Bose 18 - Manual (Page 9)

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System Installation
English
Acoustimass ® module placement
Note: Now is a good time to find the serial number on the bottom of the module, before you
proceed. Copy that number onto your warranty card and in the space provided on page 2 of
this guide.
Follow these guidelines to select a location for the Acoustimass module:
• Place the Acoustimass module along the same wall as the TV, or close to the same end of
the room as the front speakers (see Figure 4).
Note: To avoid interference with the TV picture, place the Acoustimass module at least
18 inches (45 cm) from the TV.
• Place the Acoustimass module so that the grille with the Bose ® emblem faces into the room
or along the wall to avoid blocking the sound output or creating too much bass.
• For best bass performance, DO NOT place the Acoustimass module at equal distances
from any two walls or from a wall and the ceiling.
• For convenience, you may want to slide the Acoustimass module under a table or behind a
cabinet. However, DO NOT allow furniture or drapes to block the ventilation openings of the
module.
• Place the Acoustimass module within reach of the audio input cable, speaker cables, and
an AC power (mains) outlet.
• Place the Acoustimass module on the floor on its long edge or lay it down on its largest
side. DO NOT stand it on either end. See Figure 5.
Figure 5
Right and wrong place-
ments for the Acoustimass
module
• Once you have selected a position for the module, place the four self-adhesive rubber feet
near the corners of the bottom surface. The rubber feet provide increased stability and pro-
tection from scratches.
CAUTION: DO NOT cover the ventilation openings of the Acoustimass module. The slots on
the end provide ventilation for the built-in electronic circuitry, and should not be blocked.
CAUTION: The magnetic field from the Acoustimass module is not an immediate risk to your
video tapes, audio tapes, and other magnetic media. However, you should not store tapes
directly on or near the Acoustimass module.
BEST
For best ventilation,
place it on the long
edge, with connectors
facing the floor.
ALTERNATE
Place it on its largest
side.
DO NOT
stand the module on the
back end. This surface is
slightly curved and the
module may tip over.
DO NOT
stand the module on
the front grille. The
weight of the module
can damage the grille.