RPG2X15: How To Set Up & Use

Introduction

The Rockville RPG2X15 is a powerful audio system that comes complete with a mixer, two speakers, two speaker stands, two microphones, and essential cables. In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of setting up your system, from arranging the speaker stands to connecting your devices and enhancing the sound with added effects. Let’s get started!

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Setting Up the Speaker Stands

• Adjust the Legs:
  1. Loosen the bottom knob to adjust the spread of the speaker stand’s legs.
  2. Push down on the base of the stand to spread the legs as wide or narrow as needed.
  3. Tighten the bottom knob to lock the position in place.
• Adjust the Height:
  1. Loosen the top knob and pull up the top of the stand to your desired height.
  2. Use the safety pin to secure the stand at the lowest hole to prevent the stand from collapsing.
  3. Tighten the top knob to lock the height in place.

2. Mounting the Speakers to the Stands

• Attach the Speaker:
  1. Loosen the mounting knob at the bottom of the speaker.
  2. Line up the pull mount on the speaker with the top of the stand and set it down.
  3. Tighten the mounting knob on the back of the speaker to secure it firmly to the stand.
• Repeat for the Second Speaker:
  Follow the same steps for the second speaker and stand.

3. Connecting the Speakers to the Mixer

• Using the Included Cables:
  1. Take the 24-inch cables provided and plug one end into the 1/4" input on the back of each speaker.
  2. Plug the other ends into the speaker outputs on the back of the mixer.
• Disconnecting the Speaker Cables:
  To disconnect, press the red button on the cable connectors and safely pull out the cables.

4. Understanding the Mixer Controls, Inputs, and Outputs

• Speaker Outputs:
  The mixer has 8-ohm stable outputs for connecting speakers. For additional speakers, ensure they are 8 ohm or two 16-ohm speakers can be paired per channel.
• Line Output:
  The 1/4-inch line output can be used to connect powered speakers or subwoofers. Be sure to use this with powered devices only, as it is not powered itself.
• Power Switch:
  Use the power switch to turn on or off the mixer.

5. Front Panel Mixer Features

• Inputs:
  The mixer provides 8 channels, each with XLR inputs for microphones and 1/4-inch high-Z inputs for instruments.
• Volume and EQ:
  Each channel has a volume knob and a 2-band EQ (treble and bass) to adjust the sound.
• Reverb Control:
  Adjust the reverb knob on each channel to add effects to your voice or instrument. Use the echo and delay knobs on the effects controller for fine-tuning the reverb.
• Effects Volume:
  The effects volume knob controls the presence of the effect throughout the entire mixer.
• RCA Inputs and Outputs:
  Use the RCA line input to connect external devices like an MP3 player or DVD player, and the RCA output to send the signal to recording devices.
• 5-Band EQ:
  The mixer features a 5-band EQ to adjust the overall sound, with control over high, mid, and low frequencies.

6. Setting Up the Microphones

• Microphone Connection:
  1. Plug the female end of the XLR cable into the microphone.
  2. Connect the other end to any available channel (e.g., Channel 1) on the mixer.
• Microphone On/Off:
  The microphones have a built-in on/off switch. Flip it to on to use the microphone.

7. Adding Reverb and Effects to Your Sound

• Using the Reverb:
  1. Adjust the reverb knob for each channel to add effects.
  2. Use the echo and delay knobs to control the effect's intensity and duration.
• Adjusting the Master Volume:
  Raise the master volume knob to hear everything coming from your speakers, including both the microphones and music.

8. Setting Up Bluetooth for Music Playback

• Connect Your Bluetooth Device:
  1. Set the mixer to Bluetooth mode using the mode button.
  2. Pair your smartphone or tablet by searching for "Rockville" in your device’s Bluetooth settings.
  3. Once connected, use the MP3 volume knob and the master volume knob to adjust the volume.

9. Expanding Your Setup with a Powered Subwoofer

• Connect the Subwoofer:
  1. Use a 1/4-inch cable to connect the line output from the mixer to the line input on the powered subwoofer.
  2. Raise the subwoofer volume and set the low-pass filter to your preferred frequency range.
• Test the Sound:
  Play some music to hear the enhanced low-end from the subwoofer.

Conclusion

Setting up your Rockville RPG2X15 system is quick and easy with the right steps. From speaker setup to connecting Bluetooth devices and adding effects, you can achieve a professional sound setup in no time.