The Bose® QuietComfort™ Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headset Owner’s Guide
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, the offerer: Bose® Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA acknowledge our sole responsibility, that the product: Kind of equipment: Headphones Type designation: QuietComfortTM Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headset In accordance with EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and Article 10(1) of the Directive, is in compliance with the following norm(s) or document(s): Technical regulations: EN50081-1, EN50082-1 Accredited by: Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9
Uses and Reminders Your QuietComfort Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headset TM Thank you for purchasing the Bose® QuietComfort Acoustic Noise Cancelling headset. Advanced design, integrated technologies, and high quality materials enable the headset to provide you with clearer, more lifelike sound reception, while reducing unwanted noise. Wearing it comfortably and effectively Notice the marking L or R on the headband just above each earcup.
Uses and Reminders Headset parts Ports Adjustable headband Replaceable earcushions L or R mark On or low battery light Plug extension Belt clip Stereo phone adapter Dual plug adapter Plug On/Off, Hi/Lo controls Battery compartment You may find various jack configurations on airplanes, as depicted below. This chart will help you determine how to connect your headset: A single, 1⁄8" jack (and most portable sources): use the single plug. No adapter needed. Two 1⁄8" jacks: use the dual plug adapter.
Uses and Reminders Replacement parts and accessories The following replacement parts and accessories can be purchased by calling Bose®. See the back cover for a list of phone numbers: • • • • Headband assembly • Drawstring carry bag Dual plug adapter • Deluxe carry bag Belt clip • Replacement earcushion kit Accessory kit (adapters, extension cord, 2 AAA batteries) Cleaning Be sure to keep the ports on the outside of each earcup free from debris. Do not blow air into or vacuum the ports or the earcups.
Uses and Reminders Earcushion reattachment If the earcushions come off, replace them as follows: 1. Fit the plastic skirting around the rim of the earcup. 2. Make sure it attaches smoothly and uniformly around the entire earcup. (Do not remove the earcup lining material). Earcushion removal Plastic skirting Earcup Earcushions may need to be replaced due to normal wear and tear. Replacement kits can be purchased by calling Bose®. See the back cover of this owner’s guide for a list of phone numbers.
Troubleshooting Problem • Noise reduction absent Possible Cause No power to headset Solution Turn it on, check battery • Low/no volume Sound source setting Turn up volume, set on Hi • Crackling noise Low batteries Replace or intermittent loss batteries of noise reduction • Low rumbling Poor earcup fit, Adjust fit, audio ports blocked clear ports For additional help, please call Bose® customer service. See back cover for phone numbers.
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