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Optical Audio Adaptor, how does it work?

Ok, I have to plead optical audio ignorance here, but how does the Optical Audio Adaptor (came with the ARC sound bar) work?  How does the a...
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Using a Turntable with Sonos

Moderator Note: Modified December 2024 to account for new products and changes to the latest mobile controller. Thinking about getting a tur...
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zepheeContributor I
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audio technica lp120 turntable distortion with the play 5

So I purchased an audio technica lp120 and a sonos 5. The sound is extremely distorted when I play a record. In Sonos settings, I have gone into the line-in settings and tried the different source levels. No level has an effect on the distorted sound. On the TT, I have made sure that the switch on back is set to Line In which enables the pre-amp. Any ideas on what else I can try? I'm getting a little nervous as I have seen other posts with the same issue but they never have a solution. I don't think I have the ability to test the TT by itself. I don't have a stereo or powered speakers. thanks

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Stanley_4
6 years ago
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klang0Contributor I
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Onkyo Receiver, Sonos Connect, and Multiple Zones

I have a quick question in regards to the Onkyo receivers that now “works with Sonos”. I understand the model receivers that now work with Sonos (if you purchase a Connect), but I’m curious if you can actually use the different zones of the receiver as different Sonos zones (through the sole Connect)? For example if the receiver has its one Sonos Connect plugged into it and has the three zones hard wired as such: main zone is 5.1 living room, zone two is porch, and zone three is patio. Can you independently control each zone through the Sonos App? Or would you have to use the Sonos App to turn on music through the receiver and then go to the Onkyo app to control its zones and inputs (which would completely defeat the purpose of what I’m trying to achieve)? I currently have a fantastic Yamaha receiver but if purchasing just one Connect and the subsequent Onkyo receiver can control the three zones, I may just pull the trigger. Thanks in advance for the help.

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melvimbe
6 years ago
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Stevieb812Contributor I
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Sonos Connect

Sonos Connect not showing on network after being powered down for two weeks. No green light shows on power up. Factory re-set doesn't work. I am also able to ping the unit from the router, which has been re-booted. I have also hard wired the Connect to my router, but with no success. Anyone have any ideas.

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6 years ago
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ParsonskContributor I
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Connect-Amp Wont Connect

I have had my Sonos system for about 3 years and has worked almost flawlessly up until about 6 months ago. Now I find every once in a while I'll go on my Sonos App and one of the zones will be gone. Today I see my garage zone is not there and the connect-amp was flashing white......I unplugged it, waited a few minutes, plugged it back in and it flashed white then turned to solid white....but still did not show up on the App. Decided to reset the Connect-Amp; unplugged it, waited then plugged back in while I held the play/pause button until it flashed orange / white / orange / white.....I let go of the buttons and waited.....waited some more.....still flashing orange / white / orange / white I decided to unplug it again, waited plugged it back in and its now flashing white..... All other zones are working fine, including my other Connect-Amp for the patio which by the ways is right next to the Connect-amp for the garage. What do I do???

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Stanley_4
6 years ago
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PABernContributor I
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Connecting CD player and turntable to Sonos

I have two Play:5's. One connects to my turntable via line-in and the other connects to my TV also via line-in. I need to connect a CD/DVD player to play audio CDs. Right now, I need to turn on the TV in order to do that. Is there a better way of doing this? Would a Connect, Connect:Amp or the upcoming Amp do the job?

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ratty
6 years ago
Peter Mc
Peter Mc
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Connect no longer bit-perfect?

It looks like the Connect is no longer bit-perfect. Here's my evidence: let's discuss this. First, I constructed a wav file of pink noise with amplitude ramping up from zero to digital max and back to zero. I play this through my Connect and record the SPDIF output from the coax output into my PC. The recording uses a Scarlett 8i6 audio interface set to use the Connect as master clock. I record into a DAW (Sonar) multiple times - all instances are identical. However, this recorded signal is not quite the same as the original wav file - it can be up to -21dB different. See https://www.dropbox.com/s/t8od479xo9hi5el/connect_diff.PNG?dl=1 Note the expanded scale on the difference (third) track. It looks like the difference gets larger when the signal is larger. To confirm this, I import the original and difference files into Matlab and plot the raw data (difference vs original). There is clearly audio compression happening here. See https://www.dropbox.com/s/p1yq6wcqafvnhaj/d

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6 years ago
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PepperlandContributor I
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Is the optical output of the Connect always active?

I'm trying to figure out the smoothest way of integrating my stereo system into a Sonos eco system and the Connect seems like the obvious solution. I also use a optical output from my TV to feed the system audio, so by including a Connect I'll have two optical sources I have to switch between. To avoid manually having to select a source I have found a optical switch with priority on the inputs, which would make the whole process of changing between my TV and the Connect automatic. The only thing that would prevent this from working is if the Connects optical output is always active, or if it takes a long time from turning of the music until it turns of the optical output. To sum it up: Does the Connects optical output switch off automatically? If yes, how long does that take from when you stop playing music?

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Stanley_4
6 years ago
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jeannicolas99Contributor I
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Connect Amp and Airplay 2

Is it true that the Connect:Amp is not compatible with Airplay 2? I bought this device to plug in my Totem Staff speakers but can’t get any music on. I’m using iPhoneX to stream music and Airpplay won’t show the Sonos in the list of available devices.

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rhb21Contributor I
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Connecting Turntable Audio to Sonos System

Having trouble getting audio from turntable onto the other Sonos speakers via Connect. I currently have my turntable hooked up to a Marantz receiver with two bookshelf speakers. Sounds great. I also have an optical cord going OUT from Connect to the optical IN on the receiver. This allows me to hear my streaming music on my Sonos system through the bookshelf. How do I get my turntable audio on to the rest of my sonos speakers? As it stands, I have them connected into the Phono IN on the receiver, so to hear them, I must switch the input from the TV digital (which I use to hear the Sonos system via optical through the receiver and speakers) to Phono. I tried plugging the Turntable RCA directly into the COnnect IN with the hopes that the optical out would allow me to hear it through the system but no dice. Any suggestions?

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Airgetlam
6 years ago
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drip modeContributor I
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Xbox One X compatibility with Play 5

Is it possible to connect my sonos play 5 with my Xbox One X? If possible in any way, please let me know how to do so.

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6 years ago
Krymfiter
KrymfiterContributor I
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Advanced Audio “Variable”

I need some help. I have a Sonos Connect and until tonight I have always been able to adjust the EQ and volume with my IPhone. Now, the only sound I have comes through (1) Fixed or (2) Pass-Through.. with either of these 2 settings the EQ can’t be used, only through the (3) Variable setting. I select the variable setting and nothing transmits. Any suggestions? I’ve had no issues until tonight and I’m sure it’s operator error.

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Airgetlam
6 years ago
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HenrikTJContributor I
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The new Sonos Amp compatibility with turntables (pre-amp or not)

Hi! I have recently bought a turntable (Rega planar 1), which doesn't have a pre-amp built in. When using an amp (300W), the music sounds overly quiet and squeaky, but just overall cold. Certainly not getting that warm analogue quality. Through out this forum, i've seen posts saying that I should have a pre-amp if my turntable doesn't already have one built in, especially when using a Sonos Connect or Conntect:Amp. Would I still need a pre-amp if I acquire the new Sonos Amp?

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Stanley_4
6 years ago
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remco48Contributor I
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connecting to Philips 32PFL7694H/12

Hi there. Can I connect my Beam to the Philips 32PFL7694H/12?? I can't find any info about the specs of the HDMI ports

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Airgetlam
6 years ago
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KevintContributor I
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Bridge power supply

Will the power cable on the web site for the Sonos Boost also work for the Sonos Bridge???

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BBC Radio Fan
6 years ago
AjTrek1
AjTrek1
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Router vs Modem 101

Hello I've come across a lot of threads where it appears that Modem and Router are being referred to incorrectly or are being used interchangeably. Hopefully, the following information will make clear the differences and help when posing questions as to which device to reference. This information is not definitive so I invite other tech savvy members to offer their contributions. Cheers! Modem: It’s your gateway to the internet. It’s the device that connects directly to the line (coaxial cable) coming into your home provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). A variation on the incoming connection described above is Internet over Fiber Optic (IoFO). Click the link for a mini tutorial provided by Google Fiber. https://support.google.com/fiber/answer/6284535?hl=en Router: It’s the device that connects to your Modem via Ethernet cable. It distributes your internet connection to your devices_wired via Ethernet cable or wirelessly over Wi-Fi. Some devices ar

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Stanley_4
6 years ago
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thewokksyContributor I
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Connect Amp and Powered Klipsch speakers?

Will there be problems connecting a Connect Amp to powered Klipsch speakers, specifically the Klipsch R15PM?

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Legnum Nick
6 years ago
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Andrewbaron1014Avid Contributor I
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Hardwire 2x Play 5 to Turntable

Hi, I am thinking of purchasing 2x play 5s (to act as a stereo pair) with the sonos subwoofer and hardwire them to my Turntable. I know the typical way to connect this to the TT is line in on one play 5 and then connect (digitally) to the 2nd play 5 but I was looking to stay strictly analog as I want both play 5 speakers to play uncompressed audio. Is it possible to hardwire a pair of play 5s and the subwoofer to a TT? What would need to be added to this set-up to make this happen? Sidenote - if this is possible, once hardwired, would I be able to stream the uncompressed audio coming out of my 2x play 5s w/ sub throughout my household with my other sonos speakers? Really would appreciate the advice, thanks so much! Thanks, Andrew

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jgatie
6 years ago
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OsMoContributor I
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TRNTBL not always connecting back to Sonos

We are able to inially hear the record on the TRNTBL playing over the Sonos. The problem happens when trying to switch to Pandora and back to TRNTBL. When switching back to TRNTBL with a record playing TRNTBL does not reconnect to Sonos. Sonos shows I’ve selected Line In but continues to play Pandora. I have run a ping test and verified the TRNTBL is staying connected to my WiFi. Has anyone experienced this? Can anyone help me.

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LstellayContributor I
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Sonos connect and sonos connect amp launched date

Hi, May i know when the Sonos connect and Sonos connect Amp launched? Also, when the AMP will be released? Thanks.

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Chris
6 years ago
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oric72Contributor I
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Sonos CR200 - Remote control is not charging

Hi ! My Sonos remote control device suddenly after5 years was not running or charging, I bought a new battery, apparently it was charging but when I remove from the charging dock, the screen is getting black (when is charging is doing a low noise). What can it happen? Thanks

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SOCalisticRenowned Enthusiast I
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Will the new Sonos Amp work with the current Sonos Sub?

The title says it all.

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6 years ago
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pnutp0werContributor I
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Sonos Connect AMP - with receiver (NAD)

Hi! I searched on the community but the answers are not very clear to me. So I've the following case; I already owned a Sonos Connect AMP but today I bought a new receiver - NAD T 758V3. In the attachment the backside of the NAD. My question is: Is it possible to use the Connect AMP with the NAD? If yes which of the Sonos Connect AMP connections I need to use with the NAD?! 😃

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Stanley_4
6 years ago
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ggronvallContributor I
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Do I need a connect or connect amp?

New house— I have speakers built into the living room wall already. I’m just not sure if this is a receiver or not (basically do I need a Sonos connect or sonos connect amp)? Here is a picture of what’s there.

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Peter308Contributor I
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Router connection to Connect amp

I am not that computer literate so I am probably asking a couple of very dumb questions about reInstalling my Sonos kit. We are moving into a new flat and the router is located in one corner of the main living area. There is one Ethernet socket on the wall opposite. (1) If I connect my Sonos Connect: Amp to the Ethernet socket does this form the necessary connection needed for my Sonos system to work? (2) Ther are 2 Ethernet ports on the Sonos Connect: Amp so if I connect my smart HDTV to the other Ethernet port will this provide a hard wired internet connection for the TV via the Sonos Connect: Amp and / or just TV sound playback through the Sonos Connect: Amp. Thanks for helping as I am not really sure where to start!

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Stanley_4
6 years ago
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tridieterContributor I
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Sonos Connect Amp Cost - Out of Warranty

What is the cost, and where do I send a Connect AMP for out-of-warranty service/repair? I live in Singapore and can't find any repair place in Singapore

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