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  • Page 1 V I D E O B A R V B 1...
  • 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. Important Safety Instructions For more information about your Bose Videobar VB1 (including accessories and replacement parts), visit worldwide.Bose.com/support/VB1 or contact Bose customer service. 1. Read these instructions.
  • Page 3 Do NOT use in vehicles or boats. Due to ventilation requirements, Bose does not recommend placing the product in a confined space such as in a wall cavity or in an enclosed cabinet. Do not place or install the bracket or product near any heat sources, such as fireplaces, radiators, heat registers or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • 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 China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone EU Importer: Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The Netherlands Mexico Importer: Bose de México, S. de R.L. de C.V. , Paseo de las Palmas 405-204, Lomas de Chapultepec, 11000 México, D.F. Phone Number: +5255 (5202) 3545 Taiwan Importer: Bose Taiwan Branch, 9F-A1, No.
  • Page 6 5 seconds, or press and hold the Mute and Bluetooth buttons on the side of the unit simultaneously for 5 seconds. Activate via Bose Work application. Ethernet: Deactivate by removing the Ethernet cable. Activate by inserting the Ethernet cable.
  • Page 7 To view the license disclosures that apply to the third-party software packages included as components of the Bose Videobar VB1: Bose Videobar VB1: Download and open the Bose Work mobile application, tap the Settings icon, and then tap End User License Agreement.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    WHAT’S IN THE CARTON Contents ..........................10 SETUP General Mounting Guidelines ..................12 Mounting the VB1 on a Table, Shelf, or Credenza ..........13 Wall-mounting the VB1 ....................14 Camera Privacy Cover ....................19 Cable Connections ......................20 Cable Management ......................21 SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS Bose Work Configuration App and WebUI ............
  • Page 9 Meeting Audio ......................38 Adjusting Audio Levels ..................38 Manage Bluetooth Devices ..................39 Pairing a Bluetooth Device with VB1 ............... 39 Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device from the VB1 ........39 Low-Power Modes ......................40 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Clean the VB1........................41 Replacement Parts and Accessories ...............
  • Page 10 WHAT’S I N T H E CA RTO N WHAT’S IN THE CARTON Contents Bose Videobar VB1 Power supply Power cord USB Type-C® cable HDMI cable Table stand screw (2) Table stand Large drywall anchor (4) Drywall anchor pushpin Pan-head screw (2)
  • Page 11 WHAT’S I N T H E CA RTO N Small drywall anchor (2) Small flathead screw (2) Small drywall anchor Small flathead screw Remote control Quick start guide AAA/LR03 batteries (2) Table-mount setup guide Camera privacy cover USB-C-to-A adapter Wall-mount setup guide 2-pin Euroblock connector Safety instruction guide  ...

  • Page 12: Setup

    Place the VB1 directly below (preferred) or above your TV with the grille facing into the room. For best sound quality, do NOT place the VB1 in an enclosed cabinet or diagonally in a corner. Make sure the seating area of all meeting participants fits within the camera’s field of view (FOV).

  • Page 13: Mounting The Vb1 On A Table, Shelf, Or Credenza

    SETU P Mounting the VB1 on a Table, Shelf, or Credenza For best performance, when setting up the VB1 on a table, shelf, credenza, etc., follow these recommendations: Place the VB1 in its table stand on a stable and level surface.

  • Page 14: Wall-Mounting The Vb1

    There must be at least 3.8 cm (1.5 in) above the wall-mount bracket. This will allow you to “hang” the VB1 on it (Step 7) and to adjust the angle of the VB1. It will also provide enough space to access the rear-panel connections on the VB1.
  • Page 15 SETU P > 38 mm (1.5 in) ×2 ×2   |  ...
  • Page 16 SETU P WARNINGS: Do not mount on surfaces that are not sturdy, or that have hazards concealed behind them, such as electrical wiring or plumbing. If unsure, please contact a professional installer. The included hardware is not suitable for masonry surfaces. Wallboard 7.9 mm (5/ 1 6 in) Wood stud/metal stud...
  • Page 17 SETU P   |  ...
  • Page 18 SETU P 64 mm (2.5 in)   |  ...

  • Page 19: Camera Privacy Cover

    The cover is magnetic and will stay in place when mounted on the VB1 lens as shown. For storage when not in use, secure the cover to the bottom surface below the lens.

  • Page 20: Cable Connections

    WebUI or Bose Work Management app (see Software Applications (Page 23)). 3. Optional: If you will use the VB1 in a network, use a Cat 5 cable (not included) to connect the Network port to a port on a LAN port, a network switch, etc.

  • Page 21: Cable Management

    SETU P Cable Management The included cable management cover can hold all permanent cabling in place against a wall. Small drywall anchor (2) Small flathead screw (2) To install the cable management cover: 1. Place and hold the back of the cable cover (F) (the piece with the screw holes) against desired location on wall.
  • Page 22 SETU P Small drywall anchor Small flathead screw To fasten the power supply cord to the wall: 1. Determine where on the wall you want to fasten the power supply cord. 2. Mark a screw hole on wall. 3. If that part of the wall has a stud behind it, drill a 2.4 mm (3/ 3 2 in) hole into the wall. If that part of the wall has no stud behind it, drill a 5 mm (3/ 1 6 in) hole into the wall.

  • Page 23: Software Applications

    Discover all devices on the network; create, save, and apply device profiles Available for Windows The Bose Work mobile app allows anyone in the room to control the Bose Videobar VB1 with their smartphone — adjust volume, mute, pan, tilt, zoom, zoom presets, and Bluetooth pairing.

  • Page 24: Bose Work Configuration App And Webui

    1. Connect your computer and the VB1 to the same network. 2. Enter the IP address of the VB1 into the address bar of a web browser on your computer, and press Enter. (You can determine the IP address of the VB1 using the Bose Work Configuration app over USB or using the Bose Work Management app which automatically discovers VB1s on the network.) The Bose Work Configuration...
  • Page 25 SOF T WA R E A P P L I CAT I O NS You may then receive a follow-up message: This is also normal. Click the Proceed to… link to proceed to the Bose Work Configuration WebUI login page.

  • Page 26: Bose Work Management App

    1. Connect your computer and each VB1 to the same network. 2. Open the Bose Work Management app. To access the help file for the Bose Work Management app, see the About Bose Work Management page in the app. Bose Work App The Bose Work App provides the functions of the infrared remote control conveniently on your mobile device.

  • Page 27: Product Details

    3. Bluetooth indicator: This light indicates the current status of VB1 Bluetooth connectivity: Slowly pulses blue: The VB1 is available to pair to a Bluetooth mobile device. Solid white: The VB1 is connected to the Bose Work app or to a mobile device for calls and media. Off: No Bluetooth connectivity.

  • Page 28: Side Panel

    P R OD UC T D ETA I L S Side Panel Mute button: Press this button to mute or unmute the VB1 microphones. 2. Bluetooth button: Press and hold this button to enter pairing mode.   |  ...

  • Page 29: Rear Panel

    Note: The host computer must have the latest DisplayLink® driver installed, and the VB1 must have its DisplayLink setting enabled (disabled by default) for the HDMI output to function. Visit displaylink.com/downloads to download the latest driver.

  • Page 30: Remote Control

    P R OD UC T D ETA I L S Remote Control The Bose Videobar VB1 includes an infrared remote control that enables you to adjust camera and volume settings, mute the microphones, and put the VB1 in Bluetooth pairing mode.

  • Page 31: Light Bar

    P R OD UC T D ETA I L S Light Bar The light bar is located under the camera of the VB1. Appearance Activity System State A small section of lights in Powered on and “awake.” the center of the light bar is lit solid white.
  • Page 32 (white/on if there is no active call; off if there is an active call). A small section of lights in The VB1 is searching for a the center of the light bar Wi-Fi network. is blinking white rapidly.
  • Page 33 The lights turn off in the same pattern. A small section of lights in The VB1 is restarting after the center of the light bar a power outage. pulses white repeatedly. A small section of lights in...

  • Page 34: Starting A Meeting

    To make a call using the VB1 as a speakerphone: 1. Press the Bluetooth button on the side of the VB1 (or press and hold the Bluetooth button on the remote control for 3 seconds) to put the VB1 into pairing mode.

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Camera

    Adjusting the Camera Note: All remote-control functions are also available in the software apps that enable you to configure the Bose Videobar VB1. See Software Applications (Page 23) for more information. Tip: For quick and simple adjustments to the camera settings, we recommend using the Bose Work app on your mobile device.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Zoom Ratio

    OP ER ATI O N Adjusting the Zoom Ratio To adjust the zoom ratio of the camera, press one of the Zoom buttons (+ or −) on the remote control. Press a button once to adjust the camera in increments, or press and hold it for continuous adjustment.

  • Page 37: Enabling/Disabling Autoframing

    OP ER ATI O N Enabling/Disabling Autoframing To enable or disable the camera’s autoframing feature, press the Autoframe button on the remote control. When enabled, the camera will automatically and continuously adjust the pan, tilt, and zoom settings to include all participants in the room in the field of view. Note: Adjusting the pan, tilt, or zoom settings or selecting Home, Preset 1, or Preset 2 will automatically disable autoframing.

  • Page 38: Managing Audio Levels

    The VB1 microphone audio is sent to the far end (via the USB output) after the Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) feature. If local audio playback is sent over the USB input, it will play over the VB1 speakers, but the AEC feature will remove the music from the VB1 microphone audio pick-up before sending it to the far end.

  • Page 39: Manage Bluetooth Devices

    OP ER ATI O N Manage Bluetooth Devices The VB1 can be paired with one Bluetooth device at a time. For instance, it cannot be paired with one device using the Bose Work app and another device for calls or audio playback.

  • Page 40: Low-Power Modes

    After 2 more hours of inactivity, it will enter the low-power standby mode. In both modes, the light bar on the front of the VB1 will be off. If the low-power mode is disabled, both of these modes are also disabled.

  • Page 41: Care And Maintenance

    The serial and model numbers are located on the rear panel of the product. You can also view the serial number in the Bose Work configuration app or WebUI or in the Bose Work management app (see Software Applications (Page 23)).

  • Page 42: Restore The Factory Default Settings

    Bose123! Note: We recommend changing the password after resetting it. To restore all settings of the VB1 to their factory defaults, do one of the following: On the remote control, press and hold the Home button and Autoframe button simultaneously for 5 seconds.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Make sure your mobile device supports Bluetooth connections. Check for available VB1 software updates. See Update the Software (Page 42). Move your Bluetooth device closer to the VB1 and away from any interference or obstructions. Adjust the volume on the VB1, computer, Bluetooth device, or any other audio sources.
  • Page 44 When I try to connect to This is normal as the VB1 does not provide a security the VB1 using the Bose certificate based on a dynamically allocated IP address.
  • Page 45 If possible, disable this feature in your meeting software. The Bluetooth indicator is This is normal. This indicates the VB1 is in Bluetooth blinking blue. pairing mode (The Bluetooth button on the side of the VB1 or on the remote control may have been accidentally pressed.)
  • Page 46 Light Bar (Page 31) for more information. A small section of lights in This is normal. This indicates the VB1 camera is on. (If the center of the light bar the other lights in the light bar are solid white, then is lit solid green.
  • Page 47 ©2021 Bose Corporation, 100 The Mountain Road, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM868554 Rev. 00...

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