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Home Theater Speaker Layouts

You can only add two surround speakers to a Sonos home theater setup. I would use the Era 300s as surrounds with the Arc and use the One SLs...
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Maximum amount of speakers supported in a surround sound setup for Home...

You can add up to two Subs (one must be a Gen 3) and two surround speakers to a Sonos home theater setup. So if you want to use the Era 300s...
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Sonos Arc and Sub (gen 3) - network connection preference?

Can you please tell me if it’s possible to have your Arc connected to a network cable, whilst having your sub connected to WiFi? It appears at the moment that Arc has Wifi enabled, so that the sub can connect to it, would that be right?If the network cable is left in the Arc, will it still be a hard wired connection or WiFi? I just want the best connection for my Arc? Thanks in advance.

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User7773Contributor I
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Sonos Arc Wall Mount template

Hi Guys,   I’m expecting delivery of my Arc tomorrow, this will be replacing my playbar. I understand that the Arc mount is quite different to the playbar so will need to drill new holes. My question is do you get a mounting template when you purchase the sonos specific mount to make the install easier?   Kind Regards

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No Sound - AppleTV 4K + Sony TV + Sonos Beam

Pretty straight-forward setup: AppleTV 4K connected to HDMI 2 on my Sony TV. HDMI-ARC out of the Sony into my Sonos Beam. This was working perfectly.Now, a mystery: I moved into a new home, hooked everything up in the same way as before (I think!) and now I can't get sound from the AppleTV to the Beam. My Sony TV is set to 'external speakers' (it did this automatically when I connected the HDMI cable from the ARC port to the Sonos. The Sonos itself is working otherwise (i.e. I can play music through it either via the Sonos app or by AirPlay).Suggestions? I'm going mad!

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jjcatsContributor II
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Apple TV 4k and Sonos Arc

I have Apple TV 4K and just purchased the Sonos Arc. My question is there anyway to take advantage of Dolby Atmos and if not what would be the best way to connect the Apple TV 4K up to my TV. I do have one port on my TV that says HDMI ARC but not sure how to get the best sound for the Sonos Arc. I understand there may be an update soon from Sonos to help get the best sound possible. I would appreciate any feedback. Thank you.

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JaakkoContributor I
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Sonos One SL's not working with Arc while watching TV

Hi All, I have a setup of Sonos Arc + 2x Sonos One SL’s. Problem is that I can play music as a surround sound perfectly, but with the TV I can’t get any the sound form the One’s. Arc is connected to TV with Hdmi ARC connection and the TV (Philips 65PUS7803 65" Smart Android 4K) does support Dolby Digital Plus and I have the Dolby Digital Plus setting active. Somehow I get the sound only from the Arc while watching TV but surround sound with arc + One’s while listening music from Spotify via Sonos app.  Any suggestions how to fix this to get the surround sound while watching TV?

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Mouli kandregulaContributor I
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Optical Audio Adaptor with other brand soundbar?

Hello,I want to try connecting Apple TV Optical Out to Samsung Home theatre HDMI ARC using Sonos Optical Audio Adaptor. Does that work?Any Suggestions or alternatives?

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wretling.erikContributor I
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dolby atmos via somos arc through ARC?

    I have à Sony ag8 oled tv With hdmi ARC, and not eARC. Do Anyone know in my tv can play atmos sound trough Sonos arc trough hdmi arc or is that impossible to me to get atmos sound through the arc? It haves  Dolby™ Digital, Dolby™ Digital Plus. my tv:https://www.techradar.com/reviews/sony-a8gag8-oled-tv

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moleary33Contributor I
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Want to connect beam to xbox one without TV

I have a projector which does not have ARC/optical audio output.    I want to connect the beam to the xbox one optical output and then the xbox to the projector.    In setting up the beam it asks to test connection and doesnt work from there. Anyone know if i can connect the Sonos Beam directly to xbox vs TV.

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badobsession81Contributor II
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Wall mounting Beam on dot and dab taylor wimpey wall

Hi all DIY is not my thing, so might just get a handyman. But before I do, just wondered if anyone knew which fixing method I should use for dot and dab wall on a new build Taylor Wimpey home. It’s dot and dab and/or metal studs.  Some YouTube vids suggest treating dab sections as solid wall and non dab sections as hollow. Does this mean I should or shouldn’t use the anchors provided in the wall mount kit?   help appreciated     

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wizawuzaContributor I
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Can we use the Sonos Arc with acoustically transparent projector screens? And how high can we go with the arc?

I have a good amount of Sonos equipment now, but I want to upgrade my Playbar to an arc and upgrade my old 1080p tv to a giant projector. Due to my fireplace setup, I need to do a motorized projector screen and need to have any soundbar/center channel behind the screen, and therefore need an acoustically transparent screen. Now, normal speakers would work great behind the screen, but will a Dolby Atmos Sonos Arc? Will that be okay? Due to the somewhat high height of the mantel (5ft high in a 9ft room), is it also okay to place the Sonos Arc up that high? Thank you all for your help. p.s. - I know there may be e-arc concerns about this setup, I’m less worried about that for now, my main concern at the moment is the acoustically transparent screen and the placement height.

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BaspurContributor I
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how to add a wired Sub with an Arc connected to TV and an Amp driving rear speakers

I have an arc that is connected to the tv via the HDMI to optical adapter being used as front 3 speakers. I have an amp driving wired rear speakers. These are currently synced via the Sonos app (but I haven’t designated the amp as surround speakers). I have a quality wired sub coming back from another house soon that I want to connect to use this all together for tv and music, essentially HT setup. If I’m reading correctly I can’t use the wired connection for the sub on the amp and then use the amp in the way I’ve described without sync/ timing issues. Anyway around this or am I getting this wrong? help appreciated!

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ambrosgmContributor I
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Sonos arc won't connect to wifi or Ethernet

Just got my Sonos Arc and sub gen3. The sub connected to my WiFi without a problem. The arc won't connect. I tried Ethernet, reset my router, bought a new Ethernet cord, and even moved everything right next to my router. Still won't connect. Any suggestions on what to do next? Very disappointing after spending so much on these products. Hopefully I can get it to work.  I'm using Android phone for Sonos app. I have a spectrum router. Literally every other thing I have connects to the WiFi without a problem. Only issue is the Sonos Arc. I do have an older 1080p TV.

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jaysevContributor I
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Is it possible to connect a Sonos Beam to a TV with a RCA digital output port...

I purchased a Sonos Beam and found that it had wires to connect to either an ARC HDMI port or an optical digital audio output port on the TV,  My TV has only an audio digital RCA type port and the analog output ports.  Is there any way to connect using these ports - see image - If not, I will return the Beam. 

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jackson023Contributor I
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Connect Sonos Beam Wirelessly to TV

Is it possible to connect my TV wirelessly to my Beam, my Beam is connected to 2 Sonos Ones also. (Technically I don’t have a TV, my Beam is connected to my laptop but don’t this it makes a difference. To connect the beam to my laptop I use the optical adapter connected to an external soundcard and into my laptop, works great but looking to take it wireless)

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Bpcook12Contributor I
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Arc + Move

I’m completely new to Sonos. Have the Arc + Sub (gen 3) coming whenever it’s off backorder.  I’m also interested in upgrading my Bluetooth speaker to the Move. I know when watching movies I wouldn’t be able to pair the Arc & Move…. but if having parties and want the Move outdoors, could I stream the same music through both simultaneously for inside and out? 

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Mechanic10Contributor I
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Connecting playbar to smart tv without optical Cable- using wifi or bluetooth?

Hello;  I just purchased  Sonos playbar.I am trying to connect it to my Sony Bravia Smart TV without using optical cable. I would like using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth instead. Is it possible? There is no option on th app that could let you pair a device via WiFi or Bluetooth. Any thoughts? Thank you

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How do I TruePlay in a large room

I have a Family room open to a dining room and kitchen.   The only place where people will view the TV is the Family room (see picture).   When I walk around with the Trueplay setup, should I skip the dining room and just concentrate on the main listening area?   I have no nearby wall to bounce off of to the left.     

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yankainContributor I
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Upgrading Sonos Playbar in 5.1 set-up to Arc 5.1 set-up with minimal efforts

So with my Arc on the way, I am preparing for upgrade. And the question is, did Sonos thought about “easy swap” option. Obviously vast majority of Arc buyers will be current Playbar owners and Ithought it would be nice to have a swap option in the app. So is there any easy swap option in the app to update Playbar to Arc? Or I should everything myself, dismantle current 5.1, reset Playbar and then set-up 5.1 again with Arc?

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Hisense H7C Uktra 4K with Arc - will it work?

I have searched and searched with no luck.    I have a Hisense H7C Series 4K TV that has an Arc port, but eArc port. It’s about 3 years old.  Can I get an Atmos signal through through to a Sonos Arc? I want one, but cannot determine if it will work. Also, I know I would need to get a new streaming box as the Apple TV and Amazon Fires I have connected don’t support Atmos. What do you recommend for Atmos with the Sonos Arc and this low end 4K TV (if it will even work)? Thanks for any help. I am done searching. I also called Hisense and they need the serial #, which is on the back of the TV and mounted on a wall. Not really thrilled with taking the TV down to find the serial #, so thought I’d try here.  Thanks, Robert  

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Playbar incompatible S1

Hi   new to all this, have just brought a Sonos Playbar, downloaded the Sonos app but when I try to setup the bar after pressing the buttons on the side as requested I get a message saying  Playbar incompatible You need the modern Sonos app to set up your system using this product. To add this modern product to your legacy app, set up a legacy product first then add Playbar.   I do not understand this as I am using the latest version of the app, any help appreciated as I am losing patience with this. Thanks.

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MidnightbroncoContributor I
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surround speakers not working

I have just added two sonos one’s gen 2 to my beam (no sub) . and successfully set up the surround sound system and the app recognizes that I have a beam with the two speaker. Only the beam produces sound I can also control the volume on the beam from either speaker so I’m defiantly connected to the beam but sill no sound. Same result for TV, Music and movie. All so  tried rebooting router, beam and speakers still no sound. Help !!!! 

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bramschatsContributor I
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Sonos Beam connected to TV with HDMI ARC with internet?

Hello, Just a day ago my beam stopped working (could nog connect to internet).   I thought my beam was connected via HDMI and was having internet from the HDMI cable on my TV. Trying to fix this issue kept me busy because I could nog get it fixed using internet over HDMI cable…!  Does the beam connects to HDMI using internet or was it just my wifi connection wich worked when I unplugged the cable… 🙈? Hope someone can solve this case!

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KemskiTrending Lyricist I
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Volume Control not working with Remote

Hi   Got a play bar and 2 play 1’s as surround sound for my TV.    The volume up has stopped working.    I’ve reconnected it via the app, followed all the prompts and it’s says it’s connected.    The light comes on when turning volume down but not when turning volume up. The lights worked when I reconnected in the app but doesn’t work.    Any ideas? 

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Control all devices with TV remote

I have Beam connected to TV (optic audio connection). 2x SONOS-Ones paired, then can group together with Beam I can get Beam volume controlled by TV remote. However when TV off/on, TV audio only reverts to only coming from Beam. With SONOS App I have to regroup Ones to Beam.  Audio also comes from TV speakers - have to effectively set up remote each time.  My objective is two fold Group all speakers, hopefully giving stereo/surround effect, and allow master volume to be consistently managed by TV remote.  Stream music, using Airplay at moment as I get used to setting up system, without compromising TV volume control when I switch back to TV. 

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Surround: Beam + 2 x Sonos One - how good is it REALLY working ?

Hello everyboy, I see this advertised in the presentation sections of Sonos One SL: “Use a pair as rear home theatre surrounds with Playbar, Playbase, or Beam.“. I get how it works theoretically. What I’m worried about is: the sound comes from the TV to the Beam through HDMI, but then from the Beam to the OneSL rear speakers through Wi-fi. Because of this, isn’t there some (very small, but still...) delay ? IMO, there’s no way a wi-fi connection can be as fast as the cabled one. And if there would be a delay, there’s nothing the Beam can do through software, as it doesn’t receive the sound any sooner that the moment when the TV outputs it… Who has set up and is using such a configuration ? What can you tell me, am I worried for nothing ? Is this really working ok, without any delay issues ? Thanks.

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