JBL Tune 520BT

JBL Tune 520BT

Wireless on-ear headphones

Sold from 2023 until now

Getting started with your JBL Tune 520BT

Getting started with your JBL Tune 520BT

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Product Specifications

Driver size (mm)
33
Number of Microphones
1
Driver sensitivity at 1kHz/1mW (dB)
102 dB SPL@ 1kHz 1mW
Dynamic frequency response range (Hz)
20 Hz – 20 kHz
Impedance (ohms)
30
Audio Cable Length (ft)
0.7
Audio Cable Length (m)
0.2
Ear Cup Depth (cm)
1.7
Ear Cup Depth (in)
0.7
Ear Cup External Height (cm)
3.2
Ear Cup External Height (in)
1.3
Ear Cup External Width (cm)
7.3
Ear Cup External Width (in)
2.9
Ear Cup Internal Height (cm)
3.2
Ear Cup Internal Height (in)
1.3
Ear Cup Internal Width (cm)
3.2
Ear Cup Internal Width (in)
1.3
Weight (g)
157
Weight (oz)
5.54
Bluetooth profiles
HFP 1.7.2, AVRCP 1.6.2, A2DP 1.3.2
Bluetooth frequency
2.4 GHz – 2.4835 GHz
Bluetooth transmitted modulation
GFSK, π/4-DQPSK, 8-DPSK
Bluetooth transmitter power
6 dBm (E.I.R.P)
Bluetooth version
5.3
Charging time (hours from empty)
2
Maximum play time (hours)
57
Bluetooth
Yes
Charging cable
Yes
Foldable
Yes
Built-in Microphone
Yes
Hands Free Call
Yes
JBL Pure Bass Sound
Yes
Multi-Point Connection
Yes
On-ear
Yes
Speed charge
Yes
Voice Aware
Yes

Wireless on-ear headphones with JBL Pure Bass sound

The JBL Tune 520BT headphones stream powerful JBL Pure Bass sound thanks to the latest 5.3 BT technology. Easy to use, these headphones provide up to 57 hours of pure pleasure and an extra 3 hours of battery with just 5 minutes of charge. Download the free JBL Headphones App and customize your sound through the EQ, while Voice Prompts guide you through the headphones features. Manage calls, sound and volume from the earcup, thanks to the convenient button control. If a call comes in while you are watching a video on another device, the JBL Tune 520BT seamlessly switches to your mobile device, so you never miss a call. Lightweight and comfortable even after hours of listening, the JBL Tune 520BT headphones fold flat in your backpack to follow you everywhere.

The JBL Tune 520BT utilizes the renowned JBL Pure Bass sound, the same technology that powers the most famous venues all around the world.
Wirelessly stream high-quality sound from your smartphone without messy cords with the help of the latest Bluetooth technology.
Download the free JBL Headphones App to tailor the sound to your taste with the EQ. Voice prompts in your desired language guide you through the Tune 520BT features.
For long-lasting fun, listen wirelessly for up to 57 hours and recharge the battery in as little as 2 hours with the convenient Type-C USB cable. A quick 5-minute recharge gives you 3 additional hours of music.
Easily control your sound and manage your calls from your headphones with the convenient buttons on the ear-cup. Hear your voice while talking, with the help of Voice Aware.
Allows you to effortlessly switch from one Bluetooth® device to another. You can simply switch from a video on your tablet to a call on your mobile phone, so that you’ll never miss a call.
The lightweight materials and soft ear cushions with a padded headband make the headphones comfortable to wear for extended periods. The foldable design makes it convenient for you to carry your headphones anywhere and anytime you want music.
Siri or Hey Google is just a button away. Activate the voice assistant of your device by pushing the multi-function button.

FAQs & How-Tos

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  • Yes, the headphones have Multipoint Connection, which allows you to switch seamlessly between the connected devices. 
  • Press volume + and volume - simultaneously for 5 seconds to reset.
    The headphone must be ON while doing this.
  • If not pre-installed on your Android device, visit your App store to download the ‘Google Assistant’ App.

    After you have paired your JBL headphones to your device via Bluetooth, you should receive a pop-up notification (pictured below). Please tap the notification on your device to start the Google Assistant setup. You will now be directed to the Google Assistant App.

    Step 1

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    Follow the steps to connect and pair “JBL XXXX-LE” (depends on your model) with your devices.
    Once set up is complete, you will see the below screen:

    Step 2

    Set up Google Assistant #2.png

    PLEASE NOTE: In order to verbally interact with your Google Assistant via the headphone you must turn on the ‘Spoken Notifications’ in the Google Assistant App. This can be found under: Assistant Devices > Notifications. Alternatively, your JBL headphones can be added to the Google Assistant App manually by adding them as a Bluetooth device if this was not done when first paired. Google Assistant must be selected as your chosen voice assistant in the settings of the My JBL Headphones App also.
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  • Visit your App store to download the ‘Google Assistant’ App.

    After you have paired your JBL headphones to your device via Bluetooth, you should receive a pop-up notification (pictured below). Please tap the notification on your device to start the Google Assistant setup. You will now be directed to the Google Assistant App.

    Step 1

      Set up Google Assistant #1.png
    Follow the steps to connect and pair “JBL XXXX-LE” with the Google Assistant App, the name will depend on your model.
    Once set up is complete, you will see the below screen:

    Step 2

    Set up Google Assistant #2.png

    PLEASE NOTE: To verbally interact with your Google Assistant via the headphone, you must turn on the ‘Spoken Notifications’ in the Google Assistant App. This can be found under Assistant Devices > Notifications. Alternatively, your JBL headphones can be added to the Google Assistant App manually by adding them as a Bluetooth device if this was not done when first paired. Google Assistant must be selected as your chosen voice assistant in the settings of the My JBL Headphones App also.
      Set up Google Assistant #3.png
    Set up Google Assistant #4.png
  • This product features Multi-Point Connection which allows you to be connect to two devices at the same time. Effortlessly switch from listening to music on your portable device to a call from your phone.

    To connect to two devices at the same time:

    1. Power on your product.
    2. Make sure that the device you wish to connect to has the BT settings on and within range.
    3. If this is the first time connecting your product, you will notice a flashing LED to indicate that it is searching for a device to connect to. (If this is not your first time, your product will automatically reconnect to the last device it was connected to)
    4. Under your BT settings, go to discoverable devices and the product name should pop up within a few seconds. Depending on the device you are using, you may have to tap on the product to complete the connection. 
    5.Now that you are connected to the first device, push the BT button on the product to connect to the second device. The product should start searching for the second device by displaying a flashing LED.
    6. Go to your BT settings on your second device. The product should pop up on your discoverable devices should pop up within a few moments.

    (Please Note: If the product does not show up on your discoverable devices while it is in pairing mode, quickly turn off your BT settings and turn it back on. This will typically result in resetting the BT search in which your product should pop up on discoverable devices within a few moments)


     
  • This headphone is supported by the My JBL Headphones App.

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