Bose Wave Radio III Owner's guide - Page 13

Rear panel input/outputs The rear panel of your Wave® radio III provides connections for external equipment. FM ANTENNA 3.5 mm FM antenna (75) connector Bose® link Connects to Bose® link-enabled products AUX IN 3.5 mm stereo input connector for external sources CONNECTING OTHER EQUIPMENT To change the headphones volume: Press Volume or to adjust the listening level of your headphones. Using the AUX IN connector When using a TV, DVD player, computer, video game or other audio source, you can enhance your listening experience by playing the audio device through your Wave® radio III. Connecting an audio device to your Wave® radio III requires one of the following cables: • Male-to-male 3.5 mm stereo cable HEADPHONES A 3.5 mm stereo headphone connector (system speakers are muted when headphones are connected) Using headphones For private listening, connect headphones to the headphone connector on the rear panel of the Wave® radio III. HEADPHONES connector • Dual RCA male to 3.5 mm male stereo cable To obtain the correct cable, contact Bose® Customer Service or visit a local electronics store. See the contact information inside the back cover of this guide. To connect an audio device, such as your TV, to your Wave® radio III: 1. Connect one end of the stereo cable to the output of the audio device. AUX IN connector (Headphones not included) The speakers are automatically muted when you plug in your headphones. CAUTION: Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. It is best to avoid extreme volume when using headphones, especially for extended periods. Note: The speakers will automatically unmute when headphones are disconnected from the Wave® radio III. Because headphone volume levels may vary from speaker volume levels, be sure to lower the volume of the Wave® radio III before connecting or disconnecting headphones. Note: If an alarm sounds while using headphones, it will sound through the Wave® radio III speakers. Dual RCA male to 3.5 mm male stereo cable 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the AUX IN connector on the rear panel of your Wave® radio III. 3. Press to turn on the Wave® radio III and select the AUX input. Note: If your Wave® radio III is connected to a Bose® link accessory, pressing AUX will toggle between the AUX device input and the Bose link input. English - 13