Bose 3 2 1 Owners Guide

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A-B Repeat
(For DVD only. ) A, B Repeats a segment of the DVD after 
the start and end points are defined. 
To b e g i n :
1.Move backward or forward to the po int in the DVD where you want the 
segment to start. 
2.Press ENTER.
3.Move to the point where you want it to end.
4.Press ENTER.
Repeats until you select this sett ing option again and press ENTER.
Track
(For CD only.) __ of __ Changing this first number moves to
 a different track on the current disc.
FeaturesDefault Setting
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Sleep Timer Off
(10-90) ® system to turn off when the 
time reaches 0. 
The choices, from 10 to 90 minutes, ar e divided into 10-minute increments. 
To cancel the timer, select Off.
Output Mode 
(For FM only.) Auto
(Mono-Stereo) Allows you to choose stereo or monaural (mono) audio performance by 
selecting: 
 Auto – The FM tuner will automatically pl
ay in stereo if that is available. 
Otherwise, it will play in mono (single channel).
 Mono – The FM tuner will always play in mono.
 Stereo – The FM tuner will always play  in stereo if available. Otherwise, 
it plays mono.
When you change the tuner frequency, the setting resets to Auto.
RDS Info
(For FM and only on 
some systems.) On
(Off) Displays any station and progr
am information that is available from the Radio 
Data System.
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Replacing remote batteries
Replace both batteries when the remote control stops 
operating or its range seems reduced. Alkaline 
batteries are recommended.
1.Slide open the battery compartment cover on the 
back of the remote.
2. Remove both batteries.
Be sure to dispose of the batteries according to the 
regulations in your area.
3. Insert two AA (IEC-R6) 1.5V batteries, or the equiv-
alent. Match the + and – symbols on the batteries 
with the + and – markings inside the compartment.
4. Slide the battery compartment cover back into 
place.
Protecting the system
Follow the guidelines below  for keeping the system in 
good working order.
 Do not allow liquids to  spill into any openings.
 Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning  solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives.
 Do not use any sprays near the system.
Cleaning the media center
Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside surfaces 
of the media center.
Cleaning the speakers
Use a soft, damp cloth. Or use an ammonia-free 
window cleaner on a soft cloth to maintain the finish.
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Troubleshooting
System issuesWhat to do
System doesn’t turn on
 Make sure the Acoustimass® module power cord is inserted secure ly into the AC (mains) power outlet 
and into the power connector on the Acoustimass module.
 
® remote.
 Unplug the power cord for 60 seconds, then plug it in again.  This allows the unit to reset itself after a 
power surge or power interruption.
 For a 230-240V system (used typically in Europe), make sure the power switch on the Acoustimass 
module is turned on (  I ). 
  to 115V, the system may not operate in a 230V region.
CAUTION:  Do not change the voltage switch  from 230V to 115V unless you are certain it is appropriate for 
the power supply in your location.
No sound  Increase the volume.
 Check to see if MUTE is lit on the display. If it is , press the Mute button on the remote control to unmute 
the sound.
 Be sure that you have pressed the correct sour 
 remote. 
 Check the audio connections for  the component you want to play. 
 Connect the FM and AM antennas.
 Make sure that the cable between the Acoustimass  module and the media center is connected securely.
 Check connections between the sp eakers and the Acoustimass module.
 Turn off the media center for 60 seconds, then on  again, to restore communication between the media 
center and the speakers.
Sound is distorted  Make sure speaker cables are not damaged and the connections are secure.
 
Sound is marred by a loud 
hum or buzz  Try plugging your system 
into a different AC outlet. 
 Check to see if your media center an d its audio input cable are within 3 ft (1 m) of any other electronic or 
electrical device. Some examples are a TV, cable box, VCR, wireless internet router, dimmer switches, 
blinking lights, or microwaves. 
 Move the media center farther away an d notice if the humming still occurs. 
 
						

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No sound from TV only  If your TV has Vari able instead of Fixed audio output, you need to turn off the TV speakers internally. 
Refer to your TV owner’s guide and fo llow the instructions provided there. 
Speech and lip movement on 
screen are not in sync  Adjust the Audio Delay using the Settings menu on screen. For details, refer to “Choosing new settings” 
on page 53.
Radio does not work or has 
poor reception  Make sure the antennas are connected and position
ed as shown in “Installing the FM and AM radio 
antennas” on page 25.
 Adjust the FM antenna position to reduce interference.
 Move antennas farther from the media center, TV, or other electronic equipment.
 Select another station. You may be in an area  of weak signal coverage for some stations.
Volume level changes when 
another sound source is 
selected  Change the Audio Level for the source input so its volume matches the volume of the radio and DVD in 
the Bose
® system. Refer to “Audio options” on page 49.
Remote issuesWhat to do
® remote does not 

AUX component  Make sure that the remote is set to
 control the component. Refer to “Setting the remote for your TV” on 
page 31.
 Make sure that the front of th e component is not obstructed. 
 Reset the remote using a different device code for th e component you want to control. Refer to “Device 
codes” located at the back of the book. There may  be several codes that can turn the component on 
and off, but only one that provides furthe r control (channel changing, for example).

erratically or does not work  Aim the remote at the front of the media center.
 Make sure the battery polarity (+ and –) matche
s the polarity marked in the battery compartment.
 Install new batteries. Refer to “Rep lacing remote batteries” on page 59.
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Video issuesWhat to do
Sound, but no picture  Make sure the TV is on.
 Make sure the TV is set to the correct Video  Input to see the video from DVDs on the Bose® system.
 Make sure a DVD is in the disc tray.
 If the TV is connected to the media center using the HDMI cable:
– Switch from one Video Input to another  and then back to the original input.
– Turn everything off, then: A. Turn on the TV and set the TV Video Input for the Bose system video.

® system and press DVD. 
–  A. Unplug the HDMI cable from both ends. 
B. Disconnect the power cables from bo 
® module. 
C. Re-connect power to the television and to the Acoustimass module. 


– Disconnect the HDMI cable that connects the TV to a Component cable, an S-Video cable, or the  Composite cable provided with the system.
Incorrect picture 
for the selected source
 Make sure the TV is set to the correct Video Input.
Picture is black and white, 
flickers, gets dark, or rolls  Check the video cable connections.
 If the media center is connected to
 the TV using a Component cable, make sure the colored cable plugs 
(red, green, and blue) match the connector co lors on the media center and on the TV.
 Check the Video Format setting (NTSC or PAL) and change it. 
Refer to “Video options” on page 50.
Picture is not clear or is 
unstable 
Use the Settings menu to lower th e output resolution of the system.
resolution to match the default that  is communicated to it by the TV. You can experiment with other set-
tings to see which one provides the best picture.
HDTVs can accept different resolutions  as input, and in some cases the highest number does not result in 
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For customer service
For additional help in so lving problems, contact Bose® 
Customer Service. Refer to the address sheet included 
in the carton.
Limited warranty
This system is covered by  a transferable limited 
warranty. Details of the limited warranty are provided 
on the  Product Registration Card  that came with 
your system.
Disc issuesWhat to do
DVD or CD does not play
Note:  If you are using the 
HDMI cable between the TV 
and media center, there are 
other possible solutions in 
“Sound, but no picture” on 
the previous page.  Make sure the Acoustimass® module power cord is inserted secure
ly into the AC (mains) power outlet 
and into the power connector on the Acoustimass module.
 Check to see if the Play symbol in the display is lit.
  , wait a few seconds and press Play. 
 Make sure the disc is proper ly inserted (label-side up).
 Eject the disc and try loading it again.
 Clean the disc to remove fingerprints, dust, or dirt. Refer to “Keeping your discs clean” on page 41.
 Try another disc. Some discs are defective and will not play.
 Make sure the disc is compatible with the media ce nter disc player. Also make sure the region codes 
match. Refer to “Checking for  disc compatibility” on page 42.
Disc won’t eject  Follow these steps:
1. Turn off the unit.
2. Unplug the Acoustimass module po wer cord from the outlet for 60 seconds, then reconnect it. This 
allows the unit to reset itself.
3. Before  powering on,  press and hold Eject on the media center.
Lock DVD password lost  Enter the password 2673  to gain entry to the Lock DVD screen.
 
						

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Technical information
Power rating
USA/Canada: 120V  60Hz 300W
International: 220-240V  50/60Hz 300W
Dual voltage: 115/230V  50/60Hz 300W
Antennas
FM 75Ω  – external FM antenna
AM –  external AM antenna
Maximum ambient temperature
104°F (40°C)
Dimensions
Media center: 3¼H x 13¾W x 10D 
(8.3 cm x 34.9 cm x 25.4 cm)
Remote control: 1 H x 2½W x 9D  (3.0 cm x 6.5 cm x 22.9 cm)
Speakers: 2½H x 5½W x 4D  (6.4 cm x 14 cm x 10.5 cm)
Acoustimass
® module: 14½H x 8¾W x 19 D  (36.7 cm x 22.2 cm x 48.5 cm)
Weights
Media center: 6.7 lb (3.0 kg)
Speakers: 1 lb (.45 kg) each
Acoustimass module: 23.3 lb (10.6 kg)
Finish
Media center: polymer
Speakers: polymer
Acoustimass module: polymer
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GLOSSARY
4:3 – See “Aspect ratio.”
16:9 – See “Aspect ratio.”
Analog audio – The sounds that we hear with our 
ears, unlike digital audio that is encoded as bits of 
information. 
Aspect ratio  – An expression for the width of the 
picture relative to the height. For example, if the aspect 
ratio is 4:3 (considered a normal screen), the shape of 
that picture is 4 units wide by 3 units high. The 
standard TV aspect ratios are 4:3 and 16:9 (called 
widescreen). CD 
– The abbreviation for a compact disc that stores 
digitally encoded music that is read by the laser beam 
in a compact disc player. This provides high-quality 
playback.
Chapter – A main division of contents in a DVD title.
Coaxial cable  – Can carry digital audio signals 

® system.
Component video – Also called YPbPr for its three-
part video signals that include luminance and two color 
signals. Component video requires the use of a 
Component cable. This provid es considerably better 
resolution than is possible from either Composite or 
S-Video signals. 
Composite video  – The simplest of video signals, 
which combines black and whit e with color information. 
Its low- resolution signal is compatible with the 
broadest range of televisions and other video 
components and requires a simple RCA video cable. 
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Digital audio  – Audio in digital fo rm, which is encoded 
as bits of information.
Dolby Digital  – A means of encoding multi-channel 
audio, developed by Dolby Laboratories and accepted 
as an international standard.
– The logo representing Dolby Digital.
DTS – An abbreviation for Digital Theater Systems. DTS 
encoding provides a type of multi-channel surround 
sound format used on certain CDs and many DVDs.
– The logo representing DTS.
DVD  – An abbreviation most commonly known to mean 
digital video disc or digita l versatile disc. A DVD looks 
like a CD but contains  high-quality video and 
multi-channel audio for movies. DVD-R, DVD-RW 
– Abbreviations for Recordable (R) 
and ReWriteable (RW) Digital Video (or Versatile) Disc 
(DVD). Data can be added to a DVD-R once only, and to 
a DVD-RW more than once.
DVD-ROM  – The abbreviation for Read Only Memory 
(ROM) on a Digital Video (or Versatile) Disc (DVD), which 
allows no data to be added.
DVD video  – A standard for storing and reproducing 
audio and video on DVD-ROM discs, based on MPEG 
video, Dolby Digital audio, and other proprietary data 
formats.
DVR  – An abbreviation for Digital Video Recording 
(otherwise known as PVR for Personal Video 
Recording). With a hard drive, an electronic program 
guide, and internal processing, a DVR simplifies 
recording and playback of programs.
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