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Discuss Beam, Playbar, Playbase, and the entire Sonos home theater experience. How do you set up a Sonos 5.1 system? Which Sonos work with your TV? Ask your home theater questions here.

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Kroneis Contributor I

A setting where beam doesn’t play TV sound automatically when already playing music?

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Hi! As the title states, I’m missing a setting where I can watch TV while listening to music without it auto playing when I’m already listening to music. I know the regular auto button is there, but it’s kind of annoying to turn on and off again all the time. Is this a possible addition? I would w...

Mrlface Contributor I

Beam and Sky Remote

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I can't get the beam to recognise the sky remote during the setup within the app. Initially it worked but now it doesn't register the volume buttons being pressed. Am I doing something wrong or is it not possible to use the sky remote? It's really frustrating as I use the sky remote as my main TV re...

robby818 Contributor I

Beam and LG OLEDs -Audio delay over Dolby DIgital still a problem?

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Has anyone connected a Beam to an LG OLED tv and tested whether the audio is delayed when using Dolby Digital? My Beam is scheduled to arrive tomorrow (canceled my B&H order and ordered on the Sonos site today). I have a 2016 LG E6P with the latest firmware (5.30.30). I wasn't aware of the Dolby...

gfardon Contributor I

Using Beam as center channel with Connect supplying left and right channels

I have a stereo integrated amp and a pair of speakers I've had forever and love. I've had them hooked up to our television to add better sound for video on one input and a Sonos Connect in another input for music. I really like the Airplay integration for our Play:5 and was disappointed it wasn't in...

smitt6969 Contributor I

Surround speakers

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Why is on of my play 1 speakers pairing up as a beam?Is there a why to reset a play 1

galewis44 Contributor I

Chromecast Netflix and Sonos Playbar -- The Saga Continues

I've spent hours researching how to play a Netflix show, through Google Chrome Browser (on a Mac), through a Chromecast streaming device. I then need to split the HDMI signal coming out of Chromecast to (A) HDMI visual signal to an EPSON projector, and (B) optical audio to a SONOS Playbar. Coupl...

andersbm Contributor III

Blu Ray player that converts to Dolby Digital 5.1

I am searching for a Blu Ray player that can convert DTS and other formats to Dolby Digital 5.1., so I can enjoy my DTS Blu Rays with full 5.1. via the Sonos Playbar (+ 2 Play:1). Sonos has recommened a line of Samsung Blu Ray Players in this thread: https://sonos.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_i...

cros13 Contributor I

Sony OLED?

Wondering if anyone here might have bought a Sony A1 OLED TV and if it works with the playbar?

Roz and Wayne Contributor I

samsung smart tv remote, not recognised

Hi, I have just upgraded to a smart Samsung tv. Sonos playbar was programmed for the old Sony, but when I try to programme the new remote it is "not recognised"

frenzy382 Contributor III

Where is Beam IR Sensor?

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Hi everyone, Whereabouts is the IR sensor physically located on the Beam? I'm trying to use IR to adjust the volume, but I hav to be within 3 feet of the Beam for the remote (any remote that I have configured) to work. I've been trying to use my Samsung Smart Remote, an Apple TV 4k remote and a F...

fontes31 Contributor III

PlayBase or Beam

Hi, I have a sonos playbase over a tv desk, connected to a sony AF8 65'' that is on the wall. I think, in this case, the playbase is not the best option for a tv on the wall. Iam thinking in buying the sonos beam. Maybe the playbar is the most similar to playbase in sound. So my question is, the s...

Herr_Vlad Avid Contributor I

Useful "hack" for Beam for volume control

Hi guys, So, when the TV is off, HDMI-CEC is of no use, and you can't control the volume with the remote of your TV. By sacrificing HDMI-CEC, you lose the option turn off TV, and some other useful bits, BUT... if you program the IR sensor to work with your TV's remote, you can use it for volume co...

User862331 Contributor I

Is Alexa beep and voice volume on Beam tied to speaker volume like Sonos One?

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Biggest complaint I have with the Sonos One is that the Alexa wake beep and voice is usually way too loud since it appears to be tied to the speaker volume and can't be adjusted. Is the Alexa wake beep and voice on the Beam the same? Every time I same "Alexa" I get startled because the wake beep i...

leejackson Contributor I

Audio In: Dolby 2.0 and Dolby 5.1

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When in Settings > About My Sonos System > Playbar, Audio In changes between Dolby 2.0 and Dolby 5.1? Why is this? I have a Playbar, Sub and two 5's.

tolleycr Contributor I

Surround Sound setup question with Turntable

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Question on my current setup before I mess things up and change settings. I have a beam, sub and 2 5's setup in my family room. One of the 5's is connected to a turntable. I have not setup the system for surround on my TV but am considering do it. Currently when I listen to music all speakers...

User103258 Contributor I

Playbar: lay it flat or stand on edge?

I'm aware that Playbar's built-in accelerometers automatically sense its orientation and adjust its sound accordingly. But how? Or rather, to what? Specifically, what are the technical and audio differences between laying it flat and standing it on edge (or wall mounting)? Does changing the orient...

Chris Turner Contributor I

DVD player interfering with sonos beam. And TV only plays in stereo not surround

Hello, I have... A new Sony Bravia TV A sonos beam , connected via hdmi arc Two play 1s set up as surround by the sonos app A Phillips DVD player connected to the TV by hdmi Everything from the TV is routed through a sky box When the DVD player is connected to the TV, the TV does not play through...

pkranenbu Contributor I

How do I control Sonos Beam with Fire tv remote

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i want to change the volume of the Sonos Beam with my fire tv remote. I don’t see an option to do this although I do see the option for the Playbar. Anyone know how do set this up?

serravalc Avid Contributor I

LG 43UK6950PLB

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pkranenbu Contributor I

What is the Beam’s IR profile number?

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What is the Beam’s IR profile number?

OneDomino Contributor I

Output via HDMI

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Does anyone know the hardware have the ability to output video over the hdmi ARC? If it does, a software update that could output a screen saver would be a very welcome one. I'm thinking what winamp (dating myself) used to do with musical fractals and or equalizer lines.

docSephiroth Avid Contributor I

DOLBY VISION ultra HD blu ray player that convert DTS audio in the fly

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Hello, I’m searching for a 4K Ultra HD blu ray player THAT SUPPORT BOTH HDR10 AND DOLBY VISION that can convert DTS audio to Dolby Digital 5.1 on the fly. Now I’m using the Xbox One X that can convert audio correctly, but that support HDR10 only. For sure I L le that new LG UP970 that can manage Dol...

csanders17 Contributor I

Sonos 5.1 - 'Full' TV sound

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Short: Looking to enhance the sound in my back (L/R) speakers more specifically the dialog. Sort of, like you can with the Music under 'Room Settings>[Room]>Advanced Audio>Surround Settings>Music Playback'. Long: Sonos 5.1 - Playbar, Sub, and x2 Play:1. TV: Samsung UN55KU6290 (6 series 4K; yes its...

Giovanna Contributor I

Miss

non Posso sentire l’audio quando mi connetto alla tv

keats Contributor I

Failed Sonos:AMP - Surprisingly poor customer service experience.

I've been a Sonos user for 10+ years and have never had a reason to complain or doubt the products. The only product I've had fail was an old CR200 where the touch screen developed dead spots. Customer support was excellent and swapped the unit under warranty (probably 8 years ago) without any issue...

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