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GuiaryAvid Contributor I
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having problems adding my sub gen 2 to Arc setup

Hello all, just wondering if it’s a known issue or is there a work around to add a second sub to my Arc, gen3 sub and 300 surrounds?I originally had two subs connected to this system, two 3rd gen subs, but in order to get lossless with my pair of fives I had to unpair my 2nd gen sub to the fives and put the 3rd gen in place. When I finally did that ( btw the app wouldn’t let me unpair the one sub from the arc setup had to factory reset the sub) I can’t get the 2nd gen sub paired up. It took me a bit just to get it back into the system but just not assigned, but every time I try and assign it to my arc setup it gives me the prompt “could not pair”, something about wifi or whether it’s still connected to power. Which obviously it is since it’s still in my list of speakers just showing not assigned. so long winded question, has anyone else had this problem and did you figure a work around that wasn’t using the 16.1 app. I’ve tried factory resetting my 2nd gen, restarting my phone, signing

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relaxContributor I
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Giving clarity about TrueHD and Sonos Arc

Hello my lovely community.I want to close the topic for compability of Atmos codecs, specifically for TrueHD, as there are still a lot of questions going on about it.As owner of Sonos system (arc, 2x sub, 2x era 300) and pairing it with LG C3, Vero 4k+, AppleTV 4K and PS5. However LG C3 can’t passthrough TrueHD and I can’t watch my legal BR rips using Vero4k+ and Apple TV 4K. So here are the options what might be done:While using TrueHD content, accept downmix from 7.1 to 5.1 by Sonos (Multichannel PCM).                                                                                                                                 Pros: getting atmos effects, the cheapest option.                                                             Cons: lower bitrate for atmos. Look for an alternative streaming services for an atmos content such as Netflix or smiliar. Pros: you will get an an atmos effect via DD+, still cheaper option.                          Cons: not the highest bitrate thoug

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GeraintEdContributor I
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Sound distortion on Arc via Apple TV & Apple Music

I’ve had the Arc for over a year and not had this problem until this week. I play a particular track on Apple Music, through an Apple TV, on my Arc and I get a distortion when the music and singer hit a certain volume. It’s an album I’ve “added” to Apple Music (I have the iTunes Match service) but it encoded correctly. I’ve played this same track on my Sonos One in the kitchen - no distortion. Tried a couple of tracks from other albums I’ve recently added - same issue. Music directly from Apple Music seem okay. Any ideas ? 

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Carlos MelloContributor I
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Surround front speakers with sonos

Hi guys, I'm setting up a surround system to my tv room. I currently have de Sonos arc and Sonos SubI was planning to buy 4 speakers two for the side of the bar and two for the rear where the sofa is.I used to have a B&W system which was mounted like that.  Any indications ?

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mickm333Contributor I
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Best Surround Setup Settings

Hi, I’ve recently setup an Arc, Sub & 2 ones in our home theatre room and was wondering what people experienced as the best sounding settings? Would be interested to see what most people are running through the Sonos settings.

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Home theater setup with legacy products

I own an original Playbar and sub. Is it possible to create a HT setup using those and four Era 300s? Thanks. 

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MikeInMaineContributor I
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Arc TV sound cuts in and out.

Just got the Arc and have it paired with 2 Play:1’s and a gen 3 sub. Samsung Q80R tv.  The sound from the tv will play for around 5 seconds and then cut out for around 1 second, play for 5, out for 1, on and on.  I’ve swapped out the hdmi cable twice, tried unplugging the tv, switched between PCM and DD+ and switched between different apps on the tv. The sonos app shows that I am getting an atmos signal  Was running a beam with the Play:1’s (but no sub) before just fine. Not sure what I should try next. Thank you,mike

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TheoriginalshadyContributor I
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Please add more EQ options

Sonos, please add more EQ options to the Sonos app.For example separate rear height volume slider for Era 300’s and center volume slider for soundbars would be absolute game changers. More customization is never a bad thing!  

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Lionking1Contributor I
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Sonos ARC upgrade from BEAM 2

Hello everyone,(ROOM 1 - living room, in the pictures)I would like some advice on Sonos Beam vs. Sonos Arc.I already have a setup consisting of Beam 2, mini-sub, and 2x One SL, which I am very satisfied with, for my 3-meter by 5-meter living room.I've found a discount for the Sonos Arc at around $722 - brand new.I bought the Beam at a price at which I could probably sell it for about $323 - brand new, purchased a year ago.My question is, for the price difference between the two, and my 15-square-meter room, will there be differences that justify the upgrade?Has anyone else faced the same dilemma?Mainly, the system is used for:- TV, Twitch, YouTube- Music- MoviesI have heard negative opinions about the Arc regarding both dialogue clarity and midrange sounds. I've also seen many comments suggesting that the price difference between the two isn't worth it for such a small room. I should mention that it's important for me to keep the volume reasonable when listening to music or watching mo

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Alex 99Contributor I
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interruptions on sonos beam gen 2

Alguien que hable español, me podría decir si es normal que mi sonos beam gen 2 de repente cuando veo televisión en una Samsung o juego en la Xbox se le vaya el sonido por 1 segundo o un poco más y después regrese?, es por la conexión? Moderator edit:Google Translate-Someone who speaks Spanish could tell me if it is normal that my Sonos Beam Gen 2 suddenly loses sound for 1 second or a little more when I watch TV on a Samsung or play on the Xbox and then comes back? Is it because of the connection?

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KamarinchevContributor II
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Trueplay settings after Sub On/Off Within App

I would like to ask what will happen if I add a Sonos Sub Mini to my surround system ( Beam Gen 2 and two Sonos Era 100 speakers ) as far as I know the low frequencies go to the sub. If I use Trueplay to set up all the speakers and then decide to turn off only the sub using the toggle button from the app, what will happen?Does the system only remember the current Trueplay setting ( Beam Gen 2 /  2 x Era 100 / Sub Mini ) or when turning the sub-Mini off via the toggle button from the app the system will revert to “old” trueplay settings ( Beam Gen 2 /  2 x Era 100 ) and restore low frequencies to them.

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clinamerContributor I
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Conectar audio de TV LG sin salida audio optica a PlayBase

Conectar audio de TV LG sin salida audio optica a PlayBase Moderator edit:Google Translate-Connect audio from LG TV without optical audio output to PlayBase

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TOT1954Contributor I
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Surround Sound with only ceiling speakers

I have three sets of ceiling speakers and each set have their own Sonos Amp.The first amp has the HDMI Arc coming from the TV and is connected to the front speakers near the TV.The second amp is connected to the rear speakers. I want these speakers to carry the surround sound.The third amp is connected to the outdoor speakers. Occasionally I want to use them to carry the same TV signal as the first amp. This would allow watching 2 TVs but the sound would be in synch with the living room TV.How do I configure this with the app? 

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Robbert's sonContributor I
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Samsung one remote not working with Sonos Playbar (incl Workaround)

Hello, For two weeks now I am the proud owner of a Samsung Q95T TVWhen I installed the Sonos playbar to work with the Samsung One remote I followed the following instructions → https://support.sonos.com/s/article/3444?language=en_USThis worked like a charm. However suddenly today the One remote no longer communicated with the Playbar, no matter what I tried (followed the instructions again , did a hard reset of my playbar etc. ) nothing worked.  After browsing through the community I found a workaround (Select Samsung as home cinema brand). I am nit-picking here but what I do not like is when I now press volume up/down it says Samsung instead of Sonos and of course I can perfectly live with itBut I just want to know Why do I need to select Samsung as brand to get my Sonos to work. ? --------- Workaround ----------Instructions on Samsung TV:Go to Settings -> Universal Remote -> New DeviceSelect Device Type: Home Theatre SystemSelect Brand: Samsung (instead of Sonos)Select Home Cin

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Juan JJContributor I
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How do I set up/connect 2 tv's to one sound bar (sonos arc), one sub, and additional speakers?

I am building a patio that will house 2 TV’s (most likely Samsung),  and the wall are open so I can still run all the cables I need to make the system work.  How do I set up/connect 2 tv's to one sound bar (sonos arc), one sub, and additional speakers?  

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GolfgeezerContributor I
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Beam Suddenly has stopped working with Directv Genie remote

I have a Beam S2 hooked via HDMI to my C3 LG OLED TV via the eArc port on the LG TV.  I have a DirecTV Genie mini hooked via HDMI to port 1 on the LG and Apple TV hooked via HDMI to port 4 on the TV.  Months ago, I programmed the DirecTV remote to work with the Beam and the LG TV.  All worked as desired with the DirecTV remote controlling the volume of the Beam directly (meaning, not changing the TV’s volume per se).  This allowed me to change channels on the DirecTV Genie as well as control volume as well as turning the TV off & on.  Suddenly two days ago, when trying to raise the volume via the DirecTV remote, the Beam would raise it the volume to the maximum after a delay.  Trying to lower the volume using the DirecTV remote would, after a delay, slide the volume all the way off (not muted, just set all the way down).  I have tried reprogramming the remote, resetting the Beam, the TV and the Genie, trying a new DirecTV remote I happened to have, checked firmware and all that via

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Pierre17Contributor I
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Ultimate home cinema

Hello everyone, I currently have 2 Era 300, 1 Arc soundbar, and 1 Sub Gen3. I want to improve my system. It seems that I can add a second sub, but I would like to know if it is possible to go further, for example by adding 2 Era 300 in the front or 2 Sonos Five. However, I can't find this information anywhere. What is the limit on the number of speakers for a home cinema?Sorry for my English, it's not my native language :)

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Solli91Contributor I
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Beam Gen 1 wont start after been unplugged.

Hey.Went on a holiday trip for 14days, came back today and now my beam wont start up.i always unplug my devices when going on a longer trip. I plugged in the power and nothing happend, after a hour or like the beam ia getting warmer (bottom). It seams to me its damage. anyone with ideas?  

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MarcusH58Contributor I
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Soundbar delivery delays in Portugal & elsewhere in Europe

Hi folks, I looked on the website of a Sonos dealer in Porto, in Portugal & was shocked that delivery would not take place of a Beam Gen 2 soundbar for 6-9 months! Why is this please? I also checked Amazon.es & .de & they also say delays of months…..1-2 months for .de MTIA

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Eduard ToseContributor I
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Sonos Beam gen 2 idle

My beam gen 2 stopped working, just shows the white LED blinking, no matter if I unplug and plug again. Buttons don’t react either. I cannot see it in my Sonos app, nor via airplay. It’s just 1,5 years old

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JobieOneCojoneContributor I
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Sonos Beam Not Recognized by Samsung Tv

good morning, Good morning, I have a Samsung neo QLED TV, with a Sonos Beam connected through the E arc port, however frequently when I turn the TV on the TV has reverted to TV speaker and it is not possible to play any sound through the Sonos beam despite going on the device connection which shows the Sonos background.  the only way to reconnect is to completely disconnect everything and reconnect, which is extremely frustrating as the beam is on the wall with all the cables hidden in the wall, which means taking the TV off when it happens.  any ideas? 

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SamgalalContributor I
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TV connection Voice Vs Background Music

When connecting Era100 to TV. I only get the background music and NOT the voice. .. Why and How to fix it?

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Alg275Contributor I
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connection issues

My Sonos app on iPhone 14 constantly does not recognize my bean gen 2 . I constantly have to reset the beam by going through the set up process. This happens constantly. How can this be resolved. Thanks in advance.

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kung-fu-kurtContributor I
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What causes this problem?

So I’ve had this very odd problem for a while now where I can’t get DTS-HD 5.1 to work on my beam gen 2. I’m aware that sonos products doesn't support DTS-HD or DTS-X, but as I understand it when playing a blu-ray with dts-hd 5.1 for example the speaker should output it as PCM 5.1. Here’s the thing tho, I have discs supporting everything from mono dts-hd to dts-x and and they all work perfectly except for 5.1 specifically.If I’m lucky I’ll get functioning sound with the occasional clipping, but most of the time there’s just no sound at all. Again, DTS-HD 5.1 is the only file that doesn't work.For reference I’m playing the discs on a Sony x800m2 and passing the audio through an LG CX to the Beam gen2.Good day

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ZikrioContributor I
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Sobre la app de sonos

No puedo iniciar sesión como propietario en mi. App para realizar cambios en mi sistemaInicio sesion con mi correo y contraseña Pero al querer hacer algún ajuste me pide cierre sesión e inicie como propietario. Pero cerro sesion y vuelvo a iniciar y es lo mismo, espero me puedan orientar gracias Moderator edit:Google Translate- I can't log in as an owner in my. App to make changes to my systemI log in with my email and passwordBut when I want to make some adjustments it asks me to log out and log in as owner. But I logged out and logged in again and it's the same, I hope you can guide me, thank you

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