It would depend on what else you were trying to play throught the Monitor. (but I'm not sure why you're talking about the SA-5 in the subject that would be to get music into other areas - no output apart from speakers but 3 inputs)   From a quick look you can plug in the HDMI from the bar into the TV, but that only gives you 1 HDMI input into the bar and 1 Optical (supposed to be from teh TV, but something like a PS3 you can output video to the TV and Optical to the SoundBar.     To be honest with that setup you would be better with the LIfestyle as they have the console that plugs other HDMIs into and acts as a switch for the TV. ... View more

The Acoustimass systems are passive speakers meaning they need the amplifier to work.  The soundtouch adaptor you are talking about should be able to plug into any amplifier with a spare port, but there's no way to bypass the amp. ... View more

It's not designed to do that.  I think the reason is is that the SOundTouch device is not a source - The internet/Computer/BT device is the source.  So instead of playing from teh source through the ST device, to the headphones, why not just play from the source to the headphones (eg from a phone).  And just to confirm the BT is just a receiver so it does not output to BT devices either.   The only SoundTouch device that has the headphone output is the Wave SoundTouch, because that can be a source (CDs or radio).  It's still not BT output but you can plug in a set of headphones. ... View more

I think when you tap the on button it should cycle between devices, but it can also automatically switch.  For example I normally connect it to my Phone and tablet.  I'll be watching a movie on the tablet and when a phone call comes in I'll press the multi function button - It will pause the movie, switch to the phone and answer the call. Alternatively you can force the connection from your device or via the Bose connect app.  I use the app when my computer comes into play, so that I'm not connected to my tablet and computer instead of phone and computer. ... View more

NO you can't.  If you try to connect a second pair, it will bump off the first pair.  It's unlikely to be able to in the future either as Bose's ideas for better sourround sound come in thier Lifestyle range using reflected sound to replace where the other speakers would be.  And I think they do very well with that in thier Lifestyle 650.  With the 360 degree speakers it really sounds like it's all around you not just the 5.1 ... View more

Soundtouch speakers will only do this over wifi.  You can BT to multiple Soundtouch speakers, but it's BT to the first device and then Wifi to the second/third/fourth device.  Soundtouch is really designed so that you have a speaker per room (with the exception of stereo pairing the ST10s), so BT would likely be no good due to distances, walls blocking signals.   Whereas the SoundLink Revolve (or +) can pair 2 over BT as they are designed for the same room, or for portable areas where there would be no wifi (Beach/parks etc) ... View more

I would guess that battery life is what's holding it up.  They tried a Soundtouch portable previously, but the battery didn't seem to last long due to the Wifi (and the lack of BT meant it was no use outside a Wifi zone).  I agree if they had one with BT as well as Wifi it would be the ideal portable speaker, but I also see people not turning off WIFI when they leave the house and then running out of battery a couple of hours later.  Until they can give us an 8-12 hour battery with Wifi on I don't see it happening. ... View more

As Squaddie mentioned the only difference is in the speakers.  The earlier series are easier to tell, as the JewelCube speakers have a metal grill vs the fabric on the D/R speakers.  The centre speaker is also curved: The newer series it is more about size: ... View more

Is the headset working with other devices?   If your headphones are working with other devices, then it sounds like an issue with the BT transmitter.  With out being able to test it on other devices, I don't think anyone else will be able to help.  HAve you tried contacting Aluratek? ... View more

I answered a similar question here.   In short some TVs only have bluetooth input and can't connect to headphones. You may be able to add a 3rd party BT adaptor which may/may not work.   Some have BT output, but may experience audio lag over BT.   Newer TVs are getting better for BT transmission, but I haven't experienced one that works perfectly. ... View more

Any Bluetooth device should be fine for the free version of spotify.     The only issue with the free version is if you try to play through the SoundTouch systems over Wifi.  The SoundTouch app requires the Premium version.     I think the reason behind that is if you are playing over Bluetooth, the app you use may provide adds (and therefore spotify gets revenue).  If you play over SoundTouch, Spotify gets revenue from the subscriptions. ... View more

Unfortunately I beleive the answer is no.  Traditionally Bose have provided multi room systems, by using the Lifestyle as the base unit but controlling the other rooms required a second/third remote.  I don't think those remotes could control the primary system.  If it was a nwer 535 it would only be capable of the wifi control.   Depending on what system you have and what you are trying to do, the two solutions I can see are: If you have SoundTouch or a Soundtouch capable system (depends on which series 535 it is) and you are wanting to play music, you can control the Soundtouch part over your home wifi with the app.   Some third party remotes may work.  I haven't tried it but Logitech harmony are supposed to have an all in one remote that can control IR, BT and RF devices.  I'm not sure if you can use that as your second remote, or would need to buy 2 to run off the same system.  They may also have an app control. ... View more

Not directly over wireless.  The Wave Soundtouch can output to other Soundtouch devices (from streaming music only), however that is over Wifi.   The BT receiver is only an input so will not connect to your headphones   I assume the thinking is that if I'm going to stream music to the SoundTouch and then stream to headphones I may as well stream direct from the source to the headphones.   So there are two other ways to do it:  The easiest way would be plugging the cable into the Headphone out, and if need be you can get 3.5mm extension cables.  I know that defeats the purpose of them being wireless headphones, but that's how it is.   The other way would be to purchase a BT transmitter.  I don't know what shops would be local to you , but you would mostly be looking at no-name brands off ebay.  It could then plug into the Headphone out.  The issue there is that most transmitters don't have a screen, so connecting up two BT devices without screens can be a fickle business. ... View more

This cable works with the standard Android connection.  Unfortunately some android phones don't set up the same way.  I've known some Sony phones, some HTC (and I've never heard of yotaphone) that work exactly the same way yours do, and they are probable more compatible with the iphone remotes.  You likely won't get volume control, but at least you can Play/pause/answer phones.   I never tried it myself, but I was told there was an app to download on Sony phones that let you configure the remote better.  No idea what the name was.   The only other alternative would be the same wasy most headphone manufacturers are getting past the Apple Vs Android remote war is to go wireless. ... View more

Audio-wise there is no difference between the two sets.  If I plug in a Apple headphone into a Samsung device (or the reverse) I will still get full sound.  I will likely get the phone capabilities and the centre button on the remote will probably work.  What I won't get would be the volume control on the remote but you can still control through the device itself.   Some android devices you may be better off with the apple remote (Not many though, some select Sonys and HTC maybe).  I had a Sony phone that the centre button worked for Volume up, so I prefered to use the apple remote so I could answer phone calls from the remote. ... View more

It probably depends on how you are trying to set it up.   If you want guests to come in and play thier choice of music, I think the best way would be Bluetooth from thier own device.  SoundTouch is good for a home, but I wouldn't want to have to show every guest how to download the app and learn how to use it every time a new guest comes in (and then provide support when they come down and couldn't get it working).  You can turn off Wifi and just run the BT.  That way they also wouldn't be able to link up systems in other rooms.   If you want to just set presets (ie set up 6 Internet radio stations) and let the guest use the remote or buttons on top that would give extra functionality while still limiting access on through the app.   If you have a tablet already logged into SoundTouch with Spotify access in each room (I doubt many B&Bs would justify that expense) or let the customer download and sign in using thier own device, then I would do it as suggested above.  However you could still have access to each room - just log out and sign into which ever account you need when necessary.  You would also have to be aware that customers with password access could also change settings and mess things up for your next guest.   I really would suggest in that environment you would be better just using it as a BT speaker. ... View more

From what I understand, it's generally not an issue with SoundTouch.  Both Tune-in and vTuner provide the links, however Stations seem to change thier "streams" to try and improve thier service/stability.  Unfortunately that sometimes breaks the links provided by tunein/vtuner and they need to be alerted to reconnect.  Since the stations were already working through Tunein it should be a simple matter for them to reconnect it (unlike your issue with vTuner who may or may not establish a connection).   So the quickest way to reconnect a channel you listen would be to check with and alert Tunein directly.  If it plays from Tunein site, but not SoundTouch, it's a Bose issue.  If it doesn't play on the Tunein site, it's a Tunein issue. ... View more

Prince is right.  There are three ways to play music to the Soundtouch.   BT - Playing direct from your mobile device (Phone, Tablet, Computer).  The drawback of this way is that your device has to stay within range, but it means you can play sources that are not directly supported by SoundTouch (ie youtube/apple music).  THe BT light will only be on if BT is activated.   AUX - As above but connected by cable.  The AUX light will only be on if AUX is activated   Wi-Fi - playing sources through the SoundTouch app or via presets set in the SoundTOuch app (Spotify/Internet radio/media library stored on Computer of NAS. I Beleive the Wifi light will be white whenever it is connected (even if playing from BT or AUX.  The 4th light is the SoundTouch icon and will be on when SoundTouch is conneceted   ... View more

That would depend on which Lifestyle you have.  As far as I'm aware only the latest Lifestyles (650 and 600) have 4K passthrough.   If it's not one of those then your best option is to plug any 4K source directly into the TV and then have the audio feed through to the Lifestyle through the optical cable. ... View more

I doubt they would as it's not a manufacturing fault, but you would have to contact support in your local region to find out in your case.  Depending upon what you have, they may offer a repair or replacement service though at a reduced price.  Just an example, my dog chewed on my QC20 cable, and in Australia they offered a replacement at around 40% off.  I understood it was my fault for leaving them lying around, so I was happy with the discount. ... View more

There is no Bose way to convert the rears to wireless (in the new systems that's built into the console/soundbar, so it's no use purchaseing the VI300).  You can connect it up to standard wiring as there are often cases of people building houses with the wireing already run through the walls and just connecting up.  THere are two ways but it is recommended an electrician or tradesperson connects it to ensure quality.  There could also be an issue with quality of cables as I've seen some people join several lengths of cables together and if one connection is bad the sound doesn't go through. Purchase a wall plate from Bose - easy to connect the loose wires already into the walls to the plate and then plug in the boxed cables to the plate. just snip the ends of the Bose cables and join them to the inwall cables - You have to know which cables to connect though and is probably more prone to error if you don't know what you're doing.   ... View more

I could be mistaken, but it sounds like when the message comes up on screen, The Bose is connecting the TV audio, but the input of the TV is set to whatever input the Bose is connected to (Ie one of the HDMIs) so no picture or sound coming through.  The LIfestyle remote should have a "TV Input" button, normally at the bottom of the remote, which will then switch between TV-HDMI1-HDMI2-HDMI3 etc.  Sometimes just pressing channel up or down will do the same thing.   If that's not it, it could be the audio settings on your TV either not prioritising audio out via HDMI.   If we know what TV and What Lifestyle we may have a better idea. ... View more