Slide the power button in an upwards position. The power button will be located on the right arm next to the bluetooth button. Once you power on you will hear the audio chime. If this is your first time powering on the speaker, it will automatically go into pairing mode. You will see the fast blinking LED light as it searches for a device. Make sure that the device you are attempting to connect to is in pairing mode. The JBL Soundgear should be displayed on your discoverable devices within 3-8 seconds. Choose the JBL Soundgear and you are now connected!