Bose Lifestyle system VS1 video expander Sold from May 2005 to present User Manual

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For an S-Video Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1
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Choosing connection types for your video sourcesIf you connected your TV to the VS-1 using an S-Video cable, you can only use S-Video 
and Composite connections for source inputs even though a source may have compo-
nent output connections.
1. Examine the rear panel of all your source devices to determine what types of video 
output connectors they have.
2. In the following table, place a check next to the type of video input connection you 
plan to use for each of your video sources. Choose the type of connection that pro-
vides the highest level of video image quality. We recommend using an S-Video 
connection if it is available.Connecting your sources to the VS-1After obtaining the cable(s) you need:
1. Plug one end of the video cable into the appropriate jack on the rear of your video 
device.
2. Plug the other end of the video cable into the appropriate Video INPUT jack(s) on 
the VS-1.
3. Turn to “Source Audio Connections” on page 14.VCR CBL-SATAUX 
(Other)Connection 
typeVideo 
Quality
S-Video Good
Composite Standard
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If any of your sources do not have an S-Video jack, you can use a Composite 
connection. Remember, the VS-1 converts this up to S-Video format. 
						

							12For a Composite Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1
Connecting your TV to the VS-1 (Composite)Follow the instructions on this page and the next if you decided to con-
nect your TV to the VS-1 using a composite video cable.
You can use the composite video cable included with your LIFESTYLE
® 
system to make this connection.
1. Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite video 
jack on the rear of your TV.
2. Plug the other end of the composite video cable into the Video OUT-
PUT Composite jack on the VS-1.
3. Turn to page 13 for instructions on connecting your video sources to 
the VS-1.
TV connection 
panel
VS-1
Composite cable 
(Supplied with 
your LIFESTYLE 
system.) 
						

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For a Composite Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1
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Connecting your sources to the VS-1If you connected your TV to the VS-1 using a composite video cable, you 
can only use composite connections for source inputs.
You need to obtain a composite video cable to make this connection.
1. Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite jack on 
the video source. 
2. Plug the other end of the composite video cable into the composite 
Video INPUT jack on the VS-1.
3. Turn to “Source Audio Connections” on page 14.
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							14Source Audio ConnectionsNow that all the video connections are made, you can 
connect the audio sources to the media center.
Connect the audio OUT jacks from all your sources to 
the appropriate audio IN jacks on the rear panel of 
your LIFESTYLE
® media center.
For more information on connecting audio sources to 
the media center, refer to your LIFESTYLE
® system 
installation guide.
LIFESTYLE
® media center rear panel 
						

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Program Recording Connections
Connecting your cable/satellite box 
to your VCR/DVR
If you occasionally want to record programs from your 
cable service, you need to connect your cable/satellite 
box to your VCR or DVR. The diagram on this page is an 
example of how this equipment might typically be 
connected.
Before you start, make sure that your cable/satellite box 
and VCR/DVR have the necessary inputs and outputs 
available.
Connect an unused video output on your cable/satel-
lite box to an unused video input on your VCR/DVR. 
Choose the connection type that provides the highest 
level of image quality. Refer to page 7.
Connect an unused audio output on your cable/satel-
lite box to an unused audio input on your VCR/DVR.Recording programsYour LIFESTYLE system does not need to select the 
source you want to record. You can potentially watch one 
program source while recording another.
1
2
Previously
made
connections
Previously
made
connections
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							16Operating Information
Updating the system softwareYour DVD home entertainment system might need a software update to enable it to 
operate the VS-1. For example, if you cannot see a picture on your TV after installing 
the VS-1, you need to update the system software. A software update disc is 
included in the carton with your VS-1.
To run the software update disc:
1. Turn on your LIFESTYLE
® system.
2. Load the software update disc into the disc player.
3. Follow the instructions included with the software update disc.
Activating component videoTo use a component video connection between your TV and media center, complete 
the following steps to enable your media center to output component video signals. 
This must be done before you can view any video image on your TV.
1. Make sure your media center is turned off.
2. Lift up the front door of the media center to access the control buttons.
3. Press and hold Enter.
4. Press Store as many times as necessary until VIDEO appears on the media 
center display.
5. Release the Enter button.
6. Press Vo l u m e up or down until the video setting you want is displayed:
 NTSC COMPONENT – for a component only connection in North America
 PAL COMPONENT – for a component only connection outside North America
 NTSC PROGRESSIVE – for a component connection and progressive scan in 
North America (PAL progressive is not supported)
7. Press Store to confirm the selection and return the system to normal operation.
Front panel door – lifts up
Display window Disc tray
Media center 
control buttons 
						

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Operating Information
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Switching sourcesAfter adding the VS-1 to your system setup, switching sources is greatly 
simplified. Just press the remote button (CD/DVD, VCR, CBL/SAT, or AUX) 
for the source you want to use. If you select one of the sources connected 
to the VS-1, make sure the source is turned on.Selecting the TV sourceIf you select the TV source, you will hear the audio source that is con-
nected to the TV audio input jack on your media center, but your TV will 
display the video of the last video source selected. You may need to select 
another video input on your TV to see the corresponding video. When you 
press TV on the remote, “Choose TV INPUT” appears on the media center 
display, reminding you to switch TV inputs if necessary.Selecting a non-video sourceIf you select a non-video source (such as FM, AM, audio CD), the VS-1 
continues to send the output of the last-selected video source to your TV 
screen. This feature allows you to view the video portion of a program on 
your TV while listening to the audio portion from another source. For 
example, you can watch a ball game while listening to the program audio 
from a local radio station.
TV
Choose TV INPUT 
						

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Mounting Your VS-1 on a Wall
Required tools
Recommended hardware
Install two screws eight inches 
apart. Leave ¼ in (6 mm) between 
wall surface and screw head.
Position the VS-1 over the screws 
so that it is flush with the wall.Lower the VS-1 onto the screws 
to lock it in place.
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3
For solid wood
For wallboard-in (3.5 mm) drill bit1
8Use drill size 
specified for 
type of wall 
anchor used.No. 8 x 1½-in
(M4 x 36 mm)
wood screws
No. 8 x 1½-in (M4 x 36 mm) wood or machine 
screws (depends on type of wall anchor)No. 8 (M4) 
wall anchor 
						

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Maintaining Your VS-1
Cleaning
 Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of the VS-1. 
 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 VS-1.TroubleshootingProblem What to do
System will not turn on  Make sure the DC output cable from the media center power supply is plugged into the VS-1 
and that the VS-1 plug labelled “DC Power” is connected to the media center.
 Make sure the media center power supply is plugged into an AC receptacle.
No picture on TV  Make sure the VS-1 Quadra cable is correctly connected to the media center.
 Make sure you connected your TV to the TV output connector on the VS-1.
 If you connected the VS-1 to your TV using a component connection, make sure you activated 
the component output in your media center. See “Updating the system software” on page 16.
 Make sure you have selected the correct video input on your TV.
 Run the software update disc to make sure your system has been enabled to operate the VS-1.
The wrong picture 
appears on my TV for 
the source I selected Make sure your sources are connected to the appropriate VS-1 inputs.
 Make sure the Serial Data plug from the VS-1 is fully inserted into the media center jack.
 Make sure you have selected the correct video input on your TV.
 Run the software update disc to make sure your system has been enabled to operate the VS-1.
Some sources do not 
appear on my TV Make sure your sources are connected to the appropriate VS-1 inputs.
 Make sure you have not used a source that outputs a video format that is higher in quality than 
what your TV can accept.
 If you are using both high definition and standard definition sources, make sure you are using a 
TV input that can handle multiple formats (480i to 1080i).
I see a picture on my TV 
even though I selected 
an audio source 
(Stored, FM, AM, CD) You are experiencing a feature that allows you to view the video portion of a program on your 
TV while listening to the audio portion from another source. For example, you can watch a ball 
game while listening to the program audio from a local radio station. 
						

							Maintaining Your VS-1
20Technical informationDimensionsSize of the housing with the RCA jacks (excluding cable and bend relief):
12.8 W x 4.1 D x 1.4 H
(32.41 cm x 10.48 cm x 3.61 cm)VS-1 power ratingUSA/Canada: 3.5 W
International: 3.5 WVideo inputsComponent: Y, P
b, P
r
S-Video: Luminance 1V
p-p
, Chrominance 0.3V
p-p
Composite: NTSC or PAL format 1V
p-p
 with sync 75Ω
Video outputComponent: Y, P
b, P
r
S-Video: Luminance 1V
p-p
, Chrominance 0.3V
p-p
Composite: NTSC or PAL format 1V
p-p
 with sync 75Ω
Weight (approximate)1.25 lb (.57 kg)FinishMolded plasticContacting Customer ServiceIf you need help solving problems while setting up this product, contact Bose
® Customer 
Service. See the address and phone number list included with your system.