SONOS PORT (01) PDF Document

The SONOS PORT is a versatile streaming component for your stereo or receiver with the following features:

• Plug in the audio equipment you already own and listen out loud.

• Stream everything you love using the Sonos app and AirPlay2.

• Use line-in to connect your turntable, or play music straight from a friend’s phone on your stereo.

• A 12V trigger automatically turns your amplifier on and off.

• The SONOS PORT works with either Sonos S2 or Sonos S1.

The status light on your SONOS PORT indicates the product’s status. If the light is distracting, you can turn it off in your room’s settings.

The connector panel on your SONOS PORT includes several ports for different functions:

Join button: Press to connect during setup.

Ethernet ports (2): Use an Ethernet cable to connect to a router, computer, or additional network device like a network-attached storage (NAS) device. The LED indicators show the following:

• Flashing Green (network activity)

• Yellow (link connection)

12 V trigger: Use a stereo or 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm cable to wake your third-party amplifier whenever Sonos starts playing audio. Note: Refer to the guide that came with your amplifier for details on the use of the 12V trigger input.

AC power (mains) input: Use only the included power supply. Using a third-party power supply will void your warranty.

Analog audio in: Use a standard RCA audio cable (included) to connect the SONOS PORT’s analog audio inputs to the audio outputs from a separate audio component, like a pre-amplified turntable.

Analog audio out: Use a standard RCA audio cable (included) to connect the SONOS PORT’s analog audio outputs to the audio inputs on your amplified audio component.

Digital audio out: Use a digital coaxial cable to connect the SONOS PORT’s coaxial digital audio output to the audio inputs on your amplified audio component.

You can place your SONOS PORT just about anywhere, such as in an electronics rack, on a shelf, or on a credenza with your audio/video receiver (AVR).

Rack mounted:

The SONOS PORT fits perfectly in any electronics rack using a third-party shelf. You can fit 3 units across a standard rack and take up only 1 rack unit of vertical space.

Placed on a credenza:

• Place it horizontally on a stable and level surface.

• If you put it on a shelf, for best performance, place it at the front and leave at least 2″ space all around.

To connect your SONOS PORT, first attach the power cord and plug in your Port.

If you’re connecting to powered speakers:

You may need a Y-adapter audio cable (one 1/8″ stereo miniplug to dual RCA male connectors) to connect powered speakers to the audio outputs on the Sonos product. If your speakers have a male 1/8″ stereo plug, you’ll need to attach a female-to-female coupler between the speaker plug and the Y-adapter audio cable.

If you’re connecting to an audio/video receiver (AVR) or amplifier:

• If you have digital inputs on your AVR or amplifier, you can use a digital coaxial cable to connect the SONOS PORT’s digital output to the digital input on the receiver.

• If you have analog inputs on your AVR or amplifier, use a standard RCA audio cable to connect the SONOS PORT’s analog audio output to the audio inputs on the receiver.

• Select the proper input channel on the receiver.

If you’re connecting to a computer:

You’ll need a stereo mini to RCA Y-adapter audio cable (one 1/8″ stereo miniplug to dual RCA male connectors) to connect from the SONOS PORT’s analog audio output to your computer’s audio input.

You can connect an external source like a phono preamp (your turntable may have a built-in phono preamp), or other audio device to the Line-In port on your SONOS PORT.

Control volume from your AVR or amplifier (Fixed line-out level)

Set the SONOS PORT’s line-out level to Fixed if you want to control the volume exclusively from your AVR or amplifier. You won’t be able to use the Sonos app to adjust the volume or equalization settings. To do this, go to settings and choose Fixed for the Line-Out Level.

Control the volume from Sonos (Variable line-out level)

When the SONOS PORT’s line-out level is set to Variable, you can use the Sonos app to adjust the volume.

1. Adjust your AVR or amplifier’s volume to your typical listening volume.

2. Make sure the line-out level is set to Variable. If it’s not, you’ll need to change it by going to settings and choosing Variable for the Line-Out Level.

3. Use the Sonos app to adjust the volume so you can hear music on your Sonos system. It may need to be turned up fairly high.

4. Readjust the volume on your AVR or amplifier so it falls within your typical listening range.

Use Sonos to control the volume on your home theater or amplifier (Pass-Through)

When the SONOS PORT’s line-out level is set to Pass-Through, it stays at a fixed volume and sends volume commands to your amplifier. You can control volume using the Sonos app, a universal remote, or your voice if you have a voice assistant enabled. Go to settings and choose Pass-Through for the Line-Out Level.

Note: Make sure your amplifier supports Pass-Through. If you set the line-out level to Pass-Through and your amplifier doesn’t support it, you won’t be able to control the volume.

*Specifications subject to change without notice.