If you're having trouble pairing your LG Tone earbuds, this article is for you. I'll explain how to pair them with your iPhone, laptop, iPad, and two phones, as well as how to reset, hard reset, and troubleshoot some common issues. With these tips, you should be able to get your earbuds working properly in no time. So keep reading
However, for pairing the earbuds. The LG Tone free app is not required. But I highly recommend downloading it from Play Store or If you are an IOS user, you can download it from the Apple store. It is available for free in both stores. The app gives you more control over your earbuds, like Equalizer settings for different sound modes, Ambient modes, Software updates, and much more. This way, you can make the most use of all the innovative features LG has to offer
Also, read about other LG headphones:
How to pair LG Tone Earbuds
To pair your earbuds with your phone, you'll need to first activate Bluetooth on your phone. If you don't know how to do that, simply follow these steps:
1. Tap on the Settings icon
2. Find Bluetooth and tap on it
3. Activate Bluetooth
And that's it! Now your earbuds should be paired with your phone.
Now open the charging case lid of your LG tone earbuds. Make sure the buds are already in the charging case, then open the Lid of the case.
1. Press and hold the touchpad on either the left or right earbud for a few seconds. Keep pressing the touchpad until the battery status blinks blue.
1. A pop-up will appear on your phone's screen. Tap "Connect" and then "Setup." Your earbuds will now be paired.
If your Android doesn't support 6.0 or higher, it might take a few seconds for the pop-up to appear.
If you haven't downloaded the app, you'll see options for downloading it. If you want to download it, tap on the app; otherwise, just tap "Done."
2. If you're connecting the earbuds to your iPhone and the pop-up doesn't appear, go to the Bluetooth Menu of your iPhone and select the Tone Free model. Then follow the same steps as above.
LG tone pairing mode— How to put Headset, Speaker, Soundbar, and Keyboard.
One of the first steps before putting the LG Tone in pairing mode is to charge your Lg headset fully. Turn on the Bluetooth of your device. And also, make sure the Headset is powered off.
1. To turn on Bluetooth, go to Settings—>App of your Android—>Connection/Bluetooth— >Turn it on.
2. Press and hold the Call and Power buttons for a couple of seconds after sliding the Power switch to the ON position.
In pairing mode, you will see a blue light beside the power button of your headset. Now, look at your phone screen. You will see your headset model. If it doesn't appear, tap on scan at the top right. The headset model will appear within a few seconds. Tap on it. You've paired your headset
IOS devices, PCs, Macs, and TVs can all be paired with the headset in the same way as Android devices.
Pairing mode for keyboards
Make sure your keyboard's battery is fully charged before pairing.
1. To turn on your keyboard.
2. Hold down the Bluetooth 1 key for a few seconds.
Blue LEDs will start blinking when the keyboard enters pairing mode.
To pair more than one device, press and hold the Bluetooth 2 or Bluetooth 3 key on your keyboard.
If your keyboard is an older model, hold down the FN and B keys.
How to put the soundbar into pairing mode
1. Start your sound bar by turning it on.
2. To turn on your device's Bluetooth connection, press the Function button until you see the Bluetooth icon or BT.
3. Your sound bar is in pairing mode when the Bluetooth icon or BT-Ready starts flashing.
In order to pair another device to your sound bar, you must turn off the device connected to your sound bar using Bluetooth.
Pairing mode for speakers:
1. Before connecting your speaker, please double-check that it is fully charged or plugged into a power source.
2. To turn on your speaker, press and hold the Power button until the power button flashes twice. You may hear a tone to signal that power has been turned on.
3. To put your speaker into Bluetooth pairing mode, press and hold the Bluetooth button for a few seconds.
4. You'll know your speaker is in pairing mode when the Bluetooth icon starts flashing.
How to pair LG tone earbuds to two phones
You can connect two devices simultaneously and use them with the LG Tone Free app, which is one of its main advantages. As an example, if you are watching TV or playing media on your computer, laptop, or iPad. You can switch instantly to another connected device, like receiving a call on your phone. Similarly, you can connect two phones. But there are two requirements:
1. Firstly, your earbuds must be capable of connecting to two devices via Bluetooth. Lg Tone earbuds already have that capability.
2. Google Play Services must be installed on your phone + Your phone must be Android 8 or higher.
Connect your LG Tone earbuds to two device
In order to use this feature, LG Tone earbuds must have already paired with your two desired devices. Once devices are paired, LG buds will automatically switch between the two devices
How to connect two devices for the first time, follow these simple steps:
1. First, go to LG Tone Free App and turn on Multi-Point & Multi-Paring Mode:
2. Place your LG Tone Buds in the charging case and close the lid, then go to your desired device's settings and turn on Bluetooth.
3. Open the charging case lid and press and hold the touchpad on either the left or right earbud for a few seconds. Continue pressing the touchpad until the battery status blinks blue. Once it is blue, it means the buds are paired.
4. Now go to your phone's screen and check if your LG Tone earbuds Model appears. If not, then tap on the scan button. After a few seconds, the Model will appear. Now tap on it. You'll see "connected" appearing, which means the first phone is paired with your earbuds. Now turn off the Bluetooth of this phone and turn on the Bluetooth of the second desired phone. Follow the same steps for pairing this smartphone as well.
When you close the lid of the charging case, the buds will automatically disconnect from the first phone, and whenever you turn on the Bluetooth of the first phone, they'll automatically connect with it.
So, whenever you want to switch to another connected phone, you must stop whatever you are listening to on the first device. And then, switch to another connected phone and start the audio of the second device.
How to connect LG tone earbuds to Laptop
To connect your LG Tone earbuds to a laptop, start by making sure the earbuds are charged at least 50%. Then open the charging case and look for the tiny button on the left side of the case. Press and hold this button until the front of the charging case starts blinking blue. Remove the earbuds from the case, but don't close the lid of the case. Put the earbuds back into the charging case, but keep the lid open.
Now click the 'Start' button on your laptop. Then, click on 'Settings' and find 'Bluetooth'. Click on it and turn it on. Next, click on 'Add device'. A popup will appear; in the popup, select 'Bluetooth' and wait for 10 to 20 seconds. You have to be patient until your LG earbuds model pops up. Once your earbuds appear in the list, just select them, and now you're all set.
And when you want to disconnect your LG Buds from your laptop, close the lid of the charging case. Also, turn off the Bluetooth on your laptop the same way you turned it on.
How to connect LG tone earbuds to iPad
In addition to connecting LG Tone earbuds to iPad, you can also connect them to third-party devices, including wireless keyboards, headphones, speakers, car kits, game controllers, and more. Keep your iPad within 33 feet (10 meters) of the Bluetooth device. You follow the same steps as we did when connecting LG earbuds to a laptop.
Follow these two steps below to connect your iPad
How to pair LG tone with meridian
Paring LG Tone earbuds with Meridian entirely depends on your LG earbuds model. If the model supports Meridian-tuned audio, all you need is the LG Tone Free App. Download the app, and how to download and connect your headphone, everything I have explained in this article. Just follow the quick and easy steps to connect your headphones. You'll be ready to enjoy premium sound quality in no time!
Once you download the app, open and follow the on-screen instructions, scroll down and find Equalizer Setting. Select the Sound Mode that you prefer under this setting, like Immersive, Natural, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, and more. You can also create a custom Equalizer Setting if you want to change what your earbud's touchpad does before it launches.
You can also activate Noise Cancelling Mode without even opening the app—which is perfect for always-on commuters who need to focus! In addition, there are many other features to explore on the app. Check out "Find My Earbuds" or update your earbuds with all the new software updates available here.
If you want to know about other models of LG headphones that support Meridian-tuned audio, you can read these articles:
How to find LG Tone Free earbuds
The LG Tone Free App definitely gives a refreshing experience. Especially when it comes to the best sound for your favorite tracks. With 4 EQ presets from the premium British audio brand Meridian, you can enjoy great sound quality. In addition, the App also allows you to make changes to the touchpad setting, so you can customize functions at your own convenience. For example, you can play music, turn up the volume, skip a song, and hear your surroundings, but the best feature is "Find my Earbuds"
This "Find my Earbuds" feature is a great way to keep track of your earbuds, as they can be difficult to find if they get lost. This can be frustrating, especially if the earbuds are expensive. The best thing is if the buds have low battery power and even if they are not connected. Still, they will start beeping. And how to find the earbuds through the App, just follow these steps:
1. Open the App and scroll down to "Find my Earbuds." Tap on it.
2. Then tap on the play option for either the right or left earbud. If both are missing, Tap on both earbuds one by one. You should hear a beep from your lost earbud.
You can also check for software updates to make sure your LG Tone Free earbuds are always up-to-date. This way, you won't face any issues with their performance.
How to connect LG tone earbuds to iPhone
Connecting your LG Tone earbuds to your iPhone is a simple process, and controlling the earbuds from the Tone Free App is also easy enough. But before you can start using them, you need to pair your iPhone with the earbuds. If you're not sure how to do this, don't worry - I'll tell you in a very simple way. Just follow these easy steps:
To get started, make sure that your earbuds are charged to at least 10-20%. Once they're charged, put them in the charging case and check to see if the blue light is blinking. If it is, that means that the earbuds are ready to be paired with your iPhone. If the blue light isn't blinking, press and hold the side button on the charging case until the light starts blinking.
Once your earbuds are charged and in the charging case, open up the Bluetooth settings on your iPhone and find the model of your LG earbuds. If they don't appear at first, tap on the scan button, and they should appear soon. Once they do, select them, and you're all set! Your earbuds are now paired with your iPhone.
How to download "LG Tone Free App" on iPhone
Controlling the buds and getting the very best out of innovative features of the latest technology is easy with the LG Tone Free App. To get started, simply download the app from the Apple store. For that, open the Apple store, write "LG Tone Free App" in the search bar, and install the app. It'll take a few seconds to install. Once it's installed, open it up but make sure your buds are connected.
When you open the App, a popup will appear on your iPhone's screen asking if you want to allow the App to use Bluetooth. Just tap OK. Also, tap on "Allow while using App." It is for the "Find my earbuds" feature. The App will add a Bluetooth LE function to find the buds even if the buds have low battery power. This way, you can easily find your earbuds. Even if they are not connected to your iPhone
Now you're ready to start controlling your buds and enjoying all the great features!
LG tone-free app not working on iPhone
There are a few common problems that users experience with the LG TONE Free app. These include issues with connecting to the app, problems with the audio quality, and issues with the app crashing.
A common issue people face is having difficulty connecting to the app. There can be various reasons for this, like having a weak internet connection or not having enough space on your phone to download the app. If there's insufficient storage space on your device, the app won't be able to be installed.
If you're having trouble loading the LG TONE Free app, it may be due to server issues or too many users accessing the app at once. Please try again in a few minutes.
2. Check your wifi/internet connection and restart your phone if necessary.
3. Make sure you have enough storage space on your mobile device by deleting unimportant data and apps.
4. Verify that the app you're trying to install is compatible with your android version.
5. If notifications aren't enabled, go to your Apps->LG TONE Free->Notifications and enable them.
6. If the previous steps haven't worked, you can wait until your phone's battery drains and it turns off automatically. Once it's off, charge your phone and then press the power button. This might fix the problem.
7. If the problem still persists, uninstall the app and then reinstall it. Usually, Android will restore all of the app's settings after you reinstall it and log back in. This might fix the problem.
8. Some users have reported that the app crashes frequently. This is usually due to a problem with the app itself and not with the device. If you are experiencing this problem, make sure to update the app to the latest version and also update your phone to the latest version and restart your device.
9. If your app is still not working, try hard rebooting your mobile phone. To do this, press and hold down the "Home" and "Power" buttons at the same time for up to 10 seconds. Then, to turn on your device, press and hold the "Power" button until the screen turns on. Now you can try opening the app again - it may work fine this time
Warning- Don't do a hard reset. Backing up your data is important! We strongly recommend that you do a hard reset only after you have taken a backup of your data to avoid any loss.
These troubleshooting steps are guaranteed to solve any issues you may be having - not just with the LG Tone Free App, but with any app or application. Not only that, but they will also improve the overall performance of your devices.
LG tone earbuds only one side works
There are a variety of issues that could be causing one of your earbuds to malfunction. Some are easy fixes, like restarting the headset or resetting Bluetooth, and others may require a more thorough cleaning or reset. More complicated issues to resolve could be a short circuit, frayed wiring, or water-damaged devices. Your mobile/PC audio settings could also be to blame.
To check if this is the case, try connecting your earbuds to another device or using different earbuds with your current device. This will help you determine whether the issue is with your earbuds or the audio settings of your phone, computer, etc.
If that is the case, check the audio settings on your source device. The setting you're looking for is usually located under the "Sound" or "Volume" options, and it might be labeled as "balance," "audio balance," or "sound balance."
Do you know that some phones and computers have a "mono" option that can be activated without you realizing it? This means that only one earbud will work. To make sure both earbuds are working, check to see if the "mono" option is selected on your device. If it is, switch the source device to stereo mode.
Also, see the audio balance slider. If there is one, it must be in the middle. Sometimes the audio balance can shift to one side, even if no audio settings have been changed.
If neither of these troubleshooting tips works, then please follow the steps below:
1. Verify that both earbuds are fully charged.
2. Take out both earbuds from the case and let the case remain open until the battery fully discharges. Put them back in, then charge them fully.
3. Disconnect your earbuds, then pair them again.
4. Reset your earbuds.
5. Clean the headphone jack & earbuds
6. Finally, water damage could be the cause, so dry the earbuds completely before powering them on.
How do I reset my LG tone-free Earbuds?
In order to reset your LG tone-free earbuds, you first need to understand when such a measure needs to be taken. I'll explain the reasons for resetting them below.
Your earbuds may need to be reset in the following circumstances:
1. You've changed the left/right or both buds to match the cradle.
2. You're having issues pairing them with a new device.
3. You're experiencing voice cracking, no voice, or only one bud working.
4. Or any other type of malfunction.
First of all, open the lid of the charging case. Make sure the earbuds are in the case. Now see a tiny button on the left side of the case - press and hold this button until you see the red light turn from blue at the front of the case. For a few seconds, both red and blue lights will blink one after another to indicate that the reset is in progress. Once only the blue light is blinking, it means the reset is complete, and you can now pair the earbuds with your desired device.
Conclusion:
All of the Troubleshooting Steps explained in this article are guaranteed to solve any issues you may have when it comes to pairing, connecting, and fixing your devices. Not only that, but they will also improve the overall performance of your devices. I hope this article helps solve your device's performance issues. Thanks for reading!
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