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Altec Lansing - Mini LifeJacket Jolt IMW479L Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black

Model: IMW479L-BLK
SKU: 6348453
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  • Key Specs
    • Speaker Pairing: true (Wirelessly connect the speaker to another compatible speaker for a more immersive sound experience or multi-room audio. Pairing may require use of an app or additional setup.)
    • Speakerphone: true
    • Wireless: true
    • Rechargeable: true
    • USB Device Charging: true
  • General
    • Brand: Altec Lansing
    • Model Number: IMW479L-BLK
    • Product Name: Mini LifeJacket Jolt IMW479L Portable Bluetooth Speaker
    • Color: Black
  • Audio
    • Number of Speakers: 1
    • Wattage: 6 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
    • Speaker Pairing: true (Wirelessly connect the speaker to another compatible speaker for a more immersive sound experience or multi-room audio. Pairing may require use of an app or additional setup.)
  • Voice
    • Speakerphone: true
    • Calling Features: Via "Just Ask"
  • Connectivity
    • Wireless: true
    • Maximum Wireless Range: 100 feet
    • Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Headphone Jack: false (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
    • Auxiliary Input: true
  • Features
    • Protective Qualities: Water resistant
    • Maximum Depth of Water Resistance: 3.28 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
    • Controls: Power, volume down/prev. track, volume up/next track, call answer/voice assistant, link
    • Remote Control Included: false
    • Digital Display: false
    • Light Type: Multi-color
    • Lighting Type: LED
    • Clip-on: false
  • Power
    • Rechargeable: true
    • Battery Life (up to): 16 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Charge Time: 4 hours (Battery charge time will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. Charging time will likely decrease with time and usage of the battery.)
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
    • USB Device Charging: true
    • Voltage: 5 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
    • Wireless Charging: false
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 2.43 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 6.5 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 2.25 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 1.5 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 021331781123

Host private parties with this Altec Lansing Mini LifeJacket Jolt portable Bluetooth speaker. Built-in LEDs enrich your listening experience with five vibrant lighting modes, and the powerful drivers produce clean, resounding audio. This Altec Lansing Mini LifeJacket Jolt portable Bluetooth speaker offers up to 16 hours of battery life per charge and shares power with smartphones via a built-in USB port.

Portable Speaker Buying Guide

  • Connect wirelessly: Pair this speaker with virtually any Bluetooth-enabled device, including phones, tablets and laptops.
  • Rechargeable battery: Enjoy up to 16 hours of extended playback on a single charge.
  • Rugged water-resistant design: IP67 rating ensures that your speaker is water-resistant, dirtproof, snow proof and will even float in the water.
  • Auxiliary audio input: Allows simple wired connectivity.
  • LED light modes: Light up your sound, pick between five different LED light modes to customize your speaker with your music.
  • Portable power for your additional devices: Built-in USB ports allow you to charge up an additional device for an instant charge on the go.
  • House party pairing: Pair your Mini LifeJacket Jolt with up to 50 house party enabled speakers to amplify your sound.
  • Connect wirelessly: Pair this speaker with virtually any Bluetooth-enabled device, including phones, tablets and laptops.
  • Rechargeable battery: Enjoy up to 16 hours of extended playback on a single charge.
  • Rugged water-resistant design: IP67 rating ensures that your speaker is water-resistant, dirtproof, snow proof and will even float in the water.
  • Auxiliary audio input: Allows simple wired connectivity.
  • LED light modes: Light up your sound, pick between five different LED light modes to customize your speaker with your music.
  • Portable power for your additional devices: Built-in USB ports allow you to charge up an additional device for an instant charge on the go.
  • House party pairing: Pair your Mini LifeJacket Jolt with up to 50 house party enabled speakers to amplify your sound.
Whats Included
  • Altec Lansing Mini LifeJacket Jolt IMW479L Portable Bluetooth Speaker
  • Quick start guide
  • USB Cable
  • Altec Lansing Mini LifeJacket Jolt IMW479L Portable Bluetooth Speaker
  • Quick start guide
  • USB Cable

Q: Is this speaker waterproof

A: I use it while kayaking and I have gotten dunked into the water and the speaker went 6ft under and came back up and stay in water for 10 mins and works good still .

Q: How long does the battery last

A: The battery can last up to 16 hours

Q: is the rubber jacket on the mini lifejacket jolt removable for cleaning?? and will that affect the waterproofing??

A: Hi there - The rubber jacket on the Mini LifeJacket Jolt (IMW479L) is not removable. We recommend if dirty or the speaker was put in salt water to run under tap water to remove dirt and grim. Then let air dry!

Q: Can a microphone be used at the AUX IN port to make calls or video conference instead of using the built in speaker?

A: Hi there - No, the aux input cannot support a microphone. It's strictly another plug for connecting a device that doesn't have Bluetooth.

Q: how do you set speaker up for blue thooth?

A: Hi there Geno - Thanks for reaching out to us! Press and hold the power button down through the welcome message. Once your speaker is powered on, it is put into pairing mode. Open your Bluetooth manager and click "pair" to the Mini LifeJacket Jolt speaker!

Q: I presume the speaker can pick up and play pandora ?

A: Hi there - thanks for the question. Yes, once connected via Bluetooth you can stream Pandora.

Q: Does anyone know if the speaker turns off after been an active for a period of time?

A: Yes it does! Stays on for a while but it will turn off!

Q: Can you hang this speaker on something? Does it have a handle or something.

A: It doesn't have a handle or place for a 'biner clip. It does have a place on the bottom where you can screw it onto a stand or support of some sort.