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- Page 1 Owner’s Guide...
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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 • Use only the battery in the application for which it was intended. • To return the battery for recycling, contact Bose or your Bose dealer. In the United States only, call 1-800- 905-2180 or visit the Bose website at. www.Bose.com. For other regions, see the contact information.
- 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. In USA and Canada This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
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Page 5: English
Inc. 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 Introducing SoundTouch from Bose ® ™ Key Benefits......................Introduction About your SoundTouch™ Portable 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: English
Contents Personalizing Presets How Presets work ......................What you need to know ..................Playing a Preset ....................... Setting a Preset ....................... Listening to other Sources Playing music from other sources ................Connecting an audio device to the system ............Playing an AirPlay stream from an AirPlay compatible device ....... Advanced Features Updating system software .................... -
Page 8: 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™ Portable system Your SoundTouch Wi-Fi music system provides full range sound streamed ® ™ wirelessly over your home Wi-Fi network. Use the free SoundTouch app to ™ set up and control your system. See "Adding the system to your Wi-Fi network"... -
Page 10: Setting Up The System
Note: If part of the system is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose ® dealer or Bose customer service. Refer to the contact list in the carton. Save the carton and packing materials for transporting or storing the system. -
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. Slide the AC power adapter for your region onto the power supply. Plug the power supply into an AC (mains) power outlet. -
Page 12: Adding The System To Your Wi-Fi
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: Connect The System To Your Home Wi-Fi Network
Setting up the System Connect the system to your home Wi-Fi network ® After you install the app, add the system to your network: On your smartphone or tablet, select to launch the app. The app guides you through connecting the system to your Wi-Fi network. Follow the instructions in the app to complete setup, including creating a SoundTouch account, adding a music library and music services. -
Page 14: 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 15. Tip: You can also press a Preset or to power on the system. -
Page 15: 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 16: 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 17: Operating On Battery Power
Using the System Operating on battery power A fully charged battery provides approximately three hours of use at maximum volume. The rate of battery discharge varies with the volume setting. Tip: To extend the battery playback time, reduce the volume. Checking the battery To check the battery’s charge level, press on the button pad for 2 seconds or... -
Page 18: Battery Protection Mode
Visit global.Bose.com for Bose contact information. CAUTION: Only use replacement batteries purchased through Bose Coporation or authorized dealers. Using unauthorized batteries may compromise safety and regulatory requirements and could lead to fire hazards. - Page 19 Using the System Remove the screws that secure the battery pack. Remove the old battery and gently slide the new battery into the compartment. Replace and tighten the screws on the battery pack. Note: Tighten the left screw first to ensure the battery's pins align with the connectors inside the compartment.
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Page 20: Controlling The System Using The App
Controlling the System Using the App Using the SoundTouch™ app 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 21: Controlling The System From Another Smartphone, Tablet, Or Computer
Controlling the System Using the App Controlling the system from another smartphone, tablet, or computer Once you set up the SoundTouch system on your home Wi-Fi network, you can ™ ® control the system from any smartphone, tablet, or computer on the same network. Connect the device to the same network as your system. -
Page 22: How Presets Work
Controlling the System Using the App 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 23: Setting A Preset
Listening to other Sources 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 24: Playing Music From 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 25: Playing An Airplay Stream From An Airplay Compatible Device
Listening to Other Sources Playing an AirPlay stream from an AirPlay compatible device After connecting the SoundTouch system to your network, it is ready to stream ™ audio from an AirPlay device on the same Wi-Fi network. ® Start a music app on your AirPlay device. On the device, tap or click and select the SoundTouch system name... -
Page 26: 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 27: Disabling Wi-Fi Capability
Care and Maintenance Disabling Wi-Fi capability ® The system has built-in Wi-Fi capability that enables wireless connectivity and AirPlay. Press to power the system on. – On the button pad, press and hold (about 5 seconds). The display shows a countdown from 5-1 and a message similar to Hold to disable networking appears on the display. -
Page 28: Care And Maintenance Troubleshooting
Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting For more troubleshooting information, refer to the in-app help. Problem What to do Cannot complete network setup • Connect the system to AC (mains) power. • Select correct network name and enter password. • Connect the device and SoundTouch system to the ™... -
Page 29: Rebooting Your System
Audio cannot play until battery is partially charged to at least 10 percent. • If the system does not power on, contact Bose customer support Battery too hot or cold message The battery is too hot or cold. -
Page 30: Replacing The Remote Control Battery
Care and Maintenance Replacing the remote control battery WARNING: Keep new and used batteries away from children. Do not ingest battery, chemical burn hazard. The remote control supplied with this product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. -
Page 31: 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. English - 31... -
Page 32: Technical Information
Technical Information SoundTouch™ Portable system Size: 6.0"H x 9.84"W x 2.59"D (15.2 cm x 25.0 cm x 6.6 cm) Weight: 3.2 lb (1.4485 kg) Power supply rating: USA/Canada/International: Input: 100-240V 50-60 Hz, 600mA Output: 20 VDC, 1.25A Max Input power rating: USA/Canada/International: Input: 20 VDC, 1.25A Max 32 - English... -
Page 33: Appendix: Using A Computer For Setup
Appendix: Using a Computer for Setup 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 34 ©2014 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM734226 Rev. 00...