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.
12 V trigger automatically turns your amplifier on and off.

Works with either Sonos S2 or Sonos S1 .

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.

AC power (mains) input Use only the included power supply (using a third-
party power supply will void your warranty).

Analog audio in Use a standard RCA audio cable (included) to

connect Port’s analog audio inputs to the audio
 outputs from a separate audio component, like a
pre-amplified turntable.
Analog audio out Use a standard RCA audio cable (included) to
connect Port’s analog audio outputs to the audio
inputs on your amplified audio component.

Digital audio out Use a digital coaxial cable to connect Port’s coaxial
digital audio output to the audio inputs on your
amplified audio component.

Select a location
You can place Port just about anywhere—in an electronics rack, on a shelf, or on a credenza
with your audio/video receiver (AVR).

Rack mounted
Port fits perfectly in any electronics rack using a third-party shelf. You can fit 3 units across a
standard rack and take up only 1 rack unit of vertical space.

Placed on a credenza
Place horizontally on a stable and level surface.
If you put it on a shelf, for best performance place it at the front and leave at least 2"
space all around.

Connect the cables

Connect the power cord
Attach the power cord and plug in your Port.

If you’re connecting to powered speakers

You may need a Y-adapter audio cable (one 1/8" stereo miniplug to dual RCA male connectors)
to connect powered speakers to the audio outputs on the Sonos product. If your speakers have
a male 1/8" stereo plug, you’ll need to attach a female-to-female coupler between the speaker
plug and the Y-adapter audio cable.
If you don’t have the Sonos app, download it from the app store on your mobile device. You’ll
use it to set up and control your Sonos system.

If you’re connecting to an audio/video receiver (AVR) or amplifier

If you have digital inputs on your AVR or amplifier, you can use a digital coaxial cable to
connect Port’s digital output to the digital input on the receiver.
If you have analog inputs on your AVR or amplifier, use a standard RCA audio cable to
connect Port’s analog audio output to the audio inputs on the receiver.
Select the proper input channel on the receiver. See Control volume from your AVR or
amplifier to adjust volume settings.
If you don’t have the app, download it from the app store on your mobile device. You’ll use it to
set up and control your Sonos system.

If you’re connecting to a computer

You’ll need a stereo mini to RCA Y-adapter audio cable (one 1/8" stereo miniplug to dual RCA
male connectors) to connect from Port’s analog audio output to your computer’s audio input.
If you don’t have the app, download it from the app store on your mobile device. You’ll use it to
set up and control your Sonos system.

Line-in
Connect an external source like a phono preamp (your turntable may have a built-in phone
preamp), or other audio device. Learn more.

Line-out
Control volume from your AVR or amplifier (Fixed line-out level)
Set Port’s line-out level to Fixed if you want to control the volume exclusively from your AVR or
amplifier. You won’t be able to use the Sonos app to adjust the volume or equalization settings.
Go to settings and choose Fixed for the Line-Out Level.

Control the volume from Sonos (Variable line-out level)

When Port’s line-out level is set to Variable, you can use the Sonos app to adjust the volume.
1. Adjust your AVR or amplifier’s volume to your typical listening volume.
2. Make sure the line-out level is set to Variable. If it’s not, you’ll need to change it:
Go to settings and choose Variable for the Line-Out Level .
3. Use the Sonos app to adjust the volume so you can hear music on your Sonos system. It
may need to be turned up fairly high.
4. Readjust the volume on your AVR or amplifier so it falls within your typical listening range.

Use Sonos to control the volume on your home theater or amplifier

When Port’s line-out level is set to Pass-Through, Port stays at a fixed volume and sends
volume commands to your amplifier. You can control volume using the Sonos app, a universal
remote, or your voice if you have a voice assistant enabled.
Go to settings and choose Pass-Through for the Line-Out Level.

Note: Make sure your amplifier supports Pass-Through. If you set the line-out level to Pass-
Through and your amplifier doesn’t support it, you won’t be able to control the volume.

Specifications
Feature Description

Audio

Sound Quality THD+N<0.009%, 20 Hz-20 kHz

Line In Analog (RCA), auto-detecting

Line Out Analog (RCA), digital (coaxial)

Networking*

Wireless Connectivity Using Sonos S2: Connects to your WiFi network with any
802.11a/b/g/n router.
Using Sonos S1: Connects to your WiFi network with any 802.11b/g/n
router. 802.11n only network configurations are not supported—you
can either change the router settings to 802.11b/g/n or connect a
 Sonos product to your router.
Ethernet port Two 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports to connect to a wired home
network.
General

Power Supply Auto-switching 100 - 240 V, 50-60 Hz AC universal input.

Output: 12.0 VDC, 1.0 A, 12.0 W
Average active efficiency: 84.2%
Efficiency at low load (10%): 78.7%
No-load power consumption: 0.06 W

Dimensions (H x W x D) 1.6 x 5.4 x 5.4 in. (41 x 138 x 138 mm)

Weight 1lb (.47 kg)

Operating Temperature 32º to 104º F (0º to 40º C)

Storage Temperature -4º to 158º F (-20º to 70º C)

Product Finish Black

Package Contents Port, power supply, RCA cable, and Quickstart Guide.

* Specifications subject to change without notice.

Important Safety Information

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.Clean only with dry soft cloth. Household cleaners or solvents can damage the finish on your Sonos
components.
7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that
produce heat.
9.Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

10.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

12.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.

13.The Mains plug should be readily available to disconnect the equipment.

14.Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
15.Do not expose apparatus to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.