About the JBL OnBeat
Which Apple device do you have? An iPod? iPhone? iPad? Whichever you have your music on, you still want to enjoy it with great, room-filling sound. And with the JBL OnBeat, you can.
One size does fit all
Which Apple device do you have? An iPod? iPhone? iPad? Whichever you have your music on, you still want to enjoy it with great, room-filling sound. And with the JBL OnBeat, you can.
The system's universal dock can handle just about any flavor of i-device. A sturdy support arm holds your iPod upright. But you can also swivel it 90° to hold your iPod touch or iPhone horizontally so you can watch videos or just use Apple's Cover Flow interface. When the dock arm is upright, a provided attachable brace lets you dock your iPad securely at an easy-to-view angle.
Get great sound from your player
Inside the base of the OnBeat is a remarkable compact speaker system. Carefully optimized digital signal processing allows the twin full-range JBL speakers to deliver your music with plenty of detail in a spacious, 360° soundfield.
Video, too
Want to enjoy our player's videos on the "big screen?" The OnBeat has composite video output so you can connect it to your TV. Watch a movie from your iPad on the TV, while playing the soundtrack through the OnBeat.
From the review JBL OnBeat A simple system, a simple pleasure
"The JBL OnBeat is a simple, stand-alone iPod/iPhone/iPad docking speaker system that delivers on sound. Based on my experience, I think it would be a good addition to a den, office, or bedroom. If your i-Device is looking for a home, the JBL OnBeat just might be for you."
Ralph, Crutchfield Blog Editor and A/V Writer
Product highlights:
- compatible with docking iPods, iPhones, and iPads
- compatible with iPad and iPad 2
- two JBL Phoenix SE full-range speakers
- automatically charges player while docked
- sync docked player through USB input (mini-USB-to-USB cable not included)
- dock swivels to orient player horizontally or vertically
- detachable support brace for iPad
- auxiliary stereo minijack input
- composite video output
- remote
- AC power adapter
- 10-13/16"W x 5-3/4"H x 5-5/16"D
- 1.9 lbs.
- warranty: 1 year
- MFR # JBLONBEATBLKAM
What's in the box:
- iPod/iPhone/iPad speaker dock
- AC power adapter (with attached 6' DC cord)
- 6.5' AC power cord
- Remote control (with installed 3V CR2025 lithium battery)
- iPod/iPhone adapter clip
- iPad adapter clip
- Owner's Manual
- Warranty sheet
- Important Safety Instructions
- Offer sheet for free iPod 2 bracket
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Overview: The JBL OnBeat is a high-performance loudspeaker system for the Apple iPod, iPhone, and iPad. The JBL OnBeat delivers realistic, high-output sound from your Apple device via dual Phoenix full-range transducers with computer-optimized DSP equalization for a richly detailed 360-degree soundstage. A universal dock connector firmly docks your iPod, iPhone, or iPad, and lets you rotate iPod and iPhone screens to portrait or landscape orientation for the best video display. The JBL OnBeat docking station features an IR remote that puts you in full control of system functions and music navigation from across the room. The included AC power supply keeps your Apple device charged when docked. With an optional composite cable (sold separately), the JBL OnBeat system can even send video content on to your TV.
Compact Design: The JBL OnBeat dock is compact enough to fit just about anywhere in your home or office. The docking system measures only 10.875" (w) x 5.75" (h) x 6.25" (d), and weighs 1.9 lbs.
JBL Phoenix Transducers: The JBL OnBeat docking system is a great-sounding home entertainment system in the JBL tradition. Dual JBL Phoenix full-range transducers with 7.5-watt x 2-chanel amplification and computer-optimized DSP equalization deliver impressive frequency response (70Hz - 20kHz) with minimal distortion, even at high output levels. You'll hear your favorite music with accuracy and detail you wouldn't have thought possible from a system this size.
High-Output Digital Power: The JBL OnBeat docking station features a powerfully tuned digital audio path. The clean digital amplification delivers high-output, crystal-clear sound.
Apple Device Dock Connector: The JBL OnBeat's integrated dock lets you play and control music directly from many docking versions of iPod, iPhone, and iPad. The JBL OnBeat supports audio playback, video output, menu navigation, and charging of select iPods, iPhones, and iPads. You will continue to use your iPod, iPhone, or iPad's LCD screen to view song/artist information and Album art (the JBL OnBeat has no LCD screen). The JBL OnBeat has been certified "Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone/iPad model functions (as of 11/6/2012):
iPod/iPhone Model | Generation | Tested Version | Media Type | Control Type | Display Type | Charge | |||
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Audio | Video Out | Remote | iPod/iPhone | Song/Artist Text | Track Info | ||||
dock connector | 3rd | N/A | N | N | N | N | N | N | N |
clickwheel color | 4th | N/A | N | N | N | N | N | N | N |
mini | 1st | N/A | N | N | N | N | N | N | N |
2nd | N/A | N | N | N | N | N | N | N | |
video | 5th | 1.3 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
classic | 80GB | 1.1.2 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
120GB | 2.0.1 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
160GB | 2.0.4 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
nano | 1st | 1.3.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
2nd | 1.1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
3rd | 1.1.3 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
4th | 1.0.4 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
5th | 1.0.2 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
6th | 1.1 PC | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
6th* | 1.01 PC | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
touch | 1st | 2.2.1 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
2nd | 4.2.1 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
3rd | 5.1.1 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
4th | 6.0 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
5th* | 6.0 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
iPhone | 2G | 3.1.3 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
3G | 4.2.1 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
3GS | 5.1.1 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
4 | 6.0 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
4S | 6.0 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
5* | 6.0 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
iPad | 1 | 6.0 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
2 | 6.0 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
3 | 6.0 | Y | Composite | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
4* | 6.0 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y | |
iPad mini | 1* | 6.0 | Y | N | Y | Y | N | N | Y |
- *The iPod nano (7th gen), iPod touch (5th gen), iPhone 5, iPad 4, and iPad mini will require the Apple Lightning to 30-pin adapter or Lightning to 30-pin cable (both, sold separately) in order to dock with this system.
- Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the device and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to revert to the older software version or wait until an newer software update is available.
iPod Adapter Clips: The JBL OnBeat speaker dock includes two adapter clips: one for an iPod touch/iPod classic/iPhone device, and another for an iPad device (the iPod 5G and iPod nano models do not require an adapter clip). The adapters allow you to dock units with or without 3rd-party skins attached.
Rotating Dock: When an iPod or iPhone device is docked in the JBL OnBeat speaker dock, you can rotate the dock either a Portrait mode or Landscape mode. To rotate the dock to the landscape mode, turn it 90-degrees counterclockwise. To rotate it back to the portrait mode, turn it 90-degrees clockwise. The dock will hold in place at the portrait and the landscape positions.
Composite Video Output: A rear-panel composite video output displays video content stored on your iPod, iPhone, or iPad onto your connected television. Composite video cable sold separately.
IR Remote Control: The included IR remote control navigates iPod, iPhone, and iPad menus from up to 15 feet away. Using the included IR remote control, you can navigate your songs, playlists photos and videos, change tracks and system settings, and much more.
Side-Panel Volume Controls: Convenient side-panel controls let you raise or lower volume ,and mute or un-mute the system with just the press of your finger.
USB Port: The JBL OnBeat is equipped with a rear-panel USB (type-B) port which allows you to connect the iPod, iPhone, or iPad to your computer and sync the device to iTunes; without ever having to remove it from the speaker dock. USB cable sold separately.
Auxiliary Input: The JBL OnBeat features a rear-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input for connecting an external audio source, such as your iPod shuffle or other portable MP3 player. Audio cable sold separately.
Evercharge Topology: The AC power supply charges your Apple iPod or iPhone device while docked. When plugged into AC power, the JBL OnBeat dock will charge your iPod or iPhone without a computer connection, even when the system itself is turned off.
The JBL OnBeat replaces these items
JBL On Stage Micro II
- compatible with all docking iPods, including 160GB iPod classic®, 6th generation iPod nano®, and 4th generation iPod touch®
- compatible with iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, and iPhone 4
- USB port allows pass-through syncing of player with computer
JBL On Stage IIIP
- compatible with all docking iPods
- including 160GB iPod classic®, 6th generation iPod nano®, and 4th generation iPod touch®
- compatible with iPhone®, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, and iPhone 4
- four 1" full-range JBL Odyssey speakers
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I absolutely love this speaker it's perfect for what I'm using it for, and everybody that sees it wants one. I read a review that it does not charge the iPad/iPhone it does mine, at any rate I am happy that I purchased the JBL speaker for my iPhone and iPad. So kudos to the maker
Angelnet from Winter haven, Fla