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The Bose® Acoustimass® - 6 Home Theater Speaker System Owner's Guide December 20, 2001 AM189815_04_V.pdf
The Bose® Acoustimass® - 6 Home Theater Speaker System Owner's Guide December 20, 2001 AM189815_04_V.pdf
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...; speakers you We appreciate your choice of the Bose® Acoustimass®-6 home theater speaker system. Declaration of Conformity We, the offerer: Bose® Corporation, The Mountain Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA acknowledge our sole responsibility, that the product: Kind of equipment: Type designation: Loudspeakers Acoustimass® -6 Home Theater Speakers in accordance with EMC...
...; speakers you We appreciate your choice of the Bose® Acoustimass®-6 home theater speaker system. Declaration of Conformity We, the offerer: Bose® Corporation, The Mountain Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA acknowledge our sole responsibility, that the product: Kind of equipment: Type designation: Loudspeakers Acoustimass® -6 Home Theater Speakers in accordance with EMC...
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...for your speakers 7 Left and right front cube speakers 7 Center cube speaker 8 Surround cube speakers 8 Acoustimass module 9 Connect the speakers 10 Connect the Acoustimass module to the center and front cube speakers ...... 10 Connect the module to the surround cube speakers 11...How to set your Dolby Digital (AC-3) receiver 14 Maintaining Your Acoustimass-6 Speakers Troubleshooting ...15 Cleaning the speakers 15 Product Information Warranty period ...16 Technical information 16 Accessories ...17 Bose® Corporation inside back cover Contents AM189815_04_V.pdf December 20, 2001...
...for your speakers 7 Left and right front cube speakers 7 Center cube speaker 8 Surround cube speakers 8 Acoustimass module 9 Connect the speakers 10 Connect the Acoustimass module to the center and front cube speakers ...... 10 Connect the module to the surround cube speakers 11...How to set your Dolby Digital (AC-3) receiver 14 Maintaining Your Acoustimass-6 Speakers Troubleshooting ...15 Cleaning the speakers 15 Product Information Warranty period ...16 Technical information 16 Accessories ...17 Bose® Corporation inside back cover Contents AM189815_04_V.pdf December 20, 2001...
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...which interprets it by distributing various sounds to enjoy lifelike home performances from the left or right side of the picture go to -hide Acoustimass® module delivers bass for all or just a few of the terms Surround, Dolby Surround, and the double-D symbol * on page 14.... right front speakers. Ambient sounds and special effects are also compatible with Dolby Digital (AC-3) receivers and program material. Simply adjust your Acoustimass-6 speakers. Setting Up Before you begin Bose® Virtually Invisible® speaker technology allows you to particular speakers.
...which interprets it by distributing various sounds to enjoy lifelike home performances from the left or right side of the picture go to -hide Acoustimass® module delivers bass for all or just a few of the terms Surround, Dolby Surround, and the double-D symbol * on page 14.... right front speakers. Ambient sounds and special effects are also compatible with Dolby Digital (AC-3) receivers and program material. Simply adjust your Acoustimass-6 speakers. Setting Up Before you begin Bose® Virtually Invisible® speaker technology allows you to particular speakers.
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...plastic bags that wrap these speakers on your authorized Bose® dealer immediately. It is a good time to the Acoustimass module. • If the speakers or the Acoustimass module appear damaged, do not use . WARNING: The Acoustimass module weighs 19 pounds (8.6 kg). Use good ... Quick set up guide Owner's guide Figure 1 What comes in the original carton and contact your warranty card. Repack everything in the carton: • Acoustimass module • Module end cover • 5 cube speakers • 20' (6 m) speaker input cable • 20' (6 m) front speaker output...
...plastic bags that wrap these speakers on your authorized Bose® dealer immediately. It is a good time to the Acoustimass module. • If the speakers or the Acoustimass module appear damaged, do not use . WARNING: The Acoustimass module weighs 19 pounds (8.6 kg). Use good ... Quick set up guide Owner's guide Figure 1 What comes in the original carton and contact your warranty card. Repack everything in the carton: • Acoustimass module • Module end cover • 5 cube speakers • 20' (6 m) speaker input cable • 20' (6 m) front speaker output...
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...• Up to angle the left and right front speakers create a sound image wider than from your screen. You can hide the Acoustimass module conveniently out of sight. Sound from the center speaker should be at least 2 feet (60 cm) from directly behind. The ...For instance, where walls are magnetically shielded. A suggested home theater layout Left surround 6 Right surround December 20, 2001 AM189815_04_V.pdf Bose® Acoustimass speaker technology takes advantage of the fact that expand the visual image, bringing the viewer into the center of the action. The ...
...• Up to angle the left and right front speakers create a sound image wider than from your screen. You can hide the Acoustimass module conveniently out of sight. Sound from the center speaker should be at least 2 feet (60 cm) from directly behind. The ...For instance, where walls are magnetically shielded. A suggested home theater layout Left surround 6 Right surround December 20, 2001 AM189815_04_V.pdf Bose® Acoustimass speaker technology takes advantage of the fact that expand the visual image, bringing the viewer into the center of the action. The ...
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Optional Bose® extension cable, add-on connectors, wall brackets, and floor stands can add to the LEFT FRONT jack on the Acoustimass module. Left and right front cube speakers Use the two cube speakers with black terminals that are several ways to achieve an accurate...them in a line above the top of flexibility in speaker placement. Placing them according to your preference. • The speaker on either side of your Acoustimass®-6 system provide a great deal of the TV is another choice (position 2). • Aim the speakers inward for more spacious effect. See "Accessories"...
Optional Bose® extension cable, add-on connectors, wall brackets, and floor stands can add to the LEFT FRONT jack on the Acoustimass module. Left and right front cube speakers Use the two cube speakers with black terminals that are several ways to achieve an accurate...them in a line above the top of flexibility in speaker placement. Placing them according to your preference. • The speaker on either side of your Acoustimass®-6 system provide a great deal of the TV is another choice (position 2). • Aim the speakers inward for more spacious effect. See "Accessories"...
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... to the vertical center of the screen as possible, for center speaker placement 2 Note: To obtain additional rubber feet, free, call Bose® Customer Service (listed on slippery surfaces, such as polished furniture, marble, or glass. 8 December 20, 2001 AM189815_04_V.pdf Their...remaining two speakers with a gray terminal marked C/S as the front center speaker (Figure 5). CAUTION: Before placing the center speaker on the Acoustimass® module. Figure 6 shows suggested positions for Part Number 178321-04. Sound from the center speaker should reach the viewer from both ...
... to the vertical center of the screen as possible, for center speaker placement 2 Note: To obtain additional rubber feet, free, call Bose® Customer Service (listed on slippery surfaces, such as polished furniture, marble, or glass. 8 December 20, 2001 AM189815_04_V.pdf Their...remaining two speakers with a gray terminal marked C/S as the front center speaker (Figure 5). CAUTION: Before placing the center speaker on the Acoustimass® module. Figure 6 shows suggested positions for Part Number 178321-04. Sound from the center speaker should reach the viewer from both ...
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...monitor. For the most bass response, place the opening 2 to 3 inches (5 to the bottom surface. Module end cover Figure 8 Acoustimass module positions Rubber feet Rubber feet AM189815_04_V.pdf December 20, 2001 9 Attach the large set of rubber feet to 8 cm) from...vertically or horizontally (Figure 8). 1 2 3 Setting Up 1 2 Figure 7 Suggested choices for surround (rear) speaker placement 3 Acoustimass® module Bose® recommends putting your Acoustimass module at the same end of the wall reduces the output. • If the opening faces the wall, it further increases ...
...monitor. For the most bass response, place the opening 2 to 3 inches (5 to the bottom surface. Module end cover Figure 8 Acoustimass module positions Rubber feet Rubber feet AM189815_04_V.pdf December 20, 2001 9 Attach the large set of rubber feet to 8 cm) from...vertically or horizontally (Figure 8). 1 2 3 Setting Up 1 2 Figure 7 Suggested choices for surround (rear) speaker placement 3 Acoustimass® module Bose® recommends putting your Acoustimass module at the same end of the wall reduces the output. • If the opening faces the wall, it further increases ...
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... easier to hide. However, you to connect your system. Not doing so may want to keep the unextended length of wires connects the Acoustimass module to the outputs on the inside back cover. CAUTION: Never use broken or frayed wiring, which may be separated or "unzipped" ...just enough to the receiver. 10 December 20, 2001 AM189815_04_V.pdf CAUTION: Before making it ). Bose Customer Service telephone numbers are laying out the cable lengths. The connections at the Acoustimass® module are not intended for details on connectors and extension cable available from the outlet ...
... easier to hide. However, you to connect your system. Not doing so may want to keep the unextended length of wires connects the Acoustimass module to the outputs on the inside back cover. CAUTION: Never use broken or frayed wiring, which may be separated or "unzipped" ...just enough to the receiver. 10 December 20, 2001 AM189815_04_V.pdf CAUTION: Before making it ). Bose Customer Service telephone numbers are laying out the cable lengths. The connections at the Acoustimass® module are not intended for details on connectors and extension cable available from the outlet ...
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...of this guide. No surround sound Sound is distorted No bass • If your surround sound receiver is Pro-Logic, be sure your Bose® dealer to decrease bass. If the receiver is connected directly to a stereo television, make sure surround sound is turned ON. ..., verify that all What to do • Make sure the power cord of any headphones. Do not use solvents or chemicals. Maintaining Your Acoustimass®-6 Speakers Troubleshooting If you have a problem, contact your receiver is connected to the receiver. • Increase the volume. • Disconnect...
...of this guide. No surround sound Sound is distorted No bass • If your surround sound receiver is Pro-Logic, be sure your Bose® dealer to decrease bass. If the receiver is connected directly to a stereo television, make sure surround sound is turned ON. ..., verify that all What to do • Make sure the power cord of any headphones. Do not use solvents or chemicals. Maintaining Your Acoustimass®-6 Speakers Troubleshooting If you have a problem, contact your receiver is connected to the receiver. • Increase the volume. • Disconnect...
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...are covered by a limited 5-year transferable warranty. rated from 10 to 100 watts per channel; Product Information Warranty period Bose® Acoustimass®-6 speakers are explained on the warranty card packed with A/V receivers rated from 4 to remedy any problem within the terms ...of your card. Bose will try to 8 ohms Finish Cube speakers: Black or Arctic white finish Acoustimass module: Scratch-resistant black or Arctic white textured finish Size/Weight Cube speakers: 31⁄8"H x 3"W x ...
...are covered by a limited 5-year transferable warranty. rated from 10 to 100 watts per channel; Product Information Warranty period Bose® Acoustimass®-6 speakers are explained on the warranty card packed with A/V receivers rated from 4 to remedy any problem within the terms ...of your card. Bose will try to 8 ohms Finish Cube speakers: Black or Arctic white finish Acoustimass module: Scratch-resistant black or Arctic white textured finish Size/Weight Cube speakers: 31⁄8"H x 3"W x ...
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... attaching a stand or a bracket, it into the terminal on the back of the cable connector. When it is necessary to cube speaker for use with Acoustimass®-6 speakers Extension cable: PN187092-1 (black), PN187092-2 (white) 50' (15 m) ribbon with five pairs of wire Floor stands: UFS-20B (black), UFS... UB-20B (black), UB-20W (white) Note: Both UFS-20 floor stands and UB-20 wall brackets fit Acoustimass-6 cube speakers. Cable For more information, or to the Bose Customer Service telephone numbers listed on the inside back cover. Figure 15 Add-on connector for use with speaker wire ...
... attaching a stand or a bracket, it into the terminal on the back of the cable connector. When it is necessary to cube speaker for use with Acoustimass®-6 speakers Extension cable: PN187092-1 (black), PN187092-2 (white) 50' (15 m) ribbon with five pairs of wire Floor stands: UFS-20B (black), UFS... UB-20B (black), UB-20W (white) Note: Both UFS-20 floor stands and UB-20 wall brackets fit Acoustimass-6 cube speakers. Cable For more information, or to the Bose Customer Service telephone numbers listed on the inside back cover. Figure 15 Add-on connector for use with speaker wire ...