Connecting JBL bluetooth speaker to iMac

Hi,  I just purchased a JBL Charge and want to connect it to my iMac desktop.  However, my iMac cannot find the JBL Charge in Bluetooth set up.  It doesn't list the JBL in the discovered devices.  I'm running Yosemite 10.10.1.  I have no problem connecting to my MacBook Air, iPad, or iPhone.  But I want to connect to my iMac to avoid downloading music to the other devices.  Has anyone else seen this?  Is there a fix?  Thanks for your help.

Hello billdelaney8,
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
It sounds like you're not able to pair your JBL Charge with your iMac, but you can pair it with your other devices.
Start with these troubleshooting tips to troubleshoot the bluetooth connection on your iMac:
Bluetooth Quick Assist - Apple Support
Check your device's system requirements
Make sure that your computer meets your Bluetooth device's system requirements—visit the device manufacturer's website for details.
Check for a Bluetooth update
To check for new software, choose Software Update from the Apple menu (make sure that your computer is connected to the Internet). If newer Apple Bluetooth software exists, Software Update will prompt you to install it. To install an update, select the checkbox next to the software name and then click Install.
Reduce potential signal interference
Because Bluetooth works by transmitting signals through the air, some things can interfere with connections. Avoid situations in which metal objects come between your device and computer. Don't put your computer under a metal desk or in a metal cabinet. Keep your computer away from cordless phone base stations, microwave ovens, and other electrical devices that operate on a 2.4 GHz bandwidth. Make sure that your device and computer aren't more than 30 feet apart from each other.
Restart your computer
Sometimes a simple restart of your Mac is all it takes to get things running smoothly again. You may also want to try resetting your computer's PRAM and NVRAM.
Reset your Bluetooth device
Try turning your device off and then on again. If that doesn't resolve the issue, see if you can reset your device—refer to the documentation that came with your device for instructions.
Best Regards,
Jeremy

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