Bose FreeSpace 6 Installer's Manual
The Bose® FreeSpace® 6 Business Music System
Installer’s Guide
May 7, 2002
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Bose Corporation
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Safety
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this system to water or moisture.
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
Check local regulations before installing or wiring the Bose® FreeSpace® 6 business music system. The building code
may require professional installation by a skilled technician or licensed contractor. Regional or electrical codes may
require similar qualifications for wiring the system.
CAUTION
The Bose FreeSpace business music system is an electrical appliance. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not
disassemble any of its parts. They are not user-serviceable. Dangerous electrical shock may result if unqualified
personnel attempt repair. Refer to Bose authorized service personnel for servicing.
The CAUTION marks shown here also appear on the FreeSpace 6 system electronics.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, warns users that uninsulated
dangerous voltage is within the enclosure. The voltage may be sufficient to cause electrical shock.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, tells users there are important operating instructions in
this guide.
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Safety
Safety Information
Please read this safety information before connecting or operating the Bose® FreeSpace® 6 business music system.
Installation and adjustments should be performed by a competent technician.
1.1 Read the Instructions – Read and keep all safety and operating instructions for future reference.
1.2 Follow Cautions – Follow the warnings in this guide and on the system.
1.3 Avoid Moisture – Never expose the system to water or excessive humidity. Do not install near swimming pools,
spas, dish washing or laundry equipment, in cooking areas, or in other excessively humid environments. Avoid
installing outdoors.
1.4 Avoid Heat – Do not use the system near sources of excessive heat such as radiators, heat registers, flood
lamps, spotlights, kitchen equipment, or other appliances.
1.5 Protect Cables – Always put system cables where heavy or sharp objects cannot pinch or cut them.
1.6 Cover the System Electronics – Make sure the cover is on the system electronics before you use this system.
1.7 Connect the Ground Wire – Connect the ground pin (if there is one) on the power cord properly to the ground
on the power outlet.
1.8 Follow the Mounting Guidelines – Mount the system parts to walls or ceilings only as described in this guide.
Failure to do so may cause permanent damage to the system or physical injury to anyone near it.
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1.9 Ventilate the System Electronics – Do not install the system electronics in a built-in rack or bookshelf without
proper ventilation.
1.10 If Damage Occurs – Service by qualified service personnel when:
A. Liquid spills or objects fall into any part of the system;
B. Any part of the system does not operate normally after following instructions in this guide;
C. Any part of the system is damaged; or
D. Any part of the system exhibits a distinct change in performance.
1.11 Safety Check – After service or repairs, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
system is still in proper operating condition. This includes confirming that the AC mains ground wire is operating
properly .
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Contents
Safety ......................................................................................................... 2
Introduction ................................................................................................ 6
Product Contents ....................................................................................... 7
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1.0 System Placement ............................................................................... 8
1.1 System electronics ............................................................................................... 8
1.2 Remote control ..................................................................................................... 9
1.3 Loudspeakers ....................................................................................................... 9
1.3.1 Clearance ..................................................................................................... 9
1.3.2 Flush-mount loudspeaker placement ........................................................ 10
1.3.3 Surface-mount loudspeaker placement ....................................................13
1.4 Ceiling types ....................................................................................................... 14
2.0 Installation .......................................................................................... 15
2.1 Ceiling pans ........................................................................................................ 15
2.1.1 Loudspeaker installation in a ceiling tile .................................................... 17
2.1.2 Loudspeaker installation in a structural ceiling .......................................... 16
2.2 Flush-mount loudspeaker enclosures................................................................. 17
2.3 Electrical connections ......................................................................................... 18
2.3.1 Wire protection........................................................................................... 18
2.3.2 Wire preparation......................................................................................... 18
2.3.3 Wire connections ....................................................................................... 18
2.3.4 Rotation feature ......................................................................................... 19
2.4 Installing the flush-mount loudspeaker grille ...................................................... 20
2.5 Removing installed flush-mount loudspeakers ................................................... 20
2.6 Installing a surface-mount loudspeaker .............................................................. 21
2.7 Removing a surface-mount loudspeaker ............................................................ 22
2.8 Electronic system card........................................................................................ 22
2.9 Mounting system electronics .............................................................................. 23
2.9.1 Wall mounting ............................................................................................ 23
2.9.2 Shelf mounting ........................................................................................... 23
2.9.3 Connections ............................................................................................... 24
3.0 System Setup..................................................................................... 26
3.1 Power on/off .......................................................................................................27
3.2 Opti-voice® compressor .................................................................................... 27
3.3 Music compressor .............................................................................................. 27
3.4 Setting levels .......................................................................................................27
3.4.1 Music sources ............................................................................................ 27
3.4.2 Paging source ............................................................................................28
3.4.3 Page/music balance ..................................................................................29
3.5 Monaural installations .........................................................................................29
3.6 Dual zone, single source system ........................................................................ 30
3.6.1 L zone trim (block 13)................................................................................. 30
3.7 Page enable (block 5) .........................................................................................30
3.8 Loudspeaker equalization switch and the bass
and treble controls (block 12) ............................................................................ 30
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Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 31
Electrical specifications ........................................................................... 33
System electronics........................................................................................................... 33
Mechanical specifications ........................................................................ 33
System electronics........................................................................................................... 33
Flush-mount loudspeakers .............................................................................................. 33
Surface-mount loudspeakers ..........................................................................................33
Acoustic specifications ............................................................................ 34
Flush-mount loudspeakers .............................................................................................. 34
Surface-mount loudspeakers ..........................................................................................34
Bose® Corporation .................................................................................. inside back cover
Please read this guide
Installing and operating the Bose® FreeSpace® 6 business music system is significantly
different from conventional systems. Please read this guide thoroughly.
Contents
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Intended Audience
This guide has been written for the professional installer of music systems or a licensed electrician.
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Introduction
This FreeSpace® 6 business music system installer’s guide consists of the following sections:
System Placement This section aids you in determining where to place the loud-
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speakers, the remote control unit, and the system electronics.
System Installation This section explains how to assemble and install the flush-
mount loudspeakers, the surface-mount loudspeakers,
the system electronics, and the remote control unit.
System Setup This section explains how to set the different zones on the
FreeSpace 6 system. A troubleshooting table and the product
specifications are included at the end of this section.
The following additional information is available free upon request. Bose® can either fax it or mail it to you. Just
call 1-800-996-2673 (in the United States and Canada) or your local Bose distributor and request the information
by name and part number.
Balanced and Unbalanced This five-sheet packet offers guidelines for wiring to and from
Source Terminals (PN183072) the system electronics and has many illustrations showing the
correct wiring configurations for balanced and unbalanced
setups.
Loudspeaker Painting (PN183073) This two-sheet packet contains a recipe for mixing paint and
instructions for applying that paint to the grille and rim of the
flush-mount loudspeakers.
Radio Frequency Interference This sheet suggests ways to determine the source of the
and Hum (PN183074) interference and ways to correct it.
System Components (PN183076) This four-sheet packet explains the 13 zones in the FreeSpace 6
business music system. It also offers information on how to
choose a microphone.
Wire Considerations (PN183078) This sheet discusses the recommended class of wire to use per
UL and CSA standards.
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Product Contents
If any part appears damaged, do not install or operate the system. Repack and immediately contact Bose® Service or
your authorized Bose Professional Products dealer.
Note:
Save the cartons and packing materials for use in the event the system must be moved.
(1) Documentation
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(1) Power cord
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(8) Quick connectors
factory installed
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(1) Remote control
(4) Loudspeakers
(1) System electronics
OR
(4) Mounting
brackets
(4) Loudspeaker
grilles
(8) Knobs
(8) Springs
(4) Ceiling
pans
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(4) Loudspeakers
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1.0 System Placement
1.1 System electronics
Note: Do not mount the system electronics within a plenum space or any place it cannot be seen during operation.
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Be sure the electrical system the FreeSpace® 6 system will be connected to has the correct voltage, frequency,
power cord, and agency approvals for the area. In North America, the system should have UL listing or CSA certification labeling.
The system electronics can be mounted on a wall or placed on a shelf.
• Wall construction and material must be sturdy enough to support the system electronics weight of 11 lb (5 kg).
Bose® is not responsible for system electronics mounted in or on unsuitable surfaces.
• Be sure the selected spot is safe for drilling. Avoid surfaces that could conceal hazards like electrical conduits or
plumbing.
• Do not put the system electronics directly above intense heat sources such as radiators, space heaters, or other
amplification equipment.
• Do not put the system electronics in environments with temperatures exceeding 100°F (40°C).
If the system electronics is in an enclosed space, allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) clearance on the top and the sides. If
the system electronics is on an open surface, keep the cooling slots unobstructed.
Discuss the placement of the system electronics and the remote control with the business owner. It should be placed
where it is easily accessible by business personnel, but not accessible by patrons.
Warranty
Bose® warrants the FreeSpace® 6 business music system with a 5-year, transferable, limited warranty. For more
information, please read the warranty card.
Service
If you have problems with your Bose FreeSpace 6 business music system, contact your authorized Bose Professional Products Dealer. The dealer will verify any defects and arrange for service by a factory authorized Bose service
agency, or by Bose Corporation.
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≥2 inch
(50.8 mm)
all sides
≥2 inch
(50.8 mm)
all sides
1.0 System Placement
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≤1 inch
(25.4 mm)
≤1 inch
(25.4 mm)
The front edge should be no more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) from the opening. Leave the opening uncovered.
Note: Do not place anything in the space that blocks the ventilation slots or adds heat.
1.2 Remote control
The remote control should be wall mounted in an electrical box (not included) similar to a light-switch electrical box.
Install the control where day-to-day adjustments will be easy to make.
1.3 Loudspeakers
The loudspeakers can be mounted to most fixed or suspended ceilings or walls strong enough to support the
combined weight of the hardware and loudspeakers. Bose® will not be responsible for brackets or loudspeakers
mounted in unsuitable places.
Permanent ceilings (gypsum board or plaster) may conceal electrical conduits or other hazards. Check for these
hazards before cutting mounting holes, especially if using power equipment.
These loudspeakers are UL listed as vandal resistant and will resist malicious damage from a sharp object.
However, they can be removed, or damaged with blows from a heavy object. If vandalism is a concern,
consider mounting the loudspeakers out of reach.
1.3.1 Clearance
Allow enough clearance for both the depth of the ceiling loudspeaker and the wire from the electrical fitting. To
decrease this distance, an angled electrical fitting may have to be used if flexible metallic conduit or flexible metallic
tubing is used.
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1.3.2 Flush-mount loudspeaker placement
It is important to take a few minutes before installing the system to determine loudspeaker placement. The placement
of these loudspeakers is dependent upon the following factors:
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• Ceiling height
• Listener ear height
• Desired smoothness of coverage
• Ceiling type (see Section 1.4)
Proper loudspeaker placement provides enjoyable sound no matter where you are in the area. Follow these steps to
determine the proper loudspeaker placement locations.
1. Begin by estimating the maximum ear height of the listener. For example, in a retail environment, patrons will most
likely be standing. Maximum ear height in this case will probably be about 6 feet. In a restaurant, patrons will be
seated and ear height may be 4 feet.
Note: The shorter the ear height, the broader the sound beam area. This means that the loudspeakers are placed
farther apart. Conversely, the higher the ear height, the narrower the sound beam area. The loudspeakers are placed
closer together.
Beamwidth
loudspeaker
height (H)
Ear
height
2. Create a floor plan sketch of the installation site. Use the following formulas and table to determine loudspeaker
placement.
Use this formula to determine loudspeaker beamwidth height (H).
ceiling height - ear height = loudspeaker beamwidth height (H)
In this example, the room is 36 feet (11 m) x 36 feet (11 m) with a 10 foot (3 m) ceiling.
10 feet (3 m) - 4 feet (1.2 m) = 6 feet (1.8 m)
Ceiling
height
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Use the following table to help calculate the ideal starting distance from adjacent walls and the distance between
each adjacent loudspeaker. Multiplier A is for vertical and horizontal spacing. In order to cover a large area, wider
variances in coverage may be acceptable. For our example, a direct field variance of ±6.0dB is desired. That corre-
sponds to a multiplier of 3.0.
Multipliers for FreeSpace
more than ±3dB of reverberant field coverage, the industry standard.
Calculate the loudspeaker placement for this installation.
For placement of loudspeakers from a wall, multiply 1/2A x H. In our example, 1.5 x 6 feet = 9 feet.
For placement of loudspeakers from each other, multiply A x H. In our example, 3 x 6 feet = 18 feet.
So in our example, the loudspeakers will be placed at the 9 foot mark from each wall. This gives an 18 foot distance
between each loudspeaker. Be aware that not all installations will lend themselves easily to the formulas but the
formulas can be a great aid in determining loudspeaker placement. Your experience and judgement will be an
invaluable asset in determining loudspeaker placement.
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6 loudspeaker spacings are shown up to ±6dB direct field coverage. This spacing yields no
Direct Field Variance ±1.5dB ±3.0dB ±6.0dB
Multiplier A 2.0 2.3 3.0
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Note: The loudspeaker layout should be centered in the room so the distance between the loudspeakers at the edge
of the layout and the perimeter walls is fairly uniform. If necessary, shift the entire loudspeaker layout to ensure a
consistent border. DO NOT install loudspeakers less than 31/2 feet (1 meter) from any wall. Doing so causes a reduction in bass due to the proximity of the wall.
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The following chart and illustrations are examples of room sizes and shapes where the FreeSpace® 6 business music
system works effectively.
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If your room And this And this And has Will
is this long… wide… high… this volume… FreeSpace 6
(feet/meters) (feet/meters) (feet/meters) (feet3 /meters3 ) be effective?
30/9 30/9 9/2.5 8,100/200 Yes
36/11 36/11 10/3 12,960/363 Yes
40/12 40/12 12/4 19,200/576 Yes
30/9 60/18 20/6 36,000/972 No*
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70/22 100/30 12/4 84,000/2310 No*
* This room is too large for the FreeSpace 6 system to be effective. The maximum room size for the FreeSpace 6 system is
20,000 ft
Bose system for the requirements.
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Even coverage can be achieved with this room size. However, sound pressure will be lower.
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(570 m3 ). If the room is larger than 20,000 ft3 (570 m3), we suggest talking to a Bose® representative to determine the best
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A X H
Note: It is illegal to mount the system electronics within a plenum space or any place you cannot see the system
A X H
during operation.
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