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How do I play music on beam while the tv is turned off?

On the Sonos app, with the TV off, drag up the Now Playing section at the bottom of your screen. Select the Beam (or room name that has the Beam). 
Search for music on the app.

Play music. It will play on your Beam. 


Okay I found the Now Playing section...how do I link the beam to my era 2 speakers?


What type of link?

As surrounds?

As a stereo pair?

As individual speakers?


General grouping is here, if you’re looking for more, we’ll need answers to the questions that @Stanley_4 asked. 

Note that Sonos maintains an extensive database of FAQs that you can search.


Wifi link, stereo surround


For setting up surrounds, see the FAQ here


This FAQ may also be of help.