Bose SA-4 User Manual

Owner's Guide

Safety

Please take the time to follow the instructions in this owner's guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy its advanced features. Please save this guide for future reference.

All Bose products must be used in accordance with local, state, federal, and industry regulations.

The lightning ash 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 sufcient magnitude to

constitute a risk of electrical shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, as marked on the system, is intended to alert the user

to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in this owner’s guide.

WARNINGS:

• To reduce the risk of re or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.

• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing. Do not place objects lled with liquids, such as vases, on or near the apparatus. As with any electronic products, use care not to spill liquids into any part of the system. Liquids can cause a failure and/or a re hazard.

• Keep battery (or batteries) away from children. May cause a re or chemical burn if mishandled. Do not

recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Dispose of used batteries promptly. Replace only with a battery of the correct type and model number.

• Danger of explosion if battery (or batteries) is incorrectly replaced. Use only AA batteries (IEC LR06).

• Do not place any naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near the apparatus.

WARNING: Contains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children under age 3.

WARNING: This 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.

Please dispose of used batteries properly, following any local regulations. Do not incinerate.

CAUTIONS:

• To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the line cord plug to the wide slot of the AC (mains) receptacle. Insert the plug fully into the receptacle.

• The product must be used indoors. It is neither designed nor tested for use outdoors, in recreation vehicles, or on boats.

• Make no modications to the system or accessories. Unauthorized alterations may compromise safety,

regulatory compliance, and system performance.

NOTES:

• A personal computer is required for system setup. A home Wi-Fi

• Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, such disconnect device shall

remain readily operable.

• The product label is located on the bottom of the product.

• The speaker wire and interconnect cables included with the system are not approved for in-wall installation. Please check your local building codes for the correct type of wire and cable required for in-wall installation.

• Changes or modications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

• Operate this product within the temperature range of 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 40° C).

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network and Internet access are required.

Safety

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 or moisture.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

ampliers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide

blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult

an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Use only attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.

12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualied personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in a way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen

into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Important USA and Canada compliance Information

• This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

• This device complies with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation exposure limits set forth for general population.

• This device must not be co-located or be operating in conjunction with any other antennas or transmitters.

• This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

• This equipment complies with FCC and Industry Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 8 inches (20 cm) between radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any

other antenna or transmitter.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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. 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. However,

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC and all other applicable EU directive requirements. The complete Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.Bose.com/compliance.

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Safety

Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements

Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements

Lead

Part Name

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 this part is below the limit requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006.

X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006.

(Pb)

Mercury

Please complete and retain for your records.

The serial and model numbers can be found on the bottom of the system.

SA-4 ampliﬁer serial and model numbers: ___________________________________________

Wireless adapter serial and model numbers: _________________________________________

SoundTouch™ controller serial and model numbers: ___________________________________

Purchase date: ___________________________________________________________________

We suggest you keep your receipt with this owner's guide.

(Hg)

Cadmium

(Cd)

Hexavalent

(CR(VI))

Polybrominated

Biphenyl (PBB)

Polybrominated

diphenylether (PBDE)

AirPlay works with Apple iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with iOS 4.3.3 or later, Mac with OS X Mountain Lion, and Mac and PC with iTunes 10.2.2 or later.

AirPlay, Apple iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, iTunes, Mac, and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

“Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect speciﬁcally to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certiﬁed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance.

The Bluetooth marks by Bose is under license.

Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google, Inc.

SoundTouch and the wireless note design are trademarks of Bose Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

Wi-Fi is a registered mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

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word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such

Contents

Introducing SoundTouch™ from Bose

Key Beneﬁts ................................................................................................ 7

Introduction

About your SoundTouch™ SA-4 ampliﬁer ..................................................... 8

System features ......................................................................................... 8

Setting up the System

Unpacking the system ...................................................................................... 9

Adding the system to your Wi-Fi® network ................................................... 10

Installing the SoundTouch™ app ............................................................. 10

Connecting the system to your home Wi-Fi® network ........................ 1 1

Installing the SoundTouch™ SA-4 ampliﬁer ................................................. 13

Installing the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter...................................... 13

Connecting speakers to the SA-4 ampliﬁer ................................................. 14

Controlling the System using the App

Using the SoundTouch™ app ........................................................................... 15

Getting help ................................................................................................. 15

Downloading the app for your mobile device ............................................... 16

Controlling the system from another computer ......................................... 16

Using the System

Playing music with the SoundTouch™ controller ........................................ 17

Using the the SoundTouch™ controller ................................................. 17

Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ controller ........................................ 18

Playing an AirPlay stream ................................................................................ 19

Status indicators ............................................................................................... 19

SoundTouch™ SA-4 ampliﬁer status indicator ..................................... 19

SoundTouch™ wireless adapter Wi-Fi® status indicator ..................... 20

Advanced Features

Alternate setup method ................................................................................... 2 1

Disable/enable Wi-Fi® capability ..................................................................... 22

Power Saving mode .......................................................................................... 22

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Personalizing your Presets

How presets work .............................................................................................. 23

What you need to know ............................................................................. 23

Playing a preset ................................................................................................. 23

Presets with the SoundTouch™ controller .................................................... 23

To set a preset ............................................................................................ 23

To change a preset ..................................................................................... 23

Care and Maintenance

Adding a Wi-Fi® network ................................................................................... 24

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 24

Cleaning ............................................................................................................... 26

Customer service ............................................................................................... 26

Limited warranty information ......................................................................... 26

Technical Information

SoundTouch™ SA-4 ampliﬁer .......................................................................... 27

SoundTouch™ wireless adapter ...................................................................... 28

SoundTouch™ controller .................................................................................. 28

Appendices

Appendix A: SA-4 ampliﬁer connector panel ............................................... 29

Appendix B: Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ SA-4 ampliﬁer ................ 30

Appendix C: Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter ............. 32

Appendix D: Using a desktop computer to connect to the network ........ 33

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Introducing 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 or outdoor space that you want.

Key Beneﬁts

• Enjoy wireless access to Internet radio, music services, and your music library.

• Stream your favorite music easily with personalized presets.

• Works with your existing home Wi-Fi network.

• Free SoundTouch

powerful control.

• Simply add additional systems at any time for a multi-room listening experience.

• Wide selection of Bose

for any room or outdoor space.

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app for your computer, smartphone, or tablet provides more

audio systems lets you choose the right solution

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Introduction

About your SoundTouch™ SA-4 ampliﬁer

The SoundTouch™ SA-4 ampliﬁer is an elegant way to deliver high-quality sound into any room or outdoor space streamed wirelessly over your home Wi-Fi network. Use the free SoundTouch See “Adding the system to your Wi-Fi

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app to set up and control your system.

network” on page 10.

System features

• Easily connects to your choice of speakers for powerful sound anywhere around your home – even connects to outdoor speakers. (Although the ampliﬁer itself must remain inside and dry.)

• Bose

• SoundTouch

• Six presets deliver your music with just one touch.

• An Ethernet connector enables wired access to your home network.

• Stream your music via AirPlay for your Apple

• USB connectors for network setup.

patented signal processing automatically adjusts the tonal balance,

enabling full, rich lows at nearly all listening levels.

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controller provides control from up to 70 feet (21 m) away.

devices.

The USB connectors on the back of the system (SETUP A and SETUP B) are for setup only. The connectors are not designed to charge smartphones, tablets, or similar devices.

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Setting up the System

Unpacking the system

Carefully unpack the carton and conﬁrm that the following parts are included.

Note: Do not connect any cables to the system until after you have launched

the SoundTouch™ app. See “Connecting the system to your home Wi-Fi network” on page 11.

SoundTouch SA-4 ampliﬁer

AC (mains) power cord

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SoundTouch™ wireless adapter

SoundTouch™ controller

USB cable

Save the carton and packing materials for transporting or storing the system.

CAUTION: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children.

The SoundTouch

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SA-4 ampliﬁer includes the appropriate AC (mains) power cord for your region. Use only the supplied AC (mains) power cord. If it does not ﬁt your AC power (mains) outlet, DO NOT alter the plug in any way. Contact Bose customer service for assistance.

Note: If part of the system is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized

Bose

dealer or Bose customer service. Please refer to the contact list in

the carton for contact information.

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Setting up the System

Adding the system to your Wi-Fi® network

Tip: A laptop is the preferred method for connecting to the network. If you

must use a desktop computer, see “Appendix D: Using a desktop computer to connect to the network” on page 33.

Before you can use SoundTouch a computer that is on your home network. Next, you will use the app to connect the system to the network. The app guides you through the setup process.

Make sure you follow the instructions on your computer.

Note: If you have already set up SoundTouch

app and click EXPLORE > SETTINGS > Systems > ADD SYSTEM to add another system.

Installing the SoundTouch™ app

1. From a computer that is on your Wi-Fi® network, open a browser and go to:

http://www.Bose.com/soundtouch_app

Tip: If you want SoundTouch

music library, use the computer where your music library is stored.

http://www.Bose.com/soundtouch_app

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you must install the SoundTouch™ app onto

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for another system, just launch the

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to play your iTunes® or Windows Media® Player

2. Download and install the SoundTouch™ app onto your computer.

You are now ready to connect the system to your network.

Note: Do not connect any cables to the system until the app instructs

you to connect the cables.

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Setting up the System

Connecting the system to your home Wi-Fi® network

1. Launch the app by double-clicking the SoundTouch™ app icon.

The ﬁrst time the app launches, it guides you through setting up the system on your Wi-Fi network. The app instructs you to connect the system.

2. Place the SA-4 ampliﬁer on a sturdy surface, close to an AC (mains) power source.

3. Connect the wireless adapter to the BoseLink INPUT connector on the back of the SA-4 ampliﬁer.

4. When prompted by the app, plug the power cord into the AC POWER connector on the back of the SoundTouch

5. Plug the other end of the power cord into AC (mains) power.

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SA-4 ampliﬁer.

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