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  • Page 2 Sonos, Inc. Sonos and all other Sonos product names and slogans are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sonos, Inc. Sonos Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off.
  • Page 3 • Important Product Information Booklet What’s Required Television requirements The PLAYBAR is compatible with any television that has an optical digital audio output. Home network requirements To access music services, Internet radio, and music stored on your computer or Network-Attached Storage (NAS) device, make sure your network meets these requirements.

  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Ethernet cable. Before You Begin Prior to installing the Sonos PLAYBAR, make sure all external components, such as your cable box, DVD player, etc. are connected directly to your TV. If you have any existing home theater or surround sound equipment, disconnect it from your television.
  • Page 5 Sonos PLAYBAR PLAYBAR Front Note: The grill cloth is not removable. Tampering with the cloth may damage your PLAYBAR. Play/Pause Toggles between playing and pausing the audio. • When the TV is on, press once to mute the audio • When the TV is off, press once to restart the music source that was in use prior to the TV audio;...
  • Page 6 See IR signal light for more information. PLAYBAR Back Ethernet Ports (2) You can use an Ethernet cable to connect the PLAYBAR to your home network. Digital Audio In (Optical) Use an audio optical cable (supplied) to connect the Sonos PLAYBAR’s digital audio input to the optical digital output on your television.

  • Page 7: Selecting A Location

    TV. • There is no placement restriction between the TV and PLAYBAR as long as the television’s IR is not blocked. The PLAYBAR IR repeater is designed for at least 2” (50mm) distance, but may work at a closer...
  • Page 8 Product Guide • Do not place the PLAYBAR in a cabinet or on a walled shelf. Both ends of the PLAYBAR should be at least 1 ft. (30cm) from a wall or other obstruction. Wall mounting The PLAYBAR can be mounted above or below your television using the PLAYBAR Wall Mount Kit (purchased separately).
  • Page 9 Connect the optical audio cable (supplied) from your TV’s digital audio out (optical) to the PLAYBAR’s digital audio in (optical) being careful not to twist or bend the cable. The PLAYBAR’s digital audio in and the optical cable are ’D-shaped’—be sure to align for proper insertion.
  • Page 10 Product Guide (OPTIONAL) If you are setting up your PLAYBAR with a SUB and/or surround speakers, position them in your room and apply power.  (You will be prompted to add these components to Sonos after the PLAYBAR is added.) If you purchased a Sonos SUB, place the SUB wherever it best fits your room—standing up...
  • Page 11 First check for software updates—the PLAYBAR is compatible with Sonos software versions 4.0 and later. b. Add the PLAYBAR to Sonos by selecting Add a Player or SUB from Settings in an app on a mobile device. c. Add any additional Sonos products you purchased.

  • Page 12: Tune Your Room With Trueplay

    Select Manage -> Settings (PC) or Sonos -> Preferences (Mac). Select Room Settings if it is not already highlighted on the left. Choose the room the PLAYBAR is located in from the Room Settings for list, and then select the EQ tab. Choose one of the following options: •...

  • Page 13: Remote Control Setup

    Select the room your PLAYBAR is located in. Select TV Setup and Control -> Remote Control Setup. If a remote control is already configured for use with your PLAYBAR you will be asked if you want to replace it. Pick up the remote control you wish to begin using with the PLAYBAR.

  • Page 14: Tv Dialog Settings

    Select Advanced Audio -> Recalibrate Audio. Follow the prompts to optimize your audio performance. • If you have a SUB associated with your PLAYBAR, you will be asked to choose between 2 test sounds: • Press Play to compare the volume of two test sounds, A and B, and then select No Difference, A is louder or B is louder.

  • Page 15: Additional Tv Sound Options

    At lower volumes, quiet sounds are enhanced and the intensity of loud sounds is reduced. Touch the icon on your Sonos app’s Now Playing screen to turn this setting on or off. (If the setting isn’t visible, make sure the room with the PLAYBAR is selected.)
  • Page 16 IR repeater When the PLAYBAR is placed in front of your TV on a tabletop, it may block the IR sensor on your TV. The IR repeater setting allows the PLAYBAR to repeat the signal to your TV. This setting is On by default.

  • Page 17: White Status Light

    White status light A white light displays on the side of the PLAYBAR to indicate that the unit is functioning in normal operation. If desired, you can turn this indicator light off so that when the PLAYBAR is in normal operation the white light does not display.

  • Page 18: Sub Settings

    Follow the steps below if you wish to make any changes to the SUB settings. Using the Sonos app on a mobile device From Settings, select Room Settings. Select the room the PLAYBAR and SUB are located in. It appears as Room (+SUB) on the Room Settings menu. Select Advanced Audio -> SUB Settings.

  • Page 19: Surround Speakers

    Select Remove SUB. Choose one of the following settings: • If you want to associate the SUB with a different Sonos player, select Choose Room for SUB and then select another room. • If you are not going to use the SUB right now, select Don’t use SUB. It will appear in Rooms as SUB (unused) until you select it and associate it with another Sonos player.
  • Page 20 The default setting is determined by the calibration process. If you wish to make a change, you can follow the steps below. From the Settings menu, select Room Settings. Select the room the PLAYBAR and surround speakers are located in. It appears as Room (+LS+RS) on the Room Settings menu. Select Advanced Audio -> Surround Settings.

  • Page 21: Playing Music

    Playing Music The PLAYBAR doubles as an all-in-one Sonos player that allows you to stream all the music on earth. Make a selection from the Menu on your mobile device or from the MUSIC pane on a Mac or PC.

  • Page 22: Playing Music From Your Mobile Device

    On this [mobile device] from the Menu. Google Play Music (Android devices) You can play music to Sonos directly from the Google Play Music app on any Android device. This feature is available for both Standard and All Access Google Play Music customers.

  • Page 23: Control Sonos From Your Spotify App

    While you’re listening to music in the Spotify app, select DEVICES AVAILABLE to connect to a Sonos room or room group. To use this feature you need to have a Sonos account. If you don’t have one, choose one of the following options: •...
  • Page 24 Product Guide Hold the PLAYBAR wall mount template (included in the wall mount kit) in the desired position on your wall. The PLAYBAR can be mounted either above or below your television. 2“(50mm) For best audio performance, be sure the connector panel faces AWAY from the TV when mounted.
  • Page 25 Sonos PLAYBAR Remove the template from the wall. Drill pilot holes.  Because the anchors and screws are designed to be self-starting, this step is optional. However pre- drilling will result in a more accurate installation. Refer to the table below for more information.

  • Page 26: Basic Troubleshooting

    Product Guide Fasten the PLAYBAR bracket to the wall using the screws supplied in the wall mount kit. Use the level to verify accuracy a final time, and then tighten the screws securely. Note: If using wall anchors, continue to drill for a few seconds even after it appears the screw is secure—...
  • Page 27 • Did you allow Sonos to check for updates? The Sonos PLAYBAR requires software version 4.0 or later. • Is the power cord properly seated? Be sure to push the power cord firmly into the PLAYBAR until it is flush with the surface.
  • Page 28 PLAYBAR. This could be a message reminding you that your TV speakers are off, or a volume indicator unrelated to the sound from your PLAYBAR. Try the steps below to configure your universal remote so this message no longer appears when you increase or decrease the PLAYBAR’s volume.

  • Page 29: I Have A New Router

    Sonos products. Disconnect the power cord from all of your Sonos products for at least 5 seconds. Reconnect them one at a time, starting with the Sonos product that is connected to your router (if one is usually connected).

  • Page 30: I Want To Change My Wireless Network Password

    Product Guide I want to change my wireless network password If your Sonos system is set up wirelessly and you change your wireless network password, you will also need to change it on your Sonos system. Temporarily connect one of your Sonos players to your router with an Ethernet cable.
  • Page 31 If you are not setting up PLAYBAR, audio. • Sonos, this may indicate PLAYBASE For Sonos products with a vent warning mode. opening (SUB, CONNECT:AMP), check to make sure it’s not blocked. • Check the room temperature to make sure it’s less than 104°F/ 40° C.

  • Page 32: Important Safety Information

    • Do not place the unit in a small confined space (e.g., closet or cabinet, under a bed or sofa) where ventilation is restricted. Both ends of the PLAYBAR should be at least 1 ft. (30cm) from a wall or other obstruction.

  • Page 33: Cleaning And Maintenance

    • Never disassemble or modify the product in any way. • If the PLAYBAR is wall-mounted, never hang from the PLAYBAR or the wall mount bracket. • If the PLAYBAR is wall-mounted, perform safety checks on a regular basis to ensure screws remain tightened securely.
  • Page 34 Feature Description 3.1 Home Theater Pair PLAYBAR with SUB, and with the push of a button you can add spine- curling bass to your cinematic experience—wirelessly. 5.1 Home Theater Add PLAY:1 or PLAY:3 speakers to your PLAYBAR and SUB for a true surround sound experience.

  • Page 35: Need More Help

    We’d love to hear from you! We’ll read your feedback carefully and use it to help us improve our product guides. Write to us at: docfeedback@sonos.com If you’re having a problem with your Sonos system, please contact Customer Care so they can help. Email them at http://www.sonos.com/emailsupport.

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