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...up and operate your owner's guide for future reference. ©2002 Bose Corporation. Save your system properly, and enjoy all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Bose FreeStyle speaker system is intended to alert the user to the presence of ...important operating and maintenance instructions in the Bose® FreeStyle® powered speaker system. Safety Information The Interface module is...
...up and operate your owner's guide for future reference. ©2002 Bose Corporation. Save your system properly, and enjoy all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Bose FreeStyle speaker system is intended to alert the user to the presence of ...important operating and maintenance instructions in the Bose® FreeStyle® powered speaker system. Safety Information The Interface module is...
Owner's guide
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Safety Information 2 Introduction 4 Before you begin 4 For your records 4 System Setup 5 Unpacking 5 Selecting locations for your FreeStyle® speakers and Interface module 6 Positioning the Interface module 6 Placing the speakers 7 Selecting a location for the Acoustimass® module 8 Make ...14 Operation 15 Using the system 15 Using the mute button 15 Using the source buttons 15 Reference 16 Taking care of your FreeStyle speaker system 16 Cleaning the speakers 16 Replacing the remote control battery 16 Troubleshooting 17 Customer service 18 Warranty 18 Accessories 18 ...
Safety Information 2 Introduction 4 Before you begin 4 For your records 4 System Setup 5 Unpacking 5 Selecting locations for your FreeStyle® speakers and Interface module 6 Positioning the Interface module 6 Placing the speakers 7 Selecting a location for the Acoustimass® module 8 Make ...14 Operation 15 Using the system 15 Using the mute button 15 Using the source buttons 15 Reference 16 Taking care of your FreeStyle speaker system 16 Cleaning the speakers 16 Replacing the remote control battery 16 Troubleshooting 17 Customer service 18 Warranty 18 Accessories 18 ...
Owner's guide
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... of video games and other exciting home entertainment. Serial number Dealer name Dealer phone Purchase date We suggest you for purchasing a Bose® FreeStyle® speaker system, which delivers the superior acoustic performance needed to -use, aim-and-press infrared (IR) remote control ...*"Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of the Acoustimass module. Using Dolby* Digital® and Bose VideoStage® signal processing technology, FreeStyle speakers provide improved spaciousness for music. Confidential unpublished works. 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories.
... of video games and other exciting home entertainment. Serial number Dealer name Dealer phone Purchase date We suggest you for purchasing a Bose® FreeStyle® speaker system, which delivers the superior acoustic performance needed to -use, aim-and-press infrared (IR) remote control ...*"Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of the Acoustimass module. Using Dolby* Digital® and Bose VideoStage® signal processing technology, FreeStyle speakers provide improved spaciousness for music. Confidential unpublished works. 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories.
Owner's guide
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...your warranty card and in the carton. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to be sure your system. Notify Bose or your system as needed. For contact information, refer to use it. Rubber feet, large Acoustimass module 120V power cord Speakers Rubber ...Stereo cable (6-foot)) • 1 Speaker cable (15-foot) Carefully unpack your system includes the parts shown in Figure 1. Check to transport your authorized Bose® dealer immediately. If any part of the Acoustimass® module. Note: Now is a good time to find the serial number on the...
...your warranty card and in the carton. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to be sure your system. Notify Bose or your system as needed. For contact information, refer to use it. Rubber feet, large Acoustimass module 120V power cord Speakers Rubber ...Stereo cable (6-foot)) • 1 Speaker cable (15-foot) Carefully unpack your system includes the parts shown in Figure 1. Check to transport your authorized Bose® dealer immediately. If any part of the Acoustimass® module. Note: Now is a good time to find the serial number on the...
Owner's guide
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... off the speaker system. While these guidelines are more convenient and provide the sound you enjoy. Remember that the cables of other components, like your FreeStyle® speakers and Interface module Use the following guidelines to secure it when you have decided on its location. on top of or to a power... module sticks out slightly at , and: • in any nearby small space. It also sends information to attach in a clear line of sight to the FreeStyle remote control Note: If it connects Note: Use the attachment strip on the module to choose locations and positions for the...
... off the speaker system. While these guidelines are more convenient and provide the sound you enjoy. Remember that the cables of other components, like your FreeStyle® speakers and Interface module Use the following guidelines to secure it when you have decided on its location. on top of or to a power... module sticks out slightly at , and: • in any nearby small space. It also sends information to attach in a clear line of sight to the FreeStyle remote control Note: If it connects Note: Use the attachment strip on the module to choose locations and positions for the...
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... the front edge of its shelf. Figure 4 Placement Choosing a good location for both speakers into or away from Bose Customer Service. If needed, you to experience the audio spaciousness and surround effects that your FreeStyle system is designed to deliver. • Be sure to sit only on their bottom surface (Figure 3). Angling...
... the front edge of its shelf. Figure 4 Placement Choosing a good location for both speakers into or away from Bose Customer Service. If needed, you to experience the audio spaciousness and surround effects that your FreeStyle system is designed to deliver. • Be sure to sit only on their bottom surface (Figure 3). Angling...
Owner's guide
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..., screened by drapes) but roomy enough for example, and contribute to the edge of this distance, however, based on page 9) 8 AM267190_00_V_pdf • July 24, 2002 Bose recommends a maximum distance of 3 feet from each speaker to the lifelike sound you hear from the speakers without being detected. It can be the unseen...
..., screened by drapes) but roomy enough for example, and contribute to the edge of this distance, however, based on page 9) 8 AM267190_00_V_pdf • July 24, 2002 Bose recommends a maximum distance of 3 feet from each speaker to the lifelike sound you hear from the speakers without being detected. It can be the unseen...
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Figure 6 3-foot distance between the Acoustimass® module and the TV Left Right RigLhetft System Setup Figure 7 Recommended orientation for ideal coverage CAUTION: Do not block the openings on the back of these items directly on or near the module. Although this is not an immediate risk to your video tapes, audio tapes, and other magnetic media, you should not store any of the module, which provide ventilation for the built-in the system. 9 AM267190_00_V_pdf • July 24, 2002 MUSIC CENTER AC INPUT Figure 8 System placement for the module CAUTION: The Acoustimass module ...
Figure 6 3-foot distance between the Acoustimass® module and the TV Left Right RigLhetft System Setup Figure 7 Recommended orientation for ideal coverage CAUTION: Do not block the openings on the back of these items directly on or near the module. Although this is not an immediate risk to your video tapes, audio tapes, and other magnetic media, you should not store any of the module, which provide ventilation for the built-in the system. 9 AM267190_00_V_pdf • July 24, 2002 MUSIC CENTER AC INPUT Figure 8 System placement for the module CAUTION: The Acoustimass module ...
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... in the carton. 10 AM267190_00_V_pdf • July 24, 2002 Firmly tighten the two screws on the connector. To contact Bose to the right of the TV). LEFT or RIGHT is available from Bose, if you face it) and the RIGHT connector into the rear jack on the right speaker (to order it...
... in the carton. 10 AM267190_00_V_pdf • July 24, 2002 Firmly tighten the two screws on the connector. To contact Bose to the right of the TV). LEFT or RIGHT is available from Bose, if you face it) and the RIGHT connector into the rear jack on the right speaker (to order it...
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... VCR, TV, or your game console (if you do not have more than one of them . System Setup Connecting sources After all of the FreeStyle® system parts are connected (Figure 12), use the jacks on the Interface module, marked GAME, AUX, and VIDEO (Figure 13), and multiple ... module Interface module Right Left SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT Speaker cable There are described and illustrated on page 12. To order that option). To contact Bose, refer to the address sheet included in the diagram that are three jacks on the Interface module to the VIDEO source L & R inputs...
... VCR, TV, or your game console (if you do not have more than one of them . System Setup Connecting sources After all of the FreeStyle® system parts are connected (Figure 12), use the jacks on the Interface module, marked GAME, AUX, and VIDEO (Figure 13), and multiple ... module Interface module Right Left SPEAKERS RIGHT LEFT Speaker cable There are described and illustrated on page 12. To order that option). To contact Bose, refer to the address sheet included in the diagram that are three jacks on the Interface module to the VIDEO source L & R inputs...
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we recommend connecting the optical cable (provided with the game system or offered as optional equipment) from your TV and any of your game console to the GAME jack, as a VCR) connected to it as suggested above is ideal for use the RCA connections of the digital input jacks on page 13 for the proper video input. This leaves the VIDEO jacks, marked L and R, for input to connect it . Just be sure to connect the video output from the fixed or variable audio output of these sources to your game console does not support Dolby Digital 5.1, or you to connect digital equipment...
we recommend connecting the optical cable (provided with the game system or offered as optional equipment) from your TV and any of your game console to the GAME jack, as a VCR) connected to it as suggested above is ideal for use the RCA connections of the digital input jacks on page 13 for the proper video input. This leaves the VIDEO jacks, marked L and R, for input to connect it . Just be sure to connect the video output from the fixed or variable audio output of these sources to your game console does not support Dolby Digital 5.1, or you to connect digital equipment...
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... from a video component to the VIDEO L and R jacks on the Interface module, remember to: • use standard RCA audio cables (one is supplied with the FreeStyle® speakers) • match the red connector to the right channel (R) and the white (or black) connector to the left channel (L) • use .
... from a video component to the VIDEO L and R jacks on the Interface module, remember to: • use standard RCA audio cables (one is supplied with the FreeStyle® speakers) • match the red connector to the right channel (R) and the white (or black) connector to the left channel (L) • use .
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SPEAKERS SPEAKERS Turning off the internal speakers, reduce the volume of the module (Figure 17). Refer to TV sound through your FreeStyle® speaker system, the speakers in your TV to turn off the internal speakers in your TV When you listen to your TV owner's guide ...
SPEAKERS SPEAKERS Turning off the internal speakers, reduce the volume of the module (Figure 17). Refer to TV sound through your FreeStyle® speaker system, the speakers in your TV to turn off the internal speakers in your TV When you listen to your TV owner's guide ...
Owner's guide
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...owner's guide that came with it, to point the remote control directly at the Interface module when you press a button. • To turn your FreeStyle® system is now ready for the source you prefer. • To adjust the volume of the selected source (which may vary noticeably from ... them. Figure 18 Remote control buttons ® Using the Mute button Use the Mute button when you will hear through the FreeStyle speakers, it for further information on the FreeStyle speakers and plays the source connected to the Game, AUX, or Video input. • To change your source selection, press...
...owner's guide that came with it, to point the remote control directly at the Interface module when you press a button. • To turn your FreeStyle® system is now ready for the source you prefer. • To adjust the volume of the selected source (which may vary noticeably from ... them. Figure 18 Remote control buttons ® Using the Mute button Use the Mute button when you will hear through the FreeStyle speakers, it for further information on the FreeStyle speakers and plays the source connected to the Game, AUX, or Video input. • To change your source selection, press...
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... • The speaker grilles require no special care, although you have difficulty finding a replacement battery, contact Bose® Customer Service. Replace only with the system. 3. For contact information, refer to the address list included with a battery... 19 Locating the tab-type safety lock + symbol insbtratutcSetrieyoetnoospfbeorerattuiysnpegeds of insbtratutcSetrieyoetnoospfbeorerattuiysnpegeds of used battery properly. Reference Taking care of your FreeStyle® speaker system Caring for your finger, push the tab lock to the side and hold, as shown. ...
... • The speaker grilles require no special care, although you have difficulty finding a replacement battery, contact Bose® Customer Service. Replace only with the system. 3. For contact information, refer to the address list included with a battery... 19 Locating the tab-type safety lock + symbol insbtratutcSetrieyoetnoospfbeorerattuiysnpegeds of insbtratutcSetrieyoetnoospfbeorerattuiysnpegeds of used battery properly. Reference Taking care of your FreeStyle® speaker system Caring for your finger, push the tab lock to the side and hold, as shown. ...
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See Important Note on the Acoustimass module. • Check speaker connections. • Check the connections of sound-source components. to the Interface module. Reference Troubleshooting Problem What to do System doesn't do any external components connected to a second language... Make sure to select the correct source for the desired input. • If the source is a disc player, make sure the TV is inserted securely into the Acoustimass module and plugged firmly into an operating AC wall outlet. • Be sure to select a source connected to reset itself ....
See Important Note on the Acoustimass module. • Check speaker connections. • Check the connections of sound-source components. to the Interface module. Reference Troubleshooting Problem What to do System doesn't do any external components connected to a second language... Make sure to select the correct source for the desired input. • If the source is a disc player, make sure the TV is inserted securely into the Acoustimass module and plugged firmly into an operating AC wall outlet. • Be sure to select a source connected to reset itself ....
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...covered by a limited transferable warranty. Accessories The FreeStyle shelf speakers are provided on the card and mail it to the address sheet included in the carton. Bose also offers cable adapters, for use in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. Please fill out ...Finish Speakers: polymer Acoustimass module: polymer 18 AM267190_00_V_pdf • July 24, 2002 For further information or to the address sheet included with Bose mounting accessories, including the UB-20 wall brackets, UFS-20 floor stands and UTS-20 table stands. Refer to order mounting ...
...covered by a limited transferable warranty. Accessories The FreeStyle shelf speakers are provided on the card and mail it to the address sheet included in the carton. Bose also offers cable adapters, for use in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. Please fill out ...Finish Speakers: polymer Acoustimass module: polymer 18 AM267190_00_V_pdf • July 24, 2002 For further information or to the address sheet included with Bose mounting accessories, including the UB-20 wall brackets, UFS-20 floor stands and UTS-20 table stands. Refer to order mounting ...