RWM23UA: How to Set Up & Use

Introduction

The Rockville RWM23UA is a dual wireless UHF microphone system designed for live performances, DJ events, houses of worship, karaoke, and more. This guide will walk you through the setup process, ensuring you get the best performance from your system.

What’s Included

• Two-channel wireless receiver
• Two wireless microphones
• Two antennas
• Four AA batteries (for microphones)
• Power supply
• ¼-inch cable
• Rack-mountable design (1U) with mounting points

Step-by-Step Setup Guide

1. Attaching the Antennas

1. Take the two included antennas.
2. Screw them onto the back of the receiver for optimal signal reception.

2. Powering the Receiver

1. Take the included power supply.
2. Plug the female end into the power input on the receiver.
3. Plug the other end into a power outlet.
4. Turn on the receiver. The LCD displays on both channels should light up.

3. Installing Batteries in the Microphones

1. Unscrew the bottom cover of each wireless microphone.
2. Insert two AA batteries per microphone (facing down).
3. Screw the cover back on.

Connecting the Microphones to a Speaker

To hear sound from your microphones, you must connect the receiver to a powered speaker or mixer.

Option 1: Connecting to a Powered Speaker

1. Make sure the speaker’s volume is turned down.
2. Take the included ¼-inch cable.
3. Plug one end into the Mix Out (¼-inch output) on the back of the receiver.
4. Plug the other end into the ¼-inch Mic input on your powered speaker.
5. Turn up the speaker volume and receiver volume knobs.
6. Turn on the microphone by holding the power button.
7. You should now hear your voice through the speaker.

Alternative: Using XLR Connection

• Instead of the ¼-inch cable, you can use an XLR cable to connect from the Mix Out (XLR output) on the receiver to the XLR input on the speaker.

Connecting the Microphones to a Mixer

If you're using a mixer and passive speakers, follow these steps:

1. Take two XLR cables.
2. Plug one end of each cable into the Balanced A and Balanced B outputs on the receiver.
3. Plug the other ends into two separate channels on your mixer.
4. Turn up the channel faders and main faders on the mixer.
5. Turn on the microphones.
6. You should now hear the microphones through both speakers.

Mixer Setup Benefits

• More control over your sound (EQ, effects, mixing multiple sources).
• Connect multiple microphones to different channels for independent volume control.

Adjusting Microphone Settings

1. Changing Frequency Channels

• If you experience dropouts or interference, you can change frequencies on the microphone.
• Press the frequency button on the microphone to switch to a different channel.
• The display on the microphone will show the selected frequency.

2. Adjusting Volume

• Each channel on the receiver has a volume knob.
• Adjust the individual microphone levels to balance the sound.

3. Monitoring Battery Life

• The LCD display on the microphone shows the remaining battery life.

Wireless Range and Performance

• Indoors: 300-400 feet from the receiver.
• Outdoors: 250-350 feet from the receiver.
• Optimal Performance: Ensure line of sight between microphones and receiver.

Conclusion

The Rockville RWM23UA is a reliable and easy-to-use dual wireless microphone system for any event. Whether connecting to a powered speaker or a full mixer setup, this guide ensures seamless setup and operation.

By following these steps, you can:

• Set up the receiver and microphones properly.
• Connect to a powered speaker or mixer.
• Adjust frequencies and volume settings for the best performance.
• Move freely with a wireless range of up to 400 feet.

Enjoy your Rockville RWM23UA Wireless Microphone System.