Sonos Beam Gen 2

You can perform the initial setup and daily operation of the system using either an iOS or Android device. However, you specifically need an iOS device to use Trueplay, which tunes the audio to your room's unique acoustics.

Yes, the Era 100s are versatile. While they serve as the rear channels for your 5.1 surround setup, you can easily ungroup them in the Sonos app to use them as standalone speakers for music in another room or as a stereo pair.

To experience Dolby Atmos, the Beam (Gen 2) must be connected to your TV's HDMI eARC or ARC port. The wireless connection is used for communication between the soundbar, the Sub Mini, and the Era 100s, not for the audio signal from your TV.

The Sub Mini is designed for small to medium-sized rooms. It uses dual custom woofers to generate deep, punchy bass without the bulk of a traditional large subwoofer, making it ideal for apartments or living spaces where you want impact without overpowering the room.

Yes, the Sonos app includes a dedicated Speech Enhancement mode. When activated, it boosts the frequencies of human voices, making dialogue easier to hear even during loud action sequences.

You can connect external devices like a turntable to the Era 100s, but you will need to purchase the Sonos Line-In Adapter separately. Once connected, you can stream that audio to the entire surround system.