Bose 343207-1110 User Manual
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WAVE
Owner’s Guide | Bedienungsanleitung | Notice d’utilisation | Manuale di istruzioni | Gebruiksaanwijzing
RADIO III
SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTIONCAUTI O N
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.
Please read this owner’s guide
Please take the time to follow the instructions in this
owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up and
operate your product properly and enjoy its advanced
features. Please save this owner’s guide for future
reference.
WARNING:
not expose the product to rain or moisture.
WARNING: Do not expose this
apparatus to dripping or splashing,
and do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, on or near the
apparatus. As with any electronic products, use care not to
spill liquids into any part of the system. Liquids can cause a
failure and/or a fire hazard.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product unless you are qualified. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match the wide
blade of the line cord plug to the wide slot of the AC
(mains) receptacle. Insert fully.
WARNING: Keep the remote control battery away from chil-
dren. It may cause a fire or chemical burn if mishandled. Do
not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100
º
C (212ºF), or
incinerate. Dispose of used batteries promptly. Replace only
with a battery of the correct type and model number.
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with an agency-approved (e.g. UL)
CR2032 or DL3032 3-volt lithium battery.
Please dispose of used batteries properly,
following any local regulations. Do not incinerate.
WARNING: Do not place any naked flame sources, such
as lighted candles, on or near the apparatus.
WARNING: Contains small parts which may be
a choking hazard. Not suitable for children under
age 3.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an
equilateral triangle alerts the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the system
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electrical 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.
Note: The product label is located on the bottom of the
product.
Note: The product must be used indoors. It is neither
designed nor tested for use outdoors, in recreational
vehicles, or on boats.
Note: Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used
as the disconnect device, such disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
is product conforms to all EU Directive
Th
requirements as applicable by law. The complete
Declaration of Conformity can be found at
www.Bose.com/compliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions – for all components
before using this product.
2. Keep these instructions – for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings – on the product and in the
owner’s guide.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water or
moisture – Do not use this product near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else
that water or moisture are present.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth – and as directed by
Bose Corporation. Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions – To ensure 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
a cabinet that may keep air from flowing through its
ventilation openings.
8. Do not install near any heat sources, such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding-type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wider blade
or third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit in your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified
by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket or table specified by
the manufacturer or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from
tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time – to
prevent damage to this product.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way: such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged;
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus; the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped – Do not attempt
to service this product yourself. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other hazards. Please call Bose to be
referred to an authorized service center near you.
15. To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, avoid
overloading wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles.
16. Do not let objects or liquids enter the product
– as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric
shock.
17. See product enclosure bottom for safety
related markings.
18. Use Proper Power Sources – Plug the product
into a proper power source, as described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the product.
19. Avoid Power Lines – Use extreme care when
installing an outside antenna system to keep from
touching power lines or circuits, as contact with
them may be fatal. 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.
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Information about products that generate
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)
Electric service
equipment
Ground clamp
electrical noise
If applicable, 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.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Product data logger
The Wave® radio III features a product data logger that
is designed to help Bose better understand product
usage and performance over time. The product data
logger records certain technical data and usage history,
including but not limited to volume levels, on/off data,
user settings, source inputs, power output, and setup
data. We may use this data to provide you with better
service and support on your Wave
improve product design in the future. Special equipment
is required to read the data stored by the product data
logger and such data can only be retrieved by Bose if
your Wave
®
radio III is returned to Bose for service or as
returned merchandise. The product data logger does
not collect any personally identifiable information about
you and does not record title, genre or other information
about the media content you access while using your
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Wave
radio III.
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radio III and to
• 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.
Note: Unauthorized modification of the receiver or radio remote control
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This product complies with the Canadian ICES-003
Class B specifications.
Antenna grounding
Example of antenna grounding as per National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
For your records
Record the serial number of your Wave® radio III in the
space below. The serial number can be found on the
bottom panel.
Serial number ___________________________________
Purchase date __________________________________
We suggest you keep your receipt with this owner’s
guide.
CAUTION: The Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) antenna
connector on this unit is not intended to be connected to a
CATV system.
©1994-2012 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or otherwise used without prior
written permission. All trademarks referenced herein are property of Bose Corporation. The distinctive design of the Wave radio is
a registered trademark of Bose Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
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CONTENTS
SETTING UP YOUR WAVE® RADIO III ............... 6
Unpacking ............................................................. 6
Selecting a location ............................................... 6
Connecting to power ............................................. 6
Setting the clock ................................................... 6
Introduction ........................................................... 7
Special Features .................................................... 7
OPERATING YOUR WAVE® RADIO III ................ 8
Remote control ...................................................... 8
Touch pad ............................................................. 8
Reading the display ............................................... 9
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Turning the Wave
Controlling the volume .......................................... 9
Setting the Sleep timer .......................................... 9
radio III on and off ................... 9
LISTENING TO RADIO .................................... 10
Selecting the radio band ....................................... 10
Listening to FM/AM radio ...................................... 10
Tuning to an FM/AM station .............................. 10
Storing FM/AM radio station presets ................. 10
TALK RADIO mode ............................................ 10
Listening to DIGITAL RADIO ................................. 11
Tuning to a digital radio station ......................... 11
Browsing available stations ............................... 11
Storing digital radio station presets ................... 11
Primary stations and secondary services .......... 11
Re-scanning digital radio stations ..................... 12
Displaying station information ............................ 12
Displaying station signal strength ...................... 12
SETTING AND USING THE ALARMS .................. 13
Introduction ........................................................... 13
Using the Alarm buttons .................................... 13
Alarm status indicators ...................................... 13
Setting the alarms ................................................. 13
Using the alarms ................................................... 14
Turning an alarm on or off .................................. 14
Snoozing an alarm ............................................. 14
Stopping a sounding alarm ................................ 14
CONNECTING OTHER EQUIPMENT ................... 15
Rear panel input/outputs ....................................... 15
Using headphones ................................................ 15
Using the AUX IN connector ................................. 15
Using an external antenna ..................................... 16
Installing an external antenna for FM radio ........ 16
Installing an external antenna
for DIGITAL RADIO ............................................. 16
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Connecting to a Lifestyle
system ......................... 16
PERSONALIZING YOUR WAVE® RADIO III .......... 17
The setup menu ..................................................... 17
Adjusting the snooze time ..................................... 18
Turning RDS on or off ............................................ 18
Changing the time format ...................................... 18
Adjusting the display brightness ........................... 18
Setting the room code ........................................... 19
Turning the touch pad on or off ............................. 19
Changing the system standby timeout .................. 19
Performing a system reset .................................... 20
MAINTAINING YOUR WAVE® RADIO III .............. 21
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 21
Customer service .................................................. 21
Replacing the remote control battery .................... 22
Cleaning ................................................................. 22
Limited warranty .................................................... 22
Technical information ............................................ 22
INDEX ......................................................... 23
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ONTACT INFORMATION ................................ 25
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SETTING UP YOUR WAVE® RADIO III
Wave® radio III
AC power cord(s)*
Remote control
(battery installed)
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Antenna adapter
(Europe only)
DAB dipole antenna
3.5 mm input cable
(Australia only)
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2
AC POWER
3
Note: Press-and-hold operations
require holding the button down for
about one second.
Unpacking
Please check the shipping carton for the following items:
*The appropriate power cord(s) for your region is supplied.
Selecting a location
• Place your Wave® radio III on a table or other flat
surface.
• To enjoy maximum audio performance, place your
Wave
be listening.
• For best audio performance, place your Wave
III within two feet of a wall, and avoid placing directly
in a corner.
Notes:
• Do not place your Wave
could interfere with AM reception.
• Do not place your Wave
surface. Like all electrical equipment, it generates some
heat.
• Do not use your Wave
any other place where moisture can get inside.
Connecting to power
1. Insert the small end of the power cord into the con-
2. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
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radio III across the room from where you will
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radio
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radio III on a metal surface. It
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radio III on a heat-sensitive
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radio III in a damp location or
nector labeled AC POWER on the rear panel of your
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radio III.
Wave
3. Unwind and straighten the power cord to ensure the
best reception for FM and digital radio. Your Wave
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radio III uses the power cord as an antenna.
Setting the clock
After plugging in your Wave® radio III, set the clock
using the remote.
You r Wa ve® radio
using the remote control. Just aim the remote at the front
panel and press the necessary buttons.
1. Press and hold down either Time button for
about 1 sec.
Initially, HOLD_TO_SET appears on the display and
then quickly changes to – CLOCK SET – as the
button is depressed.
2. Release the selected Time button.
3. Press Time – to adjust the displayed time backward
or press Time + to adjust the displayed time forward until it matches the current time. You can also
press and hold for rapid adjustment.
4. Wait five seconds for the system to exit the clock
setup mode automatically.
Notes:
• To change the clock display from 12-hour (AM/PM) time
to 24-hour time, see “Changing the time format” on
page 18.
•If the Wave
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radio III loses power due to a power
outage or uplugging the unit to move it, all system
settings will be permanently retained. However, the clock
time will only be temporarily stored in backup memory for
up to 48 hours.
III
is easily operated
SETTING UP YOUR WAVE® RADIO III
Dual tapered
waveguides
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Bose® Wave® radio III, an
elegant way to bring high quality sound into any room.
Over fourteen years of research by Bose Corporation
brings you the benefits of award-winning patented
acoustic waveguide speaker technology. Using this
technology, a tube efficiently transfers energy from a
small speaker to the outside air over a wide range of low
frequencies. And, long waveguides, folded into intricate
patterns, fit into products small enough to be placed
comfortably in your home. Your Wave
dual tapered waveguide speaker technology, connecting
two speakers to two 26" tapered waveguides which
combine to produce unprecedented instrument timbre
from a system this size.
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radio III features
Special Features
Alarm settings let you wake to your
favorite radio station
You can set your Wave® radio III to wake to your favorite
radio station. For more details, see “Introduction” on
page 13.
The setup menu allows you to personalize
system operation
System settings were selected at the factory to satisfy
most owners of the Wave
change the settings, see “Personalizing Your Wave
Radio III” on page 17.
The setup menu allows you to change the following
system settings to your liking:
• Snooze time
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radio III. If you wish to
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• RDS information on or off
• Clock time format (12- or 24-hour)
• Display brightness level
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•Bose
• Touch pad on or off
• Disable the automatic off feature
• Reset to factory settings
link room code
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OPERATING YOUR WAVE® RADIO III
Power On/Off (Stop Alarm)
• Turns the power on or off (page 9).
• Stops a sounding alarm (page 14).
Sleep (Buzzer)
• Snoozes a sounding alarm (page 14).
• Sets unit to shut off automatically after
10-90 minutes (page 9).
• Selects Buzzer in Alarm Setup (page 13).
Volume
• Turns volume up or down (page 9).
Mute
• Press to silence audio (page 9).
• Press again to restore audio.
• Press and hold: Starts a re-scan of
digital radio stations (page 12).
Presets
• Press: Recalls a stored radio station
(page 10).
• Press and hold: Stores a radio station for
quick recall (page 10).
Tune/Playlist
• Press: Skips to next/previous radio
frequency (page 10), or playlist on a connected accessory.
• Press and hold: Rapidly moves forward/
backward through radio frequencies
(page 10).
Time
• Sets clock time (page 6).
• When setting alarms, sets the alarm time
(page 13).
Play Mode
• Turns TALK RADIO mode on or off for
AM or FM (page 10).
• Changes the display of digital radio station information (page 12).
AUX
• Press to hear audio from an external
source connected to the AUX input
(page 15).
Radio
• Turns on the radio.
• Selects FM, AM, or DIGITAL RADIO (page 10).
Alarms
• Sets and controls Alarms (page 13).
Alarm Setup (Menu)
• Press and hold: Enters the system
setup menu (page 17).
Play/Pause
• Plays or pauses a connected ac-
cessory.
Seek/Track
• Press: Finds the next radio station with a
strong signal (page 10), or skips to next/
previous track on a connected accessory.
• Press and hold: Rapidly moves forward/
backward through radio frequencies with a
strong signal (page 10), or rapidly skips to
next/previous track on a connected accessory.
Alarm 1
• Turns Alarm 1
on or off
Alarm 2
• Turns Alarm 2
on or off
Remote control
You r Wa ve® radio
control. Just aim the remote at the display and press the
buttons. The remote normally works within 20 feet of the
display.
III
is easily operated using the remote
Notes:
• Press-and-hold operations require holding the button
down for about one second.
• Pressing RADIO or AUX automatically turns on the
Wave
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radio III to the source selected.
Touch pad
You r Wav e® radio III has a touch-sensitive switch under
the top, front, center area of the enclosure.
Momentarily placing your hand on the touch pad can
turn your Wave
sounding alarm, and reset it for the next day (page 14).
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radio III on or off (page 9), snooze a
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