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Let's talk about Sonos Connect, Connect:AMP, Sonos AMP, and setups using Sonance architectural, or your own speakers and components.

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grwren

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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...

Andy B

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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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fnandoContributor I

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Sonos Connect + Samsung KS8000: Optical input

Hi, I'm planning on buying a Connect so I can use it with my current turntable setup. It occurred me that I can get rid of my Samsung HW-K430 (soundbar + subwoofer) if I connect my TV (Samsung KS8000) via optical input. Anything I should be aware of? Will this work or should I be looking for something else? Thanks!

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7 years ago

sesonosContributor II

posted in Components and Architectural

Daisy-chain multiple Connect Amps?

Why 2 ethernet ports ? In and Out? Any benefit to daisy-chaining multiple Connect Amps?

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7 years ago

timroswellAvid Contributor I

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SONOS hardware a dead end?

I read that SONOS is concentrating their efforts on streaming instead of hardware. So I'm wondering from a hardware standpoint, is SONOS a dead end hardware-wise? The really havent released any thing new except for the Sonos Boost, mostly been hardware/software up dates. Although SONOS works flawlessly for me, other manufactures are developing their system, typically with improved loudspeakers etc

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7 years ago

lorenzenjaContributor I

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Power supply - sonos bridge

Where can i get a new power supply for my Sonos Bridge?

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7 years ago

801CDWContributor I

posted in Components and Architectural

Boost and a hard wired system

I am new to Sonos, I have purchased the 'Boost" and 5.1 system for my main audio video area, and plan on adding a Play 3 and Play 5 to other rooms, as well as a "Connect" at my turntable. Currently I have no drywall up so running wires are easy. I know the Soundbar needs to be connected to the tv & network. My question is should I hard wire the play 1's to the network switch with the Playbar, or do a separate small switch only for the playbar, and plays 1's, and future "Connect", that hooks up directly to the Boost that is connected directly to the router? I know not all speakers need to be hardwired, I just figured since its really no effort at the moment it would not be a bad idea. BTW I am not planning on wiring the sub woofer.

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7 years ago

User766840Contributor I

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SONOS CONNECT needs a 12V trigger.

SONOS needs to make a new or additional version of their CONNECT model. Call it the CONNECT+ or something. It should contain better DA conversion, and much better AD conversion. A 12V TRIGGER IS A MUST so you can turn on an amplifier remotely and use the CONNECT+ as a simple preamp. With Denon now creating a near knock off system in regards to features (minus the separate mesh network) but with a 12V trigger, folks with more complex systems might choose their solution instead.

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7 years ago

Psy_boyContributor III

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Nvidia Shield and Sonos

Hi there. So, I have an Nvidia Shield, and 3 Play:1's (one of them is being used in the kitchen only). I really want the sound from my shield (when using Kodi etc) to go out through the Play:1's I know this is not possible without another Sonos Product. This is why Im strongly considering buying the Connect. My question for you is: Will I be able to output sound from my Nvidia Shield, when the Connect is plugged into my Smart tv?

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7 years ago

kesharerContributor I

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Head phone usage

How can I use head phones while watching TV?

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7 years ago

PPE44Avid Contributor II

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buying a used Conect

Hello, I use 2 play 1 at home et I would like to add a Connect, maybe a used one. I would like to know if there been different versions of Sonos Connect? If so, how do we recognize them and what are the risks, if any, of acquiring an old model? thank you in advance

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7 years ago

PDGContributor I

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Connecting my B&W 805 speakers to sonos system.

I'm looking to add my B&W 805 speakers to my Sonos system. Currently I have a sonos connect and a independent Rotel power amp which I used to use to power the speakers from my old non sonos system. #1) Do I need the Rotel power amp to power my BW speakers or can I go from Sonos Connect direct to my B&W speakers. Thanks..

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7 years ago

hapgolucContributor I

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sonos boost

how do u connect sonos boost to your speakers if already connected to the sonos bridge

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7 years ago

User199739Contributor I

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vinyl & sonos

I recently got a sonos soundbar and sub. I am thinking about purchasing a project turntable to play my vinyl on, i am unsure if i need to purchase the sonos connect or will my exist amp suffice.

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7 years ago

BrentologistAvid Contributor I

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Amazon Echo?

Dear Sonos, I am coming to a fork in my home automation/music evolution in my home. My question is, when will sonos be controllable via amazon echo? I am voice automating everything and I feel I may need to start going away from sonos and towards other technologies that are compatible with echo. What is the plan for sonos? when will i able able to control my sonos with my echos?

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7 years ago

broskiierContributor I

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Solo Play 1 speaker sounds like its only playing one side of stereo.

Hi, Sonos aside, what I'm trying to describe is how a song sounds when you listen to it with only 1 speaker (of a 2 speaker pair) activated and you can only hear one "half" of the song in that speaker. The leading instruments (as an example) sound muted, as they are supposed to be played out of the second speaker. This effect is happening on my solo Play 1 speaker, albeit only for certain songs. If you want to try and replicate, play "Dear Mr. Fantasy" from this album on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4DVHx9Smqa6ZZX99rU4zkI For me, the leading vocals and guitar are quite muted. Thanks in advance for your thoughts.

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7 years ago

A.S.Contributor I

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W4S Connect Modification worthwhile???

Hello. First post. Would appreciate some advice as I'm having difficulty finding anything online about this that isn't excessively technical. I'm streaming tidal via Sonos Connect, Sonlink arcam DAC, Arcam AR29 amp and KEF LS50s and Monitor Audio BXw10 sub with decent quality cables and stands etc. Would the modified Connect make an improvement in sound that would justify the expense?

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7 years ago

mchinehdContributor I

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Trouble with Connect:Amp, White and Orange Flashing

My Connect Amp is flashing white and Orange. I submitted diagnostic information; Your confirmation number is: 7106534. I disconnected speakers and tried to play music with controller, still flashing even white.orange.white.orange. Any help would be appreciated.

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7 years ago

sean33Contributor II

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New Devices/Speakers

I would really like some of the speakers and/or connect devices to have a display. I'm slowly replacing my Squeezebox components and really miss a display and local controls. I do not want to have to have my smartphone or ipad every time I want to change music. Let's get some serious kit made to be real HiFi components... I need a viable replacement for my Transporter.

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7 years ago

timroswellAvid Contributor I

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Recommendations on a Digital Optical Audio Splitter SPDIF

I have only 1 digital out on my Sony TV, I use a fiber optic cable to connect with soundbar. I've purchased a Sennheiser RS195 wireless headphone set up. It has a optical input too. Since only output on TV, I guees I need a splitter 1 inpu, 2 output I also understand with using a splitter either my sound bar must be off or RS195 off. Any way around that? Any recommendations?

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7 years ago

timroswellAvid Contributor I

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Why are there 2 ethernet connections on the soundbar? Not that I use them.

Why are there 2 ethernet connections on the soundbar. I don't use either one, but I could I do have a network connection I could use, any advantage of using that over wireless?

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7 years ago

lou1147Contributor I

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Connect: AMP and using a switch to do indoor and/or outdoor speakers - OHMS question!

Hi, We are in the process of buying a house that has one set of speakers with control pad (called Systemline E50). We cannot add to the system so my plan is to take the pad out and use Sonos instead (but still use the speakers that come with the system in the ceiling. I would want to use a sonos to control what is played through these speakers (but I want to add some outdoor speakers). I believe I will have to find the speaker wire and plug it into a Connect: AMP. We apparently have wiring outside to connect outdoor speakers. My plan is to use the Connect: AMP for both of them and get a switch such as QED SS30. I want to play either the same music in the living room and outside but also have the option of playing them separately. i.e. A & B, A or B. My Question: I want to know that if I buy the following if they will work together and achieve what I'm looking for. The speakers I have in the living room ceiling say this on the spec: (there are 2 speakers in the cei

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7 years ago

suedelyContributor I

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Can I mount a connect (not connect:amp) upside down?

I'm limited on space and for a cable management, I need to mount the Connect upside down in my desk. Any concerns? I'll be using the 10 lbs, super heavy duty velcro. Does the connect get hot at all? I'll be hard-wiring it.

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7 years ago

george1978Contributor I

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Multizone SONOS system with buit-ins inclusive of a TV surround zone

I am looking to wire up a house and use built in speakers to create 6 zones (inside & outside), inclusive of a TV surround set up that I would like to have available as a separate SONOS zone when not watching TV. I am assuming CONNECT:AMPs for zones to connect to built in speakers, CONNECT for my existing traditional set-up with amp/preamp/speakers, and I don't know how to create a full surround TV zone that uses only built in speakers? Any ideas? We're starting the wiring two days from now... Thank you!

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7 years ago

fullerscopesEnthusiast I

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ZP90 v Connect

It seems my ZP90 has died (no light and no heat) and I have been told that the Connect is the the very same spec. Anyone know if the gubbins inside are the same or have some of the components been updated? Thanks.

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7 years ago