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  • Page 1 ® The Bose Aviation Headset Owner’s Guide AM270261_00 V.pdf May 16 2003...

  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    In accordance with EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and Article 10(1) of the Directive, is in compliance with the following Technical regulations:EN55013, EN55020 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 15 June 2003 Bose Products B.V. Nijverheidstraat 8, 1135 GE Edam The Netherlands...

  • Page 3: Cautions And Advisories

    An aircraft powered headset will not operate properly if used with a Bose Series II Aviation Headset battery pack or with any commercial battery pack. Cautions and Advisories ®...

  • Page 4: How Use Of The Headset Affects Hearing Safety

    With the headset’s active and passive noise reduction, typical aircraft sounds (from engines, propellers, warning alarms, and other sound sources) may not sound familiar. We strongly advise you to make sure you can hear and recognize these sounds when using the Bose Aviation Headset Using entertainment audio sources When listening to in-flight entertainment through a Bose Aviation...

  • Page 5: Earcup Inner Screen

    Do not attempt to remove, replace, or repair this screen. If operating problems indicate the need for screen replacement, contact the Bose ® on page 34. If the screen gets wet or any foreign objects become lodged on or adjacent to it, follow the instructions in “Headset Care and Mainte-...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Cautions and Advisories ........2 Operational advisory .
  • Page 7 Service ..........34 To return your headset to Bose for repair ....34 Contact information .

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction We appreciate your choice ® Congratulations on your purchase of a Bose Aviation Headset . ® This headset combines Bose Acoustic Noise Cancelling headset technology to electronically reduce unwanted aircraft noise, and Bose TriPort ® headset technology for a smaller, lighter, more comfort- able headset that delivers full-spectrum noise reduction.
  • Page 9 Introduction Figure 4 The (a) battery powered and (b) aircraft powered versions of the headset AM270261_00 V.pdf May 16 2003...

  • Page 10: Getting Your Headset Ready For Use

    Locate the serial number for your product registration card The Bose the carton. Please fill in the requested information and mail it to Bose. We will use this information to provide you with appropriate advisories and updates. Be sure to include your headset serial number, which is located on the underside of the magnesium headband, underneath the headband cushion.

  • Page 11: Removing An Attached Boom Microphone Cable

    note the important markings for left (L) and right (R) above each ear- cup. These markings indicate which ear each earcup is intended to fit over. Removing an attached boom microphone cable 1. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to loosen the two screws at the base of the boom microphone cable assembly.

  • Page 12: Clothing Clip

    Getting Your Headset Ready for Use Figure 7 Positioning the mic cable assembly on the preferred earcup Access cover 4. Press the assembly onto the connector pins until it is fully engaged and the cable assembly is flush with the earcup. CAUTION: Do not apply excessive force, which may result in earcup damage.

  • Page 13: Preparing To Use Battery Power

    Preparing to use battery power The battery compartment on your headset control model serves two purposes. In addition to holding the batteries, it contains small switches (Figure 9) that give you the option to change some of the factory-set operation defaults for your headset. Figure 9 Optional operation switches inside the battery compart-...

  • Page 14: Inserting Batteries

    Getting Your Headset Ready for Use Inserting batteries Insert the two supplied alkaline AA batteries (IEC LR6) into the control module (Figure 10). Figure 10 Installing the two batteries CAUTION: The battery compartment is designed to prevent inad- vertent reverse polarity from installing the batteries incorrectly. If the batteries do not seem to fit correctly, do not force them in.

  • Page 15: Mounting The Connector

    CAUTION: Do not attempt to pull the connector out without first pull- ing back on the sleeve. Forcing the connector out will cause damage to the cable and/or your aircraft instrument panel. Figure 11 Attaching and removing the cable Mounting the connector Mount the connector into a cutout, as shown in Figure 12 below.

  • Page 16: Details On Making The Connections

    Getting Your Headset Ready for Use Details on making the connections The pinout for the optional installed connector is: Comm Shield Shield Headset power (10-32 VDC). Use a fuse or a -amp circuit breaker. Black System ground. Connect to the existing audio ground.

  • Page 17: Use Proper Adhesives

    The Bose ® aircraft panel connector cannot be installed to an audio system using transformer-coupled audio outputs. Call the Bose Avia- tion Headset Department for details. Use proper adhesives Adhesives approved for use with this connector are: • Ciba-Geigy Uralane 5754-A/B •...

  • Page 18: Mono, Stereo, And Helicopter Connection Diagrams

    6 MIC LO Audio Microphone - Jack Barrel Existing PTT (PTT) (gnd) switch and wiring (no connection Phone to Bose ® audio (right) headset) Stereo headphone - Jack Barrel (audio gnd) (phone audio left) WHT/BLU 6 MIC LO 5 MIC HI...

  • Page 19: Using Your Headset

    If this problem continues when the sound level returns to normal, however, refer to “In case of difficulty” on page 30. If the problem persists, contact the Bose ment for assistance. During a long flight, you may feel a slight pressure point, which can be relieved by adjusting the headband position.

  • Page 20: Microphone Placement

    Using Your Headset Microphone placement Proper microphone placement is important for clear communica- tions. With the headset on your head, make these adjustments: 1. Grasp the boom with your fingers and move the microphone up or down so it is level with your mouth (Figure 17). Figure 17 Properly placing the micro- phone, (a) wide side nearly...

  • Page 21: Power Button

    Power button Use the power button to turn the headset on or off, or to change the LED brightness (Figure 18). • Press the power button once to turn on ANR. • Press and hold the power button to turn off ANR. Or rely on the smart shutoff feature (descibed on page page 13).

  • Page 22: Controlling The Volume Of A Single Battery Powered Headset

    Volume control using multiple headsets When an aircraft has more than one headset connected to its audio system, the pilot in command should adjust the volume of his/her Bose ® 1. Turn off ANR by setting the power switch to OFF.

  • Page 23: Operating The Aircraft Powered Headset

    An LED, located on the control module, changes color to indicate the power status, as follows: LED Color Type of light Green Amber Operating the aircraft powered headset Power switch Turn on ANR by setting the power switch to ON (Figure 19). Figure 19 Volume control (left ear)

  • Page 24: Notice The Individual Earcup Controls

    When an aircraft has more than one headset connected to its audio system, the pilot in command should adjust the volume of his/her Bose Aviation Headset 1. Turn off ANR by setting the power switch to OFF. 2. Turn up each volume knob on the headset control module to its maximum.

  • Page 25: Headset Care And Maintenance

    All other care and maintenance, in and out of the warranty period, must be performed by Bose or an authorized dealer. Other maintenance is performed by condition only. CAUTION: Do not immerse the headset in water or any other liquid.

  • Page 26: Ear Cushions

    If the screen appears to cause operating problems, contact the Bose ® Aviation Headset Department. Replacement parts Replacement parts can be ordered directly from Bose Corporation. Please refer to “Contact information” on page 34. AM270261_00 V.pdf May 16 2003...

  • Page 27: Headband Cushion

    Do not use electric heaters, blowers, or hairdryer type devices to dry the inner screen. If the headset is immersed in liquid, do not use it. Contact the Bose Aviation Headset Department for assistance. Replacing parts Through normal use, parts like windscreens and ear cushions may require periodic replacement.

  • Page 28: Battery Replacement

    Headset Care and Maintenance Figure 21 Pulling the ear cushion skirt away from the earcup 4. Tuck an edge of the ear cushion skirt into the slot behind the ear cushion flange. Be careful not to fold the skirt over. 5.

  • Page 29: Battery Door Replacement

    The headband cushion is designed to give the maximum level of comfort to your headset. Please follow the maintenance instructions below for regular care. Bose recommends that the cushion be replaced after regular care and maintenance fails to restore the wool pile to its original size and shape.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Look for the problem in the left column of the table, then follow the instructions on “What to do” in the right column. If the problem persists, contact the Bose the contact information on page 34 of this guide, for assistance.
  • Page 31 Stereo missing or communi- • If your aircraft has a mono audio system, verify that the stereo/ cations in one ear only mono configuration switch is set to mono. See “Changing the optional operation switches” on page 13. If the switch is set to stereo, and the headset is plugged into a mono audio system, you will hear only through the left earcup.

  • Page 32: Technical Information

    Technical Information Sound pressure levels (SPL) are relative to 20 micropascals. Headphone Impedance Frequency response Microphone (Electret) Microphone (Dynamic) Maximum ambi- ent noise level Power source Battery life Current Fuse/breaker recommended Damage could occur to avionics equipment that is intended for use only with 600-ohm headsets.

  • Page 33: Faa Technical Standards Order

    Temperature and Altitude (Category A) FAA Technical Standards Order The Bose electret boom microphone, is FAA approved to TSO C-57a and C-58a. It has been designed to function in or withstand exposure to the following environmental conditions: Condition AF Conducted Susceptibility...

  • Page 34: Service & Warranty Information

    Service & Warranty Information Warranty period Limited 5-year warranty: Bose Corporation warrants this headset to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. Ear cushion life will vary with use.

  • Page 35: Ordering Parts And Accessories

    E-MAIL: aviation_europe@bose.com World Wide Web: www.bose.com Ordering parts and accessories The following accessories and customer-replaceable components may be purchased directly from Bose. Refer to contact information on page 34. • Additional control module cable Specify: battery powered; or aircraft powered •...
  • Page 36 ©2003 Bose Corporation, The Mountain Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA 270261 AM Rev.00 JN31066 AM270261_00 V.pdf May 16 2003...

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