Page 2 - Please read and keep all safety, security, and use instructions.
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 2 | E N G Please read and keep all safety, security, and use instructions. Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and all other appl...
Page 5 - Product Power State Table
R E G U L ATO RY A N D L E G A L I N F O R M AT I O N 5 | E N G Low-power Radio-frequency Devices Technical Regulations : Without permission granted by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter original characteristic as well as...
Page 6 - China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table
R E G U L ATO RY A N D L E G A L I N F O R M AT I O N 6 | E N G China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table 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 ...
Page 7 - Please complete and retain for your records
R E G U L ATO RY A N D L E G A L I N F O R M AT I O N 7 | E N G License Disclosures : To view the license disclosures that apply to the third-party software packages included as components of your Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar product: 1. On the remote, press and hold the Play/Pause button F and Volume ...
Page 9 - AMAZON ALEXA; BLUETOOTH; ® CONNECTIONS
C O N T E N T S 9 | E N G C O N T E N T S AMAZON ALEXA Access Amazon Alexa .................................................................................................................................................. 25 Use your voice ...............................................................
Page 10 - SOUNDBAR STATUS; ADVANCED FEATURES; CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1 0 | E N G C O N T E N T S C O N T E N T S SOUNDBAR STATUS Wi-Fi status ..................................................................................................................................................................... 36 Bluetooth status ............................................
Page 11 - APPENDIX: SETUP REFERENCE
C O N T E N T S 1 1 | E N G APPENDIX: SETUP REFERENCE Connection options ..................................................................................................................................................... 54 Connect the soundbar to your TV .............................................
Page 12 - CONTENTS; Confirm that the following parts are included:; Bose dealer or Bose customer service.
1 2 | E N G W H AT ’ S I N T H E B O X CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar Remote (battery included) Power cord* HDMI cable Optical cable ADAPTiQ headset * May ship with multiple power cords. Use the power cord for your region. NOTE: If any part of the p...
Page 13 - the HDMI eARC or ARC port on your TV (see page 55). If your TV doesn’t have
1 3 | E N G The Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar supports Dolby Atmos® technology. The soundbar uses up-firing and side-firing speakers to deliver high-quality sound from all directions, achieving a superb, immersive, and fully-encompassing surround-sound experience. NOTE: To use Dolby Atmos technology, bo...
Page 14 - RECOMMENDATIONS; the front of the soundbar facing into the room.
1 4 | E N G S O U N D B A R P L A C E M E N T RECOMMENDATIONS • Place the soundbar below and in front of the TV (preferred) or above your TV with the front of the soundbar facing into the room. • For best sound quality, make sure the up-firing speakers on the top of the soundbar and the side-firing ...
Page 15 - WALL MOUNT THE SOUNDBAR; Do NOT use any other hardware to mount the soundbar.; Adjust audio for wall mounting; If you remove the soundbar from the wall, run ADAPTiQ again.
S O U N D B A R P L A C E M E N T 1 5 | E N G S O U N D B A R P L A C E M E N T WALL MOUNT THE SOUNDBAR You can mount the soundbar on a wall. To purchase the Bose Soundbar Wall Bracket, contact your authorized Bose dealer.Visit: support.Bose.com/UltraSB support.Bose.com/UltraSB NOTE: Make sure the t...
Page 16 - CONNECT THE SOUNDBAR TO POWER; Connect the power cord to the; NETWORK STANDBY; set up using the Bose Music app (see page 17) and the microphone is on
1 6 | E N G S E T U P T H E S O U N D B A R CONNECT THE SOUNDBAR TO POWER 1. Connect the power cord to the b port on the back of the soundbar. 2. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC (mains) power outlet. The soundbar powers on, and the light bar glows solid amber. 3. Download and use the...
Page 17 - DOWNLOAD THE BOSE MUSIC APP; On your mobile device, make sure that both your; B O S E M U S I C
1 7 | E N G B O S E M U S I C A P P S E T U P The Bose Music app lets you set up and control the soundbar from any mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. Using the app, you can stream music, add music services, explore internet radio stations, configure Amazon Alexa, enable Chromecast built-...
Page 18 - ADD THE SOUNDBAR TO AN EXISTING ACCOUNT
1 8 | E N G ADD THE SOUNDBAR TO AN EXISTING ACCOUNT To add your Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar, open the Bose Music app and add your soundbar. CONNECT TO A DIFFERENT WI-FI NETWORK Connect to a different network if your network name or password has changed, or if you want to change or add another network....
Page 19 - determine optimal sound quality.; RUN ADAPTIQ AUDIO CALIBRATION; from the Settings menu.
1 9 | E N G A D A P T I Q A U D I O C A L I B R AT I O N After you set up the soundbar using the Bose Music app, the app prompts you to run ADAPTiQ audio calibration for best sound quality. ADAPTiQ audio calibration customizes the sound of the system to the acoustics of your listening area by taking...
Page 20 - You can also control your soundbar using the Bose Music app.; REMOTE FUNCTIONS
2 0 | E N G S O U N D B A R C O N T R O L S The soundbar controls are located on the top of the soundbar and on the remote. TIP: You can also control your soundbar using the Bose Music app. REMOTE FUNCTIONS Use the remote to control the soundbar, select the source, and manage Bluetooth connections. ...
Page 21 - On the remote, press the Power button
S O U N D B A R C O N T R O L S 2 1 | E N G S O U N D B A R C O N T R O L S Power on/off On the remote, press the Power button I to power the soundbar on/off. NOTES: • When you plug the soundbar into an AC (mains) outlet, the soundbar automatically powers on. • When the soundbar is powered off, you ...
Page 22 - Sources; On the remote, press the appropriate button (TV
2 2 | E N G S O U N D B A R C O N T R O L S Sources On the remote, press the appropriate button (TV O , Bluetooth l , or Bose Music app m ) to select the source. TIPS: • You can also use Bose Voice4Video along with Amazon Alexa to select your Bluetooth source (see page 29). • You can also use the Bo...
Page 23 - Media playback and volume
S O U N D B A R C O N T R O L S 2 3 | E N G Media playback and volume FUNCTION WHAT TO DO Play/Pause Press F . NOTES: • When audio is paused, two lights in the center of the light bar glow solid white until audio resumes. • You can’t play/pause audio on a TV source. Skip forward Double-press F . Ski...
Page 24 - VOICE ASSISTANT CONTROLS; You can use the Action button; You can also use your voice to control Amazon Alexa (see page 25).; ADJUST THE AUDIO
S O U N D B A R C O N T R O L S 2 4 | E N G S O U N D B A R C O N T R O L S VOICE ASSISTANT CONTROLS You can use the Action button b to control Amazon Alexa (page 26). You use the Microphone off button n to turn the microphone off (see page 26). Action button Microphone off button TIP: You can also ...
Page 25 - ACCESS AMAZON ALEXA; option from the Settings menu.; Use your voice
2 5 | E N G A M A Z O N A L E X A ACCESS AMAZON ALEXA With Alexa on your soundbar, you can simplify your life and use your voice to control your music and much more. Using Alexa is as easy as asking a question. Just ask and Alexa can play your favorite song, skip to the next track, change the volume...
Page 26 - Use the soundbar controls
2 6 | E N G A M A Z O N A L E X A THINGS TO TRY EXAMPLES OF WHAT TO SAY Play on a specific speaker Play jazz in the “Kitchen.” NOTE: Make sure you say the speaker name you assigned in the Bose Music app. If multiple speakers have the same name, use the name assigned in the Alexa app or change the na...
Page 27 - CALLING AND MESSAGING WITH AMAZON ALEXA; mobile phone or tablet.; Set up Alexa Calling and Messaging; To set up Alexa Calling and Messaging, use the Alexa app.
2 7 | E N G A M A Z O N A L E X A THINGS TO TRY WHAT TO DO Stop Alexa Tap b . Turn the microphone on/off Tap n . NOTE: When the microphone is off, the Microphone off light glows solid red, and you can’t access Alexa. CALLING AND MESSAGING WITH AMAZON ALEXA Help your household and family stay better ...
Page 28 - SET UP DO NOT DISTURB; You can also set up Do Not Disturb using the Alexa app.
2 8 | E N G A M A Z O N A L E X A THINGS TO TRY EXAMPLES OF WHAT TO SAY Make a call Call Mom. Answer a call Answer. Decline a call or message Decline. End a call End call. Play a message Play message. Call an emergency contact Call my emergency contact. Make an announcement Announce that dinner is r...
Page 29 - CONTROL AUDIO WITH BOSE VOICE4VIDEO; Voice4Video is only available for TV, cable, and satellite boxes.; Set up Voice4Video; To set up Voice4Video, use the Bose Music app.
2 9 | E N G A M A Z O N A L E X A CONTROL AUDIO WITH BOSE VOICE4VIDEO Bose Voice4Video technology expands your Amazon Alexa voice capabilities like no other soundbar can. In addition to controlling your smart soundbar, you can control your TV and cable or satellite box with just your voice. With one...
Page 31 - ACCESS GOOGLE ASSISTANT; playlist on Family Room.”
S O U N D B A R C O N T R O L S 3 1 | E N G W O R K S W I T H G O O G L E A S S I S TA N T ACCESS GOOGLE ASSISTANT The soundbar is compatible with a Google Assistant-enabled device connected to your network. Control the soundbar using just your voice with help from Google. Start with saying “Hey Goo...
Page 32 - • Support for new apps is added periodically.; Your phone is your remote
3 2 | E N G S T R E A M A U D I O W I T H C H R O M E C A S T The soundbar comes with Chromecast built-in. With Chromecast built-in, you can stream audio from supported apps by simply tapping the Cast button. NOTES: • To use Chromecast built-in, you must have a Wi-Fi connection.• Chromecast built-in...
Page 33 - audio from your Apple device to the soundbar or multiple speakers.; STREAM AUDIO FROM THE CONTROL CENTER; the AirPlay icon; STREAM AUDIO FROM AN APP
3 3 | E N G S T R E A M A U D I O W I T H A I R P L AY The soundbar is capable of playing AirPlay 2 audio, which allows you to quickly stream audio from your Apple device to the soundbar or multiple speakers. NOTES: • To use AirPlay 2, you need an Apple device running iOS 14.1 or later. • Your Apple...
Page 34 - CONNECT A MOBILE DEVICE
3 4 | E N G B L U E T O OT H C O N N E C T I O N S CONNECT A MOBILE DEVICE 1. On the remote, press the Bluetooth button l . The light bar pulses blue. 2. On your mobile device, turn on the Bluetooth feature. NOTE: The Bluetooth menu is usually found in the Settings menu. 3. Select your soundbar from...
Page 35 - DISCONNECT A MOBILE DEVICE
3 5 | E N G B L U E T O OT H C O N N E C T I O N S DISCONNECT A MOBILE DEVICE Use the Bose Music app to disconnect your mobile device. TIP: You can also use Bluetooth settings on your mobile device. Disabling Bluetooth disconnects all other devices. RECONNECT A MOBILE DEVICE On the remote, press the...
Page 36 - The light bar displays one status at a time of the selected source.; STATUS; Shows the
3 6 | E N G The LED light bar located on the front of the soundbar shows the soundbar status. Light bar NOTE: The light bar displays one status at a time of the selected source. WI-FI STATUS Shows the Wi-Fi connection status of the soundbar. LIGHT BAR ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Pulsing white Connecting t...
Page 37 - AMAZON ALEXA STATUS; Shows the status of Amazon Alexa.
3 7 | E N G S O U N D B A R S TAT U S AMAZON ALEXA STATUS Shows the status of Amazon Alexa. LIGHT BAR ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Off Amazon Alexa is idle White light slides to the center then glows solid Amazon Alexa is listening White light slides to the sides Amazon Alexa is thinking Pulsing white (ful...
Page 38 - MEDIA PLAYBACK AND VOLUME STATUS
3 8 | E N G S O U N D B A R S TAT U S Microphone off light Microphone off light LIGHT ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Solid red The microphone is off MEDIA PLAYBACK AND VOLUME STATUS Shows the soundbar status when controlling media playback and volume. LIGHT BAR ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Two center lights glow so...
Page 39 - UPDATE AND ERROR STATUS; Shows the status of software updates and error alerts.
3 9 | E N G S O U N D B A R S TAT U S UPDATE AND ERROR STATUS Shows the status of software updates and error alerts. LIGHT BAR ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Solid amber Wi-Fi setup in progress White light slides from right to left Downloading update White light slides from left to right Updating soundbar Pu...
Page 40 - On the remote, press and hold the Mute button
4 0 | E N G A D VA N C E D F E AT U R E S DISABLE/ENABLE WI-FI CAPABILITY On the remote, press and hold the Mute button A and Bluetooth button l until the light bar pulses white twice then fades to black.
Page 41 - Bose Surround Speakers 700; CONNECT A BOSE SOUNDLINK; SPEAKER OR; Benefits; A personal TV listening experience; Compatible products
4 1 | E N G C O N N E C T B O S E P R O D U C T S CONNECT ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) You can connect any of these accessories to your soundbar. For more information, refer to your accessory owner’s guide.• Bose Bass Module 700 : Bose.com/BM700 Bose.com/BM700 • Bose Bass Module 500 : Bose.com/BM500 Bose....
Page 42 - Connect using the Bose Music app; RECONNECT A BOSE SOUNDLINK
4 2 | E N G C O N N E C T B O S E P R O D U C T S Connect using the Bose Music app To connect your Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker or Bose headphones to the soundbar, use the Bose Music app. For more information, visit: support.Bose.com/UltraSBGrouping support.Bose.com/UltraSBGrouping NOTES: • Make...
Page 43 - UPDATE THE SOUNDBAR
4 3 | E N G C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E UPDATE THE SOUNDBAR The soundbar updates automatically when connected to the Bose Music app and your Wi-Fi network. REPLACE THE REMOTE BATTERY Do not ingest battery, chemical burn hazard. The remote control supplied with this product contains a coin/bu...
Page 44 - Insert the new battery flat side up, with the
4 4 | E N G C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E 2. Insert the new battery flat side up, with the H symbol facing up. NOTE: Use only an agency approved (e.g., UL) CR2032 or DL2032 3-volt lithium battery. 3. Reset the cover and turn it right (clockwise) to lock in place. The cover is completely closed...
Page 45 - CLEAN THE SOUNDBAR
4 5 | E N G C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E CLEAN THE SOUNDBAR Wipe the outside surfaces of the soundbar with a soft, dry cloth. NOTE: The microphone may be inadvertantly turned off during the cleaning procedure. Use the Microphone off button n on top of the soundbar to turn the microphone on an...
Page 46 - TRY THESE SOLUTIONS FIRST; wireless equipment.; OTHER SOLUTIONS
4 6 | 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 soundbar:• Make sure the soundbar is connected to a live AC (mains) outlet.• Secure all cables.• Check the state of the soundbar (see page 36).• Download the Bose Music app and run available softwa...
Page 53 - RESTORE THE SOUNDBAR; On the Bose Music app, remove the soundbar from your Bose account.
5 3 | E N G T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G RESTORE THE SOUNDBAR Restoring the factory settings clears all source, volume, network, and ADAPTiQ audio calibration settings from the soundbar and returns the soundbar to its default settings. 1. On the Bose Music app, remove the soundbar from your Bose acc...
Page 54 - CONNECTION OPTIONS; Option 2; and; Audio OUT; Your TV port panel may not appear as shown. Look for the shape of
5 4 | E N G A P P E N D I X : S E T U P R E F E R E N C E CONNECTION OPTIONS Connect the soundbar to your TV using one of the following connection options:• Option 1 (preferred) : HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) or ARC • Option 2 : Optical NOTES: • To deliver the Dolby Atmos surround-sound...
Page 55 - CONNECT THE SOUNDBAR TO YOUR TV; After choosing an audio cable, connect the soundbar to your TV.; HDMI eARC; or; ARC; Insert the other end of the cable into the
5 5 | E N G A P P E N D I X : S E T U P R E F E R E N C E CONNECT THE SOUNDBAR TO YOUR TV After choosing an audio cable, connect the soundbar to your TV. Option 1 (preferred): HDMI eARC or ARC 1. Insert one end of the HDMI cable into your TV’s HDMI eARC or ARC port. 2. Insert the other end of the ca...
Page 56 - Optical OUT
5 6 | E N G A P P E N D I X : S E T U P R E F E R E N C E Option 2: Optical If your TV doesn’t have an HDMI eARC (or ARC) port, use the optical cable to connect the soundbar to your TV. 1. Remove the protective cap from both ends of the optical cable. CAUTION: Inserting the plug with the cap attache...
Page 57 - CHECK FOR SOUND
5 7 | E N G A P P E N D I X : S E T U P R E F E R E N C E CHECK FOR SOUND 1. Power on your TV using your TV remote. 2. In the audio section of your TV’s menu, turn off your TV speakers. NOTE: Refer to your TV owner’s guide for more information. 3. If you are using a cable/satellite box or other seco...
