LIFESTYLE Homewide Powered Speaker System Owner's Guide Guía de usario Notice d'utilisation ® Français Español English SAFETY INFORMATION Please read this owner's guide Please take the time to follow the instructions in this owner's guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy its advanced features. Please save this owner's guide for future reference. Notes: · The product label is located on the bottom of the product. · Where the mains plug is used as the disconnect device, such disconnect device shall remain readily operable. · This product must be used indoors. It is neither designed nor tested for use outdoors, in recreation vehicles, or on boats. · Make no modifications to the system or accessories. Unauthorized alterations may compromise safety, regulatory compliance, and system performance. WARNINGS: · To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture. · Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on or near the apparatus. As with any electronic product, use care not to spill liquids into any part of the system. Liquids can cause a failure and/or a fire hazard. · Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near the apparatus. The LIFESTYLE® Homewide Powered Speaker System conforms to the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and to the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC. The PERSONAL® music center II conforms to the RTTE Directive 99/5/EC (R+TTED). The complete Declarations of Conformity can be found at www.Bose.com/static/compliance/index.html. Class B emissions · This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations (Canada only). · If applicable, the radio communication device incorporated into this apparatus meets all requirements of the Industry Canada standard RSS-310 (Canada only). The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in this owner's guide. Batteries Please dispose of used batteries properly, following any local regulations. Do not incinerate. Additional safety information See the additional instructions on the Important Safety Instructions sheet (North America only) enclosed in the shipping carton. ii English Español Français CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................... 1 Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 LISTENING TO YOUR AUDIO SOURCES ............... 23 Selecting an audio source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Listening to stored music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Listening to a music CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Listening to audio from a DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Listening to a Local source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Connecting a Local source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Selecting a Local source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Using Local source auto-detect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Listening to other sources (TV, VCR, CBL-SAT, AUX) . . . . 32 SYSTEM SETUP .............................................. 3 Placing the speaker system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Connecting the speakers to the module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Making a Bose® link connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Making a wired Bose® link connection . . . . . . . . . . 7 Making a wireless Bose® link connection (optional) 8 Connecting the AC power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Installing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Preparing for an ADAPTiQ® calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Performing the ADAPTiQ® calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 USING MULTIPLE SPEAKER SYSTEMS ................ 33 Setting up additional rooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Using multiple systems in the same expansion room . . . . 33 Changing the room code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 USING THE PERSONAL® MUSIC CENTER II ...... 17 Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Setup mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 About audio streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 When to change the room code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 When to change the house code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 CARE & MAINTENANCE ................................... 34 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Replacing the controller batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 iii Français Español English For your records Find the serial number on the bottom of the Acoustimass® module and record it here. This provides easy access to this number if you ever need to contact Bose® Customer Service. Serial number: ________________________________ Purchase date: ________________________________ Dealer name:__________________________________ Dealer phone: _________________________________ Please keep your sales receipt with this owner's guide. iv English Español Français INTRODUCTION Before you begin Thank you for purchasing the LIFESTYLE® Homewide powered speaker system. This product is specifically designed to expand your Bose® link-enabled home entertainment system into another area of your home. · Using the built-in ADAPTiQ® audio calibration system, you can make sure this system delivers the best possible performance in any setting. · The stereo audio inputs on the Acoustimass® module connection panel allow you to listen to an external audio device through this premium speaker system. · The included PERSONAL® music center II makes operating your Bose system from a second room easy and enjoyable. Note: This system is delivered to you ready to operate using room code C. If another Bose product in your home uses room code C, you will need to use a different room code for your powered speaker system. To learn how to change the room code in the PERSONAL® music center II, see "Setup mode" on page 20. To change the room code in the speaker system, see "Changing the room code" on page 33. Unpacking Check the carton for all the parts shown on the following page. Save the carton and packing materials, which provide the safest way to transport this product. If any part of the product appears to be damaged, do not attempt to use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer immediately or call Bose Customer Service. Refer to the address list enclosed in the carton for contact information. Note: Now is a good time to find the serial number on the bottom of your Acoustimass module and record it on page iv. 1 Français INTRODUCTION Español English Acoustimass® module Acoustimass module rubber feet 50-ft Bose® link B cable AC power cord 2 Jewel Cube® speakers Rubber speaker feet 2 speaker cables Audio input cable LIFESTYLE® HOMEWIDE POWERED SPEAKER SYSTEM SYSTÈME D'ENCEINTES AMPLIFIÉES MULTIPIÈCE LIFESTYLE® ® LIFESTYLE, ALTAVOCES PREMIUM DE EXTENSIÓN PERSONAL® music center II 4 AA (IEC LR6) batteries ADAPTiQ® headset Demonstration CD 2 English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP 1 Placing the speaker system 1. Place the Jewel Cube speakers on a stable, level surface; one to your left and one to your right: · 6-12 feet (1.8-3.6m) apart · At about ear height (when seated) · Within 20 feet (6.1m) (maximum speaker cable length) from the Acoustimass module What you need for this step: Acoustimass module ® · Near the front edge of the shelf if placed in an enclosed bookcase · With one cube of each speaker aimed forward into the room and the other aimed at a side wall to create reflected sound Left speaker Jewel Cube speakers ® Right speaker Note: You can mount Jewel Cube speakers on a wall or on floor stands. To purchase wall mounting brackets or floor stands, contact your local Bose dealer or visit www.Bose.com. ® Acoustimass module CAUTION: Vibration can cause speakers to move, particularly on smooth surfaces like marble, glass or highly polished wood. To reduce the chance of movement, Bose recommends that you attach the included rubber speaker feet to the bottom of the speakers. 3 Français SYSTEM SETUP 2. Place the Acoustimass module on the floor at the same end of the room as the front speakers: · Standing upright (BEST) or laying on either side (ALTERNATE) ® Español English CAUTION: DO NOT stand the module on its front or back end. BEST ALTERNATE CAUTION: Do not put electronic media, such as video or audio tapes on or next to the module for long periods of time. The magnetic field surrounding the module may erase some or all of the recorded material. CAUTION: DO NOT BLOCK the ventilation openings on the module. This can cause it to overheat. · With the front opening facing into the room · Close to an AC (mains) outlet · At least 18 in (45 cm) from any TV to avoid magnetic interference with the TV image. Move it farther away if you still notice interference. Note: When placing the module on bare floors, you can attach the included rubber feet to the bottom of the module for stability and protection. Continue with 2 on the next page. 4 English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP 2 Connecting the speakers to the module Left (L) (gray) Right (R) (blue) What you need for this step: 2 speaker cables Right speaker Left speaker 1. Lay the Acoustimass module on its side as shown. 2. Insert the left (L) (gray) speaker cable plug into the left (L) (gray) connector on the Acoustimass module. 3. Insert the other end of the left (L) speaker cable into the left Jewel Cube speaker connector. ® ® 4. Insert the right (R) (blue) speaker cable plug into the right (R) (blue) connector on the Acoustimass module. 5. Insert the other end of the right (R) speaker cable into the right Jewel Cube speaker connector. Continue with Acoustimass module 3 on the next page. 5 Français SYSTEM SETUP Español English 3 Making a Bose link connection ® Wireless Bose link connection (optional) You need: The Bose Link AL8 Homewide Wireless Audio Link (purchased separately) AL8 transmitter AR1 receiver You can make a wired or wireless (optional) Bose link connection between your powered speaker system and your LIFESTYLE home entertainment system. ® Wired Bose link connection You need: AC power pack Bose link A cable AC power pack Bose link A cable 50-ft Bose link B cable (included) See "Making a wired Bose link connection" on page 7. ® Note: Refer to the AL8 owner's guide for details on the proper placement of the transmitter and receiver. See "Making a wireless Bose link connection (optional)" on page 8. ® 6 English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP ATTENTION! If you are making a wireless Bose link connection, skip the instructions on this page and go to page 8. 2. Route the Bose link B cable to the room where your powered speaker system is located. 3. Plug the other end of the Bose link B cable into the Bose link connector on the Acoustimass module. ® Making a wired Bose link connection 1. Plug one end of the Bose link B cable into the Bose link Speakers connector on your media center. ® Media center Bose link B cable Bose link B cable (included) Acoustimass module Continue with 4 on page 11. 7 Français SYSTEM SETUP Español English Making a wireless Bose link connection (optional) 1. Plug one end of a Bose link A cable (supplied with the AL8) into the INPUT connector on the AL8 transmitter. TRANSMITTER ® 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the Bose link Speakers connector on your media center. Media center Bose link INPUT Bose link A cable Bose link A cable 8 English Español Français SYSTEM SETUP 3. Plug the cord from one AC power pack into the AC power connector on the AL8 transmitter. 4. Plug the power pack into an AC outlet. AC Power ...