Setting up a Sonos Beam involves connecting it to your TV and Wi-Fi network. You'll need a mobile device or tablet connected to your Wi-Fi, the Sonos Beam itself, an HDMI cable, and potentially the optical adapter (if your TV doesn't have HDMI-ARC).
Here's a breakdown of the setup:
- Gather the necessary components: You need the Sonos Beam, HDMI cable (included), optical adapter (if required by your TV), and a mobile device (phone or tablet) with the Sonos app installed.
- Connect to power: Plug the Sonos Beam into a power outlet.
- Connect to your TV:
- HDMI-ARC: Connect the included HDMI cable from the Sonos Beam to the HDMI-ARC port on your TV. This port allows the TV to send audio to the soundbar.
- Optical Connection: If your TV doesn't have HDMI-ARC, use the optical adapter. Connect the optical cable to the adapter, then connect the adapter to the Sonos Beam and the optical output on your TV.
- Download and open the Sonos app: If you haven't already, download the Sonos app on your phone or tablet from your app store. Open the app.
- Follow the in-app instructions: The Sonos app will guide you through the setup process, including connecting the Beam to your Wi-Fi network and configuring TV audio settings. The app searches for the Beam and prompts you to add it to your system.
- Complete the setup: Follow all on-screen prompts to complete the setup, which includes tasks like naming the room where the Beam is located.
