RPM45BT: How To Set Up & Use

Introduction

The Rockville RPM45BT is a compact and versatile powered mixer perfect for live performances, band rehearsals, DJ events, houses of worship, and karaoke. This guide will walk you through setting up and using your RPM45BT step by step, ensuring you get the best sound quality for your event.

What’s Included

• Rockville RPM45BT Powered Mixer
• Power Cable
• Wireless Remote Control

The built-in handle and rugged hard shell design make it easy to transport to gigs while keeping it protected.

Step-by-Step Setup Guide

1. Connecting Power

1. Take the included power cable.
2. Plug the female end into the power socket on the back of the mixer.
3. Plug the male end into a power outlet.
4. Turn the mixer on.

2. Connecting Passive Speakers

The RPM45BT is a powered mixer, so it is designed to be used with passive speakers.

1. Use two passive speakers (both must be 8-ohm to avoid impedance imbalances).
2. Take two ¼-inch speaker cables.
3. Plug one end of each cable into the ¼-inch speaker outputs on the back of the mixer.
4. Plug the other ends into the ¼-inch inputs on the back of each speaker.

3. Connecting a Microphone

1. Ensure the master volume and channel volume knobs are turned all the way down to avoid feedback.
2. Take an XLR cable.
3. Plug the female end into your microphone.
4. Plug the male end into the XLR input on Channel 1 (or any available channel).
5. Slowly raise the channel volume knob.
6. Raise the master volume knob.
7. Turn on the microphone, and you should hear sound coming from the speakers.

Using a Condenser Microphone?

• Turn on Phantom Power to supply power to the mic.

4. Connecting an Instrument

1. Use a ¼-inch instrument cable.
2. Plug one end into your instrument (guitar, keyboard, etc.).
3. Plug the other end into a ¼-inch Line In input on the mixer.
4. Raise the channel volume knob.
5. Adjust the instrument volume.
6. You should hear the instrument coming through the speakers.

Mixer Controls and Features

Channel Controls

Each channel includes:

• Treble Knob → Adjusts high frequencies.
• Bass Knob → Adjusts low frequencies.
• Echo Knob → Adds an echo effect.

Using the Echo Effect:

1. Ensure the Digital Delay Level Knob (in the Digital Delay section) is turned up.
2. Use the Time and Repeat knobs to adjust the delay effect.
3. Raise the Echo knob on your channel to apply the effect.

Master Section Equalizer

• Adjusts the high, mid, and low frequencies for the overall mix.
• Affects all inputs, including microphones, instruments, and external devices.

5. Playing Music via Bluetooth

The BT in RPM45BT stands for Bluetooth, meaning you can wirelessly stream music.

1. Press the Mode button until the Bluetooth option appears.
2. Open Bluetooth settings on your phone or tablet.
3. Look for Rockville in the available devices.
4. Select it to pair. The LED display will show "Connected".
5. Raise the MP3 volume knob to hear music through the speakers.

6. Playing Music via USB or SD Card

1. Insert a USB flash drive or SD card into the respective slot.
2. Use the Mode button to select USB/SD mode.
3. Raise the MP3 volume knob to adjust the playback volume.

7. Connecting External Devices

The RPM45BT allows multiple input and output options:

Line In (¼-inch Input)

• Connect an external audio source (e.g., media player, laptop).
• Raise the Line In volume knob to hear the input.

RCA Inputs

• Connect an RCA-to-AUX cable for additional audio sources.

Line Out (¼-inch Output)

• Connect to a powered speaker, powered subwoofer, or another mixer.

RCA Outputs

• Send the audio signal to another device, such as an external recording system.

8. Using the Wireless Remote Control

The included remote control allows you to:

• Adjust volume.
• Play/pause tracks.
• Skip forward/backward.
• Change EQ settings.

9. Karaoke Setup

A popular use case for the RPM45BT is karaoke:

1. Connect a microphone using an XLR cable.
2. Pair your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth.
3. Search for karaoke versions of songs on YouTube.
4. Sing along while music plays through the mixer.

Conclusion

The Rockville RPM45BT powered mixer is a feature-packed, easy-to-use solution for musicians, DJs, and event hosts. Whether you're using it for live sound, karaoke, or music playback, this guide ensures you set up and use your mixer efficiently.

By following these steps, you can:

• Connect passive speakers, microphones, and instruments
• Use built-in Bluetooth, USB, and SD card playback
• Adjust EQ and effects for a polished sound
• Expand your setup with additional devices via RCA and Line Out connections