SONOS One SL Wireless Smart Speaker Black User Manual

: October 30, 2023
: Sonos

Table of Contents

SONOS One SL Wireless Smart Speaker Black
Product Information: One SL
Product Usage Instructions
Overview
Controls and lights
Connector panel
Set up stereo pair
Set up surrounds
Product settings
Accessories
Sonos One Stand
What’s in the box?
Set it up
Sonos One Mount
Specifications
References
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SONOS One SL Wireless Smart Speaker Black

Product Information: One SL

The One SL is an essential speaker designed for music lovers. It can be placed on shelves, counters, and snug spaces, or mounted to a wall, ceiling, or speaker stand. This speaker comes with touch controls that allow you to adjust volume, play and pause, or skip through songs. You can pair two Sonos One SLs for left-right stereo sound or use two Sonos One SLs as rear surrounds for your home theater. You can control your Sonos system with the Sonos S2 app available for Android and iOS devices.

Controls and Lights
The One SL comes with touch controls that let you adjust the volume, play and pause, or skip through songs. The volume control is on the right, and the play/pause and next/previous buttons are on the left. You can quickly change the volume by pressing and holding the volume control. You can add the audio playing in another room by pressing and holding the play/pause button. You can skip to the next song by swiping right and go to the previous song by swiping left. The status light displays the product’s connection to WiFi, indicates when the volume is muted, and signals errors.

Connector Panel
The connector panel of the One SL has a join button to connect to your Sonos system during setup. It also has an Ethernet port that allows you to connect to a router, computer, o network-attached storage (NAS) device (optional). The AC power (mains) input is for powering the speaker.

Select a Location
The One SL can be placed just about anywhere. To ensure maximum performance, it is recommended to leave at least 1 (2.5 cm) space around the back of the speaker. The One SL is humidity-resistant, so it can be used in the bathroom. However, it is not water-resistant, so it should not be placed near water or left in the rain.

Set up Stereo Pair
You can pair two Sonos One SLs in the same room for an even wider, stereo experience. One speaker serves as the left channel, and one serves as the right channel. To set up a stereo pair:

Place the speakers 8 to 10 feet apart. Your favorite listening position should be 8 to 12 feet from the paired speakers–less distance increases bass, more distance improves stereo imaging.
Go to System.
Select one of the speakers you want to use in the stereo pair, then choose Set Up Stereo Pair to get started.

Set up Surrounds
You can turn two Sonos speakers (same model), or a Sonos Amp and your favorite non-Sonos speakers, into separate right and left channels for your home theater. To set up surrounds:

Place each surround speaker about 10 ft from your favorite listening position, angling them toward the seating area.
Go to System.
Select a room with a soundbar and choose Add Surrounds to get started.

Surround Audio Settings
The surround audio settings can be adjusted in the Sonos S2 app.

Product Usage Instructions

To use the One SL speaker:

Place the speaker on a shelf, counter, or snug space or mount it to a wall, ceiling, or speaker stand.
Connect the speaker to a power source using the supplied power cord. Insert the power cord firmly until it is flush with the bottom of the speaker.
Download and install the Sonos S2 app on your Android or iOS device.
Follow the instructions in the app to set up your Sonos system.
To adjust the volume, play and pause, or skip through songs, use the touch controls on the speaker. You can also adjust the volume using the Sonos S2 app.
To pair two Sonos One SLs for left-right stereo sound, follow the set up stereo pair instructions mentioned above.
To use two Sonos One SLs as rear surrounds for your home theater, follow the set up surrounds instructions mentioned above.

Overview

The essential speaker for music lovers—

Perfect fit for shelves, counters, and snug spaces or mounted to a wall, ceiling, or speaker stand.
Touch controls on the speaker let you adjust volume, play and pause, or skip through songs.
Pair two Sonos One SLs for left-right stereo sound, or use two Sonos One SLs as rear surrounds for your home theater.
Control your Sonos system with the Sonos S2 (for Android and iOS).
See Setup when you’re ready to add a Sonos One SL to your system

Controls and lights

Note: If you don’t want to allow playback or volume adjustments using the speaker touch controls, you can disable them in the room’s settings.

Connector panel

Join button
Press to connect to your Sonos system during setup.
Ethernet port
Use an Ethernet cable if you want to connect to a router, computer, or network-attached storage (NAS) device (optional).
AC power (mains) input
Use only the supplied power cord (using a third-party power cord will void your warranty).
Note : Insert the power cord firmly until it is flush with the bottom of the speaker

Select a location
You can put your speaker just about anywhere. For maximum performance, here’s a few guidelines:

Sonos One SL sounds great even when placed next to a wall or on a shelf. For best performance, leave at least 1″ (2.5 cm) space around the back of the speaker.
It’s humidity-resistant so you can use it in the bathroom.
It’s not water-resistant so don’t put it near water or leave it in the rain.

Set up stereo pair

Pair two Sonos speakers in the same room for an even wider, stereo experience. One speaker serves as the left channel and one serves as the right channel.
Note : The Sonos speakers in a stereo pair must be the same type.

Place the speakers 8 to 10 feet apart. Your favorite listening position should be 8 to 12 feet from the paired speakers—less distance increases bass, more distance improves stereo imaging.
Go to > System.
Select one of the speakers you want to use in the stereo pair, then choose Set Up Stereo Pair to get started.
Learn more

Set up surrounds

It’s easy to turn two Sonos speakers (same model), or a Sonos Amp and your favorite nonSonos speakers, into separate right and left channels for your home theater.

Place each surround speaker about 10 ft from your favorite listening position, angling them toward the seating area.
Go to > System.
Select a room with a soundbar and choose Add Surrounds to get started.

Note: If you group the rooms or create a stereo pair instead, you won’t have surround sound.
Learn more

Surround audio settings
During setup, surround sound is optimized for your room. These settings are adjustable:

Surrounds Turn surround sound On or Off.
TV Level Adjust surround volume for TV audio.
Music Level Adjust surround volume for music.
Music Playback Ambient (subtle) or Full (louder, full range). Doesn’t apply to Dolby Atmos Music playback.

Product settings

You can customize Sonos products for your surroundings. Go to > System and select a product.

Room Name
If you move your speaker to a new room, you can change its name in Settings.
Turn off WiFi (not available for Era 100, Era 300 or portable products)
You can turn off your speaker’s WiFi when it’s connected to your network with an Ethernet cable. This reduces power consumption and can improve connectivity for some wired speakers. For products like Amp and Port, turning off WiFi can reduce the internal temperature when they’re placed in a rack or stacked. Learn more
EQ
Sonos products ship with preset equalization settings. You can change the sound settings (bass, treble, balance, or loudness) to suit your personal preferences. Learn more
Trueplay
Trueplay adapts the sound for your surroundings and content. Portable products can tune themselves automatically. Learn more
Volume Limit
You can set a maximum volume for each room. Learn more
Status Light
Displays the speaker’s connection to WiFi, indicates when the volume is muted, and signals errors. Learn more
Note: If the light is distracting, you can turn it off in Settings
Touch Controls
You can disable the touch control on your speaker. You may want to do this to prevent a child or curious pet from accidentally adjusting playback or volume. Learn more
Battery Saver (for portable products only)
To save battery life, you can set your portable speaker to power off automatically instead of going to sleep. It won’t appear in the Sonos app until it’s powered back on.
Line-In (for Sonos products with line-in capability)
When a projector, turntable, stereo, or other audio device is connected to a Sonos product, you can adjust these linein settings:
- Source name: Choose a name for the line-in device.
- Source level: Adjust the line-in source level if you find the default volume setting is too quiet or distorted.
- Audio Delay: Add a delay between the line-in source and Sonos to reduce the chance of audio issues occurring when you’re playing line-in audio on grouped speakers.
- Autoplay: Choose a room if you want line-in audio to start playing automatically when Sonos detects a signal on the line-in port. (Autoplay is disabled by default.)

Accessories

Find the perfect accessory for your Sonos system—tailored to perfectly fit your Sonos products.
For a full selection of Sonos-compatible stands, wall mounts, chargers and cables, see Accessories on our website.

Sonos One Stand

A set of custom-designed stands for Sonos One, One SL and Play:1 speakers provides an elegant solution for placing your home theater surrounds.

Indentation in the stem hides the speaker’s power cable for simple cable management.
Solid construction. The base has increased structural stability to eliminate wobbling, and bumpers secure your speakers in place.
Perfect height for home theater surrounds.
Dimensions (H x W x D): 32.98 x 11.81 x 11.81in. (837.8 x 300 x 300mm)
Weight: 12.3lbs (5.58kg) for the pair; 6.15lbs (2.8kg) each

Note: For the full selection of Sonos-compatible stands, wall mounts, and cables, see Accessories on our website

What’s in the box?

The kit contains a pair of Sonos stands. Each stand assembly includes:

Base
Stem
Speaker platform
Speaker platform bottom cover
Stem top cap
Mounting kit with 4 screws (2 silver, 2 black)

Note: Sonos speakers sold separately.

What you’ll need

Phillips-head screwdriver

Set it up

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Take everything out of the box and place the base in the packaging slot to stabilize it for the next few steps. Unplug your Sonos speaker, and thread the speaker end of the power cord through the opening in the base.
Insert the stem snugly into the base, using the alignment pins to position the power cord channel either in the front or back. Use the 2 black screws and a Phillips-head screwdriver to attach the base.
Route the speaker’s power cord through the speaker platform.
Use the 2 silver screws to attach the speaker platform to the top of the stem, threading the power cable carefully. Snap the bottom plate on with the power cable channel in the back, and mount the platform on the stem.
Plug the power cord back into the speaker and place on the top mount, pulling any extra cable down from the top. Tighten the screws and attach the top cap with the notch facing toward the speaker.
Press the power cord into the stem, working from top to bottom. Pull the excess cable down from the base.
Tilt the Stand forward slightly to wrap the excess cord around the bottom of the base. Plug the speaker’s power cable into the wall and enjoy the music!

Sonos One Shelf

The easy-to-install shelf for Sonos One, One SL and Play:1 securely holds your speaker in place—its space-saving design provides a designated space for your speaker.

Designed to support up to 8lbs (3.6kg).
Dimensions (H x W x D): 0.89 x 10.23 x 6.29in.(22.7 x 260 x 160mm)
Weight: 1lb (0.45kg)

Note: For the full selection of Sonos-compatible stands, wall mounts, and cables, see Accessories on our website.

What’s in the box?

Top shelf
Wall bracket
Bottom cover
Mounting

Note: Sonos speakers sold separately.
What you’ll need

Pencil
Phillips-head screwdriver
Power drill (if needed for install)

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Set it up

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Place the wall bracket against the wall and mark the screw holes. (Make sure the black bracket foam ring is face up.)
If using wall anchors, use a 5/16″ drill bit to drill 2 pilot holes and then insert the wall anchors. Refer to the wall mounting information below for guidelines. Otherwise skip this step.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or a power drill to screw the bracket to the wall.
Position the Shelf the way you want it (supports left or right speaker placement). Press the Shelf firmly on to the wall bracket until it snaps into place (both front and back).
Route the speaker’s power cord through the Shelf opening. (You’ll wrap the cord around the bottom of the Shelf after it’s assembled.)
Carefully align the pins, then press the bottom cover firmly onto the shelf until it snaps into place. Plug the power cord into the speaker and place it on top of the Shelf.
Wrap the excess power cord around the bottom of the Shelf.
Your Shelf assembly is complete— time to play some music!

Sonos One Mount

The easy-to-install mount for Sonos One, One SL and Play:1.
Holds speaker normally, upside-down, or even horizontally.
Speaker can pivot up to 45 degrees.
Allows access to ports, buttons, and touch controls.
Cleanly routes your speaker’s cables.

Important : This mount is intended for use only with Sonos One, One SL, and Play:1.
What’s in the box?

Mount
Wall bracket
Top cap
Mounting kit

Note: Sonos speakers sold separately

What you’ll need

Pencil
Level
Phillips-head screwdriver
Power drill (if needed for installation location)

Set it up

Place the wall mount bracket against the wall using a level to make sure it is vertical and mark the screw holes.
If you’re using wall anchors, use a 5/16″ drill bit to drill 2 pilot holes and then insert the wall anchors.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or power drill to screw in the wall mount bracket.
Feed the speaker’s power cord through the Mount opening and plug it into the speaker. Place it down onto the Mount.
Press the top band down firmly onto the speaker and use a Phillips-head screwdriver to screw in the top band fastener on the back.
Slide the Mount down onto the wall bracket.
Twist the speaker to position it in place, then turn it right to lock it in securely. Turn left to unlock.
Route the power cable into the side hook and plug the speaker into power.

Specifications

Important safety information

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry soft cloth. Household cleaners or solvents can damage the finish on your Sonos products.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat.
Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
This product does not have any user-serviceable parts. Do not open or disassemble or attempt to repair it or replace any components. Refer all servicing to Sonos qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cable or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
The Mains plug should be readily available to disconnect the equipment.
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Do not expose apparatus to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.