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The Bose® 151® SE Environmental Speakers
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Required tools and materials
Speaker placement
• For best results, mount both speakers horizontally (Figure 2).
• Place them a minimum of seven feet apart, facing the listening area.
• Make sure they do not face each oth er.
Figure 2
Speakers mounted on a
wall
Note: For Stereo Everywhere® speaker performance, horizontal mounting is required.
Note: Your 151® SE speakers can be mounted vertically. However, when mounted vertically you
will not experience Stereo Everywhere® speaker performance.
Note: If you choose to place the speakers on a flat horizontal surface, put a layer of suitable
material (such as rubber) under the speaker to prevent speaker movement or damage to the flat
surface due to vibration of the speaker.
CAUTION: Do not mount the brackets on surfaces that are not sturdy enough, or that have
hazards concealed behind them, such as electrical wire or plumbing. If you are unsure about
installing the bracket, contact a qualified professional installer.
CAUTION: Do not install near any heat sources, such as halogen lamps, registers, stoves or
other appara tus (inc luding amplifie rs) tha t pr od uc e hea t.
CAUTION: Do not hang items from the brackets or speakers. Do not place items on top of the
speakers. The brackets were designed to support the weight of the speakers only.
CAUTION: The 151 SE speakers are not intended to be installed in automobiles.
Before mounting your speakers
• Check local building codes regarding the installation of outdoor speakers. If you are
uncomfortable about installing this product, contact your Bose dealer to arrange for a qual-
ified serviceman to help you.
• Measur e the le ngth of sp eaker cor d needed to co nnect ea ch speake r to your amplifie r. See
“Required tools and mat erials” for recommended wire lengths and sizes.
• Determine the best route to protect the wire.
• Make sure the speakers cannot fall and cause injur ies.
• Keep the speakers at least 9 inches (23 cm) from any video screen or monitor.
Bose 151 SE speakers are not magnetically shielded.
• #2 Phillips-head screwdriver
• Power drill
• Eye and ear protection
•Dust mask
•3/32 inch (2,5 mm) wood bit, or
¼ inch (6,0 mm) masonry bit
• Speaker cord: Measure length and choose
wire gauge:
Length Gauge
20 ft (6 m), max. 18 (0.82 mm2)
30 ft (9 m), max. 16 (1.30 mm2)
50 ft (15 m), max. 14 (2.10 mm2)
7 ft (2 m), minimum