TV or stereo with RCA to wireless speaker

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The discussion revolves around finding an economical solution to connect a Direct TV box with RCA audio output to a wireless speaker located in a different room. The focus is on low sound quality requirements, as the user is primarily interested in listening to news broadcasts. The conversation includes considerations of Bluetooth range and various product options.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks the cheapest method to connect a Direct TV box to a wireless speaker, mentioning that the sound quality does not need to be high.
  • Another participant suggests Rocketfish products as a potential solution, noting that they offer a transmitter and receiver setup but are more expensive than desired.
  • Several Bluetooth audio transmitters are mentioned, with one participant highlighting a specific model that only has a 3.5mm audio plug, which would require a Y-adapter to connect to the RCA output.
  • There is a query about what type of speaker would be suitable for the setup, with a focus on low volume requirements for a small room.
  • A participant inquires about the necessary sound level and room size, indicating that a small volume is sufficient for their needs.

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Participants express various options and considerations without reaching a consensus on a specific solution. There are multiple competing views on the best products and methods to achieve the desired audio connection.

Contextual Notes

Participants discuss product specifications and compatibility, but there are unresolved questions about the effectiveness of Bluetooth range and the suitability of suggested products for the user's specific needs.

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Hi All

I am looking for the cheapest way to connect the Direct TV box with RCA connector audio output to a wireless speaker in another room. It can be the lowest sound quality as I am only listening to the news, no music. My work room do not have Direct tv, I just want to pipe the sound from the living room ( with the Direct TV box) to the work room. It can be mono

The room is about 30ft from the Direct TV box. Can Blue Tooth cover the range?
I looked at this one:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015SDNW2Q/?tag=pfamazon01-20
But I don't think it has a transmitter with RCA connection.

I looked at this:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008DSBOME/?tag=pfamazon01-20

It's $72, I really don't need anything this fancy.

Please advice.

thanks

Alan
 
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yungman said:
Hi All

I am looking for the cheapest way to connect the Direct TV box with RCA connector audio output to a wireless speaker in another room. It can be the lowest sound quality as I am only listening to the news, no music. My work room do not have Direct tv, I just want to pipe the sound from the living room ( with the Direct TV box) to the work room. It can be mono

The room is about 30ft from the Direct TV box. Can Blue Tooth cover the range?
I looked at this one:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015SDNW2Q/?tag=pfamazon01-20
But I don't think it has a transmitter with RCA connection.

I looked at this:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008DSBOME/?tag=pfamazon01-20

It's $72, I really don't need anything this fancy.

Please advice.

thanks

Alan
I can't help with 'cheapest', but Rocketfish has (or had?) a full suite of products like this. I use it to allow any source to be picked up on my deck or kitchen without wires.It is pretty high quality sound, but not cheap at all. Rather more expensive than I would have liked. With rocketfish, there is a transmitter unit and receiver/amplifier unit. You use whatever speakers you want. For my deck, I use high end Polk speakers.
 
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jtbell said:
There seem to be a number of Bluetooth audio transmitters like these:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005HMT7QY/?tag=pfamazon01-20

This one has only a 3.5mm stereo audio plug, for the headphone jack on an iPod etc.; not a pair of RCA plugs like on your DirecTV box. However, you can use a Y-adapter like this:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B8QUS6/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Thanks
So this one connects to the Direct TV with a RCA to 3.5mm. Then what speaker to buy? Like this one:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015SDNW2Q/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Thanks
 
yungman said:
Then what speaker to buy? Like this one:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015SDNW2Q/?tag=pfamazon01-20
How much sound do you need, in how big of a room?
 
russ_watters said:
How much sound do you need, in how big of a room?

Not much, just a small transistor radio volume. Something with a 3" speaker is plenty. It's a 12'X12' room that is quiet other than a fan.
 

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