301 V - Pregnant BOSE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Bookshelf Speaker
Brand	Bose
Model	301 Series V
Dimensions (H x W x D)	14.2 x 9.5 x 9.5 inches (36.1 x 24.1 x 24.1 cm)
Weight	12.5 lbs (5.7 kg)
Impedance	8 ohms
Power Handling (RMS)	10 – 150 watts per channel
Frequency Response	50 Hz – 20 kHz
Drivers	8" woofer, 1" tweeter
Enclosure Type	Bass-reflex (ported)
Finish Options	Black or White laminate
Grille	Removable cloth grille
Power Source	Passive (requires amplifier)
Key Features	Proprietary Bose waveguide for wide sound dispersion; stereo pair recommended
Placement	Bookshelf or stand; keep at least 6 inches from walls
Cleaning	Wipe with a soft dry cloth; do not use solvents
Safety	Do not expose to moisture; place on stable surface
Spare Parts	Contact Bose for replacement grilles, drivers, or crossovers
Repairability	Drivers and crossovers can be replaced by qualified technician
Warranty	5 years from date of purchase

Frequently Asked Questions - 301 V BOSE

What amplifier power is recommended for the Bose 301 V?

An amplifier delivering 10 to 150 watts per channel at 8 ohms is suitable.

Can the Bose 301 V be used as a center channel?

Yes, but it is ideally used as a left or right main speaker in a stereo pair.

How should I clean the Bose 301 V?

Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the cabinet and grille. Do not use harsh chemicals or water.

What is the impedance of the Bose 301 V?

The impedance is 8 ohms.

Where should I place the Bose 301 V for best sound?

Place on bookshelves or stands at ear height, at least 6 inches from walls to avoid bass boom.

Does the Bose 301 V come with a grille?

Yes, it includes a removable cloth grille.

What drivers are in the Bose 301 V?

It features an 8-inch woofer and a 1-inch tweeter.

Is the Bose 301 V suitable for home theater?

Yes, used as front left/right or surround speakers with a compatible AV receiver.

What is the warranty on the Bose 301 V?

Bose provides a 5-year limited warranty from the original purchase date.

Can I buy replacement parts for the Bose 301 V?

Yes, contact Bose customer support for official replacement drivers, crossovers, and grilles.

USER MANUAL 301 V BOSE

Bose® 201® and 301® Series V Direct/Reflecting® Speakers

Owner's Guide

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Contents

Where to find...

Setting Up 3

Before you begin 3

Unpack the carton 3

For your records 3

Select the locations for your 201 ^ or 301 ^ speakers 4

Choose the cord 5

Prepare the cord 5

Make the connections 6

Test the speakers 6

Using and Maintaining Your Speakers 7

Enjoying sound in a variety of ways 7

Cleaning the speakers 7

Reference 8

Troubleshooting 8

Customer service 8

Warranty period 8

Technical information 9

Optional accessories 9

Before you begin

Your 201 ^® or 301 ^® Series V Direct/Reflecting ^® speakers recreate a natural balance of reflected and direct sound energy for an open, spacious performance. They are designed by Bose ^® to bring you high-quality listening pleasure.

These speakers are significantly different from conventional speakers, so be sure to read this owner's guide. It will help you set up and use your speakers properly, for the greatest enjoyment.

Unpack the carton

Carefully unpack the carton and save all packing materials for possible future use. Check the carton contents (Figure 1).

If either speaker appears damaged, do not use them. Instead, repack both speakers in the original carton and notify your authorized Bose dealer immediately.

Note: Now is a good time to record the speaker serial numbers below and on your warranty card.

CAUTION: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags that wrap these speakers out of the reach of children.

Figure 1
What comes in the carton

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For your records

Serial numbers are located on the back of each speaker.

Serial number: ____ and ____

Dealer name: ____

Dealer phone: ____ Purchase date ____

We suggest you keep your sales slip and warranty card together with this owner's guide.

Select the locations for your 201 ^® or 301 ^® speakers

Bose ^® 201 and 301 speakers are designed to fit horizontally on a stable and level table or shelf (Figure 2).

Place the left and right speakers (marked on the back of each one) on the left and right sides of your room, as you face them. Exactly where you put them depends on the size and style of your room and where you think they sound best. Feel free to experiment to find a location that is both convenient and provides the sound you prefer.

Note: Because the grilles on the front of each speaker protect the drivers inside, we recommend that you do not remove them.

CAUTION: 201 and 301 speakers are designed specifically for placement on a stationary shelf, table, or stand. On smooth surfaces like marble, glass or highly polished wood, vibrations may cause the speakers to slide. So be sure to attach the self-adhesive rubber feet to the bottom surface of each speaker for added stability and protection. The feet go in the corners of the flat surface, 1" back from the center of the curved front panel. Do not use these speakers in a moving vehicle. To mount the speakers on a wall, use only the Bose WB-3 wall mounting bracket. Please follow the mounting instructions that come with these brackets. Improperly mounted speakers may fall, causing injury and damage.

Here are some basic guidelines below:

• Leave at least 24 inches (60 cm) from the speakers to any TV screens or monitors.
• Keep the back of the speakers within 18 inches (45 cm) of the wall behind them.

Figure 2

Placement guidelines

CAUTION: For the most realistic sound image, make sure the left speaker is placed on the left and the right speaker is on the right side of your room, as you face them.

Choose the cord

It is important to use the proper gauge (thickness) of speaker cord.

Wire recommendations

Based on a maximum frequency response deviation of ± 0.5 dB

Gauge Length

18 (0.82 mm ^4 ) 20 ft (6 m)

16 (1.3 mm ^2 ) 30 ft (9 m)

14 (2.1 mm ^2 ) 50 ft (15 m)

Note: Before running the speaker cord through a wall or under a floor, check your local building code requirements and safety regulations. If necessary, contact an electrical installer for this information.

Prepare the cord

Speaker cord consists of two insulated wires. The insulation around one wire is marked (striped, collared, or ribbed).

At the ends of each cord, strip approximately 12 inch (12 mm) of insulation from both wires. Twist the bare end of each wire so loose strands will not touch across terminals. Be sure to connect each wire to the proper terminal (positive to positive and negative to negative).

Note: It is sometimes difficult to distinguish wire markings. Inspect both wires carefully.

Make the connections

Just press the terminal tab on the back of each speaker to insert the appropriate wire (Figure 3).

CAUTION: Before making any connections, turn off your receiver and unplug it from the AC power (mains) outlet. Not doing so may result in damage to your system.

CAUTION: Never use broken or frayed wiring, which can result in electrical shock or damage.

1. Connect one speaker cord to your right speaker.

2. Attach each marked wire (+) to the appropriate (+) terminal.

3. Attach each plain wire (−) to the appropriate (−) terminal.

4. Connect the other end of the same cord to the RIGHT SPEAKER OUTPUT of your receiver.

5. Attach each marked wire (+) to the appropriate (+) terminal.

6. Attach each plain wire (−) to the appropriate (−) terminal.

7. Connect the second cord to the left speaker and LEFT SPEAKER OUTPUT. Follow the steps in 1 and 2 above.

Figure 3

How to make terminal connections

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Test the speakers

To make sure your speakers operate correctly:

1. Turn on your receiver. Set the receiver to MONO (monophonic), if that is an option on your receiver.
2. Make sure that all special effects (such as surround sound) are turned off.
3. Set the balance control to normal (center position).
4. Play some deep bass passages of music through the speaker.

The sound should seem to come from a point between the two speakers. The bass should be full and natural. If it is not, one of the connections may be reversed, causing the speakers to play out of phase (refer to “Make the connections” above).

To correct the problem, make sure all the wires are connected positive to positive (+ to +) and negative to negative (- to -). Then repeat steps 1 through 4 above to re-test the speakers.

Enjoying sound in a variety of ways

Your 201 ^® or 301 ^® speakers are designed to work with a variety of stereo receivers and amplifiers as either front or rear channel speakers. The open, spacious performance of these speakers makes them an ideal choice for home theater, or for listening to CD's, tapes, or radio broadcasts (Figure 4).

Figure 4

301 and 201 series V speaker sound path

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Cleaning the speakers

Clean the surface of your speakers with a soft damp cloth. Do not use any sprays near the system or allow liquids to spill into any openings. Also, do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives.

The speaker grille panels require no special care. You may vacuum them carefully to remove dust.

Troubleshooting

Problem What to do
No sound • Make sure the	receiver is plugged in and turned on.• Check to be sure the AC power (mains) outlet is working.• Disconnect any headphones plugged into the headphone jack.• M ake sure the receiver is not set to MUTE.• Refer to the owner's guide that came with your receiver.• Check connections to both the speakers and the receiver. Refer to “Make the connec-tions” on page 6. Correct any connection errors.
No sound from one speaker	• Disconnect the working speaker from the receiver.• Switch the cord of the “faulty” speaker from its original receiver jacks to the other set of jacks (the working speaker was originally attached to those jacks).– If the speaker now works, the problem is in your receiver.– If the speaker does not work, continue below.• Remove the cord from the working speaker and connect it to the “faulty” speaker and either set of receiver jacks.– If the speaker now works, the problem was in the original speaker cord.– If the speaker does not work, the problem is in the speaker.
One speaker sounds dis-torted	• Follow the same procedure for the problem of no sound from one speaker, as outlined above.
Not enough bass or treble	• Adjust the bass and treble controls on the receiver.• Check the connections to make sure they are correctly in phase (+ to + and – to –). Refer to “Make the connections” on page 6.• M ove the speakers closer to or farther from the side walls or other sound-reflecting hard surfaces.• Do not place the speakers exactly halfway between the floor and ceiling or any other sound-reflecting hard surface.

Customer service

If the troubleshooting guidelines above do not solve your problem, contact your authorized Bose ^® dealer to arrange for service. To obtain information or service directly from Bose, see the list of telephone numbers included with your speakers. Bose Corporation will make every effort to correct any problem within the terms of your warranty.

Warranty period

Bose 201 ^® and 301 ^® series V Direct/Reflecting ^® speakers are covered by a limited transferable warranty. Details of the coverage are provided on the warranty card that came with your speakers. Please fill out the information section on your card, detach, and mail to Bose.

Technical information

Features

Direct/Reflecting ^® speaker technology

Stereo Targeting ^® tweeters

Tuned port enclosure

Syncom ^® computer quality control

Driver complement

201 ^® : One 6.5-inch (16.5 cm) woofer. One 2-inch (5 cm) tweeter.

301 ^® : One 8-inch (20 cm) woofer. Two 2-inch (5 cm) high-sensitivity tweeters.

Compatibility/impedance

201: Compatible with amplifiers and receivers rated from 10 to 120 watts per channel.

Rated 4 - 8 ohms

301: Compatible with amplifiers and receivers rated from 10 to 150 watts per channel.

Rated 4 - 8 ohms

Enclosure

Polymer and vinyl veneer over wood construction with black or light cherry finish.

Size/Weight

201: 8"H x 13 ^3/4 "W x 8 ^5/8 "D (20 cm x 35 cm x 22 cm).

Each speaker, unpacked: 11 lb (5 kg).

Speaker pair in shipping carton: 25.2 lb (11.4 kg).

301: 934 "H x 1414 "W x 934 "D (25 cm x 36 cm x 25 cm).

Each speaker, unpacked: 12.5 lb (5.7 kg).

Speaker pair in shipping carton: 28.7 lb (13 kg).

Optional accessories

Bose ^® FS-01 speaker stands and WB-3 wall mounting brackets are designed for use with 201 and 301 Series V Direct/Reflecting speakers. For information, or to order accessories, contact your authorized Bose dealer. To contact Bose directly, see the list of telephone numbers included with your speakers.

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A. Bose FS-01 speaker stand

B. WB-3 wall mounting brackets

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