Hello



Although this was submitted a year ago; there are some points IMO that should be addressed...



From my research (as I live in the USA) the Sky Q Box is basically a whole home DVR system to similar to my Google Fiber. IMO a Sonos Playbar/Playbase/Beam should always be connected directly to the TV via whichever connection is best suited to achieve maximum output and control; as the Beam has two options vs the other Sonos offerings (HDMI-ARC w/Alexa voice control and Optical).



In my situation the HDMI-ARC port on my TV is marked as main or HDMI 1. Typically that port would be reserved for the Sky Q box or in my case the Google Fiber box. If using a Playbar/Playbase the HDMI-ARC port connection is a moot point as they only connect via optical.



If using a Beam the HDMI-ARC port will be reserved for it. In that situation (and I assume this would be no different with Sky Q box) I just connected my Google Fiber box to HDMI 2; as the Beam made sure that everything worked perfectly. Meaning, I don’t have to manually select HDMI 2 every time I turn on my TV or command the Beam to do it for me (sweet)! My AppleTV 4K is connected to HDMI 3 and PS4 to HDMI 4; no issues there.



As far as ditching AppleTV as a Netflix provider in favor of one’s smart TV with Netflix…well that’s a personal choice. I don’t use Netflix so I can’t comment on the advantages or disadvantages of doing so. What I can say is that I have three (3) AppleTV boxes connected to each TV with Family Share activated. I can rent a movie on one and view on another (albeit not simultaneously). Also, my music (iTunes) and pictures are available on all; as well as my digital versions of movies I’ve purchased. So as you can see (and maybe to my detriment) I’m thoroughly ingrained the Apple ecosystem. :8



I hope this proves useful someone. Also, if I’m mistaken about the Sky Q box someone please correct me. Thanks!



Cheers!

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