Your wireless speaker
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Introduction
With this speaker, you can enjoy audio from Bluetooth-enabled devices.
What's in the box
Check and identify the contents of your package:
- Speaker
- USB cable
- Quick start guide
- Safety sheet
- Worldwide warranty
- Taiwan warranty
- Cloth bag
Overview of the speaker
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- Turn the speaker on or off.
- In Bluetooth mode, press and hold to enter Stereo pairing mode.
- Enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
- Clear Bluetooth pairing information.
- In Bluetooth mode, press to pause or resume play.
- In Bluetooth mode, press twice to play the next track.
- Respond to an incoming call through Bluetooth connection.
- LED Indicator
- Microphone
- Charge the built-in battery
Get started
Always follow the instructions in this chapter in sequence.
Charge the built-in battery
The speaker is powered by a built-in rechargeable battery.
Note
- Fully charge the built-in battery before using.
- When the speaker is turned on and the battery is low, the battery level LED indicator blinks red quickly.
Connect the TYPE-C USB socket on the speaker to an outlet (5V ⎓ 3A) by using the provided USB cable.![]()
- When the speaker is being charged, the LED indicator is solid red.
- When the speaker is fully charged, the LED indicator is blue if turn on the speaker.
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- Risk of speaker damage! Make sure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage of the unit. (There is a rating label on the back of the unit.)
- Risk of electric shock! When unplug the USB cable, always pull the plug from the socket. Never pull the cable.
- Use only a USB cable specified by the manufacturer or sold with this speaker.
Turn on/off
Press
to turn the speaker on.
- You will hear the prompt sound.
- The LED indicator will blink blue.
To turn the speaker off, press
again.
Note
- The speaker will turn off automatically after 15 minutes without audio signal from Bluetooth.
Play from Bluetooth devices
With this speaker, you can enjoy audio from your Bluetooth device.
Note
- Make sure that the Bluetooth function is enabled on your device.
- The maximum distance for pairing the speaker and your Bluetooth device is 20 meters (66 feet).
- Keep away from any other electronic device that may cause interference.
- Press
to turn the speaker on. It will enter Bluetooth pairing mode automatically. You can also press and hold
for 2 seconds to enter Bluetooth pairing mode. - Enable Bluetooth and select "Philips JS30" in the Bluetooth list on your device for pairing.
- If a message prompts for permission for Bluetooth connection, confirm it.
- If a password is required, enter 0000 and then confirm.
- Play audio on your Bluetooth device to start streaming music.
LED indicator | Description |
Blinking blue quickly | Read for pairing |
Blinking blue slowly | Reconnecting the last connected device |
Solid blue | Connected |
Note
- To disconnect a device, press and hold
for 2 seconds until the LED indicator blinks blue quickly. - When you turn on the speaker, it always automatically tries to reconnect the last successfully connected device.
- To clear the pairing information, press and hold
for 8 seconds until the LED indicator slowly blinks cyan for 3 times.
Control playback
During playing the music.
![]() | Press to pause or resume play |
Press twice to pla the next track |
![]() | Adjust the volume |
Control phone call
![]() | Press to answer or end a call |
Press an hold to reject a call |
![]() | Adjust the volume |
Pairing for stereo mode
Two identical wireless speakers (Philips JS30) can pair with each other for stereo sound.
Note
- Any speaker can be used as the primary speaker.
- The speaker connected to a Bluetooth device can only be used as the primary speaker.
- Before stereo pairing, make sure that the secondary speaker is under Bluetooth pairing mode.
- The maximum distance for pairing the speaker and your Bluetooth device is 20 meters (66 feet).
- In stereo mode, the button operation on the secondary speaker is as same as that of the primary speaker.
- Press
to power on both speakers. They will enter Bluetooth pairing mode automatically. The speaker connected to your Bluetooth device will be used as the primary speaker. - On the primary speaker, press and hold
to enter stereo pairing mode until the LED indicator blinks red and blue alternately quickly. - You will hear a prompt sound when successfully connected.
- The LED indicator lights up or blinks in blue on the primary speaker.
- The LED indicator lights up in blue on the secondary speaker.
- Press
on either speaker. The music will be played through both speakers.
To exit the stereo mode, press and hold
on either speaker.
Note
- Product information is subject to change without prior notice.
General information |
Power supply | 5V ⎓ 3A |
Built-in Lithium battery | 3.7V, 2200mAh |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 98 x 131 x 43 mm |
Weight (main unit) | 0.275 kg |
Amplifier |
Output power | 3W |
Frequency response | 100 Hz - 20 kHz |
Signal to noise ratio | > 70 dB |
Speakers |
Impedance | 4Ω |
Maximum input power | 4W |
Size | 1.75° |
Bluetooth |
Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Frequency range | 2402 - 2480 MHz |
Maximum transmtion power | 4dBm |
Compatible Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP |
Bluetooth range | approx. 20m |
Troubleshooting
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- Never remove the casing of the speaker.
To keep the warranty valid, never try to repair the speaker your self.
If you encounter problems when using this speaker, check the following points before requesting service, If the problem remains unsolved, go to the Philips website (www.philips.com/welcome). When you contact Philips, ensure that the speaker is nearby and the model number and serial number are available.
General
No power
- Make sure the speaker is fully charged.
- Make sure the USB socket of the speaker is properly connected.
- As a power-saving feature, the speaker turns off automatically 15 minutes after no audio signal is received or no audio device is connected.
No sound
- Adjust the volume on this speaker.
- Adjust the volume on the connected device.
- Make sure that your Bluetooth device is within the operational range.
No response from the speaker
Bluetooth
The audio quality is poor after connection with a Bluetooth-enabled device
- The Bluetooth reception is poor. Move the device closer to this speaker or remove any obstacle between them.
Fail to find [Philips JS30] on your Bluetooth device for pairing
- Press and hold
for 2 seconds to enter Bluetooth pairing mode, and then try again.
Cannot connect with your Bluetooth device
- The Bluetooth function of your device is not enabled. Refer to the user manual of your device to find out how to enable the function.
- This speaker is not in pairing mode.
- This speaker is already connected to another Bluetooth-enabled device. Disconnect and try again.
Safety
Important safety instructions
- Make sure that the power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage of the unit. (There is a rating label on the back of the unit. You may refer to the illustration for its position.).
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- The speaker shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
- Do not place any source of danger on the speaker (e.g.liquid filled objects, lit candles).
- Make sure that there is enough free space around the speaker for ventilation.
- Please use the speaker safely in an environment with temperature between 0° and 45°.
- Only use attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Battery safety precaution
- Danger of explosion if a battery is Incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
- A battery (battery pack or battery installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
- A battery in extreme high or low temperatures during use, storage or transportation, and low air pressure at high altitude can pose safety hazards.
- Do not replace a battery with an incorrect type that can defeat a safeguard (for example, some lithium battery types).
- Disposing a battery into fire or a hot oven, mechanically crushing or cutting a battery can result in an explosion.
- Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding, or an extremely low air pressure environment may result in an explosion or leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
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- Never remove the casing of this speaker.
- Never lubricate any part of this speaker.
- Place this speaker on a flat, hard and stable surface.
- Never place this speaker on other electrical equipment.
- Only use this speaker indoors. Keep this speaker away from water, moisture and liquid-filled objects.
- Keep this speaker away from direct sunlight, naked flames or heat.
- Risk of explosion if a battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
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