



JBL® CONTROL XSTREAM
Powerful and perfect for both indoor and outdoor use, the JBL® Control XStream is the world’s first wireless loudspeaker pair with Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth® capabilities. With Chromecast built-in, you can instantly stream music from your favorite music app, radio, or podcast from services like Google Play Music, Spotify, Pandora to your speaker using your smart device or voice command, while working with the Google Assistant. To amplify your party, speakers with Chromecast built-in can be grouped together to enjoy the same song in every room. Moreover, powered by Spotify Connect, you can experience effortless control of your music with just pressing “PLAY” button on the speaker to play your favorite playlist instantly.
Product Specifications
General Specifications
Low-frequency transducer | 5.25" (133mm) woofer |
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High-frequency transducer | 1" (25mm) tweeter |
Rated power | 30W per channel RMS |
Frequency response | 70Hz–20kHz |
Signal-to-noise ratio | 80dBA |
Input connections | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, Aux-in |
Product Dimensions (W x D x H) | 253.5mm x 178mm x 145.5mm per speaker |
Weight | 2.65kg (Primary speaker) |
Packaging Dimensions (W x D x H) | 430mm x 230mm x 300mm |
Gross weight | 6.7kg |
Power supply | 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 60 Watts |
Power consumption in sleep mode | <2.0W (for primary speaker), <0.5W (for secondary speaker) |
Bluetooth® version | 4.2 |
Bluetooth® transmitter frequency range | 2402−2480MHz |
Bluetooth® transmitter power | <4dBm |
Bluetooth® transmitter modulation | GFSK, π/4 DQPSK, 8DPSK |
5G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range | 5.150~5.350GHz,5.470~5.725GHz, 5.725~5.825GHz |
5G Wi-Fi transmitter power | <20dBm (EIRP) |
5G Wi-Fi modulation | OFDM, BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM |
5G Wi-Fi network compatibility | IEEE 802.11 n/ac |
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range | 2412–2472MHz(2.4GHz ISM Band, USA 11 Channels, Europe and others 13 Channels) |
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter power | <20dBm (EIRP) |
2.4G Wi-Fi modulation | OFDM, DSSS, DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, 16QAM, 64QAM |
2.4G Wi-Fi network compatibility | IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac |
Power consumption in sleep mode | 2.0 Watts/hour |
Note - The JBL Control XStream is intended to be used for streaming music via Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi technology. This product is designed to be instantly on and ready to play music at a moment’s notice. The JBL Control Xstream is in compliance with the European Union energy legislation. It will enter into sleep mode (networked standby) after 10 minutes without operation, after which it can be re-activated via Bluetooth® or Wi-Fi. |
Documents & Downloads
Spec Sheets
Quick Start Guide
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What’s in the Box
- 1 x JBL Control XStream
- 2 x Regional power cord(s)
- 1 x Quick-start guide
- 1 x Safety & Warranty sheet
FAQs & How-Tos
Can Control Xstream withstand all weather.
Control Xstream is splash proof (IPX3). Which means that they can be used outside, but they should not be exposed to direct precipitation.
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Can I stream Google Chromecast via my PC to Control Xstream?
Yes, Control Xstream is a Chromecast device that allows you to cast music content via your Chrome browser. However, the JBL Control Xstream is not made for video purposes, because there will be delay between sound and image.
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Is there a Wi-Fi signal indicator on JBL Control Xstream?
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.
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Does Control Xstream have Spotify Connect?
Yes, Control Xstream supports Spotify Connect, which can be used from the Spotify app if you have a premium account.
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Can I get wallmounts for Control Xstream
Please note that although the Control Xstream does have a threaded insert for brackets, JBL offers no brackets. Custom made wallmounts should be used.
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Will Control Xstream switch off when they are not used (standby)
This speaker will go to standby mode after 10 minutes inactivity. It turn on when you start playing to it again.
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Can I use Bluetooth with my Control Xstream
Yes, that’s the best part about this speaker, there are so many options. Besides streaming over Wi-Fi, the JBL Control Xstream also offers a Bluetooth connection and an AUX input
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Can I connect my Control Xstream speakers to 5GHz Wi-Fi?
Yes, Control Xstream uses both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHZ wi-fi networks.
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