I want to get a new stereo system which doesn’t have any space for a Soundbar in front of the TV. That’s why I’m looking to buy a Sonos Ray and put 2 Sonos One’s next to the TV. That’s because the Sonos Ray has an optical output. However, because of this I think the infrared will be blocked which will control the Sonos Ray. Is this a problem or can I use the Sonos Ray without the remote being pointed at it?
Posted Nov 10, 2022, 8:51 PM UTC
I put a Sonos beam behind a 65” tv on a covered patio. Sitting on the mount aimed at the ceiling. It works great and sounds very good. Also allows you to loop in the in ceiling speakers using a Sonos AMP.
Use a beam is an option. No IR issues to deal with.
You can just buy one of those USB-powered IR receiver things like this one.
https://www.amazon.com/Tihebeyan-Infrared-Extender-Repeater-Universal/dp/B07V1NSVJM/
Plug the USB to your TV and aim the repeater side at the RAY's IR port, and the receiver somewhere in front.
Why do you want to use Sonos at all?
And why not a soundbar with HDMI arc?
I can't imagine a scenario where you would put a soundbar behind a TV and it sound okay.
I don't know your situation but there are better solutions.
Are there any Sonos speakers (or other smart speakers) which are 2 seperate speakers which I can connect to the TV. Sonos One unfortunately doesn’t have any ports.
It would probably be easier if you just showed us a picture of your set up