L
IFESTYLE® 235/135
HOME ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS
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IFESTYLE® V35/V25
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IFESTYLE® T20/T10
HOME THEATER SYSTEMS
Operating Guide | Guía del usuario | Guide d’utilisation
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read this guide
Please take the time to follow the instructions in this guide carefully. They will help you set up and
use your system properly so you can enjoy its advanced features. Please save this guide for future
reference.
All Bose products must be used in accordance with local, state, federal, and industry regulations.
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 guide.
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 products, 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.
• Contains small parts that may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children under
age 3.
CAUTIONS:
• Make no modifications to the system or accessories. Unauthorized alterations may
compromise safety, regulatory compliance, and system performance, and may void the warranty.
• Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. It is best to avoid extreme volume
when using headphones, especially for extended periods.
Notes:
• 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 product label is located on the bottom or the back of the product.
• The interconnect cables included with this 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.
Please dispose of used batteries properly, following any local regulations.
Do not incinerate.
Additional safety information
See the additional instructions on the Important Safety Information sheet enclosed in the shipping
carton.
This product conforms to all EU Directive requirements as applicable by law. The complete
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
These devices comply with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation exposure limits set forth for the
general population. They must not be co-located or be operating in conjunction with any other
antennas or transmitters.
These devices comply with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Designed with UEI Technology™ Under License from Universal Electronics Inc. ©UEI 2000-2011.
HDMI and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the
United States and other countries.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
Xbox is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
TiVo is a trademark of TiVo, Inc. or its subsidiaries.
Other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Applicable only for:
• LIFESTYLE® V25/V35 home entertainment systems
• LIFESTYLE® T10/T20 home theater systems
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,956,674; 5,974,380;
6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol,
& DTS and the symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround
and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. ©DTS, Inc. All Rights
Reserved.
Applicable only for:
• LIFESTYLE® 135/235 home entertainment systems
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,956,674; 5,974,380 and
6,487,535 & other worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the DTS Symbol and
DTS+the DTS Symbol are registered trademarks & the DTS logos are trademarks of
DTS, Inc. Product includes software. ©2010 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Applicable only for:
• LIFESTYLE® V25/V35/135/235 home entertainment systems
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic
accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or
iPhone,respectively, and has been certified by the developer to
meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for
the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory
with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
Made for:
iPod touch (1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation)
iPod nano (3rd, 4th, and 5th generation)
iPod classic
iPod with video
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 3G
iPhone
Please complete and retain for your records:
LIFESTYLE model: ______________________________________________________
Control console serial number (on bottom panel): ___________________________
Speaker array serial number (on bottom panel): _____________________________
Acoustimass module serial number (on back panel): _________________________
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
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Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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If you need help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
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Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Control Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Speaker Array (135 systems only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Acoustimass® Module (135 systems only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
POWER ON/OFF CONTROLS
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Starting your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Turning on your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Shutting down your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
OPERATING YOUR CONNECTED DEVICES
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Selecting a connected device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Watching TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Using a set top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Using the tuner in your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Tuning to a TV station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Playing audio/video devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Listening to a Bose® link input device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Playing an iPod or iPhone (235/135 or V35/V25 systems only) . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using the front console inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Front USB input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Front Analog A/V input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Front HDMI™ input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Changing the image view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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CONTENTS
LISTENING TO THE RADIO (235/135/V35/V25 ONLY)
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Selecting the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tuning to a station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storing a preset station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recalling a preset station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deleting a preset station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional radio tuner settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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MORE BUTTONS AND SYSTEM OPTIONS
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MORE buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activating a MORE button function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Button function definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing system options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CHANGING YOUR SYSTEM SETUP
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UNIFY® system overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the UNIFY menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ADDING SOUND TO ANOTHER ROOM
(235/135/V35/V25 ONLY)
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Expanding your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Expansion guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resetting the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pairing the remote with the console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performing a system software update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contacting customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Remote Control
Using the remote
This advanced radio frequency remote works throughout the room. You do not need to
aim it at the control console.
Information Display – See
page 10
SOURCE – Displays and selects
connected devices from the
source list on your TV
TV Power – Turns your TV on
or off
Power – Turns your LIFESTYLE®
system on or off (press and hold
to turn off all rooms*)
Navigation controls – See
page 9
MORE – Displays additional
device-specific controls and
information on your TV
Volume Up/Down – Increases (+)
or decreases (–) the system vol-
ume
Channel Up/Down – Next or
previous numbered channel or
preset
Mute – Mutes/unmutes system
speakers (press and hold to
mute/unmute all rooms*)
Last Channel – Returns to
last channel or preset
Image View – Changes the way
video appears
Playback Controls – See
page 9
Numeric Keypad – Allows
manual entry of channels and
settings
TV Input – Changes inputs on
your TV
*For system delivering sound to another room through Bose® link OUT (not applicable to systems
sold in Japan)
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Navigation controls
Page Up/Down – Moves to
next/previous page
MENU – Displays the menu
for a connected device
GUIDE – Displays your set top box
or TV program guide, or Blu-ray
Disc™ player popup menu
INFO – Displays program
information
EXIT – Clears a menu or guide
from your TV screen
OK – Selects or confirms
highlighted item
Left/Right and Up/Down –
Navigation control
Page Up/Down – Moves to
next/previous page
Note: See “Operating Your Connected Devices” on page 14 for more details on using
navigation and playback controls with selected sources.
Playback controls
Shuffle
Play
Pause
Quick Replay/Skip Backward
Quick Skip/Skip Forward
Seek Forward/Fast Forward
Seek Backward/Rewind
Stop
Record
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Information display (235/135 and V35/V25 systems only)
The display provides operating and system status information.
Examples:
Source identification
Volume
iPod
Cable
Cable
43
Radio tuner
FM
P1
iPod
90.9 - WBUR90.9
Album
Operating prompt
Hold number key
to set preset
Remote glow button
Pressing the glow button on the rear of the remote illuminates the remote
buttons (and the display for 235/135 and V35/V25 systems). The light turns off
automatically after several seconds to prolong battery life.
Glow button
To adjust the illumination level:
Note: If the currently selected source is AM or FM, switch
to any other source before making this adjustment. This
prevents unintentionally deleting a radio preset.
1. Press and hold the Glow and OK buttons at the
same time for 5 seconds.
2. Press the up/down navigation button to select
Brightness or Contrast.
3. Press the left/right navigation button to decrease
or increase the illumination level.
4. Press either the OK or Glow button to return to
normal operation.
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Control Console
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
Power light
• Red.....................System is off (Standby)
• Blinking green ....System is starting
• Steady green......System is on and ready to use in the main room or other rooms
• Amber.................System off and charging iPod or iPhone
Front A/V inputs
Used for temporarily connecting an audio/video device such as a camcorder.
Right (R) audio channel (red)
Left (L) or mono audio channel (white)
Composite video (yellow)
3
4
Headphones output
Accepts stereo headphones with a 3.5 mm stereo plug. Volume level is set by the
volume controls.
Control buttons
Source
Setup
Power
Source
Mute/
Volume Volume UNIFY®
on/off selection unmute
down
up
menu
(page 27)
5
6
Front USB input
Used for viewing photo files from a USB device including a digital camera. Also used
for updating system software.
Front HDMI input
Used for temporarily connecting an HDMI device such as a video camera.
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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Speaker Array (135 systems only)
Status
Status indicator:
Off ..................................................Speaker array and Acoustimass® module are connected
Slow blinking orange.....................Speaker array is available to make a wireless connection
Fast blinking orange......................Speaker array is disconnected and trying to connect
Solid red.........................................System error
Acoustimass® Module (135 systems only)
Status
Status indicator:
Solid orange .............................. Speaker array and Acoustimass module are connected
Blinks orange every 3 secs....... Acoustimass module is disconnected from speaker array
(or speaker array is off: Acoustimass module standby)
Slow blinking orange ................ Acoustimass module is available to make wireless connection
Solid red .................................... System error
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POWER ON/OFF CONTROLS
Starting your system
Press the power button on the remote or on the console to start your system.
In several seconds the power LED on the console changes from blinking to
steady green. The system is now ready to use.
You can also start the system in two other ways:
Pressing the remote SOURCE button also starts your system and puts the
SOURCE menu on your TV screen.
Pressing the Setup button on the console also starts your system and puts
the UNIFY® menu on your TV screen.
Setup
Turning on your TV
If you programmed your remote during the initial setup, press the TV power
button on the remote control to turn on your TV. Otherwise, use the remote
that came with your TV.
Shutting down your system
Press the power button on the remote or on the control console. The system will
shut down automatically after a few seconds.
However, if you decide to access the power controls for connected devices,
automatic shutdown will be stopped and you must complete the shutdown using the
on-screen controls.
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OPERATING YOUR CONNECTED DEVICES
Selecting a connected device
The SOURCE menu allows you to select your connected devices.
1. Press the remote SOURCE button to display a list of connected devices on your TV.
The currently selected device is highlighted as shown in the following example:
Highlighted
selection
2. Keep pressing SOURCE to move the highlight down the list and select the source
you want.
• You can also use the up ( ) or down ( ) navigation buttons to select a source.
• If you named a device during the setup process, the assigned name appears in the
list. Unnamed devices appear as generic inputs such as “Input 1 (HDMI)” and
“Input 2 (HDMI).”
• If you select a device that is not turned on, a message will appear on the screen
reminding you to make sure the device is turned on.
Note: When listening to audio sources like iPod, the system will automatically enter
screensaver mode in order to prevent the risk of screen burn-in. Press any button
on the Bose remote to restore the picture.
To disable the screensaver, see “Changing system options” on page 22.
The UNIFY® intelligent integration system sets up your
LIFESTYLE® remote to control each of your devices.
If one or more of these devices does not respond to the
LIFESTYLE® remote, see “Troubleshooting” on page 27.
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OPERATING YOUR CONNECTED DEVICES
Watching TV
Your TV may be receiving its program content through a set top box or the tuner built
into your TV.
Note: Since most televisions come with an IR (infrared) remote, you may need to point the Bose®
remote at your TV to operate it.
Using a set top box
If you connected a cable, satellite, or other set top box to your TV, it will appear in the
SOURCE menu under the name you assigned it during the setup process.
1. Press the remote SOURCE button and select the device that provides your TV
programs.
2. Tune to a station. See “Tuning to a TV station.”
Using the tuner in your TV
If you are using the tuner in your TV to receive TV programs:
1. Press the remote SOURCE button and select TV.
2. Press the TV Input button to select the internal tuner in your TV.
3. Tune to a station. See “Tuning to a TV station.”
To return to using other sources, use the TV Input button to first select the input for
the Bose system, then press the SOURCE button and select another source.
Tuning to a TV station
You can tune to a TV station using any of the following methods.
Enter the channel number on the keypad
and press OK. Use the dash button for
channel numbers using a dash or period.
Press Channel Up ( ) or
Down ( ) to change channels.
Press
to tune to last selected channel.
Press GUIDE. Use the navigation, page up/
down, and OK buttons to select a station
from the program guide.
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OPERATING YOUR CONNECTED DEVICES
Playing audio/video devices
During the interactive setup process you may have connected a CD, DVD, DVR, Blu-ray
Disc™ player, or other such device. These would typically be connected to inputs 1-5.
If you programmed the Bose® remote for the device, you can use the following controls
to operate the selected device.
MENU
GUIDE
INFO
Device menu (if available) or system setup menu
Blu-ray Disc player pop-up menu
Device information
Exit menu
EXIT
Up one item
Down one item
Move left
Move right
Select
Next page, channel, or disc
Previous page, channel, or disc
Play
Pause
Stop
Record
Fast forward or search forward
Fast rewind or search reverse
Quick skip or skip forward
Quick replay or skip backward
Shuffle mode
Listening to a Bose link input device
You can use your LIFESTYLE® system to listen to content from a Bose link-compatible
system, such as another LIFESTYLE® system. Connect that system to the Bose link IN
connector on the rear panel of the control console.
To listen to the Bose link source, press the SOURCE button and select Bose link.
Be sure to connect your Bose link device before attempting to select it. It will
not appear in the SOURCE list until it is connected.
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OPERATING YOUR CONNECTED DEVICES
Playing an iPod or iPhone
(235/135 or V35/V25 systems only)
Your LIFESTYLE® system can play audio and video from your iPod or iPhone.
Be sure to dock your iPod before attempting to select it. It will not appear in
the SOURCE list until you dock it.
Your iPod or iPhone menus and content appear on the left side of your screen as shown
in the following example. The “Now Playing” track appears on the right.
Note: For a list of compatible
iPod and iPhone models, refer
to page 4.
The following controls are available to operate your connected iPod.
Up one menu level (press and hold to go to top menu level)
(If playing video, pause and return to menu)
MENU
Up one page
Down one page
Up one menu item (press and hold to scroll quickly)
Down one menu item (press and hold to scroll quickly)
Up one menu level (If playing video, pause and return to menu)
Down one menu level
Down one menu level
Play
Pause
Stop
Next track or audio bookmark
Previous track or audio bookmark
Fast forward
Fast rewind
Shuffle on/off
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OPERATING YOUR CONNECTED DEVICES
Using the front console inputs
The front of the console provides analog A/V inputs plus a USB and an HDMI input.
These inputs appear in the SOURCE menu as A/V (Front), USB, and HDMI (Front) only
when a device is connected. These inputs are provided for temporarily connecting
devices such as digital cameras and video cameras.
Front USB input
Your LIFESTYLE® system can display photo files (.jpg or .jpeg format only) from a USB
storage device.
When selecting the USB source, folders appear at the top of the list on the left followed
by single image files. Selecting a folder displays its contents.
Use the following controls for viewing digital photos.
Up one menu item (press and hold to repeat)
Down one menu item (press and hold to repeat)
Up one folder level, or exit and return to browsing folders (if viewing
a slideshow)
Up one folder level, or exit and return to browsing folders (if viewing
a slideshow)
MENU
Down one folder level
Down one folder level (if a folder is highlighted), or
Play slideshow (if a photo file is highlighted)
Up nine items
Down nine items
EXIT
Exit slideshow and return to browsing folders
Play slideshow of highlighted folder
Pause slideshow
Exit slideshow and return to browsing folders
Next image
Previous image
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OPERATING YOUR CONNECTED DEVICES
Front Analog A/V input
You can use this input for devices that have composite video and left/right audio
outputs. The Bose® remote does not control a device connected to this input.
You need to use the controls on the device itself or the remote that came with it.
Front HDMI™ input
You can use this input for devices that have an HDMI output. The Bose remote does not
control a device connected to this input. You need to use the controls on the device
itself or the remote that came with it.
Changing the image view
Press the image view button to display a menu of video formatting
choices. Continue to press this button to highlight your choice.
Your TV picture will change momentarily after you select a format.
Leaves original video image unchanged.
Normal
Fills width of the screen without cropping any
content.
Auto-Wide
Stretch 1
Stretches video image evenly from the center.
Stretches the edges of the video image much
more than the center portion of the image.
Stretch 2
Zoom
Enlarges the video image (press the up/down
navigation buttons to vertically offset the
image on your screen).
Places vertical gray bars on the left and right of
a standard definition video image.
Gray Bars
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LISTENING TO THE RADIO (235/135/V35/V25 ONLY)
Selecting the radio
1. Press the SOURCE button.
2. Keep pressing the SOURCE button to select FM or AM in the SOURCE list.
Tuning to a station
• Press (increase) or (decrease) to tune up or down the frequency band.
OR
• Press
station.
(seek next) or
(seek previous) to find the next/previous strong
Storing a preset station
The built-in radio tuner can store up to 25 FM and 25 AM preset stations.
1. Tune to a radio station.
2. For presets 1-9, press and hold the number key. For 10-25, press and hold the OK
button to store the station in the next available preset.
Preset number
FM
P1
90.9 - WBUR90.9
Recalling a preset station
For quick access to
presets 1-9, press
the number key of
the preset.
Press the channel up
down button to go to
the next or previous preset.
or
Deleting a preset station
1. Recall the preset station you want to delete.
2. Press and hold the OK button until the preset number disappears from the display.
Optional radio tuner settings
1. Press the MORE button and select OPTIONS.
2. Select an option from the menu (see “OPTIONS menu” on page 23 for details):
• Current Station: Allow Stereo, Stereo Off
• RDS: On, Off
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MORE buttons
Press the MORE button to display additional button functions along the top of
your TV screen for the current source. The functions that appear depend on the
selected source. The following example shows how these buttons appear on
your TV.
Activating a MORE button function
1. Press the remote MORE button.
2. Using the left ( ) and right ( ) navigation buttons, highlight the button function you
want to activate.
3. Press the remote OK button.
Button function definitions
Turns device power
Video on demand.
on/off.
Displays a list of favorite
channels.
Switches your TV to live
programming.
Switches between main features
(from DVD to VCR, for example)
on a combo device.
Enables or disables
Teletext functions.
Enables or disables
Internet functions.
Moves to the “Home” state of
the device.
Displays program
guide for next day.
Selects a repeat option on the
current source.
Displays program
guide for previous day.
Switches tuners in a multi-tuner
device.
Switches between TV and radio
on a set-top box that provides
both.
Displays playlist of
recorded programs.
Displays the OPTIONS menu.
See “Changing system options”
on page 22.
Picture-in-picture
mode.
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Button function definitions (continued)
Accesses Red, Green, Yellow, or Blue functions on
Blu-ray Disc™ players, set-top boxes and Teletext.
Accesses the system menu for your set-top box.
Accesses A, B, C, or D functions in an interactive
program guide.
Accesses Xbox® functions.
Accesses data broadcast on a tuner device
(Japan only).
Accesses PlayStation® functions.
Selects different types of video broadcast (EU only).
Changing system options
The number of items appearing in the OPTIONS menu depends on which source is
currently selected.
1. Press the remote MORE button.
2. Using the left/right (
) navigation buttons, highlight OPTIONS.
3. Press the remote OK button to display the OPTIONS menu for the current source.
The following is an example for a video device.
Highlighted option
Selected setting
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4. Using the up/down (
) navigation buttons, highlight the option you want to
change.
5. Using the left/right (
) navigation buttons, select the setting.
6. Press the remote EXIT button when done.
OPTIONS menu
Factory settings are in bold type.
Option
Available Settings
Sound
Original ....................Plays stereo audio when stereo audio is received from
the source
(Not available on
235 or 135
systems)
Recommended......Plays 5-channel audio whether 2- or 5-channel audio
is received from the source
Alternative ...............Plays 5-channel audio when either stereo or
5-channel audio is received from the source
Enhanced Mono.......Plays simulated surround sound when monaural audio
is received from the source
Current
Station
(Not available
on T20 or T10
systems)
Allow Stereo ..........Allows stereo sound from the current stereo FM radio
station
Stereo Off ................Changes the current station to mono, which can help
when tuning to a weak radio station
RDS
On....... Displays RDS information on the remote
Off ...... No RDS information on the remote
(Not available
on T20 or T10
systems)
Game Mode
On ...... Produces improved video performance for game systems
Off....... Normal video performance
Audio
Off......................... No change to audio track
Compression Enhance Dialog..... Enhances sound output so you can hear movie dialogs
more distinctly
Smart Volume ....... Reduces the range of volume levels in a movie
soundtrack so the difference between extremely loud
outbursts and soft sounds is less noticeable
Audio Track
Track 1................. Selects track 1 from an external audio stream with
multiple audio tracks
Track 2 .................. Selects track 2 from an external audio stream with
multiple audio tracks
Both Tracks........... Selects tracks 1 and 2 from an external audio stream
Not Available......... Automatically selected when only one track is received
Volume Offset Increases the volume level of the selected source relative to
other sources (0 to 10)
Source
Overscan
On ....... Applies video overscan to the current video source
Off ....... Video source unaffected
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Option
Available Settings
System
Bass
Adjusts bass level: –9 to Normal to +6 (After ADAPTiQ® calibration)
–14 to Normal to 14 (No ADAPTiQ calibration)
System
Treble
Adjusts treble level: –9 to Normal to +6 (after ADAPTiQ® calibration)
–14 to Normal to +14 (no ADAPTiQ calibration)
A/V Sync
Adjusts the audio delay to synchronize audio with the video
–2 to Normal to +5
Power Down Normal .....................System shuts down without presenting the Power
Down Menu
Power Down Menu ...System presents the Power Down Menu when
shutting down
Screensaver
On ....... Displays a screensaver after 20 minutes of no user activity when
playing audio-only sources
Off ....... Disables screensaver mode
Rear Speakers Adjusts the volume level of the rear speakers relative to front speakers
(Not available on
235 or 135
systems)
(–10 to Normal to +6)
This option is unavailable if the Speakers option is set to Stereo (2)
or Front (3)
Center
Speaker
Adjusts the volume level of the front center speaker relative to other
speakers (–8 to Normal to +8)
(Not available on This option is unavailable if the Speakers option is set to Stereo (2)
235 or 135
systems)
Speakers
Stereo (2) ...........Activates only front left and right speakers
Front (3) .............Activates only front left, center, and right speakers
Surround (5) ....Activates all front and rear speakers
(Not available on
235 or 135
systems)
Volume
on TV
On ........Enables the system to display the volume level meter and mute
indicator on your TV
Off ........Prevents the display of the volume level meter and mute indicator
TV
Speakers
On ........Sends HDMI audio to your TV (audio from the TV is not affected by
plugging headphones into the control console or by pressing Mute
or Volume on the remote)
Off ........Sends HDMI audio to the LIFESTYLE® system speakers
Automatic Off Enabled ......System automatically turns off after 4 hours of no user
interaction (no remote control button presses)
Disabled........No automatic shutdown
Video
Output
Changes the resolution (Standard/720p/1080i/1080p) of the video signal
sent to your TV (only settings supported by your TV appear as options)
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CHANGING YOUR SYSTEM SETUP
UNIFY® system overview
The UNIFY intelligent integration system guides you through the initial process of setting
up and configuring your system. It helps you to choose the right cables and inputs, and
to program the Bose remote to operate your connected devices.
After completing the initial setup, you can use the UNIFY system at any time to change
your system setup and configuration.
Using the UNIFY menu
To display the UNIFY menu on your TV, press the Setup button on the front of the control
console. Using the navigation buttons on the remote, select the function you want and
follow the instructions on the screen.
Menu item
What you can do
Resume initial setup
If your initial setup is incomplete, you can return to the UNIFY setup
process at the last completed event.
Restart initial setup
If your initial setup is incomplete, you can start the UNIFY setup process
from the beginning.
Reconnect
Follow the on-screen instructions to reconnect the speaker array with the
Acoustimass module.
Acoustimass®
(135 systems only)
Language
ADAPTiQ®
TV setup
Change the language of the on-screen display.
Start the ADAPTiQ audio calibration process.
After your TV is connected to the console, you can:
• Program the LIFESTYLE® remote to control your TV
• Manually enter remote control IR device codes
• Replace your TV
• Add, change, or remove the TV audio connection
Source setup
For sources connected to Input 1-5 of the control console, you can:
• Change the name of the device
• Program your remote to control the device and add the IR emitter
• Manually enter remote control IR device codes
• Remove the device
• Add or change the type of audio or video connection
Add a new device
After your initial setup is complete, you can add another device or
accessory to your system.
Homewide
(135/235 and V25/V35
systems only)
This menu item allows you change house and room codes if you are
expanding your system to deliver sound in other rooms of your home. See
“Adding Sound to Another Room (235/135/V35/V25 only)” on page 26.
Update
Used to perform a system software update (see “Performing a system
software update” on page 29 for more information).
Teach mode
Exit UNIFY
This item is used to send IR codes to program a learning remote.
Closes the UNIFY menu and returns you to the last source selected.
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ADDING SOUND TO ANOTHER ROOM (235/135/V35/V25 ONLY)
Expanding your system
Your LIFESTYLE® 235/135 or V35/V25 system can deliver Bose® quality sound in up to
14 additional rooms in your home. Connecting a Bose link-compatible product to the
Bose link OUT connector on the control console enables you to listen to a different
sound source in other rooms. For example, a DVD movie can be playing in the main
room while you listen to the AM/FM radio in the other room.
For more information or to purchase additional products, contact your local Bose dealer.
See the contact list included with your system.
Note: This feature is not available on T20 and T10 systems, and systems sold in Japan.
Expansion guidelines
To set up a Bose link-compatible system in another room, follow the instructions
included with the expansion product and be aware of the following:
• Bose link connections – Your system cannot operate with Bose link-enabled
products connected to both the Bose link IN and Bose link OUT connectors at the
same time.
• Room codes – The speaker system and the remote in your other room must be set to
the same room code. See the owner’s guide that came with the Bose link product for
information on setting room codes.
• House code – The house code is what enables the remote control in another room to
communicate with the control console. If you set up a Bose link-enabled speaker
system in another room, the remote used in that room must be set to the same house
code that is stored in the control console.
Your system is set to house code 15 at the factory. To see the house code, select
Homewide in the UNIFY® menu and then select house code. On the screen, you will
see the house code and a representation of how the second room remote control
switches should be set to match the house code in the control console.
Your system has two house code modes. The Standard mode provides 16 house
codes and 16 room codes. If you live in a multi-unit dwelling, you can select the
Alternative mode that provides 64 house codes and 4 room codes.
Note: Switching between Standard and Alternative house code modes resets the house code to zero.
• Audio connections for a second room – To hear audio in another room from any
device connected to HDMI input 1, 2, or 3, you must also make an analog audio
connection between the device and the left (L) and right (R) analog connections for
that input. Likewise, you must also make analog audio connections if a digital audio
connection is made for input 4 or 5.
• Radio operation – Using an expansion room remote, you can select and control the
radio that is built into the control console in the main room. However, if both rooms
want to listen to the radio at the same time, they can only listen to the same station.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
What to do
The system is not respond- • Make sure the control console is turned on.
ing to initial operation of
• Check to see if the remote batteries are installed correctly or need
replacement. See “Replacing the batteries” on page 30.
my Bose® remote
• Reset the system. See “Resetting the system” on page 29.
• Press any remote key and watch the power light on the control
console. It should blink with each press. If not, see “Pairing the remote
with the console” on page 29 and follow the procedure.
The Bose remote does not • Try setting up the device again. Press the Setup button on the control
control a device I added
during the initial setup
console. Select the device options and follow the on-screen
instructions to set up the device again.
• Your system may need a software update. See “Performing a system
software update” on page 29.
One video connection is
less than optimum
• To change a video connection, press the Setup button on the control
console and select the device setup options. Follow the on-screen
instructions.
System doesn’t do
anything
• Make sure the AC power cord is inserted securely into the power
supply.
• Make sure the Acoustimass® module and the power supply are fully
plugged into a live AC (mains) outlet.
• (135 systems only) Make sure the speaker array is plugged into a live
AC (mains) outlet.
• Select a connected device from the SOURCE menu.
• Reset the system. See “Resetting the system” on page 29.
No sound
• Make sure the Acoustimass module is plugged into a live AC (mains)
outlet.
• (135 systems only) Make sure the speaker array is plugged into a live
AC (mains) outlet.
• Increase the volume.
• Press the Mute button ( ) and make sure your system is not muted.
• Check the input connections on the control console. Make sure that
you have selected the right source.
• Make sure that the audio input cable is firmly plugged into the Audio
Out connector (not Bose® link) on the control console and the other
end is firmly seated into the Media Center connector on the
Acoustimass module.
• (135 systems only) Make sure that the audio input cable is firmly
plugged into the Audio Out connector (not Bose® link) on the control
console and the other end is firmly seated into the Console connector
on the speaker array.
• (135 systems only) Try moving any possible sources of wireless inter-
ference, such as a wireless computer network router, another wireless
device, or a microwave oven, further away from the system.
• For radio operation, connect the FM and AM antennas.
• Reset the system. See “Resetting the system” on page 29.
Sound quality has changed • Press the Setup button on the control console and select the
and speaker array status
indicator is blinking orange
(135 systems only)
“Reconnect Acoustimass” menu item. Follow the on-screen
instructions.
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Problem
What to do
TV does not respond to
remote commands
(135 systems only)
• Make sure the speaker array is not blocking the IR sensor on the TV.
Change the position of the TV and speaker array so that the IR sensor
is not blocked.
• For details on the location of the TV’s IR sensor, refer to the owner’s
guide that came with your TV.
Picture is blurry when
viewing 3D content
(135 systems only)
• Make sure your 3D glasses are tuned on.
• If the problem persists, make sure the speaker array is not blocking the
IR sensor on the TV. Change the position of the TV and speaker array
so that the IR sensor is not blocked.
• For details on the location of the TV’s IR sensor, refer to the owner’s
guide that came with your TV.
Intermittent bass
(135 systems only)
• Check that the status indicator on the Acoustimass® module is orange
and not blinking.
• If the speaker array status indicator is blinking orange:
• Check that the Acoustimass module is plugged into a live AC wall
outlet and the status indicator is glowing orange.
• Press the Setup button on the control console and select the
“Reconnect Acoustimass” menu item. Follow the on-screen
instructions.
• Try moving any possible sources of wireless interference, such as a
wireless computer network router, another wireless device, or a
microwave oven, further away from the system.
Sound is marred by a loud • Contact Bose® Customer Service to determine if and how other
hum or buzz, which may
be electrical in nature (not
harmonic)
electrical devices in the room may be creating unwanted signals,
and to obtain possible remedies.
Radio does not work
(Not applicable to T20 and
T10 systems.)
• Make sure antennas are connected properly.
• Move AM antenna at least 20 inches (50 cm) from the control console
and Acoustimass® module.
• Adjust antenna position to improve reception.
• Make sure the AM antenna is in an upright position.
• Move antennas farther from control console, TV, or other electronic
equipment.
• Select another station. You may be in an area of weak signal coverage
for some stations.
FM sound is distorted
(Not applicable to T20 and
T10 systems.)
• Adjust antenna position to reduce interference.
• Fully extend the FM antenna.
Sound is distorted
• Make sure the audio input cable is not damaged and the connections
are secure on both ends.
• Reduce the volume output level from any external devices connected
to the control console.
• (135 systems only) Remove the protective film from the trim and grille
on the speaker array and the front of the Acoustimass module.
No sound from a con-
nected device
• Check the connections.
• If using a coaxial or optical audio connection, make sure you have
not made both types of connections to the same input on the control
console.
• Make sure that device is turned on.
• Refer to the owner’s manual that came with the device.
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Problem
What to do
No TV picture, but audio is • Check the TV video input selection. Make sure it is correct for the video
heard
source.
• Make sure video cables are securely connected.
A connected device does • Try connecting the included external IR emitter to the control console.
not respond consistently to
remote commands
For guidance, press the Setup button on the control console. Select
the device options and follow the on-screen instructions.
Intermittent audio dropouts • Contact Bose® Customer Service to request a composite video cable
heard on coaxial digital
audio inputs
that can be used for the coaxial digital audio connection.
Resetting the system
1. Press and hold the power button on the control console for 5 seconds or until the
power light on the control console changes to red.
The power light on the control console changes to red when the system shuts down.
2. Press and release the power button on the control console to restart the system. The
power light changes to blinking green and then solid green when the system is on
and ready to use.
3. If you still cannot operate the system using the remote, try the next procedure to pair
the remote with the control console.
Pairing the remote with the console
You may need to perform this procedure if you are replacing a remote or if
troubleshooting instructions recommend it.
1. Make sure your system is on. If not, press the power button on the control console.
2. Hold the remote close to the control console.
3. Press and hold both the Mute button ( ) on the control console and the OK button
on the remote at the same time for five seconds. The power light blinks when pairing
is complete.
4. Press any remote button and verify that the power light on the control console blinks
with each button press.
Performing a system software update
System software updates are available periodically and can be downloaded over the
Internet to the USB drive included with your system.
1. Press the Setup button on the front of the control console to display the UNIFY®
menu.
2. Using the remote navigation buttons, select Update.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Note: To make sure your Bose® remote is updated, hold the remote near the front of the control con-
sole while it is being updated.
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Contacting customer service
For additional help in solving problems, contact Bose® Customer Service. See the
address sheet included in the carton.
Replacing the batteries
Replace all four batteries when
you notice a marked decrease in
the range or response of your
remote control, or when you see
Lowbattery
icon
Cable
the low battery icon on the
remote display (235/135 and
V35/V25 systems only).
1. Slide the battery compartment
cover off the back of the remote
control.
AA (IEC-LR6) batteries (4)
2. Remove the old batteries.
3. Install four new AA (IEC-LR6) 1.5V
batteries, matching the polarity
markings (+ and –) to the markings
inside the battery compartment.
Battery compartment cover
4. Slide the battery cover back into
place.
Cleaning
You can wipe the outside surfaces using a soft dry cloth. You can also lightly vacuum the
speaker grilles.
• DO NOT use solvents, chemicals, or sprays.
• DO NOT allow liquids to spill or objects to drop into any openings.
Limited warranty
Your LIFESTYLE® system is covered by a limited warranty. See your product registration
card for details. Please be sure to fill out the information section on the card and mail it
to Bose. Failure to do so will not affect your limited warranty.
What you must do to obtain limited warranty service:
Return the product, with proof of purchase from an authorized Bose dealer, using the
following procedures:
register for Bose contact information in your country/region) for specific return and
shipping instructions, including a Return Authorization Number.
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2. Label and ship the product, freight prepaid, to the address provided by the Bose
organization in your country.
3. Place any necessary Return Authorization Number prominently on the outside of the
carton. Cartons not bearing a Return Authorization Number, where required, will be
refused.
Technical information
Remote control
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Range: 33 ft (10 m)
Control console power supply rating
AC input: 100-240V
DC output: 12V
50/60 Hz, 0.5A (0,5A)
20W Max.
Acoustimass® module rating (except for LIFESTYLE® 135 systems)
USA/Canada: 100-120V
International: 220-240V
50/60 Hz 350W
50/60 Hz 350W
Dual voltage: 100-120/220-240V
Acoustimass® module rating (LIFESTYLE® 135 systems only)
AC input power: 100-240V 50/60 Hz 150W
Speaker array rating (LIFESTYLE® 135 systems only)
AC input power: 100-240V 50/60 Hz 60W
50/60 Hz 350W
Wireless connection (LIFESTYLE® 135 systems only)
Output power: 5 mW @ 2400-2480 MHz
Range: 20 ft (6.1 m)
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Licensing information
This product contains one or more free or open source software programs originating
from third parties and distributed as part of the STLinux software package. Visit
subject to the terms of the GNU General Public License, GNU Library/Lesser General
Public License, or other different and/or additional copyright licenses, notices and
disclaimers. To understand your rights under these licenses, please refer to the specific
terms of the licenses, notices, and disclaimers, which are provided to you in an
electronic file, named “licenses.pdf,” located within the product’s control console. To
read this file, you will need a computer with a USB port and a software program that can
view .pdf files. To download “licenses.pdf” from your product’s control console:
1. Press and hold the Setup button on the front of the control console to display the
System Information screen.
2. Insert a USB drive (there should be one included in your system package) into the
USB input on the front of the control console.
3. Press the OK button on the remote control to copy the file to the USB drive. This
download process should be completed within 30 seconds. You may then remove
the USB drive.
4. To read the file “licenses.pdf,” plug the USB drive into a computer with a USB port,
navigate to the USB root directory, and open “licenses.pdf” with a software program
that can view .pdf files.
To receive a copy of the source code for the open source software programs included in
this product, please mail your written request to: Licensing Manager, Mailstop 6A2,
Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168. Bose Corporation will
distribute such source code to you on a disc for a charge covering the cost of
performing such distribution, such as the cost of media, shipping and handling. All of
the above referenced licenses, notices and disclaimers are reproduced and available
with such source code. This offer is valid for a period of three (3) years following the date
of distribution of this product by Bose Corporation.
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