Contents Introduction About your SoundLink Mini Bluetooth speaker II ............7 ® ® System Features ......................7 Unpacking the system ......................8 Placement guidelines ......................9 Setting up the System Placing the speaker on the charging cradle ..............10 Connecting to power ......................11 Powering on the speaker .....................
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Contents Operating on Battery Power Checking the battery ......................18 Battery protection mode ..................... 18 Replacing the battery ......................19 Auto off setting ........................19 Disabling auto off ......................19 Getting System Information System status indicators ....................20 Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting ........................
Introduction About your SoundLink Mini Bluetooth ® ® speaker II The SoundLink Mini Bluetooth speaker II delivers full, natural sound from an ® ® ultra-compact speaker that fits in the palm of your hand. It connects to your smartphone, tablet or other Bluetooth enabled device, so you can listen to your music, videos or games anytime, anywhere.
May ship with multiple AC power adapters. Use the AC power adapter for your region. Note: If part of the system is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Refer to the quick start guide in ® the carton. 8 - English...
Introduction Placement guidelines • Place your mobile device within range of the speaker (33 feet (10 m)). Moving your mobile device farther away affects sound quality, and it may disconnect from the speaker. • Place the speaker’s back near but not directly against a wall. Bass response decreases as the speaker is moved away from a wall.
Setting up the System Placing the speaker on the charging cradle Place the speaker on top of the cradle. Align the pin connectors. Note: Use the charging cradle that shipped with your speaker. This speaker is not compatible with the SoundLink Mini Bluetooth speaker’s charging cradle.
Setting up the System Connecting to power Before using the speaker, connect it to AC (mains) power and charge the battery. Plug the power cord into the USB connector on the charging cradle or speaker. Plug the other end of the power cord into the power supply. Plug the power supply into a live AC (mains) outlet.
• French • Italian • Polish • German • Portuguese Note: To download another language, go to: updates.Bose.com/SoundLinkMiniII If your language is not available, see “Disabling voice prompts”. Selecting a language Press to scroll through the languages. When you hear your language, press and hold the Multifunction button ( You hear, “Ready to pair”.
Tip: The Bluetooth feature is usually found in Settings. A gear icon ( ) often represents Settings on the Home screen. Select Bose Mini II SoundLink from your device list. The Bluetooth indicator glows solid white, and you hear “Connected to <device name>”.
Bluetooth ® Managing multiple connections When powered on, the speaker connects to the two most recently used mobile devices in its pairing list. This allows you to easily switch between mobile devices. You can only play music from one mobile device at a time. Switching between two connected mobile devices Pause music from your first mobile device.
Using the System System control buttons for speakerphone and playback The button pad controls the speaker’s playback, volume and speakerphone controls. To use the button pad, pair your mobile device to the speaker (see page 13). Note: Certain mobile devices may not support these functions. Decreases Increases volume...
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Using the System Speakerphone controls Make a call Press and hold to activate voice dial (Siri). Turn off speakerphone and switch to a Press and hold mobile device (in-call) Receive a call Press Reject a call Press and hold End a call Press Press and hold simultaneously.
Connecting a Device to the AUX Connector Using a cable to connect an audio device You can connect the audio output of a smartphone, tablet, computer or other type of audio device to the AUX connector. The AUX connector accepts a 3.5 mm stereo cable plug (not provided).
Operating on Battery Power Checking the battery A fully charged battery provides approximately seven hours of use at maximum volume. The rate of battery discharge varies with the volume setting. To check the battery charge level, press and hold while observing the battery indicator .
You may need to replace the battery if you must recharge the battery more often. Note: The battery provided with your system is not user serviceable. Contact Bose Customer Service for all battery related issues. Refer to the contact sheet in the carton.
Getting System Information System status indicators The system status indicators are above the corresponding buttons and show system information. Battery indicator Indicates the battery power level (see page 18). Bluetooth indicator ® • Blinking blue: Ready to pair. • Blinking white: Connecting. •...
Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Problem What to do No power • Secure the power cord at both ends. (AC (mains)) • Plug the power supply into a live AC (mains) outlet. • Connect the power cord to a different USB port. •...
Care and Maintenance Problem What to do • Press to hear the connected mobile device(s) and ensure you are Audio plays from the wrong mobile using the correct device. device (when two • Pause or quit the music source on your mobile device playing devices are music.
• Do not allow liquids to spill into any openings. Customer service For additional help, contact Bose Customer Service. Refer to the quick start guide in the carton. Limited warranty Your system is covered by a limited warranty. Details of the limited warranty are provided on the product registration card in the carton.