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LIFESTYLE DVD HOME ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS WITH THE VS-2 VIDEO ENHANCER
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LIFESTYLE DVD
HOME ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS
WITH THE VS-2 VIDEO ENHANCER
Owner’s Guide
Guía de usario
Notice d’utilisation
©2009 Bose Corporation, The Mountain,
Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA
AM314478 Rev.00
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00.LIV_IG.book Page ii Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTIONS: Please read this guide Please take the time to follow the instructions in this guide � Use of controls or adjustments or performance of proce- carefully. They will help you set up and use your system dures other than those specified herein may result in properly so you can enjoy all of the advanced features. Please hazardous radiation exposure. The compac
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00.LIV_IG.book Page iii Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4T TAB 5 AB 6T TAB 7 AB 8 Class 1 laser product Important product registration This CD/DVD player is classified as a Registering your product entitles you to receive free system CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT according CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT upgrades to keep your product performing optimally. It also KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT to EN 60825-1:1994+A1+A2, LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE allows us to send you information about new produ
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00.LIV_IG.book Page iv Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English CONTENTS Connecting the video from your cable INTRODUCTION 2 or satellite box first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Adding audio from your cable or satellite box . 32 Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Including a digital audio connection . . . . . . . . 33 Simplifying your setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Adding
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00.LIV_IG.book Page v Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4T TAB 5 AB 6T TAB 7 AB 8 CONTENTS Getting the sound for your video . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Changing the on-screen language . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Other system options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Getting the video to appear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Adjusting the audio timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Using the system controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 2 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English INTRODUCTION Among the advanced features you can discover: Welcome � HDMI video inputs and output to your TV ® ® � Automatic video switching provided by the VS-2 Thank you for purchasing this Bose LIFESTYLE DVD video enhancer home entertainment system. This elegant and easy-to- ® use system delivers superior performance for both � Proprietary ADAPTiQ audio calibration system that music
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 3 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4T TAB 5 AB 6T TAB 7 AB 8 INTRODUCTION Simplifying your setup Unpacking the carton The detailed instructions that follow will guide you to: Carefully unpack your system and save all of the packing materials for safely shipping or transporting � Set up the system where you want it. the product. � Connect all of its part. If any part appears damaged, do not attempt to use it. ® Notify Bose or your authorized Bos
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 4 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English INTRODUCTION Included parts As you unpack the carton, you can check to be sure it includes these parts. ® ® LIFESTYLE 35/48 OR LIFESTYLE 28/38 (4) (1) (4) (1) ® ® ® ❏ Media center ❏ VS-2 ❏ Jewel Cube . ❏ Direct/Reflecting ❏ ADAPTiQ audio video enhancer speakers speakers calibration system ® LIFESTYLE 38/48 28/35 OR ® ❏ Remote control ❏ Acoustimass ❏ Audio input cable ❏ VS-2 cable ❏ SCAR
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 5 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4T TAB 5 AB 6T TAB 7 AB 8 INTRODUCTION Light Blue Brown White Purple Light Green ❏ Right ❏ Center ❏ Left ❏ Right Rear ❏ Left Rear speaker cable speaker cable speaker cable speaker cable speaker cable ❏ HDMI™ cable ❏ Component video ❏ S-Video cable ❏ Composite cable ❏ Stereo audio cable cable ❏ FM antenna ❏ AM antenna ❏ TV on/off sensor ❏ IR emitter cable ❏ Optical audio cable 5
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05.LIV_SystemPlacement.fm Page 6 Thursday, January 15, 2009 4:29 PM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English SYSTEM SETUP Choosing locations for the system 1 ® 5 Jewel Cube speakers OR ® 5 Direct/Reflecting speakers What you need to use: Media center Center speaker rubber feet ® Acoustimass module rubber feet VS-2 video Acoustimass enhancer module 6
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Front speakers Left Center Right 00.LIV_IG.book Page 7 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4T TAB 5 AB 6T TAB 7 AB 8 SYSTEM SETUP Keep these left and right speakers within 3 ft (1 m) Arranging the system around of the TV screen, so the sound and picture work your room together. For convenience in setting up your speakers, Bose At the front of your room: offers floor stands, table stands, and wall brackets. For the rear speakers, we also offer a wireless connect k
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Rear speakers Left Right 00.LIV_IG.book Page 8 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English SYSTEM SETUP Make sure: Positioning the rear speakers These two speakers perform at the back of the room to � To aim the speakers away from the listeners so the provide lifelike surround sound when it is needed for source of the sound is not obvious. special effects. � To rotate the top of all four of the vertical Toward the rear of your room: speakers that a
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Media center VS-2 00.LIV_IG.book Page 9 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4T TAB 5 AB 6T TAB 7 AB 8 SYSTEM SETUP 1. Place the media center Arranging the media center and VS-2 on a flat, stable surface. Keep both the media center and VS-2 video enhancer positioned for easy access in making connections. Allow space to lift the front cover and open the When the connections are complete, you can move the disc tray on the media two units into final position. center.
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 10 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English SYSTEM SETUP ® Keep the module at least 18 in (.5 m) from your TV Positioning the Acoustimass module to prevent interference and several feet (.8 m) from This speaker produces the deep bass sounds that audio or video tapes to prevent magnetic damage make you feel – not just hear – the on-screen action. to them. 1. Attach the four self- adhesive rubber feet to the bottom surfac
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 11 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4T TAB 5 AB 6T TAB 7 AB 8 SYSTEM SETUP Ways to prevent ventilation blocking: � Place the module where the rear vents are open to air flow. � Stand the module upright (BEST) or on a side Rear of the (ALTERNATE). ® Acoustimass module Make sure: � DO NOT stand the module on either end. � The module is NOT in an enclosure, on a bed or sofa, or on a surface that can block the ventilation openings. � All speaker
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 12 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English SYSTEM SETUP Looking over your finished placement TV 1. Check the overall arrangement of your system ® Acoustimass components. module Left Center Right The speaker positions around the room should follow a pattern similar to the one shown here. Note: If you are using accessory stands or brackets with the speakers, now is the time to follow the assembly instructions for setting them u
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Rear speaker cables 00.LIV_IG.book Page 13 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4T TAB 5 AB 6T TAB 7 AB 8 COMPLETE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS Connecting speaker cables 2 What you need to use: Front speaker cables Light blue Purple Brown White Light green ® Acoustimass module ® Jewel Cube speakers OR ® Direct Reflecting speakers 13
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 14 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English COMPLETE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 4. Route each cable from the Acoustimass module to Connecting all of the speakers the proper speaker as shown. 1. Locate the connection panel on the lower rear of ® Use the color on the plug that is inserted into the the Acoustimass module. module as your guide. Colored connectors Center speaker (C) Left Right speaker speaker (L) (R) 2. Match the color
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 15 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM English TAB 2 TAB 3 TAB 4T TAB 5 AB 6T TAB 7 AB 8 COMPLETE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ® 5. Use the letters L, C, R, LR, or RR marked on the For a Direct/Reflecting speaker: speaker end of each cable to verify which speaker a. Press the tab on the rear of the speaker to it connects to. expose the two connectors. 6. Connect this end to your speaker as follows. b. Insert the wire that has a red band into the red ® connector marked +. For a J
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00.LIV_IG.book Page 16 Monday, January 12, 2009 10:58 AM TAB 8 TAB 7 TAB 6 TAB 5 TAB 4 TAB 3 TAB 2 English COMPLETE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 1. Choose the AC power cord. Connecting the module 3 What you need to use: AC Power Audio cord input cable CAUTION: Do not plug the power cord into an AC (mains) outlet until all connections to the system are Arrow completed. 2. Locate the connector labeled AC Power on the Media Acoustimass module connection panel. center ® Acoustimass module 16
