JLab Audio Bluetooth Earbuds Guide
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BLUETOOTH® EARBUDS
FIRST-TIME SETUP: BLUETOOTH PAIRING
Turn on Bluetooth in your device's settings.
Diagram: Smartphone showing Bluetooth settings with the Bluetooth toggle switched ON.
Press and hold the button for 10 seconds. Release. A light will flash red and blue to indicate pairing mode.
Diagram: Earbud inline remote with the multi-function button highlighted. An indicator shows a red and blue flashing light.
Select 'JLab BT' in your Bluetooth device settings to connect. A blue light will flash slower when Bluetooth is paired.
Diagram: Smartphone showing Bluetooth settings, selecting 'JLab BT'. A second image shows the earbuds with a slow blue flashing light.
RECURRING USE
Once the JLab BT has initially paired with your device, the earbuds will automatically connect to the Bluetooth device when you POWER ON again. (Follow the BUTTON FUNCTIONS instructions.)
BUTTON FUNCTIONS
Volume & Track Control
- VOLUME UP: Click once
- ADVANCE TRACK: Press and hold for more than 2 seconds
- VOLUME DOWN: Click once
- REVERSE TRACK: Press and hold for more than 2 seconds
Power & Call Management
- POWER ON: Press and hold for 3 seconds
- POWER OFF: Press and hold for 5 seconds
- PLAY / PAUSE / ANSWER / END CALL: Click once
- ACTIVATE SIRI (IOS) OR 'OK GOOGLE' (ANDROID): Double-click
- BLUETOOTH PAIRING: (Follow First-Time Setup: Bluetooth Pairing instructions)
EQUALIZER MODES
Press the button 3 times for different EQ settings (the JBuds BT will cycle through 3 EQ settings).
- JLAB SIGNATURE MODE (One Sound): JLab C3™ signature sound with amplified voice and bass.
- BALANCED MODE (Two Sounds): Balanced sound with no additional tuning.
- BASS BOOST MODE (Three Sounds): Amplified bass and sub-bass.
AUDIO SIGNALS
- POWER ON: Chime ?
- CONNECTED TO BLUETOOTH: Two Chimes ?
- LOW BATTERY: "Low battery" voice prompt (Below 20%)
- POWER OFF: Chime ?
CHARGING
Open the USB port and plug the cable into a computer or USB power source to charge. Ensure your charging source is rated 5V or less.
Diagram: Earbud USB port, USB cable connected to earbuds and a power source (computer or wall adapter).
A light will remain red while charging and turn blue when fully charged.
Diagram: Charging indicator light showing red (charging) and then blue (fully charged).
FIT ADJUSTMENT
First, place the Cush Fin followed by the gel eartip.
Diagram: Earbud with Cush Fin and gel eartip attached.
Note: Styles and options may vary.
Rotate the Cush Fins to your desired position.
Diagram: Rotating the Cush Fin on the earbud for optimal fit.
Experiment with different eartips and Cush Fins until you find the best fit.
Diagram: Showing examples of trying different eartips and Cush Fins.
CABLE CLIP USAGE
Attach the cable clip near the center of the cable.
Diagram: Cable clip attached to the earbud cable.
Attach to the front or back of your shirt.
Diagram: Earbuds worn with the cable clip attached to a shirt.
TROUBLESHOOTING CONNECTION ISSUES
CAN'T SEE JLAB BT ON MY DEVICE
Turn off Bluetooth and then go to your device's settings.
Diagram: Smartphone settings screen showing Bluetooth toggled OFF.
If you still do not see JLab BT, repeat the FIRST-TIME SETUP: Bluetooth Pairing instructions.
Diagram: Smartphone settings screen showing Bluetooth toggled ON.
JLAB BT WON'T RECONNECT TO MY DEVICE AFTER POWERING ON
In your device's settings, select 'Forget JLab BT'.
Diagram: Smartphone Bluetooth settings list showing 'JLab BT' with an option to 'Forget' or remove the device.
Turn off Bluetooth and then go to your device's settings.
Diagram: Smartphone settings screen showing Bluetooth toggled OFF.
Repeat the FIRST-TIME SETUP: Bluetooth Pairing instructions.
Diagram: Smartphone settings screen showing Bluetooth toggled ON.
BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTING TO AN UNWANTED DEVICE
Note: The JLab JBuds BT can memorize up to 8 devices. It will attempt to automatically connect to the last device used.
If more than one device has been connected to JLab BT, TURN OFF Bluetooth on the unwanted devices and TURN ON Bluetooth on the selected device.
Diagram: Smartphone Bluetooth settings showing multiple connected devices, then selecting 'JLab BT'.
Press and hold the button for 10 seconds. Release. A light will flash red and blue to indicate pairing mode. Select 'JLab BT' in your Bluetooth device settings to connect. A blue light will flash slower when Bluetooth is paired.
Diagram: Earbud inline remote with the multi-function button highlighted. An indicator shows a red and blue flashing light, followed by a slow blue flashing light.
WARNINGS & ADVICE
Important Precautions
- Ensure the USB port is closed and secured. This protects it from sweat and water damage. ?
- Before charging, the JLab BT needs to be completely dry. If there has been any exposure to moisture, internal components may be damaged. Before charging, it is best to let it air dry. ?️
ADVICE
- Avoid moisture or liquids entering the tip of your earbud or charging port.
- Avoid extreme heat, cold, and humidity. ?️
- Avoid dropping or crushing the earbuds, forcing the cable when pulling quickly or with too much force, or bending the cable at a sharp angle.
- Earwax may build up on the earbud tips, reducing sound quality. Carefully remove earwax with a cotton swab or other small tool to improve sound quality. ?
- If you experience discomfort or pain, try lowering the volume or stop using them temporarily.
- If you regularly experience discomfort while using this product, discontinue use and consult your physician. ?⚕️
- We recommend treating your earbuds like sunglasses, keeping them in a safe place when not in use. ?️
