Bose® 161™ Speakers

Owner's Guide

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Bedienungsanleitung

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Notice d'utilisation

Manuale d'istruzioni

Gebruiksaanwijzing

Bruksanvisningen

Declaration of conformity We, the offerer,

Bose Corporation, The Mountain Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA

acknowledge our sole responsibility, that the product,

Kind of equipment: Loudspeaker

Type designation: 161’” loudspeaker

in accordance with EMC directive 89/336/EC and article 1 O(1) of the Directive, is in compliance with the following norm(s) or document(s):

Technical regulations: EN 50081-1, EN 50082-l

Accredited by Bose Corporation ,A--

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Bose Products B.V. Nijverheidstraat 8, 1135 GE Edam, The Netherlands

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Nit Merks, Vice President, Bose Europe Manufacturer’s authorized EU representative

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(€We, the offerer,

Bose Corporation, The MountainFramingham, MA 01701-9168 USA

acknowledge our sole responsibility, that the product,

Kind of equipment: Loudspeaker

Type designation: 161'" loudspeaker

in accordance with EMC directive 89/336/EC and article 10(1) of theDirective, is in compliance with the following norm(s) or document(s):

Technical regulations: EN 50081-1, EN 50082-1

Accredited by Bose Corporation

Declaration of conformity

1 May 2001

Bose Products B.V.Nijverheidstraat 8,1135 GE Edam,The Netherlands

Nic Merks,Vice President, Bose EuropeManufacturer's authorizedEU representative

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Where to find . . . Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Placing your Bose@ 161’” speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Choosing speaker cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Preparing speaker cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Connecting speaker cord to the speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Connecting speaker cord to your receiver or amplifier . . . . . . . 5 Testing speaker connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Mounting your speakers on a wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Reference............................................. 7 Cleaning your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Before you begin Thank you for purchasing Bose 161 speakers. Their advanced design and quality construction are intended to provide long-term listening enjoyment in your home. Your 161 speakers are engineered to provide quality Bose speaker performance from a simple, elegant design. Unique Bose technol- ogies, including Stereo Everywhere’, deliver performance usually associ- ated with much larger speakers.

For your records Serial numbers are located on the label on the back of each 161 speaker. Serial numbers: and Dealer name: Dealer phone: Purchase date: We suggest you keep your sales receipt with this owner’s guide.

0200 1 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission.

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Where to find ...

Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4Placing your Bose® 161 ,M speakers 4Choosing speaker cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4Preparing speaker cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5Connecting speaker cord to the speakers 5Connecting speaker cord to your receiver or amplifier. . . . . . . 5Testing speaker connections 6Mounting your speakers on a wall 6

Reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7Cleaning your speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7Troubleshooting 7Technical information 7

Before you beginThank you for purchasing Bose 161 speakers. Their advanced design andquality construction are intended to provide long-term listening enjoymentin your home. Your 161 speakers are engineered to provide quality Bosespeaker performance from a simple, elegant design. Unique Bose technol­ogies, including Stereo Everywhere®, deliver performance usually associ­ated with much larger speakers.

For your recordsSerial numbers are located on the label on the back of each 161 speaker.

Serial numbers: and _

Dealer name: _

Dealer phone: Purchase date: _

We suggest you keep your sales receipt with this owner's guide.

©2001 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified,distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission.

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Unpacking Unpack the carton carefully. Save the carton and packing materi- als for possible later use. If either speaker appears damaged, do not operate either one. Repack both speakers in the original car- ton and notify your authorized Bose@ dealer immediately.

Placing your Bose 16 1 TM speakers J Note: Your 161 speakers are magnetically shielded to prevent

interference with most television screens.

For best acoustic performance, place the left channel speaker on the left side of the room and the right channel speaker on the right, at least 5 feet (1.5 m) apart. (Refer to the label on the back of each speaker.) Make sure the back of each speaker is parallel to the front wall.

For rear channel use in a home theater surround sound system, put the speakers near the back of the room, behind or to the sides of the listening area.

Attach the supplied self-adhesive feet to the bottom surface of each speaker for greater stability (Figure 1).

If you want to mount your speakers using the supplied wall brackets, see “Mounting your speakers on a wall” on page 6.

Figure 1 Locations for attaching rubber feet to the bottom of the speakers

A CAUTION: Do not install near any heat sources, such as radia- tors, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi- ers) that produce heat.

Choosing speaker cord Be sure to use the proper gauge (thickness) of speaker cord. Stan- dard zip cord (2-conductor, 18-gauge [0.75 mm’] wire found at electrical and hardware stores) works for most applications. If the length of speaker wire extends more than 30 feet (9 m) from a receiver or amplifier, refer to “Wire recommendations” on page 7 or contact your authorized Bose dealer for more information.

A CAUTION: Before making any connections, turn off your receiver or amplifier and unplug it from the outlet (the AC power mains).

IUnpacking

Unpack the carton carefully. Save the carton and packing materi­als for possible later use. If either speaker appears damaged, donot operate either one. Repack both speakers in the original car­ton and notify your authorized Bose® dealer immediately.

Placing your Bose 161™ speakers

J Note: Your 161 speakers are magnetically shielded to preventinterference with most television screens.

For best acoustic performance, place the left channel speaker onthe left side of the room and the right channel speaker on theright, at least 5 feet (1.5 m) apart. (Refer to the label on the back ofeach speaker.) Make sure the back of each speaker is parallel tothe front wall.

For rear channel use in a home theater surround sound system,put the speakers near the back of the room, behind or to the sidesof the listening area.

Attach the supplied self-adhesive feet to the bottom surface ofeach speaker for greater stability (Figure 1).

If you want to mount your speakers using the supplied wallbrackets, see "Mounting your speakers on a wall" on page 6.

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Locations forattaching rubberfeet to the bottomof the speakers

.A. CAUTION: 00 not install near any heat sources, such as radia­tors, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi­ers) that produce heat.

Choosing speaker cordBe sure to use the proper gauge (thickness) of speaker cord. Stan­dard zip cord (2-conductor, 18-gauge [0.75 mm2

] wire found atelectrical and hardware stores) works for most applications. If thelength of speaker wire extends more than 30 feet (9 m) from areceiver or amplifier, refer to "Wire recommendations" on page 7or contact your authorized Bose dealer for more information .

.A. CAUTION: Before making any connections, turn off your receiveror amplifier and unplug it from the outlet (the AC power mains).

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Preparing speaker cord Speaker cord consists of two insulated wires. The insulation around one wire is striped, collared, or ribbed. This marked wire is always positive (+). The plain wire is always negative (-). These correspond to the positive (red) and negative (black) terminals on the back of each speaker, receiver, or amplifier. Be sure to connect each wire to the proper terminal (+ to +, -to -).

./’ Note: Be sure to cut enough cord to reach from the receiver to each speaker:

At the ends of each cord, strip approximately 112 inch (1.3 cm) of insulation from both wires. Twist the bare ends of each wire so there are no loose strands.

Connecting speaker cord to the speakers Locate the terminals on the back of each speaker. Depress the red terminal button (Figure 2), insert the marked (+) wire and release the button. Depress the black terminal button, insert the plain (-) wire and release the button.

Figure 2 Making speaker wire connections

Red (+)

Connecting speaker cord to your receiver or amplifier Connect the left speaker cord to the left channel speaker output of your receiver or amplifier. Attach the marked wire to the red (+) ter- minal and the plain wire to the black (-) terminal. In the same man- ner, connect the right speaker cord to the right channel speaker output.

A CAUTION: Make sure no loose strands of wire touch across termi- nals. This could create a short circuit that can damage an ampli- fier or receiver. Secure any loose wires before you plug in the receiver or amplifier.

> Note: If these speakers are used for the rear surround channels in a home theater system, choose the “SMALL SPEAKER” setting.

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Preparing speaker cordSpeaker cord consists of two insulated wires. The insulationaround one wire is striped, collared, or ribbed. This marked wire isalways positive (+). The plain wire is always negative (-). Thesecorrespond to the positive (red) and negative (black) terminals onthe back of each speaker, receiver, or amplifier. Be sure to connecteach wire to the proper terminal (+ to +, - to -).

) Note: Be sure to cut enough cord to reach from the receiver toeach speaker

At the ends of each cord, strip approximately 1;2 inch (1.3 cm) ofinsulation from both wires. Twist the bare ends of each wire sothere are no loose strands.

Connecting speaker cord to the speakersLocate the terminals on the back of each speaker. Depress the redterminal button (Figure 2), insert the marked (+) wire and releasethe button. Depress the black terminal button, insert the plain (-)wire and release the button.

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Connecting speaker cord to your receiver or amplifierConnect the left speaker cord to the left channel speaker output ofyour receiver or amplifier. Attach the marked wire to the red (+) ter­minal and the plain wire to the black (-) terminal. In the same man­ner, connect the right speaker cord to the right channel speakeroutput.

A CAUTION: Make sure no loose strands of wire touch across termi­nals. This could create a short circuit that can damage an ampli­fier or receiver Secure any loose wires before you plug in thereceiver or amplifier

) Note: If these speakers are used for the rear surround channels ina home theater system, choose the "SMALL SPEAKER" setting.

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Testing speaker connections 1. Center the balance control on your receiver or amplifier. Set it

for MONO, if you have that option, and turn it on.

2. Place the 161’” speakers less than 6 inches (15 cm) apart, fac- ing each other.

3. Play some deep bass passages of music.

The sound should seem to come from a point between the two speakers. The bass should be full and natural. If not, your connec- tions may be reversed, causing the speakers to play out of phase. To correct the problem, make sure the speaker wires are con- nected + to + and -to -. Then repeat steps 1 - 3.

Mounting your speakers on a wall See the back pages of this guide for a mounting template and mounting hardware information.

A CAUTION: Do not mount the brackets on surfaces that are not sturdy enough, or that have hazards concealed behind them, such as electrical wire or plumbing. If you are unsure about install- ing the bracket, contact a qualified professional installer.

A CAUTION: Do not hang items from the brackets or speakers. The brackets were designed to support the weight of the speakers only

P Note: For vertical mounting, mount part A with the hole for screw C at the bottom. Be sure to tighten all screws.

J Note: For Stereo Everywhere@ speaker performance, horizontal mounting is required.

1. Hold the mounting template in position and mark holes for the mounting hardware. If you plan to feed wires through the wall, mark the speaker wire pilot hole also.

2. Drill holes for the chosen mounting hardware.

3. Mount bracket part A to the wall and mount bracket part E3 to the rear of the speaker (Figure 3).

4. Secure the speaker with bracket part 6 to bracket pat-t A using screw C. To adjust the angle, loosen screw C slightly, move the speaker up or down, and retighten screw C.

Figure 3 Speaker-bracket installation

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Testing speaker connections1. Center the balance control on your receiver or amplifier. Set it

for MONO, if you have that option, and turn it on.

2. Place the 161 'M speakers less than 6 inches (15 cm) apart, fac-ing each other.

3. Play some deep bass passages of music.

The sound should seem to come from a point between the twospeakers. The bass should be full and natural. If not, your connec­tions may be reversed, causing the speakers to play out of phase.To correct the problem, make sure the speaker wires are con­nected + to + and - to -. Then repeat steps 1 - 3.

Mounting your speakers on a wallSee the back pages of this guide for a mounting template andmounting hardware information.

A CAUTION: 00 not mount the brackets on surfaces that are notsturdy enough, or that have hazards concealed behind them,such as electrical wire or plumbing. If you are unsure about install­ing the bracket, contact a qualified professional installer.

A CAUTION: 00 not hang items from the brackets or speakers. Thebrackets were designed to support the weight of the speakersonly

) Note: For vertical mounting, mount part A with the hole for screwC at the bottom. Be sure to tighten all screws.

) Note: For Stereo Everywhere® speaker performance, horizontalmounting is required.

1. Hold the mounting template in position and mark holes for themounting hardware. If you plan to feed wires through the wall,mark the speaker wire pilot hole also.

2. Drill holes for the chosen mounting hardware.

3. Mount bracket part A to the wall and mount bracket part B tothe rear of the speaker (Figure 3).

4. Secure the speaker with bracket part B to bracket part Ausing screw C. To adjust the angle, loosen screw C slightly,move the speaker up or down, and retighten screw C.

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Cleaning your speakers Use a damp cloth to clean your 161’” speakers. Do not use harsh chemicals or household cleaners. Do not apply liquids directly to the speakers. If you vacuum the front grille of the speakers, do so carefully.

Troubleshooting If you experience problems with your 161 speakers, the following suggestions may help. If you need additional help, contact your authorized Bose@ dealer, or contact Bose directly.

Problem What to do

Neither speaker Check the settings on your receiver or amplifier. Refer to the owners plays guide that came with it for instruction on settings.

Bass or treble is Check the tonal balance setting on your receiver or amplifier. weak

Only one speaker l Check the balance control on your receiver or amplifier. plays l Check the wires connected to the speaker that does not play. Make

sure the wires are in good condition and are firmly connected. See page 5.

One speaker still does not play

l Disconnect the wires from both the speaker and the receiver or amplifier. Disconnect the other cord from its speaker, and connect that end of the cord to the speaker that doesn’t play.

l If the speaker still doesn’t play, the problem is in the speaker. If the speaker now plays, continue checking for the source of the problem.

l Disconnect the same cord from the amplifier or receiver. Connect it to the other outputs on the amplifier or receiver.

l If the speaker plays, the problem is in the original cord that was con- nected to that speaker. If the speaker does not play, the problem is in that channel of the receiver.

Technical information Quality standard: Syncom” computer quality control

Driver complement: Two (2) 2.5” (6.3 cm) wide-range drivers per speaker

Enclosure: Tuned port, molded ABS resin

Dimensions: 4.17”H x 10.93”W x 4.98”D (10.6 cm x 27.8 cm x 12.6 cm)

Compatibility: Rated 50W IEC; compatible with amplifiers or receivers rated 1 O-l 00 watts per channel, rated 4-8 ohms

Wire recommendations: Based on a maximum frequency response deviation of +0.5 dB.

Gauge Length 18 (0.75 mm’) 30 ft (9 m) maximum 16 (1.5 mm”) 45 ft (14 m) maximum 14 (2.0 mm*) 70 ft (21 m) maximum

Weight: 8 Ibs. (3.6 kg) per pair, in the carton

Cleaning your speakersUse a damp cloth to clean your 161'" speakers. Do not use harsh chemicals orhousehold cleaners. Do not apply liquids directly to the speakers. If you vacuum thefront grille of the speakers, do so carefully.

TroubleshootingIf you experience problems with your 161 speakers, the following suggestions mayhelp. If you need additional help, contact your authorized Bose® dealer, or contactBose directly.

Problem

Neither speakerplays

Bass or treble isweak

Only one speakerplays

One speaker stilldoes not play

What to do

Check the settings on your receiver or amplifier. Refer to the ownersguide that came with it for instruction on settings.

Check the tonal balance setting on your receiver or amplifier.

• Check the balance control on your receiver or amplifier.• Check the wires connected to the speaker that does not play. Make

sure the wires are in good condition and are firmly connected. Seepage 5.

• Disconnect the wires from both the speaker and the receiver oramplifier. Disconnect the other cord from its speaker, and connectthat end of the cord to the speaker that doesn't play.

• If the speaker still doesn't play, the problem is in the speaker. If thespeaker now plays, continue checking for the source of the problem.

• Disconnect the same cord from the amplifier or receiver. Connect itto the other outputs on the amplifier or receiver.

• If the speaker plays, the problem is in the original cord that was con­nected to that speaker. If the speaker does not play, the problem is inthat channel of the receiver.

Technical informationQuality standard: Syncom® computer quality control

Driver complement: Two (2) 2.5" (6.3 cm) wide-range drivers per speaker

Enclosure: Tuned port, molded ABS resin

Dimensions: 4.17"H x 10.93"W x 4.98"0 (10.6 cm x 27.8 cm x 12.6 cm)

Compatibility: Rated 50W lEe; compatible with amplifiers or receivers rated 10-100watts per channel, rated 4-8 ohms

Wire recommendations: Based on a maximum frequency response deviation of±0.5 dB.

Gauge18 (0.75 mm2

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16 (1.5 mm2)

14 (2.0 mm2)

Length30 ft (9 m) maximum

45 ft (14 m) maximum70 ft (21 m) maximum

Weight: 8 Ibs. (3.6 kg) per pair, in the carton

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16 Which best describes your family income? 1.0 Under $15,000 7. z $100,000~$124,999 2. CI $15,000-$24,999 8. C $125,000~349,999 3. u $25,000-$34,999 9. 5 $150.000-$174,999 4. 0 $35,000-$49,999 10, r $175,000-$199,999 5. q $50,000-$74,999 11 2 $200,000-$249,999 6. C $75.000-$99,999 12. C $250.000 or over

17 Education: (Please check which category applies to you)

1 I Some high school 2. !I Completed high school 3. q College degree 4. 1 Graduate degree

18 In the last six (6) months has anyone in your household purchased any of the following items through the mail and/or over the Internet?

A Mail B Internet

1. Books/magazines -1 - 2. Children’s products 3 3

3. Clothes 1 n

4 Insurance/financial products - c 5. MusiclVideoiDVD c 6. Travel I- - 7 Other

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19b 7 Check here if you do not want to hear about other Bose products

1% 7 Check here if you do not wish to receive information from other reputable companies that offer new and exciting products and services.

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1. 0 Under $15,000 7. [J $100,000-$124,999

2. [J $15,000-$24,999 8. [$125,000-$149,999

3. 0 $25,000-$34,999 9. [J $150,000-$174,999

4. D $35,000-$49,999 10. == $175,000-$199,999

5. D $50,000-$74,999 11 :J $200,000-$249,999

6. [$75,000-$99,999 12. [ $250,000 or over

17 Education: (Please check which category applies to you)

1 C Some high school

2. C Completed high school

3. D College degree

4. J Graduate degree

18 In the last six (6) months has anyone in your household purchased any of the

following items through the mail and/or over the Internet?

A Mail B Internet

1. Books/magazines

2. Children's products

3. Clothes

4 Insurance/financial products

5. MusicNideo/DVD

6. Travel

7 Other

19a 0 Some Bose' systems contain software which is critical for their operation

We may offer software upgrades in the future to enhance your system

functionality. Please check here if you do not want to be contacted

regarding software upgrades

19b J Check here if you do not want to hear about other Bose products

19c 0 Check here if you do not wish to receive information from other reputable

companies that offer new and exciting products and services.

PLEASE FOLD AND SEAL WITH TAPE BEFORE MAILING.DO NOT STAPLE.

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Limited Warranty Bose@ Product

Please Keep This Warranty Information Card With Your Owner’s Guide.

What is covered: All patts defective 111 material and workmanship This limited warranty does not cover a defect that has resulted from improper or unreasonable use or maintenance, accident. excess moisture, improper packing, lightning, power surges, or unauthorized tampering. alteration or modification

Limitation on Liability: THE PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WRlnEN WAR- RANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Notwithstanding the above, where applicable, if you qualify as a “consumer” under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, then you may be entitled to any implied warranties allowed by law for the period of the express war- ranty as set forth below Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied war- ranty lasts. so the above limitation lnay not apply to you

For how long: The Bose Limited Warranty lasts one year from the purchase date for electronic products. systems, and powered speaker components. and five yeaIs for speaker components that are not self-powered (amplified) Integrated. stereo, and home theater systems have a one year Limited Warranty Additionally. the 131 marine speakers have a three year Limited Warranty Powered component speakers lhave a one year Limited Warranty term for the elec- tronics and five years for the speakers The Headset X lhas a two year Limited Warranty. excluding the ear cushions. which have a 6 month Limited Warranty The QuietComfort”’ headset has a 1 yeai Limited Warranty Please see your Owner’s Guide for details For the Limited Warranty on professional products, please refet to your Owner’s Guide for details

We will, at out sole option 1 epair OI t eplace any defective parts within a reasonable period of time and free of charge

What we will not do: Pay shipping or transportation ciiarges from you to us

What you must do to obtain Warranty Service: 1 Return product with proof of purchase tram an authorized Bose dealer to a Bose Service

Agency, OI 2 Return product with proof of purchase from an authorized Bose dealer directly to Bose

Corporation If you elect to retur Ii the product directly to Bose Corporation. the following pro- cedures must be followed a) Contact Bose Corporation loi specific retut n and shipping instructions, which will include

but inay not be limited to: i)i Properly packing the product in the original carton for shipping If you need a new car-

ton contact Bose Corporation for a [new calton available at a lnominal charge,

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Limited WarrantyBose® Product

Please Keep This Warranty InformationCard With Your Owner's Guide.

What is covered:All paris defective in material and workmanship This limited warranty does not cover a

I defect that has resulted from improper or unreasonable use or maintenance, accident,excess moisture, improper packing, lightning, power surges, or unauthorized tampering.alteration or modification

limitation on Liability:I THE PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WRITIEN WAR­

RANTY, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITIEN OR ORAL, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OFMERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Notwitl1standing the above,

. where applicable, if you qualify as a"consumer" under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, thenyou may be entitled to any implied warranties allowed by law for the period of the express war­

, ranty as set forth below Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied war­I ranty lasts. so the above limitation may not apply to you

For how long:The Bose Limited Warranty lasts one year from the purchase date for electronic products.systems, and powered speaker components, and five year s for speaker components that arenot self-powered (amplified) Integrated, stereo, and home theater systems have a one year

I Limited Warranty Additionally, the 131 marine speakers have a three year Limited! Warranty Powered component speakers 11ave aone year Limited War ranty term for the elec­

tmnics and five years for the speakers The Headset X has a two year Limited Warranty,excluding the ear cushions, which 11ave a 6 month Limited Warranty The OuietComfort"headset has a 1 year Limited Warranty Please see yOlll Owner's Guide for details For the

I Limited Warranty on professional products, please refel to youl Owner's Guide fOl' details

IWhat we will do:. We will, at OUI sale option. Iepair 01 Ieplace any defective parts within a reasonable period of

time and fme of cll3lge

What we will not do:Pay shipping or transportation cl1arges from you to us

I What you must do to obtain Warranty Service:11 Return product with proof of purr,hase tram an authorized Bose dealer to a Bose Service

! Agency, 01; 2 Return product witl1 proof of purcllase from an autl10rized Bose dealeI directly to Bose; Corporation If you elect to return tile product directly to Bose Corporation, the following pro-~ cedures must be followed~ a) Contact Bose Corporation fOI specifiC retuln and shipping instructions, which will includei but may not be limited toI I)) Properly packmg the plocluct in the original carton for shipping If you need a new car­

ton, contact Bose COIpoiation fOI a 11ew calion available at a nominal charge,

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c) Labeling and shipping, freight prepaid, to Bose Corporation, Product and Technical Support, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 or the one provided by Bose Corporation You may also write to this address to obtain information about this limited warranty

d) Placing any necessary return authorization number prominently on the outside of the car- ton. (Cartons not bearinq a return authorization number where required will be refused.1

Exclusive Remedy: This limited warranty is fully transferable provided that the current owner furnishes the original proof of purchase from an authorized Bose dealer THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF BOSE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT IN NO EVENT SHALL BOSE BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES Some places do not allow limitations on the exclusion or limitation of relief, special, incidental, consequential or indirect damages, or the limitation of liability to specified amounts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you

Other conditions: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if the label bearing the serial number has been removed or defaced

Bose Corporation thanks you for your recent Bose product purchase, We know it will give you years of satisfaction. For your benefit. we recommend that you record your serial number(s), found on the product(s), and other purchase information on this card and keep it with your personal records along with proof of purchase If necessary, this information will allow us to better serve your needs

Model Name or Number ~_

Serial Number(s):

Date Purchased ~~ ~ ~~~

Dealer’s Name:

Dealer’s Address:

Please refer to your Owner’s Guide for the list of Warranty Service Centers.

Please send any correspondence regarding product information or warranty services to:

Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 (508) 879-7330 or toll-free (800) 444-BOSE

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c) Labeling and shipping, freight prepaid, to Bose Corporation, Product and TechnicalSupport, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 or the one provided by BoseCorporation You may also write to this address to obtain information about this limitedwarranty

d) Placing any necessary return authorization number prominently on the outside of the car-ton. (Cartons not bearing a return authorization number where required will be refused.)

Exclusive Remedy:This limited warranty is fully transferable provided that the current owner furnishes the originalproof of purchase from an authorized Bose dealer THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF BOSE SHALLNOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT IN NO EVENTSHALL BOSE BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGESSome places do not allow limitations on the exclusion or limitation of relief, special, incidental.consequential or indirect damages, or the limitation of liability to specified amounts, so theabove limitations or exclusions may not apply to you

Other conditions:This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights whichvary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if the label bearingthe serial number has been removed or defaced

••••Bose Corporation thanks you for your recent Bose product purchase.We know it will give you years of satisfaction.For your benefit, we recommend that you record your serial number(s), found on the product(s),and other purchase information on this card and keep it with your personal records along withproof of purchase If necessary, this information will allow us to better serve your needs

Model Name or Number

Serial Number(s): _

Date Purchased

Dealer's Name:

Dealer's Address

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Please refer to your Owner's Guide for the list of Warranty Service Centers.

Please send any correspondence regarding product informationor warranty services to:

Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168(508) 879-7330 or toll-free (800) 444-BOSE