R-GO: How To Set Up & Use

Introduction: 

The Rockville R-GO Portable Speaker offers versatility in both connectivity and portability. Whether you're mounting it to your bike, connecting it to your laptop, or pairing it with another R-GO speaker, setting it up is straightforward. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to mount your speaker, connect it to devices, and take full advantage of its features.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Mounting Your R-GO Speaker

• Step 1: Remove the screw and set it aside for later. You can also take off the rubber pads if needed.
• Step 2: Stretch the mount to fit your bicycle bar, mic stand, or any other suitable bar.
• Step 3: If there’s too much wiggle room, use the rubber pads for added stability.
• Step 4: Once in position, insert the screw back into the holes and tighten to secure the mount.

2. Using the Lanyard and Carabiner

• Step 1: Attach the thin end of the lanyard to the hook on the speaker.
• Step 2: Run the thick end through the thin loop and pull it through to wrap the lanyard around the hook.
• Step 3: You can also use the carabiner to hook the speaker or attach it to the lanyard for easy carrying.

3. Connecting the R-GO Speaker to Bluetooth

• Step 1: Hold down the play/pause button to disconnect the current device. The blue LED will blink, signaling the speaker is ready to pair with a new device.
• Step 2: Go into the Bluetooth settings of your smartphone or tablet and search for “R-GO.” Once found, select it to pair.
• Step 3: If no new device is connected, pressing the play/pause button again will automatically reconnect to the last paired device.

4. Linking Two R-GO Speakers via TWS (True Wireless Stereo)

• Step 1: Ensure both speakers are powered off and your Bluetooth device isn’t already connected to either speaker.
• Step 2: Power on both R-GO speakers simultaneously.
• Step 3: On one speaker, double-click the play button to initiate TWS pairing.
• Step 4: Once paired, the LED on the second speaker will stay solid while the first speaker blinks. Your speakers are now connected.
• Step 5: Go into the Bluetooth settings of your device and pair it with "R-GO."
• Step 6: Once connected, both speakers will play audio simultaneously. You’ll hear a sound confirmation.

5. Connecting the R-GO Speaker to Your Laptop or Computer

• Step 1: Plug the USB-C end of the included cable into the R-GO speaker and the USB-A end into your computer or laptop.
• Step 2: Go to your computer’s sound settings, and under the output tab, select “R-GO USB Audio.”
• Step 3: You should now hear the sound from your laptop or computer through the R-GO speaker. Adjust the volume using both the speaker's volume knob and your computer’s volume control.

6. Answering Calls with the R-GO Speaker

• Step 1: If your smartphone is connected to the R-GO speaker, you can answer calls by pressing the play/pause button.
• Step 2: Use the built-in microphone on the speaker to talk, and press the pause button to hang up when the call is finished.

Conclusion:

Setting up and using your R-GO Portable Speaker is quick and easy, whether you're pairing it with your phone, linking two speakers for a stereo experience, or connecting it to your computer for superior sound. Enjoy music, calls, and more with the flexibility of this portable speaker.