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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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Simon WIContributor I
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Playbase WiFi

Hi Guys, I spend an afternoon trying to fix my set-up. My playable was connected to the TV but I lost the surround.When I hook it up on a LAN cable all is fine, but the moment I do get it on WIFI nothing comes forward.When I hook it up on LAN it works but my speakers don't connect to it. I reset all items multiple times but no luck - many idea what I can do? Thanks in advance!

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magunnyContributor I
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5.1 surround

Hi all. Question about surround with Arc and Play 1.  Current setup:1. Pioneer plasma tv from about 2005- this is getting replaced soon even though it’s still going strong after all these years. . 2. Play 1 we’ve had several for years Around the houseArc- newly acquired this weekmy main limitation is the TV. No ARC or eARC obviously. It has an optical out but that can’t be engaged using the hdmi inputs on the tv. I connected the ARC to the optical out of my Xfinity cable box and it seems to work ok.For fun I added 1 x Play 1 that is already at the back of the room as a surround. Am I getting a true surround image doing that? We still hear dialogue from the Play 1 and didn’t think we should as a surround. Also, what is feeding that speaker? Right now when I turn the tv off audio still comes thru the arc so I have to hit mute on the remote. That’s no big deal but audio is still coming thru the play 1 and I have to mute it from the app. Going thru the add surround they the app, I can’t te

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jeffrey45Contributor I
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sub and surround issue

I had my play bar, sub and 2 play ones unplugged for 2 weeks while doing Reno’s. everything is back now and only the play bar is working. They all have solid white lights and they are listed in the app showing no issues. I’m not sure what to do. 

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yuval.haimovitsContributor I
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How to play from a specific speaker out of the surround setup I have??

Hey everyone,I purchased Two Sonos 1, Arc and Gen 3 Sub. I connected everything to work as surround system.I noticed that playing music from just the two Sonos 1’s sounds better than the surround. Is there an easy way to decide from where I want to play music? Thanks

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Mws1118Contributor I
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Arc specs regarding 5.1/7.1 surround

Can anyone define “Drivers” in the specs for the Arc?  In other words, I would like to replicate a 3 Ch sound from the Arc and then add two Play 1 in the rear to complete the surround. I’m pretty tech savvy but I’m thrown off by “drivers” versus channels. Can anyone offer some feedback? I’m not even convinced I would even need the rear Play 1 in the same room.My other question is:My main TV is 65” but I plan to replace that with a 70”-75” at some point. In terms of “power” and sound quality, I’m trying to compare the Arc versus the Beam.  I see the recommended sizes of TV for each device but I’m curious to see if anyone has those circumstances. If sound quality isn’t affected, then it’s a no brainer to go with the lower cost device (Beam) in my case. If anyone has any thoughts on these topics I would love to hear your feedback! Thank you!

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ootophContributor I
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Sonos Beam as PC Theatre System

I've a Dell XPS8920 PC with Sound Blaster Z-series audio card (optical output and Dolby Live) linked to a Sonos Beam via TOSlink, then the HDMI converter supplied with the Beam. It took a while to sort out settings but now works well when streaming music, TV or Netflix to my system. The Beam sits neatly under a Dell S2716G monitor. So far, a great set of kit. However, the rear speakers (x2 Play:1's) don't carry sound from the PC (Sound Blaster optical out/converter then HDMI into the Beam) so I can't use the full Dolby facility and so miss out on the 5.1 potential. In "normal" Sonos mode - using iPhone controller or via Alexa - the rears produce terrific sound since here the PC isn't involved. Is there any way of getting 5.1 from the PC into the Beam via this setup? Or is any planned in the future?

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ChristopherArmenContributor I
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how to best fit audiophile sound into a room with Arc and the full set up?

I Have an arc, sub and two Sonos ones in my large living room but I miss having a proper audiophile systems. Short of going it alone and getting a connect and loudspeakers, has anyone found a pair of active audiophile level loud speakers, ideally standing, that can be added to the sonos set up? Any ideas on how to get an audiophile experience without just adding another system are welcome.  By audiophile experience I am looking for a really clean sound that is true to recording or source, that I can equalize to have a clear deep bass but an airy high treble and low mid (but clear) sound.  The Sonos system is flattening my tracks and making it hard to equalize, despite the new equalizer. 

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reagh24Contributor I
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Beam to projector with HDMI switch

I know there are a lot of other similar questions but I am in need to some more specific hand-holding. For outdoor viewing, I am trying to connect my new sonos beam to a Epsom 1450 projector and get video through google chromcast. I purchased an HDMI switch per the forum to connect everyone.  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01K7BZ1XC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 . When everything is connected, I am able to get sound through the beam but could not get simultaneous video (w/o the beam and switch, chromcast and the projector work fine). I tried multiple combinations of the input/outputs in the event my logic was not adding up but no luck. Can anyone help me out with this? (Keep in mind I am not nearly as tech savvy as 95% of you)Thanks!Chris 

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LozcornelContributor I
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Sonos Arc Sony TV KDL

Hijust got this Sonos arc connected to my 2012 Sony tv.all fine until I turn off the tv.when tuning the tv back on,the sound is disconnected and needs a new setup in Sonos app.any way of fixing this?The connection I have made is with hdmi arc

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andylee560Contributor I
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getting rid of the lot

After grappling with the ridiculous app, multiple crashes, a beam that doesn’t work and misaligned sound with my TV I have finally decided to pack the whole lot up and sell it.  Sonos, I’m afraid to tell you in 2020 your **** digital experience doesn’t cut it compared to your competitors.the support is dreadful, the system can’t cope with a mesh network, it’s just all in all an expensive pile of waste

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haikulukeAvid Contributor I
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Beam vs Arc IF I already have a Sub and 2 Ones

As I am reading the promotional materials I am starting to realize that the Sonos Arc may be marketed more towards the buyer who just wants one speaker to “do it all” rather than someone who likes and has invested in multiple Sonos speakers already. I am trying to finish my 5.1 home theater setup. I have two ones, a sub and now I need a soundbar. What advantages are there for me in getting the Arc in this situation?I would say this is meant more for movie watching… and also I do listen to a lot of music on my system. Thanks!!!

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Tux27Contributor I
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Sonos Beam will not connect to ARC port on Sony KD55A85

Hi,I have just purchased a Beam to connect to my Sony KD55A85 but I get no sound when I connect it to the ARC port.  If I use the opticle adapter the sound seems to be ok, I have spoken with Sony support and they have taken me through all the setting that need to be enabled on the TV.  Bravia Sync is on etc … and tried a factory reset but still no joy - any ideas ?Thanks in advance.

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GT74Contributor I
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Apple TV 4K and Sonos.

All, I bought an apple TV 4K. Previously had a 3rd gen apple tv, and was aboe to stream music/tv to the playbar etc. With apple TV 4K, I can only airplay, and that is not to the playbar, but a Sonos One I have in another part of the house. Anyone know how I can point apple TV4K audio to the TV which has playbar, two play 1’s, a play 3 and a sub hooked up to it?

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Paul A
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CheeseburgerismContributor I
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Surround for TV Not Working Anymore

Hello, I have a Beam (connected to the LG TV via ARC HDMI) with 2 Play:1’s for my surround sound setup. My TV is connected to an Apple TV 4K. My surround for the TV was working fine until today. A few days ago, I canceled my internet provider through Comcast and switched to AT&T (not sure if this is relevant) but in any case, the surround for the TV stopped working. Music works just fine, just not the TV.My Beam is connected to the internet via WIFI and the two speakers are connected to each other on the same WIFI network.I’ve tried to fix it by removing and setting up the surround again and resetting the speakers themselves. None seem to work. I will try to unplug/plug in the ARC HDMI tomorrow but I doubt that’ll fix it.Any help on this would be much appreciated.Thanks!

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iancwrightContributor I
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Connecting my Sonos Arc to LG OLED55BX6LB 55"

I have a new LG OLED55BX6LB 55" Smart. 4K TV (2020) and a new Sonos ARC. I cannot get the Sonos’s ARC and the TV to work together using the eARC HDMI port on the TV. The IR connection works as it should, but will not deliver the same sound range/quality as promised by the eARC connection.

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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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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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ComodoreContributor I
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LGc9+Sonos Arc

After not being able to solve the massive sound delay between ps4->lgc9->playbase and the new ps5 not having a optical out to bypass the problem i have one question: Will ps5->C9->sonos arc via earc have zero sound dealy when playing dolby 5.1/atmos? I am willing to pay 800€ again for a system outdated today but i only use it fo gaming so thats crucial for me

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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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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
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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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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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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
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