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... 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 at www.Bose.com/static/compliance. The complete Declaration of the homogeneous materials for extended periods. This product conforms to avoid extreme...-2006. Unauthorized alterations may cause hearing damage. CAUTION: Use only the power supply provided with the speaker system. X: Indicates that this part is below the limit requirement in all EU Directive requirements as ...
... 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 at www.Bose.com/static/compliance. The complete Declaration of the homogeneous materials for extended periods. This product conforms to avoid extreme...-2006. Unauthorized alterations may cause hearing damage. CAUTION: Use only the power supply provided with the speaker system. X: Indicates that this part is below the limit requirement in all EU Directive requirements as ...
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... guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. For future reference For convenience, enter the serial number (S/N located on the bottom of the right speaker) below and on a different circuit than the one or more of the FCC rules. These limits are encouraged to try to which can radiate radio...
... guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. For future reference For convenience, enter the serial number (S/N located on the bottom of the right speaker) below and on a different circuit than the one or more of the FCC rules. These limits are encouraged to try to which can radiate radio...
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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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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. Save the carton and all parts shown are in the carton. If any part is missing or damaged, contact your region. AC power Control pod cord* and cable 9
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. Save the carton and all parts shown are in the carton. 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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English SETTING UP the center of the computer screen. 11 This area is where the speaker driver is located. • Do not place the speakers too far behind 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 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.
English SETTING UP the center of the computer screen. 11 This area is where the speaker driver is located. • Do not place the speakers too far behind 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 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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... Audio In connector on the back of the audio in the AC power cord until all other end of these connectors vary) on the right speaker. 4. CAUTION: Do not plug in cable a into the DC Power connector on page 13. Insert the other connections are completed. 1. Insert the small end... of the AC power cord e into the power pack and then insert the large end into the Headphone or Speaker output connector (the labels and positions of the cable into an AC (mains) outlet. 12 English CONNECTING Connecting the cables Use the four provided cables...
... Audio In connector on the back of the audio in the AC power cord until all other end of these connectors vary) on the right speaker. 4. CAUTION: Do not plug in cable a into the DC Power connector on page 13. Insert the other connections are completed. 1. Insert the small end... of the AC power cord e into the power pack and then insert the large end into the Headphone or Speaker output connector (the labels and positions of the cable into an AC (mains) outlet. 12 English CONNECTING Connecting the cables Use the four provided cables...
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... 14 To connect an external music source Fully insert the 3.5 mm plug from the speakers. 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...
... 14 To connect an external music source Fully insert the 3.5 mm plug from the speakers. 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...
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... Turning on the system Touch the top of the control pod again to turn the speaker system on your sound source has a volume control 1. The power indicator extinguishes. Power indicator Power control Volume control Controlling the volume Rotate the...control pod to turn the system off. As you increase the volume, no sound is emitted from the Companion® 20 speakers, because they are set to increase the volume; Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control fully counterclockwise to decrease the volume to decrease volume. The power indicator illuminates. ...
... Turning on the system Touch the top of the control pod again to turn the speaker system on your sound source has a volume control 1. The power indicator extinguishes. Power indicator Power control Volume control Controlling the volume Rotate the...control pod to turn the system off. As you increase the volume, no sound is emitted from the Companion® 20 speakers, because they are set to increase the volume; Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control fully counterclockwise to decrease the volume to decrease volume. The power indicator illuminates. ...
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...of maximum should never turn your sound source up to maximum volume, as this could cause the sound to power. 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 ...low. A volume setting of about 80% of the control pod again until the sound reaches the desired listening level. English USING THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Note: You should be sufficient. 3. Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control clockwise until you hear two tones that chime from high to high. 16
...of maximum should never turn your sound source up to maximum volume, as this could cause the sound to power. 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 ...low. A volume setting of about 80% of the control pod again until the sound reaches the desired listening level. English USING THE SPEAKER SYSTEM Note: You should be sufficient. 3. Rotate the Companion® 20 control pod volume control clockwise until you hear two tones that chime from high to high. 16
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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 working. English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem What to do No sound • Make sure the speakers are turned on (the power indicator on the control pod is illuminated... 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 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 working. English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem What to do No sound • Make sure the speakers are turned on (the power indicator on the control pod is illuminated... 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.
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... sound source. Contacting Customer Service For additional help in the carton, or visit http://global.Bose.com 19 Refer to the address sheet included in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem One speaker does not play or sounds distorted Cannot control the volume using sufficient force to ensure that...
... sound source. Contacting Customer Service For additional help in the carton, or visit http://global.Bose.com 19 Refer to the address sheet included in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem One speaker does not play or sounds distorted Cannot control the volume using sufficient force to ensure that...
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... 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 water, to enter the rear port of the speakers, the speaker grilles, or any part of the control pod. If the...
... 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 water, to enter the rear port of the speakers, the speaker grilles, or any part of the control pod. If the...