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... sensor 23 Reference 24 Using alternate video connections 24 Connecting your VCR to the system 25 Connecting your cable/satellite box to the system 26 Using Component video connections 27 Connecting a game console 28 Connecting other components 29 Connecting record/playback equipment 29 Connecting other playback equipment 29 Using digital audio connections 30 Other jacks on the media center...
... sensor 23 Reference 24 Using alternate video connections 24 Connecting your VCR to the system 25 Connecting your cable/satellite box to the system 26 Using Component video connections 27 Connecting a game console 28 Connecting other components 29 Connecting record/playback equipment 29 Connecting other playback equipment 29 Using digital audio connections 30 Other jacks on the media center...
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... Bose directly. Special indicator used in this section help you to see the on these pages show the components of several LIFESTYLE® DVD entertainment systems. Your system will identify and connect the cables that are four different systems, the LIFESTYLE® 18 Series II, LIFESTYLE® 28 Series II, LIFESTYLE® 38, and the LIFESTYLE® 48...
... Bose directly. Special indicator used in this section help you to see the on these pages show the components of several LIFESTYLE® DVD entertainment systems. Your system will identify and connect the cables that are four different systems, the LIFESTYLE® 18 Series II, LIFESTYLE® 28 Series II, LIFESTYLE® 38, and the LIFESTYLE® 48...
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...and open the CD/DVD tray. However, you have easy access to your system is very important if you have selected a position for easy cable connections. Note: For convenience, until your video tapes, audio tapes, and other sound sources (TV and VCR) to allow for the module, place the... feet near the Acoustimass module. Select a location for the media center, keeping in the product registration card, included with your dealer or call Bose® customer service. DO NOT stand it there and in the space provided on the front of this guide. The rubber feet provide increased ...
...and open the CD/DVD tray. However, you have easy access to your system is very important if you have selected a position for easy cable connections. Note: For convenience, until your video tapes, audio tapes, and other sound sources (TV and VCR) to allow for the module, place the... feet near the Acoustimass module. Select a location for the media center, keeping in the product registration card, included with your dealer or call Bose® customer service. DO NOT stand it there and in the space provided on the front of this guide. The rubber feet provide increased ...
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... module A B CAUTION: Before you can see this information while using your system has cube or cube array speakers, follow the instructions in cable connect, or cube array or single cube speakers (images B and C respectively,) which enables certain CD/DVD tray as it slides open. English System ... door - Make sure nothing blocks this The IR Emitter, which use a plug-in "Making the two-wire connections for polarity and the plug is located here. LIFESTYLE® DVD systems include five speakers. Match the correct cable to fit only one end and speaker plugs at ...
... module A B CAUTION: Before you can see this information while using your system has cube or cube array speakers, follow the instructions in cable connect, or cube array or single cube speakers (images B and C respectively,) which enables certain CD/DVD tray as it slides open. English System ... door - Make sure nothing blocks this The IR Emitter, which use a plug-in "Making the two-wire connections for polarity and the plug is located here. LIFESTYLE® DVD systems include five speakers. Match the correct cable to fit only one end and speaker plugs at ...
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... for your dealer or electronics store, or call Bose® customer service. To purchase extension cables, see your convenience, providing an easy-to-use heavy-duty RCA extension cables, or splice in 18gauge or thicker cord (connecting + to the corresponding speaker location. • ... cube or cube array speakers Note: The surround speaker cables are joined together for connecting the surround speakers. To run the cables in cable connection System Installation 2. to the Bose address list included with L (left surround and right surround jacks. Refer to -). A red collar on page...
... for your dealer or electronics store, or call Bose® customer service. To purchase extension cables, see your convenience, providing an easy-to-use heavy-duty RCA extension cables, or splice in 18gauge or thicker cord (connecting + to the corresponding speaker location. • ... cube or cube array speakers Note: The surround speaker cables are joined together for connecting the surround speakers. To run the cables in cable connection System Installation 2. to the Bose address list included with L (left surround and right surround jacks. Refer to -). A red collar on page...
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.... • Plug the orange connectors into the black terminal. • Release the tab to place the Acoustimass module upside down while making connections. Terminal tab Left, Right, or Center printed on the red collar on either end or top. 14 Repeat this step for each cable ...on the rear of the matching speaker. • Press the terminal tab on the back of its sides but not on (+) wire Figure 10 Speaker connections to cube speakers 2. Front speakers Left Center Right Surround speakers Left Right FRONT L FRONT C FRONT R SURROUND L SURROUND R AUDIO INPUT OUTPUTS TO ...
.... • Plug the orange connectors into the black terminal. • Release the tab to place the Acoustimass module upside down while making connections. Terminal tab Left, Right, or Center printed on the red collar on either end or top. 14 Repeat this step for each cable ...on the rear of the matching speaker. • Press the terminal tab on the back of its sides but not on (+) wire Figure 10 Speaker connections to cube speakers 2. Front speakers Left Center Right Surround speakers Left Right FRONT L FRONT C FRONT R SURROUND L SURROUND R AUDIO INPUT OUTPUTS TO ...
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...Note: Refer to "Expanding your system to insert the power adapter cord into the jack, the connector locks in place. Figure 11 Acoustimass connection to unwrap the power cord for information on the connector. 15 When disconnecting the cable from the Acoustimass module, be sure to media ...Do not place strain on the audio input cable, especially on the cable may find it locks in place. Excessive strain on the connection to the connection at the Acoustimass module. Insert the telephone-style RJ-45 connector on the other end into each connector is built into the Speakers...
...Note: Refer to "Expanding your system to insert the power adapter cord into the jack, the connector locks in place. Figure 11 Acoustimass connection to unwrap the power cord for information on the connector. 15 When disconnecting the cable from the Acoustimass module, be sure to media ...Do not place strain on the audio input cable, especially on the cable may find it locks in place. Excessive strain on the connection to the connection at the Acoustimass module. Insert the telephone-style RJ-45 connector on the other end into each connector is built into the Speakers...
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...Media center rear panel Note: The FM jack (75 ohm) can be adversely affected by the media center. English System Installation Connecting the antennas You should connect the additional AM and FM antennas, included with your television. Experiment with the orientation of the media center (Figure 12). ... Plug the connector on the back panel of the antenna arms to the FM antenna jack. To do this service, contact your home. Connecting the FM antenna Plug the connector on a wall, follow the instructions enclosed with an outdoor antenna. Note: AM radio reception may be ...
...Media center rear panel Note: The FM jack (75 ohm) can be adversely affected by the media center. English System Installation Connecting the antennas You should connect the additional AM and FM antennas, included with your television. Experiment with the orientation of the media center (Figure 12). ... Plug the connector on the back panel of the antenna arms to the FM antenna jack. To do this service, contact your home. Connecting the FM antenna Plug the connector on a wall, follow the instructions enclosed with an outdoor antenna. Note: AM radio reception may be ...
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... center rear panel (Figure 12). • If the TV has both fixed (FIX) and variable (VAR) outputs, use your LIFESTYLE® system This video connection allows you to provide the analog connection along with RCA connectors on each end, or an optical cable, which Video IN jack is used. This simple set... of connections will find other options for your TV to the system The instructions below , the media center Video OUT is important to view DVDs and see LIFESTYLE® system menus. This may either be sure to prevent a loss ...
... center rear panel (Figure 12). • If the TV has both fixed (FIX) and variable (VAR) outputs, use your LIFESTYLE® system This video connection allows you to provide the analog connection along with RCA connectors on each end, or an optical cable, which Video IN jack is used. This simple set... of connections will find other options for your TV to the system The instructions below , the media center Video OUT is important to view DVDs and see LIFESTYLE® system menus. This may either be sure to prevent a loss ...
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... setting (not to be turned off : 1. 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 numbered connection you used on your TV. Turning off the speakers in your TV When you have to press it...; system, the speakers in your TV should be confused with a yellow RCA connector on each end. • Remember the connection you must select, using your TV remote, to see a DVD picture or LIFESTYLE® system menus on your TV, such as VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 3, because that is the video input you used...
... setting (not to be turned off : 1. 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 numbered connection you used on your TV. Turning off the speakers in your TV When you have to press it...; system, the speakers in your TV should be confused with a yellow RCA connector on each end. • Remember the connection you must select, using your TV remote, to see a DVD picture or LIFESTYLE® system menus on your TV, such as VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 3, because that is the video input you used...
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... other end of the power cord into the AC power jack on the connector panel of the Acoustimass module (Figure 14). 2. Figure 14 Power connection for the Acoustimass module AUDIO INPUT Acoustimass module connector panel L C R OUTPUTSTO CUBE SPEAKERS FRONT SURROUND Power switch | = ON O = OFF L ...R POWER 100-120/200-240VAC 50/60 Hz 350W MAX. Turn the Acoustimass module POWER switch to power Note: Bose recommends using a quality surge suppressor on all electronics equipment. Note: For dual voltage units (sold in certain areas), make sure the voltage setting...
... other end of the power cord into the AC power jack on the connector panel of the Acoustimass module (Figure 14). 2. Figure 14 Power connection for the Acoustimass module AUDIO INPUT Acoustimass module connector panel L C R OUTPUTSTO CUBE SPEAKERS FRONT SURROUND Power switch | = ON O = OFF L ...R POWER 100-120/200-240VAC 50/60 Hz 350W MAX. Turn the Acoustimass module POWER switch to power Note: Bose recommends using a quality surge suppressor on all electronics equipment. Note: For dual voltage units (sold in certain areas), make sure the voltage setting...
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...the DC POWER jack on the remote and snap it serves as the remote control antenna. it closed. DC power jack Media center connection panel Installing the remote control batteries Slide the battery compartment cover off of the back of your home theater, including your TV. ...See your Operating Guide for details. 20 Your remote control will need to be "taught" 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 ...
...the DC POWER jack on the remote and snap it serves as the remote control antenna. it closed. DC power jack Media center connection panel Installing the remote control batteries Slide the battery compartment cover off of the back of your home theater, including your TV. ...See your Operating Guide for details. 20 Your remote control will need to be "taught" 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 ...
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... the acoustic measurements will not disturb anyone. Note: The 220-240V LIFESTYLE ® 18 Series II system includes Disc 1 only. Allow approximately 20 minutes to follow the instructions for Disc 2 below. 21 Owners of the connections. The special headset, designed to take acoustic measurements during the process.... when everything is in place and you to be worn above your ears, enables you have made all of that your speakers are connected correctly. • Setup Disc 2 leads you through the ADAPTiQ audio calibration process, which tailors the sound of your speaker placement to...
... the acoustic measurements will not disturb anyone. Note: The 220-240V LIFESTYLE ® 18 Series II system includes Disc 1 only. Allow approximately 20 minutes to follow the instructions for Disc 2 below. 21 Owners of the connections. The special headset, designed to take acoustic measurements during the process.... when everything is in place and you to be worn above your ears, enables you have made all of that your speakers are connected correctly. • Setup Disc 2 leads you through the ADAPTiQ audio calibration process, which tailors the sound of your speaker placement to...
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... store them in a safe location. 22 Disc 2 will be instructed when to customize your system again if you move it rests above your LIFESTYLE® DVD system is complete and its performance is tailored to another room or significantly change the arrangement of the media center as shown below.... You may want to play , listen carefully and follow . Use the TV remote to the LIFESTYLE® system media center. 3. Select the video input connected to turn on page 21 at any time. Keep the headset and discs together in "Finishing the basic installation" on your...
... store them in a safe location. 22 Disc 2 will be instructed when to customize your system again if you move it rests above your LIFESTYLE® DVD system is complete and its performance is tailored to another room or significantly change the arrangement of the media center as shown below.... You may want to play , listen carefully and follow . Use the TV remote to the LIFESTYLE® system media center. 3. Select the video input connected to turn on page 21 at any time. Keep the headset and discs together in "Finishing the basic installation" on your...
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... Press the System button on . With larger TVs you follow the steps below: 1. See "Programming your LIFESTYLE® system remote to be turned on and off sensor is not included on your TV" in the ..., cable/satellite box, etc.) is the best location for attaching the sensor TV sensor jack Media center connection panel Note: For a projection TV, the bottom rear of the enclosure is selected. You will need to... select the TV brand and device code, as you may need to turn on LIFESTYLE® systems that use the sensor, you need to control your TV separately. Figure 19 TV ...
... Press the System button on . With larger TVs you follow the steps below: 1. See "Programming your LIFESTYLE® system remote to be turned on and off sensor is not included on your TV" in the ..., cable/satellite box, etc.) is the best location for attaching the sensor TV sensor jack Media center connection panel Note: For a projection TV, the bottom rear of the enclosure is selected. You will need to... select the TV brand and device code, as you may need to turn on LIFESTYLE® systems that use the sensor, you need to control your TV separately. Figure 19 TV ...
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To make this connection, use on the TV. Note: You need to purchase the video cables, contact your local electronics store or authorized Bose® dealer. You will depend on your preference and the type of the two Component video adapters provided with your media...VCRs and Cable/Satellite boxes. 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 the connections. • Make audio connections from the media center to the TV. It ...
To make this connection, use on the TV. Note: You need to purchase the video cables, contact your local electronics store or authorized Bose® dealer. You will depend on your preference and the type of the two Component video adapters provided with your media...VCRs and Cable/Satellite boxes. 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 the connections. • Make audio connections from the media center to the TV. It ...
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Most VCRs have already used the video and audio cables supplied with your LIFESTYLE® system, or your local electronics store or authorized Bose® dealer. Connect it directly to another cable to connect the media center (Composite Video OUT) to the TV. Note: If you need to purchase additional cables. Contact your VCR does...
Most VCRs have already used the video and audio cables supplied with your LIFESTYLE® system, or your local electronics store or authorized Bose® dealer. Connect it directly to another cable to connect the media center (Composite Video OUT) to the TV. Note: If you need to purchase additional cables. Contact your VCR does...
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... watch cable/satellite programs. Select the CBL/SAT sound source. Note: Additional cables may be purchased at an electronics store or authorized Bose® dealer. 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...
... watch cable/satellite programs. Select the CBL/SAT sound source. Note: Additional cables may be purchased at an electronics store or authorized Bose® dealer. 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...
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...to the TV Audio IN jacks on the media center and select the TV source on your LIFESTYLE® system remote. Select CBL/SAT on your TV. Note: To make the connections shown in the diagram and select VIDEO 4 on your home theater. Component video adapter Component ... adapters are provided. 27 English Figure 23 Component video connection Reference Using Component video connections Follow the connection diagram in Figure 23 to achieve the best video quality for DVD and cable/satellite viewing, while adding a VCR to your LIFESTYLE® system remote. Select that TV input. Refer...
...to the TV Audio IN jacks on the media center and select the TV source on your LIFESTYLE® system remote. Select CBL/SAT on your TV. Note: To make the connections shown in the diagram and select VIDEO 4 on your home theater. Component video adapter Component ... adapters are provided. 27 English Figure 23 Component video connection Reference Using Component video connections Follow the connection diagram in Figure 23 to achieve the best video quality for DVD and cable/satellite viewing, while adding a VCR to your LIFESTYLE® system remote. Select that TV input. Refer...
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To play, select that TV input and select TV audio on your LIFESTYLE® system remote. See Figure 24. 28 English Reference Figure 24 Connecting a game console Connecting a game console Connect a game console directly to an available TV input.
To play, select that TV input and select TV audio on your LIFESTYLE® system remote. See Figure 24. 28 English Reference Figure 24 Connecting a game console Connecting a game console Connect a game console directly to an available TV input.