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Authentics L8

JBl Music app

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Charging Devices through Qi

the optional JBl authentics Qi module (sold separately) 
allows  your  JBl  authentics  l8  to  wirelessly  charge  your                       
Qi-compatible mobile devices.

to install the JBl authentics Qi module:

1.  remove the top panel cover of the JBl authentics l8.
2.  plug the JBl authentics Qi module’s 

usB connector into the JBl authentics 
l8’s top usB port, labeled

 iPad

.

3.  set the JBl authentics Qi module into the 

top panel cover spot. It will fit securely, 
replacing the top panel cover entirely.

4.  place your device on the top of the JBl authentics 

l8. It will automatically start charging.

Many mobile devices including mobile phones, video game 
controllers and mobile phone accessories are Qi-compatible. 
consult the retailer or manufacturer’s specifications to 
find out whether your mobile device is Qi-compatible. 
check www.jbl.com to see if the authentics Qi module is 
available in your region. 

JBL Music App

JBl authentics l8 can be operated through the JBl Music 
app available in the app store for apple products or google 
play for android products. you can use the JBl Music app to 
stream music to and control the JBl authentics l8 through 
your smart phone or tablet.

Firmware Upgrade and Factory 
Setting Reset

JBl will release firmware updates for your JBl authentics l8 
on a regular basis. check www.jbl.com periodically to see if 
any updates are available. If a new firmware version is released, 
first download it from the JBl website and save the file to an 
easy-to-remember location on your computer.
the system is non-functional during the upgrade process. 
the previous user settings and preferences are retained 
after the upgrade process is completed. after the upgrade is 
successful, the system will automatically reboot.
the JBl Music app makes it easy to check if your JBl 
authentics l8 is already running the latest version. to check 
for new updates with the app:

1.  Make sure your iOs or android device is connected 

to your JBl authentics l8. this is done either 
by connecting both devices to the same wi-Fi 
network, connecting your device to the system 
via Bluetooth, or by connecting your iOs or 
android device via usB to the top usB port on 
the JBl authentics l8 top panel (labeled ipad).

2.  Open the JBl Music app on your 

iOs or android device.

3.  select l8 from the app’s dashboard.
4.  Open the upgrade tab on the app, which 

will automatically check and inform you 
if there is a new version available.

Summary of Contents for Authentics L8

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual Authentics L8...

Page 2: ...peration 9 TURNING THE JBL AUTHENTICS L8 ON AND OFF 9 Adjusting the System s Volume 9 Muting the System 9 Switching Sources 9 Operating through Bluetooth 9 Operating through NFC 10 Operating through A...

Page 3: ...on please contact your retailer or custom installer or visit our website www jbl com Description and Features JBL Authentics L8 is an affordable wireless speaker system with an iconic design that allo...

Page 4: ...power indicator on the system will turn white and remain on while the system is in Operational mode To switch the system into Standby press the Power button again To restore the settings to the facto...

Page 5: ...or iOS devices The system can charge other devices during Operational Sleep and Standby modes The two USB ports are designed to function simultaneously The system will produce a sound prompt if any d...

Page 6: ...the system 2 Plug the cord into an active unswitched AC outlet IMPORTANT DO NOT plug this cord into the accessory outlets found on some audio components Wi Fi Connection You can connect your JBL Auth...

Page 7: ...hone iPad or iPod touch is connected to your Wi Fi network 3 Make sure your device is in the AirPlay source 4 Press the Source button on the JBL Authentics L8 for at least three seconds 5 A pop up win...

Page 8: ...hen release The DLNA LED will quickly flash twice 4 Use your computer or phone tablet to search for a Wi Fi Network called JBL_L8_WFXXX on the Wi Fi list this might take about 30 seconds and connect i...

Page 9: ...System To mute the JBL Authentics system Set the volume to level 0 by rotating the Volume tuner counter clockwise NOTE There are no other means to mute the audio system Switching Sources Press the JBL...

Page 10: ...PAUSE command and the Bluetooth device will stop streaming While pairing the Bluetooth device for the first time it may reset the volume level to the default Operating through NFC The JBL Authentics...

Page 11: ...the DLNA audio stream Check your media player software documentation for more details The JBL Authentics L8 is a DLNA Digital Media Renderer DMR device Your media player software must be capable of ac...

Page 12: ...stream music to and control the JBL Authentics L8 through your smart phone or tablet Firmware Upgrade and Factory Setting Reset JBL will release firmware updates for your JBL Authentics L8 on a regula...

Page 13: ...gin the upgrade process again Factory Setting Reset To restore all settings to the factory defaults press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds The following settings will be reset Source...

Page 14: ...sound from any speaker Contact your local JBL service center Amplifier turns ON but no audio from one or more channels Check input connections Check the settings on your preamp processor or controller...

Page 15: ...Bluetooth with NFC Auto switching Connections 1 x stereo 3 5 mm 2 x USB type A 1 x Digital optical input Dimensions H x W x D 246 mm x 664 mm x 329 mm Weight 7 4 kg Power supply 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Pow...

Page 16: ...Identifier Mark is a mark of the Wi Fi Alliance DLNA the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks service marks or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance Made for iPod Made for...

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