Sonos Connect

The Sonos Connect turns existing wired audio gear, like an older stereo receiver or home theater amplifier, into a wireless streaming player on a Sonos multi-room audio system.

Core Audio Capabilities

• Audio Outputs: Features analog (RCA), optical digital, and coaxial digital outputs to send music from the Sonos system into your external amplifier or receiver. [1, 2, 3]
• Audio Input (Line-In): Includes a stereo RCA analog input so you can plug in an external source—like a CD player, turntable (with a pre-amp), or cassette deck—and stream that audio to other Sonos speakers in your home. [1, 2]
• Volume & Tone Control: Allows you to adjust bass, treble, balance, and volume independently for specific rooms or grouped zones. [1]

Streaming and Control

• App Control: Works via the Sonos app on a smartphone, tablet, or computer to play music from major streaming services, internet radio, or local network libraries. [1, 2, 3]
• Smart Home Integration: Connects with smart home ecosystems like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for voice commands (via an external smart speaker). [1, 2]
• Multi-Room Sync: Plays music synchronously across multiple rooms with no delay, or streams different tracks to different rooms simultaneously. [1]

Network and Connectivity

• Wi-Fi and Ethernet: Supports standard Wi-Fi and includes a built-in two-port Ethernet switch to connect the device to your router while sharing internet access with another wired device like a game console or TV. [1, 2]
• SonosNet Mesh: Creates or joins SonosNet, a secure dedicated wireless mesh network specifically for your audio gear to prevent interference. [1, 2, 3]

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