201® Series IV Direct/ Reflecting® Speakers Owner’s Guide October 30, 2001 AM183562_04_V.
Introduction English Thank you Congratulations on your purchase of Bose® 201® Series IV Direct/Reflecting® speakers. Their integrated system of advanced Bose technologies delivers superior sound reproduction from a bookshelf design. For your records Serial numbers are located on the back of each 201® speaker.
Contents Where to find... Setting Up Before you begin ........................................................................................................ 4 Unpack the carton ...................................................................................................... 4 Select the locations for your 201® speakers .............................................................. 5 Choose the cord ......................................................................................................
Setting Up Before you begin Your Bose® 201® Series IV Direct/Reflecting® speakers are designed to create a listening experience that is very similar to a live concert. There are two basic ways to place your speakers in a room. Try both and let your personal taste determine which is best. The first way takes advantage of Stereo Targeting® technology, with the tweeters firing inward to create an intimate or focused sound pattern (Figure 1, position 1).
Setting Up Select the locations for your 201 speakers ® The following guidelines are intended to help you find the best sounding location for your new speakers: • Listen to both speaker sound patterns shown on page 4, Figure 1. Choose the one you prefer. 1. First, aim the tweeters inward as shown in Figure 1, position 1. The tweeters are directly behind the angle on the front of each speaker. Listen to music. 2.
Setting Up Choose the cord Caution: Never use broken or frayed wiring. It can result in electrical shock or damage. It is important to use the proper gauge (thickness) of speaker wire. Standard zip cord (2-conductor, 18-gauge wire) works best for most applications. You can find this wire at most electrical and hardware stores. You will need thicker wire if your speakers will be more than 30 feet (9 m) from a receiver or amplifier.
Setting Up Check the connections Check that all connections are made positive to positive (+ to +) and negative to negative (– to –) (Figure 5). Make sure that no loose strands of wire touch across terminals. This could damage your receiver or amplifier. Be sure the connections are secure before you plug in the receiver or amplifier and turn it on.
Maintaining Your 201® Series IV Speakers Troubleshooting Problem What to do No sound • Make sure the receiver or amplifier is plugged in and turned on. • Check to be sure the AC power (mains) outlet is working. • Disconnect any headphones plugged into the headphone jack. • Make sure the receiver or amplifier is not set to MUTE. • Refer to the owner’s guide that came with your receiver or amplifier. • Check all connections at both the speaker and the receiver or amplifier end.
Maintaining Your 201® Series IV Speakers Cleaning the speakers Clean the surface of your speakers with a soft, damp cloth. A mild soap may be used, but do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. Do not use any sprays near the system or allow liquids to spill into any openings. The speaker grille panel is easily removed by pulling it gently away from the speaker. The grille may be gently vacuumed to remove dust.
Product Information Technical information Features Direct/Reflecting® speaker design Dual FrequencyTM crossover network Stereo Targeting® technology Syncom® computer quality control Driver complement (per enclosure) One (1) 61⁄2" (16 cm) woofer One (1) 2" (5 cm) high-sensitivity tweeter Compatibility/Impedance Compatible with amplifiers and receivers rated from 10 to 120 watts per channel, rated 8 ohms Wire recommendations Based on a maximum frequencies response deviation of ±0.
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