Step 3: Install The Software - Sonos Multi-Room Music System User Manual

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Connect to a computer or powered speakers
• You will need a stereo mini to RCA Y-adapter audio cable (one 1/8-inch stereo miniplug to dual RCA male connectors) to
connect the ZonePlayer's analog audio output to the computer's audio input.
• You may need a Y-adapter audio cable (one1/8-inch stereo miniplug to dual RCA male connectors) to connect the speakers
to the audio outputs on the ZonePlayer. If your speakers have a male 1/8-inch stereo plug, you will need to attach a female-
to-female coupler between the speaker plug and the Y-adapter audio cable.
For additional information on connecting audio devices, you can visit our Web site at http://faq.sonos.com/cables.
If you are connecting a ZonePlayer S5
Simply attach the power cord and apply power.

Step 3: Install the software

If your operating system is Windows® XP or later, or Macintosh® OS X, simply insert the Sonos System Setup CD-ROM and
follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the software, configure your music system, and set up access to your
music files.
Note: During the setup process, you will be prompted to register your Sonos system. Your music
system must be registered in order to receive future software updates, technical support and access
to free music service trials, so please be sure to register during the setup process. We do not share
your email address with other companies.
If you have a different operating system, you can set up your music system using a Sonos Controller or an iPhone or iPod touch
instead.
• See System Setup Using Sonos Controller 200 on page C-1 for assistance setting up Sonos using a Sonos Controller 200.
• See System Setup Using iPhone/iPod touch on page C-4 for assistance setting up Sonos using an iPhone or iPod touch.
• If you only have a NAS device, see System Setup for NAS Device (no router) on page C-7.
• See System Setup Using Sonos Controller 100 on page C-8 for assistance setting up Sonos using a Sonos Controller 100.
Note: Firewall software such as Norton Internet Security™, McAfee® Personal Firewall, Windows
Firewall, or Mac OS X built-in firewall, can block the operation of your Sonos software. During
installation, you may see prompts from your firewall software indicating that the Sonos application
is attempting to perform certain operations. You should always allow full access to the Sonos
Controller for Mac or PC. You may also need to change the settings of your firewall software to
ensure that Windows file sharing is not blocked. For detailed instructions, please go to our Web site
at http://faq.sonos.com/firewall.
Usage Data
To help us improve our products and services, Sonos would like to collect usage data about how you use your Sonos system. We
will never provide any of this information to third parties. To learn more, you can go to our Website at www.sonos.com/legal/usage-
data.
During setup, you will be requested to allow Sonos to collect usage data. You can change your mind anytime by choosing one of
the following options:
• Using a Sonos Controller 200, select Settings>Advanced Settings>Usage Data. Select Yes or No.
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