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Sonos Port User Manual

Sonos Port
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Port
The versatile streaming component for your stereo or receiver.
Plug in the audio equipment you already own and listen out loud.
Stream everything you love using the Sonos app and AirPlay2.
Use line-in to connect your turntable, or play music straight from a friend’s phone on your stereo.
12V trigger automatically turns your amplifier on and off.
See Getting started when you’re ready to add Port to your Sonos system.
Controls and lights
Status light Indicates the product’s status. Learn more
If the light is distracting, you can turn it off in
your room’s settings.
Connector panel
Join button Press to connect during setup.
Ethernet ports (2) Use an Ethernet cable to connect to a router,
computer, or additional network device like a
network-attached storage (NAS) device.
LED indicators:
Flashing Green (network activity)
Yellow (link connection)
12 V trigger Use a stereo or 3.5 mm to 3.5 mm cable to wake
your third-party amplifier whenever Sonos starts
playing audio.
Note: Read the guide that came with your
amplifier for details on the use of 12V
trigger input.
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Sonos Port Specifications

General IconGeneral
AirPlayYes
BluetoothNo
Wi-Fi standards802.11b, 802.11g
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100 Mbit/s
Apple docking compatibilityNot supported
Product colorBlack
AC input voltage100-240 V
AC input frequency50-60 Hz
Cables includedAC, RCA
Built-in processor-
Mobile operating systems supportediOS 11.4
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 70 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)0.009 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width138 mm
Height41 mm
Weight472 g

Summary

Port Overview

Controls and Lights

Details the status light and its indication of the product's status.

Connector Panel

Explains the function of physical ports like Join button, Ethernet, and 12V trigger.

Select a Location

Rack Mounted Placement

Guidance for fitting the Port into an electronics rack.

Surface Placement

Recommendations for placing the Port horizontally on a stable surface.

Connecting Cables

Power Cord Connection

Instructions for attaching and plugging in the power cord.

Connecting to Powered Speakers

How to connect powered speakers using Y-adapter audio cables.

Connecting to AVR or Amplifier

Guide for connecting to audio/video receivers or amplifiers.

Connecting to a Computer

Instructions for connecting the Port to a computer's audio input.

Audio Input and Output

Line-In Functionality

Connecting external sources like turntables to the Port's audio input.

Line-Out Volume Control

Methods for controlling volume via AVR or Sonos app (Fixed/Variable/Pass-Through).

Product Specifications

Audio Specifications

Technical details on sound quality and audio input/output types.

Networking and Ports

Information on wireless connectivity and Ethernet port capabilities.

Physical and Power Details

Specifications for power supply, dimensions, weight, and operating conditions.

Important Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Essential instructions for safe operation and handling of the apparatus.

Electrical Safety Warnings

Warnings related to fire and electric shock risks, including exposure to moisture.