Owner’s Guide
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.
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 compliance, and system performance. NOTES: • Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, such disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Regulatory Information Information about products that generate electrical noise This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Regulatory Information Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent (CR(VI)) Polybrominated Biphenyl (PBB) Polybrominated diphenylether (PBDE) PCBs X O O O O O Metal parts X O O O O O Plastic parts O O O O O O Speakers X O O O O O Cables X O O O O O Part Name This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364.
Contents SoundTouch™ System benefits........................................................................................................ 8 Hardware features.................................................................................................... 8 SoundTouch™ app.................................................................................................... 8 Setting up the System Unpacking the system.....................................................................................
Contents ® Bluetooth ® Pairing a Bluetooth enabled device............................................................................. 19 ® Connecting to a paired Bluetooth enabled device.................................................... 21 Using the button..................................................................................... 21 Using the Bluetooth® feature on the paired device......................................... 21 ® Clearing the system’s Bluetooth pairing list...............
SoundTouch™ Your SoundTouch™ wireless music system provides clear, room-filling sound streamed wirelessly over your home Wi-Fi network. With SoundTouch™, you can stream Internet radio, music services, and your music library. If you have Wi-Fi at home, you’re ready to enjoy your favorite music in any room you want. System benefits • Enjoy wireless access to Internet radio, music services and your music library. • Access your favorite music easily with your personalized Presets.
Setting up the System Unpacking the system Carefully unpack the carton and confirm that the following parts are included. Remote control ™ ® SoundTouch Wi-Fi music system USB cable (computer setup only) Power cord 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.
Setting up the System Connecting the system to power Before you set up the system on your network, connect the system to power. 1. Plug the power cord into the POWER connector on the system. 2. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC (mains) power outlet. Adding the system to your Wi-Fi network ® After you connect the system to power, you must download and install the SoundTouch™ app onto a smartphone or tablet that is connected to your network.
Setting up the System 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.
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 13. Tip: You can also press a Preset or to power on the system. Getting system information The front of the system shows information via the display and the Wi-Fi® indicator (see page 13). • Display: shows system messages and Now Playing information.
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.
Using the System System control buttons The system controls reside on the button pad and on the remote control. You can also control the system using the SoundTouch™ app (see page 16). • Button pad: enables you to power the system, set and play your Presets, adjust the volume, and activate the Bluetooth® and auxiliary sources. • Remote control: enables the same functionality as the button pad, plus: skip backward/skip forward and play/pause, and Thumbs up/Thumbs down.
Using the System Using the button This multifunction button enables you to play more music on your system. • Stream music from a connected Bluetooth® enabled device • Connect an audio device to the AUX IN connector Press to toggle between Bluetooth ( ) and auxiliary ( ) sources. Bluetooth® wireless technology Your system has Bluetooth wireless technology which lets you stream music from Bluetooth enabled devices to your system.
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. The app enables you to manage your SoundTouch™ settings, add music services, explore local and global Internet radio stations, set and change Presets, stream music to the system, view what is playing, plus much more.
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 its remote control. Tip: You can also access your Presets using the SoundTouch™ app on your computer, smartphone, or tablet.
Personalizing your Presets Setting a Preset 1. Stream music to the system using the app. 2. 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. Note: For information on using the SoundTouch™ app to set and change your Presets, refer to the in-app help.
® Bluetooth Pairing a Bluetooth® enabled device Bluetooth® wireless technology enables you to stream music from Bluetooth enabled smartphones, tablets, computers or other audio devices to your SoundTouch™ system. You can even stream music from Bluetooth enabled devices that are not part of your SoundTouch™ ecosystem, such as a guest’s smartphone or tablet. Before you can stream music from a Bluetooth enabled device, you must pair the device with your system. 1.
® Bluetooth 2. On your Bluetooth® enabled device, turn on the Bluetooth feature. Tip: The Bluetooth feature is usually found in Settings. A gear icon ( represents Settings on the Home screen. ) often 3. Select your SoundTouch™ system from the device list. Once paired, your SoundTouch™ system’s name appears connected in the device list. 4. On the Bluetooth enabled device, play music to stream to your system.
® Bluetooth Connecting to a paired Bluetooth enabled device ® You can stream audio from a Bluetooth® enabled device to your system. There are two ways to stream audio from a paired device to your SoundTouch™ system. If there are multiple devices stored in the system’s pairing list, it may take a minute or two for the paired device to connect. Your system’s display indicates connection status. Using the button 1.
Connecting a Device to the AUX IN Connector Using a cable to connect an audio device You can connect the audio output of a smartphone, tablet, computer or other type of audio device to your system’s AUX IN connector. The AUX IN connector accepts a 3.5 mm stereo cable plug (not provided). 1. Using a stereo cable, connect your audio device to the AUX IN connector on the system. 2. On the system’s button pad or remote control, press and release until appears on the display. 3.
Advanced Features Updating system software The app alerts you when a software update is available, at which time you can update the system within the app. However, you can also update system software using the button pad. 1. Press to power the system on. 2. On the button pad, press and hold and – (about 5 seconds). The display shows a countdown from 5-1. A progress bar indicates status. An update complete message appears on the display.
Advanced Features Re-enabling Wi-Fi® capability While the system is on, press and hold and – (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. 1. Press to power the system on. 2.
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 same ® Wi-Fi network. • Place the wireless adapter within range of the router. • Enable Wi-Fi on the device (mobile or computer) you are using for setup .
Care and Maintenance Getting diagnostic information Get detailed information, such as MAC address and network information, serial number and software version. 1. On the button pad, press and hold appears on the display. 2. Press + or and – until system information – to scroll through system information. 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.
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 two hours and can lead to death. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
Care and Maintenance Customer service For additional help using the system: • Visit SoundTouch.com • Contact Bose® Customer Service. Refer to the quick start guide in the carton for contact information. Limited warranty information Your SoundTouch™ system is covered by a limited warranty. Details of the limited warranty are provided on the quick start guide in the carton. Please refer to the quick start guide for instructions on how to register.
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 Japan: 100V 50/60 Hz, 150W 50/60 Hz, 150W SoundTouch™ 20 system Size: 7.4"H x 12.4"W x 4.1"D (18.8 cm x 31.4 cm x 10.4 cm) Weight: 7.0 lb (3.
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. • You need the provided USB cable.* • Do not connect the USB cable until the app instructs you to connect the cable. * The SETUP A USB connector on the back of the system is for computer setup only.
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