RODE Microphones WIRELESS GO User manual

USER GUIDE

Wireless Go User Guide V01 RØDE MICROPHONES – MAY 2019
OVERVIEW
The Wireless Go is a compact wireless microphone
system that operates in the 2.4GHz spectrum. The
kit includes a transmitter with an internal microphone
and a reciever with 3.5mm TRS output.
SET UP
Press and hold the power button for 3
seconds to turn on the the RX (receiver).
Press and hold the power button for 3
seconds to turn on the TX (transmitter).
The units will already be paired and start
transmitting audio, the transmitter will
be using the internal microphone.
Clip on the supplied windshield if required
If desired, plug in a compatible external microphone
and the TX will automatically switch the audio input.
Connect the 3.5mm TRS output of the RX to a
camera’s microphone input or similar audio device.

Wireless Go User Guide V01 RØDE MICROPHONES – MAY 2019
TRANSMITTER – TX
Power Button
Press and hold the power button for 3
seconds to turn on the unit
Press and hold the power button for 3
seconds to turn off the unit
Single press to turn on when the device is in charging mode
Internal Microphone
The transmitter will use the internal microphone if
there is not an external microphone plugged in
On board processing optimised for the human voice
Audio Output
Standard 3.5mm TRS microphone input
Supplies 2.8V plugin power for compatible microphones
“Power” and “Link” LED’s
Power LED
Solid = internal battery is above 20%
Slow flash = internal battery is below 20%
Rapid flash = internal battery is below 10%
Double flash = Charging through USB (solid
when 100% charge is reached)
Link LED
Solid = Paired and transmitting to an RX
Slow flash = Not connected to the RX or out of range
Rapid flash = in pairing mode (will time out after 3 seconds)
Off = TX is in charging mode and not
transmitting to a reciever
USB-C
Standardised USB-C port
Used for charging with USB power supplies and is able
to connect to a computer for future firmware updates
The power LED will display charging mode if the
unit is plugged into power while off, a quick single
press the power button will turn on the TX
Inbuilt Microphone
LavMic input
Charge status
Connection status
USB-C
Power button

Wireless Go User Guide V01 RØDE MICROPHONES – MAY 2019
RECEIVER – RX
Power Button
Press and hold the power button for 3
seconds to turn on the unit
Press and hold the power button for 3
seconds to turn off the unit
Single press to turn on when the device is in charging mode
Single press when the device is switched on
to change screen brightness mode.
Bright mode – Screen stays illuminated while in use
Dim mode – Screen dims after 3 seconds
“dB” Button
Press the “dB” button to cycle through the three
audio output levels (0dB, -6dB, -12dB)
Set the level according to the requirements
of the device recieving the audio. i.e portable
recorder, smartphone, camera, etc.
The RX will remember the selection chosen for future use
Link Button
The RX and TX will come pre-paired out of the box
If pairing is required
Press and hold the button for 3 seconds
The signal strength icon on the screen will start flashing
Single press the power button on the TX
The TX and RX should pair immediatkey
Audio output
Standard 3.5mm TRS output
Multi-mono signal
USB-C
Standardised USB-C port
Used for charging with USB power supplies and is able
to connect to a computer for future firmware updates
The screen will display charging mode if the unit
is plugged into power while off, a quick single
press the power button will turn on the RX
RX TX
Power Button
USB-C
TRS Output
Pair Button
dB Button
Transmitter battery status
Receiver battery status
Microphone input level
meter (red = clipping)
Pairing status & signal
strength indicator
Audio output level
3x options
Screen Brightness Indicator

Wireless Go User Guide V01 RØDE MICROPHONES – MAY 2019
SPECIFICATIONS
Transmission type: 2.4GHz Frequency
Agile Digital System
Internal Capsule
Acoustic Principle:
Polar Pattern:
Equivalent Input Noise
@ Maximum Gain:
Frequency Range:
Pre-polarised pressure transducer
Omnidirectional
21.8dB (A-Weighted)
50Hz - 20kHz
External Mic Input
Mic Input: 20Hz - 20kHz
Maximum Output
Level: +3dBu
Maximum SPL (mic): 100dB SPL (1kHz @ 1m)
Dynamic Range: 100dBA (Mic Preamplifiers)
Power Requirements:
Battery Life:
Inbuilt Li-po battery rechargeable
via USB
Up to 7 hours
Analog Inputs:
Analog Outputs:
3.5mm TRS lavalier microphone input
(Transmitter)
3.5mm TRS (Receiver)
Computer Connectivity: USB (Firmware update)
OS Requirements: (For firmware update only) macOS
10.11 and above Windows 10 and
above
Form Factor:
Weight (g):
Dimensions
(W×L×H, mm):
Clip-on pack
TX: 31 RX: 31
TX: 44 × 45.3 × 18.5
RX: 44 x 46.4 x 18.5
Included Accessories: 2 x fur windshield, 1 x pouch, 2 x
USB-A to USB-C cable,
1 x SC2 cable