Bose Wave 3 CD Changer Manual

The Bose Wave 3 CD Changer is a premium audio system combining a multi-disc CD player with Bose waveguide speaker technology for enhanced sound quality. It features a 3-disc changer, AM/FM tuner, remote control, clock/alarm functions, auxiliary input, and preset equalization settings. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Playing CDs 8. Radio Operation 9. Care & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Main unit with 3-disc changer, Remote Control, AC power cord, AM loop antenna, FM wire antenna, Auxiliary input cable.

Feature	Description
3-Disc Changer	Load and play up to three CDs sequentially or randomly
Bose Waveguide Speaker	Proprietary technology for room-filling sound
AM/FM Tuner	With 6 AM and 6 FM presets
Clock & Alarm	Dual alarm with radio or CD wake-up
Auxiliary Input	For connecting external audio sources (e.g., smartphone, MP3 player)
Remote Control	Full-function remote for all operations
Display	Backlit LCD showing track info, time, and settings
EQ Presets	Music, Talk, Night modes for optimized listening
Headphone Jack	For private listening (3.5mm)
Power	AC adapter with universal voltage support

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, level surface away from heat sources.

Connect antennas: Attach AM loop antenna to back; position FM wire antenna for best reception.
Connect auxiliary device: Use provided cable to connect external audio source to AUX IN jack.
Plug into AC power outlet.
Insert batteries into remote control (2 x AAA).

WARNING! Do not place near water or moisture. Ensure proper ventilation around unit.

First-Time Setup

Plug in power cord; system will enter standby mode (red light).

Set clock: Press and hold CLOCK button, use TUNE/SKIP to set time, press CLOCK again.
Set alarms: Press ALARM 1 or ALARM 2, select source (Radio/CD/Buzzer), set time, press ALARM to save.
Tune radio: Press BAND to select AM/FM, use TUNE/SKIP to find station, press PRESET to save to memory.
Load CDs: Press OPEN/CLOSE on remote or unit, insert up to 3 CDs label-side up.

CAUTION! Handle CDs by edges; avoid touching playing surface.

Specifications

CD Changer: 3-disc capacity, plays CD, CD-R, CD-RW.
Radio: AM/FM tuner with 12 presets (6 AM, 6 FM).
Audio Output: Bose waveguide speaker technology.
Inputs: Auxiliary input (3.5mm), headphone jack (3.5mm).
Display: Backlit LCD with dimmer control.
Remote Control: Infrared, requires 2 x AAA batteries.
Power Source: 120V AC, 60Hz (universal adapter included).
Dimensions: Approx. 14.5" W x 6.5" H x 8.5" D.
Weight: Approx. 10.5 lbs.

Controls and Settings

Front Panel: POWER, OPEN/CLOSE, PLAY/PAUSE, STOP, TUNE/SKIP, BAND, ALARM 1/2, CLOCK, DISPLAY.

Remote: POWER, Numeric buttons (1-6 for presets), OPEN/CLOSE, PLAY/PAUSE, STOP, SKIP, REPEAT, RANDOM, EQ (Music/Talk/Night), VOLUME, MUTE, SLEEP.

Settings: Clock set, Alarm set (dual), Radio tuning/presets, EQ mode selection, Display brightness, Sleep timer (15-90 min). CD functions: Play mode (Normal, Repeat Disc, Repeat Track, Random), Disc skip, Track skip.

Connecting Devices

Auxiliary Input: Connect external audio source (e.g., smartphone, tablet) to AUX IN jack using 3.5mm cable.

Turn off system before connecting.
Plug cable into AUX IN jack on back of unit.
Select AUX source by pressing FUNCTION on remote until "AUX" appears on display.
Start playback on external device.

Tip: For best audio quality, set external device volume to about 75% and adjust using system volume control.

Playing CDs

Supports audio CDs, CD-R, CD-RW.

Load discs: Press OPEN/CLOSE, insert up to 3 CDs, press OPEN/CLOSE again to close.
Play: Press PLAY; system plays discs in order (1, 2, 3).
Select disc: Press DISC 1, 2, or 3 on remote.
Skip tracks: Press SKIP forward or backward.
Play modes: Press REPEAT for Repeat Disc/Track; press RANDOM for random play across all loaded discs.
Pause: Press PLAY/PAUSE to pause; press again to resume.
Stop: Press STOP; system remembers position if stopped during play.
Eject: Press OPEN/CLOSE; press again for next disc or to close empty.

WARNING! Do not move system while discs are playing. Allow discs to stop completely before ejecting.

Radio Operation

AM/FM tuner with preset memory.

Select band: Press BAND to toggle between AM and FM.
Tune manually: Press and hold TUNE/SKIP for continuous tuning; press briefly for step tuning.
Auto-scan: Press and hold TUNE/SKIP for 2 seconds to start scan; press again to stop on desired station.
Save preset: Tune to station, press and hold PRESET (1-6) for 2 seconds until display confirms.
Recall preset: Press PRESET button (1-6) for saved station.

Tip: For best FM reception, fully extend wire antenna and position vertically.

Care & Cleaning

Unplug before cleaning. Use soft, dry cloth for exterior. For stubborn stains, dampen cloth with water only.

CD lens cleaning: Use commercial CD lens cleaner only if playback issues occur.

CAUTION! Do not use solvents, abrasives, or aerosol sprays. Never open cabinet; no user-serviceable parts inside.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits for residential use. Copyright © Bose Corporation. All rights reserved. Bose and Wave are registered trademarks of Bose Corporation. For support, visit www.bose.com or contact Bose Customer Service at 1-800-999-2673.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No power	Power cord not connected	Ensure power cord is firmly plugged into unit and outlet.
Remote not working	Batteries/obstructions	Replace batteries; ensure clear line of sight to IR sensor on front.
CD won't play	Disc dirty/damaged	Clean disc with soft cloth; check for scratches; ensure disc is inserted label-side up.
Poor radio reception	Antenna not positioned	Reposition AM loop antenna; extend FM wire fully and move away from obstructions.
No sound from AUX	Wrong source selected	Press FUNCTION until "AUX" appears; check cable connections; ensure external device is playing.
Display dim or blank	Brightness setting	Press DISPLAY button to cycle through brightness levels.
Alarm not sounding	Alarm not set/volume low	Verify alarm is set and enabled; check alarm volume setting.

Reset: Unplug unit for 60 seconds, then reconnect to reset microprocessor.

Service: 1-800-999-2673; www.bose.com