How to Connect Sonos Surround Speakers
- Open System Settings in App
- Select Your Soundbar's Room
- Add Surround Speakers
- Position and Tune Speakers
Most users complete this in under 20 minutes
Overview
This guide explains how to add two matching Sonos speakers (like the Era 100 or One SL) as rear surround channels to your Sonos soundbar. It covers the requirements, the setup process within the Sonos app, and proper placement for an immersive home theater experience.
What's Included
- Two matching Sonos speakers (e.g., two One SLs)
- A compatible Sonos soundbar (Arc, Beam, Ray)
- The Sonos S2 app on your smartphone
- A stable Wi-Fi network for all devices
- Both speakers are powered on
- Both speakers are already set up in the app
Got your materials ready? Here's what to check first.
Before You Start
- The speakers are not the same model
- Speakers are not on the same Wi-Fi network
- Speakers are not in the same app room
- You are trying to use a portable speaker
- The soundbar is not compatible
- The app needs to be updated
Don't skip this step — it breaks everything if you do
You must use two identical Sonos speakers as surrounds. You cannot mix models (e.g., one Era 100 and one One SL).
Tools & Requirements
Installation Steps
Open System Settings in App
Open the Sonos S2 app on your smartphone or tablet. Navigate to the 'Settings' tab, which is usually represented by a gear icon. From there, select 'System' to see a list of all the Sonos products and rooms you have set up in your home.
Select Your Soundbar's Room
Under the 'Products' list in the System menu, find and select the room that contains your Sonos soundbar (e.g., 'Living Room'). This will open the specific settings and options available for your home theater setup, including the option to add surround speakers.
Add Surround Speakers
In your soundbar's room settings, tap the 'Add Surrounds' option. The app will then prompt you to select the two matching Sonos speakers you wish to use as your rear channels. The app will guide you in identifying the left and right speakers.
Position and Tune Speakers
Place the two surround speakers to the left and right of your primary listening position, angled towards you at ear level for the best effect. After they are connected, run Trueplay tuning again from the app settings to balance the entire home theater system.
Installation Tips
Still stuck? This is usually the deeper cause below.
Position your surround speakers slightly behind your listening position, at ear level, for the most immersive experience.
Before you go — these Sonos guides fix most remaining issues.
Most popular upgrades chosen by Sonos Era 100/One SL as surround speakers owners.
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Official Manufacturer Manual
Sonos provides official product documentation through their online manual rather than downloadable PDF. Access setup guides, troubleshooting steps, and product specifications for your Sonos Era 100/One SL as surround speakers.
Source: sonos.com
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