I fuck the lot of them out the window. Thanks in adva

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Ken_Griffiths
1 year ago
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GellieTrending Lyricist I
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Using USB drive with Sonos?

Hello I have my local music stored on a external SSD. How can I get Sonos to play my music?Thanks 

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Ken_Griffiths
2 years ago
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sudoContributor I
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Changed UDP/TCP Ports for Sonos App needed after Update to S2?

I have split my IoT Devices and Office Devices into two different VLANs. With now named Sonos S1 App, everything was running smooth and fine. Now, I had to make the update to Sonos S2 (the S1 app refused to connect to my Sonos devices!). After the App Update, I'm not able to control my sonos devices anymore.  Does anyone know if SONOS is now needing even more High-Ports on UDP from the App to the speakers or which parameters changed?  @Sonos : It's a mad thing what is going on here. Many users are requesting more support for setups with different VLAN which are becomming more and more important also in private LANs. No right answer came at any point besides the system is not intended of this usage… Than the topic with bricking old hardware. Now you will not go for this step, but still pushing the customers for updates which will break existing setups and not one word in the changelog. I'm somewhat disappointed on this behavioral. 

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3 years ago
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JacobMohrEldonContributor I
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Sonos Connect + Harman Kardon SB26

Hi I am wondering whether I can buy a Sonos Connect and connect it to my Harman Kardon soundbar + bluetooth sub and it will work with my sonos speakers (via a RCA Y-cable - using the aux in on the soundbar)? And must the Sonos Connect be cabled to the internet or can it work wireless (wift)?

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melvimbe
5 years ago
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pwtVirtuoso
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What happens if I string an Ethernet cable between my stereo-paired PLAY:1s?

I have a pair of PLAY:1s in a stereo pair. Both connect to SonosNet via a BOOST. What happens if I directly connect the two speakers with an Ethernet cable? Will one of the speakers receive its communication over the wire, while the other talks to the BOOST wirelessly? Just curious, not trying to solve any problem I'm experiencing.

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ratty
6 years ago
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hitopharryContributor I
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Please make Sonos work with the computer

So many of us want to use our Sonos system alongside all our media, not just streaming music. I have understood with research that there is a lag/delay with the sound when pictures too. This could be fixed with a plug-in for a browser or OS, which has calibrated the audio lag, so that we can watch Netflix or any other non streaming audio media. I am tempted to return the 2 Play:3's I bought because of this, and I'm sure I am not alone in this frustration. Having spoken to a Sonos Expert on the chat menu, she told me that this "might" be addressed in the future, and that the best thing to do is to leave a message on here. If this were to be solved, I as well as others would likely buy additional Sonos products. I honestly love the Play 3 as a product, makes great sound and great/simple interface, having had an Airport Extreme which had at least a headphone jack for streaming over 10 years ago, I'm surprised that it hasn't been part of the Sonos design.

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6 years ago
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kaddrikContributor I
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Using Sonos One as a speaker for Chromecast

Hello,sorry, not sure i put this in the correct sub forum… I’m new to the Sonos ecosystem.I just bought a Beam 2 for the TV and also a One and One SL … these last 2 I plan to use them in my bedroom.The thing is I have a computer monitor in which i plugged a Google Chromecast in order to cast TV channels , Netflix, Prime video from my phone or ipad. that’s great it’s like having a TV in the bedroom and since i bought the 2 One and One SL, i would like to use these for the sound. At the moment i only have the One SL … the second one and the beam 2 were bot in stock anymore at the shop so i tried to connect the One SL to the chromecast in my bedrrom. I installed the application, “configured it”, tested the radios, the music for my phone...it’s great ! so back to my bedroom, I open the Google Home app, find the device add it to the room and … when i want to add it to a speaker group (since Chromecast works with a speaker group only… ) I can’t add the One SL to the group …!! Is there a way,

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2 years ago
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ellebatxContributor I
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Windows PC Audio Output with Sonos One Bluetooth speaker

I am trying to use my speaker (sonos one) to listen to audio from my computer.   I can connect it just fine in bluetooth - but it wont recognize it as an audio devices.  I have Lenovo PC wih windows 11 - are there known bugs with this type of connection?  (I know the speaker is pretty old)

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jgatie
1 year ago
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Brian933Contributor I
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Sonos Compatibile with Google Nest mesh system?

Hi, I have a Sonos ARC and love it. I have a detached garage and the Wifi signal is erratic at best, even though I have a 1400 sq ft one-story bungalow. I purchased a Google Nest mesh system for my old house (3 floors) before I had the ARC and haven’t been able to figure out how to connect the Sonos and Nest networks. I have AT&T internet and a standard AT&T router. I’ve researched this quite a bit and can’t find any definitive information on how to set up the network(s). I’m not highly technical when it comes to networks but generally comfortable with the basics. Also, I don’t use voice assistants at all. My need is strictly music (Pandora and iTunes) and running my Samsung Smart TV sound through the ARC. Thanks in advance for any info and/or advice. 

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1 year ago
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Alistair123Trending Lyricist I
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Two Sonos Systems on One Network

I've been out of the picture for a bit and sudenly find myself struggling to achieve something that I previously had no difficulty with: 2 sonos setups on one network, with no funny stuff like separate subnets. This used to be really easy and I used it to get past the 65k track limit; now, I want to keep my 5 year old out of the main system! But now, whenever I turn system 1 back on again, the android controller on which I set up system 2 loses contact with system2 (and system 1 for that matter). Has something changed? Admittedly, previously I was using a CR100 (but I promise this isn't the focus of this question; for me at least, that ship has, with more than a couple of sniffles, sailed).

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ratty
6 years ago
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mrothrocContributor I
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Sonos, Cisco, STP, MST, and Spanning Trees

Hi all, I'm wrestling with an STP issue on some Cisco switches and I'm hoping for some advice. I have two cascaded switches, and I've configured STP (actually, MST, since that seems to work with the Sonos devices). When I only have players wired to the core switch, things work as expected. However, when I connect a player to the cascaded switch, that player completely loses its connection to the network. I cannot ping it. In both cases, STP looks fine. I can also see the MAC address of the player on the correct port on the cascaded switch. Does anyone have any ideas? Detailed config: ----------------------- --- Main switch --- ! Relevant parts of config: spanning-tree mode mst spanning-tree etherchannel guard misconfig spanning-tree extend system-id ! spanning-tree mst configuration name michael-sf ! spanning-tree mst 0 priority 4096 spanning-tree mst 1-4094 priority 24576 spanning-tree vlan 1-4094 priority 4096 ! ports for players interface GigabitE

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6 years ago
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cast0rContributor I
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Bluetooth audio adapter or reciever

Hi! Is there any type of Bluetooth product out there that could somehow tap into the Sonos Connect (that I’m using for my turntable) and stream music to my Bluetooth headphones? Some days the family just isn’t into Dad blasting his tunes, if you can believe that. Thanks!

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3 years ago
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tlodenAvid Contributor I
posted in Advanced setups

Stop Sonos phoning home

I think I have all the stops to prevent Sonos from phoning home. Here's what I have configured on my wireless router: - Block all internet access from Play:*, Connect & Amp - Block all traffic from my music server PC to 104.97.121.120 (sonos.com) What am I missing? (oops: looks like Pandora may go through sonos.com - is that correct?)

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5 years ago
MikeV
MikeV
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Sonos and the FCC

So, this isn't really an "Advanced Setup", but there are many who enjoy keeping up on Sonos and whatever their newest products are by going through the FCC database, and we tend to be "advanced" users. As a result, I thought I'd post this list of FCC IDs registered to Sonos. I will do what I can to keep this list current over time.Notably missing from this list are the Connect:Amp (ZP120), Connect (ZP90), and first generation Play:5. The RM000, RM001, and RM002 wireless cards were certified to be modular RF components, so they could be used in multiple devices without those devices needing separate FCC IDs. I assume this is why specific FCC IDs were not created for these three Sonos devices.I don't know why there are two Play:1 models with different FCC IDs, though some sites elsewhere on the internet have identified one as being for China.Grantee Code: SBV - Sonos Inc.FCCID - Product name/modelRM038 - S38/One SL (per FCC Product Markings image)RM027 - S27/RoamRM026 - S26/Sub v2RM024 -

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3 years ago
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Aster1Contributor I
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Vantage Controls drivers for Sonos?

Hi Everyone, New to the forum, but not to Sonos. As a Dealer, I'm just beating the bushes to be able to control the Sonos equip. with High end Automation gear like Vantage Controls makes. Anyone written or seen this available? Thanks in advance for the help!! Aster

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6 years ago
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Asterix_007Contributor II
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Karaoke Setup - Need help please

I'm trying to build a Karaoke system using the following components: Samsung Q70R TV - HDMI (IN), Optical (OUT), HDMI (ARC), Screen Mirroring Sonos Arc & surround setup - Sonos Arc is connected to the Samsung TV via HDMI ARC Yamaha MG06X mixer with RCA Audio Output (Red and white cables) - connected to two professional quality wired microphones Is there any way to get the Analog Audio (Red and White RCA cables) from the mixer into the Samsung Q70R or the Sonos Arc? The TV does not have any input other than HDMI, the traditional analog inputs are missing. This seems to be typical of the new Smart TVs. One option may be to use an Analog Audio (RCA) to HDMI converter. I do not know which one to use.Second problem to solve is how to get and mix the karaoke music and lyrics - these are usually available via an app on the phone or TVHelp much appreciated. Looks like I am not thinking in the right direction here.

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2 years ago
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zuiko3000Contributor I
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Connecting Amazon Fire TV Cube / Firestick to Sonos Beam Gen 2

Hi all,Before buying the Sonos Beam Gen 2, I would like to know how to connect the Firestick to the soundbar and tv using only one arc hdmi port in the sonos beam. There is no hdmi in / out in the Sonos Beam. Thanks in adavance. David

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2 years ago
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ceiling20Avid Contributor I
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Ceiling Height.

[ Ceiling Height: 20’: Dolby Atmos ]Aug. 12, 2020 Dear Community Friends, In a conversation with Sonos Sales today, I understand that the Sonos Arc’s recommended maximum ceiling height is 14’. I am wondering if there a community member who has tried the Sonos Arc in a 20’ ceiling height environment - if yes, please share your experiences - if there was any degradation in the quality of Dolby Atmos, was it enough to warrant not investing in the product? Please advise. Thanks.

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3 years ago
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EelcoTrending Lyricist I
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Default source when turning on power

Maybe I am the only one who is disconnecting his Sonos (connect) from the power source, but what I would like is that I could define a default source that starts playing when I turn on the power on my Sonos.

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6 years ago
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pj_teeterContributor I
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Pass multicast traffic between wired & wireless

I spent part of the day with the installer then a couple more hours on the phone with Sonos support. Still can't get ny new Playable + Amp x2 provisioned properly. Here's my simplified network topography: Internet ==> Arris BGW-210-700 ==> Cisco RV130 (gateway) ==> Cisco 3560cg (core switch) ==> Netgear GS108 ==> Playbase / Amp 1 / Amp 2 (wired connection) All of the Sonos gear lives in VLAN101, 192.168.20.0/23. The Netgear is wired into port 2 on the 3560cg. Also, off the Cisco RV130 is this path... ==> Linksys LGS 116P ==> Cisco WLC 3504 The WLC3504 broadcasts an SSID on the same VLAN101, Apple iOS clients will join that SSID to setup & then control the Sonos gear. After countless attempts to get the gear setup, both with each wired to the Netgear GS108 and each joined the SSID on VLAN101, I had no success. Sonos device based diagnostics informed us that multicast traffic is not being transmitted at all or at least properly. The Sonos device do obtain

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4 years ago
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RikpContributor I
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Sonos Move - Move between home and work network (different wifi networks)

When I bought the speaker, I thought it would be possible to switch the “move” between networks. Namely, from friends, work, and home. After a lot of searching online, I still don't know if this is possible or not. Hence, my question, “how can I connect my move to multiple networks without a factory reset”. Online, it states that the move can remember up to 6 SSIDs. The Sonos app 2 also sees the move when I switch networks and even tells me to add it as a trusted network. Then, when I click the ok button, it keeps on “searching for system…”. Do you have a definitive answer as to whether or not it is possible to move between networks without a factory reset?  

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1 year ago
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JohanLanderholmContributor I
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Detailed network information available ?

Hi, I have been running a Sonos 5 for a few years now and it works mostly good. But sometimes, the app does not find the Play5 speaker and it mostly happens at parties when it's most "critical" that it works. I have been searching for a detailed description on the networking that Sonos is using, but haven't been able to find it. I'm a network and security engineer and have been working with networks for 25 years. At work, I do enterprise networking, security and routing/firewalling/load balancing. I would like to understand what network topology Sonos is using for the system to be able to debug the system when it doesn't work for me. Is it available ?

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5 years ago
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JusaskContributor I
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2 speakers as a center channel

Hello? I have a unique TV setup that does not allow for center mounting of a single center channel speaker.I want to put in. A surround sound Sonos system and am curious if I can “link” two speakers together as a center channel or if I will have delay or other issues? Thank you. 

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