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...advanced features. It will help you set up and operate your owner's guide for future reference. ©2003 Bose Corporation. Save your system properly, and enjoy all of this work may be reproduced, modified, ...carefully. Batteries Please dispose of the Acoustimass module: The lightning flash with the PS3-2-1 or PS321 powered speaker system (Acoustimass® module). These CAUTION marks are to follow this owner's guide. Batteries Please read this ... August 18, 2003 English Safety Information The AV3-2-1 and AV3-2-1 GS media centers are located on the apparatus.
...advanced features. It will help you set up and operate your owner's guide for future reference. ©2003 Bose Corporation. Save your system properly, and enjoy all of this work may be reproduced, modified, ...carefully. Batteries Please dispose of the Acoustimass module: The lightning flash with the PS3-2-1 or PS321 powered speaker system (Acoustimass® module). These CAUTION marks are to follow this owner's guide. Batteries Please read this ... August 18, 2003 English Safety Information The AV3-2-1 and AV3-2-1 GS media centers are located on the apparatus.
Owner's guide
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... Finding the product serial numbers 8 Selecting locations for your 3•2•1 home entertainment system components 9 Placing the media center 9 Placing the 3•2•1 speakers 9 Placing the Acoustimass® module 12 When the system setup is completed 13 Making the connections 14 Additional cables 14 Connecting the 3•2•...Connecting your TV to the media center 17 S-video as an alternate means to connect to the TV 18 Turning off the internal speakers in your TV 18 System Setup 19 Connecting your TV and VCR to the media center 19 If your TV has audio output ...
... Finding the product serial numbers 8 Selecting locations for your 3•2•1 home entertainment system components 9 Placing the media center 9 Placing the 3•2•1 speakers 9 Placing the Acoustimass® module 12 When the system setup is completed 13 Making the connections 14 Additional cables 14 Connecting the 3•2•...Connecting your TV to the media center 17 S-video as an alternate means to connect to the TV 18 Turning off the internal speakers in your TV 18 System Setup 19 Connecting your TV and VCR to the media center 19 If your TV has audio output ...
Owner's guide
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... 42 System Setup menu 43 DVD Setup submenu 43 Reference 44 Taking care of your 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS system 44 Cleaning the media center 44 Cleaning the speakers 44 Cleaning discs 44 Replacing the remote batteries 44 Troubleshooting 45 Customer service 46 Warranty 46 Accessories 46 Technical information 47...
... 42 System Setup menu 43 DVD Setup submenu 43 Reference 44 Taking care of your 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS system 44 Cleaning the media center 44 Cleaning the speakers 44 Cleaning discs 44 Replacing the remote batteries 44 Troubleshooting 45 Customer service 46 Warranty 46 Accessories 46 Technical information 47...
Owner's guide
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... system includes: • Integrated AM/FM tuner and DVD/CD player in a small console • Small, easy-to-place shelf speakers and an attractive floor-standing Acoustimass® module • Easy-to-use infrared remote control • Console input jacks for ...;2•1 home entertainment system has a region code which must match. English Introduction Before you begin Thank you for purchasing the Bose® 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS home entertainment system, which it will be used . Therefore, the system should display the following mark: MP3 playability To be...
... system includes: • Integrated AM/FM tuner and DVD/CD player in a small console • Small, easy-to-place shelf speakers and an attractive floor-standing Acoustimass® module • Easy-to-use infrared remote control • Console input jacks for ...;2•1 home entertainment system has a region code which must match. English Introduction Before you begin Thank you for purchasing the Bose® 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS home entertainment system, which it will be used . Therefore, the system should display the following mark: MP3 playability To be...
Owner's guide
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... reach of the media center and Acoustimass® module. Check to be sure your authorized Bose® dealer immediately. Acoustimass module (2) Model 3•2•1 speakers or (2) 3•2•1 GemstoneTM speaker arrays Your carton contains one of the cords below: 120V power cord 115/230V power cord... Remote control Rubber feet Quick setup guide 220V power cord 230V power cords Stereo cable FM antenna Video cable Owner's guide Module cable Speaker cable Demo disc 240V power cord Finding the product serial numbers Now is a good time to find the serial numbers on ...
... reach of the media center and Acoustimass® module. Check to be sure your authorized Bose® dealer immediately. Acoustimass module (2) Model 3•2•1 speakers or (2) 3•2•1 GemstoneTM speaker arrays Your carton contains one of the cords below: 120V power cord 115/230V power cord... Remote control Rubber feet Quick setup guide 220V power cord 230V power cords Stereo cable FM antenna Video cable Owner's guide Module cable Speaker cable Demo disc 240V power cord Finding the product serial numbers Now is a good time to find the serial numbers on ...
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... the TV. IHHWPHWHU PLQLPXP /HIWVSHDNHU 5LJKWVSHDNHU IHHW PHWHU PD[LPXP IHHW PHWHU PD[LPXP 0HGLD FHQWHU 9&5 Place each speaker a maximum of 3 feet (1 meter) away from the TV can change the overall quality of its shelf. If you are on top of the TV...any ventilation openings. Do not put the product in system, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may block the ventilation openings. Note: The speakers are magnetically shielded to prevent interference when they are using a bookshelf or a home entertainment unit, place each other placement choices that will be ...
... the TV. IHHWPHWHU PLQLPXP /HIWVSHDNHU 5LJKWVSHDNHU IHHW PHWHU PD[LPXP IHHW PHWHU PD[LPXP 0HGLD FHQWHU 9&5 Place each speaker a maximum of 3 feet (1 meter) away from the TV can change the overall quality of its shelf. If you are on top of the TV...any ventilation openings. Do not put the product in system, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may block the ventilation openings. Note: The speakers are magnetically shielded to prevent interference when they are using a bookshelf or a home entertainment unit, place each other placement choices that will be ...
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... to the bottom surface. Be sure each 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS speaker faces straight ahead toward the listening area, not angled WARNING: Choose a stable and level surface for both speakers into or away from Bose® customer service. You may obtain additional rubber feet (part number 178321) from the listening area signi...
... to the bottom surface. Be sure each 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS speaker faces straight ahead toward the listening area, not angled WARNING: Choose a stable and level surface for both speakers into or away from Bose® customer service. You may obtain additional rubber feet (part number 178321) from the listening area signi...
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UB-20 Wall Bracket UT-S20 Table Stand UFS-20 Floor Stand Additional cables To contact Bose for additional or longer cables, refer to "Accessories" on optional Bose brackets, table stands, or floor stands (Figure 5). English Figure 5 Speaker accessories System Setup Speaker Accessories The 3•2•1 and 3•2•1 GS speakers can also be mounted on page 46. AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003 11 For ordering information, refer to the list of offices included in the product carton.
UB-20 Wall Bracket UT-S20 Table Stand UFS-20 Floor Stand Additional cables To contact Bose for additional or longer cables, refer to "Accessories" on optional Bose brackets, table stands, or floor stands (Figure 5). English Figure 5 Speaker accessories System Setup Speaker Accessories The 3•2•1 and 3•2•1 GS speakers can also be mounted on page 46. AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003 11 For ordering information, refer to the list of offices included in the product carton.
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... the cables to the music center and an AC (mains) power outlet • at the same end of the room as the TV and the speakers (Figure 6) • a minimum of 3 feet (1 meter) from the TV, to the bottom of these items directly on the module. English System Setup Figure 6 3-foot distance...
... the cables to the music center and an AC (mains) power outlet • at the same end of the room as the TV and the speakers (Figure 6) • a minimum of 3 feet (1 meter) from the TV, to the bottom of these items directly on the module. English System Setup Figure 6 3-foot distance...
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AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003 13 CAUTION: Be sure to sit, recline, or move about in the system. English System Setup Figure 8 System placement for ideal coverage When the system setup is completed With the speakers and media center placed as directed, you can enjoy the freedom to read the section on making the connections before you plug in the room without missing a note.
AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003 13 CAUTION: Be sure to sit, recline, or move about in the system. English System Setup Figure 8 System placement for ideal coverage When the system setup is completed With the speakers and media center placed as directed, you can enjoy the freedom to read the section on making the connections before you plug in the room without missing a note.
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... system. Figure 9 Connection panel on either side of the plug. Figure 10 Connecting the speaker cable to make these connections, contact Bose. English System Setup Making the connections The components of the 3•2•1 and 3•2•1 GS home entertainment systems are labeled (Figure 9), to help get everything hooked up right the fi...
... system. Figure 9 Connection panel on either side of the plug. Figure 10 Connecting the speaker cable to make these connections, contact Bose. English System Setup Making the connections The components of the 3•2•1 and 3•2•1 GS home entertainment systems are labeled (Figure 9), to help get everything hooked up right the fi...
Owner's guide
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... power cord into the ACOUSTIMASS MODULE jack. 3. AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003 15 Left and right speaker placement For optimal audio surround effects, be a small gap between the plug and the speaker panel. Insert the right-angle connector (Figure 14) of the module cable into the wall outlet until... Insert the other end of the module cable into the rear jack on the rear of the media center. English Figure 12 Making the left speaker (Figure 12). 4. Locate the jack labeled ACOUSTIMASS MODULE on the rear of the module cable. Plug the connector labeled LEFT into the jack...
... power cord into the ACOUSTIMASS MODULE jack. 3. AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003 15 Left and right speaker placement For optimal audio surround effects, be a small gap between the plug and the speaker panel. Insert the right-angle connector (Figure 14) of the module cable into the wall outlet until... Insert the other end of the module cable into the rear jack on the rear of the media center. English Figure 12 Making the left speaker (Figure 12). 4. Locate the jack labeled ACOUSTIMASS MODULE on the rear of the module cable. Plug the connector labeled LEFT into the jack...
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... ANTENNA OPTICAL R AM FM 220-240V FM VIDEO D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT IDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT OUTPUT C L SPEAKERS R S S R ACOUSTIMASS MODULE FM antenna Plug the connector into the AM antenna jack on the media center rear panel. Plug the connector into the FM antenna...
... ANTENNA OPTICAL R AM FM 220-240V FM VIDEO D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT IDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT OUTPUT C L SPEAKERS R S S R ACOUSTIMASS MODULE FM antenna Plug the connector into the AM antenna jack on the media center rear panel. Plug the connector into the FM antenna...
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... TV to the media center $8',2,1387MDFNV VIDEO 1 D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT VIDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO OUTPUT C AUDIO OUTPUT L SPEAKERS R S ACOUSTIMASS MODULE S R 9LGHRFDEOH 6WHUHRFDEOH \HOORZ UHGDQGZKLWH 9,'(2 ,1 $8',2 287 / 5 Selecting the correct video input on your TV In order to play a DVD. Attach...
... TV to the media center $8',2,1387MDFNV VIDEO 1 D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT VIDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO OUTPUT C AUDIO OUTPUT L SPEAKERS R S ACOUSTIMASS MODULE S R 9LGHRFDEOH 6WHUHRFDEOH \HOORZ UHGDQGZKLWH 9,'(2 ,1 $8',2 287 / 5 Selecting the correct video input on your TV In order to play a DVD. Attach...
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...TVs, delivers a higher-quality TV picture than the composite video output connection shown in Figure 16 on your TV to locate the setting for INTERNAL SPEAKERS and select OFF. (Refer to its lowest setting. 18 AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003 Note: If you use of an S-video cable from ...an RF modulator for details.) If your TV owner's guide for instructions). To make this connection, which is available at your Bose® dealer or a local electronics retailer. Such TVs are turned off the internal speakers, reduce the volume on the media center. Use the on-screen menu on page 17.
...TVs, delivers a higher-quality TV picture than the composite video output connection shown in Figure 16 on your TV to locate the setting for INTERNAL SPEAKERS and select OFF. (Refer to its lowest setting. 18 AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003 Note: If you use of an S-video cable from ...an RF modulator for details.) If your TV owner's guide for instructions). To make this connection, which is available at your Bose® dealer or a local electronics retailer. Such TVs are turned off the internal speakers, reduce the volume on the media center. Use the on-screen menu on page 17.
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... into the Audio Out (R) jack. $8',2,1387MDFNV VIDEO 1 D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT VIDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO OUTPUT C AUDIO OUTPUT L SPEAKERS R S ACOUSTIMASS MODULE S R &DEOHVDWHOOLWHER[ LIDSSOLFDEOH 9&5 ([LVWLQJ ZLUH ([LVWLQJ ZLUH 6WHUHRFDEOH UHGDQG ZKLWH 9LGHRFDEOH \HOORZ 9,'(2 $8',2 ,1 287 / 5 AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003...
... into the Audio Out (R) jack. $8',2,1387MDFNV VIDEO 1 D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT VIDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO OUTPUT C AUDIO OUTPUT L SPEAKERS R S ACOUSTIMASS MODULE S R &DEOHVDWHOOLWHER[ LIDSSOLFDEOH 9&5 ([LVWLQJ ZLUH ([LVWLQJ ZLUH 6WHUHRFDEOH UHGDQG ZKLWH 9LGHRFDEOH \HOORZ 9,'(2 $8',2 ,1 287 / 5 AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003...
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.... (See your TV owner's guide for details.) If your TV volume until you listen to TV audio through your 3•2•1 home entertainment system, the speakers in your TV owner's guide. Before playing a DVD, locate the name of the video input jack (on the TV) that you have an option to...% in order to hear audio from the correct video input jack. Use the on-screen menu on your TV to locate the setting for INTERNAL SPEAKERS and select OFF. (Refer to your television must be on. When the TV is on, the words "VIDEO 1", "VIDEO 2", or "AUX" will usually appear in...
.... (See your TV owner's guide for details.) If your TV volume until you listen to TV audio through your 3•2•1 home entertainment system, the speakers in your TV owner's guide. Before playing a DVD, locate the name of the video input jack (on the TV) that you have an option to...% in order to hear audio from the correct video input jack. Use the on-screen menu on your TV to locate the setting for INTERNAL SPEAKERS and select OFF. (Refer to your television must be on. When the TV is on, the words "VIDEO 1", "VIDEO 2", or "AUX" will usually appear in...
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... INPUT jack on page 22. $8',2,1387MDFNV VIDEO 1 D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT VIDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO OUTPUT C AUDIO OUTPUT L SPEAKERS R S ACOUSTIMASS MODULE S R 9LGHRFDEOH \HOORZ 9LGHRFDEOH \HOORZ &DEOHVDWHOOLWHER[ LIDSSOLFDEOH 9,'(2 287 $8',2 287 9&5 / 5 ([LVWLQJ ZLUH 9,'(2 ,1 6WHUHRFDEOH UHGDQG ZKLWH AM271966_00_V.pdf August...
... INPUT jack on page 22. $8',2,1387MDFNV VIDEO 1 D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT VIDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO OUTPUT C AUDIO OUTPUT L SPEAKERS R S ACOUSTIMASS MODULE S R 9LGHRFDEOH \HOORZ 9LGHRFDEOH \HOORZ &DEOHVDWHOOLWHER[ LIDSSOLFDEOH 9,'(2 287 $8',2 287 9&5 / 5 ([LVWLQJ ZLUH 9,'(2 ,1 6WHUHRFDEOH UHGDQG ZKLWH AM271966_00_V.pdf August...
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...TV/VIDEO, INPUT, or AUX IN button for optimal sound performance. Note: Some combination TV/VCR units may not work with the Bose 3•2•1and 3•2•1 GS home entertainment systems. Please refer to indicate which video input is required for selecting the video input. Most TVs have connected the ...Selecting the correct video input on your TV In order to play a DVD, your television must be sure to set to receive signals from both speakers. Note: A stereo or Hi-Fi VCR is currently selected. Insert the large end of the screen to your TV/VCR owner's manual for ...
...TV/VIDEO, INPUT, or AUX IN button for optimal sound performance. Note: Some combination TV/VCR units may not work with the Bose 3•2•1and 3•2•1 GS home entertainment systems. Please refer to indicate which video input is required for selecting the video input. Most TVs have connected the ...Selecting the correct video input on your TV In order to play a DVD, your television must be sure to set to receive signals from both speakers. Note: A stereo or Hi-Fi VCR is currently selected. Insert the large end of the screen to your TV/VCR owner's manual for ...
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... media center Media center jacks VIDEO INPUT C 4 S VIDEO 1 D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT VIDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO OUTPUT C AUDIO OUTPUT L SPEAKERS R S ACOUSTIMASS MODULE S R 12 3 45 VIDEO 1 D L 1 OPTICAL R VIDEO 2 L D 2 R AUX L 3 R S-video out Cable box S-Video Out Input Video Output Audio Left Right DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ANT IN...
... media center Media center jacks VIDEO INPUT C 4 S VIDEO 1 D L 75 1 FM AM LOOP ANTENNA ANTENNA OPTICAL R AUDIO INPUT VIDEO 2 L D R D AUX L VIDEO INPUT C VIDEO OUTPUT C AUDIO OUTPUT L SPEAKERS R S ACOUSTIMASS MODULE S R 12 3 45 VIDEO 1 D L 1 OPTICAL R VIDEO 2 L D 2 R AUX L 3 R S-video out Cable box S-Video Out Input Video Output Audio Left Right DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ANT IN...