How to Pair Bluetooth Devices to JBL LINK 10

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

By pairing your JBL Link 10 to a Bluetooth device, you will be able to play audio wirelessly from your mobile device, computer, or other Bluetooth media player.

Bluetooth Technology

In order to use Bluetooth, the device you're playing music from must have Bluetooth on it. This is common for most mobile devices, but a lot of computers do not have Bluetooth without purchasing a separate adapter.

2. Charge Device

First, make sure your speaker is adequately charged before powering on.

1. Lift the rubber flap to expose the charging port of your speaker.
2. Connect the micro USB cable into the charging port of your speaker. The other end must be connected to a USB charging block or a powered USB port to charge the speaker.
   

1. Depending on the method being used to charge your speaker, charging times will vary. Charging your speaker to full takes approximately 4 hours.
2. Always remember to firmly replace the rubber flap on your Link 10 when the charging port is not in use. This flap is part of what allows your Link 10 to achieve its IPX7 water resistance rating.

The five lights above the power button on the rear of the speaker indicate how much battery life remains on your speaker.

3. Pairing Mode

While you're away from home, your Link 10 can be used as a wireless speaker that connects via Bluetooth to your mobile devices such as your smartphone or tablet. To get your speaker ready to pair with another device:

1. Make sure your speaker is powered on.
2. Press the Bluetooth button.
   

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2. The Bluetooth symbol itself will illuminate and begin flashing. This indicates that it is ready to pair with your favorite Bluetooth device.

4. Pair Bluetooth Device

Some Bluetooth accessories are configured with a PIN or a passkey that is often listed in its manual. Check your Bluetooth accessory manual for the correct PIN or passkey.

Depending on what device (Smartphone or Tablet) and which generation you have, the menu theme and options might look slightly different on your screen. However, the steps should be similar to all Android devices and generations.

Use one of the following connection methods:

• Method 1 - The Drop Down Menu
• Method 2 - Settings

Drop down menu

1. Swipe down from the top of the device screen if it's a phone or up from the bottom of the device screen if it's a tablet to access the menu.
2. Locate the Bluetooth icon.
   

1. Press and hold the Bluetooth icon.
2. Swipe the switch to your right to set the Bluetooth accessory in pairing/discovery mode.
3. A list of nearby devices and previously paired devices will be shown.
4. In the list of Available Devices, choose the Bluetooth accessory you wish to pair with.
   

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2. If you are prompted for a passkey, put it in. If there is no passkey, then your Bluetooth accessory should be paired now.

Android menu settings

1. Locate and tap the Apps Menu.
   

1. Locate and tap the Settings icon.
   

1. Select the Bluetooth. You may need to select Connections first.
2. Swipe the switch to your right to set the Bluetooth accessory in pairing/discovery mode.
3. A list of nearby devices and previously paired devices will be shown.
4. In the list of Available Devices, choose the Bluetooth accessory you wish to pair with.
   

1. If you are prompted for a passkey, put it in. If there is no passkey, then your Bluetooth accessory should be paired now.

5. Pair Bluetooth Device

Some Bluetooth accessories are configured with a PIN or a passkey that is often listed in its information manual. Check your Bluetooth accessory documentation for the correct PIN or passkey.

From any iOS device (iPod, iPad, iPhone):

1. Open Settings
   

1. Then Bluetooth.
   

1. Set the Bluetooth accessory in pairing/discovery mode.
2. Wait for your iOS device to display the detected Bluetooth accessory.
   

1. Select the Bluetooth accessory to pair it with the iOS device.
2. If there is a passkey, put it in.
3. If there is no passkey then your Bluetooth accessory should be paired now.

6. Pair Bluetooth Device

Some Bluetooth devices are configured with a PIN or a passkey that is often listed in its information manual. Check your Bluetooth device documentation for the correct PIN or passkey.

1. Set the Bluetooth accessory in pairing/discovery mode.
   This process will vary depending on what kind of device you have. Refer to your device's documentation for specifics on how to accomplish this.
2. Click the Action Center icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
   

1. Tap on the All Settings tile after that.
   

1. Then go to Devices.
   

1. Select Bluetooth from the left-hand column and ensure the Bluetooth switch is in the On position to the right. Your Windows 10 device will become discoverable and start searching for devices.
   

1. Once you see the device you want to pair the system with, select it then tap on Pair.
   

1. If asked to compare the passcode showing up on both devices, do so.
   

1. After the pairing was successful the device will show the Paired status under its name.
   

7. Choose Playback Device

To set your default playback device:

1. Right click on your speaker icon in the Notification Area and then click on Playback devices.
   

1. Click on your device you wish to set as the default audio device and click Set Default.
   

1. Click OK to save the changes.
   

To set your default recording device:

1. Right click on your speaker icon in the Notification Area and then click on Recording devices.
   

1. Click on your device you wish to set as the default audio device and click Set Default.
   

1. Click OK to save the changes.
   

8. Pair Bluetooth Device

1. Set your device to pairing mode. The way you do this may be differ from device to device.
   In many cases, you can place your device in pairing mode by having the device off, then pressing and holding the power button to start it up. Usually, after a few moments, it will indicate it is in paring mode (flashing its indicator light, for example), and you can release the power button.
2. On the menu bar, click the Apple menu (1), then System Preferences (2).
   

1. Select Bluetooth.
   

1. Ensure that it says Bluetooth: On. Turn it on with the button if it isn't.
   

1. Your computer will search for any Bluetooth devices in range.
2. Once your device is located, click Pair.
   

1. Once the pairing process is complete, your Mac will automatically connect to the device whenever it is in range.

9. Choose Playback Device

To set your default audio playback device:

1. Click on the speaker icon and click on the device you wish to be your default playback device.
   

To set your default audio recording device:

1. Click on the speaker icon and click on Sound Preferences.
   

1. Click on the Input tab and then select the device you wish to be your default recording device.