Bose 321 home entertainment system Sold from September 2001 to 2006 User Manual

 
3•2•1 Home Entertainment System 
Owner’s Guide
January 29, 2002 
AM256950_02_V.pdf 

 
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Safety Information 
The AV3-2-1 media center is to be used only with the PS3-2-1 or PS321 powered speaker 
system (Acoustimass 
® 
 module).  
WARNING:   
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the system to rain or 
moisture.   
These CAUTION marks are located on the bottom of your 3•2•1 home entertainment system 
media center and the rear panel of the Acoustimass module:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is 
intended to alert the user to...

 
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Contents 
Where to find... 
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Before you begin   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Selecting compatible discs   . . . ....

 
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Contents 
Using the radio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Tuning   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Storing preferred stations as preset selections  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Selecting a preset station   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

 
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Introduction
Before you begin 
Thank you for purchasing the Bose 
® 
 3•2•1 home entertainment system, which offers superb 
sound, elegance, and simplicity in an advanced home audio setup. Using Bose proprietary 
signal processing technology, the 3•2•1 system provides improved spaciousness from stereo 
recordings, and bold movie effects from surround-encoded materials. Yet its few parts require 
little labor to set up, so you can enjoy your new system’s performance right away.
Your system includes:...

 
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Introduction 
Chapter 
 – In DVD-Video, a division of a title. Technically called a part of title (PTT). 
Composite Video 
 – A single video signal that contains luminance, color, and synchronization 
information. NTSC and PAL are examples of composite video systems. 
Dolby* 
 – a source of audio encoder technology. 
Dolby 
  
Digital 
 (also called 5.1) – a type of multi-channel surround sound format used on discs.  
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– the logo representing the above. 
DTS 
 – a type of multi-channel surround...

 
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Introduction 
S-video 
 – A video interface standard that carries separate luminance and chrominance sig-
nals, usually on a four-pin mini-DIN connector. Also called Y/C. The quality of S-video is sig-
nificantly better than composite video since it does not require a comb filter to separate the 
signals. Most high-end televisions have S-video inputs. 
Title 
 – numbered elements of the DVD contents, which may include more than the movie 
alone. 
Track 
 – Individual selections recorded on an audio...

 
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System Setup
Unpacking 
Carefully unpack your system. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to 
transport your system as needed.  
WARNING:  
To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children. 
If any part of the system appears damaged, do not attempt to use it. Notify Bose 
® 
 or your 
authorized Bose dealer immediately. For Bose contact information, refer to the address sheet 
included in the carton.
Check to be sure your system includes the...

 
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System Setup
Selecting locations for your Model 3•2•1 speakers and media center 
Use the following guidelines to choose locations and positions for the speakers and media 
center.  
Note:  
While these guidelines are offered to ensure the best system performance, you may 
find other placement variations that are more convenient and provide the sound you enjoy. 
Keep in mind that the media center connects to both speakers and to the Acoustimass 
® 
 mod-
ule, while the module is the only part of this...

 
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System Setup 
•Place the speakers on top of the TV or to the left and right of your TV screen (refer to
Figure 3 on page 9) and at roughly equal distance from it. 
Note:  
The speakers are magnetically shielded to prevent interference when they are on or 
near the TV. 
•Maintain at least 3 feet (1 meter) of space between the two speakers.
Place the speakers up to 3 feet (1 meter) from the edges of the TV screen.
Bose 
® 
 recommends a maximum distance of 3 feet from each speaker to the edge of the...