Sonos WIRELESS DOCK User manual

SONOS DOCK
Product Guide

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SONOS DOCK
• Allows you to play your favorite music from an iPod
®
or iPhone
®
on a Sonos system — all throughout your home. The
DOCK is compatible with*:
• iPod touch (1st, 2nd 3rd, and 4th generation)
• iPod classic
• iPod nano (3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation)
• iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS
• iPhone 3G, iPhone
• Charges while it’s seated in the DOCK. The DOCK supports 1 Amp charging, the latest specification from Apple
®
.
• Is great for parties — simply have your friends dock their iPod or iPhone for play back on your Sonos system.
* For the latest system requirements or compatible audio formats, go to http://faq.sonos.com/specs.
New to Sonos?
Set up at least one Sonos player (PLAY:3, PLAY:5, CONNECT [ZP90], or CONNECT:AMP [ZP120]) before adding the DOCK to your
Sonos system. For help with this step, refer to the instructions packaged with your Sonos components.
• If a software update is available, be sure to update your Sonos system before adding the SONOS DOCK.
Adding to an existing Sonos system?
The SONOS DOCK allows you to play music stored on your docked iPod or iPhone in any or every room of your home, all
perfectly synchronized.
1. Attach the power adapter and plug in the SONOS DOCK.
2. Choose one of the following options:
• Using any handheld Sonos controller: Select Add a Sonos Component from the Settings menu.

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• Using the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC: Select Add a Sonos Component from the Rooms menu.
During the setup process, you will be prompted to press and release the Join button on the back of the DOCK. The indicator
lights flash green and white while the DOCK is connecting.
You may be prompted to update the DOCK after you add it to your Sonos system.
• If the indicator lights begin to flash green and red alternately, it means your DOCK and one or more Sonos components
are not on the same SONOS software version. Please check for software updates by selecting Settings->Online
Updates.
Autoplay Mode
Autoplay mode provides a seamless transition between your portable and home audio experience. You can walk in the door,
place your device in the SONOS DOCK, and the music that’s playing on your iPod or iPhone automatically starts playing over
Sonos. You will be prompted to select an Autoplay room during setup. You can change the autoplay room anytime (see
"Changing DOCK Settings" on page 4.)
Note: For additional status indicator explanations, please see "LED Explanations" .

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While your device is seated in the DOCK in autoplay mode, you can select music directly from the device. You can switch to
accessory mode at any time to make music selections and control playback using a Sonos controller.
• To switch to accessory mode, simply start browsing the music on your iPhone or iPod using any Sonos controller —
playback control automatically shifts to your Sonos system.
• To return to autoplay mode, simply undock and redock your device.
Selecting Music
You can select music directly from your device when it is seated in the DOCK (autoplay mode), or you can use any Sonos
controller to make music selections and control playback (accessory mode).
Using a handheld Sonos controller
1. Place a compatible device in the DOCK (see "SONOS DOCK" on page 1 for a complete list.)
2. Select Docked iPods from the Music menu.
3. Select the device you want to play back.
4. Choose one of the following options:
• Select Play Now to begin playback.
• Select Browse to search for music selections.
Using the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC
1. Place a compatible device in the DOCK (see "SONOS DOCK" on page 1 for a complete list.)
2. Select the Docked iPods tab from the Music Library pane.
3. Select the device you want to play back.
4. Choose one of the following options:
• Select Play from the iPod, and click Play Now.
• Select Browse to look for a music selection, and then click Play Now.
Note: When your iPhone is seated in the DOCK in Autoplay mode, the ringtone for incoming
calls will play through your Sonos system. If you do not want to hear ringtones or other
system sounds associated with your device, simply set the iPhone ringer switch (located on
the left side of your phone) to silent.

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Changing DOCK Settings
You can change your SONOS DOCK settings anytime.
Using a handheld Sonos controller
1. Select DOCK Settings from the Settings menu.
2. Select the SONOS DOCK you want to make changes for.
3. Choose one of the following options:
• Select DOCK Name to type a new name for the DOCK (the default name is DOCK.)
• Select Autoplay Room to select the room that will automatically play audio when you start music directly from an iPod
or iPod touch and then place it in the DOCK.
• Select Include Grouped Rooms to include (yes) or exclude (no) currently grouped rooms from Autoplay mode.
• Select Autoplay Volume to adjust the volume level for the Autoplay room.
• Select White Status Indicator Light to turn the white status indicator on or off when the DOCK is in normal operation.
Using the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC
1. Select DOCK Settings from the Rooms menu.
2. Choose the DOCK you want to make changes for, and select Settings.
3. Choose one of the following options:
• Select DOCK Name to type a new name for the DOCK (the default name is DOCK.)
• Select White Status Indicator Light to turn the white status indicator on or off when the DOCK is in normal operation.
• Select Autoplay Room to select the room that will automatically play audio when you start music directly from an iPod
or iPod touch and then place it in the DOCK.
4. Click Apply, and then click OK when you are finished making changes.

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SONOS DOCK Front
Volume Up (+)
Volume Down (-)
Press the buttons on the side of the DOCK to adjust the volume up and down.

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SONOS DOCK Back
Join button Press the Join button to join the DOCK to your Sonos system.
DOCK status indicator • LED Flashes white when powering up; flashes green and white when connecting to your Sonos
system.
• LED Solid white when powered up and connected to your Sonos system (normal operation).
• LED Flashes red if the device in the DOCK is not a supported model. (For a complete list, see "LED
Explanations" .)
AC power (mains) input Use the supplied power adapter to connect to power outlet. Be sure to use the proper power adapter for
your country.

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LED Explanations
DOCK Status Indicator Mute Button Indicator State Additional Information
Solid white Off Powered up,
connected to the
network
You can turn the white light off so it does not display when
your DOCK is in normal operation.
Solid white Solid green Muted
Flashing white Off Powering up
(booting)
Flashing white Flashing green Powered up, not
connected to a
Sonos system
Flashing in unison.
Flashing white Flashing green Looking for a Sonos
system to join.
Flashing alternately.
Flashing orange Flashing green DOCK was unable to
join the Sonos
system.
You may need to update your Sonos software. Choose one
of the following to check for updates:
• Using a handheld Controller: Select Online Updates.
from the Settings menu.
• Using a Using Sonos Controller for Mac or PC: Select
Help -> Check for Updates.
Or, the device in the DOCK may not be compatible. See
"SONOS DOCK" on page 1 for a list of compatible devices.
Flashing red, followed by a
repeating pattern of: White
or Amber flashing alone,
then Green and Amber
flashing in unison
Diagnostics mode You may be instructed to enter Diagnostics mode by a
technician when you call Customer Support to report a
problem.
If you accidentally enter diagnostics mode, press the Join
button to exit.

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Important Safety Information
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry soft cloth. Household cleaners or solvents can damage the finish on your Sonos components.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat.
8. Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
11. Refer all servicing to Sonos qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power-supply cable or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
12. The Mains plug should be readily available to disconnect the equipment.
13. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
14. Do not expose apparatus to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.