Bose Lifestyle 3-2-1 Home Entertainment System

Bose Lifestyle 3-2-1 Home Entertainment System Review

For those who expect true 5.1 Dolby Surround out of the Bose 3-2-1 system, please look elsewhere. This unit does well in projecting sound when you have the speakers at a good ear level height for your sitting area. You need to get the setting just right for it to work anywhere close to as advertised.

I bought this system probably a month or two after it came out, maybe 4 or 5 years ago and it's still going strong. I owned an apartment and wasn't to keen on marring the walls with multiple speakers for a 5.1 system or running a plethora of cable around the living room and mounting every speaker on a stand, so this system fit the bill quite nicely. Did I know I wasn't really going to get a spectacular surround sound experience? Of course I did.

The big drawback to this system is really the lack of Component Video. I only wish it had Component Video but it was put out too early and then of course the second version came out and it had component and there I was kicking myself... and still kicking myself.

For those who complain that it doesn't play all videos, I will say this. I have also had issues with it not playing videos. What I discovered was that it wasn't the DVD's but the transfers or the video type. VCD has issues, SVCD mostly plays and of course every commercial DVD I have used has always played unless there was something wrong with the DVD itself, like it was scrached or had too many fingerprints and such on its surface. Bottom line is that when I keep my DVD's clean, my Bose system is friendly.

If you've got bootleg DVD's, don't expect them to play in your Bose DVD, they probably won't work. More to the point, they probably shouldn't work becuase you shouldn't buy bootlegs anyway.

Bose Lifestyle 3-2-1 Home Entertainment System Feature

• Digital 5.1 decoding & Bose Videostage 5 decoding circuitry that deliver multi-channel presentations from the 2 visible speakers
• Automatic Tonal Adjustment
• Active Electronic Equalization
• Digital Dynamic Range Speaker Compression
• Includes an infrared remote control

Bose Lifestyle 3-2-1 Home Entertainment System Overview

If you've been looking for a surround sound solution that doesn't require hours of setup and creative ways to hide the wires, the search is over. Introducing the Bose 3?2?1 system, a revolutionary advancement in home entertainment that's much easier to live with. Designed to provide performance and simplicity unmatched by conventional component or all-in-one solutions, this system delights the ears and the eyes.Five speakers are replaced by two. A stack of electronics is replaced by a single media center that includes an integrated DVD/CD player, AM/FM tuner, amplification and signal processing. A patented Acoustimass module hides easily in a corner or behind your furniture. And everything is easily connected with just three wires and a power cord, making setup a snap. The 3?2?1 system combines an Articulated Array speaker design with proprietary signal processing to give you much of that same performance. Hear the roar of a train from left to right from just two visible speakers positioned in the front of your room. Enjoy a spacious soundstage and lifelike surround effects whether you're watching the game, listening to a favorite CD or enjoying the latest on DVD.

Bose Lifestyle 3-2-1 Home Entertainment System Specifications

The Lifestyle 3-2-1 home entertainment system with DVD player brings the surround sound experience to your movies and music, but with less equipment and fewer wires. Its one-piece media center replaces several components, playing DVDs, CDs, and AM/FM radio--even MP3 CDs created on your home computer.

The Lifestyle 3-2-1 system uses Bose proprietary signal processing technology and speaker array design that produces a surround sound experience from just the two Articulated Array speakers. The Acoustimass module works in concert with the small speakers to deliver the full range of sound. The magnetically shielded speakers allow for close placement to your TV without picture interference.

An elegant media control center offers a built-in DVD/CD player and AM/FM tuner and features digital 5.1 decoding and active electronic equalization for natural tonal balance and clarity throughout the audio spectrum. Bose's Videostage 5 decoding circuitry delivers a surround-sound experience to your videotape library, as well as your DVDs--making even classic films and older mono television programs sound better. The included infrared remote controls all system functions, and the Lifestyle 3-2-1 can also be controlled by most universal remotes.

Other features include 50 radio presets (25 for AM, 25 for FM), S-Video input and output, optical audio input, and 2 composite A/V inputs.

What's in the Box
Bose media center, Acoustimass module, 2 speakers, antenna stand, stereo cable, video cable, speaker cable, module cable, rubber feet for Acoustimass module, rubber feet for speakers, remote control, 2 AA batteries, AM antenna, FM antenna, 120-volt power cord, and printed quick-setup guide.

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Polk Audio I-Sonic Entertainment System 2

Polk Audio I-Sonic Entertainment System 2 Review

I bought this radio to enhance the sound from a 40" TV in our bedroom, as my wife did not want a theater system with multiple external speakers. This radio suits that purpose very well. I have the TV's analog audio output connected to the radio's AUX input. The only problem is the presence of hum that may be caused by the TV and radio not being grounded together, and even after making sure the power cables are grounded, the hum is still there although to a lesser extent. Too bad there is no way to ground the two chassis' together, as in my 30 year old receiver. The manual needs to describe the TV-Radio connectivity in more detail.

Outside of that, it's great. The iPod and FM sound wonderful and the radio is able to receive hi-definithion FM with only the simple included antenna. This radio offers exceptional value given the sound quality for the price.

Polk Audio I-Sonic Entertainment System 2 Feature

• Compatibility: iPod mini; iPod nano 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G; iPod classic 4G, 5G, 5.5G, 6G; iPod touch 1G, 2G; iPhone 1G, 3G, 3Gs
• Top mounted iPod dock hidden behind a sliding door with iPod charging while docked
• HD Radio receiver with iTunes tagging allows you to easily purchase songs you hear over the airwaves
• Four speakers with the exclusive Polk Audio I-Sonic technology for room-filling 360-degree stereo sound
• Composite and S-video iPod video outputs for enjoying your iPod video on a TV (no video for iPhone or iPod Touch)

Polk Audio I-Sonic Entertainment System 2 Overview

The new I-Sonic® ES2 includes a second generation HD Radio tuner with full multicasting. With its advanced acoustical system, Digital Signal Processing, and new HD Radio tuner technology, the I-Sonic ES2 is the highest performing self-contained HD Radio product on the market. The I-Sonic ES2 accepts all iPod models with dock connectors in its top-mounted iPod dock hidden beneath a sliding door. S-Video and composite video outputs allow the user to connect a television or video monitor to the IES2 for viewing video content stored on a video iPod. The I-Sonic ES2 introduces a new music discovery feature from Apple® called iTunes Tagging which makes it simple to buy songs you hear on HD Radio stations. The iTunes Tag button on the I-Sonic ES2's front panel and remote control allows you to "tag" songs broadcast by HD Radio stations. The I-Sonic ES2 stores information about the tagged songs to its memory and transfers the tags to an iPod* when docked. When you sync your iPod with your computer, iTunes automatically presents the songs in a new Tagged play-list for the you to preview, buy, and download. iTunes Tagging is a great way to discover new music and add it to one's collection.

Polk Audio I-Sonic Entertainment System 2 Specifications

The I-Sonic ES2 includes a second generation HD Radio tuner with full multicasting. With its advanced acoustical system, Digital Signal Processing, and new HD Radio tuner technology, the I-Sonic ES2 is one of the highest performing self-contained HD Radio products on the market. The I-Sonic ES2 accepts all iPod models with dock connectors in its top-mounted iPod dock, craftily hidden beneath a sliding door. S-Video and composite video outputs allow the user to connect a television or video monitor to the IES2 for viewing video content stored on a video iPod.

An elegant iPod dock with HD Radio and plenty more. Click to enlarge.

When not in use, the iPod dock is hidden under a sliding door.

Features S-Video and composite video outputs for enjoying your iPod video on TVs.

Four-speaker I-Sonic Technology means no matter where you are in the room, you'll get great sound.

Purchase songs you hear on HD Radio with the I-Sonic ES2 tagging feature and your iPod.

Four-Speaker I-Sonic Technology
Polk's engineering breakthrough changes the rules for small system performance. Conventional table-top systems "beam" the sound straight towards the listener, even those with two speakers. At best, these designs can create a stereo soundfield for someone seated directly facing the unit. It's not at all satisfying for any other listeners in the room. Polk's exclusive, patent-pending I-Sonic design lets everyone in the room enjoy the rich sound. The I-Sonic stereo soundfield is projected all around. No matter where you are in the room, you'll get the full I-Sonic experience.

Deep Bass from Patented PowerPort Technology
PowerPort venting technology belts out the kind of rich, powerful bass you'd expect from much larger stereo speakers. Bass ports redirect the sound created by the back of the speaker cone into the room. But conventional bass ports lose efficiency and create distortion because of air turbulence at the mouth of the port.

PowerPort vastly reduces air turbulence at the port mouth thereby reducing distortion and increasing bass output. This is the same technology used in Polk's legendary ,000 Signature Reference Theater system. In the I-Sonic ES2 PowerPort delivers sound that is rich and warm, making all of your music and movies sound life-like and satisfying.

Advanced Digital Signal Processing
Built into every I-Sonic ES2 is a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) with the processing power of a small computer. Polk engineers have programmed the DSP to ensure that you hear incredible sound at every volume level in every spot in the room. First, a Dynamic Loudness Contour automatically adjusts bass and treble response to account for your ears' frequency sensitivity at low volume. You'll hear rich, well-balanced sound even at late-night listening levels. The DSP also prevents distortion at high volume with its Dynamic Compression. Go ahead, crank up the volume and play air guitar to your heart's content. With I-Sonic the sound will always be crisp, clear and clean. Finally, the powerful DSP controls the time delay and frequency shaping that is behind Polk's exclusive and patented I-Sonic four-speaker technology. You'll hear full-bodied, huge stereo sound in every spot in your room.

HD Radio Technology
Radio stations all over the country are converting to digital HD radio broadcasting. The chances are very good that your favorite radio station is or will shortly be broadcasting in HD. HD Radio brings you a host of sound quality, convenience and programming choice benefits. Your HD radio listening will be free of the static and multipath distortion of old fashioned analog radio. You'll enjoy CD-quality sound from FM HD stations and FM quality stereo sound from AM HD stations. You will never want to go back to analog once you've heard the HD radio difference.

The I-Sonic ES2 also allows broadcasters to show information on the display screen--information like artist/program name, song title, sports scores, traffic information and stock ticker.

Conventional AM/FM Radio
The I-Sonic ES2 picks up all of the broadcast radio stations in your area. If your favorite radio stations are not yet broadcasting in HD you will receive standard analog AM and FM just like ay other AM/FM radio (only better sounding of course).

Sirius Satellite Radio (Optional)
Add Sirius satellite radio with an optional add-on plus monthly subscription from the provider. Sirius boasts over 130 channels of digital radio, including 69 channels of 100% commercial-free music, live performances, artist interviews, and talk shows. Sirius is home to the NFL and over 40 NBA and NHL games a week, plus college sports.

Big names on Sirius include Howard Stern, Tony Hawk, and Martha Stewart. The Sirius bundle has a separate screen to display channel, artist, and song names, and plugs into the auxiliary port of the I-Sonic for high quality sound.

Built-In iPod Dock
The I-Sonic ES2 has an integrated iPod dock on the top with a universal adapter for any size iPod, including the iPhone and iPod Touch. Listen to music or videos (Check Compatibility) through the dynamic sound of the I-Sonic ES2 speakers.

iPod Video with S-Video & Composite Outputs
Use the integrated iPod dock to connect your iPod to the I-Sonic ES2 and you can stream videos directly to your TV via S-video or composite connection. Now you can watch and listen to your saved iPod videos easily, let the I-Sonic ES2 handle the hard stuff, you just sit back and relax.

Hear it. Tag it. Download it. Never forget it.
Now it's easy to purchase songs you hear on HD Radio with the I-Sonic ES2 tagging feature and your iPod. Whenever you're listening to HD Radio and hear a song you love, simply hit the "TAG" button on the front of the I-Sonic ES2 to capture the song's information on your iPod. Then the next time you sync your iPod with your computer you will be able to download tagged songs via the Apple iTunes music store. It's that simple!

1. Tune into any HD Radio station with the I-Sonic ES2. When song information can be tagged, the tag button will light up. When you hear a song you like, press the tag button on the front panel or the remote (shown right). The TAG (song data) is stored in the I-Sonic ES2 and will store up to 50 TAGs.
2. Dock your iPod in the I-Sonic ES2 and TAGs will be automatically transfered to your iPod.
3. Sync your iPod with iTunes and your TAGs will appear in a playlist called "Tagged" in iTunes, ready for you to purchase directly from the Apple iTunes Music Store.

What's in the Box
I-Sonic ES2, Remote Control (batteries included), Power Supply, AM External Antenna, FM External Antennas (dipole and wire), Owner's Guide, Online Registration Card

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