Bose Wave radio Sold from 1994 to 1997 User Manual

							The Bose® Wave® Radio
Owner’s Guide
January 4, 2002
AM189930_01_V.pdf
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the Wave® radio to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to authorized service personnel.
These CAUTION marks appear on the bottom of your Wave radio.
The lightning flash, with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, alerts the
user to uninsulated dangerous voltage within the system enclosure which may
cause electric shock.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle as marked on the system,
alerts the user to important operating and maintenance instructions in this
owner’s guide.
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK—DO NOT OPEN
TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. 
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. 
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE 
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE—NE PAS OUVRIR
AFIN DE PRÉVENIR UN CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS
ENLEVER LE COUVERCLE ARRIÈRE. IL NE SE TROUVE À 
L’INTÉRIEUR AUCUNE PIÈCE POUVANT ÊTRE RÉPARÉE PAR 
LÚSAGER. S’ADRESSER À UN RÉPARATEUR COMPÉTENT.
CAUTION: To prevent electric
shock, match wide blade of plug to
wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour éviter les
chocs électriques, introduire la lame
la plus large de la fiche dans la
borne correspondante de la prise et
pousser jusqu’au fond.
Safety Instructions
Note:
This digital apparatus does not
exceed the Class B limits for radio
nois e emissions from digital apparatus
set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Depart-
ment of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet
pas de bruits radioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux
appareils numériques de la classe B
prescrites dans le Réglement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par
le Ministére des communications du
Canada.
Note:
Unauthorized modification of the
receiver could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, this is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna and the power cord.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. 
						

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For your safety
1. Read, Follow, And Save All Instructions – Read and follow the complete safety and op e rating
instructions in this owner’s guide before using the unit. Save this guide for future reference.
2. Pay Attention To Warnings – Observe all warnings on the unit and in the guide.
3. Do Not Let Objects Or Liquid Enter The Unit – Take care to prevent objects or liquids
from entering this unit. Do not use near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in
a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else that water is present. Clean only
as directed on page 18.
4. Maintain Proper Ventilation – Place the unit so nothing interferes with its proper ventilation.
Do not place on a bed, sofa, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. Do not put
it in a bookcase or cabinet that may keep air from flowing through its ventilation openings.
5. Avoid Excessive Heat – Do not place the unit near heat sources such as radiators, stoves,
or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
6. Use Proper Power Sources – Plug the unit into a proper power supply, as described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the unit. This unit has a polarized alternating current
line plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, the plug fits into the power
outlet only one way. If you have trouble inserting it, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
your outlet may be obsolete and needs to be replaced. Contact an electrician. Do not
change the plug to defeat this safety feature.
7. Protect The Power Cord – Route all power cords so that they are not likely to be walked on
or pinched. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, at the point where the cord connects
to the unit, and at outlets on the unit.
8. Take Precautions When Unit Is Not In Use – If the unit will not be used for an extended
period, unplug from the outlet and remove the batteries.
9. Be Careful With Carts And Stands – Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a person or damage to
the unit. For advice on use of a particular cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table, contact
Bose
®Corporation. Be careful when moving the unit and car t combination. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause it to overturn.
10. Avoid Power Lines – Do not install external antennas near overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, nor where an antenna can fall into such circuits or power lines.
11. Ground All Outdoor Antennas – If an external antenna or cable system is connected to this
unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded. This will provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 provides information with
respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in
wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the ground
electrode. Refer to the antenna grounding illustration.
12. Obtain Authorized Service When It Is Indicated – Do not attempt to service this unit
yourself. All servicing should be provided by authorized service personnel when:
A.The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged, or
B.Objects have fallen or liquid has spilled into the unit, or
C.The unit has been exposed to rain, or
D.The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance, or
E.The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder calls the CAT V system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of
the NEC (of USA) that provides
guidelines for proper grounding. It
specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of
the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as is practical.
Safety Instructions
Antenna
Lead In Wire
Antenna
Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding
Conductors(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC ART 250 Part H)
Ground
Clamp
Electric
Service
Equipment 
						

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Contents
Please read this owner’s guide
The Bose® Wave® radio is carefully engineered to provide sound quality far beyond other
radios. This guide will help you set up and operate your radio properly.
Where to find...
Safety Instructions
Cautions ................................................................................................................. 3
For your safety ....................................................................................................... 3
Setting Up
Unpack the carton .................................................................................................. 5
Install the batteries ................................................................................................. 5
Connect the power cord ........................................................................................ 6
The remote control ................................................................................................. 7
The Display
How to read the clock display ............................................................................... 8
How to read the radio display ................................................................................ 8
How to customize the display ................................................................................ 9
Functions
Radio functions .................................................................................................... 10
Clock functions .................................................................................................... 12
Other Components
Connecting other components ............................................................................ 16
Using other components ...................................................................................... 17
Product Information
Maintaining the Wave radio ................................................................................. 18
For best radio reception ....................................................................................... 18
Features ................................................................................................................ 18
Bose
® Corporation
Warranty ............................................................................................................... 19
Customer service ................................................................................................. 19 
						

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Install the batteries
The Wave radio’s three A A batteries maintain the memory and backup alarm system for up to a
week during a power failure, or while the radio is unplugged. Operating without batteries leaves
the memory unprotected, but will not harm the radio. Use A A batteries (IEC-R6 in Europe),
available at many retail stores.
Note: The batteries will not power the radio or
light the display.
1.Carefully turn your radio upside down (avoid
scratching its top).
2.Locate the battery compartment on the
bottom (see Figure 2).
3.Press the arrow on the cover to slide the
compartment open.
4.Place the batteries inside, matching the +
and – symbols with the symbols inside the
compartment.
5.Slide the cover back and turn the radio right
side up.
Setting Up
Unpack the carton
Carefully unpack the carton. Do not attempt to use the Wave® radio if any part appears
damaged. Instead, repack the carton and notify Bose® or your authorized Bose dealer immedi-
ately.
It is best to place the radio across the room from where you will be listening. Place the radio on
a table or other flat surface. Do not put it on a metal surface or table that could interfere with
AM reception. If you will use the radio with your television or VCR, do not place it on top of the
television. It may interfere with the picture quality.
Locate the power cord, AA batteries, remote control, and lithium battery.
Lithium
battery3 AA batteries Wave
radio
Remote control
Power cord
Figure 1
What comes with your radio.
• Wave radio
• Power cord
• Remote control
• Lithium battery
• AA batteries
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Installing the batteries.
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Setting Up
Connect the power cord
1.Plug the small end of the power cord into the power jack on the back of your radio (see
Figure 3). Line up the flat edge of the plug with the flat edge on the side of the jack.
2.The FM antenna is built into the power cord. To improve FM reception, unwind the power
cord completely.
3.Plug the other end of the power cord into an electric outlet.
4.The display panel lights and the time display begins flashing after the power is connected.
Press the CLOCK SET button once to stop the flashing.
Figure 3
Connecting the power cord.
120V~AC
50/60Hz 50W
RLAUX IN
VARIABLE OUT 
						

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operatingructi
ons for types of
battery to be used
Setting Up
The remote control
Install the battery
Your Wave® radio remote control has a security lock to prevent children from reaching the small
battery. Follow these steps to insert or remove the batter y.
1.Place the remote control upside down and face down (as shown in Figure 4a).
2.Insert the tip of a pen into the small hole in the security lock (Figure 4a). If your pen does
not have a long fine point, you can use a straightened paper clip instead.
3.Tilt the pen to push the lock in the direction shown by the arrow in Figure 4b. Push the
lock until the battery compartment clicks open.
Note: If you have difficulty getting the lock to click open, use the pen to hold the lock to
the side while pulling the battery carrier out. You can place a thin coin or other object in
the battery carrier slot to help pull the battery carrier out.
Note:
Replace only with a Duracell,
Eveready, Maxell, or Toshiba
CR2032 or DL2032 lithium batter y
(available at most electronics
stores). If you have difficulty finding
a replacement batter y, contact
Bose
® Customer Service (see
phone numbers on the inside back
cover).
See operating
instructions for types of
battery to be used
Figure 5
Insert the batter y with the + symbol
facing up.
4.Slide the batter y carrier out. Insert the batter y into the batter y carrier, with the + symbol
facing up, as shown in Figure 5.
5.Slide the batter y carrier closed. Do not force it. It automatically locks in place.
See operating
instructions for types of
battery to be used
Figure 4
Push the security lock toward the
battery carrier slot, until the battery
compartment lock clicks open.ab
WARNING:
The remote control battery may
cause a fire or chemical burn if
mishandled. Keep it away from
children. Do not recharge,
disassemble, heat above 100˚C
(212˚F), or incinerate. Dispose of
used batter y promptly. Replace
with a batter y of the type and
model mentioned in the note
above. Using another batter y may
cause a fire or explosion.
How to operate
Aim the remote control at your Wave radio. Use the remote keys in the same way you use the
radio control panel. The remote normally works up to 20 feet in front of the radio, and 6 feet to
either side. Replace the remote control batter y when it stops operating, or its range seems
reduced (normally every year or two).
battery carrier
battery carrier slot
security
lock 
						

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AUX FM
STEREO
VOL AM
SEEK
PRESET
123456
How to read the clock display
[Numeric display] – Shows current time, wakeup time, time remaining before
automatic shutoff, station frequency, or volume setting.
SLEEP
PM
ALARM
ALARM 2
Lights to indicate
sound selected for
Alarm 1.Lights to indicate
Alarm 1 is on.
How to read the radio display
Lights when you
preset a station.Lights when you select
a preset station.
Figure 6B
The radio display. [Numeric display] –
Shows station
frequency, current
time, wakeup time,
time remaining before
automatic shutoff, or
volume setting.
AM
Lights to indicate
Sleep Mode is selected.
Lights to show auxiliary source, FM, or
AM band selected.
The Display
One will light to
indicate AM or PM.Lights to indicate
Alarm 2 is on. Lights to indicate
sound selected for
Alarm 2.
Lights while
radio
automatically
searches for a
strong signal.Lights while
receiving FM
stereo broadcast.
Lights while
volume setting
is displayed.
Figure 6A
The clock display.
Note:
The display automatically adjusts
as the light in your room changes.
In normal lighting the display is
bright. In darker rooms the display
dims. 
						

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Press ON/OFF once to turn your Wave®
radio off.
Hold down CLOCK SET and press ON/OFF
to switch between AM/PM (12 HR) or military
(24 HR) formats.
In clock mode, the display shows the time
while the radio is on; in radio mode, the display
shows the radio station that is selected.
With the radio turned on, hold down the
CLOCK SET button and press the AM/FM
but ton to switch bet ween clock and r adio modes.
The Display
How to customize the display
AM/PM (12 hour)
or
Military (24 hour)
time
CLOCK
SETON/OFFand
Function Keys Action
ON/OFF
Clock or radio
modeCLOCK
SETAM/FM 
						

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Press SLEEP/SNOOZE to set automatic shutoff. The display
shows 75 minutes. Press again, or press and hold, to reduce
the time until shutoff to 60, 45, 30, 15, 10, 5, or 0 minutes.
Press ON/OFF to turn off the radio before automatic shutoff.
Radio Functions
Radio Control Operation
AM/FM
VOLUME
AM/FM
SLEEP/SNOOZE
ON/OFF
Press ON/OFF once to turn on (automatically selects the last
source played) or to turn off. Selecting any preset also turns
the radio on.To turn on/off
To shut off
automatically
To select AM
or FM
If the radio is off or in AUX mode, press AM/FM to select
the radio. Press again to select AM or FM.
To adjust
volumeWhile the radio is on or off, press either VOLUME button and
hold to reset the volume.
The display shows the volume level from 0 (soft) to 99 (loud). Press AM/FM to turn the radio on. Press again to
switch between FM and AM.
Press AUX once to listen to a component connected to the
AUX IN jacks. (This does not turn on the component).
AUX
ON/OFF
TUNING
TUNING
TUNING
TUNINGPRESET STATIONS
PRESET STATIONSAM/FM
To display
the stationIf the display is in clock mode and the radio is on, press both
TUNING buttons simultaneously to display the current station
for several seconds.
To tune in
a stationPress and hold either TUNING button until the desired station
is selected.
To seek
a station
To preset up
to 6 AM and
6 FM stations
Use the TUNING buttons to find the desired station. Then,
hold down any PRESET button until you hear a beep. The
station is now preset to that button.
To tune in
a presetChoose AM or FM. Press the PRESET button for the station
you want. Press and hold either TUNING button until you hear a beep.
Then release to find the next strong signal. Turn the volume
up, if necessary, to hear the beep.