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Table of Contents Introduction About your Bose® Acoustimass® stereo speaker system..................................................................................................................... 4 System features.................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Unpacking the system .......................................................................................
Introduction About your Bose® Acoustimass® stereo speaker system The Bose Acoustimass stereo speaker system delivers spacious, true sound from small, h igh-performance speakers for consistent audio performance regardless of content, source or room layout. System Features • Bose Acoustimass speaker technology delivers full, natural audio performance. • Hideaway Acoustimass module provides impactful bass sound.
Setting Up Placement guidelines Place the system outside of and away from metal cabinets, other audio/video components and direct heat sources. Acoustimass® Module • Stand the module on its rubber feet along a wall within 5 ft. (1.5 m) of the corner. To increase bass, move the module closer to a corner. • Choose a stable and level surface. Vibration can cause the module to move, p articularly on smooth surfaces like marble, glass or highly polished wood. • Leave at least 2 in.
Setting Up Connecting the speakers to the Acoustimass module Use the two provided speaker cables to connect your speakers to the Acoustimass module. CAUTION: Turn off and unplug all components before making the connections. 1. Insert the left speaker cable’s L plug into the left speaker, with the label facing down. 2. Insert the right speaker cable’s R plug into the right speaker, with the label facing down.
Setting Up Connecting the Acoustimass® module to your receiver or amplifier The speaker wires without plugs connect the Acoustimass module to your receiver or amplifier. Your speaker system works with receivers or amplifiers rated from 10 to 200 watts per channel with 4 to 8 ohm impedance. Refer to your receiver or amplifier owner’s guide. CAUTION: Incorrect wiring results in little or no bass output and could damage the system. 1.
Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Problem What to do Distorted or no sound • Disconnect the amplifier or receiver from the system, and reconnect the Acoustimass® module to another amplifier or receiver that is working properly. If the system now works, the problem is in your amplifier or receiver. • Power off the amplifier or receiver and check all the connections between the speakers, the module, and amplifier or receiver.
Techincal Information Compatibility Compatible with receivers or amplifiers rated from 4 – 8 ohms Compatible with receivers or amplifiers rated from 10 – 100 watts per channel IEC rating: 50 watts per channel Wire recommendations Based on maximum frequency response deviation of ±0.5 dB. Gauge Length 18 (0.75 mm ) 30 ft (9 m) maximum 16 (1.
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