AM323023_Cover.fm Page 1 Monday, May 18, 2009 10:36 AM CINEMATE SERIES II CINEMATE GS SERIES II ® ® DIGITAL HOME THEATER SPEAKER SYSTEM CINEMATE® SERIES II and CINEMATE® GS SERIES II ©2009 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM323023 Rev.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page ii Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Español Deutsch English SAFETY INFORMATION Please read this guide Please take the time to follow the instructions in this guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy all of its advanced features. Please save this guide for future reference. The interface module is to be used only with the Acoustimass® module in the CineMate® system.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page iii Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 2 Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SYSTEM SETUP 4 1 Placing the system components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Connecting the speakers to the Acoustimass® module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3 Connecting the interface module . . . . . . . . . . . .
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 2 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Español Deutsch English INTRODUCTION Before you begin Thank you for purchasing the Bose® CineMate® system, which delivers the superb acoustic performance needed to enjoy the full audio impact of DVDs and other exciting home entertainment. The CineMate system comes in two configurations: • CineMate series II – includes the standard CineMate speakers and a simple remote control.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 3 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska INTRODUCTION Unpacking Carefully unpack your CineMate® system. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to transport your system. If any part of the system appears damaged, do not try to use it. Notify Bose or your authorized Bose dealer immediately. For Bose® contact information, refer to the address sheet included in the carton.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 4 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English SYSTEM SETUP 1 Placing the system components The image below shows one of the many ways you can position your system. What you need to use: 3f t or ( 1 m les ) s 3f t (1 m) o OR CineMate® GS series II Gemstone® speakers CineMate series II speakers 3f t or (1 m mo ) re rm ore Le ft Interface module Rig ht Acoustimass® module 4 See Steps 1-5 for details.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 5 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP 1. On the bottom of each speaker, attach one set of small rubber feet. 4. Place the Acoustimass module: • at the same end of the room as the speakers and your TV • at least 3 feet (1 meter) from the TV to prevent interference with the screen • at least 2.5 feet (.8 meters) from audio or video tapes to prevent magnetic damage to them 2.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 6 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English SYSTEM SETUP The interface module receives commands from the remote control and provides audio input connections for the CineMate® system. The remote control commands allow you to turn the speakers on, change the volume, and mute or turn off the speaker system. 5. Place the interface module: • on a flat surface near the TV and other home theater equipment • within 15 feet (4.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 7 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP 2 Connecting the speakers to the Acoustimass® module 1. Notice the two plugs at one end of the speaker cable. What you need to use: Speaker cable OR ® CineMate GS series II Gemstone® speakers CineMate series II speakers 2. Separate the two plugs so each one reaches a speaker.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 8 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English SYSTEM SETUP 3. Insert each plug into the connector on the proper speaker. The plug marked RIGHT goes into the speaker placed to the right of your TV (facing toward the TV). 4. Insert the single plug at the other end of the speaker cable into the connector labeled SPEAKERS on the back of the Acoustimass® module. (Refer to 1 for placement guidelines.) Fastener screws 5.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 9 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP 3 Connecting the interface module 1. Insert the plug from the interface module into the input connector on the back of the Acoustimass module. What you need to use: Fastener screws Interface module Acoustimass® module 2. Continue with 4 on the next page.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 10 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English SYSTEM SETUP 4 Connecting the TV audio to the interface module If your TV has audio output connectors, you can connect them to the CineMate® system. Your TV may have an optical connector, analog RCA connectors, or both. If your TV has both types of output connectors, you should use the optical connector. Using the optical connection gives you the highest-quality digital sound.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 11 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP Note: The interface module has both optical and analog connectors to accommodate a variety of TVs. When your TV is connected to the optical input on the interface module, the analog input cannot be used as a second audio input.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 12 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English SYSTEM SETUP 5 Connecting to a power outlet 1. Insert the large plug on the power cable into the power connector marked on the Acoustimass module. What you need to use: Acoustimass® module power cable 2. Plug the other cable end into the AC (mains) power.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 13 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP When you connect the CineMate® system to a power source, the green LED on the front of the interface module flashes for 10 seconds, then extinguishes, indicating that the system has been connected to power. Continue with 6 on the next page. When you press the remote control On-Off, Volume Up/ Down, or Mute button, the green LED on the interface module flashes.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 14 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English SYSTEM SETUP 6 Inserting the CineMate® GS remote batteries 2. Insert the two batteries, making sure to match the – and + symbols. The CineMate® GS series II remote control requires two AA batteries (supplied). The batteries go into the compartment on the back of the remote. To insert the batteries: 1. Slide the battery compartment cover off.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 15 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Italiano Français Nederlands Svenska CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Acoustimass® module bass control The bass control knob located on the rear of the Acoustimass module allows you to change the bass level of the system. The bass control knob is set at the factory to the middle position. To change the preset bass level: 1. Turn the bass control knob to the left to decrease the bass output of the Acoustimass module. 2.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 16 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English CONTROLS AND INDICATORS CineMate® series II remote control The CineMate series II remote control turns the power to your system on and off. It also controls the audio volume. Using the remote to control the CineMate system When you point the remote control at the interface module and press a button, the green LED on the interface module flashes.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 17 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CONTROLS AND INDICATORS CineMate® GS series II remote control The remote control provided with the CineMate GS series II system can be programmed to control your TV, DVD or Blu-ray disc player, cable/satellite box, VCR, and Digital Video Recorder (DVR).
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 18 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Using the remote to control the CineMate® system When you point the remote control at the interface module and press the On-Off, Volume, or Mute button, the green LED on the interface module flashes. Press On-Off to turn on the CineMate speaker system. Press again to turn the system off. Press Volume Up to raise the volume.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 19 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Follow the same procedure for each of your other devices, using the appropriate device code and source button for each one. To control a combination device • If you are programming the remote to control a combination device that has more than one source, such as a VCR/DVD unit, you can program the combination code into either remote control source.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 20 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Using the remote to watch a DVD Note: In order to control your TV and other audio/video devices using the remote control, you must first program the remote with a device code for each device. 1. Press TV On-Off to turn on your TV and the CineMate® speaker system. The green LED on the front of the interface module will light. 2.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 21 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Using the CineMate® GS series II remote control Note: In order to control your TV and other audio/video devices using the remote control, you must first program the remote with a device code for each device. • CBL-SAT: Selects the CBL-SAT source.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 22 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Menu and program selection Note: The menu and program selection buttons will control only one source at a time, depending on which source is selected on your remote (TV, CBL-SAT, DVD, VCR, or AUX). • Exits the Setup mode. • Exits the menu or Electronic Program Guide of the currently selected source (if supported).
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 23 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Play options • Rewinds or forwards the CD, DVD, VCR, or DVR. Note: The functionality of the play options buttons may vary depending on the brand of your device(s). Some features may not be supported by your brand. See your owner’s guide(s) for more information. • Starts instant replay for DVR (if supported).
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 24 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English CONTROLS AND INDICATORS • Switches between VCR and TV as the current video input source on your VCR or VCR combination device. • Switches between widescreen options and normal TV display (if supported). Cable-specific buttons These buttons operate cablespecific functions (if supported). TeleText buttons (Europe only) • Displays the list of DVR recorded programs (if supported).
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 25 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Italiano Français Nederlands Svenska CARE AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the CineMate® series II remote battery 2. Remove the used battery and replace with a new battery (CR2032 or DL2032). Refer to page ii for battery safety instructions. Be sure the battery is flat side up, with the + symbol in view. Replace the battery when the remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 26 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English CARE AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the CineMate® GS series II remote batteries Replace both batteries when the remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced. Alkaline batteries are recommended. Cleaning your speaker system • You can clean the surface of your speakers, Acoustimass® module, and interface module with a soft, damp cloth.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 27 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CARE AND MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Problem What to do No power • Unplug the Acoustimass® module power cord from the AC wall outlet for one minute. • Make sure the power cord is inserted securely into the Acoustimass module. • Reconnect the power cord firmly into an operating AC wall outlet. The green LED should flash 10 times, then extinguish (the system will then be in standby).
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 28 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English CARE AND MAINTENANCE Problem What to do Sound but no picture • Make sure the TV is turned on. • Check that the correct TV/Video input is selected. See “Selecting the TV input” on page 20. Remote control is inconsistent or does not work • • • • • • Sound is distorted • Make sure speaker cables are not damaged and the connections are secure.
00.Kaiser_OG.book Page 29 Friday, May 15, 2009 7:15 AM English Deutsch Español Italiano Français Nederlands Svenska REFERENCE Limited warranty Copyright and licenses Your CineMate® system is covered by a limited transferable warranty. Details of the limited warranty are provided on the product registration card that is included in the carton. Please refer to the card for instructions on how to register. Failure to register will not affect your limited warranty rights. ©2009 Bose Corporation.
AM323023_Cover.fm Page 1 Monday, May 18, 2009 10:36 AM CINEMATE SERIES II CINEMATE GS SERIES II ® ® DIGITAL HOME THEATER SPEAKER SYSTEM CINEMATE® SERIES II and CINEMATE® GS SERIES II ©2009 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM323023 Rev.