BOSTON ACOUSTICS Speakers Manual L0711141

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This symbol found on the apparatus
arising from dangerous

indicates

American

hazards

Users:

Note: This equipment

voltages,

has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
This symbol found on the apparatus
should read all safety statements

indicates the user

found in the user manual.

Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
against harmful interference
ment generates,

This symbol found on the apparatus
double insulation

indicates

Warning!
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical
expose this apparatus

in a residential

uses, and can radiate radio frequency

guarantee

that interference

this equipment

shock, do not

reception,

to rain or moisture.

will not occur in a particular installation

does cause harmful interference

which can be determined

more of the following

by turning the equipment off and

Keep these instructions.

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

3.
4.

Heed alI warnings.
Follow all instructions.

increase

Do not use this apparatus

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings.
the manufacturer's
instructions.

the separation

between the equipment

and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outtet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.

near water.

Consult the dealer or an experienced
Install in accordance

Caution:

(including

amplifiers)

for help.

Unauthorized

changes

or modifications

to the receiver could

void the user s authority to operate the equipment.

that
_

produce heat
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized

radio/TV technician

with

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

or grounding-

type plug. A polarized ptug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding-type

by one or

measures:

Read these instructions.

to radio or television

to try to correct the interference

registers, stoves, or other apparatus

energy and, if

not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no

on, the user is encouraged

protection

installation. This equip-

plug has two blades and a third grounding

Canadian

Users:

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003
Cet appareil numedque de classe Best conforme a la norme
NMB-003 du Canada

prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician

for replacement

receptacles,

and the point where they exit

from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories
12. Unplug this apparatus

during lightning storms or when unused for

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
as power-supply

to rain or moisture,

Servicing

RLAN - Radio Local Area Network Equipment
AT

FR
IT

has been damaged in any way, such

cord or plug is damaged,

or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
exposed

European Users:

specified by the manufacturer.

long periods of time.
required when the apparatus

of the obsolete outlet

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience

liquid has been spilled
the apparatus

has been

does not operate normally, or has

This equipment may only be used indoors in FR.
This equipment may only be used in one's own premises in IT
This equipment is for private use only in LU
Operation is not allowed within a radius of 20 km from the centre
of Ny-,&,lesund in NO

been dropped.
14. Maintain a minimum distance of 2" (50ram) around the front, rear,
and sides of the apparatus for sufficient ventilation
should not be impeded by covering
placing on or around the apparatus
table-cloths,

curtains,

The ventilation

the ventilation openings or
items such as newspapers,

etc

15. No open flame sources,

such as lighted candles, should be

placed on the apparatus
16. The apparatus

Hereby, Boston Acoustics, Inc. 300 Jubilee Drive, Peabody, MA 01960
USA, declares that this TVee Model 2 is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
1999/5/E0. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity (DOC) may be
obtained from:

shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.

No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
17. Either the power inlet connector on the rear of the apparatus or
the power plug at the walt must remain accessible, to be able to
disconnect power from the apparatus.
18. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains,
disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.

Oliver Kriete
Boston Acoustics, Division
Beemdstraat 11
5653 MA Eindhoven
The Netherlands

of D&M Europe B.V.

The Parts of TVee

Audio connection

I0
1

Status Indicator

Power Button

Mute Button

Volume

Lights in various colors to indicate operating
Lets you manually activateTVee
Lets you temporarily

Up and Down Buttons

muteTVee.

Wireless ID Switch

Selects the"channel"for

Trim Level Switch

Adjuststhe

Inputs

Power Input

Power On/Off Switch

TVee" section for more information.

Connect the power supply 10 here.

Power Supply

Turns the TVee soundbar on or off. Normally it is left on all the time.

Provides power to the soundbar. Plug it into the wall and connect

____\

it to the power input 8.

I/
T

Status indicator
Normal power-on mode.

Green Steady
Green Blinks

the wireless Bass Unit signal. Set 11 in the same position.

input sensitivity of TVee.

Receives the input signal for theTVee. See the"Connect

Soundbar

status. See the table below.

or put it in standby mode.

Let you manually adjust the volume of theTVee.

cable

Once

Shows a remote control signal is being received.

Orange

Flashing

TVee is ready to learn a remote control command.

Orange

Steady

The control button that's learning a control command is selected;TVee waiting
foran IRcommand to learn.

Flashing

Green

TVee has successfu/y learned a remote control command.

Flashing

Red

TVee has failed to learn a remote control command.

Flashing

Red and Orange

Indicates learned IRcodes successfully erased.

POWER

FUSE
TI A/250V

16
AC120V/60HZ

o
MI

Wireless ID Switch

Volume

Sdects the"channe]"for the wirdess bass unit signak Set in the same position as5.

Status Indicator

14
15

Power On/Off Switch Turns theTVee bassunit on or off. Normally it is left on all the time.
Power Fuse Protects the bass unit.

PowerCord

AdJuststhe volume of the bass unit to balance with the soundbar.
Lights red when the bass unit is active and green when it is in standby mode.

Hug it into an AC outlet.

Specifications
System Power

] O0 watts

Dimensions

Soundbar

3_/4x 31 x 4" (93 x 788 x 102m m)

Bass Unit

gT/_,x 11/2 x 11½"(240 x 292 x 292)

Soundbar

8.4 Ibs (3.gkg)

Bass Unit

11 Ibs (Skg)

(H x W x r))

Weight

About TVee
Congratulations

or] selecting TVee for your home entertainment

unprecedented

ease of use. From two compact

to your television

entertainment

components,

system.TVee

combines

the famous Boston sound with

TVee delivers sound that will add an entirely new dimension

experience. Powerful amplifiers and 3D sound processing

circuitry ensure exciting

formance. Wireless connection

between

performance

If necessary, TVee can even learn the control signals from your remote control for maximum

and convenience.

ease of use and totally transparent

the soundbar and bass unit makesTVee easy to setup

per

operation.

P|a¢ing TVee
You're probably anxious to start using your TVee so let's get started. First you should
position theTVee components.The

soundbar should place so it is centered with theTV

screen, it can be front of the television. Or if your television

is housed in furniture

that

has a shelf right above the screen the soundbar can go there. But avoid places that are
semi-enclosed.

That can upset the natural sound balance of TVee.There

the back of the soundbar cabinet to facilitate

The bass unit is easy. It can gojust

hanging

about anywhere

in the room. Since it gets its signal

wirelessly you don't need to worry about connections.
Corner placement

can help reinforce bass output.

are keyholes in

it on a wall.

Just plug it into an AC outlet.

the ideal combination

Connect TVee
Next you need to get an input signal into theTVee
are two likely sources for a signal

your television

soundbar. All it takes is tile audio connection
or a cable television

is for this purpose tile same as a cable box. For simplicity

The main advantage

of getting

connection

cable that is supplied.There

box. (The control box for a satellite system

we'll call it a cable box, but it could be either one.)

the signal from the cable box is that it is easier to set up. But if you have multiple

sources, such as a DVD player, in addition

signal

to the cable signal you might need to get tile signal from theTV so you can enjoy

theTVee sound with all of your media.

The bass unit receives a wireless audio signal from the soundbar

Television

you just need to plug it into your AC outlet.

Cable or Satellite

Box

Power supply cord

Fire Up TVee!
Now tile fur] starts. Connect the power supply to tile soundbar, turn on its power switd]
Turn on the other components
try turning

up the volume of TVee using its volume control buttons.

IfTVee is connected

to the television try adjusting the volume

changes it shows that TVee is connected

to a "variable"output

That makes things easy. You can ignore the"Control

If the TVee is connected
a way of turning
impossible

and] the one or] the bass unit

in your system and tune in a familiar channel. You should hear sound from TVee. If you don't,

using the television

remote control.

TVee" section on the following

to the television it is likely that the television

page.

speakers are also playing. Most modern televisions

off the internal speakers. There are hundred of models of televisions

to give specific instructions

response and improved

than the television. Use the following

definition.

find the setting to turn off the internal speakers.

will tremendously

enhance the sound of the television

However, to get the most from TVee youll want it to be louder

steps to adjust the volume balance:

Teach TVee to respond to the volume

Turn down the volume of the television all the way using the control buttons

Use the volume control buttons

section for information

have

so it is

button. Press it and you'll see an on-screen menu. Look for

and select it. This is where you1] probably

If you cannot turn off the internal speakers it is not a problem.TVee
speakers with extended

from dozens on manufacturers

on how to do that. But most use a similar procedure.

Look on the remote control for your television for a"menu"od'setup"
an option to control audio functions

If the volume level

The mute control of the television remote should also work.

up and down control commands

of your television remote. (See the"Control

on how to do that.)
on the set.

on soundbar to set the volume of TVee to a normal listening

level.

TVee"

After
thisadjustment
TVee
should
always
belouder
thanthetelevision
speaker.Then
you can
control to adjust the volume

use the television

remote

as you normally do.

Fine Tune Tree
Now that things are up and running, it's time to adjust the bass unit to blend with the soundbar speakers so tile system
produces the balanced, natural Boston sound. Start with the bass unit volume control at the middle of its rotation
a variety of source material

range. Play

some music, a movie sound track with dynamic special effects, some spoken dialog. Adjust the

volume up and down a bit from the starting

point until you have a setting that produces a natural sound with all the various

types of program material.

Control TVee
If you have TVee connected

to a tdevision,

not change the volume of theTVee
level output

cable, or satellite box and changing

system, then the output TVee is connected

tile volume with your system remote does
to is a "c:onstant levd"output.

With a constant

you will want to program TVee to respond to the remote control codes of your television remote, or any other

remote control you want to use. The goal is to be able to use one remote control. Here's how to do it.

Say you want TVee to learn the"mute"command

of your remote control.
1
2

Press and hold the Power and A "Volume Up" buttons

until the

status indicator flashes orange.
2

Press the button you want to program to respond to your remote
control

in this example the mute button.

Point your remote control at the front of the Wee soundbar from about 12 inches away. Press and hold the mute button for
a full second then release the button for a full second. Repeat the press and release sequence until the status indicator turns
green. TiP: Hold the remote steady and press/release the button slowly to be sure TVee can pick up the remote signal.

If TVee is not able to pick up the remote control signal within

20 seconds the status indicator

will flash red for 20 more

seconds and then return to green. Repeat steps 1 - 3, being careful to hold the remote steady and press the button slowly.
Repeat the process for the other buttons on your remote control that you want TVee to learn.

Remember
use

TVee can learn to respond to almost any button

television, satellite receiver, cable control box, etc.

on almost any remote. You decide what remote you want to

and teach TVee to respond to the buttons

if you make a mistake, or want to remove the remote control programming
and Volume Down buttons
ALL of theTVee

remote control programming.

About

If you only need to change the programming

Power

for some of theTVee

buttons,

previous programming.

Tree

In most systems after you do any needed remote control programming
might find the following

of TVee for any reason, press and hold the Mute

until the status indicator alternately flashes red and orange for 3 seconds. NOTE: This removes

follow the three steps above to overwrite

DetaUs

you want to use.

you can just sit back and enjoy the sound. But you

details useful or interesting.

The power switches on the back of the soundbar and bass unit can be left on.TVee has an automatic

system. After about 1S minutes of inactivity

the amplifiers

amplifiers

automatically

Wireless

ID Switches

frequency

of the wireless signal the soundbar

power standby

shut down. As soon as a signal is applied to the inputs of TVee the

turn on again.

Both the soundbar and bass unit have Wireless ID switches.The

various switch settings change

sends to the bass unit. The two switches must be set to the same position.

Typically
you'llnever
needtoadjust
these
switches.
What
aretheyfor?Ifyouhave
more
thanoneTVee
system
inyourhouse
youcanusedifferent
Wireless
IDSwitch
settings
sothesystems
won'tinterfere
witheach
other.
Trim Level Switch This changes the input sensitivity of TVee.If the output of your television is too low, you may need to
change the trim level switch to"1 "to make it Iouden Conversely,if you hear distortion in the audio signal, try the"3" setting to
make the input quieten

Troubleshooting
Soundbar

TVee

does not power on.

is tile power supply plugged

into a live wall outlet?

Is the power supply properly connected

to the soundbar power input?

Is the rear panel power switch in the"on"position?
Bass unit does not power on,
Is tile bass unit plugged

into a live wall outlet?

is the rear panel power switch in the"on"position?
Is the fuse blown? Replace it with the same type. if it quickly blows again the unit may need service.
No sound from TVee,
is tile signal input connected

to an output

that is providing

a signal?

Are the soundbar and bass unit receiving power and turned on?
Turn up the volume

of theTVee soundbar.

Turn up the volume

of the television or cable box TVee is connected

Check Mute status

is the status indicator

blinking

to.

green? Press the Mute button

on the soundbar.

No Sound from the Bass Unit.
Check the points in the"Bass unit does not power on:'section
Turn up the volume

above.

control.

Be sure the Wireless ID switches on the soundbar and bass unit are set to the same number.
Distorted

sound from the Soundbar.

Change theTrim

Level switch setting to higher number.

Check the signal source to be sure the distortion

is not originating

there.

Bass not loud enough,
Turn up the bass unit Volume controk
Place the bass unit closer to a corner of the room.
TVee won't

learn

my remote control

Carefully follow

tile programming

commands.
instructions.

Hold the remote steady and 12 inches from the front of the soundbar.
Press and release the remote control button
Note:TVee learns almost all IR commands,
There is a "pop"

of my television

on and off with the power button

speakers gets louder

When tile remote control volume button
SUse the buttons
The woofer

than

on your television

remote controk

my TVee system over time.

is held down your television

on the soundbar to adjust the volume

seems to have interference

Try changing

cannot be programmed.

noise when I turn of my television,

Program TVee to be turned
Volume

s I o w I y !
but some IR protocols

may change volume

levels faster then TVee.

of theTVee to the correct balance with the television speakers.

with its wireless signal,

settings of tile Wireless IF)switches on both the soundbar and bass unit.

The bass unit could be too far from the soundbar to get a good signak Try moving

it dosen

Limited

Warranty

Boston Acoustics warrants to the original purchaser of ourTVee
workmanship

in its mechanical

components

of TVee is 1 year.

Your responsibilities

are to install and use them according

tion to an authorized
when requesting

to the instructions

Boston Acoustics service representative,

period for the electrical

supplied, to provide safe and secure transporta-

and to present proof of purchase in the form of' 'our sales slip

is damage that results from abuse, misuse, improper

modifications

by anyone other than an authorized

This warranty

is limited to the Boston Acoustics

defaced. This warranty

installation, accidents, shipping, or repairs/

Boston Acoustics service representative.

product and does not cover damage to any associated equipment.This

does not cover the cost of removal or reinsta%tion.This

if Service

warranty

service.

Excluded from this warranty

warranty

system that it will be free of defects in materials and

parts for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase.The

warranty

is void if the serial number

has been removed or

gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Seems

Necessary

First, contact the dealer from whom

you purchased the product,

if that is not possible, write to:

Boston Acoustics, Inc.
300 Jubilee Drive
Peabody, MA 01960 USA

Or contact us via e mail at:
support@bostona.com

We will promptly

advise you of what action to take. If it is necessary to return your TVee to the factory, please ship it prepaid.

After it has been repaired, we will return it freight prepaid in the United States and Canada.

This symbol found on the product indicates that the product
waste. Instead, it may be placed in a separate collection
when purchasing

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