1. Quick and Easy Steps to Connect Your JBL 660NC to MacBook

JBL 660NC wireless headphones connected to a MacBook
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Connecting your JBL 660NC headphones to your Macbook is a simple process that can be completed in just a few steps.

First, ensure that your headphones are powered on and in pairing mode. To do this, press and hold the power button for about 5 seconds until the LED light begins to flash blue and white.

Once your headphones are in pairing mode, open the Bluetooth settings on your Macbook. You can do this by clicking on the Apple menu, then selecting “System Preferences” and then “Bluetooth”.

System Requirements

Before pairing your JBL 660NC headphones with your MacBook, ensure compatibility by meeting the following system requirements:

macOS Version: macOS 10.10 (Yosemite) or later
Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 4.0 or later (built-in or via a USB adapter)
JBL 660NC Firmware: Latest firmware version (check for updates through the JBL Headphones app or via USB connection)

Additionally, ensure that your MacBook’s Bluetooth is enabled and that the JBL 660NC headphones have sufficient battery life.

Bluetooth Preparations

To ensure a successful Bluetooth connection, follow these preparatory steps:

Power on the Headphones: Press and hold the power button on the right earcup for approximately 1 second until the LED indicator flashes blue.
Enable Pairing Mode: With the headphones powered on, press and hold the Bluetooth button (located on the right earcup) for 5 seconds until the LED indicator blinks rapidly blue and white.
Open Bluetooth Menu on MacBook: On your MacBook, click the Apple menu , select “System Preferences,” and then choose “Bluetooth.” Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut Cmd + Space to launch Spotlight, then type “Bluetooth” and press Enter.

Enabling Bluetooth on Your MacBook

To connect your JBL 660NC to your MacBook via Bluetooth, you must first enable Bluetooth on your MacBook. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Click on the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen.
Select “System Preferences” and click on the Bluetooth icon.
Make sure Bluetooth is turned on by clicking the checkbox next to “Bluetooth: On.”
Your MacBook is now ready to pair with your JBL 660NC.

Putting Your JBL 660NC Headphones into Pairing Mode

To put your JBL 660NC headphones into pairing mode, follow these steps:

Power on your headphones. To do this, slide the power switch to the "on" position. The LED indicator light will flash blue.
Press and hold the Bluetooth button. The Bluetooth button is located on the right ear cup. Hold the button down for about 5 seconds, or until the LED indicator light flashes blue and white.
Your headphones are now in pairing mode. They will remain in pairing mode for about 2 minutes. During this time, you can connect your headphones to your MacBook by following the steps in the next section.

Step	Action
1	Power on your headphones by sliding the power switch to the “on” position.
2	Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the right ear cup for about 5 seconds, or until the LED indicator light flashes blue and white.
3	Your headphones are now in pairing mode and will remain so for about 2 minutes.

Verifying Successful Connection

Once you have completed the preceding steps, you can verify that your JBL 660NC headphones are successfully connected to your MacBook by following these steps:

Click on the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen.
Select “System Preferences” from the drop-down menu.
Click on the “Bluetooth” icon in the System Preferences window.
In the list of Bluetooth devices, look for your JBL 660NC headphones. If they are successfully connected, they will be listed as “Connected.”
You can also test the connection by playing music on your MacBook. If you can hear the music through your headphones, then the connection is successful.
If you are having trouble connecting your JBL 660NC headphones to your MacBook, you can try the following:

Troubleshooting Tips
Problem	Solution
My headphones are not listed in the Bluetooth menu	Make sure that your headphones are turned on and in pairing mode.
My headphones are listed in the Bluetooth menu, but they are not connecting	Try restarting your MacBook and your headphones.
I can’t hear any sound through my headphones	Make sure that the volume is turned up on both your MacBook and your headphones.

Pairing JBL 660NC with Macbook

1. Ensure that your JBL 660NC headphones are powered on and in pairing mode.

2. On your Macbook, navigate to the Bluetooth menu in the top right corner of the menu bar.

3. In the Bluetooth menu, click on the “Connect to a Device” button.

4. Your Macbook will search for available Bluetooth devices. Select “JBL 660NC” from the list.

5. Once the pairing process is complete, your JBL 660NC headphones will be connected to your Macbook.

Optimizing Audio Quality

6. Adjust the volume on your Macbook to a comfortable listening level.

7. If you experience any audio quality issues, try restarting your Macbook and headphones.

8. For the best audio quality, use a high-quality audio cable to connect your JBL 660NC headphones to your Macbook. A high-quality cable will provide a more stable and reliable connection, resulting in better audio quality.

Connection Method	Pros	Cons
Bluetooth	Wireless, convenient	May experience latency, lower audio quality
3.5mm Audio Cable	Stable, reliable, high audio quality	Wired, less convenient

Managing the Bluetooth Connection

After successfully pairing your JBL 660NC headphones with your MacBook, you may need to manage the Bluetooth connection in certain situations. Here are some scenarios and their resolutions:

1. Reconnecting to Your MacBook:

If you move out of range or turn off your headphones, they will automatically reconnect to your MacBook once they come back within range and are turned on.

2. Manually Connecting or Disconnecting:

You can manually connect or disconnect your headphones from the Bluetooth menu in the macOS menu bar.

3. Troubleshooting Connection Issues:

If you encounter any connection problems, try the following steps:

Issue	Solution
Headphones not connecting	Ensure both the headphones and your MacBook have Bluetooth enabled and are discoverable.
Audio cutting out or lagging	Move closer to your MacBook and check for obstructions or interference.
Headphones not showing in the Bluetooth menu	Restart your headphones and your MacBook.

4. Renaming Your Headphones:

You can customize the name that appears in the Bluetooth menu for easy identification.

5. Forgetting a Bluetooth Connection:

If you want to permanently remove a saved Bluetooth connection, you can “forget” it from the Bluetooth menu.

6. Priority Order of Connected Devices:

macOS manages the priority of connected Bluetooth devices. You can adjust the priority in the Bluetooth menu.

7. Disabling Bluetooth:

To temporarily disable Bluetooth on your MacBook, use the Bluetooth menu or the Control Center.

8. Troubleshooting Advanced Issues:

If you experience persistent Bluetooth problems, consider resetting the Bluetooth module on your MacBook or contacting Apple support.

9. Checking System Preferences:

In case of ongoing connection issues, double-check the Bluetooth settings in System Preferences to ensure everything is configured correctly.

10. Additional Troubleshooting Tips:

Restart your headphones and MacBook to reset the Bluetooth connection. Check for software updates for your macOS and headphones. Disable any VPN or antivirus software that may interfere with Bluetooth functionality. Reset the Bluetooth module on your MacBook by removing the Bluetooth.plist file from the ~/Library/Preferences folder.

How To Connect My Jbl 660nc To My Macbook

To connect your JBL 660NC headphones to your Macbook, follow these steps:

Make sure that your headphones are turned on and in pairing mode. The LED light on the headphones will flash blue and white when they are in pairing mode.
Open the Bluetooth settings on your Macbook. You can do this by clicking on the Apple menu and selecting “System Preferences.” Then, click on “Bluetooth.”
Click on the “Pair” button next to the name of your headphones. The LED light on the headphones will turn solid blue when they are connected to your Macbook.