20 Most Recent Bose Companion 3 Computer Speakers Questions & Answers

First question, are all the volume controls turned up, hardware and Windows. Next, hook up the speakers to a CD player, ipod, etc and make sure they work. If they don't, contact the tech support for Bose at 1-800-999-2673.
If they do work, then it might be an issue with your sound card. Check for updates and run Windows updates. Also, plug in some different speakers and see if they work, if they don't it's an issue with your sound card.

I had the same problem right out of the gate, the volume dial on my control pod for my Companion 5 wasn't working, however, the touch pad and LED worked. I called Bose customer service and was instructed to:

First, unplug the power directly at the back of the woofer while the unit was on;

Next, I was instructed to unplug the control pod, visually inspect for any damage/defect;

Finally, re-seat the control pod on the back of the woofer and then lastly plug the power cable back into the woofer.

It worked like a charm. I hope this is helpful!

had the same issue. Trial and error - I tried shorting every pair in the control pod dock with a paper clip. Turns out it is totally possible to bypass. You need two: top row, right side to third row, one from the right (below it by two spaces), and second row (there are only two in the second row, connect them). One tells it to turn on, the other passes audio through. I'm only getting sound from the right channel, so probably need to connect one more pair... Read more: Can i operate my bose companion 3 without the control pod? - I lost my control pod. can i go around it. :: Ask Me Fast at http://www.askmefast.com/Can_i_operate_my_bose_companion_3_without_the_control_pod-qna6342714.html#q3658086

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hi, First, unplug the power directly at the back of the woofer while the unit was on;

Next, I was instructed to unplug the control pod, visually inspect for any damage/defect;

Finally, re-seat the control pod on the back of the woofer and then lastly plug the power cable back into the woofer.

It worked like a charm. I hope this is helpful!
goodluck

Take it to your Bose service agent

Each device is different.
If the receptacle for the plug is not marked, you have few options.
I suggest the following.
Go buy the exact same setup from a store you can easily return it to.
Take the whole box to Radio Shack and explain that you need a power supply to replace the power supply in the box. They will sell you one, plug and all, for about $10-15.
If you have a DVM (Digital Volt Meter), you can check the voltage and polarity yourself, and buy what you need, test it out, and install it.
--Dave

Hi, You can purchase it from amazon, click here Amazon com bose control pod and choose, which one fits to you. I hope I was helpful enjoy

Check ebay or ask Bose:

Bose Companion 3 Handy Control Pod $32.50 - eBay




Bose Companion 3 Control Pod $33.99 - eBay

http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3511774 try this

The volume circle has a mute in the center of where the Orange light is . Injure turns it green these other people are over thinking it like my mother did.

See this... https://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070521164034AAdEzxM

Hi, This could just be a sign that your Speaker system is wearing out , and done its due...Also have you had any Power Failures or surge's Lately , if so then it could of damaged the Speakers aswell..
Hope you come right bud
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