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Setting Up
Acoustimass module
Follow these guidelines to select a location for the Acoustimass module.
CAUTION:

To avoid interference with the TV picture, place the module at least 18inches

(45 cm) from theTV.

1. Place the module along the same wall as the TV, or close to the same end of the room
as the front speakers (see the example along the front wall in Figure 3).
2. Select a position for the module (Figure 4). For proper ventilation, place it on the long
edge, with the connectors facing the floor. An alternate position is on its largest side,
with the bass and treble controls facing up. Do not place the module on either end, as
shown by the last two views in Figure 4.
Note:

Once you have selected a position for the module, place the four self-adhesive

rubber feet near the corners of the bottom surface. The rubber feet provide increased

stability and protection from scratches.

3. Select a convenient location – under a table, behind a sofa. Do not allow furniture or
drapes to block the ventilation openings of the module.
4. Place it within reach of the audio input cable, speaker cables, and an electric outlet.
5. Aim the port (the round opening) into the room or along the wall to avoid blocking the
port or creating too much bass.
6. For best bass performance, do not place the module so that the port is at equal
distances from any two walls or from a wall and the ceiling.
Music center
Select a location for the music center.
CAUTION:

Be sure the three shipping screws on the bottom of the music center have

been removed before proceeding.

1. Place the music center on a level surface. Allow enough room to lift the door and to
access the headphone jack on the right side panel.
2. Place the music center close enough to the sound sources (TV, VCR, etc.) to allow for
cable length. If you need additional audio and/or video cables to connect all of your
components, see your dealer or call Bose
®
customer service.
3. Place the music center within 30 feet (9.1 m) of the Acoustimass module (the length of
the audio input cable).
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Treble
Bass
CAUTION:

Do not cover the ventilation

openings of the Acoustimass

module. The slots on the end

provide ventilation for the

built-in electronic circuitry.

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Preferred
position
Figure 4
Acoustimass module positions
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RIGHT
FRONT
RIGHT
REAR
CENTER
OUTPUTS TO
CUBE SPEAKERS
LEFT
FRONT
LEFT
REAR
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Alternate position

Surround speakers

The surround (rear) speakers create an area of sound around the listener. Place them in the
back half of your room. Direct the cubes so that you do not pinpoint the exact location of
the sound source (Figure 3). The surround cables allow the speakers to be placed up to 50
feet (15.2 m) from the Acoustimass
®
module.
Center
Figure 3
Speaker placement Left
front
Acoustimass module
Right
surround
Left
surround
Right
front
1. Place the speakers at
ear height or higher, if
possible.
2. Direct the cubes to
reflect sound off one or
more walls or vertical
surfaces.
3. Do not direct the sound
straight at the listener.