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SONOS PLAYBAR

SONOS PLAYBAR

The SONOS PLAYBAR takes your TV experience to the next level.

• Sonos now delivers crystal clear sound for your television.

• For an even bigger sound, you can add a pair of SONOS PLAY:3 surround speakers and a SONOS SUB (optional).

It takes just a few minutes to get your SONOS PLAYBAR up and running— simply turn to page 2 to get started. Once you’ve

got it set up, you can add additional Sonos components any time.

Sonos Controllers

You can use any Sonos controller with your Sonos system, including:

• The Sonos Controller for Android. Touch the Play Store or Market button on your Android device to download the free

Sonos application from Google Play.

• The Sonos Controller for iPhone or the Sonos Controller for iPad. Tap the App Store button on your iPhone, iPod touch

or iPad to download the free Sonos application, or you can download the application from iTunes®. (If you download

from iTunes, you will need to sync before you see the Sonos logo display on your device.)

• The Sonos Controller for Mac or PC. Download from our Website at: www.sonos.com/support/install.

• The SONOS CONTROL (CR200) or CR100.

Sonos is always working on new ways to help you control the music any way you want. For the latest list of Sonos controllers,

please visit our Web site at www.sonos.com/products.

Note: One Sonos component must be connected to your broadband router. If the PLAYBAR

will not be located near your router, you can connect a SONOS BRIDGE™ or any Sonos player

(purchased separately) to your router instead.

Summary of content (14 pages)

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SONOS PLAYBAR The SONOS PLAYBAR takes your TV experience to the next level. • Sonos now delivers crystal clear sound for your television. • For an even bigger sound, you can add a pair of SONOS PLAY:3 surround speakers and a SONOS SUB (optional). It takes just a few minutes to get your SONOS PLAYBAR up and running— simply turn to page 2 to get started. Once you’ve got it set up, you can add additional Sonos components any time. Note: One Sonos component must be connected to your broadband router.
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Product Guide What’s in the Box • • • • • • SONOS PLAYBAR Power cord Optical audio cable Quick Start Guide Legal booklet 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.
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SONOS PLAYBAR SONOS PLAYBAR Front IR (InfraRed) sensor IR (InfraRed) sensor Mute button Press the Mute button to mute or unmute the Sonos component. Status indicator LED indicates the PLAYBAR status. • See "LED Explanations" on page 13 for more information. Volume Up (+) Volume Downs (-) Press these buttons to adjust the volume up and down. IR (InfraRed) Sensor (remote control sensor) The windows through which the remote control signals pass to the sensor.
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Product Guide SONOS PLAYBAR Back Digital Audio In Ethernet Ports AC Power (Mains) Ethernet port You can use an Ethernet cable to connect the PLAYBAR to your home network. Digital Audio In Use the supplied audio optical cable to connect the SONOS PLAYBAR’S digital audio input to the digital audio output on your television. AC power (mains) input Use the supplied power cord to connect to a power outlet. Be sure to use the proper power adapter for your country.
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SONOS PLAYBAR Setting Up the SONOS PLAYBAR The PLAYBAR is compatible with Sonos software versions 3.9 and later. Be sure to check for software updates before adding the PLAYBAR to your Sonos system. For an even bigger sound, you can add a pair of SONOS PLAY:3 surround speakers and a SONOS SUB. 1. Carefully unpack the package contents. 2. Choose a location for the PLAYBAR. • You can place the PLAYBAR on a TV stand or mount it on the wall under or over your TV.
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Product Guide 3. Remove the protective cap from each end of the optical audio cable. 4. Connect the optical audio cable (supplied) from your TV’s Digital Audio Output to the PLAYBAR’s Digital Audio Input TV’s Digital Audio Out Be sure to remove the protective caps from each end of the optical audio cable before inserting. PLAYBAR’S Digital Audio In 5. Attach the power adapter to the PLAYBAR and apply power. Be sure to push the power cord firmly into the PLAYBAR until it is flush with the surface.
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SONOS PLAYBAR 7 6. Choose one of the following options: • If you are setting up a new Sonos system, connect one Sonos component to your router. If the PLAYBAR is not located near your router, you can connect a SONOS BRIDGE or any Sonos player to your router instead. • If you already have a Sonos component connected to your router, skip this step and proceed to step 7.
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Product Guide 7. If you are using a SONOS SUB and/or a pair of SONOS PLAY:3 surround speakers, position them in the room and apply power. (These Sonos components are optional and are purchased separately.) • Refer to the Quick Start guides packaged with these Sonos components for additional information. If you purchased a SONOS SUB, place the SUB wherever it best fits your room—standing up or lying flat.
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SONOS PLAYBAR 9 Wall Mounting Note: It is recommended that you connect the power and audio cables to the PLAYBAR before mounting it on the wall. What you will need • • • • • • • Masking tape An awl or other pointed tool A level A Phillips head screw driver or power drill with Phillips head attachment 2 metal wall anchors (included) 2 mounting screws (included) Sonos Wall Mount Template (included) 1. Hold the Sonos wall mount template (packaged with your PLAYBAR) in the desired position on your wall.
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Product Guide 8. Place the PLAYBAR flat against the wall and lower it gently until the screw heads fit securely into the keyhole brackets on the back of the PLAYBAR. (Once the unit is flat against the wall, it should slide approximately 1/2” (10mm) down until the screw head is securely in the slots.) HOW TO TURN OFF YOUR TELEVISION’S SPEAKERS While we can’t provide specific instructions for every television model, here’s a solution that often works.
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SONOS PLAYBAR 11 You can easily change the sound settings (bass, treble or loudness) for the SONOS PLAYBAR. 1. Using a handheld controller, select Settings -> Room Settings. 2. Touch to select a room. 3. Select Music Equalization, and then drag your finger across the bass, treble, or balance sliders to make adjustments. To change the Loudness setting, select On or Off. (The loudness setting boosts certain frequencies, including bass, to improve the sound at low volume.
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Product Guide surface. • If either of these is not the problem, a network or a firewall issue may be preventing the PLAYBAR from connecting to your Sonos system. Try moving the Sonos components closer together.
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SONOS PLAYBAR LED Explanations PLAYBAR Status Indicator State Additional Information Solid white Powered up and associated with a Sonos system Solid green Muted Flashing white Powering up (booting) Flashing green PLAYBAR audio is off Flashing white and green Not associated with a Sonos system Flashing orange Warning mode The PLAYBAR is beginning to experience a fault condition and will reduce to 75% volume.
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Product 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 install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat. 8.