Troubleshooting, Problem What to do | Bose SOUNDDOCK PORTABLE B, 2

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Troubleshooting

Problem	What to do

TV base is too	• Place the sound system in another location such as on an open shelf
large to place on	under the TV.
the system	• If possible mount your TV on the wall above the sound system.

No sound	• Make sure the sound system is turned on and the power indicator is
	on (solid green).
	• Make sure the sound system is not muted.
	• Increase the volume.
	• Make sure the audio cable connection is correct and secure on the
	sound system and the TV.
	• Make sure the TV is on and set to the correct input.
	• If you are using a digital audio connection, check that the TV’s digital
	audio output is enabled. See your TV owner’s guide for information.
	• If a digital audio connection is not possible, use an analog stereo audio
	connection.
	• If the sound system is connected to a TV output labelled VARIABLE
	(VAR), make sure the TV’s internal speakers are turned off, the TV
	volume is turned up, and the TV is not muted.

Sound but no	• Make sure the TV is turned on.
picture, or sound	• Make sure that the audio output on the TV is connected to the audio
and picture do not	input on the sound system.
match

Remote control is	• Check the battery to be sure it is installed properly or if it needs to be
inconsistent or	replaced. See “Replacing the remote battery” on page 14.
does not work	• Point the remote control at the sound system when you press a button.
	• Check that the power indicator on the sound system flashes when you
	press the remote volume or mute button.

Sound is distorted • Make sure cable connections are secure on the sound system and TV.

•If the sound system is connected to a TV output labelled VARIABLE (VAR), reduce the TV volume.

Sound is coming	• Turn off your TV’s internal speakers.
from the TV	• Turn the TV volume all the way down.

Red power	• System error. Call Bose Customer Service.
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