Bose Sa5 Manual

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Care and Maintenance
Troubleshooting 
Problem What to do
Cannot  
complete 
network setup• Connect the system to AC (mains) power.
•
 Select correct network name and enter password.
•
   Connect the device and SoundTouch™ system to the same Wi-Fi® 
network.
•
 Place the system within range of the router.
•
   Enable Wi-Fi on the device (mobile or computer) you are using for 
setup .
•
    If network name does not appear or is hidden, select  
Manually Connect to Another Network on the...

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Care and Maintenance
Problem What to do
Right and left 
stereo chan-
nels are heard 
on the wrong  
speakersConfirm speaker wire connections:
• Connect speaker wires from the amplifier’s 
SPEAKERS OUT + L - 
 connector to your left speaker.
• Connect speaker wires from the amplifier’s 

SPEAKERS OUT + R - 
 connector to your right speaker.
Bass or treble 
is weak Check speaker wire connections. Confirm that the individual wir

es are 
connected + to + and – to –. 
Interference •
 Firmly...

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Care and Maintenance
Limited warranty information
Your SoundTouch™ system is covered by a limited warranty. Details of the limited 
warranty are provided on the quick start guide in the carton. Please refer to the 
guide for instructions on how to obtain warranty service and register your product. 
Failure to register will not affect your limited warranty rights.
The warranty information provided with this product does not apply in  
Australia and New Zealand. See our website at...

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Appendix A: Connector Panel
Connectors
Computer setup
Terminal connectors Ethernet
RCA stereo 
connectors
3.5 mm 
connector
Connector Description
POWERAC power cord connector. Power is applied when the power cord is  inserted and plugged into an AC (mains) outlet. There is no on/off switch  
on the SoundTouch™ amplifier.
SETUP USB connector for setup using a computer.
Ethernet Ethernet connector enables wired access to your home network.
SPEAKERS 
OUT Two terminal block connectors enable you...

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Appendix B: Wall Mounting Instructions
Mounting hardware specifications
You can mount the amplifier on a wall with the provided mounting bracket  
and hardware. 
WARNING:
 Do not mount on surfaces that are not sturdy enough, or that have 
hazards concealed behind them, such as electrical wiring or plum

bing. If you are 
not sure about installing the bracket, contact a qualified professional installer. 
 Ensure the bracket is installed according to local building codes. 
Item WoodWallboard...

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Appendix B: Wall Mounting Instructions
Mounting the bracket to the wall
Use the provided mounting hardware to secure the provided mounting bracket to 
the wall. 
WARNINGS:
•
 Only wall mount the amplifier with the bracket provided with your system.
•
 Do not mount the bracket on the ceiling.
CAUTION:
 Do not place or install the bracket or system near any heat sources, 
such as fireplaces, radiators, heat registers or other apparatus (including amplifiers) 
that pr

oduce heat. Additionally...

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Appendix B : Wall Mounting Instructions
Attaching the amplifier to the mounting bracket
You can attach the amplifier to the bracket vertically or horizontally. 
•
 Do not mount the amplifier on the ceiling.
•
 Do not mount the amplifier with the connector panel at the bottom.
1. Align the four latches on the back of the amplifier with the bracket’\
s four tabs. Tip: For vertical mounting, the connector panel must be on top.
Connector panel
2. Gently push the amplifier down onto the bracket’s...

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Appendix C: Using a Computer for Setup
Important setup information
• You can set up your system using a computer rather than a smartphone  
or tablet.
•
 Use a computer that is on your Wi-Fi® network.
•
 Use a computer where your music library is stored.
•
 You need the provided USB cable.*  
•
 Do not connect the USB cable until the app instructs you to connect the \
cable.
* The USB connector on the back of the system is for computer setup only. The USB connector 
is not designed to charge...

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Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA 
AM748890 Rev. 00