Check for region number compatibility
For any DVD player and DVD disc to be compatible, their region numbers must match. These numbers are assigned according to where the player and disc are sold. Check the region number on the bottom of the media center included with your system. Then be sure to choose only DVD discs that show the same region number on the disc label or packaging. For example, a Region 1 DVD and corresponding player should display the mark shown on the right.

Glossary of audio terms

Aspect ratio The shape of the rectangular picture in a TV set expressed as the width of the picture relative to the height. For example, if a TV picture has an aspect ratio of 4:3 (read as 4 by 3), the shape of that picture is 4 units wide by 3 units high. The two standard TV aspect ratios are 4:3 and 16:9. Chapter A main division of contents in a DVD title. Component video A video signal split into three parts: luminance and two color signals (marked as YPbPr). It provides the highest resolution video, but cannot be processed by all television sets. Composite video A video signal in which the brightness (black and white) and color information are combined. Compatible with most televisions and other video components, composite video cables use RCA jacks. Dolby Digital A perceptual coding system for audio, developed by Dolby Laboratories and accepted as an international standard. Dolby Digital is the most common means of encoding multi-channel audio. The logo representing Dolby Digital.

Introduction

DTS An abbreviation for Digital Theater Systems, a type of multi-channel surround sound format used on certain CDs and many DVDs.
The logo representing Digital Theater Systems. DVD An abbreviation most commonly known to mean Digital Video Disc or Digital Versatile Disc. The audio/video/data storage system is based on 12-cm optical discs. 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. IR An abbreviation for infrared. Pertains to the type of remote that sends/receives commands on an infrared light beam. Letterbox A video format which has an aspect ratio wider than 4:3 and is shown with black bars above and below the TV picture. MP3 MPEG-1 Layer III audio. This is a compressed audio format that allows the recording of many hours of music on a single CD. NTSC An abbreviation for National Television System Committee and a label for the video format standard established by the committee for televisions used in the US and other countries. PAL An acronym for the Phase Alternate Line video format used extensively in Western Europe. Pan & Scan The technique of reframing a picture to conform to a different aspect ratio by cropping parts of the picture. DVD video players can use the horizontal offset encoded with the video on certain DVDs to automatically pan and scan widescreen video to a 4:3 ratio. PCM An abbreviation for Pulse Code Modulation. A common form of digital audio signal. Progressive Scan A video format which displays all lines of the picture frame in a single pass, and refreshes the image sixty times a second. This format is not compatible with all video displays. RDS A system that displays radio broadcast station and programming information. This feature is available on European systems only. SACD An abbreviation for Super Audio Compact Disc and a music format for CD audio and high-resolution digital audio stored on a CD-sized disc. The new Bose LIFESTYLE systems (with which this guide is included) play the CD-compatible portion of such discs, identified by the CD disc logo on the front of the disc. SCMS A system for preventing second-generation digital copies of copyrighted audio material. A digital recorder equipped with SCMS will record digitally from another source, but that recording cannot then be used as a source for a second-generation recording. S-video Also called Y/C. A video signal that keeps the brightness and color information separate, and is significantly better than composite video. Requires the use of an S-video cable and is compatible with many televisions and other video components. Videostage 5 Bose proprietary Videostage 5 decoding circuitry gives you a five-channel surround sound experience from everything you listen to VHS tapes, stereo CDs, even mono TV programs. YPbPr An analog video signal containing one luminance and two chrominance components. Also referred to as YUV or Y, B-Y, R-Y or a component connection.

Capabilities and Controls The remote control
The advanced radio-frequency remote control provided with the LIFESTYLE system works from almost anywhere inside your home. Simply press any button. There is no need to aim the remote at the media center.

Power and mute

Turns the system on and off. Selects the source last used. Mutes the volume for all connected speakers (main and in other rooms). Mutes or unmutes the volume in the current room.
Source and input selection
Turns the system on and selects the built-in disc player as source. Turns the system on and selects the built-in FM/AM radio tuner set to the station last selected. Switches between FM and AM when the radio is on. Turns the system on and selects an AUX source connected to the media center. Turns the system on and selects the TV connected to the media center as source. When the remote has been set to do so*, turns the TV on and off. When the remote has been set to do so, scrolls the TV inputs to select one. The input that connects to the media center is one choice. Turns the system on and selects a cable box or satellite receiver connected to the media center. When the remote has been set to do so*, turns your cable or satellite box on and off. Turns your system on and selects the VCR connected to the media center as the sound source. When the remote has been set to do so*, turns your VCR on and off.
*You can choose to set the LIFESTYLE remote to control your TV, cable or satellite box, or VCR so it will turn those devices on or off. To do that, refer to Using your LIFESTYLE remote with other components on page 18. Until then, however, simply turn on the TV or component using its power button or remote control. 7
Capabilities and Controls
Menu and program selection English
Enters or exits the Settings menu for the current source. Enters or exits the System menu. Enters or exits the menu of the DVD disc that is currently loaded. Enters the main menu of a cable or satellite box. Displays an electronic TV listings guide (if the TV, cable, or satellite provides that option). Exits the Settings and System menus. Exits electronic TV listings.

Loading and playing a DVD
The symbols below represent buttons on the LIFESTYLE remote control unless otherwise indicated. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Turn on your television. Press to select the DVD player. If the system is off, this will also turn it on.
Lift up the media center front door and press Insert a DVD into the tray (label side up). Press Press

on its control panel.

again to close the disc tray. to begin play.
You may need to press the play button more than once. Most DVD videos present on-screen selections before the movie begins. Note: Not all DVDs offer the same features. For example, you can choose to display subtitles while watching a movie only if that disc provides subtitle information.

Control options English

If you want to: Pause a DVD movie Resume play Stop a DVD movie Do this: Press Press. again or.
Press once. Then press to continue playing from where the movie stopped. Or, press twice to stop and reset. Then press to restart at the beginning of the DVD. Press up.

Skip to the next chapter

Skip to the previous chapter

down twice.

Repeat a chapter
while the chapter you want to repeat plays.
Search backward or forward Press and hold
Note: For information on the quick adjustments you can make to DVD settings refer to DVD setting options on page 27. Instructions on how to enter the menu to make those changes are available in How to see your options on page 24.

Using parental controls

The parental control feature of your LIFESTYLE system allows you to restrict access to DVD movies with ratings you find inappropriate for members of your family. Before you can use this feature, you choose a password and a level of restriction in the System menu. To learn more about parental controls refer to on page 34. Note: Refer to Troubleshooting if you have trouble with a password.

Loading and playing a CD

The symbols below represent buttons on the LIFESTYLE remote control unless otherwise indicated. Press to select the CD player and begin playing the CD loaded in the disc tray. This also turns the system on if it is off. To load a disc: 1. 2. 3. Lift up the media center front door and press Insert the audio CD into the tray.
to close the disc tray. Play begins automatically.
If you want to: Pause a CD Resume play of paused CD Stop a CD Clear continuously scrolling track information (for an MP3-CD) from the media center display. Go to next track Do this: Press Press. or. to restart at the beginning until the display changes. Press and hold again to restore the scrolling display of text.
Press. Press of the CD. Press and hold
Go to beginning of current track
After track has played for several seconds, press down.

Go to a previous track

down: once if no music is playing twice if the music has begun.

Preview of Remote features in the System menu
Press the TV button to select the TV source. Press the System button. The System menu will appear on the TV screen (Figure 4). Move across the categories to Remote Control to preview these menu options. Press the Down arrow or Enter to move into that menu.
Remote Control IR Control: TV Tuner: TV Brand: TV Device Code: VCR Brand:

Select your TV brand.

navigate

select

Controlling External Sources
5. Identify the TV brand: From the Remote Control options in the System menu, select TV Brand (Figure 5). Move right into the list of brands and up or down to locate the brand for your TV. Press Enter to select that brand. Figure 5

TV brand selection

Remote Control IR Control: TV Tuner: TV Brand: TV Device Code: VCR Brand: Philex Philharmonic Philips Phoenix Phonola
Choose the device code: In the menu options on the left, select TV Device Code. Move right to select the first code. Press the TV On/Off button on your LIFESTYLE remote. Press that button again. If the TV turns off and on again, you have chosen the right code. If the TV does not turn off, select another code, and press the TV On/Off button two more times.* When you have chosen the right code, press the Enter button. To have the TV come on automatically, whenever you press a video source button, follow Step 7 on page 20. To skip this step, press System or Exit to leave the System menu.
*Some manufacturers use a number of similar device codes. After selecting one, you may find you can turn your TV on and off, but are unable to change channels or select Play or Pause. In that case, select a different device code that provides more control. 19
7. Set the TV to turn on automatically*, as needed: Move up to the System menu categories and over to Video (Figure 6). From the Video options, select TV Power. Move right into the list of choices and up or down to select one of the two below: -Automatic (for TV models that do not use a European style SCART connector) -Euro Connector (for TV models that use a SCART connector) Press the Enter button. Figure 6

If you have a component connected to the AUX input on your media center, you can set your LIFESTYLE remote to control it, although on and off control is not an option. If you do not have a component connected to AUX, you can still control another device by selecting it from the list of AUX device choices: Changer, Satellite, Cable, DVR, TV or VCR. To exercise this control, you must press the AUX source button first. Note: For general guidelines on using the LIFESTYLE System menu, refer to Using System Menus on page 29.
*Some manufacturers use a number of similar device codes. After selecting one, you may find you can turn your VCR or DVR on and off, but are unable to change channels or select Play or Pause. In that case, select a different device code that provides more control. 22
Follow the process below: Turn on your component. Turn on the TV and be sure to select the Video input on the TV for the media center. Then using the LIFESTYLE remote control, press the AUX source button and continue: 1. Identify the device: From the Remote Control options in the System menu, select AUX Device. Move to the right and up or down in the list to select a component by pressing Enter. 2. Identify the brand: In the menu options on the left, select AUX Brand. Move to the right and up or down in the alphabetical list to locate your brand. Press Enter to select that brand. 3. Select the device code: From the menu options on the left, select AUX Device Code. Move right to select the first code. Press the Play or Channel/Track up button on the LIFESTYLE remote control. If the component responds, press other buttons to make sure important functions on the component also work. If the component does not respond, select a different code and try again. When you have chosen the best code for your component, press the Enter button. Press the System or Exit button to leave the System menu.
Designating one video tuner
If the LIFESTYLE remote controls several video components, you can choose one of them as the primary channel selector. This gets your channel tuning commands to your cable box, even when TV or VCR is selected. You dont need to switch to CBL/SAT to change channels. Note: For general guidelines on using the LIFESTYLE System menu, refer to Making system adjustments on page 29. Make this selection from the Remote Control options in the System menu. In the TV Tuner list, select one of your components. Then press the System or Exit button to leave the menu. Figure 7

Designating the TV as video tuner Remote Control
IR Control: TV Tuner: TV Brand: TV Device Code: VCR Brand:

TV VCR CBL/SAT

Choose the one you want to control.
Changing Source Settings Making adjustments to a particular source
While watching a video or listening to music on your system, you can make quick adjustments that will increase your enjoyment of the program. For example, you may want to hear more or fewer of the system speakers playing, or boost the center channel volume slightly. For this purpose, each source you use with this system has its own Settings menu, with features appropriate to that source. With a little experience, moving about and selecting options in the Settings menu for each source becomes second nature. Just try it and see.

How to see your options

To see the settings, you must first select the source. Then, on the LIFESTYLE remote control, press the Settings button to enter the menu. You can view the Settings menu for each source on your TV screen or, for audio sources only, on the display panel of your media center. If your source is the FM radio tuner, the setting options appear on the media center display (Figure 8). The choices scroll into view as you press the down button on the remote. Figure 8
Settings menu as it appears on the media center display
S U R R O U N D C E N T E R C H A N N E L : + 4
To see the Settings menu on the TV screen as well, turn on the TV and select the TV input for the media center. If the list of elements in a menu is longer than can be seen, a small down or up arrow indicates where to move to see the others.

Figure 9

Settings menu as it appears on the TV screen, with identifying tags
Title bar Source Menu Items Featuresof this source or AM Item name Feature defined

Setting - Option chosen

Center Channel
Navigation cue Which buttons to use
To soften the center-channel presentation, choose a lower setting. To focus it, choose a higher setting.
Description What to do or expect
Note: When the Settings menu appears on the TV screen, any change you make to settings will be visible there, as well as on the media center display.

Changing Source Settings

How to change the settings
In the Settings menu on the media center display or on the TV screen, move around and make changes by using the selection buttons shown. On the display or the screen, the same actions apply: Press the left, right, up or down arrows to get to the option you want. Press Enter or the left arrow to confirm your selection and move back to the features column. Repeat those steps for each change you want to make. Press the Exit button on the remote control to leave the Settings menu. The progression below shows how to change the number of speakers used in FM (Figure 10). A. The FM Settings menu appears on the TV screen with 5 speakers as the default setting. B. Arrow buttons move right and up or down to change the number of speakers playing. C. Enter or left arrows confirm the new setting and move back to the list of tuner attributes. Figure 10

5 Determines the number of speakers playing. 2, Establishes relative surround sound volume. -5 to +Establishes relative center speaker volume. -5 to +5 On Adjusts bass-to-treble relationship for proper Off movie soundtrack reproduction. On Adjusts volume to maintain dialogue intelligibilOff ity. Keeps some sounds from overwhelming others. On Engages Videostage 5 mono decoding circuitry Off to process mono programs (one-channel audio) into 5-speaker sound. 0:00 Displays elapsed time. _:__ Advances or reverses the film to the new time. Advances or reverses the film to another section _ of __ of the DVD, according to the number set. Advances or reverses the film to a new scene, ___ according to the number set. DTS Plays audio tracks in the format specified. Dolby Digital English Determines the language used for DVD subtitles Other (of the languages available on that disc). 1 of __ Determines the angle used for a movie scene (of the camera angles available on the disc). Repeats a segment of the DVD after the start A, B and end points are defined. To begin: 1. Move backward or forward to the point in the DVD where you want the segment to start. 2. 3. 4. Press Enter. Move to the point where you want it to end. Press Enter.
Repeats until you press the Exit or Settings button. Sleep Timer Off Sets system to turn off when the selected time 10-90 elapses.
Changing Source Settings TV setting options (for VCR, CBL-SAT, and AUX)
The settings below affect programs on the TV, even when the source of the program is VCR, CBL/SAT or AUX. There are no separate settings menus for these sources. Four attributes (shown in italic type below) appear in the TV menu only if you have set Audio
Processing to User Adjustable in the Video options of the System menu.
Features 2,3,5 speakers Surround Center Channel Movie EQ Range Compression

Default Setting; Options

Effect of this Setting
5 Controls the number of speakers playing. 2, Soften or Focus the surround (rear) speakers. -5 to +Soften or Focus the center speaker. -5 to +5 On Adjusts bass-to-treble relationship for proper Off movie soundtrack reproduction. On Adjusts volume by frequency band to moderOff ate the difference between dialogue and special effects. Keeps some sounds from overwhelming others. On Engages Videostage 5 mono decoding Off circuitry, which processes mono audio (onechannel) programs into five-speaker sound. 1 Plays audio content of selected soundtrack(s). 2, Both The content of the second soundtrack may be a second language, for example. Off Sets system to turn off when the selected time 10-90 elapses.

Active Display Item Bass Compensation
0 Normal low-frequency reproduction. -14 to +14 Decreased (-) or increased (+) low-frequency reproduction. (-9 to +6) Range available following ADAPTiQ system calibration. 0 Normal high-frequency reproduction. -14 to +14 Decreased (-) or increased (+) high-frequency reproduction. (-9 to +6) Range available following ADAPTiQ system calibration. Automatic Standard Bose processing applied. User Adjustable Processing options available in Source Settings menus. Normal Standard signal level (loudness). -6, -3, +3, +6 Decreases or increases signal level (adjustable to match the levels of other components). Note: You may want to adjust the inputs of external components so they match the systems internal FM and CD levels.

Treble Compensation

Audio Processing (Movie EQ, Range Compression, Mono Decoding) TV Analog Input Level TV Digital Input Level VCR Analog Input Level VCR Digital Input Level CBL/SAT Analog Input Level CBL/SAT Digital Input Level AUX Analog Input Level AUX Digital Input Level

Using System Menus

Active Display Item ADAPTiQ Default Settings; Options Effect of this Setting
Off* No ADAPTiQ audio calibration performed. On Uses ADAPTiQ system adjustments established using Disc 2. Erase Eliminates the ADAPTiQ system adjustments* when this selection is followed, within 5 seconds, by a press of the Erase button on the media center controls. Bose link Communicates only with Bose link networked products. Legacy Communicates only with older Bose products.
Expansion protocol Change this only if instructed in the owners guide supplied with your Bose link remote control.
*The Off option for ADAPTiQ system is not a reversible selection. To restore the ADAPTiQ system adjustments requires re-use of the Setup Disc 2 and the ADAPTiQ headset supplied with the system. For information on this process, refer to Finishing the Installation in your LIFESTYLE Installation Guide. This advanced feature of the LIFESTYLE system makes adjustments to the audio processing to compensate for the furnishings, speaker placement, and listening positions to provide the most ideal sound in your room.

AUX Brand AUX Device Code
Using System Menus DVD Lock options
Press the System button on the LIFESTYLE remote control. Move right to see a preview of DVD Lock choices. Press the Enter button to move into an active display of submenus. Figure 16

DVD Lock Menu

DVD Lock Select Remote Control to adjust these system options
Create/Change Password Confirm Password Lock Unrated Discs Lock Discs Rated Above
Active Display Item Change Password Create Password (appears only if no password has been set) Confirm Password Lock Unrated Discs Lock Discs Rated Above
_ _ _ _ Establishes a new four-number code to restrict access to movies with certain ratings. _ _ _ _ Establishes a four-number code to restrict access to movies with certain ratings. _ _ _ _ Re-enter the four-number password. Off No restriction applies to unrated DVD movies. On Restricts viewing access to unrated titles when password is set. 1 to 8 Prevents viewing of discs above the selected number when a password is created.
Applying parental control
The parental control feature of the LIFESTYLE system lets you 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. Your password will prevent unauthorized viewing of DVD videos that have a higher rating than your restriction level. There are 8 levels to choose from, matched to movie ratings set by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA), as shown in the table on page 36.
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
For example, by choosing a Parental Control Setting of 4, you restrict access to videos rated above PG-13. Videos with ratings above that may be viewed only after entering the password. Your password also prevents others from changing the parental control setting without permission. To set the restriction level and passwords With the TV turned on, select the proper TV video input for the media center. Press the System button on the LIFESTYLE remote control. When the System menu appears on the TV screen: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Move right to DVD Lock for a preview of the selections (Figure 16 on page 35). Press the Down arrow or Enter button to move into an active display of submenus, which looks different from the preview screen. Use the number buttons on your LIFESTYLE remote to enter four digits into the password blanks. Press Enter to register your choice. Enter the same four digits in the new blanks and press Enter to register them. Select Lock Discs Rated Above. Move right and up or down to select the restriction level you want. Press Enter or the left arrow to confirm your selection and move out of the selection list.

Reference Remote control maintenance
Changing the batteries as needed is the only regular maintenance required. However, the switches inside the remote battery case may be changed, as needed. Additional remotes for use in other rooms may need their switches changed, too. For that, refer to Bose link remote switch settings on page 39.
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. 2. 3. Figure 17
Installing the remote control batteries AAA batteries (4)

+ + + +

Slide open the battery compartment on the back of the remote (Figure 17). 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. Slide the battery compartment cover back into place.
Battery compartment Battery compartment cover
Changing house code 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 steps that follow. Using the remote control: 1. 2. Open the remote control battery cover and locate the miniature switches (Figure 18 on page 38). Move one or more of switches 1, 2, 3, or 4 in the opposite direction from its current setting. Use a paper clip, ball point 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.

Reference

Using the media center: 1. 2. Lift the media center door and press the All Off button. Press and hold the Store button. Your current house code will appear in the media center display window in the form of four rectangles, which represent the positions of switches 1 through 4: HOUSE CODE:
Switches 1 - 4 down = (current house code)
While holding the Store 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 = (new house code)
Release the Store button. The system remains off. 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 4-8.

Note: To verify your systems house code, press Store while the system is off. The display confirms the settings of switches 1-4. Figure 18
Miniature house code switches on the Main room (A) remote Switches (1-4) As set at the factory: all switches down.

Other switches

Switch 5 determines what stream or program you hear. For more information on streams, refer to Setting up a second room with sound below. Switches 6-9 represent the room where the remote will be used. In the main room, the remote is set as Room A with all switches down.
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.
Setting up a second room with sound
Your LIFESTYLE DVD home entertainment system can direct sound to more than one room at the same time. Whats more, it can even direct sound from two different sound sources (such as CD, AM/FM tuner, TAPE, or AUX) to these rooms through two independent streams. In other rooms with speakers (beyond the main room where the media center is located), you can choose either of these streams from different sources, for true independence. If the system is on in the main room, listeners in other rooms can enjoy the same program playing there or an entirely different program. Capable of supplying up to 14 addiitonal rooms with Bose sound, one LIFESTYLE system can fill your entire living space with music.
Bose link: the key to assured compatibility
One option is using a Bose product you already own, if you want the sound in just one additional room. As a second option that can provide sound throughout your home (or even outside!), the Bose link network connects all the pieces and offers a variety of Bose products of consistent quality for use in the other rooms. These include smaller Bose systems, powered and unpowered speakers and amplifiers, plus the proper cables and adapters to complete your sound network. And by purchasing a Bose link remote control for each additional room, managing your whole-house music system becomes quick and easy. Inside these remotes, one small switch allows you to predetermine which rooms, as a group, will share the main room program stream and which other room or group of rooms will hear the alternate stream. For more versatility, you may prefer using a PERSONAL music center II remote control in your other rooms. Besides providing the ability to switch between program streams without setting switches, this advanced remote provides an LCD screen that shows you what is playing on both steams. So it is very easy to choose one or the other whenever you like. Regardless of which type you choose, with any Bose link remote control you also get detailed instructions on using the network. And a Bose link symbol on the cartons (for the products mentioned above) helps simplify your selections. For more information on your choices, or to purchase additional equipment, contact your local Bose dealer. Or, to reach Bose directly, refer to the address list included with the system.

No sound

No sound from center speaker Too much sound from center speaker No sound from surround speakers
Surround speakers are too loud
Remote control behaves erratically or it does not work
System turns on by itself, or behaves erratically
Problem What to do Make sure antennas are connected properly. Move AM antenna at least 20 inches (50 cm) from the media center. Adjust antenna position to improve reception. Make sure the AM antenna is in an upright position. Move antennas farther from media center, TV, or other electronic equipment. Select another station. You may be in an area of weak signal coverage for some stations. After pressing the CD/DVD button, wait a few seconds before pressing Play. Make sure the disc is properly inserted (label side up). Eject the disc and try loading it again. The CD may be dirty. See Cleaning discs on page 40. Try another CD. The CD may be defective or not compatible. See Types of discs you can play on page 5. Adjust antenna position to reduce interference. Weak FM stations will produce static in the surround speakers. Select the 2-speaker mode in the Settings menu to minimize noise. See Tuner setting options (FM or AM radio) on page 26. 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. Check the connections. Make sure that component is turned on. Refer to the component owners manual. Make sure correct codes are set. See For TV control on page 18. Make sure that the front of the media center is not obstructed. The IR emitter that sends commands to your external components is below the disc tray. 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 Connecting the optional IR emitter cable in your LIFESTYLE system Installation Guide. 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 choosing TV Power Status under Video in the System menu. Use the media center to check the Video Format and Progressive Scan settings, following instructions in Activating component or progressive scan connections on page 11. - Video Format should be set to NTSC (U.S. standard) or PAL (European standard). - Make sure the Progressive Scan setting is Off, unless you have used a component video connection and progressive scan is a feature of the TV. Enter the numbers 2673 as temporary password to access the parental controls. Then create a new password.

Radio does not work

The disc does not play
FM sound is distorted FM sound is noisy in surround mode Sound is distorted No sound from TV, CD/DVD, VCR, or AUX LIFESTYLE remote does not control your TV, VCR, cable/satellite box, 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 You forgot your password
Contacting customer service
For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose customer service. See the address and phone number list included with your system.

Reference Accessories

For information on speaker mounting brackets and stands, additional remote controls, and connecting additional Bose powered loudspeakers, contact your Bose dealer or call Bose customer service. See the address and phone number list included with your system.

Technical information

Media center power pack power rating USA/Canada: 120V 0.55A 50/60Hz 33VDC International: 220-240V Dual voltage: 115/230V 0.30A 50/60Hz 33VDC 0.55A 50/60Hz 33VDC 1.1A 1.1A 1.1A
Speaker system power rating USA/Canada: 100-120V 50/60Hz 350W International: 220-240V Media center inputs AUX: 2Vrms, maximum CBL-SAT: 2Vrms, maximum VCR: 2Vrms, maximum TV: 2Vrms, maximum DIGITAL: SPDIF (1 each for TV, VCR, TAPE, and AUX) COMPOSITE VIDEO: NTSC or PAL format 1Vp-p with sync 75 S-VIDEO: Luminance 1Vp-p Chrominance 0.3Vp-p COMPONENT VIDEO: NTSC or PAL 1Vp-p with sync on Y OPTICAL INPUT: SPDIF digital, mapped to input FM ANTENNA: 75 AM ANTENNA: 12H TV SENSOR: Scan frequency sensing Media center outputs SPEAKER ZONES 1 and 2: Variable audio, user selectable AUDIO OUT L and R, fixed audio, 2 Vrms maximum DIGITAL AUDIO OUT: SPDIF OPTICAL OUTPUT: SPDIF, 15 to 21 dbm COMPOSITE VIDEO: NTSC or PAL 1Vp-p with sync 75 S-VIDEO: Luminance 1Vp-p Chrominance 0.3Vp-p COMPONENT VIDEO: NTSC or PAL 1Vp-p with sync on Y Media center dimensions 15.8"W x 11.0"D x 3.5"H (40.1 cm x 27.9 cm x 8.9 cm) Media center weight 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) Media center finish Aluminum Remote control range 65 ft (20 m) 50/60Hz 350W 50/60Hz 350W Dual voltage: 100-120/220-240V

Media center serial number: _____________________
Acoustimass module serial number:___________________ Purchase date: ____________
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Contents Where to find

Introduction. Before you begin. Special indicator used in this book. Unpacking. System Installation. Cables and accessories. Placing your speakers. Left and right front speaker placement. Center speaker placement. Surround speaker placement. Acoustimass module placement. Placing your media center. Connecting the speakers to the Acoustimass module. Connecting the plug-in cable to Jewel Cube speakers. Making the two-wire connections for cube or cube array speakers. Connecting the Acoustimass module to the media center. Connecting the antennas. Connecting the FM antenna. Connecting the AM antenna. Connecting to a cable radio provider. Connecting your TV to the system. Making the audio connection. Making a video connection. Selecting the proper TV video input. Turning off the speakers in your TV. Connecting the system to power. Installing the remote control batteries. Finishing the basic installation. Installing the TV on/off sensor. Reference. Using alternate video connections. Connecting your VCR to the system. Connecting your cable/satellite box to the system. Using Component video connections. Connecting a game console. Connecting other components. Connecting record/playback equipment. Connecting other playback equipment. Using digital audio connections. Other jacks on the media center panel. Connecting an optional antenna extender. Connecting the optional IR emitter cable. Data port for system backups. Serial data jack. Expanding your system to other rooms. How to decide what to add. How you make it all work together. Accessories. Limited warranty. Contacting customer service. Technical information. 34

Safety Information.

Introduction Before you begin

English

Thank you for your purchase of a Bose LIFESTYLE DVD home entertainment system. It will serve as the center of your home theater, providing superior audio performance for music and movies. There are four different systems, the LIFESTYLE 18 Series II, LIFESTYLE 28 Series II, LIFESTYLE 38, and the LIFESTYLE 48 systems. All include multiple room connections, most include the AdaptiQ audio calibration system, and the LIFESTYLE 38, and LIFESTYLE 48 systems have the uMusic intelligent playback system. This book shows you: The components included with your system and how to set the system up. The pictures on the next two pages will help you become familiar with each part of your system. First you will set up the audio portion of the system. You will find the best locations for your media center, cube speakers, and Acoustimass module. You will identify and connect the cables that are specific to each part of the system, the AM and FM antennas, and the power cords. How to make a basic connection between your LIFESTYLE system and your television, which will allow you to see the on-screen menus. Your Operating Guide offers information on other aspects of the use of your system. How to power up the system and optimize its sound for the component placement you have selected in your room. How to connect other pieces of equipment, such as VCRs, cable or satellite boxes, DVD changers, game consoles, and recording equipment, to make an even more versatile home theater system. The instructions in this section help you connect your system in your main room. However, if you wish to extend your systems sound to other rooms, read the special considerations in Expanding your system to other rooms on page 32 before you make any connections.
Special indicator used in this book
A box with dotted lines identifies parts which vary with different systems or in different countries.

Unpacking

After unpacking your new system, save all packing materials; they may be useful as a safe way to transport your system. If any part of your system is missing or appears damaged, contact your authorized Bose dealer immediately, or contact Bose directly. Refer to the Bose address list included in the carton. The drawings on these pages show the components of several LIFESTYLE DVD entertainment systems. Your system will have one of the three types of cube speakers shown.

System Installation

Figure 1
Components of the LIFESTYLE DVD systems
Media center power supply Media center Rubber foot for Jewel Cube speaker
Your system will have five of one type of cube speaker:
or Single cube speaker (LIFESTYLE 18 Series II system)
Cube speaker array (LIFESTYLE 28 Series II & LIFESTYLE 38 systems) Remote controls
On Off Mute All Mute On Off Mute All Mute

Put any side of the Acoustimass module on the floor. DO NOT stand it on either end (Figure 6).

Figure 6

Right and wrong placements for the Acoustimass module
BEST For best ventilation, stand it on the narrow side with the connectors facing the floor.
DO NOT 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.
ALTERNATE Or, place it on one of the two broad sides.

Ventilation openings

Once you have selected a position for the module, place the four self-adhesive rubber feet near the corners of the bottom surface. The rubber feet provide increased stability and protection from scratches. CAUTION: The magnetic field from the Acoustimass module is not a short-term risk to your video tapes, audio tapes, and other magnetic media. However, you should not store tapes directly on or near the Acoustimass module.
Placing your media center
Note: If the serial number on the bottom of the media center is not already printed on your Product Registration card, now is a good time to record it there and in the space provided on page 3 of this guide. Note: Sending in the product registration card, included with your system, is very important if you want to receive software updates. Be sure to fill out the card and mail it to Bose. Select a location for the media center, keeping in mind the following guidelines: Do not block the front of the media center. Allow enough room to lift up the front cover and open the CD/DVD tray. Also, be sure you have a clear view of the display window on the front of the media center (Figure 7). Place the media center close enough to other sound sources (TV and VCR) to allow for easy cable connections. If you need additional audio or video cables to connect your components, see your dealer or call Bose customer service. Refer to the Bose address list included with your system. Place the media center within 30 feet (9.1 m) of the Acoustimass module (the length of the audio input cable). Note: For convenience, until your system is completely installed, you may wish to place the media center where you have easy access to its rear connection panel.

Figure 7

Front features of the media center Front door Make sure you have enough room to lift this door. Display window Make sure you can see this information while using your system.
Disc tray Make sure nothing blocks this CD/DVD tray as it slides open.

The IR Emitter, which enables certain remote control operation, is located here.
Connecting the speakers to the Acoustimass module
CAUTION: Before you make any connections, be sure that the media center, the Acoustimass module, and any additional equipment are not connected to AC power. Your system may have Jewel Cube speakers (image A on the left), which use a plug-in cable connect, or cube array or single cube speakers (images B and C respectively,) which use a two-wire cable. LIFESTYLE DVD systems include five speakers.
Connecting the plug-in cable to Jewel Cube speakers
Note: If your system has cube or cube array speakers, follow the instructions in Making the two-wire connections for cube or cube array speakers on page 13. The positive and negative wires of the plug-in cable are properly oriented for polarity and the plug is designed to fit only one way into the jack. 1. Match the correct cable to the corresponding speaker location: Front speaker cables have blue RCA connectors on one end and speaker plugs at the other end with L (left), R (right), or C (center) markings. Surround speaker cables have orange RCA connectors at one end and speaker plugs at the other end with L (left) or R (right) markings.
2. Insert the speaker plug of each cable fully into the jack on the rear of one of the five speakers. The raised part on the plug slips into a notch at the top of the jack.

Figure 8

Making the plug-in cable connection
Connect the RCA connector at the other end of each cable to the corresponding jack on the Acoustimass module (Figure 10 on page 14). Blue connectors go into the matching left front, center, and right front jacks. Orange connectors go into the matching left surround and right surround jacks.
Making the two-wire connections for cube or cube array speakers
Note: The surround speaker cables are joined together for your convenience, providing an easy-to-use cable for connecting the surround speakers. To run the cables in different directions from the Acoustimass module, simply pull apart the cables as needed. Note: To lengthen the speaker cables, use heavy-duty RCA extension cables, or splice in 18gauge or thicker cord (connecting + to + and to ). To purchase extension cables, see your dealer or electronics store, or call Bose customer service. Refer to the Bose address list included with your system. In Figure 9, the wire marked with a red collar is positive (+) and the plain one is negative (). These wires match the positive (red) and negative (black) terminals on the back of each speaker. 1. Match the correct cable to the corresponding speaker location. Front speaker cables have blue connectors at one end, with L (left), R (right), or C (center) molded into the connectors. A red collar on each + wire is labeled LEFT, RIGHT, or CENTER. Surround speaker cables have orange connectors at one end, with L (left) or R (right) molded into the connectors. A red collar on each + wire is labeled LEFT or RIGHT.

Composite video connection
Cable TV, Satellite, or Antenna cable Component video connections are explained later in this guide
The connection panel on your TV may look different. It may have fewer Video IN connections
This audio connection allows your TV to send sound to your LIFESTYLE system
This video connection allows you to view DVDs and see system menus

Media Center

Making a video connection English
On your Media Center, connect the Composite Video Out to a Video In connection on your TV. See Figure 13. Use a single cable with a yellow RCA connector on each end. Remember the connection you used on your TV, such as VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 3, because that is the video input you must select, using your TV remote, to see a DVD picture or LIFESTYLE system menus on your TV.
Selecting the proper TV video input
To view the DVDs and LIFESTYLE system menus on your TV, you will need to select the input which connects the media center to the TV. Until your LIFESTYLE remote control has been taught to control your TV, use the TV remote control. With the TV remote control, press the TV input button. It may be called TV/VIDEO, Source, or Input. You may have to press it more than once, depending on which numbered connection you used. Note: Refer to the Controlling External Sources section in your Operating Guide for information on how to set the LIFESTYLE remote to control the TV.
Turning off the speakers in your TV
When you listen to TV sound through your LIFESTYLE system, the speakers in your TV should be turned off or set to their lowest volume. To turn their sound off: 1. 2. 3. 4. Use the TV on-screen setting (not to be confused with the LIFESTYLE system menu or settings menu). Select Internal Speakers: Off (the wording for your TV may vary slightly). If you have a choice between Variable and Fixed, choose Fixed. Refer to your TV owners guide for more detailed instructions.
System Installation Connecting the system to power
Note: Bose recommends using a quality surge suppressor on all electronics equipment. Voltage variations and spikes can damage electronic components in any system. A quality suppressor can eliminate the vast majority of failures attributed to surges and may be purchased at electronics stores. Connect the two AC power (mains) cords in the following order: 1. 2. 3. Figure 14
Power connection for the Acoustimass module
C R R L FRONT SURROUND OUTPUTS TO CUBE SPEAKERS
Plug the small end of the Acoustimass module power cord into the AC power jack on the connector panel of the Acoustimass module (Figure 14). Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC (mains) outlet. Turn the Acoustimass module POWER switch to on.

Acoustimass module connector panel Power switch | = ON O = OFF
Note: For dual voltage units (sold in certain areas), make sure the voltage setting on the bottom of the media center power supply matches the local power rating (Figure 15). Check with local electrical authorities if you are not sure of the appropriate power rating.
POWE R 100-120/200-240V AC 50/60 Hz 350W MAX.
4. If you have not plugged the small round connector of the media center power supply cable into the DC POWER jack on the media center connection panel, do so now (Figure 15). Insert the power supply cord connector into the power supply and plug the cord into an AC (mains) outlet.

Figure 15

Power connection for the media center
Media center power supply Be sure the power supply cord is fully extended; it serves as the remote control antenna.

DC power jack

Media center connection panel
Installing the remote control batteries
Slide the battery compartment cover off of the back of the remote. Find the polarity markings (+ and ) inside the compartment and install the four batteries accordingly (Figure 16). Slide the cover back on the remote and snap it closed. Note: Do not change the settings of the factory-preset miniature switches. See your Operating Guide for information on how to prevent conflicts with other LIFESTYLE systems. Figure 16
Remote control battery installation Four (4) AAA (IEC-LR3) batteries
Battery compartment cover
Replace all four batteries when the remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced. Alkaline batteries are recommended. Your remote control will need to be taught to control external components of your home theater, including your TV. See your Operating Guide for details.
System Installation Finishing the basic installation
Your system comes with two compact discs. Figure 17
Setup discs and AdaptiQ audio calibration system Setup Disc 1 Setup Disc 2 ADAPTiQ audio calibration system
ADAPTiQ calibration headset
Setup Disc 1 provides information about your system and verifies that your speakers are connected correctly. Setup Disc 2 leads you through the ADAPTiQ audio calibration process, which tailors the sound of your LIFESTYLE system and your speaker placement to the acoustics of your listening area. The special headset, designed to be worn above your ears, enables you to take acoustic measurements during the process. Put it on only when Disc 2 indicates. Play both discs when everything is in place and you have made all of the connections. Allow approximately 20 minutes to complete the process. You may want to do it when the acoustic measurements will not disturb anyone. Note: The 220-240V LIFESTYLE 18 Series II system includes Disc 1 only. Owners of that system do not need to follow the instructions for Disc 2 below.

TV on/off sensor installed on your TV Rear of TV TV on/off sensor Mounting strip for attaching the sensor

TV sensor jack

Note: For a projection TV, the bottom rear of the enclosure is the best location for mounting the sensor. Front projectors that use a separate screen may need to be turned on and off manually.
Reference Using alternate video connections
This section shows you how to set up your home theater system to incorporate additional components, such as VCRs and Cable/Satellite boxes. It also explains different ways to make the connections. Make audio connections from components to the media center. There are three different types of audio connections: the analog (L and R) connection you are probably familiar with, and two types of digital connections, either a coaxial digital (single cable with RCA connectors at each end), or an optical connection. See Using digital audio connections on page 30. A composite and an S-Video connection or a single component connection can be made from the media center to the TV. Your choice of connection will depend on your preference and the type of jacks provided on your TV. Explanations and diagrams on the following pages show variations that you may use in your home theater setup. Connect other video devices directly to the TV. The remaining video connections go directly to the TV (assuming it has multiple connection jacks on its back panel). Composite video This is a standard video input on televisions. To make this connection, use the supplied Video cable (with yellow connectors) to go from the Composite Video OUT on the media center and to a video input jack on your TV. Be sure to note which jack you use on the TV. S-Video An S-Video input jack, provided on many TVs, delivers higher picture quality than composite video output. To make this connection, use the S-Video cable included with your system to connect the S-Video OUT jack on the media center and to the S-Video input on your TV. Component video If your want to use the systems progressive scan feature and your TV has component jacks, you will need to use one of the two Component video adapters provided with your system (Figure 20). This adapter takes three separate video signals (Y, Pr, and Pb) from the media center and makes them available on standard video jacks. The adapter uses both Video out jacks on the media center, so you can only make one component connection to the TV. Video-grade cables from these jacks are not supplied and you will need to purchase them separately. Note: For more information, or to purchase the video cables, contact your local electronics store or authorized Bose dealer. Figure 20

The Bose component video adapter Media center
S-VIDEO OUTPUT COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT

Component video adapter

Video cables
TV Component video jacks Y (Green) Pr (Red) Pb (Blue)
To make Component video connections: Plug the two-connector end of the adapter into the S-Video and Composite OUT jacks on the media center. Connect the other end of the adapter to video-grade cables. Connect the free ends of the video cable to the Y, Pb, and Pr jacks on your TV, matching the colors on the adapter appropriately. Note: You need to turn on the progressive scan feature using the display on your media center. To do this, see "Making it all work smoothly in your Operating Guide." You will also need to set your TV for progressive scan. Follow the instructions that came with the TV.
Reference Connecting your VCR to the system
The rear panel of the media center provides audio and video connections for your VCR. Note: If you have already used the video and audio cables supplied with your LIFESTYLE system, or your VCR does not provide any, you need to purchase additional cables. Contact your local electronics store or authorized Bose dealer. Most VCRs have a Composite video output, which is the type of connection explained below. Follow these steps to make the VCR connections: 1. 2. Using audio cables, connect the left (L) and right (R) audio outputs on your VCR to the L and R VCR Audio IN jacks on the media center rear panel. Using a video cable, connect the VCR (Video OUT) to the media center (Composite Video IN). Then use another cable to connect the media center (Composite Video OUT) to the TV. Cable TV, satellite, or antenna cable TV

IN OUT

Figure 21

VCR connection

The media center may also be connected to a different input on the TV using an S-Video cable.
You can use an S-Video cable to connect the media center (Video OUT) to your TV, for higher DVD picture quality. The composite connection made in Step 2 above will pass the VCR video to the TV. Remember to select the proper TV input when you change from watching video tapes to DVDs and vice versa. If your media center is connected to the TV using the Component video adapter, you cannot connect a VCR to the media center. Connect it directly to another input on the TV and select that input on the TV to watch videotapes.
Reference Connecting your cable/satellite box to the system
There are various ways to make the cable/satellite connections: 1. Connect cable/satellite L & R Audio OUT to the L & R Audio IN jacks on the media center. If the cable/satellite box has a DIGITAL Audio OUT jack, connect it to the CBL/SAT DIGITAL Audio IN jack on the media center. 2. If the cable/satellite box has an S-VIDEO OUT jack, connect it to the S-VIDEO IN jack on the media center. Use another S-VIDEO cable to connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the media center to an S-VIDEO jack on the TV. If the cable satellite box has only a composite VIDEO OUT jack, connect that to the composite VIDEO IN jack on the media center. Connect a VCR to this system as follows: 1. 2. If your cable satellite box has an additional set of Audio and VIDEO OUT jacks connect them to the corresponding Audio and VIDEO IN jacks on your VCR. Connect the VCR to the VIDEO IN jack on the media center. If that jack is unavailable, connect the VCR directly to the TV.

Figure 26

AUX input connections
Media center connector panel

AUDIO OUT

CD changer or other playback equipment
Using digital audio connections
If your TV, VCR, tape deck, or AUX component has digital audio output jacks, you may connect them to the media center. In addition to the digital connection, be sure to connect L and R stereo outputs from the component to the media center. This will provide uninterrupted audio. See Figure 27. For a digital connection, use a 75 cable with RCA connectors (such as a video cable). For an optical digital connection, insert an optical digital cable into the Optical IN on the media center rear panel. Use the Optical OUT jacks on the media center rear panel if you plan to make a digital recording from that component. Note: Before you can listen to a source through the OPTICAL input, you need to assign the OPTICAL connection to that source: TV, VCR, CBL/SAT or AUX. See your operating guide for instructions on using the system menus. Figure 27
Digital audio and other media center panel connections. Antenna extender IR emitter Serial data Optical audio connections Digital audio connections Data port
Reference Other jacks on the media center panel
English Connecting an optional antenna extender
If your remote control does not communicate with the media center, the batteries may need replacement or it may be out of transmission range. To extend the range, plug an antenna extender, which may be purchased at an authorized Bose dealer, into its connection on the media center. See Figure 27 on page 30.
Connecting the optional IR emitter cable
The IR (infrared) emitter cable is designed for optional use when a particular component does not respond to LIFESTYLE system remote control commands. That is, the component is connected to the media center, but placed where it cannot receive the IR signals from the media center. The IR emitter can be placed next to one component only. See Figure 27 on page 30. To use the emitter: 1. 2. Insert the 3.5 mm plug into the IR EMITTER jack on the media center panel. Place the flat side of the other end of the cable near the unresponsive component so that the remote control signals reach that component.
Note: Refer to Controlling external sources in your LIFESTYLE system Operating Guide for details on how to program the LIFESTYLE system remote so that it works with your other component. 3. 4. Confirm that IR signals now work to control that component. Move the emitter around, as necessary, to find the best position. Use the double-sided tape enclosed with the emitter to affix it in the proper position.
Note: If you have questions, or need to obtain a replacement emitter, contact Bose customer service. Refer to the Bose address list included with your system.

Data port for system backups
Some systems will have a data port for future use. See Figure 27.

Serial data jack

This jack is for factory and service use only.
Reference Expanding your system to other rooms
Your media center provides two audio output jacks. One sends audio to the speakers connected to the media center in the main room. The other jack, labeled BoseLink Speakers, connects other speakers in other rooms. Special Bose link cables are available for that connection. The cable allows you to take advantage of an advanced system capability. You can send separate programs from two separate sources to different rooms throughout your house.even outdoors. The Bose link network can incorporate a variety of Bose speakers and systems, using available Bose custom cables and adapters. See "Setting up a second room with sound" in your Operating Guide.
How to decide what to add
One option is using a Bose product you already own, if you want sound reproduced in just one additional room. To adapt legacy (pre-existing) Bose products for this purpose, you need to know: Powered Acoustimass 5 or Acoustimass 20 speakers require a variable RCA to DIN cable. Lifestyle stereo amplifier, Model SA-2 or SA-3, for use with passive Bose speakers, restricts to one pair the number of speakers you can add. Any Wave radio or other existing Bose stereo system requires use of a variable cable adapter. To properly connect and control additional speakers, you need: Another LIFESTYLE system remote control to adjust the volume and turn the additional set of speakers on and off. Appropriate LIFESTYLE system cables to connect the added speaker system. For further information, or to purchase compatible equipment, see your Bose authorized dealer. Or, to contact Bose directly, refer to the address list provided with the system.
How you make it all work together
Connect a Bose link speaker cable from the Bose link jack on the media center to the audio input of the additional equipment (Figure 28). Figure 28
Media center output connection for Bose link speakers
Note: You may need to change the Expansion Protocol setting for the additional speakers. Before using them, refer to instructions in your Operating Guide.
Bose link output jack Connector is marked Bose link A or Bose link B
Note: A Bose link A cable is used to connect the LIFESTYLE system to a Bose SA-2 or SA-3 amplifier. This cable is included with the amplifier. A Bose link B cable is used to connect the LIFESTYLE system to a Bose 321 Series II or Bose Wave radio/CD II.

Reference Accessories

For information on speaker mounting brackets and stands, additional remote controls, and connecting additional Bose powered loudspeakers, contact your Bose dealer, call Bose customer service, or visit www.bose.com.

Limited warranty

Your LIFESTYLE home entertainment system is covered by a transferable limited warranty. See your Product Registration card for details. Please be sure to fill out the information section on the card and mail it to Bose. Failure to do so will not affect your limited warranty.
Contacting customer service
For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose customer service. See the address and phone number list provided with your system.

Technical information

Media Center power pack power rating USA/Canada: 120V 0.55A 50/60 Hz 33VDC International: 220-240V Dual voltage: 115/230V 0.30A 50/60 Hz 33VDC 0.55A 50/60 Hz 33VDC 1.1A 1.1A 1.1A
Speaker system power rating USA/Canada: 100-120V 50/60 Hz 350W International: 220-240V Media center inputs Audio IN: AUX: 2Vrms, maximum; L, R and D (digital SPDIF) CAB-SAT: 2Vrms, maximum; L, R and D (digital SPDIF) VCR: 2Vrms, maximum; L, R and D (digital SPDIF) TV: 2Vrms, maximum; L, R and D (digital SPDIF) Video IN: Composite: NTSC or PAL 1Vp-p with sync 75 S-Video: Luminance 1Vp-p, Chrominance 0.3Vp-p Optical IN: SPDIF digital, assignable Antenna: FM 75 AM 12H TV Sensor: Scan frequency sensing Media center outputs Speakers Main and Expansion: Variable audio, user selectable Optical OUT: SPDIF, 15 to 21 dbm Audio OUT: L and R fixed audio 50/60 Hz 350W 50/60 Hz 350W Dual voltage: 100-120/220-240V
D SPDIF Video OUT: Composite: NTSC or PAL 1Vp-p with sync 75 S-Video: Luminance 1Vp-p, Chrominance 0.3Vp-p Component: (combination of Composite and S-Video) Remote control range 65 ft (20 m) Dimensions/Weights Media Center: LIFESTYLE 18 system cube speakers: LIFESTYLE 28 and 38 system cube array speakers: LIFESTYLE 48 system Jewel Cube speakers: Acoustimass module: Finish Media center: Aluminum Cube speakers: Polymer painted Acoustimass module: Vinyl veneer, Polymer 15.8"W x 11.0"D x 3.5"H (40.1 cm x 27.9 cm x 8.9 cm) 3.1"W x 4.0"D x 3.1"H (7.9 cm x 10.2 cm x 7.9 cm) 3.1"W x 4.0"D x 6.2"H (7.9 cm x 10.2 cm x 15.7 cm) 2.2"W x 3.2"D x 4.4"H (5.6 cm x 8.1 cm x 11.2 cm) 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) 1.1 lb (0.5 kg) 2.4 lb (1.1 kg)

1.0 lb (0.5 kg)

8.0"W x 24.5"D x 16.0"H 35.9 lb (16.3 kg) (20.3 cm x 62.2 cm x 40.6 cm)

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