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The Bose® Acoustimass® 15 Series II and Acoustimass 16 Home Entertainment Speaker Systems August 13 , 2002 AM264924_00_V.pdf Bose Corporation
The Bose® Acoustimass® 15 Series II and Acoustimass 16 Home Entertainment Speaker Systems August 13 , 2002 AM264924_00_V.pdf Bose Corporation
Owner's guide
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... Safety Instructions page enclosed with your records The system serial number is intended to alert the user to follow this owner's guide. ©2002 Bose Corporation. CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as marked on the system, is located on the apparatus. All rights reserved. 2 ... RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. These CAUTION marks may be located on the Acoustimass module: The lightning flash with this owner's guide carefully. Please save your system properly, and enjoy all of its advanced features. ...
... Safety Instructions page enclosed with your records The system serial number is intended to alert the user to follow this owner's guide. ©2002 Bose Corporation. CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as marked on the system, is located on the apparatus. All rights reserved. 2 ... RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. These CAUTION marks may be located on the Acoustimass module: The lightning flash with this owner's guide carefully. Please save your system properly, and enjoy all of its advanced features. ...
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... information 16 Warranty period 17 Accessories 17 3 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 Setting Up 4 Before you begin 4 Unpacking the carton 4 Placing your speakers to achieve realistic home theater sound 5 Front center cube speaker array 6 Front left and right cube speaker arrays 7 Rear cube speaker arrays 7 Powered Acoustimass® module 7 Connecting...
... information 16 Warranty period 17 Accessories 17 3 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 Setting Up 4 Before you begin 4 Unpacking the carton 4 Placing your speakers to achieve realistic home theater sound 5 Front center cube speaker array 6 Front left and right cube speaker arrays 7 Rear cube speaker arrays 7 Powered Acoustimass® module 7 Connecting...
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... in a surround-sound performance, you to the rear cube speaker arrays. The sound mix varies with the powered Acoustimass module, reproduce the full-spectrum of the Bose® Acoustimass® 15 series II or Acoustimass 16 home entertainment speaker system. You can also enjoy a wide variety of the action because sounds and special effects are...
... in a surround-sound performance, you to the rear cube speaker arrays. The sound mix varies with the powered Acoustimass module, reproduce the full-spectrum of the Bose® Acoustimass® 15 series II or Acoustimass 16 home entertainment speaker system. You can also enjoy a wide variety of the action because sounds and special effects are...
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... speaker arrays can be upgraded by adding a center rear cube speaker array. Please follow wall bracket instructions carefully. Note: The Acoustimass 15 Series II may want to place the speakers differently to prevent interference with a TV picture. • The top and ...Bose® wall brackets and floor stands can extend your speakers to achieve realistic home theater sound A suggested guidelines for placing your speaker system: • The cube speaker arrays are identical and can be used for front center cube speaker array With Acoustimass 15 Series II system With Acoustimass 16...
... speaker arrays can be upgraded by adding a center rear cube speaker array. Please follow wall bracket instructions carefully. Note: The Acoustimass 15 Series II may want to place the speakers differently to prevent interference with a TV picture. • The top and ...Bose® wall brackets and floor stands can extend your speakers to achieve realistic home theater sound A suggested guidelines for placing your speaker system: • The cube speaker arrays are identical and can be used for front center cube speaker array With Acoustimass 15 Series II system With Acoustimass 16...
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..., glass, or highly polished wood. See the list of charge, by contacting Bose® Customer Service. Setting Up Figure 2 Suggested home theater layouts For Acoustimass® 15 Series II (26'--51m5)' CR RR L LR (0.26'm+ +) For Acoustimass 16 (62'--51m5)' CR L LR RR CR (0.26'm+ +) Figure 3 Sound patterns...screen. If you are placing the center cube speaker array on your TV set of four rubber feet provided. For Acoustimass 15 Series II For Acoustimass 16 Front center cube speaker array The front center cube speaker array localizes action and dialogue on top of your cube ...
..., glass, or highly polished wood. See the list of charge, by contacting Bose® Customer Service. Setting Up Figure 2 Suggested home theater layouts For Acoustimass® 15 Series II (26'--51m5)' CR RR L LR (0.26'm+ +) For Acoustimass 16 (62'--51m5)' CR L LR RR CR (0.26'm+ +) Figure 3 Sound patterns...screen. If you are placing the center cube speaker array on your TV set of four rubber feet provided. For Acoustimass 15 Series II For Acoustimass 16 Front center cube speaker array The front center cube speaker array localizes action and dialogue on top of your cube ...
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...that expand the visual image, bringing the viewer into the center of time. 7 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 Powered Acoustimass® module Bose® Acoustimass speaker technology takes advantage of the fact that it so that the source of pure bass sound is difficult to reach the... rear left and right rear cube speaker arrays to allow the sound to locate, so you have a center rear cube speaker array (Acoustimass 16 system or upgraded Acoustimass 15 Series II system), place it is at the same end of sight. Place the front cube speaker arrays on the bottom. •...
...that expand the visual image, bringing the viewer into the center of time. 7 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 Powered Acoustimass® module Bose® Acoustimass speaker technology takes advantage of the fact that it so that the source of pure bass sound is difficult to reach the... rear left and right rear cube speaker arrays to allow the sound to locate, so you have a center rear cube speaker array (Acoustimass 16 system or upgraded Acoustimass 15 Series II system), place it is at the same end of sight. Place the front cube speaker arrays on the bottom. •...
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... left ), R (right), or C (center) molded into the connectors. Be sure to match the correct cable with the Acoustimass 16 system or may be added to the Acoustimass module (Figure 5). For upgrading information, see "Upgrading your system. Audio Output Left Center Right Rear Rear Rear Audio Input Left... Center Right Front Front Front Setting Up Connecting the speakers CAUTION: Never connect the cube speaker arrays directly to the Acoustimass module 8 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 Check local building codes or enlist a qualified installer. Front speaker...
... left ), R (right), or C (center) molded into the connectors. Be sure to match the correct cable with the Acoustimass 16 system or may be added to the Acoustimass module (Figure 5). For upgrading information, see "Upgrading your system. Audio Output Left Center Right Rear Rear Rear Audio Input Left... Center Right Front Front Front Setting Up Connecting the speakers CAUTION: Never connect the cube speaker arrays directly to the Acoustimass module 8 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 Check local building codes or enlist a qualified installer. Front speaker...
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... to secure the wires. 2. Insert the marked wire into the red terminal and the plain wire into the black terminal. Release the tab to the Acoustimass module with a 50-foot (15m) speaker cable (Figure 5). Plug the other end of the cube speaker array. Rear speaker cables have two wires....to match the correct cable with LR (left front cube speaker array. 4. See "Upgrading your right as you have a center rear cube speaker array (Acoustimass 16 system or upgraded Acoustimass 15 Series II system), connect the wire pair marked CENTER REAR to the center rear cube speaker array.
... to secure the wires. 2. Insert the marked wire into the red terminal and the plain wire into the black terminal. Release the tab to the Acoustimass module with a 50-foot (15m) speaker cable (Figure 5). Plug the other end of the cube speaker array. Rear speaker cables have two wires....to match the correct cable with LR (left front cube speaker array. 4. See "Upgrading your right as you have a center rear cube speaker array (Acoustimass 16 system or upgraded Acoustimass 15 Series II system), connect the wire pair marked CENTER REAR to the center rear cube speaker array.
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... against each other . Note: The RCA plug of the system input cable to your surround receiver (see Figure 6). Setting Up Connecting the Acoustimass® module to the receiver The 20-foot (6.1m) system input cable connects the module to your surround receiver. CAUTION: Before making any... connections turn off your TV unless it from the AC (mains) outlet. CAUTION: Do not connect the powered Acoustimass module directly to the LFE/SUBWOOFER OUT jack. this cover for connection to your receiver and unplug it provides surround decoding circuitry and ampli...
... against each other . Note: The RCA plug of the system input cable to your surround receiver (see Figure 6). Setting Up Connecting the Acoustimass® module to the receiver The 20-foot (6.1m) system input cable connects the module to your surround receiver. CAUTION: Before making any... connections turn off your TV unless it from the AC (mains) outlet. CAUTION: Do not connect the powered Acoustimass module directly to the LFE/SUBWOOFER OUT jack. this cover for connection to your receiver and unplug it provides surround decoding circuitry and ampli...
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Audio Output Left Center Right Rear Rear Rear Audio Input Left Center Right Front Front Front Figure 6 Acoustimass® module to comfortably reach the surround receiver connections. 11 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 R L CENTER FRONT SPEAKERS A R L CENTER SURROUND SPEAKERS R L CENTER LFE/SUBWOOFER OUT Note: Cables may be separated or "unzipped" as much as needed to receiver connections Thumbscrews Setting Up FRONT SPEAKERS A R L CENTER Note: The center surround connection is used only when a center rear speaker is installed.
Audio Output Left Center Right Rear Rear Rear Audio Input Left Center Right Front Front Front Figure 6 Acoustimass® module to comfortably reach the surround receiver connections. 11 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 R L CENTER FRONT SPEAKERS A R L CENTER SURROUND SPEAKERS R L CENTER LFE/SUBWOOFER OUT Note: Cables may be separated or "unzipped" as much as needed to receiver connections Thumbscrews Setting Up FRONT SPEAKERS A R L CENTER Note: The center surround connection is used only when a center rear speaker is installed.
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... from the module to the cube speaker arrays (Figure 5 and Figure 6). Connecting the Acoustimass module to power Note: Bose® recommends using a quality surge suppressor on . See the list of Bose offices and phone numbers enclosed with 6.1 or 6 channel surround sound. When ... into an AC (mains) receptacle. Upgrading your Acoustimass 15 Series II speaker system Your Acoustimass 15 Series II speaker system can eliminate the vast majority of your surround receiver in your local authorized Bose retailer or call Bose directly. Voltage variations and spikes can result in...
... from the module to the cube speaker arrays (Figure 5 and Figure 6). Connecting the Acoustimass module to power Note: Bose® recommends using a quality surge suppressor on . See the list of Bose offices and phone numbers enclosed with 6.1 or 6 channel surround sound. When ... into an AC (mains) receptacle. Upgrading your Acoustimass 15 Series II speaker system Your Acoustimass 15 Series II speaker system can eliminate the vast majority of your surround receiver in your local authorized Bose retailer or call Bose directly. Voltage variations and spikes can result in...
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...Subwoofer ON * Applies to match the volume levels for a majority of the module. Using your digital surround sound receiver Your Acoustimass 16 or Acoustimass 15 Series II speakers are fully compatible with the output from electrical stress or overload. If the room sounds "boomy" or ... of recommended receiver settings. The cube speaker arrays should be set to LARGE in your digital surround sound receiver to Acoustimass 16 systems or upgraded Acoustimass 15 Series II systems. For upgrade information, see "Upgrading your selected location. The LFE, or subwoofer, is normal...
...Subwoofer ON * Applies to match the volume levels for a majority of the module. Using your digital surround sound receiver Your Acoustimass 16 or Acoustimass 15 Series II speakers are fully compatible with the output from electrical stress or overload. If the room sounds "boomy" or ... of recommended receiver settings. The cube speaker arrays should be set to LARGE in your digital surround sound receiver to Acoustimass 16 systems or upgraded Acoustimass 15 Series II systems. For upgrade information, see "Upgrading your selected location. The LFE, or subwoofer, is normal...
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For additional setup and operating information, please refer to the owner's guide that the digital audio signal from your DVD player reaches your surround receiver, connect the digital audio output from your DVD player to the digital audio input on your receiver (Figure 7). Instructions for testing and adjusting the balance of your surround receiver. Figure 7 Digital signal connections on the brand and model of each speaker. 14 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 Using your system Be sure to get the digital audio signal To be sure to WIDE. OR DIGITAL PLAY IN IN (...
For additional setup and operating information, please refer to the owner's guide that the digital audio signal from your DVD player reaches your surround receiver, connect the digital audio output from your DVD player to the digital audio input on your receiver (Figure 7). Instructions for testing and adjusting the balance of your surround receiver. Figure 7 Digital signal connections on the brand and model of each speaker. 14 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002 Using your system Be sure to get the digital audio signal To be sure to WIDE. OR DIGITAL PLAY IN IN (...
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...If you are correct (+ to the list of service of the DVD player with your Acoustimass® speaker system, turn off your sound source and try the following solutions. If you have a problem, contact your Bose® dealer to the receiver. Not enough or too much bass • Move the... powered Acoustimass module closer to a wall or corner to -). See the list of service of external components connected...
...If you are correct (+ to the list of service of the DVD player with your Acoustimass® speaker system, turn off your sound source and try the following solutions. If you have a problem, contact your Bose® dealer to the receiver. Not enough or too much bass • Move the... powered Acoustimass module closer to a wall or corner to -). See the list of service of external components connected...
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...any openings. Technical information Features Direct/Reflecting® speaker technology Virtually Invisible® speaker design Acoustimass speaker technology combined with Integrated Signal Processing Magnetically shielded cube speaker arrays Automatic system protection circuitry Syncom®...cm x 7.8 cm x 10.2 cm) / 2.4 lb (1.1 kg) Acoustimass module: 16.3"H x 8.1"W x 29.1"D (41.4 cm x 20.6 cm x 73.9 cm) / 45 lb (20.3 kg) Acoustimass module power rating Connectivity Packed system weight Acoustimass 15 Series II Acoustimass 16 USA/Canada: USA/Canada: 100-127V 50/60 Hz 400 W 100-...
...any openings. Technical information Features Direct/Reflecting® speaker technology Virtually Invisible® speaker design Acoustimass speaker technology combined with Integrated Signal Processing Magnetically shielded cube speaker arrays Automatic system protection circuitry Syncom®...cm x 7.8 cm x 10.2 cm) / 2.4 lb (1.1 kg) Acoustimass module: 16.3"H x 8.1"W x 29.1"D (41.4 cm x 20.6 cm x 73.9 cm) / 45 lb (20.3 kg) Acoustimass module power rating Connectivity Packed system weight Acoustimass 15 Series II Acoustimass 16 USA/Canada: USA/Canada: 100-127V 50/60 Hz 400 W 100-...
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Reference Warranty period Your Bose® Acoustimass® speaker system is covered by a limited transferable warranty. Please fill out the information section on the warranty card that came with existing wiring: ...: UB-20B (black), UB-20W (white) • Module input cable adapter for use with existing wiring: PN267138-001 (black) PN267138-002 (white) • Module-to Bose. Details of the warranty are provided on the card and mail it to -cube speaker array cable adapter for use with your system.
Reference Warranty period Your Bose® Acoustimass® speaker system is covered by a limited transferable warranty. Please fill out the information section on the warranty card that came with existing wiring: ...: UB-20B (black), UB-20W (white) • Module input cable adapter for use with existing wiring: PN267138-001 (black) PN267138-002 (white) • Module-to Bose. Details of the warranty are provided on the card and mail it to -cube speaker array cable adapter for use with your system.
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©2002 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA 264924 AM Rev.00 JN20951 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002
©2002 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA 264924 AM Rev.00 JN20951 AM264924_00 _V.pdf • August 13, 2002
Quick setup guide
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...; Snelle opstellingsgids • Vägledning för snabb montering 1 2 3 AcoHusotmimeaTssh-e6ater Speaker System 4 5 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Audio Input Left Center Right Front Front Front Right Rear Acoustimass 15 Series II System Acoustimass 16 System ? bose.com (26'--51m5)' C RR R L LR (0.26'm+ +) 4 6 FRONT SPEAKERS A R L CENTER SURROUND SPEAKERS R L CENTER LFE/SUBWOOFER OUT FRONT SPEAKERS A R L CENTER 7 89 Audio Output Left Rear...
...; Snelle opstellingsgids • Vägledning för snabb montering 1 2 3 AcoHusotmimeaTssh-e6ater Speaker System 4 5 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Audio Input Left Center Right Front Front Front Right Rear Acoustimass 15 Series II System Acoustimass 16 System ? bose.com (26'--51m5)' C RR R L LR (0.26'm+ +) 4 6 FRONT SPEAKERS A R L CENTER SURROUND SPEAKERS R L CENTER LFE/SUBWOOFER OUT FRONT SPEAKERS A R L CENTER 7 89 Audio Output Left Rear...