Page 2 - Safety; Please read this guide
2 - English Safety Please read this guide Please take the time to follow the instructions in this owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy its advanced features. Please save this guide for future reference. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol ...
Page 3 - Important Safety Instructions
English - 3 Safety WARNING : This product contains magnetic material. Please contact your physician if you have any questions on whether this might affect the operation of your implantable medical device. CAUTION : Make no modifications to the system or accessories. Unauthorized alterations may comp...
Page 4 - Canada
4 - English Safety U.S.A. only 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 equi...
Page 5 - Contents; Introduction
English - 5 Contents Introduction Overview .............................................................................................................. 6Unpacking ........................................................................................................... 6 Operation Connecting to A...
Page 6 - Overview; Features; Unpacking
6 - English Introduction Overview Thank you for purchasing the Bose ® SoundLink ® Bluetooth ® speaker III. Enjoy music wirelessly from your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or other Bluetooth device anywhere you choose. Features • Wireless Bluetooth link eliminates the need to physically connect your Blu...
Page 7 - Operation; Connecting to AC power
English - 7 Operation Connecting to AC power The first time using your SoundLink ® Bluetooth ® speaker III, connect it to AC (mains) power and charge the battery for three hours. While the battery is charging, you can begin using the speaker. 1. Depending on your AC power supply type: a. Extend the ...
Page 9 - Pairing and connecting a device to the speaker
English - 9 Pairing and connecting a device to the speaker Before listening to music from your Bose ® Soundlink ® Bluetooth ® speaker III, you must pair and connect your Bluetooth device to the speaker. First-time setup The first time you turn on your speaker, it is ready to pair and connect your fi...
Page 11 - Control buttons; Control
English - 11 Operation Control buttons Control buttons are located on the top of the speaker. Control button Description Press to turn the speaker on or off. • When Bluetooth ® is the selected source, the speaker attempts to reconnect to the last connected device. If there are no paired devices, the...
Page 12 - System status indicators; Status
12 - English Operation System status indicators Status indicators illuminate to show when an audio source or speaker state is activated. Status indicators are located on the front of the speaker. Status indicator System status Indicates the Bluetooth ® state of the speaker when the Bluetooth source ...
Page 13 - Connecting a device using the AUX connector; AUX
English - 13 Operation Connecting a device using the AUX connector You can use your speaker with any device that features a headphone or audio output. This feature requires using a stereo audio cable with a 3.5 mm plug on one end to connect to the AUX IN input on the speaker. This type of cable is a...
Page 14 - Operating on battery power; Checking the battery; Charging the battery; Battery protection mode
14 - English Operation Operating on battery power Battery performance varies with the content played and the loudness at which it is played. In typical usage, the speaker battery lasts up to 14 hours. Checking the battery When the speaker is turned on, the battery status indicator briefly illuminate...
Page 15 - Tips on placing the speaker
English - 15 Tips on placing the speaker When using your speaker indoors, the tonal quality can vary depending on where the speaker is placed in a room. When using your speaker outdoors, you should expect the tonal quality to change as you move farther away from the speaker. Follow these guidelines ...
Page 16 - Maintenance and Care; Troubleshooting; Problem
16 - English Maintenance and Care Troubleshooting Problem What to do Speaker will not turn on If using AC power, ensure: • Your system is connected to a working AC (mains) outlet. • You are using the Bose ® AC power supply shipped with your speaker or a Bose accessory charger designed for the speake...
Page 18 - Replacing the battery; Limited warranty; Technical information; AC power supply rating
Maintenance and Care 18 - English Replacing the battery The battery should be replaced when:• The battery status indicator continues blinking yellow after ten hours of charging.• The period of battery operation noticeably decreases.Only Bose can replace the battery in your speaker. If you need a new...
Page 19 - Bose Corporation
English - 19 USA Bose Corporation, The Mountain Framingham, MA 01701-9168 1-800-901-0472 Phone hours - ET (Eastern Time): Weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. owners.Bose.com Canada Bose Limited 280 Hillmount Road, Unit 5 Markham, Ontario Canada L6C 3A1 1-800-465-2673 Phone hours ...