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Bose® 3•2•1

and 3•2•1 GS Home

Entertainment Systems

Owner’s Guide

August 18, 2003

AM271966_00_V.pdf

AM271966_00_V.pdf August 18, 2003

English

Safety Information

The AV3-2-1 and AV3-2-1 GS media centers are 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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

AVIS

RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

ATTENTION : POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE

ÉLECTRIQUE, NE RETIREZ PAS LE COUVERCLE (OU

L’ARRIÈRE). IL NE SE TROUVE ÀL’INTÉRIEURAUCUNE

PIÈCE POUVANT ÊTRE RÉPARÉE PAR L’USAGER.

S’ADRESSER À UN RÉPARATEUR COMPÉTENT.

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 the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, as marked on the system, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in this owner’s guide.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, insert fully.

CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

Class 1 laser product

The DVD player contained within the media center is classi-

fied as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT according to

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

KLASSE 1

LASER PRODUKT

EN60825-1:1994 + A11. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LUOKAN 1

LASER LAITE

KLASS 1

LASER APPARAT

label is located on the bottom of the media center.

 

 

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. The DVD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Batteries

Batteries

Please dispose of used batteries properly, following any local regulations.

 

Do not incinerate.

 

Please read this owner’s guide

Please take the time to follow 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.

©2003 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission.

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Contents

Where to find...

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Selecting compatible discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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How text is used in this owner’s guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Glossary of terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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For your records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Finding the product serial numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Selecting locations for your 3•2•1 home entertainment system components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Placing the media center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Placing the 3•2•1 speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Placing the Acoustimass® module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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When the system setup is completed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Making the connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Additional cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Connecting the 3•2•1 speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Connecting the Acoustimass module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Attaching the supplied antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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FM antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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AM antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Connecting cable FM radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Connecting your TV to the media center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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S-video as an alternate means to connect to the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Turning off the internal speakers in your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Connecting your TV and VCR to the media center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 If your TV has audio output jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 If your TV does not have audio output jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Making the final power connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Installing remote control batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Connecting other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Guidelines for connecting other components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Connecting recording equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Connecting other playback equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Connecting digital audio components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Turning on the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 The remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 POWER and MUTE controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 SOURCE controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 SOURCE and MENU controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 PLAYBACK controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 The advanced remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Enhanced controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Programming the advanced remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 The media center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Control panel and buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Display indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 TV on-screen menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 To enter the Settings menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 To leave the Settings menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Turning your system on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Before you play your first DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Loading and playing a DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Basic DVD operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Using the Parental Control feature to restrict future play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Parental Control submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

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DVD-specific behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 DVD play options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Loading and playing a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Basic CD operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Changing CD settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Using the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Using the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Tuning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Storing preferred stations as preset selections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Selecting a preset station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Changing FM settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Changing AM settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Playing other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Changing settings for the other sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 System settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Sound Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Locating Audio Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Audio Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Locating system settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 System Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 DVD Setup submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Taking care of your 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Cleaning the media center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Cleaning the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Cleaning discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Replacing the remote batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A1 Setup codes for cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A1 Setup codes for satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A3 Setup codes for television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A8

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Introduction

Before you begin

Thank you for purchasing the Bose® 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS 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 systems provide improved spaciousness from stereo recordings, and bold movie effects from surround-encoded materials. Yet its few parts require little effort to set up, so you can enjoy your new system’s performance right away.

Your system includes:

Integrated AM/FM tuner and DVD/CD player in a small console

Small, easy-to-place shelf speakers and an attractive floor-standing Acoustimass® module

Easy-to-use infrared remote control

Console input jacks for connecting other source components (such as a VCR, DSS, CD changer, or tape deck)

Selecting compatible discs

The DVD/CD player built into the 3•2•1 media center can play the following types of discs identified by their corresponding logos:

• Video DVDs

• Audio CDs

CD-R and CD-R/Ws

MP3 on CD

Check for region code compatibility

For a DVD player and DVD disc to be compatible, their region code numbers must match. These numbers are allocated according to where the player and disc are sold. The 3•2•1 home entertainment system has a region code which must also match the DVD discs. The user cannot change the 3•2•1 home entertainment system’s region code. Therefore, the system should be purchased in the region in which it will be used.

Check the region code number on the carton of the 3•2•1 home entertainment system or on the bottom of the media center that comes in the carton. Then be sure to choose only DVD discs that show the same region number on the disc label or front cover. For example, a Region 1 DVD disc should display the following mark:

MP3 playability

To be compatible with the 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS home entertainment systems, MP3s must meet the following criteria: 1) All tracks must be burned in a single closed session; 2) The disc format must be ISO9660; 3) Each file must have a “.mp3” extension and have no other periods in the filename; 4) Although the system does not display ID3 tag information, the system may not recognize files with tags higher than ID3 (ID3v1).

How text is used in this owner’s guide

These instructions refer to buttons on the remote control and on the media center front panel, menu items that appear on your TV screen, and status indicators on the media center display. To help you differentiate them:

Button names appear in bold type. If a button has only a symbol, that alone will be used.

On-Screen Display messages appear in bold type with a line above and below.

MEDIA CENTER DISPLAY items are represented by bold capitalized type

Important guidelines for trouble-free performance of your home entertainment system (and its additional components) are shown in gray boxes.

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English

Glossary of terms

2D – The trademarked logo for Dolby® Digital, a perceptual coding system for audio, developed by Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Digital is the most common means of encoding audio for DVD-Video.

Aspect Ratio – The shape of the rectangular picture in a TV set. It is the width of the picture relative to the height. Our standard TV picture, in terminology used by that industry, is 4 units wide by 3 units high, or 4:3 (read as 4 by 3) in aspect ratio. There are currently two standard TV aspect ratios, 4:3 and 16:9.

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.

1– the logo representing the above.

DTS – a type of multi-channel surround sound format used on discs.

– the logo representing the above.

DVD – An acronym that is most commonly known to mean Digital Video Disc or Digital Versatile Disc. The audio/video/data storage system based on 12and 8-cm optical discs.

DVD Video – A standard for storing and reproducing audio and video on DVD-ROM discs, based on MPEG video, Dolby Digital and MPEG audio, and other proprietary data formats.

IR – An acronym for infrared. Pertains to the type of remote that sends/receives commands on an infrared light beam.

Letterbox – The projected aspect ratio of feature films is often 16:9 rather than the 4:3 aspect ratio of most TVs. Therefore, it is becoming common practice to transfer films to video with black borders at the top and bottom of the picture. The film picture becomes a “letterbox” within the video.

*Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

Confidential unpublished works. 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology licensed by Fraunhofer IIS and THOMSON multimedia.

This product incorporates copyright protected technology and other intellectual property rights owned by Cirrus Logic, Inc. and subject to the copyright protection of the U.S. as well as other licensing restrictions and protections. Use of this copyright protected technology is limited solely to use with the Cirrus Logic integrated circuits incorporated in this product. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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MPEG – a type of data compression used for audio or video storage on disc.

MP3 – MPEG-1 Layer III audio. This is a compressed audio format that allows you to record many hours of music on a single CD.

NTSC – An acronym for National Television System Committee. The organization that developed both the American Black & White and Color television system.

PAL – An acronym for Phase Alternate Line. This is one of several composite video systems. The PAL format is used extensively in Western Europe.

PCM – An uncompressed, digitally coded representation of an analog signal. This is the form of the digital audio signal used for both CD and laserdisc. It is a serial data stream that is coded for transmission or recording. PCM is also used for many other types of serial data communications.

S-video – A video interface standard that carries separate luminance and chrominance signals, usually on a four-pin mini-DIN connector. Also called Y/C. The quality of S-video is significantly 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 tape or disc.

For your records

Serial numbers are located on the bottom of the media center and the rear of the Acoustimass® module. Please have your serial number ready before contacting Bose® customer service.

Media center serial number: _________________________________________________________

Acoustimass module serial number: __________________________________________________

Dealer name: ______________________________________________________________________

Dealer phone: __________________________ Purchase date: _____________________________

We suggest you keep your sales receipt and product registration together with this owner’s guide.

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Unpacking

Figure 1

Contents of the shipping carton

Carefully unpack your system. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to transport your system. Check to be sure your system includes the parts shown in Figure 1.

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.

WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children.

 

(2) Model 3•2•1 speakers

Acoustimass

 

module

or

 

(2) 3•2•1 GemstoneTM

 

speaker arrays

Your carton contains one of the cords below:

120V power cord

115/230V power cord with adapter

220V power cord

230V power cords

240V power cord

Æ

 

Remote

 

control

Batteries

Rubber feet

 

Media center

 

Rubber feet

 

AM antenna

 

Antenna stand

Quick setup

 

guide

Video cable

Owner’s guide

Stereo cable

 

Module cable

 

Speaker cable

 

 

Demo disc

FM antenna

 

Finding the product serial numbers

Now is a good time to find the serial numbers on the bottom of the media center and Acoustimass® module. Copy those numbers onto your product registration card and in the space provided on page 7.

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Selecting locations for your 3•2•1 home entertainment system components

Use the following guidelines to choose locations and positions for the components of your 3•2•1 home entertainment system. Keep in mind that all of the system components will be connected to the media center. The Acoustimass® module is the only part of the system that will connect to a power outlet.

Note: While these guidelines are offered to provide the best system performance, you may find other placement choices that are more convenient and provide the sound you enjoy.

Placing the media center

Figure 2

Placement of the media center and 3•2•1 or 3•2•1GS speakers in an entertainment unit

CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings. For reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, put the product in a position and location that will not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, do not place the product on a bed, sofa, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. Do not put it in a built-in system, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may keep air from flowing through its ventilation openings.

Place the media center where nothing obstructs opening the disc tray on its front panel.

Make sure the media center will be placed close enough to the Acoustimass module and the speakers so that all the cables will reach.

Make sure the media center will be placed close enough to additional source components (TV, tape player, VCR) so that all the cables will reach.

Placing the 3•2•1 speakers

Choosing a good location for the speakers will allow you to experience the audio surround effects that your 3•2•1 home entertainment system is designed to deliver.

Place the two speakers either on top of the TV or at equal distance to the left and right of the TV screen (Figure 2). Keep both speakers at approximately the same height.

Note: The speakers are magnetically shielded to prevent interference when they are on or near the TV.

3 feet (1 meter) minimum

Left speaker

Right speaker

3 feet

3 feet

(1 meter)

(1 meter)

maximum

maximum

 

Media

 

center

 

VCR

Place each speaker a maximum of 3 feet (1 meter) away from the edge of the TV screen. Placing the speakers more than 3 feet away from the TV can cause the sound to become separated from the picture.

If you are using a bookshelf or a home entertainment unit, place each speaker at the front edge of its shelf. Positioning the speakers too far back in an enclosed space can change the overall quality of sound and alter the movie sound effects.

The speakers must be placed at least 3 feet (1 meter) apart from each other in order to optimize the surround sound experience.

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System Setup

WARNING: Choose a stable and level surface for both speakers. Vibration can cause the speakers to move, particularly on smooth surfaces like marble, glass, or highly polished wood. If you are placing the speakers on a flat surface, be sure to attach the smaller of the two sets of supplied rubber feet to the bottom surface. You may obtain additional rubber feet (part number 178321) from Bose® customer service. To contact Bose, refer to the list of offices included in the product carton.

Be sure each 3•2•1 or 3•2•1 GS speaker faces straight ahead toward the listening area. Do not place the speakers at an angle (Figure 3).

Figure 3

Recommended placement of the 3•2•1 and 3•2•1 GS speakers, facing straight ahead toward the listening area, not angled

Note: Angling one or both speakers into or away from the listening area significantly alters system performance.

The 3•2•1 and 3•2•1 GS speakers are designed to sit only on their bottom surface, with the Bose logo right-side up (Figure 4).

Figure 4

Recommended orientation of the speakers, with Bose logo upright, not angled or upside down

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Figure 5

Speaker accessories

System Setup

Speaker Accessories

The 3•2•1 and 3•2•1 GS speakers can also be mounted on optional Bose brackets, table stands, or floor stands (Figure 5). For ordering information, refer to “Accessories” on page 46.

UFS-20

Floor Stand

UB-20

UT-S20

Wall Bracket

Table Stand

 

Additional cables

To contact Bose for additional or longer cables, refer to the list of offices included in the product carton

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Figure 6

3-foot distance between the Acoustimass module and the TV

Placing the Acoustimass® module

Consider the guidelines below when choosing a location for the Acoustimass® module.

Make sure to place it:

within reach of the cables to the music center and an AC (mains) power outlet

at the same end of the room as the TV and the speakers (Figure 6)

a minimum of 3 feet (1 meter) from the TV, to prevent interference from the module, which is not magnetically shielded

3' (1 m) minimum

Attach the medium-sized rubber feet to the bottom of each foot on the module. The rubber feet provide increased stability and protection from scratches.

CAUTION: The Acoustimass module generates a magnetic field. Although this is not an immediate risk to your video tapes, audio tapes, and other magnetic media, you should not store any of these items directly on or near the module.

Keep the port and ventilation openings free and unimpeded:

Choose a location that is convenient (under a table, behind a sofa or chair, screened by drapes) but will not block the ventilation openings of the module.

Aim the port of the module into the room or along the wall. This prevents a blocked port or over-powering bass.

Stand the Acoustimass module on its feet. Do not lay it on its side or stand it on either end (Figure 7).

Figure 7

Recommended orientation for the module

CAUTION: Do not block the openings on the back of the module, which provide ventilation for the built-in circuitry.

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When the system setup is completed

With the speakers and media center placed as directed, you can enjoy the freedom to sit, recline, or move about in the room without missing a note.

Figure 8

System placement for ideal coverage

CAUTION: Be sure to read the section on making the connections before you plug in the system.

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System Setup

Making the connections

The components of the 3•2•1 and 3•2•1 GS home entertainment systems are connected through the media center, using custom cables supplied with the system. The

jacks on the rear of the media center are labeled (Figure 9), to help get everything hooked up right the first time.

Figure 9

Connection panel on the rear of the media center

 

 

 

 

AUDIO INPUT

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

SPEAKERS

 

 

VIDEO 1

 

VIDEO 2

AUX

INPUT

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

 

 

D

 

L

L

D

L

C

C

L

 

75

AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM

LOOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA

ANTENNA

OPTICAL

R

R

D

R

 

S

R

ACOUSTIMASS MODULE

 

 

S

 

 

 

 

CAUTION: Do not plug the music system into an AC power (mains) outlet until all the components are connected.

Additional cables

If additional audio cables or longer cables are needed to make these connections, contact

Bose. Before you call, refer to the list of offices included in the product carton.

Connecting the 3•2•1 speakers

1.Insert the single-plug end of the speaker cable into the SPEAKERS connector on the rear panel of the media center (Figure 10). Tighten the screws on either side of the plug.

Figure 10

Connecting the speaker cable to the media center

 

 

 

AUDIO INPUT

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

SPEAKERS

 

VIDEO

 

IDEO 2

AUX

INPUT

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

 

D

 

L

L

D

L

C

C

L

 

 

OPTICAL

R

R

D

R

S

S

R

MODULE

 

 

 

 

 

Speaker cable

2.Grasp the two connectors at the other end of the speaker cable and pull the two strands of cable apart as much as necessary to reach each speaker (Figure 11).

Figure 11

Pulling apart the left and right strands of speaker cable

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Figure 12

Making the left and right speaker connections

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3.Plug the connector labeled LEFT into the jack on the rear of the left speaker (Figure 12).

4.Plug the connector labeled RIGHT into the rear jack on the right speaker.

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RIGHT

LEFT

Note: When properly inserted, there will be a small gap between the plug and the speaker panel.

Left and right speaker placement

For optimal audio surround effects, be sure to place the LEFT speaker to the left of the TV as you face it. Place the right speaker to the right of the TV as you face it (Figure 13).

Figure 13

 

Left and right speaker

 

placement

 

LEFT speaker

RIGHT speaker

Connecting the Acoustimass® module

1.Locate the jack labeled MEDIA CENTER on the rear of the Acoustimass® module. Insert the right-angle connector (Figure 14) of the module cable into the MEDIA CENTER jack.

2.Locate the jack labeled ACOUSTIMASS MODULE on the rear panel of the media center. Insert the other end of the module cable into the ACOUSTIMASS MODULE jack.

3.Firmly tighten the two screws at each end of the module cable.

Figure 14

Connecting the Acoustimass module to the media center

 

AUDIO INPUT

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

SPEAKERS

O

 

IDEO 2

AUX

INPUT

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

 

L

L

D

L

C

C

L

 

R

R

D

R

S

S

R

ACOUSTIMASS MODULE

 

AC INPUT

MEDIA CENTER

Acoustimass module cable

WARNING: Do not plug the Acoustimass module’s power cord into the wall outlet until all other system connections have been made.

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System Setup

Attaching the supplied antennas

Figure 15

Adding the AM and FM antennas

On the rear panel of the media center there are jacks for AM and FM antennas (Figure 15). Unwind the wires for each antenna to provide the best reception.

Note: An outdoor antenna may be used in place of the two that are supplied. To add an outdoor antenna, consult a qualified installer. Follow all safety instructions supplied with the antenna.

A

VIDEO

D L

75

AM

FM

LOOP

ANTENNA

ANTENNA

OPTICAL R

FM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

220-240V

 

D

VIDEOL

L

IDEOD

2

L AUX

CINPUT

OUTPUTC

OUTPUTL

SPEAKERS

FM

 

 

 

 

AUDIO INPUT

 

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

75FM

AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA

ANTENNA

OPTICAL

R

R

D

 

R

 

 

 

ACOUSTIMASS MODULE

 

 

 

 

S

S

R

AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM antenna

Plug the connector into the FM antenna jack on the media center rear panel. Spread out the antenna arms at the other end and move them around to establish optimum FM reception. Extend the antenna as far from the media center and other external equipment as possible.

AM antenna

1.Plug the connector into the AM antenna jack on the media center.

2.Move the antenna loop as far as possible, at least 20 inches (50 centimeters) from the media center and at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) from the Acoustimass® module. Experiment with positioning the loop for optimum AM reception.

3.Follow the instructions enclosed with the AM loop antenna to stand it on the supplied base, or mount it to a wall.

Connecting cable FM radio

Some cable TV providers make FM radio signals available through the cable service to your home. This connection is made to the external FM jack on the back panel of the media center. To connect to this service, contact your cable TV provider for assistance.

Note: Make sure that the cable radio installation includes a TV/FM splitter so that only the FM radio band, not the cable TV band, is received by the media center. If necessary, contact your cable company.

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Connecting your TV to the media center

Figure 16

Connecting your TV to the media center

Note: If you will be using the 3•2•1 home entertainment system with both a TV and a VCR, skip this section and go to “Connecting your TV and VCR to the media center” on page 19.

Note: If your TV does not have an audio output jack, see “If your TV does not have audio output jacks” on page 21.

1.Attach one end of the supplied video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the back of the media center (Figure 16).

2.Attach the other end of the video cable (yellow) into one of the video input jacks on your TV.

Make note of the video input jack you use

Most TVs have several video input jacks (for example: Video 1, Input 1, or Aux).

When you connect the yellow video cable to one of these jacks, make note of the name of the jack you choose. You will need to select the corresponding video input setting on your TV in order to play a DVD. See “Selecting the correct video input on your TV” below.

3.Locate the AUDIO INPUT jacks on the back of the media center. Under the AUDIO INPUT heading, there are jacks labeled VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, and AUX.

4.Attach the supplied stereo cable to the media center by inserting the white plug into the jack labeled VIDEO 1 (L), and the red plug into the jack labeled VIDEO 1 (R).

5.Attach the other end of the stereo cable to the TV by inserting the white plug into the AUDIO OUTPUT (L) jack, and the red plug into the AUDIO OUTPUT (R) jack.

AUDIO INPUT jacks

 

 

 

 

AUDIO INPUT

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

SPEAKERS

 

 

VIDEO 1

 

VIDEO 2

AUX

INPUT

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

 

 

D

 

L

L

D

L

C

C

L

 

75

AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM

LOOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA

ANTENNA

OPTICAL

R

R

D

R

S

S

R

ACOUSTIMASS MODULE

 

 

 

Video cable Stereo cable (yellow) (red and white)

VIDEO

AUDIO

IN

OUT

L

R

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Selecting the correct video input on your TV

In order to play a DVD, your television must be set to receive signals from the correct video input jack.

Most TVs have a TV/VIDEO, INPUT, or AUX IN button for selecting the video input. When the TV is on, the display “VIDEO 1”, “VIDEO 2”, or “AUX” will usually appear in a

corner of the screen to indicate which video input is currently selected.

Before playing a DVD, locate the name of the video input jack (on the TV) that you have connected the yellow video cable to, then turn the TV on and select the video input (on the screen) that matches the name of that jack. If you are unable to select the correct video input setting on your television, please consult your TV’s owner’s guide.

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S-video as an alternate means to connect to the TV

An S-video input jack, provided on many TVs, delivers a higher-quality TV picture than the composite video output connection shown in Figure 16 on page 17.

To make this alternate connection, insert the end of an S-video cable from the TV into the S-VIDEO OUTPUT on the media center. This cable may be purchased from your Bose® dealer or a local electronics retailer.

Note: Some older TVs with standard TV cable connectors do not have a composite video or an S-video input. Such TVs are not compatible with any DVD players and require use of an RF modulator for this connection, which is available at your local electronics store.

Note: If you use S-video to connect your cable box to the media center, you must also use S-video to connect all other components (such as the TV and VCR) to the system.

Turning off the internal speakers in your TV

When you listen to TV audio through your 3•2•1 home entertainment system, the speakers in your TV should not be on. Use the on-screen menu on your TV to locate the setting for INTERNAL SPEAKERS and select OFF. (Refer to your TV owner’s guide for instructions).

Note: In some models, when the TV’s internal speakers are turned off, you may need to turn up the TV’s volume by 75% to 100% in order to hear audio from the 3•2•1 home entertainment system. (See your TV owner’s guide for details.)

If your TV does not have an option to turn off the internal speakers, reduce the volume on your TV to its lowest setting.

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Connecting your TV and VCR to the media center

Figure 17

Connecting your TV and VCR to the media center using the TV’s audio output

There are two options for connecting your TV and VCR to the media center. Before you proceed, you must determine if your TV has audio output jacks. Consult your TV owner’s guide if you need assistance.

If your TV has audio output jacks

If your TV has audio output jacks, you can directly route the TV audio to the 3•2•1 home entertainment system.

1.Attach one end of the supplied video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the back of the media center (Figure 17).

2.Attach the other end of the video cable (yellow) into one of the video input jacks on your TV.

Make note of the video input jack you use

Most TVs have several video input jacks (for example: Video 1, Input 1, or Aux).

When you connect the yellow video cable to one of these jacks, make note of the name of the jack you choose. You will need to select the corresponding video input setting on your TV in order to play a DVD. See “Selecting the correct video input on your TV” on page 20.

3.Locate the AUDIO INPUT jacks on the back of the media center. Under the AUDIO INPUT heading, there are jacks labeled VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, and AUX.

4.Attach the supplied stereo cable to the media center by inserting the white plug into the jack labeled VIDEO 1 (L) and the red plug into the jack labeled VIDEO 1 (R).

5.Attach the other end of the stereo cable to the TV by inserting the white plug into the Audio Out (L) jack and the red plug into the Audio Out (R) jack.

Cable/satellite box

(if applicable)

Existing

wire

AUDIO INPUT jacks

 

 

 

AUDIO INPUT

 

VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

SPEAKERS

 

VIDEO 1

 

VIDEO 2

AUX

INPUT

OUTPUT

OUTPUT

 

 

D

L

L

D

L

C

C

L

 

75

AM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FM

LOOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA

ANTENNA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ACOUSTIMASS MODULE

 

OPTICAL

R

R

D

R

S

S

R

 

Video cable

(yellow)

Stereo cable (red and white)

 

VCR

Existing

 

 

 

 

wire

VIDEO

AUDIO

 

IN

OUT

 

 

L

 

 

R

 

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System Setup

Selecting the correct video input on your TV

In order to play a DVD, your television must be set to receive signals from the correct video input jack.

Most TVs have a TV/VIDEO, INPUT, or AUX IN button for selecting the video input. When the TV is on, the words “VIDEO 1”, “VIDEO 2”, or “AUX” will usually appear in a corner of the screen to indicate which video input is currently selected.

Before playing a DVD, locate the name of the video input jack (on the TV) that you have connected the yellow video cable to, then turn the TV on and select the video input (on the screen) that matches the name of that jack. If you are unable to locate the video input setting on your television, please consult your TV owner’s guide.

Turning off the internal speakers in your TV

When you listen to TV audio through your 3•2•1 home entertainment system, the speakers in your TV should not be on. Use the on-screen menu on your TV to locate the setting for INTERNAL SPEAKERS and select OFF. (Refer to your TV owner’s guide for instructions).

Note: In some models, when the TV’s internal speakers are turned off, you may need to turn up the TV’s volume setting by 75% to 100% in order to hear audio from the 3•2•1 home entertainment system. (See your TV owner’s guide for details.)

If your TV does not have an option to turn off the internal speakers, you may need to adjust both the 3•2•1 system volume and your TV volume until you find a level that produces the desired sound.

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