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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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Daren56Trending Lyricist I
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Atmos sound through TV

Hi all…I’m having a problem with the sound output on my Arc and 2 x Sonos 1 rears. I’ve done the basics right - e arc connection on TV and ‘Auto’ on the sound settings on the TV, but sometimes, say, through the native Netflix app for instance, a film that states Atmos will state “Dolby Multichannel 2.0 PCM on the Sonos app. It doesn’t always happen, so I know my set-up is ok. Is this Netflix not showing the correct sound output?Thanks in advance.

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Dadoo64Contributor I
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sub

Comment fait ton pour pouvoir faire réparé un subA qui s'adresse?

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GoohubContributor I
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blinking red light samsung TV

Hello,  I have a beam gen 2 connected to my samsung tv with HDMI eARC and set up Alexa for voice control.It’s working great for all alexa’s request except the one regarding the TV. turning the tv on and off with alexa sometimes doesn’t work. I noticed that the tv had a blinking power red light. I think it’s related with the beam because when I unplug it the red light is not blinking anymore and the command works.Is there anything I can do to fix that ? I can’t disable HDMI CEC just for the sonos, on the samsung it’s all or nothing for CEC (anynet).I already try to unplug tv for 60 sec, it works for like 30 sec and then the blinking starts again.Hope I find a solution. Regards,Hugo

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chuckieznycContributor II
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Y-splitting LFE on Amp

I have the following setup in backyard: Amp connected to outdoor 3rd party speakersAmp LFE connected to dedicated sub amp LFE input I plan to add another Amp and 2 more speakers to create surround sound for movies. If I wanted to add another sub with its own dedicated amp, can I do the following?1. Y-split the LFE output of the primary Amp that's powering my current speakers and connect the split connection to 2nd sub amp?2. Can I use the LFE output of the 2nd Amp (powering surround speakers) and connect it to the LFE input of the 2nd sub amp? TIA!

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flybymeEnthusiast II
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central driver disabled...

I would like to ask also to whom have the 2 ERA 300 as surround speaker...the fact that the central facing driver is disabled, when listenting to NON Atmos music is the sound worst than having for exemple 2 surround ERA 100 or Ones?I am still unsure if to add 2 ERA 300 or 100 to my Beam gen 2+ Mini sub sistem...I watch movies and listen to streamed music (non Atmos).Thanks 

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RoninDevilAvid Contributor I
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Best settings with LG C1, Apple TV 4K and PS5, with lots of questions…

I never thought sound setting could be so complicated, the settings you need to change to make things work and no device gets it quite right. I am using a LG C1 with an Apple TV 4K and a PS5. My Sonos setup is an Arc with sub and a pair of Ones. There are numerous options to try and get the audio format that works for everything but all seem to be a compromise and fairly confusing, at least to me.Firstly the Apple TV, when the LG tv is set to passthrough there is no Dolby Digital or Dolby Digital Plus, it passes the audio as LPCM 7.1, but Atmos works. You can change format in the Apple TV settings which makes it send DD 5.1 but for some reason turns off Atmos when this is done. I am unsure why there is no way to set it to play DD for non Atmos and keep Atmos on, or why you can’t select other formats like DD Plus. I have read that LPCM is better because it is lossless. But for me Dolby sounds better, as though it is not just about channels but how Dolby separates audio sent using Dolby

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bctz123Contributor I
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Sonos Beam 2 not being detected as Dobly Atmos on Epson TW6250 Projector

Hello,So I just got the Sonos Beam 2 and want to use it to it’s full capacity, meaning Dolby Atmos.I own an Epson TW6250 projector and I use an Amazon Fire Stick Max 4k to have access to Netflix, Hbo Max, etc.The issue is that in Netflix I can’t get Atmos (I’ve changed the settings to HIGH) and when I check the Fire Stick settings, it’s set on Auto (in order to get the best sound) but Atmos is not recognised.The HDMI cable is gold plated, so the highest 4k hdmi cable out there, I paid around 100 euros for it.Can you help me fix this issue? I want to be able to enjoy Atmos!Thanks!CPS: I attached an image to showcase what I mean by Detected Audio Capabilities Dolby Atmos = No. 

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Ricardo 370zContributor I
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unable to pair arc soundbar to phone

I can't pair my arc soundbar to my cell phone. I've gone to the end of the internet with no luck. Plug Un plug set and reset stand on my head ... everything and no luck .  I need help !!

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JonasneilsonContributor I
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Connecting Virgin V6 box.

Hi, I am looking at a set up with s Samsung TV, arc, amp, four ceiling speakers and a Virgin V6 box. How does the Virgin box connect to the amp?Thanks 

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SilveraserContributor I
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hd fury showing multichannel PCM 7.1 and not Dolby atmos

Hoping to get some help in this forum.i have the input of HD FURY connected to my mac and the output which says earc audio to sonos beam 2 and the display to my Samsung TV which has a ARC port.when i play movies on my mac the output on the sonos app is showing as multi channel PCM 7.1 which I initially thought was dolby atmos but just found out its not.i have the latest version of the software and done a factory reset as well but still showing as multi channel pcm 7.1hoping someone cane help me here to get atmos through hd fury.Happy to provide more information if needed  

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matteomichhhContributor I
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Arc surround speaker

I would like to place my sonos arc inside a tv cabinet that has a niche. If I add Sonos One to make the surround, the side speakers of the sonos arc (the ones that would be used to recreate the surround) would stop working, therefore not creating problems if I insert the speaker inside the niche or would the sound still bounce?

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jippeContributor I
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sonos beam 2+ 2 sonos era 100 vs sonos beam 2 + sub mini

Hello, in your opinion, is it better to add a Sub Mini to Sonos Beam Gen 2 or add 2 Sonos era 100 speakers? My intention is to listen to music.

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BublyQcContributor I
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How come the application is not showing me the Opus codec

Hi, I have some old movies at home that I would like to watch with my family, but they have sound in DTS-HDMA, which my soundbar and TV do not support. So, my solution is to convert the DTS-HDMA to Opus. However, when I start playing the movie, the application displays "Dolby Digital Plus," "Dolby Digital," or "PCM Multichannel 5.1." I'm wondering if this is normal. My TV is configured with eARC and pass-through, but I don't know if that helps. I've tried everything, and I'm confused.  

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shadey0062Contributor I
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how do i split a surround group arc+2era+2xsun3 to use 2 x era 1x 300 and a sub3 as its own group

i have many sonos speakers in my home, in the living room i have a arc + 2x era300 + 2x sub(gen3). i would like to create a group for the era 300s and one of the subs for music only without effecting the use of the sourround set when driving from arc earc tv setup.  in other words i would like to occasionally just use era 300s and a sub when listen to music only.

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Renato12345678Contributor II
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"mobile" rear channels

Hi,Due that Sonos don't want to give us the joy for a completely wireless speakers to be used as rear channels I have a question. What happens if I bond 2 era 100 to my arc only when I need them?When arc plays without detect rear channel it works the same as it would be in stand alone configuration or I have set up every time stand alone configuration?Rear speaker would dedicated only to this use but I can't leave them always in place and i don't want every time configure them as rear channels or stand alone.ThanksRenato 

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Cminh25Contributor I
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Can I add a Bluetooth adapter to the connect amp for Apple Tv?

I am trying to use the connect amp with my apple tv. After some reading I noticed this model doesn’t offer airplay. Would a bluetooth adapter work? Any advise is much appreciated. Thanks

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Mestepe00Contributor I
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sonos arc reading multi channel pcm

Hello my Sonos arc within the last month started reading multi channel pcm instead of dolby digital 5.1.  The sound quality is not as vibrant as with dollby digital since day 1 of owning always read DD.  I have a Sony A80j arc sonos sub and 2 surrounds hooked up with sonos amp.  Not sure if an update has caused this problem or if its an apple tv problem but weird since it has always read DD.  Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

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Clinical PrecisionProminent Collaborator I
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Sub mini subtle popping/crackling noises

I’ve had a Sub Mini for a couple of months connected to Beam Gen 1. Been very pleased with the extra oomph. This week there was some kind of glitch with the Wi-Fi - my work laptop disconnected unexpectedly and Windows showed the globe symbol rather than the ‘curvy line’ connected to Wi-Fi symbol. I managed to connect the laptop to the Wi-Fi after a few minutes. The next day I noticed not all Sonos speakers were showing in the app and it was inconsistent, some speakers appearing/disappearing as I watched! I eventually decided to turn off the router and speakers, then turn them on one by one once router was back up and running. This solved the problem and all speakers consistently show in the app but ever since there has been a relatively quiet pop/crackle emitting from the Sub Mini when it is idle ie. TV on but no sound pushing through it - when perusing Netflix menu for example.As soon as we start a movie the Sub mini functions as normal. When we pause the movie the noise starts again

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ChinwaggerContributor I
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Unable to Group Speakers

Unable to group speakers I could a week ago but suddenly the functionality has disappeared. Any ideas what may have gone wrong?Version: 15.3 (build 72240060)

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vjkAvid Contributor I
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What does Arc Side Speakers Output when paired with 300s

I have tested with Dolby Labs > Functional Testing Album > Atmos 7.1.4 Track on Apple Music and the Arc side speakers outputs Left and Right channels respectively when paired with the OneSLs. What does the Arc side speakers output with 300s? Thank you.

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UzmanContributor I
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Era 300 - Ray

Hello,I wanna ask someone that era 300 and Ray compatible with each other?Will the two each other?Thanks in advance.

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HeuchContributor I
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barre sonos arc

La diodé reste en blanc même si j’ai éteint le tv normal ou pas 

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martin-k-f-pContributor I
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SONOS BEAM GEN 2

Good morning. First of all, I apologize for my English because I'm from Poland and I don't know English very well. PLEASE HELP me with two issues related to SONOS BEAM GEN 2: 1) I have Everything configured correctly, the infrared remote control from SONOS works and with the TV, HOW I SWITCH OFF the TV but Sonos still lights up And sonos stays on - how to turn off SONOS BEAM GEN2 (without unplugging), no manual finishing option anywhere? , , , ( 2) THE INFRARED REMOTE WORKS GOOD, but I also have a MUCH better second remote control for the TV, but about bluetooth connectivity - how can i connect such a remote control with SONOS BEAM 2 - I don't know how to pair such a bluetooth remote control?,  , , How do I put Sonos Beam gen2 into bluetooth pairing state?, , , (3) Will turning off Sonos Beam gen2 every dozen or so hours not hurt the device? , , (4) What are the configurations of holding down the button on the back (the one for quick connection), How much longer can I hold what's going

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dallasnickContributor I
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sonos arc, amp

Im using an arc for the tv, four in ceiling speakers for surround to an amp and would like to have a in ceiling sub connected possibly into another amp, is this possible, haven't tried to set it up yet, i know when you use your amp for surround you can't use your own sub but if I put another amp in the system could this work

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Davega92Contributor I
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Sonos arc no Synchronize my tv or ps5 I dont know

I have Xiaomi P1 but the audio dont match it looks only on the ps5, I have the option to put the sound passthrough instead of automatic but I dont know if that option is removing the potencial the arc have or if there is another solution. 

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