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I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S Please read and keep all safety and use instructions. • Do NOT use the headphones at a high volume for any extended period. ––To avoid hearing damage, use your headphones at a comfortable, moderate volume level. ––Turn the volume down on your device before placing the headphones in/on your ears, then turn the volume up gradually until you reach a comfortable listening level.
R E G U L AT O R Y I N F O R M AT I O N Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and all other applicable EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance For Europe: Frequency band of operation 2400 to 2483.5 MHz: Bluetooth: Maximum transmit power less than 20 dBm EIRP.
R E G U L AT O R Y I N F O R M AT I O N CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B) Temperature range: Operating: -4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C) Charging: 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C) BC Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture; “8” is 2008 or 2018. 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.
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CONTENTS Bose® Connect App Features......................................................................................................................... 8 Introduction Thank you.............................................................................................................................. 9 Unpacking............................................................................................................................. 9 Headphone components......................................
CONTENTS Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................. 19 Battery care.......................................................................................................................... 20 Storage .................................................................................................................................. 21 Cleaning............................................................
BOSE® CONNECT APP Enhance your headphones with the Bose® Connect app. Features • Unlock the full potential of your headphones. • Free app compatible with most Apple and Android™ systems. • Easily connect and switch between multiple Bluetooth® devices with a single swipe. • Keep your headphones up-to-date with the latest software. • Customize headphone settings, like voice prompt language and hibernation mode.
INTRODUCTION Thank you We appreciate your choice of the Bose® SoundLink® around-ear wireless h eadphones II. These wireless stereo headphones combine the audio performance and comfort you expect from Bose with the freedom of wireless. Unpacking Check the carton for: headphones, carry case, USB charging cable, and back-up audio cable. Be sure to save all packing materials. They provide the safest means for any necessary shipping or transporting.
I ntroduction Headphone components A G B F C TM D E A Back-up audio cable connector E Near Field Communication (NFC) touchpoint B USB charging connector F Power/Bluetooth® button (three-position) C Headphone controls G Bluetooth and battery indicators D Microphone 10 - ENGLISH
O P E R AT I O N Charging the battery 1. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the micro-USB connector on the right earcup. 2. Plug the other end into a USB wall charger or computer that is powered on. Allow up to three hours to fully charge the battery. A full charge will power the headphones for up to 15 hours. A 15-minute partial charge will power the headphones for 2 hours. Note: The headphones will not play while charging. Battery indicator The battery indicator is located on the right earcup.
O peration Selecting a language for voice prompts The headphones feature voice prompts to guide you through the pairing and connecting processes. The voice prompts also indicate the battery charge level and the name of the currently connected device. When you turn on the headphones for the first time, the voice prompts will be heard in English. To select a different language: 1. Turn on the headphones and put them on your head. 2.
O peration Pairing a mobile device 1. Slide the Power/Bluetooth® button all the way up to the symbol and hold until you hear, “Ready to pair” or you see the Bluetooth indicator blinking blue. 2. On your mobile device, make sure the Bluetooth feature is on. (The Bluetooth menu is usually found in the Settings menu.) 3. Select Bose AE2 SoundLink from the device list. You will hear, “Connected to ” or you will see the Bluetooth indicator glow solid white.
O peration Pairing with NFC If your device supports Near Field Communication (NFC), you can easily pair it with the headphones. 1. Turn the headphones power on. 2. Tap the NFC touchpoint on your mobile device to the center of the right earcup. Your device may ask you to accept pairing. Note: Before tapping your mobile device, make sure your device is unlocked and the B luetooth® and NFC features are both on. Refer to your mobile device user’s guide to learn more about these features.
O peration Playing music Once your mobile device is connected, open a music app and start audio on your mobile device. You can play, pause, skip forward, skip backward, and adjust the volume using either the headphone controls or the device controls. See “Headphone controls” on page 17. Using the headphones with multiple devices The headphones can remember up to eight paired devices and can be actively connected to two devices at a time.
O peration Disconnecting a Bluetooth® device • Turn off the Bluetooth® feature on your device. • If your mobile device supports NFC, tap the NFC touchpoint on your mobile device to the center of the right earcup. Tap again to reconnect. Reconnecting a previously connected device When powered on, the headphones will automatically try to reconnect with the two most recently connected devices. Make sure the device(s) are within range and powered on.
O peration Headphone controls The headphone controls are located on the side of the right earcup. Volume up Multi-function button Volume down • Press once to play/pause or answer/end a call. • Double press to skip forward. • Triple press to skip backward. • Press and hold to ignore an incoming call. Headphone status indicators The battery and Bluetooth® indicators are located on the side of the right earcup.
O peration Using the back-up audio cable Use the supplied back-up audio cable to connect a non-wireless device, or if the headphone battery is depleted. To use the audio cable: 1. Plug the audio cable into the connector on the left earcup. 2. Plug the audio cable into the connector on the device. Note: Make sure 18 - ENGLISH is in the off position when using the back-up audio cable.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Problem What to do Headphones do not turn on • Make sure is in the on position. • Charge the battery. Headphones do not connect with mobile device • On your mobile device, turn off the Bluetooth® feature and turn it back on. Then try pairing again. • Delete Bose AE2 SoundLink from the Bluetooth list on your mobile device. Then try pairing again. • Move the mobile device closer to the headphones and away from any interference or obstructions.
C are and M aintenance Problem What to do No audio from a device connected by audio cable • Make sure the connected device is on and playing. • Make sure the 3.5 mm plug is fully inserted into the headphones connector, and fully inserted into the audio source. • Make sure is in the off position. • Make sure the volume is turned up on the headphones and on your mobile device (or music app). • Try connecting another device. Poor sound quality from a device connected by audio cable • Make sure the 3.
C are and M aintenance Storage The earcups rotate for easy, convenient storage. Place the headphones flat into the case with the soft divider between the two earcups. Cleaning The headphones do not require scheduled cleaning. Should cleaning be necessary, simply wipe the outside surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. Do not allow moisture to get inside the earcups or the audio input connector. Do not use liquids or sprays.
C are and M aintenance Customer service For questions about your headphones, contact your local Bose dealer. • To contact Bose directly, visit: global.Bose.com • US only: owners.Bose.com/SoundLinkAE2 Limited Warranty Your headphones are covered by a limited warranty. Visit our website at global.Bose.com/warranty for details of the limited warranty. To register your product, visit global.Bose.com/register for instructions. Failure to register will not affect your limited warranty rights.
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