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What Sonos product is best for you? How do you expand your Sonos system? Have a Sonos tip or trick to share? Show off your setup and your products here.

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nmeinzeContributor I
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Pre existing built in speakers

Hello, I am a "newbie" with SONOS. I have not bought one but know I want to. I am not sure if I need the Connect or Connect:Amp? My situation is; I have a home with built in speakers (installed by the builder two years ago). I have a main "socket" on my second floor with an RCA and IR plugin for the speakers. I have 2 speakers on the first floor and basement and both floors have a control for power, volume, and source for the speakers. I am not sure what all of this means. Right now I play music over my computer but I can plug my iPod or smartphone in with the jack and play music. I want the ability to play music from my device anywhere but I don't know if I need the amp. Any suggestions? Thank you.

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Manny S
7 years ago
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nda197Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Can't play in one room

My sonos works perfectly in the bedroom, but it won't connect in the living room. I'm trying to play from my laptop library, but get a message: error message unable to play 'name of song' the file name of location .m4a cannot be found In one room it works fine, in the other, nothing.

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Manny S
7 years ago
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Bunny22212Contributor I
asked in What to get
Expanding System with Sonos:Play speakers or Sonos:Connect and existing Bose speaker

Currently, we have two Connects (for two zones). One is connected to 6 hardwired outdoor speakers through 3 Russound P75 Amps (one zone, but each set of outdoor speakers can be adjusted (on/off/volume) via each P75 Amp. Additionally, we have a second Connect that feeds into one Russound P75 Amp for 4 in ceiling family room speakers. Both Connects and all Amps are located in our family room inside our entertainment unit. We would like to expand the system to include one or two speakers to our living room, which does not have any hardwired speakers. My question: if we purchased one or two Play 5 speakers for this room, do we need a separate Connect Amp or would these speakers be able to create a separate zone? Second, we have a $500 Bluetooth Bose Bluetooth speaker that has excellent sound quality and an aux input. If we wanted to let we this in life of purchasing Sonos speakers, is it possible to simply buy a Connect to create a separate zone to play music through the Bose speaker using

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Jose S
7 years ago
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SSJsorenContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Misplaces screws to my SONOS 1

Hey I have misplaces my screws to my sonos 1. I need to screws. How do I get then? can I get some i Denmark? what is the type of the screws?

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Jose S
7 years ago
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SonoMikeContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Will z-wave interfere with the sonos network?

researching z-wave. looks like it uses an intranet system something like our sonos intranet. Will Z-Wave interfere with Sonos?

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7 years ago
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RaymanFan97Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Range on Sonos BOOST

I coudn't find it anywhere so I was hoping someone knew about it. What is the range on the BOOST device?

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Manny S
7 years ago
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Airmax89Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Setting a Play3/Play5 as default Audio for a Windows 10 system.

it's possible to configure the Sonos as default audio for every Windows 10 application? if yes, please tell me. attached you find: System information for : the actual default audio Windows10 Home build 10.0.14393

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jgatie
7 years ago
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sarahjosephine1Contributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services
Manage options not working

I updated my Sonos system this morning and now the manage options are greyed out-cannot manage system or library now. I use an Apple computer.

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ratty
7 years ago
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Anonymous
posted in Speakers
Support for audiobooks bookmarks (.m4b)

I love the Sonos system but I am really disappointed there is no support for bookmarks in audiobooks (and podcasts). I love listening to audiobooks and since I'm from Sweden Audible is not an option if I want to listen to Swedish audiobooks. I buy my books in MP3 or on CD and make them real bookmarkable audiobooks in the .m4b-format with the program Audiobook Builder so they are not DRM-protected. It's also annoying that I can't play the audiobooks I have on my iPhone in the Sonos app, I need to use the computer version. So please Sonos, fix support for bookmarks in audiobook (and podcasts) so all your audiobook loving customer can bookmark their audiobooks. :)

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7 years ago
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p1rate_chrisAvid Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
ZP100 to integrate a turntable without preamp?

I'm considering adding a turntable to my Sonos setup. There seem to be some good deals on the old ZP100 on eBay currently. Would a ZP100 enable me to add a turntable without the need for an additional preamp?

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7 years ago
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MrChefDaveAvid Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Integrated SONOSNet 2.0 Extender

I was over on the B & H Photo web site and I was looking at the SONOS Subwoofer. It indicated that the Sub now includes "Integrated SONOSNet 2.0 Extender". I then when to the SONOS website and see no reference to this "New" stuff. I also noticed on the B&H site that they had discontinued Subs. Could someone please explain what changed and why the new is better?

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ratty
7 years ago
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AtragichopeContributor III
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Need advice

I have a 4,200 sq foot house. Excellent router with zero dead spots in my home. My downstairs is all hardwood flooring. My living room I want to make surround sound. The living room and kitchen are essentially connect with no wall. 20ft by 40ft for the two combined my living room is 20ft by 20ft. I was thinking I should get a playbar, a sub, and 2 play ones for the surround sound effect in living room. I also want a play 1 in my dining room which is separate from my other rooms. Dining room is also hardwood with a large rug but the room is 15ft by 12ft. I also want a speaker I can take outside and put on a mount on my covered patio in my back yard. I was thinking a play 5 here or two play 3s. I don't have any backyard neighbors so sound isn't an issue but my budget is (aka my wife). Thoughts on if I am on the right track in my thinking of speaker size for the rooms and outdoor patio?

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7 years ago
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jeffa1234Contributor I
asked in What to get
New buyer set up questions and scenarios?

So, I am really wanting to get into Sonos, but have some concerns about how to best approach with my existing set up. I will lay out the scenario and ask for some input on what anyone feels is the best options for me. I have a large great room (about 40'x40') that currently has TV on fireplace, with center channel on mantle, SUB, 2 tower speakers and in ceiling surrounds. It works great for surround TV and also great for listing to music in the big room. All of my components are in the adjoining office (Pioneer Elite receiver, sat DVR, record player, apple TV) and input sourced through the Receiver with single HDMI to the TV. Its controlled with a Logitech IR remote. The scenario I want to end up with is good TV sound (not necessary to have surround here anymore, as I have it downstairs) plus ability to listen to music that sounds full in the big room. I was thinking soundbar as first step (remove towers and center channel) but I am concerned the music will be really thin in

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7 years ago
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ckwootenContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Bridge being discontinued? Do I need one for my SONOS CONNECT

Our router was moved to a closet, so I can't plug my Sonos Connect to it as well as keep it connected to my analog receiver and speakers. What do I need to connect to a network? Is the Bridge still my best option or are there other options?

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7 years ago
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DamianLContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services
iTunes library

I just purchased the Play:1 to listen to music without turning my TV on. I use a Mac mini as an HTPC for all my media I was hoping this device would be able to use my iTunes library from my iPhone however I soon realized that the music needs to be stored on the iPhone. What good is this if my only choices are to cherry pick songs to store on my Phone for playback or running the risk of using all my phones space to store over 50,000 songs just to use this device. I hope I'm missing something and the community is able to help because at this point the speaker is useless. Sorry if I'm coming off vexed I'm just irritated. I was hoping after hardwiring (ethernet) the speaker I assumed I was able to play from my iTunes iOS app or at best be able to play ALL my music from iTunes without using every bit of space on my phone. The speaker is beautiful and is well made. I want to like it but maybe Bluetooth is the better option. Thank you for help in advance.

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jgatie
7 years ago
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JP HebertAvid Contributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Basement: Sonos or plan B

Hello fellow Sonos users, My wife & I are working on remodeling the basement and are at the budgetary phase. My wish to is to add another pair in the house of PlayBar & Sub. The room will primarily used by teens (not us - we want to have some peace & quiet!) and if we can't budget the PB+Sub I'll be looking for plan B. Please don't hate me: anyone has a suggestion for a soundbar + wireless sub and maybe 2 more wireless speakers to make a 5.1 setup? Was looking a Vizio, pricing is appealing ($500 for a 5.1 kit) but what about sound, will I cry my price difference away in regret? Same idea with Sony, Polk and other vendors. Damn why did Sonos make sure a good product? :cool: Looking for advice & guidance, thanks in advance!

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7 years ago
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DublinerinBostonContributor I
asked in What to get
Which CD player with radio (ideally bluetooth as well) to connect to Sonos system

Hey, I want to connect a CD player with radio into a PLAY 5 2nd Gen (line-in)- which player to get?? Ideally would have bluetooth, should come without speakers, and amp function not needed as connecting to Sonos system. Does not have to be top tier machine. Thoughts? Thanks, Brian

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MrKeith
7 years ago
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Lee007Contributor III
asked in Components and Architectural
Sub placement

Sub placement

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7 years ago
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MADSTAGContributor I
asked in Home theater
DTS MKV Help

I'm new to the world of SONOS, so please bear with me. I purchased the soundbar, 2 One's and SUB to create the so-called 5.1. After readfing the forums i'm starting to understand that DTS is not possible without workarounds. I have an LG 4K TV that is set to output Dolby Digital, an optical cable straight from the TV to the soundbar. XBOX one. I have managed to get Star Wars BluRay to churn out 5.1 from the XBOX One which does sound awesome, but when I play my MKV's from my NAS via the XBOX one, they only play in stereo, or no sound at all. Has anyone managed to find a way around this. I think the MKV's maybe decoded to DTS. I have also tried via Kodi, but again only playing in Stereo or not at all. Any help is greatly appreciated

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7 years ago
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cowleyContributor I
posted in Home theater
Beware new TV's audio settings - LG 65UG8700

Just wanted to add to TV compatibility notes: The LG 65UG8700 is a new 4k TV that you might assume would easily pass 5.1 from its optical port for the playbar. WRONG. It works under certain circumstances sometimes, but the reality is that this TV came shipped with its audio set to prefer PCM. To give you an idea of the amount of work involved: - MUST have a harmony remote - I had to load special LG model number on to my harmony remote - This old LG model number gave me 3 new options for "service menu" - "in-start" - "in-stop" - Once I had the harmony remote set, I had to locate a password (0413) for the service menu - In the service menu I had to go option by option to find something familiar - Finally under "Tool Option 7" I found PCM - Change that to AC3 - Reboot the TV Now the TV will prefer to pass AC3 when possible.

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7 years ago
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SomersNeedhamContributor I
asked in What to get
Pay 5 and TV

I do not have room for a Playbar with my current TV setup and am considering using line in to connect my TV with a Play 5. Anyone have experience doing this? If so, how have you found the sound quality? Thanks.

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7 years ago
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TsimmoContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Missing rubber feet from my Play 3

Hi Sonos, firstly "I LOVE MY SONOS SPEAKERS"! However I appear to have lost some of the small rubber feet from the Play 3 speakers I have. Please could you let me know where I can purchase some, as the SONOS rep at my local John Lewis does not know where I can. P.S. My favourite are the Play 1's - sleek and powerful

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7 years ago
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GraybeardContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Connect Amp Set Up

Can I connect a powered subwoofer to the Connect.Amp with 16 g wire or do I need to use an RCA Cable?

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7 years ago
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muralibmContributor I
asked in Components and Architectural
Best placement of Subwoofer

I recently bought a 5:1 Sonos home theater system and wondering the possible positions for the subwoofer and the best position. Can I place the sub woofer below the TV and Playbar in the entertainment center furniture? Any suggestions is highly appreciated

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T00LF00L
7 years ago
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PheedTrending Lyricist I
asked in What to get
Sub?

Got a Bose 3.2.1 (i know, I know) from my previous life for my TV set. Home now is crowded with a Play5 in my living room, one PLAY1 shouting music in my kitchen, another here on my left in the bedroom, another one waking me up in the bathroom. Eager to add some more. Wife seems interested. How about a playbar and a sub for the TV? Would it make difference? Is there anyone who already did the very same jump? And, I was wondering... will the sub add some of its strength to the whole system? Being the low frequencies almost ubiquitous, it could add the "kick' to more than just the playbar? Maybe. Maybe I should add another play5 instead... trying to find the ultimate sound experience. well, be creative! Take care

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AjTrek1
7 years ago
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