bose soundlink mini 2 manual buttons pdf

The Bose SoundLink Mini 2 is a compact, high-performance Bluetooth speaker featuring a sleek aluminum housing, up to 10 hours of battery life, voice prompts for easy pairing, and a built-in speakerphone. It connects wirelessly to Bluetooth-enabled devices and includes a 3.5mm auxiliary input. Below are key sections covering its features, controls, setup, operation, charging, troubleshooting, and specifications.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Package Contents 3. Speaker Overview & Buttons 4. First-Time Setup & Bluetooth Pairing 5. Operating Instructions 6. Charging the Speaker 7. Using the Auxiliary Input 8. Voice Prompts & Indicators 9. Care & Maintenance 10. Specifications 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Aluminum housing, Control buttons, Status light, USB charging port, Auxiliary input, Built-in microphone.

FeatureDescription
Bluetooth ConnectivityWirelessly pairs with smartphones, tablets, and computers
Battery LifeUp to 10 hours of playtime on a full charge
Voice PromptsAudible guidance for power, pairing, and battery status
Built-in SpeakerphoneMake and receive calls hands-free
Auxiliary Input3.5mm jack for connecting non-Bluetooth devices
USB Charging PortMicro-USB port for charging via included cable
Multi-function ButtonControls power, Bluetooth pairing, and call management
Volume ButtonsAdjust speaker volume and track navigation (press and hold)
Status LightIndicates power, Bluetooth connection, and battery level

Package Contents

  1. Bose SoundLink Mini 2 speaker
  2. USB charging cable
  3. Wall charger
  4. Protective carrying case (may vary by region)
  5. Quick Start Guide

NOTE: Ensure all items are present before proceeding. Contact Bose support if anything is missing.

Speaker Overview & Buttons

Top Panel Controls:

Button/PortFunction
Multi-function (Power)Press to turn on/off. Press and hold to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
Volume Up (+)Press to increase volume. Press and hold to skip to next track.
Volume Down (-)Press to decrease volume. Press and hold to go to previous track.
Auxiliary Input3.5mm jack for wired audio connection.
Micro-USB PortFor charging the speaker.
Status LightSolid white: On. Blinking blue: Pairing mode. Solid blue: Connected. Amber: Battery low.

Tip: The Multi-function button also answers/ends calls and rejects incoming calls when pressed twice quickly.

First-Time Setup & Bluetooth Pairing

  1. Charge the Speaker: Connect the USB cable to the speaker and wall charger. Plug into outlet. The status light pulses amber while charging and turns off when fully charged.
  2. Power On: Press and hold the Multi-function button until you hear the power-on tone and the status light glows solid white.
  3. Enable Pairing Mode: Press and hold the Multi-function button again until you hear "Ready to pair" and the status light blinks blue.
  4. Pair from Your Device: On your Bluetooth device (phone/tablet/computer), go to Bluetooth settings, select "Bose SoundLink Mini 2" from the list.
  5. Connection Confirmation: You will hear "Connected to [device name]" and the status light will glow solid blue.

NOTE: The speaker can remember up to 8 devices. The last connected device will reconnect automatically when powered on.

Operating Instructions

Basic Playback: Use your source device (phone, tablet) to play, pause, or select music. The speaker's buttons control volume and track navigation.

Managing Calls: - Incoming Call: Press the Multi-function button once to answer. Press twice quickly to reject. - During a Call: Press the Multi-function button once to end the call. - Voice Dialing: If supported by your phone, press the Multi-function button twice quickly to activate your phone's voice assistant (e.g., Siri, Google Assistant).

Switching Between Devices: Disconnect the current device from its Bluetooth menu, then pair the new device as described in Section 5.

Charging the Speaker

  1. Use the included USB cable and wall charger.
  2. Connect the cable to the Micro-USB port on the back of the speaker.
  3. Plug the charger into a wall outlet. The status light will pulse amber.
  4. Charging time is approximately 3 hours for a full charge. The light turns off when charging is complete.
  5. A full charge provides up to 10 hours of playtime at moderate volume.

WARNING! Use only the provided Bose charger or a certified USB power source. Using an incorrect charger may damage the battery.

Using the Auxiliary Input

For devices without Bluetooth:

  1. Ensure the speaker is powered on.
  2. Connect a 3.5mm audio cable (not included) from your device's headphone jack to the Auxiliary input on the speaker.
  3. The speaker will automatically switch to the auxiliary input. You will hear a tone.
  4. Play audio from your connected device.
  5. To switch back to Bluetooth, disconnect the audio cable or press the Multi-function button to reconnect to a paired Bluetooth device.

Voice Prompts & Indicators

Prompt / LightMeaning
"Ready to pair"Speaker is in Bluetooth pairing mode.
"Connected to [device]"Bluetooth connection successful.
"Battery low"Approximately 30 minutes of playtime remaining.
"Power on" / "Power off"Speaker turning on or off.
Status Light Solid WhiteSpeaker is on but not connected.
Status Light Blinking BluePairing mode active.
Status Light Solid BlueConnected to a Bluetooth device.
Status Light Pulsing AmberSpeaker is charging.
Status Light Solid AmberBattery is low.

Care & Maintenance

Unplug the charging cable before cleaning.

CAUTION! Do not submerge the speaker or allow liquids to enter any openings.

Specifications

Troubleshooting

SymptomPossible CauseCorrective Action
Speaker won't turn onBattery depletedConnect to charger for at least 15 minutes, then try again.
Cannot pair with deviceNot in pairing mode / Device Bluetooth offPress & hold Multi-function button until light blinks blue. Ensure device Bluetooth is on and in range.
Audio cuts out or is choppyBluetooth interference / Low batteryMove speaker and device closer together. Charge the speaker. Avoid Wi-Fi routers and microwaves.
No sound from auxiliary inputLoose cable / Wrong inputEnsure cable is fully inserted at both ends. The speaker should auto-switch; if not, power cycle the speaker.
Poor call qualityMicrophone blocked / DistanceEnsure nothing is covering the speaker grille. Stay within 5 feet of the speaker during calls.
Battery doesn't hold chargeOld battery / Faulty chargerTry a different USB charger and cable. If problem persists, battery may need service.

Reset: To clear all paired devices, turn the speaker off. Then press and hold the Volume Up (+) and Multi-function buttons together for 10 seconds until you hear "Bluetooth device list cleared".

Support: For further assistance, visit www.bose.com/support or contact Bose Customer Service.

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