RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 3 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Rocketfish Rocketboost™ Wireless Speaker System Contents Introduction ...................................................................... 3 Important safety instructions ..................................... 5 Features .............................................................................. 8 Setting up your wireless speaker system..............14 Using your wireless speaker system .......................
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 4 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM The system can be used with any of your audio components, like your CD/DVD player, home theater system, or even audio output from a computer or MP3 player. By using other Rocketboost wireless audio products, you can also configure multiple audio streams and listen to any of those audio streams at the wireless speaker.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 5 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Important safety instructions The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 6 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM 11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 13 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 7 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM When you see the Rocketboost logo on any product, it has been designed to work with other Rocketboost products, no matter who manufactures them. How does Rocketboost work? Rocketboost technology can connect all audio devices throughout your home to form a home audio network. Rocketboost products include “Senders,” which send or transmit audio streams, and “Receivers,” which receive the audio.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 8 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Features • High-Performance Audio - Uncompressed digital CD-quality sound, adjustable volume control • Strong Wireless Signal - 150 ft.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 9 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM # 4 5 6 7 8 Feature Description Sender mode indicator Turns blue when sending audio. Note: This indicator will light automatically when a 3.5 mm connector or USB cable is attached to the device (the device senses the cable connection). Source Press to select different audio streams on your Rocketboost network. Each press moves to the next source. Receiver mode Turns blue when receiving audio from a Rocketboost wireless sender.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 10 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Wireless sender/receiver (back panel) # Feature 1 External antenna Receives audio from wireless senders. Sends audio to receivers. 2 HUB STATUS switch Enables and disables hub mode operation. See “Establishing communication” on page 19 for more information. When used as a wireless sender, plug an audio source device into the LINE IN jack.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 11 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Wireless speaker — front 1 2 V O LU M E standby SOURCE 3 4 5 6 BASS IR 7 8 4 # Feature 1 Standby indicator Turns red when the wireless speaker is in standby mode. Power/Join indicator The indicator will light solid blue when the speaker is joined to a Rocketboost hub device, if it is not joined, it will flash slowly. When the speaker is put in joining mode, the indicator will flash rapidly.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 12 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Wireless speaker — back DC IN 15V/1.5A 1 2 12 # 1 Feature Description DC IN jack Plug the AC adapter into this jack. 2 Speaker cable Connected to the left speaker.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 13 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Remote control DEVICE USB In LINE In STREAM ALL TM # 1 Feature Description /| Standby/On button / / (Previous, Play/Pause, Next) 2 Volume / 3 4 BASS button 5 USB In 6 Line In 7 Volume / buttons (device) Press to turn the wireless speaker system on. Press again to enter standby mode. Skip to the previous track. Play or Pause a track. Skip to the next track.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 14 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM # Feature Description (mute - all) 8 9 Next Source button Press to mute all audio streams in your Rocketboost network. Pressing mute again at any Rocketboost wireless receiver will “unmute” the stream that was last heard at that wireless receiver. This stream can now be heard from any other wireless receiver that was receiving that stream.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 15 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Connecting the AC adapter to the wireless speaker To connect the AC adapter to the wireless speaker: • Connect the AC power adapter to the wireless speaker and plug into an AC power outlet. The wireless speaker system turns on automatically. DC IN 15V/1.5A DC IN 15V/1.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 16 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Connecting your wireless sender/receiver Note: Make sure that the device is located at least 18” from any WiFi router. To connect the wireless sender/receiver to an audio source and AC power: 1 Connect your audio source to the LINE In jack or USB jack on the rear of the sender, using the 3.5 mm audio cable or the USB cable. If necessary, you can also use the 3.5 mm to RCA adapter, if your audio device uses RCA-type line out connectors.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 17 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM - Connect the AC power adapter to an AC power outlet only after all other connections are completed. 4 Select either USB-In or LINE-In using the remote control, depending on which audio input you are using. Setting up and using your remote control To set up and use your remote control: 1 Remove the insulation sheet in the battery tray before using the remote control for the first time.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 18 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM To replace the battery: 1 Press the battery tray lock to the right, then slide out the battery tray. You can remove the battery door with your fingernails by using the spaces set back in the remote control. 2 Match the polarity on the battery with a plus sign (+) on the battery tray. Replace the battery with a CR2025 or equivalent. 3 Slide the tray with the new battery into the battery compartment until it clicks into place.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 19 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Using your wireless speaker system Turning on the wireless sender/receiver and wireless speaker To turn the wireless sender/receiver on and off: 1 When initially connecting to an AC outlet, the device automatically turns on. To turn off the device, press . The power indicator turns off and the standby indicator turns red. 2 If the wireless sender/receiver is off, press to turn it on. The power indicator lights.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 20 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Is this your first Rocketboost product? YES - If this is your first Rocketboost enabled product, you can skip this section because your wireless sender/receiver and speaker were previously joined or connected at the factory. To learn how to use your speakers, see “Listening to music” on page 23.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 21 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM 2 Press and hold the button on the wireless sender/receiver for more than three seconds to put it into joining mode. The power indicator starts blinking rapidly and the unit will stay in joining mode for 30 seconds. Power on indicator 3 Press and hold the button on the wireless speaker for more than three seconds so the wireless sender/receiver and wireless speaker enter joining mode.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 22 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Joining the wireless sender/receiver and wireless speaker to an existing Rocketboost network Use this procedure only if you are adding this product to an existing Rocketboost network. You need to join both the wireless sender/receiver and the wireless speaker to your existing hub device, using the following steps. To join an existing Rocketboost network: RF-RBUSB or other Rocketboost device.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 23 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM 4 Press and hold the POWER button on the your Rocketboost Hub device for more than three seconds to put it into joining mode. The power indicator starts blinking rapidly and the unit will stay in joining mode for 30 seconds. 5 Press and hold the button on the wireless speaker for more than three seconds so the Hub device and wireless speaker enter joining mode. • The power indicators light steadily if the joining was successful.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 24 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Controlling the device volume The volume of the wireless speaker can be changed. To change the volume of the wireless speaker: • Aim the remote control at the wireless speaker and press the DEVICE volume buttons on the remote control, or turn the volume knob on the wireless speaker to adjust the volume.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 25 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Muting all devices Rocketboost also features a global mute feature that instantly silences all audio streams in the network. To mute all devices in the network: 1 Press ALL (mute) on the remote control. All audio streams in your network are muted. TM 2 Pressing ALL (mute), while aiming at a specific Rocketboost wireless receiver, will “unmute” the stream that was last heard at that wireless receiver.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 26 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM To stop sending audio from the wireless sender: • Remove the 3.5 mm plug and the USB connector from the back of the device and the wireless sender/receiver automatically stops sending. The Sender Mode indicator will go out. Expanding your Rocketboost System Rocketboost technology is expandable. Each Rocketboost Receiver can select the audio from any Sender in your Rocketboost audio network. The following shows an example Rocketboost network.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 27 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM or MP3 player) and then receive that audio using your outdoor wireless speaker or any other Rocketboost wireless receiver. As a wireless receiver you can connect it your stereo system or amplified speakers and then listen to the audio from any other Rocketboost wireless sender. • The Rocketboost Amplified Audio Receiver (RF-RBREC) is an amplified wireless receiver.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 28 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Maintaining your system Use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the device immediately afterwards with a clean cloth. Do not use abrasive cloth, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may damage the finish or remove the panel lettering. Cautions: Do not block the ventilation openings. If the power cord is damaged, it must be repaired by a qualified technician.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 29 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Problem No communication between the Rocketboost sender and receiver devices. No sound My Rocketboost remote will not control the volume. I can’t turn the volume up or down. The sound/audio is really quiet coming out of my wireless speakers. Sound interference Cannot play audio from a computer Solution • Make sure that the power indicators of the Rocketboost wireless sender and wireless receiver devices are lit solidly.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 30 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Specifications Wireless sender/receiver Power supply 5 V, 600 mA Maximum line-level input signal level 2.0 Vrms Maximum line-level output signal level 1.0 Vrms Output loading 10 kohm Signal-to-noise ratio 90 dB Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight 9.1 × 3.4 × 1.8 inches (230 × 86 × 46 mm) 4.7 oz. (134 g) Wireless Speaker Power supply (AC to DC adapter) 15 V, 1.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 31 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 32 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment European Union Note: This symbol is only valid in the European Union. This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as general household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling in accordance with your national legislation.
RF-RBWSO1_11-0202_MAN_V1.fm Page 33 Monday, May 2, 2011 11:46 AM One-year limited warranty Rocketfish Products (“Rocketfish”) warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new RF-RBWS01 (“Product”), that the Product shall be free of defects in the original manufacture of the material or workmanship for one (1) year from the purchase of the Product (“Warranty Period”). This Product must be purchased from an authorized dealer of Rocketfish brand products and packaged with this warranty statement.
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