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Features
Overview: The Sonos ZoneBridge BR100 is used to connect a Sonos
Digital Music System to your home network or to extend the wireless range of
your existing Sonos Digital Music System. The Sonos ZoneBridge BR100 makes
setting up your wireless Sonos system fast and easy by simply connecting the
ZoneBridge to your router to instantly activate SonosNet (a secure wireless mesh
network). All your Sonos ZonePlayers (ZP90 /
ZP120, sold separately) and
Controllers (CR200, sold separately) will work wirelessly and can be placed
anywhere in your home. Although the ZoneBridge doesn't play music like the Sonos
ZonePlayer, it's an effective way to extend the range of your Sonos system and
expand the Controller's wireless coverage. It's also a way to connect other
products to the Internet.
Note: This unit is not a stand-alone device and requires at least
one Sonos ZonePlayer (ZP90 or ZP120, sold separartely)
Instant Wired/Wireless Setup: The ZoneBridge connects to your router using a
standard Ethernet cable connection (2-port switch, 10/100Mbps, auto MDI/MDIX).
Then, a simple press of the button located on top of the BR100 will start
SonosNet, a secure AES encrypted, peer-to-peer wireless mesh network that
enables other Sonos products to control and play music wirelessly.
System Flexibility: Once
you've set up your ZoneBridge, you can easily add more component anytime. If
your home has structured (built-in) wiring, you can make a wired connection to
additional ZonePlayers or ZoneBridges. If you don't have structured wiring, you
can take advantage of Sonos's built-in wireless technology. The ZoneBridge BR100 provides flexibility to place
your ZonePlayers in any room of the house and connect them all wirelessly.
Ethernet Ports: The ZoneBridge has two Ethernet jacks on the back to
bring standard Internet connectivity to your set-top box, PVR, PC, Game Console
or NAS drive.
Range Expansion: You can stream music wirelessly to a remote
location by placing a ZoneBridge in between your ZonePlayer in a remote location
and the rest of your Sonos system. You can also improve Controller access to
SonosNet by placing the ZoneBridge in areas where wireless coverage needs a
boost. The ZoneBridge BR100 is ideal for retrofits, where your ZonePlayers might
be in one location instead of being placed throughout your home.
Desktop Controller Software: Designed with a user interface to
accommodate a large screen displays, the supplied Sonos Desktop Controller
software for PC and Mac will guide you through both set up and music sharing. It
offers all the same functionality as the Sonos Controller, but instead of being
in the palm of your hand, it's all on your desktop. The software offers the
following features.
- Easy-to-use wizard for set up and music sharing. Set up music folders on
your hard drive so they can be shared across all ZonePlayers.
- Control of your Sonos Digital Music System from your desktop.
- Add and edit your choice of Internet radio stations.
System Requirements: You computer will need to meet the following
system requirements to connect the BR100 and use the supplied Sonos Desktop
Controller software.
| PC Software Requirements |
Mac Software Requirements |
| Operating System: Windows XP SP2 or
higher, Windows Vista (500 MHz Pentium class processor or better) |
Operating System: OS X v10.4 or v10.5 |
| Internet Connection: DSL, Cable Modem or
LAN-based high-speed Internet connection recommended |
Internet Connection: DSL, Cable Modem or
LAN-based high-speed Internet connection recommended |
