Learn how to set up your product, connect components and enjoy the benefits of all its features.
Entering Setup mode lets you connect a device to the Wi-Fi network broadcast by the Bose system. This is useful for system set up and diagnostics.
Your product has an audio input to accomodate the connection of another device. Learn how to switch inputs on your product to hear the different sound sources you have connected.
Connecting your product to a wireless network lets you access streaming music services, group multiple Bose products, control your product and settings from the Bose app and more. Find out how to connect your product to a network using the normal or alternate method and how to update the network name and password stored by your product.
Find out how to safely connect your product to a power source.
We'll guide you through sending audio from your device to your speaker.
The AC clip (power outlet prongs) on your power supply are replaceable so you can use the power supply in different regions. Find out how to attach the AC clip to your power supply.
A reset can reboot your product or it can clear locally-stored product settings, such as paired device lists. Find out which option is available to reset your product.
Serial numbers contain important information about your product, including model number and DOM (Date of Manufacture). The serial number can be found on your product, product packaging or app (if applicable).
Entering Setup mode lets you connect a device to the Wi-Fi network broadcast by the Bose system. This is useful for system set up and diagnostics.
Software and firmware updates improve product features and stability. Install any available updates to keep your product working at its best.
Installing the latest product and/or app updates ensures you experience the latest features and stability enhancements. Find out how to check the version of your product.
Determining the operating system running on your computer helps you understand compatibility with other products.
Connecting your computer to your wireless network lets you use the Bose computer app with your Bose Wi-Fi systems. For example, you can access music stored on your computer and control your systems from the Bose app.
Apple AirPlay technology lets you wirelessly play audio from an AirPlay device (i.e. an iPhone or compatible app) and hear it through an AirPlay-compatible speaker—like your Bose speaker. For AirPlay to work, be sure both the device and the speaker are connected to the same network.
If you don't know the name of your network but you have a computer that is connected to that network, you can find the network name using the computer.
If you forgot or need to find the password for your Wi-Fi network, you can retrieve the password from a computer that is connected to that network as long as you have adminstrator access to the computer.
Find out how to check the battery level of your product using the product lights or the Bose app, if applicable.
The battery in your product can be removed so you can insert a new battery if your battery weakens or dies. Find out how to access and replace the battery.
Find out how to charge the battery in your product so you can use it on the go.
Find out what the LED indicator light on your product tells you about the status of your product.
The Wi-Fi capability of your product can be enabled and disabled. This is useful for situations in which limited system functionality is needed (e.g. if you only plan to use auxiliary input).
The System Information screen provides information about your system, like serial number, software version, remote control information and more. This information can be useful when registering or getting support on your product.
Your remote control works on battery power. When the batteries weaken, the remote can stop working or work intermittently. Learn how to open the battery compartment to remove and insert new batteries.
Your product has an audio input to accomodate the connection of another device. Learn how to switch inputs on your product to hear the different sound sources you have connected.
This article outlines software and firmware release dates. It includes release features and bug fixes.
Find out how to safely connect your product to a power source.
If looking to use a power inverter with your product, note the following: