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RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 3 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Rocketfish RF-RBWHP01 Rocketboost™ Wireless Stereo Headphones Contents Introduction ...................................................................... 3 Safety information .......................................................... 4 Features .............................................................................. 7 What is Rocketboost™?.................................................. 5 How does Rocketboost™ work? ...........
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 4 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM The system can be used with your television or other 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 in multiple rooms. This User Guide explains how to correctly install, operate, and get the best performance from your Rocketboost Wireless Stereo Headphones.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 5 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM • 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 is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 6 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM • 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™ 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.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 7 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM 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. Features • High-Performance Audio - Uncompressed digital CD-quality sound, adjustable volume control • Strong Wireless Signal - 115 ft.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 8 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Headphones back Item Description 1 2 3 4 5 8 Self-adjustable headband Swiveling hinge for angle adjustment (on the left and right ear pieces) Power ON/OFF switch (on left earpiece) Source indicator (on the SOURCE button). Flashes several times when a different audio stream is selected on your Rocketboost network. SOURCE button (on the right earpiece). Press to select different audio streams on your Rocketboost network.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 9 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Headphones front and side Left earpiece RIght earpiece 4 3 1 2 Item Description 1 2 3 4 Manual CONNECT button (on the left earpiece) Charging contacts (on the left earpiece) Power indicator (on the left earpiece). It lights blue steadily when successfully paired to a Rocketboost network. It blinks rapidly in pairing mode and slowly when the device is not connected to a network.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 10 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Docking station front Item Description 1 2 3 4 10 STANDBY indicator. When the unit is turned off this LED lights steady red when the docking station is plugged in and hub status is set to Disable. Blinks red when the docking station is plugged in and the hub status is set to Enable. POWER indicator.
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RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 13 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Setting up your system Installing or replacing headphone batteries The headphones are powered by two AA rechargeable batteries. One battery is housed in the left earpiece and one battery is housed in the right earpiece. Notes: • Do not install non-rechargeable batteries. • Make sure that all batteries are installed correctly.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 14 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM 2 Insert one AA rechargeable battery into each battery compartment. Make sure to align the + and - symbols on the batteries with the symbols in the battery compartments. + _ 3 Put the left and right cushions back into place. Caution: To prevent damage to your system, make sure all components are turned off before making the connections.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 15 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Connecting the system to an audio source The following diagram shows a typical user installation. In this case the docking station is connected to the audio output of a TV. Other devices with audio outputs could be used as well.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 16 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Note: If your audio source has only a 3.5 mm “phones” or “line out” jack, use the supplied 3.5 mm-to-RCA adapter cable. To connect the docking station to your amplifier (optional): • The audio input signal from the AUX INPUT jacks is connected to the AUX OUTPUT jacks.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 17 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Expanding the headphones with other Rocketboost devices Your headphones can receive audio from other Rocketboost sender devices. Additionally your other Rocketboost receivers can receive audio connected to your docking station. To expand your listening area throughout your house, install additional receivers and senders where ever you want sound. Learn more at Rocketboost.com.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 18 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Note: It can take about eight to nine hours to charge the batteries. The batteries will last up to ten hours with continuous use (depending on the headphone volume level and distance from the docking station or other Rocketboost sender). Note: The headphones can be charged even if the docking station or headphones are turned off.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 19 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM • Blue when the HUB switch on the docking station is set to DISABLE. L Power indicator Power indicator Notes: If the headphone’s charge is low, the indicator turns red. When this happens, you should charge the headphones. For instructions, see “Charging the headphones“on page 17. Tip: If the power indicators on the headphones and docking station continue to blink after 30 seconds, they are no longer paired to each other.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 20 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM To pair the headphones to the docking station: Docking station (HUB: ENABLE) Headphones + other Rocketfish devices. Rocketfish sender/receiver RF-RBUSB (HUB: DISABLE) 1 Set the HUB switch on the docking station to ENABLE if this is your first Rocketboost™ product set. 2 Press and hold the CONNECT button on the docking station for more than three seconds to put it into pairing mode.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 21 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM To pair an existing Rocketboost network: Rocketfish sender/receiver RF-RBAUX or other Rocketboost device. (HUB: ENABLE) Docking station (HUB: DISABLE) Headphones RF-RBUSB (HUB: DISABLE) 1 Set the HUB switch on the docking station to DISABLE. 2 Press and hold the POWER button on the your Rocketboost Hub device for more than three seconds to put it into pairing mode.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 22 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Listening to the digital wireless stereo headphones To listen through the headphones: 1 Set the headphone volume level to the minimum. 2 Turn on the headphones and docking station. Make sure that your docking station and headphones are wirelessly “paired.” The power indicators light steadily if the docking station and headphones are paired and blink slowly if they are not.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 23 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 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-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 24 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Problem No sound Solution • Check the volume level of the headphones or audio sources connected to the docking station. • Make sure that all of the cables are connected correctly. Make sure that the power indicators of the headphones and docking station are lit solidly. If the indicators are blinking green, see “Establishing communication” on page 18. • Make sure the sender or receiver devices are not set to Mute.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 25 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM Specifications Dimensions Weight Frequency response THD@1mW Signal to noise ratio Battery life Impedance Headband Wireless type Distance Speaker input power 9.7 x 8.3 x 4.5 inches (245 x 210 x 114 mm) 1.3 lbs (0.6 kg) 20 Hz - 20 kHz 0.2% 86 dB 10 hours 32 ohm Auto-adjusting 2.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 26 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM 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: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 27 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM 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.
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RF-RBWHP01_11-0883_MAN_V2.fm Page 29 Tuesday, October 18, 2011 11:04 AM One-year limited warranty Rocketfish Products (“Rocketfish”) warrants to you, the original purchaser of this new RF-RBWHP01 (“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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