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...affect wireless performance. English AirPlay, Apple iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, iTunes, Mac, and OS X are trademarks of Bose Corporation in SJ/T 11363-2006. SoundTouch and the wireless note design are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in SJ/T 11363-2006. Safety Names and Contents of... Please complete and retain for iPad" mean that the use of Google, Inc. and other countries. 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 records. Wi-Fi is ...
...affect wireless performance. English AirPlay, Apple iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, iTunes, Mac, and OS X are trademarks of Bose Corporation in SJ/T 11363-2006. SoundTouch and the wireless note design are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in SJ/T 11363-2006. Safety Names and Contents of... Please complete and retain for iPad" mean that the use of Google, Inc. and other countries. 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 records. Wi-Fi is ...
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...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 11 Installing the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier 13 Installing the SoundTouch...™ wireless adapter 14 Connecting speakers to the SA-4 amplifier 14 Controlling the System using the App Using the SoundTouch...
...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 11 Installing the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier 13 Installing the SoundTouch...™ wireless adapter 14 Connecting speakers to the SA-4 amplifier 14 Controlling the System using the App Using the SoundTouch...
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... 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: Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ controller 33 Appendix E: Using a desktop computer to connect...
... 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: Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ controller 33 Appendix E: Using a desktop computer to connect...
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... - even connects to outdoor speakers. (Although the amplifier itself must remain inside and dry.) • Bose® patented signal processing automatically adjusts the tonal balance, enabling full, rich lows at nearly all listening levels. • SoundTouch™ controller provides control from up to 70 feet... sound into any room or outdoor space streamed wirelessly over your home Wi-Fi® network. Introduction About your SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier is an elegant way to your choice of the system (SETUP A and SETUP B) are not designed to your...
... - even connects to outdoor speakers. (Although the amplifier itself must remain inside and dry.) • Bose® patented signal processing automatically adjusts the tonal balance, enabling full, rich lows at nearly all listening levels. • SoundTouch™ controller provides control from up to 70 feet... sound into any room or outdoor space streamed wirelessly over your home Wi-Fi® network. Introduction About your SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier is an elegant way to your choice of the system (SETUP A and SETUP B) are not designed to your...
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... to the system until after you have launched the SoundTouch™ app. Use only the supplied AC (mains) power cord. Contact Bose customer service for transporting or storing the system. English - 9 The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier includes the appropriate AC (mains) power cord for...power (mains) outlet, DO NOT alter the plug in the carton for your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier SoundTouch™ wireless adapter USB cable AC (mains) power cord SoundTouch™ controller Save the carton and packing materials for assistance.
... to the system until after you have launched the SoundTouch™ app. Use only the supplied AC (mains) power cord. Contact Bose customer service for transporting or storing the system. English - 9 The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier includes the appropriate AC (mains) power cord for...power (mains) outlet, DO NOT alter the plug in the carton for your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier SoundTouch™ wireless adapter USB cable AC (mains) power cord SoundTouch™ controller Save the carton and packing materials for assistance.
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...system to your Wi-Fi network. Connect the wireless adapter to the BoseLink INPUT connector on the back of the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier. 5. Plug the other end of the SA-4 amplifier. 4. Launch the app by the app, plug the power cord into the AC POWER connector on the back ...The first time the app launches, it guides you to connect the system. 2. Place the SA-4 amplifier on your home Wi-Fi® network 1. Setting up the system on a sturdy surface, close to an AC (mains) power source. 3. When prompted by double-clicking the SoundTouch™ app icon. English - 11
...system to your Wi-Fi network. Connect the wireless adapter to the BoseLink INPUT connector on the back of the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier. 5. Plug the other end of the SA-4 amplifier. 4. Launch the app by the app, plug the power cord into the AC POWER connector on the back ...The first time the app launches, it guides you to connect the system. 2. Place the SA-4 amplifier on your home Wi-Fi® network 1. Setting up the system on a sturdy surface, close to an AC (mains) power source. 3. When prompted by double-clicking the SoundTouch™ app icon. English - 11
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... your network. 12 - Note: Leave the wireless adapter connected to the SA-4 amplifier, and the amplifier connected to connect the speakers. Setting up the System 6. Follow the instructions on the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter. SoundTouch™ wireless adapter SETUP A connector 7. When finished, disconnect the SA-4 amplifier from the computer. The app instructs you move the system to...
... your network. 12 - Note: Leave the wireless adapter connected to the SA-4 amplifier, and the amplifier connected to connect the speakers. Setting up the System 6. Follow the instructions on the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter. SoundTouch™ wireless adapter SETUP A connector 7. When finished, disconnect the SA-4 amplifier from the computer. The app instructs you move the system to...
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... that the wireless adapter is within range of fine furniture. The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier weighs 11 lbs (5 kg). CAUTIONS: • The SA-4 amplifier must be placed on a floor, on a shelf, or mounted on a wall. Like all electrical equipment, it , such ... be close to your SA-4 amplifier. Setting up the System Installing the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier Locate the SA-4 amplifier indoors, close to an AC (mains) power outlet. See page 30 for use the SA-4 amplifier in recreational vehicles, or on boats. • DO NOT mount the SA-4 amplifier on any heat-sensitive surface...
... that the wireless adapter is within range of fine furniture. The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier weighs 11 lbs (5 kg). CAUTIONS: • The SA-4 amplifier must be placed on a floor, on a shelf, or mounted on a wall. Like all electrical equipment, it , such ... be close to your SA-4 amplifier. Setting up the System Installing the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier Locate the SA-4 amplifier indoors, close to an AC (mains) power outlet. See page 30 for use the SA-4 amplifier in recreational vehicles, or on boats. • DO NOT mount the SA-4 amplifier on any heat-sensitive surface...
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...to a minimum and to increase the strength of the Wi-Fi signal, install the wireless adapter outside of the SoundTouch™ controller. Disconnect the SA-4 amplifier from metal objects. Remove the terminal block connector from the SPEAKER OUTPUTS connector on page 27. 1. Connecting speakers ...to the equipment. • The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier requires a 6-ohm minimum load. English Often, one wire is marked (striped, colored, or ribbed), indicating it should be ...
...to a minimum and to increase the strength of the Wi-Fi signal, install the wireless adapter outside of the SoundTouch™ controller. Disconnect the SA-4 amplifier from metal objects. Remove the terminal block connector from the SPEAKER OUTPUTS connector on page 27. 1. Connecting speakers ...to the equipment. • The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier requires a 6-ohm minimum load. English Often, one wire is marked (striped, colored, or ribbed), indicating it should be ...
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Getting system information Indicators on the connector panel. SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier indicator The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier has an indicator on the amplifier and the Wi-Fi adapter show system information. • Amplifier indicator: shows system state • Wi-Fi indicator: shows Wi-Fi status (see page 20). On the device, tap or click (assigned during setup). and...
Getting system information Indicators on the connector panel. SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier indicator The SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier has an indicator on the amplifier and the Wi-Fi adapter show system information. • Amplifier indicator: shows system state • Wi-Fi indicator: shows Wi-Fi status (see page 20). On the device, tap or click (assigned during setup). and...
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... panel. Using the System SoundTouch™ wireless adapter Wi-Fi® indicator The SoundTouch™ wireless adapter is located on and connected to Wi-Fi network System in alternate setup mode (see page 22) Disconnected from Wi-Fi network Firmware error - The Wi-Fi indicator is powered by the SA-4 amplifier. English
... panel. Using the System SoundTouch™ wireless adapter Wi-Fi® indicator The SoundTouch™ wireless adapter is located on and connected to Wi-Fi network System in alternate setup mode (see page 22) Disconnected from Wi-Fi network Firmware error - The Wi-Fi indicator is powered by the SA-4 amplifier. English
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...on page 24. • Try connecting to the network using an Ethernet cable. • Make sure the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter is plugged into the BoseLink INPUT connector and the SA-4 amplifier is connected to AC (mains) power. • Ensure network name and password are correct. • ... TO A WI-FI NETWORK. 5. reconnect after one minute. • Ensure system and AirPlay device are on your computer. Launch the SoundTouch™ app. 2. Problem Cannot complete network setup Cannot connect to network Intermittent or no audio from possible interference and closer to the wireless...
...on page 24. • Try connecting to the network using an Ethernet cable. • Make sure the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter is plugged into the BoseLink INPUT connector and the SA-4 amplifier is connected to AC (mains) power. • Ensure network name and password are correct. • ... TO A WI-FI NETWORK. 5. reconnect after one minute. • Ensure system and AirPlay device are on your computer. Launch the SoundTouch™ app. 2. Problem Cannot complete network setup Cannot connect to network Intermittent or no audio from possible interference and closer to the wireless...
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...mode. Check the speaker cable connections. Reconnect to the SA-4 amplifier. This engages automatically if the amplifier overheats. Reconnect the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter. If the speaker now plays, the problem is weak Interference SoundTouch™ controller does not adjust the volume Volume suddenly ... (mains) power outlet is powered. • Make sure content is selected via the SoundTouch™ app. • Disconnect the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter cable from the SA-4 amplifier for the speaker that does not play to the other audio/video components, and direct ...
...mode. Check the speaker cable connections. Reconnect to the SA-4 amplifier. This engages automatically if the amplifier overheats. Reconnect the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter. If the speaker now plays, the problem is weak Interference SoundTouch™ controller does not adjust the volume Volume suddenly ... (mains) power outlet is powered. • Make sure content is selected via the SoundTouch™ app. • Disconnect the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter cable from the SA-4 amplifier for the speaker that does not play to the other audio/video components, and direct ...
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... your SoundTouch™ system. Care and Maintenance Cleaning CAUTION: Disconnect the power cord from the outside of the limited warranty are provided on the product registration card that is covered by a limited warranty. Details of the enclosure. English To clean the SA-4 amplifier, use... any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. Customer service For additional help using the system, contact Bose customer service.
... your SoundTouch™ system. Care and Maintenance Cleaning CAUTION: Disconnect the power cord from the outside of the limited warranty are provided on the product registration card that is covered by a limited warranty. Details of the enclosure. English To clean the SA-4 amplifier, use... any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. Customer service For additional help using the system, contact Bose customer service.
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... deep x 4¼ in . Temperature range 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 15 kHz, with no more than 0.5% THD. wide x 5½ in . Technical Information SoundTouch™ SA-4 Amplifier Features • Bose® proprietary digital signal processing technology • Built-in digital volume control • Thermal overload protection Dimensions and Weight • 14¼ in.
... deep x 4¼ in . Temperature range 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 15 kHz, with no more than 0.5% THD. wide x 5½ in . Technical Information SoundTouch™ SA-4 Amplifier Features • Bose® proprietary digital signal processing technology • Built-in digital volume control • Thermal overload protection Dimensions and Weight • 14¼ in.
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...Down Down Down Up Indicator BoseLink INPUT BoseLink OUTPUT The green indicator shows the operational state of the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier can be set to the SA-4 amplifier. VCA Local volume control connector. Connect only unpowered speakers. The remaining six switches should remain in...size, see "Speaker cable recommendations" on page 19. Used for information on the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier. This is required. Contact your Bose dealer or call Bose customer service for connecting the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter to stereo (Switch A up) or mono (Switch A down...
...Down Down Down Up Indicator BoseLink INPUT BoseLink OUTPUT The green indicator shows the operational state of the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier can be set to the SA-4 amplifier. VCA Local volume control connector. Connect only unpowered speakers. The remaining six switches should remain in...size, see "Speaker cable recommendations" on page 19. Used for information on the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier. This is required. Contact your Bose dealer or call Bose customer service for connecting the SoundTouch™ wireless adapter to stereo (Switch A up) or mono (Switch A down...
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... with the connector panel facing left . Remove rubber feet from the SA-4 amplifier. Insert and tighten screws (and anchors, if used). 30 - English To mark mounting hole locations, hold the SA-4 amplifier in position and mark the wall through the holes in the housing....173; with the connector panel facing up . Drill holes. 4. Use these instructions to mount the amplifier on the wall. 2. Appendices Appendix B: Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier Vertical orientation Horizontal orientation Connector panel is facing up . 1. Follow these holes to wall mount your...
... with the connector panel facing left . Remove rubber feet from the SA-4 amplifier. Insert and tighten screws (and anchors, if used). 30 - English To mark mounting hole locations, hold the SA-4 amplifier in position and mark the wall through the holes in the housing....173; with the connector panel facing up . Drill holes. 4. Use these instructions to mount the amplifier on the wall. 2. Appendices Appendix B: Wall mounting the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier Vertical orientation Horizontal orientation Connector panel is facing up . 1. Follow these holes to wall mount your...
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After making the network connection, you are done, disconnect the amplifier from your computer and AC (mains) power and permanently install the SA-4 amplifier. When you can test the system to make sure everything works. See "Installing the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier" on page 13. When you to do so. 34 ... the system to AC (mains) power, it reconnects to your network. The diagram below shows how to temporarily set up your SA-4 amplifier and SoundTouch™ wireless adapter near the computer to set up the network connection. English Once you have the components in place, follow the...
After making the network connection, you are done, disconnect the amplifier from your computer and AC (mains) power and permanently install the SA-4 amplifier. When you can test the system to make sure everything works. See "Installing the SoundTouch™ SA-4 amplifier" on page 13. When you to do so. 34 ... the system to AC (mains) power, it reconnects to your network. The diagram below shows how to temporarily set up your SA-4 amplifier and SoundTouch™ wireless adapter near the computer to set up the network connection. English Once you have the components in place, follow the...