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Rocketboost™ Wireless
Sender/Receiver
RF-RBUSB
User Guide
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 3 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM Rocketfish Rocketboost™ Wireless Sender/Receiver Contents Introduction ........................................................................................ 3 Important safety instructions ....................................................... 5 Features................................................................................................. 8 Setting up your wireless sender/receiver ...............................14 U
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 4 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM With a maximum 150-foot broadcast range, this powerful wireless device transmits through walls, floors, and ceilings. The audio signal is uncompressed digital audio so your audio is the highest quality and is free from interference. This User Guide explains how to correctly install, operate, and get the best performance from your Rocketboost Wireless sender/receiver. Read this guide carefully before installing your system, and
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 5 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 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. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating an
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 6 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 7 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM What is Rocketboost? Rocketboost is expandable wireless digital audio. • Products with Rocketboost technology let you easily expand your listening experience throughout your home. • Rocketboost does not interfere with other wireless products in your home. • Rocketboost is uncompressed digital audio compatible with all audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio used with Blu-ray. When you see the Rocketboost log
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 8 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM Rocketboost is expandable. Each Rocketboost Receiver can select the audio from any Sender in your Rocketboost audio network. The following shows an example Rocketboost network. You can set up your network to meet your specific needs. RF-RBKIT RF-RBWHP01 Wireless HD Audio Starter Kit Wireless Stereo Headphones (Rocketboost Wireless (Headphones are Rocketboost Sender shown) Wireless Receiver, Charging base is Rocketboost Wirel
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 9 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM Wireless sender/receiver (front panel) # Feature Description Standby indicator Turns red when the wireless sender/receiver is in standby mode. 1 Power/Join Press to turn the wireless sender/receiver on. Press and hold to initiate joining. 2 button Press again to go to standby mode. When you connect the AC power adapter, the device turns on automatically. Power/Join Lights blue when the HUB STATUS switch is set to DISABLE. indicat
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 10 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM # Feature Description Source Press to select different audio streams on your Rocketboost network. Each press 5 moves to the next source. Receiver mode Turns blue when receiving audio from a Rocketboost wireless sender. Blinks indicator slowly if the current source listened to is muted. 6 Note: This indicator will not be lit if the Rocketboost wireless sender is turned off. Press the SOURCE button to find the next available sour
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 11 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM Wireless Sender/Receiver (back panel) # Feature Description External antenna Receives audio from wireless senders. Sends audio to receivers. 1 HUB STATUS Enables and disables hub mode operation. See “Establishing communication” 2 switch on page 21 for more information. LINE IN/OUT jacks When used as a wireless sender, plug an audio source device into the LINE IN jack. When used as a wireless receiver, plug your amplifier or ampl
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 12 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM Remote control USB LINE In In DEVICE STREAM ALL TM # Feature Description Press to turn the wireless sender/receiver on. Press again to enter standby /| Standby/On 1 mode. button Skip to the previous track. Play or Pause a track. Skip to the next track. // These playback controls will only work when you connect the wireless (Previous, Play/Pause, sender/receiver to a computer's USB port. The playback controls will work Next)
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 13 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM # Feature Description Press to adjust the volume on Rocketboost devices that support volume Volume / control (for example, RF-RBWS02 wireless outdoor speaker). The wireless buttons (device) sender/receiver is a line-level device, so volume controls are not supported 3 on it. In that case the volume on the local amplifier or powered speakers connected to the wireless sender/receiver must be adjusted when listening to the wir
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 14 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM Setting up your wireless sender/receiver Initial setup To set up your wireless sender/receiver: 1 Unpack the package contents. 2 Adjust the antennas. Tip: In some cases, you may improve range by rotating both antennas to create a 180° angle. Note: Make sure that the device is located at least 18” (.46 m) from any WiFi router. Connecting your wireless sender/receiver Rocketboost technology can connect all audio devices throughout
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 15 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM The Rocketboost Wireless sender/receiver works as both a Rocketboost wireless sender and wireless receiver, so you can use it in either configuration. In fact, you can even use it as a wireless sender and wireless receiver simultaneously. Rocketboost is expandable. Each Rocketboost wireless receiver can select the audio from any wireless sender in your Rocketboost audio network. You can set up your network to meet your specif
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 16 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM Using as a wireless sender The wireless sender/receiver can be connected to an MP3 player, computer, or other audio device to send music to other Rocketboost wireless receivers. An example configuration is shown below. or Wireless Wireless receiver sender/receiver Connect your audio source to the LINE In jack or USB jack on the rear of the wireless sender/receiver, using the 3.5 mm audio cable or the USB cable. If necessary,
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 17 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM Using as a wireless receiver The wireless sender/receiver can be connected to an amplifier or amplified speaker to receive music from other Rocketboost wireless senders. An example configuration is shown below. or RF-RBUSB (Rocketboost RF-RBUSB (Rocketboost Wireless receiver) Wireless sender) Connect your powered speaker or amplifier to the LINE Out jack on the rear of the wireless sender/receiver using the 3.5 mm audio cable
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 18 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM Connecting power to the wireless sender/receiver To connect the power: 1 Connect the AC power adapter to the wireless sender/receiver and plug into an AC power outlet. The wireless sender/receiver automatically turns on and the power indicator turns green or blue, depending on the hub status switch position. Notes: - Make sure that the AC power outlet matches the wireless sender/receiver’s AC input (100-240V) before connectin
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 19 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM 2 Aim the remote control at the IR sensor on the front from a maximum distance of 23 ft. (7 m) away and a maximum angle of +/- 30 degrees from the center line. 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. RF-RBUSB 19 USB LINE In In
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RF-RBUSB_11-0204_MAN_V1.fm Page 20 Monday, May 2, 2011 8:04 AM 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. Warnings: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type of battery. Notes: Remove the battery from the remote control when it is not to be used for a lo
