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KlintsoeContributor I
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Sonos Port used with B&O active speakers and 10m cabel -> speakers makes buzz when port in standby mode

HiI have just replaced my Connect (v1) with at Port…I have a setup with port in one end and 2 B&O active speaker in the other using the Line-entence.I have a 10m cabel in between (and this is the issue)When the POrt is not active, the speakers make a constant buzz and never power down.There are a constant noice from the speaker…If I replace the 10m cabel, with a 0,5m cabel  → no problems… My Clever friends talks about, the 10 cabal acts as an antenna, when not in use and thisis the reason for the constant buzz…When I used the Old Connect, it was not a problem.What Can I do??  

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Trudy OContributor I
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Connecting Connet:amp

I have a sonos arc connected with hdmi arc to my tv. If I get a connect amp and use it with my (non Sonos) ceiling speakers connected through an optical cable to my tv will it work?

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cowboy.stuContributor I
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Decisions

What would be the better spend? With a beam, 2 one sl speakers or mini sub? We are more speech oriented than big movie sounds. Stu

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Katharine HepburnContributor I
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Turntable questions

Is there  anybody out there that can explain to me the  point to buying a Sonos TT Project Debut carbon for $749 when I can buy the Fluance RT85 Reference High Fidelity Vinyl Turntable with the same blue cart and the built in preamp for $599.Also I have been looking at the Victrola carbon stream for $799 which has the selling point that it is wireless and not in need of an RCA jack. Since I plan to use the TT/ Play5 in the same room what advantage am I going to get out of the Victrola.Thanks  

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Airgetlam
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AMG1978Contributor I
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Two TV's outdoors, same output, speakers and maybe Sonos?

I want to install two TV’s outdoors that are very close to each other (less than 10’ and facing different directions).  I would ideally like the idea of having both TV’s play the same video and audio signal (with no human detectable delay) but potentially play separate signals.  I thought I would deploy it like this:*HDMI Splitter: Input=FireStick1.  Output1=TV1 HDMI1, Output2=TV2 HDMI1** So far just looking at a 4K powered splitter on Monoprice.com that has good reviews.  Not sure if this brand/model is critical as long as it does proper say 4K@60hz or whatever the requirement is?*TV1*HDMI1 input=Output1 from HDMI splitter described below*TV2*HDMI1 input=Output from HDMI splitter near TV1HDMI2 input=FireStick2This configuration allows me to set both TV’s to HDMI1 and use the remote for FireStick1 to see and hear the same audio.  If I want to have the TV’s broadcast different signals (perhaps one with audio muted), I can simply switch them both to HDMI2 and use two separate FireStick r

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manu1361Contributor I
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Connecting Beam gen2 to BenQ projector via ARC

Hello there, need a little help finishing my setup.My setup includes:Sonos Beam gen2BenQ tk700sti eARC supported 4K projector I read a few articles online and follow the troubleshooting steps but nothing help.Running out of idea and would need some help. I went as simple as I could and ran an HDMI cable from the HDMI 2 slot of the projector to the Beam but the speaker won’t detect it for some reason ?

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Airgetlam
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GerryOBContributor I
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Connect B&O Beomaster 7000 to SONOS

Hello:I have a Beomaster 7000 with a phono, CD and tape. I purchased a 7 pin DIN with two RCA jacks to connect to my SONOS connect.I want to play the system to the line in on the SONOS. It will not play from any of the 7 pin connections. I got it to play from the headphone jack so I know the SONOS line in is working.  There was another post that said to use the tape connection  I tried both tape 1 and 2 with no success.The line in/out jack doesn’t work either. Possibly because I have only line out, not back in. It appears it may need both to make the loop?Any help would be appreciated.    

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ZBTContributor I
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Help on what to get question…

Hello everyone!I am planning to buy a Sonos system but I have a lots of doubts about what to get, hope you can help me.The system is for a house bar, we play everything trough the TV (Youtube, spotify, netflix, sport games in the TV, etc) we do not watch movies, just music videos in youtube or just music from spotify, the sustem will be for music; so I am planning to use an ARC with the sub for it, also I want to add two ones but no to use them as sorrounds, my question is: This set up would work good for music? It would be loud and clear? What if I change the ones with two fives, this would sound good with the arc? Is this set up Im planning to get a good idea or it would be better to use an amp with regular speakers? Hope you could help me, thanks in advance!  PS: One of the reasons I am thinking to get sonos is that I also want to have the option to add more speakers in another space of the house where I could play the same music of the bar at the same time.Remember, the main or onl

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GuitarestContributor I
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Amp Backorder, is it actually shipping?

I ordered a Sonos amp 12/24. Ship date was supposed to be 1/14 but now they are saying it’s delayed and don’t know when it will ship. My question is has anyone actually been receiving their orders at all or does the ship date just keep getting pushed back for everyone?  I’ve noticed these expected ship dates being displayed for the last 6 months. Has anyone actually received one?  

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AtierneyContributor I
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HeadPhones

What type of Bluetooth headphones are compatible with Sonos? We have 2 Plays, 1 Roam, and 1 Port.

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baillierossContributor I
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best mount for Beam G2 under a v.slim Samsung TV

Hey all. I have just put a slim Samsung 43’ in the playroom and am going to place my Beam underneath it. Question is; which mount would you recommend for invisible cabling (my electrician would bury the cabling behind the wall)? I am between the Sonos mount, the Flexson and the Sanus… my main question is which would match this TV?  The TV is the AU9000 model Thanks in advance for reading and hopefully responding 

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birdman522Contributor I
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Will adding Ones gen 2 be preferred to Ones gen 1 as surrounds to a Beam gen2 ?

per the title, I can relocate 2 One gen 2s from another room and swap those with the One gen1s currently serving as surrounds to a Beam Gen 2. Is there any benefit? I am wondering if the gen2 Ones may have some features that will slightly improve the sound of the Beam gen 2 and current Ones.

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leobel00Contributor I
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Sonos plays on my AV system and vice versa

I would like to have music play on my AV system (I have a denon AV-X4400H) when I start it on my sonos system via the app or voice commands and I would also like the Sonos system to play the music when I have music started from my AV system. Is this possible?    Also, can the HDMI on your sonos connect be used as INPUT to an amplifier?

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eddieckfContributor I
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Trueplay tuning link

I have the Playbar, sub and a pair of SL Ones in the hall and in my room the Arc and a pair of SL Ones. Sometime back I had a problem with the sound in my room and i was asked by Sonos Beta whether I had done the Trueplay of not and I answered no because I do not have anyone here with iPhones. I do have the 5th generation iPad Air but it is not supported as yet. Then I was sent the trueplay link where I had to activate the mic in my iPad before following the instructions. There was remarkable improvement to the sound in the hall as well as my room. Now I intend to add a sub to my room and so I requested the Trueplay link from Sonos BUT they are unable to help me. They suggested I should try the Beta Community for help. Can anyone be kind enough to send me the Trueplay link before I get the sub. Thank you.

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Mike208Contributor I
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How to set up sonos audio for “occassional” TV/Projector usage on an outdoor patio

Hello.  I’ve been googling and searching these forums, but not still quite sure the most ideal solution for my situation (There may not be one).  We’re installing a new patio and the landscaper offered to trench and lay the speaker wire for my outdoor speaker setup.  I’m looking at the Sonance MAG Series 6.1 that comes with the Sonos Amp.  I’d house the amp in my basement and run the speaker wire outside.  I was thinking while I’m able to run wires/cables underground it would be great if I could set something up if we ever wanted to bring a TV or projector out using the sonance speakers for the audio.  I’ve seen options for HDMI extenders through Ethernet or maybe even just HDMI.  My problem is we won’t have a tv or projector out there all the time so any cable/devices I run would just be sitting out in plain site in the elements when not in use.  Any thoughts on what I could do to use the Sonos system outside for occasional TV/projection viewing?  I am by no means an expert in any of

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Gl17Contributor I
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RIP Sonos

 Was considering  to upgrade  my  system with a new  arc and  gen3  subwoofer. Decided to replace  my  Samsung android phone  with an  Apple  iphone to use Trueplay.  However after purchasing  a SE 2022 found that this is as yet not supported by Sonos.  After e-mailing and a phone call to sonos support was informed they do not release dates for upgradesbut  will be  coming  soon and to use a friends iphone for trueplay!! These  phones were released March this year. Maybe in another year or two Sonos will support this model.Now bought a Sony HT-A9, which supports all formats and uses a remote for callibration. The sound is  amazing  for both TV\ radio.  So muchso  just bought the new sony  A90K  TV.Will now never buy another sonos product. Current system is relegated to the  pare room with my old  smaller  tv.Rest in Peace sonos Long live Sony products.

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RLB JrContributor I
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Connecting a Turntable to a Sonos Arc soundbar

I understand that using a Sonos Connect to play my turntable to the Sonos Arc is a cheaper than using the Port.  But, will I need a pre-amp to use the Connect or the Port.  My turntable is an older Sherwood turntable.

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alextoh76Contributor I
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Sonos sub mini shipping dimensions/weight with packaging

Hello. Could anyone in the know kindly advise what the Sonos sub mini box dimensions are and what the shipping weight (with packaging) of the set is please? I'm trying to assess shipping costs/options. TQ.

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Sotiris C.
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RiksaContributor I
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Ethernet wiring and wifi simultaneously?

Hi! I’m trying to add a Connect Amp as surround speakers for Playbase. The problem is that my router is upstairs, i.e. nowhere near these devices. My question is can I wire the Playbase and Connect Amp via Ethernet cables to router 1 that sits downstairs but isn’t connected to the internet AND have the devices use router number 2 upstairs for wifi and Internet access? As far as I know, using the Connect Amp for surround speakers wouldn’t need internet access via the Ethernet cable, just the signal from the TV via TOSLINK. But then I could play music off the Internet via wifi when needed. Is this possible or a pipe dream? =D  

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attacama40Headliner I
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Sonos Amp not connecting - wired or wireless - maybe a reset required?

Evening all, was gifted a fairly new (but technically 2nd user) Amp a week or two back but what I thought would be the normal straightforward set up is proving be anything but.Device powers up, is connected on an RG45 to an older Amp Connect port.The app sometimes finds it but never completes the connection and comes back with an ! and ‘power down and try again’It does not always make a connection, it seems inconsistent. If you swap the RJ45 connection during the device search, it will flash up that ‘Sonos Amp’ found but does not complete the connection.On one ocassion, the app made a statement to the effect that there was network problem and was trying to connect direct from the mobile. That did not complete either.It is possible of course (not being out of the box new) that there is a hard fault or that a previous config is hampering progress.I wondered if there was a hard reset procedure that might clear any config question marks. or if there is a different testing procedure that mi

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naomi143Contributor I
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Sonos Arc with 20 foot ceilings

So I first apologize because I know this topic has been asked repeatedly, but this time it’s a little different…… Is it possible to get Atmos quality sound if the speakers were positioned closer to the ceiling?  In my living room we have 20 foot ceilings (not vaulted), but we also have a ledge that goes up about 12 feet.  I wasn’t sure if being higher would help reduce the distance for the up-firing speakers?  Thoughts?  Or does anyone have suggestions for another sound system at that would be a better fit for my room type?  Oh we also have a Sony TV with the acoustic surface so the sound projects directly from the screen. Not sure if that would help with choosing a sound system. 

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REDMOSQUITO75Contributor I
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New Set up

Hi,Reasonably new to this, so please be patient. 😎I have just upgraded from a Playbar to the Arc, which obviously leaves me with what to do with the Playbar.Where the Arc now is I currently have 2 Play 3’s used as surround sound.However, in the room I am thinking of moving the Playbar to I have two ones.My question is am I better moving the Ones to match up with the Arc so that all the latest items are together, for best sound, or am I best leaving the 3’s where they are as I presume they are more powerful?the next question would then be if I set up the Playbar with the Ones, would that stop them from being able to play in Ulta HD on Amazon music, as the Playbar isn’t up to it?Hope this makes sense

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bbriersContributor I
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Sonos advice for newbie

Hi all ,Im looking to purchase my first ever sonos product .im looking for a great speaker to listen music at home. As a family we always have the music on and I think a sonos setup would be great. I was thinking about the sonos one speaker ? I’m weighing up whether getting the latest generation or two older generation sonos ones? any advice greatly appreciated 

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Airgetlam
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KurtCanadaContributor I
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Looking for input regarding my height audio settings and how to truetune the most efficiently.

Hey, I’m just looking for advice on height audio settings for my room. My ceiling is probably 8-9 feet from the ground and I am seated 8 feet or so from my Sonos ARC. My ARC is 2-2.5 feet from the ground also. Also any advice on how to true tune properly would be appreciated. I watched the video on the app of the lady moving her phone around and videos I’ve found on YouTube vary slightly from how the sonos setup video depicts. Thanks everyone for you’re input in advance.

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Airgetlam
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ruicruzeiroContributor I
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SONOS SYSTEM

 Hello.I need to connect the arc soundbar, the Sub (Gen 3) and 6 Sonos Architectural by Sonance speakers and TV. How many AMPs do I need?Thank you

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