In this article, we’ll walk through exactly how to turn on your JBL Charge 6, explain what its indicator lights mean, and offer troubleshooting tips if your speaker doesn’t power on as expected.
If you’ve just unboxed your new JBL Charge 6, powering it up is quick and intuitive – more than you’d actually think.
We’ll also explain what the sounds and the LED lights mean when you do, and how to power the speaker off when you’re not using it.
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Turn ON JBL Charge 6
The first step is to locate the power button. On the JBL Charge 6, the power button is a circular rubberized button marked with the universal I & O symbol. You’ll find it on the top panel of the speaker, adjacent to the Bluetooth and Auracast.
Ensure the speaker has some charge. If it’s brand-new, it may have a small factory charge, but we recommend plugging it into a USB-C power source for at least 30 minutes before first use.
Press the power button once. The LED status ring around the power button will light up and the speaker will perform its startup chime, indicating it’s fully on and ready to use. If it’s your first time powering it on, the Bluetooth LED will start blinking and making a recurrent sound. This means that it is in pairing mode.
To turn off your JBL Charge 6, simply press the same power button once until. You’ll hear the shutdown tone and the LED ring goes dark.
Understand the LED Indicators
Solid White Light (Charging Indicator): Speaker is on and battery level is above 20%.
Flashing White Light (Charging Indicator): Battery is between 10%–20%; consider recharging soon.
Solid or Blinking Red Light (Charging Indicator): Battery is critically low (below 10%); charge immediately.
While charging, the charging indicator LED will pulse linearly. When the LED stays solid, the battery is fully charged.
Solid White Light (Bluetooth): Speaker is paired and connected to a device.
Flashing White Light (Bluetooth): Speaker is in pairing mode.
Solid White Light (Power Button): Speaker is on.
Solid White Light (Auracast Button): Auracast is active. Your speaker is connected to another Auracast device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long should I charge my JBL Charge 6 before first use?
A: A minimum of 1 hour is recommended to ensure you start with a full battery.
Q: Can I turn on the speaker while it’s plugged in?
A: Yes, the Charge 6 can power on and play audio even while charging.
Q: Can I Connect the JBL Charge 6 To multiple devices?
A: Yes, the Charge 6 can be paired to multiple devices. However, playback can only be on one device at a time. Pause playback on one device to use it on another paired deb=vice.
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