Bose 401- Manuals

Page 2 - Introduction; Thank you; floorstanding design.; For your records; Serial numbers are located on the back of each 401 speaker.

Introduction Thank you Congratulations on your purchase of Bose‘ 401* Direct/Reflecting"' speakers. Their integrated system of advanced Bose technologies delivers superior sound reproduction from a floorstanding design. For your records Serial numbers are located on the back of each 401 speaker...

Page 3 - Contents; ntroduction

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Page 4 - Setting Up; Before you begin; Unpack the carton; LEFT speaker; Figure 1; What comes in the carton:

Setting Up Before you begin Your 401* Direct/Reilecting* speakers re-create a natural balance of reflected and direct sound energy for an open, spacious performance. They are designed at Bose’* to bring you high-quality listening pleasure. The Stereo Space* array inside each speaker creates a patter...

Page 5 - Select the locations for your 40V speakers; Here are some basic guidelines. Place the speakers:; Figure 2; Placement guidelines

Setting Up Select the locations for your 40V speakers ^ach Bose' 401* speaker incorporates a weight in the base of the speaker for maximum stability. Placing any object on top of the speaker will make it less stable and is not recommended. Be sure to place your speakers on a flat surface. Place the...

Page 6 - Choose the cord; Prepare the cord; Figure 3

Setting Up Choose the cord It Is important to use the proper gauge (thickness) of speaker cord. Standard zip cord (2-conductor, 18-gauge wire) works for most applications. You can find this wire at most electrical and hardware stores. You will need thicker wire if your speakers will be more than 30 ...

Page 7 - ^Check the connections; Figure 4; Test the speakers

Setting Up ^Check the connections /heck to be sure all connections are made positive to positive {+ to +) and negative to negative (- to -) (Figure 4). Make sure that no loose strands of wire touch across terminals. Bridged wires can short circuit and damage the amplifier. Tighten any loose connecti...

Page 8 - Using and Maintaining Your 401^ Speakers; Enjoying sound in a variety of ways; Figure 5; Cleaning the speakers

Using and Maintaining Your 401^ Speakers Enjoying sound in a variety of ways Bose* 401* Direct/Reflecting' speakers are designed to work with a variety of stereo receivers and amplifiers. The open, spacious performance of these speakers also makes them an ideal choice for home theater, or for listen...

Page 9 - Using and Maintaining Your 401* Speakers; Problem; Customer service

Using and Maintaining Your 401* Speakers T^ubleshooting Problem Whet 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. • Make sure the receiver is not set to MUT...

Page 10 - Product Information; Technical information; Compatibility/lmpetiance

Product Information Technical information Features Direct/Reflecting"' speaker design Stereo Space*' array Dual Frequency crossover network Automatic tweeter protection circuitry Syncom ’ computer quality control Driver complement Two (2) 6.5 inch (16.6 cm) long excursion Digital Dynamic Range' ...