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Page 1 ® LIFESTYLE VS-2 VIDEO ENHANCER Owner’s Guide REVIEW DRAFT 4 (9/18/06)
Page 2 Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Bose to be referred to an authorized service center near you. 15. To prevent risk of fire or electric shock, avoid overloading wall outlets, exten- sion cords, or integral convenience receptacles.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Directive 73/23/EEC. The complete Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.bose.com/static/compliance/index.html. ©2006 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission. All trademarks referenced herein are property of Bose Corporation.
Page 4: Introduction
Svenska Nederlands 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 sin- gle button press selects the source video and audio at the same time. Features and benefits •...
Page 5 LIFESTYLE system. To determine if you need any additional cables, please read this guide before you begin the actual setup. You can purchase additional cables from your Bose dealer or local electronics retailer. For your records Now is a good time to find the serial number on the bottom of the VS-2 video enhancer. Please record it here.
Page 6: Connecting The Vs-2 To Your Media Center
Svenska Nederlands Connecting the VS-2 to Your Media Center Preparation ® 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 system at the same time, find the media center power supply in the LIFESTYLE sys- tem carton before you begin.
Page 7: Your Tv Connection Options
English Dansk 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 has HDMI, component, S-Video, or composite video input connectors.
Page 8: Using An Hdmi Tv Connection
Svenska Nederlands 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 Dansk Choosing connection types for your A/V devices 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 Dansk Choosing connection types for your A/V devices 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 A S-Video Tv Connection
Svenska Nederlands Using a S-Video TV Connection Connecting the VS-2 S-Video output to your You can use the S-Video cable included with your LIFESTYLE 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 Dansk Choosing connection types for your A/V devices 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
Svenska Nederlands 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 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 connec- tor on the rear of your TV.
Page 15 English Dansk Connecting your A/V devices to the VS-2 If you connected your TV to the VS-2 using a composite video cable, you can use only a Composite or S-Video connection for your A/V devices even though a device may have HDMI or component video output connectors. Plug one end of the video cable into the appropriate video output connector on the rear of your A/V device.
Page 16: Program Recording Connections
Svenska Nederlands 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 have the necessary input and output connectors available.
Page 17: Operating Information
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 TV selected source is CBL-SAT or VCR. Recommended setting – should not be changed.
Page 18 Svenska Nederlands New Settings menu items ® When the VS-2 is connected to your LIFESTYLE New Menu Item Description Audio Delay Changes the amount of delay between audio and video. Used to synchronize the audio with the action when viewing audio/video program content.
Page 19 English Dansk Switching sources 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. Selecting TV channels ®...
Page 20: Mounting Your Vs-2 On A Wall
Svenska Nederlands Mounting Your VS-2 on a Wall Required tools Recommended hardware For solid wood No. 8 x 1½-inch (M4 x 36 mm) -inch (3.5 mm) drill bit wood screws For wallboard No. 8 (M4) wall anchor Use drill size specified for type of wall anchor used.
Page 21: Maintaining Your
English Dansk 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
Composite Weight (approximate) 2.5 lb (1.13 kg) Finish Diecast aluminum Contacting Customer Service ® If you need help solving problems while setting up this product, contact Bose Customer Service. See the address and phone number list included with your system.
Page 23: Limited Warranty
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. If you need a carton for shipping, contact Bose for a new carton B.
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