How To Fix JBL PartyBox 710 Not Turning On

Is your JBL PartyBox Bluetooth speaker not turning on? This could be caused by a software glitch, defective battery, faulty charging cable, or a defective circuit board. To fix this you will need to perform a series of troubleshooting steps.

JBL PartyBox 710 is a powerful and high-performance portable Bluetooth speaker that’s designed for parties and events. It delivers powerful sound with deep bass and crisp highs. The speaker features a large LED light show that can be customized to match your music and mood. It’s equipped with Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity, which allows you to wirelessly stream audio from your smartphone, tablet, or other compatible devices.

Technical specifications:

• Model Name: JBl PartyBox 710
• Transducers: 2 x 216mm (8″) woofer, 2 x 70mm (2.75″) tweeter
• Output power: 800W RMS (IEC60268)
• Power input: 100 – 240 VAC ~50/60Hz
• Frequency response: 35Hz – 20kHz (-6dB) Signal-to-noise ratio: >80dB
• Cable type: Right-angle AC power cable
• Cable length: 2.0m/6.6ft
• USB charge out: 5V/2.1A (max)
• USB format: FAT16, FAT32
• Bluetooth version: 5.1
• Bluetooth profile: A2DP V1.3, AVRCP V1.6
• Bluetooth transmitter frequency range: 2400MHz – 2483.5MHz
• Supported formats: .mp3, .wma, .wav

Why is my JBL PartyBox 710 speaker not turning on?

One of the issues that you might experience with your JBL PartyBox speaker is when it does not turn on. This can be an annoying experience especially if you are about to use it to listen to your favorite music.

Here’s what you need to do to fix this JBL speaker not turning on issue.

Solution 1: Press the power button of your JBL PartyBox 710 speaker

The first troubleshooting step you should try if your JBL PartyBox speaker does not turn on is to press and hold for a second the power button. Make sure that the power button is properly functioning and not stuck. If the button is stuck, try cleaning it with a soft cloth.

Connect AC power cord to the wall outlet.

Press the Power button.

If all goes well then your JBL speaker should turn on. If it doesn’t then proceed to the next step.

Solution 2: Check the JBL PartyBox 710 speaker charging port and cord

Your JBL PartyBox speaker uses an AC charging cord to get power into the device. You need to make sure that its power port is clean and free from any dirt or debris inside. You can clean the power port using a thin object such as a toothpick.

The port will have connector pins, make sure that it is not bent or damaged. If you have a damaged charging port then you will need to have this fixed.

You should also check the AC power cord you are using for any signs of defect. If necessary, replace this power cord with a new one.

Solution 3: Plug the JBL PartyBox 710 speaker to a different wall outlet

One of the reasons why your JBL PartyBox 710 speaker won’t turn on is because you are plugging it to a faulty wall power outlet. Try plugging the charging cable to a different wall outlet then check if the speaker will turn on.

Solution 4: Factory reset your JBL PartyBox 710 speaker

Performing a hard reset or factory reset will erase the data and settings done on Bluetooth speakers and bring it back to its default settings. This is a useful troubleshooting step when experiencing problems caused by the speaker software.

Factory reset JBL PartyBox 710

Simultaneously press and hold the Light and Play Buttons for more than 10 seconds.

Solution 5: Bring your JBL PartyBox 710 speaker to a service center

There are instances when your speaker will not turn on because of a hardware issue. This can be due to a faulty circuit board for example. If this is the case then you will need to have the speaker fixed at a service center.

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