With the release of v.3.0 of the JBL Music app, owners of the JBL Authentics L8 and L16 are now greeted with a message that an update is available. If you own one of these speaker systems, and you know that it already supports Spotify Connect, the update firmware is already installed, and you can ignore this message. If your speaker system does not already support Spotify Connect, the update is available for you, but you cannot perform it yourself, it must go to a service center to be updated. Please contact Harman Helpdesk or the distributor in your country for advice regarding servicing.

No, the app works with the ELITE models only. These are the ones that feature Active Noise Cancelling.

No, the headphones switch on and off with the Oculus Rift.

No, this cable is straight, with no remote control. The headphones have remote control buttons on the ear pods, which can be used when listening over Bluetooth wireless.

Yes, the cable has a one-button remote control and a microphone. This means that you can pause, resume play, you can pick up the phone and stop a call, and talk to other people through the microphone. There is no option to control music volume on the cable remote. That is only possible when using the Bluetooth system for wireless listening, with the volume buttons on the ear pod.

Yes. All but the Bar Studio model have an LED display on the soundbar's front panel. The display tells which source input, volume level, and sound feature you are on. You are able to dim the display, using the remote, during low light usage.

There is a Wi-Fi indicator on the back of the main speaker, and when it turns amber, it indicates that the Wi-Fi signal is weak. Try to move the speaker closer to your Wi-Fi router, and when the signal indicator turns White again, then it has a steady connection.

No. This is a wired headphone that features a detachable one button universal remote/microphone. This headphone does not have bluetooth capabilities.

No. The 600BTNC headphone does not feature any IPX rating that protects it against sweat or water. Over exposure to water can compromise the controls on the headphones.

Yes, the UA Sport Wireless Flex has an IPX5+ rating which makes it resistant to sweat and moisture.

Yes, the Xtreme 2 features an IPX 7 rating. IPX7 is defined as the speaker can be immersed in water up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes.

This model is supported by the JBL Partybox App.
Download the JBL Partybox App from the App Store or Google Play Store and install it to use the following features:

SETTINGS: OTA update | Firmware Version | Quick Start Guide

REMOTE CONTROL: Music playback – Play/Pause & Skip Track | Karaoke – Bass/Treble/Echo | DJ sound effect – Here you can swap which samples will play when you hit the three Sound Effect buttons on the top panel, or play all of the available sounds on one screen | Top panel control | Source select | Bass Boost – On/Off

LIGHT SHOW: Fully customize your light show in real time – Change light themes and animations to suit your mood | Turn animations on or off | Turn the strobe on or off | Customize color (preset or color palette) | SOLO mode

GET LOUD: Connect in TWS, switch Stereo channels and enable Party Mode

This headphone does not feature volume control. You must manually control volume from your device.

Please check with your car manufacturer to ensure your car supports CAN or K-line. JBL DRG only works with CAN and K-line to get the engine data for engine sound simulation. If your car does support CAN or K-line, please launch the JBL DRG app and check the engine sound volume bar (the right column with button marked with “E”) in the “Sound Mode” section to make sure it is not turned off.

Please use an OBD II extension cable in this case. An extension cable is not included in the package but they are readily available for purchase on-line.

When you place the two Free earphones in the charging case, you will see a white led ring light up on both of them. At the same time, some of the four dot-leds on the charging case will light up to indicate the battery level of the case battery. When the earphones are fully charged, the white led ring goes out on each of them. When both are fully charged, the charging case charging level leds go out too.

The JBL Free automatically switches from stereo to mono when making or taking phone calls. Voice calls will only come through the right ear piece for a more natural call experience.

In the event that left and right ear piece pairing is lost, power on both ear pieces and press the buttons 3 times on each ear piece to initiate re-pair.

In the event that ear pieces do not re-pair automatically to paired Bluetooth device, power off ear pieces individually by press and hold the buttons for 5 seconds. To enter Bluetooth pairing mode when ear pieces are powered off, press and hold on buttons of both earpieces for 8 seconds. Re-pair the right ear piece with desired Bluetooth device when LED indicator on right ear piece alternates between blue and white LED lights.

Remove ear pieces from the case. Both ear pieces should automatically connect to each other. Wireless connections are automatically established when the headphones are taken out of the case. To pair to a different device, press and hold the Right ear piece for 5 seconds as it alternates between blue and white LED lights. Make sure that the device you are attempting to connect to is in pairing mode. The JBL Free should display on discoverable devices within 3-8 seconds. Choose JBL Free and the headphones will connect after you hear the audio confirmation tone.

Remove the Right ear piece from the case. (It should automatically enter into pairing mode and will alternate between blue and white LED) Make sure the unit you are trying to connect to is in pairing mode. It should recognize the JBL Free within 3-8 seconds. Choose "JBL Free" to connect.

The JBL Free has an IPX5 rating that helps protect the headphones from sweat and moisture.

The JBL Free X does not feature volume control. In order to adjust the volume, you must manually increase/decrease from your device.

You cannot download the JBL Portable App on a PC. This app is only available on mobile devices.

You can adjust Equalizer, Spatial Sound, RGB LED effects, change microphone settings and update the headset's firmware

You can clean it by wiping it gently with a damp cloth. Take extra care not to let water leak into the speaker chamber, as it will damage the speaker drivers.

The JBL Trip visor mount is bi-directional. Mount the clip to the other side of visor as shown in the “quick start guide” section 8. This will help displace the weight differently and your issue should be solved.

JBL Warranty Information

The Limited Warranty starts on the original purchase date and is only valid for products bought from authorized dealers within the APAC regions and used within those regions.
Warranty Period: One year for Home Audio, Portable Devices, Headphones, and Car Audio products (excluding Australia and New Zealand**).

**For Australia and New Zealand, please refer to the attached link for specific details.
https://www.jbl.com.au/warranty-information.html

What is covered by the JBL warranty?

Unless a different warranty period is stated in the Warranty Card provided with your JBL product, JBL warrants for a period of 1 year (except Australia and New Zealand, please refer to https://www.jbl.com.au/warranty-information.html) from the date of retail purchase by the original end-use purchaser, that this product, when delivered to you in new condition, in original packaging, from a JBL authorized reseller and used in normal conditions, is free from any defects in manufacturing, materials and workmanship.
 During the warranty period, the product or components will be repaired or replaced at JBL’s option, without charge for either parts or labor.
Any warranty service or replacement that is performed will not extend the original warranty period.

What is not covered by this warranty?

This Limited Warranty does not cover damage or failures that are a result of:
Damage caused by accident, unreasonable use or neglect (including the lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance)
Damage to, or deterioration of, any accessory or decorative surface
Damage resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in the owner’s manual.
Damage resulting from the performance of repairs by someone other than an authorized JBL service center
Deterioration of component parts, the nature of which is to become worn or depleted with use such as batteries and headphone ear pads

NOTE: Warranty coverage can differ by model, please refer to the warranty card included with your product to check your coverage.
 

The Checklist

Let us walk-through a list of things needed to ensure every requirement is met.

1. Check your mobile device if that is able to connect to same Wireless network.
2. Make sure you are within range of your Wireless router.
3. Check the Wireless signal on your mobile device, does it have a weak signal then move closer to the router.
4. Try both Wireless network bands 2.4GHz and 5GHz in case one of them are failing.
   1. You will have longer range with 2.4GHz, but less performance and most of the times a crowded network (many devices are using 2.4GHz band).
   2. You will have less interference with 5GHz and higher performance, however, the range of the 5GHz network has shorter range.
5. Try using a different mobile device, if you have one.
6. Reboot your Wireless network router and your mobile device.

Watch the video below for help with setting up your Google Assistant device.

Wireless Network Extender

Some houses or apartments can be too big for one Wireless network router to cover it all.
Let's talk about the issues that might appear with an Extender network.

1. Network Extenders that will help cover poor signal in your home, often results in poor connection and low speed performance.
2. Often the Network Extender is a low budget device or not suited for having too many devices attached to it.
3. Placement of the speaker is crucial as you can put it in a place where it could connect to either main Wireless router or the Extender, that will confuse Wireless network devices.
4. To solve this issue, try move the speaker closer to main router or have fewer devices attached to your Wireless Extender.
5. In addition, always use 5GHz connection between your Network extender and main router (best solution and performance).

One Wireless Network Name (SSID)

1. You may have set the Wireless Network SSID (Wi-Fi network name) to one big Wireless network (With a main router + Extender(s).
2. If the JBL LINK device is within range of both Wireless networks (Main router & Extender) then it can get confused with which one to connect to.
3. To solve this issue, using two different name for your extended network will help with the performance of the JBL LINK Speaker and Google Assistant request.

 

The Left and Right bud should sync together automatically when removed from the case. If the Left and Right bud do not sync together automatically within 15 seconds, you may manually sync the buds together. With the buds out of the case, press the center button on each bud 3x. This action does not have to be done simultaneously. You may start with either the L or R bud to initiate syncing.