Bose COMPANION 5 Owner Manual
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read this guide
Please take the time to follow the instructions in this guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your speaker
system properly. Please save this guide for future reference.
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WARNING:
WARNING:
shall not be placed on 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.
WARNING:
receptacle. Insert fully.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
regulatory compliance, and system performance.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
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.
To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the line cord plug to the wide slot of the AC (mains)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
Make no modifications to the system or accessories. Unauthorized alterations may compromise safety,
CAUTION:
using headphones, especially for extended periods.
This product conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and to the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC. The
complete Declaration of Conformity can be found on www.bose.com/static/compliance/index.html.
Notes:
• Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, such disconnect device shall remain
readily operable.
• This product must be used indoors. It is neither designed nor tested for use outdoors, in recreation vehicles, or on
boats.
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property of their respective owner’s.
Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. It is best to avoid extreme volume when
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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. For help
in solving problems, contact Bose Customer Service. Refer
to the address sheet included with the system.
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 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.
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 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.
• 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.
This product complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B
specifications.
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INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CONTENTS
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NTRODUCTION
SYSTEM SETUP
OPERATION
CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your Companion®5 multimedia speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Setup help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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SYSTEM SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
For your records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Placing your Companion
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5 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Positioning the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Positioning the Acoustimass
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module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Making system connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Windows
Mac OS
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XP audio setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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X audio setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
System modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Controlling the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Adjusting the bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting an audio device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
CARE AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cleaning your speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Product specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Computer system recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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INTRODUCTION
Your Companion!5 multimedia speaker system
Thank you for purchasing a Bose® Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system, which delivers
the superb acoustic performance needed to enjoy the full audio impact of music, movies,
games, and other entertainment sources from your computer.
INTRODUCTION
Setup help
Using TrueSpace
provide improved spaciousness, bold surround effects, and movie-like realism.
Your system includes:
• Two small, easy-to-place speakers on stands and an Acoustimass
• A USB cable to connect the system to your computer.
• A control pod that allows you to control system volume and connect headphones or portable audio players.
The setup instructions in this owner’s guide explain how your Companion 5 multimedia
speaker system easily connects to your computer.
If you need additional help, please visit http://owners.bose.com/Companion5 for more
information.
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digital surround signal processing technology, the small satellite speakers
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module.
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Unpacking
SYSTEM SETUP
Figure 1
Carton contents
Carefully unpack your system. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to
transport your system.
If any part of the system appears damaged, do not attempt to use it. Notify Bose or your
authorized Bose
sheet included in the carton.
Check to be sure your system includes the parts shown in Figure 1.
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dealer immediately. For Bose contact information, refer to the address
Left speaker
Control pod
Acoustimass® module
Power cord*
Right speaker
USB cable
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Rubber feet for
*The appropriate power cord for your region is included.
WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep plastic bags out of the reach of children.
Acoustimass module
For your records
Now is a good time to record the serial number of your new Companion® 5 system
here and on your product registration card. The serial number is located on the rear
of the Acoustimass module.
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.
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YSTEM SETUP
Placing your Companion® 5 system
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Figure 2
Typical system setup
SYSTEM SETUP
For optimal performance, use the following guidelines to choose locations and positions for
the Acoustimass
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module, speakers, and the control pod. Refer to Figure 2, which shows a
typical system setup.
Left (L) speaker
24 in (61 cm)
maximum
Right (R) speaker
Control pod
Acoustimass module
Positioning the speakers
Proper positioning of the speakers will allow you to experience the audio surround effects
that your Companion
• Place the left and right speaker to the left and right of your computer monitor at about an
arm’s length away from where you are seated (Figure 2). The bead on each speaker cord is
marked L (left) or R (right) to identify left/right placement.
• For optimum performance, position each speaker the same distance from you, and no
more than 24 inches (61 cm) apart.
• Aim both speakers straight ahead. Do not angle them inward or outward.
• Keep the speakers away from adjacent large objects or cabinet surfaces. For example, if
your computer desk includes a hutch, keep the outside edge of each speaker at least six
inches away from any adjacent surface. Avoid placing the speakers inside cubby holes.
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5 multimedia speaker system is designed to deliver.
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YSTEM SETUP
Positioning the Acoustimass® module
The Acoustimass® module is designed to be the unseen part of the speaker system. For
example, you can place it under your computer table or desk.
• Put one rubber foot on each corner of the !
bottom panel of the module.
• Stand the module on its feet on a flat surface.
• DO NOT BLOCK the front grille of the module.
• DO NOT lay the module on its side or stand it
upside down.
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• DO NOT put any objects or equipment behind
it or beside it that may block the ventilation
openings at the rear of the module. Adequate
ventilation is necessary to prevent the module
from overheating.
• Place the module at least 6 inches (15 cm)
away from the computer and computer monitor
to prevent the module from interfering with your
computer system.
• Keep the module away from heat sources such as radiators, baseboards, or quartz
heaters.
• Make sure the power cord can reach an AC (mains) outlet and the USB cable can reach
the USB connection on your computer.
CAUTION:
within 6 inches (15 cm) of the Acoustimass module. The magnetic field produced by this module
can erase magnetic media and interfere with the monitor.
Do not place computer monitors, floppy disks, hard drives, or other magnetic media
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YSTEM SETUP
Making system connections
The following steps and Figure 3 tell you how to make the system connections.
Before you start:
• Please read the entire setup procedure.
• Make sure your computer is on and the operating system is running.
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• IMPORTANT: Close all other software applications.
1. Insert the red plug on the right (R) speaker cable into the R jack and insert the white plug
on the left (L) speaker cable into the L jack. The R and L marks on the plugs must face up
for each plug to fit correctly into its respective jack.
2. Plug the control pod cable into the Control Pod jack.
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Figure 3
Connection overview
3. Plug one end of the power cord into the AC Input jack on the rear panel of the Acousti-
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mass
module. Plug the other end into an AC (mains) outlet.
4. Plug the appropriate end of the USB cable (supplied) into the To Computer jack on the
Acoustimass module. Plug the other end into a USB jack on your computer.
IMPORTANT: For optimum performance, connect the USB cable directly to a
USB jack on your computer rather than connecting through a USB hub.
5. For Windows
For Mac OS
Note:
Make sure all cable plugs are fully inserted into their respective jacks.
Right(R) speaker
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XP computers, go to “Windows® XP audio setup” on page 9.
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X computers, go to “Mac OS® X audio setup” on page 11.
Left (L) speaker
Acoustimass module rear panel
Computer USB
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4
Control
3
Note:
The Companion® 5 system does not have an AC power switch. The system turns on in
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pod
Standby mode when you plug in the power cord. See “System modes” on page 13.
Note:
Bose recommends using a safety agency-approved surge protector on all electronic
equipment. Voltage variations and spikes 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.
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Windows® XP audio setup
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YSTEM SETUP
Figure 4
“Found New Hardware”
typical message sequence
IMPORTANT!
Do not unplug any cables during this setup procedure.
For additional help with your audio setup, please visit
http://owners.bose.com/Companion5.
1. After plugging in the USB cable, wait for a series of “Found New Hardware” messages to
appear on your computer screen (Figure 4) (this takes about 30 seconds). If any other
messages appear that interrupt this setup process, refer to “Troubleshooting” on
page 16.
Note:
If you do not see these messages, the capability to display them may be disabled in your
computer. Wait two minutes before proceeding to the next step.
Start
SYSTEM SETUP
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2. In the Windows XP Control Panel, open Sounds and Audio Devices
Properties (Figure 5).
3. Under the Volume tab, verify that Bose USB Audio is the connected USB device.
4. Under Speaker settings, click the Advanced button to open Advanced Audio
Properties.
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Figure 5
Sounds and Audio Devices
Properties and Advanced
Audio Properties
5. In the Speaker setup drop list, select 5.1 surround sound speakers.
6. Click Apply and then OK.
Your Companion
Note:
If you remove the USB connection to your Companion 5 system and plug it in again later,
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5 multimedia speaker system is now ready to use.
perform this procedure again to check the settings.
Connected USB device
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Setting for the Companion 5 system
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Mac OS® X audio setup
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YSTEM SETUP
Figure 6
Mac OS® X sound
preferences
IMPORTANT!
Do not unplug any cables during this setup procedure.
For additional help with your audio setup, please visit
http://owners.bose.com/Companion5.
1. In the System Preferences, open the Sound control panel (Figure 6).
2. Choose Bose USB Audio for sound output and close the control panel.
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Figure 7
Audio MIDI Setup control
panel
3. In the Applications folder on your hard drive, open the Utilities folder.
4. Open the Audio MIDI Setup control panel (Figure 7).
5. Select Bose USB Audio for Properties For, Default Output, and System Output.
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YSTEM SETUP
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Figure 8
Speaker selection control
panel
6. Click the Configure Speakers button to open the speaker selection control !
panel (Figure 8).
7. Select Multichannel, click Apply, and then click Done.
8. Close all control panels.
Your Companion
Note:
If you remove the USB connection to your Companion 5 system and plug it in again later,
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5 multimedia speaker system is now ready to use.
perform this procedure again to check the settings.
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System modes
OPERATION
There are three system modes. Each system mode is identified by the color of the mode indicator on the control pod (Figure 9):
• Muted (Amber): The system speakers are silenced. You hear no audio from the computer
or any connected source. This mode is automatically selected when you connect headphones to the control pod.
• Active (Green): You hear the active sound source from the system speakers. The position
of the volume control ring sets the volume level.
• Standby (Red): The system is in an energy-saving mode. When both the USB connection
from your computer and the input signal of a connected audio source are inactive for several minutes, the system mutes the speakers and switches to Standby. The system returns
to the Muted mode when the USB connection becomes active again.
Touch the top center of the control pod to switch between the Muted and Active mode,
except when headphones are connected. Plugging in headphones always puts the system in
Muted Mode until they are removed.
OPERATION
Figure 9
System controls and mode
indicator
Mode switch!
(touch-sensitive)
Volume control ring
IMPORTANT!
• The Companion
without any additional audio effects. Make sure you disable any audio effects
settings and close any effects applications running on your computer.
• Make sure the settings in your software application are correct for 5.1 surround
sound.
Controlling the volume
The volume control ring on the control pod (Figure 9) is the master volume control for any
audio coming from your computer or a device connected to the input jack. Rotate the ring
clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease it.
To set the volume level
To properly set the volume level, you need to adjust both the volume level of the source (your
PC or a connected source) and the Companion 5 system:
1. Set the Companion 5 system volume to minimum.
2. Set the source volume near maximum.
3. Start playing music.
4. Slowly increase the volume on the Companion 5 system control pod until the sound
reaches a comfortable level.
Mode indicator
• Amber = Muted mode
• Green = Active mode
• Red = Standby mode
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5 multimedia speaker system is designed to perform at its best
To mute the system
To silence the system, touch the mode switch on the control pod (indicator glows Amber).
Touch it again to unmute (indicator glows Green).
Note:
The system output may be reduced by an internal protection feature if you play music at
full volume for a long period of time.
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PERATION
Adjusting the bass
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Figure 10
Bass compensation control
OPERATION
After listening to your speaker system, you may wish to adjust the sound. Use the bass !
compensation control (Figure 10) on the Acoustimass
Acoustimass rear
panel
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module.
Bass compensation:
! to increase bass (+)
•
•
" to decrease bass (–)
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Connecting headphones
CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES
To connect headphones, plug the headphones cord into the 3.5-mm stereo headphones
jack on the side of the control pod (Figure 11).
• Plugging in headphones automatically mutes the system speakers.
• After disconnecting headphones, touch the mode switch to hear sound from the speakers
again.
• To adjust the volume level, use the volume control ring on the control pod.
Figure 11
Control pod connectors
Headphones output jack Audio input jack
Connecting an audio device
To connect an audio device such as a CD/MP3 player, plug the audio cable from the
device into the 3.5-mm stereo input jack on the control pod.
To adjust the volume level, turn up the volume on the audio device and use the volume
control ring on the control pod.
Note:
When listening to a connected audio device, alerts and sounds from your computer are
mixed with the sound from the audio device. You may need to adjust the volume control ring and
the volume levels in your computer and the connected device to hear both sources at your
preferred levels.
CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES
Mode switch
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