Genesis

Wireless Pedestal Sound Rocker

User Manual Item no: 5124301

Need Help? Email: [email protected] Phone: 01274 683 109 www.x-rocker.co.uk

IMPORTANT: You must keep your original retail receipt as proof of purchase.

Thank you for purchasing the X-Rocker Genesis! We know you will enjoy your X-Rocker experience as much as we do!

Get ready to experience sound as you never have before!

Box Contents

For technical support please visit our website: www.x-rocker.co.uk/support

X-Rocker Genesis Wireless DAC

3.5mm Audio Cable Female 3.5mm to male RCA Phono Cable

Main Power Adapter

Optical Cable

USB to micro USB

RCA Connectors × 2

Table of Contents

About X-Rocker Genesis......................................................................1

Parts and Controls...............................................................................2

Setup

Connect by USB (PS4™ Systems Only) .........................................3-4

Connect by optical (PS4™ and PS4™ Pro only) .................................5-6

Connect by optical (PS3™) ...............................................................7-8

Bluetooth ........................................................................................9

Wired ..............................................................................................10

Troubleshooting tips...........................................................................11

Important health and safety information..............................................12

Warranty..............................................................................................13

About the X-Rocker Genesis

This X-Rocker Genesis gaming chair has all of the best gaming features rolled into a single unit. Featuring all new technology such as the dual wireless control panel which connects to both the new digital wireless transmitter for PS3™, PS4™ and PS Vita gaming and Bluetooth for phone and tablet usage. The X-Rocker Genesis also features a 2.1 stereo surround speaker setup, vibration and super comfortable arm rests and faux leather padding.

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Parts and Controls

Vibration Adjustment

Dual Control Panel

Bass Volume Adjustment

Volume Adjustment USB Connectivity

Wireless Channel Selection

Power On/Off Switch

9V DC Power Input Jack

Power Indicator Light

Connect MP3 Player* 3.5mm Jack Connection

Connects Multiple Non-Wireless Chairs

Wireless DAC

USB 5V

INPUT SPDIF

Micro USB Socket Optical Connection Insert

Wireless Band Switch

*MP3 player compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe.

OFF · 1 · 2 · 3 OUTPUT

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Support Connect by USB (PS4™)

Step 1

Insert the micro USB cable into the X-Rocker DAC converter and the other end into one of the front USB ports on any PS4™ system.

USB 5V

SPDIF

INPUT

USB 5V

Step 2

Select one of the wireless bands (1,2,3) on the wireless DAC and then switch to the corresponding band on the chair.

OFF · 1 · 2 · 3

OFF · 1 · 2 · 3 OUTPUT

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Support - Connect by USB (PS4™)

Step 3

On the main PS4™ menu screen select [Settings] > [Devices] > [Audio Devices] > [Output Device].

Step 4

Select [USB headphones] and change the setting in [Output to headphones] from [Chat audio] to

[All Audio].

Save, exit and enjoy!

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Support Connect by optical (PS4™ and PS4™ Pro only)

Please note that the optical connection method is available for compatible PS4

For PS4 on page 3.

™ and PS4 ™ Pro systems only.

™ models that do not feature an optical output source, for connections, please refer to Connect by USB

Make sure that the PS4™ system is switched OFF. Insert the micro USB cable into the X-Rocker DAC converter and the other end into one of the front USB ports on the PS4™ system.

Remove the clear plastic covers from both ends of the optical cable.

Input one end of the optical cable into the X-Rocker Wireless DAC (Slot titled SPDIF) and the other into the Optical SPDIF connector on the PS4™ system.

OPTICAL

SPDIF

INPUT

USB 5V

SPDIF

INPUT

USB 5V

Turn the PS4™ system back on. Select one of the wireless bands (1,2,3) on the wireless DAC and then switch to the corresponding band on the chair.

OFF · 1 · 2 · 3

OFF · 1 · 2 · 3 OUTPUT

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Support Connect by optical (PS4 ™ and PS4™ Pro only)

On the main PS4™ menu screen select [Settings] > [Sound and Screen] > [Audio Output Settings] >

[Primary Output Port] Change this to [Digital Optical] > choose [AAC].

Go back to the Audio output menu, go to Audio format and make sure [Linear PCM] is ticked.

Save, exit and enjoy!

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Support Connect by optical (PS3™)

Make sure that the PS3™ system is switched OFF. Insert the micro USB cable into the X-Rocker DAC converter and the other end into one of the front USB ports on the PS3™ system.

Remove the clear plastic covers from both ends of the optical cable.

Input one end of the optical cable into the X-Rocker Wireless DAC and the other into the SPDIF connector on the PS3™ system.

OPTICAL

SPDIF

SPDIF

INPUT

USB 5V

Turn the PS3™ system back on. Select one of the wireless bands (1,2,3) on the wireless DAC and then switch to the corresponding band on the chair.

OFF · 1 · 2 · 3

OFF · 1 · 2 · 3 OUTPUT

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Support - Connect by optical (PS3 ™ )

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On the main PS3 ™ menu screen Select [Sound Settings] > [Audio Output Settings]

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Enjoy!

Support Bluetooth*

Switch the X-Rocker’s wireless switch to the Bluetooth position.

On the Audio output device go into its Bluetooth settings, turn Bluetooth on if it is not on already and search for XROCKER. Upon finding this, select the XROCKER option. If a passcode is required the four digit code will be ‘ ’.

Enjoy!

*Tablet, Phone, TV and Wireless DAC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe.

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Support - Wired

(PS Vita)

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Connect one end of the 3.5mm audio cable into the headphone socket on the chair then connect the other end to the headphone jack located on the PS Vita.

* The above steps can also be used to connect a Tablet, Phone, TV, Wireless DAC or MP3 player to the chair. Note: compatibility not tested nor endorsed by

Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe.

Enjoy!

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No power going to control panel

No sound

• Make sure that the power cable is connected correctly.

• Make sure that the power supply at the power source is working correctly.

• With the chair turned to the ON position, give the power cable a slight wiggle in the port. If any lights flicker (or not) then please contact support (details below).

• Review the connection methods on the previous page and try alternative connection methods if possible.

• Confirm that the device/system is correctly configured as per previous connection guide.

• Make sure that the wireless channel switcher is in the corresponding position that suits your connection method.

(1,2,3 for wireless, B for Bluetooth and for wired connections).

• Please make sure that the volume of the source device is at a higher level to strengthen the wireless signal.

Wireless transmitter cuts out during gameplay/ No vibration or subwoofer sound via analogue connection

The cables connected to my

X-Rocker have been broken accidentally

Bluetooth is not pairing with my mobile phone/ tablet device

• Please contact X-Rocker support

(www.x-rocker.co.uk/support) regarding this issue.

• Turn the X-Rocker off and then make sure the X-Rocker is in

Bluetooth mode. Press and hold the power button for five seconds to put the chair into pairing mode, this should now be discoverable.

• Your device may be blocking the X-Rocker from connecting by way of passkey, if this occurs then the passkey is ‘0000’.

• If this does not work straight away then please make sure that other nearby Bluetooth devices have turned off.

• Please note that the connection for sound from a

PlayStation ® system is via the provided USB Wireless DAC and not via Bluetooth.

Interference over wireless connection

Can I use more than one X-Rocker from a single sound source?

• In this case, try another of the three wireless bands to isolate the signal.

• Yes, simply tune the second X-Rocker to the same wireless band

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Health and Safety

• Avoid immersing or allowing the X-Rocker to come into contact with liquids.

• Please consult X-Rocker Support before unscrewing any of the electrical components on the chair.

• Please be mindful of any cabling laid out between the X-Rocker and power source/ audio device.

• Please be mindful of cabling attached when moving/ swivelling the X-Rocker.

• If the cables or electrical equipment broken then this may present a choking risk, please contact Support for replacements and dispose of these parts safely.

• Do not stand on the X-Rocker or exceed the 120kg weight limit via other means.

• Do not lean back on the chair to the point in which the pedestal would lift off the ground.

• X-Rocker armrests are designed for support and comfort during gameplay, please do not use these as support for getting in/ out of the chair.

• Playing audio for long periods at loud volumes may contribute to difficulties in hearing.

• Please be considerate to others when playing audio through the X-Rocker speakers at higher volumes.

Ace Casual warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. This warranty is enforceable only by the original purchaser.

ALL DAMAGED OR MISSING PARTS MUST BE REPORTED WITHIN 14 DAYS OF PURCHASE. This warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in this product, but DOES NOT COVER the following: l. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:

Acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, improper installation, maintenance or operation, or failure to follow the instructions contained in this owner's manual.

Any damage in the shipment of the product. (Claims must be presented to the carrier.)

Repair, attempted repair, or modifications by anyone other than the Ace Casual Service Center.

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Any unit which has been modified or attempted to be modified or altered in any way whatsoever.

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Normal wear and periodic maintenance.

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Any unit used for industrial or commercial purposes (including rental).

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Products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS, or consumables (such as fuses, batteries, etc).

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Customer installation, set up adjustments, or signal reception problems.

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Consequential loss or damage as a result of misuse of improper connections.

Ace Casual will repair or replace (at its discretion) units covered by this warranty without charge to the consumer for labor or materials. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR INITIAL SHIPPING CHARGES. However, we will pay the return shipping charges to any destination within the European Union if repairs are covered by the warranty.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF

THE CONSUMER. ACE BAYOU SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT

TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN

DURATION TO THE LENGTH OF THIS WARRANTY.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device should not cause harmful interference.

This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

DO NOT SHIP ANYTHING TO US WITHOUT CONTACTING US FIRST. DO NOT SHIP ANY PARTS OR

WHOLE UNITS TO THIS ADDRESS FOR REPAIR WITHOUT OUR PERMISSION.

Where you see the Crossed Out Wheelie Bin symbol it means that this product can be recycled and should not be disposed of in normal household rubbish. If you are in the EU, please take it to a collection point for the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) for recycling. For all other countries please adhere to local recycling laws for electrical and electronic equipment. The recycling and processing of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment will

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Manufactured by:

Ace Casual Corp.

1040 Higgs Road

L ewisburg,TN 37091 www.acecasual.com

1.866.969.2603

Made in China

Licensed for sale in Europe. For use exclusively with

PlayStation(R)3, PlayStation(R) Vita and PlayStation(R)4. “ ”, “PlayStation ”,

“ ”, “ ”, and “ ” are registered trademarks of

Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe. All rights reserved.

MP3 player compatibility not tested nor endorsed by

Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Please retain this packaging for future reference.

UK based customer support: 01274 683 109 www.xrockernation.co.uk | [email protected]

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