JBL Pulse 3

JBL Pulse 3

Waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker with 360° lightshow and sound.

Sold from 2017 until 2019

Predecessor Product: JBL Pulse 2
Successor Product: JBL Pulse 4

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Getting started with your JBL Pulse 3

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Product Specifications

Output power (W)
20
Dimensions (cm)
22.3 x 9.2 x 9.2
Dimensions (in)
8.77 x 3.62 x 3.62
Weight (kgs)
0.96
Weight (lbs)
2.11
Bluetooth version
4.2
Battery capacity (mAh)
6,000
Charging time (hrs)
4.5
Maximum music playing time (hrs)
12
3.5 mm audio cable Input
Yes
Auto-power off
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
JBL Connect+
Yes
Lightshow
Yes
Speakerphone
Yes
Voice Assistant integration
Yes
Waterproof
Yes
Wireless
Yes

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Take your listening experience to the next level with the JBL Pulse 3, the portable, waterproof Bluetooth speaker that combines 360° sound with 360° lightshow. Bring your music to life with glowing LEDs wherever you are. With a built-in rechargeable battery that delivers up to 12 hours of playtime and an IPX7 waterproof housing, Pulse 3 is perfect for worry-free listening by the beach or pool - or even in it. With JBL Connect+ technology, you can wirelessly link more than 100 JBL Connect+ enabled speakers to amplify the party. Pulse 3 also features a noise and echo-cancelling speakerphone for crystal clear calls. Simply shake the Pulse 3 to create a synchronized lightshow with other Pulse 3 devices. Customize your lightshow experience at the tip of your fingers with the JBL Connect app.

Wirelessly connect up to 2 smartphones or tablets and take turns playing music with exceptional 360° sound.
The built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery provides up to 12 hours of playtime with music and light show.
JBL Pulse 3's customizable 360° lightshow sets the atmosphere by bringing your favorite songs to life.
No more worrying about the Pulse 3 getting wet due to rain, spills or submersion in water.
Amplify your listening experience and build your own party by wirelessly connecting more than 100 JBL Connect+ enabled speakers.
With the noise and echo cancelling speakerphone you can take calls from your speaker with a touch of a button - crystal clear.
You can make your music look amazing by customizing the light sequences and easily adjust your settings with the JBL Connect app.
Access Siri or Google Now from the speaker with a simple button press.

FAQs & How-Tos

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  • If you are having trouble with distortion or drop out, try the following suggestions:

    Move the audio source closer to the speakers

    Move the speakers closer to each other

    Make sure the streaming speaker (host) only connects to one audio source, disconnect the Bluetooth connection between the streaming speaker (host) and other audio source

    Make sure the audio source only connects with one streaming speaker (host), disconnect the Bluetooth connection between the audio source and other speakers

    Restart both your speakers and the audio source

    Make sure speakers are away from other sources of wireless signal – you could be experiencing interference

    Re-pair the audio source with your speaker

    If you’re streaming audio content from the internet, the issue could be with the internet connection and not your speaker

  • If the buttons on your portable speaker are not working properly or are unresponsive while plugged into a power source, please try running the speaker on battery. If the buttons perform correctly while running on battery, this means your power supply is not providing enough current/amps. Be sure to use a power supply that has a rating equal to or greater than the amperage rating indicated in your product specs.
  • You need to dry the micro USB or power ports completely before plug-in power for charging.
  • You can change the JBL Pulse lightshow via JBL Portable app.

    1. Connect the Pulse with your phone, open the JBL Portable app and wait for app to recognize your speaker.  
    2. Click the Lightshow button to enter the lightshow set-up

    3. Swipe left and right to change lightshow
    4. Swipe to customized page, to select your favorite pattern and customize your lightshow
    5. Click the color wheel to change color or enter camera color picker
    6. Click the brightness button to adjust brightness of the lightshow



                                                                                                                                           
  • 1. In order to change the name of the speaker, you must first connect your speaker via Bluetooth and then download the JBL Connect app.
    2. Once the app is downloaded choose app and wait for it to recognize your device.
    3. Now that your speaker is highlighted, choose the gear located either below or to the right of the speaker image.
    4. Once you choose the gear you will have the option to edit the name by clicking on the small pencil icon.
    5. After you change the name, you will see a notification stating to "Reconnect to  Apply New Name"
    6. Go to your Bluetooth settings select "Forget This Device" and then reconnect to establish the new speaker name.
  • If there are drop out or connection issues when using PartyBoost or Connect+, it could be one of three things.

    1.      Units are too far apart (move units closer together) 

    2.      Interference from other 2.4gHz wireless units in the area.

    3.     Unit is no longer working as designed

    Here are some steps to isolate the issue:

     Try taking the units out of the house and test it outside with no interference to see if you still experience connectivity issues. If you still experience connectivity issues, please try steps below:

    Whatever unit drops off, remove that from the chain. Test the rest of the speakers and keep doing it until you find the speaker that is causing the drop outs.  If all speakers begin to drop off, please try a different order and repeat. Repeat this process with each unit being the “main speaker”. 

     Make sure to turn off all WiFi/RF devices. (Router, laptop, baby monitor, Nest cams, IP cams, WiFi switches, WiFi outlets, WiFi lights, cordless phones, etc.) 

    You should be able to identify the issue/speaker by following these steps. 

  • Yes, it is needed to close the USB cap completely for waterproof.
  • You can connect 2 smart devices ( iOS or Android ) simultaneously by Bluetooth. One when connecting via AUX cable.
  • • Always have clear line of sight between your Bluetooth device (speaker, headphones etc.) and source device (Smartphone/tablet/PC etc). Be aware of obstacles in front of your devices.

    • Try to shutdown other products that have Bluetooth, but are not being used. They are often the reason for interference even though they are not being used.

    • Do not stand too close to your Wi-Fi router since a Wi-Fi signal is stronger and in many cases will "overlap" the connection.

    • Be aware of walls around you. Concrete and brick walls will often interrupt the signal, as it cannot pass through such thick walls.

    • Bluetooth signals cannot travel through water, which includes the human body. Make sure with wireless headphones to keep your source device and the receiver on the same side of your body.

    • Open spaces such as parks can cause issues for your devices, as open air is "bad" for any Bluetooth signal if it cannot reflect from objects around you.
  • Power on the JBL Pulse 3 For 5 seconds, press and hold the "Volume +" and "Play" buttons The JBL Pulse 3 will power off, and is now reset
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