Bose SoundSport ® in-ear headphones for use with select iPod, iPhone and iPad models Owner’s Guide ™
Important Safety Information Please read this owner’s guide carefully and keep for future reference. WARNINGS: • DON’T 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 your ears, then turn the volume up gradually until you reach a comfortable listening level.
Contents About your Bose® SoundSport™ in-ear headphones....................................................... 4 Carton contents..................................................................................................................... 4 Connecting to your iPod, iPhone, or iPad.......................................................................... 5 Using the headphones with your iPod, iPhone, or iPad................................................. Headphone controls..........................
Using the headphones About your Bose® SoundSport™ in-ear headphones The Bose® SoundSport™ in-ear headphones offer full, balanced sound that conventional sports earbuds can’t match. System Features • Exclusive TriPort® technology delivers natural-sounding lows, even at higher volumes. • Sweat and weather-resistant. • Proprietary StayHear® tips conform to your ears’ shape, so they stay comfortably in place even during long, vigorous exercise.
Using the headphones Unpacking the system Carefully unpack the carton and confirm that the following parts are included: In-line microphone and 3-button remote Clothing clip StayHear® tips Large (black) Extension cable left right left right left right Medium (gray) Small (white) Carrying case Note: The headphones come with medium (gray) StayHear® tips attached.
Using the headphones Connecting to your iPod, iPhone, or iPad Connect the headphones to the standard 3.5 mm headphone input on your device. Using the headphone with your iPod, iPhone, or iPad The Bose® SoundTrue™ in-ear headphones come with an inline microphone and 3-button remote.
Using the headphones Basic functions Increase volume Press and release the + button. Decrease volume Press and release the – button. Answer a call When you receive an incoming call, press and release the Answer/End button to answer. End a call Press and release the Answer/End button. Decline an incoming call Press and hold the Answer/End button for about two seconds, then release.
Using the headphones Importance of proper fit When you wear the headphones properly, they provide the comfort and clarity you expect from Bose. Fitting the headphones to your ear The headphone earpiece has a soft StayHear® tip attached, allowing it to rest comfortably in the bowl of your ear. The wing part of the tip fits just under your ear ridge. Note: Each StayHear® tip is marked with an L (Left) or an R (Right) to indicate which earpiece it is designed to fit.
Using the headphones Changing the ear tips Select the type and size of eartip that provides you with the best comfort and fit. 1. Gently peel the edges of the attached tip away from the earpiece, using care not to tear the tip. Caution: To prevent damage, do not pull on the StayHear® tip wing. 2. Position the opening of the new tip over the nozzle and the small slot over the nozzle hook. Note: Each tip is marked with a either an L or an R to indicate which earpiece it is for.
Using the headphones Adjusting for comfort and stability There are several ways you can adjust your headphones to provide additional comfort and stability. You can customize how you wear your headphones using the adjustment slider and clothing clip. Using the clothing clip Use the clothing clip to fasten the cable to your clothing, for convenience, stability, and to help manage the cable. This can be helpful during high-movement activities or when using the headphones in a single earpiece configuration.
Using the headphones Troubleshooting If you experience any trouble using your headphones, try the following troubleshooting instructions. Problem What to do No audio/intermittent audio • Securely connect the headphones plug to the headphone input. • Try another audio device. Excessive bass • Turn off any audio enhancement features on the audio source. Microphone is not picking up sound • M ake sure you are using a compatible device. See “Made for” on page 6.
Using the headphones Cleaning Your headphones may require periodic cleaning: Ear tips: Remove the ear tips from the headphones. Wash them with a mild detergent and water. Make sure you thoroughly rinse and dry them before putting them back on the headphones. Headphones’ nozzles: Clean only with a dry, soft cotton swab or equivalent. Never insert any cleaning tool into the nozzle. Limited warranty The Bose® SoundSport™ in-ear headphones are covered by a limited warranty.
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