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2 • English EX-1280/440C/1280C/12AEC • Installation & Operation Guide
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Important Safety Instructions
Please read and keep all safety, security and use instructions.
This product is intended for installation by professional installers only! This document is intended to
provide professional installers with basic installation and safety guidelines for this product in typical fixed-
installation systems. Please read this document and all safety warnings before attempting installation.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to authorized service centers, installers,
technicians, dealers or distributors. To contact Bose Professional or to find a dealer or distributor near you,
visit PRO.BOSE.COM.
The product label is located on the bottom of the product.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS:
This symbol on the product means there are important operating
and maintenance instructions in this guide.
This symbol on the product means there is uninsulated, dangerous voltage
within the product enclosure that may present a risk of electrical shock.
WARNING: All Bose products must be installed in accordance with local, state, federal and industry
regulations. It is the installer's responsibility to ensure installation of the loudspeakers and mounting
system is performed in accordance with all applicable codes, including local building codes and
regulations. Consult the local authority having jurisdiction before installing this product.
WARNING: Unsafe mounting or overhead suspension of any heavy load can result in serious injury
or death, and property damage. It is the installer's responsibility to evaluate the reliability of any
mounting method used for their application. Only professional installers with the knowledge of
proper hardware and safe mounting techniques should attempt to install any loudspeaker overhead.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do NOT expose this product to rain, liquids
or moisture.
WARNING: Do not mount the product in locations where condensation may occur.
WARNING: This product is not intended for installation or use in indoor water facility areas
(including, without limitation, indoor pools, indoor water parks, hot tub rooms, saunas, steam rooms
and indoor skating rinks).
WARNING: Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product.
WARNING: Do NOT use in vehicles or boats.
WARNING: Use this product only with the power supply provided.
WARNING: Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
WARNING: Provide an earth connection or ensure the socket outlet incorporates a protective
earthing connection before connecting the plug to the mains socket outlet.
Dansk: Apparatets stikprop skal tilsluttes en stikkontakt med jord, som giver forbindelse til
stikproppens jord.
Suomi: Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan.
Norsk: Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt.
Svenska: Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag.
WARNING: The speaker wire and interconnect cables included with this system are not approved
for in-wall installation. Please check your local building codes for the correct type of wire and cable
required for in-wall installation.
WARNING: Do not expose products containing batteries to excessive heat (e.g. from storage in direct
sunlight, fire or the like).
WARNING: The battery provided with this product may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if
mishandled.
WARNING: Contains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children under
age 3.
WARNING: Do not use hydrocarbon-based solvents, lubricants or cleaning agents of any type on
or around Bose speakers, and associated mounting hardware, during installation. The use of such
hydrocarbon based lubricants, solvents or cleaning agents on or around the mounting anchors and
screws can lead to degradation of the plastic material, possibly resulting in cracking and premature
failure of the product.
CAUTION: Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do NOT place naked flame sources,
such as lighted candles, on or near the product.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26AWG (0.41mmØ / 0.13mm
2
) or larger
telecommunication line cord.
CAUTION: Only use the mounting hardware recommended by the rack manufacturer.
CAUTION: Due to ventilation requirements, Bose does not recommend placing the product in a
confined space such as in a wall cavity or in an enclosed cabinet.
CAUTION: Do not place or install the bracket or product near any heat sources, such as fireplaces,
radiators, heat registers or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat
Regulatory Information
CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)
This product complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class A specifications.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user
may be required to take adequate measures.
This product conforms to all applicable EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of
conformity can be found at www.Bose.com/compliance.
This product conforms to all applicable Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and all other
applicable UK regulations. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at:
www.Bose.com/compliance www.Bose.com/compliance
This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste, and should be delivered to
an appropriate collection facility for recycling. Proper disposal and recycling helps protect natural
resources, human health and the environment. For more information on disposal and recycling of this
product, contact your local municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought this product.
This product meets all EN55103-2 immunity requirements for E2 electromagnetic environment.
Shielded cables are required to maintain regulatory compliance.
Product Ratings: Input Voltage: 100 VAC–240 VAC
Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Current or Power: 60 W maximum
Initial turn-on inrush current: 20 A at 120 V; 38 A at 230 V
China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table
Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
Part Name
Lead
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
(CR(VI))
Polybrominated
Biphenyl (PBB)
Polybrominated
diphenylether (PBDE)
PCBs X O O O O O
Metal Parts X O O O O O
Plastic Parts O O O O O O
Speakers X O O O O O
Cables X O O O O O
This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364.
O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous
materials for this part is below the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homoge-
neous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table
Equipment names: EX-440C, EX-1280, EX-1280C, EX-12AEC. Type designations: 834315, 834316, 834317, 834351, 834352, 834354
Restricted substances and its chemical symbols
Unit
Lead
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
chromium (Cr+6)
Polybrominated
biphenyls (PBB)
Polybrominated diphenyl
ethers (PBDE)
PCBs
- ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Metal Parts
- ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Plastic Parts
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Speakers
- ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Cables
- ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Note 1: “○” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference
value of presence.
Note 2: The “−” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.
Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture; “7” is 2007 or 2017.
China Importer: Bose Electronics (Shanghai) Company Limited, Level 6, Tower D, No. 2337 Gudai Rd. Minhang
District, Shanghai 201100
UK Importer: Bose Limited Bose House, Quayside Chatham Maritime, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4QZ, United Kingdom
EU Importer: Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The Netherlands
Mexico Importer: Bose de México, S. de R.L. de C.V. , Paseo de las Palmas 405-204, Lomas de Chapultepec, 11000
México, D.F. For importer & service information: +5255 (5202) 3545
Taiwan Importer: Bose Taiwan Branch, 9F-A1, No. 10, Section 3, Minsheng East Road, Taipei City 104, Taiwan. Phone
Number: +886-2-2514 7676
Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639
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Warranty Information
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