SENA 3S PLUS Universal Microphone Kit User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- Sena
Table of Contents
SENA 3S PLUS Universal Microphone Kit
Product Information
This product is the Sena 3S PLUS, a communication device designed for motorcyclists. It features a boom microphone type and a universal microphone type, along with status LED indicators, pin-hole reset buttons, DC power charging and firmware upgrade ports, and microphone speakers. It also includes advanced features such as Two-Way Intercom, which allows for intercom communication up to 400 meters in open terrain, and Advanced Noise Control for improved audio quality.
Getting Started
- For detailed instructions, download the full version of the User’s Guide from sena.com.
- To enjoy the latest advanced features, update the product firmware for free. Visit sena.com for instructions on how to update.
- Stay up to date with Sena products by following them on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram.
Installation
To install the Sena 3S PLUS, follow these steps:
- Choose the appropriate microphone type (boom or universal).
- Connect the wired boom microphone or wired microphone to the device.
- Download the Sena Motorcycles App from Google Play Store or App Store.
Basic Operations
To perform basic operations on the Sena 3S PLUS, use the following button
actions:
- Power On: Tap the button for 1 second.
- Power Off: Hold the button for 1 second.
- Volume Up: Tap the button once.
- Volume Down: Tap the button once.
Phone Pairing
To pair your mobile phone with the Sena 3S PLUS, follow these steps:
- Power on the headset.
- Hold the button for 5 seconds to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
- Select “3S PLUS” on your mobile phone’s Bluetooth settings.
Mobile Phone Functions
Use the following button actions for various mobile phone functions:
- Answer a Call: Tap the button once.
- End a Call: Hold the button for 2 seconds.
- Reject a Call: Hold the button for 2 seconds.
- Redial Last Number: Hold the button for 3 seconds.
- Make a Call with the Voice Dialer: Hold the button for 3 seconds.
Music Controls
Control your music playback with the following button actions:
- Play/Pause: Hold the button for 1 second.
- Next Track: Hold the button for 2 seconds.
- Previous Track: Hold the button for 2 seconds.
Bluetooth Intercom
The Sena 3S PLUS can be paired with another headset for Bluetooth intercom conversation. Follow these steps to pair:
- Pair your mobile phone with the headset.
- Open the Sena Motorcycles App and tap “Smart Intercom Pairing Menu”.
- Scan the QR code displayed on your friend’s mobile phone to pair.
Boom Microphone Type
Universal Microphone Type
RIDE CONNECTED
Bluetooth® 5.1 advanced signal processing enables the 3S PLUS headset for
scooter or motorcycle to deliver incoming and outgoing audio for music, phone
calls, GPS directions, and talk over the intercom with your buddies
Bluetooth® 5.1
Two-Way Intercom
Intercom up to 400 m (0.2 mi)*
Advanced Noise Control™
- in open terrain
GETTING STARTED
- This product comes with a Quick Start Guide, which is a basic version of the User’s Guide. A FULL VERSION OF THE USER’S GUIDE CAN BE DOWNLOADED AT SENA.COM.
- Update this product for free with the latest firmware to fully enjoy the new advanced features built into this product. Visit sena.com to see how to update your product.
- Users can follow Sena on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram to receive the most up to date information on products, helpful tips and all other announcements regarding Sena products.
How to Use This Guide
The legend and callouts are here to help you read the illustrations. New
technology can be confusing, but we’ve created a simple way to perform actions
using illustrations.
Icon Legend
Tap button the specified number of times
HOLD Press and Hold button for the specified amount of time
“Hello” Audible prompt
Buttons
Installation
Boom Microphone Type
Universal Microphone Type
Sena Motorcycles App
Download the Sena Motorcycles App on Google Play Store or App Store.
Sena Device Manager
The Sena Device Manager allows you to upgrade firmware and configure settings
directly from your PC. Download the Sena Device Manager from sena.com.
NOTICE
- This Quick Start Guide (Version 2.0.0 or higher) explains how to operate the 3S PLUS with firmware version 2.0 or higher.
- For operating the 3S PLUS with a firmware version lower than 2.0, refer to the 3S PLUS Quick Start Guide that is available when you connect the 3S PLUS to the Motorcycles App.
Basic Operations
Power On
Power Off
Volume Up
Volume Down
Checking the Battery Level
Instruction is for when powering the headset on.
Visual Method
Phone Pairing
- For more information on phone pairing, refer to the User’s Guide.
Mobile Phone
Music Controls
Play/Pause
Next Track
Previous Track
Bluetooth Intercom
The 3S PLUS can be paired with another headset for Bluetooth intercom
conversation.
Intercom Pairing
There are two ways to pair the headset.
Using the Smart Intercom Pairing (SIP)
SIP allows you to quickly pair with your friends for intercom communication by
scanning the QR code on the Sena Motorcycles App without remembering the
button operation.
- Pair the mobile phone with the headset.
- Open the Sena Motorcycles App and tap (Smart Intercom Pairing Menu).
- Scan the QR code displayed on your friend (B)’s mobile phone.
- Your friend (B) can display the QR code on the mobile phone by tapping > QR code ( ) on theSena Motorcycles App.
- Tap Save and check that your friend (B) is paired with you (A) correctly.
Note: The Smart Intercom Pairing (SIP) is not compatible with Sena products that use Bluetooth 3.0 or below.
Using the Button
Start/End Conversation with Intercom Friend
Configuration Menu
Access the Configuration Menu
Navigate Between Menu Options
Execute Menu Options
Troubleshooting
Factory Reset
Fault Reset
Press the Pin-hole Reset Button for a second with light pressure. The headset will automatically be turned off and a fault reset will occur.
Note: Fault Reset will not restore the headset to the factory default settings.
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