Bose infrared module fix
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 พ.ย. 2014
- For all the people to hate reading forums as much as me i made this video for your. How to fix your Bose infrared module. Get that red light to turn green you will need these tools.
•a soldering gun
•a desolderin pump
•screw driver
•double sided tape
•wire snips - กีฬา
Hey, I followed your video after buying a soldering kit and the IR reciever on Amazon...$40 all in. I have a Bose Cinemate GS I Home Theater Speaker set. The red light would come on (standby) but could not power up (no green light). I confirmed the remote is working. So I did the repair and all is working fine now. Dude you ROCK!
He said to get it from radioshack, not amazon... 🤨
...radioshack! We miss you!!!😥🥺
I had little hope of finding out why my Bose system wasn’t working. I found this 8 year old video and tried it. It works perfectly! I’m literally ecstatic that I was able to fix this with an Amazon $15 soldering kit and $14 IR module. I spent about $30 and it was worth every penny! THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!!!
I'm from GHANA, in fact I really appreciate way you taking your time teaching us , am grateful
Thanks for posting this. Came home from vacation and system was not working. Went ahead and ordered ir module from Amazon along with desolder pump. Took awhile to get joints desoldered but this fix did the trick. Probably saved me mucho dollars. Thanks.
I've got to give my seal of approval on this fix.
The video is a bit rough but I can confirm that this fix absolutely worked for me.
I just bought this series 1 Bose Cinemate and when I got it it didn't turn on but the stand by light was on and the guy said no returns. So I thought I was out $200 but I found this video and tracked down a radio shack that carried the IR 38khz receiver and picked one up. An hour with my soldering iron replacing it and it immediately worked once I hooked it back up. Not a job for someone brand new to soldering but do some practice board work and you could get the job done.
Thanks so much for having this fix out on the internet it really made my week to not loose that $200.
Thanks man i just fixed my system bought the part when though the steps and bam everything working! the power of the internet is truly a beautiful thing
Hey Man, You rock!
Thanks! I have the exact same problem and was about to take the amplifier apart thinking the fault would be with the power module.
Also, if you're that adventurous, try picking up discarded big screen TVs on the roadside and take a swing at fixing them. I've fixed four of the five I've picked up. Problems are usually popped capacitors, that can be bought and soldered back on for about three dollars a piece.
Hey I'm from 2019 - just finished re soldering and it worked. Thanks brother.
WOW you make my day man!!!! I've looking for a solution on how to fix it!!! U R the one I found in the Whole Internet!!!!
LOL your video is sooooo much better than mine. Although my problem was more obvious. An animal (or chair) chewed through the cable of that receiver in my neighbor's system. I told him I would attempt to fix it, but can't guarntee anything. He felt the same level of happiness that his precious bose was working again.
Finished the ugliest soldering job in the 2 1/2 hours it took to fix this thing because I didn’t want to throw it away. But it worked! Thanks for this video man. Peace
I purchased the infrared module for Rs.8/- (about 10 cents) and did the repair job as mentioned in the video. An incredibly my Bose remote interface module started to work. I was planning to shift my Bose cinemate system to the attic, but now it adorns my music room and performs well. Thanks boss for such nice video.
Dude, saw this video and followed the instructions. 10 minutes later I was back up and running. $4 part is much better than buying a new system!! Thanks!!!
Did yours just randomly system just randomly not turn on anymore? b/c that what mine is doing.
@@TheUSAGhosts mine just stopped working recently. This is the second ir unit that has failed.
Did you just happen to have the specific IR component just lying around or something?❤
This was a great fix. You can get the IR receiver from amazon. Thank you very much!!
Oldie but a goodie. I just fixed mine today thanks to this video.
I had the same issue and I watched the video and was about to attempt the process also, but I kept digging the internet and Bose has a factory rest and if you disconnect the module from the acoustic Mass for 30 seconds, it will factory rest your system and may correct the IR from not working. It worked for me so anyone trying this, maybe try that first and you may get lucky like I did. However your video was very informative and I would have tried it if I didn't stumble across that soultion.
This solution works. I was able to save my Bose Cinemate System. You are awesome! Thanks Man!
Excellent advice dude! Worked perfectly for me. Thanks👍🏻
Thank you Dave! My control module just went out yesterday and I have had my system for at least 10 years with no issues so I was completely shocked when it stopped working. I just ordered the IR for $8. I hope this corrects my problem. I was going to buy a new control module for $80 from Bose but they were out of stock and then I saw you.....thanks again.
Where did you find the ir to purchase to make the repair?
Where did you get the IR? We have no RadioShack around here?
Worked like a charm!!! Thank you so much!
I did this and it worked for about 3 weeks. I guess something is frying the ir receiver. It was worth a shot.
Thank you very much. It fixed the issue. Great advise
Duuuuuuude this worked! You are the man!!!
Wonderful, I could see its working now, BRAVO
I have a question if you can upload a photo or video which cable goes from the interface to the plugin?
If I’m having volume control issues would that be the same as the power button? Hoping this is what I need to do to fix it
Did you just Resauter the points or did you remove that box for the red light? Thanks
I have the same interface and the cable I think is lose the light comes on and off I move the back of it , I might have to solder the connection together , have not found anything online e in regards
Just fixed mine thanks for the help.
Buena tarde y cual era el problema, yo tengo el problema que enciende las 2 luces y no la puedo encender, la desconector por 5 horas y solo asi funciona pero al rato se enciende nuevamente las 2 luces
Completely Awesome Bro BOSE Tech Support is Total BS they were trying to sell me a new remote and a new receiver that’s not much of a solution anyone can go out and buy something new to replace something old.
The tech support purposely misled me, I kept saying I think it's the receiver and he kept saying that I needed to buy the brand new 2023 system. He didn't even recommend buying a new $80 receiver. I laughed hysterically at him when he suggested spending $2000. From the looks of it, this is a common problem. So he would've known prior that it was likely the system interface. But nope, he went straight into recommending throwing mine away and spending $2k on a brand new system
What was the symptom before the fix? When I plug my base module in, the green light automatically comes on first (without pressing power on the remote), then the red light and they both stay lit. No sound. Help.
Help me please i nerd the codes por that controler ando wich option chose
Do you know how toTurn the bass and treble up and down with the remote.
Can I use a 940 nm receiver diode instead? Thanks for your help
You are the man!
Hello, do you have an idea what is the output of the power supply inside the sub woofer? Thanks
I my case i have not used the bose system for 18 months and not, when i am switching on the power, no light is coming "Bose infrared module ", please help..
The "problem" that mine has is that it makes a popping sound on the right speaker every time i turn it on and off even if theres no optical or rca cables plugged in. It works and aound perfectly, just that 1 sec pop before they start working fine. CAN ANYONE HELP ME PLEASE?
Ok I made the switch. Still doesn't work. Could it be remote? Do I need to program it? Could it be a bad solder? Help!
Good day sir is it possible that you could show the other side of the cable as some of the wires on my device were snapped off, much thanks.
How yo know which infrared should be changed, the one in the remote control, ir the one you fixed
I took the base plastic cover off but didn't see any screws. Don't show on my unit (Part # 318638-101) 52/13. Seems to be a sealed unit:-(
My Bose CineMate inferred is spoiled, the light doesn't show up at all, what can I do?
Hey dude, how about some details. What did you actually solder on the card? I have no idea what you just did to fix your sensor!
Anyone knows where I can get that part???
I'm going to give this a go. I've got everything except the replacement ir sensor. This is the second unit that has failed me and I think it's gotta be some design flaw that causes the sensor to croak after about 5-6 years. So I'm gonna order several as they can be had online very cheap. If it doesn't work afterwards, I'll just have to buy another sensor unit but, I hope not.
Edit: even the dogs outside are excited for ya!
Did it work out for ya?
@mrwhosmynameagain not yet. I just ordered some though. I forgot what frequency the receiver was and couldn't find this video. I got a set of 5 and they're expected to arrive in 2-3 weeks. I'll update when they arrive and I'll get right to installing it as I'm tired of seeing the system just collecting dust.
update: the sensors have arrived. i'm going to get on it this weekend!
How is that repair holding up for you? I did the repair, it worked, but then a few moments later after reassembly it stopped working. I figured the IR module was crap, so I replaced it... nothing. Replaced it again... nothing. I think there is either a problem with the remote, or something deeper inside the unit.
@javier Toledo Thanks Bro
Hi guys! Any one can help me with this annoying power saving? I would like to have my cinemate always on... I have abilities to solder if needed. Thank you!!
Thank you so much @David Sartin! My Parents Cinemate gave out a few days after a severe thunderstorm. They thought that there was no hope for the speakers. I said "Bose makes Quality. It might just be a simple repair." So I searched the internet and came across your video. I ordered two infrared modules. The repair worked like a charm. First song I decided to play, to test the speakers out was "Jail Break - AC/DC"
Bro when I power the system climate 1 sound flashing green light appears , but turns off help me
Part Replacement info:
Radio Shack Part# 38kHz Infrared (IR) Receiver Module
Model: 276-640
Catalog # 276-640
$4.50
I went to radio shack and picked up everything listed. I will attempt to fix mind.
How did you determine which receiver to use? Thank you!
My green light is bilinking how to solve this problem
I was having issues with the red light staying on and couldn't even get the thing turned on, showing a green light. I had to turn off the lights in my living room that were shining on the device, and it turned on. I'm a goober, at least it works.
Thank you
I love the mod!
Hello, the problem I am having is my red light is on but the remote will not turn the unit on. The green light will not turn on. When you replaced the IR, was it the red or green? And were you having the same problem?
Thank you
I'm having the same problem with mine. Are you able to fix yours
Could I fix without Sauder
Thanks 👍🏾💪🏾👊🏾
@brianthomas your welcome bro
Were you getting the red standby light on yours and it just wouldn't turn on, or was it totally dead? I'm getting no indicator light on mine when it's plugged in and it won't turn on. I reseated the power and module cords with no luck. I believe the internal power supply in the main sub unit died on mine but I can't figure out how to get it out. Took the back cover off and the power/amp module seems to be built into the cabinet with no way to get it out and I can't find any disassembly videos for the subwoofer section. The fins of the heatsink are recessed into holes in the side of the inside of the cabinet like the cabinet was built around it and it won't come out without destroying it. Please let me know if you've ever had yours apart. Thanks
Mine too. Did you figure it out?
@@TheQuirkyPicker_Chad No never figured mine out. It's still all apart in a shoe box probably getting junked eventually.
At radioshack?... 😱, while I watch a movie from Blockbuster?😱😱😱 damn I miss radioshack... those were the days for my electronics projects...
good job. i've been soldering a lithium battery pack all day and the fumes make my mouth taste funny. anyway do you possibly know the pin outs of that module? If you draw up a diagram of that circuit and what parts are where, you will be throwing it right back at greedy boses face snd help alot of people out. look on line. no one made one.
Someone posted one that they drew in the comments
Mine didn’t fix
Think I burnt the board . Didn't even look close
Awesome video Dave,
I finally got to see what is inside this little black box. I was given CineMate I last year from my friend who lost the box and now the system is just taking space in my cupboard, thankfully to your video I've managed to draw the circuit from the pcb and I am on my way to replicate the box. However I missing the last puzzle piece, this is the pinout of the connector i.e. which pin of the connector to which cable is connected on the pcb. See the image:
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I will relay appreciated if you could find time and trace the cables from the pcb to the connector's pins of your box.
thanks in advance !
Before you do this, try unplugging everything and plugging it back up after 30 seconds. I got lucky.
Not sure what the hell is wrong.. The module turns on from the remote just fine.. The module is green as it should be but won't allow the volume to increase, only decrease.. The green light flashes only when I decrease the volume.. No increase in volume = useless piece of crap.. Anyone else have this problem??/ know how to fix??
take your remote apart, clean the area where to up button is on the board and the up rubber button is with rubbing alcohol, put back together and it should work. you can do that with ALL the buttons on the board and rubber... also the rubbing alcohol WON'T hurt either parts, just cleans them.
@@tazzy68 Thanks for your response.. Somehow, someway, the volume up button on the remote started to work.. If it stops again, I will try what you recommended..
Fuck me, sometimes I hate living in stupid Europe. I can't find this part anywhere that doesn't have like $15 shipping and I don't even know it this is what's actually wrong with my unit. I was just testing if I could use s d-sub extension to move the sub, and after that it wouldn't turn on.
I guess in 2014, kHz meant 'megahertz'.
Broo me podrías pasar el código para enlazar el control alas bosinas GS SERIES 2
Not true
Does your remote work? You can check it with the camera of your phone, which turns the ir to visible light. If you don't see the ir diode of the remote blinking, it's the remote it diode that's broken and not the receiver end.