BOSE 018SLRVP2B SoundLink Revolve Plus II Bluetooth Speaker Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- Bose
Table of Contents
- BOSE 018SLRVP2B SoundLink Revolve Plus II Bluetooth Speaker
- Important Safety Instructions
- Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices
- REGULATORY INFORMATION
- LEGAL INFORMATION
- WHAT’S IN THE BOX
- BOSE CONNECT APP SETUP
- SPEAKER PLACEMENT
- POWER
- SPEAKER CONTROLS
- VOICE PROMPTS
- BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS
- MULTIPLE BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS
- WIRED CONNECTIONS
- SPEAKER STATUS
- PAIR BOSE PRODUCTS
- CARE AND MAINTENANCE
- TROUBLESHOOTING
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
BOSE 018SLRVP2B SoundLink Revolve Plus II Bluetooth Speaker
Please read and keep all safety, security, and use instructions.
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:
www.Bose.com/compliance
This product conforms to all applicable Electromagnetic Compatibility
Regulations 2016 and all other applicable UK regulations. The complete
declaration of conformity can be found at:
www.Bose.com/compliance
Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements per Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 and all other applicable UK regulations. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance
Important Safety Instructions
- Read these instructions.
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, objects have fallen into the apparatus, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS
This symbol means there is uninsulated, dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may constitute a risk of electrical shock.
This symbol means there are important operating and maintenance instructions in this guide.
This product contains magnetic material. Consult your physician on whether this might affect your implantable medical device.
- Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do NOT place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near the product.
- Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product.
- Do NOT use a power inverter with this product.
- Use this product only with the power supply provided.
- Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
- Do not expose products containing batteries to excessive heat (e.g. from storage in direct sunlight, fire or the like).
- The product label is located on the bottom of the product.
NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- 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.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with ISED Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This device complies with FCC and ISED Canada radiation exposure limits set
forth for general population.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20
cm between radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Meets IMDA Requirements.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices
Article XII
According to “Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices”
without permission granted by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not
allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power or alter original
characteristic as well as performance to an approved low power radio-frequency
devices.
Article XIV
The low power radio-frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security
and interfere legal communications; If found, the user shall cease operating
immediately until no interference is achieved. The said legal communications
means radio communications operated in compliance with the Telecommunications
Act.
The low power radio-frequency devices must be susceptible with the
interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices.
DON’T attempt to remove the rechargeable lithium-ion battery from this
product. Contact your local Bose retailer or other qualified professional for
removal.
Please dispose of used batteries properly, following local regulations. Do not incinerate.
This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste, and should be delivered to an appropriate collection facility for recycling. Proper disposal and recycling helps protect natural resources, human health and the environment. For more information on disposal and recycling of this product, contact your local municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought this product.
Removal of the rechargeable lithium-ion battery in this product should be conducted only by a qualified professional. Please contact your local Bose retailer or see products.bose.com/static/compliance/index.html for further information.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Product Power State Table
The product, in accordance with the Ecodesign Requirements for Energy Related
Products Directive 2009/125/EC and the Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products
and Energy Information (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020, is in
compliance with the following norm(s) or document(s): Regulation (EC) No.
1275/2008, as amended by Regulation (EU) No. 801/2013.
Required Power State Information | Power Modes |
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Standby | Networked Standby |
Power consumption in specified power mode, at 230V/50Hz input | ≤ 0.5 W |
Bluetooth ® ≤ 2.0 W
Time after which equipment is automatically switched into mode| ≤ 20 minutes|
≤ 5 minutes
Power consumption in networked standby if all wired network ports are
connected and all wireless network ports are activated, at 230V/50Hz input|
N/A| ≤ 2.0 W
Network port deactivation/activation procedures. Deactivating all networks
will enable standby mode.| Bluetooth : Deactivate by clearing the
pairing list by pressing and holding the Bluetooth button for 10 seconds.
Activate by pairing with a Bluetooth source.
External Power Supply Technical Information
The external power supply provided with the product, in accordance with the
Ecodesign Requirements for Energy Related Products Directive 2009/125/EC, is
in compliance with the following norms(s) or documents(s): Commission
Regulation (EU) 2019/1782.
Manufacturer | Bose Products B.V. |
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Commercial registration number | 36037901 |
Address
| Gorslaan 60
1441 RG Purmerend The Netherlands
Model identifier| F5V-1.6C-1U-WW
Input voltage| 100V-240V
Input AC frequency| 50Hz/60Hz
Output voltage| 5V DC
Output current| 1.6A
Output power| 8W
Average active efficiency| 78.8%
Efficiency at low load (10%)| 73.4%
No-load power consumption| 0.07W
Manufacturer| Bose Products B.V.
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Commercial registration number| 36037901
Address
| Gorslaan 60
1441 RG Purmerend The Netherlands
Model identifier| S008AIM0500160
Input voltage| 100V-240V
Input AC frequency| 50Hz/60Hz
Output voltage| 5V DC
Output current| 1.6A
Output power| 8W
Average active efficiency| 78.5%
Efficiency at low load (10%)| 74.5%
No-load power consumption| 0.06W
For Europe:
Frequency band of operation 2400 to 2483.5 MHz.
Maximum transmit power less than 20 dBm EIRP.
Maximum transmit power is below regulatory limits such that SAR testing is not
necessary and exempt per applicable regulations.
China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table
Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
| Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
Part Name
| Lead (Pb)| Mercury (Hg)| Cadmium (Cd)| Hexavalent (CR(VI))| Polybrominated Biphenyl
(PBB)
| Polybrominated diphenylether (PBDE)
PCBs| X| O| O| O| O| O
Metal Parts| X| O| O| O| O| O
Plastic Parts| O| O| O| O| O| O
Speakers| X| O| O| O| O| O
Cables| X| O| O| O| O| O
This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364.
O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
| ****
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 SoundLink Revolve+ II, Type designation: 419356
| Restricted substances and its chemical symbols
Unit
| Lead (Pb)| ****
Mercury (Hg)
| ****
Cadmium (Cd)
| Hexavalent chromium (Cr+6)| Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB)| Polybrominated
diphenyl ethers (PBDE)
PCBs| –| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○
Metal Parts| –| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○
Plastic Parts| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○
Speakers| –| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○
Cables| –| ○| ○| ○| ○| ○
Note 1: “○” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted
substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.
Note 2: The “−” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.
Please complete and retain for your records
The serial and model numbers are located bottom of the speaker.
Serial number:
Model number: 419356
Please keep your receipt with your owner’s guide. Now is a good time to
register your Bose product.
You can easily do this by going to
global.Bose.com/register
- Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture; “0” is 2010 or 2020.
- China Importer: Bose Electronics (Shanghai) Company Limited, Part C, Plant 9, No. 353 North Riying Road, China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone
- EU Importer: Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The Netherlands
- Taiwan Importer: Bose Taiwan Branch, 9F-A1, No. 10, Section 3, Minsheng East Road, Taipei City 104, Taiwan Phone Number: +886-2-2514 7676
- 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
- UK Importer: Bose Limited, Bose House, Quayside Chatham Maritime, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4QZ, United Kingdom The CMIIT ID is located on the rubber foot on the bottom of the product.
LEGAL INFORMATION
Security Information
This product is capable of receiving security updates from Bose
automatically when connected to the Bose Connect app. In order to receive
security updates via the mobile application, you must complete the product
setup process in the Bose Connect app. If you do not complete the setup
process, you will be responsible for installing security updates that Bose
makes available via btu.Bose.com
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Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Bose Corporation is under
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The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the
United States and in other countries.
Bose, Bose Home Speaker, Bose Music, Bose Portable Home Speaker, Bose
Soundbar, SimpleSync, SoundLink, and SoundLink Revolve are trademarks of Bose
Corporation.
Bose Corporation Headquarters:
1-877-230-5639
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX
CONTENTS
Confirm that the following parts are included:
*The USB power supply and AC power adapters may vary slightly. Use the AC power adapter for your region.
NOTE : If any part of the product is damaged, don’t use it. Contact your
authorized Bose dealer or Bose customer service.
BOSE CONNECT APP SETUP
The Bose Connect app lets you set up and control the speaker from any mobile
device, such as a smartphone or tablet.
Using the app, you can manage Bluetooth connections, choose your voice prompt
language, manage speaker settings, and get new features.
DOWNLOAD THE BOSE CONNECT APP
- On your mobile device, download the Bose Connect app.
- Follow the app instructions.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
- For best Bluetooth performance, place your mobile device within 33 ft (10 m) of your speaker, and make sure there is a clear line of sight between you and your speaker. Moving your device farther away, or not having a clear line of sight may impact sound quality, and your device may disconnect from your speaker.
- Keep other wireless equipment at least 3 ft (1 m) away from your speaker.
- Place your speaker and your device outside of and away from metal cabinets, other audio/video components, and direct heat sources.
CAUTIONS
- Stand your speaker on its base. Standing your speaker on any other side may cause damage to your speaker and affect sound quality.
- Avoid placing your speaker on wet or dirty surfaces.
POWER
CONNECT TO POWER
Your speaker ships with a partial charge. Before using your speaker for the
first time, connect it to an AC (mains) outlet. Your speaker does not need to
be fully charged, but it does require the initial connection to activate the
battery.
- Plug the small end of the USB cable into the micro-B USB connector on your speaker.
- Plug the other end into the USB power supply.
- Plug the USB power supply into an AC (mains) outlet.
NOTE : If necessary, plug the AC adapter for your region into the AC (mains) outlet. The battery light 6 blinks amber, and your speaker emits a tone. When fully charged, 6 glows green.
POWER ON/OFF YOUR SPEAKER
On the button pad, press the Power button I.
- The first time you power on your speaker, the Bluetooth light glows blue, and you hear a voice prompt to select a language (see page 20).
- If you have already powered on your speaker and paired at least one mobile device, the Bluetooth light blinks white and connects to the last two paired mobile devices. You hear “Battery
percent. Connected to .” The Bluetooth light glows solid white.
BATTERY PROTECTION MODE
When your speaker is unplugged and unused for more than three days with a
remaining charge of less than 10 percent, it enters battery protection mode to
preserve battery power. To reactivate your speaker, connect it to AC (mains)
power.
When not in use, store your speaker in a cool place.
CAUTION : Do not store your speaker for extended periods when fully charged or when the battery light blinks red.
AUTO-OFF
Your speaker powers off after 20 minutes of inactivity (no sound coming from
your speaker) while using the following connections and power sources:
• AUX connection operating on battery or AC (mains) power.
• Bluetooth connection operating on battery power.
Disable auto-off
- Press and hold H and the Input mode button > simultaneously. You hear “Auto-off disabled.”
- Repeat to re-enable the auto-off feature.
SPEAKER CONTROLS
The button pad enables you to power on your speaker and control your speaker’s
playback, volume, and speakerphone.
NOTE : Certain mobile devices may not support these functions.
The Multi-function button controls music sources and speakerphone calls on
your mobile device from your speaker.
MEDIA PLAYBACK AND VOLUME
FUNCTION | WHAT TO DO |
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Play/Pause | Press |
NOTE: In Input mode, pressing V mutes the audio (see page 26).
Skip forward to the next track| Double-press
Skip backward to the previous track| Triple-press
Volume up| Press +.
Volume down| Press -.
PHONE CALLS
FUNCTION | WHAT TO DO |
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Make a call
| Press and hold the Multi-function button to activate voice control on your
mobile device. See “Access voice control” below.
Switch a call from speakerphone to your mobile device, while on a call|
Press and hold
Answer/End a call| Press
Decline an incoming call| Press and hold
Answer a second incoming call and put the current call on hold| While on
a call, press to answer a second call.
Decline a second incoming call and stay on current call| While on a
call, press and hold for one second.
Switch between two calls| With two active calls, double-press
Mute/unmute a call| While on a call, press + and – simultaneously.
Access voice control
The microphone in the speaker acts as an extension of the microphone in your
smartphone. Using on the speaker, you can access voice control on your mobile
device to make/take calls, 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.
Voice alerts
Your speaker identifies incoming callers (when applicable). To disable this
feature, see page 20.
VOICE PROMPTS
Voice prompts guide you through the Bluetooth pairing and connecting
processes.
PRE-INSTALLED LANGUAGES
• English | • German | • Korean | • Swedish | • Polish |
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• Spanish
• French
| • Mandarin
• Japanese
| • Italian
• Portuguese
| • Dutch
• Russian
|
SELECT A LANGUAGE
- Press z or H to scroll through available languages.
- When you hear your language preference, press and hold the Multi-function button to select it.
You hear a beep and “Ready to pair.”
CHANGE THE LANGUAGE
- Press and hold z and the Input mode button > simultaneously until you hear the voice prompt for the first language option.
- Press + or – to scroll through available languages.
- When you hear your language preference, press and hold until you hear a beep, and “Connected to
.”
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 computers. Before you can stream music from a device, you must pair the device with your speaker.
CHOOSE YOUR PAIRING METHOD
You can pair your device with your speaker using Bluetooth wireless technology
or Near Field Communication (NFC).
You can also use the Bose Connect app to pair your device (see page 13).
What is NFC?
NFC is a technology that enables mobile devices to establish wireless
communication with each other by simply tapping the devices together. Refer to
your device owner’s guide to see if your model supports NFC.
If your device does not support Bluetooth pairing via NFC or if you are
unsure:| Follow the instructions for “Pair your mobile device” on page 22.
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If your device supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC:| Follow the
instructions for “Pair a mobile device with NFC” on page 23.
NOTE : If your device supports Bluetooth pairing via NFC, you can use either pairing method.
PAIR YOUR MOBILE DEVICE
When you power on your speaker for the first time, the speaker automatically
searches for your mobile device.
1. On your device, turn on the Bluetooth feature.
TIP: The Bluetooth feature is usually found in the Settings menu.
2. Select your Bose Revolve + II SoundLink speaker from the device list.
Once paired, you hear “Connected to
NOTE : To pair an additional device, see page 24.
PAIR A MOBILE DEVICE WITH NFC
NOTE: When you power on your speaker for the first time, make sure a language
is selected before you pair your mobile device with NFC.
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Unlock your mobile device, and turn on the Bluetooth and NFC features.
Refer to your device owner’s guide to learn more about these features. -
Tap and hold the NFC touchpoint on your device to the top center of your speaker. The target area is the Bose logo.
Your device may prompt you to accept pairing.
Once paired, you hear “Connected to
PAIR AN ADDITIONAL MOBILE DEVICE
You can store up to eight paired mobile devices in the speaker pairing list.
- Press and hold the Bluetooth button l until the Bluetooth light blinks blue, and you hear, “Ready to pair another device.” Pair your device to the speaker (see page 23).
- If your device supports pairing via NFC, see page 23.
DISCONNECT A DEVICE
- Turn off the Bluetooth feature on your device.
- If your device supports pairing via NFC, tap and hold the NFC touchpoint on your device to the top center of your speaker. The target area is the Bose logo.
RECONNECT A DEVICE
When powered on, your speaker tries to reconnect with the two most recently-
connected devices.
NOTE : The devices must be within range and powered on.
If your device supports pairing via NFC, tap and hold the NFC touchpoint on
your device to the top of your speaker. The target area is the Bose logo.
MULTIPLE BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS
You can store up to eight paired mobile devices in the speaker pairing list,
and your speaker can be actively connected to two mobile devices at a time.
NOTE: You can only play audio from one device at a time.
IDENTIFY CONNECTED MOBILE DEVICES
Press the Bluetooth button l to hear which devices are currently connected.
SWITCH BETWEEN TWO CONNECTED DEVICES
- Pause audio on your first device.
- Play audio on your second device.
CONNECT A PREVIOUSLY PAIRED DEVICE
-
Press BLUETOOTH to hear which device is currently connected.
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Press BLUETOOTH within two seconds to connect to the next device in your speaker’s pairing list.
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Repeat until you hear the desired device name.
You hear a tone that indicates the device is connecting. -
Play audio on the connected device.
CLEAR THE SPEAKER PAIRING LIST
-
Press and hold BLUETOOTH for 10 seconds, until you hear “Bluetooth device list cleared. Ready to pair.”
All devices are cleared and your speaker is ready to pair a new device. -
Delete your speaker from the Bluetooth list on your device.
USE THE BOSE CONNECT APP
You can also easily manage multiple connected devices using the Bose Connect
app (see page 13).
WIRED CONNECTIONS
You can connect the audio output of a smartphone, tablet, computer or other type of mobile device to the AUX connector or micro-B USB connector.
CONNECT THE 3.5 MM STEREO CABLE
The AUX connector accepts a 3.5 mm stereo cable plug (not provided).
- Using a 3.5 mm stereo cable, connect your mobile device to the AUX connector on your speaker.
- Press the Power button I on your speaker.
- Press and release the Input mode button 7 until you hear “AUX audio.”
CONNECT THE USB CABLE
- Using the USB cable, connect your device to the micro-B USB connector on your speaker.
- Press START on your speaker.
- Press and release 7 until you hear “USB audio.”
SPEAKER STATUS
The top of the speaker has a series of lights that glow according to system state.
BATTERY STATUS
Shows the battery charge level. Each time you power on your speaker, the
battery light 6 displays the battery charge level for two seconds and a voice
prompt announces the battery charge level.
To check the battery charge level, press and hold the Power button I for three
seconds while checking.
NOTE : Battery performance varies with the content played and the volume
level at which it is played. In typical use, the speaker battery lasts up to
17 hours.
LIGHT ACTIVITY | SYSTEM STATE |
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Solid green | Medium to full charge |
Blinks amber | Charging |
Solid amber | Medium charge |
Blinks red | Need to charge |
BLUETOOTH STATUS
Shows the connection status of a mobile device.
LIGHT ACTIVITY | SYSTEM STATE |
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Blinks blue | Ready to connect |
Blinks white | Connecting |
Solid white | Connected |
INPUT STATUS
Shows the connection status of a device connected with an AUX or micro-B USB
cable.
LIGHT ACTIVITY | SYSTEM STATE |
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Solid white | Speaker is ready to play content from a device |
NOTE : For more information on using a cable to connect a device, see page 26.
PAIR BOSE PRODUCTS
You can pair your SoundLink Revolve + II with other Bose speakers to play audio together.
CHOOSE YOUR PAIRING METHOD
The way you pair with another Bose speaker varies depending on the type of
speaker you’re pairing with. Choose your pairing method from the table below.
SPEAKER | PAIRING METHOD |
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Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker | See “Pair with another Bose SoundLink |
Bluetooth speaker” below.
Bose Home Speaker or Bose Soundbar| See “Pair with a Bose Home Speaker or Soundbar” on page 32.
PAIR WITH ANOTHER BOSE SOUNDLINK BLUETOOTH SPEAKER
You can pair your Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speakers together to play in the
following modes using the Bose Connect app (recommended) or the speaker
control buttons:
• 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
-
Make sure both speakers are powered on.
-
Make sure a speaker is connected to your mobile device.
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On the speaker connected to your device, press and hold the Bluetooth button and + simultaneously.
-
Release the buttons when you hear “Press the Bluetooth and volume down buttons simultaneously on a second Bose device.”
-
On the other speaker, press and hold BLUETOOTH and – simultaneously.
-
Release the buttons when the speaker emits a tone.
After 10 seconds, you hear “Party mode” from both speakers simultaneously. Party mode is enabled. You are now able to play audio in unison using your device. -
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
-
Configure your speakers for Party mode (see page 30).
-
On a speaker, press the Bluetooth button and + simultaneously.
-
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. You are now able to play audio in stereo using your mobile device. -
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 mobile device, distance and environmental factors.
Switch between Party mode and Stereo mode
On either speaker, press button and + simultaneously.
Disable Party mode or Stereo mode
Do one of the following on either speaker:
- Press and hold l until you hear “Bose speakers unlinked.”
- Press and hold the Multi-function button and + simultaneously until you hear “Bose speakers unlinked.”
- Press the Power button I to power off the speaker.
PAIR WITH A BOSE HOME SPEAKER OR SOUNDBAR
With Bose SimpleSync technology, you can pair your SoundLink Revolve + II
speaker with a Bose Home Speaker or Bose Soundbar to listen to the same song
in two different rooms at the same time.
NOTE : SimpleSync technology has a Bluetooth range of 30 ft (9 m). Walls
and construction materials can affect reception.
Compatible products
You can pair your SoundLink Revolve + II speaker with any member of the Bose
Home Speaker family.
Popular compatible products include:
- Bose Soundbar 700
- Bose Soundbar 500
- Bose Home Speaker 500
- Bose Home Speaker 300
- Bose Portable Home Speaker
Pair using the Bose Music app
-
On your SoundLink Revolve + II speaker, press and hold the Bluetooth button l until the Bluetooth indicator blinks blue, and you hear “Ready to pair another device.”
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In the Bose Music app, from the My Bose screen, select your Bose Home Speaker or Bose Soundbar.
NOTE : To return to the My Bose screen, tap Z in the top-left corner of the screen. -
Tap the product image in the bottom-right corner of the screen.
-
Tap Group Speakers.
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Follow the app instructions to connect a new Bluetooth device using SimpleSync.
NOTES:
- Make sure that your SoundLink Revolve + II speaker is within 30 ft (9 m) of your Bose Home Speaker or Bose Soundbar.
- You can pair your SoundLink Revolve + II speaker with only one product at a time.
RECONNECT TO A BOSE HOME SPEAKER OR SOUNDBAR
Power on your SoundLink Revolve + II speaker (see page 15).
Your SoundLink Revolve + II speaker tries to connect to the two most recently-
connected Bluetooth devices, including your Bose Home Speaker or Bose
Soundbar.
NOTES:
- Your Bose Home Speaker or Bose Soundbar must be within range (30 ft or 9 m) and powered on.
- If your SoundLink Revolve + II speaker doesn’t connect, see “Connect a previously paired device” on page 25.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEAN THE SPEAKER
- Clean the surface of the speaker and handle with a soft, damp cloth (water only).
- Do not use any sprays near the speaker. Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives.
- Do not allow liquids to spill into any openings.
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Replacement parts and accessories can be ordered through Bose customer
service.
Visit:
worldwide.Bose.com/Support/SLRPii
LIMITED WARRANTY
The 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.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Input Voltage: 5V
Input Current: 1.6A
TROUBLESHOOTING
TRY THESE SOLUTIONS FIRST
If you experience problems with the speaker:
- Check the battery light 6 (see page 28). Charge your speaker if necessary.
- Secure all cables.
- Check the state of status lights (see page 28).
- Place your speaker according to placement guidelines (see page 13).
- Make sure your mobile device supports Bluetooth or pairing via NFC technology (see page 21).
OTHER SOLUTIONS
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: worldwide.Bose.com/contact
SYMPTOM | SOLUTION |
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No power (battery) | Battery may be in protection mode or discharged. |
Connect it to AC (mains) power.
Battery does not charge| Make sure you are using the Bose-provided USB
cable and USB power supply.
Connect the USB cable to a different USB power supply. Use a different USB cable.
Connect to a different AC (mains) power source.
Speaker does not pair with mobile device| On your mobile device, turn the Bluetooth feature off and then on. Remove your speaker from the Bluetooth list on your device. Pair your device again.
Pair a different device (see page 24).
Clear your speaker’s pairing list (see page 25). Pair your device again.
Reset your speaker (see page 37).
Speaker does not pair with NFC| Unlock your device and turn on the Bluetooth and NFC features.
Tap and hold the NFC touchpoint on the back of your device to the top of your speaker.
Remove your device from the case.
Make sure a language is selected (see page 20). Use Bluetooth to pair your device (see page 22).
Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speakers do not pair together manually|
Download the Bose Connect app for an additional method for pairing your Bose
speakers (see page 13).
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No sound| On your mobile device, turn the Bluetooth feature off and
then on. Remove your speaker from the Bluetooth list on your device. Pair
your device again.
Increase the volume on your speaker, your device and music source.
Make sure voice prompts are on. Press the Bluetooth button l to hear the connected mobile device. Make sure you are using the correct device.
Use a different music source.
Pair a different device (see page 24).
If two devices are connected, pause your other device.
No sound from a cabled device| Power on the device and play music.
Increase the volume on your speaker and device.
Press and release the Input mode button 7 until the Input light glows white.
Use a different cable. Connect a different device.
Poor sound quality| Use a different music source.
Pair a different device (see page 24).
If there are two devices connected, disconnect the second device. Increase the volume on the device.
Check device audio settings.
Poor sound quality from a cabled device| Increase the volume on your speaker and device. Use a different cable.
Connect a different device. Check device audio settings.
Audio plays from the wrong device (when two devices are connected)| Make sure voice prompts are on. Press the Bluetooth button l to hear the connected device(s). Make sure you are using the correct device.
Pause or quit the music source on the device playing music. Disconnect the second device.
Speaker powers off
| If using a cabled device, increase the volume on your device. Disable auto-
off (see page 16).
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Speaker does not pair with a Bose Home Speaker or Bose Soundbar| Press
and hold l until the Bluetooth indicator blinks blue, and you hear “Ready to
pair another device.”
Make sure that your SoundLink Revolve+ II speaker is within 30 ft (9 m) of your Bose Home Speaker or Bose Soundbar.
Speaker does not reconnect to a previously-paired Bose Home Speaker or
Bose Soundbar| See “Connect a previously paired device” on page 25.
Delayed audio when paired with a Bose Home Speaker or Bose Soundbar|
Download the Bose Connect app and run available software updates (see page
13).
RESET YOUR SPEAKER
Factory reset clears paired mobile devices and language settings from your
speaker and returns it to the original factory settings.
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Power on your speaker.
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Press and hold the Power button I for 10 seconds.
The speaker powers off. -
Press START.
The Bluetooth light glows blue, and you hear a voice prompt to select a language (see page 20).
References
- Bose Software Updater for: QuietComfort, QuietControl, SoundSport, SoundWear, SoundLink and BOSEbuild products
- Product registration
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