Bose 5.1 home entertainment systems
In 1994, Bose released its first 5.1 home theater system, the Lifestyle 12.
The Companion Satellite Surround Sound system did not include any sources (such as CD/DVD/radio) since it was designed for use with satellite television. The "Lifestyle CD" range are surround sound systems based on a CD player (not that CD is a stereo source, so "surround" sound is emulated), while the "Lifestyle DVD" is a similar range based on a DVD player. The V-Class, T10 and T20 models are more recent products that rely on external sources.
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Timeline of Bose 5.1 systems
Some names have been abbreviated and at times full names have been shortened to save space ("LS" = Lifestyle)
Sources: Bose owners guides[1]
[edit] Companion Satellite Surround Sound
| Model | Built in | Expansion | Audio | Video | Supported Formats | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inputs | Outputs | ||||||
| CS6 | None RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
No Expansion | 6 RCA | 1 RCA | Inputs | 4 S-Video 4 Composite |
PCM Dolby Digital |
| Outputs | 2 S-Video 2 Composite |
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| Resolution | 480i (NTSC) | ||||||
The Companion Satellite Surround Sound System CS6 was produced in 1995-1998. Differences to other models in Bose's "Lifestyle" range at the time were that it had video inputs and control of other devices (termed "BoseLink") was not included. Also, since it was designed to be used with a Direct Satellite System (DSS) or Primestar satellite TV receiver, it did not included any sources (such as DVD or CD players). In 1996, it was awarded Popular Science's 1996 Best of What's New[2], for its simplification of home theatre setup for Satellite television users (audio quality was not part of the judging criteria).
[edit] Lifestyle CD Systems
| Model | Built in | Expansion | Audio Inputs | Audio Outputs | Supported Formats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CD5 | 1 disc CD player AM/FM Radio RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
A/B | 1 Digital Coax† 3 RCA |
2 RCA 1 Headphone out |
PCM Dolby Digital CD |
| CD20 | 6 disc CD player AM/FM Radio RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
2 Zone | 1 Digital Coax† 4 RCA |
1 RCA 1 Headphone out |
PCM Dolby Digital CD |
| C1 | 6 disc CD player AM/FM Radio Touch-screen RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
4 Zone | 1 Digital Coax† 4 RCA |
1 RCA | PCM Dolby Digital CD |
Starting in 1994, released a variety of surround systems for playing AM/FM radio and CDs, including the CD5, CD20 and C1 models. Some systems came with a CD magazine holding up to 6 CDs at a time. In 1999, a digital coaxial connection was added to some models. All systems included a subwoofer (termed "Bass Module" by Bose), however the satellite speakers varied between models. Surround sound emulation was included (termed "VideoStage 5" by Bose) to attempt to provide surround effects to mono and stereo sources.
Systems with "Zone 2 technology" could output a source to two rooms (either the same or a different source in each room).
[edit] Lifestyle DVD Systems
| Model | Built in | Expansion | Audio | Video | Supported Formats | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inputs | Outputs | |||||||
| AV28 | 1 disc CD/DVD player AM/FM Radio AdaptIQ RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
2 Zone | 4 Digital Coax 1 Fiber Optic 4 RCA |
1 Digital Coax 1 Fiber Optic 1 RCA 1 Headphone out |
Inputs | 1 Component 1 S-Video 1 Composite |
PCM DTS Dolby Digital CD DVD VCD MPEG-2 CD-R/RW DVD-R/RW MP3 CD/DVD |
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| Outputs | 1 Component 1 S-Video 1 Composite |
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| Resolution | 576i (PAL) 480i (NTSC) |
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| AV18 | 1 disc CD/DVD player AM/FM Radio AdaptIQ Universal RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
BoseLink Out | 4 Digital Coax 1 Fiber Optic 4 RCA |
1 Digital Coax 1 Fiber Optic 1 RCA 1 Headphone out |
Without VS2 |
Inputs | 1 Component 1 S-Video 1 Composite |
PCM DTS Dolby Digital CD DVD VCD MPEG-2 CD-R/RW DVD-R/RW MP3 CD/DVD |
| Outputs | 1 Component 1 S-Video 1 Composite |
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| AV38 | 1 disc CD/DVD player AM/FM Radio uMusic (200 hours) AdaptIQ Universal RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
Resolution | 576i/p (PAL) 480i/p (NTSC) |
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| With VS2 |
Inputs | 2 HDMI 3 Component 3 S-Video 3 Composite |
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| AV48 | 1 disc CD/DVD player AM/FM Radio uMusic (340 hours) AdaptIQ Universal RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
Outputs | 1 HDMI 1 Component 1 S-Video 1 Composite |
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| Resolution | 1080i/p 720p 576i/p (PAL) 480i/p (NTSC) |
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[edit] Lifestyle 18, 25, 35 and 50
Released in 1999[citation needed], the Lifestyle 50 was Bose's first DVD-based surround sound system. Using the AV28 control unit, it came with a touchscreen remote and "4-zone technology", which allowed up to 4 different sources being played in 4 different rooms.[3]. The Lifestyle 50 won a Red Dot Design Award in 2001[4], note that audio quality is not included in the judging for this design award.
Similar systems were later sold as Lifestyle 18, 28, and 35. The LifeStyle 18 came with "virtually invisible" speakers, the Lifestyle 28 used speakers from the 901 model and the Lifestyle 35 used "Jewel Cubes" satellite speakers.
[edit] Lifestyle 18 Series II, 28 Series II and 35 Series II
In 2004-2005, the Lifestyle "Series II" models were released, based on the AV18 control unit. The DVD player was upgraded to include progressive scanning and the ability to connect up to 14 additional rooms.
[edit] Lifestyle 38 and 48
In 2004, Bose also added two new systems using the AV38 and AV48 control units which could store music (termed "uMusic" by Bose) and collect information about listening habits. The 48 has the ability to store 340 hours of music, while the 38 can store 200 (it is not known what bitrate these figures are quoted for).
[edit] Lifestyle 18 Series III, 28 Series III, 35 Series III, 38 Series III and 48 Series III
In 2006, the Lifestyle "Series III" systems were released. The only difference was a redesigned center channel, which was made horizontal, and an Acoustimass bass module that was 30% smaller than its predecessor. The model lineup did not change. The Lifestyle 18 Series III system was released in 2007.
[edit] Lifestyle 35 Series IV, 38 Series IV, 48 Series IV
In 2007, Bose updated select versions of its Series III systems to include an external video selector called the VS-2. On 24 May 2010, Bose discontinued all but the Lifestyle 48 IV in the United States, and all but Lifestyle 38 IV and 48 IV in the rest of the world.
[edit] VS-1 accessory
An external video selector called the VS-1 was sold as an accessory for Series II or III DVD Lifestyle systems. It added 3 component, 1 S-Video and 1 composite inputs; and either component, S-video or composite output.[5]
[edit] VS-2 accessory
An external video selector called the VS-2 was included with series IV lifestyle DVD systems and sold after market for series II or III DVD lifestyle systems. It adds 2 HDMI 1.2a, 3 component, 1 S-Video and 1 composite inputs; and either HDMI 1.2a, component, S-Video or composite output.[6][7] The VS-2 has no audio return to the media center, so while it can accept HDMI video it does not accept HDMI audio.[8]
[edit] Lifestyle V-Class
| Model | Built in | Expansion | Audio | Video | Supported Formats | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inputs | Outputs | ||||||
| MC1 | AM/FM Radio AdaptIQ Universal RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
BoseLink Out | 2 HDMI 2 Digital Coax 5 Fiber Optic 5 RCA |
1 HDMI 1 RCA 1 Headphone out |
Inputs | 2 HDMI 4 Component 4 S-Video 4 Composite |
PCM DTS Dolby Digital |
| Outputs | 1 HDMI 1 Component 1 S-Video 1 Composite |
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| Resolution | 1080i/p 720p 576i/p (PAL) 480i/p (NTSC) |
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| AV20 | 1 USB 2.0 Unify AdaptIQ Universal RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
No Expansion BoseLink In |
4 HDMI 3 Digital Coax 3 Fiber Optic 3 RCA |
1 HDMI 1 Headphone out |
Inputs | 4 HDMI 2 Component 3 Composite |
PCM DTS Dolby Digital LPCM Dolby TrueHD DTS Master "Core" JPEG |
| Output | 1 HDMI | ||||||
| Resolution | 1080i/p 720p 576i/p (PAL) 480i/p (NTSC) |
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| AV35 | AM/FM Radio iPod Dock 2 USB 2.0 Unify AdaptIQ Universal RF Remote VideoStage 5 |
BoseLink Out BoseLink In |
4 HDMI 3 Digital Coax 3 Fiber Optic 6 RCA |
1 HDMI 1 Headphone out |
Inputs | 4 HDMI 2 Component 3 Composite |
PCM DTS Dolby Digital LPCM Dolby TrueHD DTS Master "Core" JPEG |
| Output | 1 HDMI | ||||||
| Resolution | 1080i/p 720p 576i/p (PAL) 480i/p (NTSC) |
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[edit] V10, V20 and V30
In 2007 Bose announced the Lifestyle V-Class using the MC1 control unit.[9] Unlike its predecessors it comes without an internal CD/DVD player. All V-Class products contain two HDMI 1.2a and four component, S-Video, and composite inputs; and one HDMI 1.2a, component, S-Video, and composite outputs. Outputs can be up-scaled to 1080p resolution. V-Class systems also have an AM/FM tuner and "BoseLink" connection for synchronised control of Bose products.
The V10 was released in October 2008 and uses "virtually invisible" satellite speakers.
The V20 was released in 2007 and uses "direct/reflecting" speakers.
The V30 was released in 2007 and uses "Jewel Cube" speakers.
[edit] V25 and V35
On May 24, 2010,[10] Bose introduced the V35 and V25. These products contain four HDMI 1.4a,[11][12] two component and three composite inputs. There is one HDMI 1.4a video output that can up-scale to 1080p resolution. USB connection allows firmware updates and pictures viewing, and a "BoseLink In" connector is included. An on-screen setup wizard is included (termed "Unify" by Bose) and it can detect 3rd party remote controls to assist in programming Bose's universal remote. The V30 was awarded the 2008 Red Dot Awards for Product Design and Best of the Best[13], note that the judging criteria for these design awards does not include audio quality.
The V35 and V25 models use the AV35 control unit with an iPod dock, two USB jacks and BoseLink connectors. The T20 and T10 use the AV20 media center and does not have the iPod Dock, radio or BoseLink.[10]
The V35 uses "Jewel Cube" speakers and the V25 uses "Direct/Reflect" speakers.[14]
[edit] T10 and T20
The T10 is similar to the V25 and V35 systems. It uses "virtually invisible" speakers.[15]
The T20 is similar to the V25 and V35 system. It uses "Direct/Reflect" speakers.
[edit] References
- ^ Bose Music Systems Guides, Bose Home Theatre Owners Guides, Bose repair service, Bose system names and Crutchfield Hands-on Research (V30 LS18 LS T20 & LS V35). This is a list of systems powered by an included Bose made receiver, Retrieved July 28, 2010.
- ^ Popular Science Dec 1996
- ^ New Bose DVD Home Entertainment Systems Feature Cirrus DVD Video Processor
- ^ http://en.red-dot.org/355+M53faff09aea.html
- ^ Bose Lifestyle VS-1 Video Expander
- ^ Bose VS-2 Video Enhancer
- ^ The Bose Lifestyle VS-2 Video Enhancer is A Must for All Lifestyle Owners
- ^ Connecting an audio/video device using the Lifestyle VS-2 video enhancer
- ^ Bose updates home entertainment products, extends sound offerings to PCs
- ^ a b Twice - Bose To Simplify Home-Theater Setup With Onscreen Displays
- ^ 3D Update
- ^ Update Manual
- ^ http://en.red-dot.org/2788+M597d8705b22.html
- ^ pocket-lint Bose Unify - the simpler home cinema system?
- ^ pocket-lint Bose Unify - the simpler home cinema system?
[edit] External links
- Official Bose Lifestyle website
- Cnet Australia-Lifestyle 48 review
- PCmag-Lifestyle 38 review
- Consumer guide-Lifestyle 12 review
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