Bose Acoustimass 10 Series III home theatre speaker system Sold from August 2002 to July 2006 User Manual

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Setting Up
Figure 6
Acoustimass® module to 
receiver connections
Audio OutputLeft
Rear
Right
Rear
Left
FrontCenter
FrontRight
Front
Audio Input
SURROUND SPEAKERSRFRONT SPEAKERS ALLFE/SUBWOOFER
OUTR CENTERL
FRONT SPEAKERS A
R CENTERL
Note: Cables may be 
separated or “unzipped” 
as much as needed to 
comfortably reach the 
surround receiver 
connections.
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Setting Up
Checking the connections
Check all connections from the receiver to the powered Acoustimass® module and from the 
module to the cube speakers (Figure 5 and Figure 6). Make sure the cube speakers are con-
nected to the proper terminals according to their position in your room. Check that the wires 
are connected to your surround receiver in phase (+ to + and – to –). Correct wiring problems 
before you plug your receiver in and turn it on. 
Connecting the Acoustimass module to power
Note:...

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Using your system
For realistic home theater sound
CAUTION: The Acoustimass® 6 and Acoustimass 10 speaker systems incorporate an auto-
matic protection circuit, which guards against most kinds of damage from electrical stress or 
overload. This circuit activates at high volume levels to reduce output, causing a slight 
decrease in volume. This is normal operation and indicates that power input may be exceed-
ing safe levels. Sustained listening at these levels is not recommended.
Adjusting the LFE...

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Using your system
Be sure to get the digital audio signal
To be sure that the digital audio signal from your DVD player reaches your surround receiver, 
connect the digital audio output from your DVD player to the digital audio input on your 
receiver (Figure 7).
Before you play a DVD disc, be sure to select the digital ouput in the setup menu of your DVD 
Player. For additional setup and operating information, please refer to the owner’s guide that 
came with your surround receiver.
Figure 7
Digital...

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Troubleshooting 
If you have a problem with your Acoustimass® speaker system, turn off your sound source 
and try the following solutions. If you still have a problem, contact your Bose® dealer to 
arrange for service. To contact Bose directly, refer to the list of service offices and phone 
numbers enclosed in the shipping carton.
Customer service
For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose customer service. See the list of service 
offices and phone numbers enclosed in the shipping...

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Cleaning the speakers
The cabinets of your Acoustimass® speaker system may be cleaned only with a soft dry 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 grille assemblies on the cube arrays may be carefully vacuumed, if necessary. Please 
note that the drivers are located directly behind the grille cloth, and are easily damaged if...

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Warranty period
Your Acoustimass® speaker system is covered by a limited transferable warranty. Details of 
the warranty are provided on the warranty card that came with your system. Please fill out the 
information section on the card and mail it to Bose
®.
Accessories
•Table stands: UTS-20B (black), UTS-20W (white)
•Floor stands: UFS-20B (black), UFS-20W (white)
•Wall brackets: UB-20B (black), UB-20W (white)
•Module input cable adapter for use with existing wiring: 
PN 267138-001 (black)
PN...

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