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Using Modes

Modes are groups of settings that you can create and quickly switch between depending on your situation. There are multiple Modes available to start. You can also create your own Modes to quickly recall the different settings that work best for you.

Using Active Noise Reduction Modes

Modes

From the home screen, tap "Modes"

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To remember your last used mode, tap the "Remember My Modes" button to enable this feature.


You can have up to 4 modes:
  • Full noise cancelling "Quiet mode"
  • Fully "Aware mode"
  • 2 Custom modes

Tap "Create Mode" to name your modes.



In Aware mode, the ActiveSense feature automatically adjusts the noise cancellation depending on your surroundings.
  • You must enable In-Ear Detection for this feature to work. You can do so in settings:
  • ActiveSense does not work while on a call
  • ActiveSense is only available in aware mode, not in custom modes created
  • This feature is enabled as a default. Tap the ActiveSense button to disable

To enable or disable ActiveSense:

  1. On the Modes screen, tap the Aware Settings icon.

     
  2. Tap the ActiveSense button to disable or enable.

Using the Modes

  • QC Earbuds - Double-tap the left earbud to cycle through the modes
  • QC Ultra Earbuds and QC Earbuds II - Touch and hold an earbud to cycle through the modes
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