NOISE CANCELLING HEADPHONES 700
IMPORTA N T SA F ET Y I N STR UCT I O N S 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. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 8. R efer all servicing to qualified personnel.
IMPORTA N T SA F ET Y I N STR UCT I O N S • Do NOT use the headphones as aviation communication headsets except in case of emergency. ––No incoming audio will be heard with a discharged or improperly installed battery. This could result in the potential of missed communications while piloting an aircraft. ––Extremely loud ambient noise levels common to many propeller-driven aircraft may impair your ability to receive incoming audio communications, particularly during takeoff and climb out.
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R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N 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.
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CON T EN TS WHAT’S IN THE BOX Contents.............................................................................................................................. 13 BOSE MUSIC APP SETUP Download the Bose Music app................................................................................... 14 Add the headphones to an existing account........................................................ 14 HOW TO WEAR Adjust the headphones........................................................................
CON T EN TS VOICE ASSISTANT Voice Assistant options................................................................................................. 24 Set up your Voice Assistant......................................................................................... 24 Access your Google Assistant.................................................................................... 25 Use the Voice Assistant button..........................................................................
CON T EN TS BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS Connect using the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device........................... 39 Disconnect a mobile device......................................................................................... 40 Reconnect a mobile device.......................................................................................... 40 Connect an additional mobile device...................................................................... 41 Switch between two connected mobile devices.
W HAT’S IN T HE BOX CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 Carry case USB-C to USB-A Audio cable NOTE: If any part of the product is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.
BOSE M USI C A P P SETUP The Bose Music app lets you set up and control the headphones from any m obile device such as a smartphone or tablet. Using the app, you can configure your Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa, choose your voice prompt language, adjust noise cancelling levels, and manage headphone settings. NOTE: If you have already created a Bose account in the app for another Bose product, see “Add the headphones to an existing account.” DOWNLOAD THE BOSE MUSIC APP 1.
HOW TO W EA R ADJUST THE HEADPHONES Before placing the headphones on your head, adjust the position of the earcups on the headband to ensure proper fit. 1. With the outer earcup facing toward you, firmly grip the side of the headband. 2. With your other hand, grip the earcup. Move the earcup up or down to adjust the position. 3. Repeat steps 1-3 for the other earcup.
How to W ear BUTTON ORIENTATION The inner scrims (cloth covers) of the headphone earcups are marked with an L (left earcup) and R (right earcup). There are two buttons on the right earcup and one on the left earcup. Match the right earcup with your right ear and the left earcup with your left ear. Place the headphones on your head with the buttons facing behind you. Once the headphones are on your head, use your thumbs to press the buttons.
P OW ER POWER ON/OFF Press and release the Power/Bluetooth button. After powering on the headphones, you hear a voice prompt, and the status lights glow (see page 37). AUTO-OFF Auto-off conserves the headphone battery by using motion-detection. The headphones power off when you have not moved the headphones for 10 minutes. To wake the headphones, press the Power/Bluetooth button. TIP: You can also set the headphones to power off when no audio is playing.
TOUCH CON T R OL Use touch control by swiping or tapping the touch surface of the headphones. With touch control, you can play or pause audio, skip forward or backwards, change the volume, and perform basic call functions. TOUCH SURFACE AREA The touch surface is located on the front of the right earcup. Touch surface MEDIA PLAYBACK AND VOLUME FUNCTIONS Play/Pause Double-tap to play or pause audio.
Touch Control Skip forward Swipe forward to skip to the next track. Skip backward Swipe backward to skip to the previous track.
Touch Control Change the volume • Swipe up to increase the volume. • Swipe down to decrease the volume.
Touch Control CALL FUNCTIONS Answer/End a call Double-tap to answer or end a call. 2x Decline an incoming call Tap and hold for 1 second to decline an incoming call.
Touch Control Mute a call While on a call, press and release the Voice Assistant button to mute the microphone. Call notifications A voice prompt announces incoming callers and call status. To disable call notifications, use the Bose Music app. You can access this option from the Settings menu. NOTE: Disabling voice prompts also disables call notifications.
Touch Control CUSTOMIZE SHORTCUT You can customize a shortcut for the tap and hold action on the headphones to perform one of two functions: • Announce the battery level (default). • Disable/Enable the wake word for Amazon Alexa (not applicable for your Google Assistant or mobile device voice control). NOTE: For more information on Voice Assistant options, see page 24. To customize touch control, use the Bose Music app. You can access this option from the Settings menu.
VOI CE ASSI STA N T VOICE ASSISTANT OPTIONS You can program the headphones to quickly and easily access your Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, or voice control capabilities on your mobile device. OPTIONS HOW TO USE Use the Voice Assistant button (see page 25). Google Assistant Amazon Alexa NOTE: A t this time, you cannot use your voice to access your Google Assistant. New features are added periodically. Use your voice and/or the Voice Assistant button (see page 27).
Voice Assistant ACCESS YOUR GOOGLE ASSISTANT Your headphones are optimized for the Google Assistant, making your headphones the perfect companion for getting stuff done on your travels or commute. Continue your conversations while on the go and easily access the best of Google, from Google Play Music to Google Maps. You can quickly enjoy entertainment, stay connected to friends, get information, and manage your day—all without glancing at your phone.
Voice Assistant Use the Voice Assistant button The Voice Assistant button is used to control your Google Assistant. It’s located on the right earcup. THINGS TO TRY WHAT TO DO Press and hold the Voice Assistant button until you hear a tone. After you hear a tone, say your request. Talk to your Google Assistant For examples of questions and things you can do, visit: https://support.google.com/headphones Get your notifications Press the Voice Assistant button.
Voice Assistant ACCESS AMAZON ALEXA The headphones are Amazon Alexa enabled. With Alexa, you can ask to play music, hear the news, check the weather, control smart home devices, and more. Using Alexa on your headphones is as simple as asking. Just ask or use the Voice Assistant button and Alexa responds instantly. For more information about what Alexa can do, visit: https://www.amazon.com/usealexa NOTE: Alexa isn’t available in certain languages and countries.
Voice Assistant Use your voice Start with “Alexa,” then say: THINGS TO TRY EXAMPLES OF WHAT TO SAY Talk to Alexa What can you do? Play Beethoven. Play audio NOTE: A mazon Music is set as the default music service. To change the default music service, use the Alexa app. Play from a specific audio service Play NPR on TuneIn. Skip to the next song Next song. Plan your day What’s the weather? Add to your shopping list Add eggs to my shopping list.
Voice Assistant Use the Voice Assistant button The Voice Assistant button is used to control Amazon Alexa. It’s located on the right earcup. Voice Assistant button THINGS TO TRY Talk to Alexa Stop Alexa WHAT TO DO Press and release the Voice Assistant button. After you hear a tone, say your request. For a list of things to try, visit: https://www.amazon.com/usealexa Press and release the Voice Assistant button.
Voice Assistant ACCESS MOBILE DEVICE VOICE CONTROL You can set the headphones to access voice control on your mobile device. Once set, the headphone microphone acts as an extension of the microphone in your mobile device. Press and hold the Voice Assistant button to access mobile device voice control. You hear a tone that indicates voice control is active.
N OI SE CA N CEL L AT ION Noise cancellation reduces unwanted noise, providing a clearer, more lifelike audio performance. Each time you power on the headphones, noise cancellation is fully enabled at the highest level (10). NOTE: To set the default noise cancelling level for power on, use the Bose Music app. ADJUST NOISE CANCELLING LEVELS Choose your noise cancelling level based on your listening preferences and environment. As you increase noise cancellation, unwanted outside noise is reduced.
N oise Cancellation Cycle through Favorites NOTE: To customize Favorite noise cancelling levels, use the Bose Music app. 1. Press and release the Noise Control button. You hear the current noise cancelling level. 2. Repeat until you hear your preferred level.
N oise Cancellation CONVERSATION MODE Conversation mode is a convenient method to simultaneously pause your audio and give you full awareness. This allows you to have a quick conversation with someone or immediately be aware of your surroundings. Turn on conversation mode Press and hold the Noise Control button for 1 second. Turn off conversation mode Press any button or tap the touch surface. The headphones return to the previous noise cancelling level and resume playing audio.
N oise Cancellation NOISE CANCELLATION WHILE ON A CALL When you receive a call, the headphones remain at the current noise cancelling level, and Self Voice is activated. Self Voice helps you hear yourself speak morenaturally. To adjust the noise cancelling level while on a call, use the Noise Control button (see page 32). NOTES: • To adjust Self Voice, use the Bose Music app. You can access this option from the Settings menu. • You can’t use Conversation mode while on a call.
BAT T ERY CHARGE THE HEADPHONES 1. Connect the small end of the USB cable into the USB-C port on the right e arcup. 2. Connect the other end into a USB-A wall charger or computer that is powered on. While charging, the battery light blinks white. When the battery is fully charged, the battery light glows solid white (see page 38). NOTE: The headphones do not play audio or cancel noise while charging.
Battery Charging time Allow up to 2.5 hours to fully charge the headphones. NOTES: • A 15-minute charge powers the headphones for up to 3.5 hours. • A full charge powers the headphones for up to 20 hours. HEAR THE BATTERY LEVEL Each time you power on the headphones, a voice prompt announces the battery level. When you’re using the headphones and the battery is low, you hear “Battery low, please charge now.
HEA D P HON E STAT U S BLUETOOTH LIGHT The Bluetooth light is located on the right earcup and shows the connection status of a mobile device.
Headphone Status BATTERY LIGHT The battery light is located on the right earcup and shows the battery level. Battery light LIGHT ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Solid white Medium to full charge Solid red Low charge Blinks red Need to charge Blinks red and white Error - contact Bose customer service Quickly blinks white Updating headphones NOTES: • While charging, the battery light blinks white. When the headphones are fully charged, the battery light glows solid white.
B LU E TO OT H CON N ECTI ONS Bluetooth wireless technology lets you stream music from mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptop computers. Before you can play audio from a device, you must connect the device with the headphones. CONNECT USING THE BLUETOOTH MENU ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE NOTE: To get the most out of the headphones, set up and connect your mobile device using the Bose Music app (see page 14). 1.
Bluetooth B LU E TO OT H CON Connections N ECTI ONS 3. Select the headphones from the device list. TIP: Look for the name you entered for the headphones in the Bose Music app. Bose NC Headphones 700 Once connected, you hear “Connected to ,” and the Bluetooth light glows solid blue. DISCONNECT A MOBILE DEVICE Use the Bose Music app to disconnect your mobile device. TIP: You can also use Bluetooth settings to disconnect your device.
Bluetooth B LU E TO OT H CON Connections N ECTI ONS CONNECT AN ADDITIONAL MOBILE DEVICE You can store up to eight devices in the headphone device list, and the headphones can be actively connected to two devices at a time. To connect an additional device, use the Bose Music app. You can access this option from the Settings menu. TIP: You can also use the B luetooth menu on your mobile device (see page 39). NOTE: You can play audio from only one device at a time.
W I R ED CON N ECTI ON S CONNECT THE AUDIO CABLE Use the audio cable to connect a non-wireless device or if the headphone b attery is depleted. 1. Insert the cable into the 2.5 mm jack on the right earcup. 2. Insert the other end of the cable into the 3.5 mm jack on your device.
CA R E A N D M A IN T EN A N CE STORE THE HEADPHONES The earcups rotate for easy, convenient storage. 1. Adjust the earcups so that the headband is at its smallest size (see page 15). 2. Rotate both earcups inward so they lay flat.
Care and M aintenance 3. Place the headphones flat into the case. NOTE: Make sure to power off the headphones when not in use.
Care and M aintenance CLEAN THE HEADPHONES The headphones may require periodic cleaning. • Wipe the outside surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. • Do NOT allow moisture to get inside the earcups or the 2.5 mm jack. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/HP700 LIMITED WARRANTY The headphones are covered by a limited warranty. Visit our website at global.Bose.
Care and M aintenance SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS The serial number is located: • On the carton outer label. • In the Bose Music app, under Technical Info. • In the right earcup, underneath the scrim (cloth insert). View the serial number on the headphones (not recommended) 1. On the right earcup, slightly pull the top of the right earcup cushion back. 2. Push down the scrim at the top-right edge to reveal the label.
T R OUBL ESHOOTI N G TRY THESE SOLUTIONS FIRST If you experience problems with the headphones, try these solutions first: • Charge the battery (see page 35). • Power on the headphones (see page 17). • Check the status lights (see page 37). • Make sure your mobile device supports Bluetooth connections (see page 39). • Download the Bose Music app and run available software updates. • Move your device closer to the headphones and away from any interference or obstructions.
T roubleshooting PROBLEM WHAT TO DO Press Play on your mobile device to make sure audio is playing. Play audio from a different application or music service. No sound Play audio from content stored directly on your device. Restart your device. If two devices are connected, pause the first device and play the other mobile device. If two devices are connected, move the devices within range of the headphones (30 ft. or 9 m). Secure both ends of the audio cable.
T roubleshooting PROBLEM WHAT TO DO Power off and on the headphones (see page 17). Can’t adjust noise cancelling If using the Noise Control button, try using the Bose Music app to adjust the noise cancelling level. Make sure the microphone openings on the front edge of the headphones are not blocked. Try another phone call. Try another compatible device. Microphone doesn’t pick up sound Make sure the microphone isn’t muted (see page 22). On your device: • Turn the Bluetooth feature off and then on.
T roubleshooting PROBLEM WHAT TO DO Voice prompt language unavailable To customize or disable voice prompts, use the Bose Music app. You can access this option from the Settings menu. Make sure your Google Assistant has been set up using the Bose Music app (see page 24). Connect your mobile device to a Wi-Fi or cellular data network. Your Google Assistant doesn’t respond Make sure you’re in a country where the Google Assistant is available.
T roubleshooting REBOOT THE HEADPHONES If the headphones are unresponsive, you can reboot them. Rebooting the headphones doesn’t clear settings or connected devices. NOTE: Do not connect the USB cable to the headphones until instructed to do so. 1. Disconnect all cables from the headphones. 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to a USB-A wall charger or computer that is powered on. 3.
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