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English Español Français CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4 SYSTEM SETUP 5 OPERATION 13 CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES 15 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 16 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ® Your Companion 5 multimedia speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Setup help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SYSTEM S
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Français Español English INTRODUCTION ! Your Companion 5 multimedia speaker system ® ® Thank you for purchasing a Bose Companion 5 multimedia speaker system, which delivers the superb acoustic performance needed to enjoy the full audio impact of music, movies, games, and other entertainment sources from your computer. ® Using TrueSpace digital surround signal processing technology, the small satellite speakers provide improved spaciousness, bold surround effects, and movie-like realism. Your
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SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP Unpacking Carefully unpack your system. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to transport your system. If any part of the system appears damaged, do not attempt to use it. Notify Bose or your ® authorized Bose dealer immediately. For Bose contact information, refer to the address sheet included in the carton. Check to be sure your system includes the parts shown in Figure 1. Figure 1 Carton contents Left speaker Right spe
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Français Español English SYSTEM SETUP ® Placing your Companion 5 system For optimal performance, use the following guidelines to choose locations and positions for ® the Acoustimass module, speakers, and the control pod. Refer to Figure 2, which shows a typical system setup. Figure 2 Typical system setup 24 in (61 cm) Left (L) speaker maximum Right (R) speaker Control pod Acoustimass module Positioning the speakers Proper positioning of the speakers will allow you to experience the audio surro
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SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP ® Positioning the Acoustimass module ® The Acoustimass module is designed to be the unseen part of the speaker system. For example, you can place it under your computer table or desk. • Put one rubber foot on each corner of the ! bottom panel of the module. • Stand the module on its feet on a flat surface. • DO NOT BLOCK the front grille of the module. • DO NOT lay the module on its side or stand it upside down. • DO NOT put any objects or equ
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Français Español English SYSTEM SETUP Making system connections The following steps and Figure 3 tell you how to make the system connections. Before you start: • Please read the entire setup procedure. • Make sure your computer is on and the operating system is running. • IMPORTANT: Close all other software applications. 1. Insert the red plug on the right (R) speaker cable into the R jack and insert the white plug on the left (L) speaker cable into the L jack. The R and L marks on the plugs mu
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SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP ® Windows XP audio setup IMPORTANT! Do not unplug any cables during this setup procedure. For additional help with your audio setup, please visit http://owners.bose.com/Companion5. 1. After plugging in the USB cable, wait for a series of “Found New Hardware” messages to appear on your computer screen (Figure 4) (this takes about 30 seconds). If any other messages appear that interrupt this setup process, refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 16
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Français Español English SYSTEM SETUP 2. In the Windows XP Control Panel, open Sounds and Audio Devices Properties (Figure 5). 3. Under the Volume tab, verify that Bose USB Audio is the connected USB device. 4. Under Speaker settings, click the Advanced button to open Advanced Audio Properties. 5. In the Speaker setup drop list, select 5.1 surround sound speakers. 6. Click Apply and then OK. ® Your Companion 5 multimedia speaker system is now ready to use. Note: If you remove the USB connecti
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SYSTEM SETUP English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP ® Mac OS X audio setup IMPORTANT! Do not unplug any cables during this setup procedure. For additional help with your audio setup, please visit http://owners.bose.com/Companion5. 1. In the System Preferences, open the Sound control panel (Figure 6). 2. Choose Bose USB Audio for sound output and close the control panel. Figure 6 ® Mac OS X sound preferences 3. In the Applications folder on your hard drive, open the Utilities folder. 4. Open the
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Français Español English SYSTEM SETUP 6. Click the Configure Speakers button to open the speaker selection control ! panel (Figure 8). 7. Select Multichannel, click Apply, and then click Done. 8. Close all control panels. ® Your Companion 5 multimedia speaker system is now ready to use. Note: If you remove the USB connection to your Companion 5 system and plug it in again later, perform this procedure again to check the settings. Figure 8 Speaker selection control panel 12 !! SYSTEM SETUP
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OPERATION English Español Français OPERATION System modes There are three system modes. Each system mode is identified by the color of the mode indi- cator on the control pod (Figure 9): • Muted (Amber): The system speakers are silenced. You hear no audio from the computer or any connected source. This mode is automatically selected when you connect head- phones to the control pod. • Active (Green): You hear the active sound source from the system speakers. The position of the volume control r
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Français Español English OPERATION Adjusting the bass After listening to your speaker system, you may wish to adjust the sound. Use the bass ! ® compensation control (Figure 10) on the Acoustimass module. Figure 10 Bass compensation control Bass compensation: • ! to increase bass (+) • " to decrease bass (–) Acoustimass rear panel 14 "#$%&'()*+,-$./! ! 01"# OPERATION
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CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES English Español Français CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES Connecting headphones To connect headphones, plug the headphones cord into the 3.5-mm stereo headphones jack on the side of the control pod (Figure 11). • Plugging in headphones automatically mutes the system speakers. • After disconnecting headphones, touch the mode switch to hear sound from the speakers again. • To adjust the volume level, use the volume control ring on the control pod. Figure 11 Mode switch Control
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Français Español English CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning your speaker system ® • To clean the surface of your speakers, Acoustimass module, and control pod, use a soft cloth. You may use an ammonia-free window cleaner to maintain the finish. • Do not use any sprays near the speakers. Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. • Do not allow liquids to spill into any openings. • To clean the speaker grilles, vacuum them carefully. Limited
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE English Español Français CARE AND MAINTENANCE Problem What to do I’m hearing clicks, pops, • This may be caused by connecting the speaker system to your computer through a USB ® and abnormal sounds on hub. Disconnect the Companion 5 system USB cable from the hub and plug it into a my computer. USB jack on your computer. Sound from speakers is • Increase the volume on your computer or other sound source. not loud enough. System sounds “tinny,” • Make sure right (R) and lef
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Français Español English INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD Lea esta guía del usuario Dedique el tiempo que sea necesario para seguir atentamente las instrucciones de esta guía, que le ayudará a instalar y utilizar correctamente el sistema de altavoces Guarde esta guía para utilizarla como material de referencia en el futuro. ADVERTENCIA: Con el fin de reducir el riesgo de descargas eléctricas, no exponga el sistema a la lluvia o la humedad. ADVERTENCIA: Este aparato no debe estar expuesto a salpicadur
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Français Español English SAFETY INFORMATION Please read this guide Please take the time to follow the instructions in this guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your speaker system properly. Please save this guide for future reference. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture. WARNING: The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on t
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English Español Français IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions – for all components before 15. To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, avoid over- using this product. loading wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles. 2. Keep these instructions – for future reference. 16. Do not let objects or liquids enter the product – as 3. Heed all warnings – on the product and in the owner’s they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts guide.
