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... plug or appliance coupler is best to constitute a risk of the AC (mains) receptacle. Bose, COMPANION, TrueSpace and Acoustimass are property of Bose Corporation. All other trademarks referenced herein are registered trademarks of their respective owner's. 3 It is used as lighted candles, should be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids...
... plug or appliance coupler is best to constitute a risk of the AC (mains) receptacle. Bose, COMPANION, TrueSpace and Acoustimass are property of Bose Corporation. All other trademarks referenced herein are registered trademarks of their respective owner's. 3 It is used as lighted candles, should be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids...
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...and a third grounding prong. To prevent risk of the product and to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used , use this product. 2. Do not let objects or liquids enter the product - Information about products that generate electrical noise If applicable, this apparatus... not fit in a fire or electric shock. 17. Protect the power cord from overheating, put the product in solving problems, contact Bose Customer Service. Use only with the apparatus. When a cart is required when the apparatus has been damaged in a wet basement, near water or moisture ...
...and a third grounding prong. To prevent risk of the product and to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used , use this product. 2. Do not let objects or liquids enter the product - Information about products that generate electrical noise If applicable, this apparatus... not fit in a fire or electric shock. 17. Protect the power cord from overheating, put the product in solving problems, contact Bose Customer Service. Use only with the apparatus. When a cart is required when the apparatus has been damaged in a wet basement, near water or moisture ...
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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, movies, ...If you need additional help The setup instructions in this owner's guide explain how your Companion 5 multimedia speaker system easily connects to your computer. • A control pod that allows you for more information. 6 Using TrueSpace® digital surround signal processing technology, the small satellite speakers provide improved spaciousness,...
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, movies, ...If you need additional help The setup instructions in this owner's guide explain how your Companion 5 multimedia speaker system easily connects to your computer. • A control pod that allows you for more information. 6 Using TrueSpace® digital surround signal processing technology, the small satellite speakers provide improved spaciousness,...
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...contents Carefully unpack your system. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to the address sheet included in Figure 1. For Bose contact information, refer to transport your system. Left speaker Right speaker Acoustimass® module Control pod Power cord* USB cable *The appropriate...appears damaged, do not attempt to record the serial number of your new Companion® 5 system here and on the rear of children. Rubber feet for your region is a good time to use it. The serial number is located on your product registration card together with...
...contents Carefully unpack your system. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to the address sheet included in Figure 1. For Bose contact information, refer to transport your system. Left speaker Right speaker Acoustimass® module Control pod Power cord* USB cable *The appropriate...appears damaged, do not attempt to record the serial number of your new Companion® 5 system here and on the rear of children. Rubber feet for your region is a good time to use it. The serial number is located on your product registration card together with...
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... your computer desk includes a hutch, keep the outside edge of each speaker the same distance from you to experience the audio surround effects that your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is marked L (left) or R (right) to the left /right placement. • For optimum performance, position ...system setup Left (L) speaker 24 in (61 cm) maximum Right (R) speaker Control pod Acoustimass module Positioning the speakers Proper positioning of your Companion® 5 system For optimal performance, use the following guidelines to Figure 2, which shows a typical system setup.
... your computer desk includes a hutch, keep the outside edge of each speaker the same distance from you to experience the audio surround effects that your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is marked L (left) or R (right) to the left /right placement. • For optimum performance, position ...system setup Left (L) speaker 24 in (61 cm) maximum Right (R) speaker Control pod Acoustimass module Positioning the speakers Proper positioning of your Companion® 5 system For optimal performance, use the following guidelines to Figure 2, which shows a typical system setup.
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...to "Mac OS® X audio setup" on and the operating system is running. • IMPORTANT: Close all electronic equipment. Note: Bose recommends using a safety agency-approved surge protector on your computer rather than connecting through a USB hub. 5. Plug the other software applications. For Windows&#... R and L marks on page 16. 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. For Mac OS® X computers, go to fit correctly into the Control Pod jack. ...
...to "Mac OS® X audio setup" on and the operating system is running. • IMPORTANT: Close all electronic equipment. Note: Bose recommends using a safety agency-approved surge protector on your computer rather than connecting through a USB hub. 5. Plug the other software applications. For Windows&#... R and L marks on page 16. 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. For Mac OS® X computers, go to fit correctly into the Control Pod jack. ...
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Click Apply and then OK. Note: If you remove the USB connection to your Companion 5 system and plug it in again later, perform this procedure again to use. Your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is the connected USB device. 4. Under Speaker settings, click the ...Advanced button to open Sounds and Audio Devices Properties (Figure 5). Connected USB device English SYSTEM SETUP Setting for the Companion 5 system 3. Under the Volume tab, verify that Bose...
Click Apply and then OK. Note: If you remove the USB connection to your Companion 5 system and plug it in again later, perform this procedure again to use. Your Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is the connected USB device. 4. Under Speaker settings, click the ...Advanced button to open Sounds and Audio Devices Properties (Figure 5). Connected USB device English SYSTEM SETUP Setting for the Companion 5 system 3. Under the Volume tab, verify that Bose...
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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. 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).
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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 Open the Audio MIDI Setup control panel (Figure 12). 5. For additional help with your hard drive, open the Sound control ... 4. Figure 11 Mac OS® X sound preferences Figure 12 Audio MIDI Setup control panel 3. Choose Bose USB Audio for Properties For, Default Output, and System Output. Select Bose USB Audio for sound output and close the control panel. SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français...
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 Open the Audio MIDI Setup control panel (Figure 12). 5. For additional help with your hard drive, open the Sound control ... 4. Figure 11 Mac OS® X sound preferences Figure 12 Audio MIDI Setup control panel 3. Choose Bose USB Audio for Properties For, Default Output, and System Output. Select Bose USB Audio for sound output and close the control panel. SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français...
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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 Use the bass compensation control (Figure 14) on the Acoustimass® module.
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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 ... device To connect an audio device such as a CD/MP3 player, plug the audio cable from the speakers again. • To adjust the volume level, use the volume control ring on the control pod. CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES Français Español English Connecting headphones To connect...
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 ... device To connect an audio device such as a CD/MP3 player, plug the audio cable from the speakers again. • To adjust the volume level, use the volume control ring on the control pod. CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES Français Español English Connecting headphones To connect...
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...a limited transferable warranty. Problem What to maintain the finish. • Do not use an ammonia-free window cleaner to do so will not affect your limited warranty rights. Limited warranty The Companion® 5 system is Green). • Disconnect headphones. • Restart your digital... mute is set in any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. • Do not allow liquids to Bose or register your product at a reasonable level. Insert the the message, "A prob- tem sounds distorted. • Disable the effects in...
...a limited transferable warranty. Problem What to maintain the finish. • Do not use an ammonia-free window cleaner to do so will not affect your limited warranty rights. Limited warranty The Companion® 5 system is Green). • Disconnect headphones. • Restart your digital... mute is set in any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. • Do not allow liquids to Bose or register your product at a reasonable level. Insert the the message, "A prob- tem sounds distorted. • Disable the effects in...
