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  • Page 1 Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Please take the time to carefully read and follow these Important Safety Instructions. They will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy its advanced features. Save this guide for future reference. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
  • Page 3 Important Safety Instructions The product contains magnetic material. Please contact your physician if you have any questions on whether this might affect the operation of your implantable medical device. CAUTION: Make no modifications to the system or accessories. Unauthorized alterations may compromise safety, regulatory co mpliance, and system performance.
  • Page 4 • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Important USA and Canada compliance Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
  • Page 5 Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. SoundTouch and the wireless note design are trademarks of Bose Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Wi-Fi is a registered mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Presenting SoundTouch from Bose ™ ® Key benefits ......................Introduction About your SoundTouch 30/20 system ..............™ System features....................... Setting up the System Unpacking the system ....................Connecting the system to power ................. ® Adding the system to your Wi-Fi network ..............
  • Page 7 Contents Advanced Features Updating system software .................... Disabling Wi-Fi capability ..................... ® Re-enabling Wi-Fi capability ..................® Resetting the system ..................... Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting ......................Rebooting your system ..................Cleaning ..........................Replacing the remote control battery ................. Customer service ......................Limited warranty information ..................
  • Page 8: Presenting Soundtouch From Bose

    ™ powerful control. • Simply add additional systems at any time for a multi-room listening experience. • Wide selection of Bose audio systems lets you choose the right solution for ® any room.
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Introduction About your SoundTouch 30/20 system ™ Your SoundTouch Wi-Fi music system provides clear, room-filling sound ™ ® streamed wirelessly over your home Wi-Fi network. Use the free SoundTouch ™ to set up and control your system. See “Adding the system to your Wi-Fi network”...
  • Page 10: Setting Up The System

    May ship with multiple power cords. Use the power cord for your region. Note: If part of the system is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Refer to the quick start guide in the ® carton for contact information.
  • Page 11: Connecting The System To Power

    Setting up the System Connecting the system to power Before you set up the system on your network, connect the system to power. Plug the power cord into the POWER connector on the system. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC (mains) power outlet. Adding the system to your Wi-Fi network ®...
  • Page 12: Download And Install The Soundtouch™ App

    If this is your first time setting up a SoundTouch system, you must install the app. ™ On your smartphone or tablet, download the SoundTouch controller app. ™ Bose SoundTouch controller app • iOS users: download from the App Store • Android users: download from the Google Play store ™...
  • Page 13: Using The System

    Using the System Powering on the system On the button pad or the remote control, press Power . The display may show an icon, message, or Now Playing information, depending on system state. For a list of icons that may appear on the display, see page 14. Tip: You can also press a Preset or to power on the system.
  • Page 14: Messages On The Display

    Using the System Messages on the display The display shows system information and icons, and may include album or artist. Display icon Description Appears at initial power on. Instructs you to refer to setup instructions Internet radio is playing AirPlay mode is active Volume is being adjusted Music library is playing Multi-room audio is active...
  • Page 15: Wi-Fi Indicator

    Using the System Wi-Fi Indicator ® The Wi-Fi indicator on the front of the system indicates Wi-Fi status. Indicator activity System state Blinking white Connecting to Wi-Fi network Solid white (dim) Power saving mode and connected to Wi-Fi network Solid white (bright) System is on and connected to Wi-Fi network Blinking amber Disconnected from Wi-Fi network...
  • Page 16: Controlling The System Using The App Using The Soundtouch App

    Controlling the System using the App Using the SoundTouch ™ The SoundTouch app is a software application that enables you to set up and ™ control SoundTouch from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Using the app, ™ your smart device acts as a rich remote for your SoundTouch system.
  • Page 17: Personalizing Your Presets

    Personalizing your Presets How Presets work You can personalize six Presets to your favorite streaming music services, stations, playlists, artists, albums or songs from your music library. You can access your music, at any time, with a simple touch of a button on the SoundTouch system or ™...
  • Page 18: Setting A Preset

    Personalizing your Presets Setting a Preset Stream music to the system using the app. While the music is playing, press and hold a Preset on the button pad or remote control (about 2 seconds). The system emits a tone when the Preset is set. A New Preset assigned message appears on the display.
  • Page 19: Listening To Other Sources

    Listening to other Sources Playing music from other sources Using the SoundTouch system, you can listen to music stored on a smartphone, ™ tablet, computer or other type of audio device by either connecting a device to the AUX connector or playing an AirPlay stream via Wi-Fi ®...
  • Page 20: Advanced Features Updating System Software

    Advanced Features Updating system software The app alerts you when a software update is available. However, you can also update system software using the button pad. Press to power the system on. – On the button pad, press and hold (about 5 seconds).
  • Page 21: Re-Enabling Wi-Fi ® Capability

    Advanced Features ® Re-enabling Wi-Fi capability – While the system is on, press and hold (about 5 seconds). The display shows a countdown from 5-1 and a message similar to Hold to enable networking appears on the display. The Wi-Fi indicator illuminates when Wi-Fi is enabled. Resetting the system Factory reset clears all source, volume, and network settings from the system and returns it to original factory settings.
  • Page 22: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting For more troubleshooting information, refer to the in-app help. Problem What to do Cannot complete net- • Connect the system to AC (mains) power. work setup • Select correct network name and enter password. • Connect the device and SoundTouch system to the same ™...
  • Page 23: Rebooting Your System

    Care and Maintenance Rebooting your system You can reboot your system using the AUX button. If your system is unresponsive, you can force the system to reboot. Rebooting the system does not clear the system settings or Presets. On the button pad, press and hold until the system’s display turns off (about 15 seconds).
  • Page 24: Cleaning

    Care and Maintenance Cleaning To clean your SoundTouch system, wipe the exterior using a soft, dry cloth. ™ You can also lightly vacuum the grille on the system. • DO NOT use solvents, chemicals, or sprays. • DO NOT allow liquids to spill or objects to drop into any openings. Replacing the remote control battery WARNING: Keep new and used batteries away from children.
  • Page 25: Customer Service

    Failure to do so will not affect your limited warranty rights. The warranty information provided with this product does not apply in Australia and New Zealand. See our website at www.bose.com.au/warranty or www.bose.co.nz/ warranty for details of the Australia and New Zealand warranty. 25 - English...
  • Page 26: Technical Information Soundtouch™ 30 System

    Technical Information SoundTouch™ 30 system Size: 9.7"H x 17.1"W x 7.1"D (24.7 cm x 43.5 cm x 18.1 cm) Weight: 18.5 lb (8.39 kg) Input power rating: U.S.A./Canada: 120V 50-60 Hz, 150W International: 220-240V 50-60 Hz, 150W Japan: 100V 50-60 Hz, 150W SoundTouch™...
  • Page 27: Appendix: Setting Up Using A Computer

    Appendix: Setting up using a Computer Important setup information • You can set up your system using a computer rather than a smartphone or tablet. • Use a computer that is on your Wi-Fi network. ® • Use a computer where your music library is stored. •...
  • Page 28 ©2014 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM734227 Rev. 00...

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