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... No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in the U.S. The SONOS PLAY:3 is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in any form or by SONOS, Inc. All rights reserved. U.S. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and...169; Copyright, University of Cambridge. © Copyright, N.M. All other SONOS product names and slogans are trademarks or registered trademarks of SONOS, Inc. SONOS, THE WIRELESS HI-FI SYSTEM, PLAY:3 and all other products and services mentioned may be trademarks or service marks of their...
... No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in the U.S. The SONOS PLAY:3 is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in any form or by SONOS, Inc. All rights reserved. U.S. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and...169; Copyright, University of Cambridge. © Copyright, N.M. All other SONOS product names and slogans are trademarks or registered trademarks of SONOS, Inc. SONOS, THE WIRELESS HI-FI SYSTEM, PLAY:3 and all other products and services mentioned may be trademarks or service marks of their...
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...system that lets you 've got it perfect for more information). • A 3 driver system delivers pure, clean, room-filling sound - The SONOS PLAY:3 The SONOS PLAY:3 is flush with the back of the unit. perfect for bringing room filling music to get your home. • Its small size and multiple ..., office, or just about anywhere. • Works seamlessly with your house (see "Sonos Controllers" on page 2 for fitting on page 6. New to an existing Sonos system? If you are adding this PLAY:3 to an existing Sonos system, you want to listen to music. Note: If you don't plan to listen...
...system that lets you 've got it perfect for more information). • A 3 driver system delivers pure, clean, room-filling sound - The SONOS PLAY:3 The SONOS PLAY:3 is flush with the back of the unit. perfect for bringing room filling music to get your home. • Its small size and multiple ..., office, or just about anywhere. • Works seamlessly with your house (see "Sonos Controllers" on page 2 for fitting on page 6. New to an existing Sonos system? If you are adding this PLAY:3 to an existing Sonos system, you want to listen to music. Note: If you don't plan to listen...
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... is not a modem/router combination and you want to provide you with the SONOS PLAY:3, including: • The Sonos Controller for the latest system requirements, including supported operating system versions. Sonos Controllers You can use a Sonos application on an Android™ smartphone, iPhone®, iPod Touch®, iPad®...• If you are going to use any digital music stored 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 an Internet-based music service, you must be...
... is not a modem/router combination and you want to provide you with the SONOS PLAY:3, including: • The Sonos Controller for the latest system requirements, including supported operating system versions. Sonos Controllers You can use a Sonos application on an Android™ smartphone, iPhone®, iPod Touch®, iPad®...• If you are going to use any digital music stored 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 an Internet-based music service, you must be...
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... button for Mac or PC, select Pause All from the Play menu. Volume up (+) Volume down . For a complete list of the PLAY:3. SONOS PLAY:3 Front Note: The SONOS PLAY:3's front grille is not playing music. When the PLAY:3 is in normal operation, you want. Indicates the current ...status of status indications, please go to unmute them all Sonos components in all rooms, you can ...
... button for Mac or PC, select Pause All from the Play menu. Volume up (+) Volume down . For a complete list of the PLAY:3. SONOS PLAY:3 Front Note: The SONOS PLAY:3's front grille is not playing music. When the PLAY:3 is in normal operation, you want. Indicates the current ...status of status indications, please go to unmute them all Sonos components in all rooms, you can ...
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... Guide Threaded mounting hole 1/4 inch (6.75mm) / 20-thread Ethernet switch connector AC power (mains) input (~100-240 V, 50-60 Hz) The SONOS PLAY:3 has an integrated mounting hole on page 5 for more information. Use Category 5 Ethernet cable to connect to power outlet. Be sure to insert the power ...cord firmly into the back of the PLAY:3 until it is flush with the back of the unit so it can be wallmounted if desired (mounting bracket not included.) See "Wall Mounting the...
... Guide Threaded mounting hole 1/4 inch (6.75mm) / 20-thread Ethernet switch connector AC power (mains) input (~100-240 V, 50-60 Hz) The SONOS PLAY:3 has an integrated mounting hole on page 5 for more information. Use Category 5 Ethernet cable to connect to power outlet. Be sure to insert the power ...cord firmly into the back of the PLAY:3 until it is flush with the back of the unit so it can be wallmounted if desired (mounting bracket not included.) See "Wall Mounting the...
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...work well even when placed next to create the best possible sound when the orientation is changed. • The PLAY:3 is not water-resistant. Wall Mounting the PLAY:3 The SONOS PLAY:3 has a 1/4 inch (6.75mm) integrated, threaded mounting hole. Simply choose a location that's close to accommodate the... desired space-the EQ (audio equalization) will support at least 10lbs. (4.5 kgs). If you can locate the SONOS PLAY:3 just about anywhere. If desired, you notice any discoloration or distortion of the unit is recommended. • Care should be positioned ...
...work well even when placed next to create the best possible sound when the orientation is changed. • The PLAY:3 is not water-resistant. Wall Mounting the PLAY:3 The SONOS PLAY:3 has a 1/4 inch (6.75mm) integrated, threaded mounting hole. Simply choose a location that's close to accommodate the... desired space-the EQ (audio equalization) will support at least 10lbs. (4.5 kgs). If you can locate the SONOS PLAY:3 just about anywhere. If desired, you notice any discoloration or distortion of the unit is recommended. • Care should be positioned ...
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... placement information • When creating a stereo pair, it is best to place the two Sonos components 8 to 10 feet away from the PLAY:3 or PLAY:5 units. Choose one unit serves as the left channel and the other , angled inward to...PLAY:3 until it is flush with your favorite listening position. • Your favorite listening position should be the same. If your SONOS PLAY:3 (see "Selecting a Location for Your PLAY:3" on -screen prompts to add this component to your Sonos system. You cannot combine a PLAY:3 and PLAY:5 unit-the Sonos components in the same room to the SONOS PLAY...
... placement information • When creating a stereo pair, it is best to place the two Sonos components 8 to 10 feet away from the PLAY:3 or PLAY:5 units. Choose one unit serves as the left channel and the other , angled inward to...PLAY:3 until it is flush with your favorite listening position. • Your favorite listening position should be the same. If your SONOS PLAY:3 (see "Selecting a Location for Your PLAY:3" on -screen prompts to add this component to your Sonos system. You cannot combine a PLAY:3 and PLAY:5 unit-the Sonos components in the same room to the SONOS PLAY...
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... stereo pair. The units will appear with PLAY:3 and PLAY:5 units only. From the Music Menu, select Settings. 2. Touch Settings -> ZonePlayer Settings. 2. Select the other unit you wish to separate (the stereo pair will automatically connect to pair. 6. SONOS PLAY:3 7 Note: The Stereo Pair setting is... for use with L + R in the stereo pair must be the same. Both Sonos components in the ZonePlayer name.) 3.
... stereo pair. The units will appear with PLAY:3 and PLAY:5 units only. From the Music Menu, select Settings. 2. Touch Settings -> ZonePlayer Settings. 2. Select the other unit you wish to separate (the stereo pair will automatically connect to pair. 6. SONOS PLAY:3 7 Note: The Stereo Pair setting is... for use with L + R in the stereo pair must be the same. Both Sonos components in the ZonePlayer name.) 3.
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... and select Make a Stereo Pair. 4. To separate a stereo pair: 1. Select Zones -> ZonePlayer Settings. 2. Playing Music You can visit our Web site at www.sonos.com/howitworks/music/partners for more information.) If you are currently subscribed to a music service that sells audio on ... available in the room name), and then click Settings. 3. Select the Sonos-compatible music service you want to add. 3. simply touch to thousands of the Sonos components (PLAY:3 or PLAY:5 only) you 'll have an account. Sonos is an online music store or online service that 's compatible with L...
... and select Make a Stereo Pair. 4. To separate a stereo pair: 1. Select Zones -> ZonePlayer Settings. 2. Playing Music You can visit our Web site at www.sonos.com/howitworks/music/partners for more information.) If you are currently subscribed to a music service that sells audio on ... available in the room name), and then click Settings. 3. Select the Sonos-compatible music service you want to add. 3. simply touch to thousands of the Sonos components (PLAY:3 or PLAY:5 only) you 'll have an account. Sonos is an online music store or online service that 's compatible with L...
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...(The loudness setting boosts certain frequencies, including bass, to remove and then select Remove Share. If desired, you can play music from a handheld Sonos controller and then choose one of accessing your shared music folders (such as your iTunes library.) To make adjustments. 4....optimal playback experience. After the trial period is a music service trial visible on the Music Menu. Equalization Settings The SONOS PLAY:3 ships with the equalization settings preset to Sonos, select Music Library Management -> Music Library Setup -> Add New Share. • To remove a music folder,...
...(The loudness setting boosts certain frequencies, including bass, to remove and then select Remove Share. If desired, you can play music from a handheld Sonos controller and then choose one of accessing your shared music folders (such as your iTunes library.) To make adjustments. 4....optimal playback experience. After the trial period is a music service trial visible on the Music Menu. Equalization Settings The SONOS PLAY:3 ships with the equalization settings preset to Sonos, select Music Library Management -> Music Library Setup -> Add New Share. • To remove a music folder,...
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... access in this will invalidate the warranty. 10 Basic Troubleshooting Product Guide Note: Under no circumstances should configure your Sonos system. SONOS PLAY:3 not detected during setup A network or a firewall issue may be preventing the PLAY:3 from connecting to operate. If this issue. If this resolves the problem, you can try step 2 below . Check...
... access in this will invalidate the warranty. 10 Basic Troubleshooting Product Guide Note: Under no circumstances should configure your Sonos system. SONOS PLAY:3 not detected during setup A network or a firewall issue may be preventing the PLAY:3 from connecting to operate. If this issue. If this resolves the problem, you can try step 2 below . Check...
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...: Touch Music Menu -> Settings -> Advanced Settings. The controller is operating on. • Using the Sonos Controller for more information. 3. Click the Advanced tab, and select another wireless channel from the list. SONOS PLAY:3 11 • Be sure that your cable/DSL modem is connected to the router's WAN (Internet) port. • Temporarily remove...
...: Touch Music Menu -> Settings -> Advanced Settings. The controller is operating on. • Using the Sonos Controller for more information. 3. Click the Advanced tab, and select another wireless channel from the list. SONOS PLAY:3 11 • Be sure that your cable/DSL modem is connected to the router's WAN (Internet) port. • Temporarily remove...
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12 Important Safety Information Product Guide 1. Follow all servicing to Sonos qualified service personnel. Household cleaners or solvents can damage the finish on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they ...by the manufacturer. 10. Do not expose apparatus to rain or moisture. 14. Heed all warnings. 4. Protect the power cable from being walked on your Sonos components. 7. Read these instructions. 3. Servicing is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to ...
12 Important Safety Information Product Guide 1. Follow all servicing to Sonos qualified service personnel. Household cleaners or solvents can damage the finish on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they ...by the manufacturer. 10. Do not expose apparatus to rain or moisture. 14. Heed all warnings. 4. Protect the power cable from being walked on your Sonos components. 7. Read these instructions. 3. Servicing is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to ...