ASM4: How To Set Up the Optical Input

Introduction

If you want to enhance your gaming or TV audio with Rockville ASM4 speakers, you can connect them via optical cable for high-resolution sound. This guide will walk you through the step-by-step process.

What You Need

• ASM4 Speakers
• Optical Cable (TOSLINK Cable)
• TV or Gaming Console with Optical Output

Step 1: Check for Optical Audio Output on Your TV or Console

1. Look at the back of your TV or gaming console and find the optical audio output.
2. It should be labeled as "Audio Out – Optical" or something similar.
3. If your device doesn’t have an optical output, you may need an audio converter (e.g., HDMI to Optical).

Step 2: Connect the Optical Cable

1. Take one end of the optical cable and plug it into the optical output of your TV or gaming console.
2. To confirm the signal is working, check the other end of the cable—it should be glowing red.
3. Plug the other end of the optical cable into the optical input on the back of the ASM4 speakers.

Step 3: Adjust TV or Console Audio Settings

1. Go to your TV's audio settings and switch the output from TV speakers to Audio Out – Optical.
2. If available, go into Advanced or Expert Audio Settings and change the audio format to PCM.
   • This ensures high-quality, uncompressed sound is sent to the speakers.

Step 4: Set the ASM4 Speakers to Optical Mode

1. Press the Volume Button on the front of the speakers.
2. Keep pressing it until the speaker announces "Optical Mode."
3. Now, your TV or gaming console audio will play through the ASM4 speakers.

Step 5: Setting Up for a Gaming Console

1. If you’re using a gaming console (such as a PlayStation, Xbox, or PC), go to the sound settings.
2. Change the audio output to Optical Out.
3. Enable PCM audio format if available for the best sound quality.

Conclusion

Setting up your ASM4 speakers with a TV or gaming console is quick and simple. By using optical connectivity, you get clear, high-quality audio for movies, gaming, and entertainment.