Bose Lifestyle 5 music system Sold from October 1999 to 2003 series III User Manual

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Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 5 music 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 22). Change the position of switch 2, 3, or 4 by
moving it in the opposite direction from its current setting.
Note: Do not change any other switches at this time.
3. Replace the battery cover on the remote control.
4. Press the OFF key on the console.
5. Open the CD cover.
6. Press the STORE key. The display will begin to flash ‘— —’.
7. Within two seconds while the display is flashing, press any key on the remote control.
The display stops flashing and momentarily shows ‘— —’ to confirm recognition of the
house code. The system will remain off.
8. If you have additional remote controls, open the battery cover of each one and change the
switches to match those of the first remote control. It is not necessary to repeat steps 4–7.
Figure 22
Miniature switches for setting
house codes and speakers
234
ON
5678
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House code switches 
						

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Adding speakers
Your Lifestyle® 5 music system provides high quality audio for a single listening area.
However, your music center also provides connections (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.
Keep the following considerations in mind if you choose to connect secondary speakers.
Using speakers connected to the B outputs:
•You must use a second remote control, set to B (see instructions below), to turn on the
B speakers.
•Adjusting volume with this second remote adjusts volume for only the B speakers.
•Using the mute key on the second remote mutes or unmutes the second room
speakers.
Using speakers connected to the A and/or FIXED outputs:
•The music center controls operate speakers connected to A and FIXED outputs.
•Adjusting volume from the music center control panel or with the remote control that
came with the system adjusts volume for speakers connected to A and FIXED outputs.
•Using the mute key on the main remote mutes or unmutes speakers connected to A
and FIXED outputs.
Setting a second remote for additional speakers
You need a second remote control, set to B, to operate speakers connected to the
SPEAKERS B outputs. When you purchase a second remote control, it is shipped set to A, to
control your main speakers. It will also control secondary speakers connected to FIXED
outputs.
To set your second remote to control speakers connected to B, follow these steps:
1. Open the remote control battery cover.
2. Locate miniature switch 5. Slide the switch down (Figure 23).
3. Locate miniature switch 6. Slide the switch up (Figure 23).
4. Make sure that the house code switches match those on your first remote (see page 20).
5. Replace the battery cover on the remote control.
Note: Switches 7 and 8 are not for current system use.
Figure 23
Speaker code switch settings
Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 5 music system
Set to SPEAKERS A Set to SPEAKERS B
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ON
5678
K40
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ON
5678
K40 
						

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Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 5 music system
Troubleshooting
Problem What to do
System does not• Make sure the power connector is plugged securely into the music center, the Acoustimass®
function at all module power cord is plugged securely into the module, the power pack and power
cord are plugged into operating AC wall outlets, and the module power switch is on.
•Be sure to select a source (CD, AM/FM, etc.).
•Unplug the music center power pack for a minute, then reconnect it. This allows the unit to
reset itself after a power surge or power interruption.
No sound• Make sure the audio input cable is connected to the music center SPEAKERS A outputs,
the black connector is fully seated in the music center SYSTEM CONTROL 1 jack, and the
multi-pin connector is firmly seated in the Acoustimass module jack.
•Make sure the module power switch is in the ON position.
• Turn the music center off for ten seconds, then on again, to reestablish communication
between the music center and the speakers.
• Check the connections for any external components. Make sure to  select the correct
source for the desired input.
• Check the speaker connections.
• Be sure the CD is placed correctly, label-side up, in the music center, and the cover is closed.
• Increase the volume.
•Check to see if MUTE is lit in the display. Press MUTE on the remote to unmute the sound.
• Disconnect any headphones.
• Connect the FM and AM antennas.
Remote control• Check batteries and their polarity (+ and –).
is inconsistent• Operate the remote control closer to the music center.
or does not work• Make sure the remote control house code matches the music center code. Follow steps 4-7
on page 19 to match the house code settings.
Unit turns on and off by• Change the house code setting to prevent signals from conflicting with another nearby
itself, or acts erratically Lifestyle® system. See page 19 for instructions on setting the house code.
CD does not play•Make sure the music center CD cover is closed.
•Check to see if the play symbol 
  in the display is lit.
•After pressing the CD key, wait a few seconds before pressing PLAY.
•Check to see if there is a disc in the player, label-side up.
•The disc may be damaged. Try another disc.
•There may be dirt or dust on the laser pickup or on the CD. Clean the CD. Do not touch the
laser pickup.
•The music center cannot play a DVD disc.
Radio does not work• Make sure antennas are connected properly.
• Adjust antenna position to improve reception.
• You may be in an area of weak signal coverage.
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 music center.
No tape, CD, VCR,•Check the connections.
or TV sound•Refer to the component owner’s manual. 
						

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Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 5 music system
Warranty period
The Bose® Lifestyle® 5 music 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.
Cleaning the Lifestyle® 5 music system
The only maintenance needed is cleaning the system and replacing batteries for the remote
control.
For information on replacing the remote control batteries, see “Install the batteries” on page 13.
Cleaning the music center
Use only a soft cloth to clean the outside of the Lifestyle® music 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 CD player lens
Clean the CD player lens carefully, and only if necessary. If the lens is dusty, blow the dust
away using a cold blower or camera lens brush. To remove fingerprints from the lens, wipe it
gently with a lens tissue moistened with lens cleaning solution. Make sure no solution enters
the unit; it may cause damage.
Note: Do not apply excessive pressure on the lens, which could be damaged.
Cleaning the speakers and Acoustimass® module
Clean the surface of your speakers with a soft damp cloth. Do not use any sprays near the
system. Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammo-
nia, 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
with a soft-bristled attachment, if necessary.
CAUTION: If liquids get into the product, 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®
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Product Information
Dimensions
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
3.1" W x 4.0" D x 6.2" H
(7.8 cm x 10.2 cm x 15.7 cm)
Acoustimass module
23.3" W x 7.5" D x 14.0" H
(59.0 cm x 19.0 cm x 35.5 cm)
Weights
Music center
4.0 lb (1.7 kg)
Cube speakers
2.4 lb (1.1 kg)
Acoustimass module
33 lb (15.0 kg)
Total shipping weight
50 lb (22.7 kg)
Finish
Music center
Simulated aluminum, Polymer
Cube speakers
Polymer, painted
Acoustimass module
Vinyl veneer, Polymer
Accessories
To find out about mounting brackets, stands, and additional remote controls, contact your
Bose dealer. Or call Bose directly (see inside back cover for phone numbers).
Technical information
Powered Acoustimass® 5
speaker system
Power rating
USA/Canada: 120V~ 50/60 Hz 350W
Europe/Australia: 220-240V~ 50/60 Hz 350W
Dual Voltage: 115/230V~ 50/60 Hz 350W
Model 5 music center 
Power pack power rating
USA/Canada: 120V~ 60 Hz 25VA
Europe: 230V~ 50 Hz 25VA
Australia: 240V~ 50 Hz 25VA
Dual Voltage: 120V~ 60 Hz 25VA and
230V~ 50 Hz 25VA
Inputs
TAPE: 3V maximum
AUX, VIDEO SOUND: 4V maximum
FM antenna: 75Ω
AM antenna: 12 µH
POWER: 12V~, 1.0 A
Outputs
Variable audio: SPEAKERS A and B
Fixed audio: FIXED, TAPE
Headphone: 32Ω minimum impedance
SYSTEM CONTROL: for use with Bose
®
powered speakers and accessories
RC-5 remote control
Range: 65 feet (20 m) 
						

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Index
A
Acoustimass® module  2-10, 13, 18, 21, 23
AM antenna  5, 12, 21, 23
AM/FM  4, 14, 16, 17, 21
ANTENNA  12
antenna  5, 12, 21, 23
audio input cable  5, 7, 9, 21
AUTO OFF  14
AUX  14, 17, 23
auxiliary  4
B
BASS control  18
batteries  5, 13, 21, 22
C
cable  5-9, 10, 21
cable radio signal  12
cable TV  12
CD  4, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 21, 22
CD player cover  7
CDI player  11, 17
compact disc  17
connections  8-12, 20, 21
controls  2, 7, 14, 15, 18, 19, 23
cube speakers  6, 8, 23
customer service  5, 8, 22
D
display  11, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21
DVD  11, 17, 21
E
external antenna  12
F
FM 75Ω EXTERNAL antenna connector  12
FM antenna  5, 12, 23
H
headphones  17, 21
house codes  13, 19, 20, 21
L
laserdisc  11
M
moisture  2
music center  2-5, 7-17, 19-22
MUTE  14
P
placement  6, 12, 18
PLAY  14
port  7
power cord  5, 10, 13, 21
power pack  5, 10, 13, 21, 23
PRESET  14-16
preset radio station  14-16
R
radio  4, 14, 15, 16, 21
radio channel spacing  13
RCA extension cables  8
red collar  8
remote control  3, 4, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20-23
room compensation controls  18
S
safety information  2
serial numbers  5
signal splitter  12
speaker cable  5-8, 21
switches  13, 14, 16, 19, 20
T
TAPE jack  11, 17
tape deck  4, 11, 14, 17
terminals  8
TREBLE control  18
troubleshooting  21
tuning  16
turntable  11
TV  6, 7, 11, 12, 21
U
unpack  3, 5
V
VCR  7, 21
ventilation  7
VIDEO SOUND jack  11, 14, 23
voltage  2, 5, 10, 23
VOLUME  14
volume  14, 17, 18, 20, 21
W
warranty  22
wire cover  5, 12 
						

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