BOOM 2 - Bluetooth speaker ULTIMATE EARS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Brand	Ultimate Ears (UE)
Model	BOOM 2
Dimensions (approx.)	180 mm (height) x 67 mm (diameter)
Weight (approx.)	538 g
Power Source	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery via Micro USB port
Battery Life	Approximately 15 hours (depending on usage)
Charging Time	Approximately 2.5 hours with AC adapter
Connectivity	Bluetooth, NFC, 3.5 mm auxiliary input
Bluetooth Range	Up to 30 m (outdoors)
Protection Rating	IPX7 (waterproof, withstands immersion up to 1 m for 30 minutes)
Main Functions	Play/pause, track skipping (by tap), volume control, Double Up (pairing two speakers)
Dedicated App	UE BOOM (iOS/Android) for settings and Double Up
Materials	Robust plastic, acoustic fabric, sealing gaskets
Tripod Mount	Yes (mounting insert under removable ring)
Cleaning and Maintenance	Wash with warm soapy water
Auto-Off	After 15 minutes of inactivity
Warranty	2 years (depending on country)

Frequently Asked Questions - BOOM 2 ULTIMATE EARS

How to turn the speaker on and off?

Press the Power button (located on top of the speaker) to turn on or off. The speaker automatically turns off after 15 minutes of inactivity.

How to pair the speaker with my smartphone via Bluetooth?

Press and hold the Bluetooth button until you hear a sound. Enable Bluetooth on your phone and select 'UE BOOM 2' from the list of devices.

How to use NFC for pairing?

If your phone is NFC compatible, place it directly against the speaker (near the NFC area) for instant pairing.

What 'Tap' gestures are available?

With the speaker in an upright position, tap once on top to play/pause, tap twice to skip to the next track. Enable/disable this function in the UE BOOM app.

How to clean the speaker?

The speaker is waterproof and resistant to water. Clean it with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive products.

How to check the battery level?

Press the volume + and - buttons simultaneously. The LED indicator shows the charge level.

How to pair two UE BOOM 2 speakers for stereo sound?

Use the Double Up feature in the UE BOOM app or without the app: on the playing speaker, press Bluetooth and + simultaneously, then press Bluetooth twice on the other speaker.

Can I use the speaker with a wired source?

Yes, plug a 3.5 mm audio cable into the Aux-in port under the waterproof cover.

How to charge the speaker?

Use the provided Micro USB cable and plug it into an AC adapter (not included) or a USB port. The LED indicator shows charging status.

What to do if the speaker does not turn on?

Make sure the battery is charged. If the problem persists, reset the speaker by pressing and holding the Bluetooth button for 10 seconds. Refer to the user manual for more details.

USER MANUAL BOOM 2 ULTIMATE EARS

BOOM 2 | GETTING STARTED > BOOM 2 | TAP CONTROLS

BOOM 2 | TAP CONTROLS

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Tap Controls let you control the music directly from your UE BOOM 2.

To do a tap first pick up the UE BOOM 2 and hold it upright. Tap the top of the speaker one time to play music from your mobile device. Tap the top of the speaker again to pause the music. Tap the top of the speaker twice to skip a song.

You can turn tap control on or off from within the settings menu of your UE BOOM app.

Click here to watch tap control tutorial video.

BOOM 2 | GETTING STARTED > BOOM 2 | POWER

BOOM 2 | POWER

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Power - ON / OFF

When powered on, UE BOOM 2 automatically reconnects to the last mobile device it was connected to.

UE BOOM 2 will automatically turn itself off after 15 minutes of inactivity to save battery life.

BOOM 2 | GETTING STARTED > BOOM 2 | PLAY MUSIC

BOOM 2 | PLAY MUSIC

Once UE BOOM 2 is on and connected to your mobile device, just hit play to begin streaming your music.

You can control the volume from your mobile device, or directly from your UE BOOM 2.

GETTING STARTED

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Bluetooth

Power - ON / OFF

Check battery charge level by pressing the + and - volume buttons simultaneously.

UE BOOM 2 is made with lifeproof and waterproof materials. To wash, use warm soapy water.

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3.5mm aux-in port

Tripod mount insert

Micro USB port

Charge LED

WEATHER DOOR

Integrated weather door protects the 3.5mm aux-in port and Micro USB port.

D-RING

Removable D-Ring reveals standard tripod mount insert.

MICRO-USB

Recharge UE BOOM 2 via the Micro USB port.

POWER

Use the included power supply and USB cable for quickest recharge.

BOOM 2 | GETTING STARTED > BOOM 2 | CONNECT

BOOM 2 | CONNECT

To pair UE BOOM 2 with your mobile device, press and hold the Bluetooth button until you hear the tone.

Bluetooth Button

Go to the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device and select UE BOOM 2 from the list.

For NFC-enabled devices, hold your device directly against the UE BOOM 2, as shown, to pair and connect.

BOOM 2 | GETTING STARTED

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Bluetooth

Power - ON / OFF

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Check battery charge level by pressing the + and - volume buttons simultaneously.

UE BOOM 2 is made with lifeproof and waterproof materials. To wash, use warm soapy water.

3.5mm aux-in port

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Tripod mount insert Micro USB port Charge LED

WEATHER DOOR

Integrated weather door protects the 3.5mm aux-in port and Micro USB port.

D-RING

Removable D-Ring reveals standard tripod mount insert.

MICRO-USB

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Recharge UE BOOM 2 via the Micro USB port.

POWER

Use the included power supply and USB cable for quickest recharge.

BOOM 2 | GETTING STARTED > BOOM 2 | DOUBLE UP

BOOM 2 | DOUBLE UP

Connect two UE BOOM 2s together for bigger sound.

Use the Double Up option on the home page of this app and follow the on-screen instruction.

You can also Double Up the UE BOOM 2 with a UE MEGABOOM, Shop Nowor UE BOOM that has been updated with the latest firmware. Use the Double Up option on the home page of this app and follow the on-screen instructions.

Or to Double Up without the app, simultaneously press the Bluetooth and + buttons on the speaker that is playing music. Then press the Bluetooth button twice on the speaker that you want to add.

Double Up Lock:

Use Double Up Lock to have the speakers automatically Double Up the next time they are both powered on together.

To enable “automatic” Double Up, toggle the “Double Up Lock” setting to ON in the “Settings” section of this app.