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Owner's Guide August 13,2002 AM264981 01 V . pdf Bose Corporation
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Where to find . . . Setting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Unpack the carton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 For your records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Select the locations for your 201 _ " o _ r ' 301 _ " s _ peakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Choose the cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prepare the cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Make the connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Test the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using and Maintaining Your Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Enjoying sound in a variety of ways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Cleaning the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warranty period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Declaration of Conformity We , the offerer : ( : Bose c _ Corporation , The Mountain Framingham , MA 01701 - 9168 USA acknowledge our sole responsibility , that the product : Kind of equipment : Loudspeakers 201 ® and 301 ® Series V Direct Type designation : Reflecting ® speakers in accordance with EMC Directive 89 / 336 / EEC and Article 10 ( 1 ) of the Direc - tive , is in compliance with the following norm ( s ) or document ( s ) : Technical regulations : EN50081 - 1 , EN50082 - 1 Accredited by Bose Corporation 22 March 2002 Nick Merks Bose B . V . , Nijverheidstraat 8 1135 GE Edam , The Netherlands Vice President Europe Manufacturer's authorized EU Representative © 2002 Bose Corporation . No part of this work may be reproduced , modified , distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission . 2 AM264981 _ 01 _ V . pdf • August 13 , 2002
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Before you begin Your 201 _ or 301 _ ' Series V Direct / Reflecting _ speakers recreate a natural balance of reflected and direct sound energy for an open , spacious performance . They are designed by Bose _ to bring you high - quality listening pleasure . These speakers are significantly different from conventional speakers , so be sure to read this owner's guide . It will help you set up and use your speakers properly , for the greatest enjoy - ment . Unpack the carton Carefully unpack the carton and save all packing materials for possible future use . Check the carton contents ( Figure 1 ) . If either speaker appears damaged , do not use them . Instead , repack both speakers in the original carton and notify your authorized Bose dealer immediately . Note : Now is a good time to record the speaker serial numbers below and onyour warranty card . CAUTION : Toavoid danger of suffocation , keep the plastic bags that wrap these speakers out of the reach of children . Figure 1 Whatcomes in the carton % % 201 _ - s _ e ' ries V speakers 301 _ ' series V speakers For your records Serial numbers are located on the back of each speaker . Serial number : and Dealer name : Dealer phone : Purchase date We suggest you keep your sales slip and warranty card together with this owner's guide . 3 AM264981 _ 01 _ V . pdf • August 13 , 2002
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Select the locations for your 201 or 301 speakers Bose ® 201 and 301 speakers are designed to fit horizontally on a stable and level table or shelf ( Figure 2 ) . Place the left and right speakers ( marked on the back of each one ) on the left and right sides of your room , as you face them . Exactly where you put them depends on the size and style of your room and where you think they sound best . Feel free to experiment to find a location that is both convenient and provides the sound you prefer . Note : Because the grilles on the front of each speaker protect the drivers inside , we recom - mend that you do not remove them . CAUTION : 201 and 301 speakers are designed specifically for placement on a stationary shelf , table , or stand . On smooth surfaces like marble , glass or highly polished wood , vibra - tions may cause the speakers to slide . So be sure to attach the self - adhesive rubber feet to the bottom surface of each speaker for added stability and protection . The feet go in the cor - ners of the Flatsurface , 1 " back from the center of the curved front panel . Do not use these speakers in a moving vehicle . To mount the speakers on a wall , use only the Bose WB - 3 wall mounting bracket . Please follow the mounting instructions that come with these brackets . Improperly mounted speakers may fall , causing injury and damage . Here are some basic guidelines below : ° Leave at least 24 inches ( 60 cm ) from the speakers to any TV screens or monitors . ° Keep the back of the speakers within 18 inches ( 45 cm ) of the wall behind them . Figure 2 Placementguidelines RIGHT _ 30 cm ) 4 - 12 ' speaker ( 1 - 4 m ) I 78 " cm ) or more CAUTION : For the most realistic sound image , make sure the left speaker is placed on the left and the right speaker is on the right side of your room , as you face them . AM264981 _ 01 _ V . pdf ° August 13 , 2002
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Choose the cord It is important to use the proper gauge ( thickness ) of speaker cord . Wire recommendations Based on a maximum frequency response deviation of _ + 0.5 dB Gauge Length 18 ( 0.82 mm 2 ) 20 ft ( 6 m ) 16 ( 1.3 mm _ ) 30 ft ( 9 m ) 14 ( 2.1 mm _ ) 50 ft ( 15 m ) b Note : Before running the speaker cord through a waft or under a floor , check your local build - ing code requirements and safety regulations . If necessary , contact an electrical installer for this information . Prepare the cord Speaker cord consists of two insulated wires . The insulation around one wire is marked ( striped , collared , or ribbed ) . At the ends of each cord , strip approximately 1 / 2inch ( 12 mm ) of insulation from both wires . Twist the bare end of each wire so loose strands will not touch across terminals . Be sure to connect each wire to the proper terminal ( positive to positive and negative to negative ) . Note : It is sometimes difficult to distinguish wire markings . Inspect both wires carefully . 5 AM264981 _ 01 _ V . pdf • August 13 , 2002
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Make the connections Just press the terminal tab on the back of each speaker to insert the appropriate wire ( Figure 3 ) . _ iL CAUTION : Before making any connections , turn off your receiver and unplug it from the AC power ( mains ) outlet . Not doing so may result in damage to your system . , i _ CAUTION : Never use broken or frayed wiring , which can result in electrical shock or dam - age . 1 . Connect one speaker cord to your right speaker . ° Attach each marked wire ( + ) to the appropriate ( + ) terminal . ° Attach each plain wire ( - ) to the appropriate ( - ) terminal . 2 . Connect the other end of the same cord to the RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUT of your receiver . ° Attach each marked wire ( + ) to the appropriate ( + ) terminal . ° Attach each plain wire ( - ) to the appropriate ( - ) terminal . 3 . Connect the second cord to the left speaker and LEFT SPEAKER OUTPUT . Follow the steps in 1 and 2 above . Figure 3 Black How to make terminal con - Red Black nections Red 301 { " s _ eries V 201 _ ' series V Test the speakers To make sure your speakers operate correctly : 1 . Turn on your receiver . Set the receiver to MONO ( monophonic ) , if that is an option on your receiver . 2 . Make sure that all special effects ( such as surround sound ) are turned off . 3 . Set the balance control to normal ( center position ) . 4 . Play some deep bass passages of music through the speaker . The sound should seem to come from a point between the two speakers . The bass should be full and natural . If it is not , one of the connections may be reversed , causing the speakers to play out of phase ( refer to " Make the connections " above ) . To correct the problem , make sure all the wires are connected positive to positive ( + to + ) and negative to negative ( - to - ) . Then repeat steps 1 through 4 above to re - test the speakers . 6 AM264981 _ 01 _ V . pdf ° August 13 , 2002
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Enjoying sound in a variety of ways Your 201 _ " o _ r ' 301 " _ speakers are designed to work with a variety of stereo receivers and ampli - fiers as either front or rear channel speakers . The open , spacious performance of these speakers makes them an ideal choice for home theater , or for listening to CD's , tapes , or radio broadcasts ( Figure 4 ) . Figure 4 301 and 201 series V speaker sound path 301 " _ series V 201 _ series V Cleaning the speakers Clean the surface of your speakers with a soft damp cloth . Do not use any sprays near the system or allow liquids to spill into any openings . Also , do not use any solvents , chemicals , or cleaning solutions containing alcohol , ammonia , or abrasives . The speaker grille panels require no special care . You may vacuum them carefully to remove dust . AM264981 _ 01 _ V . pdf • August 13 , 2002
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Troubleshooting Problem What to do No sound • Make sure the receiver is plugged in and turned on . • Check to be sure the AC power ( mains ) outlet is working . • Disconnect any headphones plugged into the headphone jack . • Make sure the receiver is not set to MUTE . • Refer to the owner's guide that came with your receiver . • Check connections to both the speakers and the receiver . Refer to " Make the connec - tions " on page 6 . Correct any connection errors . No sound from one • Disconnect the working speaker from the receiver . speaker • Switch the cord of the " faulty " speaker from its original receiver , jacks to the other set of jacks ( the working speaker was originally attached to those jacks ) . - If the speaker now works , the problem is in your receiver . - If the speaker does not work , continue below . • Remove the cord from the working speaker and connect it to the " faulty " speaker and either set of receiver jacks . - If the speaker now works , the problem was in the original speaker cord . - If the speaker does not work , the problem is in the speaker . One speaker sounds dis - • Follow the same procedure for the problem of no sound from one speaker , as outlined torted above . Not enough bass or treble • AdJust the bass and treble controls on the receiver . • Check the connections to make sure they are correctly in phase ( + to + and - to - ) . Refer to " Make the connections " on page 6 . • Move the speakers closer to or farther from the side walls or other sound - reflecting hard surfaces . • Do not place the speakers exactly halfway between the floor and ceiling or any other sound - reflecting hard surface . Customer service If the troubleshooting guidelines above do not solve your problem , contact your authorized Bose ® dealer to arrange for service . To obtain information or service directly from Bose , see the list of telephone numbers included with your speakers . Bose Corporation will make every effort to correct any problem within the terms of your warranty . Warranty period Bose 201 _ * a _ n ' d 301 _ * s _ e'ries V Direct / Reflecting _ speakers are covered by a limited transferable warranty . Details of the coverage are provided on the warranty card that came with your speakers . Please fill out the information section on your card , detach , and mail to Bose . 8 AM264981 _ 01 _ V . pdf • August 13 , 2002
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Technical information Features Direct / Reflecting ® speaker technology Stereo Targeting ' _ tweeters Tuned port enclosure Syncom " _ computer quality control Driver complement 201 _ : One 6.5 - inch ( 16.5 cm ) woofer . One 2 - inch ( 5 cm ) tweeter . 301 _ : One 8 - inch ( 20 cm ) woofer . Two 2 - inch ( 5 cm ) high - sensitivity tweeters . Compatibility / impedance 201 : Compatible with amplifiers and receivers rated from 10 to 120 watts per channel Rated 8 ohms 301 : Compatible with amplifiers and receivers rated from 10 to 150 watts per channel Rated 4 - 8 ohms Enclosure Polymer and vinyl veneer over wood construction with black or light cherry finish . Size / Weight 201 : 8 " H x 13 3 / 4 " Wx 8 5 / 8 " D ( 20 cm x 35 cm x 22 cm ) . Each speaker , unpacked : 11 Ib ( 5 kg ) . Speaker pair in shipping carton : 25.2 Ib ( 11.4 kg ) . 301 : 9 3 / 4 " Hx 14 1 / 4 " WX 9 3 / 4 " D ( 25 cm x 36 cm x 25 cm ) . Each speaker , unpacked : 12.5 Ib ( 5.7 kg ) . Speaker pair in shipping carton : 28.7 Ib ( 13 kg ) . Optional accessories Bose ® FS - 01 speaker stands and WB - 3 wall mounting brackets are designed for use with 201 and 301 Series V Direct / Reflecting speakers . For information , or to order accessories , contact your authorized Bose dealer . To contact Bose directly , see the list of telephone numbers included with your speakers . Figure 5 A . Bose FS - 01 speaker stand B . WB - 3 wall mounting brackets A , B , 9 AM264981 _ 01 _ V . pdf • August 13 , 2002
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