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ADAPTiQ

®

Performing the ADAPTiQ

®

 calibration

What you need:

SoundTouch

 controller

ADAPTiQ

®

 headset

The ADAPTiQ

®

 audio calibration system customizes the sound of your system to 

the acoustics of your listening area.

Note: 

 You must complete SoundTouch

 setup before performing ADAPTiQ

®

 audio 

calibration. See “Adding the system to your Wi-Fi

®

 network” on page 10.

To perform a calibration, you need about ten minutes when the room is quiet.  

While wearing the special headset, the system prompts you to sit in five different 

locations in your listening area as the system takes measurements in each one. 

Audio prompts from the system guide you through the process.

1. 

Plug the ADAPTiQ

®

 headset into the 

Audio IN

 connectors in the back  

of the Acoustimass

®

 module. Be sure to match the colors, red-to-red  

and white-to-white.

Right (R, red)

Left (L, white)

ADAPTiQ

® 

headset

2. 

Put the headset on your head so the left and right sensors rest above your 

ears. This headset allows the system to hear exactly what you hear.

Summary of Contents for Soundtouch Stereo JC

Page 1: ...Owner s Guide ...

Page 2: ...odel number Danger of explosion if battery or batteries is incorrectly replaced Use only AA batteries IEC LR06 Do not place any naked flame 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...

Page 3: ...try 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 includin...

Page 4: ...tries A personal computer is required for system setup A home Wi Fi network and Internet access are required 2013 Bose Corporation No part of this work may be reproduced modified distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission Please complete and retain for your records The serial and model numbers can be found on the product label of the system Acoustimass serial and model numbers ...

Page 5: ...pter 16 Controlling the System using the App Using the SoundTouch app 17 Getting help 17 Downloading the app for your mobile device 18 Controlling the system from another computer 18 Using the System Playing music with the SoundTouch controller 19 Using the SoundTouch controller 19 Playing an AirPlay stream from an AirPlay compatible device 20 Getting system information 20 SoundTouch wireless adap...

Page 6: ...ting 26 Cleaning 28 Customer service 28 Limited warranty information 28 Technical Information SoundTouch Acoustimass Module 29 Jewel Cube Speakers 29 SoundTouch wireless adapter 29 Appendices Appendix A Acoustimass connector panel 30 Appendix B Wall mounting the SoundTouch wireless adapter 31 Appendix C Wall mounting the SoundTouch controller 32 Appendix D Using a desktop computer to connect to th...

Page 7: ... 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 app for your computer smartphone or tablet provides more powerful control Simply add additional systems at any time for a multi room listening experience Wide selection of Bose audio systems lets you choose the right solution for any r...

Page 8: ... for superior clear sound SoundTouch controller provides control from up to 70 feet 21 m away Six presets deliver your music with just one touch SoundTouch wireless adapter enables Wi Fi access to your home network An Ethernet connector enables wired access to your home network Stream your music via AirPlay from your Apple devices USB connectors for network setup The USB connectors on the back of ...

Page 9: ...ouch controller 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 Stereo JC Wi Fi music system 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...

Page 10: ...s 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 to play your iTunes or Windows Media Player music library use the co...

Page 11: ...tructs you to connect the system 2 Place the Acoustimass module on a sturdy surface close to an AC mains power source 3 Connect the wireless adapter to the Bose link connector on the back of the Acoustimass module SoundTouch wireless adapter Bose link connector Acoustimass module 4 When prompted by the app plug the power cord into the AC POWER connector on the back of the Acoustimass module 5 Plug...

Page 12: ...ter your network credentials 8 Follow the instructions on your computer to complete setup including creating a SoundTouch account locating your music library signing in to music services exploring music personalizing your presets and connecting to the SoundTouch controller 9 When finished disconnect the Acoustimass module from AC mains power and prepare to connect the speakers When you move the sy...

Page 13: ...ount Jewel Cube speakers on a wall or on floor stands To purchase wall mounting brackets or floor stands contact your local Bose dealer or visit www Bose com 1 Place the Jewel Cube speakers on a sturdy level surface one to your left and one to your right 6 12 feet 1 8 3 6 m apart At about ear height when seated Within 20 feet 6 1 m maximum speaker cable length from the Acoustimass module Near the ...

Page 14: ...This can cause it to overheat 2 Place the Acoustimass module on the floor at the same end of the room as the Jewel Cube speakers Standing upright BEST or laying on either side ALTERNATE With the front opening facing into the room Close to an AC mains outlet At least 18 inches 45 cm from any TV to avoid magnetic interference with the TV image Move it farther away if you still notice interference No...

Page 15: ...ay connector on the Acoustimass module 2 Insert the other end of the left L gray speaker cable into the left Jewel Cube speaker connector 3 Insert the right R blue speaker cable plug into the right R blue connector on the Acoustimass module 4 Insert the other end of the right R blue speaker cable into the right Jewel Cube speaker connector 5 Reconnect the Acoustimass module power cord to AC mains ...

Page 16: ...usic system It must remain in range of the Wi Fi router and within 70 feet 21 m of the SoundTouch controller To keep interference to a minimum and to increase the strength of the Wi Fi signal place the wireless adapter outside of and away from metal cabinets away from other audio video components and away from direct heat sources See page 31 for wall mounting instructions ...

Page 17: ...ork using the SoundTouch app you are ready to explore streaming music and to personalize your presets Getting help If you need more information on using the system use Help Tips or Online help Help Tips After setup is complete helpful tips appear on the screen based on the task you are trying to complete These tips instruct you how to use the system including how to personalize your presets To act...

Page 18: ...m the App Store For Android users download the SoundTouch controller app from the Google Play Store Controlling the system from another computer Once you set up the SoundTouch system on your home Wi Fi network you can control the system from any computer on the same network 1 On the computer where you want to control the system open a browser and go to http www Bose com soundtouch_app 2 Download i...

Page 19: ...ctive wireless devices in the home may affect range Ideally there should be no more than one wall or ceiling between the controller and the wireless adapter Volume ring Presets ring Skip forward Screen Skip backward SoundTouch icon Using the SoundTouch controller Press a preset to play it Press and hold a preset to personalize it Move your finger around the Presets ring to view presets Turn the Vo...

Page 20: ...ystem name assigned during setup 3 Start playing music from a music app Getting system information The Wi Fi adapter shows system information via the Wi Fi indicator SoundTouch wireless adapter Wi Fi indicator The SoundTouch wireless adapter is powered by the Acoustimass module The Wi Fi indicator is located on the connector panel SoundTouch wireless adapter Wi Fi indicator Indicator activity Syst...

Page 21: ...oundTouch system Playing a preset Once you personalize your presets using the app press a preset on the SoundTouch controller to play it If you have not set your presets launch the app and set your presets For help refer to the Help system in the app When music plays on the system information appears on the controller s screen which may include an icon song or station depending on the source Setti...

Page 22: ...bout ten minutes when the room is quiet While wearing the special headset the system prompts you to sit in five different locations in your listening area as the system takes measurements in each one Audio prompts from the system guide you through the process 1 Plug the ADAPTiQ headset into the Audio IN connectors in the back of the Acoustimass module Be sure to match the colors red to red and whi...

Page 23: ...Click the screen on the SoundTouch controller to continue in the selected language 6 Follow the audio prompts to complete the process During the process If you get interrupted and are temporarily called away from the system you can return within ten minutes and continue After ten minutes the system cancels the calibration process and returns to normal operation leaving your system unchanged To can...

Page 24: ...and join the Bose SoundTouch Wi Fi network 3 Open a browser and type http 192 168 1 1 in the address field The Wi Fi setup window appears on the screen 4 Select your home Wi Fi network from the drop down list 5 Enter your password if required and tap or click Connect The system attempts to connect to your home Wi Fi network The SoundTouch wireless adapter Wi Fi indicator temporarily blinks white a...

Page 25: ... enables wire less connectivity and AirPlay 1 Press and hold the Control button on the back of the SoundTouch wireless adapter for 6 10 seconds 2 When the Wi Fi indicator turns off release the Control button Re enabling Wi Fi capability To enable Wi Fi press the Control button on the back of the SoundTouch wireless adapter ...

Page 26: ...onnect to network If your network has changed or to connect your system to another network see Adding a Wi Fi network Try connecting to the network using an Ethernet cable Intermittent or no audio from SoundTouch Make sure the SoundTouch wireless adapter is plugged into the Bose link connector Move the SoundTouch wireless adapter away from possible interference such as microwaves cordless phones m...

Page 27: ... three minutes Reconnect the SoundTouch wireless adapter Reconnect power to the Acoustimass module Only one speaker plays Check wires connected to the speaker that does not play Make sure the wires are in good condition and are firmly con nected at both ends One speaker still does not play Disconnect the wires from the speaker and from the Acoustimass module Disconnect the other cable from its spe...

Page 28: ...gs Customer service For additional help using the system contact Bose customer service See the contact list included with your SoundTouch Stereo JC Wi Fi music system Limited warranty information Your SoundTouch Stereo JC Wi Fi music system is covered by a limited war ranty Details of the limited warranty are provided on the product registration card included in the carton Please refer to the card...

Page 29: ...50W Power consumption OFF mode 4W Temperature range 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C Jewel Cube Speakers Dimensions and weight 2 2 in wide x 3 2 in deep x 4 4 in high 5 6 cm x 8 1 cm x 11 2 cm 1 0 lb 0 5 kg Temperature range 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C SoundTouch wireless adapter Dimensions and weight 2 in wide x 9 in long x 2 in high 6 4 cm x 23 8 cm x 5 1 cm 12 0 oz 34 kg Temperature range 32 F to 104 F ...

Page 30: ...h the provided stereo cables to connect the Jewel Cube speakers ADAPTiQ connectors Used to connect the provided ADAPTiQ headset See Performing the ADAPTiQ calibration on page 22 Bose link connector Used for connecting the SoundTouch wireless adapter to the Acoustimass module ADAPTiQ button Used to perform the ADAPTiQ calibration See Performing the ADAPTiQ calibration on page 22 AC Power mains con ...

Page 31: ...hese instructions follow the mounting hardware instructions Wood Mounting Mount to 1 in 25 4 mm or thicker wood Drill hole with a in 3 17 mm drill Use 2 8x1 in 32 mm pan head wood screws Wallboard Mounting Mount to in 9 5 mm or thicker wallboard Drill pilot hole with a 16 in 4 76 mm drill Use 2 6 8x1 in 25 4 mm plastic wall anchors and 2 8x1 in 32 mm pan head wood screws in 6 35 mm above surface W...

Page 32: ... supplied 1 Use a 16 in 5 mm drill bit to drill two holes into 8 in 9 5 mm or thicker wallboard 2 Insert the provided anchors into the holes and tap lightly to secure 3 Align the bracket tab at top to the anchors Tighten the provided screws into the holes 4 Align the latch to the bracket s tab Attach the controller Wood 1 Purchase two 6x1 in 25 4 mm flat head wood screws 2 Use a 7 64 in 2 78 mm dr...

Page 33: ...ow the procedures in this guide to connect to your network See Adding the system to your Wi Fi network on page 10 After making the network connection you can test the system to make sure everything works When you are done disconnect the Acoustimass module from your computer and AC mains power and permanently install the stereo system When you reconnect the Acoustimass module to power it reconnects...

Page 34: ... 2013 Bose Corporation The Mountain Framingham MA 01701 9168 USA AM370788 Rev 00 ...

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