Getting Started
Welcome to your JBL PartyBox Encore Essential. This guide will help you set up and start using your speaker.
The product features a prominent JBL logo and is designed for portable audio experiences.
Initial Setup
Powering On: Locate the power button on the speaker. Press it to turn the device on. The speaker indicates battery levels with visual indicators, showing 20%, 50%, or 100% charge.
App Integration: To unlock more features and control your speaker, download and install the JBL PARTYBOX app. Look for it on the ? Google Play Store or the ? App Store.
Connecting Your Device
Bluetooth Pairing: Your JBL PartyBox Encore Essential supports Bluetooth connectivity for wireless audio streaming. Ensure your device's Bluetooth is enabled. The speaker has a Bluetooth range of up to 10 meters (33 feet). Once paired, your device, such as "JBL PB Encore Essential", will appear as connected.
TWS (True Wireless Stereo): Connect two JBL PartyBox speakers wirelessly for a wider soundstage using the TWS feature. [True Wireless Stereo]
Water Resistance: The speaker is rated IPX4, meaning it is protected against splashes of water. [IPX4 Water Resistance]
Technical Specifications
Specification | Details |
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Transducers | 1 x 5.25 inch woofer, 2 x 1.75 inch tweeter |
Output power | 100 W RMS |
Power input | 100-220 Vac / 47-63 Hz |
Frequency response | 50 Hz - 20 kHz @ -6 dB |
Signal-to-noise ratio | > 80 dB |
Battery type | Li-ion polymer 17.76 Wh (equivalent to 3.7 V 4800 mAh) |
Battery charge time | 3.5 hours |
Music play time | Up to 6 hours (dependent on volume level and audio content) |
USB format | FAT16, FAT32 |
USB file format | .mp3, .wma, .wav |
USB charge out | 5 V / 0.5 A (maximum) |
Cable type | AC power cable |
Cable length | 2000 mm / 78.7" |
Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
Bluetooth profile | A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.6 |
Bluetooth transmitter frequency range | 2.4 GHz - 2.4835 GHz |
Bluetooth transmitter power | < 15 dBm (EIRP) |
Bluetooth transmitter modulation | GFSK, π/4 DQPSK, 8DPSK |
Product dimensions (W x H x D) | 276 x 327 x 293 mm / 10.87 x 12.87 x 11.54" |
Net weight | 5.9 kg / 13.00 lbs |
Packaging dimensions (W x H x D) | 472 x 354 x 326 mm / 18.58 x 13.94 x 12.83" |
Gross weight | 7.27 kg / 16.03 lbs |
Important Notes
- Power cord quantity and plug type vary by regions.
- The product is intended for streaming music via Bluetooth. The Bluetooth connection must remain active for proper operation.
- The product enters sleep mode (networked standby) after 20 minutes without operation (power consumption < 2.0 Watts), reactivated via Bluetooth.
- The product enters standby mode after 20 minutes without operation (power consumption < 0.5 Watts).
- Maximum operating temperature is 45 °C.
- This equipment is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance.
- Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.