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# Sonos

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To connect Sonos, open the OHMe app settings, search for *Sonos*, and select the dedicated option.

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This guide shows the steps for iOS devices, but aside from a few visual differences, the procedure is similar on Android devices as well.
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On the next screen, you can link your Sonos account. Click the *Connect Sonos* button to continue.

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Clicking the button will open the following screen.

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Click the *Continue* button, then enter your Sonos account credentials.

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You need to create a Sonos account before continuing.

To register an account, go to [this page](https://login.sonos.com/signin/register).
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After entering your credentials, press *Sign In* and accept the terms by selecting *I Consent*.

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By doing this, you authorize OHMe to control your Sonos System.
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Once the connection is completed, the *Sonos* page should show the *Disconnect Sonos* button.

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To access Sonos features, select the *Sonos* option from the main menu.

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The available features are more limited than in the official app, but the connection allows you to create scenarios and automations that also include music.

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Clicking a Group opens a dedicated page.

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## Voice Synthesis

Among the integrated features, *Voice Synthesis* deserves a special mention.

To access this feature, click the three dots `⋯` on the *Sonos Devices* page, then select the *Voice Synthesis* option.

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Thanks to voice synthesis integration, you can convert text messages into voice messages that will be played by selected *Sonos Players*.

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This function can also be used in scenarios, for example to announce when someone arrives home.

You can also play voice messages in response to an event, for example:

* a door opening
* when the alarm is sounding
* when someone rings the doorbell
* when a button is pressed
* and many others