The Bose® Lifestyle® 8 Series II System Owner’s Guide October 22, 2001 AM252876_03_V.
Safety Information WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the system to rain or moisture. CAUTION AV I S RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. ATTENTION : POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE, NE RETIREZ PAS LE COUVERCLE (OU L’ARRIÈRE).
Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions – for all components before using this product. 2. Keep these instructions – for future reference. 3. Heed all warnings – on the product and in the owner’s guide. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture – Do not use this product near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else that water or moisture are present. 6.
English Important Safety Instructions 18. Use proper power sources – Plug the product into a proper power source, as described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product. 19. Avoid power lines – Use extreme care when installing an outside antenna system to keep from touching power lines or circuits, as contact with them may be fatal.
Contents Where to find… Setting Up Before you begin ........................................................................................................... 4 Unpacking the carton ................................................................................................... 5 Selecting the locations for your Lifestyle® 8 system ..................................................... 6 Connecting the speakers and Lifestyle® music center ..................................................
Setting Up Before you begin Thank you for purchasing the Bose® Lifestyle® 8 Series II system. This complete audio home entertainment system offers superb sound, elegance, technology, and simplicity for music and home theater.
Setting Up 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® 8 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® 8 system contains the parts identified in Figure 1.
Setting Up Selecting the locations for your Lifestyle® 8 system When you place your speakers according to the guidelines below, they provide the audio atmosphere of a home theater. You may experiment with the placement and orientation of the cubes to produce the sound most pleasing to you. For the best surround effect, adjust the speakers so you cannot pinpoint where the sound comes from. It is preferable not to aim the cubes directly at the listener.
Setting Up Center Figure 2 Recommended front speaker locations ® Left front ® ® Right front ® Surround speakers The surround (rear) speakers create an area of sound around the listener. Place them in the back half of your room. Direct the cubes so that you cannot pinpoint the exact location of the sound source (Figure 3). The surround cables allow up to 50 feet (15.2 m) distance from the Acoustimass® module.
Setting Up 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 wall as the TV, or close to the same end of the room as the front speakers (see the example along the front wall in Figure 3). 2. Select a convenient location – under a table, behind a sofa.
Setting Up Connecting the speakers and Lifestyle® music center Once you have selected locations for your music system, connect the speakers. CAUTION: Make sure all components are unplugged from the power outlet before you begin hooking up the system. Connecting the cube speakers to the Acoustimass® module Each speaker cable contains two wires. The wire marked with a red collar is positive (+) and the plain one is negative (–).
Setting Up Connecting the Acoustimass® module to the Lifestyle® music center Connect the Acoustimass module to the music center with the audio input cable (Figure 6). 1.
Setting Up Connecting the Acoustimass® module power (mains) cord 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 7). 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.
Setting Up Connecting your home theater components to the Lifestyle® 8 system There are many possible variations of equipment in a home theater. In addition to the Lifestyle® 8 system, a home theater complement 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 can include many other combinations of equipment, including cable TV, laserdisc players, additional VCRs, and a satellite decoder.
Setting Up How to set up your home theater There are two basic methods for setting up your home theater. It is best to connect components directly to the Lifestyle® 8 music center, and select the source from its remote or control panel. 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.
Setting Up (2) To direct video sound sources through your TV This is an alternative connection method. (See Figure 11.) If your stereo TV has fixed audio outputs (the audio signal level doesn’t change) 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 music center AUX inputs. • Connect the DVD video output to one of the video inputs on the TV.
Setting Up 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® 8 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 music center. The VIDEO SOUND INPUT jacks are for audio from a video source.
Setting Up Connecting the antennas The rear panel of your Lifestyle® music center provides connections for AM and FM antennas (Figure 12). Unwind each antenna’s wires. Antennas provide better reception when their wires are not bundled. FM antenna jack Figure 12 AM antenna terminals The antenna connections FM 75Ω LIFESTYLE® MODEL 5 MUSIC CENTER AM LOOP L 1 L FIXED COVERED BY U.S. PATENT D339,606 SYSTEM CONTROL R MANUFACTURED: BOSE CORPORATION, FRAMINGHAM, MA 01701-9168 MADE IN U.S.
Setting Up Installing the batteries in the remote control 1. Slide open the battery compartment on the back of the remote (Figure 16). 2. Insert 3 AA or IEC-R6 1.5V batteries, or the equivalent, as shown. Match the + and – symbols on the batteries with the + and – markings inside the compartment. 3. Slide the battery compartment cover back into place. Replace the batteries when the remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced.
Operating Your Lifestyle® 8 System Turning on the music center Plug the Acoustimass® module power cord into an AC (mains) outlet. Then plug in the music center power pack. Note: Your speakers will not operate unless all cable and power connections are completed before turning on the music center. You are ready to enjoy your new Lifestyle® system. Refer to the pages that follow for information on operating the music center controls and the Lifestyle® remote control.
Operating Your Lifestyle® 8 System The music center controls The music center function keys are described on pages 20-23. Use the following special music center keys to manually tune the radio and set station presets. The CD cover latch opens the CD cover for loading and unloading a CD (Figure 18). SEEK/TUNE < / > - Lowers or raises the frequency setting of the radio (stations). PRESET STORE/ERASE - Adds or removes radio station presets. For instructions, see page 25.
Operating Your Lifestyle® 8 System The system controls Remote Control Function VIDEO - Selects a video sound source connected to the VIDEO inputs, and turns the system on. (See page 22.) Music Center VIDEO AM/FM - Selects the radio and turns the system on to the previously selected station. When the radio is on, switches between AM and FM. AM FM CD - Selects the built-in CD player and turns the system on.
Operating Your Lifestyle® 8 System Additional system controls Remote control Function SURROUND • Press and release to select SURROUND (5-speaker) mode for all sources. • Press and hold for 3 seconds to engage (1 chime) or disengage (2 chimes) simulated surround for monaural program sources. • Press and hold for 8 seconds to restore (3 chimes) factory settings for speaker mode and surround volume level. SURROUND STEREO+CENTER • Press and release to select STEREO+CENTER (3-speaker) mode for all sources.
Operating Your Lifestyle® 8 System Listening to your Lifestyle® 8 system Your Lifestyle® 8 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 (i.e., five for the independent cube speakers and one for rich bass from the Acoustimass® module) from DVD, digital TV, next-generation cable boxes, and satellite receivers.
Operating Your Lifestyle® 8 System Operating the special features Please see the previous page for a more detailed explanation of these special features.
Operating Your Lifestyle® 8 System Listening to digital sound Turning on the digital audio source Turn on the DVD player, DTV, or other digital audio source. Load the DVD disc. 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 music center AUX jacks.
Operating Your Lifestyle® 8 System Listening to the radio Turning the system on and choosing the radio Press the AM/FM key on the remote or the music center to turn your music system on to the most recently heard AM or FM station. The system turns on in SURROUND mode. Select another speaker mode, if desired. Note: If the system is on and the radio is already selected, this key switches between the AM and FM bands.
Operating Your Lifestyle® 8 System 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. Use the VOLUME ▲ or ▼ button on the Lifestyle® remote control or music 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.
Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 8 System Fine-tuning your system In most situations, following the speaker placement guidelines (see pages 6-8) provides excellent sound quality. Figure 20 Bass and treble controls You do not need to adjust tone settings for changes in volume, since Bose® patented signal processing technology provides a natural tonal balance over the full range of volume settings. If desired, you can further fine-tune your system as described below.
Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 8 System Changing the house code settings Each Lifestyle® remote control uses a system of matching house codes to communicate with its corresponding music center. If your remote’s commands ever conflict with those of another nearby Lifestyle® system, you can easily set a new house code for your system and its remote control(s) by following the procedures below. 1. Open the remote control battery cover. 2. Locate the miniature switches (Figure 21).
Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 8 System Adding speakers Your Lifestyle® 8 system provides high quality audio for a single listening area. However, your music center also provides connections (SPEAKERS A or SPEAKERS B) for adding a pair of powered speakers in a second room. In the second room, you can listen to the sound source that is playing in the main room. You can purchase an additional remote control to keep in the second room.
Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 8 System Troubleshooting Problem What to do System does not function at all • Make sure the power connector is inserted securely into the music center, the power cord is inserted securely into the Acoustimass® module, and the power pack and power cord are plugged fully into operating AC wall outlets. • Be sure to select a source (CD, AM/FM, etc.). • Unplug the music center power pack for a minute, then reconnect it.
Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 8 System Problem What to do Unit turns on and off by itself, or behaves erratically • Change the house code setting to prevent signals from conflicting with another nearby Lifestyle® system. See page 28 for instructions on setting the house code. CD does not play • • • • • • Radio does not work • • • • • • FM sound is distorted • Adjust antenna position to reduce interference.
Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 8 System Taking care of your Lifestyle® 8 system The only maintenance needed is cleaning the system and your compact discs, and replacing remote control batteries. For information on replacing the remote control batteries see “Installing the batteries in the remote control” on page 17. Figure 23 Handling a CD Handling CDs Handle discs by their edges to prevent fingerprints and scratches (Figure 23).
Product Information Technical information Powered Acoustimass 8 series II speaker system power rating Dimensions ® Music center USA/Canada: 120VAC, 50/60 Hz, 350W Europe/Australia: 220-240VAC, 50/60 Hz, 350W Dual Voltage: 115/230VAC, 50/60 Hz, 350W Model 5 music center 15.0" W x 7.8" D x 2.5" H (38.1 cm x 19.8 cm x 6.4 cm) Cube speakers 3.0" W x 4.0" D x 3.0" H (7.6 cm x 10.2 cm x 7.6 cm) Acoustimass module ® Power pack power rating USA/Canada: 120VAC, 60 Hz, 25VA 20.0" W x 7.5" D x 14.0" H (50.
Index A AA 5, 17 AC POWER 11 AC power cord 5, 11 AC power pack 5, 11 accessories 33 acoustic image 6 acoustics 27 Acoustimass® module 2-8, 10, 11, 16, 18, 22, 27, 30, 33 AM 17, 20, 22, 25 AM ANTENNA 16 AM antenna 5, 16, 30, 31, 33 AM/FM 4, 18, 20, 22-26, 30 analog 12, 13, 15, 22, 24 antenna 5, 10, 16, 30, 31, 33 audio cable 12, 13 audio input cable 5, 8, 10, 12, 14, 30, 31 audio tapes 8 Australia 5, 11 AUTO OFF 20 AUX 12-14, 20, 22, 24, 26, 30, 33 B BASS 27 batteries 2, 5, 17, 30, 32 battery cover 28, 29 br
Index P Pause 18 PCM 4, 12, 22, 24 phantom 13, 14 phone numbers 31, 33 placement 6, 7, 16, 27 PLAY 15, 31 Play 18 PLAY/PAUSE 20, 24 polarity 30 port 8 power cord 5, 11, 18, 30 power pack 5, 11, 17, 18, 30, 33 power rating 33 power surge 30 powered speakers 29 PRESET 19 preset 18-20, 25 preset radio station 20 problems 27, 31 purchase date 3 R radio 4, 19, 20, 25, 31 radio channel spacing 17 random 20, 24 RCA cable 14 RCA connector 10 RCA extension cables 9 REC 15 reception 16, 31 red 9, 10, 12, 15 reflected
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