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Contains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children under age 3. All Bose products must be installed in accordance with local, state, federal and industry regulations. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure installation of the loudspeakers and mounting system is performed in accordance with all applicable codes, including local building codes and regulations.
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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.
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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.
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REG U LATORY I N FO R MAT IO N 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: PRO.BOSE.COM/Compliance.
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X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement of GB/T 26572. Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table Equipment name: Bose Videobar VB‑S Type designation: 433869 Restricted substances and its chemical symbols Hexavalent Lead...
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< 2.0 W < 2.0 W connected and all wireless network ports are activated, at 230 V/50 Hz input Wi-Fi: Reactivate from networked standby via the Bose Work Network port deactivation/activation procedures. Deactivating all networks application. Deactivate by restoring the factory default settings: will enable standby mode.
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Minhang District, Shanghai 201100 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.
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To view the license disclosures that apply to the third‑party software packages included as components of the Bose Videobar VB‑S: Bose Videobar VB-S: Download and open the Bose Work mobile application, tap the Settings icon, and then tap End User License Agreement.
Mount the VB‑S on a Camera Stand or Tripod ............. 20 Camera Privacy Cover ....................20 Cable Connections ......................21 Cable Management ......................22 SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS Bose Work Configuration App and WebUI ............24 Bose Work Management App ..................26 Bose Work App ........................ 26 PRODUCT DETAILS Panels ........................... 27 Front Panel ........................
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CON TE NTS OPERATION Start a Meeting ......................... 33 Make a Call ......................... 34 Adjust the Camera ......................35 Reset the Camera ......................35 Adjust the Pan and Tilt Angles ................36 Adjust the Zoom Ratio ....................36 Save and Recall a Preset ....................37 Enable/Disable Autoframing ..................
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WHAT’S I N T H E CA RTO N WHAT’S IN THE CARTON Contents Bose Videobar VB‑S Power supply Power cord USB‑C‑to‑A cable USB‑A‑to‑C adapter Hex key Mounting bracket Mounting bracket screw (2) Tabletop stand Table stand screw (2)
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WHAT’S I N T H E CA RTO N Large drywall anchor (2) Drywall anchor pushpin Pan‑head screw (2) Small flathead screw (2) Small drywall anchor (2) Cable management plate, foam, and cover Remote control AAA/LR03 batteries (2) V I D E O B A R V B ‑ S Quick start guide Wall‑mount setup guide Safety instruction guide...
SETU P SETUP General Mounting Guidelines Do NOT place the VB‑S on its front, back or top when in use. Do NOT place any objects on top of the VB‑S. Avoid placing the VB‑S near air conditioning vents, heaters or radiators, fans, or other sources of noise or vibrations.
SETU P Mount the VB‑S on a Table, Shelf, or Credenza For best performance, when setting up the VB‑S on a table, shelf, credenza, etc., follow these recommendations: See General Mounting Guidelines (Page 14) first. Place the VB‑S in its table stand on a stable and level surface. Position the front of the VB‑S so the supporting surface is not visible in the camera’s image.
SETU P Wall‑mount the VB‑S For best performance, follow these recommendations when setting up the VB‑S on a wall: See General Mounting Guidelines (Page 14) first. When determining where to attach the wall‑mount bracket to the wall, make sure there is enough space around the bracket to fit the VB‑S: There must be at least 3.8 cm (1.5 in) above the wall‑mount bracket.
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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...
SETU P Mount the VB‑S on a Camera Stand or Tripod ¼"‑20 × 9 mm (0.35 in) On the underside of the VB‑S, there is a ¼"‑20 UNC‑threaded insert with a depth of 9 mm (0.35 in). As an alternative to tabletop‑mounting or wall‑mounting the VB‑S, you can use this insert to attach the VB‑S to a camera stand, tripod, or other mounting device.
Videobar VB‑S for optimal performance. See Software Applications (Page 23) for more information. If you need to use a USB extender, or a USB hub to connect your Bose Videobar VB‑S to a display, visit PRO.BOSE.COM/VBSDownloads for a list of recommended third‑party accessories for use with VB‑S.
SETU P Cable Management The included cable management cover can hold all permanent cabling in place against a wall. Small flathead screw (2) Small drywall anchor (2) Cable management plate, foam, and cover To install the cable management cover: Place and hold the back of the cable cover (the piece with the screw holes) against desired location on wall.
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 VB‑S with their smartphone — adjust volume, mute, pan, tilt, zoom, zoom presets, and Bluetooth pairing.
On your computer, visit PRO.BOSE.COM/VBSDownloads. Download and install the Bose Work Configuration Software app. To access and use the Bose Work Configuration app to configure the VB‑S: Connect your computer to the USB‑C port on the VB‑S. Open the Bose Work Configuration app.
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This may be caused by a misconfiguration or an attacker intercepting your connection. Proceed to 169.254.32.128 (unsafe). This is also normal. Click the Proceed to… link to proceed to the Bose Work Configuration WebUI login page. Bose123! The factory default administrator password is: Note: We recommend changing the password after gaining access.
Search for and download the Bose Work app from the App Store Google Play™. Open the app on your mobile device and enable location tracking. On your mobile device, connect to Bose Videobar VB‑S. To access the user guide for the Bose Work app, see Settings page in the app.
Power: Connect the included power supply. USB‑C: Connect this port to the computer hosting the meeting. Note: If you also own Bose Videobar VB1, do not use the USB cable included with the VB1 to connect the VB‑S to a computer. (The VB1...
P R OD UC T D ETA I L S Remote Control The Bose Videobar VB‑S includes an infrared remote control that enables you to adjust camera and volume settings, mute the microphones, and put the VB‑S in Bluetooth pairing mode.
P R OD UC T D ETA I L S Status The status indicator above the camera and the light bar below the camera indicate the status of the VB‑S. Appearance Activity System State A small section of lights No active meeting. in the center of the light VB‑S is powered on bar is bright white.
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P R OD UC T D ETA I L S Appearance Activity System State The leftmost light on the The volume has light bar blinks once. been lowered by one increment. The status indicator may be on or off. A small section of lights The volume has been on the leftmost end of set to its lowest level.
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The status indicator is issue. Make sure the off. VB‑S is connected to a network. (See the user guide in the Bose Work Configuration app or Bose Work Management app to learn how to do this.) If that does not solve...
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P R OD UC T D ETA I L S Appearance Activity System State A small section of lights The Bose Work in the center of the Management app is light bar pulses purple sending an “Identify repeatedly. Device” message to...
Connect the included USB cable between the VB‑S and your computer. Use the included USB‑A‑to‑C adapter, if needed. Start the meeting in your preferred meeting software. In the device settings of your meeting software, select Bose Videobar VB‑S as the device for the microphone, speaker, and camera.
OP ER ATI O N Make a Call Bose Videobar VB‑S To make a call using the VB‑S as a speakerphone: Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the remote control for 3 seconds to put the VB‑S into pairing mode.
(whether or not there is an active meeting). Note: All remote‑control functions are also available in the software apps that enable you to configure the Bose Videobar VB‑S. 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.
OP ER ATI O N Adjust the Pan and Tilt Angles Note: You can adjust the pan and tilt angles only if the camera is not fully zoomed out. To adjust the pan (left‑right) angle of the camera, press one of the camera pan buttons (< or >) on the remote control.
OP ER ATI O N Save and Recall a Preset You can save the camera’s pan, tilt, and zoom settings to a preset: Preset 1 or Preset 2. When you recall a saved preset, the camera will immediately return to the saved pan, tilt, and zoom settings. To save a preset: Adjust the pan, tilt, and zoom settings as desired.
OP ER ATI O N Enable/Disable Autoframing To enable or disable the camera’s autoframing feature, press the Autoframe button on the remote control. When autoframing is 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.
(the far end), but Bluetooth audio will be sent to the far end if the meeting audio and Bluetooth audio are "bridged." Bridging is enabled in the VB‑S by default, but you can disable or reenable it by using the Bose Work Configuration app or WebUI or the Bose Work Management app (see Software Applications (Page 23)).
These three volume levels are always synchronized, so adjusting one of them adjusts the others as well. Note: All remote‑control functions are also available in the software apps that enable you to configure the Bose Videobar VB‑S. See Software Applications (Page 23) for more information.
Manage Bluetooth Devices The VB‑S 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. The Bluetooth indicator on the front panel indicates the current status of VB‑S Bluetooth connectivity:...
Bose Videobar VB‑S 002 WO RK To pair a Bluetooth device with the VB‑S using the Bose Work app, open the app and select the desired VB‑S. The Bluetooth indicator on the front panel of the VB‑S will light solid white when connected. (See Bose Work App (Page 26) for more information.)
This low‑power mode is enabled in the VB‑S by default, but you can disable or reenable it by using the Bose Work Configuration app or WebUI or the Bose Work Management app (see Software Applications (Page 23)).
Serial Number Locations 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...
Applications (Page 23) to learn how to download and access these software apps. If you are using the Bose Work Configuration WebUI to configure the VB‑S, you may not be able to automatically check or update the firmware from the online Bose server unless your computer is also connected to the internet.
VB‑S remote control your Bluetooth mobile device (if you are using one) your meeting software (speaker volume) If you still hear no sound, make sure Bose Videobar VB‑S is selected as the speaker in your meeting software.
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VB‑S. properly with the VB‑S). Windows: Click the speaker icon in the system tray (in the taskbar) and select Bose Videobar VB‑S as the playback device. macOS: Click the Apple icon in the upper‑left corner of the screen, and select System Preferences, click Sound, and then click Output.
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USB‑C port on the rear panel of the VB‑S. Try using a shorter USB cable. If you also own Bose Videobar VB1, make sure you are not using the USB cable included with the VB1 to connect the VB‑S to a computer.
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This is normal. This indicates the VB‑S is indicator is lit solid connected to a Bluetooth mobile device for white. music or calls or to the Bose Work app. The light bar is on. If the whole light bar is lit, then there is an active meeting.
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