The Bose® Lifestyle® amplifier - Owner's guide
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... remote. 3. On Off Mute All Mute SOURCE / INPUT CD/DVD Changer FM/AM TV VCR AUX MENU / NAVIGATION Settings Tune Disc Seek Enter Channel Chapter Preset Track Volume 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 PLAYBACK Stop Pause Play Shuffle Repeat Settings Settings ( ) System Setup Enter System Setup (3 of 3) is reset to Legacy mode. Scroll down -arrow button and select System Setup using Zone 2, shut off the system and turn it on -screen display. 2. ON Figure 9a Setting Zone 2 Protocol Setting Zone 2 Protocol For the SA-1 amplifier to "more than one room. Make...
... remote. 3. On Off Mute All Mute SOURCE / INPUT CD/DVD Changer FM/AM TV VCR AUX MENU / NAVIGATION Settings Tune Disc Seek Enter Channel Chapter Preset Track Volume 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 PLAYBACK Stop Pause Play Shuffle Repeat Settings Settings ( ) System Setup Enter System Setup (3 of 3) is reset to Legacy mode. Scroll down -arrow button and select System Setup using Zone 2, shut off the system and turn it on -screen display. 2. ON Figure 9a Setting Zone 2 Protocol Setting Zone 2 Protocol For the SA-1 amplifier to "more than one room. Make...
The Bose® Lifestyle® amplifier - Owner's guide
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...mm mini-plug L R A B SPEAKERS OUTPUT FIXED REC PLAY AUX TAPE INPUT L R VIDEO SOUND AM LOOP 1 SYSTEM CONTROL 2 ~ POWER 12VAC IN 1.0A ANTENNA SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Fixed speaker outputs 30-ft audio input cable (supplied) Acoustimass module cable AM262840_00_V.pdf January 4, 2002 13 At the other connections. The amplifier is designed to temporarily unplug the theater speakers from the AC (mains) power outlet. On the rear panel of the supplied cable into the white piggyback jack. Insert the white RCA piggyback connector into the multi-pin INPUT jack...
...mm mini-plug L R A B SPEAKERS OUTPUT FIXED REC PLAY AUX TAPE INPUT L R VIDEO SOUND AM LOOP 1 SYSTEM CONTROL 2 ~ POWER 12VAC IN 1.0A ANTENNA SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Fixed speaker outputs 30-ft audio input cable (supplied) Acoustimass module cable AM262840_00_V.pdf January 4, 2002 13 At the other connections. The amplifier is designed to temporarily unplug the theater speakers from the AC (mains) power outlet. On the rear panel of the supplied cable into the white piggyback jack. Insert the white RCA piggyback connector into the multi-pin INPUT jack...
The Bose® Lifestyle® amplifier - Owner's guide
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... using a Model 5 music center for home theater (Lifestyle® 12 or Lifestyle® 8 systems), make sure the amplifier audio input cable is plugged into any headphones. • Make sure the remote control switch settings are correct. Do not use only a soft, dry cloth to remove dust from the outside of the enclosure. Do not allow liquids to spill into the FIXED OUTPUTs on the music center. (Then the speaker output cable to the Acoustimass® module should be connected to...
... using a Model 5 music center for home theater (Lifestyle® 12 or Lifestyle® 8 systems), make sure the amplifier audio input cable is plugged into any headphones. • Make sure the remote control switch settings are correct. Do not use only a soft, dry cloth to remove dust from the outside of the enclosure. Do not allow liquids to spill into the FIXED OUTPUTs on the music center. (Then the speaker output cable to the Acoustimass® module should be connected to...
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... One speaker still does not play , the problem is firmly inserted in the SYSTEM CONTROL 2 jack. • If you are using an RC-20 or RC-5 remote control, make sure the remote control switch settings are firmly inserted in your Lifestyle® DVD system's owners guide. Zone 2 does not • If you are using a Lifestyle® DVD system, the stereo amplifier will not work unless work at the other cable from its speaker, and connect that...
... One speaker still does not play , the problem is firmly inserted in the SYSTEM CONTROL 2 jack. • If you are using an RC-20 or RC-5 remote control, make sure the remote control switch settings are firmly inserted in your Lifestyle® DVD system's owners guide. Zone 2 does not • If you are using a Lifestyle® DVD system, the stereo amplifier will not work unless work at the other cable from its speaker, and connect that...
Owner's guide
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... home theater components to find... Music center serial number Acoustimass module serial number Dealer name Dealer phone Purchase date We suggest you begin ...4 Unpacking the carton 5 Selecting the locations for your Lifestyle® 12 system 6 Connecting the speakers and Lifestyle® music center 9 Connecting your Lifestyle® 12 system 22 Operating the special features 23 Chimes ...23 Listening to digital sound 24 Listening to compact discs 24 Listening to the radio 25 Using the system with this owner's guide. Contents Where to the Lifestyle® 12 system 12...
... home theater components to find... Music center serial number Acoustimass module serial number Dealer name Dealer phone Purchase date We suggest you begin ...4 Unpacking the carton 5 Selecting the locations for your Lifestyle® 12 system 6 Connecting the speakers and Lifestyle® music center 9 Connecting your Lifestyle® 12 system 22 Operating the special features 23 Chimes ...23 Listening to digital sound 24 Listening to compact discs 24 Listening to the radio 25 Using the system with this owner's guide. Contents Where to the Lifestyle® 12 system 12...
Owner's guide
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... a video sound source, a digital sound source, and a tape deck (or other auxiliary source) • Powered Acoustimass® speakers with a hideaway Acoustimass module and five cube speaker arrays • An easy-to five independent speakers. Your system is enhanced by a loud special effect (e.g., a crash or explosion). up to five discrete audio channels directed into five-channel sound and direct the result to -use remote control Realism and impact Your Lifestyle® 12 Series II home theater system is especially useful for the terms Surround or Dolby Surround, or...
... a video sound source, a digital sound source, and a tape deck (or other auxiliary source) • Powered Acoustimass® speakers with a hideaway Acoustimass module and five cube speaker arrays • An easy-to five independent speakers. Your system is enhanced by a loud special effect (e.g., a crash or explosion). up to five discrete audio channels directed into five-channel sound and direct the result to -use remote control Realism and impact Your Lifestyle® 12 Series II home theater system is especially useful for the terms Surround or Dolby Surround, or...
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...Bose® or your Lifestyle® 12 Series II system: • Lifestyle® music center • AC power (mains) pack* • Wire cover • FM antenna • AM loop antenna • Antenna base • Remote control • 3 AA batteries • Acoustimass module • 5 cube speaker arrays • AC power (mains) cord* • Audio input cable • 5 speaker cables (3 front and 2 surround) • 8 self-adhesive rubber feet • Stereo cable • Lifestyle® system CD • Test CD ® Treble Bass Acoustimass module ® Lifestyle® music center...
...Bose® or your Lifestyle® 12 Series II system: • Lifestyle® music center • AC power (mains) pack* • Wire cover • FM antenna • AM loop antenna • Antenna base • Remote control • 3 AA batteries • Acoustimass module • 5 cube speaker arrays • AC power (mains) cord* • Audio input cable • 5 speaker cables (3 front and 2 surround) • 8 self-adhesive rubber feet • Stereo cable • Lifestyle® system CD • Test CD ® Treble Bass Acoustimass module ® Lifestyle® music center...
Owner's guide
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... to the sound sources (TV, VCR, DVD player, etc.) to allow furniture or drapes to the same end of the audio input cable, speaker cables, and an AC power (mains) outlet. 4. Do not allow for the Acoustimass module. For best bass performance, do not place the port at least 18 inches (45 cm) from scratches. 6. CAUTION: Do not cover the ventilation openings of your components, see the...
... to the sound sources (TV, VCR, DVD player, etc.) to allow furniture or drapes to the same end of the audio input cable, speaker cables, and an AC power (mains) outlet. 4. Do not allow for the Acoustimass module. For best bass performance, do not place the port at least 18 inches (45 cm) from scratches. 6. CAUTION: Do not cover the ventilation openings of your components, see the...
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...: BOSE CORPORATION, FRAMINGHAM, MA 01701-9168 MADE IN U.S.A L FIXED R A B SPEAKERS OUTPUT L REC PLAY TAPE AUX INPUT R VIDEO SOUND FM 75Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA 1 SYSTEM CONTROL POWER 12VAC IN 1.0A 2 SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL AC power jack 10 October 29, 2001 AM196573_05_V.pdf Extend the audio input cable as much as possible, since it includes an antenna for the remote control. Insert the three male connectors at the angle shown in your home theater components..." on the rear panel of the music center: •...
...: BOSE CORPORATION, FRAMINGHAM, MA 01701-9168 MADE IN U.S.A L FIXED R A B SPEAKERS OUTPUT L REC PLAY TAPE AUX INPUT R VIDEO SOUND FM 75Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA 1 SYSTEM CONTROL POWER 12VAC IN 1.0A 2 SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL AC power jack 10 October 29, 2001 AM196573_05_V.pdf Extend the audio input cable as much as possible, since it includes an antenna for the remote control. Insert the three male connectors at the angle shown in your home theater components..." on the rear panel of the music center: •...
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... MADE IN U.S.A L FIXED R A B SPEAKERS OUTPUT L REC PLAY TAPE AUX INPUT R VIDEO SOUND FM 75Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA 1 SYSTEM CONTROL POWER 12VAC IN 1.0A 2 SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL DVD analog outputs to AUX inputs Non-digital video sound source outputs to the Lifestyle® 12 system, a home theater complement typically includes a stereo or mono TV and stereo VCR. Note: Your Lifestyle® 12 system includes one set of equipment in stereo or surround-encoded, and the device playing the material must have a stereo (HiFi) VCR. Match red connectors to right (R) jacks and black...
... MADE IN U.S.A L FIXED R A B SPEAKERS OUTPUT L REC PLAY TAPE AUX INPUT R VIDEO SOUND FM 75Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA 1 SYSTEM CONTROL POWER 12VAC IN 1.0A 2 SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL DVD analog outputs to AUX inputs Non-digital video sound source outputs to the Lifestyle® 12 system, a home theater complement typically includes a stereo or mono TV and stereo VCR. Note: Your Lifestyle® 12 system includes one set of equipment in stereo or surround-encoded, and the device playing the material must have a stereo (HiFi) VCR. Match red connectors to right (R) jacks and black...
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... stereo position. When connecting to your TV: • Connect the TV fixed audio outputs to the VIDEO SOUND INPUTs on the audio input cable (connecting the music center with the module) using a male-to-male RCA cable. If no valid digital signal is best to connect components directly to the Lifestyle® 12 music center, and select the source from its remote or control panel. In each example, the analog outputs from your DVD player to the female RCA connection on the music center. • Turn the TV speakers...
... stereo position. When connecting to your TV: • Connect the TV fixed audio outputs to the VIDEO SOUND INPUTs on the audio input cable (connecting the music center with the module) using a male-to-male RCA cable. If no valid digital signal is best to connect components directly to the Lifestyle® 12 music center, and select the source from its remote or control panel. In each example, the analog outputs from your DVD player to the female RCA connection on the music center. • Turn the TV speakers...
Owner's guide
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... U.S.A L FIXED R A B SPEAKERS OUTPUT L REC PLAY TAPE AUX INPUT R VIDEO SOUND FM 75Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA 1 SYSTEM CONTROL POWER 12VAC IN 1.0A 2 SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Music center Cable TV L R V VCR L R TV To the module 14 October 29, 2001 AM196573_05_V.pdf close to ensure proper stereo and surround sound. Turn off or the volume all the way down. (If there is an alternative connection method. (See Figure 11.) If your stereo TV has fixed audio outputs (the audio signal level doesn't change) and...
... U.S.A L FIXED R A B SPEAKERS OUTPUT L REC PLAY TAPE AUX INPUT R VIDEO SOUND FM 75Ω AM LOOP ANTENNA 1 SYSTEM CONTROL POWER 12VAC IN 1.0A 2 SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Music center Cable TV L R V VCR L R TV To the module 14 October 29, 2001 AM196573_05_V.pdf close to ensure proper stereo and surround sound. Turn off or the volume all the way down. (If there is an alternative connection method. (See Figure 11.) If your stereo TV has fixed audio outputs (the audio signal level doesn't change) and...
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... can use a Y-adapter (available at electronics stores) to L (left ). AM196573_05_V.pdf October 29, 2001 15 The VIDEO SOUND INPUT jacks are for audio from Bose® by calling 1-800-367-4008 and asking for a digital source) jacks, matching the red plug to R (right) and black or white plug to connect a mono source. Other connections Use standard RCA audio cables to connect other components to your video components manuals. Note: The Lifestyle® 12 system cannot turn on the music center. Connect the audio outputs of...
... can use a Y-adapter (available at electronics stores) to L (left ). AM196573_05_V.pdf October 29, 2001 15 The VIDEO SOUND INPUT jacks are for audio from Bose® by calling 1-800-367-4008 and asking for a digital source) jacks, matching the red plug to R (right) and black or white plug to connect a mono source. Other connections Use standard RCA audio cables to connect other components to your video components manuals. Note: The Lifestyle® 12 system cannot turn on the music center. Connect the audio outputs of...
Owner's guide
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... instructions on operating the music center controls and the Lifestyle® remote control. Figure 17 The music center display CD track and AM/FM preset number display Source indicators CD elapsed time and AM/FM station frequency display CD AM FM VIDEO STEREO TAPE DISC TRACK AUX RANDOM PRESET AUTO OFFMUTE Play indicator Pause indicator No disc indicator 18 October 29, 2001 AM196573_05_V.pdf Note: If your system will not operate unless all cable and power connections are ready to verify your new Lifestyle® system. Operating Your Lifestyle® 12 System Turning...
... instructions on operating the music center controls and the Lifestyle® remote control. Figure 17 The music center display CD track and AM/FM preset number display Source indicators CD elapsed time and AM/FM station frequency display CD AM FM VIDEO STEREO TAPE DISC TRACK AUX RANDOM PRESET AUTO OFFMUTE Play indicator Pause indicator No disc indicator 18 October 29, 2001 AM196573_05_V.pdf Note: If your system will not operate unless all cable and power connections are ready to verify your new Lifestyle® system. Operating Your Lifestyle® 12 System Turning...
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... speakers. Turns the system off . Sets a 15-minute delay before the system shuts off . OFF 20 October 29, 2001 AM196573_05_V.pdf Operating Your Lifestyle® 12 System The system controls Function VIDEO - Selects a video sound source connected to the previously selected station. Selects the radio and turns the system on to the VIDEO inputs, and turns the system on . When the radio is on . CD - Selects the built-in random order. Remote Control VIDEO AM FM CD AUX - Selects the DVD player (or other component connected...
... speakers. Turns the system off . Sets a 15-minute delay before the system shuts off . OFF 20 October 29, 2001 AM196573_05_V.pdf Operating Your Lifestyle® 12 System The system controls Function VIDEO - Selects a video sound source connected to the previously selected station. Selects the radio and turns the system on to the VIDEO inputs, and turns the system on . When the radio is on . CD - Selects the built-in random order. Remote Control VIDEO AM FM CD AUX - Selects the DVD player (or other component connected...
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... SURROUND (5-speaker) mode, raises or lowers volume of surround speakers. • In STEREO+CENTER (3-speaker) mode, raises or lowers volume of center speaker. • In STEREO (2-speaker) mode, + selects the SURROUND mode. Note: The adjustments made with SURROUND + and - will be remembered even if you hear the 3-chime confirmation tone. Note: To restore all factory default settings, turn power off then on . Operating Your Lifestyle® 12 System Additional system controls Function Remote control SURROUND • Press and release to select SURROUND (5-speaker) mode for all sources...
... SURROUND (5-speaker) mode, raises or lowers volume of surround speakers. • In STEREO+CENTER (3-speaker) mode, raises or lowers volume of center speaker. • In STEREO (2-speaker) mode, + selects the SURROUND mode. Note: The adjustments made with SURROUND + and - will be remembered even if you hear the 3-chime confirmation tone. Note: To restore all factory default settings, turn power off then on . Operating Your Lifestyle® 12 System Additional system controls Function Remote control SURROUND • Press and release to select SURROUND (5-speaker) mode for all sources...
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... the component. Operating Your Lifestyle® 12 System Using the system with external components Follow the instructions on in enhanced mode for movies. Press STEREO+CENTER (3-speaker) or STEREO (2-speaker) to raise or lower the volume. STEREO+CENTER STEREO The appropriate display indicator lights when the system is on and the component is selected, the system turns on the display. This turns your system on in SURROUND (5-speaker) mode and selects the video sound source connected to the TAPE jacks. This turns your system on in your home, your component directly or...
... the component. Operating Your Lifestyle® 12 System Using the system with external components Follow the instructions on in enhanced mode for movies. Press STEREO+CENTER (3-speaker) or STEREO (2-speaker) to raise or lower the volume. STEREO+CENTER STEREO The appropriate display indicator lights when the system is on and the component is selected, the system turns on the display. This turns your system on in SURROUND (5-speaker) mode and selects the video sound source connected to the TAPE jacks. This turns your system on in your home, your component directly or...
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... Remote control is inconsistent or does not work What to do • Make sure the power connector is inserted securely into the music center, the power cord is inserted securely into the Acoustimass® module, and the power pack and power cord are connected to the surround speaker jacks (orange). • Press and hold the STEREO+CENTER (3-speaker) button for 10 seconds to STEREO+CENTER restore the factory preset center volume setting. • Select SURROUND (5-speaker) mode. +SURROUND • Press SURROUND . • Make sure the video sound source is stereo...
... Remote control is inconsistent or does not work What to do • Make sure the power connector is inserted securely into the music center, the power cord is inserted securely into the Acoustimass® module, and the power pack and power cord are connected to the surround speaker jacks (orange). • Press and hold the STEREO+CENTER (3-speaker) button for 10 seconds to STEREO+CENTER restore the factory preset center volume setting. • Select SURROUND (5-speaker) mode. +SURROUND • Press SURROUND . • Make sure the video sound source is stereo...
Owner's guide
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... any external components connected to the music center. • Check to be sure the audio input cable is connected to the music center FIXED OUTPUTs, not to SPEAKERS A or B. • Check the connections. • Make sure the component is too sensitive No tape, CD, VCR, DVD or TV sound What to do • Change the house code setting to reduce interference. • Weak FM stations will produce static in solving problems, contact Bose Corporation customer service. Please...
... any external components connected to the music center. • Check to be sure the audio input cable is connected to the music center FIXED OUTPUTs, not to SPEAKERS A or B. • Check the connections. • Make sure the component is too sensitive No tape, CD, VCR, DVD or TV sound What to do • Change the house code setting to reduce interference. • Weak FM stations will produce static in solving problems, contact Bose Corporation customer service. Please...
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... polarity 30 port 8 power cord 5, 11, 18, 30 power pack 5, 11, 17, 18, 30, 33 power rating 33 power surge 30 powered speakers 29 PRESET 19 preset 18-20, 25 preset radio station 20 problems 27, 31 purchase date 3 R radio 4, 19, 20, 25, 31 radio channel spacing 17 random 20, 24 RCA cable 14 RCA connector 10 RCA extension cables 9 REC 15 reception 16, 31 red 9, 10, 12, 15 reflected sound 6 remote control 3-5, 10, 17...
... polarity 30 port 8 power cord 5, 11, 18, 30 power pack 5, 11, 17, 18, 30, 33 power rating 33 power surge 30 powered speakers 29 PRESET 19 preset 18-20, 25 preset radio station 20 problems 27, 31 purchase date 3 R radio 4, 19, 20, 25, 31 radio channel spacing 17 random 20, 24 RCA cable 14 RCA connector 10 RCA extension cables 9 REC 15 reception 16, 31 red 9, 10, 12, 15 reflected sound 6 remote control 3-5, 10, 17...