Bose Lifestyle 18 Series II Owner's Manual

Bose Lifestyle 18 Series II Owner's Manual

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VS-2 Video Enhancer
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Owner's Guide
Brugervejledning
Bedienungsanleitung
Guía de usario
Notice d'utilisation
Manuale di istruzioni
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Bruksanvisningen

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  • Page 1 Lifestyle VS-2 Video Enhancer ® Owner’s Guide Brugervejledning Bedienungsanleitung Guía de usario Notice d’utilisation Manuale di istruzioni Gebruiksaanwijzing Bruksanvisningen...
  • Page 2 6. Clean only with a dry cloth – and as directed by Bose Corporation. Unplug this 16. Do not let objects or liquids enter the product – as they may touch dangerous product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Now is a good time to find the serial number on the bottom of the VS-2 video enhancer. Please record it here. This provides easy access to this number if you ever need to contact Bose Customer Service. Serial number: _____________________________...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    English Introduction ® About your LIFESTYLE VS-2 video enhancer ® The LIFESTYLE VS-2 video enhancer allows you to connect more than one audio/video device to your LIFESTYLE ® home entertainment system. With this accessory installed, a single button press selects the source video and audio at the same time. Features and benefits Video out •...
  • Page 5 To determine if you need any additional cables, please read this guide before you begin the the Lifestyle system media center and allow it to update actual setup. You can purchase additional cables from your Bose dealer or local electronics retailer. your system.
  • Page 6: Connecting The Vs-2 To Your Media Center

    English Connecting the VS-2 to Your Media Center Preparation Media center rear panel When setting up a LIFESTYLE ® system with the VS-2, the media center power supply plugs into the VS-2 instead of the media center. • If you are setting up the VS-2 and your LIFESTYLE ®...
  • Page 7: Your Tv Connection Options

    English Your TV Connection Options Identifying your TV connectors Your TV may have some or all of the video input connectors shown on the right. Each type of video connector provides a different level of video image quality. Examine the rear panel of your TV and determine whether it HDMI Component S-Video...
  • Page 8: Using An Hdmi Tv Connection

    English Using an HDMI TV Connection Connecting the VS-2 HDMI output to your TV To connect your TV to the VS-2 using the supplied HDMI cable, do the following: Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI connector on the rear of your Plug the other end of the HDMI cable into the Video OUTPUT HDMI connector on the VS-2.
  • Page 9 English Choosing connection types for your A/V devices VS-2 Look at the rear panel of each A/V device to determine what type of video output connectors it has. In the following table, choose the type of available video connector that provides the highest possible video quality.
  • Page 10: Using A Component Video Tv Connection

    Using a Component Video TV Connection Connecting the VS-2 component video output to your You need to obtain a component video cable from Bose or your local electronics dealer to complete this connection. To connect your TV to the VS-2 using a component video cable (not supplied), do the...
  • Page 11 English Choosing connection types for your A/V devices VS-2 Look at the rear panel of each A/V device to determine what type of video output connectors it has. In the following table, choose the type of available video connector that provides the highest possi- ble video quality.
  • Page 12: Using An S-Video Tv Connection

    English Using an S-Video TV Connection Connecting the VS-2 S-Video output to your You can use the S-Video cable included with your LIFESTYLE ® system to make this connection. To connect your TV to the VS-2 using an S-Video cable, do the following: Plug one end of the S-Video cable into the S-Video connector on the rear of your TV.
  • Page 13 English Choosing connection types for your A/V devices VS-2 If you connected your TV to the VS-2 using an S-Video cable, you can use only an S-Video or Composite con- nection for your A/V devices even though a device may have HDMI or component video output connectors. Look at the rear panel of each A/V device to determine what type of video output connectors it has.
  • Page 14: Using A Composite Video Tv Connection

    English Using a Composite Video TV Connection Connecting the VS-2 composite video output to your TV You can use the composite video cable included with your LIFESTYLE ® system to make this connection. To connect your TV to the VS-2 using a composite video cable, do the following: Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite video connector on the rear of your TV.
  • Page 15 English Choosing connection types for your A/V devices VS-2 If you connected your TV to the VS-2 using a composite video cable, you can use only an S-Video or Composite connection for your A/V devices even though a device may have HDMI or component video output connectors. Look at the rear panel of each A/V device to determine what type of video output connectors it has.
  • Page 16: Program Recording Connections

    English Program Recording Connections Connecting your cable/satellite box to your VCR/DVR To record programs from your cable or satellite service, you can connect your cable/satellite box to your VCR or DVR. The diagram on this page is an example of how this equipment may be connected. Before you start, make sure that your cable/satellite box and VCR/DVR Cable/satellite audio Cable/satellite video to the VS-2...
  • Page 17: Operating Information

    Audio options New Item Possible Settings (Factory/default settings in bold type) CBL•SAT/VCR Audio Bose 5.1 ..Allows you to hear 5.1-channel surround sound from your LIFESTYLE ® system when the (only for HDMI selected source is CBL•SAT or VCR. Recommended setting – should not be changed.
  • Page 18 English New Settings menu items When the VS-2 is connected to your LIFESTYLE ® system, the following new items appear in the Settings menu. New Menu Item Description Possible Settings (Factory/default settings in bold type) Audio Delay Changes the amount of delay between 0 (no delay), 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 (maximum delay) audio and video.
  • Page 19: Switching Sources

    English Switching sources System menu – Remote Control options Adding the VS-2 to your system setup greatly simplifies source selection. Just press the remote button (CD/DVD, VCR, CBL•SAT, or AUX) for the source you want to use. If you select one of the sources connected to the VS-2, be sure the source is turned on.
  • Page 20: Mounting Your Vs-2 On A Wall

    English Mounting Your VS-2 on a Wall Required tools Install two screws 12 inches apart. Leave ¼ inch (6 mm) between wall surface and screw head. Recommended hardware For solid wood No. 8 x 1½-inch (M4 x 36 mm) -inch (3.5 mm) drill bit wood screws Position the VS-2 mounting holes over the Lower the VS-2 onto the screws...
  • Page 21: Maintaining Your Vs-2

    English Maintaining Your VS-2 Cleaning • Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of the VS-2. • Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. • Do not allow liquids to spill into any openings. •...
  • Page 22: Technical Information

    English Technical information Copyright and license protections ©2008 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed, Dimensions or otherwise used without prior written permission. All trademarks referenced herein are 15.6" W x 4.8" D x 1.6" H property of Bose Corporation.
  • Page 23: Limited Warranty

    The provisions of this Limited Warranty are in lieu of any other warranties or conditions, except those You can ship the system to either a Bose Service Agency or to Bose directly with a proof of provided by law. This Limited Warranty does not affect any legal rights provided to you by law and purchase from an authorized dealer.
  • Page 24 ©2008 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM301726 Rev.01...

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