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mariachiel21Avid Contributor I
posted in Speakers
Reduce idle consumption energy level (currently around 5W)

Sonos devices on average consume about 5 watts each if idle. Having 5 sonos devices around this means 25 watts on average idle consumption. Over a year this is about (25x24hx365) 219 kwh. In Germany where 1 kwh is about 0,30 Euro Cent this then means about 70 Euro (about 100$) just to maintain an idle system. This is just too much and could easily be reduced. Looking at the environmental aspect this gets even more critical: There are around 2.5 million Sonos devices around. This adds up to 110,000,000 kwh or 110 million kwh.

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Edward R
5 years ago
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chregContributor I
posted in Home theater
Playbar - Usage of the 2 Ethernet connectors

Hello, Already owner of a Play-5 I am currently following with interest the arrival of the playbar. I have 1 question regarding the Ethernet connection of the PlayBar. I could see there are 2 ports and in the specifications it is mentioned : '[I]A single Ethernet port can connect PLAYBAR to a wired home network. A second Ethernet port can be used to share wireless control.[/I]' My Play-5 is currently connected with Eternet to the router. If I would buy a playbar, it would take the place of the Play-5. the Play-5 would then be moved to another room. So will the Playbar act as the Play-5 that means be the entry point to the router to then connect other components ? Thanks for your feedback. Regards, Régis

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6 years ago
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Martin_19Contributor I
asked in Speakers
How do I find the path for the hard drive connected to my router?

I have connected a USB hard drive (Seagate 2TB) to our router (TP -Link) with all our music on it. I believe this is called a NAS drive? How do I find the file path to instruct Sonos so it can access it?

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6 years ago
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Chris LoringContributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services
error installing windows controller

The installer runs fine then when I go to open the Sonos desktop controller on my PC it come up with 3 error messages as follows: "To run this application, you first must install one of the following versions of the .NET Framework: v4.0.30319 Contact your application publisher for instructions about obtaining the appropriate version of .NET Framework" I click OK, the same message appears then I get a further message saying "Unable to load pcdcr.dll. Please re-install". I have tried a full re-install but get the same message. I am running Vista SP1. Help!

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6 years ago
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gujumanTrending Lyricist I
asked in Home theater
Playbar volume control through FIOS remote.

Playbar with FIOS cable box remote? Currently the volume button on the FIOS remote controls the volume on my Samsung SMARTV... can I program that same remote to adjust volume of the playbar?

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6 years ago
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St.JohnTrending Lyricist I
posted in Controllers and Music services
Playlist Editing

Could Sonos let us know where they are on allowing some form of playlist editing? Following the merger between Napster & Rhapsody (or vice versa) I have playlists filled with "track unavailable" debris items (eg 365 tracks on a 2500+ playlist). Because there is no way of sorting them (eg on a PC Controller), even when I note that a track is not available, there is no way for me to sort the playlist eg alphabetically or search the list to nail and boot out the offending item (or even better, allowing me real time to see something similar that is available and do a swap). The lack of any editing playlist capability is, in my view, the Sonos systems weakest (and perhaps only) failing. I note previous comments on backup files: I was not aware of this "new" weakness and it would be a disaster if I lost my playlists (even the ones with Napster debris). Come on Sonos: it cant be that hard to have some playlist editing and playlist backup?

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Airgetlam
5 years ago
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QuintonContributor I
posted in Speakers
Allow audio output on Play:5 simultaneously through built in speakers and headphone output

I wish I could select the audio output on the Play:5 to come out through its built in speakers or the headphone jack from the controller so I can keep my headphones plugged in. It would also be great to be able to have audio come through both at the same time!

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TheLovable
5 years ago
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User853685Contributor I
posted in Controllers and Music services
Version unconfirmed

I can't install the sonos controller as it keeps saying that the version is unconfirmed, and that there is a problem confirming that the sonos controller is up to date! please help

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6 years ago
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EmpyrealContributor I
posted in Controllers and Music services
Feature Request: Export and Import Sonos Playlists

Like many users, we use Sonos in two different houses. We have two NAS's of music that I'm planning on keeping synchronized with RSYNC. What doesn't sync or cant get exported are Sonos Playlists. It would be great to be able to ad-hoc export them and then to import them as well. Using the UPnP interface, I've noted a Java program that can export playlists, but importing them is a bit troublesome. It would be great to have this feature.

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5 years ago
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User599762Contributor I
posted in Speakers
music stops randomly

Music stops randomly-- 5-10 min. goes on pause.

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Airgetlam
6 years ago
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AudiophiliacAvid Contributor I
posted in Home theater
Playbar wall mount

I am curious if SONOS thought about how they expect the Playbar to be wall mounted with the wiring concealed. From the looks of it, and the optional wall bracket, they did not think to hard. :) Surely they are aware that if you wish to adhere to electrical codes, you cannot simply run the power cord through the wall. It needs to have an outlet behind the speaker. That is the main concern. And it applies to nearly all soundbars that are powered via high voltage. As a custom installer, I will find a way to do it. I have 2 ideas in mind and will post an update when I have figured it out. But manufacturers need to take some thought about how people are going to use their products and design them accordingly. Stay tuned for "how to mount your playbar, conceal the wiring, and keep it legal". :)

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Stanley_4
6 years ago
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wiredmanTrending Lyricist I
posted in Controllers and Music services
Sonos Favorites NEEDS the Line-In as a selection!! It's easier for family!

Please add where we can use the Line-In selections as a Sonos Favorites! It's easier for family to select a Favorite than to know what Line-In means. Thanks!!!!!

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controlav
5 years ago
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Erik MeinhardtContributor I
asked in Speakers
Play 5 has rattle inside

I just purchased a Play 5 last week. I am completly impressed and am looking forward to buying more components! I seem to have a rattle sound when songs or voices with more bass are playing. It is quite noticable and I am certain there is a fix for this. So, what would the fix be??

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Ryan S
7 years ago
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Benjamin_1Contributor I
posted in Home theater
Make the PLAYBAR in White

All of my components are in white in my living room, aswell as all of my sonos play:3 and play:5.... Are there any plans on bringing the Playbar in white?

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6 years ago
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BenFortaContributor I
posted in Home theater
PlayBar audio source auto-switching

Can PlayBar auto-switch audio sources? If I am listing to Spotify or music library content, and then turn on the TV, can PlayBar detect that and switch sources automatically? Or will I have to load the Sonos app to change it manually? I am hoping it's automatic, and am waiting for confirmation of this before ordering. Thanks.

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6 years ago
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mkrosseContributor III
posted in Home theater
apple tv as controller, please

port your IOS controller onto Apple TV, please; allowing display of controller's album art onto a large flat panel

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chicks
6 years ago
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glamorousContributor I
posted in Controllers and Music services
Official API for Sonos system

Official API for 3th party developers to integrate the Sonos system with web-apps, home automation systems, ...

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jgatie
7 years ago
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Patrick_1Contributor I
asked in Speakers
Using one SUB togehter with two Play5 and Soundbar

I've got two Play5 as a stereo setup in my living room. Now I like to extend my system with a SUB and the new Soundbar. Unfortunately Play5 is not supported to setup a 5.1 system but this is another topic... Both the Play5 as a stereo setup could connect with the SUB and also the Soundbar could be extended with a SUB. Is it also possible to use the SUB together with the Playbar when watching a movie and using the same SUB with my pair of Play5 when listening music?

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Stuart_W
7 years ago
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mobergContributor I
posted in Home theater
Too many Connect Amps?

Geek Squad coming in an hour and would love to hear from the Sonos Community's collective big brains first to make sure I bought the correct items! Here's the background: The house I purchased was incredibly "wired" in the 80s with every room having speakers and its own volume control. I know everything was working a year ago (heard it work during the open house) but after the old owners moved out I just have a bunch of wires hanging in a media closet and I don't know what wire goes to what. Current configuration: I have 8 new Polk in-ceiling speakers (4 different rooms - attached to existing wires) I still have wires hanging from disconnected outdoor speakers (would like outdoor music) Note: I have no other stereo equipment in the house as I've been relying on a Bose docking station and an iPod for years. What I bought/was sold: 4 Connect Amps 2 Play 5 Speakers 1 Bridge Question: 1) Should I have purchased a normal receiver to handle all of the "wired" spea

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airforceteacher
6 years ago
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Scott_2Contributor I
asked in Home theater
Can PLAYBAR be paired with a CONNECT:AMP to Create a 5.1 Home Theater setup?

The PLAYBAR specs say that it can be paired with the SUB to create a 3.1 Home Theater system and further it can be paired with two PAY:3 speakers to create a 5.1 Home Theater system. If I don't have a SUB, can I pair just my two PLAY:3 to the PLAYBAR and does that work OK? Also, I have a CONNECT:AMP, can that be paired with the PLAYBAR and would that work OK? My CONNECT:AMP also has a its own Subwoofer, so will the Subwoofer connected to the CONNECT:AMP be able to be used with the PLAYBAR pairing to create a 5.1 Home Theater system? Thank you for your help with my questions. Scott

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ratty
7 years ago
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SmudgeContributor I
asked in Speakers
How can I remove a Sonos component from my list?

I am talking my Father into adding Sonos to his home, a connect to his hifi and a couple of Play5s. I have my own 4 zone system and wanted to lend him a Play5 to try for a few weeks. How can I remove the 5 from my list of components while he has it on loan?

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Barber Dean
6 years ago
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User314638Contributor I
posted in Home theater
Sonos across multiple IP subnets

It appears that the sonos system relies on a network broadcast to add components to the system. Unfortunately, this limits the system to a single IP subnet. Could enhancements be made to the compnents and software to allow for the system to exist across multiple subnets? Think of this as an advanced configuration for system administrators to do and not your average home/small business user. This would enable the sonos system to be utilized through enterprise deployments where multiple locations all have wide area network connectivity which would allow for control of all of the offices from a centralized location. Furthermore, additional basic security could be added to perhaps limit access to rooms.

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alsmith
6 years ago
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Darren_47Contributor I
asked in Home theater
Connect:Amp & Playbar

Can speaker powered by Connect:Amp be paired with Playbar and SUB to create 5.1 surround sound? I've heard that Play:5 don't work, while Play:3 will. No info out there on integration with Connect:Amp.

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7 years ago
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User894178Contributor I
posted in Controllers and Music services
turning off sonos app on android

'leaving' used to be my method of exiting the sonos controller app. With version 4.0 there is no obvious way to turn off the controller...can someone help?

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Edward R
5 years ago
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User674433Contributor I
asked in Controllers and Music services
Is there any way to put a password on your sonos system?

Trying to stop everyone logging in and switching the play list, wondering if there is any way to put a password on the system so only those with the code can access the system

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6 years ago
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