Ready2Talk JB6 Portable PA System with Buddy Speaker User Manual

June 2, 2024
Ready2Talk

Ready2Talk JB6 Portable PA System with Buddy Speaker

Thank you for purchasing the Ready2Talk JB 6
Portable PA system with Buddy Speaker.
The JB 6 was designed as a durable, high-quality Portable PA System that is ready to use in seconds. Perfect for daily use in leased and rental vehicles, or as a backup system when you need a great-sounding PA quickly, even outdoors. You can easily play music from your phone through the built in Bluetooth receiver and the included Buddy Speaker will help you project the sound across a broader area (e.g. from the back of the vehicle). You won’t have any problems hearing the JB 6!
Seamlessly use ANY of our Ready2Talk microphones from handheld to headset, wired to wireless! Check out Ready2TalkPA.com.

Microphone Operation (Microphone is not included)

  1. Connect the JB 6 to a 12V power source using the included power plug.The power LED on the JB 6 will glow red, indicating that it’s receiving power.
  2. Connect any Ready2Talk microphone (wired or wireless) to the 4 pin mic socket, noting the notch in the mic plug and the keyway in the mic socket.
  3. Turn on the microphone, speak normally and adjust the “Mic Volume” knob on the JB 6 to your desired level.

IMPORTANT: Use only the mics listed below and ensure the microphone is turned OFF before unplugging from the JB 6 or there will be a POP.

Playing music from your device

  1. Make sure the JB 6 is turned on.
  2. Open your phones BT search mode and choose “Ready2Talk” to start the pairing.
  3. When the power LED changes from red to blue, the JB 6 has paired with your phone.
  4. Start your music on your phone at the lowest volume setting, then increase to your desired level.
  5. Now you can talk and play music at the same time.
    Please Note: The volume knob on the JB 6 only controls microphone volume and your phone controls the music volume.

Connecting the Buddy Speaker (using the included speaker wire)

  1. Push the red spring tab on the JB 6 and insert the red wire into the terminal. Repeat with the red terminal on the Buddy Speaker.

  2. Repeat with the black terminals..

  3. Now the Buddy Speaker will mirror what is being played by the JB 6.
    Mounting

  4. Firmly attach both mounting brackets to the vehicle using bolts or screws (mounting bolts and screws are not included).

  5. Attach both the JB 6 and Buddy Speaker to the brackets using the included thumb screws. Ensure they are firmly tightened.

IMPORTANT: For safety, both the JB 6 and the Buddy Speaker must be securely mounted to the vehicle, using the included brackets and thumb screws. Failure to do so may cause serious harm or death to the driver and/or passengers, in the event of a vehicle collision!

Always confirm the mounting location will not damage the vehicle before drilling any holes. If unsure, check with your vehicles dealer or professional accessory installer before proceeding!

What if the JB 6 is not working?

  1. Ensure your vehicle is turned on and the power port is functioning.
  2. Next, with the power plug inserted into the vehicles power port, is the red LED in the plug on? If not, check the fuse in the tip of the power plug. Unscrew metal tip and replace the AGC 5A glass fuse if needed.
    (Be careful not to lose the internal spring).
    Replacements fuses can be found at many local auto part stores.

RF warning for Portable device:
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement.
The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

Optional Accessories (Check out Ready2TalkPA.com)
JB ACIDC Converts 110V wall power to 12V DC

Headsetss

HS 36M    Left side wired headset with 6 ft. (1.8M) cable and inline switch
HS 46M    Right side wired headset with 6 ft. (1.8M) cable and inline switch
HS BT4    Wireless headset (offers 12 Hrs. continuous talk time)

Hand Mics

HM 36C        Lightweight singers style hand mic with 12 ft. (3.5M) mic cable
HM BT3     Wireless singers style hand mic (offers 12 Hrs. talk time)

We hope this explains everything you wanted to know,if not please give us a call at 1 888 724-5351.
Thanks again for supporting Ready2Talk and enjoy your new JB 6.

JB6 Specifications

  • Class D Amplifier Output                               2x 32 Watts (Peak)
    2x 22 Watts (RMS)

  • Max Current Drain                                          5 Amp

  • Average Current Drain at Normal Volumes    1 Amp

  • Standby Current Drain                                     40 mA

FCC Warning

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B diital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protections against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

Manufactured for
Double E Products Ltd.
Box 16118/ 1199 Lynn Valley Rd
North Vancouver BC V7J 3S9
Canada
1-888-724-5351

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