We appreciate your choice of the Bose with many years of listening enjoyment. Your system features new third generation Acoustimass cube speakers, a product of the continuous research and development at Bose Corporation. These cube speakers deliver more lifelike sound and better overall performance, yet are smaller than their predecessors.
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– Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Bose to be referred to an authorized service center near you. 15. To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, avoid overloading wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles.
Cleaning your speakers ...9 Troubleshooting ...9 Technical information ...10 Warranty period ...10 Customer service ...10 Bose For your records Serial numbers are located on the connection panel of the Acoustimass module. Serial number: _________________________________________________________________ Dealer name: __________________________________________________________________ Dealer phone: _______________________ Purchase date: ___________________________ We suggest you keep your sales slip and warranty card together with this owner’s guide.
For more information or to order accessories, contact your Bose dealer or call Bose Customer Service directly. Refer to the list of phone numbers inside the back cover.
18-gauge speaker cable. To place them more than 30 feet (9.2 m) apart, you will need heavier gauge wire. (See the wire recommendations on page 10.) You can get additional speaker cable at electrical and hardware stores or by calling Bose Customer Service. (See the list of phone numbers inside the back cover.) Speaker cables consist of two insulated wires.
Setting Up Your Acoustimass Connecting the cube speakers to the Acoustimass Use the following steps to connect the cube speakers to the rear panel of the Acoustimass module: 1. Select one pair of wires, and locate the terminal tab on the rear of the left cube speaker. 2.
4. Connect the free end of the left (L) INPUTS cable to the LEFT speaker terminals of your 5. Connect the free end of the right (R) INPUTS cable to the RIGHT speaker terminals of your CAUTION: Before you plug in your receiver or amplifier, make sure that no strands of wire from any terminal are brushing against any other terminal.
Operating Your Acoustimass Checking the system Make sure your system is working properly by following these steps: 1. Turn on your amplifier or receiver. 2. Turn the balance control on your amplifier all the way to the left. You should hear music from the left cube speaker only, although you may detect a faint sound from the other cube speaker.
• If trouble persists in your Acoustimass 3 speaker system, contact your authorized Bose dealer who will verify any defects and arrange for service by an authorized agency or by the Bose factory. Bose will make every effort to remedy any problem within the terms of the warranty at minimum inconvenience to you.
The Bose warranty. Details of the coverage are provided on the warranty card that came with your speakers. Please fill out the information section on that card, detach, and mail it to Bose. Customer service For help in ordering accessories or solving problems, contact Bose Customer Service. See the inside of the back cover for offices and phone numbers.
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