A: The Solo 5 only has 2 speakers whereas this one has 3 speakers...

A: It's smaller than the Solo 5 with much better sound quality and bass. It also has a new speaker for improved dialogue from the TV.

A: Solo 5 has no HDMI connectivity. You can only connect it to your TV with optical cable or 3.5mm audio cable. This unit has HDMI connectivity. HDMI-ARC and HDMI-CEC allow you to connect and control the soundbar and other devices through the TV remote via the HDMI connection, without the need for having and programming a universal remote.

A: Is this the Bose 600

A: The Bose speaker is NOT compatible with the Samsung Q-Symphony set-up on Samsung TV's. It will NOT work with the Samsung Q-Symphony system. Only a designated sound bar will work with Q-Symphony.

A: Hi GG, thanks for reaching out about Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar. Yes, this can be connected via optical audio cable or HDMI(ARC). Generally, any soundbar will sound better than the TV's speakers. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

A: The Soundbar is designed to work with Samsung and other TVs that have HDMI ARC or Optical audio output.

A: The Bose TV speaker is compatible with any TVs that support a connection via HDMI ARC or Optical. You can also connect via Bluetooth if you prefer a wireless connection.

A: Yes, it will.

A: Hi, JerryS! Regarding your question about the Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar: When connected to the television using HDMI or a Digital Optical cable, the unit will power on and off with your television. If connected using a 3.5mm auxiliary audio cable you'll have to manually power on this Bose. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

A: When connected to hdmi or optical it will turn on witth your tv. HOWEVER, the soundbar does automatically power off on it’s own and when it does you have manually turn back on the speaker. For example, if you are watching something and pause the video for a while the soundbar will auto power off eventually and you have use the Bose remote, app, physically press the power button on soundbar to turn it back on to connect again.

A: We would suggest the Bose TV Speaker as this soundbar offer a Dialogue mode, which enhances the dialogue when the background sound can sometimes be quite overwhelming.

A: Hi Brax881, thanks for reaching out about Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar. To better understand your individual needs, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

A: There is no power switch on the TV Speaker; the power button on the Bose remote should be used to turn it on.

A: Hi Loke, thanks for reaching out about Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar The primary way to control this soundbar is with the included remote, however it does have a power button on the soundbar itself. Even though you can turn it on and off without needing the remote, for most other functions like adjusting volume, changing inputs, etc., you'll need to use the remote. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

A: This Soundbar is compatible with the Bose Bass Module 500, and not the Bose Surround Speakers.

A: Hi willg, thanks for reaching out about Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar To better understand your individual needs, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

A: Hi gift giver, thanks for reaching out about Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar. If the TV supports Bluetooth audio only power would need to be connected to the speaker. Other options are HDMI(arc) and Optical Audio which but use their own cable. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

A: Hello, you can also wall mount the Bose TV speaker under the TV, or place it on a credenza under the TV. The soundbar will have to be connected to the TV via HDMI or Optical.

A: Hi Jb, thanks for reaching out about Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar Mounting kits for connecting this to the TV or directly mounting it to the wall are available and sold separately. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

A: The TV Speaker usually sits in front of your TV. There is a wall bracket for the TV Speaker as well - please speak to Target, or alternatively Bose, for this part. Thanks!

A: Yes. The Bose TV Speaker has a 3.5mm "AUX IN" port on the back.

A: Hi BL, thanks for reaching out about Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar This supports devices connecting through HDMI ARC, Optical, or through Bluetooth Wireless connection. 3.5mm audio is not listed as a way to connect a device to this. If you have any additional questions, we welcome you to contact MyTGTtech at 833-848-8324 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.