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... least one of the homogeneous materials for this part is above the limit requirement in at www.Bose.com/static/compliance. Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements Toxic or Hazardous Substances... Hexavalent (CR(VI)) Polybrominated Biphenyl Polybrominated (PBB) diphenylether (PBDE) PCBs X 0 0 0 0 0 Metal parts X 0 0 0 0 0 Plastic parts 0 0 0 0 0 0 Speakers X 0 0 0 0 0 Cables X 0 0 0 0 0 O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all EU Directive requirements as applicable by law. CAUTION: Long-term ...
... least one of the homogeneous materials for this part is above the limit requirement in at www.Bose.com/static/compliance. Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements Toxic or Hazardous Substances... Hexavalent (CR(VI)) Polybrominated Biphenyl Polybrominated (PBB) diphenylether (PBDE) PCBs X 0 0 0 0 0 Metal parts X 0 0 0 0 0 Plastic parts 0 0 0 0 0 0 Speakers X 0 0 0 0 0 Cables X 0 0 0 0 0 O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all EU Directive requirements as applicable by law. CAUTION: Long-term ...
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... determined by one to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. NOTE: Unauthorized modification of the right speaker) below and on We suggest that you are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with this is connected. • Consult the...
... determined by one to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. NOTE: Unauthorized modification of the right speaker) below and on We suggest that you are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with this is connected. • Consult the...
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English CONTENTS Introduction 8 Setting Up 9 Unpacking 9 Positioning the speakers and control pod 10 Connecting 12 Connecting the cables 12 Connecting an external music source 14 Connecting headphones 14 Using the speaker system 15 Turning on the system 15 Controlling the volume 15 Automatic standby 17 Troubleshooting 17 Contacting Customer Service 19 Maintenance and Technical Information 20 Cleaning the system 20 Technical Information 20 Limited Warranty 21 What you must do to obtain limited warranty service . . . . 21 7
English CONTENTS Introduction 8 Setting Up 9 Unpacking 9 Positioning the speakers and control pod 10 Connecting 12 Connecting the cables 12 Connecting an external music source 14 Connecting headphones 14 Using the speaker system 15 Turning on the system 15 Controlling the volume 15 Automatic standby 17 Troubleshooting 17 Contacting Customer Service 19 Maintenance and Technical Information 20 Cleaning the system 20 Technical Information 20 Limited Warranty 21 What you must do to obtain limited warranty service . . . . 21 7
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... the room. • Sleek, space-saving design that complements the look of your purchase of the Bose® Companion® 20 multimedia speaker system. With these high-quality speakers, you can enjoy: • Full, natural sound from only two speakers, bringing more life to music, games and videos. • Proprietary digital signal processing that delivers crisp...
... the room. • Sleek, space-saving design that complements the look of your purchase of the Bose® Companion® 20 multimedia speaker system. With these high-quality speakers, you can enjoy: • Full, natural sound from only two speakers, bringing more life to music, games and videos. • Proprietary digital signal processing that delivers crisp...
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Left speaker Right speaker Speaker cable Audio cable Power pack and cable *Correct for possible future use. Save the carton and all parts shown are in the carton. English SETTING UP Unpacking During unpacking, make sure that all packing materials for your Bose dealer. If any part is missing or damaged, contact your region. AC power Control pod cord* and cable 9
Left speaker Right speaker Speaker cable Audio cable Power pack and cable *Correct for possible future use. Save the carton and all parts shown are in the carton. English SETTING UP Unpacking During unpacking, make sure that all packing materials for your Bose dealer. If any part is missing or damaged, contact your region. AC power Control pod cord* and cable 9
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To provide an accurate sound stage, you should observe the following guidelines: • Place the left and right speakers (left and right speakers are identified on each speaker back panel) an equal distance from 10 Positioning the speakers and control pod 18 in - 32 in 46 cm - 81 cm English SETTING UP The size and shape of these speakers make it easy to position them directly next to your computer.
To provide an accurate sound stage, you should observe the following guidelines: • Place the left and right speakers (left and right speakers are identified on each speaker back panel) an equal distance from 10 Positioning the speakers and control pod 18 in - 32 in 46 cm - 81 cm English SETTING UP The size and shape of these speakers make it easy to position them directly next to your computer.
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This area is where the speaker driver is within easy reach. • Keep the front of the speakers even with, or slightly forward of, the front of the computer screen. 11 English SETTING UP the center of your computer monitor or screen because that will block the sound. • Place the control pod so it is located. • Do not place the speakers too far behind your computer monitor or screen. They should be between 18 and 32 inches apart. • Avoid putting objects directly in front of the lower part of the speaker grilles.
This area is where the speaker driver is within easy reach. • Keep the front of the speakers even with, or slightly forward of, the front of the computer screen. 11 English SETTING UP the center of your computer monitor or screen because that will block the sound. • Place the control pod so it is located. • Do not place the speakers too far behind your computer monitor or screen. They should be between 18 and 32 inches apart. • Avoid putting objects directly in front of the lower part of the speaker grilles.
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...other connections are completed. 1. Insert the free end of the DC power cable c into the Headphone or Speaker output connector (the labels and positions of these connectors vary) on the right speaker. 5. Insert one end of the audio in the AC power cord until all other end of the cable ...DC Power connector on your computer. 3. Insert the control pod cable b plug into the Left Speaker connector on the right speaker. 4. Insert the end of the left speaker cable d into the Control Pod connector on the right speaker. 6. Insert the small end of the AC power cord e into the power pack and ...
...other connections are completed. 1. Insert the free end of the DC power cable c into the Headphone or Speaker output connector (the labels and positions of these connectors vary) on the right speaker. 5. Insert one end of the audio in the AC power cord until all other end of the cable ...DC Power connector on your computer. 3. Insert the control pod cable b plug into the Left Speaker connector on the right speaker. 4. Insert the end of the left speaker cable d into the Control Pod connector on the right speaker. 6. Insert the small end of the AC power cord e into the power pack and ...
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... 3.5 mm plug (not supplied). Headphone connector Audio In connector 14 To connect an external music source Fully insert the 3.5 mm plug from the speakers. To avoid hearing both play at the same time. Fully insert the 3.5 mm plug into the Audio In connector on the control pod. Connecting ... 3.5 mm plug. English CONNECTING Connecting an external music source You can connect an iPod, mp3 player, or other music source to the Companion® 20 system mutes the sound from the music source into the headphone connector on the control pod. The music source audio and computer audio are ...
... 3.5 mm plug (not supplied). Headphone connector Audio In connector 14 To connect an external music source Fully insert the 3.5 mm plug from the speakers. To avoid hearing both play at the same time. Fully insert the 3.5 mm plug into the Audio In connector on the control pod. Connecting ... 3.5 mm plug. English CONNECTING Connecting an external music source You can connect an iPod, mp3 player, or other music source to the Companion® 20 system mutes the sound from the music source into the headphone connector on the control pod. The music source audio and computer audio are ...
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... Turning on the system Touch the top of the control pod again to turn the speaker system on. counterclockwise to increase the volume; Touch the top of the control pod to near maximum. Power indicator Power control Volume control Controlling... extinguishes. When your sound source to turn the system off. Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control fully counterclockwise to decrease the volume to minimum. 15 As you increase the volume, no sound is emitted from the Companion® 20 speakers, because they are set to minimum (zero). 2. Adjust the volume on...
... Turning on the system Touch the top of the control pod again to turn the speaker system on. counterclockwise to increase the volume; Touch the top of the control pod to near maximum. Power indicator Power control Volume control Controlling... extinguishes. When your sound source to turn the system off. Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control fully counterclockwise to decrease the volume to minimum. 15 As you increase the volume, no sound is emitted from the Companion® 20 speakers, because they are set to minimum (zero). 2. Adjust the volume on...
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... 80% of the control pod (approximately six seconds) until you hear two tones that chime from low to distort. Automatic standby The Companion® 20 system automatically goes into the standby state after two hours when there is no audio signal or the volume is always on when connected ...to low. English USING THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Note: You should be sufficient. 3. You can disable automatic standby so the system is turned all the way...
... 80% of the control pod (approximately six seconds) until you hear two tones that chime from low to distort. Automatic standby The Companion® 20 system automatically goes into the standby state after two hours when there is no audio signal or the volume is always on when connected ...to low. English USING THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Note: You should be sufficient. 3. You can disable automatic standby so the system is turned all the way...
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... the volume of the sound source system sound seems and increase the Companion® 20 speaker distorted volume using a surge protector or power strip, be sure it is turned on , mute is turned off, and all volume controls are turned on (...; Make sure the computer is working. English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem What to do No sound • Make sure the speakers are turned up. • Be sure the power pack is securely plugged into the right speaker and into a power outlet or surge protector. • Be sure the AC power outlet is plugged in...
... the volume of the sound source system sound seems and increase the Companion® 20 speaker distorted volume using a surge protector or power strip, be sure it is turned on , mute is turned off, and all volume controls are turned on (...; Make sure the computer is working. English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem What to do No sound • Make sure the speakers are turned up. • Be sure the power pack is securely plugged into the right speaker and into a power outlet or surge protector. • Be sure the AC power outlet is plugged in...
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...address sheet included in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. Contacting Customer Service For additional help in the carton, or visit http://global.Bose.com 19 Make sure the control pod plug is fully inserted into the connector on the rear of the right speaker. • Check the balance setting ...on the back of the right speaker. Push the plug in using the control pod ...
...address sheet included in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. Contacting Customer Service For additional help in the carton, or visit http://global.Bose.com 19 Make sure the control pod plug is fully inserted into the connector on the rear of the right speaker. • Check the balance setting ...on the back of the right speaker. Push the plug in using the control pod ...
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... inch (70 mm) high excursion, wide-range transducers Dimensions (approximate) Speakers: 8.6"H x 3.5"W x 4.4"D (22.0 cm x 9.0 cm x 15.0 cm) Control pod: 2.5"D x 1.125"H (6.3 cm x 2.8 cm) Weight (approximate) One speaker, unpacked: 2.5 lb (1.1 kg) Control pod: 0.5 lb (0.2 kg) 20 English MAINTENANCE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION Cleaning the system Wipe the speakers and control pod with a dry cloth. • Do not use...
... inch (70 mm) high excursion, wide-range transducers Dimensions (approximate) Speakers: 8.6"H x 3.5"W x 4.4"D (22.0 cm x 9.0 cm x 15.0 cm) Control pod: 2.5"D x 1.125"H (6.3 cm x 2.8 cm) Weight (approximate) One speaker, unpacked: 2.5 lb (1.1 kg) Control pod: 0.5 lb (0.2 kg) 20 English MAINTENANCE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION Cleaning the system Wipe the speakers and control pod with a dry cloth. • Do not use...