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IMPORTA N T SA F ET Y I N STR UCT I O N S Please read and keep all safety and use instructions. Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N NOTE: 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
R egulatory I nformation Europe only: Frequency band of operation 2400 to 2483.5 MHz: • Wi-Fi: Maximum transmit power less than 20 dBm EIRP. Frequency band of operation 5150 to 5350 MHz and 5470 to 5725 MHz: • Wi-Fi: Maximum transmit power less than 20 dBm EIRP. This device is restricted to indoor use when operating in the 5150 to 5350 MHz frequency range in all EU Member States listed in the table.
R egulatory I nformation Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table Equipment name: Powered Speaker, Type designation: 429148 Restricted substances and its chemical symbols Hexavalent chromium (Cr+6) Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) ○ ○ ○ Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ - ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ - ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Unit Lead (Pb) PCBs - ○ Metal Parts - ○ Plastic Parts ○ Speakers Cables Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Note 1: “○” indicates that the percentage cont
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CON T EN TS WHAT'S IN THE CARTON Contents.............................................................................................................................. 9 SYSTEM PLACEMENT Recommendations.......................................................................................................... 10 Mount the speakers................................................................................................ 11 WIRELESS RECEIVER SETUP Connect the adapters..................................
CON T EN TS WIRELESS RECEIVER STATUS Status light......................................................................................................................... 26 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Clean the surround speakers....................................................................................... 27 Replacement parts and accessories......................................................................... 27 Limited warranty.......................................................................
W HAT'S IN T HE CA RTON CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Surround speakers (2) Wireless receiver (2) Surround speaker base (2) Power cord (2)* Phillips-head screwdriver Two-pin speaker cable (2) *May ship with multiple power cords. Use the power cord for your region. NOTE: If any part of the product is damaged, do NOT use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.
SYSTEM P L ACEM EN T RECOMMENDATIONS To avoid wireless interference, keep other wireless equipment 1 – 3 ft. (0.3 – 0.9 m) away from the wireless receivers. Place the speakers and wireless receivers outside and away from metal cabinets, other audio/video components, and direct heat sources. COMPONENT PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS Place the speakers on their rubber feet on a stable and level surface. Place the speakers at ear height or higher in the back of the room.
System P L SYSTEM lacement ACEM EN T Mount the speakers You can mount the speakers on wall brackets, ceiling mounts, floor stands, or table stands. To purchase these accessories, visit Bose.com or contact your local Bose dealer. CAUTION: Only use Bose hardware to mount the speakers. Using unauthorized mounts may damage your Bose system and its components.
W IR EL ESS R ECEIV ER SET U P CONNECT THE ADAPTERS 1. Using the screwdriver, turn the screws to the left (counterclockwise) to loosen the wire terminals. 2. Insert the red, stripped end of the two-pin cable marked H into the red H terminal. 3. Insert the black, stripped end of the two-pin cable into the silver z terminal. NOTE: Be sure to only insert the stripped and tinned portions of each exposed wire to avoid clamping the wire’s insulation. 4.
W IRSystem EL ESS R P ECEIV lacement ER SET U P 5. While holding the speaker, place the base into the bottom. The base should fit flush into your speaker with the wire terminals facing the back. 6. Attach the base to the speaker using the screwdriver to turn the screw on the bottom of the base to the right (clockwise) until seated.
W IR EL ESS R ECEIV ER SET U P IDENTIFY SWITCH SETTINGS ON THE WIRELESS RECEIVERS The speakers connect to wireless receivers to communicate with your Bose Soundbar 500, Bose Soundbar 700, or SoundTouch 300 soundbar. The receivers come preset to a left and right channel out of the box. You can use the switch on the front of the receiver to adjust the channel settings. 1. Confirm that the switch on one wireless receiver is set to L (left). 2.
W IRSystem EL ESS R P ECEIV lacement ER SET U P CONNECT THE SPEAKERS 1. Place your speaker according to the “Placement guidelines” on page 10. 2. Connect and attach the base to the surround speaker see page 14. 3. Insert the other end of the two-pin cable into your wireless receiver. You hear or feel a click. 4. Repeat steps 1 - 3 to connect your other speaker.
P OW ER CONNECT THE SURROUND SPEAKERS TO POWER 1. Connect the power cord to the wireless receiver. 2. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC (mains) power outlet. 3. Repeat steps 1 – 2 to connect the other speaker to power.
CON N ECT TO A SOUN D BA R UPDATE THE SOUNDBAR SOFTWARE (REQUIRED) Before connecting your soundbar to your surround speakers, you MUST make sure your soundbar software is up-to-date. Bose Soundbar 500/700 If your soundbar has been set up with the Bose Music app and is connected to your Wi-Fi® network, your soundbar updates automatically. If you have not set up your soundbar using the Bose Music app, download the app and follow the app instructions.
CON System N ECT TO P lacement A SOUN D BA R CHOOSE YOUR CONNECTION METHOD The way you connect the surround speakers depends on your soundbar. Choose your connection method from the table below. SOUNDBAR CONNECTION METHOD Connect using the Bose Music app (see page 19). Bose Soundbar 500 or Bose Soundbar 700 SoundTouch 300 soundbar NOTE: If you can't access or have trouble connecting using the Bose Music app, see “Troubleshooting” on page 28. Connect using your soundbar’s remote (see page 20).
CON System N ECT TO P lacement A SOUN D BA R CONNECT USING THE BOSE MUSIC APP CAUTION: You MUST make sure your soundbar software is up-to-date for optimal sound quality and to prevent damage to your surround speakers. For more information on updating your soundbar see page 20. 1. In the Bose Music app, from the My Bose screen, select your soundbar. 2. Tap the soundbar image in the bottom-right corner of the screen. 3. Tap Settings > Accessory Speakers > Add Bose Accessory Speakers. 4.
CON System N ECT TO P lacement A SOUN D BA R CONNECT USING THE SOUNDTOUCH 300 REMOTE CAUTION: You MUST make sure your soundbar software is up-to-date for optimal sound quality and to prevent damage to your surround speakers. For more information on updating your soundbar see page 20. 1. Update your soundbar, see page 20. 2. On your soundbar’s remote, press the SoundTouch button e. 3. Press and hold k until the connectivity l light on the soundbar blinks white. Once connected, you hear a tone.
CON N ECT TO A SOUN D BA R CHECK FOR SOUND NOTE: To avoid hearing distorted audio, turn off your TV speakers. Refer to your TV owner’s guide for more information. 1. Power on your TV. 2. If you are using a cable/satellite box or other secondary source: a. Power on this source. b. If this source is connected to your TV, select the appropriate TV input. 3. Power on the soundbar. You hear sound coming from the surround speakers.
A DA P TI Q AUD I O CA L I BR ATI O N After setting up the surround speakers and connecting with the soundbar, 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. To run an audio calibration, you need 10 minutes when the room is quiet.
A DA P TI Q AUD audio I O CA calibration L I BR ATI O N RUN ADAPTIQ AUDIO CALIBRATION USING THE BOSE MUSIC APP Initial setup After you connect the surround speakers to your soundbar, the Bose Music app prompts you to run ADAPTiQ audio calibration. Follow the app instructions.
A DA P TI Q AUD audio I O CA calibration L I BR ATI O N RUN ADAPTIQ AUDIO CALIBRATION USING THE SOUNDTOUCH 300 REMOTE 1. Insert the ADAPTiQ headset cable into the a connector on the back of the SoundTouch 300 soundbar. ADAPTiQ 2. Put on the ADAPTiQ headset.
A DA P TI Q audio calibration 3. On the remote, press the SoundTouch button e. 4. Press and hold f until the TV light g and the Bluetooth light l on the soundbar glow green. ADAPTiQ audio calibration begins. NOTE: If you don’t hear your language, press d and c on the navigation pad to cycle through languages. To reset the language, press and hold f for 10 seconds. 5. Follow the voice prompts until the ADAPTiQ process is complete.
W IR EL ESS R ECEIV ER STATU S STATUS LIGHT The light on the front of the wireless receiver shows system status.
CA R E A N D M A IN T EN A N CE CLEAN THE SURROUND SPEAKERS Clean the exterior of the surround speakers with a soft, dry cloth. CAUTIONS: • Do NOT allow liquids to spill onto the surround speakers or into any openings. • Do NOT use any sprays near the surround speakers. • Do NOT use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. • Do NOT allow objects to drop into any openings.
T R OUBL ESHOOTI N G TRY THESE SOLUTIONS FIRST If you experience problems with the surround speakers: • Unplug the power cords for the wireless receivers and soundbar, wait 30 seconds, and plug them firmly into a live AC (mains) outlet. • Secure all cables. • Check the wireless receiver status light (see page 26). • Move the surround speakers and soundbar away from possible interference (wireless routers, cordless phones, televisions, microwaves, etc.).
T R OUBL ESHOOTI N G SYMPTOM SOLUTION Unmute the system. Increase the volume. Confirm that the soundbar is playing audio. If not, refer to your soundbar owner's guide for troubleshooting. • Bose Soundbar 500: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/SB500 • Bose Soundbar 700: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/SB700 • SoundTouch 300 soundbar: global.Bose.com/Support/ST300 Intermittent or no audio Confirm that the status light is solid white, indicating that the surround speakers are connected to the soundbar (see page 26).
T R OUBL ESHOOTI N G UNABLE TO COMPLETE ADAPTIQ AUDIO CALIBRATION WITH YOUR SOUNDTOUCH 300 SOUNDBAR If you can't complete ADAPTiQ audio calibration with your SoundTouch 300 soundbar, listen to the voice prompts for the following error messages: ERROR MESSAGE PROBLEM WHAT TO DO The microphone on the ADAPTiQ headset can't detect sound. Secure all cables. Disconnect the ADAPTiQ headset cable and reconnect it firmly into the soundbar’s a connector.
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