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JKR97128Contributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services

macOS Sonos controller insists on updates, always fails.

Whenever Sonos has a system update, they require that the Controller on macOS be updated. They provide the apparent means (click on Update) but always fail to complete the update. There is no error code, it just fails to complete. Always. The app will not proceed to play music - it insists on the update.The way I have found to deal with this is to get Sonos tech support to send me a link to the updated .dmg (installation image). I suggest that Sonos make this readily available so I don’t have to reach out to tech support.If you follow Support-Update Issues, it recommends to uninstall and reinstall. But, it doesn’t provide a link for reinstalling.If you follow Support-S2, it tells you how to upgrade an S1 system to S2. That process starts with “Open the Sonos S1 Controller” for iOS or Android. 1) that reflects Sonos’ reliance on mobile apps (and negligence of desktop apps),  2) it is directions to update any devices you may still have on S1, 3) it does nothing for the desktop controller

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7 minutes ago
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Daver71Contributor I
asked in Ask a question

Unable to link Sonos One speakers to new Virgin Media router

Having upgraded my Vigin media router to get 1GB my Sonos one speakers won’t reconnect to the Wi-Fi. I have. Followed usual guidance but no joy. Is this something to do with 2.4 vs bandwidth? Hoping there’s  a simple solution as fair to say I’m not very technical! Any help much appreciated.

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34 minutes ago
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Konstantin79Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural

Sonos App doesn't find existing system.

Hi there, I am so fed up with your buggy systems I can't even describe the level of frustration. I am using the latest version of the app on Android as of now and for no apparent reason the app does not recognize the set up system anymore (my wife's phone and app does and works no problem). I tried to reconnect to the system but says it doesn't find any devices on the network (which obviously isn't true - see screenshot) I am sitting next to a Sonos One and following instructions on how to reconnect pressing button on the back - but no doesn't find the system sitting right next to it. I don't want to go through the process of reinstalling the app and setting up the whole system again for the x time - it costs half an hour each time and at the price of your products we should be able to expect that you can employee at least one software engineer and one app developer that can create a better experience than a 10 year old hobby programmer with the attention span of a humming bird could. 

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jgatie
35 minutes ago
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ronksAvid Contributor I
posted in Speakers

Cannot register new Era 100 speaker

I have gone through the adding process and named the room; but the new device is "not registered".I see on my iPad under Settings when I try to register it: Incompatible Software VersionsThe version of the app you're using isn't compatible with your Sonos system, so some settings have been disabled.I have done every update I can find, but to no effect.And now on my system I getWe need to get Sonos running on the latest software.Choose Check for Updates to get started.So I do, and it says I am up to date; but I cannot get past that window.

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38 minutes ago
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arslanelverAvid Contributor I
asked in Home theater

connecting portable projector to home theatre

i have a silly question :)i have a portable projector. Halo xgimi+ which has an aux port. Due to my room layout i can only place the portable projector close to my rear speakers which are era 100’s. So the question is, if connect the projector via aux cable to my era 100 via sonos cable (usb-c to aux) would that allow me to use the whole home theatre system?

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52 minutes ago
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Topbrick1Contributor II
asked in Speakers

Constant drop-outs, third party equipment/ software; and a failing Roam

I have a long history of constant radio drop-outs and numerous conversations with Sonos technicians to try and resolve the issues. They usually come up with the same monotonous fixes which involve switching all the Sonos items on and off, unplugging the router, and/ or changing router settings, changing all range of network channels.Also overtime other equipment has been alleged to be interfering with Sonos ie the Virgin Hub4 (which is now in modem mode and operated through a TP Link router), and the BBC Sounds app, which we have stopped using for the time being. The latest item that is suggested to be interfering with the Sonos system is our Devolo powerline.Just to add interest the Sonos Roam has stopped connecting with the system, although according to the Sonos App it is playing properly. Reading about similar issues and the lack of solutions, it seems that Sonos is just no longer fit for purpose. My system is:Room 1 Home cinema system consisting of Playbar, two x Play 3 and Sub-mi

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Airgetlam
1 hour ago
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Captain BigglesContributor III
asked in Controllers and Music services

Further sidelining of NAS Music Library in new Sonos App??

I can’t see any mention of a (NAS) Music Library in the promotional content for the new Sonos App. There is plenty of mention of “favourite Music Services” though.Please please tell me that, unlike the new search, support for NAS music libraries is not being further sidelined? This is one of the things that drew me to Sonos in the first place (in 2008 FYI).Joel

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Airgetlam
2 hours ago
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Pz8675309Trending Lyricist I
asked in Speakers

Sonos System with missing rooms on Google Nest Wifi

I have my Sonos system connected to Nest wifi pro. Every few days or so one of my speakers or rooms of my Sonos system disappears. I have to then restart my WiFi network and then the problem is solved. But then it happens again in a few days. What can I do to stop this from happening?

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Corry P
2 hours ago
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Stephane10Contributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services

Sonos Arc / YouTube from smartphone Android

How to listen YouTube’s music from smartphone Android on my Sonos Arc?  Thank you very much.

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jgatie
2 hours ago
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kalexContributor I
asked in Home theater

sonos beam gen 2 plays only dolby digital 5.1

Hei! I have a sonos beam gen 2 connected to a Philips 50PUS616/12 through Hdmi Arc. I have an apple tv conected to other hdmi and despitethe fact that most shows have dolby atmos, i never experienced it since the sonos app says that it is streamed in dolby digital 5.1any hints? Can i ever see dolby atmos on the app?

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2 hours ago
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GC3Prominent Collaborator II
posted in Home theater

16.1.1 update not good ...

Woke up to sub not being connected. Hardware update available 16.1.1, typical installation issues occurred. Two total shutdowns and restarts later, all hardware again online showing 16.1.1 but am still being prompted for update available.  

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3 hours ago
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FatOldSunTrending Lyricist I
asked in Controllers and Music services

S2 Controller software not loading on Windows 11

Recently, the Sonos S2 Controller software fails to load on my Windows 11 laptop. It shows the splash logo but that just stays on the screen and gets no further. I can only close it via Task Manager. I have uninstalled Sonos, rebooted, downloaded the installer and installed it, but the same thing occurs. Any ideas? Perhaps a recent Windows Update has broken something?

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controlav
3 hours ago
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matthewnealAvid Contributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services

Temporarily lose speaker in S2 App

My set up is 1 x Play:3 hardwired creating a SonosNet with a number of Play:1/Sonos One dotted around the house.I have 2 x access points in the house for the S2 controller to connect to (same SSID etc.)I often get the following situation.  As an example, I’m playing music in the kitchen (this is the only room playing).  I open up the app to stop the music.  The app shows every other room and what was playing - that is you can see the album/radio station image - but the kitchen will be completely blank, so I can’t use the controls to stop the music.It can take up to 1 minute for the room to “kick in” so I can see the album/station and use the controls to stop the music.This isn’t restricted to the kitchen, it’s whichever room is playing.Anyone else seen this issue?  Any idea how to resolve?

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UKMedia
4 hours ago
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Byrnes1985Contributor I
asked in Home theater

compressed dolby atmos over Arc from ATV4K

I have a 2020 Samsung qled with arc and I can only get Dolby 5.1 over arc and the Sonos website says I should be able to at least get compressed Atmos over arc. I’ve tried it all I feel and I’m stumped

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4 hours ago
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snevoContributor I
asked in Home theater

Amp setup for surround sound

The surround sound setup instructions with Arc and Amp (to utilize my existing passive speakers for rear and sub channels)  say that when the surround feature is activated for Amp, the Sub output in the Amp is deactivated. So I can’t utilize my existing non-Sonos sub in a surround setup? If the sub output would work for a music only Amp setup I don’t understand why it would be disabled for a surround setup. Am I missing something? This is a pre-purchase question so i don’t have hands on experience with AMP and ARC yet. Thanks,

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5 hours ago
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bgolbusContributor I
asked in Portable speakers

Roam Battery not charging!

My roam is connected to the wireless charger but shows no signs of life.

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Sotiris C.
7 hours ago
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MstaggieMContributor I
asked in Home theater

SONOS Playbar defaulting to MUSIC not TV

I have connected my SONOS Playbar to my iMac via the former’s optical connection. I bluetooth (and have the option of hardwiring) the iMac output sound to a receiver that converts it into a digital optical signal that then inputs into the Playbar. I have the SONOS App both on my iPhone and my Desktop. The Playbar is configured and set up on both platforms. When selected to ‘TV’ the iMac sound output works on my Playbar, however after a while the SONOS App defaults to ‘Music’ and prevents the iMac sound output reaching the Playbar. Why does this happen and how can I stop it?

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Corry P
7 hours ago
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VultureSongAvid Contributor II
asked in Controllers and Music services

Add music service - Tidal not on menu

Trying to resolve a connection issue between Tidal and my Sonos app, I deleted Tidal from my list of music services. When I went to add it again, Tidal was not available in the list of music services in the drop down menu. Neither was Apple Music, which I’d also removed. I tried all the usual methods to resolve the issue; removed and reinstalled relevant apps and ensured all were on the most recent updates. I deleted the Sonos app from all my devices save one. I am able to play directly from Tidal to my Sonos devices, I just can't play directly from Sonos using Tidal Connect.Finally I contacted Sonos via live chat, we both concluded it was weird. They suggested I call the Sonos phone line for help which I did just now but the wait time is lengthy, so I’m hoping for some help here in the community.  Thank you.

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9 hours ago
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LatortueContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services

stations de radio grises dans mes sonos

Je n'Arrivée Plus à faire fonctionner certaines stations de radio qui apparaissent en grise et ne fonctionnent pas Moderator Note: - Translation using Google Translate I can no longer operate certain radio stations which appear gray and do not work

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Corry P
9 hours ago
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PerizosoContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services

Sonos App suddenly stopped connecting to Tidal

I have a Sonos Connect and control it using the Sonos app on Android. Last week I stopped being able to access my Tidal service from the app. I tried re-authorizing, and got the message that it had worked, but when I returned to the Sonos app it said “”There was a problem adding the Tidal account. Connection could not be made.” I have uninstalled and reinstalled the Sonos app, have rebooted everything, have checked my Tidal account to make sure that it is functioning normally, but I still get the same result. Any ideas?

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Corry P
10 hours ago
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nikhil6891Contributor I
asked in Home theater

Warranty & service in India

Does Sonos provide warranty in India for products which are sold in the Indian market ? Also does Sonos provide services which are out of warranty in India ? 

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11 hours ago
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dextechContributor I
asked in Speakers

Beam2 & Era 100 Multi Use Zones

Hi, I have a family room which has a seating area around the TV with a Beam 2. Across the room a few metres I have a pair of Era 100’s. One Era is in the kitchen area and the other is in the dining area. Can I use the 3 speakers as 3 zones so split the Era 100’s into 2 zones and run them as mono? Therefore the kids could watch TV quietly using the Beam then I could listen to radio in the kitchen and have the dining room Era off. Then at a party turn on all 3 to have the party mode or use the Era as rears for the Beam when a film is on?. Is this possible? Thanks Sam

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11 hours ago
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greenyneu
asked in Home theater

ERA 300 as surrounds missing front firing driver

I am using the Arc, 2 subs with 2 Era 300. Using Apple Music as recommended by Sonos. When playing ATMOS content I get a better special experience compared with my Sonos One’s which is expected.Era 300 is not doing a good job in my opinion when playing stereo content and I figured out that Sonos disables the front firing driver when the Era 300 is setup as rear surround sound. Why? I pay for all speakers and have not even an option to turn the front driver on :-(.  It would be better to give user an option and similar to the heigh volume adding a front volume and control the volume. Any help is appreciated.

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12 hours ago
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Church15Contributor I
asked in Home theater

Is it worth upgrading from Playbase to Beam Gen 2?

I have a Sonos Playbase, Sub and 2x Play 1s for my home cinema setup.  I’ve been curious about Dolby Atmos, which is compatible with my TV but not the Playbase. I get decent surround sound by using AirPlay but I was wondering if it could be improved by replacing the Playbase with the Beam 2nd Generation to get Dolby Atmos. Is it worth the upgrade? Thank you!

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106rallye
12 hours ago
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KdubuContributor I
asked in Speakers

play3 and roam on same system

can a play3 and a roam be used at the same time

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106rallye
12 hours ago
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