Bose AM259777 User Manual
LIFESTYLE
®
DVD Home Entertainment Systems
Installation Guide
April 23, 2002
AM259777_02_V.pdf
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®
media center and Acoustimass
®
module enclosures:
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
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Class 1 laser product
The DVD player contained within the media center is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT according to EN 60825-1:1994 + A11. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located
on the bottom of the media center.
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CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposur e. The compact disc player should not be adjusted
or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.
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This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Batteries
Please dispose of used batteries properly, following any local regulations. Do not incinerate.
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See the additional instructions on the Important Safety Information sheet enclosed in the shipping carton.
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of its advanced features. Save your owner’s guide for future reference.
CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
For your records
Serial numbers are located on the bottom of the media center and the bottom panel of the Acoustimass module.
Media center serial number: _____________________ Acoustimass module serial number: __________________
Dealer name: ___________________________ Dealer phone: ___________________ Purchase date:____________
®
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to use with the Cirrus Logic integrated circuits incorporated in this product. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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Where to find …
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
System Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Contents
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Region numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Types of discs you can play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Symbols used in this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cables and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Placing your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Left and right front speaker placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Center speaker placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Surround speaker placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Acoustimass
Placing your media center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting the speakers to the Acoustimass module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Making a two-wire speaker connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Making a plug-in cable speaker connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the Acoustimass module to the media center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connecting the antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting an FM antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting the AM antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting to a cable radio provider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting your TV to the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Making audio connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Making video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting your VCR to the system (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting your cable/satellite box to the system (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing the TV on/off detector (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Turning off the internal speakers in your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Making the temporary headset connection before connecting to power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Connecting the system to power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Installing the remote control batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Finishing the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Save the headset for possible future use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using alternate system connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
To play VCR audio (not TV audio) through your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
To play TV audio through your system with VCR audio fed to the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Setting up a second listening zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
What is a zone? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
What do I need for setting up a second zone? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
How do I set up a speaker system in a second zone? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Connecting external equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connecting record/playback equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connecting other playback equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using digital audio connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Using optical digital audio connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Connecting the optional IR emitter cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Contacting customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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module placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing a LIFESTYLE
If you have successfully installed your new LIFESTYLE
Set Up Guide, congratulations! You can now skip to “Finishing the installation” on
page 21.
If not, the information provided on the following pages will guide you through the
installation.
Region numbers
Region numbers are assigned to DVD players and discs according to where they are sold.
Look for the region number marked on the carton or on the bottom of the media center.
For example, a region 1 DVD player should be marked like this:
Your system can play only DVD discs marked with the same region number.
Types of discs you can play
The DVD player in your system can play the following types of discs:
®
home entertainment system.
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system using the Quick
• Video DVDs
• Audio CDs
• CD-Rs or CD-R/Ws
• MP3 CDs
Symbols used in this guide
The symbols that appear in this guide are intended to aid in your understanding of this mate-
rial. Those symbols include:
A box with dotted lines identifies what parts may vary with different systems or in different
countries.
1
1
A gray circle with a number inside it indicates text that explains a similarly numbered step on
the Quick Set Up Guide.
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Getting started
Figure 1
System connection diagram
System Installation
After unpacking your new system, save all packing materials. The original packing materials
provide the safest way to transport your system if necessary. If any part of your system is
missing or appears damaged, contact your authorized Bose
Bose directly. Refer to the Bose address list included with your system.
The instructions in this section tell you how to connect your system as shown in Figure 1. For
alternate system connections, see “Using alternate system connections” on page 23.
Left front
speaker
Center front
speaker
®
dealer immediately, or contact
Right front
speaker
Acoustimass
®
module
Media center
Front speaker
outputs
Rear speaker
outputs
Speaker
zone 1
output
Left surround
speaker
Right surround
speaker
AUX left & right audio (if available)
VCR left & right audio
VCR video
TV left & right audio
Video output
TV power detector
Cable TV or
satellite input
Cable/satellite box
Cable TV or
satellite video
VCR
Cable TV video
TV
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Cables and accessories
The following items are included with your system.
Figure 2
Cables and accessories
included with your system
Front speaker cables
Video cable (6 ft)
Mounting strip
TV on/off detector
L
R
Surround speaker cables
Stereo audio cable
S-Video cable
Rubber feet for
Acoustimass
Rubber feet for
cube speakers
OR
®
module
Audio input cable
Component video adapter
Batteries
Remote control
1
1
FM antenna
AM loop antenna
Optional IR emitter cable
Media center power supply
Media center power supply 120 VAC power
cord (US/Canada)
Discs 1 & 2
Headset
for custom equalization process
Acoustimass module 120 VAC power cord
(US/Canada)
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Placing your speakers
When you place your speakers according to the guidelines below, a combination of reflected
and direct sound provides the audio atmosphere of a home theater. You may experiment with
the placement and orientation of the speakers to produce the sound most pleasing to you.
CAUTION: Choose a stable and level surface for your speakers. Vibration can cause the
speakers to move, particularly on smooth surfaces like marble, glass, or highly polished
wood. If you are placing the center speaker on top of the television, attach the rubber feet
provided to the bottom of the speaker. You may obtain additional rubber feet by contacting
Bose
Note: Do not place a cube speaker on its side, as this diminishes performance.
Left and right front speaker placement
To best match sound and picture, the left and right front speakers should be placed at the
edge of the TV picture (Figure 3).
• Place the speakers up to 3 feet (1 m) from the edge of the TV screen and line them up with
the center of the TV screen.
2
2
Bose recommends a maximum distance of 3 feet (1 m) from the edge of the TV screen so
that the sound does not become too separated from the picture. You may wish to vary this
distance based on room conditions and personal preference. The front cables allow the
cube speakers to be placed up to 20 feet (6.1 m) from the Acoustimass
• Direct one cube of each speaker array forward. Direct the other cube towar d the wall or in a
different direction to cr eate reflected sound. See the illustration of reflected sound patterns
in Figure 4 on page 8.
System Installation Instructions
®
customer service. Refer to the Bose address list included with your system.
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module.
Figure 3
Recommended speaker
locations
Left surround
Left
front
Right surround
Center
Right
front
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Figure 4
Speaker placement and
reflection rays
Left
surround
Left
front
Center
Right
front
Acoustimass®
module
Right
surround
Center speaker placement
The sound from the center speaker should appear to come directly from the center of the picture. The center speaker cable allows up to 20 feet (6.1 m) distance from the Acoustimass
module.
1. Place the center speaker directly above or below the center of the TV screen, or at the
closest convenient location.
Note: If it will sit directly on the TV, be sure to attach the protective rubber feet to the bottom
of the center speaker.
2. Align the speaker with the front of the TV screen (not pushed to the back of the TV).
3. Direct each of the cubes slightly away from center , to create a wider area of direct sound.
Note: If you put the speakers in a bookcase unit, be sure to place them at the front edge of
the shelf. Placing speakers in an enclosed space can change the tonal quality of the sound.
Surround speaker placement
The rear surround speakers create an area of sound around the listener. Place them in the back
half of your room. Direct the cubes slightly away from the listeners so that you cannot pinpoint the
exact location of the sound source. The surround cables allow up to 50 feet (15.2 m) distance
from the Acoustimass module.
1. Place the speakers at ear height (when seated) or higher, if possible.
2. Adjust the rear surround speakers to direct the sound to the front and back of the listener.
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Figure 5
Right and wrong placements for the Acoustimass
module
Acoustimass
®
module placement
Note: Now is a good time to find the serial number on the bottom of the module, before you
proceed. Copy that number onto your warranty card and in the space provided on page 2 of
this guide.
Follow these guidelines to select a location for the Acoustimass module:
• Place the Acoustimass module along the same wall as the TV, or close to the same end of
the room as the front speakers (see Figure 4).
Note: To avoid interference with the TV picture, place the Acoustimass module at least
18 inches (45 cm) from the TV.
• Place the Acoustimass module so that the grille with the Bose
®
emblem faces into the room
or along the wall to avoid blocking the sound output or creating too much bass.
• For best bass performance, DO NOT place the Acoustimass module at equal distances
from any two walls or from a wall and the ceiling.
• For convenience, you may want to slide the Acoustimass module under a table or behind a
cabinet. However , DO NOT allow furniture or drapes to block the ventilation openings of the
module.
• Place the Acoustimass module within reach of the audio input cable, speaker cables, and
an AC power (mains) outlet.
• Place the Acoustimass module on the floor on its long edge or lay it down on its largest
side. DO NOT stand it on either end. See Figure 5.
BEST
For best ventilation,
place it on the long
edge, with connectors
facing the floor.
stand the module on the
back end. This surface is
slightly curved and the
DO NOT
module may tip over.
ALTERNATE
Place it on its largest
side.
DO NOT
stand the module on
the front grille. The
weight of the module
can damage the grille.
• Once you have selected a position for the module, place the four self-adhesive rubber feet
near the corners of the bottom surface. The rubber feet provide increased stability and protection from scratches.
CAUTION: DO NOT cover the ventilation openings of the Acoustimass module. The slots on
the end provide ventilation for the built-in electronic circuitry, and should not be blocked.
CAUTION: The magnetic field from the Acoustimass module is not an immediate risk to your
video tapes, audio tapes, and other magnetic media. However, you should not store tapes
directly on or near the Acoustimass module.
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Placing your media center
Note: Now is a good time to find the serial number on the bottom of the media center, before
you proceed. Copy that number onto your warranty card and in the space provided on
page 2 of this guide.
Select a location for the media center, keeping in mind the following guidelines:
• Do not block the front of the media center. Make sure you allow enough room to lift up the
front cover and open the CD tray of the CD/DVD player. Also, position the media center so
that you can clearly view the display window to the right of the CD tray cover. See Figure 6
for a description of the front of the media center.
• Place the media center close enough to other sound sources (TV and VCR) to allow for easy
cable connections. If you need additional audio and/or video cables to connect all of your
components, see your dealer or call Bose
included with your system.
• Place the media center within 30 feet (9.1 m) of the Acoustimass
audio input cable).
Note: For convenience, until your system is completely installed and tested, keep the media
center where you have easy access to its rear connection panel.
Figure 6
Front features of media
center
Front door – Make sure you have
enough room to lift up this door.
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customer service. Refer to the Bose address list
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module (the length of the
Display window – Make sure you can view
this information while using your system.
Disc tray – Make sure nothing blocks this tray as it slides
open for you to insert a disc.
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