Why is there no FM signal on my Bose radio?
Daniel Foster
Published Apr 04, 2026
Why is there no FM signal on my Bose radio?
The radio may have come with an FM antenna in the box – usually it’s just a length of wire with a plug on it. I have a cheap RCA clock radio that picks up FM signals but I can’t get FM on an expensive Bose AM/FM Wave radio! Its sitting right next to the cheap one but no FM! What’s up with that?
How to set up internet radio stations on Bose SoundTouch?
Learn how to set up Internet radio stations on your Bose® SoundTouch™ Wi-Fi music system with the free SoundTouch™ app. Then you can create six personalized presets and wirelessly stream your favorite Internet radio stations at the touch of a button. All you need is Wi-Fi. Loading…
How do I Turn Off the Bose Wave Radio?
Press the ON/OFF button. You cannot turn off the daily alarm. Press ALARM MODE or ALARM until the display shows no Alarm 1 mode indicators. On the control panel, hold down ALARM SET and press ALARM MODE until the ALARM 2 indicator flashes. Release ALARM SET. On the remote, press TIME, then press ALARM . The ALARM 2 indicator flashes.
Can a Bose clock radio pick up FM?
I have a cheap RCA clock radio that picks up FM signals but I can’t get FM on an expensive Bose AM/FM Wave radio! Its sitting right next to the cheap one but no FM! What’s up with that? I have not purchased an external antenna but the cheapie radio doesn’t have one so why would I need one on the more expensive unit?
The radio may have come with an FM antenna in the box – usually it’s just a length of wire with a plug on it. I have a cheap RCA clock radio that picks up FM signals but I can’t get FM on an expensive Bose AM/FM Wave radio! Its sitting right next to the cheap one but no FM! What’s up with that?
What to do if your Bose Wave Radio is not working?
Unplug any cords that are plugged into the variable out. There cannot be any cords plugged into the variable out component in order for sound to play. Double check that the power cord is connected to both the Bose Wave Radio and a wall outlet. If not plugged in at both ends, plug in the cord to the back of the speaker and the outlet.
Learn how to set up Internet radio stations on your Bose® SoundTouch™ Wi-Fi music system with the free SoundTouch™ app. Then you can create six personalized presets and wirelessly stream your favorite Internet radio stations at the touch of a button. All you need is Wi-Fi. Loading…
I have a cheap RCA clock radio that picks up FM signals but I can’t get FM on an expensive Bose AM/FM Wave radio! Its sitting right next to the cheap one but no FM! What’s up with that? I have not purchased an external antenna but the cheapie radio doesn’t have one so why would I need one on the more expensive unit?
