JBL OnBeat Loudspeaker Docking Station

High-output sound from iPad, iPhone, and iPod.

The OnBeat loudspeaker dock is JBL's first dock to deliver realistic, high-output sound from any Apple iOS device. A universal connector firmly docks iPad, iPod, and iPhone devices and lets you rotate iPod and iPhone to view the screens in portrait or landscape orientation for the best video display.
  • Docks accommodates iPod, iPhone, or iPad
  • Composite output to display video content on TV
  • High power output
  • Dynamic JBL Weave design
  • Dock iPod or iPhone in portrait or landscape orientation
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Deliver an incredible listening and viewing experience from your iPod, iPhone, or iPad wherever you want it.

The JBL OnBeat loudspeaker dock delivers realistic, high-output sound from any Apple iOS device. Its universal connector firmly docks your iPad, iPod, or iPhone devices. The connector also lets you rotate your iPod or iPhone, so you can view the screen in portrait or landscape orientation for the best video display.

Great sound, easy controls

Dual Phoenix full-range transducers with computer-optimized DSP equalization provide a richly detailed 360-degree soundstage. An IR remote puts you in full control of system functions and music navigation from across the room. And an AC power supply keeps your devices charged when docked. With an optional composite cable, the JBL OnBeat system can even send video content on to your TV for the whole crowd to enjoy.

Highlights

  • Docks accommodates iPod, iPhone, or iPad
  • Dock allows placement of iPod or iPhone in portrait or landscape orientation for optimal viewing
  • Composite output for displaying video content on TV (cable not included)
  • High power output with dual full-range transducers with computer-optimized DSP equalization
  • IR remote control navigates iPod and iPhone menus from up to 15 feet (4.6m) away
  • USB and Auxiliary inputs for complete connectivity
  • Dynamic JBL Weave design delivers great sound with style

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Connect OnBeat to your television via a composite video cable and everyone can watch your favorite video on the big screen along with great JBL sound.

Technical Specs

General

  • Music Profile: Hip Hop / R&B / Rap,Classical & Jazz,Pop / Rock / Alternative / Country
  • Input Type: 30 Pin Dock,3.5mm Stereo Jack,USB
  • Usage: Remote Control

Power

  • Power Source: AC

Driver

  • Frequency Response: 70Hz-20kHz
  • Speaker Configurations: Stereo
  • Drivers: Phoenix drivers

Compatibility

  • iPhone 4S

  • iPhone 4

  • iPhone 3GS

  • iPhone 3G

  • iPhone

  • iPod touch
    4th generation

  • iPod touch
    3rd generation

  • iPod touch
    2nd generation

  • iPod touch
    1st generation

  • iPod classic
    120GB 160GB (2009)

  • iPod classic
    160GB (2007)

  • iPod classic 80GB

  • iPod nano
    6th generation

  • iPod nano
    5th generation (video camera)

  • iPod nano
    4th generation (video)

  • iPod nano
    3rd generation (video)

  • iPod
    5th generation (video) 60GB 80GB

  • iPod
    5th generation (video) 30GB

  • iPod
    5th generation (video)

  • iPad
    1st generation

What's in the Box?

  • JBL OnBeat Loudspeaker Docking Station
  • IR remote control
  • AC power cord
  • Universal connector

Manufacturer Information

Warranty

  • Note: Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple Brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple's Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.
  • Warranty: One-year limited

Part Number

  • UPC or EAN No.: 50036311939
  • Mfr. Part Number: JBLONBEATBLK
 

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Expected more from JBL

    • Written by from Wauwatosa

    First off for this to sound good you cannot have your volume full blast. There is no subwoofer so the bass is forced to go out the tiny speakers. Due to the lack of subwoofer the sound is very muddy. It works with both iPads but portrait only. The brace that holds the iPad is very flimsy and will break easily. I owned this dock for 3 days before I returned it. Worked better with the iPhone 4 than the iPads. Expected a better product from a reliable manufacturer like JBL. …More

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Not a good product

    • Written by from abilene

    I bought this for my ipad2 and was surprised that I had to send away for the correct bracket. The bracket to hold it was flimsy and I had no confidence that it would hold my $600 plus ipad2. The sound was terrible, tin canny and no base. I took it back. …More

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Warning! Don't use if iPad is your Alarm Clock!

    • Written by from Alpharetta

    Seldom would I be so negative towards any product, however as this product didn't satisfy the main reason why I purchased it, I must give it a poor rating.

    My carefully designed plan was to put my iPad 2 running some great clock application on my nightstand. I would be able to read the time without glasses, it's sort of a night light, and with the right application, even receive real-time weather information. During the day, I could listen to my favorite music and at night, have the clock application wake me up. Sounds like a great plan and a simple plan.... but noooooooooo. Some Product Manager trying to be overly Politically Correct thought engaging a Stand By Mode in the event your iPad doesn't generate any audio for some 10 minutes and thereby turning off the speakers would be a good idea... thinking it would save power... And to make matters worse, they decided not to go out of Stand By Mode in the event the iPad begins to speak... That means, unless you set your alarm for less than 10 minutes after you go to bed, the next morning you get to sleep in late... even if you had an important meeting to wake up for!

    My comments:

    1) It would have been so easy for the JBL On Beat to detect the audio and automatically take itself out of Stand By Mode. My guess is that was the original plan but the final design ended up with a flaw. The good folks at JBL surly would not have intentionally designed something with such a glaring flaw.

    2) Having earned a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering for a major university, I am here to tell you the difference in power consumption between an amplifier that is engaged yet not producing any audio and this same amplifier in Stand By mode is insignificant. This is a "feel good" everything must be green feature rather than any significant savings in one's power bill.

    3) To the best of my knowledge, this problem is 100% JBL and no iPad application, outside of something that makes a "keep alive" beep every 5 minutes or so, is going to correct JBL's design flaw.

    4) As the iPad 2 is so thin, one needs to carefully line it up before inserting the iPad into its docking position. I would have liked to see some kind of a back-stop so I could seat the iPad as far back as this back-stop and insert. As it is now, one needs to line it up carefully... not a big deal, but again, a simple problem to fix so it's easier and quicker to mount the thin iPad 2.

    5) OK... now the good news... assuming the JBL On Beat isn't in Stand By Mode, it sounds great! Perfect for a average sized room in that it fills the room with quality sound... for the price, the sound quality is more than acceptable.     …More

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Not worth the money

    • Written by from grant

    The speaker worked fine for a year and a few weeks later it stopped charging. I was able to prop up my phone/ipad to get a charge but that only worked for 2 weeks. Now this thing is useless. …More

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    It does function as an alarm clock!

    • Written by from Soest

    Now I do not know whether the solution is already offered in these reviews but I had, like a lot of people, alarm clock difficulties. I send a question to JBL and they helped out perfectly. In short: if you make sure your Iphone has the screen lock switched off AND make sure the app runs on the 'black alarm clock' screen it will give you your favorite music via the JBL speakers when you wake up. So now you have great quality and a good alarm clock. Admittedly the app is somewhat onlogical but in the end it all works out fine. More importantly the helpdesk really helps out. Great product! …More

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Great product, one short fall

    • Written by from Indianapolis

    First of all, let me say that this is a great product. For the size of the speakers, it sounds clear and crisp with some bass. It doesn't "thump" but if it did, the clarity would disappear. For $150, this is a great buy.

    My one short fall is that I, too, wanted to use this as an alarm clock/radio. I was aware that it itself is not an alarm clock. I can use the clock app on the iPad for that. However, as long as you leave it docked, it's always charging the iPad. Regardless of the battery, it is possible to overcharge the battery which can lead to shortened battery life. If it had a way that I could turn the charger off while still listening to music through the speakers that would've been awesome. I know that I can take it off the dock, hook a mini jack up to it from the iPad, and still listen to music. It's just not as convenient as leaving on the dock.

    Regardless, great product overall.     …More

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