Using the Rode GO microphone
Getting started
The Rode GO microphone system consists of two parts:
The microphone transceiver, which doubles as a clip-on microphone; and
The wireless receiver, which receives the microphone signal and outputs the audio.
The wireless receiver can be identified by the LCD display on its body. The microphone transceiver can be identified by the small, metallic grate on top paired with an adjacent opening for an external attachment. Each should be labeled.
Each device can be charged with the two identical, black cables in the camera bag. The battery level for both devices is displayed on the receiver’s LCD display.
Using the microphone
The transceiver can be clipped directly onto the speaker’s clothes. Ideally, it should be close to the person’s voice.
To connect, both devices should be turned on and charged. They should be within a reasonable distance of each other to properly pair.
To receive microphone audio, connect the receiver to a phone, mobile device, laptop, or camera with a 1/8” cable. Please note there are two 1/8” cables that can be used:
The connector cable for cameras has two black endings. It connects to the Sony a6400 camera.
The connector cable for devices has a black ending and a gray ending. It connects to phones, mobile devices, and the AV laptop.
These connector cables are not interchangeable. Using an incorrect cable will yield no results.
The microphone’s signal strength can be adjusted with the volume button on the wireless receiver.
Using the Rode GO microphone for amplification
It is not recommended to use the Rode GO microphone for regular amplification. It should not be used most Sunday services, demanding events, or prolonged use cases. However, it could be used for shorter events and intimate gatherings to provide amplification.
Step 1: Turn on the Rode GO microphones and clip the microphone on the speaker.
Step 2: Connect the wireless receiver to a portable speaker with the connector cable for devices. Make sure the microphone will not pick up the speaker amplification, or a feedback loop will be created.