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cldress
cldressContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services

Amazon Echo integration

Just in case anyone is looking, I am volunteering to beta test Sonos integration with Amazon Echo if you need testers :) Thanks

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chicks
7 years ago
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kaliSerene03Contributor I
asked in Speakers

Taking my PLAY:3 to another house for a party?

Is this possible to JUST take my PLAY:3 to another house and it will work? Note: My PLAY:3 currently is connected to other sonos devices in my house. So can i temporally have my PLAY:3 on a different network on ITS OWN?

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7 years ago
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Andrew EllisContributor I
asked in Speakers

Setting up SONOS on a dual band network

Simple question really.... I'm about to set up a Play:1 and Play:3 and have a few questions. My router is a dual band Trendnet TEW-818 transmitting 3 networks 2.4 (b/g/n legacy devices) , 2.4 (n only IP Cams) and 5(n/ac modern hi-speed devices). My PC and android device both connect on the 5Ghz network. Now I know that SONOS runs on 2.4 (b/g) but when I'm setting up the system do I have also have to put one of the devices also on the 2.4 network? And once setup will I be able to use the the PC and android on 5Ghz and still control the speakers? My router automatically passes traffic between all the networks, for example on my Android I can see all devices on my network both wired and wireless regardless of network. Thanks in advance.

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7 years ago
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twukEnthusiast I
asked in Speakers

Occasional loss of grouping

Hi all I've only had my Sonos system for a week or so, but I'm already noticing the very occasional tendency to lose groupings whilst music is playing. The music will continue playing in one zone usually, with the other stopping completely. Is there any known issue? I assume this is not impacted by other network issues as the network is between the players themselves, correct? Everything is otherwise working perfectly, is no reason to suspect a faulty component as yet. Thanks!

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Edward R
7 years ago
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GKTWContributor I
asked in Speakers

Alarm Group - Controlling Varying Volumes

When I start up a Zone with an alarm, my Play:1 is at a volume that is way beyond comfortable. Since it is linked in a Zone, it seems there is only one master volume for the alarm in this linked group. I know I can change the level after it turns on, but by then the music is already slamming hard on this Play:1 speaker. I am worried that damage will happen to it in the long run. How can I set the alarm volume lower for this particular Play:1 speaker? For this setup. I do NOT have the option to un-link it and the volume level for the other SONOS devices in this group need to stay where they are. Is there a way I could set a MAX volume setting on a particular speaker?

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7 years ago
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Zachary1335Contributor III
asked in What to get

Expanding my system

So I currently have a play bar and 2 play 1's connected to the TV in the dining seating area, I have a play 1 in every bedroom and z play 5 in the loft room. I currently have nothing in the lounge connected to the TV, can I relocate the play 5 to use with the TV and buy 2 more play 1's or should I go all out and buy another play bar and 2 x play 3's??

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7 years ago
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Luke352Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural

Connect Preout voltage

Hi, I have some power amps here that don't have any volume control as such they were originally designed to be used with a dedicated pre-amp/DAC for volume control. Now I believe the Connect has volume control? I know the pre-out (RCA) voltage I require to achieve full volume from my amplifier. But I can't find what the expected output voltage is from the Connect at full volume when it is for example streaming from Spotify? I need to know that it is going to be capable of achieving a decent volume otherwise I will need to purchase an additional pre-out booster which introduces its own problems. Cheers, Luke

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7 years ago
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acfalkContributor II
asked in Home theater

Improving a Sonos 5.0 system

We have a soundbar and a pair of Play 3's right and left behind the sofa where we normally sit, and on wood flooring pointed 45-deg to the television. The two Play 3's are not really hidden, but are at grade level rather than at head level (spousal "I don't want to see those things" problem). The surround setting is set at 100%. My question: short of adding a Sub (again, spousal permission denied), is there any setting to improve both the surround effects and the bass effects from this set up. Arnold Falk Stans Switzerland

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Edward R
7 years ago
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Patti0999Contributor I
asked in What to get

Gen 2 play 5 wall bracket

Looking for a wall bracket for the new play 5 don't seem to be able to find one anywhere! Anyone got any ideas??

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7 years ago
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Rense1987Contributor I
asked in Speakers

Streaming TV Sound over Sonos 1

I have a modest setup of 2 sonos 1 speakers and a nice smart tv from Samsung. Now i know how to get sound from the TV running on sonos; either by buying Connect or a line in equiped sonos 5 or a playbar. Thing is, all of these options are quite expensive and i rather want to try it out first and then do an investment second. My tv however, being a smart tv, is hooked up to my homenetwork, and is in the same network as my sonos. Would it be possible to hook it up via the network? Its a samsung TV.

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7 years ago
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auronthas925Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural

Connect: Low Volume

Hi all, I am new to this forum and just received and set up my SONOS Connect to replace 10-year-old Squeezebox SB3 . Pretty easy setup with my existing audio system and ethernet /wifi system within 15 minutes. I have issue with low volume from Connect despite set the volume to maximum from SONOS apps/desktop, playing from both music library, Spotify and iphone music. Volume dial was set at 40 of Krell KAV 400Xi integrated amplifier. With same volume setting, my previous SB3 can play a louder music. Please note I am using Coaxial output (digital) to Cambridge Audio DacMagic then to Krell. Nevertheless, the sound produced from Connect and my current audio setup is much warmer, crystal clear than previous SB3, just the volume at Integrated Amp need to set higher. Not a big issue, just curious why... Please advise.

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7 years ago
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Karen WebsterContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural

How do I adjust treble and bass?

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Stuart_W
7 years ago
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JoeladererContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services

Auto shut off

Is there a way to create a repeating auto shut off? For example, at 11 pm, pause all music that is on.

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7 years ago
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mnichollsukContributor I
asked in What to get

Using Sonos with the Apple Music App directly

Hello I'm very interested in having a Sonos setup in my home. I have one big concern which is using the Sonos App When friends and family come around they will need to install the app to play music? Unless i have got the wrong end of the stick and we can stream directly from the Apple Music App? Thanks Mark

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7 years ago
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Funks_1Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural

Connect amp to lg soundbar nb4540

Please can someone confirm if the connect amp will join my LG tv set up - i have the soundbar and wireless subwoofer and so would like to connect my sonos speakers (2 x play: 1's) and have full suround sound. Thanks ash

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7 years ago
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ArtimusContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural

Sonos forced obsolescence

I had a perfectly fine system with my iMac library holding all my music, Sonos controller, Sonos Sub-Woofer, Sonos Connect, Sonos Boost running some nice outdoor speakers, Sonos Playbar for the TV.. you get the idea. Well, the rug was just yanked out from underneath. Controller on the Mac wouldn't work unless I downloaded and installed the software update. I did it. It didn't work. After a lot of checking come to find out the OS on my Mac is not supported and per Sonos it's because Apple won't support it anymore. That's really weak. I have hundreds of software on my Mac and I know if I upgrade the OS then I'll loose a lot of those. I live by the axiom 'If it isn't broke, don't fix it.' Apparently in Apple and Sonos' infinite wisdom it does need fixing even though it all worked fine. I'm sure they could have a stripped down version of what it used to be but really, why couldn't they at least allow me options? Lets see, choose to remain working as it is and forego support that I never us

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7 years ago
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tgardContributor I
asked in What to get

Can Play:3 be placed in two different rooms?

After reading several different sites for product descriptions and reviews I am still unclear if a single Play:3 system is right for me. I'd like to have 2 speakers in the living room setup as a pair and the other speaker upstairs in my bedroom. Is this possible with buying only one Play:3 system? My understanding of some of the descriptions is that all three of the speakers need to be in the same room (one for left, one for right, and they don't really say what the third one is for). My question is: Can I take the third one upstairs to my bedroom, or is that going to leave a void in the sound downstairs?

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7 years ago
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KaipayContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural

Use Sonos Connect with Hegel H160

Hi everybody Is it possible to use the Hegel H160 with Sonos Connect?

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7 years ago
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NAMASTEContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services

Mac OS 10.6.8 compatibility

Hello lovely SONOS people. Hope you can assist with this, sorry if it's been asked before!! I'm running an iMac with 10.6.8 which holds my iTunes library and has been working solidly for, well, for a very lond time. It's an original Intel 17 inch machine which alas can't have the software updated any further. For some reason, and I cant explain why, my SONOS controller software on this machine no longer works so, I'm looking to re-load it with a download from the SONOS site. The latest software will not work with my machine but I can't locate a software archive for a older suitable version. Could you please help and give me a link for the software that will work with 10.6.8. Thanks in advance to all the great community contributors.

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7 years ago
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User177777Contributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services

Sonos Unable to add Music Folder

Sonos was unable to add the music folder The computer Shirleyanders1 cannot be found

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jgatie
7 years ago
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BuckeyesContributor I
asked in Speakers

Taking a play1 on vacation

Silly question here but if I unplug a play1 speaker from my home system and take it with me to our cabin we have rented on vacation will I be able to connect it to their wireless and use the speaker there? Wifi is open. Should then be able to connect and manage with my phone correct? Thanks in advance for any help.

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7 years ago
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Jae LSContributor I
asked in Home theater

Cannot add track to sonos playlist

When I try to add any track to my Sonos playlist from Deezer / Soundcloud etc, I get a error message saying 'Unabke to add "[song name] to your "[playlist name]" playlist. This happens on my iPhone 5S and MacBook Pro Why is this and how do I fix it? 

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7 years ago
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stevepurcerContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural

Voltage select - 115V or 230V

I've just purchase a ZP120 and don't know which voltage setting to select. I live in the US (Washington). The label under the power connector reads 100-120V-/220-240V but the voltage select switch has 115 or 230 selections. Having seen several posts where the wrong choice was made and their unit was fried I want to make the correct choice for where I live. Thanks.

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7 years ago
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nostaticContributor I
asked in Home theater

"Stereo +" with Playbar?

Just got a Playbar, Sub is enroute. Trying to kill multiple birds with one Sonostone. Playbar is great for TV, not bad for music. One thing I'd like is a wider stereo stage for music listening. Wondering if I can add a pair of 1s (or 3s or 5s) as L-R speakers to augment the Playbar. Not talking about surround rears (and 5.1), but rather what would amount to a 3.1+ setup.

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AjTrek1
7 years ago
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chrisredmayneAvid Contributor I
asked in Home theater

Please help me set up my system for 5.1

RIGHT! I have a PlayBar and two Play 1's All I want to connect to the PlayBar is my TV, a PS4 and a PC (nettop). My Samsung TV has an optical port out but it looks like this is just giving out a stereo signal. The PS4 has an Optical out also so if I connect this directly to the PlayBar I get the dolby signal. This is the back of the PC I have,it just has an HDMI which I use to the TV and an audio out spot which is just the size of a headphone jack. http://core0.staticworld.net/images/article/2015/01/acer-revo-one-rl85_6-100538371-orig.jpg What kind of connector would I need to get this all set up? Honestly I'm not too bothered about the TV coming through the PlayBar, the kind of shows I watch using normal TV channels probably wouldn't be improved much with the PlayBar! But I'd really like my PC and PS4 to be hooked up at the same time if possible? Would prefer not to be ne swapping the cable round too as Ive broken optical cables before!! Anyway to this this wit

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7 years ago
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