Bose QuietComfor 3, QuietComfort 3 Owner's Manual

Bose® QuietComfort® 3
Acoustic Noise Cancelling

®

Headphones

Owner’s Guide
Guia de usuario
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 guide carefu

lly. 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 ex pose the
charger to dripping or splashing of liquids.

• The battery charger must be used in doors. It is neit her d

esigned nor tested for use outdo ors, in recreat ion v ehicles,

or on boats.

• Charge the battery only on a charger app ro ved by Bose Corporation . Do no

t 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 to 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 weather wh

ere 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. Avoid placing it arou nd me ta l object s such as k eys, p ock et change, p aper clips , and
jewelry

.

• Do not h

it the battery with a hammer, step on, throw or drop it t

o 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 chemical b

urn 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 best to a v

oid 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 w

here the inability to hear out-

side sounds may present a danger to you or others.

• Sounds that you rely on as reminder

s or warnings may hav

e an unfamiliar character when you are using the head-

phones. 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 regions, see the contact information
on the inside back cover.

This product conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and to the Low
Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC. The complete Declaration of Conformity can be
found at www.bose.com/static/compliance/index.html.

©2009 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 future

reference.

3. Heed all warnings – on the 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, lau

ndry 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 Co rpo ration. Unplug the

battery charger from the wall out-

let before cleaning.

7. Do not block any ventilation op

enings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install

near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat regi sters, stoves, or other apparatus (includ-

ing 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

prevent

d

amage to this product.

11. Refer all servicing to qualified service perso nnel. Servici ng is requ ired when the appara tus has bee n dam-

aged 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 b een expose d to rai n or moi sture , does not op erate n ormall y,
or has been dropped – Do not a ttempt t o service this produc t yourse lf . Open ing or remov ing co vers may e xpose

you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please call Bose to be referred to an authorized 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 condit ions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accep t 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 reasona ble protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction s, 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 circuit than the one to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC WARNING

• Changes or modifications not expressly a pproved by t he party responsible f or compliance co uld 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.

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.

Adjustable

headband

Power switch

with power indicator

Replaceable ear

cushions

Rotating

earcups

Ports

R (right)

mark

L (left)

mark

Accessories included:

Battery

Battery

charger

Headphones audio cord

Dual-plug

adapter

Carrying case

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 5.

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Preparing Your Headphones

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Preparing Your Headphones

Charging the battery

Initial charging time for a new battery is approximately two hours. After that, charging
time varies depending on the battery charge state.

1. Insert the battery into the charger.

2. Swing the plug pr

ongs out of the charger body.

3. Plug the charger into a live AC (mains) outlet.

Indicator:

On = Charging
Off = Charging complete
Flashing = See “Troubleshooting”

on page 10.

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT STORE A BATTERY IN THE CHARGER.

• After charging, unplug the battery charger and remove the battery.

• Storing a battery in the charger diminishes the charged state of the bat­tery over time and may permanently reduce the capacity of th

e battery.

Battery handling and precautions

• The battery does not have to be completely discharged in order to charge it. You
can charge the battery at any time.

• Never leave the battery in a discharged state. Charge after use and before storage.

• Avoid extreme temperatures when charging the battery. Battery charging should
occur within the temperature range of 32°F (0°C) to 95°F (35°C).

• A fully charged battery provides approximate

ly 25 hour

s of use. Replace the battery
when it no longer provides adequate power after charging. To order a replacement
battery, see “Troubleshooting” on page 10.

• Keep the terminals on the battery, in the charger, and in the right earcup of the
headphones clean at all times. Dirty terminals may cause poor electrical connec­tions and affect performance. For cleaning instructions, see “Cleaning” on page 10.

Preparing Your Headphones

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Installing the battery

Be sure to fully charge the battery before
first use. See “Charging the battery” on
page 5.

Right
earcup

Battery

Headband

1. Make sure the headphones power

switch is off.

2. Hold the headphones right earcup as

shown.

3. Insert the battery into the compartment.

Be sure to push the battery all the way
in until it is flush with the earcup.

Removing the battery for charging

Perform Step 1 and 2 and lift the battery
straight up and out of the battery
compartment.

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Using Your Headphones

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Using Your Headphones

Wearing your headphones

You can use your headphones only for noise reduction or for listening to audio along
with the benefit of noise reduction.

As you put on the headphones, observe the L (left) and R (right) markings

that identify
the left and right earcups. Adjust the headband so it rests gently on top of your head
and the earcup cushions fit comfortably on your ears.

Using your headphones for audio with noise reduction

For listening to an audio source, you need to use the supplied headphones cord.

1. Plug the appropriate end of the head-

phones cord into the left earcup.

Left

earcup

Headphones
cord

Power switch
indicator

Right earcup

2. Plug the other end of the cord into the

audio device (see “Connecting to porta­ble and home audio devices” on page 8).

3. T

urn on the audio device, making sure

the volume is initially set to a low

level.

4. Turn on your headphones. The power

switch indicator should light.

5. Set the volume level using the volume

c

ontrol on the audio device.

Using your headphones only
for noise reduction

When using the headphones just for noise
reduction, you do not need to connect the
headphones cord. Just turn on your
headphones and put them on your head.

When the battery needs charging

• When the power switch indicator starts flashing the battery is in a low-charge state.

From the moment the indicator starts flashing, the battery has about four hours of
life left.

• When replacing a battery, make sure you char

ge the new battery for a minimum of

two hours.

See “Charging the battery” on page 5.

• Before storing the battery for an extended period of time, fully charge the battery to

maximize its life.

Using Your Headphones

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Connecting to portable and home audio devices

The 3.5 mm plug on the headphones cord allows you to connect
your headphones to a variety of audio devices that use a 3.5 mm

output jack:

• CD, DVD,

or MP3/digital audio player

• Desktop or laptop personal computer

Connecting to airline audio systems

The audio output connections on airline audio systems vary,
but they typically have dual or single 3.5 mm output

jacks.

Note: Airline audio may not equal the high-quality audio you
experience from a home stereo or portable source.

Connecting to dual output jacks

Headphones
cord jack

Dual 3.5 mm
plugs

Plug the headphone cord into the dual­plug adapter and insert it into the dual
output jacks.

Connecting to a single output jack

Headphones
cord jack

Single 3.5
mm plug

Movable
plug

Pivot the movable plug so that it snaps in
place against the adapter body. Plug the
headphone cord into the adapter and
insert it into the single output jack.

The dual-plug adapter lowers the volume
levels of str

ong audio output signals that

are common on airline systems. If you

find that the volume level is too low,
remove the adapter and plug the headphone cord directly into the 3.5 mm
output jack.

WARNING:

Use only the Bose® airline adapter to connect headphone to
airplane seat jacks. DO NOT use adapters intended for mobile phones as
this could r

esult in personal injury such as burns or property damage due to

overheating. Rem

ove and disconnect immediately if you experience warming

sensation or

loss of audio.

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Care and Maintenance

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Care and Maintenance

Folding and storing

QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphones feature rotating earcups
that fold flat for easy, convenient storage.

Left

Right

CAUTION: The earcups rotate only in one direction. Incorrectly rotating the earcups can
damage the headphones.

Using the carrying case

The carrying case provides safe storage for your headphones and its accessories.
The foam tray holding the battery and charger is removable, allowing you to store
other items, such as an MP3 player, in the case.

Note: To maximize battery life, always charge the battery before storing it and never
store the battery in the charger.

Charger

Dual-plug
adapter

Headphones

Battery

Space for
headphones
cord

Care and Maintenance

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Cleaning

Scheduled cleaning is not required. However, you can simply wipe the outside surface
of the headphones with a dry cloth, as needed. Also, be sure that the earcup ports are
clear and that no moisture is allowed into the earcups. Use only a dry cloth to clean
the electrical contacts on the battery, in the charger, or in the battery compartment of
the headphones.

CAUTIONS:

• Be sure to unplug the battery charge

r before cleaning it.

•

DO NOT use a moist cloth to clean the electrical contacts on the batter

y, in the char-

ger, or in the battery compartment of the headphones.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any trouble using your headphones, try the instructions in the
following table. If you still need help, call for technical assistance. In the United States
only, call 1-800-905-2180. For other regions, see the contact information on the inside
back cover.

Problem What to do

No noise reduction • Make sure the headphones power switch is on.

• Charge the battery.

Low or no volume • Make sure the audio source is on and the volume is turned up.

• Do not use the dual-plug adapter.

• Check the headphones cord connection at the source and the
ear

cup.

Crackling noise;
intermittent loss of
noise re

duction

• Charge the battery.

• Clean the contacts on the battery and in the battery
compartment. See “Cleaning” on page 10.

• Replace the battery.

Low rumbling
sound

• Adjust earcup fit on your ears.

• Make sure earcup ports are not blocked.

Charger indicator
is flashing

• R

emove the battery, wait 10 seconds, and insert it again.

• Unplug the charger, wait 10 seconds, and plug it in again.

• Make sure the air temperature is within the acceptable range
for chargin

g, 32°F (0°C) to 95°F (35°C).

• Replace the battery.

• Replace the charger.

Short battery life
after charging

• Replace the battery.

• Replace the charger.

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Care and Maintenance

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Reattaching earcup cushions

If an earcup cushion becomes detached from the
earcup:

1. Align the two holes on the back of the cush­ion with the two posts on the earcup.

2. Push the cushion onto the earcup.

3. Press in around the outside edge of the

cushion to snap it in place.

4. Make sure the cushion is flush all the way
around and that there are no gaps between
the cushion and the earcup.

Accessories

You can purchase accessories from your Bose® dealer, on the Internet
(www.bose.com), or by placing an order over the phone. See the inside back cover for
contact information.

Power ratings

Battery charger: 100VAC - 240VAC, 5.5W
Battery: 3.7VDC, 200mAh

•Battery

•QC

®

3 Mobile Communications Kit

• Battery charger • Replacement ear cushions

• Carrying case • Accessory kit (includes adapters and extension cable)

• 5 ft. (1.5 m) audio extension cable

Información de seguridad

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Información de seguridad

Lea esta guía del usuario.

Dedique el tiempo que sea necesario para seguir atentamente las instrucciones de
esta gu

ía del usuario, que le ayudará a utilizar correctamente su nuevo producto
Bose® y a disfrutar de sus funciones. Guarde la guía del usuario para utilizarla como
material de referencia en el futuro.

ADVERTENCIAS

• Para reducir el riesgo de incendio o descarga eléctrica, no exponga el cargador de baterías a la lluvia o la

humedad. No exponga el cargador a salpicaduras ni a goteos.

• El cargador de baterías debe utilizarse en interiores. No está diseñado ni se ha probado para uso al aire libre o en

embarcaciones.

• Cargue la batería únicamente en un cargador aprobado por Bose Corporation. No siga cargando la batería si no

llega a plena carga en el tiempo espe cificado. En caso contrario, la batería se podría recalentar, romper o quemar.
Si observa que se deforma por el calor o que se producen fugas, deseche correctamente la batería.

• No exponga la batería a temperaturas superiores a 100°C. Si la expone a un calor excesivo, podría quemarse y

explotar.

• No coloque la batería bajo la luz solar directa y no la utilice ni guarde en el interior de co ches en días cálidos en los

que puede estar expuesta a temperaturas por encima de 60ºC. En caso contrario, la batería se podría recalentar,
romper o quemar. Si utiliza la batería de este modo, puede verse afectado su rendimiento o acortarse su vida útil.

• No provoque cortocircuitos en la batería. Evite dejarla cerca de objetos metálicos como llaves, monedas, clips de

papeles o joyas.

• No golpee la batería con un martillo, no la pise, arroje ni deje caer. No perfore la batería con objetos en punta,

como clavos. No aplaste, abolle ni deforme la batería de ningún modo. Si la batería se deforma, deséchela
correctamente.

• El uso indebido de la batería de es te disposit ivo pued e ocasio nar incendios o quemaduras por productos químicos.

No se debe desmontar , calentar por encima de los 100º C ni incinerar. Sustituya la batería únicamente por el
producto Bose con la referencia PC40229. El uso de otra batería puede suponer riesgos de incendio o explosión.

PRECAUCIONES

• Evite que se moje la batería. Evite usarla en condiciones de gran humedad.

• Evite las descargas electrostáticas en la batería.

• No deje caer los auriculares, no se siente sobre ellos ni permita su inmersión en agua.

• La exposición prolongada a música alta puede causar lesiones auditivas. Evite el volumen ex tremo cuando utilice

estos auriculares, en especial durante largos períodos de tiempo.

• No utilice los auriculares al conducir en una vía pública o en cualquier otro lugar en el que la imposibilida d de oír los

sonidos externos suponga un peligro para usted u otras personas.

• Los sonidos que usted interpreta como recordatorios o avisos pueden sonar de forma diferente al utilizar los

auriculares. Recuerde el modo en que pueden variar estos sonidos para poder reconocerlos cuando sea preciso.

Deseche correcta y rápidamente las baterías usadas o dañadas

siguiendo las disposiciones locales. Manténgalas fuera del alcance de los niños.
No las queme.

Para devolver baterías para su reciclado, póngase en contacto con Bose o con
su distribuidor de Bose. En Estados Unidos únicamente, llame al 1-800-905-2180.
Para otros lugares, consulte la información de contacto que figura en el interior
de la cubierta posterior.

Este producto cumple con la Directiva sobre compatibilidad electromagnética
(EMC) 89/336/EEC y la Directiva sobre límites de tensión 73/23/EEC.
Encontrará la declaración de conformidad completa en
www.bose.com/static/compliance/index.html.

©2009 Bose Corporation. Este documento no se puede reproducir, modificar, distribuir ni usar
de otra forma sin el permiso previo y por escrito.

Cumplimiento de las normas de la FCC (sólo EE.UU.)

Este dispositivo cumple con lo estipulado en la Part e 15 de la normat iva de la FCC. El func io namiento e stá s ujeto
a las dos condiciones siguientes: (1) Este dispositivo no pued e causar interferencias nociv as y (2) este dispositivo
debe aceptar cualquier interferen cia que reciba, incluid as las interf erencias que podrían cau sar un funcionamie nto
no deseado.

NOTA

Este equipo se ha probado y ha demostrado que cumple con los límites para dispositivos digitales de clase B,
de acuerdo con el apartado 15 de las normas de la FCC. Estos límites est án diseñados para ofrecer una
protección razonable contra las interferencias perjudiciales en una instalación doméstica. Este equipo genera,
utiliza y puede irradiar energía de radiofrecuencia y, si no se instala y se utiliza de acuerdo con las instrucciones
suministradas, podría ocasionar interferencias perjudiciales para las comunica ciones de radio. No obstante, no se
puede garantizar que no se vayan a producir este tipo de interferencias en una instalación en particular. Si este
equipo ocasiona interferencias perjudiciales en la recepción de radio o televisión, lo que puede comprobarse
encendiendo y apagando el equipo, se recomienda que intente corregir la interferencia mediante una de las
siguientes acciones:

• Vuelva a orientar o colocar la antena de recepción.

• Aumente la separación entre el equipo y el receptor.

• No conecte el equipo en la toma del mismo circuito que el receptor.

• Póngase en contacto con el distribuidor o con un técnico de radio y televisión.

ADVERTENCIA DE LA FCC

• Los cambios o modificaciones no aprobados expresamente por el responsable del cumplimiento normativo
podrían anular la autorización que tiene el usuario para utilizar este equipo.

• Deben emplearse conexiones adecuadas para la conexión de un ordenador host y/o periféricos para cumplir
los límites de emisiones de la FCC.

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Instrucciones de seguridad importantes

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Instrucciones de seguridad importantes

1. Lea detenidamente las instrucciones sobre todos los componentes antes de utilizar este producto.

2. Guarde estas instrucciones para consultarlas en el futuro.

3. Respete todas las advertencias que se indican en el producto y en la guía del usuario.

4. Siga todas las instrucciones.

5. No utilice este producto cerca del agua o de zonas húmedas: no lo utilice cerca de bañe ras, lavabos,
fregaderos, pilas, ni sobre zonas húmedas como , por ejempl o, cerc a de la pis cina o en cualquier otro lugar don de
haya agua o humedad.

6. Límpielo con un paño seco, según las instrucciones de Bose Corporation. Desenchufe el cargador de baterías
de la toma de pared antes de limpiarlo.

7. No bloquee las aberturas de ventilación. Realice la instalación de acuerdo con las instrucciones del
fabricante.

8. No lo instale el producto cerca de fuentes de calor, tales como radiadores, sal idas de a ire caliente, h ornos
u otros aparatos (incluidos amplificadores) que generen calor.

9. Utilice sólo conexiones y accesorios especifica dos por Bose.

10. Desenchufe el cargador de baterías durante tormentas eléctricas o si no lo va a utilizar durante mucho
tiempo para evitar que se dañe.

11. Toda reparación debe ser realizada por personal cualificado. Lleve el dispositivo a reparar si presenta

algún daño. Por ejemplo: si el cable de ali mentación o el enchufe e stá da ñado; si se ha derr amado l íquido
o se han caído objetos sobre el dispositivo; si el disposit ivo ha estado expuesto a la lluvia o a la
humedad; si no funciona correctamente o se ha caído. No intente reparar el producto usted mismo.

La apertura o retirada de las tapas le expondrá a volt ajes peligrosos o a otros peligros. Póngase en contacto con
Bose para que le indiquen la ubicación del servicio técnico autorizado de su zona.

Bienvenido

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Bienvenido

Presentación de los auriculares QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic
Noise Cancelling

®

Gracias por adquirir los auriculares QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® de
Bose. Nuestras innovadoras tecnologías permiten que estos auriculares reduzcan las
distracciones no deseadas al tiempo que proporcionan calidad de sonido de gran
realismo y un ajuste cómodo.

Banda

ajustable

para la

cabeza

Interruptor de encendido

con indicador de alimentación

Almohadillas

de sustitución

para el oído

Auriculares

giratorios

Salidas

Marca R

(derecha)

Marca L

(izquierda)

Accesorios incluidos:

Batería

Cargador

de baterías

Cable de audio para

auriculares

Clavija de

adaptación

doble

Funda de transporte

IMPORTANTE: Antes de utilizar los auriculares por primera vez, es
importante cargar completamente la batería durante un mínimo de dos
horas. Consulte “Carga de la batería” en la página 5.