RODE Wireless Micro Instruction Manual

The transmitters feature integrated clips for attaching to clothing or other items. Mount the transmitter close to the subject’s mouth without obstructing the microphones.

Using the Windshields

The built-in microphones have wind noise reduction. For outdoor use, attach the furry windshields to further reduce wind effects by aligning them with the microphone.

Recharging the Transmitters and Charging Case

The transmitters have 7 hours of battery life. Use the charging case for two additional charges. Place the transmitters in the case to charge, aligning the gold pins. Recharge the case using the included USB-C cable.

Battery Levels and LEDs

Adjust volume with Output Gain. Choose between Split and Merged modes. In Merged mode, audio from both transmitters is sent to both channels. In Split mode, each transmitter’s audio goes to a separate channel for post-recording adjustments.

Wireless Micro

The Wireless Micro consists of two transmitters (TX) and a receiver (RX). The transmitters pick up audio with their built-in microphones and then transmit it wirelessly to the receiver.

The receiver connects directly to your phone and lets you use your
Wireless Micro with any video or audio recording app that accepts USB audio.

Getting Started

Take both transmitters from the charging case, remove the stickers covering their charging pins, and then place them back in the case
Take both transmitters from the case again – their LEDs will now flash

Connect the receiver directly to your phone – its LEDs will flash and then turn solid when paired to the transmitters
- Your Wireless Micro is now powered on, paired and ready to record wireless audio to your phone.

Using the Clips and Magnets

The Wireless Microʼs transmitters feature integrated clips designed to attach directly to the edge of clothing or other items, like your shirt or jacket collar.
Each transmitter also comes with a magnetic attachment that you can use to mount anywhere on your clothing – simply sandwich your clothing between the magnetic attachment and transmitter.

You can store the magnetic attachments in the charging case when not being used.

Pro Tip

Try to mount the Wireless Micro transmitter as close to your subjectʼs mouth as possible, without obstructing the microphones with too much clothing or hair.

You can even use the magnetic attachments to mount the transmitter inside clothing for additional protection from wind noise.

Using the Windshields

The built-in microphones in the transmitters are housed in a patent-pending acoustic chamber that’s tailor-made to reduce the impact of wind noise and plosives on your audio.

If youʼre outdoors, you can use the additional furry windshields to reduce the effects even further, especially in windier conditions.
Simply slide the windshield harness over the transmitter so that the furry windshield lines up with the microphone on the transmitter.

Recharging the Transmitters and Charging Case

The Wireless Micro transmitters have 7 hours of battery life, and you can use the included charging case to top them up with two additional charges (an extra 14 hours).
To charge them, simply place the transmitters in the charging case, lining up the gold charging pins.

To recharge the charging case, connect it to a power source using the included USB-C cable. The LED on the front of the charging case will flash amber while charging and turn solid green when fully charged.

Battery Levels and LEDs

There are multiple LEDs on the Wireless Micro that help indicate battery levels of the transmitters and charging case, and they all follow this system.

Green = Above 20%
Amber = 10-20%
Red = Below 10%
You can check transmitter battery level with the two LEDs on the receiver (when connected to a phone), the LEDs on the transmitters themselves, or the two LEDs inside the charging case (when the transmitters are in the case – these LEDS will flash when charging and remain solid green when fully charged).
The LED on the outside of the charging case represents the battery level of the charging case itself.

Adjusting Settings Using RØDE Central or RØDE Capture

The Wireless Micro has some features and settings that can be adjusted using the RØDE Central companion app or the RØDE Capture video recording app.
With the receiver connected to your phone and the transmitters out of their case, open the RØDE Central or RØDE Capture app.

Output Gain: Use this to adjust the volume level of the Wireless Micro.
Split and Merged Modes: In Merged mode (default), the audio from both of your transmitters will be merged and sent to both the left and right channels of your audio. Merged mode is ideal for recording ready-made videos.

In Split mode, you can send one transmitterʼs audio to the left channel, and the other to the right. Use Split mode if you plan on editing your audio after recording, as it will allow you to adjust the volume levels of each microphone separately.
LED Brightness: Adjust whether LED lights are bright or dim – individually adjustable for the receiver and each transmitter.
Updating Firmware: If your Wireless Micro needs a firmware update, you will receive a pop-up message when opening RØDE Central or RØDE Capture that will walk you through the process.
Just be sure that both your transmitters are out of the case, powered on and paired to your receiver so they can all be updated.
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FAQ

Q: How do I know when the charging case is fully charged?
- A: The LED on the front of the charging case will flash amber while charging and turn solid green when fully charged.
Q: Can I use the Wireless Micro with any recording app on my phone?
- A: Yes, you can use the Wireless Micro with any video or audio recording app that accepts USB audio when connected to the receiver.

Documents / Resources

RODE Wireless Micro [pdf] Instruction Manual
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References

User Manual

RODE Wireless Micro

Product Usage Instructions