Sonos PLAY:1 User manual

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Sonos PLAY:1
The PLAY:1®is the most compact Sonos wireless speaker that lets you use the Sonos app to control and
enjoy all the music you want all over your home (see The Sonos app for more information).
• Two custom-designed drivers, 3.5 in / 9 cm mid-woofer and tweeter, each with a dedicated amplifier.
• Play/Pause functionality remembers the last thing you were listening to. You can even skip to the next
track with a double press.
• Pair two PLAY:1s for amazing stereo sound or use two PLAY:1s as rear speakers for your Sonos home
theater product.
• Works seamlessly with the complete range of Sonos products.
New to Sonos?
It takes just a few steps to get Sonos up and running—simply follow the setup instructions packaged with
your PLAY:1. Once you’ve got it set up, you can add more speakers any time.
Adding to an existing Sonos system?
Sonos can be easily expanded room by room. If you are adding a PLAY:1 to an existing Sonos system, see
Adding to an existing Sonos system for more information.
Your home network
To use the Sonos app, your device must be on the same network as Sonos. If you need help, please go to
http://faq.sonos.com/notfound.

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Requirements
To access music services, Internet radio, and music stored on your computer or Network-Attached Storage
(NAS) device, make sure your network meets these requirements.
• High-speed DSL/cable modem, or fiber-to-the-home broadband connection for proper playback of
music services. (If your Internet service provider only offers satellite Internet access, you may experience
playback issues due to fluctuating download rates.)
• If your modem isn’t a modem/router combination and you want to take advantage of Sonos’ automatic
online updates or use a streaming music service, you’ll need to install a wireless router before setting up
Sonos.
• Connect a Sonos BOOST or speaker to your router if:
• You have a larger home where the Wi-Fi performance isn’t reliable and you want to strengthen the
wireless performance of your Sonos system.
• Your Wi-Fi network is already in high demand with streaming video and web surfing and you want to
create a separate wireless network exclusively for your Sonos speakers.
• Your network is 5GHz only (not switchable to 2.4GHz).
• You have configured your router to support only 802.11n and can’t change the settings to support
802.11 b/g/n.
• For best results, you should connect the computer or NAS drive that contains your personal music library
collection to your network router using an Ethernet cable.
The Sonos app
Download the free Sonos app to any compatible device:
•Sonos app (iOS)—iPhone, iPad and iPod touch running iOS 9.0 or later
•Sonos app (Android)—Android 4.3 and higher
•Sonos app (PC)—Windows® 7 and higher
•Sonos app (Mac)—Macintosh® OS X 10.10 or later
Get the app for your computer at www.sonos.com/support/downloads.
For the latest system requirements and compatible audio formats, go to http://faq.sonos.com/specs.
Note: Make sure your network has a high-speed Internet connection because
Sonos is designed to provide you with free, online software updates. Your Sonos
system must be registered to receive these updates so be sure to register during
the setup process. We do not share your e-mail address with other companies.
Note: Sonos communicates over a 2.4GHz home network supporting
802.11 b/g/n wireless technology. 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.

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PLAY:1 top / back
On/Off Sonos is designed to be always on; the system uses minimal electricity
whenever it is not playing music. To stop streaming audio in one room,
press the Play/Pause button on the speaker.
Play/Pause Toggles between playing and pausing audio (restarts the same music
source unless a different source is selected).
• Press once to start or stop streaming audio
• Press twice to skip to the next track (if applicable to the selected
music source)
• Press three times to skip to the previous track (if applicable to the
selected music source)
• Press and hold to add the music playing in another room.
Status indicator Indicates the current status. During normal operation the white light is
dimly lit. You can turn off the white light from More -> Settings ->
Room Settings.
See Status indicators for a complete list.
Volume up (+)
Volume down (-)
Press to adjust the volume up and down.
Threaded mounting hole
1/4 inch /
20-thread
The PLAY:1 has an integrated mounting hole on the back of the unit so
it can be wall-mounted if desired (mounting bracket not included.) See
Wall mounting for more information.

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Selecting a location
You can locate a Sonos PLAY:1 just about anywhere. For maximum enjoyment, we have a few guidelines:
• The PLAY:1 is designed to work well even when placed next to a wall or other surface. For optimum
performance, maintaining more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) clearance around the back of the unit is
recommended.
• Care should be taken if placing the PLAY:1 close to an older CRT (cathode ray tube) television. If you
notice any discoloration or distortion of your picture quality, simply move the PLAY:1 further from the
television.
• The PLAY:1 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.
Wall mounting
The Sonos PLAY:1 has a standard 1/4”-20 threaded mounting socket. If desired, you can easily wall mount
your PLAY:1 using a suitable mounting bracket (not included). Simply choose a location that’s close to an
electrical outlet (power cord length is 2m), taking care to avoid heat, steam, dripping water or hidden wiring,
and follow the instructions included with the wall mount kit. You can hang it right side up (control buttons on
top) or upside down (control buttons on the bottom).
Adding to an existing Sonos system
Once you’ve got your Sonos music system set up, you can easily add more Sonos products any time (up to
32).
1. Select a location for your PLAY:1 (see Selecting a location above for optimal placement guidelines.)
2. Attach the power cord to the PLAY:1 and apply power. Be sure to push the power cord firmly into the
bottom of the PLAY:1 until it is flush with the bottom of the unit.
3. Choose one of the following options:
• On a mobile device, go to More -> Settings -> Add a Player or SUB and follow the prompts.
Ethernet port You can use an Ethernet cable (supplied) to connect the PLAY:1 to a
router, computer, or additional network device such as a network-
attached storage (NAS) device.
AC power (mains) input
(100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz)
Use only the supplied power cord to connect to a power outlet (using a
third-party power cord will void your warranty).
Insert the power cord firmly into the PLAY:1 until it is flush with the
bottom of the unit.
Note: Be sure the wall mount bracket you purchase will support at least 8lbs. (3.6
kgs) and has a 1/4”-20 threaded post.
Note: If you want to make a wired connection, connect a standard Ethernet cable
from your router (or a live network wall plate if you have built-in wiring) to the
Ethernet port on the back of a Sonos product.

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• On a Mac or PC, go to Manage -> Add a Player or SUB and follow the prompts.
Thick walls, 2.4 GHz cordless telephones, or the presence of other wireless devices can interfere with or block
the wireless network signals from Sonos. If you experience difficulty after positioning a Sonos product, try one
or more of the following resolutions—relocate the Sonos product; change the wireless channel your music
system is operating on; connect a Sonos product to your router if your setup is currently wireless.
Tune your room with Trueplay™
Every room is different. With Trueplay tuning, you can put your Sonos speakers wherever you want. Trueplay
analyzes room size, layout, décor, speaker placement, and any other acoustic factors that can impact sound
quality. Then it literally adjusts how each woofer and tweeter produces sound in that room (works on mobile
devices running iOS 8 or later).
Go to More -> Settings -> Room Settings. Pick a room and tap Trueplay Tuning to get started.
Creating a stereo pair
You can group two Sonos speakers, such as two PLAY:5®s, in the same room to create a wider stereo
experience. In this configuration, one speaker serves as the left channel and the other serves as the right
channel.
Note: Trueplay tuning isn’t available if VoiceOver is enabled on your iOS device. If
you want to tune your speakers, first turn VoiceOver off in your device settings.
Note: The Sonos speakers in the stereo pair must be the same model.

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Optimum placement information
• When creating a stereo pair, it is best to place the two Sonos products 8 to 10 feet away from each other.
• Your favorite listening position should be 8 to 12 feet from the paired Sonos products. Less distance will
increase bass, more distance will improve stereo imaging.
Using the Sonos app on a mobile device
1. Go to More -> Settings -> Room Settings.
2. Select a PLAY:1 to pair.
3. Select Create Stereo Pair, and follow the prompts to set up the stereo pair.
To separate a stereo pair:
1. Go to More -> Settings -> Room Settings.
2. Select the stereo pair you wish to separate (the stereo pair appears with L + R in the room name.)
3. Select Separate Stereo Pair.
Using the Sonos app on a Mac or PC
1. Choose one of the following:
• On a PC, select Settings from the Manage menu.
• On a Mac, select Preferences -> Room Settings from the Sonos menu.
2. Select a PLAY:1 you want to pair from the Room Settings for drop-down list.
3. Click Create Stereo Pair and follow the prompts.

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To separate a stereo pair:
1. Choose one of the following:
• On a PC, select Settings from the Manage menu.
• On a Mac, select Preferences -> Room Settings from the Sonos menu.
2. Select the Sonos stereo pair you wish to separate from the Room Settings for drop-down (the stereo pair
will appear with L + R in the room name).
3. On the Basic tab, click Separate Stereo Pair.
Surround speakers
Adding surround speakers
You can easily pair two speakers, such as two PLAY:5s, with a Sonos home theatre product to function as left
and right surround channels in your Sonos surround sound experience. You can either configure surround
speakers during the setup process, or follow the steps below to add them.
• Make sure the Sonos products are the same—you cannot combine a PLAY:1 and a PLAY:3 to function
as surround speakers.
• Be sure to follow these instructions to set up your surround speakers. Do not create a room group or
stereo pair as these will not achieve the left and right surround channel functionality.
Using the Sonos app on a mobile device
1. Go to More -> Settings -> Room Settings.
2. Select the room the Sonos home theatre product is in.
3. Select Add Surrounds.
4. Follow the prompts to add first a left and then a right surround speaker.
Removing surround speakers
1. Go to More -> Settings -> Room Settings.

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2. Select the room the surround speakers are in. The room name appears as Room (+LS+RS) in Room
Settings.
3. Select Remove Surrounds.
4. Select Next to drop the surround sound speakers from your surround system. If these were newly
purchased PLAY:1s they will appear as Unused on the Rooms tab. If these PLAY:1s existed in your
household previously, they revert back to their previous state.
You can now move them to another room for individual use.
Changing the surround settings
The default setting is determined by the calibration process. If you wish to make a change, you can follow the
steps below.
1. Go to More -> Settings -> Room Settings.
2. Select the room the surround speakers are located in. It appears as Room (+LS+RS)in Room Settings.
3. Select Advanced Audio -> Surround Settings.
4. Choose one of the following:
•Surrounds: Choose On or Off to turn the sound from the surround speakers on and off.
•TV Level: Drag your finger across the slider to increase or decrease the volume of the surround speakers
for playing TV audio.
•Music Level: Drag your finger across the slider to increase or decrease the volume of the surround
speakers for playing music.
•Music Playback: Choose Ambient (default; subtle, ambient sound) or Full (enables louder, full range
sound). This setting applies only to music playback, not TV audio.
•Balance Surround Speakers (iOS): Select Balance Surround Speakers and follow the prompts to
manually balance your surround speaker levels.
Using the Sonos app on a Mac or PC
1. Select Manage -> Settings (PC) or Sonos -> Preferences (Mac).
2. Select Room Settings if it is not already highlighted on the left.
3. Choose the room the Sonos home theatre product is in from the Room Settings for drop-down list.
4. From the Basic tab, select Add Surround Speakers.
5. Follow the prompts to add first a left and then a right surround speaker.
Removing surround speakers
1. Select Manage -> Settings (PC) or Sonos -> Preferences (Mac).
2. Select Room Settings if it is not already highlighted on the left.
3. Choose the room the surround speakers are in from the Room Settings for drop-down list. The room
name appears as Room (+LS+RS).
4. From the Basic tab, click Remove Surrounds. If these were newly purchased PLAY:1s, they will appear
as Unused in the Rooms pane. If these PLAY:1s existed in your household previously, they revert back to
their previous state.

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Changing the surround settings
The default setting is determined by the calibration process. If you wish to make a change, you can follow the
steps below.
1. Select Manage -> Settings (PC) or Sonos -> Preferences (Mac).
2. Select Room Settings if it is not already highlighted on the left.
3. Choose the room the surround speakers are in from the Room Settings for drop-down.
4. Select the Surrounds tab.
5. Choose one of the following:
•Surrounds: Check to turn the sound from the surround speakers on; uncheck to turn it off.
•TV Level: Click and drag the slider to increase or decrease the volume of the surround speakers for
playing TV audio.
•Music Level: Click and drag the slider to increase or decrease the volume of the surround speakers for
playing music.
•Music Playback: Choose Ambient (default; subtle, ambient sound) or Full (enables louder, full range
sound). This setting applies only to music playback, not TV audio.
Playing music
Make a selection by tapping Browse on your mobile device or by selecting a music source from the MUSIC
pane on a Mac or PC.
Radio
Sonos includes a radio guide that provides immediate access to over 100,000 free pre-loaded local and
international radio stations, shows and podcasts streaming from every continent.
To select a radio station, simply select Browse -> Radio by TuneIn and choose a station.
Music services
A music service is an online music store or online service that sells audio on a subscription basis. Sonos is
compatible with several music services—you can visit our website at www.sonos.com/music for the latest
list. (Some music services may not be available in your country. Please check the individual music service’s
website for more information.)
If you are currently subscribed to a music service that’s compatible with Sonos, simply add your music service
user name and password information to Sonos as needed and you’ll have instant access to the music service
from your Sonos system.
1. To add a music service, tap More -> Add Music Services.
2. Select a music service.
3. Select Add to Sonos, and then follow the prompts. Your login and password will be verified with the
music service. As soon as your credentials have been verified, you will be able to select the music service
from Browse (on mobile devices) or the MUSIC pane (on a Mac or PC).

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Local music library
Sonos can play music from any computer or network-attached storage (NAS) device on your home network
where you have shared music folders (up to 65,000 songs). During the setup process, you are guided through
the process of accessing your local music library (such as your iTunes library). Over time, you may wish to add
or remove folders from this list.
To make changes to your local library using a mobile device, go to More -> Settings and choose one of the
following options:
• To add a music folder, select Manage Music Library -> Music Library Setup and:
•Touch -> Add New Share (iOS).
•TouchAdd New Share (Android).
• To remove a music folder, select Manage Music Library -> Music Library Setup and:
•Touch next to the folder you wish to remove (iOS).
• Touch the folder and select Remove Share (Android).
Sonos indexes your local music so you can view your music collection by categories (such as artists, albums,
composers, genres, or songs.) If you add new music, simply update your music index to add this music to
your Sonos music library.
• To update your music library, select Manage Music Library -> Update Music Index Now. If you’d like
your music library to update automatically each day, select Schedule Music Index Updates and then
select an update time.
Playing music from your mobile device
You can play music and podcasts stored on any mobile device that’s on the same network as Sonos. Just tap
Browse -> On this [mobile device].
Google Play Music (Android devices)
You can play music to Sonos directly from the Google Play Music app on any Android device. This feature is
available for both Standard and All Access Google Play Music customers.
To play music directly from the Google Play Music app to Sonos, you must have both the Google Play Music
app and the Sonos app installed on your mobile device.
Simply open the Google Play Music app and connect to a Sonos room or room group to start the music.
Control Sonos from your Spotify app
You can always play Spotify from the Sonos app. Now you can control Sonos directly from your Spotify app
too (Spotify premium subscribers only).
While you’re listening to music in the Spotify app, select DEVICES AVAILABLE to connect to a Sonos room
or room group.
To use this feature you need to have a Sonos account. If you don’t have one, choose one of the following
options:
Note: We recommend using the Sonos app for Mac or PC to add shared folders.
For more information, please visit our website at http://faq.sonos.com/manage.

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• On a mobile device, go to More -> Settings -> Advanced Settings and choose Control Sonos from
Spotify.
• On a PC, go to Manage -> Settings and choose Advanced. From the Music Sources tab, choose
Control Sonos from Spotify.
• On a Mac, go to Sonos -> Preferences and select Advanced. From the Music Sources tab, choose
Control Sonos from Spotify.
Equalization settings
The Sonos PLAY:1 ships with the equalization settings preset to provide the optimal playback experience. If
desired, you can change the sound settings (bass, treble, balance, or loudness) to suit your personal
preferences.
1. On a mobile device, go to More -> Settings -> Room Settings.
2. Select a room.
3. Select EQ, and then drag your finger across the sliders to make adjustments.
4. To change the Loudness setting, touch On or Off. (The loudness setting boosts certain frequencies,
including bass, to improve the sound at low volume.)
I have a new router
If you purchase a new router or change your ISP (Internet service provider), you will need to restart all your
Sonos products after the router is installed.
1. Disconnect the power cord from all of your Sonos products for at least 5 seconds.
2. Reconnect them one at a time, starting with the Sonos product that is connected to your router (if one is
usually connected).
Wait for your Sonos products to restart. The status indicator light will change to solid white on each
product when the restart is complete.
If your Sonos setup is completely wireless (you don’t keep a Sonos product connected to your router), you
will also need to change your wireless network password. Follow the steps below:
1. Temporarily connect one of your Sonos speakers to the new router with an Ethernet cable.
2. Go to More -> Settings -> Advanced Settings -> Wireless Setup.
Sonos will detect your network.
3. Enter the password for your wireless network.
4. Once the password is accepted, unplug the speaker from your router and move it back to its original
location.
Note: Balance is only adjustable when the PLAY:1 is used in a stereo pair.
Note: If the ISP technician connects a Sonos product to the new router, you only
need to restart your wireless Sonos products.

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I want to change my wireless network password
If your Sonos system is set up wirelessly and you change your wireless network password, you will also need
to change it on your Sonos system.
1. Temporarily connect one of your Sonos speakers to your router with an Ethernet cable.
2. Choose one of the following:
• Using the Sonos app on a mobile device, go to More -> Settings -> Advanced Settings -> Wireless
Setup.
• Using the Sonos app on a PC, go to Settings -> Advanced from the Manage menu. On the General
tab, select Wireless Setup.
• Using the Sonos app on a Mac, go to Preferences -> Advanced from the Sonos menu. On the General
tab, select Wireless Setup.
3. Enter the new wireless network password when prompted.
4. Once the password is accepted, you can unplug the speaker from your router and move it back to its
original location.
Status indicators
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Flashing white Powering up BRIDGE, BOOST,
CONNECT, SUB,
CONNECT:AMP,
DOCK, PLAY:1,
PLAY:3, PLAY:5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
Solid white
(dimly lit)
Powered up and associated
with a Sonos system (normal
operation)
BRIDGE, BOOST,
CONNECT, SUB,
CONNECT:AMP,
DOCK, PLAY:1,
PLAY:3, PLAY:5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
You can turn the white status indicator
light on or off from More -> Settings ->
Room Settings. (Sonos products that are
paired together share the same setting.)
Solid white
(brightly lit)
Touch control(s) active PLAY:5 (gen2),
PLAYBASE
Brightens when touch controls are
activated.
Flashing green Powered up, not yet
associated with a Sonos
system
Or,
WAC (wireless access
configuration) join ready
BRIDGE, BOOST,
CONNECT, SUB,
CONNECT:AMP,
DOCK, PLAY:1,
PLAY:3, PLAY:5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
For a SUB, this may indicate the SUB is
not yet paired with a speaker.

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Slowly flashing
green
Surround audio is off or
SUB audio is off
PLAY:1, PLAY:3,
PLAY:5 (gen2),
SUB
Applicable for speaker configured as a
surround speaker, or for a SUB paired
with a PLAYBAR.
Solid green Volume set to zero or muted CONNECT,
CONNECT:AMP,
PLAY:1, PLAY:3,
PLAY:5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
Flashing orange During SonosNet setup, this
occurs after a button press
while the product is
searching for a household to
join.
BRIDGE, BOOST,
CONNECT, SUB,
CONNECT:AMP,
DOCK, PLAY:1,
PLAY:3, PLAY:5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
Rapidly flashing
orange
Playback / Next Song failed CONNECT,
CONNECT:AMP,
PLAY:1, PLAY:3,
PLAY:5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
Indicates either playback or next song
was not possible.
Solid orange During wireless setup, this
occurs while the Sonos open
access point is temporarily
active.
If you are not setting up
Sonos, this may indicate
warning mode.
CONNECT, SUB,
CONNECT:AMP,
PLAY:1, PLAY:3,
PLAY:5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
If the orange light is on AND the speaker’s
volume level automatically reduces, this
indicates the speaker is in warning mode.
• Press the Pause button to stop the
audio.
• For Sonos products with a vent
opening (SUB, CONNECT:AMP),
check to make sure it’s not blocked.
• Check the room temperature to make
sure it’s less than 104°F/ 40° C.
• If the speaker is in direct sunlight,
provide shade.
• Allow the speaker to cool for several
minutes and then press Play to
restart the audio.
• If the problem does not resolve,
please contact Customer Care.
Flashing green
and white
Speakers are being linked to
your Sonos account.
BRIDGE, BOOST,
CONNECT, SUB,
CONNECT:AMP,
DOCK, PLAY:1,
PLAY:3, PLAY:5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
Link the speaker(s) to your account. For
more information, see
http://faq.sonos.com/accountlink.
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Important safety information
Flashing red and
white
Speaker repartitioning failed. BRIDGE, BOOST,
CONNECT, SUB,
CONNECT:AMP,
DOCK, PLAY:1,
PLAY:3, PLAY:5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
Please contact Customer Care.
Flashing red Speaker setup timed out.
This happens if a speaker is
plugged in for 30 minutes
without being set up.
CONNECT, SUB,
CONNECT:AMP,
PLAY:1, PLAY:3,
PLAY5,
PLAYBAR,
PLAYBASE
Unplug the speaker, wait 10 seconds,
plug it back in, and set it up.
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.
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Specifications
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.
Feature Description
Audio
Amplifier Two Class-D digital amplifiers
Tweeter One tweeter creates a crisp and accurate high frequency response
Mid-Woofer One mid-woofer ensures the faithful reproduction of mid-range frequencies
crucial for accurate playback of vocals and instruments, as well as delivery
of deep, rich bass
Stereo Pair setting Turns two PLAY:1s into separate left and right channel speakers
5.1 Home Theater Add two PLAY:1 speakers to a Sonos home theatre and SUB for a true
surround sound experience
Music
Audio Formats Supported Support for compressed MP3, AAC (without DRM), WMA without DRM
(including purchased Windows Media downloads), AAC (MPEG4), AAC+,
Ogg Vorbis, Apple Lossless, Flac (lossless) music files, as well as
uncompressed WAV and AIFF files.
Native support for 44.1kHz sample rates. Additional support for 48kHz,
32kHz, 24kHz, 22kHz, 16kHz, 11kHz, and 8kHz sample rates. MP3 supports
all rates except 11kHz and 8kHz.
Note: Apple “FairPlay”, WMA DRM and WMA Lossless formats not currently
supported. Previously purchased Apple “FairPlay” DRM-protected songs
may be upgraded.
Music Services Supported Sonos works seamlessly with most music services, including Apple
Music™, Deezer, Google Play Music, Pandora, Spotify and Radio by TuneIn,
as well as downloads from any service offering DRM-free tracks. Service
availability varies by region. For a complete list, see
http://www.sonos.com/music.

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* Specifications subject to change without notice.
Product guide feedback?
We’d love to hear from you! We’ll read your feedback carefully and use it to help us improve our product
guides. Write to us at: [e-mail]
If you’re having a problem with your Sonos system, please contact Customer Care so they can help. Email
them at http://www.sonos.com/emailsupport.
Internet Radio Supported Streaming MP3, HLS/AAC, WMA
Album Art Supported JPEG, PNG, BMP, GIF
Playlists Supported Rhapsody, iTunes, WinAmp, and Windows Media Player (.m3u, .pls, .wpl)
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.
SonosNet™Extender Functions to extend and enhance the power of SonosNet, a secure AES
encrypted, peer-to-peer wireless mesh network dedicated exclusively for
Sonos to reduce Wi-Fi interference.
Ethernet Port One 10/100Mbps Ethernet port allows a connection to your network or to
other Sonos speakers.
General
Power Supply 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, auto-switchable
Top Panel Buttons Volume and Play/Pause.
Press Play/Pause button once to start or stop the music; twice to skip to the
next track
Top Panel LE D Indicates PLAY:1 status
Dimensions (H x W x D) 6.36 x 4.69 x 4.69 (in) / 161.45 x 119.7 X 119.7 (mm)
Threaded mount Standard 1/4”-20 threaded mounting socket
Weight 4.08 lb (1.85 kg)
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, such as in a bathroom with a running
shower. (The PLAY:1 is not waterproof or water-resistant.)
Product Finish White with light metallic grille; black with graphite grille
Feature Description

Sonos PLAY:1 17
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