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Bose _ 301 _ Series IV Direct / Reflecting * Speakers Owner's Guide October 30 , 2001 AM181869 04 Vpdf
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Thankyou Congratulations on your purchase of Bose _ 301 _ Series IV Direct / Reflecting _ speakers . Their integrated system of advanced Bose technologies delivers superior sound reproduction from a bookshelf design . For your records Serial numbers are located on the back of each 301 speaker . Serial numbers : and Dealer name : Dealer phone : Purchase date : We suggest you keep your sales slip and warranty card together with this owner's guide . Declaration of Conformity We , the offerer : Bose ' _ Corporation , The Mountain Framingham , MA 01701 - 9168 USA acknowledge our sole responsibility , that the product : Kind of equipment : Loudspeakers Type designation : 301 " SerieslV DirecUReflecting _ speakers in accordance with EMC Directive 89 / 336 / EEC and Article 10 ( 1 ) of the Directive , is in compliance with the following norm ( s ) or document ( s ) : EN50081 - 1 , EN50082 - 1 Technical regulations : Accredited by Bose Corporation 3 November 1995 Bose B . V . , Nijverheidstraat 8 Paul Olean , General Manager , Bose Europe Manufacturer's authorized EU 1135 GE Edam , The Netherlands representative 2 October 30 , 2001 AM181869 _ 04 _ V . pdf
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Where to find . . . M Setting Up Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Unpack the carton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Select the locations for your 301 ' : * speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Choose the cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Prepare the cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Make the connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Check the connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Test the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using and Maintaining Your 301 ' : * Series IV Speakers Enjoying sound in a variety of ways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Cleaning the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Warranty period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Product Information Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Bosd _ Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . inside back cover AM181869 _ 04 _ V . pdf October 30 , 2001 3
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Before you begin CAUTION : Toavoid danger of suffocation , Your 301 _ Series IV Direct / Reflecting _ speakers re - create a natural balance of reflected and keep the plastic bags that direct sound energy for an open , spacious performance . They are designed at Bose ' _ t'o wrap these speakers out bring you high - quality listening pleasure . of the reach of children . The Direct / Reflecting ' _ tweeter inside each speaker creates a pattern of sound similar to what you experience at a live concert . In addition , the Stereo Targeting _ tweeters help establish the natural balance of sound , for full enjoyment of stereo even when you move around the room . These distinct left and right speakers also feature tuned port enclosures that contribute to their deep , room - filling bass . An advanced crossover design adds to the realism and clear definition of both musical instruments and voices . Your 301 Series IV 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 enjoyment . 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 on page 2 of this guide and on your warranty card . Figure 1 RIGHT speaker What comes inthe carton : LEFT speaker • Leftspeaker • Rightspeaker • 8 self - adhesiverubber feet Rubber feet 4 October 30 , 2001 AM181869 _ 04 _ Vp , df
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CAUTION : Select the locations for your 301 " speakers M 307 speakers are designed Bose _ 301 speakers are designed to fit horizontally on a table or shelf ( Figure 2 ) . Be sure to specifically for placement on a choose a stable and level surface for each speaker . stationary shelf , table , or stand . @ Place the left and right speakers ( marked on the back of each one ) on the left and right On smooth surfaces like sides of your room , as you face them . Exactly where you put them depends on the size and marble , glass or high _ pol - style of your room and where you think they sound best . Feel free to experiment to find a ished wood , vibrations may location that is both convenient and provides the sound you prefer . cause the speakers to slide . So be sure to attach the self - Note : Because the grilles on the front of each speaker protect the drivers inside , we adhesive rubber feet to the recommend that you do not remove the grilles . bottom surface of each Here are some basic guidelines : speaker for added stability and • Place the speakers 4 to 12 feet ( 1 to 4 m ) apart . protection . The feet go in the corners of the flat surface , • Choose a stable and level surface for each speaker , and attach the rubber feet . inside the seam . • Leave at least 12 inches ( 30 cm ) of space from the end of a speaker to the side wall . Do not use these speakers in • Leave at least 18 inches ( 45 cm ) from the speakers to the floor or ceiling . a moving vehicle . • Leave at least 24 inches ( 60 cm ) from the speakers to any TV screens or monitors . Tomount the speakers on a • Keep the back of the speakers within 18 inches ( 45 cm ) of the wall behind them . wall , use only the Bose WB - 3 waft mounting bracket . Please • Do not place the speakers exactly halfway between the floor and ceiling or any other follow the mounting instructions sound - reflecting hard surface . that come with these brackets . • Do not put the speakers in a vertical position . Improperly mounted speakers Note : Bose speaker stands or wall brackets can extend your placement options . See may fall , caustng injury and " Optional accessories " on page 70 . damage . lo contact Bose _ please refer to the subsid ary officesck inside ba Placement guidelines I t 8 " ( 45cm ) I or more I CAUTION : _ L LEFT kRIGHTer For the most realistic sound spea T speaker image , make sure the / eft speaker is placed on the left and the right speaker is on the right side of your room , as you face them . t 8 " ( 45cm ) or more AM181869 _ 04 _ V . pdf October 30 , 2001 5
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CAUTION : Choose the cord Never use broken or frayed It is important to use the proper gauge ( thickness ) of speaker cord . Standard zip cord wiring , which can result in ( 2 - conductor , 18 - gauge wire ) works for most applications . You can find this wire at most electrical shock or damage . electrical and hardware stores . You will need thicker wire if your speakers will be more than 30 feet ( 9 m ) from a receiver ( or amplifier ) . Refer to the wire recommendations under " Technical information " on page 10 , or contact your authorized Bose _ dealer for more information . Note : Before running speaker cord through a waft or under a floor , check your local building code requirements and safety regulations . Youmay want to 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 ) . This marked wire is always positive ( + ) . The plain wire is always negative ( - ) . These wires correspond to the red ( + ) and black ( - ) terminals on the speakers and the receiver . 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 . Make the connections CAUTION : Before maktng any connec - Just press the terminal tab on the back of each speaker to insert the appropriate wire tions , turn off your receiver ( Figure 3 ) . and unplug it from the AC 1 . Connect one speaker cord to your right speaker . power ( mains ) outlet . Not doing so may result in dam - a . Attach the marked wire at one end to the red ( + ) terminal . age to your system . b . Attach the plain wire at that end to the black ( - ) terminal . 2 . Connect the other end of the same cord to the RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUT of your receiver . a . Attach the marked wire to the red ( + ) terminal . b . Attach the plain wire to the black ( - ) terminal . 3 . Connect the second cord to the left speaker and LEFT SPEAKER OUTPUT . Follow the steps in 1 and 2 above . Figure 3 Howto maketerminal connec - tions Red terminal tab Marked 6 October 30 , 2001 AM181869 _ 04 _ Vpdf
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Check the connections M Check to be sure all connections are made positive to positive ( + to + ) and negative to negative ( - to - ) ( Figure 4 ) . Make sure that no loose strands of wire touch across terminals . Bridged wires can short circuit and damage the amplifier . Tighten any loose connections before you plug in the receiver and turn it on . Back of RIGHT speaker Back of LEFT speaker Figure 4 Completed connections Back of receiver Test the speakers To make sure your speakers operate correctly : 1 . Place the speakers less than 6 inches ( 15 cm ) apart , facing each other . 2 . Turn on your receiver . Set the receiver to MONO ( monophonic ) , if that is an option on your receiver . 3 . Make sure that all special effects ( such as surround sound ) are turned off . 4 . Set the balance control to normal ( center position ) . 5 . 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 " on page 6 ) . 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 5 above to re - test the speakers . AM181869 _ 04 _ V . pdf October 30 , 2001 7
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Enjoying sound in a variety of ways Bose _ 301 ' _ S : eries IV Direct / Reflecting ' _ speakers are designed to work with a variety of stereo receivers and amplifiers . The open , spacious performance of these speakers also makes them an ideal choice for home theater , or for listening to CD's , tapes , or radio broadcasts ( Figure 5 ) . Figure 5 301 _ Series IV Direct / Reflecting _ speakersound path 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 . Warranty period Bose 301 Series IV Direct / Reflecting ' _ speakers are covered by a limited 5 - year 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 October 30 , 2001 AM181869 _ 04 _ Vp , df
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Troubleshooting M 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 headphonejack . • 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 connections " on page 6 . Correct any connec - tion errors . No sound from • Disconnect the working speaker from the receiver . one speaker • Switch the cord of the " faulty " speaker from its original receiver jacks to the other set ofjacks ( the working speaker was originally attached to thosejacks ) . - 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 receiverjacks . - 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 • Follow the same procedure for the problem of no sound from sounds distorted one speaker , as outlined above . Adjust the bass and treble controls on the receiver . Not enough bass or treble 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 . 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 , refer to the listing at the end of this guide . Bose Corporation will make every effort to correct any problem within the terms of your warranty . AM181869 _ 04 _ V , pdf October 30 , 2001 9
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Technical information Features DirecdReflecting _ speaker design Stereo Targeting ' _ t'weeters Tuned port enclosure Syncom _ computer quality control Driver complement One ( 1 ) 8 - inch ( 20 cm ) woofer One ( 1 ) 3 - inch ( 7.6 cm ) high - sensitivity tweeter One ( 1 ) 2 - inch ( 5 cm ) high - sensitivity tweeter Compatibility / Impedance Compatible with amplifiers and receivers rated from 10 to 150 watts per channel . Rated 8 ohms Wire recommendations Based on a maximum frequencies response deviation of + 0.5 dB Gauge Length 18 ( 0.75 mm2 ) 30 ft ( 9 m ) maximum 16 ( 1.5 mm2 ) 45 ft ( 14 m ) maximum 14 ( 2.0 mm2 ) 70 ft ( 21 m ) maximum Enclosure Polymer and vinyl veneer over wood construction with black , rosewood , or gray finish Size / Weight Speaker : 101 / 4 " Hx 163 & " W x 91 / z " D ( 26 x 42 x 24 cm ) Each speaker , unpacked : 11.6 Ib ( 5.2 kg ) Speaker pair in shipping carton : 27.7 Ib ( 12.5 kg ) Figure 6 Optional accessories Bose _ AS - 3 speaker stand and Bose AS - 3 speaker stands and WB - 3 wall mounting brackets WB - 3 wall mounting brackets are designed for use with 301 Series IV DirectJReflecting II rl I speakers . For information , or to order accessories , contact your JJ II I authorized Bose dealer . To contact Bose directly , refer to the JJ II I listing at the back of this owner's guide . , , _ 1 I I 10 October 30 , 2001 AM181869 _ 04 _ Vp , df
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