Bose 161 speakers Sold from August 2001 to present User Manual

 
Bose 
® 
 161 
TM 
 Speakers 
Owner’s Guide
October 26, 2001 
AM257524_01_V.pdf 

 
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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 10(1) of the 
Directive, is in compliance with the following norm(s) or document(s):
Technical regulations: EN 50081-1, EN 50082-1
Accredited by Bose Corporation
1 May 2001
Bose Products...

 
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Where to find … 
Before you begin  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
For your records   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Setup  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Unpacking  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Placing your Bose 161 
™ 
 speakers   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

 
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Setup
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 161 
™ 
 speakers 
Note:   
Your 161 speakers are magnetically shielded to prevent 
interference with most television screens.  
For best acoustic performance, place the left...

 
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Setup
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...

 
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Setup
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...

 
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Reference
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. 
Technical...

 
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Reference 

 
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A
B
C
2 23/64 (60 mm)
1/4
 (6 mm)
9/16
 (13 mm)
1/4
 (6 mm)
1/8
 (3 mm)
1 3/16 (30 mm)
Drilling template
Optional speaker cord pilot hole 

 
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1/8
 (3 mm)1/4
 (6 mm)1/8
 (3 mm)
1/2 
—  9/16
(12-13 mm)1/4
(6 mm)1/2 
—  9/16
(12-13 mm)
Wood wall
Masonry wall
Wallboard wall
#10 x 11/2 in.
(#10 x 40 mm)
#10
#10-24 x 3 in.
(M5 x 75 mm)#10 x 1
1/2 in. 
(#10 x 40 mm)
A
A
A