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LIFESTYLE® V30 LIFESTYLE® V20

HOME THEATER SYSTEMS

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read this Owner’s Guide

Please take the time to follow the instructions in this guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy its advanced features. Please save this guide for future reference.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electrical shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, as marked on the system, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in this owner’s guide.

WARNING: T o reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.

WARNING: The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on the apparatus. As with any electronic products, use care not to spill liquids into any part of the system. Liquids can cause a failure and/or a fire hazard.

WARNING: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

WARNING: To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the line cord plug to the wide slot of the AC (mains) receptacle. Insert fully.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

CAUTION: Make no modifications to the system or accessories. Unauthorized alterations may compromise safety, regulatory compliance, and syste m performance.

Class B emissions

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations (Canada only).

This product conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and to the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC. The remote control conforms to the RTTE Directive 99/5/EC. The complete Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.Bose.com/ static/compliance/index.html.

Please dispose of used batteries properly, following any local regulations. Do not incinerate.

Note: The product label is located on the bottom of the product.

Note: Where the mains plug or appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, such disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

Note: The product must be used indoors. It is neither designed nor tested for use outdoors, in recreation vehicles, or on boats.

Note: This product is intended to be used only with the power supply provided.

Additional safety information

See the additional instructions on the Important Safety Instructions sheet (North America only) enclosed in the

shipping carton.

For Your Records

Serial numbers are located on the bottom of the media center and the connection panel of the Acoustimass® module.

Your system includes (circle one): Lifestyle Serial numbers: Media center:________________________ Acoustimass module:___________________________

V30 home theater system; Lifestyle® V20 home theater system

Dealer name:__________________________ Dealer phone:_____________________ Purchase date:____________ Bose recommends that you keep your sales slip and a copy of your product registration card together with this guide.

Be sure to fill out your product registration card and mail it to Bose.

Doing so is the only way to ensure that you will receive future software updates by mail.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INSTALLATION ..........................................2

Welcome ..................................................................2

Your system features:........................................... 2

Setup assistance ......................................................2

Setup Guide.......................................................... 2

Setup and Demonstrations DVD........................... 3

This User Guide .................................................... 3

First Power-Up .........................................................4

What to do next .................................................... 4

Tailoring the sound to your room .............................6

Carton inventory .......................................................8

System parts.............. ... ... ... ... ............................... 8

Cables and accessories........................................ 9

Placing the media center and display ....................10

Placing the cube speakers .....................................10

Placing the center speaker ................................. 11

Placing the front left and right speakers............. 12

Placing the rear speakers ................................... 12

Placing the Acoustimass

Making antenna connections .................................14

FM antenna connection................... ... .... ............ 14

AM antenna connection...................................... 14

Cable radio as an option............................ ... ... ... 14

module ........................12

Installing the TV on/off sensor ...............................15

Using a SCART adapter (Europe only) ...................17

Connecting the audio from your TV .......................18

Using the IR emitter ...............................................19

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ................... 20

The display .............................................................20

The remote control .................................................21

OPERATION .......................................... 28

Watching TV .................. ... ... .... ... ... .........................2 8

Setting up the Lifestyle remote to

control the TV...................................................... 28

Selecting the TV screen shape ........................... 29

Setting the audio delay compensation ............... 29

Changing the HDMI Image View......................... 29

Controlling a cable or satellite box .........................30

Programming the Bose remote to

turn the cable or satellite box on or off............... 30

Using the remote to change channels................ 31

Changing the HDMI Image View......................... 31

About the HDMI video resolution............. ... ... .... . 31

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Controlling DVD playback ......................................32

Programming the Lifestyle

remote to

control the DVD player........................................ 32

Changing the HDMI Image View......................... 33

About the HDMI video resolution........................ 33

Setting up to view videotapes .. .... ... ... ....................34

Setting up the Bose remote to control the VCR . 34

About the HDMI video resolution........................ 35

Setting up an auxiliary (AUX) source ......................36

Setting up the Bose

remote to control the

AUX device ......... ... .... ... ... ... ................................ 36

About the HDMI video resolution........................ 37

Controlling the (HDMI) Image View ........................38

Changing the HDMI video resolution .....................41

Listening to the radio .............................................42

Presets....................................................... ... ... ... 42

Headphone listening ..............................................42

Settings Options ....................................................43

System maintenance .......... ... ... .............................. 48

Replacing the remote control batteries .............. 48

Changing remote control switch settings ........... 48

REFERENCE .......................................... 48

Protecting and caring for your system................ 50

Cleaning the media center.................................. 51

Setting up a second room with sound ...................52

Bose

link-compatible products make it easy ... 52

Bose

link remote switch settings...................... 53

Troubleshooting .....................................................54

Contacting Customer Service ................................58

GLOSSARY ............................................ 59

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Welcome

Thank you for choosing a Bose® Lifestyle® home theater system. This elegant and easy-to-use system delivers superior performance for both music and video programming.

Your system features:

•HDMI connectivity

• The ability to up-convert video

• Proprietary ADAPTiQ which optimizes system performance to your listening room

• Capability of expanding your system to up to 14 other rooms

audio calibration system,

Setup assistance

The following information is provided to help you set up your system:

Setup Guide

If you haven’t already done so, please refer to the fold-out Setup Guide. It contains all the steps needed to get you through basic system installation, including:

• System placement

• Speaker connections

• Display/media center interconnections

• TV/video connections

• Audio connections

• System power connections

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Setup and Demonstrations DVD

The Setup and Demonstrations DVD is a valuable resource for setup information and content that demonstrates the capability of your Lifestyle encourage you to view the DVD immediately after you set up your Lifestyle

system and connect your DVD player

using the Setup Guide. The setup DVD:

• Provides instructions for optimizing speaker placement

• Explains the importance of running the ADAPTiQ audio calibration system

• Demonstrates the capabilities of your Lifestyle system

system. We

This User Guide

This User Guide shows you how to complete your system setup, and get the most out of your system. The following information is provided in this user guide:

• ADAPTiQ audio calibration system Shows how to initiate the ADAPTiQ audio calibration system so that your Lifestyle calibrated to produce the best sound possible in your listening space.

• Speaker placement Diagrams and explains how to place your speakers to get the best possible sound.

• Antenna connections Illustrates how to connect the AM and FM antennas.

• TV sensor setup Shows how to enable the TV to turn on when a video source (DVD, VCR, etc.) is selected.

• TV audio out connections Explains how to connect audio from your TV so that you can hear audio from camcorders, game consoles, etc.

• Display and remote control buttons Details the functions of buttons on the display and remote control.

• Remote control setup Shows how to set up the remote to control devices.

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First Power-Up

After you connect your Lifestyle® system to your TV and DVD player using the Setup Guide, you are ready to apply power .

1. Turn on the TV and Lifestyle The first time you apply power to your Lifestyle

tem, you are guided through a sequence of menus. The first menu displayed on the TV (see Figure 1) directs you to choose the system language.

Figure 1 Lifestyle® language menu.

system.

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2. Select a language by pressing the corresponding numeric key on the remote control.

The Setup menu appears as shown in Figure 2.

Figure 2 System menu Setup tab.

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What to do next

The first time the System menu Setup tab displays, you can take one of the following actions:

• If you are confident that your speakers are correctly wired and placed, and that you can understand and navigate the Setup menu, continue using it. See “Operation” beginning on page 28 for more information on using the Setup menu.

• If you would rather be guided through the setup process by the Bose DVD, do the following:

1.Exit the System menu by pressing on the

Lifestyle

remote.

2.Select the DVD player by pressing on the

Lifestyle

remote.

3.Turn your DVD player on and insert the Bose

Setup and Demonstrations DVD.

Setup and Demonstrations

The Setup and Demonstrations DVD should begin playing. If not, press the PLAY button on the DVD remote control. Follow the instructions on the DVD. When you are finished with the Setup and Demon- strations DVD, see “Operation” beginning on page 28 for more information on using the Setup menu.

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Tailoring the sound to your room

The ADAPTiQ® audio calibration system ensures that your Lifestyle audio calibration system process is the final step of a basic Lifestyle

A special headset, pictured in Figure 3, can be found in the Essentials kit. The headset, designed to be worn above your ears, contains two miniatur e micr ophones that take acoustic measurements during calibration.

Y ou will achieve the best results when the listening room is relatively quiet. Please notify other members of your household that they will hear a series of audio tones.

On the connection panel of the media center (shown in Figure 3), plug the ADAPTiQ headset into the AUX AUDIO IN connectors.

system sounds great. Completing the ADAPTiQ

setup.

Figure 3 ADAPTiQ headset connection.

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If you are applying power to your Lifestyle

system for the

first time, see “First Power-Up” on page 4. To run the ADAPTiQ

audio calibration system process,

complete the following steps:

1. In the System menu Setup tab (see Figure 4), move to

the ADAPTiQ item by pressing the down arrow .

Figure 4 System menu Setup tab

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2. Press the right arrow to select Run.

3. To begin the ADAPTiQ audio calibration process,

press (Enter).

4. Follow the on-screen directions to complete the process.

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Carton inventory

Now that you have unpacked your system, please save all of the packing materials, which provide the safest means for shipping or transporting.

Figure 5 System parts

Power supply

Media center

Note: Now is a good time to locate the serial numbers

for your system, on the bottom of the media center and near the connection panel on the Acoustimass

For future reference, we suggest that you copy those numbers onto the For Your Records form on page iii.

System parts

Verify that your system includes the following parts shown in Figure 5.

Jewel Cube (Lifestyle

Direct/Reflecting (Lifestyle

speakers (4)

V30)

V20)

Center channel speaker (1)

(Lifestyle

Center channel speaker (1)

(Lifestyle

cube speakers (4)

V20)

V30)

module.

Display

Remote control

Acoustimass

module

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Cables and accessories

Verify that the items in Figure 6 ar e supplied. Cables needed to get your system operational are included. Accessories such as antennas, SCART connector (Europe

Figure 6 Cables and accessories

IR emitter extender

Right rear speaker

Left front speaker

FM dipole antenna

Center front speaker

Right front speaker

SCART video connector (Europe only)

Remote control batteries

Left rear speaker

only), and TV sensor are also included. You may need to acquire other cables or accessories to complete your unique home theater setup as preferred.

IR emitter

AC Power (2)

Acoustimass to media center

module

TV sensor

Component video

HDMI digital audio/video

Composite video

Optical digital audio

AM loop antenna

RCA analog audio

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Placing the media center and display

The media center can be placed out of sight behind all of your other A/V components. When placing the media center , ensure that it is close enough to other sour ces (TV, DVD, VCR, cable or satellite box) to allow for easy cable connections. Check the length of the audio and video cables you will use for these additional components.

CAUTION:

side of the media center. Allow at least two inches on each side.

Place the display module so it is facing out into the room, toward the front of the surface on which it rests, as shown in Figure 7. Allow about two inches of clearance on either side of the display module. Make sure you can clearly see the display module from your listening position.

Bose offers a variety of speaker mounting accessories, including rubber feet, stands, and wall brackets. For more information, or to purchase accessories, contact your local Bose Bose directly , r efer to the addr ess list pr ovided in the carton.

Rotate the top cube of each speaker array toward the wall or another hard surface to create reflected sound.

Do not block the ventilation openings on either

dealer or visit www.Bose.com. To contact

Figure 7 Typical placement of the Lifestyle® display module

Display module

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Placing the cube speakers

When you place your speakers approximately as shown in Figure 8 on page 11, they provide the audio atmosphere of a home theater . You can experiment with speaker placement and orientation to produce the most pleasing sound.

CAUTION:

Vibration can cause speakers to move, particularly on smooth surfaces such as marble, glass, or highly polished wood.

Note: If, after running the ADAPTiQ

system, you move one or more speakers to a substantially different location, you should re-run the ADAPTiQ calibration system.

Select a stable and level surface for all speakers.

audio calibration

audio

Rotate the top cube toward a wall or other hard surface.

Figure 8 Approximate speaker locati ons

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Placing the center speaker

• Place the center speaker directly above or below the center of the TV screen or as close to that as possible (see Figure 8).

• If you are placing the center speaker directly on the top of your TV, first attach the supplied rubber feet to the bottom surface of the speaker.

• Make sure the 20-foot (6.1-meter) speaker cable can reach from the center speaker to the Acoustimass

module.

Placing the front left and right speakers

• Set or mount the front left and right speakers upright and lined up with the vertical and horizontal center of the TV screen.

• We recommend a maximum distance of 3 feet (1 meter) from the edge of your TV screen for best results.

• Make sure each 20-foot (6.1-meter) speaker cable can reach from the speaker to the Acoustimass module.

Placing the rear speakers

• Position the rear left and right speakers in the back half of your room.

• Make sure each 50-foot (15.2-meter) speaker cable can reach from the speaker to the Acoustimass module.

• Place the speakers at ear height or higher if possible.

• Direct the sound away from the listening positions to maximize the reflected sound.

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Placing the Acoustimass® module

Attach the four self-adhesive rubber feet to the surface

Figure 9 Proper and improper Acoustimass module positioning

op surface

Side surface

that touches the floor (either of its two sides, its top, or bottom).

Place the Acoustimass® module:

• At the same end of the room as the front speakers.

• At least 18 inches (45 centimeters) from the TV to avoid magnetic interference with the TV image.

• With the front end facing into the room.

or best ventilation, stand the

odule on its bottom surface,

s shown, above.

BEST

ALTERNATE

Place the module on one of its two broad sides.

• Within reach of the audio input cable, the five speaker cables, and your AC power (mains) outlet.

• Under a table or behind a cabinet, but not where furniture or drapes block any openings on the

Front end

Back end

Ventilation openings

module.

• On its two sides, its top, or bottom (Figure 9).

Do NOT place the Acoustimass module:

• On its back end or front end (Figure 9).

• Where the ventilation slots for the built-in electronic circuitry are blocked.

• Where it will expose electronic media, such as tapes, to its magnetic field for long periods.

• Where the front end is facing a wall.

stand the module on its slightly curved back end, which can cause it to tip over.

DO NOT

stand the module on its front grille end. The weight of the module can damage the grille.

DO NOT

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Making antenna connections

The supplied AM and FM antennas connect to the rear panel of the media center (Figure 10).

Note: The FM connector may be used with an

outdoor antenna. Before doing this, consult a qualified installer. Follow all safety instructions supplied with the antenna.

Figure 10 Connections for the AM and FM antennas

FM AM base

FM antenna connection

1. Plug the connector on the FM dipole antenna lead into the FM antenna jack.

3. Keep the antenna as far as possible from the media

center, display , and Acoustimass

module.

AM antenna connection

1. Plug the connector on the AM loop antenna lead into the AM antenna jack.

2. Stand the AM antenna on the base or mount the antenna on a wall, following the instructions enclosed with the AM antenna.

3. Keep the antenna as far as possible (at least 20 inches or 50 centimeters) from the media center and display module, and at least 2 feet (60 centimeters) from the Acoustimass module.

Note: AM reception can be adversely affected by a

nearby television when it is on. Turn off the TV for best AM reception.

Cable radio as an option

Some cable TV providers make FM radio signals available through the cable service to your home. This cable connects to the FM antenna jack on the back panel of the media center.

For instructions on how to make this connection, contact your cable TV provider.

2. Spread out the antenna arms and change their orientation as needed to get the best FM reception.

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Installing the TV on/off sensor

The TV on/off sensor enables the system to automatically turn on the TV when another video source (DVD, cable/ satellite box, etc.) is selected. If you choose not to use the sensor, you must turn on your TV separately.

For a larger TV, you may want a second person to help as you follow the steps below:

Note: Front projectors with a separate screen may not

work with the sensor.

Figure 11 TV on/off sensor positioned on the TV

TV sensor

1. Plug the sensor cord connector into the media center TV Sensor connector.

If you are using a SCART adapter, plug the sensor directly into the pass-through connector provided on the adapter (Figure 12 on page 17).

2. Temporarily pos i tion th e TV on /o ff sensor on the back of your TV (Figure 11).

Note: DO NOT attach the supplied mounting pad until

you have tested and activated the automatic feature as explained below.

Media center

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3. Using the remote control that came with your TV, turn on your TV.

4. Using the Lifestyle

remote control, press System.

5. To move right to the Setup menu, press the

right arrow then press ENTER.

6. Move down to TV Power

by pressing the down

arrow, then press ENTER.

7. Move up or down to select the proper TV Power option to detect the TV sensor:

• Automatic (for TV models that do not use a European-style SCART connector).

• Euro Connector (for TV models that use a European-style SCART connector).

8. Press ENTER. Below the highlighted TV Power

item is TV Power

Status. The value for this item changes from Not Detected to TV On, when the sensor is properly

positioned.

Note: It may be helpful to get an assistant for the next

step and have one person view the screen, while the other moves the sensor.

9. Hold the sensor against the rear of the TV and slowly move it around until TV Power Status changes from Not Detected to TV On.

10. When the TV Power Status indicates TV On, press Exit to exit the System menu.

This completes sensor activation.

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Using a SCART adapter (Europe only)

The SCART adapter plugs into the media center using five connectors as show below.

Figure 12 SCART composite video connections

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Connecting the audio from your TV

You may want to connect a source component, such as a camcorder or game console, directly to your TV. To play the audio from that source through your Lifestyle you must connect the audio coming out of the TV to the Lifestyle

system.

If your TV does not have an audio output, you can still hear the sound of a connected component through the speakers built into the TV. However, at any other time, it is

best to keep the volume of your TV turned all the way down for a better surround sound experience.

To connect your TV audio to the Lifestyle® system:

• For a basic analog audio connection, use the supplied stereo audio cable (with two RCA connectors at each end, one red and one white). It connects to left (L) and right (R) audio outputs on the rear panel of your TV and to the (L and R) TV Audio IN jacks on the media center rear panel (see Figure 13).

• If your TV provides a digital audio out connector, connect a digital audio cable. When making the digital audio connection, use either a single coaxial cable or an optical cable.

system,

• If your TV provides both fixed (FIX) and variable (VAR) audio output jacks, use the fixed jacks for higher quality . Be sure to select Fixed in your TV setup menu.

Figure 13 Audio connection between the TV and media

center

Do not disconnect the analog connection described above. The analog connection ensures consistent sound in the event of a weak digital signal.

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Using the IR emitter

Normally , the Lifestyle® remote can control all of your source devices. However, in rare cases, some of your source devices may not operate correctly under control of the Lifestyle are stored in a cabinet with doors. The remote will operate the Lifestyle other source devices depending on their placement. To overcome this problem, you can use one or both of the supplied IR emitters.

Figure 14 IR emitters

IR emitter extender

To use the IR emitter

If only one of your source devices is not responding:

1. Plug the IR emitter cord connector into the Lifestyle

remote–for example, if your source devices

system, but may not properly operate your

IR emitter

media center IR emitter connector.

Note: DO NOT attach the supplied adhesive pad until

you have tested emitter operation as explained below.

3. Using the Lifestyle

remote, press the On/Off

button for that device. Slowly move the emitter around while pressing the

remote On/Off button until the device responds.

4. Using the adhesive pad, attach the emitter to the device.

If two or more devices are not responding:

1. Plug the IR emitter extender cord connector into

the Lifestyle

media center.

Optionally, plug the IR emitter cord connector into the IR emitter extender.

2. Place one or both IR emitters in a location near the devices, such as on the shelf supporting the devices.

3. Using the Lifestyle

remote, press the On/Off

button for each device. Slowly move the emitter(s) around while pressing

the remote On/Off button for each of the devices until all devices respond.

4. Using the adhesive pad(s), attach the emitter(s).

2. Temporarily position the emitter so that the flat side is against the front panel of the source device.

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The display

The display shows system messages. This includes program details, the current source that is playing, and any selected option.

Figure 1 Lifestyle® system display

The buttons on the top of the display control the basic Lifestyle

On/Off

system functions.

Turns the power on or off. When Bose® link is enabled, pressing and holding turns off all zones. (See “Setting up a second room with sound” on page 51.)

ource

Mute

Steps through the available source selections.

Silences the speakers in the main room. When Bose

link is enabled, pressing and holding silences the speakers in all rooms. (See “Setting up a second room with sound” on page 51.)

Vol -

Decreases the audio volume from the speakers.

Vol +

Increases the audio volume from the speakers.

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The remote control

The advanced radio frequency remote control works from almost anywhere in your home. There is no need to aim the remote at the display.

In addition to controlling your Lifestyle remote can be programmed to control each source device connected to your system.

The function of each remote contr ol butt on is explained on the following pages. Then, remote control programming is covered according to the activity as follows:

• “Watching TV” on page 28

• “Controlling a cable or satellite box” on page 30

• “Controlling DVD playback” on page 32

• “Setting up to view videotapes” on page 34

• “Setting up an auxiliary (AUX) source” on page 36

• “Listening to the radio” on page 42

system, the

Figure 2 Lifestyle® system remote control

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Remote control button descriptions are arranged by general function on the following pages. Some buttons may not be physically grouped together. Refer to your remote control while reading the following button descriptions.

Before many of the buttons can function properly, your Lifestyle

system remote must be set up to control the associated source. See “Operation” begin ning on page 28.

Note: A source is any device, such as a DVD player,

that outputs video and/or audio and can connect to your Lifestyle

system.

Power and source selection buttons

On/Off

and off, selecting the last used source at turn-on. When Bose

– Turns the Lifestyle

link is enabled, pressing and holding turns off all zones. (See “Setting up a second room with sound” on page 51.)

• TV – Turns your Lifestyle

was off. Selects the TV as the source.

• On/Off – Turns the TV on and off.

• Input – Selects different video

connectors on the TV.

Mute – Mutes or unmutes the volume.

When Bose

link is enabled, pressing and holding silences the speakers in all rooms. (See “Setting up a second room with sound” on page 51.)

• CBL-SAT – Selects the source device

plugged into the CBL-SAT connectors. Turns your Lifestyle

system on if it was

off.

• On/Off – Turns your cable or satellite

box on and off.

system on

system on if it

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• DVD – Selects the source device plugged into the DVD connectors. Turns

your Lifestyle

system on if it was off.

• On/Off – Turns the DVD on and off.

• AUX – Selects the source device plugged into the AUX connectors. Turns

your Lifestyle

system on if it was off.

• On/Off – Turns the AUX device on and off.

• VCR – Selects the source device plugged into the VCR connectors. Turns

your Lifestyle

system on if it was off.

• On/Off – Turns the VCR on and off.

FM – Selects the built-in FM radio tuner,

set to the station last selected. Turns your Lifestyle

system on if it was off.

AM – Selects the built-in AM radio tuner set

to the station last selected. Turns your Lifestyle

system on if it was off.

Menu and navigation buttons

Settings – Enters or exits the

Settings menu for the current source.

Info – Displays or exits the TV, cable,

satellite box, or VCR/DVR information on the TV screen.

System – Enters or exits the System

main menu.

Menu – Displays the options menu

for the current source.

Exit

• Exits the Settings and System menus.

• Exits on-screen menus for TV, cable, satellite box, or VCR/DVR.

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Tune Up/Down

• Tune the FM/AM radio up or down to the next frequency.

• Select the next or previous item in a menu list.

Enter – Confirm the selection

of a menu item.

Arrow Keys – Move up, down,

left, or right in a menu or screen.

Guide – Displays an electronic

program guide (when your TV, cable, satellite box or VCR/DVR provides this feature).

Page Up/Down – Commands the

TV, Cable, or Satellite box to move up or down a page in an on-screen guide.

Volume – Raises or lowers the

volume.

• Pressing + raises the volume and unmutes the system (if muted).

• Pressing

–

lowers the volume.

Channel/Track – Skips backward

or forward to the next TV, cable, or satellite channel, CD track, or DVD chapter.

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Play mode and numeric buttons

Stop

• Stops music (except FM/AM) or video play.

• For DVDs and VCDs only, the system inserts a bookmark where the disc stopped (if your player supports this feature), so you can resume play from that point. Pressing again clears the bookmark.

Pause – Pauses music (except FM/AM)

or video play.

Play – Starts music (except FM/AM) or

video play.

Scan

• Moves backward or forward in video. Displays a control bar to adjust the speed of this movement.

• Moves to the previous or next CD track or strong radio station.

When pressed and held, scans backward or forward through the current CD or MP3 disc.

Repeat

• Repeats the current music selection from a CD. Pressing again cancels repeat.

• Moves ahead a few seconds on your DVR.

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Record

• Activates recording on a recording device.

Shuffle

• Randomly plays music from a CD. Pressing again cancels repeat.

• Moves back a few seconds on your DVR.

Numeric Keys – Select the radio station preset, DVD chapter, CD track, or TV channel that corresponds to the numbers pressed.

Previous – Skips to the channel last

selected on TV, cable, satellite box, VCR, or DVR (if applicable).

Picture settings buttons

Picture-in-picture – Activates the picture-

in-picture feature of your TV (if your TV includes this feature).

Image View– Allows you to specify how you

want certain display formats from your Lifestyle

system to appear on your HDTV

screen.

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Special function buttons Teletext mode buttons (Europe only)

List – Activates the A, B, C, and Favorites

buttons at the bottom of the remote when a DVR is the source.

Teletext – Enters or exits the Teletext mode

when the TV is selected as the source. Works in conjunction with the four colored buttons.

Makes a selection from List A.

Red – In Teletext mode, selects the

content labeled red.

SETUP

Makes a selection from List B.

Makes a selection from List C.

Displays a list of favorite channels, if your TV supports this feature.

Green – In Teletext mode, selects

the screen content labeled green.

Yellow – In Teletext mode, selects

the screen content labeled yellow.

Blue – In Teletext mode, selects the

screen content labeled blue.

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Watching TV

Your Lifestyle® system works with many differ ent t y pes of TVs, from standard definition to Digital HighDefinition TV (HDTV). This section shows you how to set up your Lifestyle with your particular brand of TV, then configure the sensor so your TV automatically turns on when you press the On/Off button on the remote.

Setting up the Lifestyle® remote to control the TV

Before you can control the TV, you must first select the correct TV code by following the steps below.

1. Turn on the TV.

2. On the Lifestyle remote control” on page 21 for information on operating the remote.)

3. To display the Lifestyle press System.

The message “SYSTEM: SEE TV” should appear on the Lifestyle

Use the remote supplied with the TV to select the video input that allows you to see the Lifestyle system menu.

system remote control to work

remote, press TV. (See “The

system menu on the TV,

system display module.

4. T o select the Setup tab, move right and select , then press ENTER.

5. Move down to TV Brand and press ENTER.

6. Select the brand of your TV from the list and press ENTER.

7. Move down to TV Code and press ENTER.

8. Select the first TV code in the list.

9. Press the (TV) On/Off button (located under the TV button).

• If the TV turns off, you have chosen the correct code.

• If the TV does not turn off, select the next code and press (TV) On/Off again.

Continue selecting codes until you find one that works.

10. When you have a working code, enter it below , then press ENTER.

TV Code: ____________________

11. To exit the system menu, press Exit.

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Selecting the TV screen shape

The shape of your TV screen is either Normal or Widescreen (Figure 15). The Lifestyle set to display an image on a widescreen-shaped TV. If your TV is the normal shape, you should adjust the Lifestyle

Figure 15 TV screen shapes

system setting from widescreen to normal.

Normal

1. Display the Lifestyle® system menu on the TV by pressing System.

2. T o select the Setup tab, move right and select , then press ENTER.

3. Move down to Widescreen TV and pr ess ENTER.

4. To indicate that you have a normal TV, select No and press ENTER.

5. To exit the System menu, press Exit.

system is initially

Widescreen

Setting the audio delay compensation

You may notice that the audio is delayed relative to the video. For example, a person’s lips move but there is a noticeable delay until you hear the voice. You can use the Audio Delay setting to correct this condition.

To change the audio delay:

1. Use the Lifestyle

remote to display the Settings menu on the display module or TV by pressing Settings.

2. Move down and select , then press ENTER.

3. Select a value by moving up or down the list, then press ENTER.

The initial setting is 2 (to compensate for the Lifestyle

system internal delay). Each value (1-8)

adds 30 milliseconds of delay.

4. To exit the Settings menu, press Exit.

Note: Under most listening conditions, you should keep

the volume on your TV set turned all the way down.

Changing the HDMI Image View

You can specify how certain display forma ts appear on your HDTV screen. You control these formats (that are output from your Lifestyle Image View button on the remote. See “Controlling the (HDMI) Image View” on page 38 and “Settings Options” on page 44 for information and illustrations on changing the HDMI Image View.

system) by pressing the

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Controlling a cable or satellite box

Once your cable or satellite box is connected to your Lifestyle single point of control for your subscription service.

Programming the Bose® remote to turn the cable or satellite box on or off

Setting up the remote to control the cable or satellite box involves selecting the correct cable or satellite box code.

1. Turn on the TV.

2. Turn on the cable or satellite box.

3. To display the Lifestyle

4. T o select the Setup tab, move right and select ,

5. Move down to CBL

6. Select the correct device type from the list and

system, you can set up the remote as the

On the TV, select the video input that is connected to the Lifestyle

press System. (See “The remote control” on page 21 for information on ope ra tin g th e remote.)

then press ENTER.

system.

system menu on the TV,

•SAT Device and press

ENTER.

press ENTER. If you are unsure of the device type, see the

owner’s manual for that device.

7. Move down to CBL

8. Select the brand of your device fr om the list and press ENTER.

9. Move down to CBL

10. Select the first code in the list.

11. On the Lifestyle On/Off button, located under the CBL-SAT button.

• If the device turns off, you have chosen the correct code.

• If the device does not turn off, select the next code and press (CBL-SAT) On/Off again.

Continue selecting codes until you find one that works.

12. When you have a working code, enter it below , then press ENTER.

CBL-SAT Code: ____________________

13. To exit the system menu, press Exit.

•SAT Brand and press ENTER.

•SAT Code and press ENTER.

remote, press the (CBL-SAT)

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Using the remote to change channels

If you want the remote to change the channels on your cable or satellite box when you are watching TV:

1. To display the Lifestyle

system menu on the TV,

press System.

2. Move down to TV Control and press ENTER.

3. Select CBL

•SAT and press ENTER.

Setting TV Control to CBL-SAT configures the remote to control both the TV and cable or satellite box when the source is TV.

4. To exit the system menu, press Exit. You now can use your Lifestyle

remote to control your

cable or satellite box.

Changing the HDMI Image View

You can specify how certain display formats appear on your HDTV screen. You control these formats (that are output from your Lifestyle Image View button on the remote. See “Controlling the (HDMI) Image View” on page 38 for information and illustrations on changing the HDMI Image View.

system) by pressing the

About the HDMI video resolution

When your Lifestyle® system is connected to an HDTV using the HDMI connector, the video is transmitted at the highest possible resolution. Occasionally, you may want to specify a lower resolution, even though your HDTV can display a higher resolution. For example, a certain source signal may be unpleasant to your eye when converted by the Lifestyle higher resolution. In that case, you can change to a lower resolution. See “Changing the HDMI video resolution” on page 41 for information on changing the HDMI video resolution.

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Controlling DVD playback

Once your DVD player is connected to the Lifestyle® system, you can set up the Lifestyle control the DVD player.

Programming the Lifestyle® remote to control the DVD player

Setting up the remote to control the DVD player involves selecting the correct DVD code, then setting the DVD to turn on automatically when your Lifes tyle system is turned on.

1. Turn on the TV. On the TV, select the video input that is connected

to the Lifestyle

2. Turn the DVD player on.

3. On the Lifestyle remote control” on page 21 for information on operating the remote.)

4. To display the Lifestyle press System.

5. To display the Setup menu, select , then press ENTER.

6. Move down to DVD Device and press ENTER.

7. Move up or down to select the type of device from the list and press ENTER.

8. Move down to DVD Brand and press ENTER.

system.

remote, press TV. (See “The

system menu on the TV,

remote control to

9. Select the brand of your device and press ENTER.

10. Move down to DVD Code and press ENTER.

11. Select the first device code in the list.

12. On the Lifestyle

remote, press the (DVD)

On/Off button, located under the DVD button.

• If the DVD turns off, you have ch osen the corr ect code.

• If the DVD does not turn off, select the next code and press DVD On/Off again.

Continue selecting codes until you find one that works.

13. When you have a working code, enter it below , then press ENTER.

DVD Code: ____________________

14. To exit the system menu, press Exit.

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Changing the HDMI Image View

You can specify how certain display formats appear on your HDTV screen. You control these formats (that are output from your Lifestyle Image View button on the remote. See “Controlling the (HDMI) Image View” on page 38 for information and illustrations on changing the HDMI Image View.

system) by pressing the

About the HDMI video resolution

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Setting up to view videotapes

Once your VCR is connected to your Lifestyle® system, you can set up the remote to control the VCR and start watching videotapes.

Setting up the Bose® remote to control the VCR

Setting up the remote to control the VCR involves selecting the correct VCR code, then setting the VCR to turn on automatically when your Lifestyle turned on.

1. Turn on the TV. On the TV, select the video input that is connected

to the Lifestyle

system.

2. Turn on the VCR.

3. On the Lifestyle

remote, press TV. (See “The remote control” on page 21 for information on operating the remote.)

4. Press System to make the system menu appear on the TV.

5. To display the Setup menu, select , then press ENTER.

system is

6. Move down to VCR Device and press ENTER.

7. Select the type of device from the list and press ENTER.

8. Move down to VCR Brand and press ENTER.

9. Select the brand of your device and press ENTER.

10. Move down to VCR Code and press ENTER.

11. Select the first device code in the list.

12. Press the (VCR) On/Off button (located under the VCR button).

• If the VCR turns off, you have chosen the correct code.

• If the VCR does not turn off, select the next device code and press VCR On/Off again.

Continue selecting codes until you find one that works.

13. When you have a working code, enter it below , then press ENTER.

VCR Code: ____________________

14. To exit the system menu, press Exit.

You can now use the Lifestyle

remote to control your

VCR.

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About the HDMI video resolution

When your Lifestyle® system is connected to an HDTV using the HDMI connector, the video is transmitted at the highest possible resolution. Occasionally, you may want to specify a lower resolution, even though your HDTV can display a higher resoluti on. For example, a certain source signal may be unpleasant to your eye when converted by the Lifestyle higher resolution. In that case, you can change to a lower resolution. See “Changing the HDMI video resolution” on page 41 for information on changing the HDMI video resolution.

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Setting up an auxiliary (AUX) source

Once your AUX source device is connected to the Lifestyle that source. Then, when you are watching video from that source, the Lifestyle of the functions of that source.

Setting up the Bose® remote to control the AUX device

Setting up the remote to control the AUX device involves selecting the correct AUX device code, then setting the AUX device to turn on automatically when the Lifestyle

1. Turn on the TV.

2. Tu rn on the AUX device.

3. On the Lifestyle

4. Make the system menu appear on the TV by

5. Move across the menu tabs to Setup by pressing

6. Move down to AUX Device and press ENTER.

system, you can set up the remote to control

remote should control most

system is turned on.

On the TV, select the video input that is connected to the Lifestyle

system.

remote, press AUX.

pressing System.

the right arrow.

7. Select the type of device from the list and press ENTER.

8. Move down to AUX Brand and press ENTER.

9. Select the brand of your device and press ENTER.

10. Move down to AUX Code and press ENTER.

11. Select the first device code in the list.

12. Press the (AUX) On/Off button (located under the AUX button).

• If the AUX device turns off, you have chosen the correct code.

• If the device does not turn off, select the next code and press (AUX) On/Off again.

Continue selecting codes until you find one that works.

13. When you have a working code, enter it below , then press ENTER.

AUX Code: ____________________

14. To exit the system menu, press Exit.

You can now use the Lifestyle

remote to control your

auxiliary device.

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About the HDMI video resolution

When your Lifestyle® system is connected to an HDTV using the HDMI connector, the Lifestyle is transmitted at the highest possible resolution. Occasionally, you may want to specify a lower resolution, even though your HDTV can display a higher resolution. For example, a certai n sour ce sig nal may be unpleasant to your eye when converted by the Lifestyle

system to a much higher resolution. In that case, you can change to a lower resolution. See “Changing the HDMI video resolution” on page 41 for information on changing the HDMI video resolution.

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Controlling the (HDMI) Image View

Y ou can specify how you want certain display formats that are output from your Lifestyle HDTV screen by pressing the Image View button on the remote. This button has an effect only when your Lifestyle

system is connected to a widescreen (16:9

aspect ratio) HDTV through the HDMI OUT connector . To change the display format that is output from your

Lifestyle

system, press (Image View) on the

remote. The Image View (aspect ratio) control that is built into

the HDTV must be set so that the Lifestyle Image View settings have the intended effect. Refer to the manual that came with your HDTV to find out how to set its Image View.

system to appear on your

system

Pressing the Image V iew butt on causes dif fer ent r esults depending on the aspect ratio of the signal input to your Lifestyle

system. The aspect ratio can be either 4:3 or 16:9 (Figure 16). The following table s show the possible results of pressing the Image View button.

When the TV Control item in the system menu is set to AUX, VCR, DVD, or CBL•SAT, the Image View button functions. When the TV Control menu item is set to TV , the Image View button has no effect.

Figure 16 TV aspect ratios

4:3

16:9

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Ta b l e 1 Image view choices with a 4:3 aspect ratio input signal

Image View Effect 4:3 Input Widescreen TV

OPERATION

Normal (default)

Zoom

Stretch

4:3 Aspect Ratio Input Signal

Gray Bars

Vertical black bars are added to the left and right ends of the screen.

A 16:9 portion of the center of the signal (inside the dashed lines) is scaled up to fit the screen. Some content is lost.

A non-linear, horizontal stretch is applied to the signal to fit it to the screen.

Vertical gray bars are added to the left and right ends of the screen instead of black bars. Gray bars prevent “burn-in,” where permanent shadows appear at the ends of the screen.

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Ta b l e 2 Image view choices with a 16:9 input signal

Image View Effect 16:9 Input Widescreen TV

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16:9 Input Signal

Normal (default)

Zoom

Stretch

Signal is unchanged.

A 16:9 portion of the center of the signal (inside the dashed line) is scaled up to enlarge the overall picture. Some content along the edges is lost.

A non-linear, horizontal stretch is applied to the signal, making the image appear to be wider than it actually is.

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Changing the HDMI video resolution

Your Lifestyle® system transmits video at the highest possible resolution to your HDTV. Occasionally, you may want to change to a lower resolution, even though your HDTV can display a higher resolution. For example, if a source signal is converted by your Life-

style

system to a much higher resolution, the result may not be pleasing to your eye. In that case, you could change to a lower resolution.

The video resolution can only be set when the Lifestyle HDMI OUT connector. Also, the video resolution cannot be set lower than that of the video signal entering your Lifestyle the video resolution (that your Lifestyle transmits to the TV) for CBL-SAT, DVD, VCR, or AUX changes the resolution for all other sources. The video resolution you set for the HDMI output applies across all the sources.

system is connected to an HDTV th r ough the

system (no down-conversion). Finally, setting

system

To change to a lower resolution, do the following:

1. On the Lifestyle

remote, press the Settings but-

ton and see if (Video Resolution) is in the list of menu options. If it is, go to Step 2. Otherwise,

the ability to access this option has been disabled in the System menu, and you must complete Steps A through D (below) to enable it.

A. On your remote, press System to display the

system menu on the HDTV. B. Move right to (Video), then press ENTER. C. Move down to Video Resolution and press

ENTER. D. Choose Adjustable, then (on the remote) press

Settings.

2. Move down to , then press ENTER.

3. Select a resolution, then press Exit.

Note: The highest resolution that the connected HDTV is

capable of displaying is labeled *default. For example, if the highest resolution of the T V is 10 80i , t h e me nu wi ll list the choice as 1080i *default.

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Listening to the radio

To listen to the radio, press the FM or AM button to select the tuner and turn it on.

To manually tune a station, press the Tune Up or Tune Down button

To quickly tune to a station, press one of the preset buttons.

To seek the next st atio n with a relatively strong signal, press the Seek button.

Presets

A radio station preset allows you to quickly tune to a favorite station. You can add presets for up to 20 AM and 20 FM stations. To add a preset:

1. Decide on a preset number.

2. Use the remote control to tune to a station.

3. To assign the number to the current station, press and hold the corresponding number button:

• For numbers 1 through 9, press and hold the number until the display module briefly indicates PRESET:xx SET (where xx is the number you pressed).

• For numbers 10 through 20, press the first number, then press and hold the second number until the Lifestyle briefly indicates PRESET:xx SET.

Once a preset is added, you can tune to th at st a tion by pressing the preset number.

To remove a preset, tune to the preset station, then press and hold zero until the message PRESET:xx ERASED briefly appears on the display module.

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Setting the coaxial audio source

One of the two coaxial (coax) digital audio connectors on the back of the Lifestyle to the DVD player. The other connector, labeled “Assignable,” can be assigned to “None, TV, VCR, CBL·SAT or AUX.” To as sign the coax connector:

1. Display the Lifestyle pressing System.

2. To display the Media Center menu, select , then press ENTER.

3. Move down to Coaxial Source and press ENTER.

4. Move up or down to select an assignment from the list and press ENTER.

5. Press Exit.

media center is assigned

system menu on the TV by

Headphone listening

To privately listen to your Lifestyle® system, you can connect headphones to the jack that is located on the right side of the media center as you face it.

Note: Connecting headphones causes all main room

speakers to be muted.

CAUTION:

hearing damage. It is best to avoid extreme volume when using headphones, especially for extended periods.

Long-term exposure to loud music may cause

Settings Options

The settings menu allows you to quickly adjust menu options to increase your enjoyment while watching video or listening to music on your system. For example, you may only want to hear the front two speakers instead of all five. Or you may want to change the resolution of the video output to an HDTV.

To view the settings menu:

1. Use the remote control to select the source.

2. Press the Settings button to display the menu. To change menu settings, select one of the options,

then press Enter. Table 3 details the features, default settings, optional

settings, and effects of each menu item.

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Ta b l e 3 Settings options

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Features

2-3-5 speakers

Surround

Center Channel

Audio Delay (not available on

FM·AM)

Default Setting

(Options)

5 VIDEO (2, 3, 5 AUDIO)

0 (-10, -9, -8, -7, -6, -5,

-4, -3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2, +3, +4, +5, +6)

0 (-8, -7, -6, -5, -4, -3,

-2, -1, 0, +1, +2, +3, +4, +5, +6, +7, +8)

2 (0, 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)

Effect

Determines the number of speakers playing. If you prefer to hear stereo material played on the front left and right speakers only, select 2. If you prefer to watch movies without hearing the rear channels, select 3. If you prefer to listen to all 5 speakers optimized to play musical sources, select 5 AUDIO.

Increases or decreases rear speaker volume.

Increases or decreases front center speaker volume.

Corrects for delays that can be introduced by video processing within an external device such as your TV. Video processing delays cause the video and audio to lose their synchronization. This condition is most noticeable with spoken portions of program materia l. If you notice that people on the TV finish sentences before they finish moving their lips, use the Audio Delay menu item to correct this condition.

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Features

Movie EQ (not available on

FM·AM)

Range Compression

(not available on FM·AM)

Mono Decoding

(not available on FM·AM)

Audio 1 + 1 (not available on

FM·AM)

Default Setting

(Options)

On (Off)

1 (2, Both)

Effect

(In the System menu, Audio Processing must be set to User Adjustable.) Corrects for sonic differences between a fullsize movie theater and your home theater when a Dolby Digital movie soundtrack is playing. You should leave this set to On unless your home theater room is unusually large.

(In the System menu, Audio Processing must be set to User Adjustable.) Reduces the difference between the quietest and loudest sounds on a movie soundtrack. Some movie soundtracks present a significant difference in volume between the quietest and loudest sounds. The difference between a soft voice and a sudden loud explosion can be quite startling. Late at night, or at other quiet times, those kinds of effects could be undesirable. Range Compression moderates those effects.

(In the System menu, Audio Processing must be set to User Adjustable.) When only one (mono) channel of audio is input, Mono Decoding engages Videostage

decoding to produce

sound from the selected (2, 3, or 5) speakers. Allows you to decode and play bilingual audio (if available)

from a single Video CD, or a single-channel HDTV broadcast. Video CD or digital broadcast audio content is sometimes presented as two channels, each ch annel having a unique mono soundtrack (1 + 1).

The Audio 1 + 1 setting allows you to select mono channel 1, mono channel 2, or both mono channels at the same time.

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Features

SD Progressive Scan

(not available on FM·AM)

Video Resolution

(HDTV-only feature)

Image View (HDTV-only

feature)

Default Setting

(Options)

On (Off)

1080p (1080i, 720p,

480/576p)

Normal (Zoom, Stretch, Gray

Bars)

Effect

(Your Lifestyle

system must be connected to a TV through the component video connectors.) Converts Standard Definition (480/576i) input signals to Enhanced Definition (480/ 576p) output signals. The Enhanced Definition picture is sharper and clearer than the Standard Definition picture.

(Your Lifestyle through the HDMI connector.) Allows you to change the video resolution output using your Lifestyle Normally, the Lifestyle

system must be connected to an HDTV

system outputs video to your HDTV

system.

at the highest possible resolution. (Your Lifestyle

system must be connected to an HDTV through the HDMI connector.) Specifies how certain display formats output from your Lifestyle

system appear on the HDTV screen. (See “Controlling the (HDMI) Image View” on page 38.) When the TV Control parameter in the system menu is set to AUX, VCR, DVD, or CBL•SAT, the Image View icon appears in the settings menu for the TV . When TV Control is set to TV, the Image View icon does not appear under the TV settings menu.

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Features

Output Mode (FM-only)

RDS Info (FM-only, not

available in the U.S.)

Sleep Timer

Default Setting

(Options)

Auto (Mono - Stereo)

Off (On)

Off (10-90)

Effect

Allows you to choose between stereo or monaural (mono) sound through one of three selections:

• Auto – The FM tuner will automatically output stereo if

available. Otherwise, it will output mono sound.

• Mono – The FM tuner will always output mono sound.

• Stereo – The FM tuner will always output stereo if

available. Otherwise, it will output mono sound. When you change the tuner frequency, the setting resets to Auto.

When On, displays RDS information for the current radio station.

Turns off your Lifestyle

system and all components under its control after the set time expires. Timer can be set from 10 to 90 minutes in 10-minute increments. To set the timer, select a time increment. The countdown begins after 3 seconds. To cancel the timer, select Off.

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System maintenance

Changing the remote control batteries is the only regular maintenance required.

However, switches inside the remote battery case can be changed. Similar changes may be required for any additional remotes purchased for use in other rooms.

Note: For further information on switch settings refer to

“Changing remote control switch settings” on page 49.

Replacing the remote control batteries

Replace all four batteries when the remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced. Alkaline batteries are recommended.

1. Slide open the battery compart ment on the b ack of the remote (Figure 17).

2. Insert four AAA or IEC-LR3 1.5V batteries, or the equivalent, as shown. Match the + and – symbols on the batteries with the + and – markings inside the compartment.

3. Slide the battery compartment cover back into place.

Figure 17 Installing the remote control batteries

AAA batteries (4)

Battery

compartment

Battery

compartment

cover

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Changing remote control switch settings

Each Lifestyle® remote control uses a house code that corresponds to the house code set in the media center, enabling the two to communicate. If another Lifestyle system nearby creates a conflict with your system, you can easily set a new house code in your media center and its remote control(s) with the steps that follow.

Using the remote control:

1. Open the remote control battery cover and locate the miniature switches (Figure 18 on page 50).

2. Move one or more of switches 1, 2, 3, or 4 in the opposite direction from its current setting. Use a paper clip, ballpoint pen, or similar object.

Note: DO NOT change any other switch settings.

Moving other switches may disable your remote control.

3. Replace the battery cover.

Using the media center:

1. On the display module, press and hold the On/Off button.

2. On the display module, press and hold the Mute button. Your current house code will appear on the display module in the form of four rectangles, which represent the positions of switches 1 through 4:

HOUSE CODE:

Switches 1 - 4 down = 0 0 0 0 (current house code)

4. While holding the Mute button, press any button on the remote control. The media center displays the new house code, which confirms its recognition of the new code.

NEW HOUSE CODE:

(Switch 1 up, 2 down, 3 up, and 4 down = 1 0 1 0) (new house code)

5. Release the Mute button. The system remains off.

6. If you have additional remote controls, change the switches to match those of the first remote control by following steps 1-3 above. You do not need to repeat steps 4-5.

Note: To verify your system’s house code, press the

display module Mute button while th e system is off. The display confirms the settings of switches 1-4.

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Figure 18 Miniature switches on the primary remote are set for use in the main room

Switches (1-4), as set at the factory. All switches are down.

Other switches

Switch 5 determines which audio stream (of two) you hear.

For more information on streams, refer to “Setting up a second room with sound” on page 51.

Switches 6-9 represent the room where the remote will be used.

In the main room, the primary remote is set as Room A with all switches down.

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For a Bose

link remote

in another room

Switches 1-4 need to match those switch settings in your main remote.

Set switches 5-9 for the room where you will use the Bose

link remote.

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Setting up a second room with sound

Your Lifestyle® home theater system can direct sound to more than one room at the same time. What’s more, it can direct the audio from two dif fer ent sound sour ces (such as AM/FM tuner, DVD, or AUX) to these rooms through two independent audio streams.

In additional rooms where you have speakers (beyond the main room where the media center is located), you can choose to listen to either of the two audio streams. So, when music is playing in the main room, listeners in other rooms can enjoy that same music or an entir ely different audio source from the system, for true independence.

Capable of supplying up to 14 additional rooms with

Bose

quality sound, one Lifestyle® system can fill your

entire living space with music.

Bose® link-compatible products make it easy

As an option to provide sound throughout your home (or even outdoors), the Bose the pieces and offers a variety of Bose products of consistent quality for use in other rooms.

These include: the Bose audio link, the Wave 3•2•1 GS Series II, or 3•2•1 GSX systems, the Lifestyle

RoomMate® powered speaker system, and

other unpowered speakers for indoors or out. We also offer amplifiers of different power ratings, plus the proper cables and adapters to connect it all together.

With the purchase of a Bose each additional room, managing your whole-house music system becomes quick and easy. It’s a simple matter to preset each remote for the room where it will be used and for the audio stream you want it to receive.

link network connects all

link AL8 homewide wireless

music system, 3•2•1® Series II,

link remote control for

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For added versatility, you may prefer using a Personal® music center II to control the sound in your other rooms. Besides providing the ability to switch between program streams instantly, this advanced remote provides an LCD screen that shows you what is currently playing and what other listening options you have.

Regardless of which options you choose, each Bose link-compatible product includes detailed instructions for adding it to your Lifestyle

V-Class home theater

system. For more information on your opti ons, or to purchase

additional equipment, contact your local Bose dealer. Or, to reach Bose directly, refer to the address list included with your system.

Bose® link remote switch settings

These settings apply only to remote controls with battery compartment switches.

• House code switches (1, 2, 3, and 4) must match those on your main remote.

• Consider your choices for Switch 5: Change the switch so the expansion room shares the

audio stream hear d in the main room (A). Leave the switch unchanged, so the expansion room

receives a different audio stream from the main room (A).

• Room code switches (6, 7, 8, and 9) must be unique to each new remote, unless for use in the main room (A) along with the primary remote.

Figure 19 Bose® link remote switch setting combinations

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Taking care of your Lifestyle® system

Follow the guidelines below when cleaning the surfaces.

• Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives.

• Do not use any sprays near the system.

Cleaning the media center

Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of the media center.

Cleaning the speakers

Clean the surface of your speakers with a soft, damp cloth. You can use an ammonia-free window cleaner on a soft cloth to maintain the finish.

The speaker grille panels require no special care, although you may vacuum them carefully, if necessary.

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Troubleshooting

Problem What to do

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System doesn’t do anything

• Make sure the AC power cord is inserted securely into the power supply.

• Make sure the Acoustimass operating AC wall outlets.

• Be sure to press a source button (DVD, VCR, FM, etc.) on the Lifestyle

• Unplug the power supply for 60 seconds, then reconnect it. This allows the unit to reset itself after a power surge or power interruption.

No sound • Increase the volume.

• Check to see if MUTE is lit on the display. If it is, press the Mute button on the remote control to unmute the sound.

• Check the connections for any external components. Make sure that you have pressed the correct remote button for the source you want to hear.

• Connect the FM and AM antennas.

• Make sure that the power switch on the Acoustimass module is set to ON.

• Make sure that the audio input cable:

– Connector is firmly seated in the media center Main Speaker jac k. – Multi-pin connector at the other end is firmly se ated in the Acoustimass module

AUDIO INPUT jack.

• Check connections between the cube speakers and the module.

• Turn off the media center for 60 seconds, then on again, to restore communication between the media center and the speakers.

• Make sure that the power switch on the Acoustimass module is set to ON.

module and the power supply are fully plugged into

remote control.

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Sound is marred by a loud hum or buzz, which may be electrical in nature (not harmonic)

No sound from center speaker

Too much sound from center speaker

No sound from surround speakers

Surround speakers are too loud

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remote behaves erratically or it does not work

(If this occurs in conjunction with use of a plasma-screen TV, see the problem listed next.)

• Contact Bose

Customer Service to determine if and how other electrical components

in the room may be creating unwanted signals, and the possible remedies.

• Make sure the center speaker cable is connected at both ends.

• Select 3- or 5-speaker mode.

• Decrease the Center Channel setting.

• Select 5-speaker mode.

• Increase the Surround setting for the source being played.

• Make sure the video sound source is stereo-encoded or surround-encoded, and the component used (DVD, VCR, DVR, etc.) is stereo.

• Decrease the Surround setting for the source being played.

• Make sure that the left and right front speakers are connected to the front speaker jacks (blue), and the left and right surround speakers are connected to the surround speaker jacks (orange).

• Check batteries and their polarity (+ and –).

• If you are using a plasma-screen TV, make sure the media center power source is as far away from the TV as possible.

• Move the remote (or the media center) a few feet to avoid an area of “dead spots.”

• Make sure the remote control and media center house codes match.

• Contact Bose Customer Service for assistance.

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With a plasma-screen TV turned on, the Lifestyle

remote

behaves erratically

System turns on by itself or behaves erratically

• Momentarily disconnect the video cable (HDMI, composite, S-video, or component) to see if remote performance improves.

• 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.

• Change the house code setting to prevent signals from conflicting with another nearby

Lifestyle

system. (See “Changing remote control switch settings” on page 49.)

Radio does not work • Make sure antennas are connected properly.

• Move AM antenna at least 20 inches (50 cm) from the media center , display module, and

Acoustimass

module.

• Adjust antenna position to improve reception.

• Make sure the AM antenna is in an upright position.

• Move antennas farther from media center, display module, TV, or other electronic equipment.

• Select another station. You may be in an area of weak signal coverage for some stations.

FM sound is distorted • Adjust antenna position to reduce interference. FM sound is noisy

in surround mode

• Weak FM stations will produce static in the surround speakers. Select the 2-speaker mode in the Settings menu to minimize noise.

Sound is distorted • Make sure speaker cables are not damaged and the connections are secure.

• Reduce the output level from any external components connected to the media center.

No sound from TV, DVD, VCR, CBL·SAT, or AUX

• Check the connections.

• Make sure that component is turned on.

• Refer to the component owner’s manual.

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No video on screen, though the TV audio functions

Lifestyle

remote does not control your TV, DVD, VCR, CBL·SAT, or other external component

Your TV turns on and off unexpectedly

TV screen goes dark or image flips repeatedly after making a change to a Video feature in System settings

• Check the TV video input selection. Make sure it is correct for the video source.

• Make sure correct codes are set. See “Operation” on page 28.

• Make sure that the front of the display is not obstructed.

• If you still cannot control your external components successfully, you may need to connect the external IR emitter, included with your system, to the IR EMITTER jack on the rear panel of the media center. See “Using the IR emitter” on page 19.

• Reposition the TV on/off sensor on the back of your TV. Or check the SCART connector if you use one.

• Verify that the TV on/off sensor is working properly by checking the

TV Power Status

under the Video tab in the System menu.

• In the System menu, make sure the Video format is set to NTSC (U.S. standard) or PAL (European standard).

• In the Settings menu, make sure the SD Progressive Scan setting is off, unless you have used a component video connection and progressive scan is a feature of the TV.

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Contacting Customer Service

For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. Refer to the address sheet included in the carton.

Limited warranty

This system is covered by a transferable limited warranty . Details of the limited warranty ar e provided on the Product Registration Card that came with your system.

IMPORTANT! – Please register your product right away!

Registering your product entitles you to receive free system upgrades to keep your product performing optimally. It also allows us to send you information about new products and special offers from Bose.

Follow the instructions on your Product Registration Card to register by mail, on the Internet, or by phone. It’s quick and easy! Be sure to register before installing this product.

Failure to register will not affect your limited warranty rights.

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GLOSSARY

4:3 – See “Aspect ratio.”

5.1 – channel surround sound – A movie recording

technique that, when paired with a 5.1-channel home theater surround speaker system, surrounds the viewer with sounds from five different speakers for full-range sound and one speaker for low-frequency effects.

16:9 – See “Aspect ratio.” Analog audio – Sounds that we hear with our ears are

known as analog. Analog audio is data characterized by being continuously variable. Such data is usually stor ed as continuously varying physical undulations (vinyl albums) or as variations in a magnetic medium (tape). See Digital.

Aspect ratio – An expression for the width of the picture relative to the height when seen as a rectangular TV image. For example, if the aspect ratio is 4:3 (read as 4 by 3), the shape of that picture is 4 units wide by 3 units high. The standard TV aspect ratios are 4:3 and 16:9.

CD – The abbreviation for compact disc, a

plastic-coated, metallized disc that stores digitally encoded music for high-quality playback when read by a laser beam in a compact disc player.

Chapter – A main division of contents in a DVD title. Coaxial cable – Carries digital audio via a wire between

a source device and your Lifestyle Component video – Also called YPbPr, this video sig-

nal is split into three parts: luminance and two color signals for considerably better resolution than can be provided by either composite or S-video signals. This more complex signal also requires the use of component connection jacks, which are not available on all televisions or video components.

Composite video – The simplest of three types of video signal, which combines rather than separates brightness (black and white) and color information. It provides the lowest resolution of the three, but is compatible with the broadest range of te levisions a nd oth er video components and requires a simple video cable connection to RCA jacks.

system.

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Digital audio – Audio in digital form. Digital audio con-

verts analog sound into a digital signal encoded as bits of information.

Dolby Digital – A means of encoding multi-channel audio, developed by Dolby Laboratories and accepted as an international standard.

Down-conversion – The conversion from a higher-resolution input signal number to a lower one.

– The logo represen ting Dolby Digital.

DTS – An abbreviation for Digital Theater Syste ms. DTS encoding provides a type of multi-channel surround sound format used on certain CDs and many DVDs.

– The logo representing DTS.

DVD – An abbreviation most commonly known to mean digital video disc or digital versatile disc. A DVD looks like a CD but contains high-quality video and multi-channel audio for movies.

DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW – Abbreviations for Recordable (R) and ReWriteable (RW) Digital Video (or Versatile) Disc (DVD). Data can be added to a DVD-R or +R once only, and to a DVD-RW or +RW more than once.

DVD-ROM – The abbreviation for Read Only Memory (ROM) on a Digital Video (or Versatile) Disc (DVD), which allows no data to be added.

DVD video – A standard for storing and reproducing audio and video on DVD-ROM discs, based on MPEG video, Dolby Digital audio, and other proprietary data formats.

DVR – An abbreviation for Digital Video Recording, sometimes used interchangeably with PVR, for Personal Video Recording. A DVR uses a hard drive, an electronic pr ogram guide, and internal processing to drastically simplify programmed recording and playback of recorded programs.

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HDCP – An abbreviation for High-bandwidth Digital

Content Protection. HDCP is a form of Digital Rights Management licensed by Digital Content Protection, LLC, to control digital audio and video content as it travels across Digital Visual Interface (DVI) or HighDefinition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connections. (It prevents unauthorized copying of programs.)

HDMI – An abbreviation for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. HDMI is a de-facto standard interface that delivers clear, all-digital audio and video via a single cable.

HDTV – An abbreviation for High-Definition TV, a digital television format that delivers sharper picture quality with more lines of resolution. HDTV offers a much better picture quality than standard television.

IR – An abbreviation for infrared. Pertains to the type of

remote that sends/receives commands on an infrared light beam.

Letterbox – A video format that has an aspect ratio

wider than 4:3 (see “Aspect ratio”) and is shown with black bars above and below the picture.

MP3 – This is a compressed audio format (MPEG-1

Layer III) that allows the recording of many hours of music on a single CD.

MPEG – An abbreviation for Movin g Picture Experts Group, the and computer industries involved in setting standards for compression of moving images.

NTSC – An abbreviation for National Television System

Committee and the label for its video format standard used for televisions in the U.S. and other countries.

Optical cable – Carries digital audio via optical fiber

between a source device and your Lifestyle

PAL – An acronym for the Phase Alternate Line video

format used extensively in Western Europe. PCM – An abbreviation for Pulse Code Modulation. A

common form of digital audio signal. Progressive scan – A video format that displays all

lines of the picture frame in a single pass and refreshes the TV image 30 times per second. Not compatible with all video displays.

PVR – An abbreviation for Personal Video Recording. Sometimes used interchangeably with DVR for Digital Video Recording but may include non-digital technology, as used in VCRs.

committee of experts from the audio, video,

system.

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RF remote – A remote control that transmits com-

mands to a device using radio frequency (RF) signals, which have the ability to penetrate walls, unlike the infrared (IR) signals used by many remote controls.

RDS – A system that displays radio broadcast station and programming information. This feature is available on European systems only.

Resolution – The sharpness of a video image, signal, or display , generally described either in terms of lines of resolution or pixels.

SCART – A type of jack commonly found on consumer

electronics products manufactured for use in Western Europe.

Screen ratio – The dimensions of the video display on a television, which can vary from 4:3 standard to 16:9 widescreen. (See “Aspect ratio”) Also called “letterbox,” widescreen display leaves a black band above and below the picture on traditional TVs. This does not occur on widescreen TVs.

Source – Any device, such as a DVD player, that outputs video and/or audio and can connect to your Lifestyle

system.

S-video – A video signal that separates the brightness (black and white) and the color information. S-video provides higher resolution than composite video, but not as high as from component. This type of connection is compatible with many televisions and other video components and requires use of an S-video cable.

Teletext – An information retrieval service provided by

television broadcast companies in Europe and some other countries, not including the U.S.

Video CD – A compact disc (CD) that contains a video

component.

Videostage

that provides five-channel surrou nd sound performance from varied media – VHS tapes, stereo CDs, even mono TV programs.

Widescreen – A TV having an aspect ratio of 16:9. (See

“Aspect ratio”) The shape of the picture is 16 units wide by 9 units high.

YPbPr – A component analog video signal containing

one luminance and two chromin ance components. Also referred to as YUV or Y, B-Y, R-Y.

5 – Bose® proprietary decoding circuitry

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