Bose 50 manual Equalizing the volume levels of external sources, Adjusting LCD contrast

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Operating Your Lifestyle® 50 System

Equalizing the volume levels of external sources

The SIGNAL LEVELS selection in the MENU options allows you to adjust and equalize the volume gain levels received from externally connected sources (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, AUX, TAPE). For example, you can adjust the gain level of an external source so that volume level 50 on this source sounds as loud as level 50 from a built-in source.

1.Using the MENU button, select SIGNAL LEVELS.

2.Press VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, TAPE or AUX and you are shown a gain adjustment display (Figure 41). After listening to the built-in sources (FM, AM, CD) at your preferred volume level, use the arrow keys to adjust the signal level settings (GAIN) of the connected sources until you get the same volumes. The adjustment range is from –15 to +15.

Figure 41

Gain adjustment display

Adjusting LCD contrast

You can adjust the contrast of the display. Press and hold the SOURCE button until Lcd appears. Use the lower arrow buttons to change the contrast level.

Figure 42

LCD contrast adjustment display

Adjusting the Personal™ music center beep

You can adjust the loudness of the beep made when pressing the display buttons. Press and hold the SOURCE button until Lcd appears. Use the upper arrow buttons to select the bEEP display. Use the arrow buttons to select between Lo, HI, and – – (off).

Figure 43

Beep adjustment display

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Contents Bose Lifestyle 50 System Batteries Additional safety informationClass 1 laser product Class B emissions limitsInformation about products that generate electrical noise Antenna grounding For your records Where to find …Automatic sound level monitoring and control Before you beginRealism and impact CompatibilityWhat comes with your Lifestyle 50 system Unpacking the cartonSelecting the locations for your Lifestyle 50 system Jewel Cube speakersLeft and right front speakers Surround speakers Center speakerAcoustimass module Multi-room interfaceCD changer Connecting the Jewel Cube speakers to the Acoustimass module Connecting your systemLeft Connecting the CD changer to the multi-room interfaceConnecting the multi-room interface power pack Connecting the Acoustimass module power mains cordSetting up a video sound source Setting up a digital sound sourceHow to set up your home theater Multi-room interface Laserdisc player or additional CD changer Connecting other external componentsAbout the video source Tape deckAM antenna connections Connecting the antennasConnecting to a cable radio signal FM antenna connectionsSetting up the Personal music center Connecting power to your systemTurning on the system Turning the system onTurning the system off Adjusting the volume Using the sleep timerMuting your system Using the Keypad buttons Using the Personal music center displayUsing the primary buttons Using the Source buttonsPresets Using the Menu itemsAdjusting center and surround levels Listening to the systemSelecting the number of speakers Using simulated surround for mono movie material Using enhanced mode for movie soundtracksTurning on the system and choosing digital sound Listening to digital soundDigital Dynamic Range compression Turning on the digital audio sourceOperating the special features Enhanced modeSimulated surround monaural into 5 speakers Turning the system on and choosing the radio Setting radio channel spacingManually tuning a radio station Listening to the radioSelecting a preset station Setting a station presetSeeking the strongest stations Managing your preset stations Setting presets using the Presets menuTo set a preset station Erasing a preset stationListening to compact discs Using the CD changerTurning the system on and choosing the CD changer To listen to the CD play list To scan a discTo add a track to the play list To omit a track from normal playUsing the CD Options menu Selecting repeat and random modesSelecting play list modes Programming a CD play list To create a CD play listTo change an entry in the CD play list To insert a new track in an existing play list To delete a track from the play listTo erase the entire CD play list Using the system with external components Using a tape recorder with your systemTurning the system on and selecting the component Optimizing AM/FM radio reception Fine-tuning your systemAdjusting speaker controls Compensating for room acousticsEqualizing the volume levels of external sources Adjusting LCD contrastAdjusting the Personal music center beep Forcing the Keypad buttons to stay on Forcing the Source buttons to stay onAdjusting the display fade time Connecting additional rooms Operating in more than one room Understanding the room indicatorsReturning to single-room control Using the Room buttonSetting up a shared source Linking rooms for common controlUsing the House button Using more than one Personal music centerReplacing batteries Finding a misplaced Personal music centerCleaning the speakers and Acoustimass module Cleaning the systemCleaning the Personal music center Cleaning the CD changerProblem What to do TroubleshootingCustomer Service Warranty periodTechnical information AccessoriesIndex Signal Levels 36 Index Belgique/België CanadaEuropean Office Australia

50 specifications

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In summary, the Bose 50 redefines portable audio with its advanced features, sleek design, and high-quality sound performance. Whether for casual listening or a full-fledged home entertainment setup, it promises a superior auditory experience that only Bose can deliver.
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