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LIFESTYLE® DVD Home Entertainment Systems  
Installation Guide  
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Safety Information  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the system to rain or moisture.  
AVIS  
CAUTION  
RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE  
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
NE PAS OUVRIR  
AFIN DE PRÉVENIR UN CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS ENLEVER  
LE COUVERCLE ARRIÈRE. IL NE SE TROUVE À LINTÉRIEUR  
AUCUNE PIÈCE POUVANT ÊTRE RÉPARÉE PAR  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
LUSAGER. SADRESSER À UN RÉPARATEUR COMPÉTENT.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.  
These CAUTION marks are located on your LIFESTYLE® media center and Acoustimass® module enclosures:  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of  
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of  
electric shock.  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, as marked on the system, is intended to alert the user to the pres-  
ence of important operating and maintenance instructions in this owner’s guide.  
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, insert fully.  
Class 1 laser product  
CLASS 1  
LASER PRODUCT  
LASER PRODUKT  
LASER LAITE  
The DVD player contained within the media center is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PROD-  
UCT according to EN 60825-1:1994 + A11. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located  
on the bottom of the media center.  
KLASSE 1  
LUOKAN  
KLASS  
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LASER APPARAT  
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than  
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. The compact disc 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.  
Batteries  
Please dispose of used batteries properly, following any local regulations. Do not incinerate.  
Additional safety information  
See the additional instructions on the Important Safety Information sheet enclosed in the shipping carton.  
Please read this owner’s guide  
Please take the time to follow this owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly, and enjoy all  
of its advanced features. Save your owner’s guide for future reference.  
CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.  
For your records  
Serial numbers are located on the bottom of the media center and the bottom panel of the Acoustimass module.  
Media center serial number: _____________________  
Acoustimass module serial number: __________________  
Dealer name: ___________________________ Dealer phone: ___________________ Purchase date:____________  
Bose® recommends that you keep your sales slip and warranty card together with this guide.  
©2002 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or otherwise used without prior written permission.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential  
Unpublished Works. ©1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.  
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.  
MPEG Layer-3 audio compression technology licensed by Fraunhofer IIS and THOMSON multimedia.  
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual prop-  
erty rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Mac-  
rovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.  
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.  
This product incorporates copyright protected technology and other intellectual property rights owned by Cirrus Logic, Inc. and is subject to the  
copyright protection of the U.S. as well as other licensing restrictions and protections. Use of this copyright protected technology is limited solely  
to use with the Cirrus Logic integrated circuits incorporated in this product. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.  
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Contents  
Where to find …  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Region numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Types of discs you can play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Symbols used in this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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System Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Cables and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Placing your speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Left and right front speaker placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Center speaker placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Surround speaker placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Acoustimass® module placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Placing your media center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Connecting the speakers to the Acoustimass module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Making a two-wire speaker connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Making a plug-in cable speaker connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Connecting the Acoustimass module to the media center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Connecting the antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Connecting an FM antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Connecting the AM antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Connecting to a cable radio provider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Connecting your TV to the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Making audio connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Making video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Connecting your VCR to the system (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Connecting your cable/satellite box to the system (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Installing the TV on/off detector (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Turning off the internal speakers in your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Making the temporary headset connection before connecting to power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Connecting the system to power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Installing the remote control batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Finishing the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Save the headset for possible future use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Using alternate system connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
To play VCR audio (not TV audio) through your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
To play TV audio through your system with VCR audio fed to the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Setting up a second listening zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
What is a zone? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
What do I need for setting up a second zone? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
How do I set up a speaker system in a second zone? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
Connecting external equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Connecting record/playback equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Connecting other playback equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Using digital audio connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Using optical digital audio connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Connecting the optional IR emitter cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Contacting customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
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Introduction  
Welcome  
Thank you for purchasing a LIFESTYLE® home entertainment system.  
If you have successfully installed your new LIFESTYLE® system using the Quick  
Set Up Guide, congratulations! You can now skip to “ Finishing the installation” on  
page 21.  
If not, the information provided on the following pages will guide you through the  
installation.  
Region numbers  
Region numbers are assigned to DVD players and discs according to where they are sold.  
Look for the region number marked on the carton or on the bottom of the media center.  
For example, a region 1 DVD player should be marked like this:  
Your system can play only DVD discs marked with the same region number.  
Types of discs you can play  
The DVD player in your system can play the following types of discs:  
Video DVDs  
Audio CDs  
CD-Rs or CD-R/Ws  
MP3 CDs  
Symbols used in this guide  
The symbols that appear in this guide are intended to aid in your understanding of this mate-  
rial. Those symbols include:  
A box with dotted lines identies what parts may vary with different systems or in different  
countries.  
A gray circle with a number inside it indicates text that explains a similarly numbered step on  
the Quick Set Up Guide.  
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System Installation  
Getting started  
After unpacking your new system, save all packing materials. The original packing materials  
provide the safest way to transport your system if necessary. If any part of your system is  
missing or appears damaged, contact your authorized Bose® dealer immediately, or contact  
Bose directly. Refer to the Bose address list included with your system.  
The instructions in this section tell you how to connect your system as shown in Figure 1. For  
alternate system connections, see Using alternate system connectionson page 23.  
Figure 1  
System connection diagram  
Left front  
speaker  
Center front  
speaker  
Right front  
speaker  
Acoustimass® module  
Front speaker  
outputs  
Rear speaker  
outputs  
Cable TV or  
satellite input  
Left surround  
speaker  
Right surround  
speaker  
AUX left & right audio (if available)  
Cable/satellite box  
Cable TV or  
satellite video  
Speaker  
zone 1  
output  
VCR left & right audio  
VCR video  
VCR  
Cable TV video  
TV left & right audio  
Video output  
TV  
Media center  
TV power detector  
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Cables and accessories  
The following items are included with your system.  
Figure 2  
Cables and accessories  
included with your system  
Surround speaker cables  
Front speaker cables  
Video cable (6 ft)  
Audio input cable  
Stereo audio cable  
S-Video cable  
Component video adapter  
Batteries  
Mounting strip  
Rubber feet for  
Acoustimass® module  
OR  
TV on/off detector  
Remote control  
Rubber feet for  
cube speakers  
FM antenna  
Discs 1 & 2  
AM loop antenna  
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Optional IR emitter cable  
Headset  
for custom equalization process  
Media center power supply  
Media center power supply 120 VAC power  
cord (US/Canada)  
Acoustimass module 120 VAC power cord  
(US/Canada)  
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Placing your speakers  
When you place your speakers according to the guidelines below, a combination of reected  
and direct sound provides the audio atmosphere of a home theater. You may experiment with  
the placement and orientation of the speakers to produce the sound most pleasing to you.  
CAUTION: Choose a stable and level surface for your speakers. Vibration can cause the  
speakers to move, particularly on smooth surfaces like marble, glass, or highly polished  
wood. If you are placing the center speaker on top of the television, attach the rubber feet  
provided to the bottom of the speaker. You may obtain additional rubber feet by contacting  
Bose® customer service. Refer to the Bose address list included with your system.  
Note: Do not place a cube speaker on its side, as this diminishes performance.  
Left and right front speaker placement  
To best match sound and picture, the left and right front speakers should be placed at the  
edge of the TV picture (Figure 3).  
Place the speakers up to 3 feet (1 m) from the edge of the TV screen and line them up with  
the center of the TV screen.  
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Bose recommends a maximum distance of 3 feet (1 m) from the edge of the TV screen so  
that the sound does not become too separated from the picture. You may wish to vary this  
distance based on room conditions and personal preference. The front cables allow the  
cube speakers to be placed up to 20 feet (6.1 m) from the Acoustimass® module.  
Direct one cube of each speaker array forward. Direct the other cube toward the wall or in a  
different direction to create reected sound. See the illustration of reected sound patterns  
in Figure 4 on page 8.  
Figure 3  
Recommended speaker  
locations  
Center  
Left  
front  
Right  
front  
Left surround  
Right surround  
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Acoustimass®  
module  
Figure 4  
Left  
front  
Right  
front  
Center  
Speaker placement and  
reflection rays  
Left  
surround  
Right  
surround  
Center speaker placement  
The sound from the center speaker should appear to come directly from the center of the pic-  
ture. The center speaker cable allows up to 20 feet (6.1 m) distance from the Acoustimass  
module.  
1. Place the center speaker directly above or below the center of the TV screen, or at the  
closest convenient location.  
Note: If it will sit directly on the TV, be sure to attach the protective rubber feet to the bottom  
of the center speaker.  
2. Align the speaker with the front of the TV screen (not pushed to the back of the TV).  
3. Direct each of the cubes slightly away from center, to create a wider area of direct sound.  
Note: If you put the speakers in a bookcase unit, be sure to place them at the front edge of  
the shelf. Placing speakers in an enclosed space can change the tonal quality of the sound.  
Surround speaker placement  
The rear surround speakers create an area of sound around the listener. Place them in the back  
half of your room. Direct the cubes slightly away from the listeners so that you cannot pinpoint the  
exact location of the sound source. The surround cables allow up to 50 feet (15.2 m) distance  
from the Acoustimass module.  
1. Place the speakers at ear height (when seated) or higher, if possible.  
2. Adjust the rear surround speakers to direct the sound to the front and back of the listener.  
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Acoustimass® module placement  
Note: Now is a good time to find the serial number on the bottom of the module, before you  
proceed. Copy that number onto your warranty card and in the space provided on page 2 of  
this guide.  
Follow these guidelines to select a location for the Acoustimass module:  
Place the Acoustimass module along the same wall as the TV, or close to the same end of  
the room as the front speakers (see Figure 4).  
Note: To avoid interference with the TV picture, place the Acoustimass module at least  
18 inches (45 cm) from the TV.  
Place the Acoustimass module so that the grille with the Bose® emblem faces into the room  
or along the wall to avoid blocking the sound output or creating too much bass.  
For best bass performance, DO NOT place the Acoustimass module at equal distances  
from any two walls or from a wall and the ceiling.  
For convenience, you may want to slide the Acoustimass module under a table or behind a  
cabinet. However, DO NOT allow furniture or drapes to block the ventilation openings of the  
module.  
Place the Acoustimass module within reach of the audio input cable, speaker cables, and  
an AC power (mains) outlet.  
Place the Acoustimass module on the oor on its long edge or lay it down on its largest  
side. DO NOT stand it on either end. See Figure 5.  
Figure 5  
DO NOT  
BEST  
stand the module on the  
back end. This surface is  
slightly curved and the  
module may tip over.  
Right and wrong place-  
ments for the Acoustimass  
module  
For best ventilation,  
place it on the long  
edge, with connectors  
facing the oor.  
DO NOT  
ALTERNATE  
Place it on its largest  
side.  
stand the module on  
the front grille. The  
weight of the module  
can damage the grille.  
Once you have selected a position for the module, place the four self-adhesive rubber feet  
near the corners of the bottom surface. The rubber feet provide increased stability and pro-  
tection from scratches.  
CAUTION: DO NOT cover the ventilation openings of the Acoustimass module. The slots on  
the end provide ventilation for the built-in electronic circuitry, and should not be blocked.  
CAUTION: The magnetic field from the Acoustimass module is not an immediate risk to your  
video tapes, audio tapes, and other magnetic media. However, you should not store tapes  
directly on or near the Acoustimass module.  
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Placing your media center  
Note: Now is a good time to find the serial number on the bottom of the media center, before  
you proceed. Copy that number onto your warranty card and in the space provided on  
page 2 of this guide.  
Select a location for the media center, keeping in mind the following guidelines:  
Do not block the front of the media center. Make sure you allow enough room to lift up the  
front cover and open the CD tray of the CD/DVD player. Also, position the media center so  
that you can clearly view the display window to the right of the CD tray cover. See Figure 6  
for a description of the front of the media center.  
Place the media center close enough to other sound sources (TV and VCR) to allow for easy  
cable connections. If you need additional audio and/or video cables to connect all of your  
components, see your dealer or call Bose® 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 and tested, keep the media  
center where you have easy access to its rear connection panel.  
Figure 6  
Front door Make sure you have  
enough room to lift up this door.  
Display window Make sure you can view  
this information while using your system.  
Front features of media  
center  
Disc tray Make sure nothing blocks this tray as it slides  
open for you to insert a disc.  
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Connecting the speakers to the Acoustimass® module  
Note: Before you start making system connections, make sure that the media center, the  
Acoustimass module, and any additional equipment are not connected to AC power.  
The ve dual-cube speakers that come with your system will either have a two-wire cable  
connector (Figure 7) or a plug-in cable connector (Figure 8 on page 12). Identify your type of  
speaker and then follow the corresponding instructions.  
Note: To lengthen the speaker cables, use heavy-duty RCA extension cables, or splice in 18-  
gauge 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.  
Making a two-wire speaker connection  
In a two-wire connection (Figure 7), 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.  
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 direc-  
tions from the Acoustimass module, simply pull apart the cables as needed.  
Figure 7  
A two-wire connection type  
speaker  
Terminal tab  
Red (+) wire  
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 con-  
nectors. The red collars on the + wire are labeled LEFT, RIGHT, and CENTER. Surround  
speaker cables have orange connectors at one end, with L (left) or R (right) molded into  
the connectors. The red collars on the + wire are labeled LEFT and RIGHT.  
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2. Connect the wire end of one speaker cable to the terminals on the rear of the matching  
speaker. Press the terminal tab on the back of the speaker and insert the marked wire (+)  
into the red terminal and the plain wire () into the black terminal. Release the tab to  
secure the wire. Repeat this step for each of the ve speakers.  
3. Connect each cable to the corresponding jack on the Acoustimass module (Figure 9on  
page 12). Plug the blue connectors into the matching left front, center, and right front  
jacks. Plug the orange connectors into the matching left surround and right surround  
jacks.  
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Making a plug-in cable speaker connection  
In a plug-in cable connection (Figure 8), the positive and negative wires are oriented to ensure  
proper polarity.  
Figure 8  
A plug-in cable type  
speaker  
1. Match the correct cable to the corresponding speaker location. Front speaker cables  
have blue RCA connectors at one end, with L (left), R (right), or C (center) molded into  
both the RCA connectors and the speaker connectors at the other end. Surround  
speaker cables have orange RCA connectors at one end, with L (left) or R (right) molded  
into both the RCA connectors and the speaker connectors at the other end.  
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2. Insert the speaker connector of each cable fully into the jack on the rear of each of the  
ve speakers. Match the ridge of the connector to the notch at the top of the jack.  
3. Connect each cable to the corresponding jack on the Acoustimass® module (Figure 9).  
Plug the blue connectors into the matching left front, center, and right front jacks. Plug  
the orange connectors into the matching left surround and right surround jacks.  
Figure 9  
Front speakers  
Center  
Surround speakers  
Left  
Right  
Left  
Right  
Speaker connections to the  
Acoustimass module  
To FRONT C  
To FRONT L  
To FRONT R  
To SURROUND L  
To SURROUND R  
OUTPUTS TO  
CUBE SPEAKERS  
AUDIO  
INPUT  
FRONT  
SURROUND  
POWER  
100-120/200-240V AC  
50/60 Hz  
350W MAX.  
L
C
R
L
R
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Connecting the Acoustimass® module to the media center  
Connect the Acoustimass module to the media center with the audio input cable (Figure 10).  
Note: Be sure that each connector is fully inserted into each jack.  
1. Plug the small black multi-pin connector (at side facing up) into the SPEAKER ZONES  
jack labeled 1on the back of the media center.  
2. Insert the telephone-style RJ-45 connector on the other end of the audio input cable into  
the AUDIO INPUT jack on the Acoustimass module. When properly connected, it should  
lock in place.  
Note: Refer to “Setting up a second listening zone” on page 25 for information on connecting  
a second zone.  
Figure 10  
Acoustimass module con-  
nection to media center  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
IR  
ANTENNA  
EMITTER  
1
R
R
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
Acoustimass module  
connector panel  
OUTPUTS TO  
CUBE SPEAKERS  
AUDIO  
INPUT  
FRONT  
SURROUND  
POWER  
100-120/200-240V AC  
50/60 Hz  
350W MAX.  
L
C
R
L
R
Audio input cable  
Note: Press tab to release cable connector.  
When fully inserted into the jack, the connector  
locks in place.  
CAUTION: Do not place strain on the audio input cable, especially on the connection to the  
Acoustimass module. Placing excessive strain on the cable may cause damage to the cable  
connection at the Acoustimass module. When disconnecting the cable from the Acoustimass  
module, be sure to press the tab on the connector.  
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Connecting the antennas  
The rear panel of the media center provides connections for AM and FM antennas (Figure 11).  
Be sure to unwrap the bundled antenna wires and straighten them as much as possible to  
ensure the best reception.  
Note: Outdoor antennas may be used. To install an outdoor antenna, consult a qualified  
installer. Follow all safety instructions supplied with the antenna.  
Figure 11  
Connections for the AM  
and FM antennas  
FM dipole  
antenna lead  
AM antenna  
lead  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
IR  
ANTENNA  
EMITTER  
R
R
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
Connecting an FM antenna  
Plug the connector on the FM dipole antenna lead into the FM antenna jack. Spread out the  
antenna arms. Change the orientation of the antenna arms to get optimum FM reception.  
Place the antenna as far from the media center and other components as possible.  
Connecting the AM antenna  
Note: To mount the AM antenna on a wall, follow the instructions enclosed with the antenna.  
1. Plug the connector on the AM antenna lead into the AM antenna jack.  
2. Stand the loop antenna on the base, following the instructions enclosed with the AM  
antenna.  
3. Move the AM loop antenna as far as possible, at least 20 inches (50 cm), from the media  
center, and at least 2 feet (60 cm) from the Acoustimass® module. Experiment with the  
orientation of the loop for optimum AM reception.  
Connecting to a cable radio provider  
Some cable TV providers make FM radio signals available through the cable service to your  
home. This connection is made to the external FM jack on the back panel of the media center.  
To connect to this service, contact your cable TV provider for assistance.  
Note: Make sure that the cable radio installation includes a signal splitter so that only the FM  
radio band, not the cable TV band, is received by the media center. If necessary, contact a  
qualified installer.  
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Connecting your TV to the system  
The media center provides audio and video connections for your TV. See Figure 12.  
Making audio connections  
Using the supplied stereo audio cable, connect the left (L) and right (R) audio outputs on the  
rear panel of your TV to the L and R TV audio inputs on the rear panel of the media center  
(Figure 12).  
Making video connections  
These connections will vary according to the type of cable you use as described below.  
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Composite video  
Using the supplied video cable (with yellow connectors), connect the COMPOSITE video out-  
put on the rear panel of the media center to the VIDEO INPUT on the rear panel of your TV  
(Figure 12).  
S-video  
The S-VIDEO OUTPUT provides a higher quality picture on your TV than the COMPOSITE  
VIDEO OUTPUT. This jack is provided on many TVs. To make this connection you will need to  
use the S-video cable included with your system.  
Component video  
Some newer televisions are equipped with component video input jacks. Component video  
consists of three separate video signals (Y, Pb, and Pr) which deliver a very high quality pic-  
ture to your TV.  
Figure 12  
Media center-to-TV video  
and audio connections  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
IR  
ANTENNA  
EMITTER  
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
COMPOSIT
IDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO S  
TV connector  
panel  
TV  
AUDIO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
IN  
R
L
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To make component video connections, you will need video-grade cables for the Y, Pb,  
and Pr jacks and the Bose® component video adapter (Figure 13). This adapter plugs into the  
S-VIDEO and COMPOSITE outputs. Your system will send the correct signals to these jacks  
when you change the video output setting to YPbPr. See your LIFESTYLE® 28/35 system  
operating guide for instructions on how to change system settings.  
Note: Component video jacks are often color-coded and it is essential that you match the  
color-coded connections with the cables.  
Figure 13  
Media Center  
Component video adapter  
Your TV  
Pr (Red)  
Component video adapter  
connections  
S-VIDEO OUTPUT  
COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT  
Y (Green)  
Pb (Blue)  
Connecting your VCR to the system (optional)  
The type of video connection used with your TV must match the type of connection used with  
your VCR, if you choose to connect it to the system. If you connected your TV to the COM-  
POSITE VIDEO OUTPUT, connect your VCR output to the COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT. If you  
connected your TV to the S-VIDEO OUTPUT, connect your VCR to the S-VIDEO INPUT. If  
your VCR does not have an S-VIDEO output, you may be able to connect your VCR compos-  
ite video output directly to your TV.  
Note: If your VCR did not come with the stereo audio and video cables required to connect it  
to your LIFESTYLE® system, contact your local electronics store or authorized Bose dealer.  
The rear panel of the media center provides audio and video connections for your VCR.  
1. Using the supplied stereo audio cable, connect the left (L) and right (R) audio outputs on  
the rear panel of your VCR to the L and R VCR audio inputs on the rear panel of the  
media center.  
2. Using the supplied video cable, connect the COMPOSITE video input on the rear panel of  
the media center to the VIDEO OUT on the rear panel of your VCR.  
Note: You should not connect the video output of your LIFESTYLE® system to a VCR, since  
playing copy-protected DVDs may result in poor picture quality.  
Figure 14  
Media center-to-VCR video  
and audio connections  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
IR  
ANTENNA  
EMITTER  
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DIGITAL  
DIGITA
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
VCR connector panel  
AUDIO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
R
L
VCR  
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Connecting your cable/satellite box to the system (optional)  
The type of video connection used with your TV and VCR must match the type of connection  
used with your cable/satellite box, if you choose to connect it to the system. If you connected  
your TV to the COMPOSITE VIDEO OUTPUT, connect your cable/satellite box output to the  
COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT. If you connected your TV to the S-VIDEO OUTPUT, connect your  
cable/satellite box to the S-VIDEO INPUT.  
Note: If your cable/satellite box did not come with the stereo audio and video cables required  
to connect it to your LIFESTYLE® system, contact your local electronics store or authorized  
Bose dealer.  
The rear panel of the media center provides audio and video connections for your cable/sat-  
ellite box.  
1. Using a stereo audio cable, connect the left (L) and right (R) audio outputs (if available) on  
the rear panel of your cable/satellite box to the L and R AUX audio inputs on the rear  
panel of the media center.  
Note: For convenience, until your system is completely installed and tested, you may want to  
postpone making this connection to the media center AUX jacks. The AUX jacks are required  
for use with a temporary headset connection during the final installation steps.  
2. Using a video cable, connect the VIDEO OUT on the rear panel of your cable/satellite box  
to the COMPOSITE video input on the rear panel of your VCR. If your VCR is already con-  
nected there, you may instead connect the VIDEO OUT from your cable/satellite box  
directly to your media centers COMPOSITE video input (as shown in Figure 15).  
Figure 15  
Media center-to-cable/sat-  
ellite box video and audio  
connections (if VCR not  
used)  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
IR  
ANTENNA  
EMITTER  
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DIGITA
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
Cable/satellite  
box connector  
panel  
R
L
Cable/satellite box  
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Installing the TV on/off detector (optional)  
The TV on/off detector senses whether your TV is on or off. This enables the media center to  
automatically switch the TV on, as needed, when another video source (DVD, cable/satellite  
box, etc.) is selected. If you choose not to use the sensor, you will need to turn the TV on sep-  
arately each time it is needed.  
Note: This device will not work with LCD and plasma TVs, so if you are using those devises  
you may want to skip these steps.  
1. Plug the connector on the end of the cord into the TV SENSOR jack on the back of the  
media center.  
2. Position the TV on/off detector on the back of your TV as shown in Figure 16.  
Note: DO NOT use the mounting strip yet to affix the detector. Wait until your system is oper-  
ating and you can determine that the sensor is working properly from this location. Refer to  
Testing the TV on/off detector” in your LIFESTYLE® Operating Guide.  
Figure 16  
Back of TV  
Mounting the detector  
using the mounting strip  
TV on/off detector installed  
on your TV  
TV on/off detector  
Media center rear panel  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
ANTENNA  
ETTER  
R
R
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
TV SENSOR  
jack  
Note: If you have a projection TV, the bottom rear of the enclosure is the best location for  
mounting the detector.  
Turning off the internal speakers in your TV  
When you listen to TV sound through your LIFESTYLE® system, the speakers in your TV  
should not be on. Use the on-screen menus in your TV to select Internal Speakers: Off(your  
on-screen message may be different). You can also lower the volume of your TV to its lowest  
setting. Refer to your TV owners guide for detailed instructions.  
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Making the temporary headset connection before connecting to power  
Plug the special headset connector into the AUX jacks on the rear of the media center (Figure  
17). This is for temporary use during steps for Finishing the installationon page 21.  
Figure 17  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
Headset connection for use  
in the final setup steps  
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
IR  
ANTENNA  
EMITTER  
R
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DI
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
MPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OU
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
AUX  
Temporarily remove the  
cable/satellite box cable  
if it is connected  
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Connecting the system to power  
Connect the two AC power (mains) cords in the following order:  
1. Plug the small end of the Acoustimass® module power cord into the AC power jack on the  
connector panel of the Acoustimass module (Figure 18). Plug the other end of the power  
cord into an AC (mains) outlet.  
2. Turn the Acoustimass module POWER switch to on ( l ).  
Figure 18  
Power connection of the  
Acoustimass module  
Connector panel  
Power switch  
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Figure 19  
DC power jack  
Power connection of the  
media center  
Power supply  
Rear panel  
Plug the small round connector of the media center power supply cable into the DC POWER  
jack on the back of the media center (Figure 19). Insert the power supply line cord connector  
into the power supply and plug the cord into an AC (mains) outlet.  
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. Slide the cover  
back on the remote and snap it closed.  
Replace the batteries when the remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced.  
Alkaline batteries are recommended.  
Note: Do not change the settings of the factory-preset miniature switches. See your Operat-  
ing Guide for information on how to prevent conflicts with other LIFESTYLE® music systems.  
Figure 20  
Four (4) AAA (IEC-LR3)  
batteries  
Remote control battery  
installation  
+
+
+
Battery  
compartment  
cover  
+
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Finishing the installation  
Included with your system is a small carton containing two setup discs and a special headset.  
1
Figure 21  
2
Contents of the small car-  
ton  
Setup Disc 1 veries that your systems speakers are connected correctly and ensures  
complete performance from your new system.  
Setup Disc 2 leads you through an important custom equalization process, which tailors the  
sound of your LIFESTYLE® system for the acoustics of your listening area.  
The special headset, referred to by Disc 2, enables you to take acoustic measurements in  
your room during the custom equalization process. Put it on only when the disc indicates.  
Play these discs after you have set up your system and 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 else.  
To get started:  
1. Turn your television on.  
2. Lift up the media center front cover and press the Open/Close button.  
3. Insert Disc 1 into the tray (label side up) and press the Open/Close button again.  
4. On the remote control, press the CD/DVD button.  
5. As the disc begins to play, listen carefully and follow the instructions given to you. The  
instructions will tell you when to play Disc 2.  
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Note: Disc 2 will indicate when you should put on the special headset. For the greatest com-  
fort during the equalization process, the headset is specifically designed to be worn above  
your ears.  
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Save the headset for possible future use  
When you have played both discs and followed their instructions, the installation of your  
LIFESTYLE® DVD system is completed and its performance is tailored to your particular lis-  
tening area.  
Moving the system to another room or signicantly changing the arrangement of the room  
(relocating seating, furniture, speakers or the Acoustimass® module) will change your listening  
environment. At that time, then, be sure to repeat the steps in Finishing your installationon  
page 21 to customize the system for the altered listening environment.  
Keep the headset and discs together in their original carton and store them in a safe location.  
You are now ready to enjoy the performance!  
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Using alternate system connections  
®
The following describes alternate ways to connect your VCR and TV to your LIFESTYLE  
home entertainment system.  
To play VCR audio (not TV audio) through your system  
Connect the VCR audio outputs to the TV or VCR inputs of the media center as in Figure 1 on  
page 5, but do not connect the TV audio outputs.  
In this conguration, your VCR audio is played through your system, but the TV audio is  
played directly from the TV. You must have the VCR turned on to hear any surround sound  
effects.  
Figure 22  
Diagram of a typical system  
Left front  
speaker  
Center front  
speaker  
Right front  
speaker  
Acoustimass® module  
Front speaker outputs  
Rear speaker outputs  
Cable TV or  
satellite input  
Left surround  
speaker  
Right surround  
speaker  
AUX left & right audio (if available)  
Cable/satellite box  
Speaker  
zone 1  
output  
Cable TV or  
satellite video  
VCR left & right audio  
VCR video  
VCR  
Cable TV video  
Video output  
TV  
Media center  
TV power detector  
TM  
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To play TV audio through your system with VCR audio fed to the TV  
Connect the VCR audio outputs to the audio inputs of the TV. Connect the TV audio outputs  
to the TV inputs on the media center.  
In this conguration, the LIFESTYLE® system TV source must always be selected.  
Figure 23  
Diagram of a typical system  
Left front  
speaker  
Center front  
speaker  
Right front  
speaker  
Acoustimass® module  
Front speaker outputs  
Rear speaker outputs  
Input from cable  
provider  
Left surround  
speaker  
Right surround  
speaker  
AUX left & right audio (if available)  
Cable/satellite box  
Speaker  
zone 1  
output  
VCR video  
VCR  
VCR left & right audio  
TV left & right audio  
TV  
Video output  
Media center  
TV power detector  
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Setting up a second listening zone  
Your LIFESTYLE® home entertainment system can direct sound from one or two sound  
sources (such as CD, AM/FM tuner, TAPE, or AUX) to two different listening zones at the  
same time.  
What is a zone?  
Each listening area, whether a room or a group of rooms (including outdoor areas), is called a  
zone. Your primary listening area is set up as zone 1.  
What do I need for setting up a second zone?  
A Bose® powered speaker system that is compatible with your home entertainment system.  
An existing stereo system can also be connected (special adapter required).  
The appropriate LIFESTYLE® system cable to connect the zone 2 speaker system to the  
SPEAKER ZONES 2 connector on the rear panel of the media center.  
A second LIFESTYLE® system remote control to operate the zone 2 sound.  
See your dealer or contact Bose for information on obtaining additional powered speakers,  
remote controls, cables, and adapters for connecting additional equipment.  
How do I set up a speaker system in a second zone?  
1. Choose a location for the speaker system in zone 2.  
2. Connect the audio input cable from the zone 2 system to the SPEAKER ZONES 2 output  
on the rear panel of the media center.  
3. When power is connected and you are ready to set up your second remote control, see  
Setting up a second listening zonein your LIFESTYLE® system operating guide.  
Figure 24  
Media center-to-zone 2  
connections  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
IR  
ANTENNA  
EMITTER  
R
R
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
Zone 2 speaker connections  
Control  
Zone 2 output connection  
Note: Before using  
your zone 2 speak-  
ers, you may need to  
change the “Zone 2  
Protocol” setting for  
the zone 2 speakers  
you are using. See  
“Changing the System  
Setup” in your operat-  
ing guide.  
Left  
channel  
Right channel  
Zone 2 stereo adapter kit cable  
(Mini-DIN connector is marked FIX)  
Note: For zone 2, use only cables that have a mini-DIN connector marked “FIX”. Cables  
marked “VAR” should not be used, unless specified in the owner’s guide for the product.  
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Connecting external equipment  
Other equipment can be connected to your system using standard RCA audio cables. Be  
sure to match the red connector to the R (right) channel and the white (or black) connector to  
the L (left) channel. A Y adapter can be used to connect mono sources. The appropriate  
cables are available at most electronic stores.  
Connecting record/playback equipment  
The rear panel of the media center provides input (TAPE) and output (RECORD) connections  
for a cassette tape deck.  
Figure 25  
Media center connector panel  
Record/playback connec-  
tions  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
IR  
ANTEN
EMITTER  
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
ICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITA
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
UTPUT  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
RECORD  
INPUT  
PLAY  
OUTPUT  
R
L
Record/playback component  
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Connecting other playback equipment  
Other playback components such as an audio CD changer can be connected to the AUX  
inputs on the rear panel of the media center.  
Figure 26  
AUX input connections  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
IR  
ANTENNA  
EMITTER  
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SERIAL  
DATA  
2
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO  
OUT  
R
L
CD changer or other playback equipment  
Using digital audio connections  
If your TV, VCR, tape deck, or AUX component has electrical digital audio connections, you  
may connect them to the media center using the corresponding DIGITAL connector. You will  
need a 75cable with RCA connectors (such as a video cable).  
Note: Your system’s DTS decoding is limited to playing back CDs and DVDs with DTS audio  
tracks. DTS decoding of bitstreams from external sources is not supported, and your system  
cannot provide DTS bitstreams to external devices.  
Using optical digital audio connections  
If your TV, VCR, tape deck, or AUX component has an optical digital audio connection, you  
may connect it to the media center using the OPTICAL INPUT/OUTPUT connectors. You will  
need an optical digital cable to make this connection.  
Note: Before you can listen to a source through the OPTICAL input, you need to assign the  
OPTICAL connection to TV, VCR, TAPE or AUX. See your operating guide for instructions on  
using the system settings menus.  
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Connecting the optional IR emitter cable  
The IR (infrared) emitter cable is designed for optional use with system components that are  
connected to the media center, but placed where they cannot receive IR signals from it. This  
®
can resolve the problem when a particular component does not respond to LIFESTYLE  
remote control commands.  
By plugging an emitter into the media center and placing it near the component, you can  
make sure that the LIFESTYLE® remote control signals reach that component.  
To use the emitter:  
1. Insert the 3.5 mm plug into the IR EMITTER jack on the rear of the media center  
(Figure 27).  
Figure 27  
Optional IR emitter cable  
connection to the media  
center  
RECORD  
TAPE  
AUX  
VCR  
TV  
33V  
1.1A  
DC POWER  
TV  
SENSOR  
VIDEO INPUTS  
COMPOSITE S-VIDEO  
L
L
L
L
L
AM  
FM  
75  
IR  
ANTENNA  
EMITTER  
R
R
R
R
R
1
OPTICAL  
INPUT  
OPTICAL  
SIAL  
ATA  
2
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
ZONES  
AUDIO OUTPUTS  
AUDIO INPUTS  
VIDEO OUTPUTS  
IR EMITTER  
jack  
2. Place the at side at the other end of the cable against the IR receiver window on the  
front of the component.  
®
Note: There is a procedure you must follow to program the LIFESTYLE remote so that it  
works with your other components. Refer to the LIFESTYLE® Operating Guide for details on  
how to do that.  
3. Conrm that IR signals now work to control that component. Move the emitter around, as  
necessary, to nd the best position.  
4. Use the double-sided tape enclosed with the emitter to afx it in the proper position.  
Note: If you have questions, or need to obtain a replacement emitter, contact Bose® cus-  
tomer service. Refer to the Bose address list included with your system.  
Accessories  
Warranty  
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.  
Your LIFESTYLE® home entertainment system is covered by a transferable limited warranty.  
See your warranty card for details. Please be sure to ll out the information section on the  
card and mail it to Bose.  
Contacting customer service  
For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose customer service. See the address and  
phone number list provided with your system.  
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Technical information  
Media Center power pack power rating  
USA/Canada: 120V 0.55A 50/60 Hz 33VDC  
1.1A  
Speaker system power rating  
USA/Canada: 100-120V 50/60 Hz 350W  
Media center inputs  
TAPE: 2Vrms, maximum  
AUX: 2Vrms, maximum  
VCR: 2Vrms, maximum  
TV: 2Vrms, maximum  
DIGITAL: SPDIF (1 each for TV, VCR, TAPE, and AUX)  
COMPOSITE VIDEO: NTSC or PAL format 1V with sync 75 Ω  
p-p  
S-VIDEO: Luminance 1V , Chrominance 0.3V  
p-p  
p-p  
OPTICAL INPUT: SPDIF digital, mapped to input  
FM antenna: 75 Ω  
AM antenna: 12µH  
TV SENSOR: Scan frequency sensing  
Media center outputs  
SPEAKER ZONES 1 and 2: Variable audio, user selectable  
RECORD L and R: Fixed audio  
RECORD DIGITAL: SPDIF  
OPTICAL OUTPUT: SPDIF, 15 to 21 dbm  
COMPOSITE VIDEO: NTSC or PAL 1V with sync 75 Ω  
p-p  
S-VIDEO: Luminance 1V , Chrominance 0.3V  
p-p  
p-p  
Component video: NTSC or PAL 1V with sync on Y  
p-p  
Remote control range  
65 ft (20 m)  
Dimensions/Weights  
Media Center:  
15.8" W x 11.0" D x 3.5" H  
(40.1 cm x 27.9 cm x 8.9 cm)  
8.2 lb (3.7 kg)  
Cube speakers:  
(2-wire conn.)  
3.1" W x 4.0" D x 6.2" H  
(7.8 cm x 10.2 cm x 15.7 cm)  
2.4 lb (1.1 kg)  
1.0 lb (0.5 kg)  
35.9 lb (16.3 kg)  
Cube speakers:  
(plug-in conn.)  
Acoustimass® module: 8.0" W x 24.5" D x 16.0" H  
2.2" W x 3.2" D x 4.4" H  
(5.6 cm x 8.1 cm x 11.2 cm)  
(20.3 cm x 62.2 cm x 40.6 cm)  
Finish  
Media center: Aluminum  
Cube speakers: Polymer painted  
Acoustimass module: Vinyl veneer, Polymer  
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