® Sonos PLAYBAR Product Guide
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Sonos PLAYBAR® Flood any room with epic, full-theater HiFi sound and wirelessly stream all the music on earth through one easy-to-use player.
2 Product Guide • If your modem is not a modem/router combination and you want to take advantage of Sonos' automatic online updates, or stream music from an Internet-based music service, you must install a router in your home network. If you do not have a router, purchase and install one before proceeding. If you are going to use the Sonos Controller App on an Android™ or iOS device, or you are setting up Sonos wirelessly, you will need a wireless router. Please visit our Web site at http://faq.sonos.
Sonos PLAYBAR 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.
4 Product Guide 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; press twice to skip to the next track (if applicable to the selected music source) Status Indicator Light Indicates the status of the PLAYBAR.
5 Sonos PLAYBAR 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. Take care not to bend or twist the cable. The PLAYBAR’s digital audio in and the optical cable end are ’D-shaped’—be sure to align for proper insertion.
6 Product Guide Selecting a Location The PLAYBAR’s flexible design allows for multiple orientations. You can wall mount it above or below your television or place it on a tabletop. See the guidelines below for more information. Tabletop • • • • Lay the PLAYBAR horizontally and flat on its feet. Do not place vertically or upright on its side. To preserve audio quality, ensure the connector panel faces toward the TV—Sonos logo should be closer to your TV.
7 Sonos PLAYBAR Setting Up the PLAYBAR The PLAYBAR is compatible with Sonos software versions 4.0 and later. If you are adding the PLAYBAR to an existing Sonos system, be sure to check for software updates before adding the PLAYBAR to your Sonos system. 1. Carefully unpack the package contents. 2. Choose a location for the PLAYBAR. Refer to "Selecting a Location" on page 6 for help with this step. 3. Remove the protective cap from each end of the optical audio cable. 4.
8 Product Guide 6. (OPTIONAL) If you are setting up your PLAYBAR with a SUB and/or surround speakers, position them in your room, apply power and connect a Sonos BRIDGE, BOOST or player to your router. (You will be prompted to add these components to your Sonos system after the PLAYBAR is added.) If you purchased a Sonos SUB, place the SUB wherever it best fits your room—standing up or lying flat.
Sonos PLAYBAR 9 7. Using a handheld Sonos controller (including Sonos CONTROL, iPad®, iPhone®, iPod touch®, Android® smartphone or tablet, Kindle Fire™), open the app and follow the online prompts to set up your Sonos system. If you don’t have a Sonos controller app installed, download it from the application store on your device. Note: Sonos does not recommend using the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC to set up your PLAYBAR.
10 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) Remote control setup During PLAYBAR setup, you were guided through the process of configuring a remote control. If you did not configure one then, or wish to use a different remote control with your PLAYBAR, follow the steps below.
Sonos PLAYBAR 11 If a message appears on the television whenever you adjust the volume up and down, please see "Eliminating annoying messages on your TV when using a cable, satellite, or set top box remote" on page 26 or "Eliminating annoying messages on your TV when using a universal remote" on page 27. Equalization (EQ) During the PLAYBAR setup process you were guided through the audio calibration process. If desired, you can change the sound settings (bass, treble or loudness) for the Sonos PLAYBAR.
12 Product Guide • 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. If you don’t hear a noticeable difference, select No Difference. • Press Play to listen to a test sound, and then select the level you prefer. • If you have surround speakers associated with your PLAYBAR, you will be asked to answer some room configuration questions.
Sonos PLAYBAR 13 Additional TV sound options Speech Enhancement The Speech Enhancement setting makes the TV dialog easier to hear. Touch the icon on your Sonos controller’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.) Night Sound The Night Sound setting adjusts the audio for night time viewing so you can reduce the volume and still experience proper balance and range.
14 Product Guide 4. Select Yes or No. Using the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC 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 PLAYBAR is located in from the Room Settings for drop-down. 4. Select the TV Setup tab. 5. Check the Ungroup on Autoplay checkbox to turn this setting on, uncheck to turn it off. 6. Close the Settings window when changes are complete.
Sonos PLAYBAR 15 Using the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC 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 PLAYBAR is located in from the Room Settings for drop-down. 4. Select the TV Setup tab. 5. Check the IR Repeater checkbox to turn this setting on, uncheck to turn it off. 6. Close the Settings window when changes are complete.
16 Product Guide 4. Select a new name from the list and touch OK, or select Enter New to type a unique name. Using the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC 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 you wish to change from the Room Settings for drop-down list. 4. Choose a new name from the Room Name list.
Sonos PLAYBAR 17 Using the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC 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 PLAYBAR and SUB are located in from the Room Settings for drop-down. It appears as Room (+SUB). 4. Select the SUB tab. 5. Choose one of the following: • SUB: Check to turn the sound from the SUB on; uncheck to turn it off.
18 Product Guide Surround Speakers Adding surround speakers You can easily pair two PLAY:1 or PLAY:3 products with a PLAYBAR to function as left and right surround channels in your Sonos surround sound experience. You can either configure surround speakers during the setup process or follow the steps below to add them later. • Make sure the Sonos players are the same—you cannot combine a PLAY:1 and a PLAY:3 to function as surround speakers.
Sonos PLAYBAR 19 4. Choose one of the following: • Surrounds: Choose On or Off to turn the sound from the surround speakers on and off. • Surround Level Adjustment: Drag your finger across the slider to increase or decrease the volume of the surround speakers. • Music Playback: Choose Ambient (default; subtle, ambient sound) or Full (enables louder, full range sound). This setting applies only to music playback, not TV audio. Using the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC 1.
20 Product Guide Playing Music The PLAYBAR doubles as an all-in-one Sonos player that allows you to stream all the music on earth. You can use any Sonos controller to make music selections—choose a music source from the Sonos music menu on a handheld controller, or from the MUSIC pane if you are using the Sonos Controller App for Mac or PC. Note: If TV Autoplay is set to On, the PLAYBAR automatically stops playing music and switches to TV audio whenever the TV is turned on.
Sonos PLAYBAR 21 To make changes to your local music library, select the Settings menu from a handheld Sonos controller and then choose one of the following options: • To add a new music folder, select Manage Music Library-> Music Library Setup -> Add New Share. • To remove a music folders, select Manage Music Library -> Music Library Setup. Touch the share you wish to remove and then select Remove.
22 Product Guide Wall Mounting PLAYBAR can be wall mounted above or below your wall-mounted television using the PLAYBAR Wall Mount Kit. To preserve audio quality, ensure the connector panel faces away from the TV when mounted—the Sonos logo should be farther from your TV. Note: It is recommended that you connect the power and audio cables to the PLAYBAR before mounting on the wall.
23 Sonos PLAYBAR 3. Use an awl or other sharp object to punch 4 small holes through 4 of the marked locations on the template. (If additional reinforcement is desired, 2 spare screws and anchors are included in the wall mount kit.) Placement may vary but holes should be located toward the corners, away from center. 4. Remove the template from the wall. 5. Drill pilot holes. Because the anchors and screws are designed to be self-starting, this step is optional.
24 Product Guide 6. Insert and secure the wall anchors (supplied in the wall mount kit). • If you are drilling into wood stud, do not use the wall anchors. • If you are drilling into Sheetrock, screw the wall anchors into the drywall with a Phillips head screwdriver until the head is flat against or slightly below the wall surface, being careful not to overtighten. Note: The anchors can be installed using a screw gun or a regular power drill with a Phillips head screwdriver attachment.
Sonos PLAYBAR 25 8. Hang the PLAYBAR securely on the two (2) bracket pegs. Basic Troubleshooting Warning: Do not open the product as there is a risk of electric shock. Under no circumstances should the product be repaired by anyone other than an authorized Sonos repair center, as this will invalidate the warranty. Please contact Sonos Customer Support for more information. The grill cloth is not removable. Tampering with the cloth may damage your PLAYBAR.
26 Product Guide Eliminating 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 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. If you have a programmable remote control, you can try the steps below.
Sonos PLAYBAR 27 Eliminating annoying messages on your TV when using a universal remote After you disable your TV speakers, your television might display an annoying or confusing message whenever you adjust the volume on the 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.
28 Product Guide 2. Select the menu option that controls your television’s audio functions. Note: This menu selection is most often labeled Audio, Sound, Tools, or Options or may display as a musical note icon. 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.
29 Sonos PLAYBAR Indicator Light Explanations Indicator Lights Player State Sonos Product Additional Information Solid white Powered up and associated with a Sonos system BRIDGE, BOOST, CONNECT™, SUB, CONNECT:AMP™, DOCK, PLAY:1, PLAY:3, PLAY:5®, PLAYBAR If desired, when the product is in normal operation, you can turn the white status indicator light on or off by selecting White Status Light from the Room Settings menu.
30 Product Guide Indicator Lights Player State Sonos Product Flashing orange During SonosNet setup, this occurs after a button press while the product is searching for a household to join.
Sonos PLAYBAR 31 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.
32 Product Guide • A lint brush can be used to smooth out visible lines in the fabric. Do not clean fabric with a lint roller. • Clean non-fabric portions of the PLAYBAR only with a dry, soft cloth. Household cleaners or solvents may damage the finish on your Sonos products. • Do not use chemical solvents (e.g. alcohol, benzene, paint thinner) or other flammable cleaning liquids. • Refer all servicing to Sonos qualified service personnel.
33 Sonos PLAYBAR KABEL DEUTSCHLAND www.kabeldeutschland.de/info-service/ RCN www.rcn.com/help SKY DIGITAL www.sky.com/helpcentre/ TIME WARNER CABLE www.timewarnercable.com/support/ VERIZON www22.verizon.com/Support/Residential/tv.htm VIRGIN MEDIA http://help.virginmedia.com/system PLAYBAR Specifications Feature Description Audio Amplifier Nine Class-D digital amplifiers perfectly tuned to match the speakers and acoustic architecture. Speakers Nine amplified speakers—six midrange and three tweeters.
34 Feature Product Guide Description Music Operating systems (for stored files) Windows® XP SP3 and higher; Mac OS X v10.6.8 and higher; NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices supporting CIFS Music Services Supported Sonos works seamlessly with most music services, including Deezer, Google Play, Pandora, Spotify and TuneIn Radio, as well as downloads from any service offering DRM-free tracks. Service availability varies by region. For a complete list, see http://www.sonos.com/music.
35 Sonos PLAYBAR Feature Description Storage Temperature 4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C) Package Contents PLAYBAR, AC power cord, optical audio cable, quickstart guide and legal booklet. Multiple Orientations Mount PLAYBAR on the wall either above or below your television, or lay flat on your television table. Control Control PLAYBAR volume and mute using your existing TV, cable or universal remote. Or download a free Sonos app to control PLAYBAR from your smartphone, tablet, PC or Mac computer.
36 Product Guide Regulation Information USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Sonos PLAYBAR 37 Les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l'intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux. Les utilisateurs de radars de haute puissance sont désignés utilisateurs principaux (c.-à-d., qu'ils ont la priorité) pour les bandes 5250-5350 MHz et 5650-5850 MHz et que ces radars pourraient causer du brouillage et/ou des dommages aux dispositifs LAN-EL.
