Rode Wireless-Go Wireless Microphone System User Guide

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 receiver 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.

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

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

SPECIFICATIONS

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

 

Documents / Resources

Rode Wireless-Go Wireless Microphone System [pdf] User Guide Wireless-Go Wireless Microphone System

References

• User Manual