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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
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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Mitchell Kivits
Mitchell KivitsContributor II
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Sonos Connect not turning on AV receiver

Hi, I have an Intergra DRX-5.2 (works with sonos) with a sonos connect attached to the CD input. There is also several other speakers in the sonos system.  Recently the Connect has stopped switching ON the Integra. Sonos still plays through the receiver but i need to turn it on manually and select the CD input.All devices are hardwired. In the Works with Sonos settings menu of the Integra it lists connected device with the correct IP adres,Any suggestions

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Mitchell Kivits
1 year ago
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tomp1Contributor III
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integrating sonos sub into non sonos surround sound aystem?

So I have a sonos beam and am going to buy a sonos sub Gen 3. but I *also* have an existing, fairly old, denon AVR and 5.1 surround sound system with ceiling speakers (but currently no sub).Most of the time I just use the beam because the ceiling speakers are right under the kids beds.but I do sometimes like to use the ceiling speakers instead, for watching movies with proper surround sound.what I was wondering is if there is any way to use the sub as the bass with the existing system, without the beam? Maybe with a sonos port but not quite sure how?the beam receives the exact same audio input as the AVR (via HDMI) so the sound data would already be inside the sonos system, if you get me. 

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1 year ago
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HeddeRolfContributor I
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Sonos kills my local network

I have a Jensen Omni mesh LAN. When using Sonos Beam the TV stops and starts searching. The screen becomes unclear. 

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Corry P
1 year ago
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rsmsinghContributor I
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How do I setup Home Theatre using 2 Era 300 + 2 One + Sub + Arc

Currently, I have Arc  + 2 Sonos One as rear speakers + Sub Woofer (Gen 3). I would like to buy 2 Era 300. CAn I use as front speakers and create Dolby+Atmos+ Surround effect. Pls. suggest. 

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1 year ago
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crossface2008Contributor III
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Era 300 Atmos/spatial audio question

My setup is Arc + Sub x 2.  I just sold my 2 Ones as my rear surrounds and pre-ordered 2 Era 300s.  Will my shelves in these pictures disrupt the upward firing tweeters if one of my rear Era 300 is mounted on the rear wall?  Or is it not enough to worry about?  I saw something online saying if you have to mount <2 ft of the ceiling, to mount them upside down.  I can move these shelves relatively easily, if needed.*note, don’t mind the yoga mat and roller in the corner.  Those will be moved.  

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1 year ago
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KLF EternalContributor I
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Era 300 - front speaker sound

Hello, I just wanted to see if anyone else has noticed the lack of any sort of sound from the front section/grill of the Era 300? I appreciate this might be expected but just wanted to check. 

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1 year ago
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RexorgContributor II
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Dolby Digital Plus 2.0

Setup:  LG OLED65C2PUA (2022 model with eArc) with Sonos Beam 2; One SLs surrounds; and Sub Mini with Tivo (Android TV) Mini via 600 Mbps fiber optic.Problem:  While watching broadcast TV channels the audio on S2 now showing Stereo PCM or Dolby Digital Plus 2.0, and sometimes Dolby Multichannel PCM 2.0, but I used to get Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 before software update of the Tivo MiniI get Dolby Atmos and DD+ 5.1 while using Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max for streaming services

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1 year ago
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Eckert56
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What Speakers to pair with Ray?

I just bought a Ray soundbar, the basic for a surround system with my TV. But I want good quality stereo while listening to Spotify and more volume capactiy together with better bass. I am undecided between purchasing two Sonos One speakers, the Era 300 or a subwoofer. does the Era 300 have a good woofer (bass) component/sound? And if I were to buy the sub mini woofer does that add volume capacity as well as better bass? Any other suggestions appreciated.

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jgatie
1 year ago
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Richuk210Contributor I
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Grouping Sonos One and Beam

Hi, I currently have a Sonos One but we want to by a Sonos Beam for the TV. I want both of these speakers to play the same music at the same time using amazon music\Alexa. I also want the beam to be a TV speaker on its own for TV use when needed. Is it as simple as just grouping the 2 together in the app? At the moment when I ask an Alexa device (Echo) to play music, the default speaker is the Sonos. With 2 Sonos speakers grouped will this still work in the same way and just play through both beam and Sonos one?Thanks!

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1 year ago
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RamenContributor I
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can sonos era 300 added to sonos beam gen 2 along with two sonos 100

I am planning to purchase two era 100 speakers for stereo pairing with my Sonos beam gen 2. Is it possible to add one sonos era 300 speaker to this set up instead of a subwoofer to make it 5.1.2 home theater system. 

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melvimbe
1 year ago
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Nouméa687Contributor I
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wifi connection impossible

3 hours with Sonos support . Tried everything (fixed max address, changed wifi channel , unique 2,4 wifi band, ) nothing works . My Sonos arc that used to connect well does not connect anymore help . Desperate ☺️ nicolas 

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controlav
1 year ago
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5thumbsContributor I
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Possible to use Sonos Era pair with and without the Beam?

I have two sonos speakers (Era 100) that I have hooked up for surround on my TV with a Beam (2nd Gen).  Is it possible to use the Eros 100 Pair of speakers to listen to music independent of the soundbar?

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1 year ago
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edmarriottContributor II
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Can't set up Ray- no PIN

I am trying to set up a refurbished Ray. I have existing Sonos. The unit is not playing a chime and the PIN and there is no pin code on the back of the unit by the connectors. CS don’t have any further advice. I have done a reset. Please help! thanks. 

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Airgetlam
1 year ago
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Mart the FartAvid Contributor I
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Sonos Era300 wall mounts

Please could someone kindly help.. regarding the Era300 wall mounts….are they suitable for rear wall position AND side wall positioning? From looking at the photos of them they look like rear wall only, unless of course there’s sufficient ‘swivel’ movement to still leave a 8” gap between the side edge of the speaker and the wall.thank you

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shopstewardContributor I
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DTS HD

I am continually frustrated by the lack of support for DTS HD /MA /X A lot of 4K releases have these audio soundtracks and Not Dolby Atmos and although I have the Sonos Flagship Arc I cannot enjoy these movies at their best because I get a message saying audio not supported which then causes me to choose a lower sounding option can you please provide an update so that I and many other users can enjoy our media at its best kind regards  Roger Stedman  

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1 year ago
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WikojContributor I
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airplay does not see Sonos Beam 2

The ability to connect via AirPlay disappears (iPhone 12 pro). Only works for a while after connecting Beam to Wi-Fi, then disappears. Is it a faulty Wi-Fi setting or a defect in Sonos Beam? Everything works fine in the Sonos app.Sonos Beam 2 bought 3 days ago. 

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Airgetlam
1 year ago
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JonasneilsonContributor I
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Home Cinema Set Up

I’m looking to create a new home cinema, but the screen will not be against a wall so I can’t use a sound bar. I was thinking to 2 Era 300s as rear speakers, a sub and wonder what people would recommend as front speakers on stands or wall mounted? Also, would I also need an Amp as well? Thanks

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melvimbe
1 year ago
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AdrianiloContributor I
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reproduccion de vinilos

Tengo una sonos beam con dos sonos five traseras para cine en casa,  un par de días compré un tocadiscos y lo conecté a las sonos five sin embargo no detecta la entrada en línea, esto se debe a que las tengo configuradas como teatro en casa con la beam ?? Cómo podria realizar esta configuración ??

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Jamie A
1 year ago
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Anonymous
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ray and sl one surround

I can’t connect my Sonos one sl speakers to the ray soundbar as surround sound 

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1 year ago
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Stuck-in-the-80sContributor I
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Beta tester

Hi Sonos, I hope ive got the right place but it's been about a year now I've done the surveys etc and I swear my speaker sets are too old. I play Bluetooth,  I play with line jack cable and also a stereo system. The first two methods are essentially a small pair of C Cell operated Sony 80s speakers designed for a walkman. For me, what is important is the Bluetooth and the line in. Stereo is also important as I grew up on mono and I don't like it. Maybe being spoiled with a B&o is the issue, but I also use cassette, minidisc and cd. The B&o I can record my vinyl to cassette or MD. I used to work in a TV shop and I'm kinda critical of kit be it for me or for the consumer. I was hoping I could beta test a device that I could attach all the devices I use and listen in stereo and in clarity. I have adapted my Sonys to accept Bluetooth by the means of a pcb and regulator - battery. Go buy one, but I have big expectations... Another notable piece of info is I was also a Beta tester fo

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Corry P
1 year ago
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dichouContributor I
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impossible to connect the sonos beam to my philips 807 tv.

impossible to connect the sonos beam to my philips 807 tv.it recognizes the hdmi well but not the easy link which is activated on the televisionhow to do ?

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1 year ago
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MitchellsxEnthusiast II
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No Atmos from Apple Music app only from Sonos app

Hi All, I've updated my Sonos app to latest firmware and updated by ARC and beam gen 2. I can get atmos to play via sonos app but when using Apple Music app atmos does not appear. I only ever use the Apple Music app to stream music to my speakers, bit disappointing this doesn't work. Am I doing something wrong?

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1 year ago
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MythicbeastAvid Contributor II
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Firestick 4K and Sonos Arc both require an eArc HDMI port, only have 1

Hello,My Arc will be delivered tomorrow. I have a question about connectivity in conjunction with the 4k Firestick. In order for the 4k feature to work the Amazon Firestick must be connected to an Arc/eArc HDMI port. I’ve confirmed this is the case, no 4k on any of the other 4 HDMI ports on my TV (Vizio M75-C1) using the 4k Firestick. My TV has only 1 arc/earc HDMI port.  The SONOS Arc also requires the arc/eArc HDMI port for full functionality. What do I lose if I use the optical-out option? Are there any other connection options.  

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1 year ago
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sbmackaContributor I
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Distorted bass on Sonos Beam

Bass is distorted at medium volume. Bass on EQ is set at mid point.Have tried with the beam in different physical locations with different inputs. Have connected another Beam I have to the same service/location and it is not distorted.

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1 year ago
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CraigVasilokiContributor I
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Apple Music Sonos Arc

Hiim trying to play back Dolby atmos music from Apple Music on my iPhone to my Arc. From Apple Music I play an Atmos song, AirPlay it to the Arc.However when I go into the Sonos app on my phone it just says “AirPlay” where for a movie etc it would show “Atmos”.  Im almost certain I had it saying “Atmos” on Saturday evening from the same set up, but I’d had a bottle of wine so can’t be sure!how do I stream Atmos music to the arc please? thanks 

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