Bose SoundTouch 20 Series III Service Manual

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The Bose
®
SoundTouch
®
20 Wi-Fi
®
music system connects to a customer’s WI-Fi network. Audio
content is streamed from Internet radio, music services, and music stored on a computer connected to
the same network. There are 6 presets that are programmed by pressing and holding until a beep is
emitted.
A computer application is used to connect the SoundTouch device to a customer’s network and also to
control the device. The SoundTouch device can also be controlled by a smart phone application.
Download the Bose SoundTouch computer application at: http://www.bose.com/soundtouch_app
Download the Bose SoundTouch smart phone app at the App Store for iOS devices and at Google
Play
TM
Store for AndroidTM devices.
To connect a SoundTouch device to a Wi-Fi network, follow the directions on the computer
Soundtouch application. The computer needs to be connected to the network you are connecting the
SoundTouch device to. Multiple SoundTouch products can be connected to the same network.
Software is updated over the Wi-Fi connection.
The AUX input is for connecting an analog audio source.
Bluetooth source devices can be connected by pressing and holding the Bluetooth button on the
system or remote and selecting the SoundTouch 20 from the source device Bluetooth menu.
USB connections are used for connecting the product to a computer for setting up the product and
also for software updates loaded on a thumb drive.
The ethernet connection provides a wired connection when a Wi-Fi network is not available.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Parts that have special safety characteristics are identied by the symbol on schematics
or by special notes on the parts list. Use only replacement parts that have critical characteristics
recommended by the manufacturer.
CAUTION: The Bose
®
SoundTouch
®
20 Wi-Fi
®
music system contains no user-serviceable parts. To
prevent warranty infractions, refer servicing to warranty service stations or factory service.
PROPRIETARY INFORMATION
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF
BOSE CORPORATION WHICH IS BEING FURNISHED ONLY FOR
THE PURPOSE OF SERVICING THE IDENTIFIED BOSE PRODUCT
BY AN AUTHORIZED BOSE SERVICE CENTER, AND SHALL NOT BE
REPRODUCED OR USED FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE.

Bose SoundTouch 20 Series III Specifications

General

Control type	Buttons
Certification	CE, WEEE
Volume control	Digital
Supported radio bands	-
Built-in storage media	No
Audio formats supported	AAC, FLAC, MP3, RA-Lossless, WMA
Smartphone remote support	Yes
Internet radio services supported	Deezer, Pandora, SIRIUS Internet Radio, Spotify, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, iTunes
Mobile operating systems supported	Android, Windows Mobile, iOS
Network streaming services supported	Pandora
AC input voltage	220 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (typical)	90 W
Wi-Fi standards	802.11g, 802.11b, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Headphone connectivity	3.5 mm
Apple docking compatibility	Not supported
Display type	OLED
Product color	White
Number of drivers	2
Audio output channels	2.0 channels
Cables included	AC, USB

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	104 mm
Width	314 mm
Height	188 mm
Weight	3180 g