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Important Safety Information 5. Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture – Do not use this product near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else that water or moisture are present. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Safety Information Please read this installation guide g Please take the time to follow this installation guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly, and enjoy all of its advanced features. Save your installation guide for future reference. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the system to rain or moisture.
Contents 4 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About your LIFESTYLE® system VS-1 video expander . . . . . . . . . . . . Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Finding a location for the VS-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 5 5 5 Connecting the VS-1 to Your Media Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If you have a LIFESTYLE® system in your home . . . . . .
Introduction The LIFESTYLE® system VS-1 video expander is designed to simplify your system setup and operation. After setting up the VS-1, pressing a source button on your LIFESTYLE® system remote selects audio and video at the same time. VS-1 video expander g About your LIFESTYLE® system VS-1 video expander Software update disc p • Designed to work with LIFESTYLE® 48, 38, 28 Series II and 18 Series II DVD home entertainment systems.
Connecting the VS-1 to Your Media Center If you have a LIFESTYLE® system in your home Media center rear panel Video cables If you already have set up a LIFESTYLE® system in your home, complete the following steps. Otherwise, skip to “Connecting the Quadra cable.” 1. Turn off your LIFESTYLE® system. 2. Unplug the media center power module and disconnect the DC power cord from the media center. 3.
Your Connection Options Your TV connection panel Best quality Composite (Green) Standard quality (Yellow) p Examine the rear panel of your TV and determine whether it has composite, S-Video, or component video input jacks. Component g Your TV may have more than one type of video input connection. Each type provides a different level of video image quality. S-Video Good quality (Blue) (Red) ç This is only an example of a TV connection panel.
For a Component Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1 Connecting your TV to the VS-1 (Component) Follow the instructions on this page and the next if you decided to connect your TV to the VS-1 using a component video cable. You can use the component video cable included in the carton to connect your TV to the VS-1. 1. Plug one end of the component video cable into the component jacks on the rear of your TV. Be sure to match the color of each plug to the color of each jack. 2.
For a Component Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1 Choosing connection types for your video sources 2. In the following table, check off the type of video input connection you plan to use for each of your video sources. Choose the type of connection that provides the highest level of video image quality. We recommend using a component connection if it is available. p Look at the rear panel of all your sources to determine what types of video output connectors they have. g 1.
For an S-Video Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1 Connecting your TV to the VS-1 (S-Video) Follow the instructions on this page and the next if you decided to connect your TV to the VS-1 using an S-Video cable. You can use the S-Video cable included with your LIFESTYLE® system to make this connection. 1. Plug one end of the S-Video cable into the S-Video jack on the rear of your TV. 2. Plug the other end of the S-Video cable into the Video OUTPUT S-Video jack on the VS-1. 3.
For an S-Video Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1 Choosing connection types for your video sources Examine the rear panel of all your source devices to determine what types of video output connectors they have. 2. In the following table, place a check next to the type of video input connection you plan to use for each of your video sources. Choose the type of connection that provides the highest level of video image quality. We recommend using an S-Video connection if it is available. p 1.
For a Composite Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1 Connecting your TV to the VS-1 (Composite) Follow the instructions on this page and the next if you decided to connect your TV to the VS-1 using a composite video cable. You can use the composite video cable included with your LIFESTYLE® system to make this connection. 1. Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite video jack on the rear of your TV. 2.
For a Composite Connection Between Your TV and the VS-1 Connecting your sources to the VS-1 g If you connected your TV to the VS-1 using a composite video cable, you can only use composite connections for source inputs. You need to obtain a composite video cable to make this connection. Plug one end of the composite video cable into the composite jack on the video source. 2. Plug the other end of the composite video cable into the composite Video INPUT jack on the VS-1. 3.
Source Audio Connections Now that all the video connections are made, you can connect the audio sources to the media center. Connect the audio OUT jacks from all your sources to the appropriate audio IN jacks on the rear panel of your LIFESTYLE® media center. For more information on connecting audio sources to the media center, refer to your LIFESTYLE® system installation guide.
Program Recording Connections g Connecting your cable/satellite box to your VCR/DVR p If you occasionally want to record programs from your cable service, you need to connect your cable/satellite box to your VCR or DVR. The diagram on this page is an example of how this equipment might typically be connected. Before you start, make sure that your cable/satellite box and VCR/DVR have the necessary inputs and outputs available.
Operating Information Updating the system software Your DVD home entertainment system might need a software update to enable it to operate the VS-1. For example, if you cannot see a picture on your TV after installing the VS-1, you need to update the system software. A software update disc is included in the carton with your VS-1. To run the software update disc: 1. Turn on your LIFESTYLE® system. 2. Load the software update disc into the disc player. 3.
Operating Information Switching sources g After adding the VS-1 to your system setup, switching sources is greatly simplified. Just press the remote button (CD/DVD, VCR, CBL/SAT, or AUX) for the source you want to use. If you select one of the sources connected to the VS-1, make sure the source is turned on.
Mounting Your VS-1 on a Wall Required tools 1 Install two screws eight inches apart. Leave ¼ in (6 mm) between wall surface and screw head. Recommended hardware For solid wood 18 -in (3.5 mm) drill bit No. 8 x 1½-in (M4 x 36 mm) wood screws For wallboard No. 8 (M4) wall anchor Use drill size specified for type of wall anchor used. No. 8 x 1½-in (M4 x 36 mm) wood or machine screws (depends on type of wall anchor) 18 2 Position the VS-1 over the screws so that it is flush with the wall.
Maintaining Your VS-1 Cleaning g • Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the outside of the VS-1. • Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. • Do not allow liquids to spill into any openings. • Do not use any sprays near the VS-1. p Troubleshooting System will not turn on • Make sure the DC output cable from the media center power supply is plugged into the VS-1 and that the VS-1 plug labelled “DC Power” is connected to the media center.
Maintaining Your VS-1 Technical information Dimensions Size of the housing with the RCA jacks (excluding cable and bend relief): 12.8" W x 4.1" D x 1.4" H (32.41 cm x 10.48 cm x 3.61 cm) VS-1 power rating USA/Canada: 3.5 W International: 3.5 W Video inputs Component: Y, Pb, Pr S-Video: Luminance 1Vp-p, Chrominance 0.3Vp-p Composite: NTSC or PAL format 1Vp-p with sync 75Ω Video output Component: Y, Pb, Pr S-Video: Luminance 1Vp-p, Chrominance 0.
Maintaining Your VS-1 Limited Warranty What is covered: For how long: What we will do: At our option, we will repair or replace any defective parts within a reasonable period of time and free of charge. How you can obtain warranty service: 1. FOR YOUR BENEFIT, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU RECORD YOUR SERIAL NUMBERS(S), FOUND ON THE PRODUCT(S), AND OTHER PURCHASE INFORMATION, AND KEEP IT WITH YOUR PERSONAL RECORDS ALONG WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE.
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