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Where should I place Sonos Era 300?

I got Sonos Arc and Sub under my TV, but I lack a rear/surround sound. So I consider buying Sonos Era 300. What do you think is the best pla...
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Home Theater and Television Recommendation Megathread

Looking for information on Sonos home theater setups? Find answers about surround sound, Dolby Digital, TV recommendations, and all the rest...
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h3mAvid Contributor I
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Is there an equivalent to the HD Fury Arcana that usng as expensive?

Apologies . I can’t edit the typos  I just received my Arc and sub and was wondering if there is a much less expensive alternate to a HD Fury arcana?  Thanks 

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TobbeWilsonAvid Contributor I
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To prevent wireless disturbance

Hi experts!I was in touch with the support yesterday regarding that my Sonos One suddenly disappeared from and could not play. After sending in diagnostics, it was confirmed that i have a lot of wireless disturbance where the speaker is located, although there’s absolutely nothing else using wireless close to it. Well, never mind, to prevent this is i was asked to change the wireless channel that Sonos uses to something else, that is not used by the router. My problem is that my router is set to auto, so what’s your recommendation here?It feels like going in and change those channels in the router can actually make it worse... 

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KurantContributor I
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What TV's DO work?

Just recently moved into our house that has just gotten finished being built. I have a decent sized media/computer room I bought a Sonos Arc/Sub/One surrounds for. What am I looking at TV wise? I was looking at a Q95. When I went in to Best Buy today to purchase a TV the guy told me there are some issues with Samsung TV’s eARC and getting the Sonos to use Atmos, he advised me to come to the Sonos community page and ask before I purchased. Solid advice from the Best Buy dude. =)Thanks in advance!

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controlav
3 years ago
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Boisy1Contributor I
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ikea sonos

Will the Ikea speakers work as rear surrounds with my play bar and sub

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Mark P
3 years ago
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SheriAnneContributor I
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Old Sharp Aquos LC-60LE600U with Sonos Playbar

We upgraded our old Sonos Playbars recently for Arc’s and decided to make use of the old Playbar in our bedroom.  However, I am having issues getting it to work nicely with my TV.  We have a Sharp Aquos LC-60LE600U. I have TV through AppleTv box connected through an HDMI cable.  The playbar only option is an optical cable.  The sound will not come through the speakers on the Playbar.  I called Sharp support and basically was told that since I have an HDMI cable connected the Optical will not work. Any workarounds?  

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3 years ago
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evmatContributor I
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Sonos Arc + LG CX OLED volume indicator

Can anybody confirm whether or not the Sonos Arc includes an onscreen volume level indicator when used with an LG CX OLED? I currently have a BEAM that when paired with both and older LG OLED or an older Panasonic will only indicate “volume up” or “volume down” but not give me the volume levels. It is a petty thing but very annoying to me. 

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Zanellato Fabio
3 years ago
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AptosSonosAvid Contributor I
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Why can't I see the audio my Sonos Arc is receiving in the S2 controller app?

My Sonos surround system (Arc+One speakers+sub) is at present receiving its audio from a 2011 55-inch Samsung TV’s HDMI (ARC) port. The app does not show the audio format on the TV’s “room screen.” When I go to “About my system/Sonos System info/Sonos Arc: Family Room,” the “Audio in:” always shows “stereo,” even when it sounds like I’m hearing surround sound. So, to my questions: why doesn’t the app’s room screen tell me anything about what audio signal the Arc’s receiving; and why does the “Audio in:” come up as “stereo” when the system sounds to me like it’s putting out 5.1 surround sound? Is the latter possible because (1) my 9-year-old Samsung’s HDMI ARC doesn’t support 5.1 surround and (2) the Arc and the surrounds are going a passable job of simulating it? (The Samsung’s optical audio output only supports PCM.) My issues with the app are are short term--I hope--because in a little over two weeks my Arc will be receiving its audio from a 2020 Sony X950H TV with an HDMI eARC port

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Krishma M
3 years ago
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JjmcgContributor I
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Best soundbar for voice/dialogue.

The Arc and Beam are two contenders for purchase.  But which one will provide the best clarity of dialogue in movies and programs viewed on the Sony OLED tv?     There is a lot of ‘production’ in cinema today and much of it masks dialogue.  I welcome your opinion

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Simon B
3 years ago
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ndis1977Contributor I
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Sonos Arc and 2 sonos subs (gen3) is it possible ??

Hello, I am interested in building a sonos based home cinema system consisting of arc, a pair of ones and a pair of subs (gen3) is it possible ?Thanks in advancedNick

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Paul A
3 years ago
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rareair04Contributor I
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Sonos Beam and Sonos One

Hi everyone, First post and a new Sonos owner.  I have a new Sonos Beam positioned above the television as per the image. And I have just purchased a further two Sonos One (2nd Gen) speakers. I would like to know how best to position these for the best experience. I am thinking of placing them either side of the sofa as per the pic, is this the best solution and would I benefit more if I had one above the sofa in the left hand corner, and have the other one in the further corner on the same side of the room? I am a newbie so thought of reaching out to those who are well versed with the Sonos systems. Thanks all  

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Airgetlam
3 years ago
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hchang22Contributor I
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Sonos Arc - Best Buy backorder

Has anyone ordered the Arc from Best Buy? I ordered mine on August 13, and still no info on when this will be delivered. Best Buy customer service unable to get any info.

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3 years ago
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Bluesriff7Contributor II
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Sonos Arc

I have just replaced my playbar with a Sonos arc, so I could play my music from my I pad. But I find that the bass is lacking using the arc.I could add a sub but my room is only 5.4mx3.4m. In size.is it possible to turn the sound down on the sub without effectingthe arc sound level.I find the arc better for tv sound than the playbase.sound was out of sync with the playbase when using a sky q box,  

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3 years ago
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KeithHarcoContributor I
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Setting up Sonos Beam, One and Boost with BT Whole Home Mini

Hi, I’m brand new to Sonos having just bought a Beam, a One and a Boost today. I’m intending to set them up tomorrow and after poring through numerous threads in the community I’ve become a bit confused. The house I’m setting them up in has Plusnet 4 mbps broadband with faster broadband not being available in that location. In the room with the router and TV it is adequate for everything I do but elsewhere it is often flaky. I’ve just bought a BT Whole Home mini system to hopefully solve that which I’m also intending to set up tomorrow. The TV is old and has HDMI and optical outputs but not HDMI Arc. What I’m not sure about is how the BT system and the Sonos Boost will co-exist and how to best set them up. I’d been intending to connect the Beam to the TV with the optical adaptor and to the router with ethernet (because I’d read that a wired system is better with poor wifi). I assumed the Boost will also connect to the router with ethernet and similarly the BT Whole Home. Having read ma

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3 years ago
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mike.garnhamContributor I
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Sonos 1 stopped working

Hello. I have two Sonos One - kitchen and study. They have both stopped being recognised by both mobile (iPhone), and laptop (MacBook Pro), apps. Currently they are redundant yet only 16 months old. No reply from Sonos customer care nor the CEO link on the help pages. All other items (Beam; 5 and Play 1’s in living room), working OK. I’d appreciate your thoughts.

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3 years ago
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TruckTruckContributor I
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Pairing 4 One SLs for TV Surround

I have a Beam along with a 3rd Gen Sub and one pair of One SL speakers all set-up for TV/Theater audio.  Sounded so great I just bought another pair of One SL speakers as I wanted more coverage in the room. So I now have 4 One SL speakers but cannot get them configured so they all play together for home theater and TV (I don’t use them for music).  I’ve fumbled around with the App for an hour now and see conflicting info on here as well. Is it possible to create a true 5.1 surround system with 4 One SL speakers, a Beam, and a 3rd Gen Sub?  Or did I just waste money on second pair of One SLs that I can’t add to my existing set-up?Thanks!

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3 years ago
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LLL1424Contributor II
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Sonos Arc/ Sony A9G Arc Idle Black Screen

When I’m watching cable TV, the television goes into idle with a black screen and Bravia logo on the right bottom corner of the television. What is the work around for this ? I’ve tried everything. Seems like I’m not alone as other Sony users have seen this issue. Thanks !  

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tony.mjContributor I
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SONY A9G

I am thinking if buying a SONY A9G TV.  Presently I have Bravo  55X85OC TV with SONOS playbar connected via HDMI. I have a hearing loss which requires me to use a SONY RF connected via optical cable.   With this set up I am able to hear the the TV broadcast through the headset and my wife can hear the broadcast through the playbar simultaneously. Would I be able to do the same with an A9G TV? I know this is a SONY question but I have been having difficulty contacting SONY.

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Annazel S
3 years ago
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ana75Contributor I
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Sonos Arc and Sub - low bass

I brought home a sonos arc over the weekend. Hooked it up Saturday to a gen 2 sub and two One SL’s for surround. Everything was ok Saturday night. But, Sunday, it seems my sub has lost its bass significantly when playing music.  I usually keep my sub at 0. But, now I’m having to up that up a little. Anyone else having/had this problem? Thanks. 

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Simon B
3 years ago
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dscheilContributor I
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Beam audio cuts out periodically - Vizio V655-G9 TV

We’ve had the Beam / Vizio combination for several months without issue.  Two weeks ago we began noticing audio cut-out every few minutes for a few seconds.Issue does not appear when we use music streaming services through the Beam, only the TV.TV Audio works fine through the TV built-in speakers.The Beam is connected to the TV via HDMI ARC.  I replaced the HDMI cable twice - no change.TV Audio settings:  {Internal} Speakers:  OFF    Volume Leveling:  OFF  Digital Audio Out:  PCM  Analog Audio Out:  FIXEDTV System settings:  Confirmed latest firmware  CEC:  ENABLED  Have done the usual turn on / turn off and unplug / plug in thing multiple times.No joy.  It seems that others here have suffered from the same issue.Help!  

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Simon B
3 years ago
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mwidnessContributor I
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Using TV Ears with Playbar

Has anyone figured out a way to use TV Ears (or something similar) with a playbar?

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adam.hContributor I
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Mounting a Sonos Arc to a Full Motion Wall Mount

I would like to mount my new Sonos Arc bar below my LG65Nano90 TV and I would like to know if anyone has experience mounting it to a Sanus Advanced Full Motion Wall Mount?  I would like the sound bar to move with the TV.  I am designing a specialized bracket to hold the Arc to the Sanus but I have one concern and that is will it impact the sound?  I see the Arc either mounted to a wall or sitting on a mantle or cabinet.  Is that simply because there is no commercial product or is it for performance?

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brickford5Contributor I
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Best surround connection option for Sonos Arc

I have the arc with a sub and 2 sonos one’s. I use an apple 4K tv and the Optoma UHD60 projector.  The UHD60 has an S/PDIF (optical) audio out port that offers Two Channel PCM (Pulse-Code Modulation).  What option will give me the best surround sound experience? (And better yet, are any of these inferior?)Wireless Connection using the Apple TV settings ‘video and audio’ > ‘audio output’ (easiest) Hdmi from the arc to the optical out on the Optoma (using the hdmi/optical adaptor supplies by Sonos) Purchase a receiver that has hdmi arc audio output capabilities (would love a recommendation for a good and simple receiver just for the Apple TV input with the hdmi arc audio out and a 4K hdmi out)

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Krishma M
3 years ago
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NordicNorfolkContributor I
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projector to work with in-wall speakers.

Hi,we’ve installed in-wall speakers in our project cottage and have left a wall blank so that we can project tv/films into it. The projector needs to be stand-alone and be able to connect to Netflix/BBC iPlayer etc. We are Apple based so will be getting a HomePod or AppleTV to run the Home kit. Any advice about how to set it up gratefully received, many thanks in advance! 

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Simon B
3 years ago
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loobar23Avid Contributor I
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Playbar Drops Sound - Intermittently from NVIDIA Shield

Hi, have a problem the following setup: NVIDIA Shield Pro 2019 connected via HDMI to LG OLED B8 - optical to Playbar. Two surround Play:1 and a sub.Annoyingly, the Playbar suffers intermittent and momentary audio drops when streaming from Plex or Netflix.This can happen twice an hour, or once ever five mins or so. There does not appear to be a rule. This only happens when using the Shield Pro (2019). Via the onboard apps, or 4K Firestick, no problem. I have tried different HDMI cables from the Shield to the TV, but don’t think that is a factor, as I have also tried a Beam instead of the Playbar, and no problem. So the issue seems to be with the Shield and Playbar which is connected via Optical cable (which is fine when using TV apps/Firestick etc.). I want to use the Shield for most of my streaming as the picture quality is superb. Any help is appreciated.

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Annazel S
3 years ago
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MartimulliganContributor II
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Moving from gen 1 to gen 2? Home Theater help

Hello all…..I currently have an old Bose sound bar and sub and Samsung TV, that was purchased many years ago and supplies audio/video in my viewing room. I want to go to an all Sonos system, as I have (5) play 5’s gen 1, throughout the rest of the house. I also have 2 new Sonos amps, one which is currently supplying power to (2) B&W floor loudspeakers in another part of the house.  Now here’s the dilemma. If I go to a Sonos surround system in my viewing room, I understand that I cannot use the gen 1 play 5’s as rears. I would also like to bi wire by B&W’s but cannot do that with the Sonos amps. I can use the B&W’s as 3rd party speakers to the new TV I will be getting in the viewing room (using one of the amps) and just not have a surround system, or purchase new gen 2’s as rears for the  Sonos surround...which I would rather not do. Does anyone see other option to this?...any and all suggestions are welcomed. Thanks

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