Sonos Five User manual

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Five
The high-fidelity speaker for superior sound—
Three woofers provide deep bass within a sealed architecture that eliminates reverb and
echo. Two side tweeters create an ultra wide soundstage while a center tweeter optimizes
vocal playback.
Use the line-in port to connect your turntable or another device—simple control with the
Sonos S2 app or Apple AirPlay 2.
Versatile design with smart orientation sensing. Pair two speakers horizontally and Five
automatically separates the left and right channels for impressive stereo sound. When
paired vertically, each smartly adjusts to mono for more detailed stereo separation and an
even wider soundstage.
Pair two Fives for left-right stereo sound or use two Fives as rear surrounds for your home
theater.
Compatible with only.
See Getting started when you’re ready to add a Five to your Sonos system.
Note: The front grille is not removable. Tampering with the grille may result in damage to your Five.
Controls and lights
Volume control Touch and hold to quickly change the volume:
Volume up (right)
Volume down (left)
Play/Pause Press
once to play or pause music.
Press and hold to add the music that’s
playing in another room.
Next/Previous song

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Swipe right across the touch controls to
skip to the next song.
Swipe left to go to the previous song.
Note: You can’t skip forward or go back when
listening to a radio station.
Status light Indicates the status. Learn more
If the light is distracting, you can turn it off in
your room’s settings.
Note: If you don’t want anyone (like a child) to control playback or change the volume using the
speaker touch controls, you can disable them in the room’s settings.
Connector panel
Join button Press to connect during setup.
Ethernet port Use an Ethernet cable if you want to connect to a
router, computer, or network-attached storage (NAS)
device (optional).
AC power (mains) input Use only the supplied power cord (using a third-
party power cord will void your warranty).
Note: Insert the power cord firmly until it is flush
with the bottom of the speaker.
Stereo audio in (3.5mm / 1/8") Use to connect external music players.
Select a location
You can put your speaker just about anywhere. For maximum performance, we have a few guidelines:
The Five is a substantial and powerful speaker and should be placed on a flat surface that
is robust and durable enough to properly support it. Make sure Five’s rubber feet sit
completely on the flat surface.
Allow at least 2" perimeter all around Five including its power cord.
For a single Five speaker we recommend positioning the speaker horizontally to enable
stereo sound.
Place Five across the room from where you’ll be listening (at or close to your ear height for
best results).
For stereo pair placement information, see Stereo pairs.
The Five is humidity resistant so you can use it in the bathroom; however it is not water
resistant so don’t position it near water or leave it outside during a rain storm.

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Speaker mounts and stands
For wall mount kits or stands, tailored to perfectly fit your Sonos products, see Accessories on our
website. Follow the instructions in the kit.
Line-in
Connect an external source like a phono preamp (your turntable may have a built-in phone preamp),
or other audio device. Learn more.
Specifications
Feature Description
Audio
Amplifier Six Class-D digital amplifiers perfectly tuned to match the six
dedicated speaker drivers and the acoustic architecture.
Tweeter Three tweeters create the crispest and clearest high-frequency
response.
Mid-Woofer Three mid-woofers ensure you’ll hear the faithful playback of mid-
range vocal frequencies plus deep, rich bass—without distortion,
even at high volumes.
Phased Speaker Array (three
drivers on top and three on the
bottom)
Creates a wide stereo soundstage that directs the sound left, right,
and center.
Stereo Pair Turn two speakers into separate left and right channel speakers to
create wider, deeper sound.
Home Theater Add two speakers as surrounds for a true surround sound
experience.
Networking*
Wireless Connectivity Connects to your home WiFi network with any 802.11b/g router.
You can either change the router settings to 802.11b/g or connect a
Sonos product to your router.
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Temporarily connects to your mobile device for first-time set up.
Ethernet Port One 10/100Mbps Ethernet port. You can plug a Sonos product
directly into your router if your WiFi is unstable.
General
Power Supply Auto-switching 100 - 240 V ~ 50-60 Hz 2.3 A AC universal input.
Audio Line-In Auto-detecting 3.5 mm audio line-in connection.
Dimensions (W x H x D) 14.33 x 8.03 x 6.06 in. (364 x 203 x 154 mm)
Weight 14 lb / 6.36 kg
Threaded Mount None
Operating Temperature 32º to 104º F (0º to 40º C)
Storage Temperature -4º to 158º F (-20º to 70º C)
Humidity Resistant Designed to withstand high-humidity, like in a bathroom with a
running shower. (It is not waterproof or water-resistant.)
Product Finish White matte or black matte exposure, graphite grille
Package Contents Five, power cord, and Quickstart Guide.

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* Specifications subject to change without notice.
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 block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that
produce heat.
9.Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
12.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.
13.The Mains plug should be readily available to disconnect the equipment.
14.Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain
or moisture.
15.Do not expose apparatus to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.