Please take the time to follow the instructions in this
owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up and oper
ate your product properly and enjoy its advanced features. Please save this owner’s guide for future
reference.
WARNING: Contains small parts, which may be a
choking hazard. Not suitable for children under age 3.
CAUTIONS
• This device is intended for use only with the Bose®
QuietComfort
phones.
• Make no modification to the system or accessories.
Unauthorized alterations may compromise safety,
regulatory compliance, and system performance.
• Operate this product within the temperature range
of 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) only.
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3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® head-
• Store this product within the temperature range of
-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) only.
• Long-term exposure to loud sound may cause
hearing damage. It is best to avoid extreme volume
when using the headphones, especially for extended
periods.
• Do not use this device 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.
• Do not use this device for communications while
operating aircraft.
• Sounds that you rely on as reminders 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.
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.
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate this equipment.
In Canada:
This product complies with the Canadian ICES-003
Class B specification.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause interference and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
This device conforms to the RTTE Directive
99/5/EC. The complete Declaration of
Conformity can be found at:
www.Bose.com/static/compliance/Index.html
4. Turn o n the control module by sliding the
O/| power switch up to I (C). Wait until a
small blue light on the front of the control
module begins to pulse.
5. Press the + Volume and Call buttons at the
same time (D). The blue light on the front of
the module changes from pulsing to solid
blue. This indicates that the module is in
pairing mode.
To complete pairing, follow the remaining steps
on page 10.
Refer to your cell phone owner’s guide for
details on how to complete this procedure.
1. Turn on your cell
phone.
2. Locate the Bluetooth®
option under Tools or
Settings.
3. Choose to add a new
device to your phone
and watch as items
begin to appear on the
cell phone screen. This
list identifies various Bluetooth
are available nearby.
4. Wait for Bose QC3 Comm Kit to appear,
then select it.
5. Enter the numbers 0000 when your phone
requests a Passkey or PIN code.
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6. Select yes to confirm this connection, as
needed (if your phone requires it).
On successful completion:
• Confirmation appears on the cell phone
screen.
• The blue light on the kit control module blinks
quickly and then resumes pulsing slowly.
• A beep sounds in the headphones
(noticeable only if you are wearing them).
If none of these occur, you may want to repeat
both parts of the procedure carefully. Refer to
page 8 to begin again.
For quicker connection between the two
devices, set your cell phone to identify the
QuietComfort® 3 Bluetooth® communications kit
as a trusted device. Refer to the owner’s guide
that came with your phone for
instructions.
Turn on the headphones,
the kit control module,
and your cell phone.
Make sure the Bluetooth
connection between the
kit and your cell phone is
active. If it is, you can hear
sounds from the cell
phone in the headphones.
If you move around, be
sure to stay within 33 feet
(10 m) of your cell phone.
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Making calls
Use your cell phone to enter or select a phone
number and send the call as you normally do.
The phone links automatically to your headphones, enabling you to hear the call connect.
If it does not connect, your cell phone may be
out of range to make this call. When out of
range, some phones emit a beep that can be
heard in the headphones.
• To redial, press the + Volume button.
• To adjust the volume, press the control
module + Volume button or – Volume button.
Or use the volume control on your phone.
Note: Using voice commands to make a call
requires a phone that supports this option and is
set up to recognize your voice. Refer to your cell
phone user’s manual to confirm this.
My cell phone
music doesn’t
play in the
headphones.
• Make sure all batteries are charged, the headphones, kit control module, and cell
phone are turned on and the cell phone is set to ring (not vibrate).
• Make sure your cell phone is set to the Bluetooth
• Make sure your Bluetooth
If not, repeat the steps outlined under “Bluetooth Pairing” on page 7.
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pairing was completed successfully.
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mode.
• Move the cell phone to within 33 ft (10 m) of the communications kit module.
• Make sure the removable boom microphone is firmly attached and the unit is snapped
securely into the jack on the left earcup.
• Make sure the microphone is within a finger’s width of your mouth.
• Move the cell phone closer to the communications kit control module for a better signal
between the two.
•The Bluetooth® link to your phone does not support A2DP music protocol.
• Attach the audio connection cable to the audio output on your phone and to the audio
connection jack on the communications kit module. This allows you to hear the music
play and to receive and make calls as described on page 12.
• Make sure the plug on the communications kit earcup connector is fully and firmly
inserted in the jack on the left earcup. Refer to Step 2 on page 8.
• Make sure your music device is connected securely to the communications kit
control module. Refer to “Adding a portable music device” on page 13.
• For music, use the volume controls on your music device only.
• For calls, set the volume to mid range on your cell phone. Use the + Volume and
– Volume buttons on the communications kit module to make slight adjustments.
Customer Service
For questions about the QuietComfort® 3
Bluetooth® communications kit, contact your
local Bose
see the contact list included in the carton.
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dealer. To contact Bose directly,
Cleaning the kit
Simply wipe the outside surface of the control
module and boom with a dry cloth, as needed.
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Limited warranty
Your Quiet Comfort 3 Bluetooth® communications kit is covered by a 1-year transferable
limited warranty.
To register online, visit our website:
www.Bose.com.
Failure to register will not affect your limited
warranty rights.
You may want to know more about the technology that makes your wireless communications
possible. Here are some terms and explanations
that can help.
Bluetooth® device
A device that is capable of short-range,
cable-free wireless communications, following
Bluetooth® communication standards.
Bluetooth® technology is frequently used in cell
phones, laptop computers, and PDAs.
Note: Standard Bluetooth
include A2DP capabilities for cell phone music
transmission.
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protocol does not
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Pairing
The process of identifying one Bluetooth®
device for another. This enables the two devices
to exchange a link that is activated before or at
the time of actual connection.
Paired devices
Bluetooth® devices that have exchanged a link,
which enables them to communicate wirelessly.
Passkey or PIN key
Any combination of letters or numbers that
authenticate the connection between two