Bose SoundTouch Portable User Manual

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TAP COMMAND SET UP
SoundTouch™ Portable Digital Music
System TAP command set up
Equipment Required
Hardware
Computer w/serial port
RS232 to TTL converter
Lifestyle
®
ETAP Cable, P/N 264565
Soundlink
®
ETAP adapter P/N 347062-0005
Software
TeraTerm terminal emulator
(Download at http://sourceforge.jp/projects/
ttssh2/)
Notes: TAP commands are sent to the
SoundTouch Portable system by connecting
a PC to the AUX IN connector.
An ETAP cable, ETAP Cable adapter and
RS232 to TTL Converter are required for this
communication. Both ETAP cables are
available from Bose
®
(see part numbers
above). The RS232 to TTL Converter is
made by B+B electronics, model number
232LPTTL. It can be purchased online at
http://www.bb-elec.com.
TAP commands are needed for the following
procedures:
A. Wi-Fi Link Test
B. Serial Number Programing
C. Setting Wi-Fi Country Code
B+B Electronics model 232LPTTL
RS232 to TTL converter
ETAP Block Diagram
TAP Connection
RED
Audio Connection
BLACK
Schematic Drawing of Sounklink ETAP Cable
Drawing of Soundlink ETAP Cable Adapter
Computer
SoundLink
ETAP Adapter
RS 232 to TTL
Converter
Lifestyle
ETAP Cable
SoundTouch
Audio
Out

Bose SoundTouch Portable Specifications

General

Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AUX
Audio formats supported	MP3, WMA, AAC, Apple Lossless
Power	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Wireless Range	Up to 30 feet (9 meters)
Audio Input	3.5 mm auxiliary input
Compatibility	SoundTouch app
Voice Control	Amazon Alexa
Water Resistance	No