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eduzaContributor I
asked in Speakers
SONOS WIFI HEADPHONES

i HAVE SORROUND SISTEM 5.1 (SONOS PLAYBAR, SUB and 2 PLAY 1) NEED TO HAVE A HEADFONE CONECTED TO MY SONOS WIFI WHIT POSIBILITY TO HEAR SOURROUND, ETC, ETC..ARE YOU DEVELOP SOMETHING TO HELP THE PEOPLE THAT INVEST IN SONOS AND NOW CAN EAR MUSIC DURING LATE HOURS ?

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melvimbe
5 years ago
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tsylanderaContributor I
posted in Home theater
Getting Optical Connection Back to Playbar From OneConnect Box

First time poster here, and I have a question/brain teaser for the community. I'm looking at getting the new Samsung Frame, beautiful TV and value prop, hide a piece of technology in plain sight. That said they use an 'invisible connection' super thin connecting wire to their One Connect Box for all connections. I'm trying to figure out how to simply get the optical audio back from the one connect box discreetly without having to put holes in my condos walls. Right now it does defeat the purpose of an invisible connection when I have to send optical back the the Playbar I'm mounting above the TV.

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6 years ago
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cpartin001Contributor I
asked in What to get
Outdoor Speakers for Connect AMP

recommendations for outdoor speakers with 8ohms to connect 2 pair to one AMP

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K
7 years ago
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Thomas ThiryTrending Lyricist I
asked in Controllers and Music services
Speaker always disappears in Spotify's desktop app

Hi, I have a problem with my sonos speakers and the spotify windows application. I have a Connect:Amp and a Play:1. In the windows sonos controller both are listed but in spotify the play:1 is there less than half of the time. Sometimes the connect:amp also doesn't show (this one is even connected to my computer through rj45, the play:1 is on wifi). Even when I start the playback from the sonos controller, spotify won't pick it up. Sometimes when I use the android Spotify app I will see the device that doesn't show in the windows app (and probably sometimes the opposite). It is very annoying and I don't know what to do about it. Because of this I didn't buy the other speakers I wanted : I need to be sure it works fine first. Can anybody help me? I would submit a diagnostic but I don't really know when since I don't see it appear/disappear immediately and the sonos app works fine. Thanks in advance.

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7 years ago
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David LynxContributor I
asked in Home theater
Sending Sony receiver surround to Sonos speakers

I have a Sony Receiver for my TV/DVD/etc I have from speakers wire to it and a subwoofer. I would like to add wireless Sonos speakers as rear speakers. Is this something the Connect:Amp would do?

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J
7 years ago
RowlandCarson
RowlandCarsonContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services
what does the alphabet list on the iOS app do?

On my iPhone 6, the Sonos app shows a list of the alphabet letters down the right-hand side of the screen when I display the "songs" listing. If I slide my finger up & down the alphabet, a larger version of each letter appears near the lower centre of the main screen. I'd expect the main list to jump to that letter when I lift off my finger but nothing seems to happen at all. I would also expect that if I tapped on a single letter that the main list would jump to that letter, but again nothing happens (other than that the adjacent song sometimes gets sleeted because of fat finger syndrome). I'm attaching a screenshot here.[img]721f8be8-2859-4b54-80e6-e679fc6fe354.png[/img] My songs are on a NAS drive (a Brennan B2) and I haven't yet grouped them into artists, albums etc as that info apparently doesn't get transferred from the B2. I have no trouble using this sort of alphabetic slider in (f'rinstance) the Contacts app on the iPhone but cannot see how it's supposed to work in the Sonos a

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MikeV
7 years ago
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AdagostoAvid Contributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services
How good is the app....really?

I do not own any Sonos products (yet). I am considering going with the Coonect and then adding a couple Play 1 to start. Currently I have a Bose SoundTouch Link and the theory was I'd go with the Bose SoundTouch line of speakers. That was until I stared using the Bose app. In short, the app is so God awful its basically unusable. To me, its so bad, I cannot justify buying into the Bose system. Here are a few features not possible with Bose app that are deal breakers: 1. When I create a playlist in Amazon Music, the playlist will not be imported into the Bose app 2. There is no way to scroll to a specific spot in a song while its playing. You cannot drag the current time back or forward. 3. You cannot search for songs within the Bose app. This has got to be the dumbest think in the world, no search. Really? Further annoyances are the screen is white. How dumb is that!! Real nice navigating in a dark lit room. Awkward interface. Its confusing to know where you are within th

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7 years ago
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jgmic1989Contributor I
asked in Home theater
sonos and samsung tv's

i thought i was happy when my 10 year old system stopped working, i was excited to get my sonos surround system, already have a Play 3. I thought i would have a easy setup, tv, via optical cable to sonos, and my 4 new speakers. but as i read all this info, i think i am screwed. tv only puts out dolby digital plus, or sts studio sound, or dts premium sound 5.1, and sonos does not like any of those. tv is a Samsung UN65ju6500F what can i do

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Stuart_W
7 years ago
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SFromContributor I
posted in Home theater
Remote doesn't work with Amazon Fire TV when using Soundbar

Here is my set up: - New Amazon fireTV made by Element - Sonos Soundbar connected to Amazon TV through optical cable and set for dolby digital. - AppleTV 4th generation connected to TV with HDMI Using the built in speakers on the Amazon TV, I can use both the Apple TV remote and the Amazon TV remote to control volume. However, when I configure sound output to the Soundbar through the optical cable, both remotes stop working for volume controls. The only way I can control the volume on the Soundbar is through my Sonos App. The message I get on Amazon Fire TV is "Volume control not supported for this audio output device." The previous TV had a remote that did work in controlling volume on the Soundbar. Is there a work around, so I can use either the Apple remote or the Amazon Fire TV remote to control the volume? Thanks

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7 years ago
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doogiAContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Pin Code Access

I would like to have a Pin Code to stop unwanted users on my network to access the Sonos

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Airgetlam
6 years ago
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matiaseTrending Lyricist I
posted in Speakers
Amazon Alexa Update Brings Assistant's Skills To Home Theater TV, AV Receivers and more to come... hoping Sonos is next

Amazon Alexa Update Brings Assistant's Skills To Home Theater TV, AV Receivers https://developer.amazon.com/blogs/alexa/post/78f44d51-5bdf-4a4c-8eaa-57d1282c8212/introducing-entertainment-capabilities-in-alexa-smart-home-new-device-controls-for-tvs-av-receivers-and-ir-hubs

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7 years ago
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mgriffinContributor I
posted in Home theater
Audio Dropping Out

I have a new Playbar connected to a Sony XBR55X900E using FiOS as my TV provider. The playbar is connected with the included optical audio cable. I have updated the TV to the latest software and firmware version. I get intermittent and persistent audio cutting out when watching live TV, DVR, and Netflix and YouTube. There are no issues when using the playbar to stream music through the Sonos controller app. When the audio cuts out, I can pause the program and then press play and the audio comes back for a short time (typically anout 2 minutes) before the audio drops again. I ran a diagnostic after it happened a few times tonight. 7605104. Would love to be able to fix this before Game of Thrones on Sunday!!

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6 years ago
Sageguy
SageguyEnthusiast I
posted in Home theater
Blu-Ray and 4k fans are left out. We buy discs, please set up the proper audio decoding and input systems

I enjoy listing to music and usually use my Apple in ALAC to listen to something. My main stress is that I have always been a huge fan of films and have a large Blu-Ray and starting 4k collection. Something like 600+ BRD's and 4k's just started being released so that number is low. I have been using the Sonos playbar+sub, with the connect amp and two ceiling speakers for my 5.1 in my main room. The biggest problem I have had is when I would like to enjoy a film, I am pretty much screwed for audio since Sonos refuses to man up and decode DTS-HD or anything other than Dolby Digital for 5.1. Yes I can 'dumb it down' to PCM but that is not what I bought the disk for or my top notch Blu-Ray disc player for. I feel that Sonos has looked at film viewing like it was way back when everything was just a silent black & white film with some type of live musical accompaniment happening. Well look where that went! The playbar is primarily used for flat-panel, wide screen, HDTV's that have always

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Sageguy
5 years ago
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oggiesonosContributor I
asked in What to get
Sonos 3 Fixing kit for the back

I am trying to get hold of a fixing kit to allow me to screw my sonos to a wall bracket. I am after the 3 screw pack for the rear. Any ideas...I cannot find it anywhere.

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Stanley_4
7 years ago
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Phillip RosenContributor II
posted in Home theater
How will playbase perform on the floor, with PC source?

I don't have a television or a home theater cabinet, rather a projector/retractable screen that comes down in front of a book case. - I'd like to place the sonos playbase on the floor under the book shelf's lowest shelf. It will have no obstructions for 36 inches above it or to the left or right. Will the audio suffer for being on the floor or does it need to be elevated? - My source is not a TV or A/V receiver, rather a mac mini running PLEX. The audio will be split out from the HDMI into optical and run to the playbase. Should I anticipate audio source issues? - My rear channels will be my existing Play 3s, any issues to anticipate with these? - I have a connect:amp that connected to a record player and a pair of vintage speakers, will the playbase be able to pickup the record player as a source? Thx!

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7 years ago
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CateinafricaContributor I
asked in Home theater
How to set up outdoor movie to play through existing outdoor Sonos Speakers?

I am thinking of purchasing an outdoor projector and screen but would like to play the Movie sound through my two sets of outdoor sonos speakers. I control them through my Sonos app on my phone. Is this possible? If so how?

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Airgetlam
7 years ago
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MorganPymmContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Using a third party Powered Sub

Can I connect my Paradigm 110 powered subwoofer to the Sonos Connect Amp Sub output?

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6 years ago
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bbk3eContributor I
asked in Home theater
use single PLAY:3 as a rear speaker?

I have the Playbar as by front speakers and was wondering if I can add a single Play:3 speaker in the rear to serve as a rear channel?

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K
7 years ago
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LekubAvid Contributor I
asked in Home theater
How to obtain surround 5.0 or 5.1 sound with Samsung QLED TV while keeping Samsung Smart Remote as the only remote control?

Hello All, My living-room is equipped with a Samsung 65’ QLED TV and 5 Sonos Play-1 (2 in the front, left and right to my TV, 2 in the back, left and right to where I sit watching TV, 1 just below my TV). All the Play-1, except for the 2 Play-1 in the back, are “inside” a custom-designed piece of furniture. What extra component do I need to be able to enjoy 5.0 (I don’t want the SUB) sound? If the SUB is really needed then I’d be willing to go for it to enjoy 5.1 however this is not my main request. I am not interested in the Sonos playbar because 1. I want to keep using only one remote control which in my case is the Samsung Smart One remote control (using RF and not IR) and 2. The Sonos playbar would probably not be producing quality sound from where it would be located “inside” the furniture. Unless I’m mistaken? Kind Regards, Thomas

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5 years ago
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aajContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Connecting a Audio-Technica LP120 to a connect:amp?

Hi, Does anyone know what type of cable(s) are needed and how to connect the Audio-Technica LP120 to a connect:amp? Thanks

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K
7 years ago
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danmelskiContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services
Stream from Sonos app to both Sonos speakers and another bluetooth speaker

I'd like to play music on both a Sonos-1 speaker and another Bose bluetooth speaker, has anyone done it? guess an external app that rips the sonos stream and broadcasts it out via bluetooth would be needed. Any help will be very welcomed...!

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MikeV
7 years ago
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RedhudContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services
Should I buy Echo

Hey everybody with the impending Prime day I was wondering if I should just pony up and get a few Echo's at a great price now with hopes it will in the future be able to control my SONOS system? If yes, mind you I have zero experience with Echo, how many would you need for 6 rooms? I assume 6. Any help would be appreciated.

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jgatie
7 years ago
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adamkharrisContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services
Amazon Echo integration

It has probably been asked a thousand times but when is the integration with the Amazon Echo going to show up? I am sure I read that it was going to be Q1 2017 (may be mistaken) but not heard or read anything for a long time. Whats the story? Many thanks

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7 years ago
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christophurContributor I
asked in Speakers
Spending 1k on SONOS ... Need to know THIS before I buy!

I'm new to SONOS. My goal was is to fill my house with area music. While we may use the SONOS for other things as well ... mostly they would be on during waking hours and always playing some kind of background type music. To get the vibe I want, I thought I would need 3 sets of SONOS Play1 ... 6 in total. Living Room / Entry ... Bedroom1, Bedroom2, GuestBath, Kitchen, and Office. My concern is can I (or is this even possible) do the following: - Group LivingRoom / Entry / Kitchen (3 speakers) together to play the same track - Have Both Bedroom2 with its own music - Have Bedroom 1 with its own music - Have Office with same music as Bedroom 2 or its own music - Have GuestBath with its own music Also ... I own most if not all of the music I would want to play. I have a computer with this music on it. Before I go all in and spend lots of $$$ is any of this possible? Thanks in advance SONOS gurus!

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paulrich
7 years ago
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Inman29Contributor I
asked in What to get
Using Sonos with KEF LS50 W

I would like to set up a small system using KEF LS50 W (wireless) speakers. I will have a connect and use an ipad for the controller. My question is about using a wireless external hard drive. Is it possible to use such a storage device connected to the same router as the Connect and access the music library through the ipad? If yes, are there any specs I need to look for in the wireless external hard drive to make sure it works? Thanks for your help.

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K
7 years ago
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