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Mastering the Connection: A User’s Manual to Bose Soundlink Compatibility

What to Know

• When powered on for the first time, Soundlink goes into pairing mode.
• Pair with your phone using the usual pairing procedure for any device.
• To pair factory-reset or second speaker, press/holdBluetooth icon until the light blinks, then pair as usual.

This article shows how to connect a Bose SoundlinkBluetooth speaker to an iPhone or Android device. The instructions apply to all Bose Soundlink speakers including the Soundlink Mini and Soundlink Color.

How to Pair a Bose Soundlink Speaker

With a brand new Soundlink speaker, start by plugging it into the wall using a wall charger.

1. On the speaker, press thepower icon. If the power light is red, it needs charging; if it’s orange the battery is half full; green means the battery is full.
2. The Bluetooth speaker should go into connecting mode when turned on for the first time.
3. If you need to change the language, tap thePlus (+ ) andMinus (- ) icons to scroll through the options.
4. Enable and pair your phone’s Bluetooth settings:
   • On iOS devices: Go toSettings >Bluetooth and tap theBluetooth toggle switchon /green. UnderMy Devices , selectBose Soundlink .
   • On Android devices: Go toSettings >Connected devices >Connection preferences > tap theBluetooth toggle switchon /green. TapPair New Device > selectBose Soundlink .
5. The Bluetooth light on the speaker will blink blue when it’s ready to connect. It will blink white when it’s in the process of connecting, and it will appear a solid white when it’s connected to a device.

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How to Pair Bose Soundlink Speaker to a Second Device

To pair a factory reset speaker, or to pair a second device to the Bluetooth speaker:

1. Press and hold theBluetooth icon on the speaker until the indicator light blinks blue. The speaker is now in pairing mode.
   The placement of the Bluetooth icon varies from device to device, but the icon is the same.
2. Enable and pair your phone or tablet’s Bluetooth settings:
   • On iOS devices: Go toSettings >Bluetooth and ensure theBluetooth toggle switch ison /green. UnderMy Devices , selectBose Soundlink .
   • On Android devices: Go toSettings >Connected devices >Connection preferences > ensure theBluetooth toggle switch ison /green. TapPair New Device > selectBose Soundlink .
3. The Bluetooth light on the speaker will blink blue when it’s ready to connect. It will blink white when it’s in the process of connecting and will appear a solid white when it’s connected to a device.

FAQ

• How do I reset my Bose Soundlink?
  Toreset a Bose Soundlink , press and hold thePower button for 10 seconds with the speaker on. After it turns off, turn it back on to begin setup. For the Soundlink Mini, holdMute for 10 seconds. For the Soundlink Color, holdAux andVolume Down for 15 seconds.
• How do I turn off my Bose Soundlink?
  Press (don’t hold) thePower button on the far left to turn off your Bose Soundlink. It will turn off automatically after 20 minutes if no audio is being played.
• Why won’t my Bose Soundlink connect?
  Make sure Bluetooth is enabled for both devices and move them closer together. Restart both devices. If you still have trouble, reset your Bose Soundlink.

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