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Sonos PLAYBASE The PLAYBASE adds full-theater sound to all your movies, TV shows, sports and games—and wirelessly streams your favorite music, too. • • • • • Slim tabletop design practically disappears under your TV. Simple two-cord setup—one for power, one for your TV. Connects wirelessly to Sonos speakers in your other rooms to create a whole home sound system. Syncs wirelessly with SUB and two PLAY:1s/3s/5s for 5.1 surround sound. Securely supports TVs up to 75 lbs (34 kg).
2 Product Guide • If your modem isn’t a modem/router combination and you want to take advantage of Sonos’ automatic online updates or use a streaming music service, you’ll need to install a wireless router before setting up Sonos. Note: Sonos communicates over a 2.4GHz home network supporting 802.11 b/g/n wireless technology. 802.11n only network configurations are not supported—you can either change the router settings to 802.11 b/g/n or connect a Sonos product to your router.
3 Sonos PLAYBASE PLAYBASE Front Volume Down Play/Pause Volume Up Swipe right for next track (when applicable) Swipe left for next track (when applicable) On/Off Your Sonos system is designed to stay on; when you’re not using it, Sonos uses minimal electricity. • To quickly stop the music everywhere, touch Pause All from the Rooms menu in the Sonos app. • To stop the audio in just one room, you can touch the Play/Pause button on the speaker. Play/Pause Toggles between playing and pausing audio.
4 Product Guide PLAYBASE Back Ethernet Port You can use an Ethernet cable to connect the PLAYBASE to your home network. You should only use this port to plug in either the PLAYBASE or a Sonos BRIDGE or BOOST. Digital Audio In (Optical) Use an audio optical cable (supplied) to connect the Sonos PLAYBASE’s digital audio input to the optical digital output on your television. • Take care not to bend or twist the cable. • Align the ‘D-shaped’ ends for proper insertion.
5 Sonos PLAYBASE TV placement guidelines The PLAYBASE can be placed either under your TV or on a shelf. Under TV with single foot stand Under TV with split foot stand On a TV cabinet shelf •Lift the TV and put PLAYBASE under it with the Sonos logo facing front. •PLAYBASE accommodates most TVs with separate feet near the edges of the screen. It will fit securely between the feet, below the screen.
6 Product Guide Set it up PLAYBASE is compatible with Sonos software versions 7.2 and later. If you are adding the PLAYBASE to an existing Sonos system, be sure to check for software updates before adding the PLAYBASE. 1. Carefully unpack the box. 2. Choose a location for the PLAYBASE (refer to the TV placement guidelines for help). 3. Remove the protective cap from each end of the optical audio cable. 4.
7 Sonos PLAYBASE If you purchased a Sonos SUB, place the SUB wherever it best fits your room—standing up or lying flat. You can place it in a corner, against the wall, behind, under, or next to any piece of furniture on any kind of floor surface. If you purchased a pair of Sonos PLAY:1, PLAY:3 or PLAY:5 (gen2) speakers to use as surrounds, place the speakers to the left and right of your main viewing position, level with or behind the main viewing position.
8 Product Guide If you’re adding to an existing Sonos system: a. Check to see if there’s a Sonos software update available. If you see one, please update your Sonos system before adding the PLAYBASE. (PLAYBASE is compatible with Sonos software versions 7.2 and later). b. Add the PLAYBASE by selecting Add a Player or SUB from the Settings menu. c. Add any other Sonos products you purchased. You may be prompted to update the new Sonos product(s) after you add them. Note: Thick walls, 2.
Sonos PLAYBASE 9 SUB settings Follow the steps below if you wish to make any changes to the SUB settings. If you’re using a mobile device 1. From the Settings menu, tap Room Settings. 2. Select the room the PLAYBASE and SUB are located in. It appears as Room (+SUB) on the Room Settings menu. 3. Tap Advanced Audio -> SUB Settings. 4. Choose one of the following: • SUB: Choose On or Off to turn the sound from the SUB on and off.
10 Product Guide 5. Choose one of the following settings: • If you want to associate the SUB with a different Sonos speaker, 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 on the Rooms menu as SUB (unused) until you select it and associate it with another Sonos speaker.
Sonos PLAYBASE 11 3. Choose the room the PLAYBASE is located in from the Room Settings drop-down list. The room name appears as Room (+LS+RS). 4. From the Basic tab, click Remove Surrounds. If these were newly purchased speakers, they will appear as Unused in the Rooms pane. If these speakers existed in your household previously, they revert back to their previous state. Change the surround settings The default setting is determined by the calibration process.
12 Product Guide Play music The PLAYBASE streams all your favorite music even when the TV is off. Just open the Sonos app on your mobile device or computer and choose the music you want to hear. Note: If TV Autoplay is set to On, the PLAYBASE automatically stops playing music and switches to TV audio whenever the TV is turned on. Go to TV autoplay for more information. Radio by TuneIn Sonos has over 100,000 free radio stations, shows, and podcasts from around the world.
Sonos PLAYBASE 13 2. Choose Add New Share and tell us where you’ve stored your music. (It’s usually in your computer’s Music folder.) Note: If your music collection is big, it may take up to 15 minutes to sync it with your Sonos app. Music on your mobile device You can play music and podcasts stored on any mobile device that’s on the same network as Sonos. Just choose On this [mobile device] from the Menu.
14 Product Guide • • • • • • • TV Autoplay IR Signal Light IR Repeater White Indicator Light Room Name Add SUB / Remove SUB (if SUB is present) Add / Remove Surround Speakers (if surround speakers are present) Set up a remote control If you didn’t set up a remote control during PLAYBASE setup, or you want to use a different remote, follow the steps below.
Sonos PLAYBASE 15 If a message appears on the TV whenever you adjust the volume, go to Eliminate annoying messages on your TV when using a cable, satellite, or set top box remote or Eliminate annoying messages on your TV when using a universal remote for more information. Tune Your Room with Trueplay™ Go ahead, put your Sonos speakers wherever you want.
16 Product Guide Recalibrate the audio If you have a SUB and/or Sonos surround speakers associated with your PLAYBASE, you may wish to make some adjustments after initial setup. You will likely wish to recalibrate the audio if you move any Sonos products in the room. If you made any manual adjustments to EQ settings, these will be reset during the recalibration process. Note: If you have an iOS device and want to custom tune your speaker, see Tune Your Room with Trueplay™.
Sonos PLAYBASE 17 4. Audio Delay (Lip Sync). Drag your finger across the slider to increase or decrease the sound delay if the image and the sound are not in sync. If you’re using a computer 1. Select Manage -> Settings (PC) or Sonos -> Preferences (Mac). 2. Select Room Settings if it is not already highlighted on the left. 3. Choose the room the PLAYBASE is located in from the Room Settings drop-down. 4. Select the TV Dialog tab. 5.
18 Product Guide Ungroup on autoplay As with any Sonos speaker, you can group and ungroup the PLAYBASE with other rooms. If ungroup on autoplay is checked, any Sonos rooms that are grouped with the PLAYBASE when the TV is turned on will automatically drop from the group. This setting is Yes by default. If you’re using a mobile device 1. From the Settings menu, tap Room Settings. 2. Select the room the PLAYBASE is located in. 3. Tap TV Setup and Control -> Ungroup on Autoplay. 4. Select Yes or No.
Sonos PLAYBASE 19 • If you’re using a PC, select Manage -> Settings. • If you’re using a Mac, select Sonos -> Preferences. 2. Choose a room (on a Mac or PC, select the room from the Room Settings drop-down list). 3. Turn off Speaker Touch Controls. Change room names If you’re using a mobile device 1. From the Settings menu, tap Room Settings. 2. Select the room you wish to change. 3. Tap Room Name. 4. Select a new name from the list and tap OK, or choose Enter New to type a unique name.
20 Product Guide Eliminate annoying messages on your TV when using a cable, satellite, or set top box remote After you disable your TV speakers, your television might display an annoying or confusing message when you adjust the volume on the PLAYBASE. This could be a message reminding you that your TV speakers are off, or a volume indicator unrelated to the sound from your PLAYBASE. If you have a programmable remote control, you can try the steps below.
Sonos PLAYBASE 21 configure your universal remote so this message no longer appears when you increase or decrease the PLAYBASE’s volume. If you do not own a universal remote, Sonos recommends you purchase a Logitech® Harmony® remote. If you are using a Logitech universal remote If this remote is a new purchase, you will first need to set up a Logitech user account and install the Harmony Remote software. Then follow the steps below to add the PLAYBASE as a new device. 1.
22 Product Guide 3. Select the appropriate setting to turn off your TV speakers. Depending on your TV make and model, choices may include: • Off / On • External Speaker / Television Speaker • Audio System / Television Speaker The choice in bold will turn the TV speakers off. • If none of these are applicable to your television, look for a setting that switches your TV output between variable and fixed and try switching the setting.
Sonos PLAYBASE 23 • Using the Sonos app on a PC, select Settings -> Advanced from the Manage menu. On the General tab, select Wireless Setup. • Using the Sonos app on a Mac, select Preferences -> Advanced from the Sonos menu. On the General tab, select Wireless Setup. 3. Enter the new wireless network password when prompted. 4. Once the password is accepted, you can unplug the speaker from your router and move it back to its original location.
24 Product Guide Product status indicators Indicator Lights Status Sonos Product Additional Information Flashing white Powering up BRIDGE, BOOST, CONNECT, SUB, CONNECT:AMP, DOCK, PLAY:1, PLAY:3, PLAY:5, PLAYBAR, PLAYBASE Solid white (dimly lit) Powered up and associated with a Sonos system (normal operation) BRIDGE, BOOST, CONNECT, SUB, CONNECT:AMP, DOCK, PLAY:1, PLAY:3, PLAY:5, PLAYBAR, PLAYBASE You can turn the white status indicator light on or off from Room Settings.
25 Sonos PLAYBASE Indicator Lights Status Sonos Product Additional Information Rapidly flashing orange Playback / Next Song failed CONNECT, CONNECT:AMP, PLAY:1, PLAY:3, PLAY:5, PLAYBAR, PLAYBASE Indicates either playback or next song was not possible. Solid orange During wireless setup, this occurs while the Sonos open access point is temporarily active. If you are not setting up Sonos, this may indicate warning mode.
26 Product Guide Important safety information Please read these instructions and heed all warnings. Keep them in a convenient location and make sure everyone in the household is aware of them. Location • Do not place the unit where it will be exposed to excessive heat (e.g., radiators, heat registers, stoves), direct sunlight, or a dusty environment (e.g., woodworking shop.) • Do not place the unit where it will be exposed to flammable liquids and/or fumes.
27 Sonos PLAYBASE PLAYBASE specs Feature Description Audio Amplifier Ten Class-D digital amplifiers. Speakers Ten amplified speaker drivers—six midrange and three tweeters and one woofer. System Requirements TV with optical audio output, broadband Internet, and the Sonos app. Music Music Services Supported Sonos works seamlessly with most music services, including Apple Music™, Google Play Music, Pandora, Spotify and Radio by TuneIn, as well as downloads from any service offering DRM-free tracks.
Feature Description General Touch Controls Touch interface with Volume +/-, Play/Pause, Next Track, Previous Track; swipe horizontally across the touch controls to skip to the next track or previous track. Top Panel LEDs Indicates PLAYBASE status Power Supply 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, auto-switchable Dimensions (H x W x D) 2.20 x 28.35 x 14.96 in. (56 x 720 x 380 mm) Weight 21.5 lbs. (9.