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L I F E S T Y L E
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HOME ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
O W N E R ' S G U I D E
B R U G E R V E J L E D N I N G • B E D I E N U N G S A N L E I T U N G
G E B R U I K E R S H A N D L E I D I N G • G U Í A D E L U S U A R I O
K ÄY T T Ö O H J E • N O T I C E D ' U T I L I S AT I O N
M A N U A L E D I I S T R U Z I O N I • K E Z E L É S I Ú T M U TAT Ó
B R U K E R V E I L E D N I N G • P O D R Ę C Z N I K U Ż Y T K O W N I K A
M A N U A L D O P R O P R I E TÁ R I O • A N VÄ N D A R H A N D B O K

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  • Page 1 L I F E S T Y L E 5 5 0 ® HOME ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM O W N E R ’ S G U I D E B R U G E R V E J L E D N I N G • B E D I E N U N G S A N L E I T U N G G E B R U I K E R S H A N D L E I D I N G •...
  • Page 2 • Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. • 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.
  • Page 3 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with ISED 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.
  • Page 4 The external power supply provided with the product, in accordance with the Ecodesign Requirements for Energy Related Products Directive 2009/125/EC, is in compliance with the following norms(s) or documents(s): Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/1782. Manufacturer Bose Products B.V. Manufacturer Bose Products B.V.
  • Page 5 Serial number: __________________________________________________________________________________ Model number: __________________________________________________________________________________ Please keep your receipt with your owner’s guide. Now is a good time to register your Bose product. You can easily do this by going to global.Bose.com/register The Bose Privacy Policy is available on the Bose website.
  • Page 6 L I C E N S E D I S C L O S U R E S You can view the license disclosures that apply to the software packages included with your system through the SoundTouch app or by ®...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    C O N T E N T S Getting Started ............................Unpacking ............................Layer 1 ............................Layer 2 ............................Layer 3 ............................Layer 4 ........................Placement guidelines ......................Sample system placement Setting Up the System ......................UNIFY® system overview ............................ UNIFY®...
  • Page 8 C O N T E N T S Bluetooth® Technology ..................Choosing your pairing method ......................Connect a mobile device ......................24 Connect a device with NFC ........24 Control your connected mobile device from the remote control .......... 24 Connect using the Bluetooth feature on your mobile device ..................
  • Page 9 C O N T E N T S Appendix A: Installation Reference ........................Front console panel ................... Front Headphones/AUX input ......................... Front HDMI™ input ........................Back console panel ...................... 36 Connecting an AC-2 adapter ......................Installing the front speakers ..............38 Connecting the front speakers to the console ......................

  • Page 10: Unpacking

    Note: If part of the system is damaged or the glass on your console or Acoustimass ® wireless bass module is broken, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. 1 0 - E N G L I S H...

  • Page 11: Layer 1

    G E T T I N G S TA R T E D Layer 1 From box Console (1) HDMI™ cable (1) Universal remote AA batteries (4) control (1) Layer 2 From box From box Console power supply (1) Power cords* Owner’s guide (1) *May ship with multiple power cords.

  • Page 12: Layer 3

    G E T T I N G S TA R T E D Layer 3 From box AC-2 adapters (5) Front speaker cable (1) Rear speaker cable (1) Virtually Invisible ® series II speakers (5) From box Screwdriver (1) IR emitter (1) Optical cable (1) ADAPTiQ ®...

  • Page 13: Placement Guidelines

    G E T T I N G S TA R T E D Placement guidelines To avoid interference, keep other wireless equipment 1 – 3 ft. (0.3 – 0.9 m) away from the system. Place your system outside of and away from metal objects and direct heat sources.

  • Page 14: Sample System Placement

    G E T T I N G S TA R T E D Sample system placement 1 4 - E N G L I S H...

  • Page 15: Setting Up The System

    It helps you choose the correct cables and inputs and programs the Bose remote control to operate your connected devices. Note: Before you begin, make sure you have one hour set aside for system setup.

  • Page 16: Unify Setup

    S E T T I N G U P T H E S Y S T E M UNIFY setup ® The following steps are part of the initial UNIFY setup process: Step Objective Pair the remote control Connect the system's remote control to the console. Choose language Select your language from the on-screen list.

  • Page 17: Using The Remote Control

    The remote control's display is an essential part of your Lifestyle experience. It guides ® you through your sources and system settings. Note: The Bose remote control does not control functions specific to devices that are connected to the front HDMI™ input. Display Provides access to...

  • Page 18: Using The Source Button

    U S I N G T H E R E M O T E C O N T R O L Using the SOURCE button button is used to switch between connected sources. Access sources using the navigation pad on your remote control. Once a source is highlighted, press OK to select it.

  • Page 19: The Av Settings Menu

    U S I N G T H E R E M O T E C O N T R O L The AV SETTINGS menu The AV SETTINGS menu lets you adjust certain system settings. The number of items that appear depends on the currently-selected source. To access the menu: 1.

  • Page 20: Soundtouch ® App Setup

    21. ® Download and install the SoundTouch ® On your smartphone or tablet, download the Bose SoundTouch app. ® • Apple users: download from the App Store • Android™ users: download from the Google Play™ store •...

  • Page 21: Existing Soundtouch ® Users

    ® E X I S T I N G S O U N D T O U C H U S E R S Add the system to an existing account If you have already set up SoundTouch on another system, you do not need to ®...

  • Page 22: Preset Personalization

    P R E S E T P E R S O N A L I Z AT I O N You can personalize six presets to your favorite streaming music services, stations, playlists, artists, albums or songs from your music library. You can access your music, at any time, with a simple touch of a button using the SoundTouch app.

  • Page 23: Bluetooth® Technology

    B L U E T O O T H T E C H N O L O G Y Bluetooth wireless technology lets you stream music from Bluetooth smartphones, tablets, computers or other devices to your console. Before you can stream music from a mobile device, you must connect the mobile device with your console.

  • Page 24: Connect A Device With Nfc

    1. With your system powered on, unlock your device and turn on the Bluetooth and NFC features. Refer to your device owner’s guide to learn more about these features. 2. Gently tap the NFC touchpoint on your mobile device to the area above the Bose logo on the top of your Lifestyle console.

  • Page 25: Connect Using Your Remote Control

    Note: The device must be within range and powered on. • If your device supports NFC, gently tap the NFC touchpoint on your mobile device to the area above the Bose logo on the top of your console. Clear the system's Bluetooth pairing list From within the app, select >...

  • Page 26: Advanced Features

    A D VA N C E D F E AT U R E S Disabling Wi-Fi capability 1. Press and hold your console's button for 10 seconds. 2. Release the button. Re-enabling Wi-Fi capability Your system's Wi-Fi automatically re-enables when powering on your system. Updating the system software If your system is connected to your home network, it checks for software updates every time the system is used.

  • Page 27: Getting System Information

    Blinking white System is powering on Solid white System powered on Blinking amber Downloading system software update Solid amber No network connection Solid red Firmware error - contact Bose customer service E N G L I S H - 2 7...

  • Page 28: Acoustimass® Wireless Bass Module Led Indicator

    Ready to connect Solid white Connected to the console Solid amber (dim) Disconnected from the console Blinking white Downloading system software update Blinking red Firmware error - contact Bose customer service 2 8 - E N G L I S H...

  • Page 29: Care And Maintenance

    Limited warranty The system is covered by a limited warranty. Visit our website at global.Bose.com/warranty for details of the limited warranty. To register your product, visit global.Bose.com/register for instructions. Failure to register will not affect your limited warranty rights. Technical information U.S.A./Canada/International:...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    • Verify the system is within the recommended range of wireless router or mobile device for proper operation. If you could not resolve your issue, see the table below to identify symptoms and solutions to common problems. If you are unable to resolve your issue, contact Bose customer service. Common solutions The following table lists symptoms and possible solutions to common problems.
  • Page 31 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Symptom Solution Problems related to CEC If the console is connected to your TV’s HDMI ARC connector, make sure that Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) is enabled in your TV system menu.
  • Page 32 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Symptom Solution Bass is too heavy or low • Adjust the bass setting of the system (see page 19). • Run ADAPTiQ ® audio calibration (see page 16). •...

  • Page 33: Setting Up Your Ir Emitter

    Setting up your IR emitter If you are having issues with the responsiveness of your remote and your connected devices, Bose recommends using the provided IR emitter. Note: Use the IR emitter only if you are having remote control issues from a third party device.

  • Page 34: Checking For Sound

    T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G 4. Remove the plastic backing from the adhesive pads. 5. Place the three IR beads into the cabinet housing your device or directly in front of the device itself.

  • Page 35: Appendix A: Installation Reference

    Front HDMI™ input You can use this input for devices that have an HDMI output. Note: The Bose remote control does not control functions specific to devices that are connected to the front HDMI™ input. Back console panel HDMI™...

  • Page 36: Connecting An Ac-2 Adapter

    A P P E N D I X A : I N S TA L L AT I O N R E F E R E N C E Connecting an AC-2 adapter 1. Using the screwdriver, turn the screws to the left (counterclockwise) to loosen the wire terminals.

  • Page 37: Installing The Front Speakers

    A P P E N D I X A : I N S TA L L AT I O N R E F E R E N C E Installing the front speakers UNIFY setup guides you through the initial installation of your front speakers during ®...

  • Page 38: Connecting The Front Speakers To The Console

    A P P E N D I X A : I N S TA L L AT I O N R E F E R E N C E Connecting the front speakers to the console 1. Connect the AC-2 adapters to the bare ends of the speaker wire. See “Connecting an AC-2 adapter”...

  • Page 39: Installing The Rear Speakers

    A P P E N D I X A : I N S TA L L AT I O N R E F E R E N C E Installing the rear speakers UNIFY setup guides you through the initial installation of your rear speakers during the ®...

  • Page 40: Connecting The Rear Speakers To The Console

    Bose dealer or visit www.Bose.com CAUTIONS:  • Only use Bose hardware to mount the speakers. Using unauthorized mounts may damage your Bose system and its components. • The speaker wire and interconnect cables included with this system are not approved for in-wall installation.

  • Page 41: Appendix B: System Maintenance

    A P P E N D I X B : S Y S T E M M A I N T E N A N C E Replacing the remote control’s batteries Replace all four batteries when there is a noticeable decrease in range. 1.

  • Page 42: Appendix C: Alternative Wired Setup

    If you are having issues wirelessly connecting your bass module to your console, you can also connect it using a 3.5 mm stereo cable (not provided). Note: If you do not have a 3.5 mm stereo cable, contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service.
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  • Page 44 X o s W global.Bose.com/warranty ©2020 Bose Corporation, 100 The Mountain Road, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM8121210-0020 Rev. 00...

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