Sonos Controller

The question here is "How to set up a new speaker without using your phone"

The answer is, currently, it can’t be done. I’d recommend borrowing from a friend for the short time it requires to set up, once that is done, the desktop controller is all you need.

What is the reasoning for you to take this away from the PC app?? Even your install videos say this can be done.

What is the reasoning for you to take this away from the PC app?? Even your install videos say this can be done.
The videos are outdated. Moreover, you'll need an Android v 5.0 or higher or a iOS device v10 or higher to perform administrative tasks that require signing in to your Sonos account (adjusting room settings etc.)

Well, I want to know a reason....Can my whole system be returned because of false information?

Sonos System Requirements

Controller requirements

Supported OS versions

An iOS or Android device is required to set up a new Sonos system or add new products.

If you are investing $3000.00 into something, maybe try doing some research.

What is the reasoning for you to take this away from the PC app?? Even your install videos say this can be done.

If you bought it from Sonos directly, they offer a 45-day money back guarantee

I think it says in most electronic hardware manuals, that things are 'subject to change without notice'. I’m sure I read that somewhere in the Sonos Manual... The current Sonos system requirements are also clearly documented online here for all to see...

https://support.sonos.com/s/article/126

As far as reasons why...

https://en.community.sonos.com/announcements-228985/updates-to-the-desktop-controller-coming-soon-6813300

It may not give you the answer you want to hear, but Sonos typically gives their reasons for whatever change they've made in the announcement forum. And of course, you'll see everyone else's opinions on the topic as well.

After expending about $3000.00 US on my system I am told that I need a phone to set it up.. who does this to their customers ??? No phone no setting up my system.Really SONOS ??? Just got off the phone from Sonos "tech" support. Confirmed that Win App software upgrade create a status quo of that you need a smart device i.e. apple / android to manage and configure your system. Basically in brick layer terms is that the Sonos Play5 hardware and software need these devices being Android / IOS to get the system to speak to your router, and as in their business model to bi-directionally send your usage data to Sonos. That way Sonos stay in control of you because your Sonos device will not work unless you play by their rules......Mark of the beast ring a bell somewhere????