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321 GS SERIES III and 321 SERIES III DVD HOME ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
2008 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM312515 Rev.00

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read this owners guide
Please take the time to follow this owners guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy all of its advanced features. Save this owners guide for future reference. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the system to rain or moisture. WARNING: Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on or near the apparatus. As with any electronic product, use care not to spill liquids in any part of the system. Liquids can cause a failure and/or a fire hazard.

Class 1 laser product

CLASS 1 KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 KLASS 1 LASER LASER LASER LASER PRODUCT PRODUKT LAITE APPARAT
This CD player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT according to EN 60825-1:1994+A1+A2, IEC60825-1:1993+A1+A2. CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. The DVD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except properly qualified service personnel.

Class B emissions limits

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. The CAUTION marks shown here are located on the bottom of your 321 home entertainment system media center and the rear panel of the Acoustimass module: 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 electric shock. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in this owners guide. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, insert fully. CAUTION: Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near the apparatus.

Batteries

Please dispose of used batteries properly, following any local regulations. Do not incinerate. This product conforms to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and to the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC. The complete Declaration of Conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/static/compliance/index.html.
Additional safety information
See the additional instructions on the Important Safety Information sheet enclosed in the shipping carton.

CONTENTS INTRODUCTION

Before you begin. For your records. Unpacking.

FIRST-TIME USE

Trying out the DVD.

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

The remote control. Power and source buttons. Menu and movement buttons. Play and numeric buttons. Record and A, B, C buttons (not in Europe). Colored buttons (in Europe only). The media center. Display. Disc tray.
5 Placing the system components 6 Connecting the speakers to the module. Connecting the module to the media center. Connecting the system video to your TV. Connecting a cable box or other component. To connect another component. To get digital audio from the component. To use video pass through. Connecting audio from your TV as an option 22 Installing the FM and AM radio antennas. Connecting the module to a power outlet. Setting the remote to control your TV and components. Inserting the remote batteries. Setting the remote for your TV. Controlling another component.

OPERATION

Playing a video disc or CD. 40 Selecting a play option. 40 Keeping your discs clean. 41 Checking for disc compatibility. 42 For DVDs: Setting Parental Control. 42 Choosing a password. 42 Setting a restriction level. 43 Ratings supplied by the MPAA. 43
Playing a cable box or other component. Adjusting for audio delay. Getting digital audio from a source. Choosing other options. Listening to the radio. Creating a preset. Removing a station from a preset.

REFERENCE

Replacing remote batteries. Protecting the system. Cleaning the media center. Cleaning the speakers. Troubleshooting. For customer service. Limited warranty. Technical information.
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE PERFORMANCE
Changing system features. 47 To get to the System menu. 47 Selecting a new option. 48 Language choices. 48 Audio options. Video options. Media center options. Choosing new settings. To get to the Settings menu. Settings options. 53 54
COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE PROTECTIONS 69 DEVICE CODES A-1
INTRODUCTION Before you begin
Thank you for purchasing the 321 DVD home entertainment system. Using Bose proprietary signal processing technology, the 321 system provides improved spaciousness from stereo recordings and bold movie effects for surround-sound sources. System features include: Small, easy-to-place shelf speakers Easy-to-hide Acoustimass module Integrated DVD/CD player and AM/FM tuner Remote and media center controls HDMI video connection to your TV Audio In connectors for three components Your choice of language for text displays

Svenska INTRODUCTION

For your records
As you unpack the system, look for the serial numbers on the rear of the Acoustimass module and the bottom of the media center.
This is a good time to record the serial numbers on the lines below and on your product registration card. You may need them if you ever contact Bose Customer Service. Acoustimass module serial number: ________________________________________________ Media center serial number: _______________________________________________ Dealer name: ________________________________________________
Acoustimass module serial number
Dealer phone: ________________________________________________ Purchase date: ________________________________________________ We suggest you keep your sales receipt and the warranty information (on the product registration card) together with this owners guide.
Media Center serial number

Unpacking

Carefully unpack your system. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to transport your system. Make sure your system includes the parts shown. WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children.

As you identify them, you may want to place a check mark in the box next to the name of each part. If any part of the system appears damaged, do not try to use it. Notify Bose or your authorized Bose dealer right away. For contact information, refer to the address sheet included in the carton.

321 GS speakers

Media center

321 speakers

Acoustimass module
Remote control and batteries
Rubber feet for Acoustimass module

Rubber feet for speakers

Setup disc

Speaker cable

Acoustimass module cable
Acoustimass module power cord

Stereo audio cable

HDMI video cable

Composite video cable

AM antenna and stand

FM antenna

Placing the system components
The image below shows one of the many ways you can position your new 321 system.

What you need to use:

Media center
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3' or (1 m mo ) re

OR Speakers Speakers

Left speaker

Right speaker Acoustimass module
See Steps 1-6 for details.

Svenska SETUP

1. On the bottom of each speaker, attach one set of small rubber feet.
4. Place the Acoustimass module: at the same end of the room as the speakers and your TV at least 3 feet (1 meter) from the TV to prevent interference with the screen several feet (.8 meters) from audio or video tapes to prevent magnetic damage to them
2. Place the left and right speakers: at least 3 feet (1 meter) apart within 3 feet (1 meter) of the TV screen near the front edge of any shelf aimed straight ahead (not angled) to face the listening area 3. On the legs of the Acoustimass module, attach the large rubber feet.
standing upright, not lying on a side, the front, or the back with the front port aimed out from or along a wall for balanced performance hidden under a table, behind a sofa or chair, or behind drapes as preferred NOT in an enclosure, on a bed, on a sofa, or on a surface that can block the ventilation openings. CAUTION: Do not block ventilation openings on the bottom and rear of the module. 5. Place the media center: where nothing obstructs the front panel near any components you will connect 6. Continue with 2 on the next page. 7
Connecting the speakers to the module
1. Notice the two plugs at one end of the speaker cable.

Speaker cable

2. Separate the two plugs so each one reaches a speaker.

Acoustimass module

(Refer to 1 for placement guidelines.)
3. Insert each plug into the connector on the proper speaker. The plug marked RIGHT goes into the speaker placed to the right of your TV.
4. Insert the remaining single plug into the connector labeled SPEAKERS on the back of the Acoustimass module.

Fastener screws

5. Tighten each fastener screw by hand to secure the plug. CAUTION: Do not plug the Acoustimass module into an AC power (mains) outlet until all other components are connected. 6. Continue with 3 on the next page. 9

Connecting the module to the media center
1. Notice the arrow on the top of the multi-pin plug at each end of the Acoustimass module cable.

Acoustimass module cable

2. Make sure you can see the arrow on top before you insert either end of the cable.
3. Insert this plug into the connector labeled the back of the Acoustimass module.
4. On the other end of the cable, make sure you can see the arrow on top of the plug. 5. Insert this plug into the connector labeled Acoustimass Module on the back of the media center.
6. Continue with 4 on the next page. Make sure the arrow on the plug faces up as you insert it.
Connecting the system video to your TV
This connection allows you to see DVDs and other video from the 321 system on your TV. 1. Select the HDMI video cable.
What you may need to use:

HDMI video cable

Composite video cable

Your TV

2. Check to see if your TV has an unused HDMI connector for VIDEO IN. This may be located on the side or rear connector panel of the TV.
3. Follow the directions that are appropriate for your TV:
TV with HDMI or TV without HDMI

on page 14 on page 15

TV with HDMI
1. Insert one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI connector on your TV.
2. Insert the other end of this cable into the HDMI connector on the media center. Make sure the Bose logo shows as you insert the plug.

Bose logo

Match the wide side of the plug to the wide side of the connector.
3. Continue with 5 on page 17.
Note: If you make this HDMI connection, you do not need the supplied yellow Composite video cable to make any connections. DO NOT use either of the two ONLY PASS-THROUGH connectors on the back of the media center for video from a component.Neither S-Video nor Composite signals can pass through the HDMI cable to the TV.
Svenska SETUP 2. Plug the Composite video cable into the yellow VIDEO IN connector on your TV.

TV without HDMI

1. Notice the yellow plug at each end of the Composite video cable.

Yellow

Note: There may be other kinds of video connectors on your TV that offer higher resolution than Composite. To use either S-Video or Component connectors, you need the appropriate cables. These cables are available at most electronics stores.

Coaxial Optical

2. Be sure to use the right cable for this connector.

Optical OR Coaxial

You can make: up to 3 coaxial connections up to 2 coaxial and one optical connection
Note: If your component has an Optical and a Coaxial connector, use either one but not both.
Note: The media center Optical connector is factory set to work with a cable or satellite box. If your Optical component is neither of those, you need to select your component in an on-screen System menu. See Getting digital audio from a source on page 45.
5. Plug the other end of your digital cable into the appropriate AUDIO IN connector on the media center.
To use video pass through
This calls for another composite cable or two S-Video cables, which are available at most electronics stores. You can make a pass through connection if: You have a Composite or S-Video connection between the TV and the media center (not HDMI or Component). AND: You want to connect another video component through the media center to the TV. Be sure to use one matched pair as shown here:
Video in from your component Video out to your TV
The example here shows an Optical digital connection only.
DO NOT use either of the two ONLY PASS-THROUGH connectors (on the left) if you have made an HDMI or Component connection VIDEO OUT TO TV. Continue with 6 on the next page.
Connecting audio from your TV as an option
For some setups, in order to hear your TV sound from your 321 speakers, you need to make this connection. If: Your cable box does not provide red and white AUDIO OUT connectors. You watch TV programs without using a cable or satellite box.

Audio cable

You connect a video camera or game console to your TV. If none of the above apply, continue with 7 on page 25.
Note: If you have already connected the audio cable provided with the system, you need another cable for this connection. These cables are available at most electronics stores.
1. Insert the red and white plugs at one end of the cable into the AUDIO OUT connectors on the TV.
Note: If your TV does not provide AUDIO OUT connectors, you cannot connect the TV audio to the 321 system. Continue to use your TV speakers for TV program audio. The audio from other components that are connected to the 321 media center will play through the 321 speakers.
Be sure to match red to red and white to white. Note: In addition to this connection, you can make a digital AUDIO OUT connection from the TV to the media center. For more information, review To get digital audio from the component on page 20.

For CD or MP3: Repeats the current track. Pressing again repeats the disc. Pressing three times ends the repeat. For DVR: Moves forward a few seconds with each press.
For CD: Selects a track. For DVD: Selects a chapter. For TV, cable, or satellite: Selects the channel of the numbers pressed. For FM/AM: Selects a preset radio station.
For CBLSAT: Displays or dismisses an on-screen information window (if one is available). For MP3: Holding down the button displays or dismisses artist and title information on the media center display panel.
For TV, cable, or satellite: Returns to the channel last selected.
Record and A, B, C buttons (not in Europe)
These buttons can be used with a DVR, VCR, a cable box, or satellite box. This requires that the 321 remote is set to control the component. Starts DVR or VCR recording of the cable, satellite, or TV program that is playing. Makes a selection from a cable on-screen List A. Makes a selection from a cable on-screen List B. Makes a selection from a cable on-screen List C.
Colored buttons (in Europe only)
These buttons can be used with Teletext, a cable box, or a satellite box (if the 321 remote is set to control the box). Red Selects the screen content labeled red. Green Selects the screen content labeled green. Yellow Selects the screen content labeled yellow. Blue Selects the screen content labeled blue.

The media center

The front of the media center features:

Display

Control buttons
When the system is turned on, the display shows: selected source (CD/DVD, for example) source status (stopped, for example) source data (elapsed DVD time, for example)
OnOff Source Volume + Enter Eject Turns the system power on or off. Displays and sets the choice of play options. Lowers or raises the volume level. Selects the next available radio preset. Opens or closes the disc tray.
system status (like disc tray OPEN, shown below)

Disc tray

Use the Eject button to open and close this tray. Do NOT push the tray to close it.
Note: When you use the Source button on the media center to select a connected component for play, your 321 remote will not control that component. Press the CBLSAT or AUX button on the remote to control that source.

For DVDs: Setting Parental Control
You can password protect some DVDs that are not appropriate for other family members. Choosing a password 1. Turn on your TV and your 321 system. Be sure to select the same TV Video Input that you use to watch a DVD. 2. Press the System button on your 321 remote control. The System menu appears on screen. 3. Press the right arrow button to select the DVD Lock icon. 4. Press ENTER. 5. Use the number buttons to create your four-digit password.
SACDs (CD-compatible Copy protection Music and other content content only) may be protected by international and MP3 CDs: domestic copyright laws burned in a single and may contain specific closed session restrictions on use and/or reproduction. Please in disc format respect the rights of the ISO9660 artists and other with.mp3 as the copyright holders. extension and no other periods in the file name. 42
Setting a restriction level 1. Choose a Parental Control Setting from the chart of ratings defined by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA). Ratings supplied by the MPAA
Parental Control Setting G PG-13 PG NC-17 R MPAA Rating Audience Restriction None Adult audiences Mature audiences Mature teenage audiences Teenage audiences Mature young audiences Most audiences General
2. In the System menu, select DVD Lock and enter your password. 3. Use the arrow buttons to reach Lock UnRated Discs and select Yes. 4. Move down to Lock Discs Rated Above and right to the numbers. 5. Press the up or down arrow button to select a number. Any numbers above this selection will be restricted by password protection. 6. Press ENTER to save this setting and Exit to move out of the System menu.
The numbers above the one you select will be restricted.
Playing a cable box or other component
1. Press the button for the source (CBLSAT or AUX) you want to play. This turns on the 321 system to the selected source. 2. Turn on your component and, if it is a video source, turn on the TV. If the 321 remote is set to control the component, you can press the source On/Off button on the remote. 3. Choose the proper Video Input on your TV if the source is a video component.

Identifies the type of video connection made on the back panel of the media center. This is not an adjustable setting. Screen black level generally appropriate for most TVs. Darkens the intensity of the black on screen.
NTSC - US (PAL - EUROPE) (MULTISTANDARD)
Correct for NTSC (U.S. standard) monitors. Correct for PAL (European standard) monitors. Only for a TV that supports multiple formats (NTSC and PAL). Screen image repaints in standard style. Screen image repaints in advanced style (if your TV provides this option).
Progressive Scan (Appears on screen only if the TV connects to the media center using a Component cable. It is not needed with HDMI.)

Off (On)

Note: If selecting On distorts your screen, press the remote up arrow to reselect Off.
Note: With an HDMI connection, you will not see the On option. The HDMI cable automatically senses your TV capabilities and applies progressive scan as appropriate.

Media center options

These options affect general operation of the system. Option

Display Brightness

4 (1 to 4)
Media center display shows text at its brightest. Choosing a lower number darkens text on the display. On-screen display menus appear in the selected language.

Display Language

English (Dansk, Deutsch, Espaol, Franais, Italiano, Nederlands, Svenska)

Optical Source

CBLSAT (TV, AUX)
Set for a component connected by Optical cable to the CBLSAT AUDIO IN on the 321 media center. Identifies a different component connected by Optical cable to the media center. Applies the regional standard for incremental spacing between AM and FM stations.

Tuner Spacing

US (European)

Bose Link Room Code

Links the 321 system to a unique code so it works with Bose link as a second room sound source.
(C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, or O) Bose link expansion is a Lifestyle system feature. Restore Settings No (Yes) Maintains your established changes in the Settings menu. Returns all of your selections in the Settings menu to the original factory settings.

Choosing new settings

You can use the 321 Settings menus for quick adjustments while you watch a video or listen to music.
To get to the Settings menu
1. Use the 321 remote to select the audio or video source that you want to change. 2. Press the Settings button. The Settings menu that affects this source appears on your media center display. It also appears on screen if your TV is on and you select the proper TV Video Input. 3. Move up or down to the option you want and press ENTER. 4. Move right to select a new setting for that option and press ENTER. 5. Press Exit to leave the Settings menu. The Settings menu appears as a vertical bar of icons. To familiarize yourself with the icons, see Settings options on pages 54-59.
For example, if you want to change the screen resolution for DVDs, you will find that option in the TV Settings menu. To see these options, enter the Settings menu for the selected source. Symbols and definitions for the options that are offered appear on screen. Note: Some of the settings made while you are playing a particular source are temporary. When you change sources or turn off the system, these settings revert to the factory selections.

Sound is distorted Sound is marred by a loud hum or buzz
No sound from TV only Speech and lip movement on screen are not in sync Radio does not work or has poor reception
If your TV has Variable instead of Fixed audio output, you need to turn off the TV speakers internally. Refer to your TV owners guide and follow the instructions provided there. Adjust the Audio Delay using the Settings menu on screen. For details, refer to Choosing new settings on page 53. Make sure the antennas are connected and positioned as shown in Installing the FM and AM radio antennas on page 25. Adjust the FM antenna position to reduce interference. Move antennas farther from the media center, TV, or other electronic equipment. Select another station. You may be in an area of weak signal coverage for some stations. Change the Audio Level for the source input so its volume matches the volume of the radio and DVD in the Bose system. Refer to Audio options on page 49.
Volume level changes when another sound source is selected

Remote issues

321 remote does not control your TV, CBLSAT, or AUX component
Make sure that the remote is set to control the component. Refer to Setting the remote for your TV on page 31. Make sure that the front of the component is not obstructed. Reset the remote using a different device code for the component you want to control. Refer to Device codes located at the back of the book. There may be several codes that can turn the component on and off, but only one that provides further control (channel changing, for example). Aim the remote at the front of the media center. Make sure the battery polarity (+ and ) matches the polarity marked in the battery compartment. Install new batteries. Refer to Replacing remote batteries on page 59.
321 remote behaves erratically or does not work

Video issues

Sound, but no picture
Make sure the TV is on. Make sure the TV is set to the correct Video Input to see the video from DVDs on the Bose system. Make sure a DVD is in the disc tray. If the TV is connected to the media center using the HDMI cable: Switch from one Video Input to another and then back to the original input. Turn everything off, then: A. Turn on the TV and set the TV Video Input for the Bose system video. B. Turn on the 321 system and press DVD. Turn off both the TV and the 321 system and then: A. Unplug the HDMI cable from both ends. B. Disconnect the power cables from both your TV and the 321 Acoustimass module. C. Re-connect power to the television and to the Acoustimass module. D. When the 321 startup message disappears from the display, re-connect the HDMI cable. E. Turn on the TV first, then turn on the 321 system. Disconnect the HDMI cable that connects the TV to the 321 media center. Reconnect the two using a Component cable, an S-Video cable, or the Composite cable provided with the system.

Incorrect picture for the selected source Picture is black and white, flickers, gets dark, or rolls
Make sure the TV is set to the correct Video Input. Check the video cable connections. If the media center is connected to the TV using a Component cable, make sure the colored cable plugs (red, green, and blue) match the connector colors on the media center and on the TV. Check the Video Format setting (NTSC or PAL) and change it. Refer to Video options on page 50. Use the Settings menu to lower the output resolution of the system. Your 321 system sets its DVD video resolution to match the default that is communicated to it by the TV. You can experiment with other settings to see which one provides the best picture. HDTVs can accept different resolutions as input, and in some cases the highest number does not result in the best picture.
Picture is not clear or is unstable

Disc issues

DVD or CD does not play
Make sure the Acoustimass module power cord is inserted securely into the AC (mains) power outlet and into the power connector on the Acoustimass module. Check to see if the Play symbol in the display is lit. After pressing the CDDVD button, wait a few seconds and press Play. Make sure the disc is properly inserted (label-side up). Eject the disc and try loading it again. Clean the disc to remove fingerprints, dust, or dirt. Refer to Keeping your discs clean on page 41. Try another disc. Some discs are defective and will not play. Make sure the disc is compatible with the media center disc player. Also make sure the region codes match. Refer to Checking for disc compatibility on page 42. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the unit. 2. Unplug the Acoustimass module power cord from the outlet for 60 seconds, then reconnect it. This allows the unit to reset itself. 3. Before powering on, press and hold Eject on the media center.
Note: If you are using the HDMI cable between the TV and media center, there are other possible solutions in Sound, but no picture on the previous page. Disc wont eject

Lock DVD password lost

Enter the password 2673 to gain entry to the Lock DVD screen.

For customer service

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

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TRANS-conts. 0831, 0826, 0872, 1165, 1321, 1327 Transonic. 0730, 1165 Tredex. 0799, 0800, 0803, 0804, 0843 TruVision.. 0857, 1451 TSM. 1224 TYT. 0705 Umax. 0690, 1151 Unimax. 0770 United. 0695, 0730, 1489, 1446, 1367, 1351, 1228, 1173, 1165, 1152, 1115, 1072, 0884, 0826, 0788, 0713, 0699, 0675 Universum. 0591, 0741, 0790, 0713, 0779, 0869, 1227, 1530 Uptek.. 0763 upXus. 1345 Urban Concepts 0503, 0539 US Logic. 0839 V.. 1064, 1126, 1226 Valor. 1298 Venturer. 0790 Vestel.. 0713, 0884, 1530 Vialta. 1509 Victor.. 1241, 1597 Vieta.. 0705, 1265 Viewmaster. 0862, 1224 Vizio.. 1064, 1126, 1226 Vocopro. 1027, 1360 Voxson. 0730, 0831, 0690 Vtrek. 1228 Waitec. 1151, 1224, 1233 Walkvision. 0717 Waltham. 1530 Welkin. 0831 Wellington. 0713
Weltstar. 0713 Wesder. 0699 Wharfedale. 0790, 0698, 0751, 0752 Wilson. 0831, 1233 Windsor. 0713 Windy Sam.. 0573 WIZE. 1115 Woxter. 1005, 1151, 1224 Xbox.. 0522, 1708, 2083 Xenius. 0790 XLogic. 0768, 1152, 1228 XMS.. 0770, 0788 Xoro.. 1173, 1183 Xwave. 1001 Yakumo. 0652, 1004, 1056 Yamada. 0652, 0872, 1004, 1056, 1151, 1158, 1416, 1489 Yamaha. 0490, 0539, 0646, 0545, 1282, 1354 Yamakawa. 0665, 0710, 0872, 1104, 1489 Yukai.. 0730, 1730 Zenith. 0503, 0591, 0741, 0869 Zennox. 1265 Zeus.. 0784 Zoece. 1265

Crosley. 0035, 0081, 0000, 0149, 0110 Crown. 0037, 0072, 0278, 0020, 0271 Curtis Mathes. 0060, 0035, 0162, 0240, 0000, 0041, 0278, 0432, 0277, 0454, 0643, 0760, 1035 Cybernex. 0240, 0051 CyberPower.. 1972 Cyrus. 0081 Daewoo. 0037, 0045, 0104, 0209, 0278, 0642, 0352, 0020, 0046, 0210, 0212, 0368, 0561, 0844, 1137, 1278 Dansai. 0072, 0278 Dantax. 0352 Daytron. 0037, 0278, 0020 De Graaf. 0048, 0081, 0042, 0104, 0046 Decca. 0081, 0000, 0067, 0209, 0041, 0352, 0008 Degraff. 0048, 0081, 0042, 0104 Deitron. 0278 Dell. 1972 Denko. 0072 Denon. 0081, 0042 Derwent. 0041 Diamant. 0037 Diamond.. 0348 Dick Smith Elec 0642, 0579 Digitor. 0642, 0579 DirecTV. 0739, 2033 Domland.. 0209 DSE. 0642, 0579
Dual. 0081, 0000, 0041, 0278, 0348 Dumont. 0081, 0000, 0104, 0105 Durabrand. 0039, 0038, 0642, 0593 Dynatech.. 0240, 0000 Elbe. 0278, 0038 Elcatech. 0072 Electrohome.. 0060, 0037, 0240, 0000, 0043, 0209, 0061 Electrophonic. 0037 Elin. 0240, 0051 Elsay. 0072 Elta. 0072, 0278 Emerald. 0184, 0121, 0211 Emerex. 0032 Emerson. 0035, 0037, 0184, 0039, 0240, 0045, 0000, 0121, 0043, 0209, 0072, 0002, 0278, 0348, 0561, 0510, 0593, 0479, 0378, 1278, 1479, 0361, 1593, 0343, 0295, 0294, 0212, 0211, 0208, 0202, 0088, 0068, 0061, 0036 ESA. 1137 ESC. 0240, 0278, 0020 EuroLine. 1593 Europhon.. 0020 Fenner. 0020 Ferguson.. 0000, 0041, 0278, 0348, 0320, 0053 Fidelity. 0240, 0000, 0072, 0352, 0432 Finlandia.. 0037, 0048, 0081, 0000, 0042, 0104,

Finlux.. Firstline.

Fisher. Flint.. Frontech. Fuji. Fujitsu. Fujitsu General Funai.. Galaxi. Galaxis. Garrard. Gateway. GBC.. GE..
GEC. Gemini. General. General Technic Genexxa. Go Video.. GoldHand.
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GoldStar. 0035, 0037, 0039, 0000, 0209, 0278, 0038, 0018, 0054, 0225, 1137, 1237 Goodmans. 0037, 0081, 0240, 0000, 0209, 0072, 0278, 0348, 0642, 0352, 0020, 0062, 0343, 0579, 0742 GPX. 0037 Gradiente. 0000, 0008, 1137 Graetz. 0240, 0104, 0041 Granada. 0035, 0037, 0048, 0081, 0240, 0000, 0042, 0104, 0011, 0046 Grandin. 0037, 0000, 0209, 0072, 0278, 0020, 0742 Grundig. 0081, 0072, 0348, 0320, 0352, 0034, 0207, 0347, 0378, 0742 Haaz.. 0348 Hanimex. 0352, 0295 Hanseatic. 0037, 0081, 0209, 0038 Hantor. 0020 Haojie. 0240 Harley Davidson 0000 Harman/Kardon 0081, 0038, 0075 Harvard. 0072, 0068 Harwood. 0072, 0068 HCM.. 0072 Headquarter.. 0046 Hewlett Packard 1972 HI-Q. 0035, 0047, 0000 Hinari.. 0240, 0209, 0041, 0072, 0278, 0352, 0088, 0208, 0343 Hisawa. 0209, 0352

the logo representing DTS. DVD An acronym that is most commonly known to mean Digital Video Disc or Digital Versatile Disc. The audio/video/data storage system based on 12- and 8-cm optical discs. DVD Video A standard for storing and reproducing audio and video on DVD-ROM discs, based on MPEG video, Dolby Digital and MPEG audio, and other proprietary data formats. IR An acronym for infrared. Pertains to the type of remote that sends/receives commands on an infrared light beam. Letterbox The projected aspect ratio of feature films is often 16:9 rather than the 4:3 aspect ratio of most TVs. Therefore, it is becoming common practice to transfer films to video with black borders at the top and bottom of the picture. The film picture becomes a letterbox within the video. MPEG a type of data compression used for audio or video storage on disc. MP3 MPEG-1 Layer III audio. This is a compressed audio format that allows you to record many hours of music on a single CD. NTSC An acronym for National Television System Committee. The organization that developed both the American Black & White and Color television systems. PAL An acronym for Phase Alternate Line. A television format used extensively in Western Europe.

Introduction

PCM An uncompressed, digitally coded representation of an analog signal. This is the form of the digital audio signal used for both CD and laserdisc. It is a serial data stream that is coded for transmission or recording. PCM is also used for many other types of serial data communications. S-video A video interface standard that carries separate luminance and chrominance signals, usually on a four-pin mini-DIN connector. Also called Y/C. The quality of S-video is significantly better than composite video since it does not require a comb filter to separate the signals. Most high-end televisions have S-video inputs. Title numbered elements of the DVD contents, which may include more than the movie alone. Track Individual selections recorded on an audio tape or disc.

Limited warranty

The 321 Series II and 321 GS Series II home entertainment systems are covered by a limited transferable warranty. Details of the limited warranty are provided on the product registration card that came with your system. Please fill out the information section on the card and mail it to Bose. Failure to do so will not affect your limited warranty rights.

For your records

Serial numbers are located on the bottom of the media center and the rear of the Acoustimass module. Please have your serial number ready before contacting Bose Customer Service. Model: 321 Series II 321 GS Series II Check one
Media center serial number: _________________________________________________________ Acoustimass module serial number: __________________________________________________ Dealer name: ______________________________________________________________________ Dealer phone: __________________________ Purchase date: _____________________________ We suggest you keep your sales receipt and product registration together with this owners guide.

System Setup Unpacking

Carefully unpack your system. Save all packing materials, which provide the safest way to transport your system. Check to be sure your system includes the parts shown in Figure 1. If any part of the system appears damaged, do not attempt to use it. Notify Bose or your authorized Bose dealer immediately. For Bose contact information, refer to the address sheet included in the carton. WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children. Figure 1
Contents of the shipping carton Your system includes one of the following cords: Acoustimass module cable 321 speakers or 120 VAC power cord (US/Canada) Speaker cable Note: If you purchased a 321 GS Series II system, the left and right speaker cable connectors will be marked with a GS. Acoustimass module Rubber feet for Acoustimass module Your system includes one the following speaker types:

Media center

321 GS speakers Rubber feet for speakers
115/230 VAC power cord with adapter (US/Europe)
230 VAC power cord (Europe)
Remote control Batteries Stereo cable Video cable
230 VAC power cord (UK/Singapore)
240 VAC power cord (Australia) FM antenna Antenna stand
AM antenna Setup and demo disc
Note: Now is a good time to find the serial numbers on the bottom of the media center and Acoustimass module. Copy these numbers onto your product registration card and in the space provided on page 7.
System Setup Selecting locations for your 321 Series II system components
Use the following guidelines and Figure 2 to choose locations and positions for the components of your 321 home entertainment system. Note: While these guidelines are offered to help provide great system performance, you may find other placement choices that are more convenient and provide the sound you enjoy.

Placing the media center

Media center digital audio input jacks
Optical digital audio input
Coaxial digital audio inputs
Connecting your cable/satellite box, TV, and VCR to the media center
The 321 home entertainment system provides flexibility for you to add up to three external audio devices, including your TV, directly to the media center. Figure 17 shows you an advanced setup using a TV, VCR and cable/satellite box. In this setup, please notice the following: S-video connections are used to deliver the cable/satellite signal to the media center. Therefore, the media center output video is sent to the TV also through an S-video connection. Analog and digital coax audio connections are shown for the cable/satellite box. As an option, you may use an optical digital connection. However, before you can benefit from the optical connection, you will need to assign the optical connector to the cable/satellite box audio source in the system settings menu. See Media center options on page 48. When connecting an audio device to the media center jacks, remember to match the red jack to the right channel (R) and the white (or black) jack to the left channel (L). For further details on making the video connections between your VCR and TV, refer to the manuals for these video devices. Note: The recommendations contained in this owners guide are basic suggestions for connecting external devices to the 321 Series II system. Instructions and terminology pertinent to these external devices may vary, depending on the manufacturer. Consult the owners guide that came with the device for clarification on setup and usage before making any connections.

Figure 17

Advanced setup: TV, VCR and cable/satellite box
Cable/satellite (CBL-SAT) service CBL-SAT S-video output

Cable/satellite

CBL-SAT analog audio

CBL-SAT digital audio

CBL-SAT signal to VCR

VCR TV

CBL-SAT signal to TV

VCR analog audio

Media centers S-video output to TV
Note: For more information on advanced connections, refer to the DVD setup disc that came with your 321 Series II home entertainment system.
Connecting a game console
Connect the audio output of a game console to the AUX Left and Right input jacks. Connect the video output of the game console to the C (composite) Video IN jack. Figure 18

Game console connections

Game console connection panel
IMPORTANT If you connected your game console this way, you will need to select the AUX source on the 321 remote in order to hear sound from the game console.
System Setup Installing the remote control batteries
1. On the back of the remote, slide open the battery compartment (Figure 19). 2. Insert the two supplied AA (IEC-R6) 1.5V batteries, or their equivalent, as shown. Match the plus (+) and minus () marked on the batteries with the plus (+) and minus () inside the battery compartment. 3. Slide the battery compartment cover back into place. Note: Replace the batteries when the remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced. Figure 19

Installing the batteries

(2) AA batteries (IEC R6)

Battery compartment door

System Setup Connecting the power cord
CAUTION: For dual voltage models only, be sure to set the dual voltage switch on the back of the Acoustimass module to the appropriate voltage for your area (115V or 230V) before connecting to power. If you are not sure about the proper voltage for your area, consult your local electrical authorities. 1. Insert the small connector end of the power cord into the AC INPUT connector on the Acoustimass module (Figure 20). 2. Insert the large end of the cord into an AC power (mains) outlet. Note: On 220-240V models only, turn the Acoustimass module POWER switch to on (l). Figure 20
Connecting to power AC power switch
Note: Provided only on 220-240V rated systems
115/230V selection switch
Note: Provided only on 115/230V dual voltage rated systems

AC input jack

System Setup Checking your system setup
1. Check the following before you continue: All cables are connected for the setup you chose. The batteries were installed in the remote control. The power cord was installed and plugged into a live AC receptacle. 2. Turn on your TV. Use the remote control that came with your TV. 3. Select the right video input on your TV to view the 321 system video output. Refer to the name of the TV video input you used during setup. Use the remote for your TV to select the video input for your 321 system. The video input button might be labelled TV Input, TV/VCR, or AV. Refer to your TVs owners guide for help. 4. Turn off the speakers on your TV. Refer to your TVs owners guide for help. If your TV does not have an option to turn off the internal speakers, you may need to adjust both the 321 system volume and your TV volume until you find a level that produces the desired sound. In some TVs, when the internal speakers are turned off, you may need to raise the TVs volume level by 75% to 100% in order to hear audio from the 321 home entertainment system. See your TV owners guide for help. 5. Turn on your 321 system. Point the 321 remote control at the media center and press On-Off. 6. Play the 321 setup DVD. Press Eject on the media center control panel. Insert the DVD setup disc into the disc tray. Press Eject again to close the tray. The DVD will automatically begin to play. If it does not, press the play button ( ). Note: Be sure to play the Setup DVD, included in the carton with your system, as soon as all the connections are completed. This will help you verify the connections you have made and confirm proper sound performance.

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Raises or lowers the volume of the current source. Pressing + restores muted sound from the current source. Pressing lowers the volume of the current source, but does not restore muted sound.
Skips to the next or previous CD track, DVD chapter, radio station preset, or TV channel (if the remote is set up to control your TV).
Stops the disc player. For DVDs only, the disc stops and the system saves the DVD play position. Pressing continues the DVD from the saved play position. Pressing twice for a disc in play returns to the beginning of the disc. Pauses a currently playing disc. Pressing again (or pressing ) resumes play of a paused disc. After 20 minutes of no user interaction, the disc player stops and returns to the beginning of the disc to wait for the next command. Starts the disc player. Skips backward or forward through CD tracks. Skips backward or forward through DVD chapters. Seeks backward or forward to the next strongest radio station. Plays audio CD tracks in random order. Press again to cancel this mode. Repeats a CD, CD track, DVD chapter, or DVD title. Press again to change the repeat mode.
Provides a means for selecting a CD track, DVD chapter, radio station preset, or TV channel. Allows you to change numerical values for some menu options.
Displays or dismisses a cable/satellite information window, if supported. If playing an MP3 CD, displays or dismisses artist and title information on the media center display panel. Skips to the previous TV channel (if supported by your TV).
System Controls and Indicators The media center
The media center has a control panel on the top, a display area to show the current status of the system, and a disc tray that opens on the front of the console.

Control panel

The media center has six buttons located on the top control panel. Their functions are also available through use of the remote control. Figure 21
Media center controls Turns system power on or off. Steps through the available source selections. Lowers or raises the volume level.

On-Off

Source

Volume +

Used to navigate
through menus. Selects the next available FM/AM preset.
Opens or closes the disc tray.
Note: If you selected another source by pressing the Source button, you cannot control the new source with the remote until you press the button for that new source on the remote.

Display indicators

With the system turned on, the music center display lights up to show the state of the system. Not all possible choices, shown below, light up at once (Figure 22). The display changes with each adjustment or selection you make. Figure 22
Sample media center display
D V D 0: 0 6: C H AP TE R 1 / 12
SHUFFLE REPEAT DISC TRACK
Lights to indicate disc is in play. Lights briefly when a remote control command is received.
Lights to indicate shuffle mode is selected for the current disc.
Lights to indicate repeat mode is selected for current track or disc.
Lights to indicate Repeat Disc or Shuffle Repeat Disc mode is selected.
Lights to indicate Repeat Track mode is selected.
Operation Turning your system on and off
To turn power on or off: Point the 321 remote at the media center and press On/Off. OR Press On-Off on top of the media center. To turn the system on to a source: Press CD-DVD, FM-AM, TV, CBL-SAT, or AUX on the 321 remote. Note: Your 321 remote control can be set up to control other audio devices such as your TV, VCR, or cable/satellite receiver. For instructions, see Setting up your remote to control other audio/video devices on page 35.

Playing video DVDs

Before you play your first DVD:
Familiarize yourself with the 321 remote control. See Remote control on page 26. Be sure you understand how to switch between the available video inputs on your TV. To view a video DVD, you will need to select the video input on your TV that is connected to video output of the 321 media center (see Connecting your TV to the media center on page 15). If you are unable to select the correct video input on your TV, please consult your TVs owners guide. Be sure that you play the 321 system setup DVD first. This will help you verify the connections you have made and confirm proper sound performance. 1. Turn on your TV. 2. On the 321 remote, press CD/DVD to turn the 321 system on to the CD/DVD source. 3. On the media center control panel, press Eject to open the disc tray. 4. Place the DVD disc in the disc tray. 5. Press Eject again to close the tray. The DVD should begin to play automatically. If not, press Play on the 321 remote. Note: Not all DVDs offer the same features. For example, you can choose to display subtitles while watching a movie only if that particular disc provides subtitle information.

Operation

While a DVD video is playing, elapsed play time and chapter number are displayed on the media center front panel. Figure 23

Sample display for a DVD video
D V D 0: 0 6: CHAPTER 1/12

Basic DVD operations

Press Pause to pause a movie.
Press Pause again, or press Play to resume playing a paused CD. Use the stop button ( ) to interrupt a movie in play.
Press once to interrupt a playing movie. The system holds the movie at the point of interruption. Press Play to resume play from the point of interruption. OR Press twice. Play is interrupted and the system returns to the beginning of the disc. Press Play to restart the video. Press Chapter to skip to the next chapter on the current DVD. Press Chapter to the previous chapter. to skip
Press Repeat while a chapter is playing to make it repeat. Press
to scan backward through the current DVD. Press

to scan forward.

Press Eject on the media center to stop a disc and open the disc tray. Note: For information on changing DVD-related source settings, see DVD settings menu on page 42.
Restricting access to video DVDs
The DVD Lock menu allows you to restrict access to video DVDs which may contain inappropriate material for certain members of your family. You can get to the DVD Lock menu by pressing the System button on the remote control. This feature allows you to set up password access for movies which have a certain rating. For instructions on using the DVD Lock menu, see DVD Lock options on page 50.
Operation Playing audio CDs
1. On the 321 remote, press CD/DVD to turn the 321 system on to the CD/DVD source.
2. On the media center control panel, press Eject to open the disc tray.
3. Place the DVD disc in the disc tray.
4. Press Eject again to close the tray.
5. The audio CD should begin to play automatically. If not, press Play on the 321 remote.

Basic CD operations

Press Pause to pause an audio CD.
Press Pause again, or press Play to resume playing a paused CD. Press to stop an audio CD.
Press Track to skip to the next track on the current CD. Press Track previous track.

to skip to the

Press and hold to scan backward through the current CD. Press and hold forward. Press once to advance to the next song.

to scan

Press Repeat once for REPEAT TRACK mode. Press Repeat again for REPEAT DISC mode. Press Repeat again to turn the repeat functions off (REPEAT OFF). Press Shuffle once for SHUFFLE DISC mode. Press Shuffle again to turn off the shuffle mode (SHUFFLE OFF). Note: For information on changing CD-related source settings, see CD settings menu on page 41. Note: If playing an MP3 CD, the Info button displays or clears artist and title information on the media center display panel.
Operation Listening to FM/AM radio
On the 321 remote, press FM-AM. If the system is off, the radio will turn on to the most recently selected station.

Tuning to a station

You can tune to a radio station in any of the following ways: Press FM-AM to switch between the FM and AM bands.

Press Tune

to tune up the band. Press Tune

to tune down the band.

Press Seek to go to the previous station. Press Seek to go to the next available station. Press and hold for rapid tuning. Release to stop at the next available station. To stop anytime, briefly press Seek or Seek. To begin seeking again without holding down the Seek button, briefly press Seek or Seek as soon as the first seek operation stops. Press Preset stored station. OR Press the number of a stored station on the keypad. Note: For information on changing FM/AM-related source settings, see FM/AM settings menu on page 41. to select the next stored station. Press Preset to select the previous
Storing stations as presets
Using your 321 remote control you can store up to 20 AM and 20 FM station presets. This enables you to tune to a favorite station quickly. 1. Tune to the preferred station. 2. Store the station with an assigned preset number. For numbers 1-9, press the single number button and hold it. For numbers 10-20, press the first number. Immediately after, press the second number and hold it. OR, press Enter on the media center to store the selected station at the next available preset number. The newly assigned preset number appears briefly on the media center display. Note: Assigning a preset number to a station will replace any previous assignment of that preset.

Erasing a preset

1. Tune to the preset station. 2. Press and hold the 0 button on the remote until the media center display tells you that the preset is erased.

Playing other sources

Turn on any component connected to the media center by using the remote for that component or controls on the component front panel. Use the 321 Series II or 321 GS Series II system remote to get started: Pressing TV, CBL-SAT, or AUX on the 321 or 321 GS system remote turns on the system and selects the audio for that component. Be sure a tape or disc is loaded, as needed. Use the Volume up or down arrows on the system remote or on the media center to raise or lower the volume of the system.

Controlling Other Audio Devices
To set up the remote to control your VCR or PVR (such as Tivo or Replay TV) 1. Turn on both the 321 system and your VCR or PVR.
2. Press and hold the AUX button until the remote LED is lit (about five seconds). 3. On the remote keypad, enter the four-digit device code for your VCR/PVR. The LED will turn off temporarily as you press each key. 4. Check that the LED turns off after the code is entered. If the LED blinks, the code is invalid. Try again.
5. Point the remote at your VCR or PVR and press the AUX On-Off button. If your VCR or PVR does not respond, go back to step 2 and try other codes. If you are still unsuccessful, see Searching for a device code on page 36.
Searching for a device code
Use this method if you do not know the device code for a device. Note: This is a very time-consuming process. Use it as a last resort. To set up the remote to control your TV 1. Turn on both the 321 system and your TV. 2. Press and hold TV until the remote LED is lit (about five seconds). 3. Alternately press Channel and TV On-Off until your TV turns off.
4. Press Enter. Check that the remote LED turns off.
5. Point the remote at your TV and press TV On-Off. If your TV does not respond, go back to step 2 and try again.
To set up the remote to control your cable/satellite box 1. Turn on both the 321 system and your cable/satellite box. 2. Press and hold CBL-SAT until the remote LED is lit (about five seconds). 3. Alternately press Channel turns off. and CBL-SAT On-Off until your cable/satellite box
5. Point the remote at your cable/satellite box and press CBL-SAT On-Off. If your cable/ satellite box does not respond, go back to step 2 and try again.
To set up the remote to control your VCR or PVR (for example, TiVo or Replay TV) 1. Turn on both the 321 system and your VCR/PVR.
2. Press and hold AUX until the remote LED is lit (about five seconds). 3. Alternately press Channel and AUX On-Off until your VCR/PVR turns off.
5. Point the remote at your VCR/PVR and press AUX On-Off. If your VCR/PVR does not respond, go back to step 2 and try again.
Verifying an entered device code

Sample Settings menu on your TV screen Source name Menu item name

Output Mode: Auto

Menu items Setting

Selection box

Navigation help - which buttons to use
Note: Any changes made in the settings menu on your TV screen will also appear in the media center display panel. On the media center display panel, menu items will scroll in and out of view as you press the up ( ) and down ( ) arrow buttons on the remote. Figure 25
Sample Settings menu on the media center display

>Output

Mode: Auto Sleep Timer: Off

SETTINGS

Changing Source Settings
To make changes in the settings menus
Whether you use your TV screen or the media center display to change settings, the same instructions apply. You can use the actions above to change back to the original (default) settings, too. Do that if you do not like the effect of a change you have made, or accidentally made a change you did not intend. The default settings for each source are shown in the menu tables on the following pages. 1. Turn on your TV and select the correct TV input to view your 321 system. 2. Press a source button on your 321 remote control. 3. Press Settings to display the Settings menu for the selected source. 4. Using the down ( ) and up ( ) arrow buttons, select the menu item you want to change.
5. Press the right arrow ( 6. Press the up (
) button to select the menu item setting. ) arrow button to change the setting. ) button to save the setting.

) or down (

7. Press Enter or the left arrow (
8. Press Exit to dismiss the Settings menu. The progression in Figure 26 shows output mode for the FM tuner being changed from Auto to Stereo. Figure 26
Changing the FM output mode setting

Tuner Output Mode: Auto

Tuner Output Mode: Stereo
The down arrow button was pressed to select the Output Mode menu item.
The right arrow button was pressed to select the setting.
The up or down arrow button was pressed to change setting from Auto to Stereo.
Note: You can restore all default settings by choosing Restore Settings in the Systems menu, under Media Center options. This reverts all source settings back to the factory default settings. It also changes the Audio Processing setting back to Automatic (found in the Systems menu under Audio options).
Changing Source Settings FM/AM settings menu
To see the FM/AM Settings menu, press FM-AM on the remote. Then press Settings. Press Exit to remove the menu from the screen.
Name Output Mode (FM only) RDS Info (FM only, and only on some systems) Sleep Timer

English [default] On-screen display menus appear in the selected language. Dansk, Deutsch, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Nederlands, Svenska None [default] TV, CBL/SAT, AUX US [default] European B [default], C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, or O No Yes No digital signal received via optical cable. Digital signal received via optical cable for selected source. Channel spacing for AM/FM radio stations set to selected region standard. Assigns a room code to your 321 Series II system when it is connected to a Bose link source. Maintains current system settings. Reverts system settings back to factory defaults.
Optical Source Tuner Spacing Bose link Room Code* Restore Factory Defaults
** Appears only when a Bose link source is connected.
Changing System Options Remote control options
The Remote Control options help you set up your remote to control other audio devices that are connected to your system. Figure 31
Remote Control system options
Select Remote Control to adjust these system options:
TV Brand TV Device Code CBL/SAT Device CBL/SAT Brand CBL/SAT Device Code
AUX Device AUX Brand AUX Device Code
System Option TV Brand TV Device Code CBL/SAT Device CBL/SAT Brand
Settings Brand name Code number Cable, Satellite Brand name
Description Provides a list of TV brands for the 321 remote control to operate. Provides a list of available device codes for the selected TV brand. Identifies which of two devices is connected to the CBL-SAT input. Provides a list of cable/satellite box brands for the 321 remote control to operate. Provides a list of available device codes for the selected cable/satellite box brand. Identifies which of two devices is connected to the AUX input. Provides a list of VCR/PVR brands for the 321 remote control to operate. Provides a list of available device codes for the selected VCR/PVR brand.
CBL/SAT Device Code Code number AUX Device AUX Brand AUX Device Code VCR, PVR Brand name Code number
Note: To find the brand and device codes for each component that can be connected to, and controlled by the 321 system, see Device Codes on page 57.
Changing System Options DVD Lock options
The DVD Lock options allow you to restrict viewing of DVD videos with certain ratings. To activate this feature, you need to set a level of restriction and establish a password in the DVD Lock section of the System menu. Figure 32

DVD Lock system options

Lock Unrated Discs Lock Discs Rated Above Change Password
System Option Lock Unrated Discs Lock Discs Rated Above Change Password
Settings Off On 1 to 8 ____
Description No restriction applies to unrated DVD movies. Restricts viewing access to unrated titles when password is set. Helps prevent viewing discs above the selected number when a password is created. Establishes a new four-number code to restrict access to movies with certain ratings.

Dansai. 0037 Dayton. 0009 Daytron. 0019 De Graaf.. 0208, 0548, 0363, 0227 Decca.. 0249, 0244, 0516, 0072, 0272, 0037 Denon. 0145 Digatron.. 0037 Dixi. 0037, 0009 Dual.. 0544, 0519, 0336 Dual Tec.. 0217 Dumont. 0070, 0019, 0087 ECE.. 0037 Elbe.. 0259 Electroband. 0000, 0185 Electrohome.. 0381 Elin. 0037, 0548 Elite.. 0320, 0218
Elta. 0009 Emerson.. 0178, 0171, 0185, 0361, 1911, 0038, 1944, 0179, 0282, 1909, 0019, 1929, 0087, 0280, 1905, 1928, 0039, 0177 Erres.. 0037, 0012 Ether.. 0003, 0009 Etron.. 0009 Europhon. 0516 Expert.. 0206 Ferguson.. 0109, 0238, 0343, 0073, 0193, 0335, 0037, 0190, 0324, 0560 Fidelity. 0544, 0216, 0432, 0193, 0363, 0361 Finlandia.. 0359, 0346, 0208, 0363 Finlux.. 0070, 0104, 0346, 0037, 0087, 0179, 0516, 0072, 0105, 0411 Firstar.. 0033, 0009 Firstline. 0217, 0321, 0216, 0294, 0009, 0247, 0668 Fisher.. 0159, 0303, 0555, 0104, 0217, 0544, 0208, 0370 Flint.. 0455 Forgestone. 0193 Formenti.. 0087, 0037, 0552, 0320 Fortress. 0093
Frontech.. 0264, 0448, 0247, 0414, 0163, 0363 Fujitsu. 0206, 0186, 0179, 0683, 0072 Funai.. 0171, 0179, 0303, 0294, 0264, 1904 GBC.. 0552 GE. 0451, 0178, 0560, 1919, 0021, 0135, 1917, 0055, 0282, 1907, 1922, 0027 GEC.. 0043, 0217, 0037, 0205, 0072, 0516 Geloso.. 0009 General. 0186, 0590 Genexxa.. 0218, 0163 Gibralter.. 0019 Gintai.. 0354 GoldStar.. 0178, 0019, 0039, 0363, 0001, 0037, 0109, 0290, 1926, 0032, 0056, 0217, 0377 Goodmans. 0037, 0217, 0371, 0634, 0036, 0179, 0343, 0499, 1909, 0072, 0235, 0374, 1900 Gorenje. 0370 GPM.. 0218 Gradiente. 0053, 0170, 0056 Graetz. 0361, 0163 Granada.. 0037, 0146, 0217, 0359, 0072, 0208, 0351, 0516, 0045, 0201, 0339, 0363 Grandin. 0610, 0282 Grundig.. 0706, 0191, 0487, 0556, 1935, 0070, 0205, 0554, 0037, 0195, 0535, 0587 Grunpy.. 0179 Haier.. 0768 Hallmark.. 0178 Hanimex.. 1908 Hankook.. 0178, 0019, 0628, 0056 Hanseatic.. 0361, 0556, 0320, 0544, 0037, 0428 Hantarex.. 0516 Harley Davidson.. 1904, 0179, 0043 Havermy.. 0093 HCM.. 0282, 0009, 0412 Hello Kitty.. 0451 Hinari.. 0009, 0179, 0037, 0036, 0218
Hisawa.. 0400, 0282, 0455 Hinari.. 1908 Hitachi. 0178, 0145, 0019, 0563, 0036, 0196, 0730, 0043, 0225, 1904, 0105, 0349, 0151, 0381, 0016, 0165, 0548, 0032, 0186, 0719, 0039, 0217, 1225, 0056, 0306, 0363, 0009, 0163, 0481, 0027, 0179, 0578, 0038, 0198, 1037, 0044, 0227, 0109, 0356, 0157, 0441 Hua Tun.. 0009 Huanyu. 0374, 0216 Hypson. 0282, 0264, 0037 ICE. 0371, 0264, 0217 ICeS.. 0218 Imperial. 0247, 0552, 0084, 0418, 0074, 0370, 0630 Indiana.. 0037 Ingelen.. 0163 Inno Hit. 0516, 0072 Innova. 0037 Interfunk.. 0361, 0247, 0163, 0512, 0037 Intervision.. 0102, 0377, 0037, 0264, 0217 IR.. 0074 IRT. 0628 Isukai.. 0218 ITC. 0552 ITS. 0371 ITT.. 0548, 0163, 0544, 0361, 0351 Janeil.. 0046 JCB.. 0000 Jean.. 0003, 0179, 0009 Jensen.. 0815, 1933, 0817 JVC.. 0053, 0653, 0036, 0190, 0606, 1923, 0094, 0371, 0683, 0192 Kaisui.. 0009, 0218, 0217, 0216, 0282 Kamp.. 0216 Kapsch.. 0163, 0206 Karcher. 0610 Kathrein.. 0556 Kawasho.. 0216 Kaypani. 0052

Sunkai. 0355, 0321, 0294 SuperTech.. 0216 Supra.. 0056 Supre-Macy.. 0046 Supreme.. 0000 Susumu. 0218 Sylvania. 0171, 0020, 0381, 1944, 0096, 1931 Symphonic. 0171, 1904, 1913 Synco.. 0000, 0451, 0093, 0178, 0036 Sysline. 0037 T + A.. 0447 Tacico.. 0178, 0009, 0179 Tai Yi.. 0009 Tandy.. 0093, 0163, 0414, 0218, 0072, 0217, 0039 Tashiko.. 0043, 0363, 0036, 0359, 0033, 0217, 0650 Tatung. 0072, 0249, 0009, 0055, 0244, 0003, 0037, 0217, 0516, 0036 Teac.. 0706, 0712, 1904, 0037, 1932, 0412, 0544, 1437, 0009, 1913, 0282, 0455, 0698, 1037, 1909, 0264, 1949, 0418, 0668 Tec. 0247, 0217, 0552 Technema. 0320 Technics.. 0250, 0650 Technol Ace.. 0179 Techwood.. 0056, 0003 Teco.. 0093, 0178, 0264, 0036, 0218, 0653, 0009, 0280 Teknika.. 0016, 0056, 0039, 0186, 0019, 0179 Teleavia. 0343, 0205 Telefunken.. 0084, 0262, 0343, 0625, 0074, 0109, 0335, 0498, 0056, 0101, 0306, 0471 Telemeister. 0320 Teletech. 0009 Teleton.. 0186, 0349, 0036, 0217, 0206, 0363 Tensai.. 0294, 0218, 0320 Tera.. 0466 Texet.. 0216, 0218 Thomas. 1904
Thomson. 0343, 0560, 0109, 0205, 0399, 0198, 0349, 0625, 0196 Thorn.. 0499, 0535, 0037, 0084, 0192, 0361, 0512, 0035, 0074, 0190, 0343, 0505, 0072, 0104, 0193 Thorn-Ferguson. 0343 TMK.. 0178, 0177, 0056 Tomashi.. 0282 Toshiba. 0644, 1508, 1936, 0035, 0243, 0618, 0718, 1935, 0070, 0508, 0650, 1918, 1945, 0036, 0381 Tosonic. 0185 Totevision.. 0039 Towada. 0552 Transonic. 0712, 0698 Trical.. 0157
Triumph. 0516, 0243, 0177 Tuntex. 0009 Uher.. 0303, 0206, 0320 Ultra.. 0192 Ultravox.. 0102, 0351 Universal.. 0027 Universum.. 0421, 0552, 0037, 0105, 0370, 0535, 0104, 0346, 0492, 1901, 0074, 0264 Vestel.. 0037 Victor.. 0250, 0053, 0036, 0650, 0653 Videosat.. 0247 Videotechnic. 0217 Vidtech.. 0178, 0036, 0019 Viking.. 0046 Vision.. 0320
Visorex.. 0432 Voxson.. 0087, 0163 Waltham.. 0356, 0217 Wards.. 0178, 0165, 0020, 0056, 0111, 0179, 0019, 0027, 0096, 0016, 0021, 0080 Watson.. 0037, 0320 Watt Radio. 0544, 0102, 0552 Wega.. 0087, 0036 White Westinghouse. 0216, 0186, 1909, 0037, 0320 Yamaha. 0019 Yapshe.. 0250 Yoko.. 0264, 0217, 0037 Zanussi. 0363, 0206 Zenith.. 0178, 0016, 1909, 1904, 1929, 1911 Zonda.. 0003

VCR device codes

ABS.. 1972 Admiral. 0048, 0209 Adventura.. 0000 Aiko.. 0278 Aiwa.. 0037, 0000, 0352, 0348, 0687, 0307, 0479 Akai.. 0041, 0315, 0106 Akiba.. 0072 Alba.. 0209, 0072, 0278, 0352, 0315, 0293, 0020 Alienware. 1972 Ambassador. 0020 America Action. 0278 American High. 0035 Amstrad.. 0000 Anam.. 0162, 0037, 0240, 0278, 0226 Anam National. 0162, 0454, 0226, 1562 Anitech. 0072 ASA.. 0037, 0081 Asha.. 0240 Asuka. 0037 Audiovox. 0037, 0278 Baird.. 0000, 0104, 0041 Bang & Olufsen. 0499