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ACOUSTIC WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM II
Owner’s Guide | Bedienungsanleitung | Notice d’utilisation | Manuale di istruzioni | Gebruiksaanwijzing
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions – for all components
before using this product.
2. Keep these instructions – fo
3. Heed all warnings – on the p
owner’s guide.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus
moisture
washbowl, kitc
ment, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else that
water or moistu
6. Clean only with a dry cloth – and as
Bose Corporation. Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance wi
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tions – To ensure reliable operation of the product and
to protect it
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 builtin system, such as a bookcase or a cabinet that may
keep air from flowing through its ventilation openings.
8. Do not ins
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.
has two blades with one wider than the other. A
ounding-type plug has two blades and a third
gr
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.
otect the power cord from being walked on
10. Pr
or pinched, particularly a
receptacles,
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 us
use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to
from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or
when unused for long periods of time – to
prevent damage to this product.
– Do not use this product near a bathtub,
hen sink, laundry tub, in a wet base-
re are present.
th the manufacturer’s instruc-
from overheating, put the product in a
tall near any heat sources, such
and the point where they exit from
r future reference.
roduct and in the
near water or
directed by
A polarized plug
t plugs, convenience
ed,
avoid injury
as
14. Refer all serv
nel. Servicing is require
has been damaged in any wa
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
opped – Do not
dr
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.
o prevent risk of fire or electric shock, avoid
15. T
overloading wall outlets, extension
integral convenience receptacles.
16. Do not let objects or liquids enter the product –
as they may t
out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
17. See product enclosure bot
markings.
icing to qualified service person-
d when the apparatus
y: such as power-
attempt to service this product
cords, or
ouch dangerous voltage points or short-
tom for safety-related
Information about products that generate
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 reas
ence in a residential installa
ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and use
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
re
ceiver
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit
than the on
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian for help.
Note: Unauthorized modification of the receiver or radio
remote co
equipment.
This product complies with the Canadian ICES-003
B specifications.
onable protection against harmful interfer-
tion. This e
d in accordance with the instructions,
.
e to which the receiver is connected.
ntrol could void the user’s authority to operate this
quipment gener-
Class
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Important 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)
Electric service
equipment
Ground clamp
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 ca
re when installing an outside antenna system to keep from touching
power lines or c
ircuits, 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.
20. Gr
ound all outdoor antennas – If an externa
l
antenna or cable system is connected to this product,
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/
A No. 70 provides inform
NFP
ation with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
an
tenna-discharg
e unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the ground electrode.
Refer
to the antenna grounding illustration on this
page.
Antenna grounding
Example of antenna grounding as per National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
Note to CATV system installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC (of USA)
that provides guidelines for proper grounding. In particular,
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.
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Safety Information
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 system
properly and enjoy all of its advanced features. Please save this owner’s guide for future reference.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
WARNING: The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be
placed on the apparatus. As with any electronic products, use care not to spill liquids into any
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.
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
presen
part of the system. Liquids can cause a
system, is intended to alert the user to the
ce of important operating and maintenance instructions in this owner’s guide.
Class B emissions
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations (Canada only).
CAUTION: To
CAUTION: Us
radiation exposure. The compact disc player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the line cord plug to the wide slot of the AC (mains) receptacle. Insert fully.
e of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
Class 1 laser product
This CD player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT according to
EN 60825-1:1994+A1+A2, IEC 60825-1:1993+A1+A2.
WARNING:
disassemble, heat above 100
and model number.
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with Duracell, Eveready, Energizer, Maxell, Toshiba,
or Shun Wo CR2032 or DL2032 3-volt lithium battery.
Please dispose of used batteries properly,
WARNING: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
Note: Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, such disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.
This product conforms to all EU Directive requirements as applicable by law. The complete Declaration
found at www.Bose.com/compliance.
CAUTION: Using a 12-volt adapter other than the Bose 12V DC power cord or power pack can cause damage to your system.
CAUTION: When using the Acoustic Wave
boat, be sure that it is secured to prevent accidental movement.
K
eep the remote control battery away from children. It may cause a fire or chemical burn if mishandled. Do not recharge,
º
C (212 ºF), or incinerate. Dispose of used batteries promptly. Replace only with a battery of the correct type
following any local regulations. Do not incinerate.
of Conformity can be
®
music system II in a mobile environment such as an automobile, recreational vehicle, or
©2006 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 Acoustic Wave
®
music system II design is a registered trademark of Bose Corporation.
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Contents
Setting Up Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Selecting
Connecting to power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting st
Operating Your Acoustic Wa
a location for your music system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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arted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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Music System II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ve
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Special f
Using th
Using the co
Reading th
Turning the system on a
eatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
e remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
ntrol panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
e display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
nd off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Controlling the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operatin
Playing Compact Discs . . . .
g on DC power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Playing audio CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Playing MP3 CD
Changing
CD play modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Audio CD play modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
MP3 CD play modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
About MP3 CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Listening to
FM or AM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
. . 13
Selecting FM or AM radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Tuning t
Stor
TALK RADIO mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
he radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
ing a radio station to memory (Presets) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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Connecting Other Equipment
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Rear panel input/outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connectin
g an external FM antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connectin
g external speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting a recording device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the AUX IN input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connectin
g your Acoustic Wave
Personalizing Your Acoustic Wave
®
music system II to a Lifestyle® system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
®
Music System II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Factory settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Chan
ging system settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Maintaining Your Acoustic Wave
®
Music System II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Repla
cing the remote control battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Custome
Limited war
Techn
r support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
ranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
ical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Setting Up Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
Remote control
Acoustic Wave
®
music system II
Power cord (U.S./Canada)*
FM dipole antenna
Demonstration CD
®
*The appropriate power cord
for your region is included.
Audio cable
For your records
Now is a good time to record the serial number of your new Acoustic Wave® music system II here and on your product
registration card. The serial number is located on the back of your system.
Serial number ______________________________ Purchase date __________________________________________
We suggest you keep your sales receipt and a copy of your product registration card together with this owner’s guide.
Unpacking
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Figure 1
Carton contents
Carefully unpack your music system. Save all packing materials for possible future use. The
original packing materials provide the safest way to transport your Acoustic Wave
®
music
system II. If any part of the product appears damaged, do not attempt to use it. Notify Bose
Customer Service immediately (see phone numbers on the inside back cover).
Check to be sure you received the parts identified in Figure 1.
WARNING:
To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children.
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Selecting a location for your music system
As with any high-performance sound system, the tonal quality of your Acoustic Wave® music
system II will vary with room placement. Feel free to experiment, but keep the following
guidelines in mind.
• This system is designed to sound be
30 to 48 inches (75-120 cm) from the floor.
• It should be near the center of a wall and 6 inches (15 cm) or less away from the wall.
• To increase bass response, move the unit toward any corner of the room; to decrease bass
response, move
CAUTION:
it away from the corner.
Choose a stable and level surface for your music system.
st when plac
ed on a shelf, counter, desk, or table top,
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Connecting to power
Ventilation openings – DO NOT BLOCK
Figure 2
Connecting the power cord
Setting Up Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
1. Plug the small end of the power cord into the power jack on the back of your Acoustic
2. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC power (mains) outlet.
®
Wave
music system II (Figure 2).
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Getting started
European systems only
Acoustic Wave systems in Europe include a small AC power switch on the back of the
system, just above the power jack. When your Acoustic Wave music system is connected
to an AC power outlet, you can use that switch to turn off power to your system to conserve
electricity
CAUTION:
.
Do not cover the ventilation openings, which provide cooling for the built-in electronic
circuitry. Blocking the ventilation openings can cause the system to overheat, resulting in possible
damage to the system
Note: The Acoustic Wave
.
®
music system II also can be powered from a 12V DC source. See
“Operating on DC power” on page 9.
Note: Bose recommends using a safety agency-approved surge protector on all electronic
equipment. Voltage variations and s
pikes can damage electronic components in any system.
A quality suppressor can eliminate the vast majority of failures attributed to surges and may be
purchased at electronics stores.
We encourage you to begin by listening to the demonstration CD included with your Acoustic
®
music system II. It will demonstrate the deep, rich musical performance this system is
Wave
designed to deliver.
For instructions on playing CDs, see “Playing Compact Discs” on page 10.
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Operating Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
Introduction
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Special features
Thank you for purchasing the Bose® Acoustic
®
music system II, engineered to deliver
Wave
the deep, rich musical performance you would
expect from a large, complicated component
stereo system.
Over 20 years of research by Bose Corporation
brin
gs you the bene
fits of award-winning, patented acoustic waveguide speaker technology.
Using this technology
into intric
ate patterns can be built into prod-
, long waveguides folded
ucts that are small enough to fit comfortably in
yo
ur home. Th
is long waveguide, or tube, efficiently transfers energy from a small speaker
to
quencies. Your Acoustic Wave
utside air over a wide range of low fre-
the o
®
music system
II features an 80-inch waveguide, precisely
tuned to deliver sound reproduction unlike
anything you may have heard from a system
this size.
You easily can move the system from room to room, or even outside
Your Acoustic Wave
®
music system II has molded inset handles for easy carrying. Optional
accessories let you enjoy the system in places outside of your home.
• Carrying case allows you to listen to your s
ystem while pro
tecting it during transport.
• Rechargeable power pack enables operation when AC power is not available.
• DC power cord plugs into the cigarette lighter receptacle in your automobile.
®
You can purchase accessories from your Bose
dealer, on the Internet (www.bose.com), or by
phone. See the inside back cover for contact information.
Enjoy talk radio programs using a special listening mode
Some talk radio programs can sound unnatural or
bass-heavy. Yo
ur Acoustic Wave® music
system II has a user-selectable TALK RADIO mode that automatically adjusts the sound,
making the programs sound more natural. For details, see “TALK RADIO mode” on page 15.
Connect headphones for private listening
You can plug your headphones into the HEADPHONES output jack on the rear panel. Use the
volume contr
ol on the top control panel to set the level. See “Using he
adphones” on page 17.
Expand your system by connecting additional speakers
You can deliver music to another area in your home by connecting a powered speaker system
to the HEADPHONES ou
tput. For instructions on setting up the system for this, see “Con-
necting external speakers” on page 17.
Record your favorite programs
The HEADPHONES output on the rear panel also can be used to record your favorite music
o
r talk program. To co
nnect a recorder, see “Connecting a recording device” on page 18.
Play your favorite music file (MP3) CDs
Y
our Acoustic Wave
®
music system II can play MP3 music files recorded on CD-R and CD-
RW discs. For more information, see “Playing MP3 CDs” on page 11.
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Using the remote control
Throughout this owner’s guide, you will see button icons to the left of the operating instructions.
These icons refer to buttons located on the remote control.
On/Off
Turns system power on or off (page 9).
Volume
Raises or lowers the volume (page 9).
Seek/Track
For FM/AM radio
• Press: Finds the next/previous radio
station with a strong signal (page 14).
• Press and hold: Rapidly moves forward/
backward through radio frequencies
with a strong signal (page 14).
For CDs
• Press: Skips to next/previous CD track
(page 10).
• Press and hold: Rapidly skips to next/
previous CD track (page 10).
Tune/MP3
For FM/AM radio
• Press: Skips to next/previous FM/AM frequency (page 14).
• Press and hold: Rapidly moves up/down through radio frequencies (page 14).
For CDs
• Press: Navigates through folders on MP3 CDs (page 11).
• Press and hold: Scans forward/backward through a CD track (page 10).
Mute
Press to silence audio. Press again to
restore audio (page 9).
FM/AM/CD/AUX
Selects the FM/AM radio, CD, or AUX
source, and automatically turns on the
system if it is off (page 9-12 & 18-19).
Presets
• Press: Recalls a stored radio station
(page 15).
• Press and hold: Stores a radio station
for quick recall (page 15).
Stop
Stops a playing CD (page 10).
Play/Pause
Plays a CD or pauses a playing CD
(page 10).
Play Mode
• Selects shuffle and repeat CD play
modes (page 12).
• Turns TALK RADIO mode on or off for
AM or FM (page 15).
The remote control allows you to fully operate all the common functions of your Acoustic Wave®
music system II. Just aim the remote at the system and press the buttons. The remote normally
works within 20 feet from the front panel.
Notes:
• Press-and-hold operations require holding the button down for at least one second.
• Pressing FM, AM, CD, or AUX automatically turns on the system to the source selected.
Figure 3
Remote control buttons
Operating Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
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Operating Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
FM/AM/CD/AUX
Selects the FM/AM radio, CD, or AUX
source, and automatically turns on the
system if it is off (page 9-12 & 18-19).
On/Off
Turns system power on or off (page 9).
Presets
• Press: Recalls a stored radio station (page 15).
• Press and hold: Stores a radio station for quick
recall (page 15).
Volume
Raises or lowers the volume (page 9).
Seek/Track
For FM/AM radio
• Press: Finds the next/previous radio
station with a strong signal (page 14).
• Press and hold: Rapidly moves forward/
backward through radio frequencies
with a strong signal (page 14).
For CDs
• Press: Skips to next/previous CD track
(page 10).
• Press and hold: Rapidly skips to next/
previous CD track (page 10).
Tune/MP3
For FM/AM radio
• Press: Skips to next/previous FM/AM frequency (page 14).
• Press and hold: Rapidly moves up/down through radio frequencies (page 14).
For CDs
• Press: Navigates through folders on MP3 CDs (page 11).
• Press and hold: Scans forward/backward through a CD track (page 10).
Play/Pause
Plays a CD or pauses a
playing CD (page 10).
Stop
Stops a playing CD (page 10).
Play Mode
• Selects shuffle and repeat CD play modes
(page 12).
• Turns TALK RADIO mode on or off for AM or
FM (page 15).
Menu
• Accesses the system menu
(control panel, only) (page 20).
CD compartment
Press and release to open (page 10).
Using the control panel
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Figure 4
Control panel buttons
The control panel has the same buttons as the remote except that the control panel has a
Menu button and it does not have a Mute button.
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Operating Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
Source information
or system menu
items.
Indicates the selected source:
FM, AM, CD, or AUX.
Source status information, such
as CD play mode, volume level,
and mute indicator.
Additional source-related information such as
FM/AM preset number, or elapsed CD play time.
12 VDC input
connector
Reading the display
The example in Figure 5 describes the types of information that can appear on the display.
Figure 5
Sample display with CD
information
Turning the system on and off
Press On/Off once to turn the system on or off. The system turns on to the last source
played.
Press FM, AM, CD, or AUX to select a source and turn on the system if it is off. Pressing
AUX does not turn on an auxiliary source (such as your TV), so turn
Controlling the volume
Press and hold Volume or to adjust the volume level. VOLUME - 00 (silent) to 99 (loud)
appears on the display to indicate the level. Before turn
volume to any level between 20 and 70.
Press Mute (remote only) to silence the system.
unmute. To lower the volume before unmuting, press Volume
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that on first.
ing on the system, you can set the
Press Mute again, or press Volume , to
while muted.
Operating on DC power
Using the Bose® Power Pack or Bose® DC power cord accessory, you can operate your
Acoustic Wave
the rear panel to the left of the AC input connector (Figure 6).
Figure 6
Back panel 12-volt DC input
connector
Operating on DC power causes some changes in operation:
• The display backlight is normally off. Pressing any control panel button turns on the backlight for a few seconds.
• CD source, only: If a disc is playing
hours with no user activity.
Note: When operating using DC power, the AC power switch has no effect.
®
music system on 12-volt DC power. You’ll find a 12 VDC input connector on
continuously, the system automatically turns off after 24
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Playing Compact Discs
Elapsed track time
Track number
Play mode
Selected source
Elapsed track time
(flashing)
Pause indicator
(flashing)
Playing audio CDs
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Figure 7
Loading a CD
Figure 8
Sample CD display
1. Press and release the tab on the top of the CD compartment cover to open it (Figure 7).
2. Insert a CD, label side up, into the player.
3. Push the cover down to close it.
4.
Press CD if the CD source is not selected. The system turns on and starts to play the CD.
CD source information is displayed (Figure 8).
Note: –NO DISC– appears on the display if you press CD when there is no disc in the disc
player.
Figure 9
Sample CD display –
paused CD
While a track is playing:
• Press Play/Pause to pause a CD. The elapsed time and the CD PAUSED indicator flashes
on the display (Figure 9). Press Play/Pause again to re
Press Seek/Track once to skip to the beginning of the current track. Press again
•
within three seconds to skip to the beginning of the previous track.
• Press Seek/Track
Press and hold Tune/MP3 < or Tune/MP3 > to quickly scan backward or forward through
•
once to skip to the next track.
a track.
•
Press Stop to stop a CD.
Note: Because a CD spins at high speeds in the player, be sure to press the stop button before
removing a CD.
Note: When the system is left in the CD source, the system automatical
with no user activity.
sume play.
ly turns off after 24 hours
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Playing MP3 CDs
Track number
Elapsed track time
Selected source
Folder number
Elapsed track time
Selected source
Song title and artist name
Figure 10
Sample of an initial display
for an MP3 CD
Figure 11
Sample of a display for an
MP3 CD that is playing
Playing Compact Discs
Your Acoustic Wave® music system II can play MP3 music files recorded on CD-Rs and
CD-RWs. For information on how MP3 CDs work, see “About MP3 CDs” on page 13.
To play an MP3 CD:
Insert the CD into the CD compartment. If you were listening to another source, press CD.
The MP3 CD will start playing automatically
the display (Figure 10). The folder and track number appear across the middle. Following this,
track and artist name appear twice followed by the song title again (Figure 11). The elapsed
time and song title remain on the display while the track plays. Press CD
number, track number, song title, and artist name again.
Note: The root level (or first-level folder) is displayed as Folder Number 00.
. Initially, elapsed track time appears at the top of
to view the folde
r
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Press Play/Pause to pause a playing MP3 CD. The elapsed time and the CD PAUSED
indicator flashes on the display. Press Play/Pause again to re
sume play.
While an MP3 CD track is playing:
• Press Play/Pause to pause a playing MP3 CD. The elapsed time and the CD PAUSED
indicator flashes on the display. Press Play/Pause again to re
Press Seek/Track to skip to the beginning of the current track. Press again within
•
three seconds to skip to the beginning of the previous track.
• Press See
•
Press Tune/MP3 < to skip to the previous folder (if folders are used); press Tune/MP3 >
k/Track
to skip to the next track.
to skip to the next folder.
• Press and hold T
une/MP3 < or Tune
/MP3 > to quickly scan backward or forward through
a track.
•
Press Stop to stop an MP3 CD.
sume play.
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Playing Compact Discs
Changing CD play modes
While a CD is playing, the selected play mode affects how tracks are played.
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Press Play Mode repeatedly until the play mode you want is displayed.
Audio CD play modes
When playing an audio CD, these are the available play modes.
Displayed mode Description
NORMAL PLAY Plays all tracks once in sequential order.
SHUFFLE DISC Plays all tracks once in random order.
SHUFFLE REPEAT Repeats all tracks in a random order.
REPEAT DISC Repeats the disc from the beginning after the last track is played.
REPEAT TRACK Repeats the selected track continuously.
MP3 CD play modes
When playing an MP3 CD, these are the available play modes.
Displayed mode Description
NORMAL PLAY Plays all tracks once in sequential order.
SHUFFLE DISC Plays all tracks once in random order.
SHUFFLE FOLDER Plays all tracks in the selected folder in random order.
SHUFFLE RPT FLDR Repeats all tracks in a folder in
SHUFFLE REPEA
REPEAT DISC Repeats the disc from the beginning after the last track is played.
REPEAT FOLDER Repeats all tracks in a folder in order.
REPEAT TRACK Repeats the selected track continuously.
T Repeats all tracks in a random order.
random order.
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About MP3 CDs
Folder 00 Track 1
Track 2
Track 8
Folder 01 Track 1
Track 2
Track 8
Folder 02 Track 1
Track 2
Track 8
Folder 03 Track 1
Track 2
Track 8
Root level (Folder 00)
Folder 01
Folder 03
Folders:
Folder 02
Play order:
Figure 12
Example of MP3 CD file
organization
Playing Compact Discs
MP3 is a music compression technology that reduces a song’s file size without noticeable
effect in the quality of the sound. The MP3 format makes it possible for you to store many
more songs on a single CD than found on a conventional audio CD. In fact, an MP3 CD can
contain as much music as 10 standard audio CDs on just one disc, which then can be organized into folders on a computer before being stored on the disc.
The order in which MP3 songs are played is determined by how the MP3 files are organized
an
d stored on the
nized into four folders.
CD. For example, Figure 12 shows the play order of songs that are orga-
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The audio quality of MP3 CDs is dependent on factors such as the encoded bit rate, the sampling rate, and the type of encoder used. The Acoustic Wave
®
music system II supports MP3
CDs encoded at bit rates of 64kbps or higher, and sampling rates of 32kHz or higher. It is recommended that a bit rate of at least 128kbps and a sampling rate of 44.1kHz or higher be
us
ed.
Note: Playback quality
of recorded CD-Rs and CD-RWs is dependent on the CD recording
process and software used to record the disc. An improperly recorded audio CD may cause the
system to exhibit unexpected behavior.
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Listening to FM or AM Radio
Selected preset station
FM source indicator
Station frequency
Mode
FM source indicator
Station frequency
Selecting FM or AM radio
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Figure 13
Sample FM radio display
Tuning the radio
Figure 14
Sample tuning display
Press FM or AM to select FM or AM radio. This action also turns on the system if it is off. The
last radio station selected will be heard.
Press FM or AM to select the FM or AM tuner.
When you tune to a radio station, the frequency appears in the center of the display while you
are tuning (Figur
e 14).
Press Seek/Track to find a lower-frequency station with a strong signal; press
Seek/Track
Press Tune/MP3 < to manually tune to a lower frequency; press Tune/MP3 > to manually
tune to a higher frequency.
Press and hold Tune/MP3 < to mo
hold Tune/MP3 > to move rapidly up through the frequency band.
Note: If AM reception is w
weak, make sure the telescoping antenna is fully extended. If FM reception is still weak, try installing an external FM antenna. See “Connecting an external FM antenna” on page 16.
to find a higher-frequency station with a strong signal.
ve rapidly down through the frequency band; press and
eak, rotate the system to improve AM reception. If
FM reception is
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Storing a radio station to memory (Presets)
TALK RADIO Mode indicator
You can store up to six FM and six AM radio stations for quick recall using the
1. Tune to the station you want to save as a preset.
2. Press and hold one of the six
preset number and station frequency appear on the display.
Presets
Listening to FM or AM Radio
Presets
buttons until you hear a double beep and the
buttons.
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TALK RADIO mode
Figure 15
Sample FM radio display
with TALK RADIO on
3. Press one of the Presets buttons to
quickly tune to a previously stored FM or AM
station.
Note: Storing a preset will replace any station previously stored to that preset number.
Note: During a
power outage, stored presets are retained in a backup memory system.
Talk radio broadcasts can be greatly affected by either the microphone selection or the boosting of low frequencies by some radio stations. They do so in an attempt to improve speech
when heard through conventional radios. I
that is unnatural or bass-heavy. By selecting the TALK RADIO mode, your Acoustic Wave
n high-quality audio products, this results in sound
®
music system II automatically adjusts to compensate for artificially boosted low frequencies.
Press Play Mode while the radio is playing to turn on the TALK RADIO mode. When on,
TALK RAD IO is displayed under the station frequency (Figure 15).
Press Play Mode again to
turn off the TALK RADIO mode.
Note: The TALK RADIO mode is cancelled when you press any source button, tune to another
station, or turn off your Acoustic Wave
®
music system II.
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Connecting Other Equipment
Bose® link
Connects to a
Bose® link-enabled
Lifestyle® system
or accessory
(page 19).
AUX IN
Dual RCA input connectors
for connecting external
devices (page 18).
HEADPHONES
A 3.5 mm (
1
/8") stereo headphone jacks.
Also can be used for speakers (page 17),
or recording (page 18).
FM 75Ω ANTENNA
A 3.5 mm (
1
/8")
external FM antenna
jack. See below.
75Ω FM ANTENNA connector
FM dipole antenna
(included)
Rear-panel input/outputs
The rear panel of your Acoustic Wave® music system II provides connections for external
equipment (Figure 16).
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Figure 16
Rear-panel connections
Connecting an external FM antenna
Figure 17
FM antenna connection
The Acoustic Wave® music system II includes a built-in telescoping FM antenna. If, after
adjusting the position of this antenna, you still experience poor reception, you may need to
use the external FM antenna included with your system.
To connect the external FM antenna:
1. Plu
g the 3.5 mm (
1
/8") plug of the FM antenna into the FM 75Ω ANTENNA connector as
shown in Figure 17.
2. Extend the ends of the antenna as far from the unit and other external equipment as
possible to establish optimum r
eception.
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Using headphones
HEADPHONES jack
HEADPHONES
cord
3.5 mm (1/8")
male stereo plug
Connecting Other Equipment
For private listening, you can connect headphones to your Acoustic Wave® music system II.
WARNING:
The high output volume level may cause hearing damage. Set the HEADPHONES JACK menu
option to
on page 20.
WARNING:
extreme volume when using headphones, especially for extended periods.
1. Plug your headphones cable into the HEADPHONES jack on
The speakers are automatically muted while headphones are connected.
2.
Check the volume level
on your head.
DO NOT use headphones if the HEADPHONES jack is set up to operate speakers.
HEADPHONES before plugging in your headphones. See “Changing system settings”
Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. It is best to avoid
the rear panel (Figure 18).
. You may want to lower the setting before
putting the headphones
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ess Volume
3. Pr
Figure 18
Headphones connection
Connecting external speakers
To add stereo sound to another area of your home, you can connect a powered stereo
speaker system to the HEADPHONES jack. The speaker system must have a volume control
and can be either AC- or battery-powered.
1. In t
2.
he setup menu, change the HEADPHONES JACK option from HEADPHONES to LINE
OUTPUT. See “Cha
Plug the end of the supplied audio cable that has
1
the 3.5 mm
(
HEADPHONES jack on the back of the Acoustic
®
music system II.
Wave
or to adjust the listening level of your headphones.
nging system settings” on page 20 for instructions.
/8") male stereo plug into the
3. Plug the other end of the cable into the input jacks
of the po
4. While operating the Acoustic Wave
• Adjust the volume level of the Acoustic W
wered speaker system.
®
music system II:
ave® music system II using its remote control.
• Adjust the volume level of the external speaker system using its
built-in volume control.
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Connecting Other Equipment
3.5 mm (
1
/8")
male stereo plug
• Dual RCA male to 3.5 mm (
1
/8") male
audio cable (supplied)
• Dual RCA male to Dual RCA male
audio cable (not supplied)
Connecting a recording device
To record audio programming from your system, you can connect a recording device to the
HEADPHONES jack.
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1. In the setup menu, change the HEADPHONES JACK option from HEADPHONES to LINE
OUTPUT. See “Cha
2.
Plug the end of the supplied audio cable that has
the 3.5 mm
HEADPHONES jack on the back of the Acoustic
Wave
3. Plug the other end of the cable into the recording
device.
Using the AUX IN input
When using a TV, VCR, computer, video game or MP3 player, you can enhance your listening
experience by playing the audio output of these devices through the AUX IN input on your
Acoustic Wave
Connecting the audio output of a device to your Acoustic Wave
the following types of stereo audio cables:
nging system settings” on page 20 for instructions.
1
(
/8") male stereo plug into the
®
music system II.
®
music system II.
®
music system II requires one of
To connect a device, like an MP3 player, to your music system:
1. Connect the dual RCA plugs of the appropriate stereo cable to the AUX IN connectors
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the audio output of the device.
3. Turn on the connected device, and then turn on your Acoustic Wave
4.
18
on the rear panel of your Acoustic Wave
Press AUX.
®
music system II (Figure 19).
®
music system II.
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Connecting Other Equipment
Stereo cable (not supplied)
AUX IN
connectors
MP3 player
Figure 19
Connecting an MP3 player
to the AUX IN connectors
5. Press and hold Volume or to adjust the volume level. VOLUME - 00 (silent) to 99
(loud) appears on the display to indicate the level. If the volume level
®
music system II cannot be adjusted high enough, increase the volume level of the
Wave
of your Acoustic
connected device.
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Connecting your Acoustic Wave® music system II to a Lifestyle® system
Your Acoustic Wave® music system II can be used as an expansion speaker for a Bose® linkenabled Lifestyle
a Bose link network using room code B. If room code B is already assigned to another Bose
link product in your home, you will need to change the room code in your music system (see
“Personalizing Your Acoustic Wave
set in your Acoustic Wave
remote used in the room.
Refer to your Lifestyle
You can purchase the required remote and cables on the Internet (www.bose.com), or by
phone. See the inside back
®
system. Your music system is shipped from the factory ready to operate in
®
®
music system II matches the room code set in the Lifestyle
®
system owner’s guide for more information.
Music System II” on page 20). Make sure the room code
cover for contact information.
®
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Personalizing Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
Play Mode – Options
Selects the setup menu
option you want to change.
Menu – Adjust
• Press and hold: Accesses the setup menu.
• Press: Changes the setting for the selected
option.
Factory settings
System settings were chosen at the factory to satisfy most owners of an Acoustic
Wave
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and personalize your system, use the system setup menu.
Changing system settings
To change system settings, perform the following steps. Refer to Figure 20 and the setup
menu table on page 21.
1. Press and hold Menu until –SETUP MENU–
®
music system II. However, if you wish to change any of the system settings
is displayed.
Figure 20
Controls used for changing
system settings
2. Press Options until the men
3. Press Adjust to chan
ge the value or selection.
u option you want to change is displayed.
4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 as necessary to make other changes.
5. Press any button other than Menu or Play Mode t
o exit the setup menu. If you don’t
press any button, the system automatically will exit the setup menu after 10 seconds.
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Personalizing Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
Setup menu
Menu Option Displayed name Choices* Description
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Headphones
jack
HEADPHONES JACK: HEADPHONES,
LINE OUTPUT
The HEADPHONES jack is set at the factory for connecting headphones to your system. You can connect
powered speakers to
this jack if you change the HEAD-
PHONES JACK option to LINE OUTPUT.
• HEADPHONES: provides a variable output and
mutes the syst
em speakers.
• LINE OUTPUT: provides a fixed output and does not
mute the system spea
kers.
For more information, see “Using headphones” and
“Connecting external speakers” on page 17, and “Connecting a recording device” on page 18.
Continuous Play CONTINUOUS PLAY: NO,
FM, AM, AUX Your Acoustic Wave
®
music system II has a continuous
play feature. When a CD stops playing, you can program
another source to automatically start playing.
Expansion Room ROOM SELECTION: B,
I, J, K, L, M, N,
C, D, E, F, G, H,
Sets the room code for your Acoustic Wave® music
O
system II when it is connected to a Lifestyle
through a Bose
For more information, see “Connecting your Acoustic
®
Wave
music system II to a Lifestyle® system” on
®
link network.
page 19.
System Reset RESET ALL: NO, YES Restores the system to factory sett
1. Change RESET ALL: NO to RESET ALL: YES.
2. While the message “PRESS 2 TO CONFIRM” is
the display, press the Preset 2 button.
ng on
blinki
3. After “RESET COMPLETE” appears on the display,
wait for the system to tur
n itself off (about 2 sec-
onds) and back on again.
ings.*
®
system
Note: Th
is function also returns FM and AM presets to
factory settings. If you have stored presets for your favorite
dio stations, you will need to enter them again after the
ra
system reset is completed.
*Factory settings are in bold type.
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Maintaining Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
Tab
+ Symbol
Cleaning
Use only a soft dry cloth to clean the enclosure of your Acoustic Wave® music system II. If
necessary, you may use a soft-bristled attachment to gently vacuum the front of the enclo-
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sure. Do not use any liquid cleaning solutions, solvents, chemicals, alcohol, ammonia, or
abrasives.
CAUTION: Do not allow liquids to spill into any openings in the enclosure. If liquids get into the
unit, turn it off immediately. Call Bose
service. See the list of phone numbers inside the back cover.
Replacing the remote control battery
Your remote control comes with the battery installed. When you need to replace an expired
battery, refer to the following steps.
1. Place the remote control face down on a flat surface.
2. Using your finger, push the tab lock to the side as shown and hold. Slide the battery
compartment open.
3. Keeping the remote control face down, insert the new battery into the compartment with
the + symbol facing up.
4. Gently slide the battery compartment closed. It locks automatically.
Figure 21
Battery removal and
installation
®
Customer Support as soon as possible to arrange for
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WARNING:
burn if mishandled. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212º F (100º C), 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 Duracell,
Eveready, Energizer, Maxell, Toshiba, or Shun Wo CR2032 or DL2032 3-volt lithium battery.
Keep the remote control battery away from children. It may cause a fire or chemical
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Maintaining Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
Troubleshooting
Problem What to do
System does not function • Make sure the power cord is fully plugged into both the system and a live electrical outlet.
• Make sure the system is fully plugged into a live AC or DC power source.
• (Europe only) If connected to an AC power source, make sure the AC power switch is in the on
position.
No sound • Turn up the volume.
• Press and release
• Remove the CD from the CD player and re-seat it.
• Check connections for an auxiliary source.
• Press
• Disconnect headphones.
FM reception is weak • If you are using the telescoping antenna, make sure it is fully extended.
• Try the external antenna included with your system. Refer to “Connecting an external FM
AM reception is weak • Adjust the internal antenna by rotating the unit slightly one way and then the other.
• Move the unit farther from a TV, refrigerator, fluorescent lamps, halogen lamps, dimmer switches,
• If neither suggestion works, you may be in an area of w
AUX to listen to an external source connected to the AUX IN input. Make sure the external
source is plugged in and turned on.
antenna” on page 16 for instructions.
or
other electronic
Mute until –MUTE– is not flashing in the display window.
equipment that generates electrical noise.
eak AM signal coverage.
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Remote control is inconsistent or does not work
Display window is blank • Make sure the system is plugged into a live AC or DC power
The display backlight does
not stay on
CD does not play • Check that the CD source is selected. The letters “CD” should appear in the upper left corner of
“NO DISC” appears on the
isplay
d
“DOOR OPEN” appears on
the display
• Operate the remote control closer to the unit.
• Be sure to aim the remote at the system when pressing a button.
• Check f
• Try the unit in a different location.
• Check that the remote control battery is installed properly. See “Replacing th
battery” on page 22.
• Replace the remote control battery. See “Replacing the remote control battery” on page 22.
• M
• (Europe only) If con
position.
• If the system is operating on DC power, the backlight is normally off. Press
button turns on the backlight only for a brief time.
the display. If not, press CD.
•
Check that the CD was loaded label-side up.
• Check that the disc surface is clean. If not, try cleaning it.
• Check that an audio CD was loaded, not a DVD.
• Try another disc.
• Open the CD compartment and make sure a CD was inserted label-side up.
• Make sure the CD compartment is closed.
or interference from room lighting, sunlight, or dust or dirt on lens.
source, and turned on.
ake sure the system is fully plugged into a live AC or DC power source.
nected to an AC power
source, make sure the AC power switch is in the on
e remote control
ing any control panel
“N O T PLAYABLE” appears
(bli
nking) on the display
“TRACK [track #] ERROR”
appears on the display
CD skips • Clean the CD.
• The CD format is n
• Ski
p to another track and press Play, or try another CD.
• Make sure the system is not getting bumped.
ot supported.
Move it if necessary.
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Maintaining Your Acoustic Wave® Music System II
Customer support
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Limited warranty
Technical information
If you lose your remote, additional remotes are available from Bose® Customer Support.
For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose Customer Support. See the phone
numbers listed inside the back cover of this guide.
You r A co us ti c Wa ve® music system II is covered by a limited transferable warranty. Details of
the limited warranty are provided on the product registration card that is included in the
carton. Please complete the information section on the car
so will not affect your limited warranty rights.
d and mail it to Bose.
Failure to do
AC power rating
USA/Canada: 120V~ 50/60Hz, 60W
International: 220-240V~ 50/60Hz, 60W
Dimensions
105/8"H x 18"W x 73/8"D (27cm x 45.7cm x 18.7cm)
Weight
14.5 lb (6.5 kg)
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Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA
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