JBL Control X

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

Power consumption in standby-mode is <2.0W for primary speaker and <0.5W for the secondary speaker.

Please note that although the Control Xstream does have a threaded insert for brackets, JBL offers no brackets. Custom made wallmounts should be used.

With some of the new mobile devices, pressing the Play/Pause button seems not to work, as devices require longer time to receive confirmation of the action. Please check on the JBL Control X wireless top panel LED indication that the command is received and acknowledged before pressing the Play/Pause command again. It can result in having to press the button two times quickly to activate the proper command before command acknowledgement times out.

Yes, via the Google Home app. Press the three dot icon on the specific speaker, and select device settings. Press on the subject "name" and this will allow you to change the device name. Press save afterwards.

The JBL Control X is built for outdoor and indoor purposes. If you are placing the JBL Control X outdoor, please be aware that it should not be exposed to directly to the elements (rain, snow, sunlight). We advise you to place the speaker under a roof so the connections on the back won't be exposed to outside sources. If you have placed it correctly under a roof, they can outlast all types of weather.

This is an active speaker, so it can be connected with an 3.5 mm AUX connection.

Yes, Control Xstream uses both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHZ wi-fi networks.

Yes, just be aware that you are responsible for correct installation when using 3rd party wall mounts. The included wall-mounting kit in the box fits perfectly and is good for outdoor or indoor use.

This speaker will go to standby mode after 10 minutes inactivity. It turn on when you start playing to it again.

Control Xstream is splash proof (IPX3). Which means that they can be used outside, but they should not be exposed to direct precipitation.

Speakers are associated with each other from the factory. If one of them fails, and you get a replacement, then you will need to follow the association section in the owner's manual, so you can pair your new speaker with the one you have. We do not recommend doing this to mix differently colored speakers, only if one of them becomes defective.

No. Although the Control X Wireless have a rugged exterior and are portable, they are not all-weather speakers. Any direct exposure to harsh weather condition (rain, snow, extreme hot/cold temperatures) will damage the speakers.

Please note that although the Wireless version of Control X does have a threaded insert for brackets, JBL offers no brackets. The brackets for the Control X passive model cannot be used with the wireless version. Brackets for the wireless version must be custom made.

The wireless connection between the two speakers is a 2.4 GHz connection

This is addressed in the owner's manual. After associating a group of four speakers, when deciding to go back to normal operation as two pairs, it is recommended to reset them to factory default settings, which requires associating speaker pairs again.

Yes, Control Xstream supports Spotify Connect, which can be used from the Spotify app if you have a premium account.

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.

No, there is no option for bi-wiring, sorry.

Like previous versions of our Control series, we had wall-mount brackets included in the box, and we also added it in this new Control series. The wall-mount is a lot stronger than previous models.

Yes, on the master speaker (the one with playback buttons), simply press the Reverse and Forward Play buttons at the same time for 3 seconds. Please note that after you have performed the reset procedure, master and secondary speakers are no longer connected. Go to the owner's manual page 4, the section "speaker association", to pair the secondary and master again.

In Bluetooth, there may be a small difference between the telephone (source) and the JBL Control X wireless unit. This means that they are not using the same scale. In any case, the difference will remain within one audio step on the phone or speaker.

No, you can only have one activate device connected to the speaker. Please un-pair your current Bluetooth device, then connect with another device if needed.

Alarm sound function in Bluetooth connectivity is not supported in iOS devices, however it is supported in Android devices.

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.