Bose Soundwear User Manual
Owner’s Guide
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Gebruikershandleiding
Guía del usuario
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SOUNDWEAR
COMPANION® SPEAKER
™
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read and keep all safety and use instructions.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
6. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS
• Do NOT use the speaker at a high volume for any extended period.
– To avoid hearing damage, use your speaker at a comfortable, moderate volume level.
– Turn the volume down on your device before wearing the speaker or placing it near your ears, then turn the volume
up gradually until you reach a comfortable listening level.
• Use caution while driving and follow applicable laws regarding use of a mobile phone and personal speaker.
• Focus on your safety and that of others if you use the personal speaker while engaging in any activity requiring
your attention, e.g., while riding a bicycle or walking in or near trac, a construction site or railroad, etc. Remove
the personal speaker or adjust your volume to ensure you can hear surrounding sounds, including alarms and
warning signals.
This product contains magnetic material. Consult your physician on whether this might aect your implantable
medical device.
• Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product.
• Use this product only with an agency approved power supply which meets local regulatory requirements
(e.g., UL, CSA, VDE, CCC).
• Do not expose products containing batteries to excessive heat (e.g. from storage in direct sunlight, fire or the like).
• The product label is located on the bottom of the product.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
NOTE: 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 generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there 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 o and on, the user is 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 into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). 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.
This device complies with FCC and Industry Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for general population.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Meets IMDA Requirements.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and all other applicable EU directive requirements. The complete
declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance
For Europe:
Frequency band of operation 2400 to 2483.5 MHz:
Bluetooth: Maximum transmit power less than 20 dBm EIRP.
Bluetooth Low Energy: Maximum power spectral density less than 10 dBm/MHz EIRP.
This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste, and should be delivered to an
appropriate collection facility for recycling. Proper disposal and recycling helps protect natural resources, human
health and the environment. For more information on disposal and recycling of this product, contact your local
municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought this product.
Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices
Article XII
According to “Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices” without permission granted by the
NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter original
characteristic as well as performance to an approved low power radio-frequency devices.
Article XIV
The low power radio-frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere legal communications; If found,
the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved. The said legal communications means radio
communications operated in compliance with the Telecommunications Act.
The low power radio-frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference from legal communications or ISM
radio wave radiated devices.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
DON’T attempt to remove the rechargeable lithium-ion battery from this product. Contact your local Bose retailer or
other qualified professional for removal.
Please dispose of used batteries properly, following local regulations. Do not incinerate.
Removal of the rechargeable lithium-ion battery in this product should be conducted only
by a qualified professional. Please contact your local Bose retailer or see
http://products.bose.com/static/compliance/index.html for further information.
Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
Lead
Part Name
PCBs X O O O O O
Metal Parts X O O O O O
Plastic Parts O O O O O O
Speakers X O O O O O
Cables X O O O O O
This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364.
O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part
is below the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
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 of GB/T 26572.
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
(CR(VI))
Polybrominated
Biphenyl
(PBB)
Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture; “8” is 2008 or 2018.
China Importer: Bose Electronics (Shanghai) Company Limited, Part C, Plan 9, No. 353 North Riying Road, China
(Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone
EU Importer: Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The Netherlands
Taiwan Importer: Bose Taiwan Branch, 9F-A1, No.10, Section 3, Minsheng East Road, Taipei City 104, Taiwan
Phone Number: +886-2-2514 7676
Mexico Importer: Bose de México, S. de R.L. de C.V. , Paseo de las Palmas 405-204, Lomas de Chapultepec,
11000 México, D.F. Phone Number: +5255 (5202) 3545
Input Rating: 5V 1.5A
Polybrominated
diphenylether
(PBDE)
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LEGAL INFORMATION
Apple, the Apple logo, iPad, iPhone, iPod, and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. The trademark “iPhone” is used in Japan with a license from Aiphone K.K. App Store is a service mark
of Apple Inc.
Android, Google Now, Google Play, and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks
by Bose Corporation is under license.
Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple
product(s) identified in the badge, 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.
The Japan Radio Law approval number, Telecommunication Business Law approval number, Giteki mark, and serial
number are located on the center underside of the speaker, beneath the cover.
Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639
©2018 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or otherwise used without prior
written permission.
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CONTENTS
Bose® Connect App
What can I do with the Bose Connect app? ........................................................... 8
What’s in the Carton
Contents ................................................................................................................................ 9
Ways to Wear
Adjust for comfort ............................................................................................................. 10
Water resistance ................................................................................................................. 11
Speaker Controls
Power on/o ........................................................................................................................ 13
Auto-o timer ............................................................................................................. 13
Speaker functions .............................................................................................................. 14
Volume functions ....................................................................................................... 14
Media playback functions ....................................................................................... 15
Call functions ............................................................................................................... 16
Access voice control ......................................................................................................... 17
Battery
Charge the speaker ........................................................................................................... 18
Charging time.............................................................................................................. 19
Hear the battery level .............................................................................................. 19
Battery storage guidelines ............................................................................................. 19
Safety protection mode .................................................................................................. 19
Status Indicators
Bluetooth® indicator .......................................................................................................... 20
Battery indicators .............................................................................................................. 21
Voice Prompts
Pre-installed languages ................................................................................................... 22
Change the language ....................................................................................................... 22
Disable voice prompts ..................................................................................................... 22
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CONTENTS
Call Notifications
Voice prompt notifications............................................................................................. 23
Vibration notifications ...................................................................................................... 23
Bluetooth Connections
Connect your mobile device using the Bose® Connect app
(recommended) ................................................................................................................. 24
Connect using the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device ............................. 25
Disconnect a mobile device ........................................................................................... 27
Reconnect a mobile device ............................................................................................ 27
Multiple Bluetooth Connections
Connect an additional mobile device ........................................................................ 28
Identify connected mobile devices ............................................................................. 28
Switch between two connected mobile devices ................................................... 28
Reconnect a previously connected mobile device ............................................... 29
Clear the speaker pairing list ......................................................................................... 29
Cover Replacement
Remove the cover .............................................................................................................. 30
Attach the cover ................................................................................................................. 31
Care and Maintenance
Clean the speaker and cover ......................................................................................... 32
Replacement parts and accessories ........................................................................... 33
Limited warranty ................................................................................................................ 33
Serial number location ..................................................................................................... 33
Troubleshooting
Common solutions ............................................................................................................ 34
Reset your speaker ............................................................................................................ 35
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BOSE® CONNECT APP
Download the Bose Connect app to keep your software up-to-date, personalize your
speaker settings, easily manage Bluetooth connections and access new features.
What can I do with the Bose Connect app?
• Easily connect to and switch between multiple mobile devices with a single swipe.
• Customize your speaker experience:
– Name your speaker.
– Select a voice prompt language or disable voice prompts.
– Enable silent mode by disabling vibration.
– Use the dialogue adjust feature to increase clarity of speech for podcasts, radio
talks or audiobooks.
– Adjust the auto-o timer.
• Find answers to frequently asked questions.
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Contents
Confirm that the following parts are included:
WHAT’S IN THE CARTON
Bose® SoundWear™ Companion® speaker
(with included cover)
Note: If any part of the product is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized
Bose dealer or Bose customer service.
Visit: global.Bose.com/Support/SWC
USB cable
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WAYS TO WEAR
Adjust for comfort
Your speaker is flexible to allow you to adjust to what feels comfortable for you.
CAUTIONS:
• Avoid excessively bending your speaker. Only invert the flexible speaker ends when
removing or attaching the cover.
• Do NOT bend your speaker so that it folds back onto itself.
• Do NOT tightly wrap your speaker around objects.
• Use caution when storing your speaker to avoid crushing.
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WAYS TO WEAR
Water resistance
Your speaker is rated IPX4 water resistant and can withstand a light splash of water.
CAUTION: Do NOT swim or shower with this speaker. Never submerge your speaker in
any pool of water.
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