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TUNE BUDS
by JBL
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
Your JBL Tune Buds package includes:
- JBL Tune Buds (Left and Right Earbuds)
- Charging Case
- USB-C Charging Cable
- Ear tips in three sizes (S/M/L)
APP
Enhance your listening experience with the JBL HEADPHONES App.
Get even more control and personalization of your listening experience with this free app.
Download from:
HOW TO WEAR
- Fit: Try different ear tip sizes (S/M/L) for a perfect fit and optimal audio performance.
- Insertion: Insert the earbuds into your ears, ensuring a secure and comfortable seal.
FIRST TIME USE
Open the charging case to power on the earbuds.
POWER ON & CONNECT
Open the charging case to power on the earbuds.
For Android™ 6.0+: JBL Tune Buds will appear on devices linked with your account. Use "Fast Pair" for quick connection.
For Windows 10 V1803+: JBL Tune Buds can be found via Microsoft Swift Pair.
To connect, select "JBL TUNE BUDS" from your device's Bluetooth settings.
DUAL CONNECT + SYNC
Stereo Mode: Use both the Left (L) and Right (R) earbuds simultaneously for a full stereo experience.
Mono Mode: Use either the Left (L) or Right (R) earbud independently.
MULTI-POINT CONNECTION
Connect to up to two devices simultaneously.
Controls: TAP x 1, HOLD (5s) [refer to specific functions in app/manual for detailed control mapping].
CONTROLS
Touch controls on each earbud:
- Left Earbud (L):
- ANC / Ambient Aware / TalkThru
- Bixby/Siri/Others
- Voice Assistants (Ok Google, Alexa)
- Tap x 1, Tap x 2, Tap x 3, Hold (2s)
- Right Earbud (R):
- ANC / Ambient Aware / TalkThru
- Bixby/Siri/Others
- Voice Assistants (Ok Google, Alexa)
- Tap x 1, Tap x 2, Tap x 3, Hold (2s)
*Enable advanced controls and voice assistant assignment through the JBL Headphones App.
**Enable your voice assistant through the JBL Headphones App and assign it to your preferred earbud (L/R).
VOICEAWARE
Adjust VoiceAware settings (Low, Mid, High) via the JBL Headphones App for personalized awareness of your surroundings while listening.
POWER OFF
Place the earbuds back into the charging case to power them off.
FACTORY RESET
To reset your JBL Tune Buds to factory settings, perform the following:
With both earbuds out of the case, perform TAP x 2 and HOLD (5s) on each earbud.
DO MORE WITH THE APP
The JBL Headphones App offers enhanced features:
- Ambient Sound Control: Adjust Noise Cancelling, Ambient Aware, and TalkThru modes.
- Voice Assistant: Configure your preferred voice assistant (Google Assistant, Alexa).
- Gestures: Customize touch control gestures.
- Equalizer: Adjust audio profiles (e.g., Jazz, Vocal, Bass, Studio, Club, Extreme Bass).
*Note: Some features, like advanced gesture customization and equalizer settings, may be "ONLY AVAILABLE ON ANDROID™".
CHARGING
Quick Charge: 15 minutes of charging provides up to 2 hours of playtime.
Full Charge: A full charge provides up to 4 hours of playtime.
LED BEHAVIORS
Bluetooth Status:
- Blue flashing: Bluetooth Connecting
- Solid Blue: Bluetooth Connected
- Slow Blue flashing: Bluetooth Not Connected
Charging Case Battery Status: LEDs indicate battery level: LOW BATTERY, CHARGING, FULLY CHARGED.
TECH SPEC
Model: | TUNE BUDS | Frequency response: | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
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Driver size: | 10 mm / 0.39" Dynamic Driver | Impedance: | 32 ohm |
Power supply: | 5V = 1A | Sensitivity: | 101 dB SPL@1 kHz |
Earbud: | 5.4 g per pc (10.8 g combined) | Maximum SPL: | 93 dB |
Charging case: | 44 g | Microphone sensitivity: | -38 dBV/Pa@1 kHz |
Earbud battery type: | Lithium-ion Battery (70 mAh/ 3.85 V) | Bluetooth version: | 5.3 |
Charging case battery type: | Lithium-ion Battery (680 mAh/ 3.8 V) | Bluetooth profile version: | A2DP V1.3.2, AVRCP V1.6.2, HFP V1.8 |
Charging time: | 2 hrs from empty | Bluetooth transmitter frequency range: | 2.4 GHz – 2.4835 GHz |
Music playtime (BT on, ANC off): | Up to 12 hrs | Bluetooth transmitter power: | <11 dBm (EIRP) |
Music playtime (BT on, ANC on): | Up to 10 hrs | Bluetooth transmitter modulation: | GFSK, π/4-DQPSK, 8-DPSK |
Talk time (ANC on): | Up to 6 hrs | Maximum operation temperature: | 45 °C |
Talk time (ANC off): | Up to 6.6 hrs | IP Rating: | IP54 |
BATTERY LIFESPAN & WARNINGS
To prolong battery lifespan, fully charge at least once every 3 months. Battery life varies by use and settings.
WARNING:
- Do not attempt to open, service, or disassemble the battery.
- Do not short circuit.
- May explode if disposed of in fire.
- Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
- Dispose or recycle used batteries according to the instructions.
RF EXPOSURE INFORMATION (CANADA)
Canada SAR limit: 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue.
Highest SAR value reported for head use: 1.067 W/kg.
Device tested for typical bodily operations with 0 mm separation from the head. To maintain compliance, use accessories with 0mm separation between user's head and headset back. Accessories should not contain metal parts.
Head operation: Minimum separation distance of 0 cm between user's ear and product (including antenna) is required. Use only supplied or approved antenna.
IC: 6132A-JBLTUNEBUDS
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Manufacturer: Harman International Industries, Incorporated, USA.
Made in: China.
Importer: Harman Rus CIS LLC, Russia.
Warranty period: 1 year. Service life: 2 years.
Technical support: www.harman.com/ru, 8 (800) 700 0467.
FCC ID: APIJBLTUNEBUDS
IC: 6132A-JBLTUNEBUDS
Recycling information provided for France.
TRADEMARKS & COMPLIANCE
Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Google, Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
Amazon, Alexa, Amazon Music, and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon, Inc. or its affiliates.
Anatel certification (Brazil) for compliance with telecommunications technical requirements.
Hearing Safety Warning: Prolonged exposure to noise above 85dB may cause hearing damage.
DISCLAIMER
Product specifications and app screens are subject to change without notice.
Model: HP_JBL_TUNE BUDS_QSG_Global(Ghost)_SOP_V12
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Safety Instruction and Warranty Card
Register your product at: register.jbl.com
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Scan the QR code for product registration.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Download the full warranty card and safety information from our website:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For all products:
- Read these instructions.
- Keep these instructions.
- Heed all warnings.
- Follow all instructions.
- Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Do NOT wear the headphones while charging.
- Do not install this apparatus near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Do not use your device outdoors during a thunderstorm. Doing so may result in electric shock or device malfunction.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
- Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
- The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
- This apparatus is intended to be used only with the power supply and/or charging cable provided by the manufacturer.
The following instructions may not apply to waterproof devices. Refer to your device user manual or quick start guide for more waterproof instructions if any.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
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.
CAUTION SYMBOLS:
- This symbol on the product means there is uninsulated, dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may present a risk of electrical shock.
- This symbol on the product means there are important operating and maintenance instructions in this guide.
CAUTION FCC AND IC STATEMENT FOR USERS (USA AND CANADA ONLY):
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)
FCC SDOC SUPPLIER'S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: HARMAN International hereby declares that this equipment is in compliance with the FCC Part 15 Subpart B.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by HARMAN could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
For Products That Transmit RF Energy:
(i) FCC AND IC INFORMATION FOR USERS: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
(ii) FCC/IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC and ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In case this equipment has to subject to FCC/IC SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) exposure test, this equipment is designed to meet the requirements for exposure to radio waves established by the FCC and ISED. These requirements set a SAR limit of 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. The highest SAR value reported under this standard during product certification for use when properly worn on the body or on the head, with no separation. To meet RF exposure guidelines and reduce exposure to RF energy during the operation, this equipment should be positioned at least this distance away from the body or the head.