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What is the warranty like on the Sonos Beam?

The warranty period of the Sonos Beam is of 1 year. In order to claim warranty, please visit our Sonos Warranty Page We are very helpful guys, just saying.

Are Voice Assistant services supported in India?

No, unfortunately, the Voice Assistant feature is currently unavailable in India. Availability of voice services varies by country and language and it is yet to be supported in India.

How does Sonos Beam differ from Playbar and Playbase?

Sonos Beam is a more compact speaker and can fit almost anywhere. Playbar and Playbase have more speakers, so they produce louder sound with more width and bass. Beam is perfect for small to mid-sized rooms, whereas Playbar and Playbase are capable of filling large spaces. Beam features HDMI connectivity and has Alexa voice control built-inwhile Playbar and Playbase rely on Optical and work with other Alexa-enabled devices.

Can I control my TV with Sonos Beam and Amazon Alexa?

For compatible TVs, Sonos Beam introduces commands specific to TV use, including “Turn on the TV” and “Turn off the TV”. Sonos Beam also follows commands such as “Turn it up” and “Mute”, applying them to the TV volume. Sonos Beam must be connected to your TV’s HDMI-ARC input and your TV needs to support CEC features. Amazon Alexa voice control for your TV will not work if Sonos Beam is connected via optical adapter. Compatible with FireTV and other video streaming devices that work with Alexa when they launch in your region.

Can I turn off the far-field microphones?

Yes, simply touch the microphone icon and the light will turn off/on. When the microphone light is on, Alexa is ready for a voice command. When the light is off, the microphone is off. This ensures privacy when you want it.

How will Sonos Beam connect to smart home or home automation systems?

Sonos Beam can control devices through skills in the Alexa app. In addition, Sonos has certified partnerships with smart home systems like Wink and Lutron. Based on your setup, commands to control various smart devices throughout your home will work. Possibilities include “Set temperature to 20” and “Turn Living Room lights on.”

What is HDMI-ARC?

Sonos Beam connects to your TV’s HDMI-ARC port. Most TVs have two to four HDMI ports, one of which is labelled ARC, which stands for Audio Return Channel. The HDMI-ARC port syncs audio and picture, plus automatically pairs your TV remote to Sonos Beam. If you’re unsure if your TV has an HDMI-ARC port, consult your TV specs with the manufacturer. If your TV is older than 5 years, or otherwise doesn't have an HDMI ARC port, you can use the included optical audio adapter to connect Sonos Beam to the optical port on your TV. Please note that Amazon Alexa TV voice commands will not work when connected via optical adapter.

Does Sonos Beam support Apple AirPlay 2?

You can use Apple AirPlay 2 and stream straight to Sonos Beam from your iPad, iPhone and Mac.

Does Sonos Beam pair with other Sonos speakers for surround sound?

Yes. While Sonos Beam is a great soundbar on its own, it also wirelessly pairs with our Sub for added bass and a pair of Sonos speakers for full surround sound. A setup with left and right rears and a Sub gives you true 5.1 surround sound.

Can I wall mount Sonos Beam?

Yes. You can easily and securely mount Sonos Beam using our custom-designed wall mount. Our wall mount comes in all white or black – to complement your speaker – and is designed with 1 inch/2.5 cm of clearance from the wall to achieve the best acoustics. Sonos Beam also supports a range of certified third-party accessories that you can find on Sonos.com.

What audio codecs and formats will Sonos Beam support?

Sonos Beam plays audio from PCM stereo and Dolby Digital sources.

What audio content can I play on Sonos Beam?

Sonos Beam plays back all of your TV audio, once setup with the Sonos app is complete. You can stream audio from TV, movies, video on demand, music, radio, video games, audiobooks and podcasts.

What if my TV supports a codec that isn’t one of the supported by Sonos Beam?

When Sonos Beam is connected to HDMI-ARC on your TV, the TV and Sonos Beam automatically pick the best format that both systems can support. If you are using the Optical Audio Adapter, Sonos Beam will support PCM stereo and Dolby Digital.

Why does Sonos Beam have Bluetooth Low Energy?

Sonos Beam uses Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to temporarily communicate with your phone/tablet during the setup process. BLE does not support audio streaming. Once setup is done, Sonos Beam streams and updates via your own WiFi.

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WARRANTY

1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this Sonos Beam comes with a 1 year warranty from Sonos that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

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"The Beam sounds rather exceptional for its price and size. The presentation simply smashes expectations, particularly in terms of width, depth and three-dimensionality."

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"This is the Sonos soundbar we've been waiting for. The Sonos Beam is small enough to attach itself to the majority of TVs, and comes coupled with enough innovation and sound performance to impress."

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"Once you’ve got everything set up, the Beam sounds very good for its size. In two smaller living room spaces, the Beam more than filled the room, with excellent stereo separation and a surprising presence."

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"The Sonos Beam is great for dialogue and TV shows. It has a fairly neutral sound profile that's well suited for vocal-centric content like podcasts or audiobooks."

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"The Beam can be room-filling. It has a very clear audio profile means you hear every dialogue so well and don’t really need the subtitles to get the better of the 5W speaker on your telly."

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"The Sonos Beam is the least-expensive sound bar available with a choice of two voice assistants, Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Its expansive sound can fill a small room."

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