JBL PARTYBOX 520

MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO

Important Safety Instructions

For all products:

• Clean only with a dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near heat sources like radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades, one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is for your safety. If the supplied plug does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, especially at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Use only attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only the cart, stand, tripod, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. If a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-cord or plug damage, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• To disconnect completely from the mains, disconnect the power cord from the receptacle.
• The mains plug of the power cord shall remain readily operable.
• This apparatus is intended for use only with the power supply cord and/or charging adapter supplied by the manufacturer.

The following instructions may not apply to waterproof devices. Refer to the user manual or quick start guide for more instructions on water protection, if applicable.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and ensure no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on it.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.

THIS SYMBOL ON THE PRODUCT MEANS THERE ARE UNINSULATED DANGEROUS VOLTAGES INSIDE THE PRODUCT ENCLOSURE THAT MAY CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

THIS SYMBOL ON THE PRODUCT MEANS THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS GUIDE.

Correct Disposal of Product (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)

This symbol means the product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste and must be taken to a suitable collection center for recycling. Proper disposal and recycling help protect natural resources, human health, and the environment. For more information about the disposal and recycling of this product, please contact your municipality or waste collection service, or the retail store where you purchased the product.

RoHS Compliance

This product complies with Directive 2011/65/EU and its amendments, restricting the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

REACH

REACH (Regulation No 1907/2006) addresses the production and use of chemical substances and their potential impact on human health and the environment. Article 33(1) of the REACH Regulation requires suppliers to inform recipients of an article if it contains more than 0.1% (by weight per article) of any substance on the Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) (the REACH Candidate List). This product may contain the substance "lead" (CAS No. 7439-92-1) in a concentration exceeding 0.1% by weight. At the time of this product's market introduction, apart from lead, the product does not contain any other REACH Candidate List substances in a concentration exceeding 0.1% by weight.

Note: Lead was added to the REACH Candidate List on June 27, 2018. The inclusion of lead on the REACH Candidate List does not mean that materials containing lead pose an immediate risk or that its use is restricted.

For devices with headphone connectors

WARNINGS/PRECAUTIONS

• Do not use headphones at a high volume for a prolonged period of time.
• To prevent hearing damage, use headphones at a moderate and comfortable volume level.
• Lower the device volume before putting on headphones, then gradually increase it to a comfortable listening level.

For products that include batteries

Instructions for users on the removal, recycling, and disposal of used batteries

To remove batteries from your equipment or remote control, reverse the procedure described in the owner's manual for inserting batteries. For products with a built-in battery that is meant to last the product's lifetime, the user cannot remove it. In this case, recycling or recovery centers handle the dismantling of the product and battery removal. If, for any reason, it becomes necessary to replace such a battery, this procedure must be carried out by authorized service centers. In the European Union and other locations, it is illegal to dispose of any battery with household waste. All batteries must be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner. Contact your local waste management officials for information on environmentally safe collection, recycling, and disposal of used batteries.

WARNING: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, or leakage of flammable liquid or gas, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short-circuit, expose to temperatures above 60 °C (140 °F), direct sunlight, or similar, expose to extremely low air pressure, or dispose of in fire or water. Replace only with the batteries specified. The symbol indicating "separate collection" for all batteries and accumulators is the crossed-out wheeled bin shown below:

For all products with wireless operation:

HARMAN International hereby declares that this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. The Declaration of Conformity can be viewed in the specifications section of the product details page, accessible from www.jbl.com or www.jbl.com/doc.

WARNING: For products that contain coin/button batteries

DO NOT INGEST BATTERY. CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD. This product contains a coin/button battery. If swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just two hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

Epilepsy Warning

Some people may experience epileptic seizures when exposed to flashing lights.

Precautions for mounting the stand

Always follow the safety instructions and warnings from the speaker and stand manufacturer.

This speaker features a mounting hole that allows it to be mounted on a 35 mm pole of tripod stands or on a 35 mm pole on subwoofers. When using stands or poles, ensure you take the following precautions:

• Check the specification of the stand or pole to ensure the device is designed to support the speaker's weight. Pay attention to all safety precautions specified by the manufacturer.
• Always ensure the stand (or subwoofer/pole) is placed on a smooth, stable surface and ensure the legs of tripod stands are fully extended. Position the stand so that the legs do not present a tripping hazard.
• Use this floor stand only on smooth, solid surfaces. Once the stand is placed and adjusted (legs extended), carefully tighten the locking knobs and use the safety lock. After placing the speaker on the stand, check its stability: When rocking each side by 10 degrees (relative to the surface), the speaker should not fall off. If necessary, lower the speaker's height and extend the stand's base.
• Route cables so that performers, production personnel, and the audience do not trip over them and pull the speakers down.
• Inspect the stand (or pole and associated hardware) before each use and do not use equipment that is missing parts or is worn or damaged.
• Do not attempt to place more than one PARTYBOX series speaker on a single stand or pole.
• Always exercise caution in windy outdoor conditions. Additional weight (e.g., sandbags) may need to be placed on the stand base to improve stability. Avoid placing signs or similar items on any part of a speaker system. Such accessories could act like a sail and pull the system over.
• Unless you are confident you can handle the speaker's weight, ask another person to help you place it on the tripod or pole stand.

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase! This manual contains information about the JBL PARTYBOX 520 speaker. We encourage you to take a few minutes to read this manual, which describes the product and includes step-by-step instructions to help you get your product up and running. It is essential to read and understand all instructions before using the product. If you have any questions about this product, its installation, or operation, please contact your dealer or customer support, or visit us at www.jbl.com.

What's in the Box

The box contains:

• 1) Main unit
• 2) Power cord*
• 3) Quick start guide, safety sheet, warranty card

*The number of power cords and plug type vary by region.

Product Overview

Top Panel

The top panel features controls for the speaker:

• 1) Microphone Controls:
• VOL +: Adjusts microphone volume.
• BASS +: Adjusts bass level.
• TREBLE +: Adjusts treble level.
• ECHO +: Adjusts echo level.
• 2) Sound Effect Panel: Selects a special sound effect.
• 3) BASS BOOST: Enhances bass level (Level 1, Level 2, or Off).
• 4) Play/Pause/Resume: Controls playback. Rotating it adjusts the main volume (right for increase, left for decrease).
• 5) Power Button: Turns the speaker on or off.
• 6) LED Ring:
  • Press to activate or deactivate light effects.
  • Press and hold for over 2 seconds to turn the strobe and bright light on or off.
  • Rotate to cycle through different light patterns (NEON, LOOP, BOUNCE, TRIM, SWITCH, FREEZE).
• 7) Bluetooth Button: Accesses Bluetooth pairing mode.
• 8) Chain Button: Accesses multi-speaker connection.
• 9) Mobile Device Stand: A slot for placing a mobile device.
• 10) Telescopic Handle: For easy portability.

Caution: Do not look directly at the light-emitting parts while the speaker lights are on.

LED Behaviors:

Rear Panel

The rear panel contains various ports and controls:

• 1) USB-C Port: Connects to USB storage devices, PCs, tablets, or mobile devices for charging.
• 2) AUX IN: Connects to an external audio device using a 3.5 mm audio cable (not supplied).
• 3) MIC/GUITAR/LINE IN: Connects to a microphone, guitar, or line-in device like a DJ mixer.
• 4) MIC 2/GUITAR/LINE IN Switch: Selects the input type for the corresponding jack.
• 5) Guitar/Line IN Volume Dial: Adjusts the volume for guitar or line-in devices.
• 6) GAIN 2: Adjusts the gain for the microphone (2) or guitar/line-in input.
• 7) CHAIN IN/OUT: Connects multiple PARTYBOX speakers in series using 3.5 mm audio cables (not supplied).
• 8) GAIN 1: Adjusts the gain for the microphone (1) input.
• 9) MIC IN: Connects to a microphone.
• 10) Battery Compartment: Pull the latch down to open and access the battery.
• 11) AC Power Input: Connects to an AC power source.
• 12) Pole Mount: For mounting the speaker on a pole.

Powering On

Precautions:

• Use only the supplied power cord.
• You can use AC power or the built-in battery as the speaker's power source.

1. Connect the AC power.
2. Press the Power button to turn on the speaker.

Tips:

• Fully charge the speaker before first use to prolong the battery life.
• When the speaker is on, you can check the battery charge level by pressing any button.
• The speaker automatically enters standby mode after 20 minutes of inactivity. Press any button on the speaker to wake it up.

Using the PARTYBOX

Notes: Only one sound source can be played at a time. Starting playback from another source will always interrupt the current source.

Bluetooth Connection

You can use the speaker with a smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth.

1. Press the Bluetooth button on the speaker to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
2. Select "JBL PartyBox 520" on your Bluetooth device to establish the connection.
3. Once connected, audio from the Bluetooth device will be transmitted to the speaker.

Notes:

• This speaker supports multipoint connection; you can pair a second Bluetooth device without disconnecting the first.
• If prompted for a PIN code, enter "0000".
• Bluetooth performance can be affected by the distance between the product and the Bluetooth device, as well as the operating environment.

To disconnect a Bluetooth device:

• Turn off the speaker, or
• Disable Bluetooth on your device.

To reconnect a Bluetooth device:

• When you turn on the speaker next time, it will attempt to reconnect to the last connected device.
• If not, manually select "JBL PartyBox 520" on your Bluetooth device to connect.

USB Connection

Connect the speaker to a PC, tablet, or other mobile device to play and record audio (for microphone and guitar/line-in inputs only). Connect a USB storage device containing playable audio material to the speaker's USB-C port (not for EMEA region). The speaker will automatically switch to the USB source, and audio playback will begin.

Tip: The speaker plays audio files from the USB storage device from the root folder down to the last subfolder level alphabetically. Up to 8 subfolder levels are supported.

Compatible Audio Formats:

Recording Audio to a USB Storage Device

1. Press and hold the Bluetooth and Bass Boost buttons simultaneously for over 2 seconds to start recording (microphone and guitar inputs only). The Bass Boost LED will flash white once.
2. Repeat step 1 to stop recording. The Bass Boost LED will flash white twice.

Music Control

• Press Play/Pause once to pause or resume playback.
• Press Play/Pause twice to skip to the next track.
• Press Play/Pause three times to skip to the previous track.
• Rotate the volume dial to increase or decrease the main volume.
• Press Bass Boost to enhance bass level (Level 1, Level 2, or Off).

Note: Skip function is not available in AUX mode.

AUX Connection

Connect an external audio device to the speaker using a 3.5 mm audio cable (not supplied). The speaker will automatically switch to the AUX source. Start audio playback on the external device.

Mixing Sound (Microphone/Guitar/Line-in)

You can use a microphone, electric guitar, or line-in device (like a DJ mixer, not supplied) to mix sound with an audio source.

Notes:

• Always set the volume of the guitar/line-in device or microphone to the minimum level before connecting/disconnecting.
• Always disconnect the guitar/line-in or microphone when not in use.

Connecting a Microphone:

1. Connect a microphone to the MIC IN (1) or MIC 2 (2) jack.
2. When connecting a microphone to jack 2, adjust the corresponding slider accordingly.

Connecting a Guitar:

1. Connect a guitar to the LINE IN jack (1).
2. Adjust the corresponding slider accordingly.

Replacing the Battery (JBL BATTERY600)

1. Pull the latch down to open the battery compartment and remove the old battery.
2. Insert a new battery of the same type (JBL BATTERY600) with the metal contacts facing down, then close the battery compartment cover.

Charging a Mobile Device

Use the USB-C port to charge your mobile device.

Moving the PARTYBOX

Precautions:

• Before transporting the speaker, ensure all cables are disconnected.
• To avoid personal and/or material damage, hold the product firmly while moving it.

The telescopic handle design allows you to move the speaker easily. You can also carry the speaker by holding it firmly on both sides when necessary.

Mounting on a Pole

Precautions:

• Installation should be performed by qualified persons following safe installation standards.
• The installer is responsible for selecting and correctly using mounting accessories to mount the speaker on a pole safely and securely.

The speaker has a 35 mm pole mount socket. Ensure the pole is stable and can support the speaker's weight (25.5 kg / 56.2 lbs).

Advanced Use

JBL PARTYBOX App

Download and install the JBL PARTYBOX app to access more product features.

Light Effects

• Press the LED Ring button to activate or deactivate light effects.
• Press and hold the LED Ring button for over 2 seconds to turn the strobe and bright light on or off.
• Rotate the LED Ring dial to cycle through different light patterns: NEON, LOOP, BOUNCE, TRIM, SWITCH, or FREEZE.

Sound Effects

Press the Sound Effect buttons (indicated by icons) to select a special sound effect.

Connecting Multiple Speakers

You can connect two or more PARTYBOX speakers for even bigger sound. Press the Chain button on both speakers. To disconnect, turn off or press the Chain button on either speaker. Tip: By default, the speaker connected to your Bluetooth device acts as the primary speaker.

Daisy-Chaining

Connect multiple PARTYBOX speakers in series using 3.5 mm audio cables.

Factory Reset

To reset the speaker to factory settings, press and hold the Bluetooth and Power buttons simultaneously for over 10 seconds.

IPX4 Rating

Precautions:

• Always keep the charging port dry before connecting AC power.
• To ensure splash resistance, always keep the protective covers closed securely.

The speaker is IPX4 splash resistant.

Specifications

• Transducers: 2 x 208 mm woofers, 2 x 25 mm dome tweeters
• Output Power: 400 W RMS (IEC60268)
• Power Input: 100-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
• Frequency Response: 40 Hz-20 kHz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >80 dB
• Battery Type: JBL BATTERY 600, Lithium-ion, 99.02 Wh (equivalent to 21.6 V/4584 mAh)
• Battery Charge Time: 3 hours (with speaker off)
• Music Playback Time: Up to 15 hours (varies with volume level and audio content)
• Cable Type: AC power cord (type depends on region)
• Cable Length: 2.0 m
• USB-C Output: PDO (5 V/3 A, 9 V/3 A, 15 V/2 A, 20 V/1.5 A), PPS (5-11 V/2.7 A, 5-16 V/1.85 A)
• USB Format: FAT16, FAT32
• Bluetooth Version: 5.4
• Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP V1.4, AVRCP V1.6
• Bluetooth Transmitter Frequency Range: 2.4 GHz-2.4835 GHz
• Bluetooth Transmitter Power: ≤18 dBm (PIRE)
• Bluetooth Transmitter Modulation: GFSK, π/4 DQPSK, 8DPSK
• Compatible Formats (Not for EMEA region): .MP3, .WAV, .FLAC
• Input Sensitivity:
• Aux Input: 250 mV RMS (3.5 mm connector)
• Microphone Input: 20 mV RMS
• Guitar/Line Input: 100 mV RMS
• Bluetooth/USB Input: -12 dBFS
• Product Dimensions (W x H x D): 415 x 769 x 369 mm
• Net Weight: 25.5 kg
• Package Dimensions (W x H x D): 489 x 854 x 480 mm
• Gross Weight: 29.4 kg

*The 15-hour battery playback time is an estimate and may vary depending on music content, battery age after many charge/discharge cycles. It is achievable with a predefined music source, light effects and bass boost turned off, volume level at 18, and Bluetooth streaming.

Troubleshooting

Caution: Never attempt to repair the product yourself. If a problem occurs while using the product, check the following points before requesting service.

System

The speaker does not turn on.

• Check if the speaker's battery is depleted. If not, use AC power.

Some buttons/dials do not respond

• The product might be in DEMO mode. In DEMO mode, all input sources and all buttons except Play/Pause, Volume, and Light Pattern dials are disabled. With AC power connected, press and hold the Power and Play/Pause buttons simultaneously for over 10 seconds to exit.
• The top panel might be locked. In this case, all top panel buttons/dials except Power are disabled. Access the JBL PARTYBOX app to unlock it.

Sound

No sound is heard from the speaker.

• Check if the speaker is turned on.
• Adjust the volume.
• Check if an active sound source is selected and not muted.

Bluetooth

Cannot connect a device to the speaker.

• Check if the Bluetooth function of your device is enabled.
• The speaker is already connected to another Bluetooth device. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the speaker for over 10 seconds to disconnect and pair a new device.

Poor audio quality from a connected Bluetooth device

• Bluetooth reception is poor. Move the device closer to the speaker or remove any obstacles between the device and the speaker.

Compliance

This product complies with European Union energy regulations.

Bluetooth Connection Mode

The product is intended for transferring music via Bluetooth connection. The user can stream Bluetooth audio to the speaker. When the product is connected via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth connection must remain active at all times for proper operation. The product enters network standby mode after 20 minutes of inactivity. Power consumption in standby mode is less than 2.0 W, and reactivation from this state is done via Bluetooth connection.

Bluetooth Disconnection Mode

The product enters standby mode after 20 minutes of inactivity. Power consumption in standby mode is less than 0.5 W.

Trademark

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated
8500 Balboa Boulevard,
Northridge, CA 91329 USA
www.jbl.com

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JBL is a trademark of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the U.S. and/or other countries. Features, specifications, and design are subject to change without notice.