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Bose Wave III User Manual

Bose Wave III
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WAVE
®
MUSIC SYSTEM III
Owner’s Guide
©2012 Bose Corporation, The Mountain,
Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA
AM352154 Rev.00
WMS III_OG_Cover_ENG.fm Page 1 Wednesday, November 30, 2011 1:27 PM

Table of Contents

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Bose Wave III Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tuner BandsAM/FM
ClockYes
Remote ControlYes
CD PlayerYes
TypeRadio
Media TypeCD
Power SourceAC
Weight8.6 lbs

Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

Class 1 laser product

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Information about products that generate electrical noise

Product data logger

For your records

Antenna grounding

SETTING UP YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

Unpacking

Check the shipping carton for included items.

Selecting a location

Position the system on a flat surface for optimal audio performance, away from moisture.

Connecting to power

Connect the power cord to the system and an electrical outlet.

Setting the clock

Use the remote to set the current time on the system's display.

SETTING UP YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

Introduction

Welcome to the Bose Wave music system III, offering high-quality sound.

The demonstration CD

Listen to the provided CD to experience the system's audio capabilities.

The benefits of research

Learn about the patented acoustic waveguide speaker technology.

Special Features

Highlights key features like alarm settings and MP3 playback.

OPERATING YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

Remote control

Guide to using buttons on the remote for system operation.

Touch pad

Instructions for using the touch-sensitive control on the unit.

OPERATING YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

Reading the display

Explanation of the system's display indicators and information.

Turning the Wave® music system III on and off

Methods to power the system on, off, or to standby mode.

Controlling the volume

How to adjust the listening volume using the remote or touch pad.

Setting the Sleep timer

Configure the system to automatically shut off after a set period.

LISTENING TO RADIO

Selecting the radio band

Switch between FM and AM radio frequencies.

Listening to FM/AM radio

Information on RDS display and tuning to stations.

Tuning to an FM/AM station

Methods for finding radio stations using Seek/Track and Tune/MP3.

Storing FM/AM radio station presets

Save favorite radio stations for quick access using Preset buttons.

TALK RADIO mode

Adjusts audio for talk radio broadcasts to improve clarity.

PLAYING COMPACT DISCS

Playing audio compact discs (CDs)

Instructions for inserting and playing standard audio CDs.

CD Play Modes

Options for playback like Normal, Shuffle, and Repeat.

Playing music file (MP3) CDs

Guidance on playing MP3 files from CD-R/RW discs.

PLAYING COMPACT DISCS

Navigating through music files

How to move between folders and tracks on MP3 CDs.

Play modes for music file CDs

Playback options specific to music files on CDs.

SETTING AND USING THE ALARMS

Introduction

Overview of the system's two independent alarms.

Using the Alarm buttons

How to operate alarms using the remote control buttons.

Alarm status indicators

Understanding the symbols indicating alarm status on the display.

Setting the alarms

Step-by-step guide to configuring alarm time and source.

SETTING AND USING THE ALARMS

Turning an alarm on or off

Activate or deactivate individual alarms.

Snoozing an alarm

Temporarily silence a sounding alarm.

Stopping a sounding alarm

How to completely stop an active alarm.

CONNECTING OTHER EQUIPMENT

Rear panel input/outputs

Details of connectors on the rear panel for external devices.

Using headphones

Connect headphones for private listening and how volume is affected.

Using the AUX IN connector

Connect external audio sources like TVs or DVD players.

CONNECTING OTHER EQUIPMENT

Using an external antenna

Instructions for connecting an external antenna for improved FM reception.

Connecting to a Lifestyle® system

Integrate the system as part of a multi-room Bose Lifestyle setup.

PERSONALIZING YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

The setup menu

Access and navigate system settings for customization.

PERSONALIZING YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

Adjusting the snooze time

Set the duration for the snooze function.

Turning RDS on or off

Enable or disable Radio Data System information display.

Selecting the continuous play source

Choose an automatic source to play after a CD.

Changing the time format

Switch between 12-hour (AM/PM) and 24-hour time display.

PERSONALIZING YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

Adjusting the display brightness

Set high and low brightness levels for the display.

Setting the room code

Configure room code for Bose link system integration.

Turning the touch pad on or off

Enable or disable the unit's touch control panel.

Changing the system standby timeout

Adjust the automatic standby time for the system.

PERSONALIZING YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

Performing a system reset

Restore the system to its original factory settings.

MAINTAINING YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common system problems and issues.

MAINTAINING YOUR WAVE® MUSIC SYSTEM III

Replacing the remote control battery

Instructions for changing the battery in the remote control.

Cleaning

Guidelines for safely cleaning the system's enclosure.

Customer service

Information on obtaining support and replacement parts.

Limited warranty

Details of the product's warranty coverage and service procedures.

Technical information

Specifications including power, dimensions, and weight.

CONTACT INFORMATION

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