Bose SoundDock 10 Bluetooth User manual

Owner’s Guide
Guía de usuario
Notice d’utilisation
®
SoundDock® 10 Bluetooth®
digital music system
©2012 Bose Corporation, The Mountain,
Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA
AM350940 Rev.01
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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 set up and operate your system properly and enjoy its
advanced features. Please save this owner’s guide for future reference.
WARNINGS:
• To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to
rain or moisture.
• To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the line cord plug to the
wide slot of the AC (mains) receptacle. Insert fully.
• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on or near the apparatus. As with
any electronic product, use care not to spill liquids into any part of the
system. Liquids can cause a failure and/or a fire hazard.
• Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near
the apparatus.
• Keep the remote control battery away from children. It may cause a fire or
chemical burn if mishandled. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above
100°C (212°F), or incinerate. Dispose of used batteries promptly. Replace
only with a battery of the correct type and model number.
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with an
agency approved (ex. UL) CR2032 or DL2032 3-volt lithium battery.
• Contains small parts that may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for
children under age 3.
Please dispose of used batteries properly, following
any local regulations. Do not incinerate.
This product conforms to all EU Directive requirements.
The complete Declaration of Conformity can be found at
www.Bose.com/compliance.
CAUTIONS:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle alerts the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions
in this owner’s guide.
Notes:
• The product label is located on the back of the product.
• Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect
device, such disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• This product must be used indoors. It is neither designed nor tested for use
outdoors, in recreation vehicles, or on boats.
• Make no modifications to the system or accessories. Unauthorized
alterations may compromise safety, regulatory compliance, and system
performance.
Class B emissions
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations (Canada only).
If applicable, the radio communication device incorporated into this
apparatus meets all requirements of the Industry Canada standard
RSS-310 (Canada only).
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions – for all components before using this product.
2. Keep these instructions – for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings – on the product and in the owner’s guide.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture – Do not use this product
near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swim-
ming pool, or anywhere else that water is present.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth – and as directed by Bose Corporation. Unplug this
product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions – To ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating, put the product in a position and location that will not inter-
fere with its proper ventilation. For example, do not place the product on a bed, sofa, or
similar surface that may block the ventilationopenings.Do notput itin abuilt-insystem,
such as a bookcase or a cabinet thatmay keep air from flowing through its ventilation
openings.
8. Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time –to prevent damage to this product.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way: such as power
supply cord or plug is damaged; liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus; the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped – Do not
attemptto servicethisproductyourself. Openingorremovingcovers mayexposeyou to
dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Bose to be referred to an authorized
service center near you.
13. To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, avoid overloading wall outlets,
extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles.
14. Do not let objects or liquidsenter the product –asthey maytouchdangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
15. See product enclosure for safety related markings.
16. Use proper power sources – Plug the product into a proper power source, as
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product.
Information about products that generate
electrical noise
U.S.A. only
This equipment has been tested andfound to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device,pursuant toPart15of theFCCrules.These limitsaredesignedto providereasonable
protectionagainstharmful interferenceinaresidentialinstallation. Thisequipmentgenerates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, this
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turningthe equipment offandon, youareencouragedto tryto correcttheinterference byone
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes to this device not expressly approved by Bose Corporation may void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specification.
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Made for:
• iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation)
• iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th generation)
• iPod classic
• iPod with video
•iPhone4S
•iPhone4
•iPhone3GS
•iPhone3G
•iPhone
Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Part Name
Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
Lead
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
(CR(VI))
Polybrominated
Biphenyl (PBB)
Polybrominated
diphenylether (PBDE)
PCBs X0 0 0 0 0
Metal parts X0 0 0 0 0
Plastic parts 00 0 0 0 0
Speakers X0 0 0 0 0
Cables X0 0 0 0 0
0
: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit
requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006.
X : Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is
above the limit requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006.
Please complete and retain for your records
Serial number (on the back of the product): ___________________________
Model number (on the back of the product): ___________________________
Purchase date: ___________________________________________________
Dealer name: _____________________________________________________
Dealer phone: ____________________________________________________
Please keep your sales receipt with this owner’s guide.
SoundDock and the distinctive design of the SoundDock 10 Bluetooth®
system are registered trademarks of Bose Corporation in the U.S. and
other countries. iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch
are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory
has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively,
and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance
standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its
compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use
of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
The Bluetooth®word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Bose Corporation is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective
owners.
All other marks are registered trademarks and trademarks of Bose
Corporation.
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SOUNDDOCK®10 BLUETOOTH®DIGITAL MUSIC SYSTEM
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the SoundDock®10 Bluetooth®
digital music system. Offering a high-quality, room-filling
sound, the SoundDock 10 Bluetooth digital music
system can easily serve as the primary digital music
system in your home.
Outstanding features:
• Proprietary acoustic design delivers full, rich sound
• Remote controls basic system functions including
source selection
• Auxiliary input allows use with other audio devices
• Compatible with most iPhone and iPod models
• Charges your device while it is docked
• Provides video output connection for a TV or monitor
Unpacking
Check the carton for all the parts shown.
Save the carton and packing materials, which provide
the safest way to transport this product.
If any part of the product appears to be damaged, do not
attempt to use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer
immediately or call Bose Customer Service. Refer to the
address list enclosed in the carton for contact information.
WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep plastic
bags out of the reach of children.
Now is a good time to find the serial number on the back
of your SoundDock 10 Bluetooth system and record it
on the previous page.
SoundDock 10 Bluetooth
digital music system AC power cord
Remote control
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Setting up your system
1. Place your SoundDock 10 Bluetooth digital music
system on a flat, stable surface.
2. Plug the small end of the AC power cord into the AC
power connector on the back of the unit.
3. Plug the other end into a live AC (mains) outlet.
After you hear two short tones from your
SoundDock 10 Bluetooth system, it is ready to use.
Note: The tonal quality of your SoundDock 10 Bluetooth system
will vary with placement. For example, moving the system toward
a corner will increase bass response; moving it away from the
corner will decrease bass response.
CAUTION: Do not cover the ventilation openings of the
product. The slots on the top provide ventilation for the
built-in electronic circuitry and shall not be blocked.
Note: When handling the SoundDock 10 Bluetooth system,
the front structure containing the dock for iPod/iPhone may feel
loose. This is normal. This part of the system is intentionally
designed to prevent speaker vibration from interfering with the
operation of your iPod/iPhone.
System on/off control
You can turn on your SoundDock 10 Bluetooth system in
any of the following three ways:
• Dock a device.
• Press any key except OFF on the Bose®remote.
• Press any key on the docked device.
To turn off the SoundDock 10 Bluetooth system, do
either one of the following:
• Press OFF on the SoundDock 10 Bluetooth remote.
• Remove the docked device.
AC IN
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Standby
The SoundDock 10 Bluetooth digital music system goes
into two different standby modes. The first is a charging
standby ready mode. This is the mode it enters when
you first plug in AC power. It charges your iPod/iPhone
and remains ready to play. The second is low power
standby. It will not enter this mode with an iPod/iPhone
in the dock. When in low power standby, the standby
indicator glows on the front panel.
• When you press OFF on the Bose remote the system
will stop playing music and go into charging standby.
Pressing the OFF again on the Bose remote will put
the system into low power standby and the indicator
will light only when your iPod/iPhone is not in the
dock.
• When you remove your docked device the system will
go into charging standby and no indicators will glow
and after 30 minutes of no other commands will go
into low power standby.
•IfusingBluetooth and there is no device connected or
audio playing the system will go into low power
standby after 30 minutes.
• If AUX is selected and there is no audio from the
device connected to AUX IN, or the plug is removed
from the AUX in connector the system goes into low
power standby after 30 minutes.
Standby
indicator
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Listening to a docked device
1. Insert your iPod or iPhone into the dock. The dock
indicator glows on the front panel.
Note: When plugged in, your SoundDock 10 Bluetooth digital
music system charges your docked iPod or iPhone.
Note: Your SoundDock 10 Bluetooth digital music system
comes with a universal dock adapter that can accommodate
most iPod and iPhone models. (refer to details on page iv).
If you prefer to use the adapter that came with your iPod,
see “Changing the dock adapter” on page 7.
2. Use the Bose®remote to control system functions.
Dock
indicator
Off
•Press to turn off the system.
Dock
•Press to select the docked device.
Play/Pause
•Press to play or pause the current track
on the docked device.
Volume +/–
•Press to increase (+) or decrease (–) the
volume.
•Press and hold for faster adjustment.
Playlist select
•Press to select the next ( ) or
previous ( ) playlist.
Skip backward
•Press once to skip to the beginning
of the current track.
•Press twice to skip to the beginning
of the previous track.
•Press and hold to quickly scan
backward through a track.
Skip forward
•Press once to skip to the next track.
•Press and hold to quickly scan forward
through a track.
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Listening to other devices
You can connect the audio output of a PC, CD player, TV,
MP3 player, or other type of audio device to the AUX IN
connector. The AUX IN connector accepts a 3.5mm
stereo cable plug.
1. Using the appropriate stereo cable, connect your
audio device to the AUX IN connector.
Note: A device must be plugged into the AUX IN connector in
order to select the AUX source.
2. Press AUX on the Bose®remote. The AUX IN
indicator glows on the front panel.
3. Turn on the audio device and start playing music.
4. Set the volume of the device to near maximum.
Note: The SoundDock 10 Bluetooth system is designed to
provide the best audio performance without any additional
audio effects. Make sure all audio effects are turned off in the
connected device.
3.5mm stereo cable
(not supplied)
Laptop PC
AUX IN
indicator
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5. Use the Bose®remote to increase or decrease the
system volume.
Notes:
• The Bose remote will not control devices connected to
AUX IN.
• A docked iPod/iPhone will continue charging while you
listen to a device connected to AUX IN.
Using the video output
When playing a docked iPhone or iPod with video
capability, the VIDEO OUT connector provides a
composite video output signal that can be viewed
on a TV or computer monitor.
To view this video output on your TV or monitor, connect
the VIDEO OUT to a video input using a standard
composite video cable. Be sure to select the correct
video input on your TV.
Off
•Press to turn off the system.
AUX
•Press to select the AUX IN source.
Volume +/–
•Press to increase (+) or decrease (–)
the volume.
•Press and hold for faster
adjustment.
Composite
video cable
(not supplied)
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Changing the dock adapter
The SoundDock 10 Bluetooth digital music system is
ready for use with a variety of iPhone and iPod models.
If you prefer to use the dock adapter included with your
iPod:
1. Make sure the power cord is disconnected.
2. Lift up the back edge of the adapter and remove it
from the dock.
You may need to insert a thin, non-metallic utensil
into the slot to provide the required leverage to lift the
back edge.
Care and maintenance
Periodic maintaining may include cleaning your product
and replacing the remote control batteries.
Cleaning
To clean the exterior surface of your product, you can
wipe it using a soft, dry cloth. You can also lightly
vacuum the grille.
• Do not use solvents, chemicals, or sprays.
• Do not allow liquids to spill or objects to drop into
any openings.
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Replacing the remote control batteries
When the remote stops operating or its range seems
reduced, it is time to change the remote battery.
1. Using a coin, turn the battery cover slightly counter-
clockwise.
2. Remove the used battery and insert the new one
(CR2032 or DL2032). Refer to page ii for battery infor-
mation and safety instructions. Be sure the battery is
flat side up, with the positive (+) symbol in view.
3. Reseat the cover and turn it clockwise until it locks
into place.
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UPDATE connector
The UPDATE connector on the back of your
SoundDock10 Bluetooth system is only for potential
software updates from Bose.
Troubleshooting
The following troubleshooting table should help solve
operating problems with your SoundDock 10 Bluetooth
system. However, before using the table, do the
following:
• Remove your iPod/iPhone from the dock and check
for obstructions on the dock connector and on your
iPod/iPhone. Then firmly reseat it in the dock.
• Make sure you have the latest software on your
iPod/iPhone.
UPDATE
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Problem What to do
I do not hear any sound
from the SoundDock 10
Bluetooth system.
• Make sure the power cord is properly connected on the back of the SoundDock 10 Bluetooth
system and that the system is plugged into a live AC outlet.
• Press the source button (dock or AUX) on the remote for the source you are using.
• Press the Play/Pause button on the remote control.
• Increase the system volume.
• If listening to a device connected to AUX IN, increase the volume on the device.
• Remove your iPod/iPhone from the dock, wait 5 seconds, then reseat it.
• Unplug the power cable for 1 minute, then plug it back in to reset the system.
My iPod/iPhone is not
charging. • Make sure the power cord is properly connected on the back of the unit.
• Make sure the system is plugged into a live AC outlet.
I cannot navigate the
playlists on my iPod/
iPhone.
• Make sure that you have created playlists on your iPod/iPhone.
My iPod/iPhone does not
respond to the remote
control.
• Make sure there is a clear path between the remote and the system.
• Using a clean, dry cloth, wipe the small lens on the front end of the remote.
• Try the remote from a different location. You may be experiencing interference from bright room
lights or sunlight.
• Remove your iPod/iPhone from the dock, wait 5 seconds, then reseat it.
• Make sure the remote battery is installed correctly or replace it if it is old (refer to page 8).
My system does not
respond to any controls. • Unplug the power cable for 1 minute, then plug it back in to reset the system.
•ContactBose
®Customer Service.
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Customer service
For questions about the SoundDock 10 Bluetooth digital
music system, contact your local Bose dealer. To
contact Bose directly, see the address list included in
the carton.
Limited warranty
Your SoundDock 10 Bluetooth digital music 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 register. Failure to register will not
affect your limited warranty rights.
To obtain Limited Warranty Service, you must return
product, with proof of purchase from an authorized Bose
dealer, using the following procedures:
1. Contact the Bose organization in your country/region
(visit Global.Bose.com/register for Bose contact
information in your country/region) for specific return
and shipping instructions;
2. Label and ship the product, freight prepaid, to the
address provided by the Bose organization in your
country; and place any necessary return authoriza-
tion number prominently on the outside of the carton.
Cartons not bearing a return authorization number,
where required, will be refused.
Technical Information
Input power rating
U.S.A./Canada: 100-120V 50/60Hz, 150W
International: 220-240V 50/60Hz, 150W
100-240V 50/60Hz, 150W
Dimensions
8.7"H x 17.0"W x 9.6"D (22.1 cm x 43.2 cm x 24.4 cm)
Weight
18.5 lb (8.4 kg)
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Owner’s Guide
Guía de usuario
Notice d’utilisation
®
SoundDock® 10 Bluetooth®
digital music system
©2012 Bose Corporation, The Mountain,
Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA
AM350940 Rev.01
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