Bose Serial number: _________________________ Dealer name: ________________________________________________________________ Dealer phone: ____________________________ Be sure to fill out your product registration card and mail it to Bose. Please keep your sales receipt and product registration together with this owner’s guide. VS-1 video expander...
Connecting the VS-1 to Your Media Center If you have a LIFESTYLE ® system in your home If you already have set up a LIFESTYLE ® system in your home, complete the following steps. Other- wise, skip to “Connecting the Quadra cable.” ®...
Your TV connection panel Your TV may have more than one type of video input connection. Each type provides a different level of video image quality. Examine the rear panel of your TV and determine whether it has composite, S-Video, or component video input jacks.
For a Component Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1 Connecting your TV to the VS-1 (Component) Follow the instructions on this page and the next if you decided to connect your TV to the VS-1 using a component video cable. You can use the component video cable included in the carton to connect your TV to the VS-1.
Choosing connection types for your video sources 1. Look at the rear panel of all your sources to determine what types of video output con- nectors they have. 2. In the following table, check off the type of video input connection you plan to use for each of your video sources.
For an S-Video Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1 Connecting your TV to the VS-1 (S-Video) Follow the instructions on this page and the next if you decided to connect your TV to the VS-1 using an S-Video cable. You can use the S-Video cable included with your LIFESTYLE to make this connection.
Choosing connection types for your video sources If you connected your TV to the VS-1 using an S-Video cable, you can only use S-Video and Composite connections for source inputs even though a source may have compo- nent output connections. 1.
For a Composite Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1 Connecting your TV to the VS-1 (Composite) Follow the instructions on this page and the next if you decided to con- nect your TV to the VS-1 using a composite video cable. You can use the composite video cable included with your LIFESTYLE system to make this connection.
Connecting your sources to the VS-1 If you connected your TV to the VS-1 using a composite video cable, you can only use composite connections for source inputs. You need to obtain a composite video cable to make this connection. 1.
Source Audio Connections Now that all the video connections are made, you can connect the audio sources to the media center. Connect the audio OUT jacks from all your sources to the appropriate audio IN jacks on the rear panel of your LIFESTYLE ®...
Connecting your cable/satellite box to your VCR/DVR If you occasionally want to record programs from your cable service, you need to connect your cable/satellite box to your VCR or DVR. The diagram on this page is an example of how this equipment might typically be connected.
Operating Information Updating the system software Your DVD home entertainment system might need a software update to enable it to operate the VS-1. For example, if you cannot see a picture on your TV after installing the VS-1, you need to update the system software. A software update disc is included in the carton with your VS-1.
Switching sources After adding the VS-1 to your system setup, switching sources is greatly simplified. 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-1, make sure the source is turned on.
Mounting Your VS-1 on a Wall Required tools Recommended hardware For solid wood No. 8 x 1½-in (M4 x 36 mm) -in (3.5 mm) drill bit wood screws For wallboard No. 8 (M4) wall anchor Use drill size specified for type of wall anchor used.
Cleaning • Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of the VS-1. • Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. • Do not allow liquids to spill into any openings. •...
75Ω Weight (approximate) 1.25 lb (.57 kg) Finish Molded plastic Contacting Customer Service If you need help solving problems while setting up this product, contact Bose Service. See the address and phone number list included with your system. ® Customer...
How you can obtain warranty service: You can ship the system to either a Bose Service Agency or to Bose directly with a proof of purchase from an authorized dealer. Please: A. Properly and carefully pack the product for shipping.
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