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The Bose _ Lifestyle _ 50 System Owner's Guide October 17,2001 AM 189854 _ 05 _ V . pdf
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n , _ WARNING : Toreduce the risk of fire or electric shock , do not expose the system to rain or moisture . RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE RISK OFELECTRICALSHOCK DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVRIR AFIN DE PR _ VENIR UN CHOC € : LECTRIQUE NE PAS ENLEVER CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK , LE COUVERCLE ARRIERE . IL NE SE TROUVE A UINTERIEUR DO NOT REMOVE COVER ( OR BACK ) . NO USER - SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE . AUCUNE PIECE POUVANT ETRE REPAREE PAR REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL . L'USAGER . S'ADRESSER , _ UN REPARATEUR COMPETENT . These CAUTION marks may be located on the bottoms of your Lifestyle ® Personal ® music center , Acoustimass ® module , multi - room interface , and CD changer : 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 presence 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 I laser product mm This compact disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PROD - I c _ , LASER PRODUKT LASER LAITE LASER PRODUCT I LASER APPARAT UCT . The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the bottom I _ ° s ' _ ' 1 of the unit . 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 page enclosed with this owner's guide . 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 . Product manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories , Inc . " Dolby " and the double - D symbol are trade - marks of Dolby Laboratories , Inc . 2 October 17 , 2001 AM18985405 V . pdf
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1 . Read these instructions - for all components 14 . Refer all servicing to qualified service person - before using this product . nel . Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way : such as power - 2 . Keep these instructions - for future reference . supply cord or plug is damaged ; liquid has 3 . Heed all warnings - on the product and in the been spilled or objects have fallen into the owner's guide . apparatus ; the apparatus has been exposed to 4 . Follow all instructions . rain or moisture , does not operate normally , or 5 . Do not use this apparatus near water or has been dropped - Do not attempt to service this moisture - Do not use this product near a product yourself . Opening or removing covers may bathtub , washbowl , kitchen sink , laundry tub , in a expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards . Please call Bose to be referred to an authorized wet basement , near a swimming pool , or any - where else that water or moisture are present . service center near you . 15 . To prevent risk of fire or electric shock , avoid 6 . Clean only with a dry cloth - and as directed by Bose ® Corporation . Unplug this product from overloading wall outlets , extension cords , or the wall outlet before cleaning . integral convenience receptacles . 7 . Do not block any ventilation openings . 16 . Do not let objects or liquids enter the product - Install in accordance with the as they may touch dangerous voltage points or manufacturer's instructions - Toensure short - out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock . reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating , put the product in a position 17 . See product enclosure for safety related and location that will not interfere with its proper markings . ventilation . For example , do not place the product on a bed , sofa , or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings . Do not put it in a built - in Information about products that system , such as a bookcase or a cabinet that may generate electrical noise keep air from flowing through its ventilation openings . If applicable , this equipment has been tested and found 8 . Do not install near any heat sources , such to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device , as radiators , heat registers , stoves or other pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules . These limits are apparatus ( including amplifiers ) that pro - designed to provide reasonable protection against duce heat . harmful interference in a residential installation . This 9 . Do not defeat the safety purpose of the equipment generates , uses , and can radiate radio polarized or grounding - type plug . A polar - frequency energy and , if not installed and used in accor - ized plug has two blades with one wider dance with the instructions , may cause harmful interfer - than the other . A grounding - type plug has ence to radio communications . However , this is no two blades and a third grounding prong . The guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular wider blade or third prong are provided for installation . If this equipment does cause harmful interfer - your safety . If the provided plug does not fit ence to radio or television reception , which can be in your outlet , consult an electrician for determined by turning the equipment off and on , you are replacement of the obsolete outlet . encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or 10 . Protect the power cord from being walked more of the following measures : on or pinched , particularly at plugs , conve - nience receptacles , and the point where • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna . they exit from the apparatus . • Increase the separation between the equipment and 11 . Only use attachments / accessories speci - receiver . fied by the manufacturer . • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different 12 . Use only with the cart , stand , tripod , circuit than the one to which the receiver is connected . bracket or table specified by th ( _ • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV techni - manufacturer or sold with the cian for help . apparatus . When a cart is used , use caution when moving the Note : Unauthorized modification of the receiver or radio cart / apparatus combination to remote control could void the user's authority to operate avoid injury from tip - over . this equipment . This product complies with the Canadian ICES - 003 Class 13 . Unplug this apparatus during lightning B specifications . storms or when unused for long periods of time - to prevent damage to this product . AM189854 05 V . pdf October 17 , 2001 2a
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18 . Use proper power sources - Plug the product into Antenna grounding a proper power source , as described inthe operating Example of antenna grounding as per National Electrical instructionsor as marked on the product . Code , ANSI / NFPA 70 . 19 . Avoid power lines - Use extreme care when installingan outside antenna system to keep from touching power lines or circuits , as contact with them may be fatal . Do not installexternal antennas near overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits , nor where an antenna can fall into such circuits or power lines . * _ Antennaleadinwire 20 . Ground all outdoor antennas - If an external antenna or cable system isconnected to this / . . . . . . . . . . . . _ / 7 _ - , [ _ Antenna dischargeunit product , be sure the antenna or cable system is / _ u - J ( NEC SectiOn 810 - 20 ) grounded . This will provide some protection against I . . . . . - 7 1 / / / - Grounding conductors voltage surges and built - up static charges . L ueCtreLuSpe _ nt _ ) / / / _ ( NEC Section 810 - 21 ) Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI / _ _ . _ _ Ground eclampsgrounding NFPA No . 70 provides information with respect to - * _ Power servic proper grounding of the mast and supporting electrodesystem structure , grounding of the lead - in wire to an antenna ( NEC ART 250 , Part H ) discharge unit , size of grounding conductors , location of antenna - discharge unit , connection to grounding electrodes , and requirements for the ground electrode . Refer to the antenna grounding Note to CATV system installer illustrationon this page . This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820 - 40 of the NEC ( of USA ) that provides guidelines for proper grounding . In particu - lar , it specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building , as close to the point of cable entry as is practical . 2b October 17 , 2001 AM18985405 V . pdf
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Where to find . . . Setting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Unpacking the carton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Selecting the locations for your Lifestyle ® 50 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connecting your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Connecting your home theater components to the Lifestyle ® 50 system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Connecting other external components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Connecting the antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Connecting power to your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Setting up the Personal TM music center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Operating Your Lifestyle ® 50 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Turning on the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Using the Personal TM music center display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Listening to the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Listening to digital sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Operating the special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Listening to compact discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Using the system with external components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Fine - tuning your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Operating a Multi - Room Lifestyle ® 50 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Connecting additional rooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Operating in more than one room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Using more than one Personal TM music center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Maintaining Your Lifestyle @ 50 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Finding a misplaced Personal TM music center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Replacing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Cleaning the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Warranty period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Bose ® Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside back cover For your records Serial numbers are located on the bottom panels of the Personal music center , multi - room interface , CD changer , and the Acoustimass ® module . Personal music center serial number : Multi - room interface serial number : CD changer serial number : Acoustimass module serial number : Dealer name : Dealer phone : Purchase date : We suggest you keep your sales slip and warranty card together with this owner's guide . October 17 , 2001 AM18985405 V . pdf
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Before you begin Thank you for purchasing the Bose ® Lifestyle ® 50 system . Years of research lie behind this complete audio home entertainment system - the most advanced home theater system from Bose . Technological innovations that make the Lifestyle ® 50 system unique include the Bose PersonaF Mmusic center , which places all system operations in the palm of your hand , and tiny Jewel Cube ® speakers . The interactive Personal music center is a clear departure from convention , communicating with the system through a two - way radio data link . The result for you is full control of this entertainment system as you move about your home . The Bose Jewel Cube speakers are also far from conventional . Proprietary technologies ensure that these tiny speakers not only fill a room with sound , but also reproduce it more accurately than traditionally designed loudspeakers . The other elements of the Lifestyle ® 50 system are designed to be hidden from view : • The elegant Lifestyle ® CD changer , designed to give you flexibility in where it is placed • The hideaway powered Acoustimass ® module that delivers the rich , full , lifelike bass • The Bose multi - room interface , with four independent audio outputs that allow you to enjoy Bose sound throughout your home . Realism and impact Your Lifestyle ® 50 system is equipped with an all new Videostage ® decoder that uses digital signal processing . The result is increased surround sound realism and impact both for movie soundtracks and music recordings . The Videostage decoder processes analog formats , as well as two or even single - channel PCM and Dolby Digital bitstreams , and helps to deliver the acoustic experience of the movies right in your home . Compatibility Your system is fully compatible with : • Digital - audio bitstreams . Look for the symbol # u _ or the terms Dolby Digital or PCM on DVD - Video disks . Your Lifestyle ® 50 system cannot process MPEG - 2 or DTS digital bitstreams . • Surround - sound sources such as VCRs , stereo TVs , cable boxes and satellite receivers . Videostage decoding directs stereo information to the surround channels , so the sound of stereo broadcasts and rented or recorded tapes can approach that of your DVD disks . ° Surround - encoded analog or digital audio signals . Look for the terms Surround or Dolby Surround , or the symbol uu _ on tapes and discs , and the word " sur - round " preceding a TV broadcast . ° Stereo program material from TV , FM , CD and cassette . Videostage decoding delivers five channels , even when the original source contained only one or two . ° Monoaural program material . Videostage decoding can process a one - channel program into five - channel sound and direct the result to five independent speakers . Dialogue remains locked on - screen , while music and ambient effects fill the room . Automatic sound level monitoring and control Your enjoyment of movies is enhanced by Digital Dynamic Range ® compression . This technol - ogy automatically monitors and adjusts the volume to let you to hear soft sounds , particularly dialogue , but prevents you from being overwhelmed by loud special effects . This is especially useful for late night viewing - it eliminates the need to constantly adjust the volume . 4 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Unpacking the carton Carefully unpack your system . Save all packing materials for possible future use . The original packing materials provide the safest way to transport your Lifestyle ® 50 system . If any part of the product appears damaged , do not attempt to use the system . Notify Bose ® or your authorized Bose dealer immediately . Check to be sure your Lifestyle ® 50 system contains the parts identified in Figure 1 . Note : Find the serial numbers on the bottom panels of the Personaff Mmusic center , multi - room interface , CD changer , and Acoustimass _ module . Then write them on your warranty card and in the spaces provided on page 3 . , _ CAUTION : Be sure the three shipping screws on the bottom of the CD changer have been removed before setting up the system . , # _ WARNING : The Acoustimass module weighs 33 pounds ( 15 kg ) . Use good lifting practice to avoid injury . , _ WARNING : Toavoid danger of suffocation , keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children . Figure 1 What comes with your Personal TM Music Center Lifestyle _ 50 system : • Personal music center • CD changer AAA • Multi - room interface batteries ( 4 ) • Interface power pack * • 5 Jewel Cube ® speakers • 5 speaker cables Rubber feet ( 4 ) • Acoustimass module Acoustimass module CD changer • AC power ( mains ) cord * • 14 self - adhesive rubber feet AC power cord Interface power pack ( 4 for the module and 5 pairs for Jewel Cube the Jewel Cube speakers ) speakers • Audio input cable • CD changer cable Multi - room _ _ Audioinput cable CD magazine interface • Stereo cable Rubberfeet • 4 AAA batteries ( 5pairs ) • FM antenna Surroundspeakercables ( orangeconnectors ) • AM loop antenna • AM antenna base Antenna AM loop antenna • CD magazine Frontspeakercables ( blueconnectors ) base • Lifestyle ® system CD • Test CD Stereo cable FM antenna CD changer cable Test CD Lifestyle < ' system CD * Power cord and pack shown above are USA / Canada / Japan versions . Dual voltage systems include ! power cord , ! adapter _ , and 2 power packs . The power cords and packs for Europe , UK / Singapore , and Australia are shown below . Australia Europe UK / Singapore AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 5
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Selecting the locations for your Lifestyle ° 50 system When you place your speakers according to the guidelines below , a combination of reflected and direct sound provides the audio atmosphere of a home theater . You may experiment with the placement and orientation of the Jewel Cube ® speakers and Acoustimass ® module to produce the sound most pleasing to you . For more discussion of speaker placement and room acoustics , see " Fine - tuning your system " on page 36 . Jewel Cube speakers Follow these guidelines to select locations that provide the maximum home theater effect from your Lifestyle ® 50 system ( Figures 2 and 3 ) . CAUTION : Choose a stable and level surface for your Jewel Cube speakers . Vibration can cause the speakers to move , particularly on very smooth surfaces . For stability , peel off the backing from the two identical rubber feet and center them in the matching shapes on the bottom of each speaker . Left and right front speakers The sound from the left and right front speakers should seem to appear at the edge of the picture , so that the acoustic image is close to the size of the visual image ( Figure 2 ) . The front speaker cables allow up to 20 feet ( 6.1 m ) from the Acoustimass module . 1 . Place the left and right front speakers so that they line up with the center of the TV screen . 2 . Place them up to 3 feet ( 1 m ) from the edge of the TV screen . We recommend the 3 - foot ( 1 m ) maximum distance so that the sound does not become too separated from the picture . You may wish to vary this distance based on room condi - tions and personal preference . 3 . Direct one cube of each speaker forward . Direct the other cube toward the wall or in a different direction to create reflected sound . See the illustration of suggested reflected sound patterns in Figure 3 . j , Note : The Jewel Cube speakers are magnetically shielded so you can place them close to the TV without affecting picture quality . Center Figure 2 , , Recommended front speaker locations I Left front - - - - Right front 6 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Left Right Acoustimass Figure 3 front Center front module Speaker placement Left Rightnd surround surrou Center speaker The sound from the center speaker should appear to come directly from the center of the picture ( Figure 2 ) . The center speaker cable allows up to 20 feet ( 6.1 m ) from the Acoustimass module . Note : Do not place the speaker on its side , as this diminishes performance by blocking the Jewel Cube ports . 1 . Place the center speaker directly above or below the center of the TV screen , or at the closest convenient location . 2 . Align the speaker with the front of the TV screen ( not pushed to the back of the TV ) . 3 . Direct each cube speaker slightly away from center , to create a wider area of direct sound ( Figure 3 ) . Note : If you put the speakers in a bookcase unit , be sure to place each one at the front edge of the shelf . Placing speakers in an enclosed space can change the tonal quality of the sound . This effect is minimized if the shelves are filled with books . Surround speakers The surround ( rear ) speakers create an area of sound around the listener . Place them in the back half of your room . The surround cables allow up to 50 feet ( 15.2 m ) from the Acoustimass module . 1 . Place the speakers at ear height or higher , if possible . 2 . Adjust the rear surround speakers to direct the sound to the front and back of the listener ( Figure 3 ) . AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 7
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Acoustimass ° module Follow these guidelines to select a location for the Acoustimass module . Note : To avoid interference with the TV picture , place the Acoustimass module at least 18 inches ( 45 cm ) from the TV . 1 . Place the Acoustimass module along the same the wall or close to the same end of the room as the Jewel Cube ® speakers ( see the example along the front wall in Figure 3 ) . 2 . Select a convenient location - under a table , behind a sofa . Do not allow furniture or drapes to block the ventilation openings of the module . 3 . Place the Acoustimass module within reach of the audio input cable , speaker cables , and an AC power ( mains ) outlet . 4 . Select a position for the Acoustimass module ( Figure 4 ) . For proper ventilation , place it on the long edge , with the connectors facing the floor . An alternate position is on its largest side , with the bass and treble controls facing up . Do not place the module on either end , as shown by the last two views in Figure 4 . Figure 4 Acoustimassmodule positions nate position 5 . Once you have selected a position for the module , place the four self - adhesive rubber feet near the corners of the bottom surface . The rubber feet provide increased stability and protection from scratches . 6 . Aim the port ( the round opening ) into the room or along the wall to avoid blocking the port or creating too much bass . 7 . For best bass performance , do not place the port at equal distances from any two walls or from a wall and the ceiling . 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 . Multi - room interface Figure 5 Select a location for the multi - room interface . It may be placed out of sight if you like . Themulti - room interface 1 . Place the multi - room interface within 30 feet ( 9.1 m ) of the Acoustimass module ( the length of the audio input cable ) . 2 . Place the multi - room interface close enough to the sound sources ( TV , VCR , DVD , etc . ) to allow for cable length . If you need additional audio and / or video cables to connect all of your components , see your dealer or call Bose ® Customer Service . CD changer Select a convenient location for the CD changer . Figure 6 1 . Place the CD changer on a level surface . Allow enough room to lift the door . The CDchanger 2 . Place the CD changer close enough to the multi - room interface to allow for cable length of 6 feet ( 2 m ) . 8 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Connecting your system Once you have selected locations for your speakers , CD changer , and interface , connect the system . , _ CAUTION : Make sure all components are unplugged from the power outlet before you begin hooking up the system . Connecting the Jewel Cube ° speakers to the Acoustimass ° module 1 . Match each cable to the corresponding speaker location . • Front speaker cables have blue RCA connectors at one end , with L , R , or C molded into both the RCA connectors and the Jewel Cube connectors at the other end . • Surround speaker cables have orange RCA connectors at one end , with L or R molded into both the RCA connectors and the Jewel Cube connectors at the other end . 2 . Insert the Jewel Cube connector of each cable fully into the jack on the rear of one of the five speakers ( Figure 7 ) . 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 8 ) . • 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 . To lengthen the cable , connect speaker wire with male phono ( RCA ) plugs on each end to your supplied speaker cable . Use a female - to - female adapter ( " barrel " connector ) . Or , splice in 18 - gauge ( . 75 mm2 ) or thicker cord ( connecting + to + and - to - ) . To purchase extension wire , see your dealer or electronics store , or call Bose ® Customer Service . Figure 7 Ridge Notch Connecting speaker cables to Jewel Cube speakers AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 9
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Connecting the Acoustimass ° module to the multi - room interface Connect the module to the interface with the audio input cable ( Figure 8 ) . 1 . Insert the right - angle multi - pin connector on the audio input cable into the AUDIO INPUT jack on the module . Align the connector at the angle shown in Figure 8 . 2 . Plug the small black multi - pin connector ( flat side facing up ) into the jack marked ROOM A ( PRIMARY ) on the back of the interface . Note : The female RCA connector on the audio input cable is for connecting the digital output of a DVD player or other digital source to the system . See " Setting up a digital sound source " on page 12 . Note : Be sure that each connector is inserted completely into each jack . For information on connecting multi - room systems , see " Connecting additional rooms " on page 40 . Connecting the CD changer to the multi - room interface Connect the CD changer to the interface with the CD changer cable ( Figure 8 ) . 1 . Plug a blue multi - pin connector ( flat side facing up ) into the jack marked BOSE CD on the back of the interface . 2 . Plug the other blue multi - pin connector ( flat side facing left ) into the jack marked BOSE CD on the back of the CD changer . Note : Be sure that each connector is inserted completely into each jack . Surround speakers Front speakers Figure 8 Left Right ] I Right Center Left I Speakers , CD changer , andec - multi - room interface conn tions AUDIO INPUT Right - angle connector ROOM A multi - pin connector Interface power pack cord Digital audio source connector 10 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Connecting the Acoustimass ° module power ( mains ) cord , _ CAUTION : If you have a dual - voltage system , make sure the voltage selector switch on the Acoustimass module is set correctly . 1 . On a dual voltage system , the voltage selector switch is preset at the factory to be correct for your area . Check to be sure it is set for the proper voltage ( Figure 9 ) . Use 115V for North America ; 230V for Europe and Australia . In Europe , use the adapter plug provided . If you are in doubt , contact your local electric utility for the appropriate voltage setting . Note : Do not plug the AC power cord into a power outlet until all component connections are complete . 2 . Plug the small end of the power ( mains ) cord into the Acoustimass module AC power jack . Figure 9 Dual voltage Acoustimass module : voltage selector switch settings Connecting the multi - room interface power pack The multi - room interface comes with either a 100V , 120V , 230V , or 240V power pack . See Figures 1 and 10 . Dual voltage models include both the PS71 and PS72 power packs . CAUTION : Be sure to use the correct Bose ® power pack for your area . Using the wrong one may damage your power pack or your system . * Model PS71 , 120V in North America * Model PS72 , 230V in Europe * Model PS73 , 100V in Japan * Model PS74 , 230V in UK or Singapore * Model PS77 , 240V in Australia Figure 10 The AC power pack ( model PS71 shown ) Note : Do not plug the power pack into a power outlet until you complete all component connections . 1 . Firmly insert the small connector on the end of the power pack cable into the AC power jack on the back of the multi - room interface . 2 . Make sure that the power pack reaches an AC ( mains ) outlet . AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 11
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Connecting your home theater components to the Lifestyle ° 50 system There are many possible variations of equipment in a home theater system . In addition to the Lifestyle ® 50 system , a home theater typically includes a stereo or mono TV and stereo VCR . In a digital home theater system , the primary source may be a DVD player . Your home theater might also include other types of equipment such as cable TV , laserdisc players , CDI players , additional VCRs , and a satellite decoder . Note : A mono TV only serves as a cfisplay for the video , not as a source for the aucfio . In order for the Lifestyle ® 50 system to provide home theater effects , the program material must be in stereo or surround - encoded , and the device playing the material must be stereo . Look for the word " surround " on the tape , CD , or preceding the TV broadcast . To hear stereo or surround sound from encoded video tapes , you must have a stereo ( HiFi ) VCR . While not all VCRs deliver stereo , all CD , DVD , and CDI players and nearly all laserdisc players do . Note : Line level outputs from most VCRs or laserdisc players are fixed . If your VCR , laserdisc player , or other video sound source has fixed and variable outputs , use the fixed outputs . Setting up a digital sound source Connect a DTV or DVD player's digital output directly to the female RCA jack on the audio input cable . Connect the DVD player's analog output to the AUX inputs of the multi - room interface . If your Lifestyle ® system receives a valid digital signal , including PCM or Dolby Digital bitstreams , this digital sound is used . If no valid digital signal is received , your system selects the analog signal sent to the AUX inputs . The analog signal is processed by the Videostage ® decoder to give you excellent home theater sound . If your digital audio source has an optical connector , you will need an adapter with an RCA ( coaxial ) connector . Consult your dealer or contact Bose ® . Note ; Ensure the connection between the digital source and the Lifestyle ® system is made using a 3 to 6 foot ( 1 to 2 m ) standard audio cable or video cable . For longer lengths , use a 75 ohm cable . Figure 11 DTV or DVD analog outputs to AUX inputs Non - digital video sound source outputs to VIDEO inputs Video sound source connec - tions to the multi - room interface Setting up a video sound source The Lifestyle ® 50 system has two sets of video sound inputs , VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 , for your non - digital video sound sources , such as your TV or VCR ( Figure 11 ) . Note ; Your LifestyleS50 system includes one 6 - foot ( 1.8 m ) stereo cable to connect the right ( R ) and left ( L ) audio outputs from a component to the multi - room interface inputs . Cables may also be supplied with your components . If needed , audio cables are available at many electronics stores , or call Bose . Most audio cables are color coded . Match red connectors to right ( R ) jacks and black or white connectors to left ( L ) jacks . 12 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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How to set up your home theater There are two basic methods for setting up your home theater . It is best to connect compo - nents directly to the Lifestyle ® 50 multi - room interface , and select the sound source using the PersonaF Mmusic center . A second option is to use a stereo TV as the switching center to select the sound source . In each example , the analog outputs from the DVD player or other digital device are connected to the AUX inputs . You may need extra long audio cables or extensions for some of these connections . Preferred method : Connect video sound sources directly to the Lifestyle ° 50 system ( Figure 12 ) You may connect up to three video sound sources directly to your Lifestyle ® 50 system . For example , connect the analog outputs of your DVD player to AUX , the VCR fixed outputs to VIDEO 1 , and the TV to VIDEO 2 on the back of the multi - room interface . Connect the coaxial digital audio output from your DVD player to the female RCA coaxial connector on the audio input cable ( connecting the multi - room interface with the module ) using a male - to - male RCA audio cable . If a valid digital signal is received by the Lifestyle ® 50 system through the audio input cable , the system plays that audio source . If no valid digital signal is received , the system selects the analog audio signal sent to AUX . When connecting your - IV . " • Connect the TV fixed audio outputs to the VIDEO 2 inputs on the multi - room interface . • Turn the TV speakers off or the volume all the way down . ( If there is an internal / external speakers switch , select external speakers . Do not connect any speakers to the TV . ) • Turn off any special TV settings such as expanded stereo , mega - bass , phantom or SAR They prevent proper surround sound processing through your Lifestyle ® system . Set the TV balance control to the center of the dial or range . Set tone controls to flat or the middle position ( neutral ) . Set TV to the stereo position . ) ut Figure 12 Preferred home theater connec - tions to the Lifestyle _ 50 system DVD player Multi - room interface L I : _ v Cable TV VCR TV To the module AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 13
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Alternate method : Connect video sound sources to your TV ( Figure 13 ) If your stereo TV has fixed audio outputs ( audio outputs that do not change when you adjust the TV volume ) and it allows you to select the source of the signal ( VCR , laserdisc , cable , etc . ) , then you can : • Connect your DVD player L and R outputs to the AUX inputs of the multi - room inter - face . • Connect the DVD video output to one of the video inputs on the TV . • Connect the coaxial digital audio output from your DVD player to the female RCA connection on the audio input cable ( connecting the multi - room interface with the module ) using a male - to - male RCA cable . • Connect the TV fixed audio outputs to the VIDEO 1 inputs of the multi - room interface . • Turn the TV speakers off or the volume all the way down . ( If there is an internal / external speakers switch , select external speakers . Do not connect any speakers to the TV . ) • Turn off any special TV settings such as expanded stereo , mega - bass , phantom or SAR They prevent proper surround processing through your Lifestyle ® system . • Set the TV balance control to the center of the dial or range . • Set tone controls to flat or the middle position ( neutral ) . • Set TV to the stereo position . Note : If necessary , as a second choice , you can use the variable audio outputs from your stereo TV . Turn off or disconnect the TV's speakers and leave the volume control up - close to the maximum setting . Note : If you connect your stereo VCR through your stereo TV , do not use coaxial cable . Instead , connect the VCR L and R audio outputs to the TV L and R audio inputs to ensure proper stereo and surround sound . Digital audio output Figure 13 Multi - room interface Alternate home theater connec - tions to the Lifestyle _ 50 system DVD player TV VCR eeoeoooe To the Acoustimass module 14 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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About the video source Your TV is the display for the video ( picture ) signal . Thus , the video signal must be connected directly to the TV . Do not connect it to the Lifestyle ® 50 system . Note : For assistance with video connections between your DVD player and / or VCR and TV , see your video components manuals . Note : There is no video signal input ( usually a yellow - coded jack ) on the multi - room inter - face . The VIDEO INPUT jacks are for audio from a video source . Connecting other external components Use standard RCA audio cables to connect other components to your Lifestyle ® system ' s multi - room interface , matching the red connector to R ( right ) and white ( or black ) connector to L ( left ) . You can use a Y - adapter ( available at electronics stores ) to connect a mono source . Tape deck To use an external tape recorder ( analog audio cassette , analog open reel , digital audio tape , or Digital Compact Cassette ) , connect the inputs ( REC ) of the tape deck to the interface RECORD OUT jacks . Connect the outputs ( PLAY ) from the tape deck to the interface TAPE IN jacks . See Figure 14 . Laserdisc player or additional CD changer To use one of these components , connect its audio outputs to the multi - room interface VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 , or AUX ( if not used for a digital source ) input jacks , matching the red plug to R ( right ) and black or white plug to L ( left ) . See Figure 14 . Turntable To connect a turntable , you need a phono preamplifier ( with RIAA equalization ) . You can order the appropriate model ( PN 252603 ) from Bose ® Customer Service ( See the inside back cover for locations and phone numbers . ) . Connect the audio outputs of the phono preamplifier to the interface VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 , or AUX ( if not used for a digital source ) input jacks , matching the red plug to R ( right ) and black or white plug to L ( left ) . Note : The Lifestyle ® 50 system cannot turn on or off a connected component . Figure 14 Connecting external compo - nents Outputs Inputs DVD player , other VCR , TV , VCR , TV , Tapedeck digital source , or or laserdisc or laserdisc other device AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 15
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Connecting the antennas The rear panel of your multi - room interface provides connections for the supplied AM and FM antennas ( Figure 15 ) . Untie and straighten the bundled wires on each antenna . Antennas provide better reception when their wires are fully extended . Figure 15 Coaxial ( 75 _ - 2 ) AM antenna FM antenna jack jack The antenna connections FM antenna connections Figure 16 1 . Plug the FM antenna connector into the FM ANTENNA jack on the back of the interface . TheFM dipole antenna and 2 . Spread out the antenna arms . Experiment with both the placement and the angle of this AM loop antenna antenna to provide optimum FM reception . Note : A central antenna or cable , or an outdoor FM antenna , may be used with the antenna connections . To install an outdoor antenna , consult a quafified installer Follow all safety instructions . AM antenna connections Note : Toinstall the AM antenna on a wall , follow the instructions enclosed with the antenna . 1 . Plug the AM antenna microplug into the AM ANTENNA jack on the interface . 2 . Stand the loop antenna on the base , following the instructions enclosed with the antenna . 3 . Move the loop part of the antenna as far away from the multi - room interface as possible , but at least 20 inches ( 50 cm ) away , and at least 4 feet ( 1.2 m ) from the Acoustimass module . Experiment with the orientation of the loop for optimum AM reception . Connecting to a cable radio signal To connect your system to the FM signal available from some cable TV companies , contact your cable provider for assistance . The connection is made to the FM 75 £ _ EXTERNAL antenna connector on the back of the interface . CAUTION : Be certain that the installation includes a signal splitter so that only the FM band , not the cable TV band , is transmitted to the system . It is necessary to use a splitter that filters the signal to prevent any re - emissions of the TV spectrum through the system . 16 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Connecting power to your system Plug the Acoustimass ® module power cord into an AC power ( mains ) outlet . Then plug in the multi - room interface power pack . Note : Yourspeakers will not operate unless you complete all cable and power connections before turning on the system . , _ CAUTION : Be sure the three shipping screws on the bottom of the CD changer have been removed before turning on the system . Setting up the PersonaF Mmusic center Set up the Personal music center after the rest of the system is connected and plugged in . Note : When batteries are first installed in the music center , it sets up a radio - frequency link with the closest multi - room interface . 1 . Hold the music center within a few feet of the multi - room interface . 2 . Slide open the battery compartment on the back of the music center ( Figure 17 ) . 3 . Insert 4 AAA or IEC - R03 1.5V batteries , or the equivalent , as shown . Match the + and - symbols on the batteries with the + and - markings inside the compartment . 4 . Slide the battery compartment cover back into place . 5 . Turn the music center over and touch the screen to wake it up if it appears blank . Press ON / OFF , FM , or any other source button to turn the system on . If the music center continuously displays " NO RESPONSE , " you need to try to establish its link with the multi - room interface again . Hold the music center close to the multi - room interface . Press and hold MUTE for about 5 seconds until you hear a beep and then release . After about 10 seconds , the music center should beep twice to confirm that the link is established . Figure 17 Battery compartment cover 4 AAA Installing batteries and waking batteries up the display for the first time a , Install batteries b , Turn over and wake up display Note : Replace the batteries when the LOW BATTERY message first appears . See " Replac - ing batteries " on page 44 . Alkaline batteries are recommended . AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 17
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Turning on the system You are ready to enjoy your new Lifestyle ® system . Your Personal TM music center places complete control of the system operations in your hands . The center is portable , communi - cating with the rest of the system through a two - way radio - frequency link . The display is backlit for easy viewing , and provides visual feedback of current system operations and available options . To allow for maximum battery life , the display and backlight turn off a short time after your last button press . You only need to touch the screen to wake up the music center . • To learn more about the display , see " Using the Personal music center display " on pages 20 - 21 . • To operate the AM / FM radio , see " Listening to the radio " on pages 26 - 28 . • To operate the CD changer , see " Listening to compact discs " on pages 29 - 34 . To verify your system setup , listen to the instructions on the Test CD . • To control external components , see " Using the system with external components " on page 35 . • To use your system in multiple rooms , see " Operating in more than one room " on pages 41 - 43 . Turning the system on 1 . Touch the music center screen to wake up the display ( Figure 18 ) . The last display that you used appears on the screen . 2 . Press ON / OFF to turn the system on to the last source used , or press a SOURCE button ( FM , AM , CD , VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 , TAPE , AUX ) to select and turn on that source ( Figure 19 ) . Note : Initially , the AM and FM sources turn on in 2 - speaker mode ( front right and front left ) . All other sources initially turn on in 5 - speaker mode . To change the speaker settings , see " Selecting the number of speakers " on page 22 . Figure 18 Wakingup the display Figure 19 Tumingon a source Turning the system off • Press the ON / OFF button . 18 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Adjusting the volume • Touch the VOLUME • ( up ) or • ( down ) button to raise or lower the volume . • Volume settings range from 0 to 100 . Volume settings are displayed while being adjusted . • If the volume was above 80 when the system was turned off , it will turn on at 80 ( to prevent surprising you with an extremely high volume ) . Muting your system • Press the MUTE button to silence the system . MUTE flashes on the display when the system is muted . • Press MUTE again or VOLUME • to restore volume to the muted speakers . Using the sleep timer • Press the SLEEP button to access the sleep timer for automatic shutoff . The display flashes a sleep time of 30 minutes or the most recent sleep time setting ( Figure 20 ) . The SLEEP indicator is also flashing . • Use the arrow buttons to set the sleep timer to 1 to 99 minutes . • Press the START button to start the counter . The START button disappears and a CLEAR button appears at the bottom of the display . Figure 20 Before pressing START . . . The SLEEP indicator flashes Set time with arrow buttons TheSLEEPdisplay DONE n - nnr ' 0 " < ] 9 , , . , , , / / PressSTARTto begincountdown After pressing START . . . SLEEP DONE © • CLEAR The CLEAR button is shown and the START button disappears While the sleep timer is running , you can : • Press CLEAR to cancel the timer . • Press DONE to exit from the SLEEP display . • Press SLEEP again to view the time remaining . The selected SLEEP time is remembered by the music center . The next time SLEEP is selected , the display shows the last SLEEP time used . AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 19
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Using the Personal TM music center display The music center display provides information on the system functions . The display offers different combinations of buttons to provide control of the function you are using . Sometimes an item on the display will flash to provide information about a system function . When an item flashes faster , it is alerting you to a needed action . Using the primary buttons The primary buttons ( ON / OFF , SLEEP , MENU , VOLUME and MUTE ) are located at the left and right sides of the display . Figure 21 Source display Primarys area button buttons r The display showing the primary Primary / I buttons , SOURCE buttons , and KEYPAD buttons FP ] PRESET C > J @ L SOURCE f KEYPAD buttons buttons Current status display Using the SOURCE buttons The seven source buttons provide direct access to the three built - in sources ( FM , AM , CD ) and up to four external components connected to the system . The Lifestyle ® system can select an external component and adjust the volume , but it cannot turn a connected compo - nent on or off . Use the SOURCE button to show or hide the source buttons . Using the KEYPAD buttons The numeric buttons provide direct access to commonly used features of the three built - in sources ( FM , AM , CD ) . The < or I _ arrow symbol to the left or right of the KEYPAD button indicates whether you are using the keypad for presets or tuning ( in FM or AM mode ) , or selecting disc or track ( in CD mode ) . Use the KEYPAD button to show or hide the keypad buttons and select PRESETor TUNE , or DISC or TRACK . Using the current status display The center of the screen displays information about the current status of the system . The top of the status area indicates which source is selected or if the power is off . The next three lines let you set tuner or CD functions , using the < _ or [ _ arrow buttons to adjust the settings . The center area also includes indication of CD modes such as RANDOM and REPEAT , or if the SLEEP function is on . 20 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Using the MENU items The menu items are selected by pressing the MENU button to step through the list until the function you want is displayed . Menu items are available in the list if they are applicable to the current state of the system . You can exit from any menu item by pressing DONE or ON / OFF or pressing MENU until you return to the main screen . Figure 22 Frq DONE Selecting MENU items - one at a time STEREO < B ] . S SEEK PRESET STORE MENU items display area PRESETS You can preset a maximum of 25 FM and 25 AM radio stations . In addition to using the PRESETS menu , you can set presets directly from the KEYPAD buttons . See pages 27 - 28 . WIPE SCREEN Select this option when you need to wipe the display to clean off fingerprints , etc . WIPE SCREEN allows you 20 seconds to clean the display without affecting the system operations . See " Cleaning the Personal TM music center " on page 45 . CD OPTIONS Select this option to create and edit a CD play list even if you are listening to another source . If you are in CD mode , you can also select random and repeat play . See " Using the CD OPTIONS menu " on pages 32 - 34 . SPEAKERS Use this option to select the number of speakers you want to listen to , and adjust surround and center speaker volume levels . See " Selecting the number of speakers " on page 22 . RECORD OUT Use this option to select which source is directed to the RECORD OUT ( line out ) jacks , allowing you to listen to one source while recording another . See " Using a tape recorder with your system " on page 35 . SIGNAL LEVELS The SIGNAL LEVELS option allows you to read the received signal strength of AM and FM radio stations . It also allows you to equalize the volume levels of externally connected components . See " Optimizing AM / FM radio reception " on page 36 , or " Equalizing the volume levelsof external sources " on page 37 . AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 21
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Listening to the system Your Lifestyle ® 50 system uses digital signal processing to bring even greater realism and impact to both movies and music recordings . Built - in Dolby Digital decoding delivers up to 5.1 discrete audio channels ( that is , five for the independent Jewel Cube ® speakers and one for rich bass from the Acoustimass ® module ) from DVD , digital TV , next - generation cable boxes , and satellite receivers . With analog formats , as well as for two - channel PCM and Dolby Digital bitstreams , Videostage ® decoding steers front information to the left , center , and right , and directs surround information to the left and right rear channels . As a result , the sound of stereo broadcasts and rented or recorded tapes can approach that of your DVD discs . In addition , Videostage decoding can process a one - channel program and direct five - channel sound to five independent speakers . Dialogue remains locked on - screen , while music and ambient effects fill the room to increase your listening enjoyment . You may choose to listen through two , three , or five speakers . Traditional stereo may be enjoyed through two or more speakers . Listening through three or five speakers helps anchor the dialogue of movies to the picture and provides a more solid image for music vocals . For the greatest surround effect , listening through five speakers gives you the most convincing sound experience . Selecting the number of speakers Initially , the AM and FM sources turn on in 2 - speaker mode ( front right and front left ) . All other sources initially turn on in 5 - speaker mode . To change the speakers setting , press the MENU button until SPEAKERS is displayed ( Figure 23 ) . Use the < _ or [ _ arrow buttons to change speaker mode from 5 to 3 or 2 . Speaker settings are remembered for source and room . Figure 23 RUX DONE Speaker selection display SPEAKERS < J CENTER SURPOUND Adjusting center and surround levels The SPEAKERS selection display ( Figure 23 ) also allows you to adjust the volume levels of the center and surround speakers . At the factory , these levels are set to zero . To adjust them , press the MENU button until SPEAKERS is displayed . Then use the < _ Jor [ _ arrow buttons to adjust the levels . • The CENTER level can be adjusted to soften or emphasize center speaker image . • The SURROUND level can be adjusted to move the surround information forward in the room or further to the rear . The system remembers the center and surround level settings for the room in which they were adjusted . 22 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Using enhanced mode for movie soundtracks Pressing VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 initially turns the system on in enhanced mode , with bass and treble settings specially designed for proper playback of movie soundtracks . Enhanced mode is turned on or off using the FILM BASS button on the display ( Figure 24 ) . When enhanced mode is on , the words FILM BASS appear on the display . Pressing TAPE initially turns the system on in the standard listening mode . FILM BASS cannot be engaged for AM , FM or CD . Note : Enhanced mode provides more bass and less treble , as is specified for proper playback of movie soundtracks . Figure 24 Selecting enhanced mode VIDEn FILM BASS ( FILM BASS ) for movie 1 RLM BASS soundtracks $ 0 VOLUME Using simulated surround for mono movie material Bose ® Videostage ® decoding can process a one - channel program into five - speaker sound , directing the signals so that dialogue remains locked on - screen , while music and ambient effects fill the room . You experience a surround sensation , providing extra enjoyment when you watch older , pre - stereo movies . This feature can be used for mono TV , FM , and AM programs . It is automatically turned on when a Dolby Digital bitstream indicates that it contains a mono program . For other mono program sources , you can engage or disengage this feature using the PersonaF Mmusic center . Press MENU and hold it until drc or lch ' 5 appears on the display . If drc is displayed , press either of the top < _ or [ _ arrow buttons to select lch ' 5 ( Figure 25 ) . Then use the lower < _ or [ _ arrow buttons to select between On or - - ( Off ) . Initially , this feature is On for AM and off ( - - ) for all other sources . If you change the setting for any source , the system is reset to these settings when you turn off a room . Figure 25 Fr ] Selecting five - speaker sound for a moRe source Ich : S S > AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 23
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Digital Dynamic Range ° compression This feature automatically monitors and adjusts the volume to let you hear soft sounds ( particularly dialogue ) , but reduces the chance of you being overwhelmed by a loud special effect such as an explosion . Digital Dynamic Range compression is initially disengaged for all sound sources . You can engage or disengage Digital Dynamic Range compression using the Personal music center . Press MENU and hold it for about two seconds . You should see drc on the display . If not , press the left or right arrow button until drc is displayed . Using the left or right arrow button below drc , select On or - - ( Off ' ) ( Figure 26 ) . The music center remembers your settings in the event of a power loss . Figure 26 FM Selecting Digital Dynamic Range compression drc Listening to digital sound Turning on the digital audio source Turn on the DVD player , DTV , or other digital audio source . Make sure a disc is loaded in the DVD player . Turning on the system and choosing digital sound Press AUX to turn your system on to play digital sound . If your Lifestyle ® system does not receive a valid PCM or Dolby Digital bitstream , it will automatically select the analog signal connected to the AUX jacks on the multi - room interface . Selecting listening material To select material with compatible digital - audio bitstreams , look for the terms PCM or Dolby Digital , or the symbol uu _ on DVD - Video discs . Your Lifestyle ® 50 system cannot process MPEG - 2 or DTS digital bitstreams . Make sure a connection is made between your DVD player or Digital TV's digital audio output and your system's digital audio input . To select surround - encoded analog or digital audio material , look for the terms Surround or Dolby Surround , the symbol uu _ on tapes and discs , or the word " surround " preced - ing a TV broadcast . You can listen to any program material in five - speaker ( surround sound ) mode , though you may not hear sound from all five speakers all the time . Some monaural and stereo materials will not cause sound to be directed to the surround speakers . Even with surround - encoded material there are times when no sounds are directed to the surround speakers . 24 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Operating the special features See " Listening to the system " on pages 22 - 24 for a more detailed explanation of these special features . Enhanced mode The mode is When you select To change this Press the FILM BASS button . VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 Enhanced ( FILM BASS on ) Press the FILM BASS button . TAPE , AUX Standard ( FILM BASS off ) Standard CD , AM or FM Not applicable . You cannot select enhanced mode for CD , AM or FM . Simulated surround ( monaural into 5 speakers ) Simulated surround is When your audio source is To change this ON Press and hold the MENU AUX source with Mono Dolby button . Select lch : 5 and Digital , AM switch to - - ( Off ) . Press and hold the MENU Anything else OFF button . Select lch : 5 and switch to On . Digital Dynamic Range ° compression When you select Digital Dynamic Range is To change this Press and hold the MENU Any SOURCE OFF button . Select drc and switch to On . AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 25
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Listening to the radio Your Lifestyle ® system has a built - in AM / FM radio . Good AM / FM radio reception depends on the location and orientation of the AM and FM antennas . See " FM antenna connections " and " AM antenna connections " on page 16 for proper antenna installation . See " Optimizing AM / FM radio reception " on page 36 for help with antenna adjustment . Turning the system on and choosing the radio Press FM or AM to turn your system on to the most recently selected FM or AM station . If the system is already on , use the FM or AM button to select either of these sources . Setting radio channel spacing On some multi - room interfaces , the AM and FM channel spacing can be set for North America ( US : 10 kHz for AM and 200 kHz for FM ) or Europe ( EU : 9 kHz for AM and 50 kHz for FM ) . Select the channel spacing most appropriate for your area . To change between US and EU channel spacing , press and hold the SOURCE button for two seconds . Press either arrow button until tunr appears . Using the arrow buttons select US or EU . Press DONE to exit . Selecting FM or AM Press the FM or AM SOURCE button to turn on the radio band desired . Select a station by tuning manually , seeking a strong station , or selecting a preset station . Manually tuning a radio station To manually tune a radio station , press the _ ( decrease ) or [ _ ( increase ) arrow button on either side of the frequency display to change the frequency in small steps ( Figure 27 ) . Or , press the KEYPAD button until the indicator arrow I _ points toward TUNE . Then use the number buttons to enter the frequency of the station you want to tune . The left - most digit is entered first and the display flashes while you enter more digits . When you have entered the station frequency , the system selects that station or the closest valid station . Figure 27 Totune a station , use up / down arrow keys , or pointthe KEYPADto TUNEand enternumbers , Tuning the radio from the FM source display PRESET _ I _ TUNE Fm pRESET Receiving FM stereo or monaural broadcasts When receiving sufficiently strong FM stereo broadcast signals , the radio automatically receives in the stereo mode ; the STEREO indicator appears on the display . Weak stereo signals are received in the monoaural mode ( the STEREO indicator is off ) . To force the tuner to receive in stereo mode only , press and hold the center of the station display until you hear a high - pitched beep . To receive in monaural mode only , press and hold until you hear a low - pitched beep . However , even though you may have forced the stereo mode , monaural broadcast material is still heard in monaural . Retuning the station cancels any forcing . 26 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Receiving AM stations Normally , the AM radio receives sufficiently strong AM stations using a wide bandwidth filter . If you experience difficulty tuning to a weak AM station , you can force the AM tuner to use a narrow bandwidth filter to eliminate interference from other stations . To force the tuner to use a narrow bandwidth filter , press and hold the center of the station display until you hear a low - pitched beep . To switch back to the wide bandwidth filter , press and hold until you hear a high - pitched beep . Retuning the station cancels any forcing . Seeking the strongest stations Press either the < _ or [ _ SEEK arrow button to tune to the next strong station . Selecting a preset station You can select a preset station using the < ] or D PRESET arrow buttons or the KEYPAD . To use the KEYPAD , press the KEYPAD button until the indicator arrow _ 1 points toward PRESET . Then enter the number of the preset station you want . Note : If you have not selected a valid preset location , the system remains at the current setting . Setting a station preset Your Lifestyle ® system can store up to 25 FM and 25 AM station presets . You can set presets using the STORE button , KEYPAD , preset number display area , or PRESETS menu . Setting a preset using the STORE button During normal AM / FM radio operation when the keypad is not displayed , you can see the STORE button at the bottom of the screen . To store a preset in the next available location , press and hold the STORE button until the music center beeps and the new preset number appears . Using the KEYPAD to quick - store presets You can quick - store presets in locations 1 through 9 . Hold down any KEYPAD number button from 1 to 9 until the music center beeps and the new preset number appears . Setting a preset using the preset number display You can quick - store a station using the PRESET number display . Press and hold down the display area between the PRESET arrow buttons ( dashes or a preset number are displayed ) until the system beeps . After the beep , the new preset number is shown . This stores a new preset at the next available preset number . Use the PRESETS menu ( page 28 ) if you want to change a preset to a different station . Note : If the display says FULL after pressing the PRESET number display area , no more presets are available . See " Erasing a preset station " on page 28 . Figure 28 Setting presets using the PRESET number display or STEREO KEYPAD B7 . 9 ® SEEK PRESET J / Pressand holdhereto storea preset , orto quick - storea preset , press and holdany button 1through 9 AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 27
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Setting presets using the PRESETS menu You can set station presets using the PRESETS menu which is available only when AM or FM is the selected source . To set a preset station : 1 . Select the AM or FM source . 2 . Press the MENU button once to access the PRESETS menu ( Figure 29 ) . 3 . Select an unused preset number and then a station using the arrow buttons . Stations can also be selected using SEEK or the KEYPAD . Any preset number not used flashes on the display . 4 . Press the STORE button to set the selected station to a selected preset number . To confirm a stored preset , the music center displays the station frequency and a CLEAR button ( Figure 30 ) . The CLEAR button appears whenever you select a stored preset , giving you the option of erasing the setting . Figure 29 DONE Selecting a station for a preset STEREO B7 . 9 SEEK pRESET STORE Figure 30 DONE After setting a station as preset 3 102.5 PRESET CLEAR Erasing a preset station To erase a preset station , press MENU once to access the PRESETS menu . Select the preset number you want to erase and press CLEAR . Managing your preset stations Using the PRESETS menu makes it easier to organize your preset stations , and store a specific station in a specific preset location . Here are some tips : • Since any station can be assigned to more than one preset number , you can reserve a group of preset numbers for each household member to allow for different preferences . • You can reserve different number groups for different types of stations . • For easy reference , you may want to keep a written record of your presets . 28 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Listening to compact discs Using the CD changer You can load the CD changer with up to six compact discs at a time . Loading discs into the CD magazine To load the CD magazine , hold it as shown in Figure 31 . Insert up to six discs , label side up . Take care to place only one disc in each slot . Note the slot numbers 1 through 6 , from bottom to top , on the front edge window . These numbers correspond to the CD numbers on the display . CAUTION : Do not insert more than one disc into any slot . Forcing two discs into one slot could cause them to become stuck , and could damage the discs , the CD magazine , or the CD changer . Note : If a disc is upside - down , it does not play . The display flashes the disc number . Figure 31 Loading and ejecting a CD Ii Ejecting discs from the CD magazine Press the white lever that corresponds to the disc you want to eject . This ejects the disc far enough for you to grasp the edge and remove it from the magazine ( Figure31 ) . Loading the CD magazine into the CD changer Open the CD changer door . Insert the CD magazine fully into the CD changer , following the direction of the arrow on the magazine ( Figure32 ) . Ejecting the CD magazine from the CD changer Press the EJECT button , at the lower left of the magazine slot , to remove the magazine ( Figure 32 ) . If a CD is playing , pressing the EJECT button stops the CD , replaces it inthe magazine , and ejects the magazine . Figure 32 Loading and unloading the CD magazine Eject button AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 29
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Turning the system on and choosing the CD changer Press the CD source button to select the CD changer . If the system is off , this turns it on at the same time . When you press CD , the CD changer display ( Figure 33 ) appears on the display . If a CD has been loaded , it begins to play . If no disc is installed , a noCd message is displayed . Note : Toprevent excessive wear on the CD mechanism , CD play or random play operations automatically stop after 24 hours . Figure 33 Skip DISCor ScanCDard Elapsed play time Scan CD Skip CDISCK The CD changer display TRACK backw for current track forward or TRA / backward _ / _ forward / - / \ / _ Press and hold here to store a Removes TRACK PLAY , PAUSE , STOPons and PLAYLISTbutt TRACK number in the CD play list number from normal play To play a CD Press the PLAY I _ button . The button symbol I _ flashes until play begins . To pause a CD Press the PAUSE II button . The button symbol II flashes . Press PAUSE or PLAY to resume . If left unattended , the CD changer mode changes from PAUSE to STOP after 20 minutes . You can skip tracks forward or backward while paused . To stop a CD Press the STOP • or OFF button . If you press STOP m , the disc number , total play time and number of tracks appear briefly on the display . To skip to other tracks To skip to the next track , press the TRACK forward _ button . To skip to the previous track , press the TRACK backward < _ Jbutton . Pressing TRACK < _ while playing a CD skips you to the beginning of the track in play . To play another disc Press the DISC forward C > or backward < _ Jbutton . This skips you to the next or previous disc inthe changer and starts playing the CD . The message CHANGING is displayed until play begins . Empty disc changer slots are automatically skipped . 30 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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To scan a disc Press and hold the scan forward _ or backward < _ button ( these are the ones to the left and right of the play time display ) . Scanning back or forward stops at the first or last track of the disc . You can scan a CD while it is paused . To add a track to the play list Skip to the track you want to add to the play list . Press and hold the TRACK number display area . The current track number is stored in the next available location in the CD play list . To omit a track from normal play Select the TRACK number , then press and hold the OMIT TRACK button . You can omit up to 15 tracks and you can omit a track while it is playing . Omitted tracks are not played during normal , repeat , or random play modes . You can skip to an omitted track using the TRACK forward [ _ or backward < _ Jbutton . When on an omitted track , the word OMITTED is displayed and the OMIT TRACK button becomes CLEAR OMIT TRACK . To clear an omitted track and restore it to normal play , skip to the omitted track number and then press CLEAR OMIT TRACK . To clear all omitted tracks at the same time , eject the CD magazine . To listen to the CD play list • Press the PLAY LIST button ( Figure 34 ) . • To cancel PLAY LIST , press STOP , or press PLAY LIST again . If you press STOP , the current CD stops playing . If you press PLAY LIST again , the current CD continues to play . Note : The PLAY LIST button appears on / y after you store CD se / ections in the p / ay fist memory . Toprogram a p / ay fist , see " Programming a CD p / ay fist " on page 33 . If the play list has an invalid entry , such as a track number that can't be found , it is skipped during play . If a CD was removed or exchanged , the system tries to play the disc as pro - grammed . Unavailable items are skipped . Figure 34 E _ usT • Display after pressing PLAY LIST I - I ' 1 - 1I - I _ M . MI - IV I DISC I AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 31
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Using the CD OPTIONS menu From the CD OPTIONS menu you can select repeat or random play , or program a CD play list . To access the CD OPTIONS , press the MENU button until CD OPTIONS is displayed ( Figure 35 ) . You can do this while a CD plays if you wish . Figure 35 DONE CDoptions display 2 : Drl TRADC , KSCA'L 0 B DISC ALL OFF DISC CD OPTIONS EDIT TRACK19 / Pressto program Pressfor random a CD playlist orrepeat modes Selecting repeat and random modes Repeat and random modes remain active until you press STOP • or OFR To place the system in a repeat or random mode , go to the MENU button and select CD OPTIONS . Use the REPEATand RANDOM buttons to select the mode you want . Press DONE to exit the CD OPTIONS menu . To cancel a repeat or random mode , press OFF in the CD OPTIONS menu . You can select the following repeat and random modes : Mode Press What it does REPEAT TRACK Repeat track Repeats selected track for 24 hrs . REPEAT DISC Repeat CD Plays all tracks on selected disc in order . Repeats for 24 hrs . REPEAT ALL Repeat all Plays all loaded discs in order . Repeats for 24 hrs . Random CD RANDOM DISC Plays selected disc once in random order and stops . Random all RANDOM ALL Plays all tracks on all discs once in random order and stops . REPEAT DISC then RANDOM DISC Repeat random CD Plays selected disc in random order . Repeats for 24 hrs . REPEAT ALL then RANDOM ALL Repeat random all Plays all discs and tracks in random order . Repeats for 24 hrs . Selecting play list modes You can also apply repeat or random modes to your CD play list . Press the PLAY LIST button before pressing the MENU button to select the CD OPTIONS menu . Then select one of the following play list modes using the REPEATand RANDOM buttons . When you are through , press DONE to exit . What it does Play list mode Press Random list RANDOM DISC or RANDOMALL Plays all selections in the PLAY LIST once in random order . REPEAT DISC or REPEAT ALL Repeat list Repeats PLAY LIST . REPEAT TRACK Repeat track list Repeats selected PLAY LIST item . REPEAT DISC or REPEAT ALL Repeat random list Plays and repeats all selections in the then RANDOM DISC or RANDOMALL PLAY LIST in random order . Note : If you select random and repeat modes that cannot be combined ( REPEAT TRACK and RANDOM DISC , for example ) , the system accepts the most recently entered choice . 32 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Programming a CD play list Using the Lifestyle ® system's programming feature , you can create your own CD play list of up to 50 tracks ( including repeats ) from the loaded discs . You can create or edit a CD play list even while listening to another source . However , you can't edit the play list while the list is playing . To create or edit a CD play list , press the MENU button and select CD OPTIONS . Note # If you have more than one Personaff Mmusic center , only one user can edit the play list at a time . To create a CD play list 1 . Press EDIT PLAY LIST . The next available item number is flashing to indicate that the music center is ready for programming ( Figure 36 ) . 2 . Select a DISC and TRACK number using the < _ Jor [ _ arrow buttons . 3 . Press STORE to enter the CD selection into memory under the selected ITEM number . The ITEM number stops flashing . 4 . Press the ITEM right [ _ arrow for the next item number . 5 . Repeat steps 2 , 3 and 4 to add more items to the list . When the list has 50 programmed items , the STORE button disappears . 6 . When you have completed your play list , press DONE to exit . Figure 36 DONE Starting to build the CDplay list ITEM DISC OPTIONS / _ _ T [ _ R _ A _ CK - - STOREo Nextavailablelocationflashes Pressto storeselectedDISCandTRACK To change an entry in the CD play list 1 . Press EDIT PLAY LIST . If the list has 50 items stored , the ITEM field indicates FULL and does not flash . 2 . Select the number of the item you want to change and press CLEAR . 3 . Select a new DISC and TRACK and press STORE . 4 . To make other changes , repeat steps 2 and 3 . Otherwise , press DONE to exit . AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 33
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To insert a new track in an existing play list 1 . Press EDIT PLAY LIST . If the ITEM field indicates FULL , you can't insert a new item unless you delete one or more items from the list . 2 . Select the ITEM number of the location where you want to inserta new CD selection . The ITEM number should not be flashing . 3 . Press INSERT ( Figure 37 ) . The ITEM number begins flashing to indicate that the item you were viewing was moved up one item number leavingyour selected ITEM number available . 4 . Select a DISC and TRACK number and press STORE . To delete a track from the play list 1 . Press EDIT PLAY LIST . . Select the number of the item you want to delete and press CLEAR ( Figure 37 ) . The TRACK and DISC numbers change to dashes . The location is cleared and all items after this one are moved down one item number . 3 . To delete other items , repeat step 2 . Otherwise , press DONE to exit . Figure 37 CLEAR LIST and CLEAR buttons available on the display after first selection is entered OP _ ONS Press to remove Press to remove Press to insert item from list entire list item into list To erase the entire CD play list 1 . From the CD OPTIONS menu , press CLEAR LIST . 2 . Press YES to confirm . 34 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Using the system with external components Follow the instructions on pages 12 - 15 for connecting components . Turn on your component directly or by using its remote control . Press VOLUME • or • on your PersonaF Mmusic center to raise or lower the volume . Control all other functions at the source , referring to its owner's manual if necessary . To begin , make sure the component is turned on and a tape , CD , DVD , laserdisc , etc . is loaded . If an external component sounds significantly louder or softer than other sources , see " Equalizing the volume levels of external sources " on page 37 . Note : The Lifestyle _ 50 system cannot turn a connected component on or off . Turning the system on and selecting the component Press VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 , AUX , or TAPE on your Personal music center to select the desired component . This turns your system on and selects the component connected to that input . If the system is already on , this button selects the component . The appropriate display indicator appears when the system is on and the component is selected . 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 . Using a tape recorder with your system If you are listening to any source except TAPE , the output signal of that source is directed to the RECORD OUT jacks . Note : The ROOM outputs of the Lifestyle _ 50 system are designated by the letters A through D . In a multi - room system , the source that is playing in the room designated by the letter closest to the begining of the alphabet is sent to the RECORD OUT jacks . You may also specify a source to be directed to the RECORD OUT jacks even if you are not listening to that source . To do this : 1 . Select RECORD OUTwith the MENU button . The words RECORD OUTare displayed under the source display area ( Figure 38 ) . 2 . Select a source to record . The selected source appears in the source display area in place of the dashes ( Figure 38 ) . If you want to remove your RECORD OUTselection , press CLEAR . The dashes reappear . The selected source stays on until you turn RECORD OUToff . If the CD changer is selected for RECORD OUT , it shuts off after 24 hours if you have not turned it off sooner . 3 . When you are ready , set the tape deck to record . Figure 38 DONE The RECORD OUT menu display AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 35
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Fine . tuning your system In most situations , you only need to follow the speaker placement guidelines ( see " Setting Up " on pages 6 - 8 ) for your system to provide excellent sound quality . You do not need to adjust tone settings for changes in volume , since Bose ® patented integrated signal process - Figure 39 ing provides a natural tonal balance over the full range of volume settings . Treb / eand bass centre / s If desired , you can further fine - tune your system as described here . Adjusting speaker controls The Lifestyle ® 50 system treble and bass controls are located on the Acoustimass ® module ( Figure 39 ) . They allow you to adjust the treble ( high frequencies ) and bass ( low frequencies ) . In the normal setting , the dots on each control are in the 12 o'clock position . You can also locate the normal setting by feeling when the control settles into the notch at this position . Turn the controls clockwise to increase , and counterclockwise to decrease , the amount of treble or bass . Compensating for room acoustics The acoustics ( sound qualities ) of your room can affect the overall sound quality of any speaker system . In general , you can reduce many problems with acoustics by the careful use of the treble and bass controls . Too much or too little treble Rooms that reflect a lot of sound , especially those with bare floors and walls , may sound overly shrill or " bright . " Turning down the treble control ( toward - ) decreases treble sound . Rooms with a lot of sound - absorbing furnishings , such as upholstered furniture , wall - to - wall carpet , or heavy drapes , may sound muffled or dull . Moving speakers further away from soft furnishings increases treble . You can increase treble sound by slightly turning up the treble control ( toward + ) . Too much or too little bass You can decrease bass sound by turning down the bass control ( toward - ) . To increase bass , turn up the bass control ( toward + ) . Acoustimass module placement also affects the amount of bass you hear . Placing the module closer to the corner of the room increases bass . Moving the module away from the corner decreases bass . Optimizing AM / FM radio reception You can adjust the orientation of your AM / FM antenna for the strongest signal by selecting SIGNAL LEVELS with the MENU button ( Figure 40 ) . Select the AM or FM radio , and the display shows you the strength level of the received signal . While watching the display , reposition your antenna until the highest possible signal level is achieved . The signal level can vary from 0 to 99 . The manual tuning keys are provided so that you can check the signal strengths of multiple stations . Figure 40 Fn DONE AM / FM antenna signal strength STEREO display 8q.q ANTENNA SIGNAL 8 SIGNAL I PVF - LS _ - _ 36 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Equalizing the volume levels of external sources The SIGNAL LEVELS selection in the MENU options allows you to adjust and equalize the volume gain levels received from externally connected sources ( VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 , AUX , TAPE ) . For example , you can adjust the gain level of an external source so that volume level 50 on this source sounds as loud as level 50 from a built - in source . 1 . Using the MENU button , select SIGNAL LEVEL & 2 . Press VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 , TAPE or AUX and you are shown a gain adjustment display ( Figure 41 ) . After listening to the built - in sources ( FM , AM , CD ) at your preferred volume level , use the arrow keys to adjust the signal level settings ( GAIN ) of the connected sources until you get the same volumes . The adjustment range is from - 15 to + 15 . Figure 41 RUX DONE Gainadjustment display SIGNAL LEVELS A _ Adjusting LCD contrast You can adjust the contrast of the display . Press and hold the SOURCE button until Lcd appears . Use the lower arrow buttons to change the contrast level . Figure 42 DONE L CD contrast adjustment display Lcd CONTRAST Adjusting the PersonaF Mmusic center beep You can adjust the loudness of the beep made when pressing the display buttons . Press and hold the SOURCE button until Lcd appears . Use the upper arrow buttons to select the bEEP display . Use the arrow buttons to select between Lo , HI , and - - ( off ' ) . Figure 43 DONE Beep adjustment display AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 37
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Forcing the SOURCE buttons to stay on Normally , the SOURCE buttons are automatically removed from the display following certain operations . You can change the behavior of these buttons so that they remain in the state you last set them ( on or off screen ) using the SOURCE button . 1 . Press and hold the SOURCE button until Lcd appears . 2 . Press either upper arrow key until you see STAY and the SOURCE button appears in the upper left region of the display ( Figure 44 ) . 3 . Press either lower arrow key to select Lj ( Yes ) . 4 . To return the SOURCE buttons to normal operation , select m ( No ) . Figure 44 DONE Seiecting the display mode of the SOURCE buttons 5L J rl = SOURCE buttons are removed following certain operations . Press SOURCE to access them again . SOURCE buttons remain as you last set them with the SOURCE button , except for when the system is off . Forcing the KEYPAD buttons to stay on Normally , the numerical keypad buttons are automatically removed from the display following certain operations . You can change the behavior of these buttons so that they remain in the state you last set them ( on or off screen ) using the KEYPAD button . 1 . Press and hold the SOURCE button until Lcd appears . 2 . Press either upper arrow key until you see STAY and the KEYPAD button appears in the upper right region of the display ( Figure 45 ) . 3 . Press either lower arrow key to select Lj ( Yes ) . 4 . To return the KEYPAD to normal operation , select n ( No ) . Figure 45 DONE Selecting the display mode of the KEYPAD buttons 51 - RUb / 17 = KEYPAD buttons are removed following certain operations . Press KEYPAD to access them again . as KEYPAD buttons remain you last set them with the KEYPAD button . 38 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 05 V . PDF
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Adjusting the display fade time The fade control display allows you to adjust the length of time the music center display stays on ( after your last button press ) before it fades . To adjust this time : 1 . Press and hold the SOURCE button until Lcd appears . 2 . Press either upper arrow key until you see FAdE on the display ( Figure 46 ) . 3 . Press either lower arrow key to select a number between - 15 and + 15 ( initial setting = 0 ) . This is the number of seconds that is added or subtracted from the display fade time . A positive number keeps the display on longer than the initial setting . A negative number allows the display to fade sooner than the initital setting . 4 . Press DONE to exit this mode . Figure 46 DONE Fade control display FRclE ( AM189854 05 V . PDF October 17 , 2001 39
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Connecting additional rooms Follow the placement guidelines for the Bose ® powered speakers that you plan to connect . Then review your plan for how to connect these speakers to the multi - room interface in your primary room . If you have questions or need extension cables to complete the connections , call Bose Customer Service at the numbers listed on the back inside cover of this owner's guide . , _ CAUTION : Make sure all components are unplugged from the power outlet before you begin hooking up additional speakers . Connect the audio input cable from your additional powered speakers to the selected ROOM jack on the back of the multi - room interface . 1 . Plug the small black multi - pin connector ( flat side facing up ) into the jack marked ROOM B , C , or D on the back of the interface . 2 . Follow the instructions that came with your speakers for connecting the cable to the speakers . Note : Be sure that each connector is inserted completely into each jack . Figure 47 ROOM jacks on the multi - room interface Room A , B , C , and D jacks 40 October 17 , 2001 AM189854 _ 05 _ V . pdf
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Operating in more than one room Your Lifestyle ® 50 system can control up to four sets of Bose ® powered speakers , allowing your family to enjoy different audio sources ( CD , radio , TV , etc . ) in up to four rooms . These rooms are referred to as room A , B , C , and D , with room A being the primary room ( the one used for a one - room system ) . If two or more rooms are connected to your system , the PersonaF Mmusic center displays ROOM and HOUSE buttons , and room indicators ( A , B , C , and / or D ) . Figure 48 shows an example display for a two - room system . The ROOMbutton lets you control a single room or two or more roomsthat share a source Figure 48 Example display for a two - room system The room indicators tell you what was selected by the The HOUSEbutton letsyou control all connected rooms as one ROOMor HOUSEbutton / e P _ SET _ _ NE Fgl ® Understanding the room indicators A boxed letter indicates the presently - selected room or rooms . The selected room is affected by any source changes , or any change you make using the VOLUME , MUTE , ON / OFF , or SLEEP buttons . An unboxed letter indicates a room listening to a shared source . A shared source is one that is playing in the controlled room as well as in up to three additional rooms . If you change the radio station , CD track , etc . , of the shared source , the change affects all rooms sharing this source . However , you cannot change sources for all affected rooms at the same time . The VOLUME , MUTE , ON / OFF , and SLEEP buttons only affect the boxed room ( s ) . An empty box appears for each connected room when you press the HOUSE button . When you change the volume in the HOUSE mode , the numerical level appearing on the display does not represent the actual volume level in all connected rooms . It only represents the actual volume in rooms represented by a boxed letter . AM18985405 V . pdf October 17 , 2001 41
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Using the ROOM button The ROOM button allows you to select any connected room and control any sound source you want to hear in that room . Each time you press the ROOM button you can transfer control from one room to the next in A - B - C - D order . The room indicators on the display tell you what is currently selected . Rooms listening to a shared source can be linked and con - trolled as one room . Turning on different sources in more than one room Let's say you have a two - room system ( rooms A and B ) and the entire system is off . To turn on a different source in each room : . Wake up the PersonaF M music center . 2 . Press the ROOM button until the room indicator _ is displayed . Press a source button , such as VIDEO 1 , to turn on the system and listen to your DVD player in room A . Adjust the volume to the desired level . . Press the ROOM button again . The room indicator _ is displayed . Press a different source button , such as CD , to listen to a CD in room B . Again , adjust the volume to the desired level . . Press the ROOM button again and notice that the room indicator _ is displayed . You are controlling room A once again and the displays indicates that the VIDEO 1 source is on . Setting up a shared source Now , let's say the system is already on and you want to play the FM radio in rooms A and B : 1 . Wake up the Personal music center . 2 . Press the ROOM button until the room indicator _ is displayed . Press the FM source button and adjust the volume to the desired level for room A . 3 . Press the ROOM button again to select room _ . Press the FM source button and adjust the volume to the desired level for room B . Now , the indicators A _ are displayed . 4 . Press the ROOM button again . The indicators _ _ appear on the display indicating that you can control these two rooms together . Any button command given now ( SOURCE , VOLUME , MUTE , ON / OFF , SLEEP ) is applied to both rooms . Note : Remember that there are limits to using different sources in different rooms . With one tuner , the system cannot play one radio station in one room and another radio station in another . Similarly , with one CD changer , the system cannot play two different CDs at the same time . Linking rooms for common control There are two ways to link rooms in order to control them as one . • Set up a shared source in two or more rooms and select them together using the ROOM button . See " Setting up a shared source " above . • Link all connected rooms using the HOUSE button . See " Using the HOUSE button " on page 43 . Returning to single - room control After you have gained control of multiple rooms using the ROOM button , you can use the ROOM button again to gain control of a single room . Press ROOM until the room you want is displayed ( _ , _ , _ , or _ ) . Control that room as desired . 42 October 17 , 2001 AM18985405 V . pdf
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Using the HOUSE button Using the HOUSE button , you can link all rooms together and control them as one . When you press the HOUSE button , an empty box indicator is displayed for each connected room . Any button pressed after that ( any source button , VOLUME , MUTE , or SLEEP ) affects every room . When you are done listening you can press OFF to turn off the entire system . Note : If you do not press any additional buttons after pressing HOUSE , pressing HOUSE again cancels HOUSE mode . Press the HOUSE button before each command to apply that command to all rooms : Press . . . To do this . . . HOUSE then a source Play the selected source in all connected rooms . HOUSE then VOLUME _ VV Adjust the volume up or down by the same amount in all rooms that are on , or all connected rooms if they are all off . The system remembers the differences among the original room volume settings . HOUSE then MUTE Silence all connected rooms that are on , even if any were previously muted individually . To cancel this command , press HOUSE then MUTE again . Any rooms that were muted before this command was given stay silent until individually unmuted . If you unmute an individual room after it was muted by a HOUSE - MUTE command , the other rooms remain silent until each one is unmuted individually . Pressing HOUSE then VOLUME Aunmutes all muted rooms . HOUSE then SLEEP Set the SLEEP timer for all rooms that are on . The SLEEP time selected applies to all rooms that are on even if they are playing different sources . If the SLEEP timer was already set in one or more rooms , the display shows the longest time already set . You can accept this time or change it for all the rooms . To cancel the HOUSE - SLEEP command , press HOUSE , SLEEP , CLEAR , and then DONE . HOUSE then OFF Turn off the entire system . Note : Instead of setting the whole house to one sleep time , you can set different sleep times for individual rooms by using the ROOM button to select each room and setting SLEEP . When two or more rooms are linked , adjusting the SLEEP time affects all linked rooms ( indicated by boxed letters ) . Using more than one PersonaF " music center If you have a multi - room system , you can add additional music centers for some or all of the connected rooms . Each multi - room interface can be controlled by a maximum of four music centers . Each music center can control up to four rooms . To add a new music center to your system , follow the setup instructions on page 17 . Be sure to install the batteries and turn it on for the first time close to the multi - room interface to allow the new music center to set up a radio frequency link with your system . If the multi - room interface is not plugged in or the music center is out of range , the display indicates NO RESPONSE . AM18985405 V . pdf October 17 , 2001 43
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Finding a misplaced Personal TM music center The " find me " feature assists you in locating the music center . Press the LOCATE MUSIC CENTER button on the back of the multi - room interface ( under the antenna connections , next to the CD changer cable connection ) . The volume drops in any rooms that are on and any music center within range of the multi - room interface eventually begins beeping and flashing . The beeping and flashing continues for two minutes . Touching the screen of any music center stops it from beeping and flashing . Pressing VOLUME • on any music center cancels the LOCATE MUSIC CENTER function . Figure 49 The LOCATE MUSIC CENTER button LOCATE MUSIC CENTER button Replacing batteries The LOW BATTERYmessage appears when batteries are nearly depleted . As batteries get weaker , the message flashes faster and display timeouts become shorter . Figure 50 LOW BATTERY The LOW BATTERY warning message System settings are not lost when batteries are changed or battery power fails . Replace the batteries with 4 AAA or IEC - R03 1.5V alkaline batteries , matching the + and - symbols on the batteries with the + and - markings inside the compartment and on the back label . See " Setting up the Personal TM music center " on page 17 for battery installation instructions . 44 October 17 , 2001 AM18985405 V . pdf
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Cleaning the system The only maintenance your system may need is periodic cleaning and replacing the music center batteries . For information on replacing the batteries see page 17 . , _ CAUTION : Do not use any spray cleaners near the system . Do not use any solvents , chemicals , or cleaning solutions containing alcohol , ammonia , or abrasives . , _ CAUTION : Do not allow fiquids to spill into any openings of the system . If liquids accidently get into any system component , turn the system off and allow it to air dry . Then turn it on again . If you notice any problems with its functioning , turn it off and contact Bose _ Customer Service . Cleaning the PersonaF Mmusic center You can use an ammonia - free window cleaner on a soft cloth to clean the music center including the display screen . See the cautions at the top of the page . Before you start cleaning the display , press the MENU button until you select WIPE SCREEN . You can use this option to disable the display buttons for up to 20 seconds while you wipe the screen . When you are ready to wipe the screen , press START to begin the countdown . This enables you to clean the screen without affecting system operation . The system beeps during the last five seconds to warn you that time is running out . Figure 51 DONE Entering the WIPE SCREEN display : 2O WIPE SCREEN DIEABLE KEYS TO AI I OW CLEANING Cleaning the CD changer Use only a soft cloth to clean the outside of the CD changer . See the cautions at the top of the page . Cleaning the speakers and Acoustimass ° module Clean the surface of your speakers with a soft , damp cloth . You can use an ammonia - free window cleaner on a soft cloth to maintain the finish . See the cautions at the top of the page . The speaker grille panels require no special care , although you may vacuum them carefully with a soft - bristled attachment , if necessary . AM18985405 V . pdf October 17 , 2001 45
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Troubleshooting Problem What to do System does not function • Make sure the power connector is inserted securely into the multi - room interface , the power at all cord is inserted securely into the Acoustimass ® module , the power pack and power cord are plugged fully into operating AC wall outlets . • Be sure to select a source ( CD , AM / FM , etc . ) . • Unplug the multi - room interface power pack for a few seconds , then reconnect it . This allows the unit to reset itself after a power surge or power interruption . No sound • Increase the volume . • Check to see if MUTE is flashing on the display . If it is , press the MUTE button to unmute the sound . ° Make sure the audio input cable is firmly seated in the multi - room interface ROOM A jack and the multi - pin connector on the other end is firmly seated in the Acoustimass module AUDIO INPUT jack . ° Check speaker connections . ° Make sure the digital audio input cable is firmly seated in the multi - room interface AUX jack and the other end of the cable is firmly seated in the connector at the digital source . ° Check the connections for any external components . Make sure to select the correct source for the desired input . ° Be sure the CD is placed correctly label - side up in the magazine , and the magazine is inserted properly in the CD changer . ° Connect the FM and AM antennas . No sound from ° Make sure the center cube cable is connected at both ends . center speaker ° Check the settings in the SPEAKERS menu . Too much sound ° Adjust the CENTER level in the SPEAKERS menu . from center speaker No sound from ° Select 5 speakers in the SPEAKERS menu . surround speakers ° Adjust the SURROUND level in the SPEAKERS menu . ° Make sure the video sound source is stereo and surround - encoded , and the component used ( TV , VCR , DVD , or laserdisc player ) is stereo . Surround speakers ° Adjust the SURROUND level in the SPEAKERS menu . are too loud ° Make sure that the left and right front speakers are connected to the front speaker jacks ( blue ) and the left and right surround speakers are connected to the surround speaker jacks ( orange ) . Use the supplied test CD . Music center control is ° Check batteries and their polarity ( + and - ) . See page 17 . inconsistent , shows a ° Operate the music center closer to the multi - room interface . NO RESPONSE message , ° Move the music center a few feet to avoid any area of interference . or does not work ° Make sure the audio input cable is firmly seated , and uncoiled . ° Make sure the multi - room interface is connected and plugged in . ° If NO RESPONSE is continuously displayed , the link between your music center and the multi - room interface may be broken . To re - establish the link , hold the center close to the interface . Press and hold MUTE for about 5 seconds until you hear a second beep . After about 10 seconds , you should hear two beeps to confirm that the link is established . . _ Note : The music center establishes a link with the closest multi - room interface . 46 October 17 , 2001 AM18985405 V . pdf
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Problem What to do CD does not play • Check to see if the PLAY button symbol I _ in the display is flashing . • Make sure the magazine is properly inserted . • Check to see if there is a disc in the magazine , label - side up . Display shows a flashing number for a disc that is label - side down or cannot be read . Display shows noCd if no discs are loaded . • Eject the magazine and try loading the CD again . • There may be dirt or dust on the CD . Clean the CD . • The disc may be defective . Try another disc . • The CD changer cannot play a DVD disc . • If the CD changer is not properly connected the display shows Plug in cd . • A display message Err indicates a mechanical error . Call Bose ® Customer Service ( see inside back cover for listings ) . Radio does not work • Make sure antennas are connected properly . • Position the AM antenna as far away from the multi - room interface as possible , at least 20 inches away . • Adjust antenna position to improve reception . Use SIGNAL LEVELS menu to determine best reception . You may be in an area of weak signal coverage . • Make sure the AM antenna is upright . • Move antennas farther from TV or other electronic equipment . FM sound is distorted • Adjust antenna position to reduce interference . Sound is distorted • Make sure speaker cables are not damaged and the connections are secure . • Reduce the output level from any external components connected to the CD changer . No tape , CD , VCR , • Check the connections . or TV sound • Make sure the component is turned on . • Refer to the component owner's manual . Calibrate the display screen . When you can only initiate a function by pressing the button A display button does not activate its function when too far off center , then a display screen calibration may be necessary . Calibrating the pressed on center display screen aligns the button icon with the appropriate area of the screen . 1 . Press and hold the source display area ( top center ) until CAL appears . 2 . Press the SOURCE button as close to its center as possible . The KEYPAD button appears . 3 . Press the KEYPAD button as close to its center as possible . A small round button appears at the bottom right of the screen . 4 . Press the small round button as close to its center as possible to exit the calibration function with a newly calibrated screen . Contact Customer Service for assistance . Warranty period The Bose ® Lifestyle ® 50 system is covered by a limited 1 - year transferable warranty . Details of the warranty are provided on the warranty card that came with your system . Please fill out the information section on the card and mail it to Bose . Customer Service For additional help in solving problems , contact Bose Customer Service . See the inside back cover for Bose Customer Service offices and phone numbers . AM18985405 V . pdf October 17 , 2001 47
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Technical information Dimensions Speaker system power rating Personal music center USA / Canada : 120V - 50 / 60 Hz 350W 8.8 " W x 4.1 " D x 1.4 " H Europe / Australia : 220 - 240V - 50 / 60 Hz 350W ( 22.4 cm x 10.5 cm x 3.6 cm ) Dual voltage : 115 / 230V _ 50 / 60 Hz 350W Multi - room interface Multi - room interface 7.4 " W x 4.0 " D x2 . 1 " H power pack power rating ( 18.8 cm x 10.0 cm x 5.5 cm ) USA / Canada : 120V _ 60 Hz 25VA CD changer 15.5 " W x 8.0 " D x 2.6 " H Europe : 230V _ 50 Hz 25VA ( 39.4 cm x 20.3 cm x 6.6 cm ) Australia : 240V _ 50 Hz 25VA Jewel Cube ® speaker Dual voltage : 120V - 60 Hz 25VA and 2.2 " W x 3.2 " D x 4.4 " H 230V _ 50 Hz 25VA ( 5.6 cm x 8.1 cm x 11.2 cm ) Multi - room interface inputs Acoustimass ® module 23.3 " W x 7.5 " D x 14.0 " H TAPE IN : 2Vrms , maximum ( 59.0 cm x 19.0 cm x 35.5 cm ) AUX , VIDEO 1 , VIDEO 2 : 2Vrms , maximum FM antenna : 75 _ Weights AM antenna : 12 _ H Personal music center . 8 Ib ( . 4 kg ) Power : 12V _ , 1.0A Multi - room interface Multi - room interface outputs . 8 Ib ( . 4 kg ) RECORD OUT : fixed audio CD changer ROOM A , B , C , D : auto - adjusting fixed or 5.9 Ib ( 2.7 kg ) variable audio Jewel Cube speaker SERIAL DATA : for future use 1 Ib ( 0.5 kg ) ROOM connector pinouts : Acoustimass module 1 : left audio 33 Ib ( 15.0 kg ) 2 : right audio / _ 7L7 _ - 1 " _ , 3 : left audio Total shipping weight 4 : right audio 62 Ib ( 28.2 kg ) 5 : audio ground 6 : + 10V control line Finish 7 : SMARTSPEAKERdata Personal music center 8 : control line ground Polymer , painted Multi - room interface PersonaF Mmusic center Polymer Power : 6V DC ( 1.5V x 4 AAA ) CD changer Range : 65 feet ( 20 m ) Aluminum Jewel Cube speakers Polymer , painted Acoustimass module Vinyl veneer , Polymer Accessories To find out about mounting brackets , stands , CD magazines , and connecting additional Bose ® powered loudspeakers , contact your Bose dealer . Or call Bose directly ( see inside back cover for phone numbers ) . 48 October 17 , 2001 AM18985405 V . pdf
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A CD magazine connecting 12 - 15 ejecting 29 selecting 35 Acoustimass ® module ejecting discs 29 volume gain levels 37 best bass performance 8 External tape deck loading 29 connecting 10 CD modes inputs / outputs 15 location 8 play list 32 recording 35 magnetic field 8 repeat and random 32 power cord 5 , 17 F CDOPTIONS 21 , 32 rubber feet 5 , 8 FILM BASS 23 display 32 treble and bass controls 36 menu 32 FM 18 , 20 , 26 - 27 , 28 ventilation 8 PLAYLIST 33 , 34 FULL 34 Additional powered speakers 40 programming 33 Additional rooms G repeat or random play 32 connecting 40 GAIN CD play list operating 41 - 43 CLEAR , CLEAR LIST 34 adjustment 37 AM 18 , 20 , 26 - 27 , 28 EDIT 33 , 34 volume levels 37 AM / FM radio erase 34 antenna 5 H FULL 34 antenna connections 16 INSERT 34 Home theater setup 12 - 15 antenna placement 16 ITEM 33 HOUSE channel spacing 26 button 41 programming 33 reception 36 STORE 33 , 34 indicator 43 select 18 CENTER 22 station preset 27 , 28 I CHANGING 30 TUNE 26 INSERT 34 Cleaning ANTENNA SIGNAL 36 Acoustimass module 45 ITEM 33 , 34 AUDIO INPUT CD changer 45 external components 15 J personal music center 45 jacks 15 speakers 45 Jewel Cube ® speakers AUDIO OUTPUT WIPE SCREEN 21 , 45 cleaning 45 additional rooms 40 CLEAR , CLEAR LIST 34 connecting 9 connections 40 CLEAR OMIT TRACK 31 locations 6 , 7 PRIMARY 10 Connecting powered speakers 40 AUX 12 - 15 , 18 K Customer Service 47 KEYPAD B D presets or tuning 20 Bass control 36 Digital Dynamic Range ® compression show or hide 20 , 38 Batteries 24 , 25 first installed 17 L Digital signal processing 4 , 22 LOW BATTERY 44 LCD contrast 37 Digital sound 4 , 24 replacing 17 , 44 DISC Loading the CD magazine 29 Beep adjustment display 37 scan 31 LOCATE MUSIC CENTER 44 Built - in sources 20 skip 30 Locations C display contrast 37 Acoustimass module 8 DONE CD changer 8 CAUTION marks 2 CD OPTIONS 32 Jewel Cube speakers 6 , 7 CD 18 , 20 , 29 , 30 - 32 , 33 - 34 EDIT PLAY LIST 34 multi - room interface 8 CD changer SLEEP 19 LOW BATTERY 17 , 44 display 30 WIPE SCREEN 45 loading 29 M location 8 E Magnetic field 6 , 8 omit a track 31 EDIT PLAY LIST 33 , 34 MENU PAUSE 30 CD OPTIONS 32 Ejecting PLAY 30 items 21 CD magazine 29 select 30 discs 29 PRESETS 28 shipping screws 5 , 17 Err 47 primary button 20 STOP 30 External components RECORD OUT 35 TRACK 30 AM18985405 V . pdf October 17 , 2001 49
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SIGNAL LEVELS 36 , 37 RECORD OUT ON / OFF 18 , 19 , 41 - 43 Multi - room interface display 35 parts 5 serial numbers 3 , 5 inputs / outputs 48 jacks 35 location 8 option 21 troubleshooting 46 , 47 source 35 power pack 5 , 11 turning on or off 18 , 19 , 41 - 43 REPEAT 32 rear panel connections 12 - 15 , 16 unpacking 5 ROOM VOLUME 19 , 41 - 43 MUTE 20 , 42 , 43 button 41 , 42 weights 48 N jacks 10 , 4O , 48 System cables NO RESPONSE 17 , 43 , 46 audio input 5 , 8 , 10 , 12 - 15 $ noCd 30 , 47 CD changer 5 , 8 , 10 extension wire 9 Safety information 2 O SEEK 27 speaker cables 5 , 6 , 7 , 9 OMIT TRACK 31 Serial numbers 3 , 5 to lengthen 8 , 9 OMITTED 31 Shared source 41 - 43 T ON / OFF 17 , 18 , 20 SIGNAL LEVELS 21 , 36 Signal splitter 16 TAPE 18 , 35 P Technical information 48 Simulated surround sound 23 , 24 , 25 PAUSE 30 SLEEP 19 , 20 , 41 - 43 TRACK 30 - 32 , 34 Personal TM music center Treble control 36 SOURCE 20 , 42 batteries 17 SPEAKERS 21 , 22 Troubleshooting 46 , 47 TUNE 26 Speakers battery compartment 17 additional 40 display 17 , 18 , 20 Tuning finding a misplaced 44 cleaning 45 manually 26 MENU items 21 connecting 9 selecting a preset 27 primary buttons 20 placement 6 , 7 strongest stations 27 , 36 tunr 26 radio - frequency link 17 , 46 powered 40 range 48 selecting the number of 22 U START setup 17 SLEEP 19 waking up 17 , 18 Unlinking rooms 42 PLAY 30 WIPE SCREEN 45 Unpacking 5 PLAY LIST 33 , 34 Station presets V change an entry 33 erasing 28 CLEAR LIST 34 VIDEO 1 12 - 15 , 18 managing 28 create 33 maximum 21 VIDEO2 12 - 15 , 18 delete a track 34 number 27 Video sound erase 34 PRESETS menu 21 , 27 , 28 center and surround levels 22 insert a new track 34 quick - store 27 digital 4 , 12 , 22 , 24 ITEM 33 , 34 selecting 27 Digital Dynamic Range ® compression 24 , 25 Plug in cd 47 setting 27 , 28 STOP 30 enhanced mode ( FILM BASS ) 23 , 25 Power rating STORE mono movie material 4 , 22 - 24 power pack 48 speaker system 48 CD play list 33 , 34 setting up 12 - 15 PRESETS Videostage ® decoding 4 , 22 , 23 preset 27 , 28 maximum 21 SURROUND 22 VOLUME menu 27 , 28 System adjusting 19 , 41 - 43 accessories 48 number display 27 equalizing 37 additional cables 8 selecting 27 primary buttons 20 setting 27 , 28 connecting 9 - 11 W control 18 Primary buttons 20 current status display 20 Warranty 47 R dimensions 48 WIPE SCREEN 21 , 45 Radio channel spacing 26 fine - tuning 36 finish 48 Radio - frequency link 17 , 46 RANDOM 32 muting 19 , 41 - 43 50 October 17 , 2001 AM18985405 V . pdf
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