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  • Page 1 S M A R T S O U N D B A R 7 0 0...
  • Page 2 I M P O RTA N T SA F ET Y I N ST R U CT I O NS Please read and keep all safety, security, and use instructions. Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and all other applicable EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance...
  • Page 3 • Do not expose products containing batteries to excessive heat (e.g. from storage in direct sunlight, fire or the like). • Only use the following hardware to mount this product: Bose Soundbar Wall Bracket. E N G...
  • Page 4 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit di erent from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 5 R EG U L ATO RY A N D L E G AL I N FO R M AT IO N For Europe: Frequency bands of operation 2400 to 2483.5 MHz, 5150 to 5350 MHz, and 5470 to 5725 MHz. Maximum transmit power less than 20 dBm EIRP.
  • Page 6 R EG U L ATO RY A N D L E G AL I N FO R M AT IO N China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Polybrominated Polybrominated Lead...
  • Page 7 Taiwan Importer: Bose Taiwan Branch, 9F-A1, No. 10, Section 3, Minsheng East Road, Taipei City 104, Taiwan Phone Number: +886-2-2514 7676 Mexico Importer: Bose de México, S. de R.L. de C.V., Paseo de las Palmas 405-204, Lomas de Chapultepec, 11000 México, D.F. Phone Number: +5255 (5202) 3545...
  • Page 8 This product is capable of receiving automatic security updates from Bose. To receive automatic security updates, you must complete the product setup process in the Bose Music app and connect the product to the Internet. If you do not complete the setup process, you will be responsible for installing security updates that Bose makes available.
  • Page 9 To view the license disclosures that apply to the third-party software packages included as components of your Bose Smart Soundbar 700 product: 1. On the remote, press and hold the Bluetooth button l and Skip backward button J for 5 seconds.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Connect the soundbar to power ................17 Network standby ......................17 BOSE MUSIC APP SETUP Download the Bose Music app .................. 18 EXISTING BOSE MUSIC APP USERS Add the soundbar to an existing account ............. 19 Connect to a di erent Wi-Fi® network ..............19 ADAPTIQ AUDIO CALIBRATION Run ADAPTiQ audio calibration ................
  • Page 11 CO N T E N TS VOICE ASSISTANT Voice assistant options ....................28 Set up your voice assistant ..................28 Access Amazon Alexa ....................29 Use your voice ......................29 Use the soundbar controls .................. 30 Control audio with Voice4Video™ ................31 Set up Voice4Video™...
  • Page 12 Benefits ........................47 Compatible products .................... 47 Connect using the Bose Music app ..............48 Reconnect a Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker or Bose headphones ... 48 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Install the remote batteries ..................49 Clean the soundbar ......................50 Replacement parts and accessories ................
  • Page 13 CO N T E N TS APPENDIX: SETUP REFERENCE Connection options ......................60 Connect the soundbar to your TV ................61 Option 1 (preferred): HDMI eARC or ARC............. 61 Option 2: Optical ..................... 62 Check for sound ......................63 E N G...
  • Page 14 *May ship with multiple power cords. Use the power cord for your region. NOTE: If any part of the product is damaged or if the glass on the soundbar is broken, do NOT use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/SB700 worldwide.Bose.com/Support/SB700...

  • Page 15: Soundbar Placement

    S O U N D BA R P L AC EME NT RECOMMENDATIONS For best performance, follow these recommendations when placing the soundbar: • Do NOT place any objects on top of the soundbar. • To avoid wireless interference, keep other wireless equipment 1 – 3 ft. (0.3 –...

  • Page 16: Wall Mount The Soundbar

    S O U N DBA R P L AC EM E N T WALL MOUNT THE SOUNDBAR You can mount the soundbar on a wall. To purchase the Bose Soundbar Wall Bracket, contact your authorized Bose dealer. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/SB700 worldwide.Bose.com/Support/SB700 CAUTION: Do NOT use any other hardware to mount the soundbar.

  • Page 17: Power

    The soundbar transitions to network standby when audio has stopped and you have not pressed any buttons for 20 minutes. To wake the soundbar from network standby: • Play or resume audio using your mobile device or using the Bose Music app. • Talk to Amazon Alexa or your Google Assistant.

  • Page 18: Bose Music App Setup

    BOS E M U S I C AP P S ET U P The Bose Music app lets you set up and control the soundbar from your mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. Using the app, you can stream music, set and change presets, add music services, explore internet radio stations, configure Amazon Alexa or your Google Assistant, and...

  • Page 19: Existing Bose Music App Users

    EX I STI N G BOS E MU S I C AP P U S ER S ADD THE SOUNDBAR TO AN EXISTING ACCOUNT In the Bose Music app, go to the My Products screen and add your Bose Smart Soundbar 700.

  • Page 20: Adaptiq Audio Calibration

    A DA P T IQ AU D I O CAL I B R AT I O N After you set up the soundbar using the Bose Music app, the app prompts you to run ADAPTiQ audio calibration for best acoustic performance. ADAPTiQ audio calibration customizes the sound of the system to the acoustics of your listening area by taking five audio measurements.

  • Page 21: Soundbar Controls

    S O U N D BA R CO NT RO L S The soundbar controls are located on the top of the soundbar and on the remote. NOTE: You can also control your soundbar using the Bose Music app. Microphone o button (see page 29)

  • Page 22: Remote Functions

    (see page 26) (see page 26) Media playback (see page 26) Numeric keypad. Numbers 1 – 6 play music from preset streaming music sources (see page 38) NOTE: You program your remote using the Bose Music app. E N G...

  • Page 23: Power

    • The first time the soundbar is powered on, the soundbar defaults to TV g source. • You can still access your voice assistant when the soundbar is powered o as long as it has been set up using the Bose Music app and the microphone is on (see page 28).

  • Page 24: Sources

    • The remote is programed to your TV during setup using the Bose Music app. If you replace your TV, use the Bose Music app to program the remote to your new TV. TIP: You can also use Voice4Video™ to select your source (see page 31).

  • Page 25: Presets

    The soundbar includes six presets that you can set to play audio from your favorite music services. Once set, you can access your music, at any time, with a simple touch of a button on the remote or using the Bose Music app. Preset buttons (1 – 6) For more information about presets, see “Preset Personalization”...

  • Page 26: Media Playback, Channels, And Volume

    S O U N DBA R CO N TR O L S Media playback, channels, and volume Volume controls Channel controls Previous channel, chapter or track Mute/Unmute Media playback FUNCTION WHAT TO DO Press F. Play/Pause When audio is paused, the sides of the light bar glow solid white until audio resumes.

  • Page 27: Cable/Satellite Functions

    Refer to your cable/satellite box owner’s guide. ADJUST THE BASS To adjust the bass, use the Bose Music app. You can access this option from the Settings menu. PROGRAM A THIRD-PARTY REMOTE You can program a third-party remote, such as your cable/satellite box remote, to control the soundbar.

  • Page 28: Voice Assistant

    Before you begin, make sure your mobile device and the soundbar are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. To set up your voice assistant, use the Bose Music app. You can access this option from the Settings menu. NOTE: When setting up your voice assistant, make sure you use the same audio service account that you used in the Bose Music app.

  • Page 29: Access Amazon Alexa

    Play jazz in the “Kitchen.” NOTE: Make sure you say the speaker name you assigned in the Bose Music app. If multiple Play on a specific speaker speakers have the same name, use the name assigned in the Alexa app or change the name in the Bose Music app.

  • Page 30: Use The Soundbar Controls

    VO I C E ASS I STA NT Use the soundbar controls The Action button b and Microphone o button n are used to control Alexa. They are located on the top of the soundbar. Microphone o button THINGS TO TRY WHAT TO DO Tap b then say your request.

  • Page 31: Control Audio With Voice4Video

    — even the babysitter or your tech-troubled in-laws. Set up Voice4Video™ To set up Voice4Video™, use the Bose Music app. NOTE: Before setting up Voice4Video™, you must set up Alexa in the Bose Music app (see page 28). E N G...
  • Page 32 VO I C E ASS I STA NT Use your voice Start with “Alexa,” then say: THINGS TO TRY EXAMPLES OF WHAT TO SAY Power on TV Turn on TV. Power o TV Turn o TV. Play video Play. Pause video Pause.

  • Page 33: Access Your Google Assistant

    VO I C E ASS I STA NT ACCESS YOUR GOOGLE ASSISTANT Get hands-free help from your Bose Smart Soundbar 700, which now works with your Google Assistant so you can pause and play your favorite media using just your voice.

  • Page 34: Use The Soundbar Controls

    VO I C E ASS I STA NT Use the soundbar controls You can use the Action button b and Microphone o button n to control your Google Assistant. They are located on the top of the soundbar. Microphone o button THINGS TO TRY WHAT TO DO...

  • Page 35: Play Music With Your Google Assistant

    Choose a default audio service During initial setup for your Google Assistant, the Google Assistant app prompts you to select a default audio service. When using your Google Assistant with Bose products, only Pandora and Spotify are supported default services. Although other audio services are listed as available during setup, they are not supported.

  • Page 36: Preset Personalization

    P R E S ET P E R S O N AL I Z ATI O N You can control presets using the Bose Music app or the remote. NOTE: You can’t set presets in Bluetooth mode. SET A PRESET 1.
  • Page 37 P R E S ET P E R S O N AL I Z ATI O N 3. Press and hold a preset button until you hear a tone. Preset buttons E N G...

  • Page 38: Play A Preset

    P R E S ET P E R S O N AL I Z ATI O N PLAY A PRESET 1. On the remote, press the Bose Music button m. 2. Press a preset button to play music. Preset buttons...

  • Page 39: Bluetooth® Connections

    B LU E TO OT H CO N N E C TI O N S Bluetooth wireless technology lets you stream music from mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptop computers. Before you can stream music from a device, you must connect your device to the soundbar. CONNECT A MOBILE DEVICE 1.

  • Page 40: Disconnect A Mobile Device

    B LU E TO OT H CO N N E C TI O N S 3. Select your soundbar from the device list. TIP: Look for the name you entered for your soundbar in the Bose Music app. If you didn’t name your soundbar, the default name appears.

  • Page 41: Connect An Additional Mobile Device

    B LU E TO OT H CO N N E C TI O N S CONNECT AN ADDITIONAL MOBILE DEVICE You can store up to eight devices in the soundbar device list, and the soundbar can be actively connected to two devices at a time. NOTE: You can play audio from only one device at a time.

  • Page 42: Stream Audio With Airplay

    STR E A M AU D I O W IT H AI R P L AY The soundbar is capable of playing AirPlay 2 audio, which allows you to quickly stream audio from your Apple device to the soundbar or multiple speakers. NOTES: •...

  • Page 43: Soundbar Status

    S O U N D BAR STAT U S The LED light bar located on the front of the soundbar shows the soundbar status. Light bar NOTE: The light bar displays one status at a time of the selected source. WI-FI STATUS Shows the Wi-Fi connection status of the soundbar.

  • Page 44: Voice Assistant Status

    S O U N D BAR STAT U S VOICE ASSISTANT STATUS Shows the status of your voice assistant. LIGHT BAR ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Voice assistant is idle Voice assistant is listening White light slides to the center then glows solid White light slides to Voice assistant is thinking the sides...

  • Page 45: Media Playback And Volume

    White light slides from Updating soundbar left to right Source error - refer to the Pulses amber four times Bose Music app Request is temporarily Pulses red four times unavailable - try again later Soundbar error - contact Solid red...

  • Page 46: Advanced Features

    The soundbar updates automatically when connected to the Bose Music app and to your Wi-Fi network. DISABLE/ENABLE WI-FI CAPABILITY On the remote, press and hold the Bose Music button m and Skip forward button v until the light bar pulses white twice then fades to black. Bose Music button...

  • Page 47: Connect Bose Products

    CONNECT A BOSE SOUNDLINK BLUETOOTH SPEAKER OR BOSE HEADPHONES With Bose SimpleSync™ technology, you can connect certain Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speakers or Bose headphones to the soundbar for a new way to hear your music and movies. Benefits • A personal TV listening experience: Listen to TV without disturbing others by connecting your Bose headphones to the soundbar.

  • Page 48: Connect Using The Bose Music App

    CO N N E C T BOS E P RO DU CTS Connect using the Bose Music app To connect your Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker or Bose headphones to the soundbar, use the Bose Music app. For more information, visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/Groups...

  • Page 49: Care And Maintenance

    CA R E A N D M A I N T E N AN C E INSTALL THE REMOTE BATTERIES 1. Slide open the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote. 2. Insert the four provided AA (IEC-LR3) 1.5V batteries. Match the H and z symbols on the batteries with the H and z markings inside the compartment.

  • Page 50: Clean The Soundbar

    • Do NOT use any solvents, chemicals or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. • Do NOT allow objects to drop into any openings. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/SB700 worldwide.Bose.com/Support/SB700 LIMITED WARRANTY The soundbar is covered by a limited warranty.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    • Place the soundbar according to the placement guidelines (see page 15). OTHER SOLUTIONS If you could not resolve your issue, see the table below to identify symptoms and solutions to common problems. If you are unable to resolve your issue, contact Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/contact worldwide.Bose.com/contact SYMPTOM...
  • Page 52 TR O U B L E S H O OT I N G SYMPTOM SOLUTION Match the H and z symbols on the batteries with the H and z markings inside the compartment (see page 49). If the cable/satellite function buttons on the remote are pulsing, the batteries are low (see page 27).
  • Page 53 No audio from bass Make sure the software is current in the Bose Music app. module or surround speakers Adjust the bass level using the Bose Music app (see page 27). Switch to a di erent source (see page 24). E N G...
  • Page 54 Poor or of that device. distorted audio Adjust the bass level using the Bose Music app (see page 27). Power o your TV speakers. Refer to your TV owner’s guide. Run ADAPTiQ audio calibration (see page 20). Set CEC to Alternate using the Bose Music app.
  • Page 55 TR O U B L E S H O OT I N G SYMPTOM SOLUTION In the Bose Music app, select correct network name, and enter the network password (case-sensitive). Make sure the soundbar and your mobile device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 56 Alexa again. respond Make sure you say the name you assigned in the Bose Music app. If multiple speakers have the same name, use the name assigned in the Alexa app or change the name in the Bose Music app.
  • Page 57 Choose Pandora or Spotify as your default audio service (see page 35). Make sure you use the same audio service account on the Bose Music app and Google Assistant app. Your Google Assistant may not support your request. New features are added periodically.
  • Page 58 Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Install any available software updates for your speaker or speaker or headphones. To check for updates, open the appropriate Bose app Bose headphones for your product on your mobile device or visit btu.Bose.com btu.Bose.com on your computer.

  • Page 59: Reset The Soundbar

    2. To restore the soundbar’s network and audio settings: a. Launch the Bose Music app on your mobile device and add the soundbar to your network (see page 19). b. Run ADAPTiQ audio calibration using the Bose Music app.

  • Page 60: Appendix: Setup Reference

    A P P E N DI X : S ETU P R E F ER EN CE CONNECTION OPTIONS Connect the soundbar to your TV using one of the following connection options: Option 1 (preferred): HDMI eARC or ARC (Audio Return Channel) Option 2: Optical NOTE: The preferred option is to connect the soundbar to your TV’s HMDI eARC or ARC connector using the HDMI cable.

  • Page 61: Connect The Soundbar To Your Tv

    A P P E N DI X : S ETU P R E F ER EN CE CONNECT THE SOUNDBAR TO YOUR TV After choosing an audio cable, connect the soundbar to your TV. Option 1 (preferred): HDMI eARC or ARC 1.

  • Page 62: Option 2: Optical

    A P P E N DI X : S ETU P R E F ER EN CE Option 2: Optical If your TV doesn’t have an HDMI eARC or ARC connector, use the optical cable to connect the soundbar to your TV. 1.

  • Page 63: Check For Sound

    A P P E N DI X : S ETU P R E F ER EN CE CHECK FOR SOUND NOTE: To avoid hearing distorted audio, turn o your TV speakers. Refer to your TV owner’s guide for more information. 1.
  • Page 64 ©2021 Bose Corporation, 100 The Mountain Road, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM810651-0010 Rev. 07...

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