The JBL Free Wireless Earbuds are a popular choice for those seeking a hassle-free and high-quality audio experience. These earbuds come with a range of features that allow users to customize their fit, including mix and match ear tips and silicone sleeves. The JBL Free Wireless Earbuds Manual and Instructions provide step-by-step guidance on how to connect and pair the earbuds with your device, as well as how to manually power on and off, control special situations, and manage LED behaviors. The manual also includes important information about the earbuds’ specifications, battery life, and compatibility with various devices. Additionally, the FAQ section provides answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about the product, such as battery life span, compatibility with different devices, and the availability of replacement ear tips and charging cases. Whether you’re a music lover or someone who needs to stay connected on the go, the JBL Free Wireless Earbuds offer a convenient and reliable way to enjoy high-quality audio.

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JBL Free Wireless Earbuds Manual

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Customize your fit

a. Mix and match ear tips and silicone sleeves for a perfect fit and audio performance.

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b. Installation

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Wireless Device Pairing

a. First time pairing with device:
Step 1 – Ensure to give the ear pieces a full charge before initiating pairing.
*Ear pieces and charging case are packed separately.

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Step 2 – Remove right ear piece from case, it will turn on automatically, entering pairing mode (alt. blue/white).

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Step 3 – From device, go to Bluetooth menu.

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Step 4 – Remove left ear piece from case, it will automatically connect with the right ear piece.

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b. From second time onwards: Wireless connections are automatically established when the headphones are taken out of the case.

c. Ear pieces automatically power off and recharge when put in the charging case.

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* To turn on ear pieces manually, long press the button on ear piece for 5s.

Buttons

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Manual power on and off

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Charging

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Manual controls for special situations

a. Manual Bluetooth pairing to device when ear pieces do not pair automatically.

Step 1 – Long press (>8s) right ear piece button when powered off

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Step 2 – Choose JBL Free

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Choose “JBL Free” to connect

b. Manual pairing of left and right ear pieces when connection is lost.

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c. Manual power off.

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LED Behaviors

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Specifications

  • Model: JBL Free X
  • Bluetooth version: 4.2
  • Support: A2DP V1.3, AVRCP V1.5, HFP V1.6
  • Headset Battery type: Lithium-ion polymer (3.7V, 85mAh)
  • Bluetooth transmitter power < 9.5dBm
  • Bluetooth transmitter frequency range: 2.402 – 2.480GHz
  • Bluetooth transmitter modulation: GFSK, π/4 DQPSK, 8DPSK
  • Dynamic drivers: 5.6mm
  • Frequency Response: 10Hz – 22 KHz
  • Charging case battery: 1,500 mAH (est)
  • Earbuds Battery life: Up to 4 hours
  • Charging time: < 2 hours
  • Compatibility: Use with Phones, Tablets, Computers
  • Weight : 99g

IC RF Exposure Information and Statement
The SAR limit of Canada (C) is 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. Device types:

(IC: 6132A-JBLFREEX) has also been tested against this SAR limit According to this standard, the highest SAR value reported during product certification for head use is 0.033W / kg.

The device was tested for typical bodily operations where the product was kept 5 mm from the head.

To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure requirements, use accessories that maintain a separation distance of 0mm between the user’s head and the back of the headset. The use of belt clips, holsters and similar accessories shall not contain metal parts in its assembly. Use of accessories that do not meet these requirements may not comply with IC RF exposure requirements and should be avoided.

Head operation
The device was subjected to a typical head manipulation test. In order to comply with RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 0 cm must be maintained between the user’s ear and the product (including the antenna). Head exposure that do not meet these requirements may not meet RF exposure requirements and should be avoided. Use only the supplied or approved antenna.

FCC AND IC STATEMENT FOR USERS

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-3 (B) / NMB-3 (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  NSTALLATION. 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.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USERS ON REMOVAL, RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL OF USED BATTERIES FOR PRODUCTS WITH A BUILT-IN BATTERY THAT LASTS FOR THE LIFETIME OF THE PRODUCT,
REMOVAL MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE FOR THE USER. IN THIS CASE, RECYCLING OR RECOVERY CENTERS HANDLE THE DISMANTLING OF THE PRODUCT AND THE REMOVAL OF THE BATTERY. IF, FOR ANY REASON, IT BECOMES NECESSARY TO REPLACE SUCH A BATTERY, THIS PROCEDURE MUST BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTERS.

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 OFFICIALS FOR INFORMATION REGARDING THE ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND COLLECTION, RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL OF USED BATTERIES. WARNING: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR BURNS, DON’T DISASSEMBLE, CRUSH, PUNCTURE, SHORT EXTERNAL CONTACTS, EXPOSE TO TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60°C (140°F), OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE OR WATER. REPLACE ONLY WITH SPECIFIED BATTERIES.

THE SYMBOL INDICATING ‘SEPARATE COLLECTION’ FOR ALL BATTERIES AND ACCUMULATORS SHALL BE THE CROSSED-OUT WHEELED BIN SHOWN BELOW:

 WHEELED BIN

IN CASE OF BATTERIES, ACCUMULATORS AND BUTTON CELLS CONTAINING MORE THAN 0.0005% MERCURY, MORE THAN 0.002% CADMIUM OR MORE THAN 0.004% LEAD, SHALL BE MARKED WITH THE CHEMICAL SYMBOL FOR THE METAL CONCERNED: Hg, Cd, OR Pb RESPECTIVELY. PLEASE REFER TO THE BELOW SYMBOL:

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

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FAQS

Can you use one earbud at a time or do you have to use both all the time?

You can use only one but both have to be connected. You can’t put one back in the case because then, both will disconnect. I usually place the other one in my pocket when I want to use only one. This works out pretty well.

Can my wife wear one an i wear one while we walk so we can listen to same music

Yes. The right side is the main, with the mic for calls. The left is the slave unit. The left only works when the right is in use. If you only use one ear bud, it has to be the right.

How loud is the volume? Also how easy are the controls?

These headphones aren’t skull candies. So they’re not made to blow your ear off. They’re made with quality of sound in mind. When you have them fitted properly, you won’t hear anything from the outside so the volume doesn’t need to be high. As far as controls, if you have it fitted properly, it’s fine. But if not, clicking that button will shove it into your ear. Not comfy.

How long is the battery life span?

Battery life is 4 hours max.

Compatible with MacBook?

I was able to get these to connect to my MacBookPro after disconnecting my keyboard and mouse and reconnecting after these connected through the bluetooth. It was process to figure out, but it finally worked.

Can you workout with them?

Yes you can… BUT, you need to make sure you have a proper fit with the silicone pieces. Do a head shake test before you go do activities

How is bass sound or quality of sound from these?

These buds have a wider frequency response than any of the others I have researched: 10-22,000 hz vs. the usual 20-20000 hz. Below 20 hz is inaudible for most people. But the feels the vibration. You can feel i in the great rumbling excitement of a large pipe organ. I read that that the Blackpool (UK) Tower organ reaches down to 4 hz. I’m very happy with the sound here in all the ranges and I am intrigued with how the extra 10 hz might boost the bass.

Can you leave your phone in the car and still be able to answer your calls ?

the bluetooth has a range at around 8m. The phone must be near of headphone within this range.

Will it work with alexa?

Yes its good

Are this compatible with android phones?

This does work for Android as long as Bluetooth 4.2 is supported.

Where can i get replacement ear tips?

You can always buy it from them and overpay. Or you can just buy a generic brand. They all fit. It’s a universal fit, I’ve been able to use tips from other earpieces on my jbls. I recommend getting foam ones if you’re gonna spend good money. They stay in longer and are more comfortable.

Are these Sweat/Water-proof?

Our JBL Free is rated IPX5 which can stand water splashing at any angle.

Wireless charging available?

The wireless charger will charge about 4 times before it needs to be plugged in and charged. So…yes…wireless charging.

Is there anywhere to buy a replacement charging case for these? Please help.

You can visit: JBL.com

How good is the fit for biking while wearing these?

I use these on my mountain bike daily. Only one time has the left headphone popped out. They are very nice!

References

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34 Comments

  1. I am left handed, and also left “eared”. Is there a way to change main earbud to left instead of right, when I’m talking to people on the phone? I use it at work, and can only use one earbud at a time, to be able to stay connected to my surroundings.

    1. Hello
      I ask myself the same question, did you get the answer?

      Bonjour
      je me pose la même question, avez vous eu réponse ?

  2. The left side is not charging. Please ask

    ด้านซ้ายชาร์จไม่เข้าเป็นเพราะอะไรครับ. ขอสอบถามหน่อยครับ

  3. The left side earphone does not charge, how can the battery be changed and what characteristics should the replacement battery have?
    El auricular del lado izquierdo no carga, cómo se puede cambiar la batería y que características debe tener la batería de reemplazo?

    1. The right side earphone does not charge, what can I do, can you help me, I don’t know what to do?
      El auricular lado derecho no carga que puedo hacer me pueden ayudar ya no se que hacer

      1. And what if they do not work? nor 1111 as others have suggested

        Og hvad så når de ikke virker? heller ikke 1111 som andre har foreslået

    1. Did you get to know what the PIN was? I have tried with 0000, 1234 and 1111 and it does not connect me. Desperate!
      Conseguiste saber cual era el PIN? He probado con 0000, 1234 y 1111 y no se me conecta. Desesperada!

        1. In the same way, apparently this device comes with the defect of the left earphone, it does not charge and turns off in 1 minute. The company should make a recall in this regard, collect all the models with this defect and not remain silent. Of of
          Igual manera al parecer este dispositivo vienen con el desperfecto del auricular izquierdo no se carga y se apaga en 1 minuto. Deberían hacer un recall al respecto la empresa recoger todos los modelos con ese desperfecto y no quedarse callados. De de

    2. When you log in for the first time to a bluetooth, it asks you to associate the headphones with an email account, right? If this email account is the same as the one you have on your pc, they will connect automatically without problem.
      Cuando inicias sesión por primera vez en un bluetooth te pide asociar los auriculares a una cuenta de correo, ¿no? Si esta cuenta de correo es la misma que tienes en tu pc, se conectarán automáticamente sin problema.

  4. the right side earphone does not charge therefore it does not allow operation of the left earphone. Is there a way to reset the headphones or what do I do?
    el audifono de lado derecho no carga por locual no permite el funcionamiento del audifono izquierdo. hay forma de reiniciar los audifonos o que hago?

  5. Charging box when charging does not light up, how to fix it?
    กล่องชาร์จเวลาชาร์จไฟไม่ขึ้นครับมีวิธีแก้ยังไงครับ

  6. hi, the left earphone won’t charge, what can i do?
    salve, l’auricolare sinistro non si carica, cosa posso fare?

  7. the left does not connect. How do I fix it? has battery and is on
    Thanks for the help

    el izquierdo no se conecta. Cómo lo arreglo? tiene batería y está encendido
    gracias por la ayuda

  8. Tom … Download an application to regulate bass I did it and it was great
    Tom… Baja una aplicación para regular graves lo hice y quedó bárbaro

  9. Gets really angry soon over them I can not connect the right headset on the phone and I have tried EVERYTHING!
    Blir virkelig snart sur over dem jeg kan ikk koble højre headsæt på telefonen og jeg har prøvet ALT!

  10. Gets really angry soon over them I can not connect the right headset on the phone and I have tried EVERYTHING! A really disappointing purchase!

    No recommendation from here!
    Blir virkelig snart sur over dem jeg kan ikk koble højre headsæt på telefonen og jeg har prøvet ALT! Et virkelig skuffende køb!

    Ingen anbefaling herfra!

  11. The right earbud does not charge, therefore it does not allow me to link to Bluetooth, what can I do, a way to restart them ???
    El auricular derecho no carga, por ende no me permite hacer el enlace al Bluetooth, que puedo hacer, una forma de reiniciarlos???

  12. Hello, my headset does not connect, just turn on the left one, I don’t know what else to do, I used it normal, suddenly I couldn’t use it, or even the cell phone looks for it, the bluetooh
    Hola mi auricular no se conecta solo prende el izquierdo ya no se que más hacer lo usaba normal de repente no pude usarlo ni siquiera lo busca el celular el bluetooh

  13. The left earphone is dead or out of battery. No light comes on when it’s in or out of the box, or when pressed, and it doesn’t sound
    El auricular izquierdo está muerto o sin batería. No se enciende ninguna luz cuando está en la caja ni tampoco fuera, o al pulsarlo, y no suena

  14. From one moment to the next, only one earpiece connects. The other flashes blue-white. Well charged. Everything done; back to factory settings, click 3x on both earphones (simultaneously???), bluetooth off and on again, etc. Now what?
    Van het ene op het andere moment maakt maar één oortje verbinding. De andere knippert blauw-wit. Wel opgeladen. Alles gedaan; terug naar fabrieksinstellingen, 3x klikken op beide oortjes (tegelijk???), bluetooth uit en weer aan, etc. Wat nu??

  15. Hello, I rebooted the headset because it did not hold me and to link to the bluetooh it asks me for a link code, could you help me thanks
    Hola re inicie de fabrica el auricular porque no me agarraba y para vincular al bluetooh me pide código de vinculación me podrían ayudar gracias

  16. Hol restarted it and I don’t know what the factory code is
    Hol lo reinicie y no se cual es el código de fabrica

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