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Bose Lifestyle T20 Home Theater System

  • 5-speaker surround system
  • Up to 6 HD sources connected
  • 1080p video upscaling
  • Direct/Reflecting speakers included
  • 3D compatible pass-through
  • Unify guided setup with onscreen messages
  • Remote included

Updated 22 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A tidy all-in-one surround system that walks you through setup on screen and switches several HD sources. Power output, subwoofer and connection details are thin in the listing.

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ASIN: B003JQLPWYModel: Lifestyle T20Category: Home Theater Systems

Overview

Movie and gaming households that want surround without learning receiver menus get a Bose system that guides setup on the TV screen, switches several HD sources and upscales video. Direct/Reflecting speakers spread the sound.

Onscreen guided setup removes the usual confusion of wiring a surround system. Several HD inputs let a cable box, disc player and console share one hub. The listing gives few details on power, subwoofer or speaker sizes.

Who it's for

Living rooms with several HD sources and no appetite for receiver menus get an easy system. Hobbyists who like upgrading individual components should build a separate setup.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Guided onscreen setup
  • Switches several HD sources
  • Stereoscopic video pass-through
Cons
  • Speaker and subwoofer details sparse
  • Closed system, hard to upgrade
  • Heavy shipping weight

Performance notes

Surround spread comes from the Direct/Reflecting speakers, which aim some sound at walls to widen the field, so room shape matters. The Unify system checks connections during setup. Video sources pass through and are upscaled for the TV.

Specifications

BrandBose
ModelLifestyle T20
Dimensions & fit
Item weight57.4 pounds
Item Dimensions D x W x H13 x 21 x 19 in
Construction & materials
ColorBlack
Compatibility & installation
Connectivity TechnologyHDMI, RCA
Warranty & support
Warranty TypeLimited
Other details
Number of Audio Channels5.1
Control TypeRemote
Speaker Type5-speaker surround, Direct/Reflecting
Total Number of HDMI PortsUp to 6 HD sources
Additional FeaturesUnify guided setup, 1080p upscaling, 3D compatible

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Bose Lifestyle T20 to set up?

Bose Unify guided setup uses easy-to-follow onscreen messages to walk you through connections.

Does the Lifestyle T20 work with 3D TVs?

Yes, it is listed as 3D compatible with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and consoles.