Bose in-ear headphone User Manual

Bose® in-ear headphones

Owner’s Guide
Brugervejledning
Bedienungsanleitung
Guía de usario
Notice d’utili
Manuale di istruzioni

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Gebruiksaanwijzing
Bruksanvisningen

ENGLISH

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing the Bose® in-ear headphones. Bose® in-ear
headphones offer a combination of lifelike audio performance and comfortable fit
not available from most conventional earbuds. Proprietary Bose techno logies
provide a level of listening pleasure with performance that's faithful and realistic.
Three sizes of ea r tip s all ow them to rest gently and s oftl y in t he outer bowl of the
ear (not your ear canal).

Your headphones include:

• Small (white), medium (gray), and large (black) ear tips.
Medium tips already attached.

• Carrying case

• Optional stability enhancement lanyard

• Optional clothing clip

Carrying case

Clothing clip

Ear tips

Importance of Proper Fit

Unlike some products that need to be pushed into the ear canal to perform as
intended, Bose in-ear headphones are designed to rest comfortably in the bo wl
of the ear. Because of this, they may feel different at first from what listeners are
accustomed to. The soft silicone ear tip barely contacts the opening to the ear
canal; it provides just enough contact to secure the headphones in place com­fortably without forming a tight, isolating seal.

Using your headphones

Bose® in-ear headphones are packaged with medium-sized
silicone ear tips installed; small- and large-sized ear tips are
also included in the package. Locate the left (L) and right (R)
markings on the headphones and gently insert the tips into
the bowl of your ear. Do not attempt to wear the headphones
without the ear tips.

The headphones should be push ed into the ear far enough to
establish a secure fit but not so far that they become uncom­fortable. Some users may find that the small or large sizes
provide a more appropriate fit. It is also possible that some
listeners may prefer different sizes of ear tips for each ear.

Larger sizes may be preferable if users plan to use them
during certain activities such as exercise. One size larger ear
tip may offer a little more contact with the ear, enhancing
stability.

We encourage each user to experiment with the different ear­tip sizes until finding the combination that works best for
them.

Headphone
system circuitry

Lanyard

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Incorrect

Changing ear tips

1. Gently remove the existing ear tip by peeling up from its large rounded side.

2. Slide the replacement ear tip over the nozzle of the headphone.

3. Press the ear tip securely into place until you feel it latch. The ridge on the
headphone should fit into the slot on the inside of the ear tip.

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Ridge

Connecting to an audio device

You can connect the headphones to any device that has a 3.5 mm stereo plug.

1. Turn down the volume of the audio device.

2. Plug the headphones into the audio output jack on the device.

3. Put on the headphones.

4. Slowly turn up the volume on the device to a comfortable listening level.

Using the “enhancement” features of audio devices

Many portable audio devices include features or settings which electronically
alter the audio signal sent to the headphones. These may include “bass boost” or
other EQ settings. Other features may serve to limit volume out such as “sound
check” or “volume limit.” Finally, other features add spatialization effects such as
“Surround”, “SMS”, “WOW”, or “3D.”

The Bose® in-ear headphones were designed to deliver high quality, balanced
sound and deep, low notes without the need for any artificial enhancement.
Therefore, when using the headphones we recommend that you first turn off all
the enhancement features before making any personal adjustments to the audio
settings.

©2007 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed, or other­wise used without prior written permission. All trademarks referenced herein are property of Bose
Corporation.

Using the optional stability enhancement accessories

You may find the stability of the Bose® in-ear headphones is improved during
certain activities, such as e xercise, when using either the sup plied lanyard or
clothing clip. Either optional accessory will reduce some of the downward pull
from the cord and may be used separately or together.

Using the lanyard

1. Attach the headphone cord
through the right (R) and left
(L) lanyard connectors
approximately 10 inches
(25.4 cm) below each ear
piece.

Important: Make sure the L
and R marks point up toward
the ear pieces.

2. Pull the lanyard over your
head and allow it to rest
behind your neck

3. Fit the headph ones into your
ears as described in the
headphone owners’ guide.

4. Adjust the lanyard connectors
to make enough slack above the lanyard connectors so that any downward
pulls on the plug end of the cord are not felt in the ears.

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INCORRECT

Note: Lanyard has a built-in safety release that separates when forcefully pulled.

Using the clothing clip

1. Attach the headphone cord to
the connector on the back
side of the clip.

2. Attach the clip high up on
your shirt or collar, allowing
for slack above the clip.

3. Adjust clip position until there
is enough slack in the cord
above the clip that any
downward pulls on the plug
end of the cord are not felt in
the ears.

Cleaning

Your headphones may require periodic cleaning:

• Ear tips: First, remove them from the headphones and wash the tips with a
mild detergent and water. Make sure you thoroughly rinse and dry them
before putting them back on the headphones.

• Headphone nozzles: Clean the nozzles only with a dry, soft cotton swab or

equivalent. Never insert any cleaning tool into the nozzle opening.

• Lanyard: Detach lanyard and wash with mild soap and water.

WARN ING S:

• Contains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children
under age 3.

• This product contains magnetic material.

• Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. It is best to
avoid high volume levels when using 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.

CAUTIONS:

• Sounds that you rely on as reminders or warnings may have an unfamiliar
character when using headphones. Be aware of how these sounds may vary
in character so you can recognize them as needed.

• Do not drop, sit on, or allow the headphones to be immersed in water.

This product conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
The complete Declaration of Conformity can be found at

www.Bose.com/compliance.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any trouble using your headphones, try the following trouble­shooting instructions. If you still need help, see the contact infor mation on the
inside back cover for assistance in your area.

Problem What to do

No audio/
Intermittent

Excessive
bass

Low volume/
poor audio

Eartips
falling off

Lost eartip Contact the service representatives appropriate for your

Replacement parts and accessories

Accessories or replacement parts can be ordered through Bose Customer
Service. See the contact information for your area included in this guide.
For replacement ear tips, call 1-800-819-7032 (US only).

• Carrying case

• Ear tips (S/M/L)

• Stability enhancement accessories

Make sure that the headphone plug is securely connected
to the headphone jack (not the line out jack) of the audio
device.

Turn off any bass boost or other audio enhancement
features on the audio source.

Turn off any “sound checker” or other audio signal altering
features on the audio source.

Make sure to securely attach the eartips on the tip and
housing and pressing the tip into place.

region (on back page) to order replacements.

BOSE CORPORATION

Bose Corporation

Australia

Phone: [phone]
www.Bose.com.au

Belgique/België

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Canada

Phone: [phone]

For Replacement Tips:
1-800-819-7032

Fax: [phone]
www.Bose.ca

China

Phone: [phone],
x162
Fax: [phone]

Danmark

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Deutschland

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.Bose.de

France

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.Bosefrance.fr

India

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.Boseindia.com

Ireland

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.Bose.ie

Italia

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.Bose.it

Japan

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.Bose.co.jp

Mexico

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Sverige

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Nederland

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.Bose.nl

New Zealand

Phone: [phone]

Norge

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Österreich

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Schweiz

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

United Kingdom

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.Bose.co.uk

United States

Phone: [phone]

For Replacement Tips:
1-800-819-7032

Fax: [phone]
www.Bose.com

World Wide Web

www.Bose.com
www.Boseeurope.com

©2007 Bose Corporation, The Mountain,
Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA
AM309467 Rev.01