Bose SE-5 User Manual

The Bose" Acoustimass® SE-5
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System
Owne r’ s Gui de
Before You Begin ...
We would like lo thank you for purchasing ihe Bose' AcouSimass - SE-5 speaker system. This product combines iwo Bose technologies to create a versatile ^siem that wilt allow you to experience the full realism and impact available trom the most demanding sound sources. irKluding com pact discs. Patented Acoustimass speaker technology otters ihe benelits ol purer sound and virtual invisihility, while
Direct/Retlecting' speaker design allows you lo hear full balanced stereo throughout your listening room. We are confident that these advanced technologies and the quality construction of the SE-5 system vrill provide you v/ilh many years ol Irouble-lree listening pleasure.
The operating principles and wiring contiguration of the SE-5 system are signiiicanily difterent from those ol conventional speakers. This not only allows the SE-5 system lo provide you with great sound, but also oilers placement flexibility not available from conventional speakers. For best results, and easy installation, please take Ihe lime to read this own er's guide
Please Note: The Acoustimass speaker technology used in the SE-5 system signi(ic3nfiyK<S\ice$ audible distortion. Because oi this, you may be less likely to notice the distinc tive distorted sounds produced v/hen a speaker is driven beyond its limits. Exercise caution when playing the SE-5 system at high volume levels.
Unpacking the SE-'S System
Alter opening Ihe carton, remove all packing material and caretuliy lift out the components ol the SE-5 system. Save all Ihe cartons and packing material in case the system needs to be transported at a later time. If any of the components appear damaged, do not attempt lo use the system Instead, ropack the system in its original canon and notily your authorized Bose dealer immediately.
Setting Up the System
Before you can install and adjust the ^stem's components, lake a minute to famiiiariK yourselt with them, 'ibur system should include:
2 Stereo largeiing^ arrays
1 Acoustimass' module (the larger black cabinet)
4 wires
The SE-5 system oilers many advantages not available Irom
a conventkir^al speaker system, among them, remarkable freedom of placement. Acoustimass speaker technology allows you lo place the Acoustimass module almost any­v/here. even under furniture. The compact Stereo Targeting arrays can also be positioned in your listening mom wher ever they create the best balance ol higher frequency sound. Below are some guidelines lor setting up your system.
A. Seieci the locaiion wtiere you intend to place Ihe tell and
right Stereo Targeting arrays. Note lhal wires from the arrays connect to the Acoustimass module, so you should locate the Stereo Targeting arrays so lhal the wires will reach the location you have chosen lor the
module. Note: White Ihe wires provided are adequate lor most instal lations, you may increase the distance between the Stereo Targeting' arrays and the Acoustimass module by splicing in additional wire, tl you do so, use similar gauge (16 or 18 gauge) or thicker vnre, and make sure you maintain the cor rect phase (" -r- ’’ lo “ ’ and " to “ -"). and properly con nect the wires.
6. Position the Stereo Targeting - arrays vnth your audio or video system to suit your musical taste and location preferences. In average si¿ed listening rooms, the best slereophortic effects result when the left and right Stereo Targeting arrays are spaced 6 to 12 leet apart (appmxi-
maieiy 1.8-3.6 m). However, you can slill achieve excel' kit results with separation as great as 15 feel ppproximalely 4.5 m).
Note: For video applications, separation will vary to allov/ the Stereo Targeting • arrays lo be located on each side of a TV or monitor. For more information on video applications, see Part Dot this section.
C. The Acou^imass' module can be located virtually any
where in your listening room (Figure 1)in either a vertical or horizontal position. Its unique Acoustimass speaker technology delivers room filling bassirom almost any where. Feel tree to hide the Acoustimass module under a bed or table, or even behind a sofa. JusI remember not to block the two round openings in the end of the unit. \bu should allow at least 2 inches (approximately 5 cm) of open space between these openings and the v/all or olher surface.
Unlike conveniional itoorsianding or bookshelf speakers, you can line lune the bass response oi your SE-6 system wilhoul compromising accurate stereo imaging. Just change the location ol the Acoustimass module within your listening room. For typical listening environments, positioning the module along a v/all 3 lo 5 leet (appmxi­mately 1 to 1.5 meters) Imm a corner provides a normal balance of frequencies from your SE-5 system. Moving the module closer lo the walls andfor corners ol your room will increase bass response, while moving il lov/ard the center of your mom will decrease it. In most rooms, it should be reasonably easy to choose a location which is convenient, yet provides fusing bass response.
|ie Stereo Targeting arrays ol your S€-5 system are mag
Iriicaiiy shielded for use with video systems. This allovrs you to position the arrays close lo your TV or monitor without adversely alfecling the picluie quality (as hap pens with conveniional. nonshi^ded speakers). Refer loFrgure2.
Note: The Acou^imass module itsell is nol magnetically shielded and should be placed at least three leet away from your monitor lo avoid inierlerence.
Connecting the SE-5 System to Your Stereo
Caution: Before attempting to connect the SE-5 system, unplug your receiver or amplifier from the wall outlet.
Note: While the SE-5 astern is rated at 6 ohms the
speaker’s impedance actually averages helween 6 and 9
ohms over most of its operating range.
A. Locale the wires which were packed with the system. Vbu
will lind four identical sets. Two sets connect the Stereo Targeting arr^s lo the Acoustimass module, v/hile the other two sets connect the Acoustimass module to your receiver or amplilier.
B. Examine the ends of the wires. For each set. one wire
will have a red marker. For each connection you make, always connect the wire with the red marker to the "-I-'terminal.
¡Locale the terminals on the rear o< the left Stereo Target­"itj array. Depress the red +") lab. insert the lead wiih
Ihc red mark^ (Figure 3). and release Ihe tab. The lead Should be held snugly in place by the terminal. Repeat
the process for the black terminal and the other lead.
0. Locale lhe lerminals marked “OUTPUTS TO STEREO TARGETING ' ARRAYS' ûfi the rear of the Acousllmass module (Figure 4). Connect the other end of wires from the left Stereo Targeting array to the pair of terminals marted “L*. Make sure that the lead v/rth the red marker is connected to the “+and the other lead to the " terminal.
E. Repeat steps C and Dior the right array. F. Loc^e the left channel terminals on the Acoustimass '
module marked "INPUTS FROM AMP OR RECEIVER:' Depress the red ("+tah, insert the lead with Ihe red marker, and release the lab. Repeat the process for the black terminal and the other lead.
G Locale the speaker outputs on your amplifier or recetver.
Connect Ihe other ends of the wire from the left channel of the Acoustimass module to the terminals marked "L*
Figure 3. Property connecting wires (0 a terminal
or "LEFT." Make sure that the lead with the red marker is connected to the '+" and the other lead is connected to the "-"terminal.
H. Repeat steps F and G for the right channel.
1. Before you plug in your recerver or amplifier, make sure lhal no strands of wire from any terminal are brushing against any other terminal. Such “bridged” wires create short circuits which can damage your re> ceiveroramplifer
J. Plug in your receiver, turn on your system, and enjoy
your music!
Checking the System
Once you have begun listening to your SE-5 system, Ihe following test will hdp you make sure that Ihe system is working properly;
A. Turn the balance control on your receiver or amplifier
completety to the lelt. II you have connected the Stereo Targeting • arrays properly, you vM hear music from the left array, but not the right one.
6. Next, turn the balance control completely to the tight. If your ^stem is connected properly, you will now hear music from the right Stereo Targeting array, but not the left one.
C. Return the balance control to the center position. Play a
selection with good, deep bass, and listen to the music. Nov< turn the balance control all the way to the left and listen, and then turn the balance all the way to the right and listen. It the system is connected properly, (he center position should exhibit the same or greater bass response than either the left-only or right-only position. II it exhibits less, then your speakers are v/ired out oi phase. Check to make sure that your recerver or amp is property connected to the module.
0. Return the balance control to ihe center position.
If your system does not appear to be working property, refer to ihe section entitled "In Case Ybu Have a Problem!'
Figure 4. Connocling Ihe components ol the astern to your ampkiier or receiver
STEREO TARGETWtr^ ARRAYS
ACOUSTIMASS'"
MODULE
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223 COD
AMPLIFIER OR RECEIVER
Using the SE-5 System
Once your S£-5 astern is set up and connected properly, it will require very little attention. Ho’wever, observing the following guidelines will help you g^ the mo^ from your investment.
A. Fusing-Vbur Bose ■ SE-5 system incorporates auto
matic protection circuitry, which guards against most types o( electrical stress. However, any speaker can be damaged if the amplifier driving it should fail. Fusing will provide additional protection from amptifier failure, and is not required but is recommended for maximum protection.
1. Insert a fuse holder “inline" bcivnjcn the' +" termi nal of (he lelt input on the Acoustimass'^ module and the * -f ” terminal of the left output on your receiver or amptifier (Figure 5).
2. Repeat Step 1 for the right channel.
3. Insert loses into the fuse holders; the losing protec tion ^stem is complete. A З атрете, last bIchY AGC Series or Littelluse AG Series tuse is recommended.
A lose kit containing fuses and holders is available
the Bose Customer Service Department tor $7.50. Call
^■8797330 and ask tor Part No. 108938-2 (USA only)
o^onsutt your distributor.
6. Room Acoustics -As with any speaker system, the acoustics (sound properties) ol your listening room can ailect the overall sound quality ol your SE-5 system. The following tips will give you some control over the ^s­tern’s sound:
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1. Rooms with a lot ol sound-absorbing furnishings, such as stuffed furniture, wall-to-wall carpet, or heav7 drapes, may reduce the treble sound (high frequen cies) ol your SE-5 system. The missing treble sound can be restored by slightly turning up the treble con trol on your amplifier or receiver. If convenient, you may instead remove some ol the sound-absorbing furni^ings.
2. Rooms with too few sound-absorbing furnishings, especially those with bare floors and walls, may sound overly shrili or ‘bright' because ol too much treble. Turning down the treble control or adding sound absorbers such as throw carpets or drapes will usually solve this problem.
3. It your system seems to have too much or too little bass (low frequencies), you can adjust it using the bass control on your amplifier or receiver. As described previously, you may also move (he Acousli-
mass^ module closer to a wall and/or corner to increase bass, or closer to the center of the room to decrease it.
In general, many problems wilh acoustrcs can be solved by the judicious use of your lone controls. Remember, though, that the use of these controls (especially when turned all the way up) may pul greater povrer demands on your receiver or amplifier. Excessive tone control use can cause an amplifier or receiver to run out of power and distort, potentially damaging your system.
5. External signal processors($uch as graphic and parametric equalizers), while not recommended, can be used with your SE-5 system if a greater degree of acoustic control is desired. Consult your Bose^’dealer for advice.
C. Maintenance The cabinets of your SE-6 system can
be easily cleaned with a damp cloth and. if necessary, a mild detergent such as dish soap. Do not allCAv liquids to spill through the grille assemblies of the Stereo Targeting'­arrays, or in any v/ay attempt to enter the Acoustimass^^^ module.
Do not attempt to clean your SE-5 system with any sol vents or chemicals.
The grille assemblies on Ihe Siereo Targeting-’ arrays may be carelulty vacuu med if necessary. Please note that the drivers are located directly behind the grille ctoih. and are easily damaged if reasonable care is not taken. Avoid applying any pressure with the vacuum nozzle.
Figure 5. When lusmg your speakers, insert Ihe luse holdet between the' lerminais of Ihe Acouslimass^' module and the speaker terminals ol your ampliner or receiver.
In Case You Have a Problem
If you hâve a problem connecting and using your S£-5 sys tem. try the procedures listed below. The majority ol prob lems usually occur in components other than the speakers.
Problem:
Solution:
The lelt Stereo Targeting" array doesn't play or sounds distorted.
The nght Stereo Targetingf ' array doesn’t play or sounds distorted.
The whole SE-5 speaker system does not play or sounds distorted.
Turn oil the amplifier or recerver. Check lhewiringwhid|^ connects the Stereo '^rgeting array to the Acousiimass ' module, and the wiring v/hich connects the module to the
amplifier or receiver. II no visible problem is found, discon
nect the vrires at the back ol the amplifier or receiver. Now connect Ihe lelt wires from Ihe module to the right amplilier terminals. Turn the balance control on the receiver or ampli lier complelety to the right, and turn the power on. If the lelt
Stereo Targeting array now works property, the left channel
of your amplifier or receiver is probably (Meclive.
CAUTION: Do not connect the other Stereo Targeting
array to the channel in question. If the amplifier or
receiver channel is defective, damage to your SE-5
system might occur.
CAUTION: Never conned a Stereo Targeting array
<//rec//ytoareceiver/amplifier'$speakerterminals.
Use Ihe same procedure as given for the lelt Stereo
Targeting array, but substitute the words "lett" lor "right" and
"right'for “left':
Turn off Ihe receiver or amplifier and disconnect the SE-6
system. Reconnect the SE-5 system to another receiver or
amplifier known to be working properly. If the SE-5 system
noiY works properly. Ihe problem is not in the SE 5 system.
Note: II this is the case, you should check all user accessi
ble fuses on your receiver or amptilier (see Ihe appropriate
ovmer's guide for help). It the fuses blow again, have the
amplifier or receiver chedied by qualified personnel.
If trouble persists in your SE-5 ^slem. contact your author ized Bose"' dealer. The dealer wilt verity any detects and
arrange for service by an authorized service agency or by
the Bose factory. Bose Corporation will make every effort to lemedy any problem within the terms ol the warranty at minimum inconvenience to you.
Technical Information
Features
Acoustimass - speaker technology
Oirect/Reliecling - speaker design Syncomcomputer quality assurance program
Automatic protection circuitry
Driver Complement
Two 6“ (15.2 cm) low-frequency drivers Four 2.5" (6.4 cm) magnetically shielded, v/ide-range
drivers in Stereo Targeting' arr^s
Nominal impedance
6 ohms
Amplilier Power Requirements (measured by lEC standard)
Minimum; 15 v/alls Maximum; 100 waits
Finish
Acousiimass^' module; Scratch-resistant black satin
finish
Stereo Targeting' arrays; Black polymer finish
Dimensions
Acoustimass'- module; x 125/fe*W x 20yi6"D
(19.2x32.1 X 51.3 cm)
Stereo Targeting array; 8)4“H x 4 x 3yi6"D
(10.9 cm H X 12.3 cm W X 9 cm 0)
Weight
33 lb (15 kg), in shipping carton
Full 5-Year Warranty
Bose"' Corporation warrants this unit to be free trom delects in materials and workmanship for a period ot live years from the original d^e ol purchase. During that period. Bose will remedy all such delects without charge for parts or labor.
n return ol the unit together with the original sales |i>t, or other proof ol purchase, to Bose, or to an aulho­d Bose Service Agency. This warranty does not extend to
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damage resulting from improper installation, misuse, neglect
or abuse. This v/arranty is fully transferable. In no event shall Bose be liable for incidental or
consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary Irom state to slate. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation ol incidental or consequenlial damages, so this limitation may not apply to
you.
Should this unit (ail within the warranty period, contact your authorized Bose dealer. This dealer will lei) you which one of the iolknving procedures you should follow.
I. Return unit with proof o( purchase lo dealer. OR
2. Return unit with proof of purchase to the nearest author
ized Bose Service Agency. OR
3. Return unit with proof of purchase directly to the Bose
factory
It procedure 3 above is taten. i^ease follow the instructions below;
1. Call the Bose Customer Service Oeparlment at (508)8797330. and ask lo be assigned a return authori zation number and shining instructions.
2. Pack the unit in the original carton for shipping. If you need 3 nevr carton, you may order one from Bose Cus tomer Service. Note: Any damage in transit due lo improper packing is not covered by the v/arianty and
not be recognized as an insurance claim by trans-
^Hjriaiion companies.
^^abei and ship, freight prepaid, to the address provided
by Customer Service.
4. Make sum your return authorization number appears prominently on the outside of the carton.
'ibur unit will be repaired and returned to you at Bose Cor poration's expense. If the delects cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts by Bose to do so. you may elect to receive a refund or a replacement, but only if the unit is relumed to Bose tree and clear of all liens and other erKumbrances.
The foregoing warranty applies only to products sold within the United Slates ol America, its territories and possessions, and to sales at overseas military post exchanges. For inlor­mation regarding warranty coverage in other areas, consult the Bose subsidiary or authorized dealer nearest lo you.
Please Retain This
Warranty Information
Record your serial numbers and purchase information on this card and retain it in your records along v/ilh proof ol purchase.
Speaker Model
Date Purchased
ral Number (on Acoustimass" Module)
Dealer Name
Dealer Address
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