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Remote control care
Changing the batteries as needed is the only regular maintenance required. However, the 
switches inside the remote battery case may be changed as needed, too. Additional remotes 
for use in other rooms may need their switches changed, too. For that, refer to “Bose
® link 
remote switch settings” on page 53.
Replacing the remote control batteries
Replace all four batteries when the remote control stops operating or its range seems 
reduced. Alkaline batteries are recommended.
1. Slide open the battery compartment on the back of the remote (Figure 23).
2. Insert four AAA or IEC-LR3 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.
Figure 23
Installing the remote 
control batteries
Changing house code settings
Each LIFESTYLE® remote control uses a house code that corresponds to the house code set 
in the media center, enabling the two to communicate. If another LIFESTYLE® system nearby 
creates a conflict with your system, you can easily set a new house code in your media center 
and its remote control(s) with steps that follow.
Using the remote control:
1. Open the remote control battery cover and locate the miniature switches (Figure 24 on 
page 52).
2. Move one or more of switches 1, 2, 3, or 4 in the opposite direction from its current 
setting. Use a paper clip, ball point pen, or similar object.
Note: DO NOT change any other switch settings. Moving other switches may disable your 
remote control.
3. Replace the battery cover.
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Using the media center: 
1. Lift the media center door and press the All Off button.
2. Press and hold the Enter button. Your current house code will appear in the media center 
display window in the form of four rectangles, which represent the positions of switches 
1 through 4:
3. While holding the Enter button, press any button on the remote control. 
The media center displays the new house code, which confirms its recognition of the 
new code:
4. Release the Enter button. The system remains off.
5. If you have additional remote controls, change the switches to match those of the first 
remote control by following steps 1-3 above. You do not need to repeat steps 4-8.
Note: To verify your system’s house code, press Enter while the system is off. The display con-
firms the settings of switches 1-4.
Figure 24
Miniature house code 
switches on the Main room 
(A) remote
Setting up a second room with sound
Your LIFESTYLE® DVD home entertainment system can direct sound to more than one room 
at the same time. What’s more, it can even direct sound from two different sound sources 
(such as CD, AM/FM tuner, TAPE, or AUX) to these rooms through two independent 
“streams.”
In other rooms with speakers (beyond the main room where the media center is located), you 
can choose either of two sources, for true independence. If the system is on in the main 
room, listeners in other rooms can enjoy the same program playing there or an entirely 
different program.
Capable of supplying up to 14 additional rooms with Bose sound, one LIFESTYLE
® system 
can fill your entire living space with music.HOUSE CODE:
Switches 1-4 down = 0 0 0 0 (current house code)
NEW HOUSE CODE:
(Switch 1 up, 2 down, 3 up, and 4 down = 1 0 1 0 (new house code)
123456789
123456789
Switches (1-4)
As set at the factory: 
all switches down.
Switches 1-4 need to match those 
switch settings in your main remote.
Set switches 5-9 for the room where 
you will use the Bose
® link remote. 
Switch 5 determines what “stream” 
or program you hear. 
For more information on streams, 
refer to the next section on this 
page.
Switches 6-9 represent the room 
where the remote will be used. 
In the main room, the remote is set 
as Room A with all switches down.
Other switches
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Bose® link compatible products simplify your decisions
As an option to provide sound throughout your home (or even outdoors), the Bose® link net-
work connects all the pieces and offers a variety of Bose products of consistent quality for 
use in other rooms.
These include: Bose Wave
® radio/CD Series II or 3•2•1 Series II systems, powered speakers, 
and unpowered speakers for indoors or out. It also offers amplifiers of different power ratings, 
plus the proper cables and adapters to complete your sound system. And by purchasing 
a Bose
® link remote control for each additional room, managing your whole-house music 
system becomes quick and easy. Inside these remotes, one small switch allows you to 
predetermine which rooms, as a group, will share the main room program stream and which 
other room or group of rooms will hear the alternate stream. 
For more versatility, you may prefer using a PERSONAL
® music center II remote control in 
your other rooms. Besides providing the ability to switch between program streams without 
setting switches, this advanced remote provides an LCD screen that shows you what is 
playing on both streams. So it is very easy to change from one to the other, whenever 
you like.
A Bose
® link symbol on the cartons (for the products mentioned above) helps simplify your 
selections. Regardless of which you choose, the Bose® link remote control also provides 
detailed instructions for using these products with the system. 
For more information on your options, or to purchase additional equipment, contact your 
local Bose dealer. Or, to reach Bose directly, refer to the address list included with 
your system.
Bose
® link remote switch 
settings
These settings are for use only with 
remote controls that have switches 
inside the battery compartment.* 
Make sure the house code 
switches 
(1, 2, 3, and 4) match those on your 
main remote.
For switch 5, determine if you want 
the room grouped with the main 
room (A), so it receives the same 
program heard there.
• If you do not change switch 5, 
the room will receive the same 
program stream as is heard in the 
main room (A).
• If you set switch 5 up ( ), the 
room will receive a different 
stream than the main room (A).ON
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Taking care of your LIFESTYLE® system
Caring for your system may include:
• Cleaning the system’s enclosures
• Cleaning your compact discs and DVDs
• Replacing the remote control batteries (for instructions, refer to the Installation Guide)
Cleaning the media center
• Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of the media center. 
• Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or 
abrasives.
• Do not allow liquids to spill into any openings.
• Do not use any sprays near the system.
Cleaning the speakers
• 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.
• Do not use any sprays near the system. Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning 
solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives.
• Do not allow liquids to spill into any openings. 
• The speaker grille panels require no special care, although you may vacuum them carefully, 
if necessary.
Cleaning discs
• Handle discs by their edges to prevent fingerprints and scratches (Figure 25). 
• To remove stains or fingerprints from the surface of a disc, use a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. 
Wipe in straight movements from the center of the disc to the outside. Do not use any 
chemical products; they can damage the disc.
• Do not write on or attach labels to the surface of the disc.
• To minimize exposure to dust and dirt, replace discs in their cases after use. Store each 
disc in its case, out of direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humidity.
Figure 25
Handling and cleaning a 
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Troubleshooting
Problem What to do
System doesn’t 
do anything• Make sure the power connector is inserted securely into the media center, the power cord 
is inserted securely into the Acoustimass
® module, and the power pack and power cord 
are fully plugged into operating AC wall outlets.
• Be sure to press a source button (CD/DVD, AM/FM, etc.) on the LIFESTYLE
®
remote control.
• Unplug the media center power supply for 60 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 lit on the display. If it is, press the 
Mute button on the remote control 
to unmute the sound.
• Make sure that the power switch on the Acoustimass module is set to ON (I).
• Make sure that the audio input cable: 
-connector is firmly seated in the media center Main Speaker jack
-multi-pin connector at the other end is firmly seated in the Acoustimass module 
AUDIO INPUT jack.
• Check connections between the cube speakers and the module.
• Turn the media center off for 60 seconds, then on again,
to restore communication between the media center and the speakers.
• Check the connections for any external components. Make sure that you have pressed 
the correct remote button for the source you want to hear.
• For CD or DVD play, be sure the disc is placed correctly, label-side up, in the disc tray.
• Connect the FM and AM antennas.
No sound from 
center speaker• Make sure the center speaker cable is connected at both ends.
• Select 3- or 5-speaker mode.
To o  m u c h  s o u n d  
from center speaker• Decrease the Center Channel setting.
No sound 
from surround speakers• Select 5-speaker mode.
• Increase the Surround setting for the source being played.
• Make sure the video sound source is stereo and surround-encoded, 
and the component used (TV, VCR, DVR, etc.) is stereo.
Surround speakers 
are too loud• Decrease the Surround setting for the source being played.
• 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).
Storing tracks of a CD 
takes much longer than 
it should• Remove the CD and check for scratches, which may slow the process or make it impossi-
ble to store all tracks. 
• Or, if the CD needs cleaning, refer to “Cleaning discs” on page 54.
Remote control
behaves erratically 
or it does not work• Check batteries and their polarity (+ and –).
• Move the remote (or the media center) a few feet to avoid an area of “dead spots”.
• Make sure the power cable between the media center and its power source is firmly 
seated, uncoiled, and extended to its full length.
• Make sure the remote control and media center house codes match.
• Install a remote control extender.
System turns on by itself, 
or behaves erratically• Change the house code setting to prevent signals from conflicting with another nearby 
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Radio does not work• Make sure antennas are connected properly.
• Move AM antenna at least 20 inches (50 cm) from the media center.
• Adjust antenna position to improve reception. 
• Make sure the AM antenna is in an upright position.
• Move antennas farther from media center, TV, or other electronic equipment.
• Select another station. You may be in an area of weak signal coverage for some stations.
The disc does not play• After pressing the CD/DVD button, wait a few seconds before pressing Play. 
• Make sure the disc is properly inserted (label side up).
• Eject the disc and try loading it again.
• The CD may be dirty. See “Cleaning discs” on page 54.
• Try another CD. The CD may be defective or not compatible. See “What discs you can 
play” on page 5.
FM sound is distorted• Adjust antenna position to reduce interference.
FM sound is noisy
in surround mode• Weak FM stations may produce static in the surround speakers. Select the 2-speaker 
mode in the Settings menu to minimize noise. See “Tuner setting options (FM or AM 
radio)” on page 36.
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 media center.
No sound from 
TV or CD/DVD or VCR 
or AUX • Check the connections.
• Make sure that component is turned on.
• Refer to the component owner’s manual. 
LIFESTYLE
® remote 
does not control 
your TV, VCR, 
cable/satellite box, 
or other external 
component• Make sure correct codes are set. See “For TV control” on page 28.
• Make sure that the front of the media center is not obstructed. 
The IR emitter that sends commands to your external components is below the controls.
• If you still cannot control your external components successfully, you may need to connect 
the external IR emitter, included with your system, to the IR EMITTER jack on the rear 
panel of the media center. See “Connecting the optional IR emitter cable” in your 
LIFESTYLE
® system Installation Guide.
Yo u r  T V  t u r n s  
on and off unexpectedly• Reposition the TV on/off sensor on the back of your TV. Or check the SCART connector if 
you use one.
• Verify that the TV on/off sensor is working properly by choosing 
TV Power Statusunder 
Video in the System menu.
TV screen goes dark 
or image flips repeatedly 
after making a change
to a Video feature in 
System settings• Use the media center to check the Video Format and Progressive Scan settings, following 
instructions in “Component video or progressive scan: activating your selection” on 
page 16. 
-Video Format should be set to NTSC (US standard) or PAL (European standard).
-Make sure the Progressive Scan setting is Off, unless you have used a component 
video connection and progressive scan is a feature of the TV.
Scrolling information on 
Media center display is 
unwanted• Press and hold the Info button on the remote until the scrolling information disappears.
• Press and hold again to make it reappear.
The system will not 
respond, and BOSE 
LIFESTYLE appears on 
the media center display• Turn the system off and then on again. 
• Unplug the system and wait for 30 seconds.
• If neither of these actions restores system operation, contact Bose customer service. 
Refer to the address list provided in the carton.
You forgot 
your password• Enter the numbers 2673 as temporary password to access the parental controls. Then 
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Contacting customer service
For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose® customer service. See the address 
and phone number list included with your system.
Limited warranty
Your LIFESTYLE® home theater system is covered by a transferable limited warranty. 
See your product registration card for details. Please be sure to fill out the information section 
on the card and mail it to Bose.
Technical information
Media center power pack power rating
USA/Canada: 120V  0.55A 50/60 Hz 33VDC  1.1A
International: 220-240V  0.30A 50/60 Hz 33VDC  1.1A
Dual voltage: 115/230V  0.55A 50/60 Hz 33VDC  1.1A
Speaker system power rating 
USA/Canada: 100-120V  50/60 Hz 350W
International: 220-240V  50/60 Hz 350W
Dual voltage: 100-120/220-240V  50/60 Hz 350W
Media center inputs
AUX: 2Vrms, maximum
CBL-SAT: 2Vrms, maximum
VCR: 2Vrms, maximum
TV: 2Vrms, maximum
DIGITAL: SPDIF (1 each for TV, VCR, TAPE, and AUX)
COMPOSITE VIDEO: NTSC or PAL format 1V
p-p with sync 75 Ω
S-VIDEO: Luminance 1V
p-p Chrominance 0.3Vp-p
Component video: NTSC or PAL 1Vp-p with sync on Y
OPTICAL INPUT: SPDIF digital, mapped to input
FM antenna: 75 Ω
AM antenna: 12µH
TV SENSOR: Scan frequency sensing
Media center outputs
SPEAKER ZONES 1 and 2: Variable audio, user selectable
AUDIO OUT: L and R: Fixed audio, 2 Vrms maximum
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT: SPDIF
OPTICAL OUTPUT: SPDIF, –15 to –21 dbm
COMPOSITE VIDEO: NTSC or PAL 1V
p-p with sync 75 Ω
S-VIDEO: Luminance 1V
p-p Chrominance 0.3Vp-p
Component video: NTSC or PAL 1Vp-p with sync on Y
Media center dimensions
15.8"W x 11.0"D x 3.5"H
(40.1 cm x 27.9 cm x 8.9 cm)
Media center weight
8.2 lb (3.7 kg)
Media center finish
Aluminum
Remote control range
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IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY: This End User License Agreement (“EULA”) is a legal agreement between you, the End 
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EULA. In the event you disagree with any of the terms contained herein, DO NOT UNWRAP THIS SYSTEM. Return the 
sealed System to the Bose Corporation for a full refund.
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND BOSE AND SUPERCEDES ANY PROPOSAL OR PRIOR AGREEMENT, ORAL OR 
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Por favor, lea esta guía del usuario
Dedique el tiempo que sea necesario para seguir el contenido de esta guía del usuario cuidadosamente. 
Le ayudará a configurar y utilizar correctamente el sistema y a disfrutar de todas sus funciones avanzadas. 
Conserve la Guía de instalación y la Guía de uso para futuras referencias.
ADVERTENCIA: Con el fin de reducir el riesgo de incendio o descarga eléctrica, no exponga el sistema a la lluvia o 
la humedad.
ADVERTENCIA: Este aparato no debe estar expuesto a salpicaduras ni mojarse. No coloque sobre él objetos que 
contengan líquidos como, por ejemplo, un jarrón. Al igual que con cualquier producto electrónico, tenga cuidado para 
no derramar líquidos en ningún componente del sistema. Los líquidos pueden provocar fallos o un incendio.
Estas marcas de PRECAUCIÓN se encuentran ubicadas en la parte inferior del centro multimedia del sistema de 
entretenimiento basado en DVD de LIFESTYLE
® y en el panel posterior del módulo Acoustimass®:
El símbolo de un relámpago con una flecha dentro de un triángulo equilátero indica al usuario que la 
carcasa del sistema puede contener elementos de voltaje sin aislar de magnitud suficiente para constituir 
un riesgo de descarga eléctrica.
El signo de exclamación dentro de un triangulo equilátero avisa al usuario de la existencia de instrucciones 
de funcionamiento y de mantenimiento importantes en esta guía del usuario.
PRECAUCIÓN: El uso de controles o ajustes o la realización de procedimientos distintos de los especificados en este 
documento pueden ocasionar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Únicamente el personal técnico 
convenientemente cualificado debe ajustar y reparar el reproductor de discos compactos.
PRECAUCIÓN: No coloque sobre el aparato ninguna fuente de llama viva, como velas encendidas.
Producto láser clase 1
El reproductor de DVD contenido en el centro multimedia está clasificado como un 
PRODUCTO LÁSER DE CLASE 1 según la norma EN 60825-1:1994 + A11. La etiqueta 
PRODUCTO LÁSER DE CLASE 1 está situada en la parte inferior del centro multimedia.
Pilas
Deseche correctamente las pilas usadas, según lo especifiquen las 
normas locales correspondientes. No las queme.
Pilas
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