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Français Español English 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. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
English Español Français Arabic Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Read these instructions – for all components before using this product. Keep these instructions – for future ! reference. Heed all warnings – on the product and in the owner’s guide. Follow all instructions.
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English Español Français S. Chin Arabic CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION 2 GETTING STARTED 6 Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Unpacking the carton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 SETTING UP 7 Choosing a speaker location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Français Español English GETTING STARTED Before you begin Thank you for choosing Bose® Companion® 2 Series II multimedia speaker system. Unique features and Bose technologies make these speakers a superior choice for upgrading your computer audio. They also provide rich, full stereo sound from a second source, like a portable MP3 or CD player. Benefits of your Companion 2 speakers: • TrueSpaceTM stereo signal processing circuitry adds spaciousness.
English Español Français Nederlands Thai Korean S. Chin Arabic SETTING UP Choosing a speaker location The angled design of these speakers allows them to direct sound upward toward a seated listener. So placing them on a desktop is a good choice. Magnetic shielding protects your computer monitor from ! interference when the speakers are positioned close to it. Place the speaker that has a volume control knob on the front within easy reach to the right of your computer.
Français Español English SETTING UP Figure 3 RIGHT speaker Speaker cable connection LEFT speaker TO LEFT SPEAKER Speaker cable Making the sound source connections Your Companion® 2 speakers can provide sound from two audio sources simultaneously. This allows you to listen to music from an MP3 or CD player and still hear the alert tones from your computer. Connecting to your computer Two audio input cables are supplied with the speakers.
English Español Français Thai Korean S. Chin Arabic SETTING UP Figure 4 Computer Connection to the computer LEFT speaker RIGHT speaker L R RCA audio input cable Speaker cable Connecting the speakers to a power outlet Use the supplied power pack, which has a cable that connects to the RIGHT speaker. 1. Insert the cable connector into the jack labeled 12V on the back of the speaker (Figure 5). 2. Plug the power pack into an AC (mains) outlet.
Français Español English SETTING UP Connecting an optional second source Use the audio output cable provided with your MP3 player, CD player, or other sound source. Or, if the other (unused) cable supplied with the speakers works with your source, you may use it. • Connect the RCA plugs on one end of the cable to the unused AUDIO INPUT jacks on the back of the RIGHT speaker (Figure 6). 1. Insert the white RCA plug into the white jack labeled L. 2. Insert the red RCA plug into the red jack labeled R.
English Español Français Nederlands Thai Korean S. Chin Arabic USING THE SPEAKERS Enjoying the sound Before using your Companion® 2 speakers, make sure your computer and other sound source are plugged in and turned on. Controlling the volume You can raise or lower the volume of the speakers or a connected headphone by turning the knob on the front of the RIGHT speaker (Figure 8).
Français Español English USING THE SPEAKERS Cleaning the speakers Wipe the speakers using a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents, ! chemicals, or sprays. Lightly vacuum the grilles as needed. CAUTION: Do not allow liquids to spill or objects to drop into any openings. Troubleshooting Problem What you can do No sound • • • No sound from ! one speaker ! • • Make sure the sound source is plugged in and turned on, ! it is not on mute, and the volume is turned up.
English Español Français Nederlands Thai Korean S. Chin Arabic REFERENCE Contacting Customer Service For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer ! Service. Refer to the address sheet included in the carton. Limited warranty This system is covered by a transferable limited warranty. Details of the limited warranty are provided on the Product Registration Card that came with your system. Please fill out the information section on the card and mail it to Bose.
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