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The Bose ®Lifestyle ®5 Music System Owner's Guide October22, 2001 AM251774_03_V.pdf...
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the system to rain or moisture. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. These CAUTION marks may be located on the back panel and bottom of your Lifestyle ®...
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Please call Bose to be referred to an authorized wet basement, near a swimming pool, or any- where else that water or moisture are present.
Antenna grounding 18. Use proper power sources - Plug the product into a proper power source, as described in the operating Example of antenna grounding as per National Electrical instructions or as marked on the product. Code, ANSl/NFPA 70. 19, Avoid power lines - Use extreme care when installing an outside antenna system to keep from touching power lines or circuits, as contact with ..>-.
Cleaning the Lifestyle ®5 music system ..............Product Information Technical information ....................Accessories ......................... Index ..........................Bose ®Corporation ..................inside back cover For your records Serial numbers are located on the bottom of the music center and the bottom panel of the Acoustimass ®module.
Before you begin Thank you for purchasing the Bose ®Lifestyle ®5 music system. This complete audio system offers superb sound, elegance, technology, and simplicity for music and home entertainment. Your system includes: • A Lifestyle ®music center with built-in AM/FM radio and compact disc (CD) player •...
Lifestyle ®5 music system. If any part of the product appears damaged, do not attempt to use the system. Notify Bose®or your authorized Bose dealer immediately. Check to be sure your Lifestyle ®5 music system contains the parts identified in Figure 1.
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For additional stability, you can add rubber feet to your speakers. You may obtain rubber feet (part no. 178321), free of charge, from Bose®.Contact Bose Customer Service (see listings on the inside back cover).
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If you need additional audio and/or video cables to connect all of your components, see your dealer or call Bose _. 3. Place the music center within 30 feet (9.1 m) of the Acoustimass module (the length of the audio input cable).
To lengthen the cable, use standard RCA extension cables or splice in 18-gauge or thicker cord (connecting + to + and - to -). To purchase cables, see your dealer, electronics store, or call Bose ®customer service. 1. Match the correct cable to the corresponding speaker location.
Connecting the Acoustimass _module to the Lifestyle ° music center Connect the Acoustimass module to the music center with the audio input cable (Figure 5). 1. Insert the three connectors at one end of the audio input cable into the jacks on the rear panel of the music center: •...
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Connecting the Acoustimass ° module power (mains) cord 1. On a dual voltage system, the voltage selector switch is preset at the factory to be correct for your area. Check to be sure it is set for the proper voltage (Figure 6). Use 115V for North America;...
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Connecting other components to the Lifestyle ° 5 music system Use standard audio cables to connect other components to your Lifestyle ®music system, matching the red connector to R (right) and white or black connector to L (left). For additional assistance with connecting other components, see your components manuals.
Connect the antennas The rear panel of your Lifestyle ®music center provides connections for AM and FM antennas (Figure 9). Unwind each antenna's wires. Antennas provide better reception when their wires are not bundled. FM antenna AM antenna Figure jack terminals The antenna connections .......
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Set up the remote control Install the batteries 1. Slide open the battery compartment on the back of the remote (Figure 13). 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.
The music center display This music center display (Figure 14) provides information on the music center functions. Figure CD track and CD elapsed time AM/FM preset Source and AM/FM station The music center display number display indicators frequency display r,;r,r, VIDEO STEREO TAPE...
Figure Themusic center controls cover latch ,.._ AM/FM SEEK/TUNE PRESET _" STORE ERASE The music center controls Use the special keys on the music center to manually tune the radio and set station presets. The CD cover latch opens the CD cover for loading and unloading a CD. SEEIfdTUNE <...
Listening to the radio Turning the system on and choosing the radio Press the AM/FM key on the remote or the console to turn your music system on to the most recently heard AM or FM station. Note: If the system is on and the radio is already selected, this key switches between the AM and FM bands.
For headphone listening, use the stereo mini headphones _ jack on the left side of the music center. While this jack accepts most headphone models, you can get an adapter at Bose ® dealers and most electronics stores, if needed. Connecting headphones automatically shuts off speakers connected to SPEAKERS A and FIXED OUTPUTs.
Up" on pages 6-7) for your system to provide excellent sound quality. Figure You do not need to adjust tone settings for changes in volume, since Bose ®patented signal Bass and treble controls processing technology provides a natural tonal balance over the full range of volume settings.
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.
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.
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.
CAUTION: If fiquids 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® customer service. October 22, 2001...
Vinyl veneer, Polymer Range: 65 feet (20 m) 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). AM251174_03_V.pdf October 22, 2001...
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Acoustimass ®module 2-10, 13, 18, 21,23 placement 6, 12, 18 AM antenna 5, 12, 21,23 PLAY 14 AM/FM 4, 14, 16, 17, 21 port 7 ANTENNA power cord 5, 10, 13, 21 antenna 5, 12, 21,23 power pack 5, 10, 13, 21,23 PRESET 14-16 audio input cable 5, 7, 9, 21 AUTO OFF 14...
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