Multilingual Quick Start Guide
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... ft (4.5 m) cable, visit Bose.com/BM500 or go to the bass module's x connector and the speaker's h connector (not the B connector). AUX IN USB BASS AUX IN USB BASS Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable (not provided) to your local electronics store. Once connected, the bass module powers on. ENGLISH | 5 BOSE TV SPEAKER (OR ALTERNATE WIRED SETUP FOR SOUNDBARS AND AMPLIFIER) a Place the bass module b Connect the bass module to power c Connect the bass module to the speaker POWER Keep at...
... ft (4.5 m) cable, visit Bose.com/BM500 or go to the bass module's x connector and the speaker's h connector (not the B connector). AUX IN USB BASS AUX IN USB BASS Connect a 3.5 mm audio cable (not provided) to your local electronics store. Once connected, the bass module powers on. ENGLISH | 5 BOSE TV SPEAKER (OR ALTERNATE WIRED SETUP FOR SOUNDBARS AND AMPLIFIER) a Place the bass module b Connect the bass module to power c Connect the bass module to the speaker POWER Keep at...
English Owners Guide 1
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... in networked standby if all wired N/A network ports are connected and all networks will enable standby mode. However, there is in specified power mode, at 230V/50Hz input < 2.0 W Network port deactivation/activation procedures. Deactivating all wireless network ports are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. This device complies with part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna...
... in networked standby if all wired N/A network ports are connected and all networks will enable standby mode. However, there is in specified power mode, at 230V/50Hz input < 2.0 W Network port deactivation/activation procedures. Deactivating all wireless network ports are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. This device complies with part 15 of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna...
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...., registered in the Bose Music app and connect the product to the Internet. No part of Wi-Fi Alliance®. Wi-Fi is under license. and any use of Google LLC. Google and Google Play are registered trademarks owned by Bose Corporation is a registered trademark of this work may be responsible for installing security updates that Bose makes available. The Bluetooth® word mark...
...., registered in the Bose Music app and connect the product to the Internet. No part of Wi-Fi Alliance®. Wi-Fi is under license. and any use of Google LLC. Google and Google Play are registered trademarks owned by Bose Corporation is a registered trademark of this work may be responsible for installing security updates that Bose makes available. The Bluetooth® word mark...
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Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support | 1 0 E N G Use the power cord for your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. NOTE: If any part of the product is damaged, do NOT use it. Contact your region. WHAT'S IN THE CARTON CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Bose Bass Module 500 Power cord* *May ship with multiple power cords.
Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support | 1 0 E N G Use the power cord for your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. NOTE: If any part of the product is damaged, do NOT use it. Contact your region. WHAT'S IN THE CARTON CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Bose Bass Module 500 Power cord* *May ship with multiple power cords.
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...'t access or have trouble connecting using the Bose Music app, see "Troubleshooting" on your soundbar or speaker. NOTE: If you connect the bass module depends on page 20. Choose your soundbar's remote (see page 15). Bose TV Speaker (or alternate wired setup for soundbars ) Connect using an audio cable (not provided) (see page 14). Connect using the Bose Music app (see page 16). | 1 3 E N G SOUNDBAR OR SPEAKER Bose Smart Soundbar (voice...
...'t access or have trouble connecting using the Bose Music app, see "Troubleshooting" on your soundbar or speaker. NOTE: If you connect the bass module depends on page 20. Choose your soundbar's remote (see page 15). Bose TV Speaker (or alternate wired setup for soundbars ) Connect using an audio cable (not provided) (see page 14). Connect using the Bose Music app (see page 16). | 1 3 E N G SOUNDBAR OR SPEAKER Bose Smart Soundbar (voice...
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LIGHT ACTIVITY Solid white Blinking white Solid amber Blinking amber Off Blinking red SYSTEM STATE Connected to the soundbar or speaker Downloading a software update Network standby (wireless connection) Ready to connect to the soundbar or speaker Power-saving mode (wired connection) Error - contact Bose customer service | 1 8 E N G BASS MODULE STATUS STATUS LIGHT The light on the back of the module shows system status.
LIGHT ACTIVITY Solid white Blinking white Solid amber Blinking amber Off Blinking red SYSTEM STATE Connected to the soundbar or speaker Downloading a software update Network standby (wireless connection) Ready to connect to the soundbar or speaker Power-saving mode (wired connection) Error - contact Bose customer service | 1 8 E N G BASS MODULE STATUS STATUS LIGHT The light on the back of the module shows system status.
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...use any sprays near the bass module. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer service. To register your limited warranty rights. | 1 9 E N G Do NOT use any solvents, chemicals or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support LIMITED WARRANTY Your bass...spill onto the bass module or into any openings. Do NOT allow liquids to drop into any openings. Visit our website at global.Bose.com/warranty for instructions. CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEAN THE BASS MODULE Clean ...
...use any sprays near the bass module. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer service. To register your limited warranty rights. | 1 9 E N G Do NOT use any solvents, chemicals or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support LIMITED WARRANTY Your bass...spill onto the bass module or into any openings. Do NOT allow liquids to drop into any openings. Visit our website at global.Bose.com/warranty for instructions. CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEAN THE BASS MODULE Clean ...
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... audio calibration. For more information, refer to your soundbar owner's guide (see page 25). Move the bass module away from nearby walls and corners. | 2 2 E N G TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM SOLUTION Bass is connected to the Bose Smart Soundbar 300. If you no longer have the ADAPTiQ headset (provided with your soundbar or speaker owner's guide (see page 25). If the bass module is too heavy or low Adjust the bass...
... audio calibration. For more information, refer to your soundbar owner's guide (see page 25). Move the bass module away from nearby walls and corners. | 2 2 E N G TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM SOLUTION Bass is connected to the Bose Smart Soundbar 300. If you no longer have the ADAPTiQ headset (provided with your soundbar or speaker owner's guide (see page 25). If the bass module is too heavy or low Adjust the bass...
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Visit: Bose Smart Soundbar: worldwide.Bose.com/Support Bose TV Speaker: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/TVS SoundTouch 300 soundbar: global.Bose.com/Support/ST300 | 2 5 E N G REFERENCE ACCESS YOUR SOUNDBAR OR SPEAKER OWNER'S GUIDE For instructions and troubleshooting specific to your soundbar or speaker, refer to your soundbar or speaker owner's guide.
Visit: Bose Smart Soundbar: worldwide.Bose.com/Support Bose TV Speaker: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/TVS SoundTouch 300 soundbar: global.Bose.com/Support/ST300 | 2 5 E N G REFERENCE ACCESS YOUR SOUNDBAR OR SPEAKER OWNER'S GUIDE For instructions and troubleshooting specific to your soundbar or speaker, refer to your soundbar or speaker owner's guide.
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... is under license from Bose. and any use of such marks by Bose Corporation is a service mark of Apple Inc. This product contains the iHeartRadio service. QuickSet is protected by going to worldwide.Bose.com/ProductRegistration Security Information This product is capable of receiving automatic security updates from Dolby Laboratories. Use of the Works with Apple badge means that Bose makes available. Copyright ©...
... is under license from Bose. and any use of such marks by Bose Corporation is a service mark of Apple Inc. This product contains the iHeartRadio service. QuickSet is protected by going to worldwide.Bose.com/ProductRegistration Security Information This product is capable of receiving automatic security updates from Dolby Laboratories. Use of the Works with Apple badge means that Bose makes available. Copyright ©...
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......16 Adjust audio for wall mounting 17 SET UP THE SOUNDBAR Connect the soundbar to power...18 Network standby...18 BOSE APP SETUP Download the Bose app...19 EXISTING BOSE APP USERS Add the soundbar to an existing account 20 Connect to a different Wi-Fi® network 20 SOUNDBAR CONTROLS Remote functions...21 Power on/off...22 Auto-wake (optical connection only 22 Sources...23 Media playback and volume...24 Voice assistant controls...25 Adjust the audio...25...
......16 Adjust audio for wall mounting 17 SET UP THE SOUNDBAR Connect the soundbar to power...18 Network standby...18 BOSE APP SETUP Download the Bose app...19 EXISTING BOSE APP USERS Add the soundbar to an existing account 20 Connect to a different Wi-Fi® network 20 SOUNDBAR CONTROLS Remote functions...21 Power on/off...22 Auto-wake (optical connection only 22 Sources...23 Media playback and volume...24 Voice assistant controls...25 Adjust the audio...25...
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You can use the Microphone off (see page 26). ADJUST THE AUDIO To adjust the bass, treble, center channel, height channel, and surround channels, use your voice to turn the microphone off button n to control Amazon Alexa (see page 27). You use the Action button b to control Amazon Alexa (page 27). Microphone off button Action button TIP: You can also use the Bose app. SOUNDBAR CONTROLS VOICE ASSISTANT CONTROLS You can access these options from the Settings menu. | 2 5 E N G
You can use the Microphone off (see page 26). ADJUST THE AUDIO To adjust the bass, treble, center channel, height channel, and surround channels, use your voice to turn the microphone off button n to control Amazon Alexa (see page 27). You use the Action button b to control Amazon Alexa (page 27). Microphone off button Action button TIP: You can also use the Bose app. SOUNDBAR CONTROLS VOICE ASSISTANT CONTROLS You can access these options from the Settings menu. | 2 5 E N G
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... can access this option from a specific audio service Play NPR on TuneIn. NOTE: Amazon Alexa doesn't support all languages and countries. Use your voice Start with "Alexa," then say: THINGS TO TRY Talk to control your smart home, just by location. • When setting up . NOTE: Amazon Music is as easy as the default music service. Skip to control your music and much more . NOTES...
... can access this option from a specific audio service Play NPR on TuneIn. NOTE: Amazon Alexa doesn't support all languages and countries. Use your voice Start with "Alexa," then say: THINGS TO TRY Talk to control your smart home, just by location. • When setting up . NOTE: Amazon Music is as easy as the default music service. Skip to control your music and much more . NOTES...
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...; is only available for TV, cable, and satellite boxes. Skip video forward Next. Skip video backward Previous. Switch input to HDMI TV input Switch to Bluetooth. Power off TV Turn off TV. Pause video Pause. Use your voice Start with just your voice. Play video Play. Set up Voice4Video™ To set up Voice4Video™, use the Bose app. Resume video Resume. AMAZON ALEXA CONTROL AUDIO WITH BOSE VOICE4VIDEO™ Bose Voice4Video™ technology expands your...
...; is only available for TV, cable, and satellite boxes. Skip video forward Next. Skip video backward Previous. Switch input to HDMI TV input Switch to Bluetooth. Power off TV Turn off TV. Pause video Pause. Use your voice Start with just your voice. Play video Play. Set up Voice4Video™ To set up Voice4Video™, use the Bose app. Resume video Resume. AMAZON ALEXA CONTROL AUDIO WITH BOSE VOICE4VIDEO™ Bose Voice4Video™ technology expands your...
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... can keep using your voice, use multi-room casting with a Google Assistant-enabled device connected to search, play My Workout playlist on . If multiple soundbars have a Google Assistant-enabled device and Wi-Fi connection. • Support for other things - WORKS WITH GOOGLE ASSISTANT ACCESS GOOGLE ASSISTANT The soundbar is your remote. • Simply tap the Cast button from apps you...
... can keep using your voice, use multi-room casting with a Google Assistant-enabled device connected to search, play My Workout playlist on . If multiple soundbars have a Google Assistant-enabled device and Wi-Fi connection. • Support for other things - WORKS WITH GOOGLE ASSISTANT ACCESS GOOGLE ASSISTANT The soundbar is your remote. • Simply tap the Cast button from apps you...
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... you need depends on the audio output ports available on your TV If your TV is connected to a cable or satellite box, connect the HMDI cable from the soundbar, optional bass module, and optional surround speakers. TROUBLESHOOTING TRY THESE SOLUTIONS FIRST If you experience problems with the soundbar: • Make sure the soundbar is connected to a live AC (mains) outlet. | 4 6 E N G Unplug the power cords for proper operation. • Make...
... you need depends on the audio output ports available on your TV If your TV is connected to a cable or satellite box, connect the HMDI cable from the soundbar, optional bass module, and optional surround speakers. TROUBLESHOOTING TRY THESE SOLUTIONS FIRST If you experience problems with the soundbar: • Make sure the soundbar is connected to a live AC (mains) outlet. | 4 6 E N G Unplug the power cords for proper operation. • Make...
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...). Switch to the soundbar using a compatible Bluetooth mobile device. Update the TV software. Check the Advanced CEC setting in your bass module or surround speakers owner's guide for the soundbar and optional bass module or surround speakers, wait 30 seconds, and plug them into a port on your mobile device. For more information, visit: support.Bose.com/SB600_CEC Soundbar doesn't connect to bass module or surround speakers Refer to the HDMI ARC port. Make sure...
...). Switch to the soundbar using a compatible Bluetooth mobile device. Update the TV software. Check the Advanced CEC setting in your bass module or surround speakers owner's guide for the soundbar and optional bass module or surround speakers, wait 30 seconds, and plug them into a port on your mobile device. For more information, visit: support.Bose.com/SB600_CEC Soundbar doesn't connect to bass module or surround speakers Refer to the HDMI ARC port. Make sure...
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... is connected to the soundbar using the Bose app (see page 23). Refer to CEC by a different name. Adjust the bass level using the optical cable (see page 25). Decrease your TV volume to your TV owner's guide. Power off your TV speakers. TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM No audio from bass module or surround speakers Sound is c oming from TV speaker Poor or distorted audio SOLUTION Make sure your bass module or surround speakers are compatible...
... is connected to the soundbar using the Bose app (see page 23). Refer to CEC by a different name. Adjust the bass level using the optical cable (see page 25). Decrease your TV volume to your TV owner's guide. Power off your TV speakers. TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM No audio from bass module or surround speakers Sound is c oming from TV speaker Poor or distorted audio SOLUTION Make sure your bass module or surround speakers are compatible...
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... power cords for setup. If connecting to the main screen and add the soundbar. Soundbar doesn't connect with Bluetooth device On your mobile device, turn the Bluetooth feature off and then on your source. Make sure you for setup, go to a different network and the app doesn't prompt you 're using for the soundbar and optional bass module or surround speakers, wait 30 seconds, and firmly plug...
... power cords for setup. If connecting to the main screen and add the soundbar. Soundbar doesn't connect with Bluetooth device On your mobile device, turn the Bluetooth feature off and then on your source. Make sure you for setup, go to a different network and the app doesn't prompt you 're using for the soundbar and optional bass module or surround speakers, wait 30 seconds, and firmly plug...
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... Alexa is powered on the microphone, see page 26). Remove Alexa from the Control Center. If multiple soundbars have entered your postal code and service provider for your mobile device to your mobile device is connected using the HDMI cable (see page 22). Make sure you are added periodically. Make sure your Apple device and your soundbar is available. For additional support, visit: https...
... Alexa is powered on the microphone, see page 26). Remove Alexa from the Control Center. If multiple soundbars have entered your postal code and service provider for your mobile device to your mobile device is connected using the HDMI cable (see page 22). Make sure you are added periodically. Make sure your Apple device and your soundbar is available. For additional support, visit: https...
