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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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... whether sitting directly in front of your computer. • A unique control pod that makes it easy to music, games and videos. • Proprietary digital signal processing that delivers crisp, clear performance at all listening levels. • Advanced port design and driver that complements the look of the Bose® Companion® 20 multimedia speaker system.
... whether sitting directly in front of your computer. • A unique control pod that makes it easy to music, games and videos. • Proprietary digital signal processing that delivers crisp, clear performance at all listening levels. • Advanced port design and driver that complements the look of the Bose® Companion® 20 multimedia speaker system.
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If any part is missing or damaged, contact your region. English SETTING UP Unpacking During unpacking, make sure that all packing materials for your Bose dealer. Left speaker Right speaker Speaker cable Audio cable Power pack and cable *Correct for possible future use. AC power Control pod cord* and cable 9 Save the carton and all parts shown are in the carton.
If any part is missing or damaged, contact your region. English SETTING UP Unpacking During unpacking, make sure that all packing materials for your Bose dealer. Left speaker Right speaker Speaker cable Audio cable Power pack and cable *Correct for possible future use. AC power Control pod cord* and cable 9 Save the carton and all parts shown are in the carton.
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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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They should be between 18 and 32 inches apart. • Avoid putting objects directly in front of the lower part of your computer monitor or screen because that will block the sound. • Place the control pod so it 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 the speaker grilles. This area is where the speaker driver 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 your computer monitor or screen because that will block the sound. • Place the control pod so it 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 the speaker grilles. This area is where the speaker driver is located. • Do not place the speakers too far behind your computer monitor or screen.
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... right speaker. 2. Insert the end of the left speaker cable d into the Left Speaker connector on the back of the DC power cable c into the Control Pod connector on the right speaker. 5. Insert the small end of these connectors vary) on page 13. Insert one end of the audio in the AC...
... right speaker. 2. Insert the end of the left speaker cable d into the Left Speaker connector on the back of the DC power cable c into the Control Pod connector on the right speaker. 5. Insert the small end of these connectors vary) on page 13. Insert one end of the audio in the AC...
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...3.5 mm plug into the Audio In connector on the control pod. Headphone connector Audio In connector 14 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. To connect an external music source Fully insert the 3.5 mm plug from the speakers. The...
...3.5 mm plug into the Audio In connector on the control pod. Headphone connector Audio In connector 14 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. To connect an external music source Fully insert the 3.5 mm plug from the speakers. The...
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.... counterclockwise to minimum. 15 Adjust the volume on your sound source has a volume control 1. As you increase the volume, no sound is emitted from the Companion® 20 speakers, because they are set to decrease volume. Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control fully counterclockwise to decrease the volume to minimum (zero). 2. When your sound source...
.... counterclockwise to minimum. 15 Adjust the volume on your sound source has a volume control 1. As you increase the volume, no sound is emitted from the Companion® 20 speakers, because they are set to decrease volume. Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control fully counterclockwise to decrease the volume to minimum (zero). 2. When your sound source...
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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 distort. To re-enable automatic standby Lightly press and hold the top of the control pod (approximately six seconds) until the... this could cause the sound to power. You can disable automatic standby so the system is turned all the way down. Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control clockwise until you hear two tones that chime from low to low. A volume setting of about 80% of the...
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 distort. To re-enable automatic standby Lightly press and hold the top of the control pod (approximately six seconds) until the... this could cause the sound to power. You can disable automatic standby so the system is turned all the way down. Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control clockwise until you hear two tones that chime from low to low. A volume setting of about 80% of the...
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... TROUBLESHOOTING Problem What to do No sound • Make sure the speakers are turned on (the power indicator on the control pod is illuminated). • Make sure the control pod volume control is not turned fully counterclockwise (minimum). • Make sure the computer is plugged in and turned on, mute is ...turned off, and all volume controls 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 turned on. The Companion® 20 Decrease the volume of the sound ...
... TROUBLESHOOTING Problem What to do No sound • Make sure the speakers are turned on (the power indicator on the control pod is illuminated). • Make sure the control pod volume control is not turned fully counterclockwise (minimum). • Make sure the computer is plugged in and turned on, mute is ...turned off, and all volume controls 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 turned on. The Companion® 20 Decrease the volume of the sound ...
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...Bose® Customer Service. English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem One speaker does not play or sounds distorted Cannot control the volume using sufficient force to do • Make sure the cable from the connected device What to ensure that it is fully inserted into the connector. Make sure the control pod ...plug is firmly inserted into the connector on your sound source. Push the plug in using the control pod No sound from headphones No sound from the left speaker is fully inserted into...
...Bose® Customer Service. English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem One speaker does not play or sounds distorted Cannot control the volume using sufficient force to do • Make sure the cable from the connected device What to ensure that it is fully inserted into the connector. Make sure the control pod ...plug is firmly inserted into the connector on your sound source. Push the plug in using the control pod No sound from headphones No sound from the left speaker is fully inserted into...
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...-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 If the bottom of the control pod. English MAINTENANCE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION Cleaning the system Wipe the speakers and control pod with a dry cloth. • Do not use solvents or chemicals. •...
...-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 If the bottom of the control pod. English MAINTENANCE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION Cleaning the system Wipe the speakers and control pod with a dry cloth. • Do not use solvents or chemicals. •...