S O U N D L I N K R E VO LV E + I I
IMPORTA N T SA F ET Y I N STR UCT I O N S 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 Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4.
R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N 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.
R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N The product, in accordance with the Ecodesign Requirements for Energy Related Products Directive 2009/125/EC, is in compliance with the following norm(s) or document(s): Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008, as amended by Regulation (EU) No. 801/2013.
R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N 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. Commercial registration number 36037901 Address Gorslaan 60 1441 RG Purmerend The Netherlands Model identifier F5V-1.
R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N 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.
R EG U L ATORY I N FOR M AT IO N 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.
L EG A L IN FOR M AT ION Security Information T his 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.
CON T EN TS WHAT’S IN THE BOX Contents.............................................................................................................................. 12 BOSE CONNECT APP SETUP Download the Bose Connect app............................................................................. 13 SPEAKER PLACEMENT Placement guidelines..................................................................................................... 14 POWER Connect to power..........................................
CON T EN TS BLUETOOTH® CONNECTIONS Choose your pairing method...................................................................................... 21 Pair your mobile device................................................................................................. 22 Pair a mobile device with NFC................................................................................... 23 Pair an additional mobile device................................................................................
CON T EN TS PAIR BOSE PRODUCTS Choose your pairing method...................................................................................... 29 Pair with another Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker..................................... 29 Pair the speakers using the Bose Connect app (recommended)......... 29 Pair the speakers manually.................................................................................. 30 Switch between Party mode and Stereo mode...........................................
W HAT’S IN T HE BOX CONTENTS Confirm that the following parts are included: SoundLink Revolve + II Bluetooth speaker USB power supply* USB cable AC power adapters* * 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. Visit: worldwide.Bose.
BOSE CON N ECT A P P SETU P 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 1. On your mobile device, download the Bose Connect app. BOSE CONNECT 2. Follow the app instructions.
SP EA KER P L ACEM EN T PLACEMENT GUIDELINES • 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.
P OW ER 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. 1. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the micro-B USB connector on your speaker. 2. Plug the other end into the USB power supply. 3. Plug the USB power supply into an AC (mains) outlet.
P ower 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 6 blinks red.
SP EA KER CON T R OL S 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.
Speaker Controls The Multi-function button V controls music sources and speakerphone calls on your mobile device from your speaker. MEDIA PLAYBACK AND VOLUME FUNCTION WHAT TO DO Press V. Play/Pause NOTE: In Input mode, pressing V mutes the audio (see page 26). Skip forward to the next track Double-press V. Skip backward to the previous track Triple-press V. Volume up Press H. Volume down Press z.
Speaker Controls PHONE CALLS FUNCTION WHAT TO DO Make a call Press and hold the Multi-function button V 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 V. Answer/End a call Press V. Decline an incoming call Press and hold V. Answer a second incoming call and put the current call on hold While on a call, press V to answer a second call.
VOI CE P R OM P TS Voice prompts guide you through the Bluetooth pairing and connecting processes. PRE-INSTALLED LANGUAGES • English • German • Korean • Swedish • Spanish • Mandarin • Italian • Dutch • French • Japanese • Portuguese • Russian • Polish SELECT A LANGUAGE 1. Press z or H to scroll through available languages. 2. W hen you hear your language preference, press and hold the Multi-function button V to select it. You hear a beep and “Ready to pair.” CHANGE THE LANGUAGE 1.
B LU E TO OT H CON N ECTI ONS Bluetooth wireless technology lets you stream music from mobile devices such as smartphones, t ablets, 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).
B LU E TO OT H CON N ECTI ONS 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 ,” and the Bluetooth light glows solid white. NOTE: To pair an additional device, see page 24.
B LU E TO OT H CON N ECTI ONS 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. 1. Unlock your mobile device, and turn on the B luetooth and NFC features. Refer to your device owner’s guide to learn more about these features. 2. 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.
B LU E TO OT H CON N ECTI ONS 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 B luetooth feature on your device.
MULTI P L E B LU E TO OT H CON N EC T I O N S 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 c onnected. SWITCH BETWEEN TWO CONNECTED DEVICES 1. Pause audio on your first device. 2. Play audio on your second device.
W I R ED CON N ECTI ON S 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). 1. Using a 3.5 mm stereo cable, connect your mobile device to the AUX connector on your speaker. 2. Press the Power button I on your speaker. 3. Press and release the Input mode button 7 until you hear “AUX audio.
SP EA KER STATUS The top of the speaker has a series of lights that glow according to system state.
Speaker Status 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 6. 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.
PA IR BOSE P R OD U CTS 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 Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker See “Pair with another Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker” below.
Pair Bose P roducts 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 a speaker is connected to your mobile device. 3. On the speaker connected to your device, press and hold the Bluetooth button l and H simultaneously. 4. Release the buttons when you hear “Press the Bluetooth and volume down buttons simultaneously on a second Bose device.” 5.
Pair Bose P roducts Stereo mode 1. Configure your speakers for Party mode (see page 30). 2. On a speaker, press the Bluetooth button l and H 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. You are now able to play audio in stereo using your mobile device. 4.
Pair Bose P roducts 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.
Pair Bose P roducts 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 B luetooth 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.
CA R E A N D M A IN T EN A N CE 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.
T R OUBL ESHOOTI N G 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).
T roubleshooting SYMPTOM SOLUTION 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). 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. No sound Make sure voice prompts are on.
T roubleshooting SYMPTOM Speaker powers off Speaker does not pair with a Bose Home Speaker or Bose Soundbar SOLUTION If using a cabled device, increase the volume on your device. Disable auto-off (see page 16). 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.
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