Sonos Connect AMP User manual

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Amp
Amp features a built-in state-of-the-art digital amplifier that can power large or small speakers so you can
enjoy superior audio in any room.
•Poweryourbookshelf,floor-standing, in-wall, and in-ceiling speakers.
•ConnecttoyourTVtocreatetheultimateentertainmentsystem.
•StreameverythingyoulovewiththeSonosappandAirPlay.
•Pluginanyaudiodevice,likeaturntableoraphone,andlistenoutloud.
•SeeGetting started when you’re ready to add Amp to your Sonos system.
Controls and lights
Swipe, touch, or tap—with Amp you’ve got choices on how to control the sound.
•UsethetouchcontrolsonAmp.
•Useourapp.
•UseyourTVremotecontrol.
Note: See The Sonos app for more information on how to use our app.
Touch control s
Status light Indicates the status. For more information, see 
http://faq.sonos.com/led.
Volume control Touc h for sm a ll a d jus t men t s or t o uc h a nd ho l d to
quickly change the volume:
• Volume up (right)
• Volume down (left)
Note: You c an al so us e our a pp or y o ur rem ote c on t ro l.
Tou c h c o n t ro l s
Status light
IR sensor

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Connector panel
Play/Pause To u ch t o p l ay o r p a us e so un d.
• TV—When the TV is on, touch to toggle the
sound on and off.
• Music—When the TV is off, touch to pause or
restart music.
Next/Previous
(Music only)
• Swipe right across the touch controls to skip to the
next song.
• Swipe left to go to the previous song.
Note: You c a n’ t s ki p f or w ard or g o bac k w he n l is t e n in g
to a radio station.
IR sensor The IR (InfraRed) sensor receives signals sent by a
remote control.
HDMI ARC Use an HDMI cable to connect Amp to your TV’s HDMI
ARC port.
Join button Press to connect during setup.
AC power (mains) port Use only the supplied power cord (using a third-party
power cord will void your warranty).
Note: Insert the power cord firmly.
Analog audio in
HDMI ARC
Subwoofer output Speaker terminals
Join button
AC power
(mains) port
Ethernet ports

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What can you do with Amp?
Play music through your favorite speakers
Connect your favorite bookshelf, floor-standing, in-wall, or in-ceiling speakers to Amp to stream all the music
you love. Connect a turntable, stereo, or portable music player and play the sound on any Sonos speaker.
Enhance your TV sound
Connect Amp to your TV to create the ultimate entertainment system.
•UseAmpandapairof3rd-partyspeakerstocreatetwofrontaudiochannels.
•UseAmpwiththird-partyspeakerstoaddsurroundsound if you already have a Sonos home theater
speaker (Beam, Playbase, Playbar, or another Amp) connected to your TV.
(For even deeper sound, add a Sonos Sub or connect a third-party subwoofer.)
See Connect Amp to your TV for setup information.
Select a location
You c an pl ace A mp ju st ab ou t a ny w he re — in an e le c tro n ic s rack, on a shelf, or on a credenza with your TV.
Rack mounted
•Ampmountsperfectlyinanyelectronicsrack.
•PlacetwoAmpssidebysideina2Urack.
•PlacefourAmpsina3Urack.
Placed on a credenza
•Placehorizontallyonastableandlevelsurfaceatleast3"(50mm)fromTV.
•Don’tblocktheTV’sIRsensor.
•Ifputonashelf,placeatthefrontandkeep 3" (minimum) clearance on all sides.
•Don’tblockthefrontofAmpsoyou can reach the touch controls.
Analog audio in Use a standard RCA audio cable to connect Amp’s
analog audio inputs to the audio outputs from a
separate audio component, such as a turntable or a
portable music player.
Ethernet ports (2) Use an Ethernet cable if you want to connect to a router,
computer, or network-attached storage (NAS) device
(optional).
Subwoofer output
Note: If you disconnect your subwoofer, make
sure to also disconnect the subwoofer’s
cable from the Amp output.
Connect a powered subwoofer to this output using a
standard RCA cable. The system will detect when a
cable is connected to the subwoofer output and adjust
the crossover frequency automatically.
Speaker terminals Use high-quality speaker wire to connect your speakers
to Amp.

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Connect the cables
Attach desired speakers
Yo ur s pea k e rs’ p o w er ra t i ng sh o u l d be at lea s t 125W for 8 ohm speakers, and at least 200W for 4 ohm
speakers. Do not connect speakers rated at less than 4 ohm.
Note: Amp can drive speakers with nominal impedance above 4 ohms. Two pairs of 8 ohm speakers wired in
parallel are also supported. Don’t wire your speakers in series because it will result in poor sound
quality.
1. Remove the cap from the banana plug to reveal the connection hole.
2. Insert the stripped end of the speaker wire into the hole, then return the cap to the banana plug to secure
the connection.
Note: Connect the red (+) and black (-) terminals from each speaker to the corresponding banana plug and
terminal on Amp. Mismatching of polarities will result in weak central sound and a distorted sense of
sound direction.
3. Insert the banana plug into the proper speaker terminal on the back of Amp.
4. Repeat to install the other speaker wires.
Connect the power cord
Attach the power cord and plug in Amp.
Yo u’ l l u s e o ur a p p to se t u p a n d con t ro l y o u r So n o s s y st em. If you don’t have the Sonos app, download it
from your app store. See Controls and lights.
Connect Amp to your TV
Use an HDMI cable to connect Amp to your TV. When connected, Amp creates two front audio channels and
plays your TV sound through your favorite non-Sonos speakers.
Note: Yo u ma y n eed t h e optical adapter too (the app lets you know).
1. Fully insert the HDMI cable into Amp’s HDMI port.
2. Connect the HDMI cable to your TV. You have two choices:
•If your TV has an HDMI ARC port, connect the HDMI cable directly to the TV’s HDMI ARC port.
•If your TV doesn’t have an HDMI ARC port, attach the optical adapter to the HDMI cable and connect
it to the TV’s optical digital OUT port.
If your TV has an HDMI ARC port
HDMI ARC is a special port that looks like a standard HDMI port. Although they look the same, if you connect
to a standard HDMI port, you won’t hear sound.
1. On your TV’s audio OUT panel, locate the HDMI ARC port.

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It may be on the back or side of your TV. Look for the port with “ARC” on the label.
2. Connect the HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI ARC port.
Note: If you can’t find a port with the word “ARC” on the label, your TV doesn’t have an HDMI ARC port. See
If your TV doesn’t have an HDMI ARC port.
If your TV doesn’t have an HDMI ARC port
You ’ ll n eed t he optical audio adapter.
1. Remove the protective cap from the optical adapter.
2. Attach the optical adapter to the HDMI cable.
3. Connect the optical adapter to the TV’s optical digital OUT port.
Note: The optical adapter’s port is “D-shaped”—make sure the connector aligns correctly into the port.
Inserting the adapter incorrectly may damage the cable.
You ’ ll u se ou r ap p t o se t u p and c on t ro l y ou r S on os sy st em. If you don’t have the Sonos app, download it
from your app store. See Controls and lights.
ARC HDMI
Optical adapter
HDMI cable
Remove the protective cap

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Line-in
See From other audio devices to learn how to connect an external source like a pre-amplified turntable to
any Sonos speaker that has a line-in connection.
Change from stereo to mono
Amp plays audio in stereo by default. You can set it so that Amp plays in two mono channels when playing
music.
1. Tap > Settings > Room Settings and select the room.
2. Tap Advanced Audio > Stereo/Mono, then choose an option.
Specifications
Feature Description
Audio
Amplifier Class-D digital amplifier
Amplifier power 125W/Ch into 8 ohms
Speaker Connections Banana plugs (2)
Line-In Sources Supported Audio device with analog RCA output or optical output (optical adapter
required). TV device with HDMI ARC or optical output (optical adapter
required).
Subwoofer Output Auto-detecting RCA type, adjustable crossover
Networking
Wireless Connectivity Connects to your home Wi-Fi network with any 802.11 b/g/n router.
802.11n only network configurations are not supported—you can either
change the router settings to 802.11 b/g/n or connect a Sonos product to
your router.
Ethernet Ports Dual Ethernet ports can connect Amp to a wired home network and allow for
connection of additional Sonos players.
General
System Requirements Passive speakers with speaker wire, broadband internet, and Sonos app.
Power Supply AC 100-240V, 50-60 Hz
Controls Tou c h in t er f ace w i th vo lum e up/ d own , p re v io u s/n e xt t r ack a n d pl a y/ p a us e .
Status indicator Light indicates Amp status.
Dimensions (H x W x D) 2.52" H x 8.54" W x 8.54" D, (64mm x 217mm x 217mm)
Weight 4.6 lbs. (2.1 kg)
Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

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* Specifications subject to change without notice.
Storage Temperature -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
Product Finish Black
Package Contents Sonos Amp, Sonos banana plugs (2), AC power cord, warranty and
regulatory booklet, and Quickstart Guide.
Feature Description

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