It’ll connect to the iPad as soon as you turn it on.

fire up the iPad’s configs by launching theSettings app.

TapBluetoothin the left-side menu.

The iPad Settings app

If Bluetooth is turned off, tap theOn/Offslider to turn it on/green.

Set your rig to discoverable mode.

Most Bluetooth devices have a button specifically for pairing the equipment.

Bluetooth in iPad settings

You may need to consult the manual of your equipment to find out where this is located.

The accessory will appear under theMy Devicessection when it is in discovery mode.

It will show up with “Not Connected” next to the name.

Turning Bluetooth on on an iPad

Tap the name of the gear, and the iPad will attempt to pair with the accessory.

While many Bluetooth devices will automatically pair to the iPad, some accessories like a keyboard may require apasscode.

Slide your finger down from the upper-right corner of the screen to bring up the Control Center.

Available Bluetooth devices on iPad

Tap the Bluetooth symbol to turn Bluetooth on or off.

You will need to pair the rig again to use it with the iPad after you’ve forgotten it.

The process of forgetting a gear is similar to pairing it.

Bluetooth button on iPad

kick off the configs app on your iPad, and then tapBluetooth.

Locate the accessory under “My Devices” and tap the"i" buttonwith a circle around it.

The “Forget This Device” option in Bluetooth settings on an iPad