SONOS Beam Gen 2 Smart TV Soundbar With HDMI Input Instruction Manual

: June 16, 2024
: Sonos

SONOS Beam Gen 2 Smart TV Soundbar With HDMI Input

Specifications:

Product: Beam (Gen 2)
Sound Experience: Dolby Atmos
Streaming Capabilities: Music, radio, podcasts, and more
Setup: Easy setup with two cables and smart TrueplayTM tuning
Expandability: Flexibility to expand system over time for true surround sound and multi-room listening
Control: Set up and control with the Sonos app (for Android and iOS)

Product Usage Instructions

Controls:

Volume Control: Use the touch controls on the soundbar or the Sonos app, your voice, or your TV remote.
Play/Pause: Tap the play/pause button on the soundbar or use the Sonos app, your voice, or your TV remote.
Next/Previous (music only): Swipe right to skip to the next song or swipe left to go to the previous song. Note: Skipping forward or going back is not available when listening to a radio station.

Microphone:

Microphone Status Light: Tap the microphone button on the soundbar to turn the microphone on or off. When the light is on, voice control is enabled and ready to respond. When the light is off, voice control is disabled. Even if the microphone is off, you can still use voice commands by pressing and holding the microphone button without starting with a wake word. Voice control turns off when you release the button.

Connector Panel:

AC (Mains) Power Input: Connect the supplied power cord firmly until it is flush with the soundbar. Using a third-party power cord will void the warranty.
Join Button: Press the join button during setup to connect the soundbar.
Ethernet Port: Use an Ethernet cable (optional) to connect to a router, computer, or network-attached storage (NAS) device.
HDMI Port: Use the HDMI port to connect the soundbar to your TV.

Select a Location:

You have two options for placing the Beam soundbar:

TV Stand:

Place the soundbar horizontally on a stable and level surface at least 2 inches (50mm) from the TV.
Do not place the soundbar vertically or on its side.
Ensure that the TV’s IR sensor is not blocked. If placed on a shelf, position it at the front and maintain a minimum clearance of 2 inches on both sides for optimal sound quality.
Leave at least 1 inch (25mm) of space above the soundbar for easy access to the touch controls.
For the best sound quality, keep both ends of the soundbar at least 1 foot (30cm) away from walls or other obstructions.

Wall Mount:

You can secure the soundbar to a wall using a compatible wall mount. We recommend using the custom-designed Sonos Beam Wall Mount. Please refer to the “Wall mount” section for more information.

Connect the Cables:

Before you start: Disconnect any existing home theater or surround sound equipment from your TV. Connect external devices, like a cable box or DVD player, directly to your TV. Turn on your TV.

Connect the supplied power cord firmly to the AC (mains) power input on the soundbar. Using a third-party power cord will void the warranty.

FAQ:

Q: Can I use the Beam (Gen 2) with a voice service even if the microphone is turned off?

A: Yes, you can still use voice commands by pressing and holding the microphone button without starting with a wake word. Voice control turns off when you release the button.

Q: How can I disable the touch controls on the speaker?

A: You can disable the touch controls in the room’s settings if you don’t want to allow playback or volume adjustments using the speaker touch controls.

Q: Can I use a third-party power cord with the soundbar?

A: No, using a third-party power cord will void the warranty. Please use only the supplied power cord.

Overview

The smart, compact soundbar for your TV

Feel sound all around you with the spacious 3D experience of Dolby Atmos.
Stream music, radio, podcasts, and more when the TV is off.
Effortless setup with just two cables and smart Trueplay™ tuning.
Flexibility to expand your system over time and enjoy true surround sound and multi-room listening.
Set up and control with the Sonos app (for Android and iOS).
See Setup when you’re ready to add Beam (Gen 2) to your Sonos 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

AC (mains) power 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 soundbar.
Join button
Press to connect during setup.
Ethernet port
Use an Ethernet cable if you want to connect to a router, computer, or network-attached storage (NAS) device (optional).
HDMI port
Use to connect the soundbar to your TV.

Select a location

You can wall mount Beam above or below your TV, or place it on a TV stand.

Place on a TV stand

Place horizontally on a stable and level surface at least 2″ (50mm) from the TV. Don’t place vertically or on its side.
Don’t block the TV’s IR sensor.
If put on a shelf, place at the front and keep 2″ (minimum) clearance on both sides for best sound quality.
Keep 1″ (25mm) space (minimum) above Beam so you can reach the touch controls.
For best sound quality, keep both ends of Beam at least 1″ (30cm) from a wall or other obstruction.

Wall mount
You can secure the soundbar to a wall with a compatible wall mount. We recommend the custom-designed Sonos Beam Wall Mount. See Wall mount for more information.

Connect the cables

Before you start

Disconnect existing home theater or surround sound equipment from your TV.
Connect any external devices, like a cable box or DVD player, directly to your TV.
Turn your TV on.

Voice services

Use your voice to control your Sonos system with any voice-enabled Sonos product—play and control content, turn the volume up or down, and more.

Sonos Voice Control: control your whole Sonos system with hands-free ease and unmatched privacy. Sonos Voice Control comes ready to use—it only takes a few seconds to add when you set up your speakers. More information
Amazon Alexa: you’ll need the Sonos app and the Alexa app with the Sonos skill enabled. You’ll make some changes in both apps during setup. Learn more
Google Assistant: you’ll need the Sonos app and the Google Assistant app. You’ll make some changes in both apps during setup. Learn more
Siri: you’ll need the Apple Home app. Add your AirPlay2-compatible Sonos speakers to the Apple Home app and then use an iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV to ask Siri to play music (currently limited to Apple Music). Learn more
Note: Voice control isn’t supported in every country yet—this feature will be available as soon as Sonos and a voice service launch together in your region.

Microphone on/off

The microphone is used for voice control and for microphone-dependent features like Trueplay tuning. Press to turn the microphone on or off—the microphone LED light will let you know when your voice assistant is listening.

When the microphone light is on:

If you set up a voice service, voice control is on and ready to respond.
Microphone-dependent features like Trueplay are available.

When the microphone light is off:

If you set up a voice service, voice control is off.
Microphone-dependent features like Trueplay are unavailable.

Trueplay

Every room is different. Trueplay tuning measures how sound reflects off walls, furnishings, and other surfaces in a room, then fine tunes your Sonos speaker to make sure it sounds great no matter where you’ve placed it.
Trueplay works on iOS mobile devices running iOS 8 or later. During tuning, you’ll move around the room holding your mobile device.

Select >System, and pick the room you want to tune.
Choose Trueplay Tuning to get started.

Auto Trueplay
Portable Sonos products like Sonos Roam and Move can tune themselves automatically. Auto Trueplay uses your speaker’s microphone to detect the environment and make periodic tuning adjustments so you get great sound wherever your speaker is and whatever you’re listening to.

Go to > System, and select your portable speaker to turn on auto Trueplay.

Product settings

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

Home theater

Sonos products for your TV provide full-theater sound and play music too. Create a home theater system by adding a pair of rear surrounds and a Sub.

Home theater settings
Use the Sonos app to adjust sound settings or change the way your home theater speaker works with your TV.

Set up surrounds

It’s easy to 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.

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:

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.

Wall mount

Guidelines

Use the Sonos Beam Wall Mount kit (sold separately, available at sonos.com). Follow the instructions in the kit.
Keep 1″ (25mm) space (minimum) above Beam so you can reach the touch controls.
If you’re mounting above the TV, make sure you can reach the touch controls.
For best sound quality, keep both ends of Beam at least 1′ (30cm) from a wall or other obstruction.

Mount kit contents

Wall mount bracket
4 wall anchors
4 wall screws
2 screws

Note: Don’t discard the template. It may look like packing material.

Set it up

a. Tape the cardboard template to the wall above or below your TV. Use a level. Keep 1″ (25mm) space (minimum) for access to Beam’s touch controls. (Don’t install Beam vertically.)
b. Mark the center of the mounting holes and remove the template.
Use a 5/16″ drill bit to drill pilot holes.
Insert and secure the wall anchors (don’t use the anchors if drilling into wood).
Place the bracket on the wall and loosely tighten the wall screws to secure the bracket. Check with a level and then tighten the screws.
Connect the power and HDMI cables to Beam.
Place Beam on the bracket.
Insert and tighten Beam to the bracket using the mounting screws.

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.