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  • Page 1 Owner's Guide...
  • Page 2 • The speaker wire and interconnect cables included with the system are not approved for in-wall installation. Please check your local building codes for the correct type of wire and cable required for in-wall installation. • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC and all other applicable EU directive requirements. The complete Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.Bose.com/compliance.
  • Page 4 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. © 2013 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed, or otherwise used without prior written permission.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introducing SoundTouch™ from Bose ® Key Benefits ....................Introduction About your SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier ............. System features ..................Setting up the System Unpacking the system ..................Adding the system to your Wi-Fi network ........... ® Installing the SoundTouch™ app .............
  • Page 6 Contents Personalizing your Presets How presets work ....................23 What you need to know ................23 Playing a preset ....................23 Presets with the SoundTouch™ controller ............ 23 To set a preset .................... 23 To change a preset ..................23 Care and Maintenance Adding a Wi-Fi network ...................

  • Page 7: Introducing 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 or outdoor space.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    • Easily connects to your choice of speakers for powerful sound anywhere around your home – even connects to outdoor speakers. (Although the amplifier itself must remain inside and dry.) • Bose patented signal processing automatically adjusts the tonal balance, ®...

  • Page 9: Setting Up The System

    Contact Bose customer service for assistance. Note: If part of the system is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Please refer to the contact list in ® the carton for contact information.

  • Page 10: Adding The System To Your Wi-Fi

    EXPLORE > SETTINGS > Systems > ADD SYSTEM to add another system. Installing the SoundTouch™ app From a computer that is on your Wi-Fi network, open a browser and go to: ® http://www.Bose.com/soundtouch_app Tip: If you want SoundTouch to play your iTunes or Windows Media Player ™...

  • Page 11: Connecting The System To Your Home Wi-Fi Network

    Setting up the System Connecting the system to your home Wi-Fi network ® Launch the app by double-clicking the SoundTouch app icon. ™ The first time the app launches, it guides you through setting up the system on your Wi-Fi network. The app instructs you to connect the system. Place the SA-4 amplifier on a sturdy surface, close to an AC (mains) power source.
  • Page 12 Setting up the System When prompted by the app, plug the small end of the USB cable into the SETUP A connector on the SoundTouch wireless adapter. ™ SoundTouch wireless ™ adapter SETUP A connector Plug the larger end of the USB cable into a USB port on your computer. When the SoundTouch app detects your system, the Wi-Fi status indicator...

  • Page 13: Installing The Soundtouch™ Sa-4 Amplifier

    Setting up the System Installing the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier Locate the SA-4 amplifier indoors, close to an AC (mains) power outlet. It does not need to be close to your speakers. The SoundTouch SA-4 amplifier weighs 11 lbs (5 kg). It can be placed on a floor, ™...

  • Page 14: Connecting Speakers To The Sa-4 Amplifier

    Use a small, flat-head screwdriver to connect the left speaker cable to the L positive (+) and minus (–) terminals of the 4-pin terminal block connector, and the right speaker cable to the R positive (+) and minus (–) terminals. Bose 251 Environmental Speakers ®...

  • Page 15: Controlling The System Using The App

    Controlling the System using the App Follow the operating instructions for your unpowered speakers to connect the other end of the cables to the speakers. Make sure to connect the marked wires to the positive terminals. Install the speakers in their permanent location. Reconnect the SA-4 amplifier to AC (mains) power.

  • Page 16: Downloading The App For Your Mobile Device

    Controlling the System using the App Downloading the app for your mobile device Bose offers a free mobile version of the SoundTouch app so you can control ® ™ the system from your smartphone or tablet. To install the app for your smartphone or tablet: •...

  • Page 17: Using The System

    Using the System Playing music with the SoundTouch™ controller During the app set up process, the SoundTouch controller was activated and a ™ wireless connection was established. You can use the SoundTouch controller to ™ play and manage your presets. Note: The SoundTouch controller must be within 70 feet (21 m) of the ™...

  • Page 18: Wall Mounting The Soundtouch™ Controller

    Using the System Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ controller The wall mount bracket contains magnetic material. Please WARNING: contact your physician if you have any questions whether this might affect the operation of your implantable medical device. Follow these instructions to wall mount your SoundTouch controller. Use the ™ bracket as a template to mark the holes. Bracket Wallboard (anchors and screws supplied): Use a in.

  • Page 19: Playing An Airplay Stream

    Using the System Playing an AirPlay stream In addition to playing content from Internet radio, music services, and your music library, you can also stream audio from an AirPlay device on the same Wi-Fi network. ® Start a music app on your AirPlay device. Tip: Adjust the volume on the AirPlay device to 75 percent of maximum to ensure optimal volume control from the SA-4 amplifier system.

  • Page 20: Soundtouch™ Wireless Adapter Wi-Fi Status Indicator

    System on and connected to Wi-Fi network Solid amber System in setup mode (page 12 and page 24) Blinking slow amber Disconnected from Wi-Fi network Blinking fast amber Firmware error - call Bose service Networking disabled or system connected to Ethernet 20 - English...

  • Page 21: Advanced Features

    When the Wi-Fi status indicator blinks amber once and lights solid amber, release the Control button. Wi-Fi status indicator Control button On your computer, tablet or smartphone, activate Wi-Fi and join the Bose SoundTouch Wi-Fi network. ® ™ Note: It may take several moments for the network to appear on your device.

  • Page 22: Disable/Enable Wi-Fi ® Capability

    Advanced Features Disable/enable Wi-Fi capability ® The SoundTouch wireless adapter has built-in Wi-Fi capability that enables it to ™ wirelessly connect to your home Wi-Fi network. The Wi-Fi capability is disabled when the SoundTouch wireless adapter is placed in the Power Saving mode. Power Saving mode The SoundTouch wireless adapter has a low-power standby mode in which it...

  • Page 23: 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 controller.

  • Page 24: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Adding a Wi-Fi network ® If your network information has changed, or to connect your system to another network, you must add the new network information in the app and then connect the system. Launch the SoundTouch app.
  • Page 25 Care and Maintenance Problem What to do Neither speaker • Make sure the amplifier is connected to AC (mains) power. plays • Make sure the plug is inserted fully and the AC (mains) power outlet is powered. • Make sure content is selected via the SoundTouch app.

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    DO NOT use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. Customer service For additional help using the system, contact Bose customer service. See the address and phone number list included with your SoundTouch system.

  • Page 27: Technical Information

    Technical Information SoundTouch™ SA-4 Amplifier Features • Bose proprietary digital signal processing technology ® • Built-in digital volume control • Thermal overload protection Dimensions and Weight • 14¼ in. wide x 5½ in. deep x 4¼ in. high (36.2 cm x 14.0 cm x 10.8 cm) •...

  • Page 28: Soundtouch™ Wireless Adapter

    Technical Information SoundTouch™ wireless adapter Dimensions and weight • 2½ in. wide x 9⅜ in. long x 2 in. high (6.4 cm x 23.8 cm x 5.1 cm) • 12.0 oz (.34 kg) Temperature range 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 40° C) SoundTouch™...

  • Page 29: Appendices

    SA-4 amplifier. ™ Local volume control connector. Allows you to control the volume using a wall-mounted control. Contact your Bose dealer or call Bose customer service for information on installing this feature. See the contact list enclosed in the carton.

  • Page 30: Appendix B: Wall Mounting The Soundtouch™ Sa-4 Amplifier

    Appendices Appendix B: Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier Horizontal Vertical orientation orientation Connector panel Connector is facing up. panel is facing left. Follow these instructions to wall mount your SoundTouch SA-4 amplifier. Install either vertically with the connector panel facing left, or horizontally with the connector panel facing up.
  • Page 31 Appendices Note: Mounting hardware must be purchased separately. If the mounting hardware instructions differ from these instructions, follow the mounting hardware instructions. • Wood Mounting: Mount to 1 in. (25.4 mm) or thicker wood. Drill pilot hole with a ³/ in. (2.38 mm) drill. Use (4) #10 x 1½ in. (M5 x 38 mm) pan-head wood screws.

  • Page 32: Appendix C: Wall Mounting The Soundtouch™ Wireless Adapter

    Appendices Appendix C: Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter Vertical Horizontal orientation orientation Connector Connector panel panel is is facing up. facing left. Follow these instructions to wall mount your SoundTouch wireless adapter. Install ™ either vertically with the connector panel facing left, or horizontally with the con- nector panel facing up.

  • Page 33: Appendix D: Using A Desktop Computer To Connect To The Network

    Appendices Appendix D: Using a desktop computer to connect to the network If you have a desktop computer, temporarily move the SA-4 amplifier near the computer to set up the network connection. The diagram below shows how to temporarily set up your SA-4 amplifier and SoundTouch wireless adapter near your desktop computer.
  • Page 34 ©2013 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM625304 Rev. 00...

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