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nputtick
Trending Lyricist I
Jul 30, 2015 9:37 AM UTC

Recommend a CR200 replacement please

I have 2 x CR200s and find them wonderfully easy to use, and so convenient as they just sit in their cradles. I have of course had a replacement unit due to touchscreen failure, and now the second one has developed a dead spot. Sonos will replace this for £70 which isn't too bad, but with the removal of so many functions in 5.4 (particularly EQ - what were they thinking?) I'm wondering about a different solution. I know you can dedicate an Android phone or small tablet to Sonos and even apparently connect it to Sonosnet rather than wifi. But what I really like is the ability to leave the controller in a charging cradle, and with the interface already open, so it's always ready to use. In other words, not having to leave it connected to a cable, and not having to open an app before you can use it. So here's my question, can anyone recommend a device that will work this way?
1. It needs a cradle/charging dock, not a cable.
2. Preferably small - a phone or tablet no bigger than 7" screen
3. How do I connect to Sonosnet rather than wifi?
4. How do I make it work immediately by having the Sonos app open and ready to use as soon as the device is picked up?

I suspect a lot of people with CR200s would like the same answers!

Thanks, Nigel
Connect, Connect Amp, Play 5, 2x CR200s and a mixture of legacy high end audio going back to the 70s!
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    dave77
    dave77
    Headliner I
    Nov 20, 2017 5:30 PM UTC


    Yes they have Playstore. Basically straight Android. I haven't done any fancy booting, etc since I use it for a few apps (Sonos, Lutron, Leviton) But since it is basic android, I am sure you can. I have installed Macronis on it also.

    Thanks! I see there's also a P version which has Android 6.
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    jmw_sono
    Chromatic Producer I
    Nov 20, 2017 6:29 PM UTC


    Yes they have Playstore. Basically straight Android. I haven't done any fancy booting, etc since I use it for a few apps (Sonos, Lutron, Leviton) But since it is basic android, I am sure you can. I have installed Macronis on it also.

    Thanks! I see there's also a P version which has Android 6.

    Yes, the P version also has 16Gb ram as to the 8Gb on the M Version. I could never find many available P Versions.
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    FFoxSake
    Avid Contributor I
    Nov 27, 2017 5:24 PM UTC
    I have been using a
    Vizio XR6M10 Smartcast Tablet Remote - 6-inch LCD Display - 8 GB - Android 5.1
    .

    Looks ideal, shame it not available in the UK without some heavy shipping/import costs!
    Thanks for sharing though.
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    dave77
    dave77
    Headliner I
    Feb 6, 2018 9:18 PM UTC
    I have been using a
    Vizio XR6M10 Smartcast Tablet Remote - 6-inch LCD Display - 8 GB - Android 5.1



    Took the plunge and managed to get a Vizio XR6P10 new for £65 from Canada to UK, might be a bit more if I have to pay import duty. Hopefully it will replace my CR200 which will no doubt be unsupported in the near future.
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    dave77
    dave77
    Headliner I
    Mar 18, 2018 11:23 AM UTC
    I have been using a
    Vizio XR6M10 Smartcast Tablet Remote - 6-inch LCD Display - 8 GB - Android 5.1


    Hi, did the XR6M10 get the Android 6.0 update?

    I've just got my XR6P10 delivered and it's brilliant! I want another but can only find XR6M10's for a reasonable price. I'm not bothered about the extra storage space but I would prefer Android 6.0 for longevity of Sonos updates.
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    TJRL
    Renowned Enthusiast II
    Mar 18, 2018 2:34 PM UTC
    ... the CR100 with its hard buttons is still the best way to control a Sonos system.

    Indeed!!
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    7x CR100, 2x CR200, 5x SP100, 1x ZP80, 7x ZP100, 1x iPod Dock, 1x Boost, 4x Play 1, 3x Play 3, 2x Play 5, 1x PlayBar & 1x Sub.
      jmw_sono
      Chromatic Producer I
      Mar 19, 2018 7:27 PM UTC
      I have been using a
      Vizio XR6M10 Smartcast Tablet Remote - 6-inch LCD Display - 8 GB - Android 5.1


      Hi, did the XR6M10 get the Android 6.0 update?

      I've just got my XR6P10 delivered and it's brilliant! I want another but can only find XR6M10's for a reasonable price. I'm not bothered about the extra storage space but I would prefer Android 6.0 for longevity of Sonos updates.

      Not sure, I am traveling for business but will be headed home tomorrow and will check.

      I've got 4 of them scattered about the house.
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      Playbar(2) Sub(1) Play:5(2) Play:3(6) Play:1(5) Connect:AMP(3) Sonos:AMP(5) Move(1)
      dave77
      dave77
      Headliner I
      Apr 10, 2018 10:21 AM UTC


      Not sure, I am traveling for business but will be headed home tomorrow and will check.

      I've got 4 of them scattered about the house.

      Hi, did you manage to check the Android version?
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      dave77
      dave77
      Headliner I
      Apr 26, 2018 2:24 PM UTC
      Old vs new

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