How to Set Up Your Sonos Soundbar

Overview

Sonos Sonos Arc/Beam Gen 2/Ray Soundbar setup takes under 15 minutes for most users — if you're stuck, the steps below target the specific points where installs stall.

This guide covers the setup for a Sonos soundbar (Arc, Beam, or Ray). It explains how to connect the soundbar to your TV using HDMI ARC/eARC or Optical, connect to power, and complete the setup and room tuning process using the Sonos S2 app.

Why This Happens in Real Homes

A Sonos soundbar connects to your TV over HDMI ARC/eARC (or optical via the included adapter on older TVs), then to WiFi for streaming — so setup is really the HDMI connection plus getting it on your network and running Trueplay.

Start by connecting the soundbar to the TV's HDMI ARC/eARC port (or optical adapter), enabling HDMI-CEC/ARC on the TV, and adding it in the Sonos app on your network. Set the TV audio output to the soundbar, run Trueplay to tune it to the room, and confirm the TV isn't still using its own speakers.

What's Included

• Sonos soundbar (Arc, Beam, or Ray)
• Power cable for the soundbar
• HDMI cable (for Arc/Beam) or Optical cable (for Ray)
• Your smartphone with the Sonos S2 app
• A TV with HDMI ARC/eARC or Optical out
• A stable Wi-Fi network connection

Got your materials ready? Here's what to check first.

Before You Start

• A TV with an HDMI ARC or eARC port
• Or a TV with an optical audio output
• A stable Wi-Fi network is required
• The Sonos S2 app is installed on your phone
• The soundbar is plugged into a power outlet
• You are logged into your Sonos account

Tools & Requirements

Installation Steps

1

Connect Soundbar to TV

Unbox your soundbar and place it below your TV. For a Sonos Arc or Beam (Gen 2), connect it to your TV's HDMI ARC or eARC port using the included HDMI cable. For a Sonos Ray, use the included optical audio cable to connect it to your TV's optical output port.

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2

Connect to Power and Open App

Plug the soundbar's power cable into a wall outlet. Download the Sonos S2 app on your smartphone or tablet. Open the app and either create a new Sonos account or log in to your existing one. The app will guide you through setting up a new system.

3

Add the Soundbar in the App

The Sonos app will automatically detect the new soundbar nearby. Follow the on-screen prompts to add it to your system. This will involve connecting it to your Wi-Fi network by entering your password and then checking for and installing any available software updates.

4

Tune with Trueplay

For the best sound quality, use the Trueplay tuning feature. This requires an iOS device. The app will instruct you to walk around your room while the soundbar plays test tones. This process analyzes your room's acoustics and optimizes the soundbar's audio output.

Installation Tips

Still stuck? This is usually the deeper cause below.

Need More Help? Sonos Support

Note: The contact information below connects you directly to Sonos's official customer support team, not Trunetto. They can help with warranty claims, device replacements, and advanced technical issues.