SENCOR SSS 3800 Digital Audio System with Bluetooth
User Manual
Safety Instructions
This product is designed with maximum safety in mind. Improper use can lead to electric shock or fire. Users must follow these instructions when using this device.
This device uses a semiconductor unit and contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not disassemble this device, as you could be exposed to the risk of electric shock. If any damage occurs to this product, have it repaired by a qualified service technician.
Power Source
The power source for this device must correspond to the information on the rating label.
Heat Sources
Protect this unit from heat sources such as stoves or direct sunlight.
Cleaning
Disconnect the power supply before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaning agents or corrosive liquids for cleaning – clean the unit with a soft cloth only.
Heavy Objects
Do not place heavy objects on the unit, as this could cause damage.
Connecting Other Devices
Before connecting other devices to this unit, remember to disconnect the power supply. Otherwise, the unit could be damaged or persons could be injured.
Troubleshooting Requiring Repair
If any of the following problems occur, disconnect the unit's power supply and contact a qualified service technician:
- A. The power cord or plug has been damaged.
- B. Liquid or other foreign objects have entered the unit.
- C. If the unit does not function despite operating it according to the manual, do not use any buttons other than those specified in this manual. This could lead to damage to the unit and make repairs more difficult.
- D. The unit has been dropped from a significant height.
- E. A burning smell is detected from inside the unit.
Maintenance
If you do not have the technical knowledge required for the maintenance of this unit, do not attempt to repair it yourself. Opening the unit's cover poses a risk of electric shock. If necessary, contact a qualified service technician.
Part Replacement
If you need to replace any part of this unit, ask a service technician to replace it with identical replacement parts. Using different replacement parts could lead to electric shock or shorten the unit's lifespan.
Safety Check
After maintenance is completed, ask a service technician to perform a safety check on-site to ensure the unit is functioning safely.
Note
Before using this product, please read these instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.
Device Description
Top View
- 1. 3.5mm AUX IN connector
- 2. 6.3mm MIC 1 connector
- 3. 6.3mm MIC 2 connector
- 4. USB PORT 1
- 5. USB PORT 2
- 6. [Button] 10/M./FOLD.+
- 7. [Button] LIGHT (LIGHT)
- 8. [Button] 10/M./FOLD.-
- 9. [Button] ECHO
- 10. [Button] EQ (EQUALIZER)
- 11. [Button] FUNCTION/STANDBY (FUNCTION/STANDBY)
- 12. [Button] << / TUN.-
- 13. [Button] >> / TUN.+
- 14. [Button] P-MODE/M.
- 15. [Button] ►II / PAIR/SCAN
- 16. LCD DISPLAY
- 17. PAIRING INDICATOR
- 18. [Button] SUPER BASS
- 19. [Button] POWER ON/OFF
- 20. CHARGING INDICATOR
- 21. MICROPHONE VOLUME CONTROL
- 22. VOLUME CONTROL
Front and Rear View
- 23. HANDLE
- 24. SPEAKERS
- 25. DECORATIVE RING
- 26. TWEETERS (HIGH-FREQUENCY SPEAKERS)
- 27. FM ANTENNA
- 28. VENTILATION HOLES
- 29. MAINS POWER SOCKET
- 30. DECORATIVE LED LIGHTS
Getting Started
Power Source
This device uses a rechargeable lead-acid battery (battery capacity is 4000 mAh). Charge the device fully (for about 7 hours) before using it for the first time. Playback time is approximately 2 hours at maximum volume and up to 10 hours at medium volume when fully charged. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet to allow the device to operate on battery after full charge. If you connect the power cord while the battery module is connected, it will start charging. The LED charging indicator will be red during charging and will turn green when fully charged. When the battery in the device is low, the LED indicator will flash red.
Warning: Do not replace the battery; this operation can only be performed by a highly qualified technician.
Caution: Before turning on, ensure that the voltage in your power grid corresponds to the voltage indicated on the rating label. For your own safety, please read the following instructions carefully before connecting this device to the power grid. To start this device, connect the power cord to a power outlet with a voltage of 100-240V 50/60Hz and turn it on by pressing the POWER ON/OFF button on the top panel.
User Manual
Basic Functions
Power On/Off
Pressing the power button allows you to turn the device on or off.
Setting Mode
You can change the operating mode by repeatedly pressing the FUNCTION/STANDBY button. You can select one of the functions: USB1/USB2/BLUETOOTH/AUX/RADIO.
Volume Adjustment
1. Turn the VOLUME knob on the unit to increase or decrease the music volume.
2. Turn the MIC VOL. (MICROPHONE VOLUME) knob on the unit to increase or decrease the microphone volume.
Bass Adjustment
Press the SUPER BASS button on the unit to emphasize the bass.
Equalizer (EQ)
This unit has a built-in equalizer system. Pressing the EQ button on the unit allows you to select the setting that best suits the specific music style: FLAT (Linear), CLASSIC (Classical music), ROCK, POP, and JAZZ.
Microphone Echo
Pressing the ECHO button on the unit allows you to turn the microphone echo effect on or off.
Flashing Lights
There are 5 modes for the DISCO LED lights. Press the LIGHT button to select one of the lighting modes. To deactivate the lighting, press the LIGHT button several times until "OFF" is displayed.
- L-1: This is the default mode; the blue LED is constantly lit when selected.
- L-2: The blue LED flashes.
- L-3: The red LED is constantly lit.
- L-4: The red LED flashes.
- L-5: The 7-color LED flashes.
Using Radio
Listen to radio stations in the FM band. Press the FUNCTION/STANDBY button on the unit, and FM and the radio frequency will appear on the display.
Note: For the best possible reception, first extend the antenna on the back of the unit to its full length.
Tuning Radio Stations
If you know the frequency of the station you want to tune to:
- Tune to the station by repeatedly pressing the << / TUN.- or >> / TUN.+ buttons. Holding these buttons will scan for higher or lower frequencies. The station frequency is displayed on the screen.
- To tune to a preset station: Press the 10/M./FOLD.+ button to tune to the next preset station. Press the 10/M./FOLD.- button to tune to the previous preset station.
Automatic Preset Storage
To search for stations within range and automatically save them to memory presets, press and hold the PLAY/PAUSE/PAIR/SCAN button. Once the device finishes searching, it will automatically tune to preset number 1 (PO1).
Manual Preset Storage
Instead of automatic storage, you can select stations to save to presets yourself.
- Use the << / TUN.- and >> / TUN.+ buttons to tune to the station you want to save to a preset (e.g., 93.1).
- Press the P-MODE/M. button. "PO1" will flash on the display, indicating that you are saving the station to preset 01. (If you want to change the preset number, press the 10/M./FOLD.+ or 10/M./FOLD.- button.)
- Press the P-MODE/M. button again to complete saving the station (i.e., preset PO1 is now set to 93.1).
- Repeat steps 1 to 3 to save additional stations. You can save up to 30 stations in the FM band.
USB Playback
This device is equipped with two USB ports for music playback.
- Press the FUNCTION/STANDBY button on the unit to select the "USB1" or "USB2" mode.
- Connect a USB flash drive to the USB port on the top of the unit. Playback will automatically start from track 1.
- Pause playback by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE/PAIR/SCAN button on the unit. The playback time will flash on the display.
- Resume playback by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE/PAIR/SCAN button again.
- If you want to select a specific track, repeatedly press the >> / TUN.+ or << / TUN.- buttons during playback until the desired track appears on the display. The unit will start playback automatically.
- If you want to search for a specific passage during playback, press and hold the >> / TUN.+ or << / TUN.- button; the current track will play at high speed. As soon as the desired location appears, release the button, and playback will continue normally.
- To select a track whose number is greater than 10, press the 10/M./FOLD.+ or 10/M./FOLD.- button each time to skip forward/backward by 10 tracks. Then press the >> / TUN.+ or << / TUN.- button to select the desired track.
- To select the desired folder (if the USB drive contains more than one folder), you can press and hold the 10/M./FOLD.+ or 10/M./FOLD.- button to skip forward/backward between folders. Then press the >> / TUN.+ or << / TUN.- button to select the desired track.
Important Notes for USB
- The USB port is intended for data transfer only; do not connect other devices to this port. USB extension cables are not recommended. Do not disconnect the USB flash drive while playback or loading is in progress.
Caution for USB
Due to the large number of devices on the market, compatibility and playback support for all media are not guaranteed. You should test or format memory devices you intend to connect to the FAT32 file system beforehand. Playback of protected media, files, or content stored on them may not be successful. Playback of tested and unprotected media and content.
Note for USB
Media with higher power consumption than flash memory should only be connected if they have their own power source.
Repeat Playback
You can repeatedly play a single track or all tracks on the USB drive.
Single Track Repeat
1. Press the P-MODE/M. button on the unit during playback; "C" will appear on the display, and the current track will play over and over.
2. To cancel repeat playback, press the P-MODE/M. button on the unit repeatedly until the "C" symbol disappears from the display.
All Tracks Repeat
1. Press the P-MODE/M. button on the unit repeatedly until the "A" symbol appears on the display. All tracks on the USB drive will play over and over.
2. To cancel repeat playback, press the P-MODE/M. button on the unit repeatedly until the "A" symbol disappears from the display.
Folder Repeat
1. Press the P-MODE/M. button on the unit repeatedly until "FOLDER" appears on the display. All tracks in the folder will play over and over.
2. To cancel repeat playback, press the P-MODE/M. button on the unit repeatedly until "FOLDER" disappears from the display.
Random Playback
Press the P-MODE/M. button on the unit during playback until "RAND" appears on the display. Random playback from the next track will start automatically. Press the P-MODE/M. button on the unit again until "RAND" disappears from the display to cancel the function.
Bluetooth Usage
- Press the FUNCTION/STANDBY button on the unit to enable BLUETOOTH function; "bt" will appear on the LCD, and the pairing indicator will flash rapidly.
- Turn on Bluetooth on your device, search for the "SSS3800" device, and connect to it. Then enter the password "0000" if required. The pairing indicator will be lit, indicating that the connection has been established, and "bt" will be displayed. Press the PLAY button to start playback.
- Turn the VOLUME knob on the unit or adjust the volume on the external device to set the music volume to the desired level.
- Press and hold the PLAY/PAUSE/PAIR/SCAN button to disconnect Bluetooth.
Note: The Bluetooth function works best within a range of 10 meters with direct visibility.
Caution: Some connected devices support unified volume control. If any of the connected devices do not support this function, the volume adjustment will work independently on both devices.
External Input (AUX)
- Press the FUNCTION/STANDBY button on the unit to select the "AUX" mode.
- Connect your audio device to the AUX IN socket on the top panel of the unit using an AUX IN cable.
- Turn the VOLUME knob on the unit or adjust the volume on the external device to set the music volume to the desired level.
- Control playback from the audio device.
Microphone Jack Usage
The microphone input is available in all modes.
- Connect the microphone to the 6.3mm MIC JACK located on the top panel of the unit.
- Turn the MIC VOL. (MICROPHONE VOLUME) knob on the unit to increase or decrease the microphone volume.
- Press the ECHO button to turn the microphone echo effect on or off.
Technical Data
Sound System
- Model: SSS 3800
- Output Power: 60 W
- Display: LCD
- Lighting: Flashing LED backlight
Sound
- Output Power: 60 W (3 Ω impedance for mid-range speakers)
- Speakers: 4 speakers (2 mid-range + 2 tweeters)
- Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 15 kHz
- Total Harmonic Distortion: ≤ 10 % (1 kHz)
- Equalizer Presets: FLAT, CLASSIC, ROCK, POP, JAZZ
- Feature: SUPER BASS button
Lighting
- 7-color light show
- 5 lighting modes
Signal Reception
- FM PLL Radio
- Presets: 30 FM stations
Inputs
- Bluetooth Audio 5.4
- Audio connector (3.5mm stereo jack)
- 2× USB (playback)
- 2x Microphone connector (6.3mm jack)
Other
- Battery: Built-in rechargeable 4000 mAh / 11.1 V
- Karaoke Function: (Echo, Volume)
- Power Supply: AC 100 – 240 V ~ 60/50 Hz
- Power Saving: < 0.5 W
- Dimensions: 259 × 272 × 595 mm
- Weight: 5.88 kg
Note: Technical data may change without prior notice due to continuous improvements.
Disposal Instructions
Packaging Materials
Hand over packaging material for disposal at a collection yard.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
This symbol placed on the product, accessories, or packaging indicates that the product should not be treated as ordinary household waste. Please dispose of this product at a collection yard designated for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. In some EU states or European countries, you may return your products to your local retailer when purchasing an equivalent new product. By properly disposing of this product, you help protect valuable natural resources and prevent potential negative impacts on the environment and human health, which could result from improper waste disposal. For further details, please contact your local authorities or the nearest waste disposal collection yard. Improper disposal of this type of waste may be subject to legal penalties.
For Companies in the European Union
If you need to dispose of electrical or electronic equipment, ask your dealer or supplier for the necessary information.
Disposal in Countries Outside the European Union
If you wish to dispose of this product, ask for the necessary information on the correct disposal method from the ministry or your dealer.
CE
The product complies with EU requirements.
Declaration of Conformity
FAST ČR, a.s. hereby declares that the radio equipment type SSS 3800 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.sencor.eu
Changes
Text, design, and technical data are subject to change without prior notice, and we reserve the right to make changes.
Original Manual
The original version is in the Czech language.
Manufacturer Address
FAST ČR, a. s., Černokostelecká 1621, Říčany CZ-251 01
Warranty Conditions
The warranty card is not part of the device packaging.
The seller provides the buyer with a 24-month warranty from the date of purchase. The warranty is provided under the conditions stated below. The warranty applies only to consumer goods sold to consumers for normal domestic use. The buyer can exercise rights related to defects (complaints) either with the seller from whom the product was purchased or at the authorized service center listed below. The buyer is obliged to file a complaint without undue delay to prevent the defect from worsening, but no later than the end of the warranty period. The buyer is obliged to cooperate in verifying the existence of the claimed defect during the complaint process. Only a complete product, which is not contaminated for hygiene reasons, is accepted for the claims process. In the case of a justified claim, the warranty period is extended by the time from the moment the claim is filed until the moment the repaired product is taken over by the buyer, at which point the buyer is obliged to take over the product after the repair is completed. The buyer is obliged to prove their right to claim (proof of purchase of the product, warranty card, proof of commissioning the product).
Warranty Exclusions
- Defects for which discounts were provided.
- Wear and tear and damage resulting from normal use of the product.
- Damage to the product due to unprofessional or incorrect installation, use of the product contrary to the manual, applicable legal regulations, and generally known and customary methods of use, or due to the use of the product for a purpose other than that for which it is intended.
- Damage to the product due to neglected or improper maintenance.
- Damage to the product caused by contamination, accident, or force majeure (natural disaster, fire, water ingress).
- Functional defects of the product caused by unsuitable signal quality, disruptive electromagnetic fields, etc.
- Mechanical damage to the product (e.g., broken knob, drop).
- Damage caused by the use of unsuitable media, fillings, consumables (batteries), or unsuitable operating conditions (e.g., high ambient temperatures, high environmental humidity, shocks).
- Damage, modification, or other intervention in the product caused by an unauthorized or un-authorized person (service).
- Cases where the buyer does not prove their right to claim during the complaint process (when and where the claimed product was purchased).
- Cases where the data in the submitted documents differ from the data indicated on the product.
- Cases where the claimed product does not match the product indicated in the documents by which the buyer proves their right to claim (e.g., damaged serial number or warranty seal of the device, altered data in the documents).
Manufacturer Address
FAST ČR, a.s., U Sanitasu 1621, Říčany 251 01, Czech Republic
Distributor
FAST PLUS a.s., Vlčie hrdlo 324/90, 821 07 Bratislava, tel: 249 105 890
Service Center
FAST PLUS, a.s., Šášovské Podhradie – Píla 214, 965 01 Žiar nad Hronom, tel: +421 249 105 853, e-mail: servis@fastplus.sk
Original Manual
The original version of the manual is in Czech; other language versions are respective translations.