Headphones User Manual
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Tab 6, 14
English Tab 2, 10 Tab 3, 11 Tab 4, 12 Tab 5, 13
Tab 8, 16Tab 7, 15
TROUBLESHOOTING
In case of difficulty
Look for the problem in the left column of the table, then follow 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, access cover, bat-
teries, windscreen, headband cushion, and ear cushions are replaceable by the 
user. For instructions on how to care for and maintain the headset, see “Headset 
Care and Maintenance” on page 23. 
Noise Reduction
Communications
Problem What to do
Communication, 
but no Acoustic 
Noise Cancelling
®
noise reduction in 
either ear.
• Make sure the headset is turned on. 
• Press the power button to turn the headset on.
• Check the power indicator. See page 16 for a description of the 
power indicator. 
• If using aircraft power, check the aircraft fuse or circuit breaker.
• If using battery power, make sure the batteries are fresh and 
correctly installed.
Note: Replace batteries with alkaline batteries only. Do not use any 
other battery chemistries.
No active Acoustic 
Noise Cancelling 
noise reduction and 
no communication.
• Make sure the headphone plugs are securely inserted into the 
panel connectors.
• Try using the headset in a different seat location.
• Remove the microphone assembly from the headset and check 
for damage to the connector or pins. See “The microphone 
assembly” on page 8.
Problem What to do
Acoustic Noise 
Cancelling noise 
reduction, but no 
incoming audio.
• Check to see if the volume controls are set too low. See “Volume 
control” on page 16 for instructions on volume adjustment.
• Check the volume setting of intercom/radio. 
• Make sure the headphone plugs are securely inserted into the panel 
connectors.
• Try a different seat location in the aircraft.
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