Components & Architectural

I purchased a Sonos system from a local home theater company. Everything works fine, but when I was cleaning I noticed that the model information on the Connect:Amp and Sub are in Chinese or Japanese script. There is no information in English. I suspect the same is true of the SoundBar, but I didn't pull it down to check. The connection information (speakers, ethernet switch, analog audio) is in English. Anyone seen this before? Are these gray market/counterfeit? I was charged full US retail. I have reached out to Sonos for their position on this matter. Any input or common experience with this issue would be appreciated.

A technical question: Is the flat ethernet cable supplied with Sonos equipment "twisted pair" like traditional (round) ethernet cable?

I am looking for reviews / feedback from those of you who have or are using the Polk Atrium sub 10 / sat 30 set with the connect amp. I realize the connect amp was not intended to be used with passive subs but for this set-up does it produce sufficient power? I am only looking to use 2 sat 30s for this set-up. Crossover is handled at the speaker level so shouldn't be a problem not using the sub out line from the connect amp? ***sorry I just realized I put this in the wrong sub-forum. Should be in components. newbie...***

Us audiophiles would love some outdoor Sonos speakers. I have asked Sonos before to develop them. I'd buy them straightaway. Are they being developed? If so,when will they be available? Does anyone know?

On my new Huawei G8 phone, I can't control my Sonos on the lock screen. With my former smartphone (LG), that wasn't a problem. I believe all my settings are correct. - I installed the Sonos app on my device (duh!) and gave the app the permission to access my storage and my location. - I enabled 'show notifications' and 'show lock screen controls'. - In my phone settings, I allowed the Sonos app to write system settings and to ignore battery optimalisation - In the Android notifications center, I allowed the Sonos app to be shown on the lock screen. [I hope I translated the options correct - my Android is in Dutch) But still, I don't get to see the controls on my lock screen as I was used to with my LG-phone. Although, when I'm using the standard Huawei music player, I do get controls on my lock screen. Does anybody know, what to do? Except for buying another phone? :?

sub and zones

I currently have a Sonos 5.1 system setup — Playbar, Sub, play:1. I'm considering purchasing a Connect to stream from a vintage amp to the existing setup. Is this possible without breaking the 5.1 functionality? I know this seems like an obvious question, just don't want invest and find the answer the hard way. Thanks.

So it's Boxing day, and I've just received a lovely big SONOS Play:1 speaker for Christmas. I set the speakers up and try to find them on my system. Nothing. I do some research, trying to figure out why I can only play through SONOS app and verified programmes approved through the SONOS app. Why something which clearly cost more than a few pretty pennies is essentially useless for anything other than playing music. No live sound, no video sync, nothing but music through SONOS. So the decrepit old speakers I have had since 2000 are essentially doing a better job than the basic model of SONOS. Not only this but my cheap shower bluetooth speaker I bought for my boyfriend (£5.99) can do what this supposedly amazing modern and high quality technology cannot. Which is play ANY sound off of my computer or phone that I want it to. How is this a complicated concept and why, after literally years and years of community comments and wailings and clearly strong customer dissatisfaction hav

It was powered off for a while and when I re-applied power I just get a continuously flashing white light. I have tried a factory reset and just then get a continuously flashing orange/amber light. Removing and reapplying power reverts back to the continuously flashing white light! I can not see the device with my Sonos Controller.

Hi, I wanted to know if you can connect to a Connect player with multiple devices? I currently have one of my Connects connected to an amp/speaker system through the coaxial connection, but could I also connect it to another speaker system using the analog plugs?

Hello, I'm putting a pair of speakers in the ceiling in our new house in the living room to jam Sonos. The Connect Amp will be in my AV closet a couple rooms away. We will have a TV on the wall in the living room. Can I just connect the left and right RCA jacks on the back of my TV with an extender cable to the left and right RCA jacks on the Connect Amp pictured below? If so how would I tell Sonos to use the TV as a source to send sound to the in ceiling speakers and control the volume with the TV remote? We will have an iPad mounted on the wall to control the Sonos music.

I have one Connect:Amp and two Play:1. The home theater is wired into the Connect:Amp through RCA line-in. The outdoor speakers are wired out through the speaker connections. The Connect:Amp and the outdoor speakers will play all music sources except line-in. The Play:1 speakers with play all music sources including Connect:amp line-in. Obviously line-in works, because I can get sound from it through the Play:1 speakers. Why can't I get the Connect:Amp speakers to play the Connect:Amp line-in. They play other sources.

I moved a Sonos 1 speaker from one room to another. How do I rename that moved speaker on the iPhone app?

Are there headphones that work with the sonos

Hi all As the name suggests when my play3 connects to my Wifi Range extender, I get an error message saying sonos doesn't work with Wifi extenders. Does anyone know the rationale behind this? Also, what are my options in terms of trying to get a speaker to work in the dead spots of my apartment in lieu of an extender? Thanks in advance Paul

I have a connect amp which has dropped off my network. I attempted to reboot this a few times and although hardwired to my network it does not reappear in the list of players, nor does it appear to obtain an ip address from the router. After a few attempts at simple reboots by switching off, disconnecting power for 30 seconds and then turning it back on, I decided to try a hard reset. When I hold down the mute button and reapply power, the unit flashes white/orange about five times and then returns to solid white. It does not appear to perform the full reset or go to flashing green at any point. Ive tried doing a factory rest both with and without speakers connected, and with/without LAN cable connected. Am I looking at having to replace this amp? Any help much appreciated.

I know there is a lot on here about Echo Dot/Sonos intergration but how will that work with a Play 1 when there is no line in or bluetooth? I have Play 1 in several rooms and an Echo Dot and would love to be able to do this. Echo is SO useful that I am thinking of getting rid of the Play 1 speakers and getting bluetooth enabled alternatives. Can't afford the Play 5 by the way!!

I have a shure wireless microphone. I want to play it through a wireless speaker. I do not have any amp yet or other peripherals. Can I and what do I need to be able to play a microphone through your speakers? Thanks. Also, what is the size of room spec for the 2 larger speakers? 15 by 20? etc. If you buy one of the largest ones, how big of a room could it cover? My family room is 20 by 30? Do I need 2 speakers? or more? thanks.

I'm considering getting a Sonos setup, but already have some nice wired speakers I want to keep in one of the rooms. My questions is, can I connect these to the Connect:Amp along with some Play 1 speakers and have them all play together? I'm worried there could be some delay between the wired speakers and the wireless speakers.

Hi, this topic and question has been asked before and is a wanted request for the users or potential users of a Sonos connect. We want to have the possibility to trigger an external amplifier connected to the Sonos connect from standby to ON as well as back to standby then not playingi music so we dont have to run the amp 24/7. Is this function now in the plans for future development and to be released in the near future? Software solution or new hardware (new connect). A new hardware with a 12v trigger seem to be a simple 2015 upgrade? 🙂

I have a ZP90 bought in 2009.The main reason (initially) was it gave bit perfect sound and I found it is easily better than CD provided you rip with EAC. I now want a second one. However, looking on here for the first time in a while it seems the Connect isn't bit perfect. Seems strange, but it appears my old ZP90 is better than the current Connect. My question is this: If I buy a second hand ZP90 is it guaranteed to be bit perfect?

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!

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

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

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?