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  • Page 1 Q U I E T C O M F O R T 4 5...
  • Page 2 I M P ORTA N T SA F ET Y I N STR UCT IO NS Please read and keep all safety, security, and use instructions. Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and all other applicable EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance...
  • Page 3 I M P ORTA N T SA F ET Y I N STR UCT IO NS • Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do NOT place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near the product. •...
  • Page 4 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 5 The serial and model numbers are located inside the earcup under the scrim. Serial number: __________________________________ Model number: __________________________________ Please keep your receipt with your owner’s guide. Now is a good time to register your Bose product. You can easily do this by going to global.Bose.com/register global.Bose.com/register...
  • Page 6 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.com btu.Bose.com...
  • Page 7 LI CEN SE D I S CLOS UR E S The following license disclosures apply to certain third-party software packages used as components in the product. Package: FreeRTOS Copyright © Amazon Web Services, Inc. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. The FreeRTOS package is subject to the license terms reprinted below: MIT License Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated...
  • Page 8 LI CEN SE D I S CLOS UR E S “Licensor” shall mean the copyright owner or entity authorized by the copyright owner that is granting the License. “Legal Entity” shall mean the union of the acting entity and all other entities that control, are controlled by, or are under common control with that entity.
  • Page 9 Contributor by reason of your accepting any such warranty or additional liability. END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS ©2021 Bose Corporation Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”); you may not use this file except in compliance with the License.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    CON TE NTS WHAT’S IN THE BOX Contents ..........................13 BOSE MUSIC APP Download the Bose Music app .................. 14 Add the headphones to an existing account ............14 HEADPHONE CONTROLS Power on ..........................16 Standby timer ......................16 Power off ..........................17 Headphone functions ....................
  • Page 11 Connect a Bose Smart Speaker or Soundbar ............31 Benefits ........................31 Compatible products .................... 31 Connect using the Bose Music app ..............31 Reconnect to a Bose Smart Speaker or Soundbar ..........32 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Store the headphones ....................33 Clean the headphones ....................34 Replacement parts and accessories ................
  • Page 12 CON TE NTS TROUBLESHOOTING Try these solutions first ....................36 Other solutions ........................ 36 Restore the headphones to factory settings ............39 E N G...

  • Page 13: Contents

    Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones Carry case USB Type-C® cable 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm audio cable NOTE: If any part of your product is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/QC45 worldwide.Bose.com/Support/QC45 E N G...

  • Page 14: Bose Music App

    BOSE M US I C A P P The Bose Music app lets you set up and control the headphones from any mobile device, such as a smartphone or tablet. Using the app, you can manage Bluetooth connections, manage headphone settings, choose your voice prompt language, and access new features through updates.

  • Page 15: Headphone Controls

    HEA D P HON E CO N TR O L S Action button Multi-function button Power/Bluetooth switch Volume up Volume down 2.5 mm audio cable port USB-C® port E N G...

  • Page 16: Power On

    A voice prompt announces the battery level, and the status light glows according to the current charge level (see page 29). Standby timer The standby timer conserves the battery when the headphones are not being used. To set up and customize the standby timer, use the Bose Music app. E N G...

  • Page 17: Power Off

    HEA D P HON E CO N TR O L S POWER OFF Slide the Power/Bluetooth switch to the left. NOTE: When the headphones are powered off, noise cancellation is disabled. E N G...

  • Page 18: Headphone Functions

    HEA D P HON E CO N TR O L S HEADPHONE FUNCTIONS The headphone controls are located on the back of the right earcup. Media playback and volume Volume up Multi-function button Volume down FUNCTION WHAT TO DO Play/Pause Press the Multi-function button.

  • Page 19: Phone Calls

    HEA D P HON E CO N TR O L S Phone calls The Multi-function button is located on the back of the right earcup. The microphone is located near the front of the right earcup. The Action button is located on the back of the left earcup. Action button Multi-function button Microphone...

  • Page 20: Action Button

    HEA D P HON E CO N TR O L S Action button The Action button allows you to quickly and easily switch between noise cancelling modes. The Action button is located on the back of the left earcup. Action button To switch between Quiet Mode and Aware Mode, press the Action button.

  • Page 21: Noise Cancellation

    CHANGE THE NOISE CANCELLING MODE To change the noise cancelling mode, press the Action button. A voice prompt announces the selected noise cancelling mode. TIP: You can also change the noise cancelling mode using the Bose Music app. E N G...

  • Page 22: Voice Control

    VOICE CO N TR O L ACCESS VOICE CONTROL You can use the headphones to access voice control on your mobile device. To access voice control, press and hold the Multi-function button for 1 second. The Multi-function button is located on the back of the right earcup. NOTE: You can’t access voice control while on a call.

  • Page 23: Bluetooth® Connections

    You can play audio from only one device at a time. NOTE: For the best experience, use the Bose Music app to set up and connect your mobile device (see page 14).
  • Page 24 NOTE: The Bluetooth feature is usually found in the Settings menu. 3. Select your headphones from the device list. TIP: Look for the name you entered for your headphones in the Bose Music app. If you didn’t name your headphones, the default name appears.

  • Page 25: Disconnect A Mobile Device

    • Make sure the Bluetooth feature is enabled on your mobile device. CONNECT ANOTHER MOBILE DEVICE To connect another device, download the Bose Music app (see page 14) or use the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device (see page 23).

  • Page 26: Reconnect A Previously Connected Device

    B LU E TO OT H CO NN E CT I O NS WHAT ’S I N T H E BOX RECONNECT A PREVIOUSLY CONNECTED DEVICE 1. Slide the Power/Bluetooth switch to the right l and release to hear which device is connected.

  • Page 27: Wired Connections

    W I R ED CO NN E CT I O NS CONNECT THE AUDIO CABLE Use the 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm cable to connect a non-wireless device or to continue using the headphones if the battery is depleted. 1. Connect the cable into the 2.5 mm port on the left earcup. 2.

  • Page 28: Battery

    BATT E RY CHARGE THE HEADPHONES 1. Connect the small end of the USB cable into the USB-C port on the right earcup. 2. Connect the other end into a USB wall charger. NOTES:  • When the headphones begin charging, the status light blinks white for 10 seconds. When fully charged, the status light glows solid white.

  • Page 29: Headphone Status

    Solid blue (10 seconds) Connected BATTERY STATUS Shows the battery level. LIGHT ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Solid white Medium to full charge Solid amber Low charge TIP: You can also check the battery level using the Bose Music app. E N G...

  • Page 30: Charging Status

    Shows the update or error status. LIGHT ACTIVITY SYSTEM STATE Fast blinking white (10 seconds) Updating software (via USB) Slow blinking white (30 to 60 seconds) Updating software (wirelessly) Blinking amber and white Error - contact Bose customer service E N G...

  • Page 31: Connect Bose Products

    1. On the headphones, slide the Power/Bluetooth switch to the right l and hold for 3 seconds. You hear “Ready to connect another device,” and the status light blinks blue. 2. Use the Bose Music app to connect the headphones to a compatible Bose product. For more information, visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/Groups worldwide.Bose.com/Support/Groups NOTES: ...

  • Page 32: Reconnect To A Bose Smart Speaker Or Soundbar

    • Your soundbar or speaker must be within range (30 ft or 9 m) and powered on. • If the headphones don’t reconnect, see “Headphones don’t reconnect to a previously-connected Bose Smart Soundbar or Speaker” on page 38. E N G...

  • Page 33: Care And Maintenance

    CA RE A N D M A IN T E N AN CE STORE THE HEADPHONES The earcups rotate for easy, convenient storage. Place the headphones flat into the case. 1. Rotate both earcups inward so they lay flat. Left earcup Right earcup 2.

  • Page 34: Clean The Headphones

    CLEAN THE HEADPHONES Wipe the outside surfaces with a soft, dry cloth. Don’t allow moisture to get inside the earcups. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer service. Visit: worldwide.Bose.com/Support/QC45 worldwide.Bose.com/Support/QC45 LIMITED WARRANTY Your headphones are covered by a limited warranty.

  • Page 35: Serial Number Location

    CA RE A N D M A IN T E N AN CE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION The serial number is located inside the right earcup under the scrim. The scrim is the inner screen that covers and protects the components inside the earcup. To view the serial number, grab the scrim at the top edge and gently peel it away.
  • Page 36 Disconnect the USB charging cable. On your mobile device: Disable the Bluetooth feature and then re-enable. Headphones don’t Delete your Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones from the connect with your Bluetooth list on your device. Connect again. mobile device Move your mobile device closer to the headphones and away from any interference or obstructions.
  • Page 37 Connect another device (see page 25). audio cable Action button doesn’t Make sure your headphones are powered on. change the noise Use the Bose Music app to change the noise cancelling mode. cancelling mode E N G...
  • Page 38 Reconnect a previously-connected device previously-connected (see page 26). Bose Smart Soundbar or Speaker Delayed audio when connected to a Bose Download the Bose Music app and run available Smart Soundbar or software updates. Speaker E N G...
  • Page 39 Restoring to factory settings is only recommended if you are having issues with the headphones, or you have been instructed to do so by Bose customer service. RESTORE THE HEADPHONES TO FACTORY SETTINGS 1.
  • Page 40 ©2021 Bose Corporation, 100 The Mountain Road, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM869288-0010 Rev. 01...

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