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SONOS PLAY:5

The original bigger room bigger sound, all-in-one player
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The PLAY:5 is a high-performance, all-in-one wireless music system that delivers crystal-clear, room-filling sound. Simply plug it in wherever you want music and enjoy. The 5-driver speaker system is individually powered by 5 dedicated digital amplifiers and includes 2 tweeters, 2 mid-range drivers and 1 subwoofer for high-quality sound that rivals much larger, more complicated audio equipment. To start playing music, one ZonePlayer or BRIDGE must be connected to the router, then all the rest work wirelessly. The PLAY:5 is available in both black and white.


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Crystal-clear, room-filling sound

The PLAY:5 is a high-performance wireless music system with 2 tweeters, 2 mid-range drivers and 1 subwoofer driver for bass you can feel. Each speaker is powered by a dedicated digital amplifier (5 in all) and optimized to deliver accurate tonal balance and deep bass. The PLAY:5’s all digital sound architecture provides precise sound reproduction, just as the artist intended. And all filter settings, active equalization and time-alignment are done in the digital domain through state-of-the-art DSP circuitry, so there’s absolutely no loss of audio quality or energy.

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Convenient, all-in-one solution

The PLAY:5 is a complete wireless music system that works wherever you want music. No need to connect to speakers or audio equipment. Just plug it in and enjoy. Want music in another room? Simply add more PLAY:5s to your house without adding wires. And when the party moves outside or to another room, just pick up the PLAY:5 with the convenient, built-in handle and take the music with you.

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Instant access to endless music

Sonos liberates the music on the Internet, your computer and more, so you can wirelessly play it all over the home. Wherever there’s an PLAY:5 (or any other ZonePlayer), you can tune in to 100,000 Internet radio stations, shows and podcasts and stream millions of songs and stations from the most popular online music services. Plus, you can play your entire personal music library, like iTunes®, in any or every room. You can even connect to your favorite audio source, such as an Apple AirPort Express®, CD player or TV and listen on all the ZonePlayers throughout your home.

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Control it all with your favorite mobile devices…and more

Wirelessly control all your music and all your ZonePlayers with your choice of Sonos Controllers. Got an Android™ smartphone, iPhone®, iPod touch®, or iPad™? Then, simply download one of the free Sonos Controller apps and take control with the mobile device you already have and love. Want a dedicated Controller that everyone in the home can use? Grab the touch screen SONOS CONTROL and pick a room, find a song and touch play. Got a desktop or laptop? Then use the Sonos Controller for Mac or PC for added control. They all work together seamlessly so mix and match to your heart’s content.

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Best-in-class wireless technology for multi-room music

The PLAY:5 brings great sounding music wirelessly to any room in your house, without a big wiring project. SonosNet 2.0, our wireless mesh network technology, provides superior wireless range for whole-house coverage, ensures synchronous music playback, and avoids sources of wireless interference. Which means the music gets to all the right rooms — near or far — at exactly the right time.

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Simple setup & expansion

Setting up your PLAY:5 is incredibly easy — simply plug it in. No technical or wiring expertise required. No speakers or audio equipment to connect. All you need is a high-speed Internet connection and a router to get started. One ZonePlayer or BRIDGE in your system must be connected to the router and all the rest will work wirelessly. Add more PLAY:5s in more rooms without wires.

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New features and music services with automatic updates

Unlike most other consumer electronic products, the PLAY:5 and the entire Sonos system keep getting better even after you buy it. With free automatic software updates you’ll always have the newest features and music services to enjoy. Just register your system and Sonos will automatically notify you when software updates are available. Simply press one button and your system updates itself.

Crystal-clear, room-filling sound
5 speakers powered by 5 dedicated digital amplifiers
The PLAY:5 uses 5 state-of the-art digital amplifiers individually coupled with 5 speakers to deliver superior sound to any room. The wireless music system provides crystal-clear, high-quality sound that rivals much larger, more complicated systems. A subwoofer produces powerful bass while two mid-range drivers and two tweeters fill out the sound.
Class-D amplifiers
State of the art, great sounding amplifiers that are light weight, powerful and very energy efficient in standby and use.
Tweeters
2 tweeters create a crisp and accurate high frequency response.
Mid-range drivers
2 dedicated mid-range drivers ensure the faithful reproduction of mid-range frequencies crucial for accurate playback of vocals and instruments.
Subwoofer driver
Dedicated subwoofer driver provides deep, powerful bass you can feel.
All-digital sound architecture
From the recording studio to your home the music is reproduced as the artist intended. All filter settings, active equalization, and time-alignment are done in the digital domain through state-of-the-art DSP circuitry so there’s absolutely no loss of audio quality or energy.
Acoustic port
The acoustic port on the rear of the unit serves two purposes — it’s vital to the sound output of the PLAY:5 when in use and it’s also a convenient handle when moving it from one room to another.
Adjustable bass and treble controls
Optimize sound performance using zone-specific bass, treble, balance, and loudness controls. Adjust volume by individual zone or by groups of zones.
Instant access to endless music
Pre-loaded Internet radio stations — free of charge
Sonos includes more than 100,000 radio stations, shows, and podcasts – all for free. And you can tune in without turning on your computer. Browse for stations or type in specific call letters or a radio host you love.
Enjoy computer-free music playback
Get instant access to millions of songs and thousands of radio stations — without ripping, downloading or turning on a computer. Sonos connects directly to these services over the Internet and then streams the music to the rooms of your choice.
Play your entire iTunes library stored on any computer
Sonos can play music stored on up to 16 PCs, Macs or NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices on your home network, supporting the most popular audio formats, from iTunes® to MP3.
Stream music from an iPhone®, iPad™ or iPod touch®
Simply connect an Apple AirPort Express® to any ZonePlayer via line-in and experience true multi-room AirPlay.
Listen to music that’s stored on an iPod or iPhone
Dock, charge and wirelessly play the music from an iPod or iPhone with the SONOS DOCK.
Play music and audio from a CD or MP3 player, TV and more throughout the home
Analog audio inputs let you connect to an external audio source (such as a CD or MP3 player, TV, DVD, VCR, or radio) and play that music or audio on all ZonePlayers in the system.
Control it all with your favorite mobile devices & more
Control all your music and rooms with your Android™ smartphone, iPhone®, iPod touch®, and iPad™
Free Sonos Controller apps for Android, iPhone and iPad let you control your ZonePlayer and the vast array of music on the Internet and your computer right from the palm of your hand. Download the apps for free on the iTunes App Store or Android Market™.
Integrated, multi-room control
If you have multiple ZonePlayers, you can control what music is playing in every room in your house, from anywhere in your house. Sonos Controllers aren’t tied to a specific ZonePlayer, so you can use any Controller to control the music and the volume in all your rooms.
Find and play your favorite songs in an instant
Browse or search for songs and stations, choose the music, and control the volume from anywhere in the home.
Wireless connectivity*
The Android smartphone, iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad connect to your Sonos system through your home WiFi network.
Includes Sonos Controller for Mac or PC
Turn any Mac or PC desktop or laptop computer in your home into a Controller. The software is included for free with every ZonePlayer.
Dedicated SONOS CONTROL (sold separately)
Increase your control with a dedicated touch screen SONOS CONTROL featuring instant-on, dedicated buttons and long battery life.
Wireless multi-room music with SonosNet 2.0
Built-in wireless capability

The PLAY:5 can go anywhere, delivering music to any room in your house, wirelessly. ZonePlayers and Controllers establish their own secure wireless mesh network that delivers the extensive range and superior performance you need to get music all over your house.

NOTE: To get started, you must wire either one PLAY:5 or a BRIDGE to your home network using a standard Ethernet cable.


SonosNet 2.0 wireless mesh network technology

Provides whole-house coverage, ensures synchronous music playback, and avoids sources of wireless interference. Incorporating sophisticated MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) technology, SonosNet uses multiple antennas and radios together to boost signal strength and reach remote locations.

  • Works with any mix of ZonePlayers
  • Compatible with all previous generations of Sonos ZonePlayers, Controllers, and BRIDGES

Listen to the same song in multiple rooms, perfectly synchronized
Play the same song in different rooms, simultaneously, without echoes or delays. Add or drop rooms from your zone grouping and still be in sync.
Play the same song in different rooms, simultaneously, without echoes or delays. Add or drop rooms from your zone grouping and still be in sync.
Tune in to an Internet radio station in the bedroom, stream a music service in the kitchen and play a song from your music library in the living room — simultaneously.
Simple setup and expandable design
Simple setup
No technical or wireless expertise required. Put a PLAY:5 in any room where you want music, plug it in and enjoy. Wire one PLAY:5 or a BRIDGE (sold separately) to your router to access a world of music on the Internet. The Sonos System Setup software provides simple on-screen prompts on any Sonos Controller. With the touch of a few buttons, you’ll be playing music all over the house in minutes.
Expandable wireless system
Expand your wireless music system room by room. Wirelessly add more PLAY:5s to your house with the press of a single button and enjoy true multi-room music.
Simple to move
Built-in carrying handle allows you to move the PLAY:5 to the backyard, deck or any other room. Simply pick it up, plug it in, and enjoy the music.
Automatic software updates: Sonos keeps getting better
New features and music services delivered automatically — and for free
The Sonos system keeps getting better over time with new features and music services. Once the Sonos system has been registered, Sonos will automatically notify you when software updates are available. Simply press one button and your system updates itself.
Other cool features
Easy Internet connectivity for other products in your house
The PLAY:5 has a two-port Ethernet switch to bring standard Internet connectivity to your set-top box, DVR, PC, game console or NAS drive.
Top-panel volume and mute controls
Provides quick access to volume and mute controls when you don't have a Controller in hand.
Headphone connection
Built-in, auto-detecting connection lets you listen in private with your favorite wired or wireless headphones.
Rubber bottom
Place the PLAY:5 on any kind of surface in your home without fear of scratches or scrapes.
Specification Description
Audio
Amplifier Five Class-D digital amplifiers
Speakers Five driver speaker system — two tweeters, two 3” mid-range drivers, and one 3.5” woofer. Each driver of the product is individually powered by a dedicated amplifier.
Headphone Auto-detecting 3.5 mm headphone connection. The PLAY:5’s integrated speakers mute when headphones are inserted.
Audio line-in Auto-detecting 3.5mm audio line-in connection
Music
Audio formats supported

Support for compressed MP3, iTunes Plus, WMA (including purchased Windows Media downloads), AAC (MPEG4), Ogg Vorbis, Audible (format 4), Apple Lossless, Flac (lossless) music files, as well as uncompressed WAV and AIFF files.

Native support for 44.1kHz sample rates. Additional support for 48kHz, 32kHz, 24kHz, 22kHz, 16kHz, 11kHz, and 8kHz sample rates.

Note: Apple "Fairplay", AAC Enhanced and WMA Lossless formats not currently supported. Previously purchased Apple "Fairplay" DRM-protected songs may be upgraded. See Apple for details.

Apple AirPlay music sources Connect an Apple AirPlay® music source, such as an Apple AirPort Express® to any Sonos ZonePlayer via line-in. Enjoy songs from your iPhone®, iPad™ or iPod touch® in any or every room of the home.

Connect an Apple AirPort Express® to any Sonos ZonePlayer via line-in and stream songs from your iPhone®, iPad™ or iPod touch® all over your home.
Operating systems (for stored files) Windows® XP SP2 and higher; Mac OS X v10.4 and higher; NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices supporting CIFS
Internet radio supported Streaming MP3, WMA
Album art supported JPEG, PNG, BMP, GIF
Playlists supported iTunes®, WinAmp®, Windows Media Player®, and MusicMatch™ (.m3u, .pls, .wpl)
Networking*
Wireless connectivity SonosNet 2.0, a secure AES encrypted, peer-to-peer wireless mesh network
Network bridging 2-port switch (10/100Mbps, auto MDI/MDIX) allows Ethernet devices to connect through SonosNet
General
Power Supply AC 120/240V, 50-60Hz, auto-switchable
Top-panel buttons Volume and Mute
Top-panel lights Indicate ZonePlayer status and Mute status
Dimensions (H x W x D) 8.50 x 14.40 x 4.80 in. (217 x 365 x 123 mm)
Weight 9.15 lb (4.15 kg)
Operating temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage temperature 4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
Product finish White finish with light metallic grill
Multi-language support Sonos System Software supports Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Swedish
Package contents Sonos PLAY:5, power cord, line-in audio cable, flat Ethernet cable, Sonos System Setup software CD-ROM, Product Guide, and Setup Poster

* Internet connection required for access to Internet radio stations, online music services and software updates (DSL, cable modem or LAN-based high-speed Internet connection required.) Internet functionality may require payment of separate fee to a service provider; local and/or long distance telephone charges may apply.

Note: All specifications subject to change without notice.