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Thank you . Visit the site to access helpful information about your product. • Register your Companion 5 system. • Discover other Bose® products. We encourage you to : • Find setup tips and view FAQs. • Learn more about your new Companion system. This website allows you to get the most from Bose. Just log on for choosing the Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system from your new Companion 5 system. owners.bose.com/companion5 Welcome, new owner. A site just for you for a simple way to visit us online at owners.bose.com/companion5.
Thank you . Visit the site to access helpful information about your product. • Register your Companion 5 system. • Discover other Bose® products. We encourage you to : • Find setup tips and view FAQs. • Learn more about your new Companion system. This website allows you to get the most from Bose. Just log on for choosing the Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system from your new Companion 5 system. owners.bose.com/companion5 Welcome, new owner. A site just for you for a simple way to visit us online at owners.bose.com/companion5.
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...future reference. All other trademarks referenced herein are registered trademarks of electrical shock. CAUTION: Make no modifications to constitute a risk of Bose Corporation. Unauthorized alterations may compromise safety, regulatory compliance, and system performance. English Español Français SAFETY INFORMATION Please read... used without prior written permission. Please save this owner's guide. Liquids can be found on boats. ©2007 Bose Corporation. Bose, COMPANION, TrueSpace and Acoustimass are property of Conformity can cause a failure and/or a fire hazard.
...future reference. All other trademarks referenced herein are registered trademarks of electrical shock. CAUTION: Make no modifications to constitute a risk of Bose Corporation. Unauthorized alterations may compromise safety, regulatory compliance, and system performance. English Español Français SAFETY INFORMATION Please read... used without prior written permission. Please save this owner's guide. Liquids can be found on boats. ©2007 Bose Corporation. Bose, COMPANION, TrueSpace and Acoustimass are property of Conformity can cause a failure and/or a fire hazard.
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... the wall outlet before using this product yourself. Do not put it from being walked on the product and in solving problems, contact Bose Customer Service. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Protect the power cord from overheating, put the product...third prong are designed to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used , use attachments/accessories specified by Bose Corporation. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by one to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in...
... the wall outlet before using this product yourself. Do not put it from being walked on the product and in solving problems, contact Bose Customer Service. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Protect the power cord from overheating, put the product...third prong are designed to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used , use attachments/accessories specified by Bose Corporation. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by one to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in...
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...çais CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4 SYSTEM SETUP 5 OPERATION 13 CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES 15 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 16 INTRODUCTION 6 Your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system 6 Setup help 6 SYSTEM SETUP 7 Unpacking 7 For your records 7 Placing your Companion® 5 system 8 Positioning the speakers 8 Positioning the Acoustimass® module 9 Making system connections 10 Windows® XP audio...
...çais CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4 SYSTEM SETUP 5 OPERATION 13 CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES 15 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 16 INTRODUCTION 6 Your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system 6 Setup help 6 SYSTEM SETUP 7 Unpacking 7 For your records 7 Placing your Companion® 5 system 8 Positioning the speakers 8 Positioning the Acoustimass® module 9 Making system connections 10 Windows® XP audio...
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...• A USB cable to connect the system to your computer. • A control pod that allows you to your Companion 5 multimedia speaker system easily connects to control system volume and connect headphones or portable audio players. Setup help , please visit http://owners....bose.com/Companion5 for purchasing a Bose® Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system, which delivers the superb acoustic performance needed to enjoy the full audio impact of music...
...• A USB cable to connect the system to your computer. • A control pod that allows you to your Companion 5 multimedia speaker system easily connects to control system volume and connect headphones or portable audio players. Setup help , please visit http://owners....bose.com/Companion5 for purchasing a Bose® Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system, which delivers the superb acoustic performance needed to enjoy the full audio impact of music...
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... information, refer to record the serial number of your new Companion® 5 system here and on the rear of the system appears damaged, do not attempt to be sure your product registration card together with this owner's guide. 7 Notify Bose or your region is a good time to the address sheet ... you keep plastic bags out of the reach of your system includes the parts shown in the carton. Rubber feet for your authorized Bose® dealer immediately. If any part of the Acoustimass module. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to transport your system.
... information, refer to record the serial number of your new Companion® 5 system here and on the rear of the system appears damaged, do not attempt to be sure your product registration card together with this owner's guide. 7 Notify Bose or your region is a good time to the address sheet ... you keep plastic bags out of the reach of your system includes the parts shown in the carton. Rubber feet for your authorized Bose® dealer immediately. If any part of the Acoustimass module. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to transport your system.
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SYSTEM SETUP Français Español English SYSTEM SETUP Placing your Companion® 5 system For optimal performance, use the following guidelines to identify left/right placement. • For optimum performance, position each speaker the same ... least six inches away from adjacent large objects or cabinet surfaces. For example, if your computer desk includes a hutch, keep the outside edge of your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is marked L (left and right speaker to Figure 2, which shows a typical system setup. Figure 2 Typical system setup Left (L) speaker...
SYSTEM SETUP Français Español English SYSTEM SETUP Placing your Companion® 5 system For optimal performance, use the following guidelines to identify left/right placement. • For optimum performance, position each speaker the same ... least six inches away from adjacent large objects or cabinet surfaces. For example, if your computer desk includes a hutch, keep the outside edge of your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is marked L (left and right speaker to Figure 2, which shows a typical system setup. Figure 2 Typical system setup Left (L) speaker...
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For example, you can place it under your computer table or desk. • Put one rubber foot on each corner of the bottom panel of the module. • Stand the module on its feet on a flat surface. • DO NOT BLOCK the front grille of the module. • DO NOT lay the module on your computer system. • Keep the module away from interfering with the monitor. 9 SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP Positioning the Acoustimass® module The Acoustimass® module is necessary to prevent the module from overheating. • Place the module at...
For example, you can place it under your computer table or desk. • Put one rubber foot on each corner of the bottom panel of the module. • Stand the module on its feet on a flat surface. • DO NOT BLOCK the front grille of the module. • DO NOT lay the module on your computer system. • Keep the module away from interfering with the monitor. 9 SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP Positioning the Acoustimass® module The Acoustimass® module is necessary to prevent the module from overheating. • Place the module at...
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Plug the appropriate end of the Acoustimass® module. See "System modes" on your computer. Note: Bose recommends using a safety agency-approved surge protector on page 15. IMPORTANT: For optimum performance, connect the USB cable directly to "Mac OS... can damage electronic components in the power cord. Right (R) speaker Left (L) speaker Acoustimass module rear panel Computer USB 1 3 4 2 Control pod Note: The Companion® 5 system does not have an AC power switch. Insert the red plug on the right (R) speaker cable into the R jack and insert the white...
Plug the appropriate end of the Acoustimass® module. See "System modes" on your computer. Note: Bose recommends using a safety agency-approved surge protector on page 15. IMPORTANT: For optimum performance, connect the USB cable directly to "Mac OS... can damage electronic components in the power cord. Right (R) speaker Left (L) speaker Acoustimass module rear panel Computer USB 1 3 4 2 Control pod Note: The Companion® 5 system does not have an AC power switch. Insert the red plug on the right (R) speaker cable into the R jack and insert the white...
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... 11 Do not unplug any other messages appear that interrupt this takes about 30 seconds). After plugging in your audio setup, please visit http://owners.bose.com/Companion5. 1. SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP Windows® XP audio setup IMPORTANT!
... 11 Do not unplug any other messages appear that interrupt this takes about 30 seconds). After plugging in your audio setup, please visit http://owners.bose.com/Companion5. 1. SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP Windows® XP audio setup IMPORTANT!
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...;ais Español SYSTEM SETUP Figure 5 Sounds and Audio Devices Properties and Advanced Audio Properties 2. Under the Volume tab, verify that Bose USB Audio is now ready to open Sounds and Audio Devices Properties (Figure 5). Click Apply and then OK. Under Speaker settings, click...; 5 multimedia speaker system is the connected USB device. 4. Connected USB device English SYSTEM SETUP Setting for the Companion 5 system 3. Note: If you remove the USB connection to your Companion 5 system and plug it in again later, perform this procedure again to check the settings. 12 In the ...
...;ais Español SYSTEM SETUP Figure 5 Sounds and Audio Devices Properties and Advanced Audio Properties 2. Under the Volume tab, verify that Bose USB Audio is now ready to open Sounds and Audio Devices Properties (Figure 5). Click Apply and then OK. Under Speaker settings, click...; 5 multimedia speaker system is the connected USB device. 4. Connected USB device English SYSTEM SETUP Setting for the Companion 5 system 3. Note: If you remove the USB connection to your Companion 5 system and plug it in again later, perform this procedure again to check the settings. 12 In the ...
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...! • Do not unplug any other messages appear that interrupt this setup procedure. • For additional help with your audio setup, please visit http://owners.bose.com/Companion5. 1.
...! • Do not unplug any other messages appear that interrupt this setup procedure. • For additional help with your audio setup, please visit http://owners.bose.com/Companion5. 1.
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If not Select Bose USB Audio and click Set Default. Verify that the Playback default setting (indicated by a green check) is now ready to use. 14 Figure 10 Sound control panel 5. Your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is Bose USB Audio. Click Sound in the Hardware and Sound control panel (Figure 9). SYSTEM SETUP SYSTEM SETUP Figure 9 Sounds Français Español English 4.
If not Select Bose USB Audio and click Set Default. Verify that the Playback default setting (indicated by a green check) is now ready to use. 14 Figure 10 Sound control panel 5. Your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is Bose USB Audio. Click Sound in the Hardware and Sound control panel (Figure 9). SYSTEM SETUP SYSTEM SETUP Figure 9 Sounds Français Español English 4.
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... preferences Figure 12 Audio MIDI Setup control panel 3. Select Bose USB Audio for sound output and close the control panel. In the Applications folder on your audio setup, please visit http://owners.bose.com/Companion5. 1. Your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is now ready to use.... 15 Choose Bose USB Audio for Properties For, Default Output, and System Output. SYSTEM SETUP English ...
... preferences Figure 12 Audio MIDI Setup control panel 3. Select Bose USB Audio for sound output and close the control panel. In the Applications folder on your audio setup, please visit http://owners.bose.com/Companion5. 1. Your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is now ready to use.... 15 Choose Bose USB Audio for Properties For, Default Output, and System Output. SYSTEM SETUP English ...
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... control ring Mode indicator • Amber = Muted mode • Green = Active mode • Red = Standby mode IMPORTANT! • The Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is identified by an internal protection feature if you connect headphones to switch between the Muted and Active mode, except when...for 5.1 surround sound. You hear no audio from the computer or any audio coming from your PC or a connected source) and the Companion 5 system: 1. Set the source volume near maximum. 3. When both the volume level of the source (your computer and the input signal...
... control ring Mode indicator • Amber = Muted mode • Green = Active mode • Red = Standby mode IMPORTANT! • The Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is identified by an internal protection feature if you connect headphones to switch between the Muted and Active mode, except when...for 5.1 surround sound. You hear no audio from the computer or any audio coming from your PC or a connected source) and the Companion 5 system: 1. Set the source volume near maximum. 3. When both the volume level of the source (your computer and the input signal...
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Use the bass compensation control (Figure 14) on the Acoustimass® module. Figure 14 Bass compensation control Acoustimass rear panel Bass compensation: • 3 to increase bass (+) • 4 to adjust the sound. OPERATION English Español Français OPERATION Adjusting the bass After listening to your speaker system, you may wish to decrease bass (-) 17 06.Operation.fm 12/07
Use the bass compensation control (Figure 14) on the Acoustimass® module. Figure 14 Bass compensation control Acoustimass rear panel Bass compensation: • 3 to increase bass (+) • 4 to adjust the sound. OPERATION English Español Français OPERATION Adjusting the bass After listening to your speaker system, you may wish to decrease bass (-) 17 06.Operation.fm 12/07
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To adjust the volume level, turn up the volume on the audio device and use the volume control ring on the control pod. You may need to adjust the volume control ring and the volume levels in headphones automatically mutes the system speakers. • After disconnecting headphones, touch the mode switch to hear sound from the speakers again. • To adjust the volume level, use the volume control ring on the control pod. Note: When listening to hear both sources at your computer are mixed with the sound from your preferred levels. 18 Figure 15 Control pod connectors Mode ...
To adjust the volume level, turn up the volume on the audio device and use the volume control ring on the control pod. You may need to adjust the volume control ring and the volume levels in headphones automatically mutes the system speakers. • After disconnecting headphones, touch the mode switch to hear sound from the speakers again. • To adjust the volume level, use the volume control ring on the control pod. Note: When listening to hear both sources at your computer are mixed with the sound from your preferred levels. 18 Figure 15 Control pod connectors Mode ...
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... and increase the volume on the card and mail it is not set at http://owners.bose.com/register. the message, "This USB Remove the USB 1.0 device, or plug the Companion 5 system directly into any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives..." on page 10). • Check your product at a reasonable level. Do not use any audio application running. 19 Limited warranty The Companion® 5 system is in any sprays near the speakers. Insert the the message, "A prob- lem occurred during the hardware installation process....
... and increase the volume on the card and mail it is not set at http://owners.bose.com/register. the message, "This USB Remove the USB 1.0 device, or plug the Companion 5 system directly into any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives..." on page 10). • Check your product at a reasonable level. Do not use any audio application running. 19 Limited warranty The Companion® 5 system is in any sprays near the speakers. Insert the the message, "A prob- lem occurred during the hardware installation process....
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...service For additional help in the Acoustimass module. • Check balance levels on the speaker in question is in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. Scratch-resistant, satin-finished vinyl Satellite speakers .......... Sound from the hub and plug it into its jack on ...if the problem is in the sound source or the Acoustimass module, connect a different sound source to the control pod. If the Companion 5 speaker system operates properly, the problem is in the original sound source. Product specifications Power rating Dimensions Weight Finish USA/Canada ...
...service For additional help in the Acoustimass module. • Check balance levels on the speaker in question is in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. Scratch-resistant, satin-finished vinyl Satellite speakers .......... Sound from the hub and plug it into its jack on ...if the problem is in the sound source or the Acoustimass module, connect a different sound source to the control pod. If the Companion 5 speaker system operates properly, the problem is in the original sound source. Product specifications Power rating Dimensions Weight Finish USA/Canada ...
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©2009 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM322417 Rev.00
©2009 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM322417 Rev.00