Bose SoundLink Micro - Bluetooth Speaker Manual

WHAT'S IN THE CARTON

Confirm that the following parts are included:

Note: If any part of the product is damaged, do not use it. Contact your authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service.
Visit: global.Bose.com/Support/Micro

Strap configurations

You can adjust the strap to easily transport the speaker. To secure the speaker, attach it to an object such as a bicycle handlebar or backpack strap.

Water and dust resistance

Your speaker is waterproof, splash resistant, and dustproof. It is rated IP64 and IP67.

You can immerse the speaker in water for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 3.2 ft. (1 m). It can also be used while showering and in the rain or snow.

• Do NOT submerge this speaker in any pool of water deeper than 3.2 ft. (1 m).
  
• Never attempt to charge the speaker while it is wet. Doing so may cause damage to the speaker.

SPEAKER CONTROLS

Controls are located on the top and outer edge of the speaker.

Power on/off

Press the Power button .
The battery indicators glow solid white.

Auto-off timer

The auto-off timer conserves the battery when the speaker is operating on battery power. The speaker switches off when audio has stopped and buttons have not been pressed for 20 minutes.

Note:
To adjust the time it takes for your speaker to automatically power off, use the Bose® Connect app.

• Disable the auto-off timer
  Press and hold + and the Multi-function button simultaneously.
  You hear "Auto-off disabled."
  Repeat to re-enable the auto-off timer.
  Tip: You can also disable the auto-off timer using the Bose Connect app.

Speaker functions

• Media playback and volume functions
  

Function	What to do
Play/Pause	Press the Multi-function button
Skip forward	Press twice quickly.
Skip backward	Press three times quickly.
Volume up	Press +.
Volume down	Press –.

• Call functions
  

Function	What to do
Answer a call	Press the Multi-function button .
End a call	Press .
Decline an incoming call	Press and hold for one second.
Answer a second incoming call and put the current call on hold	While on a call, press .
Decline a second incoming call and stay on current call	While on a call, press and hold for one s econd.
Switch between two calls	With two active calls, press twice quickly.
Access voice control to make a call	While not on a call, press and hold for one second. Your mobile device may not support voice control. Refer to your device owner's guide for more information.
Mute/unmute a call	While on a call, press + and – simultaneously.

• Voice prompt notifications
  Your speaker identifies incoming callers who are saved in your contact list.
  To disable this feature, see the chapter "Disable voice prompts.
  Note: Disabling voice prompt notifications also disables voice prompts.

Access voice control

The speaker microphone acts as an extension of the microphone in your mobile device. Using the Multi-function button on the speaker, you can access the voice control capabilities on your device to make/take calls or ask Siri or Google Assistant to play music, tell you the weather, give you the score of a game and more.

Press and hold to access voice control on your device. You hear a tone that indicates voice control is active.

BATTERY

Charge the speaker

1. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB connector.
   
2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into a wall charger or computer that is powered on.
   While charging, the last lit battery indicator blinks white. When the battery is fully charged, all five battery indicators glow solid white.
   

Never attempt to charge the speaker while it is wet. Doing so may cause damage to the speaker.

Charging time

Allow up to four hours to fully charge the battery. A full charge powers the speaker for up to six hours.

Hear the battery level

Each time you power on the speaker, a voice prompt announces the battery level. When the speaker is in use, a voice prompt announces if the battery needs to be charged.

To hear the battery charge level while using your speaker, press and hold the Power button until you hear a voice prompt.

Note: To visually check the battery, press and hold while viewing the chapter battery indicators.

Battery protection mode

When your speaker battery is depleted (0%), or your speaker is unplugged and unused for more than three days (with a remaining charge of less than 10%), it enters battery protection mode. To reactivate your speaker, connect it to a wall charger or computer that is powered on.

When not in use, store your speaker in a cool place.

Do not store your speaker for extended periods when fully charged or with a remaining charge of less than 10 percent.

STATUS INDICATORS

The Bluetooth and battery indicators are located on the outer edge of the speaker.

Bluetooth indicator

Shows the connection status of a mobile device.

Indicator activity	System state
Blinking blue	Ready to connect
Blinking white	Connecting
Solid white	Connected
Solid blue	Select language

Battery indicators

Shows the battery charge level.

Indicator activity	Charging percentage
	0% - 20%
	20% - 40%
	40% - 60%
	60% - 80%
	80% - 100%

Notes:

• When charging, the last lit battery indicator blinks white. When the speaker is fully charged, all battery indicators glow solid white.
• To visually check the battery level, press and hold the Power button while viewing the battery indicators.
• If connected to an Apple device, the device displays the speaker battery level near the upper right corner of the screen and in the notification center.

VOICE PROMPTS

Voice prompts guide you through the Bluetooth connection process, announce the battery level and identify connected devices. You can customize voice prompts using the buttons on your speaker.

Tip: You can also easily manage voice prompts using the Bose® Connect app.

Pre-installed languages

The following languages are pre-installed on your speaker:

• English
• Spanish
• French
• German
• Mandarin

• Japanese
• Korean
• Italian
• Portuguese
• Swedish

• Dutch
• Russian
• Polish

Change the language

When you power on the speaker for the first time, the voice prompts are in English.

1. Press and hold the Multi-function button and – simultaneously until you hear the voice prompt for the first language option.
2. Press + or – to move through the list of languages.
3. When you hear your language, press and hold to select.

Disable voice prompts

Press and hold + and – simultaneously until you hear "voice prompts off."

Note: Repeat to re-enable voice prompts.

BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS

Bluetooth wireless technology lets you stream music from mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptop computers. Before you can stream music from a device, you must connect the device with your speaker.

Connect your mobile device using the Bose® Connect app (recommended)

With your speaker powered on, download the Bose Connect app and follow the on-screen connection instructions.

Once connected, you hear "Connected to <mobile device name>," and the Bluetooth indicator glows solid white.

Connect using the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device

1. With your speaker powered on, press and hold the Bluetooth button until you hear "Ready to connect," and the Bluetooth indicator blinks blue.
   
2. On your device, enable the Bluetooth feature.
   Tip: The Bluetooth feature is usually found in the Settings menu.
3. Select your speaker from the device list.
   
   Once connected, you hear "Connected to <mobile device name>," and the Bluetooth indicator glows solid white.
   Tip: Look for the name you entered for your speaker in the Bose® Connect app.

Disconnect a mobile device

Disable the Bluetooth feature on your device.

Tip: You can also disconnect your device using the Bose® Connect app.

Reconnect a mobile device

When powered on, the speaker tries to reconnect with the two most recently-connected devices.

Note: The devices must be within range (30 ft. or 9 m) and powered on.

MULTIPLE BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS

You can pair additional devices to your speaker. These Bluetooth connections are controlled with the Bluetooth button . Voice prompts guide you through controlling multiple connections. Before connecting an additional mobile device, make sure this feature is enabled.

Tip: You can also easily manage multiple connected devices using the Bose® Connect app.

Connect an additional mobile device

You can store up to eight paired devices in the speaker pairing list, and your speaker can be actively connected to two devices at a time.

To connect an additional device, download the Bose® Connect app (see the chapter "Connect your mobile device using the Bose® Connect app (recommended)") or use the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device (see the chapter "Connect using the Bluetooth menu on your mobile device").

Note: You can play audio from only one device at a time.

Identify connected mobile devices

Press to hear which devices are currently connected.

Switch between two connected mobile devices

1. Pause audio on your first device.
2. Play audio on your second device.

Reconnect a previously connected mobile device

1. Press the Bluetooth button to hear which device is connected.
2. Press again within three seconds to connect to the next device in the speaker pairing list.
3. Repeat until you hear the correct device name.
4. Play audio on the connected device.

Clear the speaker pairing list

1. Press and hold the Bluetooth button for 10 seconds until you hear "Bluetooth device list cleared," and the Bluetooth indicator blinks blue.
2. Delete your speaker from the Bluetooth list on your mobile device. All devices are cleared, and the speaker is ready to connect.

SHARE AUDIO BETWEEN BOSE SPEAKERS

You can pair Bose® speakers together to play in the following modes:

• Party mode (left and right speakers play in unison)
• Stereo mode (left speaker and right speaker play separately)

You can set this up using the Bose Connect app (recommended) or the speaker control buttons.

Refer to your Bose owner's guide to determine if your secondary speaker supports these modes.

Pair the speakers using the Bose Connect app (recommended)

For more information, download the Bose Connect app.

Pair the speakers manually

If you are unable to access the Bose Connect app, follow the instructions below.

Party mode

1. Make sure both speakers are powered on.
2. Make sure one speaker is connected to your mobile device.
3. On the speaker connected to your device, press and hold the Bluetooth button and + simultaneously.
   
4. Release the buttons when you hear "Press the Bluetooth and volume down buttons simultaneously on a second Bose device."
5. On the other speaker, press and hold the Bluetooth button and – simultaneously.
   
6. Release the buttons when the speaker emits a tone.
   After about 10 seconds, you hear "Party mode" from both speakers simultaneously. Party mode is enabled, and you are now able to play audio in unison using your mobile device.
7. For an optimal experience, position your speakers:

• In the same room or outdoor area
• So there are no obstructions between them
  Note: Performance may vary based on mobile device, distance and environmental factors.

Stereo mode

1. Configure your speakers for Party mode (see the chapter "Pair the speakers using the Bose Connect app (recommended)").
2. On one speaker, press the Bluetooth button and + simultaneously.
   
3. Release the buttons when you hear "Stereo mode."
   You hear "Left" from the left speaker and "Right" from the right speaker.
   Stereo mode is enabled, and you are now able to play audio in stereo using your mobile device.
4. For an optimal experience, position your speakers:

• In the same room or outdoor area
• Within 10 feet of each other, free from obstructions
• So that your distance to each speaker is equal
  Note: Performance may vary based on device, distance and environmental factors.

Switch between Party mode and Stereo mode

On either speaker, press and + simultaneously.

Disable Party mode or Stereo mode

Power off the second speaker.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Clean the speaker

Your speaker may require periodic cleaning.

• Clean the surface of the speaker with a soft, damp cloth (water only).
• Do not use any solvents, chemicals or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives.

Replacement parts and accessories

Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer service. Visit: global.Bose.com/Support/Micro

Limited warranty

Your speaker is covered by a limited warranty. Visit our website at global.Bose.com/warranty for details of the limited warranty.

To register your product, visit global.Bose.com/register for instructions. Failure to register will not affect your limited warranty rights.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common solutions

If you experience problems with your speaker:

• Power on the speaker.
• Check the state of the status indicators.
• Make sure your mobile device supports Bluetooth technology.
• Charge the battery.
• Increase the volume on your speaker, device and music app.
• Move your device closer to the speaker and away from any interference or obstruction.
• Try connecting another device.

If you could not resolve your issue, see the table below to identify symptoms and solutions to common problems. If you are unable to resolve your issue, contact Bose customer service.

Visit: global.Bose.com/Support/Micro

Symptom	Solution
No power (battery)	Battery may be in protection mode or discharged. Connect your speaker to a wall charger or computer that is powered on.
Speaker does not connect with mobile device	On your device: Disable and then enable the Bluetooth feature. Delete your speaker from the Bluetooth list on your device. Connect again. Connect a different device. Visit: global.Bose.com/Support/Micro to see how-to videos. Clear the speaker pairing list. Connect again.
Bose® speakers do not pair together manually	Download the Bose Connect app for an additional way to pair your Bose speakers. Your second speaker may not support Stereo or Party mode. Refer to your Bose speaker owner's guide.
No sound	Make sure voice prompts are on. Press the Bluetooth button to hear the connected device. Make sure you are using the correct device. Use a different music source. Connect a different mobile device. If two devices are connected, pause audio on the first device and play audio on the other device. If two devices are connected, move the devices within range of the speaker (30 ft. or 9 m).
Poor sound quality	Use a different music source. Connect a different device. Disconnect the second device. Disable any audio enhancement features on the device or music app.
Speaker does not charge	Make sure the connector on the cable is correctly aligned with the connector on the speaker. Try another charging source. Secure both ends of the USB cable. If your speaker has been exposed to high or low temperatures, let it return to room temperature and then try charging again. Reset your speaker.
Microphone is not picking up sound	Make sure the microphone opening on the top of the speaker is not blocked. Try another phone call. Try another compatible device. If the speaker was exposed to water, dry it out and try again.
Mobile device not responding to button presses	For multi-press functions using the Multi-function button , vary the speed of presses. Full controls may not be available for some models. Try another compatible device.

Reset your speaker

Factory reset clears connected devices and language settings from your speaker and returns it to the original factory settings.

1. Power on your speaker.
2. Press and hold the Power button for 10 seconds. The speaker powers off.
3. Press .
   The Bluetooth indicator glows blue, and you hear "Ready to connect. To start setup, download the Bose® Connect app".

Documents / Resources

References

• Bose | Headphones, Earbuds, Speakers, Soundbars, & More
• Warranties | Bose
• Product registration

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