Bose 201 - Manual (Page 4)

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Setting Up
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Before you begin
Your Bose ® 201 ® Series IV Direct/Reflecting ® speakers are designed to create a listening
experience that is very similar to a live concert. There are two basic ways to place your
speakers in a room. Try both and let your personal taste determine which is best.
The first way takes advantage of Stereo Targeting ® technology, with the tweeters firing
inward to create an intimate or focused sound pattern (Figure 1, position 1). This may be the
best choice for use with a video system, or if your room lacks one or more reflecting walls.
The second way allows the tweeters to fire outward to disperse a wider, more spacious
sound (Figure 1, position 2). You may find this best for music recorded in live settings.
Your 201 Series IV speakers are significantly different from conventional ones, so be sure to
read this owner’s guide. It will help you set up and use your speakers properly, for the
greatest enjoyment.
Unpack the carton
Carefully unpack the carton and save all packing materials for possible future use. Check
the carton contents (Figure 2). Now is a good time to record the speaker serial numbers on
page 2 of this guide and on your warranty card.
Do not use your speakers if either appears damaged. Instead, repack both speakers in the
original carton and notify your authorized Bose dealer immediately.
Figure 1
201 ® Series IV Direct/Reflecting ®
tweeter sound patterns. The
woofer sound pattern is not
shown.
Right speaker
Left speaker
Rubber feet
Figure 2
Product contents