Sonos Playbar (Wi-Fi)

Sonos Playbar

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P. Bollier

6 years ago

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wapacro

6 years ago

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There are three ways to solve the problem: - Use a Toslink splitter that turns one connection on the TV into two (e.g. http://a.co/d/fioblGE). - Connect the Playbar to an HDMI ARC connection using the official SONOS adapter (https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/optical-audio-adaptor.html). - Connect the Sennheiser RS175 headphones to the 3.5mm jack on your TV.

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Neuheimer

9 years ago

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Anonymous

9 years ago

The Playbar only has an "optical in" (next to the network). This is usually sufficient. The dvd is connected to the tv via hdmi and the tv passes the sound on to the playbar via optical. Ps: I use my playbar with harmony (the firmware should be up to date for both systems) and initially had problems with the mute button.

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dsal8794

9 years ago

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rugydp

9 years ago

Hello dsal8794 I have exactly this setup and it works fine. To connect an additional AppleTV, I have an audio TOSLink switchbox (Lindy 4 Way TosLink Digital Optical Audio Switcher 70416) in between, which can also be controlled via Harmony. HDMI from SwisscomTV and AppleTV go directly into my Philips TV. Audio goes via Lindy Switchbox into the Playbar. Alternatively, if your TV has a TOSLink output, you can connect the TV to the Playbar. The sound then goes via HDMI to the TV and then to the PB. I'm not entirely happy with the Harmony myself, but that's another topic.... Hope this helps...

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Netherblade

4 years ago

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michaelnaegeli

4 years ago

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I already had the idea - but the size (over 1 metre long) was too big for my desk. I then decided on a Sonos Beam (https://www.digitec.ch/de/s1/product/sonos-beam-wlan-airplay-airplay-2-multiroom-system-8904862). To get the sound to SONOS, I use the Delock HDMI Audio Extractor (https://www.digitec.ch/de/s1/product/delock-hdmi-audio-extractor-extractor-video-converter-2485634).

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rogervogel

4 years ago

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pirmin_11

4 years ago

In my opinion, Sonos is very strong there. There is an option to activate voice enhancement via the Sonos app: https://support.sonos.com/s/article/4796?language=de I am also very satisfied with the rest. Many greetings

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Anonymous

4 years ago

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digitalflash

4 years ago

Hi! The sound goes from the TV via the optical output to the soundbar. This means that if the projector has an optical output, it should actually work. I would rather ask myself whether it really has to be Sonos. I regret every day that I chose Sonos back then, as these things aren't even worth the plastic they're built with. If they hadn't cost me hundreds of francs back then, they would have ended up in the hazardous waste bin a long time ago. Far too expensive for what they are, the app is a pure disaster and the sound is barely as good as wine UE Boom, which has fallen on the floor several times. The low tones roll over far too early, which is why you actually need a subwoofer. Add that in and you'll feel sick. Maybe I'm also "fussy" about sound quality, but I'm just used to music and not the sound of a pile of broken glass. I hope I can prevent at least one user from making the same expensive mistake I did...

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Anonymous

4 years ago

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Anonymous

4 years ago

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The Playbar has only one Toslink input, so it is essential to use a Toslink to HDMI adapter otherwise you will not be able to connect to your TV. Otherwise, you can connect the Playbar directly to the Toslink output of your TV. Strange that your QE65QRA TV doesn't have a Toslink - this 70" model does? See below under "Connections"... Samsung QE65Q70R (65", 4K, Smart TV, QLED, 2019)

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Anonymous

4 years ago

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derobiwan

4 years ago

You cannot connect HDMI directly. I use an "HDMI audio extractor" (you can search for it here in the shop) which splits the signal from HDMI and provides an optical audio output for Sonos. Some TVs also offer an optical audio output that you can use for Sonos. Then you don't need an extra device.

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p.dutoit

4 years ago

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Anonymous

4 years ago

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No, the Playbar doesn't support Dolby Atmos - you'll have to go to the new Sonos Arc; it's Dolby Atmos capable, but only if you have a new TV with an HDMI eArc connection. Only with this HDMI eArc connection do you have uncompressed Dolby Atmos on the Sonos Arc. You can also connect the Sonos Arc to an "old" TV without HDMI eArc or HDMI ARC connection to the Toslink connection using an optical cable adapter (included with the Sonos Arc). But then you will only be able to have Dolbi Digital; Atmos is only possible with eArc or, with certain new TV models, with HDMI Arc. With the Sonos Arc, the TV is the important interface, because the Arc has only one HDMI connection and it must be connected to the TV and the TV must be able to pass the signal. And the Sonos Arc requires the new Sonos S2 app - if you still have older devices that are not supported by S2, then you have a problem here, because older devices cannot be combined with new and Sonos S2-capable devices.

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domePablo

5 years ago

Does the Playbar support AirPlay 2?

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Anonymous

5 years ago

The Playbar itself does not, but if a Sonos One or a Sonos Play:5 Gen2 is in the same group, you can use AirPlay 2. In my opinion, the Playbar alone makes little sense anyway. With the Sonos Sub and two Sonos One, you have an excellent home cinema for the living room. In the bedroom, where I don't need surround, I have a Sonos Beam, which is AirPlay 2 capable.

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Anonymous

5 years ago

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GeneralBTA

5 years ago

^^ newsticker from 3 years ago. Unfortunately, every major provider collects user data, some to analyse it for useful innovations such as the radio stations (from Sonos) that automatically mix similar music. Others to sell it shamelessly like Facebook. Welcome to a networked world. Whether you want to or not, you will be bugged, but you can decide by whom. Tin foil hats are available in aisle 4.

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