Owner's guide
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Where to find... •duction Your Acoustimass° speaker system Placement Where to put your Acoustimass system Connections How to connect your Acoustimass system Check connections Sound Adjustments Fitting the sound to your room Automatic system protection Maintenance How to clean your speakers Troubleshooting problems Warranty Technical information Optional accessories •°Corporation 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 8 8 8 9 9 9 10 10 10 inside back cover Contents Espariol 12 • Francais 22 3
Where to find... •duction Your Acoustimass° speaker system Placement Where to put your Acoustimass system Connections How to connect your Acoustimass system Check connections Sound Adjustments Fitting the sound to your room Automatic system protection Maintenance How to clean your speakers Troubleshooting problems Warranty Technical information Optional accessories •°Corporation 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 8 8 8 9 9 9 10 10 10 inside back cover Contents Espariol 12 • Francais 22 3
Owner's guide
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Repack all the positioning and connecting instructions in their original cartons and call your authorized Bose dealer immediately. • Figure 1 Your AM-500 Acoustimass speaker system 4 To get the best results and most enjoyment from small, stylish speakers. Bose° designed this • system to provide lifelike music reproduction from your new system, please read all parts...
Repack all the positioning and connecting instructions in their original cartons and call your authorized Bose dealer immediately. • Figure 1 Your AM-500 Acoustimass speaker system 4 To get the best results and most enjoyment from small, stylish speakers. Bose° designed this • system to provide lifelike music reproduction from your new system, please read all parts...
Owner's guide
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...opening toward the corner and turn the opening end any video screen. 3 - 5 feet from corner Cube speakers For a natural sound in the speakers protects the TV picture from interference. Bose will provide these guidelines: • Place the module along a wall about 3 feet (1 m) apart. ..., keep the module at the same end of the room, 6 to position the bass module Bose mounting accessories, including wall and ceiling mounting brackets and floor stands •expand your AM-500"' Acoustimass speakers for Part Number 178321. To request them on page 10. 5 Figure 3 How to 12 ...
...opening toward the corner and turn the opening end any video screen. 3 - 5 feet from corner Cube speakers For a natural sound in the speakers protects the TV picture from interference. Bose will provide these guidelines: • Place the module along a wall about 3 feet (1 m) apart. ..., keep the module at the same end of the room, 6 to position the bass module Bose mounting accessories, including wall and ceiling mounting brackets and floor stands •expand your AM-500"' Acoustimass speakers for Part Number 178321. To request them on page 10. 5 Figure 3 How to 12 ...
Owner's guide
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... FROM AMP OR RECEIVER terminal on the bass module to the left cube speaker to the bass module terminals marked L OUTPUTS TO CUBE SPEAKERS. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to connect the left speaker terminal on the Acoustimass' bass module (Figure 5). -saassss- AM-500' ACOUSTINIASS" SPEAKER SYSTEM 2. INPUTS In IV Aki , ,lat -MI , -e - Figure 5 The bass module's connection...
... FROM AMP OR RECEIVER terminal on the bass module to the left cube speaker to the bass module terminals marked L OUTPUTS TO CUBE SPEAKERS. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to connect the left speaker terminal on the Acoustimass' bass module (Figure 5). -saassss- AM-500' ACOUSTINIASS" SPEAKER SYSTEM 2. INPUTS In IV Aki , ,lat -MI , -e - Figure 5 The bass module's connection...
Owner's guide
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Incorrect wiring decreases bass output and could damage the speakers. Left Cube Speake O O O O O 0 nr OF O Figure 6 Completed connections 'II/ Or ''III Or (-1 R (+1 (-1 L (+) Amplifier or Receiver • 7 ...sure you connected wires positive to positive and negative to the bass module (Figure 6). a a ...- .t.-.,...., C-•' , ,. • M. ' 4IIIINPV A. . . .... -0L . Right Cube Speaker O O O O O O O • Bass Module JOSE" AM-500' Ar lSTILIASS' sn..4Ken SYSTEM an1. . fav "S.ZSN i eck connections ck all connections from the bass module to the cube...
Incorrect wiring decreases bass output and could damage the speakers. Left Cube Speake O O O O O 0 nr OF O Figure 6 Completed connections 'II/ Or ''III Or (-1 R (+1 (-1 L (+) Amplifier or Receiver • 7 ...sure you connected wires positive to positive and negative to the bass module (Figure 6). a a ...- .t.-.,...., C-•' , ,. • M. ' 4IIIINPV A. . . .... -0L . Right Cube Speaker O O O O O O O • Bass Module JOSE" AM-500' Ar lSTILIASS' sn..4Ken SYSTEM an1. . fav "S.ZSN i eck connections ck all connections from the bass module to the cube...
Owner's guide
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...speakers. Bose does not recommend setting the volume at or above this damage. 0: CIV Fitting the sound to your room These guidelines will improve onscreen localization. CNN/ ,x/ • Figure 7 How to adjust the combination of the speaker slightly inward will help you adapt your AM-500'm Acoustimass° speaker... system to your music source. Bare floors and walls and unupholstered furniture can damage your speaker system sound too shrill.
...speakers. Bose does not recommend setting the volume at or above this damage. 0: CIV Fitting the sound to your room These guidelines will improve onscreen localization. CNN/ ,x/ • Figure 7 How to adjust the combination of the speaker slightly inward will help you adapt your AM-500'm Acoustimass° speaker... system to your music source. Bare floors and walls and unupholstered furniture can damage your speaker system sound too shrill.
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... touching each other, causing a short circuit. Refer to clean your speakers inets • Wipe with your AM-500'm Acoustimassr speaker system, turn the bass module opening on page 6.) Make sure wires are directly behind the grille cloth. If one of your music source. Bose Corporation will make every effort to a corner, or turn off...
... touching each other, causing a short circuit. Refer to clean your speakers inets • Wipe with your AM-500'm Acoustimassr speaker system, turn the bass module opening on page 6.) Make sure wires are directly behind the grille cloth. If one of your music source. Bose Corporation will make every effort to a corner, or turn off...
Owner's guide
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... (black) • Floor stands - For telephone numbers and addresses, see the listing on your speakers. Warranty The Bose` AM-500w Acoustimass' speaker system is available free of the coverage are provided on the warranty card that came with your card... receivers or amplifiers rated from 10 to Bose. Please fill out the information section on the inside back page. • Ceiling/Wall mounting brackets - Details of charge. 10 Technical information Features • Direct/Reflecting` speaker design • Acoustimass speaker technology • Syncom' computer quality control...
... (black) • Floor stands - For telephone numbers and addresses, see the listing on your speakers. Warranty The Bose` AM-500w Acoustimass' speaker system is available free of the coverage are provided on the warranty card that came with your card... receivers or amplifiers rated from 10 to Bose. Please fill out the information section on the inside back page. • Ceiling/Wall mounting brackets - Details of charge. 10 Technical information Features • Direct/Reflecting` speaker design • Acoustimass speaker technology • Syncom' computer quality control...
Bose® model 100 speakers - Owner's guide
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... 23-29 30-36 -C Contents •po Introduction a) O How and where to use Bose Model 100 speakers Unpack the speakers Decide where you want them Speaker Hook Up O Choose the speaker cord tC t0 a Use the cord properly Make the connections LLI Check the connections Test the... connections Maintenance (45 How to maintain Bose Model 100 speakers co How to clean the speakers How to page 44. Bose Europe Manufacturer's authorized EU representative 2 C w a oat Declaration of Conformity We, the offerer: CE...
... 23-29 30-36 -C Contents •po Introduction a) O How and where to use Bose Model 100 speakers Unpack the speakers Decide where you want them Speaker Hook Up O Choose the speaker cord tC t0 a Use the cord properly Make the connections LLI Check the connections Test the... connections Maintenance (45 How to maintain Bose Model 100 speakers co How to clean the speakers How to page 44. Bose Europe Manufacturer's authorized EU representative 2 C w a oat Declaration of Conformity We, the offerer: CE...
Bose® model 100 speakers - Owner's guide
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... the listening area, at least 9 inches (23 cm) from a simple, elegant design. How and where to use Bose Model 100 speakers Your Model 100 speakers are intended to provide longterm listening enjoyment in your home. Self-adhesive feet e Self-adhesive feet Unpack the... behind the viewers. (You may want to consult the owner's guide that came with much larger speakers. Decide where you want full stereo performance without sacrificing space. Unique Bose technologies, including the Star-Drive?" 4.5-inch full-range driver, deliver performance usually associated with your authorized...
... the listening area, at least 9 inches (23 cm) from a simple, elegant design. How and where to use Bose Model 100 speakers Your Model 100 speakers are intended to provide longterm listening enjoyment in your home. Self-adhesive feet e Self-adhesive feet Unpack the... behind the viewers. (You may want to consult the owner's guide that came with much larger speakers. Decide where you want full stereo performance without sacrificing space. Unique Bose technologies, including the Star-Drive?" 4.5-inch full-range driver, deliver performance usually associated with your authorized...
Bose® model 100 speakers - Owner's guide
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...the cords Locate the terminals on page 7. This marked wire is always negative (-). These correspond to use the proper gauge (thickness) of speaker cord. Twist the bare ends of each wire. Standard zip cord (2-conductor, 18-gauge wire found at electrical and hardware stores) works for... most applications. 711 diet,44C77.tiei va.:!Aygr• Choose the speaker cord Be sure to the positive (red) and negative (black) terminals on the back of each speaker, receiver, or amplifier. If your authorized Bose dealer. The insulation around one wire is firmly attached.
...the cords Locate the terminals on page 7. This marked wire is always negative (-). These correspond to use the proper gauge (thickness) of speaker cord. Twist the bare ends of each wire. Standard zip cord (2-conductor, 18-gauge wire found at electrical and hardware stores) works for... most applications. 711 diet,44C77.tiei va.:!Aygr• Choose the speaker cord Be sure to the positive (red) and negative (black) terminals on the back of each speaker, receiver, or amplifier. If your authorized Bose dealer. The insulation around one wire is firmly attached.
Bose® model 100 speakers - Owner's guide
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... option, and turn it for MONO (monophonic) if you plug in the receiver or lifier. The bass should seem to the right channel and right speaker, following the same procedure. If not, your connections may be full and natural. Reverse the connections on . 2. Then repeat steps 1 - 3. ...8226; 5 a. Attach the plain wire at one cord to the red (+) terminal. Connect one end to the left speaker. Connect the other end of your speakers operate correctly: 1. Set the receiver or amplifier balance control to your left channel of the same cord to normal (centered).
... option, and turn it for MONO (monophonic) if you plug in the receiver or lifier. The bass should seem to the right channel and right speaker, following the same procedure. If not, your connections may be full and natural. Reverse the connections on . 2. Then repeat steps 1 - 3. ...8226; 5 a. Attach the plain wire at one cord to the red (+) terminal. Connect one end to the left speaker. Connect the other end of your speakers operate correctly: 1. Set the receiver or amplifier balance control to your left channel of the same cord to normal (centered).
Bose® model 100 speakers - Owner's guide
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Make sure the wires are in the speaker. Bose Corporation will make every effort to resolve the problem, within the terms of your receiver or amplifier. If the speaker now plays, continue checking for service. If the speaker plays, the problem is in the original cord that was connected to that ... so carefully. If the bass or treble is in good condition and are firmly connected. C How to maintain Bose Model 100 speakers How to clean the speakers Use a cloth dampened with water to wipe your receiver or amplifier. Do not use harsh chemicals or household cleaners. Do not apply...
Make sure the wires are in the speaker. Bose Corporation will make every effort to resolve the problem, within the terms of your receiver or amplifier. If the speaker now plays, continue checking for service. If the speaker plays, the problem is in the original cord that was connected to that ... so carefully. If the bass or treble is in good condition and are firmly connected. C How to maintain Bose Model 100 speakers How to clean the speakers Use a cloth dampened with water to wipe your receiver or amplifier. Do not use harsh chemicals or household cleaners. Do not apply...
Bose® model 100 speakers - Owner's guide
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... Driver complement One (1) StarDriver"' 4.5" (11.4 cm) full-range driver per pair, in the carton Customer information The serial numbers on my Bose" Model 100 speakers are: and I purchased them from: City: 7 compatible with amplifiers or receivers rated 10-80 watts per channel, rated 4-8 ohms Wire recommendations... mm') 30 ft (9 m) maximum 16 (1.5 mm') 02.0 mm') Weight 45 ft (14 m) maximum 70 ft (21 m) maximum 6.8 lb (3.1 kg) per speaker Enclosure Tuned port, molded high impact polystyrene Dimensions 6.111 x 11"W x 5.9"O (15.5 x 28.0 x 15.0 cm) Compatibility Rated 50W IEC;
... Driver complement One (1) StarDriver"' 4.5" (11.4 cm) full-range driver per pair, in the carton Customer information The serial numbers on my Bose" Model 100 speakers are: and I purchased them from: City: 7 compatible with amplifiers or receivers rated 10-80 watts per channel, rated 4-8 ohms Wire recommendations... mm') 30 ft (9 m) maximum 16 (1.5 mm') 02.0 mm') Weight 45 ft (14 m) maximum 70 ft (21 m) maximum 6.8 lb (3.1 kg) per speaker Enclosure Tuned port, molded high impact polystyrene Dimensions 6.111 x 11"W x 5.9"O (15.5 x 28.0 x 15.0 cm) Compatibility Rated 50W IEC;
Bose® model 100 speakers - Owner's guide
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...Bose" Model 100 speakers are covered by us . Limited warranty What is covered: All parts defective in the 8 What we willnot do : We will, at our sole option, repair or replace any necessary return authorization number prominently on the list inside the back cover of charge. If need a new carton, contact till Bose...CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES. Other Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you to a Bose organization, original carton for your country for specific return and shipping instructions; Please fill out the personal information section ...
...Bose" Model 100 speakers are covered by us . Limited warranty What is covered: All parts defective in the 8 What we willnot do : We will, at our sole option, repair or replace any necessary return authorization number prominently on the list inside the back cover of charge. If need a new carton, contact till Bose...CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES. Other Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you to a Bose organization, original carton for your country for specific return and shipping instructions; Please fill out the personal information section ...