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Whippet_OG.book Page 2 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM SAFETY INFORMATION Please read this owner’s guide Please take the time to follow the instructions in this owner’s guide carefully. It will help you to set up and operate your system properly and enjoy its advanced features. Please save this owner’s guide for future reference.
Whippet_OG.book Page 3 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM SAFETY INFORMATION Note: • Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, such disconnect device shall remain readily operable. • The product must be used indoors. It is neither designed nor tested for use outdoors, in recreation vehicles, or on boats. • This product is intended to be used only with the power supply provided. • The product label is located on the bottom of the product.
Whippet_OG.book Page 4 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM SAFETY INFORMATION Canada These devices comply with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation exposure limits set forth for general population. This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standards. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Whippet_OG.book Page 5 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 6 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GETTING STARTED 6 6 7 Connecting the system to power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . System setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Whippet_OG.book Page 6 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM INTRODUCTION Overview Thank you for purchasing the SoundLink Air® digital music system. This system lets you enjoy clear, room-filling sound, streamed wirelessly via AirPlay using your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch or any computer running iTunes. Using the SoundLink Air you can: • Stream your favorite music from the music library or other AirPlay enabled apps on your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad.
Whippet_OG.book Page 7 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM GETTING STARTED Connecting the system to power What you need: SoundLink® Air digital music system Power supply AC adapter CAUTION: FOR CHINA AND KOREA – An adaptor for your system is provided in a small bag that is labeled with the name of your country. Be sure to use only that adapter. 1. Place the system close to your computer. Keep all system parts close by so they are easy to reach when you need them. 2. Connect the system to power: A.
Whippet_OG.book Page 8 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM GETTING STARTED System setup The SoundLink® Air system requires a connection to your Wi-Fi® network to receive AirPlay streamed audio. The following steps guide you through the preferred method for setting up your system. Note: For another setup method, see “Alternate setup method” on page 15. What you need: USB cable Remote control 1. Open a browser on your computer and go to http://www.Bose.com/wifisetup.
Whippet_OG.book Page 9 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM GETTING STARTED A. Plug the large connector of the provided USB cable into a USB port on your computer. B. Plug the other end into the SETUP connector on the SoundLink® Air system. B USB cable (supplied) A Note: The SETUP connector is used only for system setup functions. This connector can not be use to play audio from any device. 4. In the setup window, enter the requested information A.
Whippet_OG.book Page 10 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM GETTING STARTED B. Select your Wi-Fi network - This field should display the name of your wireless network. If you have more than one, click the triangle ( ) and select the network you want from the drop-down list. If your network name does not appear in the list or it is hidden, select Other from the drop-down list and manually set up your network C. Enter your network password - If you are using a secured network, enter your password. D.
Whippet_OG.book Page 11 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM OPERATION Power on/off (standby) To turn the system on, press the remote power button . If the system is connected to your Wi-Fi network (solid blue Wi-Fi indicator), you can also turn it on by streaming AirPlay audio. Press the remote power button to turn the system off (put in standby). If the system is connected to your Wi-Fi network when you turn it off, the Wi-Fi connection is maintained (Wi-Fi indicator is still sold blue but dimmed).
Whippet_OG.book Page 12 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM OPERATION 3. Tap or click the AirPlay icon and select the “SoundLink Air” (or the name you gave it) from the list of available speakers. 4. Start playing music tracks. You can use the play/pause , skip forward , or skip backward the SoundLink Air remote to control playback of your music. buttons on Note: To remotely control iTunes using the SoundLink Air remote, you will need to change a setting in the iTunes Preferences menu.
Whippet_OG.book Page 13 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Problem What to do System cannot connect to my network • Make sure your network password is correct. • Move the system closer to the wireless router. • Stop any other audio or video streaming. • Close the setup application, disconnect the system from your computer and AC power, and start the setup again. Refer to “Getting Started” on page 7.
Whippet_OG.book Page 14 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the remote battery When the remote stops operating or its range seems reduced, it is time to change the remote battery. WARNING: Keep the remote control battery away from children. It may cause a fire or chemical burn if mishandled. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100ºC (212ºF), or incinerate. Dispose of used batteries promptly. Replace only with a battery of the correct type and model number.
Whippet_OG.book Page 15 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Alternate setup method Using this method you can set up the SoundLink Air System by first joining its own builtin wireless network and then connecting to your home wireless network. 1. Place the SoundLink Air system near your computer/mobile device. 2. Make sure there are no cables or power connected to the SoundLink Air system. 3.
Whippet_OG.book Page 16 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE 2. Enter or change the settings.
Whippet_OG.book Page 17 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Updating system software Software updates sometimes become available to improve the performance of your system. The following is the preferred method for installing software updates. Note: For another software update method, see “Alternate update method” on page 18. Software update procedure 1. Make sure your SoundLink Air system is connected to your Wi-Fi® network and that there is an Internet connection.
Whippet_OG.book Page 18 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Alternate update method This procedure will work on either a Mac or Windows computer providing it has the Safari browser installed on its hard drive. 1. Make sure your SoundLink Air system is connected to your Wi-Fi network. 2. On your computer, open Safari and go to: http://worldwide.bose.com/soundlinkair 3. In the upper right corner of Safari, click Bookmarks. 4. Under Collections, click Bonjour. 5.
Whippet_OG.book Page 19 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Optional battery (not included) You can purchase a battery to add portability to your SoudLink® Air system. Contact your local authorized Bose® dealer or visit www.Bose.com for assistance. To contact Bose by phone, refer to the contact list on the Quick Start Guide. To install the battery, follow the instructions included with the battery. WARNING: Only use a genuine battery from Bose or an authorized Bose dealer.
Whippet_OG.book Page 20 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Battery protection mode If the battery is not being charged and the SoundLink Air system is unused for more than 14 days, it enters battery protection mode to preserve battery power. To reactivate your SoundLink Air system, connect the power supply to the system and charge the battery.
Whippet_OG.book Page 21 Wednesday, May 16, 2012 3:51 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Limited warranty information Your SoundLink Air system is covered by a limited warranty. Details of the limited warranty are provided on the product registration card that is included in the carton. Please refer to the card for instructions on how to obtain warranty service and register your product. Failure to register will not affect your limited warranty rights.
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