How to Reset Bose Over-Ear Headphones: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to easily reset your Bose over-ear headphones to fix connectivity issues with our simple guide.

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To reset your Bose over-ear headphones, follow these steps: First, turn off your headphones. Press and hold the Power/Bluetooth button for about 10 seconds until you see the Bluetooth indicator blinking. Release the button, then wait for the 'Bluetooth ready to pair' message. Finally, reconnect the headphones to your device. This procedure clears the list of connected devices and restores factory settings, resolving most connectivity issues.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I troubleshoot connectivity issues with my Bose over-ear headphones? If you're experiencing connectivity issues with your Bose over-ear headphones, try resetting them first as described in the video. Additionally, ensure that your device's Bluetooth is turned on and within range. If the problem persists, consider removing the headphones from your device’s Bluetooth list and then re-pairing them.
  2. What should I do if my Bose headphones won't turn on? If your Bose headphones won't turn on, check if they are charged. If they don’t respond, try performing a reset by pressing and holding the Power/Bluetooth button for 10 seconds until the indicator blinks. If the issue continues, reach out to Bose support for further assistance.
  3. Can I connect my Bose over-ear headphones to multiple devices? Bose over-ear headphones typically remember the last eight devices they’ve connected to. However, they can only be actively connected to one device at a time. To switch devices, you must disconnect from the current one first.
  4. What does it mean when the Bluetooth indicator on Bose headphones is blinking? A blinking Bluetooth indicator on your Bose headphones signifies that they are in pairing mode, which means they are ready to be connected to a device. Once you successfully connect, the blinking will stop and remain solid.