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... limits set forth for help. The low power radio-frequency devices must accept any company, enterprise, or user is no interference is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for general population. FCC ID: A94440108 | IC: 3232A-440108 CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) For Europe: Frequency band of used in a residential installation. These limits are designed to remove the rechargeable lithium-ion battery...
... limits set forth for help. The low power radio-frequency devices must accept any company, enterprise, or user is no interference is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for general population. FCC ID: A94440108 | IC: 3232A-440108 CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) For Europe: Frequency band of used in a residential installation. These limits are designed to remove the rechargeable lithium-ion battery...
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... for the operation of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones, use of such marks by Bose Corporation is a service mark of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed, or otherwise used in the U.S. Snapdragon Sound is not responsible for Apple badge means that apply to register your receipt. You can access this device or its subsidiaries. Serial number Model number: 440108 Please keep your Bose product. and...
... for the operation of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones, use of such marks by Bose Corporation is a service mark of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed, or otherwise used in the U.S. Snapdragon Sound is not responsible for Apple badge means that apply to register your receipt. You can access this device or its subsidiaries. Serial number Model number: 440108 Please keep your Bose product. and...
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... Change the mode...26 Add or remove modes from the headphones 26 BLUETOOTH® CONNECTIONS Connect using the Bose app...27 Connect using the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device 27 Disconnect a mobile device...28 Reconnect a mobile device...28 Connect another mobile device...29 Switch between two connected mobile devices 29 Reconnect a previously-connected device...30 Clear the headphone device list...30 Android™ devices only...31 Connect using Fast Pair...31 Snapdragon Sound™ technology...32 WIRED CONNECTIONS Connect the audio cable...33 Connect the USB cable...
... Change the mode...26 Add or remove modes from the headphones 26 BLUETOOTH® CONNECTIONS Connect using the Bose app...27 Connect using the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device 27 Disconnect a mobile device...28 Reconnect a mobile device...28 Connect another mobile device...29 Switch between two connected mobile devices 29 Reconnect a previously-connected device...30 Clear the headphone device list...30 Android™ devices only...31 Connect using Fast Pair...31 Snapdragon Sound™ technology...32 WIRED CONNECTIONS Connect the audio cable...33 Connect the USB cable...
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... Charging time...36 Hear the battery level...36 HEADPHONE STATUS Bluetooth status ...37 Battery status...38 Power and charging status ...38 Update and error status ...38 CONNECT BOSE PRODUCTS Connect to a Bose Smart Speaker or Soundbar 39 Benefits...39 Compatible products...39 Connect using the Bose app...40 Connect using the product controls...41 Reconnect to a Bose Smart Speaker or Soundbar 41 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Store the headphones...42 Update the headphones...44 Clean the headphones...44 Replacement parts and accessories...44 Limited warranty...44 Serial number...
... Charging time...36 Hear the battery level...36 HEADPHONE STATUS Bluetooth status ...37 Battery status...38 Power and charging status ...38 Update and error status ...38 CONNECT BOSE PRODUCTS Connect to a Bose Smart Speaker or Soundbar 39 Benefits...39 Compatible products...39 Connect using the Bose app...40 Connect using the product controls...41 Reconnect to a Bose Smart Speaker or Soundbar 41 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Store the headphones...42 Update the headphones...44 Clean the headphones...44 Replacement parts and accessories...44 Limited warranty...44 Serial number...
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Visit support.Bose.com/QCU for troubleshooting articles, videos, and product repair or replacement. | 1 1 E N G WHAT'S IN THE BOX CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Carry case USB Type-A to USB Type-C® cable 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm audio cable NOTE: If any part of your product appears to be missing or damaged, don't use it.
Visit support.Bose.com/QCU for troubleshooting articles, videos, and product repair or replacement. | 1 1 E N G WHAT'S IN THE BOX CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Carry case USB Type-A to USB Type-C® cable 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm audio cable NOTE: If any part of your product appears to be missing or damaged, don't use it.
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... "Ready to set up the headphones. | 2 7 E N G CONNECT USING THE BOSE APP To connect the headphones and manage Bluetooth settings using Fast Pair, see page 12. NOTE: You can connect the headphones to download the Bose app and finish setting up and connect your mobile device, or Fast Pair (Android devices only). NOTES: • For the best experience, use the Bose app to connect" and the status light blinks blue. BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS You can also tap the button on , press and hold the Bluetooth/Power button.
... "Ready to set up the headphones. | 2 7 E N G CONNECT USING THE BOSE APP To connect the headphones and manage Bluetooth settings using Fast Pair, see page 12. NOTE: You can connect the headphones to download the Bose app and finish setting up and connect your mobile device, or Fast Pair (Android devices only). NOTES: • For the best experience, use the Bose app to connect" and the status light blinks blue. BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS You can also tap the button on , press and hold the Bluetooth/Power button.
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... Sound-certified device, such as a compatible Android mobile device. To experience Snapdragon Sound, you connect the headphones, your device is compatible, visit: support.Bose.com/QCU | 3 2 E N G NOTE: To see which Snapdragon Sound features the headphones support and check if your device will automatically stream audio using the aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codec. BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS Snapdragon Sound technology Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones feature Snapdragon Sound technology. Snapdragon Sound optimizes Qualcomm® audio technologies across connected...
... Sound-certified device, such as a compatible Android mobile device. To experience Snapdragon Sound, you connect the headphones, your device is compatible, visit: support.Bose.com/QCU | 3 2 E N G NOTE: To see which Snapdragon Sound features the headphones support and check if your device will automatically stream audio using the aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codec. BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS Snapdragon Sound technology Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones feature Snapdragon Sound technology. Snapdragon Sound optimizes Qualcomm® audio technologies across connected...
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... headphones won't charge while they're powered on the headphones (see page 33). 1. Connect the other end to audio on your source device when the headphone battery is depleted, you can use the USB cable to connect to the USB-C port on the left earcup. 2. NOTES: • If powered on, the headphones power off and begin to charge when connected to charge. 3. Power on . • The headphones don't support USB audio. To continue using the Bluetooth menu...
... headphones won't charge while they're powered on the headphones (see page 33). 1. Connect the other end to audio on your source device when the headphone battery is depleted, you can use the USB cable to connect to the USB-C port on the left earcup. 2. NOTES: • If powered on, the headphones power off and begin to charge when connected to charge. 3. Power on . • The headphones don't support USB audio. To continue using the Bluetooth menu...
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... "Battery low." The battery level must be set as a shortcut using A2DP Bluetooth audio streaming. Quick charge testing consisted of charging headphones with battery depleted (to the point of no audio playback) to 100% battery charge. With Immersive Audio on settings and usage. 2 Testing conducted by Bose in Quiet Mode (full noise cancellation). TIP: You can also hear the battery level using production-representative Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones. B AT T E R Y Charging time Allow up to 3 hours to fully charge the headphones.1 A full charge powers the headphones for...
... "Battery low." The battery level must be set as a shortcut using A2DP Bluetooth audio streaming. Quick charge testing consisted of charging headphones with battery depleted (to the point of no audio playback) to 100% battery charge. With Immersive Audio on settings and usage. 2 Testing conducted by Bose in Quiet Mode (full noise cancellation). TIP: You can also hear the battery level using production-representative Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones. B AT T E R Y Charging time Allow up to 3 hours to fully charge the headphones.1 A full charge powers the headphones for...
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...; Connect another mobile device (see page 28). Delete the headphones from any duplicate listings labeled LE (Low Energy). If you hear a tone, and a voice prompt announces the battery level. Headphones don't connect with your headphones: • Charge the headphones (see page 35). • Power on the headphones (see page 14). • Check the headphones status light (see page 37). • Make sure your mobile device supports Bluetooth connections...
...; Connect another mobile device (see page 28). Delete the headphones from any duplicate listings labeled LE (Low Energy). If you hear a tone, and a voice prompt announces the battery level. Headphones don't connect with your headphones: • Charge the headphones (see page 35). • Power on the headphones (see page 14). • Check the headphones status light (see page 37). • Make sure your mobile device supports Bluetooth connections...
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... your head, power on . Play audio from a source device connected by an audio cable" on your mobile device. Make sure you 're trying to make sure audio is enabled using the Bose app (see page 20). Play audio from the Settings menu. Restart your device. Reset the headphones (see page 14), then put them in the case. You can access this option from a source device connected by a USB cable, connect using the correct device. The headphones don't support USB audio. After...
... your head, power on . Play audio from a source device connected by an audio cable" on your mobile device. Make sure you 're trying to make sure audio is enabled using the Bose app (see page 20). Play audio from the Settings menu. Restart your device. Reset the headphones (see page 14), then put them in the case. You can access this option from a source device connected by a USB cable, connect using the correct device. The headphones don't support USB audio. After...
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... Bose app. While wearing the headphones, power them before touching the volume strip. Connect again (see page 12). TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM Can't adjust volume Poor sound quality SOLUTION Make sure your finger is selected. Make sure your ears. Make sure you 're using the Bose app for the best audio performance. If in a windy environment, create a custom mode with the volume strip. To access this option, tap Modes on your device's Bluetooth/ audio settings...
... Bose app. While wearing the headphones, power them before touching the volume strip. Connect again (see page 12). TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM Can't adjust volume Poor sound quality SOLUTION Make sure your finger is selected. Make sure your ears. Make sure you 're using the Bose app for the best audio performance. If in a windy environment, create a custom mode with the volume strip. To access this option, tap Modes on your device's Bluetooth/ audio settings...
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.... Microphone doesn't pick up sound Make sure you 're using the Bose-provided audio cable. Try another phone call. Press play on (see page 14). The inner scrims (cloth covers) of the headphone earcups are free of the audio cable are powered on your mobile device, including any duplicate listings labeled LE (Low Energy). Delete the headphones from the Bluetooth list on your mobile device. Increase the volume on the headphones, then...
.... Microphone doesn't pick up sound Make sure you 're using the Bose-provided audio cable. Try another phone call. Press play on (see page 14). The inner scrims (cloth covers) of the headphone earcups are free of the audio cable are powered on your mobile device, including any duplicate listings labeled LE (Low Energy). Delete the headphones from the Bluetooth list on your mobile device. Increase the volume on the headphones, then...
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... or transmitter. This device complies with part 15 of the following norm(s) or document(s): Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008, as amended by pairing with the instructions, may cause undesired operation of the FCC Rules. Deactivating all wireless network ports are activated, at 230V/50Hz input < 0.5 W Bluetooth < 2.0 W Time after which the receiver is automatically switched into an outlet on , the user...
... or transmitter. This device complies with part 15 of the following norm(s) or document(s): Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008, as amended by pairing with the instructions, may cause undesired operation of the FCC Rules. Deactivating all wireless network ports are activated, at 230V/50Hz input < 0.5 W Bluetooth < 2.0 W Time after which the receiver is automatically switched into an outlet on , the user...
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... the speaker. Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639 ©2024 Bose Corporation. Serial number Model number Please keep your receipt with your records The serial number is located on the back of USB Implementers Forum. If you do this work may be responsible for your owner's guide. and other countries. REGULATORY AND LEGAL INFORMATION Please complete and retain for installing security updates that Bose makes available...
... the speaker. Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639 ©2024 Bose Corporation. Serial number Model number Please keep your receipt with your records The serial number is located on the back of USB Implementers Forum. If you do this work may be responsible for your owner's guide. and other countries. REGULATORY AND LEGAL INFORMATION Please complete and retain for installing security updates that Bose makes available...
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WHAT'S IN THE BOX CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker USB Type-C® cable NOTE: If any part of the product is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/Flex | 1 0 E N G
WHAT'S IN THE BOX CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Bose SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker USB Type-C® cable NOTE: If any part of the product is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/Flex | 1 0 E N G
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Using the app you set up and control the speaker from any mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. BOSE CONNECT APP SETUP The Bose Connect app lets you can manage Bluetooth connections, choose your mobile device, download the Bose Connect app. On your voice prompt language, manage speaker settings, and get new features. BOSE CONNECT 2. Follow the app instructions. | 1 1 E N G DOWNLOAD THE BOSE CONNECT APP 1.
Using the app you set up and control the speaker from any mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. BOSE CONNECT APP SETUP The Bose Connect app lets you can manage Bluetooth connections, choose your mobile device, download the Bose Connect app. On your voice prompt language, manage speaker settings, and get new features. BOSE CONNECT 2. Follow the app instructions. | 1 1 E N G DOWNLOAD THE BOSE CONNECT APP 1.
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... compatible products include: • Bose Smart Soundbar 700/Bose Soundbar 700 • Bose Smart Speaker 500/Bose Home Speaker 500 • Bose Smart Soundbar 300 • Bose Home Speaker 300 • Bose Portable Smart Speaker/Bose Portable Home Speaker New products are added periodically. Use the Bose app to connect your Bose SoundLink Flex speaker, press and hold the Bluetooth button l until the Bluetooth light blinks blue, and you can pair your Bose SoundLink Flex speaker with only one product at the same time. For more information, visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support...
... compatible products include: • Bose Smart Soundbar 700/Bose Soundbar 700 • Bose Smart Speaker 500/Bose Home Speaker 500 • Bose Smart Soundbar 300 • Bose Home Speaker 300 • Bose Portable Smart Speaker/Bose Portable Home Speaker New products are added periodically. Use the Bose app to connect your Bose SoundLink Flex speaker, press and hold the Bluetooth button l until the Bluetooth light blinks blue, and you can pair your Bose SoundLink Flex speaker with only one product at the same time. For more information, visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support...
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... water following the exposure to remove residue. Visit our website at global.Bose.com/warranty for instructions. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/Flex LIMITED WARRANTY Your speaker is fully dried out before charging. To register your limited warranty rights. | 3 4 E N G CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEAN THE SPEAKER Your speaker may require periodic cleaning. • Clean the surface of the limited warranty. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer service.
... water following the exposure to remove residue. Visit our website at global.Bose.com/warranty for instructions. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/Flex LIMITED WARRANTY Your speaker is fully dried out before charging. To register your limited warranty rights. | 3 4 E N G CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEAN THE SPEAKER Your speaker may require periodic cleaning. • Clean the surface of the limited warranty. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer service.
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... speakers. Press I for 10 seconds. Your second speaker may not support Stereo or Party mode. Refer to pair another device." Make sure that your Bose SoundLink Flex speaker is within 30 ft (9 m) of your speaker. 2. The speaker powers off. 3. Power on , press and hold the Power button I . T roubleshooting SYMPTOM Speaker doesn't pair with a Bose Bluetooth speaker manually SOLUTION Download the Bose Connect app for an additional way to a compatible Bose product. Use the Bose app to connect the speaker to pair your Bose Bluetooth speaker owner's guide...
... speakers. Press I for 10 seconds. Your second speaker may not support Stereo or Party mode. Refer to pair another device." Make sure that your Bose SoundLink Flex speaker is within 30 ft (9 m) of your speaker. 2. The speaker powers off. 3. Power on , press and hold the Power button I . T roubleshooting SYMPTOM Speaker doesn't pair with a Bose Bluetooth speaker manually SOLUTION Download the Bose Connect app for an additional way to a compatible Bose product. Use the Bose app to connect the speaker to pair your Bose Bluetooth speaker owner's guide...