Bose Lifestyle 135 Series III User manual

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entertainment
system
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Important Safety Information
Please read this 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
guide
for
future
reference.
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CAUTIO
N:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK
).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
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,
as
marked
on
the
system,
is
intended
to
alert
the
user
to
the
presence
of
important
operating
and
maintenance
instructions
in
this
owner's
guide.
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•
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
products
,
use
care
not
to
spill
liquids
into
any
part
of
the
system.
Liquids
can
cause
a
failure
and/or
a
fire
hazard.
•
To
prevent
electric
shock,
match
the
wide
blade
of
the
line
cord
plug
to
the
wide
slot
of
the
AC
(mains)
receptacle.
Insert
fully.
•
Do
not
place
any
naked
flame
sources,
such
as
lighted
candles,
on
or
near
the
apparatus.
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•
Make
no
modifications
to
the
system
or
accessories.
Unauthorized
alterations
may
compromise
safety,
regulatory
compliance,
and
system
performance.
•
Long-term
exposure
to
loud
music
may
cause
hearing
damage.
It
is
best
to
avoid
extreme
volume
when
using
headphones,
especially
for
extended
periods.
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of
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technology outside of this product
is
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of
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Important Safety Information
NOTES:
•
The
product
label
is
located
on
the
bottom
or
the
back
of
the
product.
•
Where
the
mains
plug
or
appliance
coupler
is
used
as
the
disconnect
device,
such
disconnect
device
shall
remain
readily
operable.
•
The
product
must
be
used
indoors.
It
is
neither
designed
nor
tested
for
use
outdoors,
in
recreation
vehicles,
or
on
boats.
•
This
product
is
intended
to
be
used
only
with
the
power
supply
provided.
•
The
speaker
wire
and
interconnect
cables
included
with
the
system
are
not
approved
for
in-wall
installation.
Please
check
your
local
building
codes
for
the
correct
type
of
wire
and
cable
required
for
in-wall
installation.
•
Changes
or
modifications
not
expressly
approved
by
Bose
Corporation
could
void
the
user's
authority
to
operate
this
equipment.
•
Operate
this
product
within
the
temperature
range
of
32°F
to
104°F
(0°C
to
40°C).
Important Safety Instructions
1.
Read
these
instructions.
2.
Keep
these
instructions.
3.
Heed
all
warnings.
4.
Follow
all
instructions.
5.
Do
not
use
this
apparatus
near
water.
6.
Clean
only
with
a
dry
cloth.
7.
Do
not
block
any
ventilation
openings.
Install
in
accordance
with
the
manufacturer's
instructions.
8.
Do
not
install
near
any
heat
sources
such
as
radiators,
heat
registers,
stoves,
or
other
apparatus
(including
amplifiers)
that
produce
heat.
9.
Do
not
defeat
the
safety
purpose
of
the
polarized
or
grounding-type
plug.
A
polarized
plug
has
two
blades
with
one
wider
than
the
other.
A
grounding
type
plug
has
two
blades
and
a
third
grounding
prong.
The
wide
blade
or
the
third
prong
are
provided
for
your
safety.
If
the
provided
plug
does
not
fit
into
your
outlet
,
consult
an
electrician
for
replacement
of
the
obsolete
outlet.
10.
Protect
the
power
cord
from
being
walked
on
or
pinched
particularly
at
plugs,
convenience
receptacles,
and
the
point
where
they
exit
from
the
apparatus.
11.
Only
use
attachments/accessories
specified
by
the
manufacturer.
12.
~
Use
only
with
the
cart,
stand,
tripod,
bracket,
or
table
specified
by
the
manufacturer,
or
sold
with
the
~
apparatus.
When
a
cart
is
used,
use
caution
when
moving
the
cart/apparatus
combination
to
avoid
~
injury
from
tip-over
13.
Unplug
this
apparatus
during
lightning
storms
or
when
unused
for
long
periods
of
time.
14.
Refer
all
servicing
to
qualified
personnel.
Servicing
is
required
when
the
apparatus
has
been
damaged
in
a
way,
such
as
power-supply
cord
or
plug
is
damaged,
liquid
has
been
spilled
or
objects
have
fallen
into
the
apparatus,
the
apparatus
has
been
exposed
to
rain
or
moisture,
does
not
operate
normally,
or
has
been
dropped.
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This
symbol
means
the
product
must
not
be
discarded
as
household
waste,
and
should
be
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delivered
to
an
appropriate
collection
facility
for
recycling.
Proper
disposal
and
recycling
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helps
protect
natural
resources,
human
health
and
the
environment.
For
more
information
on
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disposal
and
recycling
of
t~is
product,
contact
your
local
municipality,
disposal
service,
or
the
shop
where
you
bought
th1s
product.
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Bose
Corporation
hereby
declares
that
this
product
is
in
compliance
with
the
essential
requirements
and
other
relevant
provisions
of
Directive
1999/5/EC
and
all
other
applicable
EU
directive
requirements.
The
complete
declaration
of
conformity
can
be
found
at:
www.Bose.com/compliance.
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Important Safety Information
Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Part Name
Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated
(Pb) (Hg) (Cd)
(CR(VI)) Biphenyl (PBB) diphenylether (PBDE)
PCBs X 0 0 0 0 0
Metal parts
X 0 0 0 0 0
Plastic parts 0 0 0 0 0 0
Speakers
X 0 0 0 0 0
Cables X 0 0 0 0 0
0: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit
requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006.
X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is
above the limit requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006.
Please complete and retain for your records.
The serial and model numbers can be found on the bottom panel of the product.
Lifestyle® model:
___________________________ _
~ontrol console serial numbe~ ----------------------~
Acoustimass®serial numbe~-----------------------~
Speaker array serial numbe~-----------------------~
Purchase date: ____________________________ ~
Please keep your receipt together with this Setup Guide and the Operating Guide.
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Contents
Introduction
About your Lifestyle® system.......................................................................... 5
Introducing SoundTouch™ from Bose............................................................ 5
About SoundTouch™ on your system..................................................... 5
Unpacking the System
Carton contents................................................................................................. 6
Accessories boxes ............................................................................................. 6
Cables and power cords box..................................................................... 6
Essentials box............................................................................................. 7
Control console box................................................................................... 7
System Setup
Putting the system together.......................................................................... 10
Wall mounting the soundbar.......................................................................... 10
Set up the Soundbar......................................................................................... 10
Set up the control console............................................................................... 12
Set up the Acoustimass® module................................................................... 15
First time startup.............................................................................................. 17
Set up the remote control ........................................................................ 17
Turnyoursystemon .................................................................................. 18
Install the SoundTouchTM app .......................................................................... 19
Add the system to your existing SoundTouch™ account........................... 19
If you have setup problems............................................................................. 20
Contacting
customer service.......................................................................... 20
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Introduction
About your Lifestyle® system
Thank you for choosing a Bose® Lifestyle® system for your home. This elegant and
easy-to-use system delivers superior performance for both music and video. This
guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your new system. Refer
to
the Operating guide for system features.
Your new home entertainment system includes a soundbar, control console,
Acoustimass® module, SoundTouch™ wireless adapter and a universal remote
control.
Introducing SoundTouch™ from Bose
With SoundTouch™, you can stream Internet radio, music services (where available),
and your music library. If you have
Wi-Fi® at home, you're ready to enjoy your
favorite music
in any room you want.
Key Benefits
• Enjoy wireless access to Internet radio, music services and your music library.
• Stream your favorite music easily with personalized Presets.
• Works with your existing home Wi-Fi network.
• Free
SoundTouchTM app for your computer, smartphone or tablet provides more
powerful control.
• Simply add additional systems at any time for a multi-room listening experience.
• Wide selection
of Bose® audio systems lets you choose the right solution for
any room.
About SoundTouch™on your system
The SoundTouch™ wireless adapter in the essentials box enables SoundTouch™ on
your Lifestyle® system. Setting up your wireless adapter is part
of the UNIFY® setup
process. Do not connect your wireless adapter until prompted by
UNIFY®. See
page 18.
System Features
• Enables your Bose® home entertainment system to stream music wirelessly
using SoundTouch™.
• SoundTouch™ source lets you view and control your Presets, Recents, and
Now Playing content on your
TV.
• The SoundTouch™ app lets you explore Internet radio, music services (where
available), and your music library from your computer, smartphone
or tablet.
• Personalize up
to six Presets to deliver your music with just one touch from your
remote control.
For information on using SoundTouch™, download the SoundTouch™ user's guide
for your Lifestyle® system from the Bose website.
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Unpacking
the
System
Carefully unpack the carton and confirm that the following parts are included.
Note: If part
of
the system is damaged,
do
not use it. Contact your authorized
Bose®
dealer
or
Bose customer service. Refer
to
the contact sheet
in
the
carton.
Carton
Contents
Soundbar Acoustimass® module
Accessories
boxes
Each box is identified by
an
icon on the box. These icons appear
in
the system
setup steps
to
indicate where parts are located.
Cables and
power
cords
box
Audio input cable AC power cord AM antenna
(!)The
appropriate power cords for your region are supplied.
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Unpacking
the
System
Essentials box
SoundTouch
TM
wireless adapter
FM
antena
USB cable
ADAPTiQ®
audio calibration
headset
IR
emitter cable
USB drive (for system
updating only)
Control console box
Power supply
Control console
HDMI'M
cable
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Stereo audio cable
Acoustimass module feet
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Remote control and
Batteries

System Setup
Putting
the
system
together
Notes:
• The Lifestyle® 135 series Ill home entertainment system uses the reflective
surfaces
of
your room
to
deliver wide, spacious sound. For best sound quality,
the soundbar should not be placed inside a cabinet, or diagonally
in
a corner.
• Keep other wireless equipment, such as wireless computer network routers,
cordless phones, microwave ovens,
or
other
WI-FI®
enabled audio/video devices
away from the soundbar and Acoustimass® module.
Wall
mounting
the
soundbar
The soundbar can be mounted on a wall.
To
do
this, contact
Bose®
to
purchase the
WB-135 Wall Mount Kit.
CAUTIONS:
• Do not use any wall-mounting hardware other than the WB-135 Wall Mount Kit to
mount the soundbar on a wall.
• Do not place the soundbar near or over a source
of
heat, such as a fireplace. Any
damage that may occur to your soundbar as a result
of
placing it over a fireplace
will not be covered by the limited warranty on your Lifestyle® system.
Set
up
the
sound
bar
What you need:
Soundbar Audio input Power cord
cable
OPTIONAL:
speaker array
extension feet
A.
Lay the soundbar grille-side down on the table
in
front
of
your
TV.
Notes:
•
To
protect the surface
of
your table you may want
to
put a protective cloth
under the soundbar until setup is complete.The foam bag removed from the
soundbar could be used for this purpose.
• Remove
all
protective films. These may affect acoustic performance if left
in
place.
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B. Insert the audio input cable into the Audio In connector on the sound bar.
Make sure the flat surface with the arrow on the plug faces up.
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C. Insert the small end of the power cord into the Power connector.
Note: Do not plug the power cord into an AC power outlet until instructed
to
do so.
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D. Arrange the cables
as
needed for your setup location.
OPTIONAL: Secure cables under the clips
in
the channel running along the length
of
the sound
bar.
Channel
Cable clip
E.
Turn the soundbar over and place it
in
front
of
your
TV
with the speaker grille
facing into the room.
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System Setup
CAUTIONS:
• The soundbar must be placed on a solid flat surface. For proper support, all
of
the feet on the bottom
of
the soundbar must be resting on the table top.
• When positioning the soundbar, make sure it is not blocking any ventilation
openings on your
TV.
Refer
to
your TV's owner's guide and install
in
accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
OPTIONAL:
To
raise the soundbar and allow more space under it, you can install
the optional extension feet (supplied).
Optional extension
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Set up
the
control console
What you need:
Control console Power supply High-speed
HDMrM
cable
System Setup
Power cord
A.
Place the control console on a flat, stable surface near your
TV.
Control console
Note: Until your system is completely installed, it may be helpful
to
keep the
control console positioned for easy access
to
its rear connector panel.
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System Setup
B. Insert one end
of
the High-speed HOM
I™
cable into an HOMI INPUT connector
on your
TV.
If
an
HOMI cable is already connected
to
an HOMI input on your
TV,
you can
use this cable. Just disconnect the other end.
Note: If you plan on viewing
30
content, make sure you use the supplied
high-speed HDMI cable.
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C. Insert the other end
of
the HOMI cable into the HOMI
OUT
Video to TV
connector on the control console.
HDMIOUT
Video
to
TV
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HOMI cable from TV

System Setup
D. Insert the soundbar's audio input cable into the Audio OUT connector on the
control console.
Make sure the flat surface with the arrow on the plug faces up.
Note: Make sure the audio input cable is not connected
to
a Bose link
connector.
E.
Insert the power supply output cord into the Power connector.
Power
Power supply
output cord
F.
Insert a power cord into the power supply.
G.
Plug the power cords from the soundbar and the control console into
an
AC
(mains) power outlet.
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System Setup
Set
up
the
Acoustimass® module
What you need:
•
Acoustimass module Rubber feet Power cord
CAUTION: Choose a stable and level surface for the Acoustimass module.
Vibration can cause the speaker
to
move, particularly on smooth
surfaces like marble, glass, or highly polished wood.
A.
When placing the Acoustimass module on bare floors,
or
other smooth
surfaces, attach the included rubber feet
to
the bottom
of
the module for
greater stability and
to
protect your floor
.
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B.
Insert the small end
of
the power cord into the Power connector.
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System Setup
C.
Place the Acoustimass®
module according
to
the following guidelines:
• For best sound quality, stand the Acoustimass module on its feet along the
same wall as your
TV,
or along any other wall
in
the front third
of
the room.
• The front opening
of
the module can face any direction.
• Make sure there is
an
AC (mains) power outlet nearby.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the Acoustimass module on its front end, back end,
side, or top.
Note: Remove all protective films. These may affect acoustic performance if left
in
place.
D.
Plug the Acoustimass module's power cord into
an
AC (mains) power outlet.
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System Setup
First
time
startup
What you need:
Remote control
and batteries
Before you start:
ADAPTiQ® audio
calibration headset
USB cable
SoundTouchTM
wireless
adapter
• Do not connect any devices to the control console until instructed by
UNIFY®.
• Make sure the soundbar and Acoustimass® module are
in
their final positions.
Set up
the
remote control
A. Slide the battery compartment cover off the back
of
the remote control.
AA (IEC LR6) batteries
(4)
B.
Install the four AA
(IEC
LR6) batteries, matching the polarity markings
(+
and
-)
to the markings inside the battery compartment.
C. Slide the battery cover back into place.
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System Setup
Power on your system
A.
Press the power button on the control console.
Because the system is
in
a low power state when
in
standby, it takes several
seconds
to
start. When the status indicator on the control console changes
from blinking
to
steady green, your system is ready to use.
Status indicator
Power button _
______;
B. Check that the status indicator on the soundbar is off.
Status indicator
If
the
status indicator
is
blinking orange:
• There is no wireless connection between the speaker and the Acoustimass®
module. Refer
to
"Troubleshooting"
in
the operating guide.
C. Power on your
TV.
D.
Using your TV's remote control, change the TV input to the one that is
connected
to
your Lifestyle®135 series Ill home entertainment system.
E.
Follow the instructions on your TV screen. The system instructs you
to
do
the
following:
• Select your language.
• Run the ADAPTiQ®audio calibration system.
• Connect and set up audio/video devices using the UNIFY®
intelligent
integration system.
• Configure your
Bose®
remote
to
control your connected devices.
• Complete network setup with the SoundTouch™wireless adapter.
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System
Setup
Install
the
SoundTouch™
app
Once you have completed network setup with your
SoundTouchTM
wireless adapter,
create a SoundTouch
TM
account.
IMPORTANT: If you already have SoundTouch™ set up for another system, you
don't
need
to
reinstall the app. See "Add the system
to
your existing
SoundTouch™ account."
1. On your computer, open a browser and go
to
http:/
/www.Bose.com/soundtouch_app
Tip:
Use the computer where your music library is stored.
http://www.Bose.com/soundtouch_app
2. Download and install the
SoundTouchTM
app.
3. Launch the app by double-clicking the SoundTouch™ icon.
4. Click CONTINUE.
The SoundTouch™ system setup screen appears.
5. Select IT IS ALREADY CONNECTED.
6. Follow the instructions on your computer
to
complete setup, including creating
a
SoundTouchTM
account, locating your music library, signing
in
to
music
services, exploring music, and personalizing your Presets.
Add
the
system
to
your
existing
SoundTouch™
account
Complete these steps only if you already have other
SoundTouchTM
systems.
1. Launch the app.
2. Click EXPLORE > SETTINGS >
Systems
>ADD
SYSTEM.
The SoundTouch™ system setup screen appears.
3. Select IT ISALREADY CONNECTED.
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