How To

Only identical Connect-equipped speakers can be used a true stereo pairs. Speakers that are not identical will play double mono.

This function is not available on these BDS units. So-called five-channel stereo is a feature which is available in Harman Kardon AVR surround receivers, but it has not been included in the BDS platform.

Yes, it can be done very easily. 1: First power on your AURA Studio. 2: Press volume + and Phone button at the same time for 5 seconds. 3: All LED light indicators will flash for 1 second. 4: Your AURA Studio has been reset.

Yes, that is possible. 1: Turn on your Cinema Base. 2: Press surround and volume - button simultaneously for 5 seconds. 3: When the source button on the Cinema Base lights amber for 1 second and goes off after. 4: Your Cinema Base is now reset.

Yes, press and simultaneously hold down the Aux and the Zoom (Blue) buttons on the BDS remote control for at least three seconds. The input selector panel buttons all flash three times.

JBL BAR Setup App (for Bar 5.1 Surround)
Software Update Release Notes
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Version (iOS):  1.0.9431 (2208021531)
Version (Android):  1.0.11129
Release Date:  August 22, 2022
Release Media:  App Store (iOS & Android)


What’s New

1. Improved Amazon Account setup experience
2. Improved the overall customer experience

JBL BASSPRO GO

Software Update to V2

(new feature, supports Home Power Adapter)

 

 

This update allows you to update your original BASSPRO GO to version 2 which will now be compatible with the Home Power Adapter.

 

This update is fairly intricate. We recommend that it be done by a professional. All JBL authorized car audio dealers can perform this update. However, if you’d like to perform the update yourself, please download the instructions here and read through them. If you feel comfortable performing the update yourself, download the zip file here, and be sure to follow the instructions 100% to the letter.

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.

PSAP (Personal Sound Amplification) is a new feature accessible within the JBL Headphones App. When this feature is turned on, it works similar to Ambient Aware, but it focuses on picking up vocal frequencies in front of you. 

 

1. GAIN: The Personal Sound Amplification function is designed to amplify sound in the vocal range, it can assist users with (limited) hearing loss to maintain conversations more easily, especially in noisy environments. It should then amplify the speech of the person sitting across from you, not the general ambient sound as with Ambient Aware. The algorithm uses beamforming to pick out the voice from the other sounds, much like what happens during a phone call, but instead of focusing on your own voice it focuses on the voice further away from you. The gain setting allows you to amplify those vocal frequencies.

 

2. BALANCE: The balance setting adjusts the amplification effect between your left and right ears using the slider. When set to 0 (in the middle), both ears will receive the same amplification, but depending on the user’s personal needs/preferences, they can focus the amplification more towards either the left or right ear. 

 

Personi-Fi 2.0 is a new feature available through the JBL Headphones App. This feature helps to personalize the sound using the best possible sound curve based on your hearing capabilities. It will first ask a few questions, and then check your current ambient audio. You will be informed that this step should be completed in a quiet environment. It will play a series of test tones in all the different frequencies wherein after each frequency test tone is played, it will ask you what is the lowest volume setting you can hear. Nine different sounds will be played in each ear (18 in total).

Simply press and release the button when you hear a sound. After it goes through all the test tones, it then calculates the best sound for your ears based on the results. It allows you to demo the results by playing a track. You will be able to toggle it on/off to hear the difference.

JBL ONE APP

Software Update Release Notes

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Version:  Android 1.8.18 ; iOS 1.8.18

Release Date: June 27, 2024

 

What’s New

1. Add support for PartyLight Beam
2. Add 4 new ambient audio tracks - Forest, Rain, Ocean, City Walk to Moment setup option
3. Add JBL user account* with Product Registration support

*Availability depends on region, Product Registration is only for JBL One compatible products

Rated Power Output

Partybox 200:
AC Power 120W
12V (car) 90W (PLEASE NOTE: NO BATTERY)

Partybox 300:
AC Power 120W
DC Power (battery) 90W
12V Power (car) 90W (PLEASE NOTE: DOES NOT CHARGE THE PARTYBOX, ONLY POWERS)

Partybox 310:
AC Power - 240W
DC Power (battery) - 140W
12V Power (car) - 140W (PLEASE NOTE: DOES CHARGE THE PARTYBOX)

JBL PARTYBOX APP

Software Update Release Notes

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Version:  Android 3.7.13 ; iOS 3.7.12

Release Date: October 8, 2023

What’s New

1. Seamlessly connect PartyBox Club 120 & Stage 320 with previous PartyBox models (710/310/110/Encore/Encore Essential)
2. Enhance multi-speaker connection performance
3. Add support for Partylight Beam

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Version:  Android 3.4.24 ; iOS 3.4.24

Release Date: October 8, 2023

What’s New

1. Add support to turn PartyBox's feedback tone on/off

 

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

JBL PORTABLE App
Software Update Release Notes
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Version (iOS):  5.6.7
Version (Android):  N/A
Release Date:  September 13, 2022
Release Media:  App Store (iOS)


What’s New

1. Solved the issue that iOS 16 users could not use JBL PORTABLE App

The single ANC/TalkThru button accomplishes several tasks, turning the ANC on and off, and turning the TalkThru on and off.  It behaves slightly different than you might expect.  Here is a description of how to accomplish each task.

To turn ANC on and off
Short Press: ANC On (voice prompt states ANC On)
Short Press: ANC Off (voice prompt states ANC Off)

To turn TalkThru on and off
Long Press: TalkThru On (voice prompt states TalkThru On)
Short or Long Press: TalkThru Off, but ANC is now On (voice prompt states ANC On)
Short Press Again to turn ANC Off as well (voice prompt states ANC Off)

NOTE:  The voice prompt will never state that TalkThru is Off.
 

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 begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased from authorized resellers in the United States and used in the United States.
 

Warranty Period: Home Audio, Portables, Headphones
One year (except non-powered speakers, which are covered for five years)

Warranty Period: Car Audio, Marine, Powersports
One year (except Stadium & StadiumGTO Series speakers, which are covered for three years)

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

 

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 (5 years for any non-powered speakers) 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. Refer to the Warranty Card provided with your JBL product for specific details including what is not covered along with other terms and conditions.
 
During the warranty period, the product or components will be repaired or replaced at JBL’s option, without charge for either parts or labor. Alternatively, JBL may decide at their sole discretion to refund the pro-rated portion of the original purchase price based on the remaining balance of the warranty period.
 
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

 

How to obtain warranty service?

Before requesting a replacement, you may read through our support materials and FAQs. If your questions are not answered, please reach out to our experts for personal assistance and troubleshooting. If you still need to replace your product, please follow these steps:
 

1. Have your purchase receipt or order confirmation handy

2. Please visit our support section at https://www.jbl.com/support-warranty.html  to fill out the warranty exchange form.

The JBL Xtreme will not be supported by the JBL Portable app while using Apple devices with iOS 14 or later versions due to incompatibility. 
You can continue to use the speaker through Bluetooth or Aux connection and manual pairing, but cannot stereo pair with another Xtreme through the JBL Portable App.  
There is no plan to release a new Firmware currently as the JBL Xtreme has been discontinued.

If you still wish to use JBL Xtreme with the JBL Portable app, please connect it with Apple devices with iOS 13 or below, or connect it with Android devices.