RAM12BT V2 | RAM15BT V2: How To Link through TWS (True Wireless Stereo)

Introduction

Rockville RAM series speakers with TWS (True Wireless Stereo) allow you to wirelessly link two speakers together for a true stereo experience. This means the right channel of your music will play through the right speaker, and the left channel will play through the left speaker, creating enhanced stereo sound.

This guide will walk you through how to check if your RAM speaker supports TWS, how to link two speakers together, and important settings for proper operation.

Step 1: Check if Your RAM Speaker is TWS Compatible

Not all Rockville RAM speakers include TWS functionality. To check:

1. Look at the back panel of your speaker.
2. Find the Bluetooth module section.
3. Locate the SCAN / TWS button.
4. If the word "TWS" is printed next to the button, your speaker supports TWS pairing.

If you do not see "TWS" on your speaker, it may be an older model without this feature.

Step 2: Power On and Enable Bluetooth Mode on Both Speakers

1. Turn on both speakers using the power switches on the back panel.
2. Press the MODE button (located under the LCD display) on both speakers.
3. The screen should display "Bluetooth Disconnected", confirming Bluetooth mode is active on both units.

Step 3: Activate TWS Linking Between the Two Speakers

1. On one speaker only, press and hold the SCAN / TWS button for 3 seconds.
2. You will hear a chime, and the LCD screen will update:
   • One speaker will display "Bluetooth BTA Connected" (this is the main speaker).
   • The other speaker will display "Bluetooth BTB Connected" (this is the secondary speaker).
3. The BTA speaker is the primary unit and controls Bluetooth playback.

Step 4: Connect Your Phone or Bluetooth Device

1. Open Bluetooth settings on your smartphone, tablet, or other Bluetooth device.
2. Find and select "Rockville" from the list of available Bluetooth devices.
3. You will hear another chime, confirming that the main speaker (BTA) is now paired with your device.

Your music will now play in true stereo across both speakers.

Step 5: Adjusting Volume and Playback

• Volume must be adjusted independently on both speakers.
• Use the MP3 volume knob on each speaker to control the overall volume.
• If the MP3 volume is turned down on one speaker, you will not hear sound from that speaker.
• Playback control (pause, play, skip) is managed through the main BTA speaker.

Step 6: Using Wireless Microphones with TWS Setup

Each RAM speaker includes two wireless microphones, but TWS only applies to Bluetooth music playback.

• If you turn on a microphone connected to Speaker A, the sound will only come through Speaker A.
• If you turn on a microphone connected to Speaker B, the sound will only come through Speaker B.
• Microphone signals are not transmitted between the two speakers in TWS mode.

Troubleshooting & FAQs

1. Why is there no sound from one of my speakers?

• Make sure both speakers are turned on and in Bluetooth mode.
• Ensure that the speakers are TWS-linked (one should say "BTA Connected" and the other "BTB Connected").
• Increase the MP3 volume knob on both speakers.

2. Can I control both speakers from one volume knob?

• No. Each speaker's MP3 volume knob must be adjusted individually.

3. Can I use TWS with wired inputs like AUX or USB?

• No. TWS only works for Bluetooth audio playback.

4. Can I use more than two speakers in TWS mode?

• No. TWS only supports linking two speakers at a time.

Conclusion

Setting up TWS on Rockville RAM speakers is a quick and simple process that provides enhanced stereo sound. Just power on both speakers, enter Bluetooth mode, link them with the TWS button, and pair your device.

Remember that microphones remain independent on each speaker and volume must be adjusted separately on both units.