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Era 100 speakers - what is needed to connect?

  • 15 March 2024
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I am in the middle of converting my garage to a mini man cave and I have just bought the Arc sound bar and 2x Era 100’s for surround effect. While they are a few days away from delivery I wanted to understand how they connect so I can have my electrician build the room properly before the new studwalls are erected…

From what I understand the Eras need a USB or Optic cable (can someone please explain what the difference in between the two) connection - but does this go back to the Arc or is it hard wired to a power source? I have looked online for video / reddit or anything but I just don’t see enough detail to guide my sparky.

Thanks

Bryan

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Best answer by melvimbe 15 March 2024, 16:04

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melvimbe

The Arc needs to connect to the HDMI-ARC port of your TV.  The Arc will then send the surround audio to your Era 100s wirelessly.  The Arc, and Era 100s all need to be connected to a normal power outlet as they have the amp and other electronics built it.  So just make sure the electrician places power outlets nearby where the speakers will be placed.

Danny
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Hey Melvimbe! You are a hero - thank you so much. I figured as such but seeing things online about 3.5mm jack etc had me slightly confused!

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You will also need a wifi signal there, in order to set up your speakers. 

AjTrek1
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Hi

Congrats on building your mini man cave. You are probably going to frame your garage walls. Just in case you are not or maybe have concrete on a wall where the Era 100’s will reside take a look at my garage project in the link. It’s not a man cave I just like music in my garage when I’m working on a project or waxing my car 😂

https://en.community.sonos.com/general%2Dfeedback%2Dand%2Dconversation%2D229090/era%2D100%2Dnot%2Dyour%2Dtypical%2Dwall%2Dmounting%2Dproject%2D6882453

Note: Adding a sub will greatly improve your listening experience. It also relieves the Arc of low-end frequencies and improves dialogue, mids and highs. 

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