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RocketFish RF-RBAUX User Manual

RocketFish RF-RBAUX User Manual

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  • Page 1 Rocketboost™ Wireless Sender/Receiver RF-RBAUX User Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The RF-RBAUX can be use as both a sender and a receiver. As a sender you can connect it to your audio source devices (like home theater, mp3 player, or PC) and then receive that audio using any other Rocketboost receiver.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 5 The wall plug is the disconnecting device. The plug must remain readily operable. Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunlight, fire, or the like. Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. RF-RBAUX...
  • Page 6 Warning: Read the Rating Label on the bottom of the unit for power input and other safety information. Caution - Proper Installation Install the system in a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold. The appropriate temperature is between 5° C and 35° C. Install the system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent internal heat from building up inside the unit.

  • Page 7: Features

    RF-RBWHP01 (sender/receiver) RF-RBWS02 (receiver) RF-RBAUX (sender/receiver) We hope you enjoy your new Rocketboost system. Remember that it’s designed to grow with your home entertainment needs, and that it’s easy to add a new device to the network as you expand your system.

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Package contents The box should contain the following: 3.5 mm to RCA adapter Wireless AC power adapter cable (6 in, 0.15 m) 3.5 mm audio cable sender/ for sender/ receiver receiver Remote control Quick Setup Guide User Guide...
  • Page 9 SOURCE button to find the next available source. Sender mode Turns blue when sending audio. indicator Note: This indicator will light automatically when a 3.5 mm connector is attached to the device (the device senses the cable connection). RF-RBAUX...
  • Page 10 Sender/receiver (back panel) Feature Description External antenna Receives audio from senders. Sends audio to receivers. DC IN jack Plug the AC power adapter into this jack. AUDIO IN/OUT When used as a sender, plug an audio source device into the AUDIO IN jack. jacks When used as a receiver, plug your amplifier or amplified speakers into the AUDIO OUT jack.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    BASS boost, but the remote control can be used on other Rocketboost products that do support it.) Input A Press to toggle between SPEAKER-In A or Pre-In A of the sender (only applies to Rocketboost model RF-RBKIT, purchased separately). RF-RBAUX...
  • Page 12 Feature Description Input B Press to toggle between SPEAKER-In B or Pre-In B of the sender (only applies to Rocketboost model RF-RBKIT, purchased separately). Press to adjust the volume of all devices receiving the same audio stream. The Volume sender/receiver is a line-level device, so stream volume controls are not buttons (stream) supported.

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Sender/Receiver

    Tip: In some cases, you may improve range by rotating both antennas 45° to create a 90° angle similar to a wide “V”. Note: Make sure that the device is located at least 18” (.46 m) from any WiFi router. RF-RBAUX...
  • Page 14 Setting up and using your remote control To set up and use your remote control: Remove the insulation sheet in the battery tray before using the remote control for the first time. Aim the remote control at the IR sensor on the front from a maximum distance of 23 ft.
  • Page 15 You can remove the battery door with your fingernails by using the spaces set back in the remote control. Match the polarity on the lithium cell with a plus sign (+) on the battery tray. Replace the battery with a CR2025 or equivalent. RF-RBAUX...
  • Page 16 “receivers, ” which receive the audio. This lets you listen to music from your sender in other rooms, using your receiver. The RF-RBAUX works as both a Rocketboost sender and receiver, so you can use it in either configuration. In fact, you can even use it as a sender...
  • Page 17 Rocketboost is expandable. Each Rocketboost receiver can select the audio from any sender in your Rocketboost audio network. You can set up your network to meet your specific needs. The illustration shows an example Rocketboost network. RF-RBREC RF-RBAUX RF-RBWS02 RF-RBAUX RF-RBAUX...
  • Page 18 Using as a sender The sender/receiver can be connected to an MP3 player, PC, or other audio device to send music to other Rocketboost receivers. An example configuration is shown below. RF-RBAUX (Rocketboost sender) RF-RBREC (Rocketboost receiver) Connect your audio source to the Audio In jack on the rear of the sender using the 3.5 mm audio cable.
  • Page 19 Using as a receiver The sender/receiver can be connected to an amplifier or amplified speaker to receive music from other Rocketboost senders. An example configuration is shown below. RF-RBAUX RF-RBAUX (Rocketboost receiver) (Rocketboost sender) Connect your powered speaker or amplifier to the Audio Out jack on the rear of the sender using the 3.5 mm audio cable.

  • Page 20: Using Your Sender/Receiver

    Connecting power to the sender/receiver To connect the power: Connect the AC power adapter to the sender/receiver and plug into an AC power outlet. The sender/receiver automatically turns on and the power indicator turns green or blue, depending on the hub status switch position.

  • Page 21: Establishing Communication

    If possible, bring your Rocketboost hub device, and the new Rocketboost device to which you’d like to join to the hub, into the same room. Press the on the Rocketboost hub device to turn it on. Press the on your other Rocketboost device to turn it on. RF-RBAUX...

  • Page 22: Listening To Music

    Press and hold the on the 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. The diagram (below) shows an example of this. In this example, the sender/receiver is the hub device.
  • Page 23 Other streams are unmuted in the same way: pressing mute again at each receiver will unmute the stream that was last heard at that receiver. RF-RBAUX...

  • Page 24: Turning Off The System

    Turning off the system To turn off the system: • Press on the sender/receiver to turn off the unit. • The power indicator turns off and the standby indicator lights red. • Remove the AC power adapter from the AC power outlet to power off the device completely.

  • Page 25: Expanding Your Rocketboost System

    • RF-RBAUX, Rocketboost Wireless Sender/Receiver can be used as both a sender and a receiver. As a sender you can connect it to your other audio source devices (like home theater or mp3 player) and then receive that audio using your outdoor wireless speaker or any other Rocketboost receiver.

  • Page 26: Maintaining Your System

    used for home theater wireless surround sound of for multi-room audio. • RF-RBWHP01, Rocketboost Wireless Headphones, include a sender device and wireless headphones. Audio sources connected to the sender can be listened to using the wireless speakers. For more information, and to see what other Rocketboost products are available, visit www.rocketboost.com.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    If the indicators are blinking, see “Establishing communication” on page 21. • Make sure the audio source connected to your sender is On. • Make sure the sender or receiver devices are not Muted. The Rx indicator light blinks when the device is muted. RF-RBAUX...
  • Page 28 50% of their volume level. • The battery in your remote may be dead. Try replacing it with a new battery. • Rocketboost remote volume controls are not supported by the RF-RBAUX sender/receiver, since it uses a line-level output. The volume can be controlled at the amplifier or powered speaker connected to the sender/receiver.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause RF-RBAUX...
  • Page 30 harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...
  • Page 31 Other Countries Outside the European Union If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment. RF-RBAUX...

  • Page 33: One-Year Limited Warranty

    Product with new or rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts. Products and parts replaced under this warranty become the property of Rocketfish and are not returned to you. If service of Products and parts are required after the Warranty Period expires, you must pay all labor and parts charges.
  • Page 34 7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, Minnesota, U.S.A. 55423-3645 © 2010 BBY Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved. ROCKETFISH is a trademark of BBY Solutions, Inc. Registered in some countries. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 35 RF-RBAUX...
  • Page 36 7601 Penn Avenue South, Richfield, MN 55423-3645 USA © 2010 BBY Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved. ROCKETFISH is a trademark of BBY Solutions, Inc. All other products and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners. For model number RF-RBAUX-05A: Distributed by: Best Buy Europe Distributions Limited.

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