Bose Acoustimass 6 Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 The Bose Acoustimass - 6 Home Theater Speaker ® ® System Owner’s Guide December 20, 2001 AM189815_04_V.pdf...
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Page 2: Thank You
Introduction Thank you We appreciate your choice of the Bose ® these Virtually Invisible speakers you will surround yourself with realistic sound, without a lot of equipment. For your records The serial number is located near the connection panel on the Acoustimass module. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
How to set your Dolby Digital (AC-3) receiver ... 14 Maintaining Your Acoustimass-6 Speakers Troubleshooting ... 15 Cleaning the speakers ... 15 Product Information Warranty period ... 16 Technical information ... 16 Accessories ... 17 ® Bose Corporation ... inside back cover AM189815_04_V.pdf December 20, 2001 Contents... -
Page 4: Setting Up
Setting Up Before you begin ® ® Bose Virtually Invisible speaker technology allows you to enjoy lifelike home performances from the very latest surround sound encoded movies, CDs, and television shows, without a room full of speakers. Your video sound source (stereo VCR, laserdisc or digital video player, or stereo television) sends the encoded program material to the surround sound receiver, which interprets it by distributing various sounds to particular speakers. -
Page 5: Unpack The Carton
If the speakers or the Acoustimass module appear damaged, do not use them. Repack everything in the original carton and contact your authorized Bose Note: Now is a good time to record the serial number of these speakers on page 2 of this guide and on your warranty card. -
Page 6: Placing Your Acoustimass -6 Speakers To Achieve Realistic Home Theater Sound
The Acoustimass module is not magnetically shielded and should be at least 2 feet (60 cm) from your screen, but at the same end of the room as the front and center speakers. Bose Acoustimass speaker technology takes advantage of the fact that the source of bass sound is difficult to locate, so you can hide the Acoustimass module conveniently out of sight. -
Page 7: Select The Locations For Your Speakers
Select the locations for your speakers The lengths of cable supplied with your Acoustimass flexibility in speaker placement. Optional Bose brackets, and floor stands can add to your choices. See “Accessories” on page 17. Left and right front cube speakers Use the two cube speakers with black terminals that are marked L/R (Figure 3). -
Page 8: Center Cube Speaker
Keep it as close to the vertical center of the screen as possible, for the most accurate dialogue reproduction (positions 1 or 2). Note: To obtain additional rubber feet, free, call Bose inside back cover), and ask for Part Number 178321-04. -
Page 9: Acoustimass Module
Acoustimass module ® ® Bose recommends putting your Acoustimass module at the same end of the room as the television monitor. To prevent interference, keep the module at least 2 feet (60 cm) from the television. • You may hide the Acoustimass module behind or under furniture, but do not block the opening. -
Page 10: Connect The Speakers
Bose ® these accessories. Bose Customer Service telephone numbers are listed on the inside back cover. Connect the Acoustimass module to the center and front cube... -
Page 11: Connect The Module To The Surround Cube Speakers
® At the Acoustimass module, check to be sure the connectors are firmly inserted into the proper OUTPUT TO CUBE SPEAKER jacks. • The black L connector goes into the L jack. • The gray C connector goes into the C jack. •... -
Page 12: Check The Connections
Setting Up Check the connections Check all connections from the receiver to the Acoustimass cube speakers, making sure the two speakers with black terminals are connected as front speakers (Figure 11). Check to be sure all speakers are connected to the proper terminals according to their position in your room (Figure 12). -
Page 13: Attach The Module End Cover, If Needed
If you plan to use the cover, attach it to the cable end after all connections have been checked (Figure 13). Gently push the end cover into the grommets on the Acoustimass module. Your set up is complete. Enjoy your Acoustimass-6 speaker system. AM189815_04_V.pdf December 20, 2001... -
Page 14: Using Your Acoustimass-6 Speakers
Take special care to set the channel output according to the specifications listed in the chart below. The Acoustimass speaker system is a full-range system and must be set as LARGE speakers on the Dolby Digital screen menu. An exception is the center speaker, which must be set as SMALL. -
Page 15: Maintaining Your Acoustimass-6 Speakers
If you have a problem with your Acoustimass-6 speakers, turn off your sound source and try the solutions below. If you still have a problem, contact your Bose service. Or, to contact Bose directly, refer to the inside back cover of this guide. Problem System does not •... -
Page 16: Product Information
Acoustimass module; you may choose to record it on page 2 of this guide. Then, please detach and mail the card to Bose in the pre-addressed envelope. Bose will try to remedy any problem within the terms of your limited warranty. Technical information Features •... -
Page 17: Accessories
For more information, or to purchase accessories, contact your authorized Bose ® dealer. Or, to call Bose directly, refer to the Bose Customer Service telephone numbers listed on the inside back cover. AM189815_04_V.pdf Cable December 20, 2001... -
Page 19: Bose Corporation
Phone hours - ET (eastern time): Weekdays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Canada Bose Ltd., 1-35 East Beaver Creek Road Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1B3 1-800-465-2673 Phone hours - ET (eastern time): Weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Page 20 ©1999 Bose Corporation, The Mountain Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA 189815 AM Rev.04 JN97846...