Bose 033975 Owners Guide - Page 17

Rear panel input/outputs The rear panel of your Wave® music system III provides connections for external equipment. ANTENNAS 2.5 mm DAB and 3.5 mm FM antenna (75) connectors Bose® link Connects to Bose® link-enabled products AUX IN 3.5 mm stereo input connector for external sources 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® music system III. HEADPHONE connector CONNECTING OTHER EQUIPMENT Note: If an alarm sounds while using headphones, it will sound through the Wave® music system III speakers. 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® music system III. Connecting an audio device to your Wave® music system III requires one of the following cables: • Male-to-male 3.5 mm stereo cable • 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® music system 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® music system. Because headphone volume levels may vary from speaker volume levels, be sure to lower the volume of the Wave® music system III before connecting or disconnecting headphones. Dual RCA male to 3.5mm male stereo cable 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the AUX IN connector on the rear panel of your Wave® music system III. 3. Press to turn on the system and select the AUX input. Note: If your Wave® music system III is connected to a Bose® link accessory, pressing AUX will toggle between the AUX device input and the Bose link input. English - 17