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... this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of Conformity can be found 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 part is above the limit requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006. English SAFETY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION CAUTION: Make ...
... this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of Conformity can be found 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 part is above the limit requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006. English SAFETY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION CAUTION: Make ...
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... product complies with this is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the right speaker) below and on the Customer Warranty card.
... product complies with this is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the right speaker) below and on the Customer Warranty card.
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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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... directly in front of your computer or across the room. • Sleek, space-saving design that complements the look of your purchase of the Bose® Companion® 20 multimedia speaker system. English INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your computer. • A unique control pod that makes it easy to adjust or mute the volume and connect...
... directly in front of your computer or across the room. • Sleek, space-saving design that complements the look of your purchase of the Bose® Companion® 20 multimedia speaker system. English INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your computer. • A unique control pod that makes it easy to adjust or mute the volume and connect...
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AC power Control pod cord* and cable 9 Save the carton and all parts shown are in the carton. Left speaker Right speaker Speaker cable Audio cable Power pack and cable *Correct for possible future use. 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 Save the carton and all parts shown are in the carton. Left speaker Right speaker Speaker cable Audio cable Power pack and cable *Correct for possible future use. 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.
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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 speaker grilles. 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 computer screen. 11
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 speaker grilles. 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 computer screen. 11
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... the power pack and then insert the large end into the DC Power connector on page 13. Insert the end of the left speaker cable d into the Headphone or Speaker output connector (the labels and positions of these connectors vary) on the back of the DC power cable c into an AC ...Audio In connector on your computer. 3. CAUTION: Do not plug in cable a into the Control Pod connector on the right speaker. 6. Insert the free end of the right speaker. 2. English CONNECTING Connecting the cables Use the four provided cables and the AC power cord to make the connections shown on the...
... the power pack and then insert the large end into the DC Power connector on page 13. Insert the end of the left speaker cable d into the Headphone or Speaker output connector (the labels and positions of these connectors vary) on the back of the DC power cable c into an AC ...Audio In connector on your computer. 3. CAUTION: Do not plug in cable a into the Control Pod connector on the right speaker. 6. Insert the free end of the right speaker. 2. English CONNECTING Connecting the cables Use the four provided cables and the AC power cord to make the connections shown on the...
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... will both the computer and external music source, mute the computer audio. 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. English CONNECTING Connecting an external music source You can connect an iPod, mp3 player, or other...
... will both the computer and external music source, mute the computer audio. 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. English CONNECTING Connecting an external music source You can connect an iPod, mp3 player, or other...
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... volume Rotate the volume control (top outer band) on . Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control fully counterclockwise to decrease the volume to decrease volume. counterclockwise to minimum (zero). 2. English USING THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Turning on the system Touch the top of the control pod again... on the control pod clockwise to increase the volume; As you increase the volume, no sound is emitted from the Companion® 20 speakers, because they are set to near maximum. The power indicator extinguishes. Adjust the volume on your sound source has a volume control 1....
... volume Rotate the volume control (top outer band) on . Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control fully counterclockwise to decrease the volume to decrease volume. counterclockwise to minimum (zero). 2. English USING THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Turning on the system Touch the top of the control pod again... on the control pod clockwise to increase the volume; As you increase the volume, no sound is emitted from the Companion® 20 speakers, because they are set to near maximum. The power indicator extinguishes. Adjust the volume on your sound source has a volume control 1....
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... press and hold the top of the control pod again until you hear two tones that chime from high 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... to low. A volume setting of about 80% of the control pod (approximately six seconds) until the sound reaches the desired listening level. English USING THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Note: You should be sufficient. 3.
... press and hold the top of the control pod again until you hear two tones that chime from high 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... to low. A volume setting of about 80% of the control pod (approximately six seconds) until the sound reaches the desired listening level. English USING THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Note: You should be sufficient. 3.
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When using the control pod. 18 English 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 ...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 source system sound seems and increase the Companion® 20 speaker distorted volume using a surge protector or power ...
When using the control pod. 18 English 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 ...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 source system sound seems and increase the Companion® 20 speaker distorted volume using a surge protector or power ...
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... is fully inserted into the connector on your sound source. Push the plug in the carton, or visit http://global.Bose.com 19 English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem One speaker does not play or sounds distorted Cannot control the volume using sufficient force to do • Make sure the cable ... the control pod No sound from headphones No sound from the left speaker is firmly inserted into the Left Speaker connector on the back of the right speaker. • Check the balance setting on the rear of the right speaker. Contacting Customer Service For additional help in solving problems, contact...
... is fully inserted into the connector on your sound source. Push the plug in the carton, or visit http://global.Bose.com 19 English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem One speaker does not play or sounds distorted Cannot control the volume using sufficient force to do • Make sure the cable ... the control pod No sound from headphones No sound from the left speaker is firmly inserted into the Left Speaker connector on the back of the right speaker. • Check the balance setting on the rear of the right speaker. Contacting Customer Service For additional help in solving problems, contact...
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Technical Information Driver complement Two 2.75 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 If the bottom of the control pod. English MAINTENANCE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION Cleaning the system...
Technical Information Driver complement Two 2.75 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 If the bottom of the control pod. English MAINTENANCE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION Cleaning the system...