RocketFish RF-WHTIB User Manual

Universal Wireless Rear Speaker
Kit

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Rocketfish RF-WHTIB

Universal Wireless Rear Speaker

Kit

Contents

Introduction ........................................................................... 2

Features.................................................................................... 5

Setting up your universal wireless rear speaker kit.. 8

Using your universal wireless rear speaker kit.........13

Troubleshooting .................................................................15

Specifications.......................................................................16

Legal notices ........................................................................16

1 Year Limited Warranty...................................................19

Français......................................................21

Español ......................................................39

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a Rocketfish RF-WHTIB Universal
Wireless Rear Speaker Kit. Your RF-WHTIB represents the state of the
art in wireless speaker kit design, and is designed for reliable and
trouble-free performance.

This manual explains how to correctly install, operate, and get the
best performance from your universal wireless rear speaker kit. Read
this user guide carefully before installing your system, then keep it
near your system for quick reference.

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Your RF-WHTIB Universal Wireless Rear Speaker Kit uses a proprietary

2.4 GHz wireless communication system to transmit low-latency, high
fidelity audio to a stereo amplifier, providing a superior level of audio
quality and resistance to interference.

The system accepts speaker-level inputs, and is compatible with a
complete range of multichannel home theater amplifier systems or
AV receivers.

Safety information

CAUTION:

ELECTRIC
COVER
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

TO

WAR NIN G:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

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6) Clean only with dry cloth.

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7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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 or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the

PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC

apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

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14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Additional safety information

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.

• The AC power plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect
device. This disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

• Read the Rating Labels on the bottom of the sender and receiver for
power input and other safety information.

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Features

• 2.4 GHz wireless sender and receiver

• Transmits high quality audio over a radio frequency communication link

•Compact size

• Hidden antennas

• Low power consumption

Package contents

Examine the contents of the box for your RF-WHTIB Universal
Wireless Rear Speaker Kit. The box should contain:

•A sender unit

• A receiver unit

• A holder for the receiver unit

• An AC power adapter (for the sender unit)

• Two 2-foot speaker wires

•A User Guide

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Sender unit

The sender transmits audio signals over a 2.4 GHz radio frequency
carrier to the receiver.

Front view

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Bottom view

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#Feature

1 Power indicator LED
2Power button
3 Right speaker input terminals
4 Left speaker input terminals
5DC IN jack
6Manual connect button

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Back view

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Receiver unit

The receiver unit receives the 2.4 GHz audio signals from the sender.

Front view

Back view

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Bottom view

#Feature

1 Power indicator LED
2Power button
3Volume control knob
4 Manual connect button
5 Left surround sound speaker output terminal
6 Right surround sound speaker output terminal
7 Hanging holes for wall mounting the receiver
8 Cable storage compartment

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Setting up your universal wireless rear speaker kit

Left speaker

Subwoofer

Left surround

Center speaker

Amplifier

Receiver

Right speaker

Sender

Right surround

Right surround

Note:
If you need to mount the receiver, make sure
that the left and right speaker cords are
correctly connected to the speaker terminals of
the receiver by checking the labels on the rear
panel of the receiver.

Receiver

Left surround

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Connecting the sender

Connecting the sender to the amplifier

Surround speaker outputs

Sender back panel

Press and hold

Caution: Turn off your amplifier while connecting the units.

Release

To connect the amplifier to the sender:

1 Using the 2-foot speaker cords (provided), connect the right surround

speaker terminals of your amplifier to the right speaker terminals of the
sender by connecting the red wire to the Red (+) terminals, and the black
wire to the Black (-) terminals.

2 Connect the left surround speaker terminals of the amplifier the same

way.

Notes:

Make sure the exposed tips of each cord do not touch each other, and that they are
fully inserted into the terminals.

Speaker wire colors may vary with different speaker systems.
Make sure you connect your amplifier using the surround speaker terminals only.

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Connecting the sender to the AC power adapter

Sender back panel

Caution: To avoid risk of fire, and to prevent damage, only use the AC adapter
supplied with your universal wireless rear speaker kit.

Connecting the receiver

Connecting the receiver to your surround speakers

Plug the AC
power adapter
in only after
your amplifier is
connected to
the sender.

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Left
surround
speaker

Right
surround
speaker

To connect the surround speakers to the receiver:

1 Connect the right speaker to the right speaker terminals of the receiver,

and the left speaker to the left speaker terminals.

2 If the speakers have wires instead of terminals, connect the positive (+)

wire from the right speaker to the Red (+) terminal for the right speaker
on the receiver and the negative (-) wire from the right speaker to the
Black (-) terminal for the right speaker on the receiver.

3 Connect the left speaker the same way.

Notes:

For speaker wires that have proprietary connectors, you may strip the end of the
wires to allow connection to the receiver. However, check with the speaker
manufacturer before doing this, as it may void the warranty.

Make sure the exposed tips of each cord do not touch each other, and that they are
fully inserted into the terminals.

Connecting the receiver to an AC power outlet

Plug the AC
power cord in
only after all
speakers are
connected to
the receiver.

Power cord hole

To connect the receiver to an AC power outlet:

1 Open cover of the cable storage compartment on the bottom of receiver,

then unwrap the cable and extend it to the desired length.

2 Close the cover and make sure that the extended cable is not pinched

and comes out from the power cord hole as shown in the diagram.

3 Plug the AC power plug into a power outlet.

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Placing the sender and receiver

To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate
the sender and receiver units with no obstructions in front. The
receiver can be placed horizontally on a level surface, vertically in the
holder (provided), or mounted on a wall, using the mounting holes
on the bottom.

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War nin g:

This stand is intended for the RF-WHTIB receiver only. Use with other equipment can
result in instability and may cause injury.

Note:
If you need to mount the receiver on a wall, install it against the wall so that cool air
can travel through the ventilation slots in the unit and come out the top.

Using your universal wireless rear speaker kit

Establishing communications between the sender and receiver

To turn on the System:

1 Press the (power) button on the back panel of the sender. The LED

indicator blinks to indicate that the sender is plugged in and in Standby
mode.

Blinking LED

2 Press the (power) button on the back panel of the receiver. The LED

indicator blinks to indicate that the receiver is plugged in and in Standby
mode.

Blinking LED

The sender and receiver were pre-paired at the factory. When an active
link is established between them, the LED indicators turn solid.

Note: In case the indicators continue to blink after 30 seconds, it means there is no
active link between the sender and receiver. Try to connect the system manually
using the CONNE CT button. For more information, see “Troubleshooting” on page

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Listening to the system

To listen to the system:

1 Power on the system. Make sure that there is an active link between the

sender and receiver.

2 Turn on your amplifier, then play the audio or video source through your

amplifier.

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The volume control on the receiver is only used to adjust the balance
of the volume between the front and rear speakers. After the system
is set up, we recommend that you adjust the volume balance one
time.

To adjust the volume balance:

1 Turn on the sender and receiver, then turn on the amplifier and adjust it

to your normal listening level.

2 Adjust the volume on the receiver, using the volume control knob, to

balance the front and rear speakers.
After the volume of the receiver is set up, always adjust the volume using

the volume control on your amplifier whenever needed.

To turn off the system:

1 Press and hold the (power) button on the sender for two seconds. The

LED indicator will blink quickly first and then go off to indicate that the
sender is turned off.

2 Press and hold the (power) button on the receiver for two seconds.

The LED indicator will blink quickly first and then go off to indicate that
the receiver is turned off.

Note:

You can leave both units on when not in use.

Optimizing your surround sound

The RocketFish Universal Wireless Rear Speaker Kit uses
state-of-the-art 2.4 GHz technology to digitally send audio data from
the sender to the receiver. Wireless links create a small latency
between the sender and receiver, and many A/V receivers let you
adjust the delay between the various speakers in your surround
system. To optimize your system when tuning your speaker setup,
we suggest that you shorten the delay to the rear speakers by
15-20 ms.

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Troubleshooting

Please read this User Guide carefully before using your universal
wireless rear speaker kit. Check this list for a possible troubleshooting
solution before calling for service.

Problem Solution

No sound • Make sure that the AC adapter is connected to the sender and the power

Sound interference • Move the sender and receiver slowly to find the best reception position for

No communication between the sender and
receiver

cord is connected to the AC supply for the receiver.

• Make sure that all the cables are connected correctly. Check to see if the
LEDs illuminate on the front of both the sender and receiver units. If the
LEDs are lit solidly, the communication is working correctly and all speaker
wires and the amplifier operation should be checked. If the LEDs are
flashing, refer to the “No communication between the sender and receiver”
section below.

your system.

• Shorten the distance between your sender and receiver. The maximum
distance is 100 feet.

• Check to determine if there are any obvious radio frequency interference
sources near your system.

• Make sure that the power cords are connected correctly.

• After the power buttons have been pressed to turn on both the sender and
receiver, the front panel LEDs should light. If they are solidly on, a
communication link has been successfully established between the units. If
they are flashing on one or both units, press and hold the CONNECT button
on either the sender or receiver for two seconds. (The sender's CONNECT
button is on the bottom and the receiver's CONNECT button is on the back
panel.) This will put the unit into the “connection mode” for about 30
seconds. During this period the CONNECT button on the other unit must
also be pressed for two seconds so that it will also enter “connection mode.”
The system proceeds with the connection process between the sender and
receiver. While in “connection mode,” the LED indicators blink at a faster
rate. When an active link is established between the sender and receiver,
the LED indicators will be solid on and will not blink.

Note: Try pressing the CONNEC T buttons again if the LED indicators keep
blinking after 30 seconds.

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Specifications

Sender

Audio Input: Stereo, speaker-level • Maximum audio input signal: 10 V RMS into

Audio Output: Wireless • Stereo, 16-bit, 48 KHz uncompressed

Supply voltage •5V
Tran sition D elay • 15-20 ms

Receiver

Audio Input: Wireless • Stereo, 16-bit, 48 KHz, uncompressed

Audio Output: High Efficiency Class D,
Speaker-level

High Efficiency Class D Output
Transiti on Delay • 15-20 ms
Power S upply • AC 120 V ~ 60 Hz
Power C onsumption •15 W

Legal notices

FCC Part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this
product is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

6.6 Kohms

• Bit-rate: 1.465 Mbps

• Raw wireless bit-rate: 2 Mbps

• Wireless audio system performance

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 87 dB

• Total harmonic distortion: 0.4% (at 1 KHz, Output
2V RMS

• Supports 4 to 16 ohm speakers

• Audio output power: 2 × 25 W (RMS) into 4 ohms
(no more than 10% THD)

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FCC warning

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.

Copyright

© 2007 Rocketfish. Rocketfish and the Rocketfish logo are trademarks
of Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc. Other brands and product names
are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Specifications and features are subject to change without notice or
obligation.

For service and support call [phone].

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