Bose Companion 3
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1. MULTIMEDIA SPEAKERS Owner s Guide Gu a de usario Notice d utilisation go Jaret ja Be FE EP Pone SAFETY INFORMATION Please read this owner s guide Please take the time to follow this owner s guide carefully It will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy its advanced features Please save your owner s guide for future reference A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this system to rain or moisture A WARNING The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and objects filled with liquids such as vases shall not be placed on the apparatus As with any electronic products use care not to spill liquids into any part of the system Liquids can cause a failure and or fire hazard RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK N RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK ATTENTION POUR REDUIRE LE RISQUE DE DECHARGE i LECTRIQUE NE RETIREZ PAS LE COUVERCLE OU DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK L ARRI RE IL NE SE TROUVE L INT RIEUR AUCUNE NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE PI CE POUVANT TRE R PAR E PAR L USAGER REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL S ADRESSER UN R PARATEUR COMP TENT These CAUTION marks are located on the rear panel of the Acoustimass module The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un2. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time to prevent damage to this product Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servic ing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is dam aged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 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 CONTENTS GETTING STARTED Congratulations on your COIE Unpacking the Carton paras Nae aie Gee ea he eal Weare O Seed ew a Ba bie eM AA aoe SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Placing your SySteM 20s c0 eee sence oo bees eae E been plata re Positioning the Acoustimass module 00 cect Positioning the Speakers sss eden oes aid tak oa See a ee mS Ried bee ee gaia dere ea a E Making CONNECTIONS aeren A ay ES etre ee eel eG Ah Se ee iaa Connecting the speakers to the Module 2 eee Connecting the power cord sos ees Pees ee es ewe via ald a UR a Re oe er ea ral aioe Connecting Other Sources oxida a ta ie do SE Ge ee Sead aw Gee gaye the Weta USING YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM Controlling the syStem yi sasaa ea a a Pe ete ea Get Dee a eee Bea ed Balancing tone for
3. Corporation Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Information about products that Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accor generate electrical noise dance with the manufacturer s instructions To ensure If applicable this equipment has been tested and found to com reliable operation of the product and to protect it from ply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 overheating put the product in a position and location that of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable will not interfere with its proper ventilation For example do protection against harmful interference in a residential installa imi tion This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio fre not place the product ne bed sofa or similar Surface that quency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with may block the ventilation openings Do not put it in a built in the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio commu system such as a bookcase or a cabinet that may keep air nications However this is no guarantee that interference will not from flowing through its ventilation openings occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause E harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators determined by turning the equipment off and on you are encour heat registers stoves or
4. The Acoustimass module functions as the unseen part of the system When placed under or behind furniture for example it plays an invisible role in producing lifelike sound Keep the module e Positioned on a flat surface e Within reach of an AC mains power outlet e With the rear of the module at least 3 inches 8 cm from a wall e With the front aimed away from the wall to decrease or toward the wall to increase bass e At least 6 inches 15 cm from your computer monitor or TV to avoid interference from the module which is not magnetically shielded e Where nothing blocks the openings on the back of the module which provide ventilation to prevent overheating during use e Away from heat sources radiators baseboards quartz heater etc e Resting on the bottom surface not on the top a side or either end Figure 3 Ventilation openings IOS SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Other suggestions e Use the supplied audio input cable which allows for placement of the module up to 6 feet 2 m from your sound source e To place the module farther from the source use a shielded audio input extension cable available from retail electronics stores Positioning the speakers The supplied speaker cables allow the speakers to be set up within 6 feet 2 m of the module The speakers are designed for desktop placement on stands that lift them slightly above the surface or for resting directly on it If you prefer to use the
5. the sound you like 2 1 teens TroubleshOoting 10 Satake tes EEA es Pee Soa ah ged ieee Guage cas Pd tee a REFERENCE Cleaning the system oriras acada aeaii ee eee eee ee Contacting Customer Servie resp a caia whee eee eed oe ee Fk Ghee AAA AA swale es Read Limited Warranty si occ d Se E its Technical Inf rmate rea naaa es oy atthe le A Gand hn Pe lth A LA AA ce For your records The system serial number is located on the bottom of the Acoustimass module Serial number Dealer name Dealer phone We suggest you keep your sales receipt together with this owner s guide Now would be a good time to register your product online at www bose com register O O pa 0o00o ANN N 4 11 11 12 12 go Jaret ja Be FE EP Pone GETTING STARTED Congratulations on your choice Thank you for purchasing the Bose Companion 3 Series Il multimedia speaker system Bose designed this amplified system to provide true to life stereo performance for music computer games and video plus high quality sound from a variety of desktop audio sources Unique features make this system a superior choice for home or office workspaces Companion 3 multimedia speaker system benefits include e Small speakers and an easy to hide Acoustimass module that keep your workspace clutter free e TrueSpace stereo signal processing for a wide soundstage from speakers positioned close together e Control pod for at hand vo
6. Connecting any other electronic device to these jacks may damage your speaker system o O To Speakers WARNING Connect only to satellite speakers provided 2 Insert the control pod cable into the jack labeled To Control Pod on the rear of the module Be sure the cable connector is right side up with the arrow showing Figure 6 E g Arrow indicator To Control Pod yY 3 Insert the connector on one end of the supplied audio input cable into the jack labeled From Computer on the rear of the module Connect the other end to the audio output jack on your computer Figure 7 Right Left speaker Acoustimass Module speaker To AC outlet Speakers DAS O SLL I A From REN Computer O gt Computer e r al Control Pod Power cord Control Pod Ay Note If your sound source has phono jacks instead of a stereo mini jack use an audio adapter cable available from retail electronics stores Connect the adapter to the audio input cable and insert the adapter into the phono jacks on your source SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 10 Connecting the power cord Plugging in and turning on the Acoustimass module is the final step before using the system 1 Insert the small connector end of the power cord into the AC INPUT jack on the module 2 Plug th
7. ause Contact Bose Customer Service If the problem switches to the other speaker the one that previously performed a defective output channel on the sound source may be the cause Try a different source If this does not resolve the problem the Acousti mass module may be the cause Contact Bose Customer Service e Check balance levels on your sound source REFERENCE Cleaning the system Wipe the speakers and module with a dry cloth e Do not use solvents or chemicals e Do not allow liquids or objects to enter the rear panel or the front port of the module the speaker grilles or any part of the control pod Contacting Customer Service Limited warranty For additional help in solving problems contact Bose Customer Service Refer to the address sheet included in the carton This system is covered by a transferable limited warranty Details of the limited warranty are provided on the Product Registration Card that came with your system Please fill out the information section on the card and mail it to Bose Failure to do so however will not affect your limited warranty rights Technical Information Driver complement Two magnetically shielded 2 inch 5 0 cm long throw wide range transducers One 5 25 inch 13 3 cm woofer Power rating USA Canada 120V 50 60 Hz International 220 240V 50 60 Hz Japan 100V 50 60 Hz Dimensions approximate Speakers on stand 6 H x 3 W x 3 D 15
8. cm x 8 6 cm x 8 2 cm Speakers without stand 2 H x 2 W x 2 D 6 3 cm x 7 1 cm x 6 3 cm Acoustimass module 8 H x 6 W x 13 D 21 7 cm x 17 2 cm x 34 8 cm Control pod 2 Dia x 1 H 6 3 cm x 2 8 cm Weight approximate One speaker unpacked 0 8 Ib 0 4 kg Acoustimass module unpacked 14 7 Ib 6 7 kg Control pod 0 5 Ib 0 2 kg 13 BOSGSE Better sound through researcho 2006 Bose Corporation The Mountain Framingham MA 01701 9168 USA AM296583 Rev 01
9. e jack jack Controlling the volume To adjust the sound level using your speaker system controls For volume Rotate the outer band on the control pod clockwise to increase or counter clockwise to decrease the volume Figure 8 For mute Gently press the mute touch control on the pod To unmute press again The control pod LED light turns yellow when the system is muted and green when it is active To use the sound source volume control instead of the control pod e Rotate the outer band on the control pod clockwise until it approaches maximum volume Use the volume control on your computer or other sound source to adjust the level as you listen 2 Note Setting a source volume control to the highest level may activate the speaker system s internal protection circuity and reduce speaker volume 11 USING YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM Troubleshooting 12 Balancing tone for the sound you like The acoustics of your room affects the sound you hear there Upholstered furniture carpets and drapes absorb sound which can muffle the treble high frequencies Bare floors walls and furniture have the opposite effect and can make the treble sound shrill A bass compensation control on the Acoustimass module enables you to balance the tones you hear There are two ways to adjust the bass e Turn the control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease bass Reposition the module To increase bass turn the front
10. e large connector into an AC power mains outlet 3 Turn the power switch located on the back of the Acoustimass module to ON On the control pod the LED turns yellow to indicate the system is on and is ready for use Connecting other sources The control pod features two jacks one for connection directly to another sound source and the other for a headphone e To connect an external CD or MP3 player to your system plug the cable from the sound source output jack into the input jack on the control pod See Figure 8 on page 11 e To connect headphones insert the connector on the headphone cable into the headphone jack Q on the control pod This connection mutes the sound from the speakers USING YOUR SPEAKER SYSTEM Controlling the system To begin using your Companion 3 speaker system Figure 8 1 Be sure your computer or other sound source is turned on 2 If you have not yet done so also turn on the power switch on the rear of the Acousti mass module If the LED on the control pod is yellow touch the top of the control pod to activate the system The light then turns green Figure 8 TAE Bass compensation Switches and settings T a Mute noe touch control Pewee LED O Ue Volume A A control Power switch UU Headphone Sound sourc
11. insulated dangerous voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle as marked on the system is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instruction in this owner s guide Class B emissions This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Canada only A WARNING To prevent electric shock match the wide blade of the line cord plug to the wide slot of the AC mains receptacle Insert fully A WARNING Do not place computer monitors floppy disks hard drives or other magnetic media within 6 inches of the Acoustimass module The magnetic field produced by this module can erase magnetic media and interfere with the monitor A WARNING No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus A CAUTION Long term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage It is best to avoid extreme volume when using headphones especially for extended periods This product conforms to the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and to the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC The C complete Declaration of Conformity can be found at www bose com static compliance index html d Notes e The product label is located on the bottom of the product e Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device
12. lume adjustments and mute capability plus jacks to connect headphones or external equipment like a CD player MP3 player or other audio source e Magnetic shielding that allows speaker placement next to your monitor or television without on screen color distortion Unpacking the carton Figure 1 Carton contents Carefully unpack your speakers and save all of the packing materials which provide the safest means for shipping or transporting Check to be sure your system includes all of the parts Figure 1 If any part of the system appears damaged do not attempt to use it Notify your authorized Bose dealer immediately Or to contact Bose directly refer to the address sheet included in the carton Acoustimass module Speakers Owner s guide A WARNING To avoid danger of suffocation keep plastic bags out of the reach of children Now is a good time to copy the serial number located on the back of the Acoustimass module into the form labeled For your records on page 5 SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Placing your system Figure 2 Recommended system placement Figure 3 Module placement The following guidelines are offered as an aid in placing the speakers and the Acoustimass module to provide outstanding performance Figure 2 Feel free to set up the system where it is most convenient and provides the sound you enjoy Acoustimass module Positioning the Acoustimass module
13. of the module toward a wall or other nearby surface To decrease bass aim the front from the wall Problem What to do The speaker system does not play e Make sure all connections are secure See Making connections on page 8 Check your speaker wires for damage or frays which can cause an open or short circuit Be sure that the sound source is plugged in and playing at an audible volume Make sure the power is on and the system is not muted The LED on the control pod should be green when unmuted If using a PC check your sound card settings to make sure the Digital output only setting is turned OFF This setting is typically found in the Options menu of the volume control icon This icon is usually located in the lower right hand corner of the Windows desktop The speaker system sound seems distorted e Decrease the volume of the sound source and increase the speaker system volume using the control pod One speaker does not perform or sounds distorted e Check connections from the speakers control pod and computer to the Acoustimass module See Making connections on page 8 Be sure the cable from the unheard speaker is firmly inserted in the proper To Speaker jack on the module e Switch the connection of both speakers to jacks on the rear of the Acoustimass module If this does not resolve the problem for the originally unheard speaker this speaker may be the c
14. other apparatus including aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the fol amplifiers that produce heat lowing measures Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has e Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than two blades and a third grounding prong The wider blade a one to which tha receiver is a oe or third prong are provided for your safety If the pro vided plug does not fit in your outlet consult an electri cian for replacement of the obsolete outlet e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help i Ay Note Unauthorized modification of the receiver or radio remote Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched control could void the user s authority to operate this equipment particulary at plugs convenience feceptacles and the This product complies with the Canadian ICES 003 Class B point where they exit from the apparatus specifications Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manu facturer or sold with the apparatus 2 When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination QA to avoid injury from tip over
15. speakers without stands removing them is simple Figure 4 After removing a speaker from the stand apply the supplied rubber feet to the bottom surface for stability A CAUTION Choose a stable level surface for the speakers and stands Vibration can cause Figure 4 Removing a speaker from the stand a and applying rubber feet b to the speaker them to move particularly on smooth surfaces like a desktop Keep the speakers e Up to 3 feet 91 cm from the sides of the screen e At equal distance on each side of the computer monitor or TV and slightly angled away from it Figure 2 on page 7 a Making connections Custom cables supplied with this system simplify connections to the labeled jacks on the rear of the Acoustimass module Figure 7 CAUTION Do not plug the Acoustimass module into an AC power mains outlet until all the source components are connected to the module Figure 5 Speaker connection jacks Figure 6 Proper control pod cable connection Figure 7 Labels on the module for ease in making connections SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Connecting the speakers to the module The speakers control pod and computer all connect directly to the Acoustimass module 1 Insert the connector on each speaker cable into the corresponding L or R jack labeled To Speakers on the rear of the Acoustimass module Figure 5 CAUTION Connect only Companion 3 speakers to these jacks
16. such disconnect device shall remain readily operable e The product must be used indoors It is neither designed nor tested for use outdoors in recreation vehicles or on boats 2006 Bose Corporation No part of this work may be reproduced modified distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission Design and specifications subject to change without notice Important Safety Instructions 10 11 12 13 14 Read these instructions for all components before using 15 To prevent risk of fire or electric shock avoid overload this product ing wall outlets extension cords or integral conve Keep these instructions for future reference nience receptacles Heed all warnings on the product and in the owner s 16 Do not let objects or liquids enter the product as they guide may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Follow all instructions 17 See product enclosure bottom for safety related Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture Do i A markings not use this product near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink mg l laundry tub in a wet basement near a swimming pool or 18 Use proper power sources Plug the product into a proper anywhere else that water or moisture are present power source as described in the operating instructions or Clean only with a dry cloth and as directed by Bose as marked on e product
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