RPB-D3: How To Set Up & Use

Introduction

In this guide, we will walk you through how to set up your Rockville RPB-D3 speaker, including connecting to Bluetooth, using the different inputs, and pairing two speakers together using TWS (True Wireless Stereo). Whether you're playing music from your phone or setting up a stereo pair, these steps will get you ready to enjoy high-quality sound.

Step 1: Unbox and Prepare Your Speaker

When you receive your RPB-D3 speaker, you will find:

• The RPB-D3 speaker
• A charging cable (USB-A to charging port)
• A user manual

Step 2: Attach the Charging Cable

1. Plug the USB-A end of the cable into a USB power block.
2. Plug the other end (charging port) into the DC 5V input on the back of the speaker.
3. Use the charging cable to charge the speaker when it's low on battery.

Step 3: Explore the Controls, Inputs, and Functions

Back of the Speaker

1. USB Input: Plug in a USB thumb drive to play music directly from the drive. You can also use this port to charge your phone or tablet.
2. Aux Input: Plug in an aux cord (3.5mm) to play music from an MP3 player or smartphone.
3. DC 5V Input: Used for charging the speaker.

Front of the Speaker

1. Power Button: Hold the power button to turn the speaker on. Once on, the speaker automatically switches to Bluetooth mode.
2. Music Playback Controls:
   • Play/Pause Button: Press to play or pause music.
   • Volume Buttons: Use the + and - buttons to adjust volume.
   • Track Skip: Long press the + button to skip forward and the - button to go back a track.
3. Mode Button: Switch between input sources like Bluetooth, USB, or AUX.
4. TWS Button: This button allows you to link two RPB-D3 speakers together in True Wireless Stereo (TWS) mode.
5. LED Button: Turn the LED lights on or off. Press once to activate, press again to turn them off.
6. Microphone: Built-in microphone for answering calls. Press the play button to answer a call, and press it again to end the call.

Step 4: Connect to Bluetooth

1. Press the Bluetooth button to enter pairing mode.
2. On your smartphone or tablet, go to Bluetooth settings and search for RPB-D3.
3. Select RPB-D3 to pair. Once connected, you will hear a confirmation sound.

Step 5: Link Two Speakers via TWS (True Wireless Stereo)

1. Make sure both RPB-D3 speakers are powered on.
2. Press the TWS button on just one speaker. A sound will confirm that the first speaker is looking for a second one.
3. The second speaker will automatically pair with the first speaker, and you will hear a confirmation sound.
4. Go to your Bluetooth settings and pair your phone or tablet to the RPB-D3 device to connect to both speakers at once.

Step 6: Listen to Music

• Play Music: After connecting, play music from your Bluetooth device, and both speakers will output audio.
• Volume Adjustment: Adjust the volume using the volume buttons on the speaker or through your Bluetooth device.

Step 7: Disconnect the Speakers

1. Press the TWS button on either speaker to disconnect the pair.
2. You will hear a sound confirming that the two speakers are no longer linked.

Conclusion

The RPB-D3 speaker offers easy setup for Bluetooth, USB, and AUX connections, along with the ability to link multiple speakers using TWS for a larger soundstage. Whether you're playing music from your phone or hosting a karaoke session, these features provide flexibility and ease of use.