Soundcore Rave 3S Portable Bluetooth Speaker User Manual
At a Glance
The Soundcore Rave 3S speaker is presented with front and back views, highlighting its design and key components.
The speaker is depicted from the front and back. The front view shows the main speaker grille and controls. The back view shows ports and additional controls.
The top panel of the speaker features a circular layout of controls.
The top panel of the speaker features a circular layout of controls. From left to right, these include: Volume Control dial, Reverb Control dial, Reverb Level Indicator lights, Power Button, Battery Indicator lights, and a Bluetooth Button. Other buttons include AI Vocal Removal, AuraCast, LightShow, BassUp, Next Track, Play/Pause, and Previous Track.
Top Panel Controls:
- 1. Volume Control: Adjust the volume of the speaker.
- 2. Reverb Control: Rotate clockwise / counterclockwise to increase / decrease the amount of reverb applied to your microphone.
- 3. Reverb Level Indication: Displays the current reverb applied to your microphone.
- 4. Power Button: Powers the device on or off.
- 5. Battery Indicator: Displays the battery level of the device.
- 6. Bluetooth Button: Press to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
- 7. AI Vocal Removal: Press to remove original vocals from a song, leaving only the accompaniment. Press again to restore vocals.
- 8. AuraCast Button: Press to enable the AuraCast feature.
- 9. LightShow Button: Press to turn the light effect on or off.
- 10. BassUp Button: Press to enhance the low frequency of the audio source.
- 11. Next Track Button: Press once to skip to the next track.
- 12. Play/Pause Button: Press once to play / pause the audio source.
- 13. Previous Track Button: Press once to skip to the previous track.
Back Panel Controls:
The back panel includes a 'GAIN' adjustment knob for guitars, a 'WIRED VOLUME' control, a 'USB-C Charging Port', a 'Guitar / Microphone Socket (6.5mm)', an 'Input Switch Toggle' (for guitar or microphone), and an 'AUX IN' port for external audio devices.
- 1. Gain (Guitar): Adjusts the gain of the connected guitar.
- 2. Wired Volume Control: Rotates clockwise / counterclockwise to increase / decrease the volume of the connected guitar or wired microphone.
- 3. USB-C Charging Port: Plug in the provided C-C cable to charge the device.
- 4. Guitar / Microphone Socket (6.5mm): Connect to a guitar or wired microphone.
- 5. Input Switch Toggle: Switches to the connected guitar or microphone input.
- 6. AUX IN: Connects to an external audio device through a 3.5 mm audio cable (not supplied).
Charging Your Speaker
To charge your speaker, use a certified C-C cable and charger to prevent any damage.
Illustrates charging the speaker via a USB-C cable, showing the USB-C port and a battery charging icon.
Battery Indicator Status:
| Flashing Red | Low Battery |
| Flashing White | Being Charged |
| Steady White | Fully Charged |
Powering On/Off
To power the speaker on or off:
Shows the Power Button with icons indicating a single press for 'Power On' and a press-and-hold for 2 seconds for 'Power Off'.
- Press the Power Button once to turn the speaker Power On.
- Press and hold the Power Button for 2 seconds to turn the speaker Power Off.
The speaker will power off automatically after 20 minutes of no audio input. You can also set an auto-power-off time in the soundcore app.
Using Your Speaker
Bluetooth Mode
To connect your device via Bluetooth:
- Press the Bluetooth Button to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
- On your device's Bluetooth list, select "soundcore Rave 3S" to connect.
Depicts a smartphone connecting to the speaker via Bluetooth. The speaker's Bluetooth button is shown with a 'PAIRING' indicator, followed by a 'CONNECTED' status.
| Button Action | Indicator Status | Connection Status |
| Press [bluetooth-button] | [flashing-blue-light] | Enter Bluetooth Pairing Mode |
| [steady-blue-light] | Bluetooth Connected |
To re-enter Bluetooth pairing mode, press the Bluetooth button once.
This speaker can only play music from one mobile device at a time. To play from another connected device, pause the currently active device first.
Each time you power on your speaker, it will automatically connect to your last connected device if available within the Bluetooth range. If not, press the Bluetooth button to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
TWS (True Wireless Stereo) Mode
Two identical Soundcore speakers can pair with each other for stereo sound, playing the same audio with one as the left channel and the other as the right channel.
To enter TWS pairing mode:
- With one speaker connected to a smartphone or tablet, press the AuraCast button simultaneously on both speakers. This mode is powered by AuraCast technology.
- Upon successful pairing, you will hear a sound prompt. Then, double press the AuraCast button on either speaker to assign the left and right audio channels.
Illustrates two identical Soundcore speakers being paired together for True Wireless Stereo sound. One speaker is shown connected to a smartphone, and the AuraCast button is indicated for initiating TWS pairing.
| Button Action | Indicator Status | Connection Status |
| Press [auracast-button] once | [steady-white-light] | Enter / Exit TWS Pairing Mode |
| [steady-white-light] (Speaker 1) | TWS Pairing | |
| [steady-white-light] (Speaker 2) | TWS Connected |
AuraCast
With one speaker connected to a smartphone, press the AuraCast button on up to 10 Soundcore speakers with AuraCast function to synchronize audio and light.
Shows multiple Soundcore speakers (up to 10) synchronizing audio and light. One speaker is connected to a smartphone, and the AuraCast button is shown being pressed on multiple units.
| Button Action | Indicator Status | Connection Status |
| Press [auracast-button] once | [steady-white-light] | Enter / Exit AuraCast Pairing Mode |
| [steady-white-light] | AuraCast Pairing | |
| [steady-white-light] | AuraCast Connected |
When you enable or disable the AuraCast feature, you will hear a notification sound.
Using the Wireless Microphones
To use the wireless microphones:
- Unscrew the battery cover.
- Install two AA batteries.
Shows two wireless microphones. The first microphone diagram highlights buttons for volume adjustment ([-/+]), power (ON/OFF), and AI Vocal Removal. The second microphone diagram shows the battery compartment, indicating where to install two AA batteries after unscrewing the cover.
Wireless Microphone Controls:
| Button Action | Function |
| Press [power-button] once | Power On |
| Press and hold [power-button] for 2 seconds | Power Off |
| Press [volume-adjust-buttons] | Mic Volume Up / Down |
| Press [ai-vocal-removal-button] | Adjust Vocal Removal Level (4% to 100%) |
Once powered on, the wireless microphones will automatically connect to the speaker.
The AI VOCAL REMOVAL button on the speaker can remove original vocals from a song with a single press. The AI Vocal Removal button on the wireless microphone allows for adjustable vocal retention, ranging from 4% to 100%.
Once the vocal removal level is set on the microphone, the speaker will remember this setting even after restarting, ensuring the vocal removal effect matches the level set on the microphone when activated via the speaker.
Manual Pairing of Wireless Microphones:
If the wireless microphones do not connect automatically after powering on, follow these steps to manually pair them:
- First, press and hold the Next Track and AI Vocal Removal buttons on the speaker for 8 seconds to reset pairing.
- Then, press and hold the Volume Up and AI Vocal Removal buttons on both microphones for 8 seconds to complete pairing.
Illustrates the process for manually pairing wireless microphones with the speaker. It shows pressing specific buttons on the speaker (Next Track and AI Vocal Removal) and on the microphones (Volume Up and AI Vocal Removal) for a set duration.
Guitar / Wired Microphone Connection
Connect a microphone or guitar to the speaker through 6.5mm audio cables (not supplied).
After connecting a microphone or guitar, ensure the toggle switch is set to the correct sound input.
Shows a guitar and a microphone connected to the speaker's 6.5mm sockets via audio cables. It also indicates the input switch toggle on the speaker.
LightShow
The LED lights change with the rhythm of the music.
Depicts the speaker's LED lights changing with music rhythm. It shows the LightShow button being pressed once for 'Turn Light On / Switch Light Effect' and held for 2 seconds for 'Turn Off', with a smartphone interface for customization.
| Button Action | Function |
| Press [lightshow-button] once or press again | Turn Light On / Switch Light Effect |
| Press and hold [lightshow-button] for 2 seconds | Turn Off |
You can also select your preferred light effect, or customize its pattern and brightness in the soundcore app.
Soundcore App
Download the soundcore app to enhance your experience.
Shows the Soundcore app interface with a search bar and download buttons for Google Play and the App Store, along with QR codes for downloading the app.
App Features:
- Product information: Check the product name and software version, or read the user manual.
- Firmware update: You will be informed once a new version of firmware is detected when you connect the speaker with the app.
- Battery status: Indicates the remaining battery level of your speaker.
- Volume control: Adjust the volume level via the app without pressing the buttons on the speaker.
- EQ settings: Offers various preset EQ settings to optimize your experience for different music genres:
- Soundcore Signature: Standard EQ mode optimized for well-balanced sound.
- Voice: Voices stand out more clearly from other ambient sounds.
- Treble Boost: High frequencies are enhanced.
- Balanced: No enhancement for high-frequency and low-frequency sounds.
- Set auto-power-off time: Set an auto-power-off time. The speaker will automatically power off when the time is up.
- Voice prompt: Mute or restore the voice prompt while powering on/off.
Reset
To reset the speaker, press and hold the Bluetooth button and Next Track button simultaneously for 8 seconds.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Charge Input | 5V-3A |
| Battery Capacity | 4900mAH/7.3V |
| Audio Output Power | 200W |
| Speaker Driver | 6.5" Woofer, 2.5" Full-Range x3 |
| Frequency Response | 40Hz-20kHz |
| Charging Time | 6H |
| Play Time (varies by volume level and music content) | Up to 12H |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Range | 50m |
| Waterproof Rating | IPX4 |
Adapter Information
Applicable Adapter Details:
- Brand: ANKER
- Manufacturer: Anker Innovations Limited
- Model: A2337
- Input: 100-240V~1.0A, 50-60Hz
- Output: 5.0V = 3.0A, 15.0W / 9.0V = 3.0A, 27.0W / 12.0V = 2.5A, 30.0W / 15.0V = 2.0A, 30.0W / 20.0V = 1.5A, 30.0W (30.0W Max)
Additional Information:
- Power consumption in standby mode: ≤0.5W
- Power management: ≤20min
