Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker III User manual

Bose®SoundLink®
Bluetooth®speaker III
Owner’s Guide

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Safety
Please read this guide
Please take the time to follow the instructions in this owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your
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Safety
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Important Safety Instructions
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The serial and model number can be found on the bottom of the speaker.
Serial number: ___________________________________________________________________
Model number: __________________________________________________________________
Purchase date: __________________________________________________________________
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Contents
Introduction
Overview.............................................................................................................. 6
Unpacking........................................................................................................... 6
Operation
Connecting to AC power................................................................................... 7
Pairing and connecting a device to the speaker.......................................... 9
First-time setup.......................................................................................... 9
Adding another device to the speaker ................................................... 10
Speaker memory ........................................................................................ 10
Reconnecting a device .............................................................................. 10
Switching to a different device................................................................ 10
Control buttons.................................................................................................. 11
System status indicators................................................................................. 12
Connecting a device using the AUX connector............................................ 13
Operating on battery power ............................................................................ 14
Checking the battery ................................................................................. 14
Charging the battery ................................................................................. 14
Battery protection mode .......................................................................... 14
Tips on placing the speaker............................................................................. 15
Maintenance and Care
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 16
Replacing the battery ....................................................................................... 18
Cleaning the speaker ........................................................................................ 18
Contacting customer service .......................................................................... 18
Technical information ...................................................................................... 18

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Introduction
Overview
Thank you for purchasing the Bose®SoundLink®Bluetooth®speaker III. Enjoy
music wirelessly from your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or other Bluetooth device
anywhere you choose.
Features
s Wireless Bluetooth link eliminates the need to physically connect your
Bluetooth device.
s Rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides hours of Bose performance.
s AUX connector lets you connect any music device directly to your speaker.
s Pair up to six Bluetooth devices.
s Easy grab-and-go mobility.
Unpacking
Open the carton and remove the speaker and AC power supply. Depending on
your region, the carton may also contain AC power adapters for the AC power
supply. Be sure to save all of the packing materials. These provide the safest
means for any necessary shipping or transporting of the system.
If any part of the product appears to be damaged, do not attempt to use it.
Contact your authorized Bose dealer immediately or call Bose Customer Service.
For contact information, refer to the contact list at the end of this guide or visit
http://global.Bose.com.
SoundLink®Bluetooth®speaker III AC power supply AC power supply
adapters

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Operation
Connecting to AC power
The first time using your SoundLink®Bluetooth®speaker III, connect it to AC
(mains) power and charge the battery for three hours. While the battery is charging,
you can begin using the speaker.
1. Depending on your AC power supply type:
a. Extend the prongs from the AC power supply.
Or,
b. Slide the AC power adapter for your region onto the AC power supply.

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Operation
2. Plug the power cord on the AC power supply into the DC connector on the
back of the speaker.
3. Plug the AC power supply into a live AC (mains) outlet.
The speaker emits a tone to confirm connection to AC power, and charging
begins. On the front of the speaker, the battery status indicator blinks
yellow to show the battery is charging.

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Pairing and connecting a device to the speaker
Before listening to music from your Bose®Soundlink®Bluetooth®speaker III, you
must pair and connect your Bluetooth device to the speaker.
First-time setup
The first time you turn on your speaker, it is ready to pair and connect your
first device.
1. Press Power to turn the speaker on.
The Bluetooth status indicator on the speaker blinks blue to show the
speaker is discoverable.
2. On your device, turn Bluetooth on, locate the Bluetooth device list, and select
the device named “Bose SLIII.” If your device prompts you for a passcode,
enter “0000” (four zeros).
Bluetooth
Settings
Devices
Bluetooth ON
Connected
Bose SLIII
When pairing is complete and your device is connected to the speaker, the
Bluetooth status indicator on the speaker changes from blinking blue to
solid white and the speaker emits a tone.
Note: If the speaker turns off after five minutes, it has not paired or connected with
your device. Turn the speaker off and back on, and try pairing your device
again. See “Troubleshooting” on page 16.
Operation

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Adding another device to the speaker
Pair another device to the speaker by making the speaker discoverable.
1. Press Bluetooth®on the speaker, so the Bluetooth status indicator
blinks blue.
2. On your device, turn Bluetooth on, locate the Bluetooth device list, and select
the device named “Bose SLIII.” If your device prompts you for a passcode,
enter “0000” (four zeros).
When the device connects to the speaker, the Bluetooth status indicator turns
to solid white.
Note: You can switch between connecting/connected and discoverable by
pressing Bluetooth on the speaker.
Speaker memory
The speaker can remember up to six paired devices. If you pair the speaker with
an additional device, the device least recently connected is no longer paired with
the speaker.
Note: To clear the speaker memory of all devices, press and hold Bluetooth
(about 10 seconds) until you hear a tone. All devices are cleared and the
speaker becomes discoverable.
Reconnecting a device
When turned on, the speaker attempts to reconnect with a device in memory
starting with the last connected device. If the last connected device is not
available, the speaker connects to the next to last connected device, and so forth.
The speaker searches for a paired device for approximately 30 seconds.
Switching to a different device
You can switch the speaker from your connected device to another previously
paired device. The device you are switching to must be in the speaker memory.
1. On your previously paired device, make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
2. Press Bluetooth on the speaker to make the speaker discoverable.
The Bluetooth status indicator speaker blinks blue to show the speaker
is discoverable.
3. On your device, select “Bose SLIII” from the Bluetooth device list.
The Bluetooth status indicator blinks white, while the speaker attempts to con-
nect to the device.
When the speaker and Bluetooth device have successfully connected, the
Bluetooth status indicator changes from blinking to solid white and the
speaker emits a tone.
Operation

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Operation
Control buttons
Control buttons are located on the top of the speaker.
Control
button Description
Press to turn the speaker on or off.
s When Bluetooth®is the selected source, the speaker attempts to
reconnect to the last connected device. If there are no paired devices,
the speaker becomes discoverable. See “Pairing and connecting a device
to the speaker” on page 9.
s If operating on battery power, press and hold to observe the battery
status indicator. See “Checking the battery” on page 14.
s If the speaker is not used within 30 minutes, the speaker automatically
turns off to preserve battery power.
Press to select the Bluetooth source.
s The speaker attempts to connect to the last paired device. If there are no
paired devices, the speaker becomes discoverable.
s If Bluetooth is connecting/connected, press to set the speaker to
discoverable to allow pairing with another Bluetooth device. Press again to
go back to connecting mode.
Press to listen to a device plugged into the AUX connector. See “Connecting
a device using the AUX connector” on page 13.
Press to mute/unmute sound from the speaker.
Press to decrease the speaker volume incrementally. Press and hold to
decrease the volume continuously.
Press to increase the speaker volume incrementally. Press and hold to
increase the volume continuously.

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Operation
System status indicators
Status indicators illuminate to show when an audio source or speaker state is
activated. Status indicators are located on the front of the speaker.
Status
indicator System status
Indicates the Bluetooth®state of the speaker when the Bluetooth source
is selected. See “Pairing and connecting a device to the speaker” on
page 9.
s Blinking blue light – Discoverable and ready to pair with a device.
s Blinking white light – Attempting to connect to a paired device.
s Solid white light – Connected to a paired device.
s Blinks as the volume of the speaker increases or decreases when
Bluetooth is the source. When the indicator blinks twice, the maximum or
minimum volume has been reached.
s The speaker is playing the source connected to the AUX IN connector.
s Blinks as the volume of the speaker increases or decreases when AUX is
the source. When the indicator blinks twice, the maximum or minimum
volume has been reached.
Blinks when the sound is muted.
Indicates the battery power level or the battery charging state. See “Checking
the battery” on page 14.

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Operation
Connecting a device using the AUX connector
You can use your speaker with any device that features a headphone or audio
output. This feature requires using a stereo audio cable with a 3.5 mm plug on
one end to connect to the AUX IN input on the speaker. This type of cable is
available for purchase at electronics stores.
To use the AUX IN connector:
1. Plug the cable from your audio device into the AUX IN connector on the
back of the speaker.
2. Press Power on the speaker.
3. Press AUX on the speaker.
4. Adjust the volume on the connected device to near maximum, then use
the speaker volume buttons to adjust the volume level.
Notes:
s If the connected device stops playing audio for 30 minutes, the speaker
automatically turns off to conserve battery power.
s The SERVICE connector on the back of the speaker is only for software updates.
It cannot be used to connect an audio device.

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Operation
Operating on battery power
Battery performance varies with the content played and the loudness at which
it is played. In typical usage, the speaker battery lasts up to 14 hours.
Checking the battery
When the speaker is turned on, the battery status indicator briefly illuminates, then
turns off to conserve battery power. However, if the battery requires charging, the
battery status indicator illuminates and continuously blink red until the speaker the
speaker is connected to AC power and the battery begins charging.
To check the battery charge level, press and hold Power on the speaker and
observe the battery status indicator.
Solid green Full charge
Solid yellow Medium charge
Blinking red Charging is needed
Charging the battery
The battery status indicator on the speaker blinks red when the battery needs
charging.
To charge the battery, connect the speaker to AC power (see “Connecting to AC
power” on page 7). The speaker emits a tone to confirm the power connection.
Recommended charging time is three hours to fully charge the battery. The battery
status indicator indicates the charging status. You can use the speaker while
charging the battery.
Blinking yellow Battery is charging
Solid green Battery is fully charged
Battery protection mode
When the speaker is unplugged and unused for more than 24 days, it enters
battery protection mode to preserve battery power. To reactivate the speaker,
connect it to AC power (see “Connecting to AC power” on page 7).

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Tips on placing the speaker
When using your speaker indoors, the tonal quality can vary depending on where
the speaker is placed in a room.
When using your speaker outdoors, you should expect the tonal quality to change
as you move farther away from the speaker.
Follow these guidelines when placing your speaker:
s The speaker is designed to sound best when placed on a surface that is 24 to 48
inches high.
s For best bass response, the back of the speaker should be placed near a wall,
but not directly against a wall. Bass response decreases as the speaker is
moved away from a wall. Do not lay the speaker on its back. Sound is emitted
from both the front and the rear of the speaker.
s Do not place the speaker in small areas where the speaker is enclosed on all
sides except the front, as this will adversely affect sound quality.
s Do not place the speaker on wet or dirty surfaces.
Operation

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Maintenance and Care
18 - English
Replacing the battery
The battery should be replaced when:
s The battery status indicator continues blinking yellow after ten hours of charging.
s The period of battery operation noticeably decreases.
Only Bose can replace the battery in your speaker. If you need a new battery,
please contact the Bose organization in your country/region. For contact
information, refer to the contact list at the end of this guide or visit
http://global.Bose.com.
Cleaning the speaker
To clean the exterior surface of your product, wipe it using a soft, dry cloth.
s Do not use solvents, chemicals, or sprays.
s Do not allow liquids to spill or objects to drop into any openings.
Contacting customer service
For questions about the Bose®SoundLink®Bluetooth®speaker III, contact your
local Bose dealer. For contact information, refer to the contact list at the end of this
guide or visit http://global.Bose.com.
Limited warranty
Your Bose®SoundLink®Bluetooth®speaker III is covered by a limited warranty.
Details of the limited warranty are provided on the product registration card
included in the carton. Refer to the card for instructions on how to register.
Failure to register will not affect your limited warranty rights.
Technical information
AC power supply rating
Input: 100 - 240V , 50/60 Hz, 600 mA
Output: 17 VDC, 1A Max
Input power rating
Input: 17 - 20 VDC, 1A Max
Dimensions
5.2" H x 10" W x 1.9" D (13.5 cm x 25.6 cm x 4.8 cm)
Weight
3.03 lb (1.37 kg)
Temperature range for use
32° to 113°F (0° to +45°C)

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