Page 2 - I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S; Please read and keep all safety and use instructions.; Do not use this apparatus near water.
2 | E N G I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T 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. Clea...
Page 3 - R E G U L ATO R Y I N F O R M AT I O N
3 | E N G R E G U L ATO R Y I N F O R M AT I O 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 inst...
Page 4 - Europe only; States listed in the table.; Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices; Article XII; radio wave radiated devices.; China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table; Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
R E G U L ATO R Y I N F O R M AT I O N 4 | E N G 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...
Page 5 - Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table
R E G U L ATO R Y I N F O R M AT I O N 5 | E N G Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table Equipment name: Powered Speaker, Type designation: 429148 Restricted substances and its chemical symbols Unit Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent chromium (Cr+6) Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB...
Page 6 - L E G A L I N F O R M AT I O N
6 | E N G L E G A L I N F O R M AT I O N Android, Google Play, and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC.Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are reg...
Page 7 - C O N T E N T S; SYSTEM PLACEMENT
7 | E N G C O N T E N T S WHAT'S IN THE CARTON Contents ............................................................................................................................. 9 SYSTEM PLACEMENT Recommendations.......................................................................................
Page 8 - WIRELESS RECEIVER STATUS
C O N T E N T S 8 | E N G WIRELESS RECEIVER STATUS Status light ........................................................................................................................ 26 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Clean the surround speakers ..................................................................
Page 9 - W H AT ' S I N T H E C A R TO N; CONTENTS; Confirm that the following parts are included:
9 | E N G W H AT ' S I N T H E C A R TO N 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...
Page 10 - S Y S T E M P L AC E M E N T; RECOMMENDATIONS; COMPONENT
1 0 | E N G S Y S T E M P L AC E M E N 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 he...
Page 11 - Mount the speakers; Only use Bose hardware to mount the speakers. Using unauthorized
S Y S T E M P L AC E M E N T 1 1 | E N G S Y S T E M P L AC E M E N 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 mo...
Page 12 - W I R E L E S S R E C E I V E R S E T U P; CONNECT THE ADAPTERS; Insert the red, stripped end of the two-pin cable marked
1 2 | E N G W I R E L E S S R E C E I V E R S E T 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 o...
Page 13 - While holding the speaker, place the base into the bottom.
S Y S T E M P L AC E M E N T 1 3 | E N G 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...
Page 14 - IDENTIFY SWITCH SETTINGS ON THE; front of the receiver to adjust the channel settings.
1 4 | E N G W I R E L E S S R E C E I V E R S E T 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 ...
Page 15 - CONNECT THE SPEAKERS; Connect and attach the base to the surround speaker see page 14.
S Y S T E M P L AC E M E N T 1 5 | E N G W I R E L E S S R E C E I V E R S E T 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...
Page 16 - P O W E R; CONNECT THE SURROUND SPEAKERS TO POWER; Connect the power cord to the wireless receiver.
1 6 | E N G P O W E R 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.
Page 17 - C O N N E C T TO A S O U N D B A R; Bose SoundTouch 300 soundbar; CC; Bluetooth
1 7 | E N G C O N N E C T TO A S O U N D B A 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 t...
Page 18 - CHOOSE YOUR CONNECTION METHOD; connection method from the table below.; SOUNDBAR; If you can't access or have trouble; SoundTouch 300 soundbar; Connect using your soundbar’s remote
S Y S T E M P L AC E M E N T 1 8 | E N G C O N N E C T TO A S O U N D B A 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 Bose Soundbar 500 or Bose Soundbar 700 Connect ...
Page 19 - CONNECT USING THE BOSE MUSIC APP; You MUST make sure your soundbar software is up-to-date for optimal; My Bose; Tap the soundbar image in the bottom-right corner of the screen.; Settings; New to the Bose Music app?; For support information related to the Bose Music app, visit:
S Y S T E M P L AC E M E N T 1 9 | E N G C O N N E C T TO A S O U N D B A 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 - CONNECT USING THE SOUNDTOUCH 300 REMOTE
S Y S T E M P L AC E M E N T 2 0 | E N G C O N N E C T TO A S O U N D B A 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 sound...
Page 21 - CHECK FOR SOUND; owner’s guide for more information.
2 1 | E N G C O N N E C T TO A S O U N D B A 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...
Page 22 - A DA P T I Q A U D I O C A L I B R AT I O N; determine optimal sound quality.; CHOOSE YOUR AUDIO CALIBRATION METHOD; audio calibration method from the table below.; Run ADAPTiQ audio calibration using the Bose Music; Run ADAPTiQ audio calibration using your
2 2 | E N G A DA P T I Q A U D I O C A L I B R AT I 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...
Page 23 - RUN ADAPTIQ AUDIO CALIBRATION USING THE; Initial setup; ADAPTiQ audio calibration to ensure optimal sound quality.; Tap the soundbar image on the bottom-right corner of the screen.
A DA P T I Q A U D I O C A L I B R AT I O N 2 3 | E N G A DA P T I Q A U D I O C A L I B R AT I 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 t...
Page 24 - Insert the ADAPTiQ headset cable into the
A DA P T I Q A U D I O C A L I B R AT I O N 2 4 | E N G A DA P T I Q A U D I O C A L I B R AT I 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...
Page 26 - W I R E L E S S R E C E I V E R S TAT U S; STATUS LIGHT; LIGHT ACTIVITY; Connected to the soundbar; Blinking white; Downloading a software update; Blinking amber; Ready to connect to the soundbar; Blinking red; Error - contact Bose customer service
2 6 | E N G W I R E L E S S R E C E I V E R S TAT U S STATUS LIGHT The light on the front of the wireless receiver shows system status. LIGHT ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Solid white Connected to the soundbar Blinking white Downloading a software update Solid amber (dim) Disconnected from the soundbar Blin...
Page 27 - C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E; CLEAN THE SURROUND SPEAKERS; Clean the exterior of the surround speakers with a soft, dry cloth.; REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES; Failure to register will not affect your limited warranty rights.
2 7 | E N G C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E 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 an...
Page 28 - T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G; TRY THESE SOLUTIONS FIRST; Bose customer service.; SYMPTOM; and soundbar, wait 30
2 8 | E N G T R O U B L E S H O OT I 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 rec...
Page 30 - UNABLE TO COMPLETE ADAPTIQ AUDIO CALIBRATION; listen to the voice prompts for the following error messages:; ERROR MESSAGE
3 0 | E N G T R O U B L E S H O OT I 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 1 ...
