BOSE Wave SoundTouch User Guide

®

Wave® SoundTouch™

music system

Owner's Guide

Safety Information

Please read this owner’s guide

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 owner’s guide for
future reference.

WARNINGS:

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

•

• Keep battery away from children. May cause a fire or chemical

burn if mishandled. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above
212ºF (100ºC), or incinerate. Dispose of used batteries promptly.
Replace only with a battery of the correct type and model
number.

• 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. Keep new and
used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment
does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away
from children. If you think the battery may have been swallowed
or placed inside any part of the body seek immediate medical
attention.

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with an agency approved (ex. UL) CR2032 or DL2032 3-volt
lithium battery.

• 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.

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

• Contains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not

suitable for children under age 3.

• The Wave® SoundTouch™ music system (the system and
SoundTouch™ pedestal combination, or the SoundTouch™
pedestal itself) is not to be used with the under-cabinet/wall

bracket available from Bose.

Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or
splashing, and do not place objects filled
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 fire hazard.

CAUTIONS:

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

• Make no modifications to the system or accessories. Unauthor­ized alterations may compromise safety, regulatory compliance,
and system performance.

• Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. It
is best to avoid extreme volume when using headphones, espe­cially for extended periods.

• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radia­tion exposure from the internal laser component. The compact
disc player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except
properly qualified service personnel.

Notes:

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

• The product must be used indoors. It is neither designed nor

tested for use outdoors, in recreational vehicles, or on boats.

• Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the
disconnect device, such disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.

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

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.

The temperature range of this product is 32ºF (0°C) to 113ºF (45°C).

Class 1 laser product

This CD player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT ac­cording to EN/IEC 60825. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is
located on the bottom of the unit.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

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 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.

Safety Information

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. Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

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

10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

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

12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any 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.

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. However, this 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, you are 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 to an outlet on a different circuit than the

one to which the receiver is connected.

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

help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose
Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this
e quipment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.

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

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

This device complies with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation
exposure limits set forth for general population. It must not be co­located or be operating in conjunction with any other antennas or
transmitters.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-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 of the device.

Antenna grounding

Example of antenna grounding as per National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70.

Antenna lead-in wire

Ground clamp

Antenna discharge unit
(NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding conductors

Electric service
equipment

Ground clamps

Power service grounding electrode
system (NEC ART 250, Part H)

(NEC Section 810-21)

Product data loger

This system features a product data logger that is designed to help
Bose better understand product usage and performance over time.
The product data logger records certain technical data and usage
history, including but not limited to volume levels, on/off data, user
settings, source inputs, power output, and setup data. We may use
this data to provide you with better service and support on your
system and to improve product design in the future. Special equip­ment is required to read the data stored by the product data logger
and such data can only be retrieved by Bose if your system is re­turned to Bose for service or as returned merchandise. The product
data logger does not collect any personally identifiable information
about you and does not record title, genre or other information
about the media content you access while using your system.

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Safety Information

Please complete and retain for your records

Record the serial number of your new Wave® SoundTouch™ music
system in the space below. The serial and model numbers can be
found on the bottom panel.

Serial number: _____________________________________________

Model number: ____________________________________________

Purchase date: _____________________________________________

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

“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.

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

Android is a trademark of Google, Inc.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunfofer IIS and Thompson.

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

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

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

The distinctive design of the Wave music system is a registered trademark of Bose Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

©1994-2013 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission.

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Contents

Introduction

ank you … .................................................................................. 6

e demonstration CD .................................................................... 6

e benefits of research ................................................................. 6

Special features ....................................................................................... 6

Carton contents ....................................................................................... 7

Selecting a location ................................................................................. 7

Important setup options ........................................................................ 7

Choosing a Wi-Fi

Network Requirements .................................................................. 7

®

or Ethernet network ....................................... 7

Setting Up Your Wave® SoundTouch™
Music System

System setup ........................................................................................... 8

Setting the clock ...................................................................................... 8

Adding the system to your Wi-Fi

Installing the SoundTouch™ app .................................................. 9

Connecting the system to your home

Wi-Fi network ................................................................................... 9

®

network ......................................... 9

Operating Your Wave® SoundTouch™
Music System

Remote control ....................................................................................... 10

Touch pad ................................................................................................. 10

Reading the display ................................................................................. 11

Turning the system on or off ................................................................. 11

Controlling the volume .......................................................................... 11

Setting the Sleep timer .......................................................................... 11

Listening to SoundTouch™

Using the SoundTouch™ app ................................................................. 12

Getting help ...................................................................................... 12

Downloading the app for your mobile device ............................. 12

Controlling the system from a different

computer ........................................................................................... 12

About presets ................................................................................... 12

About recents ................................................................................... 12

Selecting SoundTouch™ ......................................................................... 13

Playing a SoundTouch™ selection ........................................................ 13

Personalizing SoundTouch™ presets ................................................... 13

Listening to AirPlay streaming audio .................................................. 13

Listening to Radio

Selecting the radio band ........................................................................ 14

Listening to FM or AM radio................................................................... 14

Tuning to an FM/AM station ......................................................... 14

Storing FM/AM radio station presets .......................................... 14

TALK RADIO mode ........................................................................... 14

Playing CDs

Playing audio CDs .................................................................................... 15

CD Play Modes .......................................................................................... 15

Playing MP3 CDs ...................................................................................... 15

Navigating through music files .................................................... 16

Play modes for music file CDs ....................................................... 16

Setting and Using the Alarms

Alarm buttons and indicators ............................................................... 17

Using the Alarm buttons ............................................................... 17

Alarm status indicators .................................................................. 17

Setting the alarms ................................................................................... 17

Using the alarms...................................................................................... 18

Turning an alarm on or off ............................................................. 18

Snoozing an alarm .......................................................................... 18

Stopping a sounding alarm ........................................................... 18

Connecting Other Equipment

System connections ............................................................................... 19

Using the AUX IN connector .................................................................. 20

Using headphones .................................................................................. 20

Using an external antenna .................................................................... 21

Personalizing Your Wave® SoundTouch™
Music System

e setup menu ....................................................................................... 22

Adjusting the snooze time .................................................................... 23

Turning RDS on or off .............................................................................. 23

Selecting the continuous play source ................................................. 23

Changing the time format ..................................................................... 23

Adjusting the display brightness ......................................................... 23

Setting the room code ............................................................................ 24

Turning the touch pad on or off ............................................................ 24

Changing the system standby timer ................................................... 24

Performing a system reset .................................................................... 24

Maintaining Your Wave® SoundTouch™
Music System

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 25

Alternate setup method ......................................................................... 26

Disable/enable Wi-Fi capability ............................................................ 26

Power Saving mode ................................................................................ 26

Cleaning ..................................................................................................... 27

Customer service ..................................................................................... 27

Limited warranty ..................................................................................... 27

Technical information ............................................................................ 27

Index

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Introduction

ank you …

Thank you for purchasing the Wave® SoundTouch™ music system;
an elegant way to bring high quality sound wirelessly into any room.
With the addition of the SoundTouch
system, you can listen to Wi-Fi

e demonstration CD

We encourage you to listen to the
demonstration music CD included
in the carton. Simply insert the
demonstration disc and your Wave
SoundTouch™ music system will
play the CD automatically. For more
details on playing CDs see "Playing
CDs" on page 15.

e benefits of research

Over fourteen years of research by Bose Corporation brings you
the benefits of award-winning proprietary acoustic waveguide
speaker technology. Using this technology, a tube efficiently
transfers energy from a small speaker to the outside air over a
wide range of low frequencies. And, long waveguides, folded into
intricate patterns, fit into products small enough to be placed
comfortably in your home. Your Wave
system features dual tapered waveguide speaker technology,
connecting two speakers to two 26" tapered waveguides which
combine to produce unprecedented instrument timbre from a
system this size.

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pedestal to the Wave® music

music at the touch of a button.

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SoundTouch™ music

Dual tapered
waveguides

Wake to your favorite radio station or CD track

You can set either of the two alarms to wake you to your favorite
radio station or CD track. For more details, see "Setting the alarms"
on page 17.

Listen to your favorite music file (MP3) CDs

Your Wave® SoundTouchTM music system can play MP3 music
files recorded on CD-R and CD-RW discs. You can use the remote
control to easily navigate through your MP3 files and play your
favorites. For details, see "Playing MP3 CDs" on page 15.

Personalize system operation using the setup menu

System settings were selected at the factory to satisfy most own­ers of a Wave
the settings, see "Personalizing Your Wave
System" on page 22.

The setup menu allows you to change the following system settings
to your liking:

• Snooze time

• RDS information on or off

• Play a radio station automatically after a CD ends

• Clock time format (12- or 24-hour)

• Display brightness level

• Bose link room code

• Touch pad on or off

• Disable the automatic off feature

• Reset to factory settings

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SoundTouchTM music system. If you wish to change

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SoundTouch™ Music

Special features

Listen to SoundTouch™ sources such as Internet radio,
music services, and your stored music library

You can easily connect your Wave® SoundTouch™ music system to
your home network using the SoundTouch™ app on your computer
(Mac or PC). The SoundTouch™ app allows you to assign your music
to one of six presets. These presets can be accessed using the Wave
SoundTouch™ remote or the SoundTouch™ app on a computer or
smart device. See "Adding the system to your Wi-Fi® network" on
page 9 and "Using the SoundTouch™ app" on page 12.

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Introduction

Carton contents

Please check the shipping carton for the following items:

®

Wave

music system SoundTouch™ pedestal

Remote control

Demonstration CD

USB cable

(battery installed)

AC power cord(s)

(The appropriate cord for
your region is provided)

If any part of the system appears to be damaged, do not attempt
to use it. Contact Bose customer service. See the contact
information sheet included in the shipping carton.

Be sure to save the carton and packing materials. They provide the
safest means for moving or storing the product.

Selecting a location

Important setup options

Before you can enjoy listening to SoundTouchTM you must down­load and run the SoundTouch
system to your network.

Note: If you have a Windows Media

library stored on a computer, and you would like to listen
to it using the SoundTouch™ app, you should install the
app on that computer and use it to set up the network
connection.

• If you use a laptop, follow the setup instructions (page 8) to
set up your Wave

®

SoundTouch™ music system in your chosen
location. Then bring your laptop near the system and install and
run the SoundTouch™ app (page 9).

• If you only have a desktop computer, follow the setup
instructions (page 8) to temporarily set up your Wave
SoundTouch™ music system next to your desktop computer.
Then install and run the SoundTouch
making the network connection, you can disconnect the system
from your computer and the AC power outlet, and move it to your
chosen location. After connecting the system to power again, it
will automatically reconnect to your network.

Choosing a Wi-Fi® or Ethernet network

The SoundTouchTM app gives you the option to connect to your
network using Wi-Fi

• If you choose Wi-Fi, follow the onscreen instructions to
temporarily connect your computer to the SoundTouch
pedestal using the supplied USB cable.

• If you choose Ethernet, follow the onscreen instructions to
connect the SoundTouch
an Ethernet cable.

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or an Ethernet cable (not provided).

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app on a computer to connect the

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Player or iTunes® music

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TM

app (page 9). After

TM

TM

pedestal to your network router using

• To enjoy maximum audio performance, place your Wave®
SoundTouch™ music system across the room from where you
will be listening.

• Be sure to place the system on a flat, stable surface.

• For best audio performance, place the system within two feet of

a wall, and avoid placing directly in a corner.

CAUTIONS:

• Do not place your Wave

®

SoundTouch™ music system on a

metal surface. It could interfere with AM reception.

• Do not place your Wave

®

SoundTouch™ music system on a
heat-sensitive surface. Like all electrical equipment, it generates
some heat.

• Do not use your Wave

®

SoundTouch™ music system in a damp

location or any other place where moisture can get inside.

Network Requirements

To setup this system, you need:

• Broadband Internet connection

• Wireless network (802.11b/g compatible or later, not hidden)

• Computer on your network

• Network name

• Password (if secured)

Note: If your network is hidden, consult the owner's guide that

came with your router for instructions on how to make your
network visible. After the connection is complete you can
hide your network again.

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Setting Up Your Wave® SoundTouch™ Music System

System setup

Note: Before you start setting up this system, be sure to read

"Important setup options" on page 7.

1. Place the SoundTouch™ pedestal on a flat, stable surface.

2. Carefully set your Wave

SoundTouch

TM

pedestal.

• Make sure the rear feet of the Wave
the recesses on top of the SoundTouch

• Make sure the Wave
edges of both units are aligned.

Place rear feet
into recesses

3. Make the connections:

A. Insert the SoundTouch™ pedestal cable into the Bose link

connector.

B. Insert the small plug on the power cord into the connector

labeled AC Power.

C. Plug the other end into a live AC (mains) power outlet.

4. Unwind and straighten the power cord to ensure the best FM

radio reception. The power cord is used as an antenna.

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music system on top of the

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music system fit into

TM

pedestal.

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music system sits flat and the side

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SoundTouch™
pedestal

A

B

C

Setting the clock

After plugging in your Wave® SoundTouch™ music system, it is
easily operated using the remote control. Just aim the remote at
the front panel and press the necessary buttons.

To set the clock:

1. Press and hold either Time – or Time + for about 1 sec.

Note: Press-and-hold operations require holding the button down

for about one second.

Initially, HOLD TO SET appears on the display and then
quickly changes to – CLOCK SET – as the button is
depressed.

2. Release the selected Time button.

3. Press Time – to adjust the displayed time backward or press
Time + to adjust the displayed time forward until it matches

the current time. You can also press and hold for rapid
adjustment.

4. Wait five seconds for the system to exit the clock setup mode
automatically.

Note: To change the clock display from 12-hour (AM/PM)

time to 24-hour time, see "Changing the time format" on
page 23.

Note: If the Wave® SoundTouch

to a power outage or unplugging the unit to move it, all
system settings will be permanently retained. However, the
clock time will only be temporarily stored in backup memory
for up to 48 hours.

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music system loses power due

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Setting Up Your Wave® SoundTouch™ Music System

Adding the system to your Wi-Fi® network

Before you can use SoundTouch™ you must install the
SoundTouch™ app on a computer that is on your home network.
Next, you will use the app to connect the Wave
music 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™ for another

system, just launch the 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

Windows Media

®

computer where your music library is stored.

™

to play your iTunes® or

Player music library, use the

®

SoundTouch™

Connecting the system to your home
Wi-Fi network

1. Make sure you have set up your system by following the steps
in "System setup" on page 8.

2. Launch the app by double-clicking the SoundTouch

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.

3. When prompted by the app, plug the small end of the USB
cable into the SETUP A connector on the system.

USB cable

SETUP A

(provided)

™

icon.

2. Download and install the SoundTouch™ app on 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.

4. Plug the other end of the USB cable into a USB port on your
computer.

The app detects the system and instructs you to enter your
network credentials.

5. Follow the instructions on your computer to complete setup,
including creating a SoundTouch

™

account, locating your
music library, signing in to music services, exploring and
personalizing your presets.

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Operating Your Wave® SoundTouch™ Music System

Remote control

Your Wave® SoundTouch™ music system is easily operated
using the remote control. Just aim the remote at the display and
press the buttons. The remote normally works within 20 feet of
the display.

Power On/Off (Stop Alarm)

• Turns the power on or off (page 11).

• Stops a sounding alarm (page 18).

Radio

• Turns on the radio.

• Selects FM or AM (page 14).

Mute

• Press to silence audio (page 11).

• Press again to restore audio.

Volume

• Turns volume up or down (page 11).

Seek/Track

•

Press: Finds the next radio station with a

strong signal (page 14), or skips to next/
previous track for the SoundTouch™
(page 13) or CD source (page 15).

• Press and hold: Rapidly moves forward/
backward through radio frequencies with a
strong signal (page 14), or rapidly skips
through next/previous tracks for the
CD source (page 15).

Tune/MP3

•

Press: Skips to next/previous radio frequency

(page 14), or navigates between folders
when playing MP3 CDs (page 15).

• Press and hold: Rapidly moves forward/
backward through radio frequencies
(page 14), or scans forward/backward
through a CD (page 15).

Play Mode

• Selects shuffle and repeat CD play modes
(page 15).

• Turns TALK RADIO mode on or off for AM or
FM (page 14).

• Changes the display of digital radio station
information (page 15).

Alarm 1

• Turns Alarm 1
on or off
(page 17).

Note: Press-and-hold operations require holding the button down

for about one second.

Note: Pressing , , or automatically turns on the

®

Wave

SoundTouch™ music system to the selected source.

Sleep (Buzzer)

• Snoozes a sounding alarm (page 18).

• Sets unit to shut off automatically after

10-90 minutes (page 11).

• Selects Buzzer in Alarm Setup (page 17).

CD

• Turns on the CD player (page 15).

SoundTouch™ (AUX)

• Press to alternately select SoundTouch™
(page 12) or audio from an external
source connected to AUX IN (page 20).

Presets

•

Press: Recalls a stored radio station

(page 14) or a SoundTouch™ selection
(page 12).

• Press and hold: Stores a radio station
(page 14) or a SoundTouch™ selection
(page 12).

Stop/Eject

•

Press once: Stops a CD (page 15).

• Press again: Ejects a CD (page 15).

Play/Pause

• Plays/pauses a CD (page 15).

• Plays/pauses or plays/stops a

SoundTouch™ selection (page 12).

Time

• Sets clock time (page 8).

• When settings alarms, sets the alarm time

Alarm 2

• Turns Alarm 2
on or off
(page 17).

(page 17).

Alarm Setup (Menu)

•

Press once: Enters Alarm Setup (page 22).

• Press and hold: Enters the system setup
menu (page 22).

Touch pad

Your Wave® SoundTouchTM music system has a touch-sensitive
control under the top, front, center area of the top panel.

Momentarily placing your hand on the touch pad can turn your

®

Wave

SoundTouchTM music system on or off (page 11), snooze a

sounding alarm, and reset it for the next day (page 18).

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