Bose OE2i User Manual

BOSE® OE2i AUDIO

HEADPHONES

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Safety Information

Please read this owner’s guide

Please take the time to follow the instructions in this owner’s guide

carefully. It will help you set up and properly use your new
headphones. Please save this owner’s guide for future reference.

CAUTIONS:

• Long-term exposure to loud music may cause hearing damage. Please avoid
extreme volume when using headphones, especially for extended periods.

• Do not use headphones when operating a motor vehicle or anywhere the
inability to hear outside sounds may present a danger to you or others.
Check and follow local laws regarding headphone use.

• 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 all applicable EMC Directive
requirements. The complete Declaration of Conformity can
be found at www.Bose.com/compliance.

WARNING: DO NOT use mobile phone adapters to connect head­phones to airplane seat jacks, as this could result in personal injury
such as burns or property damage due to overheating. Remove and
disconnect immediately if you experience warming sensation or loss
of audio.

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Bose® OE2i audio headphones.

Enjoy your music with smooth, full range sound, a comfortable
on-ear fit and a contoured design that folds up for easy portability.
An in-line remote and microphone provide convenient control of
select Apple products.

For use with:

The remote and microphone are supported only by iPod nano

(4th generation and later), iPod classic (120GB, 160GB),
iPod touch (2nd generation and later), iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4,
iPad, iPad 2 and 2009 models or later of MacBook and
MacBook Pro. The remote is supported by iPod shuffle (3rd
generation and later). Audio is supported by all iPod models.

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L

Carry case

Adjustable
headband

Earcup
cushions

L mark

Remote and
microphone

Volume up
Answer/End
Volum e do wn

Audio cable

2.5mm

3.5mm

R mark

Components

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Storing your headphones

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Note: Do not try to exceed the limits of the pivots or over-rotate the
earcups.

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Using your headphones

Wearing the headphones

After removing the headphones from the case and unfolding them

(see page 5), put on the headphones using the markings that
identify the left (L) and right (R) earcups. Adjust the headband so it
rests gently on top of your head and the earcup cushions fit
comfortably on your ears.

Cleaning the headphones

The Bose® OE2i audio headphones do not require scheduled

cleaning. Should cleaning be necessary, simply wipe the outside
surfaces with a soft cloth. Be sure the earcup ports are kept clear,
and that no moisture is allowed to get inside the earcup.

Connecting to your Apple device

Ensure that the 2.5mm plug is securely inserted into the left earcup.
Plug the other end of the cable (3.5mm plug) securely into the audio
output jack of the Apple audio device.

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Using the headphones with your Apple device

The Bose OE2i headphones come with a small in-line remote with an
integrated microphone for convenient control of select Apple products.
Easily control volume, track selection and voice applications, plus
switch between your calls and music.

Note: Full controls may not be available for some Apple products.

Basic functions

Increase volume Press and release the + button.
Decrease volume Press and release the – button.

Call-related functions

Answer a call When you receive an incoming call, press

End a call Press and release the Answer/End

Decline an incoming
call

Switch to an incoming
or on-hold call and
put the current call on
hold

and release the Answer/End button to
answer.

button.
Press and hold the Answer/End button

for about two seconds, then release.
While on a call, press and release the

Answer/End button once. Press and
release again to switch back to the first
call.

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Switch to an incoming
or on-hold call and
end the current call

While on a call, press and hold the
Answer/End button for about two
seconds, then release.

Use Voice Control Press and hold the Answer/End button.

See iPhone User Guide for compatibility
and usage information about this feature.

Media playback functions

Play or pause a song
or video

Skip to the next
song or chapter

Fast-forward Press and release the Answer/End button

Go to the previous
song or chapter

Press and release the Answer/End button.

Press and release the Answer/End button
twice quickly.

twice quickly and hold the second press.
Press and release the Answer/End button

three times quickly.

Rewind Press and release the Answer/End button

three times quickly and hold the third press.

Replacement parts and accessories

Replacement parts and accessories such as the carry case,

earcup cushion, and the audio cable can be ordered through
Bose® Customer Service. See the contact information for your
area included in this guide.

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Troubleshooting

If you experience any trouble using your headphones, try the

following troubleshooting instructions

Problem What to do

No audio or
audio in one
earcup only

Distorted bass • Ensure both earcup cushions are firmly secured.
Misshaped

earcup cushion
Microphone is

not picking up
sound

Phone is not
responding to
button presses

Apple product is
not responding
to remote

If any problem persists, contact Bose

phone number for your area, included in this guide.

• Ensure both ends of the audio cable are
securely connected.

• Try a different audio device.

• The high-density earcup cushion foam will regain
its shape after a few minutes in a neutral position.

• Make sure the headphone plug is securely
connected to the headphone jack.

• Make sure the microphone is not being blocked
or covered.

The microphone is located on the back of the
Answer/End button.

• Make sure that the headphone plug is securely
connected to the headphone jack.

• For multi-press functions: vary speed of presses.

• Full controls may not be available for some Apple
products.

®

Customer Service. See the

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Replacing earcup cushions

Remove earcup cushion:

1. Grasp the earcup cushion securely.

2. Pull up and out to remove the earcup cushion.

Re-attach earcup cushion:

1. Place the edge of the earcup cushion skirt into the slot behind
the earcup flange.

2. Work the remainder of the skirt into the slot all the way around
the earcup.

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Limited Warranty

Your B ose® headphones are covered by a limited warranty. Details

of the limited warranty are provided on the product registration
card that is included in the carton. Please refer to the card for
instructions on how to register. Failure to register will not affect
your limited warranty rights.

What you must do to obtain Limited Warranty Service:

Return product, with proof of purchase from an authorized Bose
dealer, using the following procedures:

1. Contact the Bose organization in your country/region (visit
Global.Bose.com/register for Bose contact information in your
country/region) for specific return and shipping instructions;

2. Label and ship the product, freight prepaid, to the address
provided by the Bose organization in your country; and

3. Place any necessary return authorization number prominently
on the outside of the carton. Cartons not bearing a return
authorization number, where required, will be refused.

Note: The serial number is located on the warranty card included in
the carton.

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Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements

Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements

Part

Lead

Mercury

Cadmium

Name

(Pb)

(Hg)

PCBs

X0 0 0 0 0

Metal
parts

X0 0 0 0 0

Plastic
parts

00 0 0 0 0

Speakers

X0 0 0 0 0

Cables

X0 0 0 0 0

O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous
materials for this part is below the limit requirement in SJ/T 11363-2006.

X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the
homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in SJ/T
11363-2006.

(Cd)

Hexavalent

(CR(VI))

Polybrominated

Biphenyl (PBB)

Polybrominated

diphenylether (PBDE)

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©2011 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced,

modified, distributed, or otherwise used without prior written
permission.

Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle,

iPod touch and MacBook are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered

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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 connect
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.

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