Unfortunately, the usual way to activate the JBL Charge 5 Boost Mode does not work. Further, we know of no other way to switch this mode ON. But you could simulate it by adjusting an equalizer app on your streaming source device. Hopefully, JBL will add this feature in a later version of the firmware. … Continue reading JBL Charge 5 Boost Mode
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JBL Charge 5 Reset Instructions
This JBL Charge 5 Reset Instructions explain how to restore default settings. In short, it goes as follows: First, power on the speaker. Next, press the Reset button combo code (given below). Wait for the unit to power OFF, and once that occurs, Bluetooth reset is complete. Now for an in-depth look at this process, … Continue reading JBL Charge 5 Reset Instructions
JBL Charge 5 Volume Control
There are a few ways for how to set the JBL Charge 5 volume control on this model. So these can depend on the app(s) you’re playing from. In fact, many apps offer volume controls for their sound output levels. Furthermore, the Charge 5 has two buttons for volume control too. So find these (the … Continue reading JBL Charge 5 Volume Control
JBL Charge 5 How to Reset
Here, we show how to reset the JBL Charge 5 speaker. First, turn the speaker on. Next, wait for it to finish booting. Then press and release the Volume UP and Play-Pause buttons at the same time. Then wait for the unit to shut down. At this point, resetting is complete. So the next time … Continue reading JBL Charge 5 How to Reset
How to Charge JBL Charge 5
Recharge this speaker through the USB-C charging port on its back. To summarize how to charge the JBL Charge 5: First, choose a USB power adapter that’s big enough. Next, connect the Black USB-C cable included with the speaker between the Charge 5 and the power adapter you’re using. Then plug the adapter into a … Continue reading How to Charge JBL Charge 5
JBL Charge 5 Battery Life at Max Volume
The JBL Charge 5 battery life at max volume we discuss in terms of the following. How long the speaker plays at full volume. So we assume a full charge here. JBL Charge 5 Battery Life at Max Volume: Per Charge How long should the battery last? The built in lithium ion battery lasts up … Continue reading JBL Charge 5 Battery Life at Max Volume
JBL Charge 5 Power Button Not Turning OFF
When you see the JBL Charge 5 Power Button Not Turning OFF the speaker, this means one or more problems. And we offer below some solutions for the most likely cause. JBL Charge 5 Power Button Not Turning OFF: Causes Now in this model, one or more of the following may cause this. The button … Continue reading JBL Charge 5 Power Button Not Turning OFF
JBL Charge 5 Won’t Connect
Explains why the JBL Charge 5 won’t connect with common source devices. So here we provide the steps necessary to create a successful connection. Check that none of the following are true first. There’s a defect in the speaker. That the JBL Charge 5 has a full charge. The source device and speaker are in … Continue reading JBL Charge 5 Won’t Connect
JBL Charge 5 Lock Mode
Entering JBL Charge 5 lock mode powers down the speaker. So when locked, you cannot pair to or play music through it. Lock mode also disables the buttons, except for the combo you need to exit this mode. Also, all the top panel lamps glow white while lock mode is in effect. Furthermore, the battery … Continue reading JBL Charge 5 Lock Mode
JBL Charge 5 Doesn’t Charge
Most JBL wireless speakers, including the Charge 5, offer truly portable operation via their lithium ion batteries inside. And when said battery dies, you can recharge them with an AC or car adapter. Sometimes though, the JBL Charge 5 doesn’t charge fully, or at all. To solve that, we offer information here to help. JBL … Continue reading JBL Charge 5 Doesn’t Charge