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Multichannel PCM on Arc

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Are you really not supporting multichannel PCM on the newly announced Arc?

Why? It’s not a licensing issue this time.

It seems like there is always something missing with your home theater products.

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DitteAnswer

Hi all,

We hear you. With a software update today, Arc now supports multi-channel LPCM, bringing new immersive sound experiences for gaming, Blu-ray discs, and more. To get support for multi-channel LPCM on Arc, download the latest Sonos S2 update from the app store and then update your system in the Sonos S2 app. After updating the app, go to Settings > System > System Updates > Check for Updates.

All the best,

Ditte

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Airgetlam

Same boat here. I’ve seen reports that some TVs may work, while others might not. I look forward to testing on my own Vizios, but even the wider soundstage of the Arc appeals to me.

Bruce

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Nonstiq

Lyricist II

Multichannel PCM support would have been the final push I needed to upgrade from my Beam. All video games consoles and devices benefit from multichannel PCM (even for those with live Dolby output options - the lag/delay is unbearable).

No doubt the Arc sounds better. But I can’t justify the extra cost only to continue to play my games in stereo.

Ryan S

Retired Sonos Staff

Thanks for sharing all of your feedback everyone. We will be adding Multi-Channel LPCM support to Arc as part of a future software update. We don’t have exact timing to share at this point and will update this thread when we do.

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coops108

Thanks for sharing all of your feedback everyone. We will be adding Multi-Channel LPCM support to Arc as part of a future software update. We don’t have exact timing to share at this point and will update this thread when we do.

Legend! Look forward to when the update arrives

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evangallo

Lyricist III

Amazing! Thanks for the update!

Ryan S

Retired Sonos Staff

You’re welcome. I’m also renaming the thread slightly.

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Kcooperman

Lyricist II

Thanks for sharing all of your feedback everyone. We will be adding Multi-Channel LPCM support to Arc as part of a future software update. We don’t have exact timing to share at this point and will update this thread when we do.

Hooray! Let's hope its sooner than later! Thanks for the update, might just buy an arc after all....

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AirKilroy

Contributor I

I love all of my Sonos products. However, I implore everyone to NOT buy an Arc if you need LPCM to optimize the sound of your setup. Buy it AFTER they make the software update. Vote with your wallets to get the team to prioritize this capability.

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ArcArc

Lyricist I

Thanks for sharing all of your feedback everyone. We will be adding Multi-Channel LPCM support to Arc as part of a future software update. We don’t have exact timing to share at this point and will update this thread when we do.

Is it feasible that the beam might be able to support Multi-Channel LPCM even though it doesn’t have eARC? If so, does Sonos have plans to add support for this?

Sjoop1985

Standard HDMI-ARC doesn't have the bandwidth to transport multichannel PCM, so the Beam is limited by its hardware.

Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans (John Lennon) --- Living room: Arc, Sub, 2x One - Kitchen: One - Bedroom: Play 3 - Office: Beam - Bathroom: Play 1

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