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... in the United States and/or other countries. in the U.S. in the United States and/or other countries. This product includes technology owned by N.M. Sonos uses MSNTP software, which was developed by Microsoft Corporation and under a license from Microsoft Licensing, GP. All rights reserved. Version: 070601 June, 2007 No part of this...
... in the United States and/or other countries. in the U.S. in the United States and/or other countries. This product includes technology owned by N.M. Sonos uses MSNTP software, which was developed by Microsoft Corporation and under a license from Microsoft Licensing, GP. All rights reserved. Version: 070601 June, 2007 No part of this...
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...Library 3-10 Music Services 3-14 Windows Media Player 11 3-29 Sonos Playlists 3-31 Internet Radio 3-32 Software Updates 3-34 Additional Preferences 3-35 Firewall Information 3-36 Chapter 4 Macintosh® Desktop Controller Sonos Setup Assistant 4-1 Macintosh Desktop Controller 4-4 DCR Playback Controls 4-5... Managing Music Queue (DCR 4-8 Clock and Alarms 4-9 Your music library 4-11 Music services 4-15 Sonos Playlists (DCR 4-28 Internet Radio (DCR 4-28 Software Updates (DCR 4-30 Additional Settings (DCR 4-31 Uninstalling 4-33 Firewall Information 4-33 Enabling Windows File...
...Library 3-10 Music Services 3-14 Windows Media Player 11 3-29 Sonos Playlists 3-31 Internet Radio 3-32 Software Updates 3-34 Additional Preferences 3-35 Firewall Information 3-36 Chapter 4 Macintosh® Desktop Controller Sonos Setup Assistant 4-1 Macintosh Desktop Controller 4-4 DCR Playback Controls 4-5... Managing Music Queue (DCR 4-8 Clock and Alarms 4-9 Your music library 4-11 Music services 4-15 Sonos Playlists (DCR 4-28 Internet Radio (DCR 4-28 Software Updates (DCR 4-30 Additional Settings (DCR 4-31 Uninstalling 4-33 Firewall Information 4-33 Enabling Windows File...
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... you should install a router between your modem and your computer to enhance your computer's security, and to share the Internet connection with online software updates. If you do not have a router, you currently have a high-speed Internet connection, as described above Compatible operating systems •...X Chapter 1 Overview Your Computer Requirements Note: Your network must have a cable or DSL modem connected directly to your comput- Your Sonos system must be registered to receive these updates so be sure to provide you should purchase and install one before proceeding. At no...
... you should install a router between your modem and your computer to enhance your computer's security, and to share the Internet connection with online software updates. If you do not have a router, you currently have a high-speed Internet connection, as described above Compatible operating systems •...X Chapter 1 Overview Your Computer Requirements Note: Your network must have a cable or DSL modem connected directly to your comput- Your Sonos system must be registered to receive these updates so be sure to provide you should purchase and install one before proceeding. At no...
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...Registration. Select the General tab. 3. To register using Sonos Controller 1. Language Preference Using Desktop Controller for Macintosh The Desktop Controller will try to use the language you to receive technical support, Sonos software upgrades, as well as several free music service trials.... From the File menu, select Preferences. 2. To register using Desktop Controller software 1. System Registration Registering your language preference from the Help menu (Windows) or the Sonos menu (Macintosh). From the Music menu, click System Settings. 2. Select your music...
...Registration. Select the General tab. 3. To register using Sonos Controller 1. Language Preference Using Desktop Controller for Macintosh The Desktop Controller will try to use the language you to receive technical support, Sonos software upgrades, as well as several free music service trials.... From the File menu, select Preferences. 2. To register using Desktop Controller software 1. System Registration Registering your language preference from the Help menu (Windows) or the Sonos menu (Macintosh). From the Music menu, click System Settings. 2. Select your music...
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... is Internet radio? Music Library Preferences Sort folders by : • Track name • Track number • Filename Using Desktop Controller software 1. Chapter 1: Overview 1-5 What is Line-in your music library. You can connect an external line-in source such as they use... stations, and it's easy to add more as long as a CD player, portable music player, or television to any ZonePlayer(s) in ? Using Sonos Controller 1. From the Music menu, select System Settings>Advanced Settings>Sort Folders By. 2. Internet radio stations are accessible from the drop-down Sort By...
... is Internet radio? Music Library Preferences Sort folders by : • Track name • Track number • Filename Using Desktop Controller software 1. Chapter 1: Overview 1-5 What is Line-in your music library. You can connect an external line-in source such as they use... stations, and it's easy to add more as long as a CD player, portable music player, or television to any ZonePlayer(s) in ? Using Sonos Controller 1. From the Music menu, select System Settings>Advanced Settings>Sort Folders By. 2. Internet radio stations are accessible from the drop-down Sort By...
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... Ethernet cable supplied) to your home network 3 Install the computer software (or use the Sonos Controller) to configure your music system Easy as 1-2-3 Setup Follow the step-by-step instructions to ensure that you set up your Sonos Digital Music System correctly. • If you experience any other... Sonos components you set up access to your music files. 3. Connect the first ZonePlayer to your music system. Install the software and follow the prompts to add the ZonePlayer...
... Ethernet cable supplied) to your home network 3 Install the computer software (or use the Sonos Controller) to configure your music system Easy as 1-2-3 Setup Follow the step-by-step instructions to ensure that you set up your Sonos Digital Music System correctly. • If you experience any other... Sonos components you set up access to your music files. 3. Connect the first ZonePlayer to your music system. Install the software and follow the prompts to add the ZonePlayer...
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...If you only have a different operating system, you can set up your music system using the Sonos Controller instead. During installation, you may also need to change the settings of your Sonos Desktop Controller software. For use the Controller while it to your music system. You may see "Setup with : ... system is Macintosh® OS X, Windows Vista™ or Windows® XP, simply insert the Sonos System Setup CD-ROM and follow the prompts on -screen instructions to install the software, configure your music system, and set up access to your music files. • If you have...
...If you only have a different operating system, you can set up your music system using the Sonos Controller instead. During installation, you may also need to change the settings of your Sonos Desktop Controller software. For use the Controller while it to your music system. You may see "Setup with : ... system is Macintosh® OS X, Windows Vista™ or Windows® XP, simply insert the Sonos System Setup CD-ROM and follow the prompts on -screen instructions to install the software, configure your music system, and set up access to your music files. • If you have...
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...of each other wireless devices can rename it is advisable to highlight the zone you can relocate your ZonePlayer(s) easily. To rename using Sonos Controller 1. From the Zone Name tab, select a name from your home's layout). Use the scroll wheel to relocate the ZonePlayer...on (see "Selecting a different wireless channel"), or make a wired connection (Ethernet cable) either from your preference. To rename using Desktop Controller software 1. Select ZonePlayer Name, and press OK. Select the ZonePlayer you do not want to install network cables • You may want to our...
...of each other wireless devices can rename it is advisable to highlight the zone you can relocate your ZonePlayer(s) easily. To rename using Sonos Controller 1. From the Zone Name tab, select a name from your home's layout). Use the scroll wheel to relocate the ZonePlayer...on (see "Selecting a different wireless channel"), or make a wired connection (Ethernet cable) either from your preference. To rename using Desktop Controller software 1. Select ZonePlayer Name, and press OK. Select the ZonePlayer you do not want to install network cables • You may want to our...
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.... 2. From the Music menu, select System Settings>ZonePlayer Settings, and press OK. 2. white when in normal operation To turn off using Sonos Controller 1. To turn off using Desktop Controller software 1. Turning Off White Status Indicator If you have a ZonePlayer located in normal operation, the white light will not display. Select White Status...
.... 2. From the Music menu, select System Settings>ZonePlayer Settings, and press OK. 2. white when in normal operation To turn off using Sonos Controller 1. To turn off using Desktop Controller software 1. Turning Off White Status Indicator If you have a ZonePlayer located in normal operation, the white light will not display. Select White Status...
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A ZonePlayer operating in order to change using Desktop Controller software 1. Select the ZonePlayer you want to change its mode of your...Settings screen, it will appear as a hidden ZonePlayer, and will not appear in your Sonos Digital Music System in Sonos Extender mode is sometimes referred to turn the light on during normal operation, or Off ...to as an unnamed zone and you change using Sonos Controller 1. From the Music menu, select System Settings>ZonePlayer Settings. 2. To change , and click Settings. 3....
A ZonePlayer operating in order to change using Desktop Controller software 1. Select the ZonePlayer you want to change its mode of your...Settings screen, it will appear as a hidden ZonePlayer, and will not appear in your Sonos Digital Music System in Sonos Extender mode is sometimes referred to turn the light on during normal operation, or Off ...to as an unnamed zone and you change using Sonos Controller 1. From the Music menu, select System Settings>ZonePlayer Settings. 2. To change , and click Settings. 3....
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...Setup and Operation 2-13 Equalization (Sound Settings) You can use the Pause All feature. • Using the Sonos Controller, select Pause All from the Zone menu. • Using the Desktop Controller software, select Pause All from the Play menu.) • To change the volume for a zonegroup, use the group... Music System is not playing music. Using Line-out You can use analog or digital audio Using the Desktop Controller software 1. Using the Sonos Controller 1. Use the scroll wheel to restart each individual ZonePlayer. Your ZonePlayers will remain off until you have two or more ...
...Setup and Operation 2-13 Equalization (Sound Settings) You can use the Pause All feature. • Using the Sonos Controller, select Pause All from the Zone menu. • Using the Desktop Controller software, select Pause All from the Play menu.) • To change the volume for a zonegroup, use the group... Music System is not playing music. Using Line-out You can use analog or digital audio Using the Desktop Controller software 1. Using the Sonos Controller 1. Use the scroll wheel to restart each individual ZonePlayer. Your ZonePlayers will remain off until you have two or more ...
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..., plug in your ZonePlayer, and then choose one of the following options: • Use the Desktop Controller software to add the ZonePlayer to your Sonos Digital Music System by selecting Zones>Set Up Zones>Add. • Use the Sonos Controller to add the ZonePlayer to our Web site at http://faq....sonos.com/cables. Choose one of the following options: • Using the Desktop Controller software, select Set Up Zones from the Zones menu. Select the proper input...
..., plug in your ZonePlayer, and then choose one of the following options: • Use the Desktop Controller software to add the ZonePlayer to your Sonos Digital Music System by selecting Zones>Set Up Zones>Add. • Use the Sonos Controller to add the ZonePlayer to our Web site at http://faq....sonos.com/cables. Choose one of the following options: • Using the Desktop Controller software, select Set Up Zones from the Zones menu. Select the proper input...
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... the ZonePlayer attached to your home theater, and then click Settings. Click the Line-Out tab, and choose Variable. • Using the Sonos Controller, from Sonos system 1. This may need a stereo mini-to-RCA Y adapter audio cable (one 1/8-inch stereo mini-plug to dual RCA male connectors)...If you are connecting to your computer: You will not be at the high end of the following options: • Using the Desktop Controller software, select Set Up Zones from the Zones menu. Set the line-out level on the ZonePlayer. Select ZonePlayer Settings, and use a Yadapter audio ...
... the ZonePlayer attached to your home theater, and then click Settings. Click the Line-Out tab, and choose Variable. • Using the Sonos Controller, from Sonos system 1. This may need a stereo mini-to-RCA Y adapter audio cable (one 1/8-inch stereo mini-plug to dual RCA male connectors)...If you are connecting to your computer: You will not be at the high end of the following options: • Using the Desktop Controller software, select Set Up Zones from the Zones menu. Set the line-out level on the ZonePlayer. Select ZonePlayer Settings, and use a Yadapter audio ...
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... Line-In tab, select an audio component type from the Zones menu. Chapter 2: ZonePlayer Setup and Operation Setup illustrations 2-17 To connect using Desktop Controller software 1. To change the settings for this source, highlight the audio component, and click Set Up to use for example, CD Player or MP3 Player).
... Line-In tab, select an audio component type from the Zones menu. Chapter 2: ZonePlayer Setup and Operation Setup illustrations 2-17 To connect using Desktop Controller software 1. To change the settings for this source, highlight the audio component, and click Set Up to use for example, CD Player or MP3 Player).
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To connect using Sonos Controller From the Music menu, select Line-In Sources and press OK. • To play music from the list, and press... clipping at higher volume levels if you set the level too high. Select Compressed or Uncompressed from line-in level for your multi-zone Sonos system (this component, highlight it and select Edit Name. If the volume sounds too low, you select a source name. 2-18 Chapter...8226; You want optimal performance with home theaters. • You want to produce compressed or uncompressed audio. Using the Desktop Controller software 1.
To connect using Sonos Controller From the Music menu, select Line-In Sources and press OK. • To play music from the list, and press... clipping at higher volume levels if you set the level too high. Select Compressed or Uncompressed from line-in level for your multi-zone Sonos system (this component, highlight it and select Edit Name. If the volume sounds too low, you select a source name. 2-18 Chapter...8226; You want optimal performance with home theaters. • You want to produce compressed or uncompressed audio. Using the Desktop Controller software 1.
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...Music System (normal operation). the system uses minimal electricity when not playing music. Indicates the current status of the ZonePlayer. Your Sonos Digital Music System is in all zones, use the Pause All feature. 2-20 ZonePlayer Front Panel ZonePlayer status indicator Chapter 2: ...Music System. • Solid white when powered up (+) Volume down (-) On/Off • Using the Sonos Controller, select Pause All from the Zone menu. • Using the Desktop Controller software, select Pause All from the Play menu. To stop streaming music in normal operation, you can turn ...
...Music System (normal operation). the system uses minimal electricity when not playing music. Indicates the current status of the ZonePlayer. Your Sonos Digital Music System is in all zones, use the Pause All feature. 2-20 ZonePlayer Front Panel ZonePlayer status indicator Chapter 2: ...Music System. • Solid white when powered up (+) Volume down (-) On/Off • Using the Sonos Controller, select Pause All from the Zone menu. • Using the Desktop Controller software, select Pause All from the Play menu. To stop streaming music in normal operation, you can turn ...
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...requirements and compatible audio formats.) For easy setup, you install the Sonos Digital Music System. (Your Sonos system must connect to register during the setup process.) 3. Start the Sonos Desktop Controller software. When instructed, press the Mute and the Volume Up buttons ...in your home network using a standard Ethernet cable). Click Next. Windows® Desktop Controller The Desktop Controller software is compatible with online software updates. Sonos Setup Wizard 1. However, if you wish to access music stored on the ZonePlayer you are connecting. (Remember...
...requirements and compatible audio formats.) For easy setup, you install the Sonos Digital Music System. (Your Sonos system must connect to register during the setup process.) 3. Start the Sonos Desktop Controller software. When instructed, press the Mute and the Volume Up buttons ...in your home network using a standard Ethernet cable). Click Next. Windows® Desktop Controller The Desktop Controller software is compatible with online software updates. Sonos Setup Wizard 1. However, if you wish to access music stored on the ZonePlayer you are connecting. (Remember...
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...as the Mute indicator (green) and the ZonePlayer Status indicator (white) start to blink alternately. If you purchased a Sonos Controller, you to receive technical support, online software updates, and free music service trials. Choose one of the following options: • To add a folder stored on ...computer or a NAS device, select Add music stored in \\name\sharename format, where name is the network name for your Sonos Digital Music System. Sonos never gives or sells your e-mail address to register your computer or NAS device, and sharename is successfully connected, the ...
...as the Mute indicator (green) and the ZonePlayer Status indicator (white) start to blink alternately. If you purchased a Sonos Controller, you to receive technical support, online software updates, and free music service trials. Choose one of the following options: • To add a folder stored on ...computer or a NAS device, select Add music stored in \\name\sharename format, where name is the network name for your Sonos Digital Music System. Sonos never gives or sells your e-mail address to register your computer or NAS device, and sharename is successfully connected, the ...
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...selection, and while holding down the mouse, drag the selection to move through the list until you reach the choice you want to play . The Sonos Digital Music System does not change music or playlist files created by an artist, on an album, or in a genre, highlight the selection and click...from the Library tab. • If they are not visible, they are always treated as M3U, WPL and PLS playlist files created with third-party software (e.g. You can add tracks to a music queue while listening to the queue. these files are probably not located in a folder you currently have shared...
...selection, and while holding down the mouse, drag the selection to move through the list until you reach the choice you want to play . The Sonos Digital Music System does not change music or playlist files created by an artist, on an album, or in a genre, highlight the selection and click...from the Library tab. • If they are not visible, they are always treated as M3U, WPL and PLS playlist files created with third-party software (e.g. You can add tracks to a music queue while listening to the queue. these files are probably not located in a folder you currently have shared...
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... Music Services tab You can click the button to a music service, you may be preventing Sonos from accessing it. Note: If your music service does not appear when you click the Music Services tab, your Desktop Controller software. Chapter 3: Windows® Desktop Controller 3-15 If the Music Services tab is not displayed...
... Music Services tab You can click the button to a music service, you may be preventing Sonos from accessing it. Note: If your music service does not appear when you click the Music Services tab, your Desktop Controller software. Chapter 3: Windows® Desktop Controller 3-15 If the Music Services tab is not displayed...