How to Pair the JBL Tune 510BT All Platforms
The JBL Tune 510BT is a wireless headphone that can be paired via Bluetooth with a device such as a cell phone, tablet or computer. This process is simple and only takes a few minutes.
The JBL Tune 510BT is a headphone designed to deliver high-quality sound and all-day comfort. With a long battery life of up to 40 hours of playtime and an ergonomic design, the Tune 510BT is ideal for everyday use on the go.
It supports Bluetooth 5.0 and can be easily paired with any Bluetooth-enabled device such as smartphones, tablets and computers. The headset also features built-in buttons for music and call control, as well as a foldable design for easy storage and transport.
Before starting the pairing process, make sure your headset is charged. Plug the included USB cable into the headset’s charging port and your computer’s USB port or power adapter. Wait about two hours for the device to be fully charged.
Pairing the JBL Tune 510BT with an Android Phone or Tablet
You can pair the JBL Tune 510BT headphones with an Android phone or tablet by following the procedure below:
- Turn on your headset (wait for the startup sound)
- Put your headset in pairing mode by pressing the Bluetooth button for approximately 2 seconds.
- Go to your phone or tablet’s Bluetooth setting and make sure the feature is turned on.
- From the list of available devices displayed, tap “JBL Tune 510BT”. If the device does not appear, press “Update” or “Update Again”.
- After a moment, the device and your product will be paired (your headphones will play the characteristic connection sound)
Pair the JBL Tune 510BT with iPhone or iPad
To pair the JBL Tune 510BT with an iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:
- Make sure the headset is turned off. If it is on, press and hold the power button until the LED flashes white and blue alternately, indicating the headset is in pairing mode.
- Open Bluetooth settings on your iPhone or iPad. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
- Look for the device “JBL Tune 510BT” in the list of available devices. Select it to connect.
- When pairing is successful, the headphone LED should turn blue.
You should now be able to hear audio from your iOS device through the JBL Tune 510BT. If you’re having trouble pairing, make sure the headset is fully charged and try again.
Pairing the JBL Tune 510BT to Computer or Notebook
Windows:
To pair the JBL Tune 510BT with a Windows computer, follow these steps:
- Enable Bluetooth on your Windows computer/laptop. To do this, go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth and other devices.
- Activate pairing mode on the JBL Tune 510BT by pressing and holding the power button for about 5 seconds (the LED light will start flashing blue).
- On your Windows device, click on “Add Bluetooth or another device”.
- Select the “Bluetooth” option.
- Windows will start looking for nearby Bluetooth devices.
- Once the JBL Tune 510BT appears in the list, click on it to pair.
- Wait a few seconds for the Windows device to complete pairing.
- When it’s all done, the LED light on the JBL Tune 510BT will stay solid blue.
- The JBL Tune 510BT is now paired with your Windows device and you can start playing music or audio.
Mac:
To pair the JBL Tune 510BT with a Mac device, follow these steps:
- On Mac, go to System Preferences > Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth on.
- Then press and hold the power button on the headset for about 5 seconds until the LED light starts flashing blue.
- Still, on the Mac, click on the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar and select “Open Bluetooth Preferences”.
- The Mac will start looking for nearby Bluetooth devices.
- When JBL Tune 510BT appears in the list, click on it to connect.
- Wait a few seconds for the Mac device to complete pairing.
- When complete, the LED light on the JBL Tune 510BT will turn solid blue.
- The JBL Tune 510BT is now paired with your Mac device and you can start playing music or audio.
Linux:
The process for pairing the JBL Tune 510BT on Linux can vary depending on the distribution and desktop environment you are using, but generally involves the following steps:
- Turn on Bluetooth on your Linux device. On Ubuntu with the GNOME desktop environment, go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth and turn the feature on.
- Press and hold the power button on the headset for about 5 seconds until the LED light starts flashing blue.
- On your Linux, click on the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar and select “Bluetooth Settings”.
- The Bluetooth manager will start searching for nearby Bluetooth devices. When the JBL Tune 510BT appears in the list of found devices, click on it to connect.
- Wait a few seconds for Linux to complete the pairing.
- When complete, the LED light on the JBL Tune 510BT will turn solid blue.
- The JBL Tune 510BT is now paired with your Linux device and you can start playing music or audio.
Note: To reconnect your mobile device to the JBL Tune 510BT headset next time, simply turn on the headset and activate the Bluetooth function on the mobile device again. The headset will automatically reconnect to your mobile device.
Troubleshooting JBL Tune 510BT
If you are experiencing issues with your JBL Tune 510BT headphones, here are some common troubleshooting solutions:
- Unable to pair headphones with a device: Make sure the headphones are in pairing mode (LED should flash blue quickly) and make sure the device you want to pair with has Bluetooth turned on and within range of headphones. It may also help to reset both the headphones and the device you are trying to pair with.
- Distorted or poor sound: Check that the headphones are properly connected and that the ear pads are clean and securely seated. You can also try restarting your headphones and the device you are using to make sure there is no outside interference.
- Headphones are not charging: Make sure the headphones are properly connected to the charging cable and that the cable is connected to a reliable power source. Make sure the headphones are fully charged before using them.
- Headphones won’t turn on: Make sure the headphones are fully charged and try restarting them by pressing the power button for at least five seconds.
- Bluetooth connection issues: Make sure your headphones and the device you are using to connect are updated with the latest software updates and try reconnecting the devices.
If none of these steps helps, you may need to contact JBL technical support or consider replacing your headphones.
