XBAR-32: How To Set Up & Use

Introduction

This guide will walk you through setting up and installing your Rockville X-Bar 32 sound bar on an ATV, UTV, boat, or other vehicles. You'll learn how to mount the sound bar, connect the wiring, and operate its controls for optimal performance.

Step 1: Unboxing and What’s Included

Your Rockville X-Bar 32 package includes:

• The Sound Bar (with attached power and auxiliary input wires)
• Mounting Hardware (clamps, screws, washers, and rubber pads)
• Aux Cable (for connecting MP3 devices)
• Wiring Kit (for power connections)

Step 2: Mounting the Sound Bar

1. Choose Your Mounting Orientation
   • The clamp bases can be mounted on top or bottom of the sound bar.
   • For mounting below the bar, attach the clamps on top of the speakers.
   • For mounting above the bar, attach the clamps on the bottom.
2. Attach the Clamps
   • Take the two base clamps and align them with the grooves on the sound bar.
   • Position them according to the mounting holes that best fit your setup.
   • Secure the clamps using small screws and split lock washers.
   • Tighten using a 5/32 Allen key.
3. Add Rubber Pads for Stability
   • Attach the included square rubber pads to the top of the clamps.
   • This prevents the sound bar from sliding on the mounting bar.
4. Selecting the Clamp Rings
   • Choose the correct size clamp rings based on the diameter of your mounting bar.
   • If needed, use the long rubber pads for extra grip.
5. Securing the Sound Bar
   • Align the clamp rings with the base clamps.
   • Insert the long screws with washers through the aligned holes.
   • Secure with nuts, ensuring the groove in the rings holds them in place.
   • Tighten securely.

Step 3: Wiring the Sound Bar

Connecting Power

• Yellow Wire (12V Power): Connects to the 12V battery terminal.
• Red Wire (Accessory/Ignition): Connects to the ignition (or to the 12V terminal if not using a vehicle).
• Black Wire (Ground): Connects to the battery ground or metal chassis.

Expanding Your Audio System

• Blue Remote Wire: Connects to an external amplifier to power additional speakers/subwoofers.
• RCA Left/Right Pre-Outputs: Allow you to connect to powered speakers or subwoofers.
• Aux Input: Use the included aux cable to connect an MP3 device.

Powering On the Sound Bar

• Once wired, the speaker should turn on automatically.
• If it doesn’t, hold the power button for 3 seconds to manually turn it on.

Step 4: Understanding the Controls

Buttons and Features

• Power Button: Turns the sound bar on or off.
• Play/Pause Button: Controls music playback.
• Source Button: Switches between Bluetooth (Blue LED) and AUX (Green LED) modes.
• LED Light Button (Rockville Logo): Changes speaker LED colors:
  • Red, Blue, Purple
  • Automatic Color Cycle Mode
  • Off
• Volume (+/-) Buttons: Adjust speaker volume.
• Previous/Next Buttons: Skip tracks.

Bluetooth Pairing

1. Open Bluetooth settings on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Search for “X-Bar 32” and select it.
3. A confirmation sound will play when successfully connected.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can easily install and operate your Rockville X-Bar 32 sound bar on an ATV, UTV, boat, or other vehicles.