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SONOS USER GUIDE
Important Safety Information
1.Read these instructions.
2.Keep these instructions.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.Clean only with dry soft cloth. Household cleaners or solvents can damage the finish on your Sonos components.
7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat.
9.Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
10.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
12.Refer all servicing to Sonos qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cable or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
13.The Mains plug should be readily available to disconnect the equipment.
14.Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
15.Do not expose apparatus to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.

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  • Page 1 4.Follow all instructions. 5.Do not use this apparatus near water. 6.Clean only with dry soft cloth. Household cleaners or solvents can damage the finish on your Sonos components. 7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 2: Controls And Lights

    • Quick and easy setup, with only one cable to connect to your TV. Elegant design discreetly mounts to the wall or sits on a credenza beneath the TV. • Expandable. Add a Sub and a pair of Sonos speakers (Sonos One or Sonos Five), for 5.1 surround sound. For more information, see Sonos home theater.
  • Page 3 Volume up (right) • Volume down (left) • Note: You can also use the Sonos app, voice control, or your TV remote. Play/Pause Touch to play or pause sound. Next/Previous Swipe right across the touch controls to skip to the •...

  • Page 4: Connector Panel

    SONOS USER GUIDE Microphone Tap the microphone light to turn the microphone on • indicator or off. When the light is on, voice control is on and you can • use voice commands. When the light is off, voice control is off.

  • Page 5: Select A Location

    Place on a credenza • Place horizontally on a stable and level surface. • Keep 4.0" (102 mm) space (minimum) between the top of Sonos Arc and the bottom of your TV (if placing Arc below the TV). • Don’t place vertically or on its side.

  • Page 6: Connect The Power Cord

    SONOS USER GUIDE Connect the power cord Insert the power cord firmly into Arc’s power port until it’s fully connected. Power port Plug the other end into a power outlet. Caution: Use only the supplied power cord (using a third-party power cord will void your warranty).
  • Page 7 HDMI ARC or eARC HDMI ARC is a special port that looks like a standard HDMI port—it may be on the back or side of your TV. The ports look similar, but the ARC port will be labeled ARC, eARC, or ARC/eARC. If you connect Sonos Arc to a standard HDMI port instead, you won’t hear any sound.

  • Page 8: Digital Audio Out

    Note: The optical adapter’s port is “D-shaped”—make sure the connector aligns correctly into the port. Inserting the adapter incorrectly may damage the cable. If you don’t have the free Sonos app, download it from the app store. You’ll need it to set up and control your Sonos system. See Getting started.

  • Page 9: Wall Mount

    Wall mount Guidelines • Use the Sonos Arc wall mount kit. You can buy it on www.sonos.com. Follow the instructions in the kit. • Keep 4.0" (102 mm) space (minimum) between Sonos Arc and your TV. • Make sure the touch controls are facing up.
  • Page 10 SONOS USER GUIDE Mark the screw locations and remove the guide. Refer to Wall mounting information for placement help. If you’re using the included wall anchors, use a 5/16" drill bit to drill the pilot holes and then insert the wall...
  • Page 11 SONOS USER GUIDE Position the wall mount bracket over the marked screw locations, using a level to confirm accuracy. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or a power drill to screw the bracket to the wall, making sure the arrows in the center are pointing up.
  • Page 12 Note: If you’re connecting the cables to the TV at this time, be sure to plug the HDMI cable into the HDMI ARC or eARC port on your TV. Slide the soundbar down so the knobs fit into the slots on the wall bracket. Make sure the touch controls...

  • Page 13: Wall Mounting Information

    Voice Control Integrated voice control. System Requirements TV with HDMI ARC or optical digital audio output, broadband internet, and the Sonos S2 app. Networking* Wireless Connectivity Connects to WiFi network with any 802.11 b/g/n, 2.4 GHz broadcast- capable router.
  • Page 14 Storage Temperature -4° F to 122° F (-20° C to 50° C) Control Use your remote control, voice, touch controls, or the Sonos S2 app. Supported Devices Connects to TV with HDMI cable (with or without an attached optical adapter). Plays sources connected to the TV, including cable boxes and game consoles.

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