Bose Surround Sound Speaker System Operating tips, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Problem

Connecting the speakers

Operating tips

The volume control (located on the front of the left speaker) should be used in addition to the volume control on your Lifestyle® music center (or other source). It is particularly convenient when your music source has no remote control or when the remote control has been re- moved from your listening area. To increase volume, turn the control clockwise. To decrease volume, turn the control counterclockwise.

The following suggestions are provided to help you get the most enjoyment out of your system:

Starting your musical selection – When the music begins to play, slowly increase the volume of the music source to the desired level. Use the volume control on the left speaker if any further adjustment is desired.

When the music is over – It is a good idea to turn the volume control all the way to the left when you have finished listening to your Lifestyle® powered speaker system. This will prevent you from accidentally playing music to an empty room. Just remember to return the control to the two-o’clock position before you use the speakers again.

If the system is not to be used for an extended period – Unplug the Lifestyle® powered speaker system from the wall outlet.

Adjusting tone – The Lifestyle® powered speaker system incorporates an optimized, preset equalizer for proper bass and treble balance. This tone setting cannot be adjusted. However, any tone controls on the source unit can be used when the source unit is playing through the Lifestyle® powered speaker system.

Troubleshooting

Problem	What to do
System doesn’t play at all	• Check power cord and connections. It may be unplugged or improperly connected.
	• On models equipped with a power switch, make sure the switch is in the on (I) position.
	• Increase volume on the speaker from the main system.
No sound when system	• The source component is not properly connected to the system; check connections.
is plugged in	• Make sure the source is operating properly (CD has been installed, batteries are
	working, etc.).
	• Check volume controls.
Only one speaker plays	• The accessory (RIGHT) speaker may be improperly connected. Check connection, wires,
	and terminals.
Sound is too loud/distorted	• The source component’s volume may be too high. Turn the source volume down, and use
	the volume control on the Lifestyle® powered speaker system.
Diminished bass	• Accessory (RIGHT) speaker wire connections may be reversed. Check connections.
Hear only static	• Check 3-foot adapter cable. If you are using a Lifestyle® DVD system, make sure the 3-foot
	adapter cable plugged into the media center reads FIX on the mini-DIN end.

Customer Service

For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose® customer service. Refer to the address list enclosed in the product packaging for correct phone numbers.

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