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Stanley_4
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Sonos Era 300 placement for surround

I’d say place the 300s for optimum TV sound and add a stereo pair positioned to work for sitting at the table, or a Five if you can’t find p...
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BJOutdoors
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Two independent systems

I have two SONOS systems. I would like to set them up to operate independently of each other. How do I do that?
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AjTrek1
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Arc Placement

Updated 9/14/23 to include Era 300’s as surrounds (which have upward firing drivers) that replaced Sonos One’s. All other information and gu...
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DiverdanTrending Lyricist I
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home cinema set up

I have two Sonos play1 and Sonos boost ,is it possible to use them as part of a home cinema set up with a sound bar ,need one with e-ARC Thanks for any help 

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Ken_Griffiths
3 months ago
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Hudson JimmyContributor I
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sub Gen 3 vs sub Gen 1

My current Sonos theater set up is - ArcEra 300 surroundsSub Gen 1 My question is this- is there any real need/reason to upgrade to Sub Gen 3?   

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3 months ago
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ravicContributor I
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Maximum amount of speakers supported in a surround sound setup for Home Theater

How many speakers can a Sonos Arc setup support? I currently own the Sonos Premium Immersive Set with Arc. This comes with the Arc, two era 100s, and the subwoofer. However, I plan on upgrading the rear era 100 satellites to era 300s eventually. I also may want to add another subwoofer.How many speakers does the Sonos system support? Do I have to "replace" the era 100 satellites? Will they work along side the Era 300s, a Sonos Arc, and 2 sub woofers?

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4 months ago
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venksvContributor II
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HDFury Arcana, HDMI splitters and Arc compatibility.

Hi - I’m currently renovating and am looking to setup a HT with the following config:Inputs: Cable box, Xbox, FireTV stick. Maybe a AppleTV4K.Video Outputs: Optoma projector (no eARC, inky HDMI), Sony TV (with eARC).Audio: Sonos Arc, gen3 sub and 2 era 300 acting as surrounds.  Have gone through a few posts and most seem to recommend HDFury Arcana to split out the eARC. Had a few questions/clarifications I’m hoping someone could clarify: I assume I’ll need a 4:1 (4 input, 1 output) hdmi splitter to handle the various inputs and output of this switch feeds into Arcana.  Arcana eARC connects to Sonos Arc.  Arcana only has 1 HDMI out. Will I need a  1:2 (1 input, 2 output) hdmi switch and connect the HDMI out from Arcana to the input on this switch and then connect the output to the TV and projector? Sonos is a bit finicky with networking etc. and there are multiple hops here (hdmi switch for input, Arcana, hdmi switch at output etc). Does it handle all this cleanly without lags etc?If an

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JagielakTrending Lyricist I
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Era 300 wall mount - Advice

Hello everyone. I need advice on the positioning of the era 300 , as they are mounted now they are an eye sore and don't like the angle of those.How would you mount them in this space , it's very limiting to mount them and only place I believe is above the windows on both sides. This way it could be mounted almost straight to the TV (slight angle as the wall arc a little bit.Can the power cable be extended or just any longer white cable would do to power them ?I am attaching photos here (don't mind the mess :D ) 

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AjTrek1
6 months ago
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dlb505Contributor I
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old features

Will the old app surround feature have be in the newer version, I am not able to adjust my speaker distance

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Mr_MContributor I
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cant sign in to the app or connect to my speakers

I have had to reset my arc and wifi sub as we changed internet service providers and my devices could no longer interact with the system. I could only reset the speakers and add them to my new system on the new network. Now I have 2 systems with each the speaker and the sub on their own system. And now when I try to connect to either of them, the app states I need to login as the system owner, however either myself or my wife have never had another Sonos account.  what can I do??

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Airgetlam
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michelenicolisContributor III
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ERA 300 + BEAM GEN2

I have a question, I know it shouldn't be asked but...FOR LISTENING TO MUSIC ONLYI intend to purchase the beam soundbar (Gen2) to obviously place under the TV. To the right and left of the TV, well spaced, I already have the ERA 300, which I listen to mainly for music. If I add the Beam2, again to listen to music, can it work? Am I losing something for Dolby Atmos?second questionFOR FILM WATCHING ONLYI don't have anything behind the sofa at the moment, I can't put the ERA 300! So if I see and hear the soundtrack of a film with this new configuration (ERA 300 left and right in front of me and the Beam2 under the TV) can it work? I know I lose the surround effect but at least the stereo and dolby effect remains?In the future, small, what could I add behind the sofa?Thank youMichele

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Airgetlam
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Mr KenContributor I
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Sonos now has a bad app.. i mean bad app. thumps down. run

Wow. Have thing gone south. Even the messaging won’t let me edit the topic.  Run.

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Rob57Contributor I
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installation assistance

Can anybody help instal a SONOS BEAM Gen 2 in the Bridport area of Dorset?

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Joost turfsigneurContributor I
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after app update kpn low volume

I used my playbase for few years icw KPN and Philips tv, after update of mobile app now the volume of KPN is low, but the output of apps of the tv directly are ok (eg when I use chromecast of tv )why is this KPN sound so low volume?

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Grimrod42Contributor I
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PCM 2.0

Hello Since updates to my TV and Sonos System, I only get PCM 2.0. So DTS discs sound terrible.I hope they fix this soon, any ideas?System:LG C1Sonos ARC , sub and 100’sApple TV 4KPanasonic UB820 I have tried all the different settihngs in a all combos and reset the TV and No go.Its very annoying. Thanks 

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MusicL1stenerContributor I
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TV Settings on new Sonos App

In the new Sonos app, when you navigate to Settings>Room with TV/Playbar, the TV Settings allowing you to connect remote and others only shows up some of the time. Products and Sound headings always show up but I have attempted to connect a TV remote only to not find the menu the next time I open the same app window. 

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Ken_Griffiths
11 hours ago
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Teenz9Contributor I
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System Update Failing

I recently purchased a Sonos Playbar and 2 x Play 3 speakers second hand.  I have spent ALL DAY trying to set the speakers up in the Sonos App.  I did a reset on all three speakers as advised.  Multiple attempts have been made, rebooting both the modem and the speakers, uninstalling the app and reinstalling.  I have tried EVERY SINGLE FIX I could find on line but still no luck.  I'm using my Android phone with the app and have tried both wired and wireless setup.  When trying to add a device, I keep getting to the point where the app wants me to run an update in order to finish the set up, I go through that process, the update begins and very slowly moves through the process but stops each time about ¾ way through every time!  By then, the speaker times out because it's been more than 30 mins.  I have good, uninterrupted wifi so that can't be the problem.  HELP!!

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Jon0206Contributor I
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placement of Era 300 and sub 3

I have a Sonos arc two errors  300 and a generation three sub. According to a picture that I saw the subwoofer was in front next to the TV and the two eeros 300 Speakers were towards the back.  Is this the correct set up for both the subwoofer and the arrow speakers for not only music but home theater sound?

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Stanley_4
19 hours ago
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NAFContributor I
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speakers

My outside speakers come on randomly 

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Stanley_4
20 hours ago
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adityacbjContributor I
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second sub not registered

I added the second sub gen 3 to my existing setup of Arc, a pair of fives and an existing sub gen3.  the sub is shown in the app but says sub not registered.  I’ve tried resetting the sub, the modem, the app, everything.  no joy please help

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22 hours ago
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AntonVContributor I
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latest Sonos App and Sub gen 3

Since the last Sonos App update my Sub gen 3 doesn't work anymore. I cannot even connect it anymore.I am very disappointed in Sonos. The problem started with the new Sonos App. Please but back the old Sonos App in the Google Play.I bought the Arc and Sub gen 3 just 3 weeks ago and now I have problems already?Anyone else experiencing this problem en know the solution? Sonos don't have a solution at the moment.

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Bob235178
22 hours ago
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AJS2Contributor I
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Sonos Beam Microphone no longer functioning

Microphone, microphone light, (and Alexa), no longer functioning after factory reset and reinstalling under a new account. The main led light is functioning and the Beam itself is working ok, along with my 2 Play:1 speakers as surround sound.Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

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Bibs0nContributor I
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Era 300 inverted surrounds

Hi, I read around a month ago that inverting the era 300 was not fully supported in the software yet, was looking for some info on this topic, is it fully supported yet? If not when is it likely? and also can anyone explain what not fully supported actually means.

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swoop666Contributor I
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Sonos Arc,Sony VPL-XW5000ES with HD FURY Arcana??

Has anyone tried this…...Appears it should work correctly??If so…...what switch did you use? Thank You in AdvanceRob

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Jamie A
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Vergil666dmcContributor I
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sonos 5.1 volume control

Im currently using a playbar, sonos 1s and subwoofer for my living room  i find that the playbar is a bit quiet is there a way to turn up the playbar whilst not doing that for other speakers almost an individual control for each speaker would be great.

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ActarusAvid Contributor I
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Sonos Arc and wired subwoofer from other brands such as: Dali

Good morning,I wondered about the Sonos Arc soundbar system. If you don't first buy a dedicated Sonos subwoofer to pair with the Arc. Can we connect our subwoofer that we have on our wired 5.1 home cinema set via optical audio output? Best regardsActarus

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lmleung7Contributor I
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Sonos Beam 2 lost connection with Samsung TV, which is connecting thru eARC

Background InfoSonos App Version 15.9 Sonos OS S2 Build 75146030 Sonos System Beam Gen 2 ver159 build 75146030 Sub mini ver 15.9 build 7516030 Samsung TV QE75QN85BATXXU Sonos Beam 2 connects with Samsung TV with eARC Problem- After TV is off & on, the TV will lost the connection of Sonos Beam and output the audio with internal speaker WorkaroundPower off the Sonos and Power on the Sonos. The TV will re-connect to the Beam.Tried to reset the Sonos Beam or Power off sonos beam&TV + Disconnect sonos beam + Power on sonos beam&TV + connect sonos beam. But the problem still exists. Please kindly advise how to resolve the issue

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CPash84Contributor II
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Feature Request: TV Set Top Box

With the new App Update now released, our thoughts will be turning to the likely upcoming release of the Headphones. Another rumoured new product for Sonos is a Set Top Box.  You might question the benefits of this device with an already busy market of Streaming boxes and Sticks eg Apple, Amazon, Roku etc. What I'm really hoping is Sonos sees this device as the gateway to Sonos Wireless Home Cinema.  What I really would like to see, is for the Set Top Box to allow for wireless connectivity to Speakers for TV Audio (not just Soundbar).  I listen to more music than I do watch movies and I prefer the Stereo Seperation and wide sound stage of 2 Speakers rather than that of what a Sonos Soundbar produces.  And I don't want multiple devices up front to accommodate different needs eg Soundbar for TV, Speakers for Music. This technology already exists, as seen with Apple, Amazon, Samsung etc providing wireless Home Cinema. How can they do it? Because they have the hardware (TV, Stick, Box) to

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