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- Page 1 The Bose _Acoustimass _ 5 and 20 Powered Speaker System Owner's Guide December 20, 2001 AM26283800 Vpdf...
- Page 2 CAUTION; if liquids get into the product, turn the system OFF a nd allow it to air dry Then turn /t on again. If you notice any probtems with its functioning, unplug it and contact Bose customer service. December 20, 2001...
- Page 3 Please call Bose to be referred to an authorized wet basement, near a swimming pool, or any- where else that water or moisture are present.
- Page 4 @2001 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA 255805 AM Rev.00 JN10494...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Where to find... Setting Before you begin ......................Unpacking the carton ....................Select the location for your speaker system ..............Speaker locations ....................Acoustimass module location ................Before making connections, unplug your system ..........Selecting the correct voltage ................Connect the speakers and the Acoustimass module ........... -
Page 6: Before You Begin
Carefully unpack your speakers. Save all packing materials for possible future use. The original packing materials provide the safest way to transport your speaker system. If any part of the product appears damaged, do not attempt to use the system. Notify Bose or your authorized Bose dealer immediately. -
Page 7: Select The Location For Your Speaker System
For additional stab#ity, you can add rubber feet to your speakers. You may obtain rubber feet (part no. 17832 !) free of charge from Bose _. Contact Bose Customer Service for more information. -
Page 8: Acoustimass Module Location
Select the locations for your speaker system (cont.) Acoustimass _ module location Follow these guidelines to select a location for the Acoustimass module. 1. Place the module along the same wall as the speakers, if possible. 2. Select a convenient location - under a table, behind a sofa. Do not allow furniture or drapes to block the ventilation openings of the module. -
Page 9: Connect The Speakers And The Acoustimass Module
To extend the length of speaker cable, you will need a 30-foot extension cable. To purchase this cable see dealer, electronics store, or call Bose customer service. To order this part from Bose, please call Bose customer service (request PN 186445-1 black;... -
Page 10: Which Lifestyle System Do You Own
Which Lifestyle ° system center do you own? Identifying multi.room interface systems Figure Front and rear of the multi-room interface and Personal _music center The multi-room interface allows you to connect up to four rooms or listening areas with additional speakers. These systems are operated using a Personal music center. To connect additional speakers to a multi-room interface, see "Connecting the Acoustimass ' module to multi-room interface systems"... -
Page 11: Connecting The Acoustimass Module To Multi-Room Interface Systems
Your Lifestyle' system Personal' music center can control up to four sets of Bose powered speakers, allowing your family to enjoy four different audio sources (CD, radio, TV, etc.) in up to four rooms. These rooms are referred to as room A, B, C, and D, with room A being the primary room (the one used for a one-room system). - Page 12 Figure The ROOM button lets you control a single room, or two or more rooms that share a source Example display for a two room The HOUSEbutton lets you control all connectedrooms as one system The room indicators tell you what was selected by the ROOM or HOUSE button _7.
- Page 13 Using the HOUSE button Using the HOUSE button, you can link all the rooms together and control them as one. When you press the HOUSE button, an empty box indicator is displayed for each connected room. Any button pressed after that (any source button, VOLUME, MUTE, or SLEEP) affects every room.
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Page 14: Connecting The Acoustimass Module To The Lifestyle Media Center
Connecting the Acoustimass module to the Lifestyle s media center ® © Figure Connecdng me speakers your Lifestyle media center ,_ Note: To extend the length of the cables, use the supplied 50-feet extension cable (shown in the dotted line above). This cable connects between the 30-foot audio input cable and the 3- foot FIX adapter cable. -
Page 15: Setting Zone 2 Protocol
Setting Zone 2 Protocol For the Acoustimass 5 or 20 powered speaker system to work properly with a Lifestyld' media center, you will need to check the Zone 2 Protocol to ensure that it is set to Normal mode (Figure 14 a). 1. -
Page 16: Connecting The Acoustimass Module To The Model 20 Music Center
Connecting the Acoustimass module to the Model 20 music center Figure Connecting the speakers your Model 20 music center Note: To extend the length of the cables, use the supplied 50-foot extension cable (shown in the dotted line above). This cable connects between the 30-foot audio input cable and the 3-foot VAR adapter cable (Figure 15). -
Page 17: Connecting The Acoustimass Module To The Model 5 Music Center
Connecting the Acoustimass module to the Model 5 music center ® Figure Connecting _e speakers to your Model 5 music center I?--; Note: To extend the length of the cables, use the supplied 50-foot extension cable (shown as the dotted line above). This cable connects between the 30-foot audio input cable and the music cente_ To connect the Acoustimass 5 or 20 powered speakers to your system, refer to Figure 17 and follow these steps:... -
Page 18: Fine-Tuning Your System
Figure You do not need to adjust tone settings for changes in volume, since Bose' patented signal Bass and treble controls processing technology provides a natural tonal balance over the full range of volume settings. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
If it is not, replace VAR 3-foot adapter cable with FIX 3-foot adapter cable. Accessories The following accessories are available to enhance the flexibility of your Bose powered speaker system. Contact your Bose dealer or call Bose directly. Refer to the address list enclosed in the product packaging for correct phone numbers. UB-20: High-quality cast zinc bracket for wall or ceiling mounting. -
Page 20: Technical Information
The Acoustimass 5 and 20 powered speaker systems are covered by the Bose _'limited one- year transferable warranty. Details of the warranty are provided on the warranty card that came with your system. Please fill out the information section on the card and mail it to Bose Corporation. - Page 21 AM262838 !Zpdf December 20, 2001...
- Page 22 (,92002 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 262838 AM Rev. 00 JN20604...
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