Operating Guide Guía del usuario Guide d’utilisation VideoWave III ® entertainment system
Safety Information Please review the important safety information in your VideoWave® III entertainment system Operating Guide before using your system. This will help you operate your system properly and safely.
Contents Introduction Controlling Your Sources Welcome.................................................................................. 5 Control frame overview........................................................ 14 Product Overview.................................................................. 5 Selecting source controls.................................................... 15 System overview................................................................... 6 Entering channel numbers......
Contents Using the Front Analog A/V and HDMI™ Inputs Language.......................................................................... 29 Connecting to the front analog A/V inputs...................... 24 ADAPTiQ®.......................................................................... 29 Controlling front A/V sources............................................. 24 Play Bose® demonstration............................................. 29 Changing Source and System Options Changing settings...........
Introduction Welcome Product Overview Thank you for choosing the Bose® VideoWave® III entertainment system for your home. The VideoWave® III entertainment system features an HD monitor, and comes with a control console and a remote control. By now, your system should be successfully set up and, after running the ADAPTiQ® audio calibration system, the sound should be calibrated for your room. If these tasks have not been performed, please refer to the VideoWave III entertainment system setup guide.
Introduction System overview The VideoWave® entertainment system offers a unique approach to controlling external devices like a cable set-top box, Blu-ray Disc™ DVD player, or iPod or iPhone (using a Bose iPod or iPhone dock accessory, available for purchase from Bose). The solution relies on a single remote control that is significantly easier to use than conventional universal remote controls. The remote itself has only the buttons necessary for basic control of the system.
Introduction Bose® click pad remote control overview Power on/off Turns the system on/off including connected devices. See “Turning the system on/off” on page 11. Click pad Displays and selects source and system functions. See “Click pad overview” on page 9 and “Controlling your sources” on page 14. Volume up/down Raises (+) or lowers (–) the system volume. See “Controlling the volume” on page 13. Source selection Selects connected devices from the source menu.
Introduction Control frame overview The control frame consists of functions or controls used by the source you have selected. These replace the buttons on the remote control that came with the source. Numbers for entering channel, DVD chapter, music track, or disc number. See “Entering channel numbers” on page 16.
Introduction Click pad overview 1 Touch 2 Glide Place your thumb on the click pad to see the control frame. Glide your thumb along the click pad to highlight a control. 3 Click Press down on the click pad to select the highlighted control.
Introduction System updates Registering your product The Unify® intelligent integration system represents the best way we know how to overcome the challenge of trying to control external sources in a world where there are no consistent industry standards for such control. We believe that our approach is a vast improvement over using multiple, complex remote controls. Registering your product enables you to receive notifications of system software updates to keep your product performing optimally.
Basic System Operation Turning the system on/off To turn the system on, press the Power button on the remote control. When the system starts up, it also automatically turns on your set-top box (cable, satellite, etc.). Control console system status indicator Power The status indicator on the control console and on the monitor indicates the system status. While the system starts up, the monitor emits a start-up tone and displays the Bose® logo with a progress bar under it.
Basic System Operation Selecting a source 2. From the SOURCE menu on your monitor screen, you can select any of your connected system sources, such as a cable/satellite set-top box, Blu-ray Disc™ player, DVR, DVD, CD player, and other audio sources. To select a source: 1. Press the Source button the SOURCE menu. on the remote control to display The source that you last selected is highlighted.
Basic System Operation Controlling the volume Moving through channels Press Volume Up + or Down – to raise or lower the volume. Press CH Up channel. Press Mute to suspend the system audio. Press Mute again to restore sound. Press Last or CH Down to move up or down one to move back and forth between two channels. For instructions on moving to a specific channel number, see “Entering channel numbers” on page 16.
Controlling Your Sources Control frame overview The control frame consists of functions or controls used by the source you have selected. These replace the buttons on the remote control that came with the source. Numbers for entering channel, DVD chapter, music track, or disc number. See “Entering channel numbers” on page 16.
Controlling Your Sources Selecting source controls 1. 2. Glide your thumb along the click pad to highlight the control you want. Place your thumb anywhere on the click pad to activate the control frame, which provides on-screen controls for the source you are using. Highlighted function corresponds with your thumb position on the click pad Control frame Note: When the control frame is activated, the picture is resized to fit within the control frame. 3.
Controlling Your Sources Entering channel numbers The numbers along the top of the control frame appear for any source that uses a keypad on an infrared (IR) remote control. Although these controls are primarily used for entering channel numbers for a set-top box, you can use them to select chapter numbers for a DVD player or track numbers for a CD player. When you enter a number, it appears in a queue on the screen. The number of digits the queue can hold is set at the factory to a maximum of 3 digits.
Controlling Your Sources Interacting with source guides and menus 1. Select the Guide or Menu control in the control frame. The selected function appears within the control frame. Example of a program guide Many cable boxes, satellite receivers, audio devices, and other sources have their own menu or program guide. You can access the guide of a source using the Guide control in the control frame on the screen. Using the navigation pad on the remote control, select an item in the menu or guide.
Special Functions Changing the image view Select the image view control in the control frame to display a menu of video formatting choices. On the remote control, press the left or right navigation button to highlight your choice. The picture format will change momentarily after you select a format. Normal Does not modify the shape of the video image sent to your TV.
Using the iPod Source Playing content from an iPod or iPhone Your LIFESTYLE® system can play audio and video from an iPod or iPhone using the 30-pin accessory dock (not included) available from Bose. 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. Controlling iPod or iPhone Use the click pad remote control and the playback controls on the control frame to operate your iPod.
Control Console Overview Control console features 2 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 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 Headphones output Accepts stereo headphones with a 3.5 mm stereo plug. Volume level is set by the volume controls.
Using the USB Source Viewing photos Photo viewing controls Photo files in a .jpg or .jpeg format can be displayed from a USB flash drive. Use the click pad remote control and control frame functions to access and view your photos. Plug the USB flash drive into the USB connector on the front of the control console. It will not appear in the SOURCE menu until it is plugged in.
Using the Front Analog A/V and HDMI™ Inputs Connecting to the front analog A/V inputs On the front of the control console, use the analog A/V and HDMI inputs to temporarily connect sources such as digital and video cameras. 1. Plug the source into the analog A/V or HDMI connector on the front of the control console. The source does not appear in the SOURCE menu until it is plugged in. 2. Press the Source button on the remote control and select A/V (Front) or HDMI (Front).
Changing Source and System Options This section describes optional settings which affect operation of the system and some sources that are connected to it. Although factory settings have been selected to satisfy most system owners, you can change them if you wish. The instructions on the next two pages explain how to do this. If you need help, please call Bose Customer Service. Refer to the list of contact numbers included with your system.
Changing Source and System Options Changing settings Available settings The OPTIONS menu allows you to change source-related and system settings. The items listed in the menu vary according to the source you have selected. 1. Touch the click pad to activate the control frame. The following settings are available on the OPTIONS menu. The number of options appearing in the menu may differ for each source. On the menu, a setting with an asterisk (*) indicates a factory setting. 2.
Changing Source and System Options Channel number Basic video adjustments Turns off the channel number queue, or specifies the maximum number of digits used for the source you have selected. The size of the queue should be set to hold the largest number used by the source. The dark, normal, and bright room video presets have been optimized at the factory.
Changing Source and System Options Gamma and color adjustments Motion smoothing Note: We recommend using a qualified technician to make Gamma and color adjustments. Provides an adjustable control to ensure a smooth and clear picture for sports and fast-moving action scenes.
Changing Your System Setup UNIFY® system overview UNIFY system functions The 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 click pad remote to operate your connected devices. Resume initial setup After completing the initial setup, you can use the Unify system at any time to change your system setup and configuration.
Changing Your System Setup Source setup Update A setup function will appear in the menu for each connected device using the name assigned to it during the initial setup process. For example, you might see “Cable Setup,” “Satellite Setup,” or “DVD Setup.” This function is available only after the initial setup is completed. This function guides you through the process of updating the software in your VideoWave entertainment system.
Changing Your System Setup Customizing the control frame 3. This function allows you to choose which controls you want to see in the control frame for each source. 1. In the UNIFY® menu, select setup function for the source you want to customize. 2. In the right-hand column, select Customize Control Frame. The customizing menu will be displayed (see the example below).
Changing Your System Setup Installing the IR emitter In order to control external sources like a set-top box or DVD player, the control console is designed to transmit infrared (IR) signals to them. In some cases, the sources may not reliably receive these signals, resulting in inconsistent control. If this occurs, please install the included IR emitter cable for one, two, or three sources according to the following instructions. 1.
Changing Your System Setup Controlling the system using a third-party remote control A third-party remote control, such as your set-top box remote control, can be programmed to control your VideoWave® III entertainment system. Third-party remote control function VideoWave system function TV power on/off Referring to the owner’s guide for your set-top box remote control, follow the instructions for programming the remote control to control a TV. When it is time to enter a device code, enter “0000.
Troubleshooting Problem What to do The system is not responding to initial operation of the click pad remote control • Make sure the control console is turned on. Refer to the control console system status light states on page 11. • Press any remote control key and watch the control console system status light on the control console. It should blink with each press. If not, see “Care and Maintenance” on page 36.
Troubleshooting Pairing the remote control with the console Performing a system update 1. Hold the remote control close to the control console. 2. Press and hold both the Mute button on the control console and the OK button on the remote control at the same time for five seconds. The control console system status light blinks when pairing is complete. System software updates from Bose can be installed by following these instructions: 3.
Care and Maintenance Replacing the batteries Cleaning When the remote control batteries need replacing, a low-battery message appears on the monitor. When replacing the batteries, be sure to replace both of the batteries with new batteries. Be sure to adhere to the following instructions for cleaning the outside surfaces of the product, especially the monitor screen. 1. Cleaning the monitor screen Remove the battery compartment cover and remove the old batteries.
Care and Maintenance WARNING: To avoid the risk of electric shock, make sure your hands are dry before unplugging your system from, or plugging your system into, an electrical outlet. Cleaning tough marks and smudges 1. Turn the system off and disconnect the monitor power cord from the wall receptacle. CAUTIONS: 2. • When you clean your monitor, do not press down on the LCD screen. Pressing down on the screen can scratch or damage the display.
Care and Maintenance Limited warranty Your VideoWave® III entertainment 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. To obtain limited warranty service: Contact Bose or your authorized Bose dealer.
Care and Maintenance 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.
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