FRAMES
IMPORTA N T SA F ET Y I N STR UCT I O N S Indications for Use Sunglasses (nonprescription) are devices that consist of spectacle frames or clips with a bsorbing, reflective, tinted, polarizing, or photosensitized lenses intended to be worn by a person to protect the eyes from bright sunlight but not to provide refractive corrections. This device is available for over the counter sale. A Refer to instructions for use. Please read and keep all safety, security, and use instructions.
IMPORTA N T SA F ET Y I N STR UCT I O N S Contains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children under age 3. T his product contains magnetic material. Consult your physician on whether this might affect your implantable medical device. • To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do NOT expose this product to rain, liquids or moisture. • Do NOT expose this product to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on or near the product.
R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N 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.
R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N M L Manufactured For: Bose Corporation, 100 The Mountain Road, Framingham, MA 01701 Do not use if package is damaged. C This product does not contain natural rubber latex. d This product is provided non-sterile.
R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N This product complies with ANSI Z80.3, AS/NZS 1067.1, and EN ISO 12312-1. Tinted eyewear is not recommended to be worn for night driving. I NOT SUITABLE FOR DRIVING IN TWILIGHT OR AT NIGHT. NOT SUITABLE FOR DRIVING AT NIGHT OR UNDER CONDITIONS OF DULL LIGHT. The product is designed to block greater than 99% UVA and UVB light energy. This product is in compliance with ANSI Z80.3. Only lenses approved by Bose should be used with the Frames Soprano or Frames Tenor product.
L EG A L IN FOR M AT ION Security Information T his product is capable of receiving security updates from Bose automatically when connected to the Bose Music app. In order to receive security updates via the mobile application, you must complete the product setup process in the Bose Music app. If you do not complete the setup process, you will be responsible for installing security updates that Bose makes available via btu.bose.
L I CEN SE D ISCLOSU R ES The following license disclosures apply to certain third-party software packages used as components in the product. Package: Nanopb Copyright © 2011 Petteri Aimonen . The Nanopb package is subject to the license terms reprinted below. Zlib license © 2011 Petteri Aimonen This software is provided ‘as-is’, without any express or implied warranty.
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CON T EN TS WHAT’S IN THE CARTON Contents.............................................................................................................................. 13 BOSE MUSIC APP SETUP Download the Bose Music app................................................................................... 14 Add the Frames to an existing account.................................................................. 14 SWEAT AND WEATHER RESISTANCE...............................................................
CON T EN TS FRAMES STATUS Bluetooth® connection status...................................................................................... 23 Battery status.................................................................................................................... 24 Error status......................................................................................................................... 24 BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS Connect using the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device..................
W HAT’S IN T HE CA RTON CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: Bose Frames Carry case Charging cable Cleaning cloth NOTE: If any part of the product is damaged, don’t use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Visit: w orldwide.Bose.com/Support/Soprano worldwide.Bose.
BOSE M USI C A P P SETUP The Bose Music app lets you set up and control the frames from any mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. Using the app, you can customize power and volume settings, choose your voice prompt language, and get new features. NOTE: If you have already created a Bose account in the app for another Bose product, see “Add the frames to an existing account.” (below). DOWNLOAD THE BOSE MUSIC APP 1. On your mobile device, download the Bose Music app. BOSE MUSIC 2.
SW EAT A N D W EATHER R ESISTA N C E The frames are rated IPX2 water resistant. They are designed to be sweat and weather resistant against drops of water but aren’t meant to be submerged under water. CAUTIONS: • Do NOT swim or shower with the frames. • Do NOT submerge the frames. NOTE: IPX2 is not a permanent condition, and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear.
P OW ER POWER ON Press the button on the right temple. The status light blinks white twice then glows according to the Bluetooth connection status (see page 23). A voice prompt announces the battery level and Bluetooth connection status.
P OW ER POWER OFF Press and hold the button until you hear a tone. The status light blinks white twice then fades to black. Flip-to-Off Flip the frames upside down for 2 seconds. The status light blinks white twice then fades to black. NOTE: • After the frames power off, you can move them in any orientation. • You can disable Flip-to-Off in the Bose Music app. You can access this option from the Settings menu.
F R A M ES CON T R OL S Use the button and touch surface on the right temple to control media playback, volume, phone calls, and voice control. Touch surface Adjust volume Access voice control Microphone Button Control media playback Control phone calls MEDIA PLAYBACK CONTROL WHAT TO DO Play/Pause Press the button. Skip forward Double-press the button. Skip backward Triple-press the button.
F R A M ES CON T R OL VOLUME You can adjust the volume by swiping on the touch surface, or you can enable Press & Turn volume control in the Bose Music app (see page 20). NOTE: Enabling Press & Turn volume control disables swiping on the touch surface. Use touch control Increase volume Swipe forward on the touch surface. NOTE: You hear a tone when the volume reaches the maximum level. Decrease volume Swipe backward on the touch surface. NOTE: You hear a tone when the volume reaches the minimum level.
F rames Controls Use Press & Turn volume control You can set the frames to use Press & Turn volume control. Access this option from the Settings menu in the Bose Music app. NOTE: Enabling Press & Turn volume control disables swiping on the touch surface. Adjust volume Press and hold the touch surface while turning your head to the right (to increase) or left (to decrease). NOTES: • You hear a tone when the volume reaches the maximum or minimum level.
F rames Controls PHONE CALLS CONTROL WHAT TO DO Answer/End a call Press the button. Decline an incoming call Double-press the button. Answer a second incoming call and put the current call on hold While on a call, press the button. Decline a second incoming call and stay on current call While on a call, double-press the button. Call notifications A voice prompt announces incoming callers and call status. NOTE: To stop call notifications, disable voice prompts using the Bose Music app.
BAT T ERY CHARGE THE FRAMES 1. Align the pins on the charging cable with the charging port on the right t emple. NOTE: The pins must be correctly oriented with the charging port to successfully charge the frames. 2. Lightly press the pins against the charging port until they magnetically snap into place. 3. Connect the other end to a USB-A wall charger (not provided). CAUTION: Use this product only with an agency-approved power supply that meets local regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, CSA, VDE, CCC).
F R A M ES STATUS The frames status light is located on the inside of the right temple. Status light BLUETOOTH CONNECTION STATUS Shows the Bluetooth connection status of mobile devices.
F rames Status BATTERY STATUS Shows the frames battery charge level. LIGHT ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Blinks red (10 seconds) Need to charge Blinks white Charging Solid white Full charge ERROR STATUS Shows the error status.
B LU E TO OT H CON N ECTI ONS CONNECT USING THE BLUETOOTH MENU ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE You can store up to eight devices in the frames device list. You can connect and play audio from only one device at a time. NOTE: To get the best experience, set up and connect your mobile device using the Bose Music app (see page 14). 1. With the frames powered on, press and hold the button on the right temple until you hear “Ready to connect” or see the status light blink blue. 2.
B LU E TO OT H CON N ECTI ONS 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. Disabling the Bluetooth feature disconnects all other devices. RECONNECT A MOBILE DEVICE When powered on, the frames try to connect with the most recently-connected device. NOTE: The device must be within range (30 ft or 9 m) and powered on. CLEAR THE FRAMES DEVICE LIST 1.
CA R E A N D M A IN T EN A N CE STORE THE FRAMES The frames collapse for easy, convenient storage. 1. Fold the temples inward towards the lenses so the temples lay flat. 2. Place the frames in the case with the lenses facing towards the front of the case. NOTES: • Make sure to power off the frames when not in use. • Before storing the frames for more than a few months, make sure the battery is fully charged.
CA R E A N D M A IN T EN A N CE MAINTAIN THE FRAMES After each use, wipe both sides of the lenses and all parts of the frame with the provided cleaning cloth or a dry cloth. CAUTIONS: • Do NOT use any sprays near the frames. • Do NOT use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. • Do NOT allow liquids to spill into any openings.
CA R E A N D M A IN T EN A N CE REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer service. Visit: w orldwide.Bose.com/Support/Soprano worldwide.Bose.com/Support/Tenor NOTE: For information about how to replace lenses, refer to the instructrions provided with your lens accessories. LIMITED WARRANTY The frames are covered by a limited warranty. Visit our website at global.Bose.com/warranty for details of the limited warranty.
T R OUBL ESHOOTI N G TRY THESE SOLUTIONS FIRST If you experience problems with the frames: • Power on the frames (see page 16). • Charge the battery (see page 22). • Check the state of the status lights (see page 23). • Make sure your mobile device supports Bluetooth connections. • Download the Bose Music app and run available software updates. • Increase the volume on the frames, your mobile device, and/or your audio/streaming app. • Connect another mobile device (see page 25).
T R OUBL ESHOOTI N G PROBLEM WHAT TO DO Power on the frames (see page 16). Bose Music app can’t find frames Press and hold the button on the right temple until you hear “Ready to connect” or see the status light blink blue. In the Bose Music app, run available software updates. Intermittent Bluetooth connection Clear the frames device list (see page 26). Connect again (see page 25). Move the mobile device closer to the frames. Press play on your mobile device to make sure audio is playing.
T roubleshooting PROBLEM WHAT TO DO Make sure you are tapping the correct touch control surface (see page 18). Frames don’t respond to touch control Make sure your hands are dry. If your hair is wet, make sure it isn’t interfering with the touch surface. If wearing gloves, remove them before tapping the touch control surface. Make sure Press & Turn volume control is disabled in the Bose Music app. You can access this option from the Settings menu.
L A BEL SYM BOL S SYMBOLS AND DESCRIPTIONS SYMBOL l DESCRIPTION Bluetooth CE certification mark Choking hazard h Catalogue number China ROHS battery w N X L C s Customer support Date of manufacture Documentation Do not use if p ackage is damaged Does not contain latex Downloads Energy efficiency verification FCC certification o Forum G Good protection against sunglare Green Dot trademark symbol Japan battery recycling KCC certification p Keep dry Magnetic interference M Manufacturer 33
L abel Symbols SYMBOL DESCRIPTION NCC certification NOM NYCE certification d Non-sterile i NOT SUITABLE FOR DRIVING IN TWILIGHT OR AT NIGHT m Phone Regulatory compliance mark A Refer to instructions for use Security information f Serial number Singapore IMDA compliance Taiwan battery recyling l W Temperature limit Videos Warnings/Cautions Waste of electrical and electronic equipment directive symbol 34 | ENG
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