Bose 31952 Owners Guide

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  • Bose 31952 | Owners Guide - Page 1
    Covers.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28, 2010 12:06 PM ©2010 Bose Corporation, The Mountain, Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA AM325453 Rev.06 A20™ AVIATION HEADSET Owner's Guide
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    the use of the Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset. • The headset is capable of producing headset yourself. Contact Bose® Technical Support. Refer to "Contact information" on page 37. • Do not immerse the headphones in water or any other liquid. See "Cleaning the headset" on page 23 for cleaning instructions
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    to the aircraft 11 Using the 6-pin plug 11 Using the dual general aviation plugs 12 Using other plug types 12 USING THE HEADSET 13 Wearing and adjusting the headset 13 Conditions related to fit 13 Microphone placement 13 Clothing clips 14 Using the control module 15 Power button 15
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    or access cover replacement 26 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 In case of difficulty 27 INSTALLATION 31 Mounting the aircraft panel connector 31 Details on making the connections 33 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 34 SERVICE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION 36 Locating the headset serial number 36 Warranty period
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    , October 28, 2010 12:03 PM English Tab 2, 10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 ADVISORIES Operational advisory The Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset incorporates Acoustic Noise Cancelling® technology. As with any complex electronic device, it is possible for this
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    , 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® A20™ Aviation Headset while operating any aircraft. Using audio sources When listening to in-flight entertainment, or a portable audio source through
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    repair this screen. If screen replacement seems necessary, contact Bose® Technical Support. See "Contact information" on page 37. If the screen gets wet or any foreign objects become lodged on or adjacent to it, follow the instructions in "Headset Care and Maintenance" on page 23. Storage Store the
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    Tab 5, 13 Tab 4, 12 Tab 3, 11 Tab2, 10 INTRODUCTION English Congratulations on your purchase of a Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset. The Bose A20 Aviation Headset is our most advanced aviation headset yet. It delivers significantly increased noise reduction and provides a more comfortable fit, without
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    12:03 PM English Tab 2, 10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 INTRODUCTION What's in the carton Headset assembly: Accessories: Headphones Carrying case Clothing clip Control module See "Control module variations" on page 6 for options. 2 AA Alkaline batteries Second
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    00_Cavu.book Page 6 Thursday, October 28, 2010 12:03 PM Tab 8, 16 Tab 7, 15 Tab 6, 14 Tab 5, 13 Tab 4, 12 Tab 3, 11 Tab2, 10 English INTRODUCTION Control module variations If you opted for Bluetooth® wireless technology, you received the control module featuring Bluetooth technology. If not, you
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    Tab 2, 10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 INTRODUCTION Power and cable variations The Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset is available for purchase in different standard aircraft connector options to suit pilot needs, including: • Dual G/A • 6-pin install* • 5-pin XLR • U174
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    Page 8 Thursday, October 28, 2010 12:03 PM Tab 8, 16 Tab 7, 15 Tab 6, 14 Tab 5, 13 Tab 4, 12 Tab 3, 11 Tab2, 10 English PREPARING THE HEADSET FOR USE The microphone assembly Your headset may be shipped with the microphone assembly (boom microphone and cable) attached to the left earcup. If your
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    2010 12:03 PM English Tab 2, 10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 PREPARING THE HEADSET FOR USE The battery compartment The Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset is shipped with factory-set operation defaults. If you want to alter these defaults, you can change the operation switches
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    a stereo intercom. Auto Off functionality The Auto Off feature detects when the headset is not in use and shuts it off after several minutes to preserve can range between 3 to 9 minutes after you stop using the headset. When the headset is running on battery power only and is not plugged in to
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    12:03 PM English Tab 2, 10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 PREPARING THE HEADSET FOR USE Connecting the headset to the aircraft The Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset can be configured to either plug into aircraft power or rely entirely on battery power. Using the 6-pin plug
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    one of the jacks. Then insert the thinner microphone plug into the other jack. Microphone Intercom/Audio Using other plug types The Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset is also available with other types of plugs for connecting to various aircraft audio jacks. These single-plug connectors should be inserted
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    the problem persists, contact Bose® Technical Support for assistance. Conditions related to fit A low rumbling sound or frequent, brief losses of Acoustic Noise Cancelling noise reduction may indicate an improper fit or blocked earcup ports. See "Headset earcup openings" on page 23 for instructions
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    6, 14 Tab 5, 13 Tab 4, 12 Tab 3, 11 Tab2, 10 English USING THE HEADSET 1. Grasp the boom with your fingers and move the microphone up or down so it is cable is fitted with two clothing clips. Use the clips to attach the headset cable to your clothing, a safety harness, or an aircraft door pocket.
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    PM English Tab 2, 10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 USING THE HEADSET Using the control module Use the control module to control the headset functions. There are two variations of the module; one featuring Bluetooth® wireless technology and one that has basic functions
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    16 Thursday, October 28, 2010 12:03 PM Tab 8, 16 Tab 7, 15 Tab 6, 14 Tab 5, 13 Tab 4, 12 Tab 3, 11 Tab2, 10 English USING THE HEADSET • Double-click the power button to dim the power and Bluetooth® wireless technology indicators. To toggle the indicators between dim and bright, rapidly press the
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    Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 USING THE HEADSET Auxiliary (AUX) audio input The Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset provides a /1 8 inch (3.5 mm) AUX audio input that allows you to use your headset with an external audio source such as a portable GPS or a portable audio
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    , October 28, 2010 12:03 PM Tab 8, 16 Tab 7, 15 Tab 6, 14 Tab 5, 13 Tab 4, 12 Tab 3, 11 Tab2, 10 English USING THE HEADSET Multifunction/Audio priority switch The multifunction/audio priority switch has three positions: Position Top Function Intercom prioritized over AUX Operation When the switch
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    USING THE HEADSET Using the headset with a Bluetooth®-enabled phone Pairing the headset with your phone Pairing entails having the Bose A20 Aviation Headset in pairing instructions that came with your phone for further details.) 4. Set the phone to "discover" or "add" a Bluetooth device. When Bose
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    1, 2010 12:17 PM Tab 8, 16 Tab 7, 15 Tab 6, 14 Tab 5, 13 Tab 4, 12 Tab 3, 11 Tab2, 10 English USING THE HEADSET Note: The Bose A20 Aviation Headset will automatically exit pairing mode after five minutes of inactivity. Bluetooth® indicator light status The Bluetooth indicator is a blue light on the
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    phone. Bluetooth® volume control The Bluetooth volume control increases or decreases the volume of the mobile phone that is paired to the Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset. The Bluetooth volume control is located on the right side of the control module. You can only adjust the Bluetooth technology volume
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    last number, depends on the capabilities of your phone. Please check your phone user guide for further details. To transfer the audio to the mobile phone When you are If you are on a call and unplugged from an intercom, the headset will allow you to complete your call, then it will turn off approximately
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    10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 HEADSET CARE AND MAINTENANCE Instructions for continued airworthiness Bose recommends following the general care and maintenance instructions in this guide. With normal use, items such as windscreens and ear cushions may require periodic
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    , repair, or clean this component. Located inside the earcup, the inner screen is critical to proper headset operation. If the screen appears to be damaged or worn out, contact Bose. If the inner screen becomes damp from environmental moisture such as light rain, dew, perspiration, or condensation
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    Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 HEADSET CARE AND MAINTENANCE Ear cushion replacement As a general rule, ear cushions should be replaced you: • Have a full beard or heavy whiskers. • Subject the headsets to severe temperature extremes such as parking your airplane outside in severe cold
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    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Headband cushion replacement The headband cushion is designed to give the maximum level of comfort to your headset. Bose recommends that you replace the cushion after regular care and maintenance fails to restore the wool pile to its original size and shape. To replace
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    the "What to do" instructions in the right column. If the problem persists, contact Bose using the contact information on page 37 of this guide for assistance. CAUTION: Do not attempt to disassemble or service the inside of the earcups or other parts of the headset. Only the boom microphone cable
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    Tab 5, 13 Tab 4, 12 Tab 3, 11 Tab2, 10 English TROUBLESHOOTING Problem What to do Low volume of incoming communications. Intermittent communication. Reduced instructions on volume adjustment. • Ensure that the stereo/mono switch is correctly set for your intercom system. • Check that all headsets
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    10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Low rumbling sound with the headset turned on in a quiet environment. Crackling sound audible with headset turned on in a loud environment, or Acoustic Noise Cancelling® noise reduction is intermittent. What to
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    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem What to do Cannot hear communications while listening to audio from AUX input or AUX input does not mute with incoming communications. • Check headset The headset is not pairing with my phone. • Turn the headset off, then on again. • Follow your phone instructions to
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    .com or Global.Bose.com for information or purchase. CAUTION: The aircraft panel connector must be mounted by a technician who is qualified to perform this type of avionics installation for the aircraft you are using. Mount the connector into a cutout, using the diagrams below as a guide. 12.5mm
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    audio outputs. Contact the Bose® Technical Support, using the contact information on page 37 of this guide for details. Mono connection gnd) Headphone - Jack Existing PTT switch and wiring (no connection to Bose headset) Tip (phone audio) Barrel (audio gnd) Stereo connection diagram 10-
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    ) segment. 6 White/ MIC LO: Microphone/Lo-ground. Connect to the portion of Blue the microphone jack that corresponds to the barrel position of a headset microphone plug. Note: If the microphone works on radio transmit but not through the intercom, check pin 6. It may be incorrectly wired to
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    Damage could occur to avionics equipment that is intended for use only with 600 Ohm headsets. If in doubt, consult the avionics equipment manufacturer. Impedance Monaural mode: 160 Ohms altitude for full cancellation Hands-free profile, Bluetooth 2.1 Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset: B016487 34
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    PM English Tab 2, 10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 TECHNICAL INFORMATION FAA Technical Standards Order The Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset, its interface, cables, and microphones are FAA approved to TSO C139. It has been designed to function in or withstand exposure to the
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    16 Tab 7, 15 Tab 6, 14 Tab 5, 13 Tab 4, 12 Tab 3, 11 Tab2, 10 English SERVICE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION Locating the headset serial number Your Bose® A20™ Aviation Headset is identified by a unique headset serial number located on the underside of the headband and underneath the headband cushion
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    13 Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 SERVICE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION Contact information Contact Bose for: • Spare parts and accessories • Technical advice • Installation information • Warranty and repair information In North America: Bose® Technical Support 145 Pennsylvania Avenue Framingham, MA 01701
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    Tab 6, 14 Tab 7, 15 Tab 8, 16 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any such use by Bose Corporation is under license. All other marks are property of
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Owner’s Guide
©2010 Bose Corporation, The Mountain,
Framingham, MA 01701-9168 USA
AM325453 Rev.0
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Covers.fm
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Thursday, October 28, 2010
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