Bose 40075, QuietComfort 3 Owner's Manual
Bose® QuietComfort® 3
Acoustic Noise Cancelling
®
Headphones
Owner’s Guide
Guía de usario
Notice d’utilisation
Safety Information
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Safety Information
Please read this owner’s guide
Please take the time to follow the instructions in this owner’s guid
e carefully. It will
help you to properly use your new Bose
®
product and enjoy its features. Please save
this owner’s guide for future reference.
WARNINGS
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the battery charger to rain or moisture. Do not expose the
charger to dripping or splashing of liquids.
• The battery charger must be used in doors. It is
neither designed nor tested f or use outdo ors , in recreation v ehicles,
or on boats.
• Charge the battery only on a charger app ro ved by Bose Corporation
. Do not continue charging the battery if it does
not reach full charge within the specified charging time. Doing so may cause th e battery to become hot, rupture, or
ignite. If you see any heat deformation or leakage, properly dispose of the battery.
• Do not expose the battery to temperatures greater than 212°F (1
00°C). If exposed t
o excessive heat, the battery
can catch fire and explode.
• Do not place the battery in direct sunlight, or use or st ore it inside ca
rs in hot w
eather where it can be exposed to
temperatures in excess of 140°F (60°C). Doing so may caus e the battery t o genera te heat, rupt ure, or ignite. Us ing
the battery in this manner also may result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy.
• Do not short circuit the batte ry. A void pla cing it a rou nd meta l object s suc h as keys, p ocket cha nge, paper c lips, and
jewelry
.
• Do not
hit the battery with a hammer, step on, throw or drop
it to expose it to
a strong shock. Do not pierce the
battery with a sharp object such as a nail. Do not crush, dent, or deform the battery in any way. If the battery
becomes deformed, properly dispose of it.
• The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire o
r che
mical burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat
above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Replace battery with Bose part PC40229 only. Use of another battery may
present a risk of fire or explosion.
CAUTIONS
• Do not allow the battery to get wet. Avoid using it in high humidity environments.
• Avoid electrostatic discharge to the battery.
• Do not drop or sit on the headphones, or allow them to be immersed in water .
• Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearin g damage. It is b
est to avoid extreme volume when using these
headphones, especially for extended periods.
• Do not use these headphones when operating a motor vehicle on a public
road, or where the inability to hear
outside sounds may present a danger to you or others.
• Sounds that you rely on as reminder
s or
warnings may have an unfamiliar character when you are using the
headphones. Be aware of how these sounds vary in character, so you can recognize them as needed.
Please dispose of used or damaged batteries promptly and properly, following
any local regulations. Keep away from children. Do not incinerate.
To return batteries for recycling, contact Bose or your Bose dealer. In the United States
only, call 1-800-905-2180. For other r
egions, see the contact information on the inside
back cover.
This product conforms to all applicable EU directive requirements. The complete
declaration of conformity can be found at www.Bose.com/compliance
.
Please complete and retain for your records:
The serial and model number can be found inside the battery compartment.
Serial number _______________________________________________
Model number _______________________________________________
Purchase date _______________________________________________
We suggest you keep your receipt with this owner’s guide.
©2012 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed, or
otherwise used without prior written permission.
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Important Safety Instructions
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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions – for all components before using this product.
2. Keep these instructions – for futu
re reference.
3. Heed all warnings – on t
he product and in the owner’s guide.
4. Follow all instructions .
5. Do not use this product near water or moisture – Do not use this product near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
s
ink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else that water or moisture are present.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth – and as directed by Bose Corporation. Unplug the battery charger from the wall
outl
et before cleaning.
7. Do not block any ventil
ation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s i nstructions.
8. Do not install
near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by Bose.
10. Unplug the battery charger during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time – to
prev
ent
damage to this product.
11. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damag
ed in any way: such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged; liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus; the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped – Do not at
tempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage s or ot her hazard s. Please call Bose to be refe rred t o an aut horized service
center near you.
Compliance with FCC rules (U.S.A., only)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. 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.
NOTICE
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 generat es, uses, and can radiate radio f requency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
this 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 off and on, you are
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 to an outlet on a different circ
uit than the one to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV te
chnician for help.
FCC WARNING
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
• Proper connections must be used for connection to a host computer and/or peripherals in order to meet FCC
emission limits.
Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, iPod touch, and MacBook are
trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
“Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has
been designed to co
nnect 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 affect wireless performance.
Important Safety Instructions
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Welcome
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Welco me
Introducing the QuietComfort® 3
Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphones
Thank you for purchasing the QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling®
headphones from Bose. Our innovative technologies enable these on-ear
headphones to reduce unwanted distractions while providing you with lifelike
audio performance and a
comfortable fit. An additional
audio cable with remote
and microphone for select Apple products allows convenient control of music,
voice applications and calls.
Adjustable
headband
Power switch with
power indicator
Replaceable ear
cushions
Rotating
earcups
Ports
R (right)
mark
L (left)
mark
Accessories included:
Battery
Battery
charger
Audio cable with remote and mic
Dual-plug
adapter
Carrying case
Audio cable
IMPORTANT: Before initial headphone use, it is important to fully charge the
battery for a minimum of two hours. See “Charging the battery” on page 6.
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