Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
The Bose® Acoustimass® 5 Series III Speaker System
Owner's Guide
Introduction
Thank you
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We appreciate your choice of the Bose® Acoustimass® 5 Series III speaker system. It will provide you with many years of listening enjoyment. Your system features new third generation Acoustimass cube speaker arrays, a product of the continuous research and development at Bose Corporation. These cube speakers deliver more lifelike sound and better overall performance, yet are smaller than their predecessors.
Important information
Please read this owner's guide
The set-up and operation of your Acoustimass 5 Series III speaker system is significantly different from other speakers. Please take the time to read this owner's guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy all of its advanced features. Save your owner's guide for future reference.
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: Type designation: Loudspeakers Acoustimass® 5 Series III 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): Technical regulations: EN50081-1, EN50082-1
Accredited by Bose Corporation
1 May 1998
Bose B.V., Nijverheidstraat 8 1135 GE Edam, The Netherlands Anton Schalkamp General Manager, Bose Europe Manufacturer's authorized EU representative
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Contents
Where to find...
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Introduction Thank you ..................................................................................................................... 2 Important information ................................................................................................... 2 Contents Where to find ................................................................................................................ 3 For your records ........................................................................................................... 3 Setting Up Before you begin ........................................................................................................... 4 1. Unpacking the carton ............................................................................................... 4 2. Selecting the locations for your Acoustimass® system components........................ 5 3. Examining the cables and connections .................................................................... 5 4. Connecting the cube arrays to the Acoustimass module ......................................... 6 5. Connecting the Acoustimass 5 Series III system to your receiver ........................... 7 Fine Tuning Your Acoustimass 5 Series III Speaker System Checking your speaker system .................................................................................... 8 Positioning your speaker system to get the best sound .............................................. 8 Cube considerations ........................................................................................... 8 Acoustimass module considerations .................................................................. 9 Using your speaker system to its best advantage ...................................................... 10 Automatic System Protection ..................................................................................... 10 Receiver/amplifier considerations ............................................................................... 10 Maintaining Your Acoustimass 5 Series III Speaker System Maintaining your speaker system ............................................................................... 11 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 11 Product Information Technical information .................................................................................................. 12 Available Accessories ................................................................................................. 12 Warranty period .......................................................................................................... 12 Customer Service ....................................................................................................... 12 Bose® Corporation .................................................................................... inside back cover
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For your records
Serial numbers are located on the connection panel of the Acoustimass module. Serial number: _________________________________________________________________ Dealer name: __________________________________________________________________
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Dealer phone: _______________________ Purchase date: ___________________________ We suggest you keep your sales slip and warranty card together with this owner's guide.
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Setting Up
Before you begin
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The Bose® Acoustimass® 5 Series III speaker system offers many advantages over conventional speakers. For one, the system adjusts to deliver the best combination of direct and reflected sound for your listening environment and musical taste. And this Virtually Invisible® speaker system requires very little space to deliver a lifelike musical performance formerly associated with room-dominating loudspeakers. Sections 1  5 give you step-by-step instructions on how to set up and connect the system to your components, so you can begin enjoying it as soon as possible. The remaining sections provide more detailed information on arranging your system for the best possible performance.
1. Unpacking the carton
Unpack your system and familiarize yourself with the parts identified in Figure 1. If any part of the product appears damaged, do not attempt to use the system. Repack it in the original carton and notify Bose or your authorized Bose dealer immediately. · Remove any staples from the opened carton flaps. · Remove the inner cartons containing the two cube speaker arrays. · Gently roll the carton over onto its side and then onto its opening. · Carefully lift the carton from around the Acoustimass module and packing cushions.
WARNING: The Acoustimass module weighs 18.8 pounds (8.5 kg). Use good lifting practice to avoid injury. WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children. Note: Now is a good time to record the serial number of these speakers on page 3 of this guide and on your warranty card. It is a good idea to save all packing materials for possible future use.
Figure 1
What comes in the carton: · 2 Cube arrays · 1 Acoustimass module · 4 Wires · 4 Adhesive-backed rubber feet · Owner's guide · Quick set up guide
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Setting Up
2. Selecting the locations for your Acoustimass® system components
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1. You can place the Acoustimass module almost anywhere in your listening room, in either a vertical or horizontal position (Figure 2). It can be hidden under a bed or table or even behind a sofa, as long as you remember not to block the round opening in the end of the unit. Allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between that end and any surface. After selecting a place for the Acoustimass module, attach the four rubber feet to the bottom surface for additional stability. If you choose to stand the module on its connection end, the feet must be attached to protect the wire connections.
CAUTION: The Acoustimass module is not magnetically shielded and should be kept at least two feet (.6 m) from a television.
Figure 2
Acoustimass module positions
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2. Next, select the positions for the left and right cube arrays. Remember that wires from the arrays connect to the Acoustimass module, so you should locate the cube arrays close enough to the module to enable the wires to reach it. The cube arrays are magnetically shielded, so they may be placed near a television.
Note: Bose® wall brackets and floor stands can increase your placement options. See page 12 for details and ordering information. Note: While the wires provided are adequate for most installations, you may increase the distance between the cube arrays and the Acoustimass module by splicing in additional wire. If you do so, use similar gauge or thicker wire, and make sure you maintain the correct phase (+ to + and  to Â), and properly connect the wires.
3. Examining the cables and connections
Locate the four identical pairs of wires packed with the system. · Two wire pairs connect your cube arrays to the Acoustimass module. · The other two wire pairs connect the Acoustimass module to your receiver or amplifier. · Examine the ends of the wires. The marked wire (with a red, striped, or printed marker) connects to the positive (+) terminal at each connection. · The cube arrays and the Acoustimass module have red positive (+) connections.
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Setting Up
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4. Connecting the cube arrays to the Acoustimass® module
Select one pair of wires, and locate the terminal tab on the rear of the left cube array. 1. Just press the terminal tab on the back of the speaker to insert the marked wire into the red (+) terminal and the plain wire into the black (Â) terminal (Figure 3). 2. Release the terminal tab and both wires will be held securely. 3. Repeat this process with the other pair of wires and the right cube array.
Figure 3
Connecting a cube array
Marked wire to red terminal
CAUTION: Do not connect your amplifier or receiver directly to the cube arrays. Cube arrays must be connected directly to the Acoustimass module or damage will result.
4. Next, locate the terminals marked OUTPUTS TO CUBE SPEAKERS on the rear of the Acoustimass module (Figure 4). 5. Connect the other ends of the wires from the left cube array to the pair of terminals marked L. Make sure that the marked wire is connected to the positive (+) and the plain wire is connected to the negative (Â) terminal. 6. Now, repeat step 5 for the right cube array, connecting its wires to the terminals marked R.
Figure 4
Connecting cube arrays to the Acoustimass module
From left cube speaker From right cube speaker
To receiver or amplifier
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Setting Up
5. Connecting the Acoustimass® 5 Series III system to your receiver
1. Select one of the remaining two pairs of wires, and locate the left channel terminals on the Acoustimass module marked INPUTS FROM AMP OR RECEIVER. Depress the red, positive (+) tab, insert the marked wire and release the tab. Repeat the process for the black, negative (Â) tab and the plain wire (Figure 5). 2. Then follow the same procedure for the right channel, using the last pair of wires.
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Figure 5
Connecting the Acoustimass module to your receiver
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3. Disconnect your receiver or amplifier from the AC power (mains) outlet. 4. Locate the speaker outputs on your receiver. Connect the other ends of the wire from the left channel of the Acoustimass module to the terminals marked L or LEFT. Make sure that the marked wire is connected to the positive (+) and the plain wire is connected to the negative (Â) terminal. 5. Repeat these last two steps for the right channel. 6. Your set-up is complete. Plug in your receiver, turn the system on, and enjoy your Acoustimass 5 Series III speakers!
CAUTION: Before you plug in your receiver or amplifier, make sure that no strands of wire from any terminal are brushing against any other terminal. Such "bridged" wires create short circuits which can damage your receiver or amplifier.
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Fine Tuning Your Acoustimass® 5 Series III Speaker System
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Checking your speaker system
As you begin listening to your Acoustimass 5 Series III speaker system, the following test will help you determine that it is working properly: A. Turn the balance control on your receiver or amplifier all the way to the left. If you have connected the cube arrays properly, you will hear the music from the left cube array, but not the right one. You may notice a very faint sound issuing from the right cube array, which is normal. B. Now, turn the balance control all the way to the right. If your cube arrays are connected properly, this time you will hear music only from the right one. You may also detect a very faint sound from the other cube array. C. Return the balance control to the center position. Play a musical selection with deep bass. Now turn the balance control all the way to the left and listen, and then turn the balance all the way to the right and listen. If the system is connected properly, the center position should exhibit the same or greater bass response than either the left-only or right-only positions. If it exhibits less, check to make sure that your components ar ...
