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I have an original PlayBar that is hardwired to the net work. I’m using S2 as a controller. When I’m streaming music (Amazon or Spotify) it will intermittently disconnect. This happened initially when I was running the PlayBar on Wi-Fi and hoped that hard wiring it with it fix the issue. All other wireless speakers (newer than the Playbar) do not have this issue. I have re-authorized both Amazon and Spotify with out any luck.  There is never any interruption in TV audio.  I am using Eero Pro model 8010001 Wi-Fi router. I am guessing it’s the older Wi-Fi radio in the PlayBar?  Any thoughts on fixing this issue?

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Best answer by Ken_Griffiths 12 December 2022, 12:55

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I changed my Sony to Simple IP, and another remote option change to RS232 and it worked. Music no longer cuts out 

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Hello everyone, good news for me. I followed the advice of a discussion, where I was advised to activate simple IP control on my television. I did and since then I have had no cuts. I put the link of the discussion, I hope it will also work for those who have the same problem. Best wishes.

 

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Hey guys,

Here is the update: I can confirm, seems like the problem is solved. Cannot tell witch action fixed the issue, the RS232 settings change, or applying the latest firmware on the Sony (however I was behind only one version, maybe about two months ago),

but finally I can enjoy music on the Playbar without interruptions. 

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Hello everyone,
I explained my problem to Sony and here is their answer:

Dear Mr Roman,

I am following up on your email concerning the sound cuts on the sound bar when it is connected to the XR-77A83K television.
I am sorry for the concern you are having.
Please rest assured that the TV has the latest software version: PKG.6.6070..EUA
if not, update it:
https://www.sony.fr/electronics/support/oled-tvs-android-a80k_a83k_a84k-series/xr-77a83k/software/00283238

In addition, I will report your request to the dedicated service.
Also note that Sony does not guarantee full compatibility with third-party devices.
Please accept, the expression of our distinguished feelings.
Michael

SONY SUPPORT TEAM
SUPPORT: http://www.sony.fr/support/fr

Obviously I am not satisfied with this answer and answered them that it is not normal that their TV, in standby, continues to send a signal via the optical cable, which disturbs the reading of another source on my soundbar. Compatible or not compatible, it should not happen! I hope they will correct this issue.
Then, Sonos, can also try to correct this problem, by not taking into account the optical signal, when the source is not the TV!
In fact, I endure and wait, hope.

Ken_Griffiths

Yes it is hardwired.  My fear is that it will take a newer Sonos sound bar to overcome (pricey). 

…and you might end up with the same issue if the problem lies elsewhere🤷‍♂️. I would certainly try the things suggested and if you cannot resolve the playback-interruption, then within 10 minutes of encountering the issue, submit a system diagnostic and note, or post, it’s reference back here and then contact/chat with the Sonos Support Staff via this LINK and see if they can see any issues with the device.

N

I have the exact same issue. My Playbar used to be connected to a 8-9 years old Samsung LCD TV via optic cable, and I had no problems playing music or watching TV. A year ago I bought a new Sony LED TV and watching TV is not a problem, but when I am listening to music, wether the TV is on or off, the music cuts out 1-2 times per minute for about 5-10 seconds.

I have tried EVERYTHING, but the only thing that works, is when I disconnect the optic cable from the TV. I thought I was the only one with this problem, nice to know it is not me. Think it is a software/signal issue, between Playbar and TV. Yes the Playbar is old hardware, but bought it from new about four years ago, so should at least last for another half decade without disconnecting the wires when switching between music and TV.

Wow, I’m having the same issue. It started when we replace our old tv to a new Sony OLED/

I called Sonos support, and I was instantly told they are aware of the issue (music interruption), and it is the Sony television. Wow, I would never think about that, I was sure it’s a network issue.

As a workaround, they suggested to set RS232 control to serial in the tv’s menu. I need to see yet if it helps/

Z

I have the exact same issue. My Playbar used to be connected to a 8-9 years old Samsung LCD TV via optic cable, and I had no problems playing music or watching TV. A year ago I bought a new Sony LED TV and watching TV is not a problem, but when I am listening to music, wether the TV is on or off, the music cuts out 1-2 times per minute for about 5-10 seconds.

I have tried EVERYTHING, but the only thing that works, is when I disconnect the optic cable from the TV. I thought I was the only one with this problem, nice to know it is not me. Think it is a software/signal issue, between Playbar and TV. Yes the Playbar is old hardware, but bought it from new about four years ago, so should at least last for another half decade without disconnecting the wires when switching between music and TV.

Ken_Griffiths

Hello. I have the same problem since I changed my TV to a sony Oled XR-77A83K.
When the optical cable is connected I have music playback cuts, even TV on standby. When I unplug the optical cable, I no longer have a cut. This comes from Sony TV optics.
I hope a solution will be found!

Did you try the above suggestion mentioned by @nabateus?

Airgetlam

That won’t be the case, unless there is an electrical failure in your specific device. Since the inception of Sonos, they have never forced upgrades of any speaker, they all remain supported. The only devices that have been ‘retired’ are not speakers, but an old 30 pin iPad connector, and a physical remote control.

At the least, I’d suggest a reset of your local network, by unplugging the PLAYBAR from power, then rebooting your router. Give the router a couple of minutes to boot up before plugging the PLAYBAR back in to power. 

Bruce
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Okay. Yes for me the problem comes from the tv. Before I already had a Sony Bravia tv, with optical output and I didn't have this problem. I will contact sony support and let you know.
Thanks very much.

P

Same problem here . . . . Playbar optical from TV.

All works fine but streaming music etc drops with optical connected.

It used to do it with my LG TV and now with my newer TCL as well.

A simple fix I’ve found is by putting a fairly cheap optical switch with remote inline.

When I stream, I change the optical switch to a different input - problem solved. (kinda the same as disconnecting optical)

 

controlav
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Can’t you just disable Autoplay on the Playbar? Then if a signal shows up on the optical input it will be ignored, until you explicitly switch to TV on the Sonos app.

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I have an original PlayBar that is hardwired to the net work. I’m using S2 as a controller. When I’m streaming music (Amazon or Spotify) it will intermittently disconnect. This happened initially when I was running the PlayBar on Wi-Fi and hoped that hard wiring it with it fix the issue. All other wireless speakers (newer than the Playbar) do not have this issue. I have re-authorized both Amazon and Spotify with out any luck.  There is never any interruption in TV audio.  I am using Eero Pro model 8010001 Wi-Fi router. I am guessing it’s the older Wi-Fi radio in the PlayBar?  Any thoughts on fixing this issue?

I just resolved this issue on my system. See this thread: 

Sound cuts out of wired PlayBar | Sonos Community

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I deactivated Autoplay TV on Playbar, but unfortunately it does not change anything, when listening to music library or radio, the sound bar regularly cuts about 7s. Thanks for the idea.

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It's annoying why is a turned off TV putting out something on the optical out? And more to the point why does the Sonos listen to it, when it's set to a different input? Annoying, now I've discovered just leaving the TV on (as a massive digital photo frame) while I listen to music works. I can live with it. Can't see Sonos fixing it.

Ken_Griffiths

Is the Playbar hardwired direct to the router itself? If not, then I would certainly try that (if practicable) to rule out anything else along the path and even try a different network port on the router and Ethernet cable, to also rule out those things. Of course it might be the WAN connection too or a combination of things, although that seems less-likely if all works fine with your other (newer) Sonos players.

N

Yes it is hardwired.  My fear is that it will take a newer Sonos sound bar to overcome (pricey). 

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Hello. I have the same problem since I changed my TV to a sony Oled XR-77A83K.
When the optical cable is connected I have music playback cuts, even TV on standby. When I unplug the optical cable, I no longer have a cut. This comes from Sony TV optics.
I hope a solution will be found!

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I searched on my Sony Oled XR-77A83K TV, and I can't find any adjustment concerning the rs232, as described on the link
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00154270
Maybe I'm doing it wrong, but even on the sony manual for my tv, I can't find anything about the rs232. If anyone has a solution ?

Ken_Griffiths

I searched on my Sony Oled XR-77A83K TV, and I can't find any adjustment concerning the rs232, as described on the link
https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00154270
Maybe I'm doing it wrong, but even on the sony manual for my tv, I can't find anything about the rs232. If anyone has a solution ?

If you haven’t done so already, I would maybe speak with Sony Support and see what they say, as the connected Sonos HT device (or any optical connected device for that matter) will only play what is sent to it in a timely matter - it’s a one-way connection only to the speaker. So the issue will likely be down to the Sony TV (or the connecting optical cable) I suspect. I would just see what Sony Support Staff can recommend.

buzz

Are you “reserving” IP addresses for SONOS?

J

My Playbar is operating perfectly wirelessly. And if you have wired your Playbar then "older wifi" could not possibly be the problem.

Does the problem arise when just your Playbar is playing or does it only arise when grouped with other speakers? 

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Has anyone had any update on this. I’m pretty sure I’m getting the same issue. Dropouts in audio (not the TV audio) but any other source on my playbar e.g. Spotify or Turnable via Line In on a play 5.

Only the playbar drops. Tried turning off RS232 no luck.

K

I have this same problem, music only cutting out.   Playbar and Sony OLED TV.    But my problems started more recently, after I bought a sub.    And it seems to vary in that it can be worse at times.    It works now when I disconnect the optical cable - thanks for that.   Hardwired to Ethernet.    I usually play music from my server.    I also spoke to technical support awhile back - did not help.    
 

So annoying.

K

Changing remote control to RS232 seems to work for me.  
 

Thanks!

 

It’s kind of scary how dependent it is on the software.  Man, I hope Sonos doesn’t go out of business in my lifetime, or the lifetime of my system, whichever comes first.

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