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Maintaining Your Lifestyle® 50 System

Troubleshooting

Problem

What to do

 

 

System does not function

• Make sure the power connector is inserted securely into the multi-room interface, the power

at all

cord is inserted securely into the Acoustimass® module, the power pack and power cord

 

are plugged fully into operating AC wall outlets.

 

• Be sure to select a source (CD, AM/FM, etc.).

 

• Unplug the multi-room interface power pack for a few seconds, then reconnect it. This

 

allows the unit to reset itself after a power surge or power interruption.

 

 

No sound

• Increase the volume.

 

• Check to see if MUTE is flashing on the display. If it is, press the MUTE button to unmute

 

the sound.

 

• Make sure the audio input cable is firmly seated in the multi-room interface ROOM A jack

 

and the multi-pin connector on the other end is firmly seated in the Acoustimass module

 

AUDIO INPUT jack.

 

• Check speaker connections.

 

• Make sure the digital audio input cable is firmly seated in the multi-room interface AUX jack

 

and the other end of the cable is firmly seated in the connector at the digital source.

 

• Check the connections for any external components. Make sure to select the correct

 

source for the desired input.

 

• Be sure the CD is placed correctly label-side up in the magazine, and the magazine is

 

inserted properly in the CD changer.

 

• Connect the FM and AM antennas.

 

 

No sound from

• Make sure the center cube cable is connected at both ends.

center speaker

• Check the settings in the SPEAKERS menu.

 

 

Too much sound

• Adjust the CENTER level in the SPEAKERS menu.

from center speaker

 

 

 

No sound from

• Select 5 speakers in the SPEAKERS menu.

surround speakers

• Adjust the SURROUND level in the SPEAKERS menu.

 

• Make sure the video sound source is stereo and surround-encoded, and the component

 

used (TV, VCR, DVD, or laserdisc player) is stereo.

 

 

Surround speakers

• Adjust the SURROUND level in the SPEAKERS menu.

are too loud

• Make sure that the left and right front speakers are connected to the front speaker jacks

 

(blue) and the left and right surround speakers are connected to the surround speaker

 

jacks (orange). Use the supplied test CD.

 

 

Music center control is

• Check batteries and their polarity (+ and –). See page 17.

inconsistent, shows a

• Operate the music center closer to the multi-room interface.

NO RESPONSE message,

• Move the music center a few feet to avoid any area of interference.

or does not work

• Make sure the audio input cable is firmly seated, and uncoiled.

 

• Make sure the multi-room interface is connected and plugged in.

 

• If NO RESPONSE is continuously displayed, the link between your music center and the

 

multi-room interface may be broken. To re-establish the link, hold the center close to the

 

interface. Press and hold MUTE for about 5 seconds until you hear a second beep. After

 

about 10 seconds, you should hear two beeps to confirm that the link is established.

 

Note: The music center establishes a link with the closest multi-room interface.

 

 

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Contents Bose Lifestyle 50 System Additional safety information Class 1 laser productClass B emissions limits BatteriesInformation about products that generate electrical noise Antenna grounding Where to find … For your recordsBefore you begin Realism and impactCompatibility Automatic sound level monitoring and controlUnpacking the carton What comes with your Lifestyle 50 systemSelecting the locations for your Lifestyle 50 system Jewel Cube speakersLeft and right front speakers Center speaker Surround speakersAcoustimass module Multi-room interfaceCD changer Connecting your system Connecting the Jewel Cube speakers to the Acoustimass moduleConnecting the CD changer to the multi-room interface LeftConnecting the Acoustimass module power mains cord Connecting the multi-room interface power packSetting up a digital sound source Setting up a video sound sourceHow to set up your home theater Multi-room interface Connecting other external components About the video sourceTape deck Laserdisc player or additional CD changerConnecting the antennas Connecting to a cable radio signalFM antenna connections AM antenna connectionsConnecting power to your system Setting up the Personal music centerTurning on the system Turning the system onTurning the system off Adjusting the volume Using the sleep timerMuting your system Using the Personal music center display Using the primary buttonsUsing the Source buttons Using the Keypad buttonsUsing the Menu items PresetsAdjusting center and surround levels Listening to the systemSelecting the number of speakers Using enhanced mode for movie soundtracks Using simulated surround for mono movie materialListening to digital sound Digital Dynamic Range compressionTurning on the digital audio source Turning on the system and choosing digital soundOperating the special features Enhanced modeSimulated surround monaural into 5 speakers Setting radio channel spacing Manually tuning a radio stationListening to the radio Turning the system on and choosing the radioSelecting a preset station Setting a station presetSeeking the strongest stations Setting presets using the Presets menu To set a preset stationErasing a preset station Managing your preset stationsUsing the CD changer Listening to compact discsTurning the system on and choosing the CD changer To scan a disc To add a track to the play listTo omit a track from normal play To listen to the CD play listUsing 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 Fine-tuning your system Adjusting speaker controlsCompensating for room acoustics Optimizing AM/FM radio receptionEqualizing the volume levels of external sources Adjusting LCD contrastAdjusting the Personal music center beep Forcing the Source buttons to stay on Forcing the Keypad buttons to stay onAdjusting the display fade time Connecting additional rooms Understanding the room indicators Operating in more than one roomUsing the Room button Setting up a shared sourceLinking rooms for common control Returning to single-room controlUsing more than one Personal music center Using the House buttonFinding a misplaced Personal music center Replacing batteriesCleaning the system Cleaning the Personal music centerCleaning the CD changer Cleaning the speakers and Acoustimass moduleTroubleshooting Problem What to doWarranty period Customer ServiceAccessories Technical informationIndex Signal Levels 36 Index Canada European OfficeAustralia Belgique/België

50 specifications

The Bose 50, a sophisticated addition to Bose's acclaimed lineup of audio products, is designed to deliver a premium listening experience characterized by its cutting-edge technology and innovative features. This high-performance speaker system captures the essence of Bose's commitment to sound quality, providing users with incredible clarity, depth, and immersive audio performance.

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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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