User manual BOSE VCS10

[. . . ] In either package you purchased, there is a center speaker. Its magnetic shielding allows you to put this speaker directly on, above, or below your video screen without causing screen discoloration. There it will deliver clear, crisp soundtrack reproduction from the center channel. Other speakers at the front of your room provide the left and right video sound. [. . . ] Use an RCA cable to connect the center channel RCA-type output on the receiver to the RCA-type input on the amplifier. The speaker will then connect directly to the amplifier instead of to the receiver. Choosing speaker cord Be sure to use the proper gauge (thickness) of speaker cord. Standard zip cord (2-conductor, 18-gauge wire found at electrical and hardware stores) works for most applications. If your speakers will be more than 30 feet (9 m) from the receiver or amplifier, see the following table, or check with your authorized Bose dealer. Gauge* 18 (0. 75 mm2) 16 (1. 5 mm2) 14 (2. 0 mm2) Length* 30 ft (9 m) maximum 45 ft (14 m) maximum 70 ft (21 m) maximum * Based on a maximum frequency response deviation of ±0. 5dB. At the ends of each cord, strip approximately 1/2 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 use the cord properly Speaker cord consists of two insulated wires. The insulation around one wire is marked (striped, collared, or ribbed). This marked wire is always positive (+). The plain wire is always negative (­). These wires correspond to the red (+) and black (­) terminals on the speaker and the receiver or amplifier. Note: It is sometimes difficult to distinguish wire markings. Inspect both wires carefully. 8 October 26, 2001 AM257528_01_V. pdf Setting Up Make the connections At the connection end of the speaker, push one terminal lever and insert the appropriate wire (Figure 6). Figure 6 How to make terminal connections to the center speaker and surround speakers Red terminal lever Marked wire Marked wire Red terminal lever 1. Connect one end of the speaker cord to your speaker. Attach the marked wire to the red (+) terminal. Attach the plain wire to the black (­) terminal. 2. Connect the other end of the same cord to your receiver or amplifier (Figure 7). Attach the marked wire to the red (+) terminal. Attach the plain wire to the black (­) terminal. · The center speaker connects to the CENTER SPEAKER outputs on the receiver. Some surround sound receivers have two sets of center channel speaker outputs. · The left surround speaker connects to the LEFT SURROUND SPEAKER outputs. · The right surround speaker connects to the RIGHT SURROUND SPEAKER outputs. AM257528_01_V. pdf October 26, 2001 9 Setting Up Check the connections Make sure each connection is made positive to positive (+ to +) and negative to negative (­ to ­). Check to be sure that no loose strands of wire touch across terminals. Bridged wires can shortcircuit and damage the electrical components. [. . . ] If you notice any problems with how the speaker functions, disconnect it again and contact Bose® customer service. Clean the outside of your VCS-10® or VCS-30® Series II speakers by wiping each speaker with a damp cloth. If necessary, use a mild detergent, like dish soap, being careful not to allow any liquid to spill through the cloth grille or the ventilation slots of the speakers. No other maintenance is required. Warranty period Bose® VCS-10 and VCS-30 Series II speakers are covered by a limited 5-year transferable warranty. [. . . ]