jbl On TOur™ ibT
Bluetooth® Portable Loudspeaker
Owner’s Manual
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jbl On TOur™ IbT
fcc statement and WarninG
FCC InFormatIon For Users
IntroductIon
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.
With no wires to tangle or restrict your movement, and controls
conveniently located on the unit, the JBL On Tour™ iBT loudspeaker
is both the ultimate in portable audio convenience and a paragon of
superior audio quality.
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 interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and then on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
A compact, high-performance Bluetooth® sound center, when paired
with your iPad or other Bluetooth A2DP-enabled audio device,
Bluetooth music phone, iPhone, iPod, MP3 player or any other music
source with an audio jack, the JBL On Tour iBT loudspeaker will provide
clean, powerful sound in a compact, portable design. Accept a phone
call with the included Bluetooth speakerphone feature. Take complete
control of your traveling experience with the JBL On Tour iBT portable
loudspeaker.
• Reorient 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.
compatIbIlIty
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada Statement: This Class
B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The JBL On Tour iBT system is compatible with most Bluetooth-
enabled devices, music players, cell phones and laptops. Enabled with
Bluetooth A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio/
Video Remote Control Profile) and HFP (Hands-Free Profile), the system
can stream high-quality sound and serve as a speakerphone. With
the included Apple cable and additional stereo mini jack connection,
you can enjoy high-quality audio via direct connection with a variety
of devices such as iPad, iPhone, iPod, MP3 and CD players, desktop
computers (all platforms), laptops and satellite radio tuners.
tabletop Stand
Use the included tabletop stand to support your iPad or other
Bluetooth-enabled tablet while you’re streaming to the JBL On Tour iBT.
When you’re ready to go, snap the stand right to the JBL On Tour iBT
unit for easy and convenient transport.
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compact deSIgn
General seTup
The JBL On Tour iBT portable loudspeaker is a complete two-channel
audio system in one easy-to-place footprint. The JBL On Tour iBT
loudspeaker delivers sound with a powerfully tuned digital audio
path. Its clean and compact digital amplification, coupled with DSP
(digital signal processing) equalization, efficiently provides the four JBL
Odyssey® transducers with cool-running power.
Unpack the JBL On Tour iBT system and its power supply.
1. Snap the outlet adapter onto the power supply, plug the power
supply into the “12V DC In” port on the back of the unit and then into
a wall outlet.
2. Turn on the power switch. The Power LED will glow green.
advanced technology
The JBL On Tour iBT system combines many proprietary technologies
to provide the highest-quality sound. It provides astonishing bass and
clear, accurate sound from any direction. The four JBL Odyssey full-
range transducers are driven by powerful neodymium magnets, and
provide accurate sound at all frequencies.
3. To set up the tabletop stand, pull up the center panels as shown
in the illustration and place the tablet player on it. (You can set the
stand in one of three positions.)
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2.
computer-optImIzed equalIzatIon and compreSSIon
The JBL On Tour iBT system equalization is computer-optimized
to provide a rich, complete soundstage. Proproetary compression
topology ensures clean, accurate sound at high output levels.
Power Switch
unpackInG
Carefully unpack your speaker system and identify all its components:
3.
Apple cable
Power supply and
outlet adapter*
JBL On Tour iBT unit
Tabletop stand for
tablet media players
*Outlet adapter varies by region.
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VOluMe cOnTrOls
baTTery dIspOsal
Volume increase “+”
Volume decrease “–”
Alkaline batteries are considered nonhazardous. Rechargeable batteries
(i.e., nickel cadmium, nickel metal-hydride, lithium and lithiumion)
are considered hazardous household materials and may pose an
unnecessary health and safety risk.
Phone button “
Microphone “
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In the European Union and other locations, it is illegal to dispose of any
battery with household trash. All batteries must be disposed of in an
environmentally sound manner. Contact your local waste management
offcials for information regarding the environmentally sound collection,
recycling and disposal of used batteries.
baTTery InsTallaTIOn
1. Rotate the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the JBL
On Tour iBT speaker to the unlocked position; remove the battery
compartment cover.
Bluetooth paIrInG
2. Place (4) fresh AA batteries as shown.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover.
Before you can use your JBL On Tour iBT system with a Bluetooth-
enabled device, you must pair it with that device.
To pair the JBL On Tour iBT with your device:
note: The JBL On Tour iBT will not use battery power when using AC
power.
1. Make sure your JBL On Tour iBT system is turned on. The JBL On
Tour iBT unit automatically goes into Pairing/Discoverable mode,
represented by the Source LED flashing blue.
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2. Put your Bluetooth-enabled device in Pairing mode so both devices can
“see” each other. (Refer to the Bluetooth-enabled device’s user’s guide
for directions and details about putting it into Pairing mode.) The JBL On
Tour iBT unit will be represented as “JBL On Tour iBT” on your Bluetooth-
enabled device. The JBL On Tour iBT password is 0000.
3.The JBL On Tour iBT system is successfully paired and ready to use
when the Source LED glows a constant blue.
DO NOT MIX BATTERY TYPES.
DO NOT MIX CHARGED AND PARTIALLY CHARGED BATTERIES.
BATTERIES WILL NOT RECHARGE WHILE IN THE UNIT.
note: Bluetooth pairing between two devices does not have to be repeated
after a successful initial pairing, unless the JBL On Tour iBT system has been
removed from the Bluetooth-enabled device’s Bluetooth device list.
cautIon: Risk of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
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• To mute a phone call: Press both Volume buttons on the JBL On
Tour iBT system. To unmute the phone call: Press either Volume
button on the JBL On Tour iBT unit.
lIsTenInG TO a phOne call frOM a
Bluetooth-enabled deVIce
1. Make sure the JBL On Tour iBT speaker is paired (see Bluetooth
Pairing section, on page 5).
2. When you hear your Bluetooth-enabled device’s ringtone from the
JBL On Tour iBT system, press the Phone “ ” button to answer the
phone call.
Or
3. When the phone call is finished, press the Phone “ ” button to end
the phone call.
MakInG a phOne call frOM a Bluetooth-
enabled deVIce
To make a phone call via voice recognition mode, press and hold the
Phone “ ” button for two seconds.
note: If the phone does not support voice recognition this action will
redial the last number that was called on the phone.
• To reject an incoming phone call: Press and hold the Phone “
button on the JBL On Tour iBT unit for two seconds.
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• To answer a second incoming phone call while putting the first call
on hold: Press the Phone “ ” button.
• To reject a second incoming phone call while staying on the first call:
Press and hold the Phone “ ” button for two seconds.
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4. Use the Bluetooth-enabled device to control playback. Adjust the
volume using the “+” and “–” buttons located on the front of the
JBL On Tour iBT unit.
lIsTenInG TO MusIc
There are three ways to listen to music on your JBL On Tour iBT:
LISTENING TO MUSIC FROM A CONNECTED iPad, iPhone or iPod
DEVICE
• Via Bluetooth technology from a Bluetooth-enabled device.
• Using the supplied Apple cable to connect an iPad, iPhone or iPod
device to the JBL On Tour iBT’s USB port.
1. Plug the supplied Apple cable into the JBL On Tour iBT’s USB port,
and plug your iPad, iPhone or iPod device to the cable’s 30-pin
connector.
• Using a stereo 3.5mm audio cable (not supplied) to connect an
audio device’s audio or headphone output to the JBL On Tour iBT’s
auxiliary 3.5mm mini jack.
To cycle through the sources, make sure the JBL On Tour iBT is not in
the Bluetooth call mode and momentarily press the Phone “ ” button.
Each press of the button changes to the next source. The source LED
will change color to indicate the active source:
White = Apple cable (USB port)
Blue = Bluetooth (wireless)
Green = Auxiliary 3.5mm mini jack
LISTENING TO MUSIC FROM A BLUETOOTH-ENABLED DEVICE
1. Make sure the JBL On Tour iBT system is paired with your
Bluetooth-enabled device (see Bluetooth Pairing section, on page 5).
2. Press the JBL On Tour iBT’s Phone “ ” button until the Source LED
lights white constantly. This indicates that the Apple cable (USB)
input is selected.
2. Press the JBL On Tour iBT’s Phone “ ” button until the Source
LED lights blue constantly. This indicates that the Bluetooth input is
selected.
3. Use the iPad, iPhone or iPod device to control playback. Adjust the
volume using the “+” and “–” buttons located on the front of the
JBL On Tour iBT unit.
3. Go to the Bluetooth-enabled device’s music player and play music.
Refer to the Bluetooth-enabled device’s user’s guide for directions
and details about using its music player and transmitting music via
Bluetooth technology.
NOTE: When the JBL On Tour iBT is running on AC power, it will
recharge the iPad, iPhone or iPod device while it is connected.
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LISTENING TO MUSIC FROM A CONNECTED AUXILIARY DEVICE
charGInG
1. Connect the auxiliary device to the JBL On Tour iBT system using a
3.5mm stereo audio cable (not supplied).
When the JBL On Tour iBT is running on AC power, the unit’s USB port
will charge most mobile phones and portable music players. An Apple
cable is supplied for charging Apple iPhone, iPod and iPad devices. For
other types of devices, use the charging cable that was supplied with
your device. If one was not provided, contact the device’s manufacturer
or an authorized dealer to obtain one. note: Mobile phones and
portable music players that require data communication in order to
charge will not charge from the JBL On Tour iBT unit.
Charge Port
2. Press the JBL On Tour iBT’s Phone “ ” button repeatedly until the
Source LED lights Amber. This indicates that the Aux input source is
selected.
carryInG/sTOrInG The TableTOp sTand
You can easily snap the tabletop stand on and off the JBL On Tour iBT
for convenient storage or transport.
3. Control music playback through the auxiliary device. Adjust the
volume using the “+” and “–” buttons located on the front of the
JBL On Tour iBT unit.
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pOwer and sOurce leds
specIfIcaTIOns
The Power and Source LED colors change to indicate the state of
JBL On Tour iBT unit.
Transducers
4 x JBL Odyssey
2 x 8 watts at 1% THD
100Hz – 20kHz
>85dB
Amplifier
Frequency response
Signal-to-noise ratio
Input impedance
>10k ohms
Battery size/type
AA /alkaline, NiMH
30 watts
Maximum power consumption
Power requirement (USA/Canada)
Source LED
Power LED
120 volts, 60Hz AC
led
sTaTe
IndIcaTIOn
220 – 230 volts,
50Hz or 60Hz AC
Power requirement (Europe/UK)
power led
Green, constant
JBL On Tour iBT is on, powered
by good batteries or its AC power
supply.
Power requirement (Japan)
Power requirement (Australia)
100 volts, 50Hz or 60Hz AC
240 volts, 50Hz or 60Hz AC
Amber, constant
Batteries are low.
6-1/2" x 1-5/8"
(165mm x 41mm)
Dimensions (Diameter x H)
Weight
Source led White, constant
Apple cable (USB) is the active
source.
0.6kg (1.3 lb)
Blue, constant
Bluetooth source is paired and is
the active source.
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
Blue, flashing
JBL On Tour iBT is in Bluetooth
pairing mode.
Green, constant
Aux input connector is the active
source.
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There is no sound from your JBL On Tour
iBT speaker.
There is no power to the unit.
Make sure the wall power outlet or power
strip has power; make sure all switches for the If the Power LED is not on, power
outlet/power strip are on and that all switches is not getting to your JBL On Tour
Is the Power LED glowing green?
for the speaker system are on.
iBT system.
Try the solutions shown.
Make sure that the batteries are properly
installed, and that they are fresh.
Ensure that the auxiliary cable is properly
connected to an external audio device.
The source selection is incorrect.
Check that the Source LED is lighted the
proper color. See Power and Source LEDs,
on page 9.
Turn up the volume.
Check the system with a known good source.
Connect the Aux In cable to the headphone
jack on your audio device.
The source device is not capable of sending
music via Bluetooth technology.
Replace the source device with a Bluetooth
wireless technology-enabled source device.
Sound comes from only one side/channel.
The audio cable is not seated properly.
Make sure the Aux In cable is seated all the
way into the JBL On Tour iBT system.
Make sure the audio cable is a stereo cable.
(A mono cable will only output sound through
one channel.)
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There is distortion (static, crackling or
hissing sounds).
The noise may be caused by interference
from a monitor, cell phone or other
transmitting device.
Turn the monitor or other device off to see if
the noise is eliminated.
Move the JBL On Tour iBT cables farther
away from the monitor or other device.
There is too much bass or treble.
The JBL On Tour iBT system is being
overdriven by an amplified audio source.
Ensure that the JBL On Tour iBT system is
connected to an appropriate source device.
Make sure that all signal cables are inserted
snugly into their connectors.
The volume level may be too high.
Check the volume of the source device. Some
devices will distort the output signal if the
volume is set to maximum.
Check the EQ setting on your source device. We recommend that the source device EQ be
set to Flat or Off.
Your JBL On Tour iBT speaker emits a loud The Aux In cable is not plugged in properly.
hum or buzzing noise.
Check the Aux In cable connection
The speaker experiences radio frequency
interference or picks up a radio station.
The input cable may be picking up
interference.
Wrap up excess input cable in order to make
it as short as possible.
Ensure that the source device has the latest
software.
Some source devices have known
functional issues with the JBL On
Tour iBT system.
When streaming music using Bluetooth
technology, the sound from the JBL On Tour between the JBL On Tour iBT unit and the
iBT speaker lacks stereo quality. source device.
There is a Bluetooth compatibility issue
Turn both the JBL On Tour iBT unit and the
source device both off and on to reset them.
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Your iPod device or cell phone will not
charge.
The wrong adapter is being used.
Make sure the correct adapter is being used
for your specific iPod or cell phone model.
Some cell phones cannot charge
via USB without software from the
charging system.
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The audio device does not pair with the JBL The audio device is not compatible with
Verify compatibility with the manufacturer.
On Tour iBT system.
the JBL On Tour iBT system.
The JBL On Tour iBT system is not
powered on.
Press the Power button on the JBL On Tour
iBT unit.
The blue LED should be flashing,
indicating that the system is in the
Discoverable mode.
The JBL On Tour iBT system is still paired Disconnect the transceiver from the iPod and
to the Bluetooth transceiver.
turn the JBL On Tour iBT system power off,
then back on.
The iPod battery is low.
Charge the JBL On Tour iBT system by
following the battery charging directions in
this Owner’s Manual.
If the amber LED on the JBL On Tour
iBT unit is on, it is indicating a low
battery.
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HARMAN Consumer, Inc.
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA
© 2011 HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved.
JBL and Odyssey are trademarks of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered in
the United States and/or other countries. JBL On Tour is a trademark of HARMAN International
Industries, Incorporated.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.,
and any use of such marks by HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, is under license.
iPhone, iPod and iPad are trademarks of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
“Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory
has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone and iPad, respectively, and has been
certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the
operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. iPod/iPhone/iPad
not included.
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
Part No. 950-0351-001
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