Bose Lifestyle 25 Owners Guide
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AM187718_01_V.pdf December 20, 2001 9 Figure 6 Connecting the speakers and the music center LRTAPE INLRTAPE OUT RIGHT RIGHT CENTER OUTPUTS TO CUBE SPEAKERSLEFT LEFTFRONT SURROUNDAUDIO INPUT Left front speaker 230 V230 V 115 V115 V Figure 7 Dual voltage Acoustimass module: voltage selector switch settings Figure 8 The AC power pack (model PS71 shown) CAUTION: Be sure to use the correct power pack for your area. Using the wrong one may damage your music center. Connecting the Acoustimass® module power cord 1. On a dual voltage Acoustimass module, the voltage selector switch is preset at the factory. If it is not set for the proper voltage, slide it to the correct setting (Figure 7). Use 115V for North America, and 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. 2. Plug the small end of the AC power (mains) cord into the module power jack. Note: Do not plug the power cord into a power outlet until you complete all connections. Connecting the music center power pack The Lifestyle® music center comes with either a 100V, 120V, 230V, or 240V power pack. See Figures 1 and 8. Dual voltage models include both the PS71 and PS72 power packs. Use only the Bose ® power pack model specified for your area: •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 1. Firmly insert the small connector on the end of the power pack cable into the AC power jack on the back of the Lifestyle ® music center. 2. Make sure that the power pack reaches an AC power (mains) outlet. Note: Do not plug the power pack into a power outlet until you complete all connections. Setting Up Right-angle connector into AUDIO INPUT Right front speakerCenter speaker Right surround speakerLeft surround speaker Power jackAudio input cable Multi-pin connector into SPEAKER ZONE 1 AC power pack CAUTION: Make sure the voltage selec- tor switch is set correctly.
10 December 20, 2001 AM187718_01_V.pdf Setting Up Figure 9 Connecting components through your TV Cable TV Laserdisc VCR Connecting your home theater components to the Lifestyle® system There are many variations of equipment in a home theater. A basic home theater system might include a stereo or mono TV and stereo VCR with the Lifestyle® 25 system. Your home theater can include many other combinations of equipment, including cable TV box, laser- disc players, CDI players, additional VCRs, and satellite decoders. Note: A mono TV only serves as a display for the video, not as a source for the audio. In order for the Lifestyle® system to provide home theater effects, the program material must be recorded 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 are stereo devices, all CD and CDI players and nearly all laserdisc players play in stereo format. 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 the primary video sound source The Lifestyle® music center has two sets of video sound inputs for the primary sources (Figure 10). If you set up your music center a distance from your TV, you may need extra long audio cables or extensions. Note: Your Lifestyle® 25 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 music center inputs. Cables may also be supplied with your components. If needed, cables are available at many electronics stores, or call Bose ® customer service. Most audio cables are color coded. Match red connectors to right (R) jacks and black or white connectors to left (L) jacks. There are three basic methods for setting up your home theater. It is easiest to use a stereo TV as the switching center to select the sound source. The next easiest option is to use a stereo VCR as the switching center. The third option is to connect components directly to the Lifestyle ® music center, and select the source from the Lifestyle® remote or control panel. (1) To direct your video sound sources through your TV If your stereo TV has fixed audio outputs (the audio signal level does not change), and it allows you to select the source of the signal (VCR, laserdisc, cable, etc.): •Connect your home theater components (VCR, cable box, laserdisc player, etc.) to the appropriate TV inputs. See Figure 9. •Connect the TV fixed audio outputs to the VIDEO 1 or 2 inputs of the music center. •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.) •Set the TV balance control to the center of the dial or range. •Set tone controls to flat or the middle position (neutral). •Set the TV to the stereo position. Note: If you connect the audio outputs from your TV to the music center, be sure to use the audio (L and R) and video outputs from the VCR to the TV. If the audio signal passes through two coaxial cable connections (like the connection from a cable TV box), in some cases the stereo or surround encoding may be lost. Note: If necessary, as a second choice, you can use 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. TV
AM187718_01_V.pdf December 20, 2001 11 Figure 10 Music center connectors (2) To direct your video sound sources through your VCR If your TV is not a stereo model, or does not have the appropriate outputs, connect your stereo VCR to the music center. Use the VCR as a tuner to select other connected sound sources. See Figure 11. •Connect your home theater components to the appropriate VCR inputs. •Connect the VCR video out signal to the TV through VIDEO IN or composite video input. You can also use the RF (coaxial or 75Ω) or antenna input. •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.) •Connect the VCR fixed audio outputs to the VIDEO 1 or 2 inputs of the music center. Note: To ensure proper stereo or surround sound, connect the L and R audio outputs from your stereo VCR directly to your music center L and R VIDEO 1 or 2 inputs, as shown in Figure 11. If you prefer to connect the audio outputs from your TV to the music center, be sure to use the audio (L and R) and video outputs from the VCR to the TV. If the audio signal passes through two coaxial cable connections (like the connection from a cable TV box), in some cases the stereo or surround encoding may be lost. (3) To connect components directly to the Lifestyle® music center If you cannot (or do not choose to) use your TV or VCR to select the sound sources, con- nect up to three sound sources directly to the Lifestyle® music center. For example, connect a VCR into VIDEO 1, a laserdisc to VIDEO 2, and a TV’s fixed audio outputs to AUX on the music center. See Figure 12. By pressing VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, or AUX on the remote control or SOURCE SELECT on the music center control panel, you choose which sound source to hear. Note: Selecting VIDEO 1 or 2 on your Lifestyle® system automatically selects SURROUND (5-speaker) mode, and selecting AUX or TAPE automatically selects STEREO (2-speaker) mode. If you wish, you can change the speaker mode after you select the source. About the video source Your TV is the display for the video (picture) signal. Therefore, the video signal must be connected directly to the TV. The video signal should not be connected to the Lifestyle® music center. Note: For assistance with video connections, see your video components manuals. Note: There is no video signal input (usually a yellow-coded jack) on the music center. The music center VIDEO INPUT jacks are for audio from a video source. Cable TV Figure 11 Connecting components through your VCR Laserdisc VCR Video out to TV Audio out TV Figure 12 Connecting components to the music center inputs Cable TV Setting Up Laserdisc VCR Audio out TV Video Audio out to TV out
12 December 20, 2001 AM187718_01_V.pdf Other connections Use standard RCA audio cables to connect other components to your Lifestyle® system, matching the red connector to R (right), white (or black) connector to L (left). You can use a Y-adapter (available at electronics stores) to connect a mono source. How- ever, the left and right speakers then play the same monaural sound. 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 music center TAPE OUT jacks. Connect the outputs (PLAY) from the tape deck to the music center TAPE IN jacks. See Figure 13. Additional CD player or changer To use an external CD player or changer, connect the outputs from the component to the music center AUX INPUT jacks. See Figure 13. Turntable To connect a turntable, you need a phono preamplifier (with RIAA equalization). Consult your dealer for the appropriate model. Note: The Lifestyle® 25 system cannot turn a connected component on or off. LRTAPE INLRTAPE OUT VCR, TV, and/or laserdisc VCR, TV, and/or laserdisc Other componentOutputs InputsTape deck Figure 13 Connecting other components Setting Up
AM187718_01_V.pdf December 20, 2001 13 LRTAPE INLRTAPE OUT Setting Up Connect the antennas The rear panel of your Lifestyle® music center provides connections for the supplied AM and FM antennas (Figure 14). Unwind each antenna. Antennas provide better reception when their wires are not bundled. FM antenna connections 1. Plug the FM antenna connector into the FM ANTENNA jack on the back of the music center. 2. Spread out the antenna arms. Experiment with both the placement and the angle of this antenna to provide optimum FM reception. Note: A central antenna or cable, or an outdoor FM antenna, may be used with the music center antenna connections. To install an outdoor antenna, consult a qualified installer. Follow all safety instructions. AM antenna connections 1. Plug the AM antenna connector into the AM ANTENNA jack on the back of the music center. 2. Move the antenna as far as possible from the music center and other components, and at least four feet (1.2 m) from the Acoustimass ® module. This prevents interference with AM reception. 3. To stand the antenna up on a flat surface, extend the wire feet outward. Or, use the notch on the back of the antenna to hang it on a wall. For proper AM signal reception, be sure the antenna is in an upright position. 4. You may want to adjust the antenna location or orientation as needed to receive distant stations. AM antenna jack Figure 16 The AM antenna Figure 15 The FM antenna Figure 14 The antenna connectionsCoaxial (75Ω) FM antenna jack
14 December 20, 2001 AM187718_01_V.pdf Setting Up Set up the remote control 1. Slide open the battery compartment on the back of the remote (Figure 17). 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. Alkaline batteries are recommended. Note: Do not change the settings of the factory-preset miniature switches. See “Changing the house code settings” on page 25 for information on how to prevent conflicts with other Lifestyle ® systems. Battery compartment cover 3 AA batteries Miniature switches Set radio channel spacing on dual voltage systems Dual voltage music centers (which include both 120V and 230V power packs) can be set for two types of AM and FM channel spacing. •10 kHz for AM and 200 kHz for FM (common to North America) •9 kHz for AM and 50 kHz for FM (common to Europe) Your dual voltage music center is preset for North American spacing. Select the channel spacing most appropriate for your area. To change between North American and European channel spacing: 1. Turn the music center off. 2. Press and hold the ERASE key (on the music center control panel) for three seconds. The display flashes PROGRAM and indicates for North American spacing or for European spacing. 3. While holding the ERASE key, press SOURCE SELECT (on the music center control panel). The display flashes PROGRAM and the setting changes from to . While holding ERASE, press SOURCE SELECT again to change from to . Figure 17 Installing the remote control batteries
AM187718_01_V.pdf December 20, 2001 15 Operating Your Lifestyle® 25 System Turn on your Lifestyle® 25 system Plug the Acoustimass® module power cord into an AC power (mains) outlet. Then plug in the music center power pack. Note: Your speakers will not operate unless you complete all cable and power connections before turning on the music center. You are ready to enjoy your new Lifestyle® system. Refer to the information below about the music center display, and to the following pages for information on the music center controls and the Lifestyle ® remote control. To open the music center, press up gently on the bottom of the door (Figure 18). •To play compact discs, follow the instructions on pages 18 and 19. To verify your system setup, listen to the instructions on the Test CD. •To listen to the radio, follow the instructions on page 20. •To use other components with your Lifestyle ® system, see page 21. •To use your system with two listening zones, see pages 23 and 24. Turning the system on •Press ON/OFF or any source key on the remote (CD, AM/FM, TAPE, VIDEO 1 or 2, AUX). Or, press ON/OFF or SOURCE SELECT on the music center. •Pressing VIDEO selects SURROUND mode; pressing CD, AM/FM, TAPE, or AUX selects STEREO mode. Press SURROUND (5-speaker), STEREO+CENTER (3-speaker), or STEREO (2-speaker) to change the mode. Adjusting the volume •Use the VOLUME (up) or (down) keys to raise or lower the volume. •Use the MUTE key on the remote control to silence the speakers in the zone controlled by that remote. Press MUTE again to restore volume to the muted speakers. •Use the MUTE ALL key on the remote control to silence speakers in both zones. Press MUTE ALL to restore volume to the muted speakers. Or, press MUTE, VOLUME , PLAY, or a source key to resume sound in the selected zone. Turning the system off •Press the ON/OFF key on the remote or the music center. The music center display This music center display provides information on the music center functions. CAUTION: Be sure the three shipping screws on the bottom of the music center have been removed before turning on the system. Mute indicator Zone 1 or 2 indicator Random play all discs or random play one disc indicator CD track and AM/FM preset number displayStop indicatorSetting house codes indicator No disc indicator Pause indicator Play indicatorDisc indicators CD elapsed time and AM/FM station frequency displaySource indicatorsFigure 19 The music center display Figure 18 Opening the music center door
16 December 20, 2001 AM187718_01_V.pdf AMFM AUX CD 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO TAPE MUTE MUTE ALL OFFON RANDOM Operating Your Lifestyle® 25 System Note: For information on controlling the system from different listening zones, see “Using two listening zones” on pages 23- 24. SOURCE SELECT /II /II Music center Remote control SKIP SKIP ON OFF SKIPSKIP The system controls Function VIDEO 1 - Selects a video sound source connected to the VIDEO 1 inputs, and turns the system on. VIDEO 2 - Selects a video sound source connected to the VIDEO 2 inputs, and turns the system on. AUX - Selects a component connected to the AUX inputs, and turns the system on. CD - Selects the built-in CD changer and turns the system on. 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. TA P E - Selects a tape deck or component connected to the TAPE inputs, and turns the system on. SOURCE SELECT - Turns the system on to the previously selected sound source. When on, changes the source in this sequence – CD, FM, AM, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, AUX, TAPE, CD. . . STOP - Stops the CD player. After 20 minutes, the system shuts off. PAUSE - Pauses play of the CD. After a 20-minute pause, changes to STOP. PLAY - Begins play of the CD. RANDOM (or SKIP plus SKIP ) - In CD mode, begins random play of all tracks on all discs. Pressed again, begins random play of tracks on the current disc. Pressed again, cancels random play. SKIP - Selects the previous CD track, or the previous preset radio station. Held down, initiates scan (CD) or seek (tuner) function. SKIP - Selects the next CD track, or the next preset radio station. Held down, initiates scan (CD) or seek (tuner) function. NEXT DISC - Advances to play the next disc loaded in the CD magazine. VOLUME \ - Raises or lowers the system volume. MUTE - Silences the speakers in the selected zone. Also restores volume to muted speakers in the selected zone. MUTE ALL - Silences all speakers currently playing. Also restores sound to speakers silenced by the MUTE ALL key. ON/OFF - Turns the system on and off.
AM187718_01_V.pdf December 20, 2001 17 Operating Your Lifestyle® 25 System Other music center controls The music center function keys are described on the previous page. Use the following special music center keys to tune the radio, set station presets, and scan a CD (Figure 20). TUNE / - Lowers or raises the frequency setting of the radio (stations). In CD mode, initiates a fast scan of the current CD. STORE or ERASE - Adds or removes radio station presets. For instructions, see page 20. Also used for changing channel spacing (page 14) and house codes (page 25). ON OFFVOLUMESTORE/IPLAY/PAUSE SOURCE SELECTERASE SKIP NEXT DISCTUNEI The Lifestyle® 25 remote control For most types of home construction, your advanced radio-frequency remote control works from anywhere in your home. Its radio wave signals pass through walls and floors to reach the music center. To operate, simply press the desired key. You do not need to aim the remote at the music center. Note: Some types of buildings create “dead spots” where the remote will not operate. Simply move the remote a foot or two and try again. You can also move the music center a few feet to a location with better remote response. Figure 21 shows the layout of the remote control keys. Special keys on the remote control select the speaker mode (2, 3, or 5 speakers), and adjust the surround (rear) volume and the center speaker volume. SPEAKER MODE - Selects SURROUND SURROUND (5-speaker), STEREO+CENTERSTEREO+CENTER(3-speaker), or STEREO STEREO (2-speaker) mode. •When you press VIDEO, the system automatically selects SURROUND mode. •For other sound sources (AM/FM, CD, AUX, TAPE), the system selects STEREO mode. •Each time you change to another sound source, the system selects the factory-set speaker mode for that source (SURROUND for VIDEO, STEREO for all others). •While the system is playing, you can change to any other speaker mode (SUR- ROUND, STEREO+CENTER, STEREO). SURROUND + / – - In SURROUND mode, raises or lowers the volume of the surround speakers. In STEREO+CENTER mode, raises or lowers the volume of the center speaker. •Each time you select SURROUND mode, the surround and center speaker volumes return to the last settings used. Each time you select STEREO+CENTER mode, the center speaker volume returns to the last setting used. •To return to the factory-set SURROUND or STEREO+CENTER volume, hold the SURROUND or STEREO+CENTER key for 10 seconds. •While in STEREO mode, pressing SURROUND + selects SURROUND mode. Figure 21 The remote control keys Figure 20 The music center controls
18 December 20, 2001 AM187718_01_V.pdf Operating Your Lifestyle® 25 System Listening to compact discs Using the CD changer You can load up to six compact discs at a time. Loading discs into the CD magazine Hold the magazine, looking at the side with the arrow. Insert up to six discs, label side up (Figure 22). 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 num- bers on the display. Note: If a disc is upside-down, it does not play. The display shows the word “disc” and flashes the box representing that disc. Figure 22 Loading a CD 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 music center. 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 6 DISK MAGAZINE 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 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 (Figure 23). Figure 23 Ejecting a CD Figure 25 The CD magazine EJECT button 6 D I S C M A G A Z I N E6 5 4 3 2 1E J E C T EJECT button Loading the CD magazine into the music center Open the music center door. Insert the CD magazine fully into the music center, following the direction of the arrow on the magazine (Figure 24). Figure 24 Loading the CD magazine 6 DISC MAGAZINE INSERT IN THIS DIRECTION Ejecting the CD magazine from the music center Press the EJECT button, at the lower left of the magazine slot, to remove the magazine (Figure 25). If a CD is playing, pressing the EJECT button stops the CD, replaces it in the magazine, and ejects the magazine.