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 WARNINGS and CAUTIONS for the battery • The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like. • Do not dismantle, open or shred the battery. • Do not expose the battery to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight. • Do not short-circuit the battery. Do not store the battery haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by other metal objects.
Regulatory Guidelines CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) Information about products that general 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 Guidelines Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Part Name 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 O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for
Contents Introducing SoundTouch™ from Bose® Key Benefits.............................................................................................................. 8 Introduction About your SoundTouch™ Portable system................................................................ System features....................................................................................................... 9 9 Setting up the System Unpacking the system..........................................................
Contents Personalizing Presets How Presets work............................................................................................................. What you need to know........................................................................................... Playing a Preset................................................................................................................ Setting a Preset............................................................................................
Presenting SoundTouch™ from Bose® 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. Key Benefits • Enjoy wireless access to Internet radio, music services and your music library. • Wireless setup using a smartphone or tablet. • Stream your favorite music easily with personalized Presets. • Works with your existing home Wi-Fi network.
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" on page 12. System features • Six Presets on the system and its remote deliver your music with just one touch. • 1.6-in. display communicates system status and information. • Portable design lets you take the system from room to room.
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 supply ay ship with multiple AC power adapters. Use the power adapter for your M 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 contact list in the carton.
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. 20V 20 V 2. Slide the AC power adapter for your region onto the power supply. 3. Plug the power supply into an AC (mains) power outlet. Note: Make sure the system is connected to power during setup to avoid power loss due to low battery charge.
Setting up the System 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. The app guides you through connecting the system to your network. Note: If you do not have a smartphone or tablet, you can use a computer for setup. See "Appendix: Using a Computer for Setup" on page 33.
Setting up the System Connect the system to your home Wi-Fi® network After you install the app, add the system to your network: 1. On your smartphone or tablet, select to launch the app. The app guides you through connecting the system to your Wi-Fi network. 2. Follow the instructions in the app to complete setup, including creating a SoundTouch™ account, adding a music library and music services.
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. Getting system information The front of the system shows information via the display and the Wi-Fi® indicator. • Display: shows system messages and Now Playing information (see page 15).
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 Wi-Fi® Indicator The Wi-Fi indicator on the front of the system indicates Wi-Fi status.
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 more while observing the battery status icon on the display.
Using the System Battery protection mode When the SoundTouch™ Portable system is unplugged and unused for several days or one day with a remaining charge of less than 10 percent, it enters battery protection mode to preserve battery power. To reactivate the system, connect it to AC (mains) power. Note: D o not store your system for extended periods when the battery status icon on the display indicates less than 20 percent capacity . When not in use, store the system in a cool place.
Using the System 7. Remove the screws that secure the battery pack. 8. Remove the old battery and gently slide the new battery into the compartment. 9. Replace and tighten the screws on the battery pack. Note: T ighten the left screw first to ensure the battery's pins align with the connectors inside the compartment. 10. Align the cover's hooks to the tabs and press the cover down. 11. Replace and tighten the screws on the cover. 12.
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.
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. 1. Connect the device to the same network as your system. 2. On the device, download and install the SoundTouch™ app: • If you are using a smartphone or tablet, see page 12. • If you are using a computer, open a browser and go to: SoundTouch.
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 its remote control. Tip: You can also access your Presets using the SoundTouch™ app on your computer, smartphone, or tablet.
Listening to other Sources 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.
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®. Connecting an audio device to the system You can connect the audio output of a smartphone, tablet, computer or other type of audio device to the AUX IN connector. The AUX IN connector accepts a 3.5 mm stereo cable plug (not provided).
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. 1. Start a music app on your AirPlay device. 2. On the device, tap or click (assigned during setup). 3. Start playing music from a music app.
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. 1. Press 2. On the button pad, press and hold to power the system on. 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.
Care and Maintenance Disabling Wi-Fi® capability The system has built-in Wi-Fi capability that enables wireless connectivity and AirPlay. 1. Press 2. On the button pad, press and hold to power the system on. and – (about 5 seconds). The display shows a countdown from 5-1 and a message similar to Hold to disable networking appears on the display. The Wi-Fi indicator turns off when Wi-Fi is disabled. Re-enabling Wi-Fi® capability While the system is on, press and hold and – (about 5 seconds).
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. • Enable Wi-Fi on the device (mobile or computer) you are using for setup .
Care and Maintenance Problem What to do System does not turn on when operating on battery power Battery may be in protection mode or discharged. • Connect to an AC (mains) power source to charge the battery. 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 appears on the display The battery is too hot or cold. • Move the system to a cooler or warmer temperature.
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. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product.
Customer service Care and Maintenance For additional help using the system, 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. Failure to do so will not affect your limited warranty rights.
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.
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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