Bose A20 manual Multifunction/Audio priority switch

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USING THE HEADSET

Multifunction/Audio priority switch

The multifunction/audio priority switch has three positions:

Position

Function

Operation

 

 

 

Top

Intercom prioritized

When the switch is in the top position and an

 

over AUX

intercom signal is detected, AUX audio is muted.

Middle

Intercom mixed with

AUX

When the switch is in the middle position and an intercom signal is detected, AUX audio is mixed with the intercom audio.

Bottom

Intercom only

When the switch is in the bottom position, only intercom audio is active.

Note: On the Bluetooth® control module, when a Bluetooth wireless technology call is present, the audio from the call mutes the signal on the AUX audio input. In either the top or middle position of the multifunction switch, both the intercom and the Bluetooth wireless technology signal are heard as mixed.

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Contents A20 Aviation Headset Important Safety Instructions Safety InformationContents Troubleshooting Operational advisory Using audio sources Hearing safetyVolume control Recognizing aircraft soundsHeadset earcup requirements Earcup inner screenWhat’s included IntroductionHeadset assembly What’s in the cartonBluetooth control module Conventional control module Control module variationsPower and cable variations Battery powered options Dual powered optionsMicrophone assembly Attaching the microphone assemblyOperation switches Battery compartmentOpening the battery compartment To change the operation switchesAuto Off functionality Inserting and replacing the batteriesTo insert or replace the batteries To connect the headset Connecting the headset to the aircraftUsing the 6-pin plug To disconnect the headsetUsing the dual general aviation plugs Using other plug typesMicrophone placement Wearing and adjusting the headsetConditions related to fit Clothing clips Using the control module Power buttonPower indicator Indicator color Power source Type of light IndicatesAuxiliary AUX audio input Audio priorityMultifunction/Audio priority switch Multifunction/audio priority switch has three positionsUsing the headset With a Bluetooth-enabled phone Pairing the headset with your phoneRecovering a lost connection Bluetooth indicator light statusReconnecting to a previously connected phone Disconnecting a Bluetooth technology-enabled phoneBluetooth volume control To clear pairing device history from the headsetMaking and answering calls Instructions for airworthiness Cleaning the headsetGeneral cleaning Headset earcup openingsMicrophone windscreen Replacing partsMicrophone windscreen replacement Headband cushionBattery replacement Ear cushion replacementReplacing the ear cushions Microphone assembly or access cover replacement Headband cushion replacementStorage Noise Reduction Case of difficultyCommunications Audio Auxiliary audio input Bluetooth wireless technology Auto offMounting the aircraft panel connector Mono connection diagram Stereo connection diagramHelicopter U174 connection diagram Details on making the connectionsTechnical Information FAA Technical Standards Order Condition CategoryLocating the headset serial number WarrantyLimited warranty service To return your headset to Bose for repairOrdering parts and accessories Contact informationService and Warranty Information

A20 specifications

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