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Bose Lifestyle DVD Owner's Manual

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LIFESTYLE
H O M E E N T E R TA I N M E N T S Y S T E M S
W I T H T H E V S - 2 V I D E O E N H A N C E R
Owner's Guide
Guía de usario
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  • Page 1 LIFESTYLE ® H O M E E N T E R TA I N M E N T S Y S T E M S W I T H T H E V S - 2 V I D E O E N H A N C E R Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 2 NTRODUCTION Welcome Among the advanced features you can discover: • HDMI video inputs and output to your TV • Automatic video switching provided by the VS-2 Thank you for purchasing this Bose ® LIFESTYLE ® video enhancer home entertainment system. This elegant and easy-to- •...

  • Page 3: Simplifying Your Setup

    • Set up the system where you want it. the product. • Connect all of its part. If any part appears damaged, do not attempt to use it. Notify Bose or your authorized Bose ® dealer immediately. For Bose ®...

  • Page 4: Included Parts

    TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English NTRODUCTION Included parts As you unpack the carton, you can check to be sure it includes these parts. LIFESTYLE ® 28/38 LIFESTYLE ® 35/48 ❏ Media center ❏ VS-2 ❏ Jewel Cube ❏...
  • Page 5 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 NTRODUCTION Light Blue Brown White Purple Light Green ❏ Right ❏ Center ❏ Left ❏ Right Rear ❏ Left Rear speaker cable speaker cable speaker cable speaker cable speaker cable ❏...

  • Page 6: System Setup

    TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English YSTEM ETUP Choosing locations for the system ® 5 Jewel Cube speakers ® 5 Direct/Reflecting speakers What you need to use: Media center Center speaker rubber feet Acoustimass ®...

  • Page 7: Arranging The System Around Your Room

    To get further information or to order accessories, call your Bose dealer. Or to contact Bose directly, refer to the address list provided in the carton. The images that follow show the speakers placed without the use of brackets or stands.

  • Page 8: Positioning The Rear Speakers

    Bose dealer. If you prefer to contact Bose directly, refer to the address list provided in the carton, or visit Bose on the web at: www.Bose.com. 1. Place one speaker to the left and the other to the right of the viewers and facing the front of the room.
  • Page 9 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 YSTEM ETUP Arranging the media center and VS-2 1. Place the media center on a flat, stable surface. Keep both the media center and VS-2 video enhancer positioned for easy access in making connections.

  • Page 10: Positioning The Acoustimass

    TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English YSTEM ETUP Positioning the Acoustimass module Keep the module at least 18 in (.5 m) from your TV ® to prevent interference and several feet (.8 m) from This speaker produces the deep bass sounds that audio or video tapes to prevent magnetic damage make you feel –...
  • Page 11 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 YSTEM ETUP Ways to prevent ventilation blocking: • Place the module where the rear vents are open to air flow. • Stand the module upright (BEST) or on a side Rear of the (ALTERNATE).

  • Page 12: Looking Over Your Finished Placement

    TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English YSTEM ETUP Looking over your finished placement 1. Check the overall arrangement of your system Acoustimass ® components. module Left Center Right The speaker positions around the room should follow a pattern similar to the one shown here.

  • Page 13: System Connections

    English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS Connecting speaker cables What you need to use: Front speaker cables Light blue Purple Brown White Light green ® Acoustimass module Jewel Cube ®...

  • Page 14: Connecting All Of The Speakers

    TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS Connecting all of the speakers 4. Route each cable from the Acoustimass module to the proper speaker as shown. 1. Locate the connection panel on the lower rear of Use the color on the plug that is inserted into the ®...
  • Page 15 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 5. Use the letters L, C, R, LR, or RR marked on the For a Direct/Reflecting ® speaker: speaker end of each cable to verify which speaker a.
  • Page 16 TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 1. Choose the AC power cord. Connecting the module What you need to use: AC Power Audio cord input cable CAUTION: Do not plug the power cord into an AC (mains) outlet until all connections to the system are Arrow completed.
  • Page 17 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 3. Insert the appropriate plug on the power cord into CAUTION: Avoid putting strain on the plugs at either the connector on the module. end of the audio input cable.
  • Page 18 TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 7. Insert the Audio input cable plug into this connec- 8. Locate the two connectors labeled Speakers on tor on the module. the rear of the media center.

  • Page 19: The Media Center

    English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 1. Choose the power supply and power cord. Connecting the media center What you need to use: Small end Power supply CAUTION: Do not plug the power cord into an AC (mains) power outlet until all connections to the system AC power cord are completed.
  • Page 20 TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 2. Plug the small end of the AC power cord into the 4. Locate the connector labeled DC POWER In on connector on the end of the DC power supply. one end of the VS-2 video enhancer.
  • Page 21 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 6. Choose the VS-2 cable and notice the small plug at 8. Insert the gray plug labeled DC Power into this one end. connector.
  • Page 22 TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 9. Attach the large plug on the cable, with the white 10. At the other end of the VS-2 cable, locate the plug symbol facing up, into the remaining connector on labeled DC power.
  • Page 23 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 12. Insert the DC Power plug into this connector. 14. Locate the connector labeled Serial Data on the media center. 13. From the remaining three plugs on this cable, 15.
  • Page 24 TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 16. Notice that the two remaining plugs are labeled 18. Insert the two video plugs, with their labels facing Composite and S-Video. up, into the appropriate Video OUT connectors on the media center.
  • Page 25 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS • Leave the other end of the audio and video cables Disconnecting your connected to your video devices. devices from the TV •...
  • Page 26 Connecting cable. your TV What you need to use: HDMI cable (provided by Bose) 2. Check to be sure your TV has an HDMI connector that accepts this type of plug. VS-2 video enhancer Your TV • If you find an HDMI connector, continue with step 3.
  • Page 27 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 3. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI 5. Plug the free end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI connector on your TV.

  • Page 28: If An Hdmi Connection Is Not Possible

    TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS If an HDMI connection is not possible Note: If your TV requires a SCART connection, used in 1. Check the Video In connectors on your TV. Europe only, refer to “Connections: For TVs requiring It may have one or more of these: SCART (in Europe, only)”...
  • Page 29 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS Connecting another device (cable or satellite box, VCR, or DVR) What you need to use: Component 2nd HDMI S-Video Composite cable cable cable cable Yellow...
  • Page 30 TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS Connecting the video from your b. If there is a video cable connected to the cable box and one end is now free (disconnected from cable or satellite box first your TV), use this cable and follow step 5 on page 31.
  • Page 31 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 3. Choose a cable that matches the Video Out 4. Connect this cable to the matching Video Out connector on the box. connector on the box.

  • Page 32: Adding Audio From Your Cable Or Satellite Box

    (HDMI for example) you used. 3. Locate the Audio IN connectors that are labeled ® This carries the audio from your device to your Bose CBL•SAT on the back of the media center. system speakers. 1. Check your cable or satellite box connection panel to locate the Audio Out connectors.

  • Page 33: Including A Digital Audio Connection

    English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS Including a digital audio connection 2. Using the appropriate cable, insert one end into the digital audio connector on your device. In addition to the stereo connection, you can make a high-quality digital audio connection if your device 3.
  • Page 34 You may want to have another device like a VCR or DVR work with this system. • If you use the AUX connector, the button labeled ® AUX on the LIFESTYLE remote controls your This is basically a repeat of the process for adding a device.
  • Page 35 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS The IR emitter relays remote control commands to the Attaching devices that are connected to the media center. And the the IR emitter TV sensor adds an automatic on/off feature for your TV.
  • Page 36 TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 3. Identify the plug end of the TV sensor. Insert the TV sensor plug into this connector. Plug 4. Locate the TV sensor connector on the media center.
  • Page 37 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS For radio reception of broadcast radio programs, Connecting you need to use the supplied antennas. the AM and For FM: FM antennas 1.
  • Page 38 TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 3. Straighten the antenna cable and spread the two 2. Locate the AM antenna connector on the media ends far apart. center and insert the AM antenna plug into this connector.

  • Page 39: The System

    1. Plug the free end of the VS-2 power cord into an AC (mains) outlet. Note: Bose recommends using a high-quality surge suppressor on all electronics equipment. Such suppres- sors can eliminate the vast majority of failures attributed to surges and may be purchased at electronics stores.

  • Page 40: Inserting The Remote Batteries

    TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS You can set your LIFESTYLE ® remote to control your TV Setting the remote and other components connected to the media center. to control your TV Inserting the remote batteries...

  • Page 41: Making It A Universal Remote

    • Source buttons To prepare the LIFESTYLE ® remote • System button Most TVs can receive IR signals from the LIFESTYLE ® remote with no problem. For best results, however, • ENTER button position the IR emitter in front of the TV.
  • Page 42 TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 5. Move right to see the alphabetic list of TV brands. Note: The text in the System menu appears in English, but other languages are provided. To select one of the 6.
  • Page 43 8. Move down the list to TV Code and right to see the 3. Move right, then up or down to select Automatic first code. and press the ENTER button. 9. Press the TV On/Off button on your LIFESTYLE ® remote. Then press this Video button again.

  • Page 44: Setting The Remote For Cable Or Satellite

    • TV Not Detected, the TV sensor is not connected Note: If you need to obtain another IR emitter, contact or not positioned properly. Bose. Refer to the address list included in the carton. Check the connection on the media center, then To control a device connected to CBL•SAT move the sensor and check for TV Detected on the screen.
  • Page 45 English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 OMPLETE YSTEM ONNECTIONS 5. Move down the list of options to Cable•Sat Device. 6. Move right and then up or down the list to locate the type of device you are using.

  • Page 46: Setting The Remote For Another Device

    VCR in the Remote Control menu. 13. When you have the right code, press ENTER. ® 3. Use the VCR On/Off button on the LIFESTYLE 14. Follow the steps in “Setting the remote for another remote to make sure the code works.

  • Page 47: Tailoring The Sound To Your Room

    • Choose a time when you will not be disturbed by ADAPTiQ voices, phone calls, or other sound interruptions. audio calibration headset • Make sure your LIFESTYLE ® speakers are positioned where you want them and your room furnishings are in their normal positions.

  • Page 48: Beginning The Process

    5. Insert Disc 1 into the drive and press Open/Close Headset again. L & R ® 6. On the LIFESTYLE remote control, press the Be sure to match the colors on the plugs to the CD•DVD button. colors on the connectors: red to red and white to white.

  • Page 49: Finishing The Process

    ONNECTIONS Finishing the process Storing any parts you do not need 1. With Disc 2 inserted in the media center disc drive, We suggest you save any of the LIFESTYLE ® carton press the CD•DVD button on the remote control.

  • Page 50: Introducing The Basics

    Turning on the system • If your LIFESTYLE ® remote is not set to control the • Press the On/Off button on the LIFESTYLE ® remote TV, use the TV remote to turn your TV on and off. control or on the media center front panel.

  • Page 51: Using The System Controls

    The remote control Guide Displays an on-screen Your system responds to: program guide if the selected source • The LIFESTYLE ® radio frequency (RF) remote control provides a guide. Radio frequencies eliminate the need for you to aim the remote.

  • Page 52: The Media Center

    TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English SING AND NJOYING YSTEM The media center Front panel display When the system is turned on, the display lights up. The media center provides these features. Front panel controls Indicators of the system status appear on the display.

  • Page 53: Playing A Disc

    English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 SING THE VARIOUS SOURCES Playing a disc Cleaning discs Handle discs by their edges to prevent fingerprints and scratches. 1. Press CD•DVD on the remote to select the disc •...

  • Page 54: To Control Play

    TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English SING THE VARIOUS SOURCES SING THE VARIOUS SOURCES To control play Discs that are system compatible Your system is designed to play the following discs: In order to: Press: •...

  • Page 55: Using The Radio

    English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4 TAB 5 TAB 6 TAB 7 TAB 8 SING THE VARIOUS SOURCES SING THE VARIOUS SOURCES Using the radio Using radio station presets You can establish presets for up to 20 FM and 20 AM stations and use them to find a favorite station quickly.

  • Page 56: Using Your Tv, Cable, Satellite, Dvr, Or Vcr

    Buttons at the bottom of your remote are either colored or lettered accordingly. ® You can use the LIFESTYLE remote control to operate your other devices if the remote is set for each device. Only in U.S. for DVR, Only in other countries for If not, refer to “Making it a universal remote”...

  • Page 57: Changing System And Source Settings

    English Deutsch Español Italiano Français Nederlands Svenska AKING LONG OR SHORT TERM ADJUSTMENTS Changing system and Short-term source settings You can change some settings temporarily while you source settings watch a video or listen to music. Your choices vary with the source (CD or DVD, cable/satellite, VCR, or AUX) that is playing.

  • Page 58: Changing The On-Screen Language

    Video Input on your TV. Use one of these methods: Restore Settings: ® • Press the TV Input button on your LIFESTYLE remote. The media center supports several languages. • Press the Input selection button on your TV remote.
  • Page 59 : Set to Off (or On if ADAPTiQ audio calibration has been run). To override ADAPTiQ effects, choose Erase. • Expansion Protocol: Not for use unless it is indicated by a Bose technician (and used with legacy Bose• products). • CBL•SAT/VCR Audio: Can be set for TV stereo instead of 5.1 reproduction.
  • Page 60 Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English AKING LONG OR SHORT TERM ADJUSTMENTS • Progressive Scan: Not applicable for systems that use the VS-2 video enhancer. Video • Video Resolution: Allows for the resolution setting to be changed while watching a video source. •...

  • Page 61: Adjusting The Audio Timing

    Video Input on your TV. Use one of these methods: 1. While you watch a video source (cable/satellite, • Press the TV Input button on your LIFESTYLE ® DVD, or VCR), press the Settings button on your remote.

  • Page 62: Settings Options

    Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English AKING LONG OR SHORT TERM ADJUSTMENTS Settings options RDS for FM only (outside the USA) You can dismiss the media center display of information. When you press the Settings button while a specific Output Mode for FM only source (like CD) plays, the setting options appear on You can set this for Stereo-only or Mono-only...
  • Page 63 English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska AKING LONG OR SHORT TERM ADJUSTMENTS Mono Decoding Time ® You set this to off so Videostage 5 decoding You can advance or reverse the movie by using does not send mono movie audio to all five the remote control number buttons to set a new speakers.
  • Page 64 Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English EFERENCE Connections: For TVs requiring SCART (in Europe, only) 1. Locate the SCART connector on the rear of your TV What you need to use: and plug the large end of the SCART adapter into this connector.
  • Page 65 English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska EFERENCE (cont.) For TVs requiring SCART (in Europe, only) 3. Locate the S-Video and composite Video Out 5. On the same end of the SCART adapter, identify connectors on the VS-2 connection pannel. the plug for the TV sensor.
  • Page 66 Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English EFERENCE (cont.) For TVs requiring SCART (in Europe, only) 7. Insert the TV sensor plug into the TV Sensor 9. Insert the red and white audio plugs on the SCART connector on the media center. adapter into these connectors.

  • Page 67: More About Dvd Play

    Some additional features apply to DVDs only. Choosing a password To repeat a segment of the DVD 1. Turn on your TV and your LIFESTYLE ® system. Be sure to select the same TV Video Input that you To replay a segment of the DVD more than once, you use to watch a DVD.
  • Page 68 Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English EFERENCE Setting a restriction level 2. In the System menu, select DVD Lock and enter your password. 1. Refer to the chart of ratings defined by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) to choose a 3.

  • Page 69: Maintaining The System

    Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of the dead spots are in vain, you may need an antenna media center. extender. To contact Bose for more information, or to Cleaning the speakers order the extender, refer to the address list included in Clean the surface of your speakers with a soft, damp the carton.

  • Page 70: Replacing The Remote Control Batteries

    Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English EFERENCE Replacing the remote control batteries Note: For information on using the small switches inside Replace all four batteries when the remote control the battery compartment, see “Changing remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced. Alkaline switch settings”...
  • Page 71 All Off button. center, enabling the two to communicate. 2. Press and hold the media center Enter button. If another LIFESTYLE ® system nearby creates a conflict Your current house code appears in the media cen- with your system, you can easily set a new house code ter display window.
  • Page 72 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ® In another room, where a Bose link-compatible product is set up, you need a Bose link remote control. On this additional remote: • Make sure switches 1-4 are set to match the settings in your main room remote.

  • Page 73: Setting Up Other Rooms With Sound

    To add a Bose link remote control in each of these So, when music is playing in the main room, listeners in spaces, you can choose a PERSONAL ®...

  • Page 74: Troubleshooting

    • Refer to “Connecting the media center” on page 19 for detailed information. System is on, but there is no ® • Be sure to press a source button (Stored, CD•DVD, AM•FM, TV, Cable, or AUX) on the LIFESTYLE sound remote control.
  • Page 75 • Make sure speaker cables are not damaged and the connections are secure. • For details, refer to “Connecting all of the speakers” on page 14. ® • Contact Bose Customer Service to determine if and how other electrical components in the room may be creating unwanted signals, and the possible remedies.
  • Page 76 • If performance improves, the problem may be remedied by obtaining “ferrite chokes” and placing them on the cable to draw away the interference. To purchase the chokes, contact Bose Customer Service for assistance.
  • Page 77 English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska EFERENCE TV issues What to do No video on the TV screen, • Check the TV video input selection. Make sure it is correct for the video source. though the TV audio functions No sound from TV •...
  • Page 78 Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English EFERENCE Source Issues What to do The disc does not play or plays • After pressing the CD/DVD button, wait a few seconds before pressing Play. intermittently • Make sure the disc is properly inserted (label side up). •...

  • Page 79: Contacting Bose

    What you must do to obtain Limited Warranty Service Return the product, with proof of purchase from an For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose ® authorized Bose dealer, using the following procedures: Customer Service. Refer to the address sheet included 1.

  • Page 80: Technical Information

    Svenska Nederlands Français Italiano Deutsch Español English EFERENCE Technical information Media center inputs AUX: 2Vrms, maximum CBL•SAT: 2Vrms, maximum Media center power pack power rating VCR: 2Vrms, maximum USA/Canada: 120V 0.55A 50/60 Hz 30VDC 1.1A TV: 2Vrms, maximum or 33VDC 1.1A DIGITAL: SPDIF (1 each for TV, VCR, TAPE, and AUX) International: 220-240V...
  • Page 81 Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska EFERENCE Media center outputs SPEAKERS, MAIN and BOSE ® LINK: Variable audio, user selectable AUDIO OUT L and R, fixed audio, 2 Vrms maximum DIGITAL AUDIO OUT: SPDIF OPTICAL OUTPUT: SPDIF, –15 to –21 dbm...
  • Page 82 ©2009 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM314478 Rev.00...

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