Bose 423816 User manual

Owner’s Guide
Guía del usuario
Notice d’utilisation
PRODUCT NAME
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
DRAFT - 423816

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and keep all safety and use instructions.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
6. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
7. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS
This product contains magnetic material. Consult your physician on whether this might aect your implantable
medical device.
• Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do NOT place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or
near the product.
• Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product.
• Use this product only with an agency approved power supply which meets local regulatory requirements
(e.g., UL, CSA, VDE, CCC).
• Do not expose products containing batteries to excessive heat (e.g. from storage in direct sunlight, fire or the like).
• The product label is located on the bottom of the product.

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REGULATORY INFORMATION
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with FCC and Industry Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for general population.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Meets IMDA Requirements.
Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC and all other EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of
conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance
Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices
Article XII
According to “Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices” without permission granted by the
NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter original
characteristic as well as performance to an approved low power radio-frequency devices.
Article XIV
The low power radio-frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere legal communications; If found,
the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved. The said legal communications means radio
communications operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Act.
The low power radio-frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference from legal communications or ISM
radio wave radiated devices.

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REGULATORY INFORMATION
DON’T attempt to remove the rechargeable lithium-ion battery from this product. Contact your local Bose retailer or
other qualified professional for removal.
Please dispose of used batteries properly, following local regulations. Do not incinerate.
This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste, and should be delivered to an
appropriate collection facility for recycling. Proper disposal and recycling helps protect natural resources, human
health and the environment. For more information on disposal and recycling of this product, contact your local
municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought this product.
Removal of the rechargeable lithium ion battery in this product should be conducted only
by a qualified professional. Please contact your local Bose retailer or see
http://products.bose.com/static/compliance/index.html for further information.
Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
Part Name Lead
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
(CR(VI))
Polybrominated
Biphenyl
(PBB)
Polybrominated
diphenylether
(PBDE)
PCBs X O O O O O
Metal Parts X O O O O O
Plastic Parts O O O O O O
Speakers X O O O O O
Cables X O O O O O
This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364.
O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part
is below the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials
used for this part is above the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
Please complete and retain for your records
The serial and model numbers are located on the bottom of the speaker.
Serial number: ______________________________________________________________________
Model number: ______________________________________________________________________
Please keep your receipt with your owner’s guide. Now is a good time to register your Bose product.
You can easily do this by going to http://global.Bose.com/register

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REGULATORY INFORMATION
Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture; “7” is 2007 or 2017.
China Importer: Bose Electronics (Shanghai) Company Limited, Part C, Plan 9, No. 353 North Riying Road, China
(Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone
EU Importer: Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The Netherlands
Taiwan Importer: Bose Taiwan Branch, 9F-A1, No.10, Section 3, Minsheng East Road, Taipei City 104, Taiwan
Phone Number: [phone]
Mexico Importer: Bose de México, S. de R.L. de C.V. , Paseo de las Palmas 405-204, Lomas de Chapultepec, 11000
México, D.F. Phone Number: 001 800 900 2673
Input Rating: 5V 1A
Charging temperature range: 32° F – 140° F (0° C – 60° C)
Discharging temperature range: -4° F – 158° F (-20° C – 70° C)
Apple, the Apple logo, iPad, iPhone, iPod, and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. The trademark “iPhone” is used with a license from Aiphone K.K.
Android, Google Now, Google Play, and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks
by Bose Corporation is under license.
“Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed
to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with
safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may aect wireless
performance.
The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.
Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639
©2017 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or otherwise used without prior
written permission.

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CONTENTS
Bose® Connect App
What can I do with the Bose® Connect app?.......................................................... 8
What’s in the Carton
Contents ................................................................................................................................ 9
Speaker Portability
Strap configurations ......................................................................................................... 10
Water resistance................................................................................................................. 10
Speaker Controls
Power on/o........................................................................................................................ 12
Auto-o timer ..................................................................................................................... 12
Disable the auto-o timer...................................................................................... 12
Speaker functions.............................................................................................................. 13
Media playback and volume functions.............................................................. 13
Call functions............................................................................................................... 14
Access voice control......................................................................................................... 15
Battery Charging
Connect the USB cable ................................................................................................... 16
Hear the battery level....................................................................................................... 16
Battery protection mode ................................................................................................ 17
Status Indicators
Bluetooth indicator ........................................................................................................... 18
Battery indicators .............................................................................................................. 19
Voice Prompts
Pre-installed languages ................................................................................................... 20
Change the language ....................................................................................................... 20
Disable voice prompts ..................................................................................................... 20

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CONTENTS
Bluetooth Connections
Pair your mobile device using the Bose® Connect app (recommended) .... 21
Choose an alternative pairing method...................................................................... 22
Pair using the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device............................... 23
Pair using NFC on your mobile device.............................................................. 25
Disconnect a mobile device........................................................................................... 26
Reconnect a mobile device............................................................................................ 26
Multiple Bluetooth Connections
Pair an additional mobile device.................................................................................. 27
Identify connected mobile devices............................................................................. 27
Switch between two connected mobile devices................................................... 27
Reconnect a previously paired mobile device........................................................ 28
Clear the speaker pairing list......................................................................................... 28
Pair Bose Speakers Together
Pair the speakers using the Bose® Connect app (recommended)................. 29
Pair the speakers manually ............................................................................................ 29
Party mode................................................................................................................... 29
Stereo mode ................................................................................................................ 31
Switch between Party mode and Stereo mode..................................................... 31
Disable Party mode or Stereo mode.......................................................................... 31
Care and Maintenance
Clean the speaker ............................................................................................................. 32
Replacement parts and accessories........................................................................... 32
Limited warranty................................................................................................................ 32
Troubleshooting
Common solutions ............................................................................................................ 33
Reset your speaker............................................................................................................ 35

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BOSE® CONNECT APP
Download the Bose® Connect app to keep your software up-to-date, personalize your
speaker settings, easily manage Bluetooth connections and access new features.
What can I do with the Bose®Connect app?
• Easily connect to and switch between multiple mobile devices with a single swipe.
• Customize your speaker experience:
-Name your speaker.
-Select a voice prompt language or disable voice prompts.
-Adjust the auto-o timer.
• Pair two Bose speakers to play in Party mode or Stereo mode. Refer to the Bose®
Connect app for more information about these modes.
• Find answers to frequently asked questions.

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WHAT’S IN THE CARTON
Contents
Confirm that the following parts are included:
<Product name> USB cable
Note: If any part of the product is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized
Bose® dealer immediately or Bose customer service.
Visit: <product specific URL>

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SPEAKER PORTABILITY
Strap configurations
You can adjust the strap to easily transport the speaker. To secure the speaker, attach it
to an object, such as a bicycle handlebar or backpack strap.
Water resistance
Your speaker is rated IPX7 water resistant and can withstand small splashes of water,
showering, rain or snow.
CAUTION: Do NOT swim with this speaker or submerge it in any pool of water deeper
than 3.2 ft (1 m).

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SPEAKER CONTROLS
Controls are located on the top and outer edge of the speaker.
Bluetooth button
Power button
Volume up
Volume down
Multi-function button

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SPEAKER CONTROLS
Power on/o
Press the Power button .
The battery indicators glow solid white.
Auto-o timer
The auto-o timer conserves the battery when the speaker is operating on battery
power. The speaker switches o when audio has stopped and no buttons have been
pressed for 30 minutes.
Note: To adjust the time it takes for your speaker to automatically power o, use the
Bose® Connect app.
Disable the auto-o timer
Press and hold +and the Multi-function button simultaneously.
You hear “Auto-o disabled.”
Repeat to re-enable the auto-o timer.
Tip: You can also disable the auto-o timer using the Bose® Connect app.

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SPEAKER CONTROLS
Speaker functions
Media playback and volume functions
Function What to do
Play/Pause Press the Multi-function button .
Skip Forward Press twice quickly.
Skip Backward Press three times quickly.
Fast forward Press twice quickly and hold the second press.
Rewind Press three times quickly and hold the third press.
Volume Up Press +.
Volume Down Press -.
Volume up
Volume down
Multi-function button

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SPEAKER CONTROLS
Call functions
Function What to do
Answer a call Press the Multi-function button .
End a call Press .
Decline an incoming call Press and hold for one second.
Answer a second incoming call and
put the current call on hold While on a call, press .
Decline a second incoming call and
stay on current call While on a call, press and hold for one second.
Switch between two calls With two active calls, press twice quickly.
Create a conference call With two active calls, press and hold for
one second.
Access voice control to make a call
While not on a call, press and hold for
one second.
Your mobile device may not support voice control. Refer
to your device owner’s guide for more information.
Mute/unmute a call While on a call, press +and -simultaneously.
Microphone
Multi-function button

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SPEAKER CONTROLS
Voice prompt notifications
Your speaker identifies incoming callers (when applicable).
To disable this feature, see “Disable voice prompts” on page 20.
Note: Disabling voice prompt notifications also disables voice prompts.
Access voice control
The speaker microphone acts as an extension of the microphone in your mobile device.
Using the Multi-function button on the speaker, you can access the voice control
capabilities on your device to make/take calls or ask Siri® or Google Now™ to play music,
tell you the weather, give you the score of a game and more.
Press and hold to access voice control on your device. You hear a tone that
indicates voice control is active.

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BATTERY CHARGING
Connect the USB cable
1. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB connector.
2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into a wall charger or computer that is
powered on.
While charging, the last lit battery indicator blinks white. Allow up to three hours to
fully charge the battery. When the battery is fully charged, all five battery indicators
glow solid white. A full charge powers the speaker for up to six hours.
Battery indicators
Hear the battery level
Each time you power on the speaker, a voice prompt announces the battery level. When
the speaker is in use, a voice prompt announces if the battery needs to be charged.
To hear the battery charge level while using your speaker, press and hold the Power
button until you hear a voice prompt.
Note: To visually check the battery, press and hold while viewing the battery
indicators (see page 19).

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BATTERY CHARGING
Battery protection mode
When your speaker battery is depleted (0%), or your speaker is unplugged and unused
for more than three days with a remaining charge of less than 10 percent, it enters
battery protection mode. To reactivate your speaker, connect it to AC (mains) power.
When not in use, store your speaker in a cool place.
CAUTION: Do not store your speaker for extended periods when fully charged or when
the battery indicator blinks red.

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STATUS INDICATORS
The Bluetooth and battery indicators are located on the outer edge of the speaker.
Bluetooth indicator
Bluetooth indicator
Indicator activity System state
Blinking blue Ready to pair
Blinking white Connecting
Solid white Connected
Solid blue Select language

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STATUS INDICATORS
Battery indicators
Battery indicators
Indicator activity Charging percentage
0% - 20%
20% - 40%
40% - 60%
60% - 80%
80% - 100%
Notes:
• When charging, the last lit battery indicator blinks white. When the speaker is fully
charged, all battery indicators glow solid white.
• To visually check the battery level, press and hold the Power button while viewing
the battery indicators.
• If connected to an Apple device, the device displays the speaker battery level near the
upper right corner of the screen and in the notification center.

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VOICE PROMPTS
Voice prompts guide you through the pairing and connecting processes and announce
the battery level. You can customize voice prompts using the buttons on your speaker.
Tip: You can also easily manage multiple connected devices using the Bose®
Connect app.
Pre-installed languages
The following languages are pre-installed on your speaker:
• English • Japanese • Dutch
• Spanish • Korean • Danish
• French • Arabic • Norwegian
• German • Italian • Finnish
• Mandarin • Portuguese • Russian
• Cantonese • Swedish • Polish
To check for additional languages
Visit: updates.Bose.com
Change the language
When you power on the speaker for the first time, the voice prompts are in English.
1. Press and hold the Multi-function button and +simultaneously until you hear
the voice prompt for the first language option.
2. Press +or -to move through the list of languages.
3. When you hear your language, press and hold to select.
Disable voice prompts
Press and hold +and -simultaneously until you feel a vibration.
Note: Repeat to re-enable voice prompts.