Owning a speaker system is a dream for many who don’t have one already. Bose offers an array of speakers that make possible realistic home theatre sound. With the introduction of Bose Acoustimass, the movies and television shows that provided just entertainment in the past have transformed into things that offer experiences that are close to real life.
With many speakers included in the system, you will not hear sound from all of them at all times. Different sounds are sent to different speakers or groups of speakers to create a feeling as if you are in the center of the action. Read more to know more about Bose Acoustimass.
Further reading: Bose Speakers: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide
What is a Bose Acoustimass?
Bose Acoustimass is a speaker system that promises spacious surround sound for rooms large and small. A powerful Acoustimass module is equipped with two high-performance drivers to provide brilliant low note effects. It delivers loud and deep bass to offer rich levels of dimension.
Some of the popular systems from Bose include Bose Acoustimass 3, Bose Acoustimass 5, Bose Acoustimass 6, and Bose Acoustimass 7, to name a few. All these speaker systems need to be connected with an A/V receiver for that experience to resemble a real theatre. The Acoustimass module comes with adjustable controls for volume and low-frequency effects. It is not just the high performance that has attracted users to the system but also the ease of installation.
How Can I Use Bose Acoustimass with Receivers?
Bose Acoustimass requires an A/V receiver of certain specifications to work at its optimum level. Any brand of receiver works fine with the system provided it has the appropriate specification. The Bose system has no module built inside it to power it. This is the reason why external receivers are preferred. You are lucky if you already have a receiver that can be connected to Bose Acoustimass. If not, you may have to buy one that is not any less in quality than the speakers.
How to connect Bose Acoustimass 3 to Receiver
Follow the steps to connect Bose Acoustimass 3 to Receiver.
Set up the components
Place the speakers and the Acoustimass in the right places. Ensure that the distance is good enough for the supplied cable to connect the speakers to the Acoustimass module.
Check the cables and connections
The provided cables have two leads – the plain lead is negative, and the red or striped one is positive. Connect these leads to their corresponding terminals at the back of the speaker and an Acoustimass module. Press the red tab and insert the striped or red lead and release the tab. Similarly, insert the plain lead in the black tab.
Link the cube speakers to the Acoustimass module
Remove the plastic covers on the back of the cube speakers. Take the first cable and connect one of its ends to the terminal on the back of the left speaker and the other end to the left terminals on the back of the Acoustimass module where it is written ‘OUTPUTS TO CUBE SPEAKERS.’ Repeat it with the other cable by connecting the right speaker to the right module outputs. Do not forget to replace the plastic covers on the back of the cube speakers.
Connect the Acoustimass module to the receiver
The third cable should be connected between the left channel terminals on the Acoustimass module where it is written ‘INPUTS FROM AMP OR RECEIVER’ and the output terminals of the left speaker on the receiver. Use the fourth cable to repeat it for the right channel.
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How to connect Bose Acoustimass 5 to Receiver
Follow the steps to connect Bose Acoustimass 5 to Receiver.
- First, connect the wires of the speaker to the terminal marked ‘INPUTS FROM AMP OR RECEIVER’ on the back of the Acoustimass module. For this, the marked wire has to be connected to the positive terminal of the left pair of input terminals. Next, the unmarked wire has to be connected to the negative terminal of the left pair of input terminals. Repeat both these steps for the right pair of input terminals.
- The other ends of the cables must be connected to the speaker terminals of the receiver. For this, the marked wire connected to the left pair of input terminals on the module is to be connected to the positive terminals of the receiver. The unmarked wire connected to the left pair of input terminals on the module should be connected to the negative terminals of the receiver. Repeat both the steps with the wires connected to the right pair of input terminals on the module and the right pair of input terminals on the receiver.
How to connect Bose Acoustimass 6 series iii to Receiver
Follow the steps to connect Bose Acoustimass 6 series iii to Receiver.
- First, the multi-pin connector on the cable is to be inserted into the input jack on the Acoustimass module. Tighten the thumbscrews.
- The next step is to connect each pair of the wires on the other end of the system input cable to the receiver with audio output terminals marked Right, Left, and Centre for the front audio channels and Right Surround and Left Surround for the rear channels.
- Connect each red wire to the appropriate positive terminal and each plain wire to the appropriate negative terminal.
How to connect Bose Acoustimass 7 to Receiver
Follow the steps to connect Bose Acoustimass 7 to Receiver.
- The end of the speaker cable is to be connected to the ‘INPUT FROM AMP OR RECEIVER’ terminals on the Acoustimass module marked RIGHT.
- The other end is to be connected to the RIGHT FRONT SPEAKER terminals on the receiver.
- Connect the ‘INPUT FROM AMP OR RECEIVER’ terminals on the Acoustimass module marked LEFT to the LEFT FRONT SPEAKER terminals on the receiver.
- Connect the ‘INPUT FROM AMP OR RECEIVER’ terminals on the Acoustimass module marked CENTER to the CENTER SPEAKER terminals on the receiver.
To connect the cube speakers:
- One of the cables has to be connected to a cube speaker array.
- Connect the other end to the ‘OUTPUT TO CUBE SPEAKERS terminals on the Acoustimass module that are marked RIGHT.
- Connect the second cube speaker array to the ‘OUTPUT TO CUBE SPEAKERS terminals on the Acoustimass module that are marked LEFT.
- Connect the third cube speaker array to the ‘OUTPUT TO CUBE SPEAKERS terminals on the Acoustimass module that are marked CENTER.
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How to connect Bose Acoustimass 10 to Receiver
Follow the steps to connect Bose Acoustimass 10 to Receiver.
- First, the multi-pin connector on the cable is to be inserted into the input jack on the Acoustimass module. Tighten the thumbscrews.
- The next step is to connect each pair of the wires on the other end of the system input cable to the receiver that has audio output terminals marked Right, Left, and Centre for the front audio channels and Right Surround and Left Surround for the rear channels.
- Connect each red wire to the appropriate positive terminal and each plain wire to the appropriate negative terminal.
How to connect Bose Acoustimass 25 to Receiver
Follow the steps to connect Bose Acoustimass 25 to Receiver.
- Match the cables to the appropriate speaker location. Surround speaker cables have orange connectors marked with L, R, and C at one end. The red collars on the + wire are marked LEFT and RIGHT. Front speaker cables have blue connectors marked with L, R, and C at one end. The red collars on the + wire are marked LEFT, RIGHT, and CENTER.
- The wire end of one speaker cable has to be connected to the terminals on the back of the corresponding cube speaker array. Connect each wire to the corresponding terminal, red to red and black to black. Do this for all the five cube speaker arrays.
- Each cable has to be connected to the corresponding jack on the Acoustimass module. Connect the orange connectors to the corresponding left surround and right surround jacks. Connect the blue connectors to the corresponding left front, center, and right front jacks.
To connect the Acoustimass module to the music center:
- Connect the small black multi-pin connector to the jack on the back of the music center marked SPEAKER ZONE 1.
- The right-angle multi-pin connector on the other end of the audio input cable has to be inserted into the AUDIO INPUT jack on the module. Extend the audio input cable as much as possible.
FAQs:
How do I reset my Bose Acoustimass?
You can easily reset Bose Acoustimass with just three steps.
- Power off the system
- The power cord has to be disconnected from the Acoustimass module for 30 seconds
- Now, Bose 321 will appear and then disappear from the system console display
Can you wire Bose speakers directly to the receiver?
Yes, Bose speakers can be connected directly to a receiver using the cables provided with the system. The only requirement is that the receiver quality must be on par with the speaker’s to ensure optimum performance.
Can Bose Acoustimass work with any receiver?
Bose Acoustimass works well with A/V receivers rated from 4ohms to 8ohms and 10-200 watts per channel. This means that Bose Acoustimass is compatible with entry-level receivers within the given specifications.
Is it possible to connect Bose Acoustimass wirelessly to the receiver?
Bose Acoustimass comes with Bluetooth functionality to help connect it with other devices without using wires. If the receiver has wireless capabilities like Bluetooth, it can be connected to Bose Acoustimass wirelessly. If not, you will have to invest in a speaker wireless connection kit to make it possible.
Is it possible to use an old receiver with Bose Acoustimass?
Yes, it is possible to use an old receiver with Bose Acoustimass. A/V receivers rated from 4ohms to 8ohms and 10-200 watts per channel are compatible with Bose Acoustimass. Remember to check the specification before connecting.
Which is the best receiver for Bose Acoustimass?
Yamaha RX-V685 is one of the best A/V receivers for Bose Acoustimass. It promises powerful sounds to make for the best home cinema experience.
Can I connect my Bose speakers directly to my receiver?
Yes, Bose speakers can be connected directly to a receiver. The only requirement is that the receiver quality must match the quality of the speaker to ensure optimum performance.
Do I need a receiver for Bose Acoustimass 10?
As Bose Acoustimass 10 is a surround sound speaker package, it requires a separate amplifier or receiver to power it.
How do I connect a regular receiver to a Bose Acoustimass
Connecting a regular receiver to a Bose Acoustimass can convert the Bose speaker plug to standard speaker cables. This can be accomplished using a Bose speaker adapter.
Can I use Bose Acoustimass without a receiver?
As Bose Acoustimass is a surround sound speaker package, it requires a separate amplifier or receiver to power it.
Can Bose Acoustimass 6 work with any receiver?
Bose Acoustimass 6 systems are 5.1 speaker systems that work with receivers rated 4 to 8 ohms and 10 to 150 watts per channel. Any receiver that comes within this specification is compatible with Bose Acoustimass 6.
Conclusion
Connecting Bose Acoustimass to a receiver is effortless if you follow the instructions given in this guide. But there are a few things you have to keep in mind to enjoy the experience to the fullest. Select the best locations for each speaker and keep them on a level and stable surfaces. Use the rubber feet provided to keep the center speaker for greater stability. When connecting the cables, always link them to the right terminals and double-check connections later to avoid future issues. While connecting, taking great care ensures that your Bose Acoustimass always delivers its optimum performance.