Bose Sub2 Powered Bass Module, Sub1 Powered Bass Module Owner’s Guide

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Owner's Guide

Important Safety Instructions

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Please read and keep all safety and use instructions.

Important Safety Instructions

Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and
all other applicable EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of
conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

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 wide blade or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into 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 it exits 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.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified 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.

WARNINGS/CAUTIONS

This symbol on the product means there is uninsulated, dangerous voltage within
the product enclosure that may present a risk of electrical shock.

This symbol on the product means there are important operating and maintenance
instructions in this guide.

Contains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children
under age 3.

This product contains magnetic material. Consult your physician on whether this
might aect your implantable medical device.

Use at altitude less than 2000meters only.

This symbol on the product means there is a tip-over hazard when using a pole
mount.

Do not alter, modify, or remove the sliding cover over the power input of the Sub1/
Sub2. There is uninsulated, dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that
may present a risk of electrical shock.

• The pole-mount M20 threaded insert on the Sub1 and Sub2 is designed to support a
pole of up to 1.3 meters (51 inches) with a Bose S1 Pro mounted on the pole. Do not use
the Sub1 or Sub2 with a pole exceeding 1.3 meters (51 inches) in height or a loudspeaker
weight that exceeds 7.1 kilograms (15.7 pounds). Using a pole/loudspeaker combination
that exceeds either of these limits or creates an unstable mounting scenario may lead to
a hazardous condition that could result in injury.

• Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product.

• Do NOT use in vehicles or boats.

• Do NOT place the product in a confined space such as in a wall cavity or in an enclosed
cabinet while in use.

• Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do NOT place naked flame sources,

such as lighted candles, on or near the product.

• To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do NOT expose the product to rain, liquids,
or moisture.

• Do NOT expose this product to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, on or near the product.

• Do NOT use a power inverter with this product.

• Provide an earth connection or ensure the socket outlet incorporates a protective
earthing connection before connecting the plug to the mains socket outlet.

• Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

Regulatory Information

The product, in accordance with the Ecodesign Requirements for Energy Related Products
Directive 2009/125/EC, is in compliance with the following norm(s) or document(s): Regulation
(EC) No. 1275/2008, as amended by Regulation (EU) No. 801/2013.

Power Modes

Required Power State Information

Power consumption in specified power mode, at

230V/50Hz input

Time after which equipment is automatically

switched into mode

Power consumption in networked standby if all

wired network ports are connected and all wireless

network ports are activated, at 230V/50Hz input

Network port deactivation/activation procedures.

Deactivating all networks will enable standby

mode.

Sub1 Sub2

Dimensions (H ×W ×D)

Net Weight

Input Rating 100–240VAC, 3A, 50/60Hz 100–240VAC, 4A, 50/60Hz

Initial turn on inrush
current
Inrush current after AC
mains interruption of 5s

Shielded cables are required to maintain regulatory compliance.
The product label is located on the bottom of the product.
Model: 431389G1 / 431389G2. The CMIIT ID is located on the bottom of the product.

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
Information About Products That Generate Electrical Noise (FCC Compliance Notice for US)

NOTE: 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, there 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 o and on, the user is 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 into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.

53.0 ×25.0 ×53.0cm
(20.9 ×9.8 ×20.9in)

16.1kg
(35.5lb)

14.9A at 120V; 29.3A at 230V 15.2A at 120V; 28.6A at 230V

5.8A at 120V; 32.0A at 230V 2.6A at 120V; 6.1A at 230V

Standby

≤ 0.5 W N/A*

4 hours N/A*

*Product does not utilize a networked

standby mode for a Bluetooth®

connection and does not have the

ability to be configured to a network

via Wi-Fi® or Ethernet

69.0 ×30.5 ×55.0cm
(27.2 ×12.0 ×21.7in)

23.4kg
(51.7lb)

Networked

Standby

N/A*

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Important Safety Instructions

This device complies with part15 of the FCC Rules and with ISED Canada’s license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste, and
should be delivered to an appropriate collection facility for recycling. Proper
disposal and recycling helps protect natural resources, human health, and the
environment. For more information on disposal and recycling of this product,
contact your local municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought
this product.

China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table

Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements

Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements

Lead

Mercury

Part Name

PCBs X O O O O O
Metal Parts X O O O O O
Plastic
Parts
Speakers X O O O O O
Cables X O O O O O
This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364.
O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the

X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least

(Pb)

O O O O O O

homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement of
GB/T 26572.

one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit
requirement of GB/T 26572.

Cadmium

(Hg)

(Cd)

Hexavalent

(CR(VI))

Polybrominated

Biphenyl (PBB)

Polybrominated

diphenylether

(PBDE)

Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table

Equipment name: Sub1/Sub2 Type designation: 431389G1 / 431389G2

Restricted substances and its chemical symbols

(Cd)

Hexavalent

chromium

(Cr+6)

Polybrominated
biphenyls (PBB)

Lead

Mercury

Unit

PCBs −
Metal Parts −
Plastic
Parts
Speakers −
Cables −

Note 1: “○” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed

Note 2: The “−” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.

(Pb)

○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

the percentage of reference value of presence.

Cadmium

(Hg)

○ ○ ○ ○ ○
○ ○ ○ ○ ○

○ ○ ○ ○ ○
○ ○ ○ ○ ○

Polybrominated
diphenyl ethers

(PBDE)

Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture;
“0” is 2010 or 2020.

China Importer: Bose Electronics (Shanghai) Company Limited, Part C, Plant 9, No. 353 North
Riying Road, China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone

EU Importer: Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The Netherlands
Mexico Importer: Bose de México, S. de R.L. de C.V. , Paseo de las Palmas 405-204, Lomas de

Chapultepec, 11000 México, D.F. For service or importer information, call [phone]
Taiwan Importer: Bose Taiwan Branch, 9F-A1, No. 10, Section 3, Minsheng East Road, Taipei

City 104, Taiwan. Phone Number: [phone]
Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639
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Bose, L1, and SubMatch are trademarks of Bose Corporation.
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otherwise used without prior written permission.

Please complete and retain for your records.

The serial and model numbers are located on the product label on the bottom of the
product.

Serial number: ___________________________________________________
Model number: ___________________________________________________

Warranty Information

This product is covered by a limited warranty.
For warranty details, visit global.bose.com/warranty.

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Contents

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Overview 5

Package Contents ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Optional Accessories ...............................................................................................................................................................................5

Setup 6

Connections and Controls .....................................................................................................................................................................6

Connecting Power .....................................................................................................................................................................................7

Connecting Directly to a Power Outlet ..................................................................................................................................... 7

Connecting to an L1 Pro32 with a SubMatch Cable............................................................................................................. 8

AutoO/Low-power Standby ....................................................................................................................................................... 8

Inputs and Outputs ...................................................................................................................................................................................9

Line Input ..............................................................................................................................................................................................9

Line Output ..........................................................................................................................................................................................9

Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................9

Phase/Pattern ......................................................................................................................................................................................9

Level ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Line Input EQ ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Line Output EQ ................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Sub1/Sub2 Orientation .......................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Using the Pole-mount Insert with an S1 Pro ...........................................................................................................................11

Care & Maintenance 12

Cleaning Your Sub ....................................................................................................................................................................................12

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................................................................12

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Overview

Package Contents

Overview

Sub1 Sub2

Optional Accessories

• Sub1/Sub2 Roller Bag

• Sub1/Sub2 Adjustable Speaker Pole

• SubMatch Cable

For additional information on Sub1/Sub2 accessories, visit PRO.BOSE.COM.

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