Authentics L8 Owner’s Manual
Authentics L8 Table of Contents Introduction 3 Description and Features 3 Included Items 3 Controls and Connections 4 JBL Authentics L8 Top Panel Controls 4 JBL Authentics L8 Bottom Panel Controls 5 Placing the JBL Authentics L8 System 6 Connections 6 Power Connection 6 Wi-Fi Connection 6 Operation 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
Authentics L8 Introduction Introduction Included Items Thank you for purchasing the JBL Authentics L8 home audio system, with which you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The audio system is designed to provide excitement and power to the listening experience in your living room.
Authentics L8 Refer the following illustrations to remove the grille of your Authentics L8 audio system. Introduction Controls and Connections The JBL Authentics system controls and connections are available on the top and bottom panels of the system. JBL Authentics L8 Top Panel Controls On the top-right corner of the system, you will be able to locate the Power button and Volume tuner. Power button: To switch the system ON, press the Power button.
Authentics L8 Source button: To switch between the sources, press the Source button. The system stops or pauses audio input from the last source and attempts to connect to the new source. NFC: The system also supports Near Field Communication (NFC) for Bluetooth auto-pairing. Place the mobile device near the NFC logo on the top-front of the system to pair or unpair. Introduction The two USB ports are designed to function simultaneously.
Authentics L8 Power: This is the power inlet to provide power for the system to function. Connect the included power cord here. ON/OFF: You can use this switch to connect or disconnect AC power to the system. Placing the JBL Authentics L8 System The audio system is not a portable device and needs to be installed in a specific place in your room to provide you with the best possible music experience. We recommend placing the audio system on a table to enjoy better sound clarity.
Authentics L8 To connect to your home network via WPS-PBC mode: 1. Press the WPS button on your router. 2. Within one minute, press the WPS button on the JBL Authentics L8 system for less than two seconds. Placing the JBL Authentics L8 System your Wi-Fi network. This takes at least 40 seconds. Once the JBL Authentics L8 is connected to the network, the system will play a tone indicating the connection is successful.
Authentics L8 Placing the JBL Authentics L8 System AUX IN iPad WPS Allow 5. Open the web browser on your computer or phone/ tablet, and in the address bar, enter 192.168.1.1 and press enter. The JBL Authentics setup page will appear. 6. Choose the Wi-Fi network you want to connect to, enter the password and click Save. > 2s The iPhone, iPad or iPod touch will then share Wi-Fi settings with the JBL Authentics L8 and it will be connected to your Wi-Fi network. This takes at least 40 seconds.
Authentics L8 Operation Operation Turning the JBL Authentics L8 ON and OFF To turn the JBL Authentics L8 ON, press the Power button on the top panel of the system. The system can play only one active source at a time. Press the Source button whenever you want to change the source. To put the system into Standby mode, again press the Power button. NOTE: You can toggle between the Standby and the Operational modes by pressing the Power button.
Authentics L8 Operation 2. Use the device’s Bluetooth pairing menu to pair it with the JBL Authentics L8. The system will appear as JBL L8 BT in the list of Bluetooth available devices. When the system’s Bluetooth indicator LED illuminates constantly, it is paired with the device and you can stream audio via Bluetooth from the device to the system. To listen to audio from the Bluetooth device, press the Source button on the system to switch to the Bluetooth source.
Authentics L8 To initiate AirPlay streaming from a computer with iTunes, 1. Launch iTunes. 1. Click the AirPlay button that appears at the bottom of the iTunes window. 2. Select JBL_L8_WF_XXXXXX in the pop-up list, where XXXXXX is the last six characters of the system’s MAC address. To initiate AirPlay streaming from an iPod, iPhone, or iPad device, 1. Tap the AirPlay button on the device’s screen. 2. Select JBL_L8_WF_XXXXXX in the speaker selection drop-down list.
Authentics L8 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.
Authentics L8 LED Indication Table If a new version is available, download it from the JBL website and proceed with the following upgrade method: 1. Place the upgrade file downloaded from the website, www.jbl.com onto the root directory of a USB drive. 2. Insert the USB drive into the top USB port on the top panel (labeled iPad). 3. Press the Power and Source buttons simultaneously for five seconds. The system will automatically begin the upgrade process.
Authentics L8 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If your JBL Authentics L8 system is not performing the way you think it should, check if the problem is covered in this section before calling your dealer or contacting a JBL representative. Problem My JBL Authentics L8 does not turn ON Solutions • Make certain the AC power cord is plugged into a live outlet. • Check to see whether the outlet is switch-controlled. No sound from any speaker • Contact your local JBL service center.
Authentics L8 Specifications Specifications Type High-frequency transducers Powered two-way stereo speaker with wireless audio playback and control 1 inch tweeter Low-frequency transducers Frequency response 4 inch woofer 45 Hz – 35 kHz Maximum SPL Signal-to-Noise Ratio (analog inputs) Signal-to-Noise Ratio (digital inputs) 104 dB @ 1m >92 dB >95 dB Amplifier power Amplifier THD at full power Wireless audio playback technologies Connections Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight Power supply Power consumptio
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