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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones User Manual

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones
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QUIETCOMFORT ULTRA HEADPHONES
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeOver-ear
Bluetooth Version5.3
MicrophoneYes
Water ResistanceIPX4
CodecsSBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive
FoldableYes
Spatial AudioYes
Battery Life24 hours
Quick Charge15 min for 3 hours
Weight250g
Wireless RangeUp to 9 meters (30 feet)

Summary

What's in the Box

Contents

Lists all included accessories with the headphones.

Bose Music App

Download and Account Setup

Guide to downloading and adding headphones to the Bose Music app.

Headphone Controls Overview

Button and Port Identification

Identifies physical controls like buttons, ports, and the volume strip.

Headphone Controls: Power Management

Power On

Instructions for powering on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones.

Power Off and Auto-off

Procedures for powering off and the automatic sleep function.

Headphone Controls: Media and Calls

Media Playback and Volume

How to control media playback and volume using the multi-function button and volume strip.

Phone Calls

Controls for answering, declining, and managing phone calls.

Headphone Controls: Advanced Features

Modes and Voice Control

Explanation of listening modes and mobile device voice control.

Shortcuts

Managing Shortcuts

How to enable, use, and change headphone shortcuts.

On-Head Detection

Automatic Play/Pause and Call Answering

Features for automatic audio pausing and call handling based on wearing status.

Noise Cancellation

Settings and Usage

How to adjust noise cancellation levels and use it during calls.

Using Noise Cancellation Only

Instructions for using noise cancellation independently of audio playback.

Immersive Audio

Immersive Audio Settings

Descriptions of Motion, Still, and Off immersive audio settings.

Immersive Audio: Changes and Shortcuts

Changing Immersive Audio Settings

Methods to change immersive audio settings via mode or shortcut.

Immersive Audio: Phone Call Behavior

Immersive Audio During Phone Calls

How immersive audio behaves when making or receiving a phone call.

Listening Modes

Mode Overview and ActiveSense

Overview of Quiet, Aware, Immersion, and custom modes with ActiveSense explanation.

Listening Modes: Management

Changing and Customizing Modes

How to change modes and customize favorites via the Bose Music app.

Bluetooth Connections

Connecting via Bose Music App

Guide to connecting headphones using the Bose Music application.

Connecting via Mobile Bluetooth Menu

Step-by-step instructions for connecting via the device's Bluetooth settings.

Bluetooth Connections: Device Management

Disconnecting and Reconnecting Devices

How to disconnect a mobile device and how headphones reconnect.

Bluetooth Connections: Multi-Device

Connecting Additional Devices

Steps to connect a second mobile device for multi-point connection.

Switching Between Connected Devices

How to seamlessly switch audio playback between two connected devices.

Bluetooth Connections: Device List

Reconnecting Previous Devices

Procedure to cycle through and reconnect previously paired devices.

Clearing the Device List

How to clear all paired Bluetooth devices from the headphones.

Bluetooth Connections: Advanced Features

Android Fast Pair

Instructions for quick pairing on Android devices using Fast Pair.

Bluetooth Connections: Snapdragon Sound

Snapdragon Sound Technology

Information on Snapdragon Sound and its benefits for audio quality.

Wired Connections

Connecting the Audio Cable

How to connect headphones using the 2.5mm to 3.5mm audio cable.

Wired Connections: USB Cable

Connecting the USB Cable

Instructions for connecting the USB cable for charging or continued use.

Battery

Charging the Headphones

Step-by-step guide to charge the headphones using the USB cable.

Battery: Usage and Status

Charging Time and Battery Level

Details on full charge time, quick charge, and how to check battery level.

Headphone Status

Bluetooth Status Indicators

Explains light activity for Bluetooth connection states like ready, connected, or list cleared.

Headphone Status: Light Meanings

Battery and Power Status

Interpretation of status light for battery levels and charging.

Update and Error Status

Meanings of status light patterns for software updates and errors.

Connect Bose Products

Connecting to Smart Speakers/Soundbars

How to connect headphones to Bose Smart Speakers and Soundbars via SimpleSync.

Compatible Bose Products

Lists popular Bose products compatible with the headphones.

Connect Bose Products: App Method

Connecting via Bose Music App

Using the Bose Music app to connect headphones to compatible Bose products.

Connect Bose Products: Control Method

Connecting via Product Controls

Using soundbar remote or speaker controls to connect headphones.

Reconnecting to Bose Products

How to reconnect previously paired Bose smart products.

Care and Maintenance: Storage

Storing the Headphones

Instructions on how to fold and place headphones in the case for storage.

Care and Maintenance: Updates and Cleaning

Updating and Cleaning Headphones

Procedures for updating headphone software and cleaning the exterior.

Replacement Parts and Warranty

Information on ordering replacement parts and limited warranty details.

Care and Maintenance: Serial Number

Serial Number Location

Steps to locate and view the serial number inside the left earcup.

Troubleshooting

Initial Troubleshooting Steps

Recommended first steps to resolve common headphone issues.

Troubleshooting: App and Connectivity

Power and Connectivity Issues

Solutions for headphones not powering on or connecting to mobile devices.

App and Software Issues

Troubleshooting steps for Bose Music app not responding or finding headphones.

Troubleshooting: Performance

Noise Cancellation and Sound Quality

Solutions for issues with noise cancellation, volume, and sound quality.

Headphone Detection and Audio Issues

Troubleshooting for on-head detection, no sound, and microphone problems.

Troubleshooting: Volume and Audio Quality

Volume and Sound Quality Issues

Solutions for adjusting volume and improving poor sound quality.

Troubleshooting: Cable and Microphone

Audio Cable and Microphone Issues

Troubleshooting for no sound via audio cable and microphone pick-up problems.

Troubleshooting: Call Clarity

Noise Cancellation and Call Clarity

Solutions for poor noise cancellation and difficulty hearing callers.

Troubleshooting: Bose Product Connectivity

Bose Product Connectivity Issues

Solutions for connecting to Bose speakers/soundbars and delayed audio.

Troubleshooting: Resetting

Resetting the Headphones

Instructions on how to reset the headphones to clear product controls.

Troubleshooting: Factory Reset

Restoring Factory Settings

Steps to clear all settings and return headphones to original out-of-box state.

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