Sonos Roam User manual

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Roam
Sonos Roam is the portable smart speaker for listening at home and on the go.
Enjoy up to 10 hours of continuous playback on a single charge—when it’s time to recharge,
connect the included cable to a 7.5 W or higher USB power source, place Roam on a
compatible Qi wireless charger, or magnetically snap Roam to its custom wireless charger
(sold separately).
Lightweight, durable, waterproof design is ideal for the beach, pool parties, and more.
Stream over WiFi at home—connect to Bluetooth anywhere else.
Easy voice control with Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant built right in.
Works with the S2 app.
Compatible with your other S2 Sonos speakers for multi-room listening.
See Getting started when you’re ready to add Roam to your Sonos system.
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Controls and lights
Volume control Volume up (+); Volume down (-)
Note: Press and hold to quickly change the
volume.
Playback control and
sound swap
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Press once to play or pause audio.
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Press and hold to group with other
speakers.
Continue holding the button down to
move the sound to and from your
nearest Sonos speaker.
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Double press for next track.

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Triple press for previous track.
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Note: You can’t skip forward or go back when
listen ing to a radio station.
Microphone Press the microphone button to turn the
microphone on or off.
If you have a voice assistant, voice control is on
when the light is on—when the light is off, voice
control is off.
Status light Indicates the speaker’s status.
Solid white: on.
Blinking blue: Bluetooth pairing mode.
Solid blue: connected with device via
Bluetooth.
Flashing orange: if the product gets too
hot, the
status light flashes orange and the
product chirps 3 times. Move the
product to a cooler location, away from
direct sunlight.
Learn more
Battery light Blinks when the battery is low.
Light turns on for 10 seconds when charging
starts.
Learn more
Note: Roam’s remaining battery life is always
visible in the Sonos app.
Back panel
USB-C port  Use the included cable to connect to a
compatible 7.5 W or higher USB-A power source.
Power button Power / Bluetooth Press to power on
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Press and hold to power off .
Note: When Roam is on, a single press activates
sleep mode to save battery life. To
wake Roam up, press any button.
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To pair a Bluetooth device,  press and hold until
you hear the pairing tone.
Charging
USB-C to USB-A
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Use the included cable to connect to a
compatible 7.5 W (5V/1.5A) or higher USB-A
charger. (Optional Sonos USB Power Adapter sold
separately.)
Note: Roam’s remaining battery life is visible in
the Sonos app.
Sonos Wireless
Charger
(sold separately)
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Just place Roam on the smooth, magnetized side
of the charger for easy recharging—no extra
wires or cables needed.
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Location and usage guidelines
You can use your speaker just about anywhere. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
When the microphone is on, Roam tunes itself with automatic Trueplay™ for amazing sound
no matter where you are and what you’re listening to.
You can place Roam next to a wall or on a shelf—for best performance, leave at least 1"
(2.5 cm) space around the back of the speaker.
Roam’s durable design includes silicone end caps to protect the speaker if it’s dropped or
bumped.
For optimal performance, avoid placing Roam in direct sunlight.
Roam can be placed horizontally or vertically. When vertical, Roam takes up barely any room.
Position it horizontally for added stability on uneven surfaces.
Waterproof design
Roam has an IP67 rating—it’s dustproof and waterproof and can be submerged 1 meter for up to 30
minutes. If Roam gets saturated with water, you can dry it off this way:
1. Flush Roam with tap water, then give it a quick shake.
2. Place the speaker vertically for a few seconds until it drains, then place it face down (logo side
down) on a dry towel for a few minutes.
3. Start playing some audio to assist with drainage.
Note: Don’t play audio when Roam is immersed in water.
Automatic Trueplay™
Auto Trueplay tuning optimizes the sound for wherever you are and whatever you’re listening to. Your
speaker’s microphone is used to detect the environment so auto Trueplay can make periodic tuning
adjustments to deliver the best sound.
Microphone on/off
The microphone is used for voice control, and for automatic Trueplay tuning. Press  to turn the
microphone on or off—the microphone LED light will let you know when your voice assistant is
listening.
When the microphone light is on,
If you have a voice assistant, voice control is on and your voice assistant is ready to
respond.
Auto Trueplay tuning is enabled so Roam can automatically adjust its sound for your
surroundings.
When the microphone light is off,
If you have a voice assistant, voice control is off—your voice assistant is not listening.
Automatic Trueplay tuning is disabled.
Accessories
For add-ons tailored to perfectly fit your Roam, see Accessories on our website.
Specifications
Sonos Roam
Feature Description
Audio

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Amplifier Two Class-H digital amplifiers.
Tweeter One tweeter offers crisp high frequencies.
Mid-Woofer One mid-woofer ensures faithful playback of mid-range vocal
frequencies.
Adjustable EQ Use the Sonos S2 app to adjust bass, treble, and loudness.
Microphone array Far-field microphone array uses advanced beamforming and multi-
channel echo cancellation so your voice assistant can be readily
activated.
Software
Sonos S2 Set up and control Roam with the latest generation of the Sonos
app.
Apple AirPlay 2 Works with AirPlay 2 on Apple devices iOS 11.4 and higher.
Voice Works with Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant.
Automatic Trueplay™ This tuning technology uses spatial awareness to smartly adjust the
sound for the speaker’s orientation (vertical/horizontal), location, and
the content that’s playing. Works on WiFi and Bluetooth. Microphone
must be on.
Sound Swap To group Roam with other Sonos speakers, press and hold the
Play/Pause button for 1 second.
To move the sound to or from Roam, continue holding the button
down.
Details
IP Rating IP67 (speaker can be submerged in 1m of water for up to 30
minutes)
Dimensions (H x W x D) 6.61 x 2.44 x 2.36 in (168 x 62x 60mm)
Weight .95 lb. (.43 kg)
Memory 1GB SDRAM; 4GB NV
CPU Quad Core; 1.3 GHz A-53
Operating Temperature 41º to 95º F (5º to 35º C)
Storage Temperature -4º to 145º F (-20º to 63º C)
Package Contents Sonos Roam, USB cable (3.9 ft/ 1.2 m), and Quickstart guide
Power & Connectivity
WiFi Connects to WiFi network with any 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4 or 5 GHz
broad cast-capable router
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 supports audio streaming from your smartphone and
other devices
Inputs USB-C for charging
Battery 18 Wh battery provides up to 10 hours of continuous playback on a
single charge
Recharging Recharge with the included USB-C cable connected to any 7.5 W
(5V/1.5A) or higher USB power adapter, a wireless Qi charger, or the
Sonos Wireless Charger
Charging Time 0% to 50% in 1 hour on USB; 2 hours wirelessly
* Specifications subject to change without notice.
Important safety information

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Please read these instructions and heed all warnings. Keep them in a convenient location and make
sure everyone in the household is aware of them.
Important:Do not connect the USB cable to Roam while using the NFC tag.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Clean with a damp or dry soft cloth. Do not use household cleaners or solvents as they
may damage the finish on your Sonos products.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
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 recepta cles, 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. Roam meets IP67 water resistance levels.