Lenco SCD-120 Portable Boombox with FM Radio User Manual

Lenco SCD-120 Portable Boombox with FM Radio

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE USE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN MIND

1.  Do not cover or block any ventilation openings. When placing the device on a shelf, leave 5 cm (2”) free space around the whole device.

2.  Install in accordance with the supplied user manual.

3.  Keep the device away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves, candles and other heat-generating products or naked flame. The device can only be used in moderate climates. Extremely cold or warm environments should be avoided. Working temperature between 0° and 35°C.

4.  Avoid using the device near strong magnetic fields.

5.  Electrostatic discharge can disturb normal usage of this device. If so, simply reset and restart the
   device following the instruction manual. During file transmission, please handle with care and operate in a static-free environment.

6.  Warning! Never insert an object into the product through the vents or openings. High voltage flows through the product and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short circuit internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.

7.  Do not use in wet or moist areas such as bathrooms, steamy kitchens or near swimming pools.

8.  The device shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and make sure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on or near the apparatus.

9. . Do not use this device when condensation may occur. When the unit is used in a warm wet room with damp, water droplets or condensation may occur inside the unit and the unit may not function properly; let the unit stand in power OFF for 1 or 2 hours before turning on the power: the unit should be dry before getting any power.

10.  Although this device is manufactured with the utmost care and checked several times before leaving the factory, it is still possible that problems may occur, as with all electrical appliances. If you notice smoke, an excessive build-up of heat or any other unexpected phenomena, you should disconnect the plug from the main power socket immediately.

11. This device must operate on a power source as specified on the specification label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

12.  Keep away from animals. Some animals enjoy biting on power cords.

13.  To clean the device, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use solvents or petrol based fluids.
    To remove severe stains, you may use a damp cloth with dilute detergent.

14.  The supplier is not responsible for damage or lost data caused by malfunction, misuse, modification of the device or battery replacement.

15.  Do not interrupt the connection when the device is formatting or transferring files. Otherwise, data may be corrupted or lost.

16.  If the unit has USB playback function, the USB memory stick should be plugged into the unit directly. Don’t use an USB extension cable because it can cause interference resulting in failing of data.

17.  The rating label has been marked on the bottom or back panel of the device.

18.  This device is not intended for use by people (including children) with physical, sensory or mental disabilities, or a lack of experience and knowledge, unless they’re under supervision or have received instructions about the correct use of the device by the person who is responsible for their safety.

19.  This product is intended for non professional use only and not for commercial or industrial use.

20.  Make sure the unit is adjusted to a stable position. Damage caused by using this product in an unstable position vibrations or shocks or by failure to follow any other warning or precaution contained within this user manual will not be covered by warranty.

21.  Never remove the casing of this device.

22.  Never place this device on other electrical equipment.

23.  Do not allow children access to plastic bags.

24.  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

25.  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the device has been damaged in any way, such as the power supply cord or the plug, when liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the device, when the device has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

26.  Long exposure to loud sounds from personal music players may lead to temporary or permanent hearing loss.

27.  If the product is delivered with power cable or AC power adaptor:

28. If any trouble occur, disconnect the AC power cord and refer servicing to qualified personnel.

29. Don’t step on or pinch the power adaptor. Be very careful, particularly near the plugs and the cable’s exit point. Do not place heavy items on the power adaptor, which may damage it. Keep the entire device out of children’s reach! When playing with the power cable, they can seriously injure themselves.

30.  Unplug this device during lightning storms or when unused for a long period.

31. The socket outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be easily accessible.

32. Do not overload ac outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock.

33. Devices with class 1 construction should be connected to a main socket outlet with a protective earthed connection.

34. Devices with class 2 construction do not require a earthed connection.

35. Always hold the plug when pulling it out of the main supply socket. Do not pull the power cord. This can cause a short circuit.

36. Do not use a damaged power cord or plug or a loose outlet. Doing so may result in fire or electric shock.

37.  If the product contains or is delivered with a remote control containing coin/cell batteries:
    Warning:

38. “Do not ingest battery, Chemical Burn Hazard” or equivalent working.

39. [The remote control supplied with] This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.

40. Keep new and used batteries away from children.

41. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.

42. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

43.  Caution about the use of Batteries:

44. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

45. Battery cannot be subjected to high or low extreme temperatures, low air pressure at high altitude during use, storage or transportation.

46. Replacement of a battery with an incorrect type that can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

47. Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.

48. Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment that can result in an explosion or that leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

49. A battery subjected to extremely low air pressure that may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

50. Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

INSTALLATION

• Unpack all parts and remove protective material.
• Do not connect the unit to the mains before checking the mains voltage and before all other connections have been made.

OVERVIEW

1. USB input:
2. SOURCE:
3. SCAN:
4. PREVIOUS
5. POWER
6. NUMERIC BUTTONS:
7. DISPLAY:
8. CASSETTE CONTROL BUTTONS: (PAUSE/STOP/EJECT/FORWARD/REWIND/PLAY/RECORD)
9. VOLUME:
10. STOP :
11. NEXT
12. PLAY-PAUSE:
13. CD Disc compartment door
14. Cassette tape compartment door
15. Bass port
16. Loudspeaker
17. Carrying handle
18. Battery compartment door
19. AUX IN: Connect to external audio player
20. Headphone out: Connect to the external headphone
21. Antenna: The antenna should be extended to ensure a good FM reception
22. ~ AC in: Connect the power cord to this jack
23. Numeric buttons
24. Memory button
25. Previous/Tune Down
26. Folder Up
27. Repeat
28. Folder Down
29. BT Previous – BT Next – BT Play/pause
30. CD/USB Stop – CD/USB Play/Pause
31. Volume +/Volume –
32. Mute
33. Random
34. CH-
35. Next/Tune Up
36. Scan/Enter
37. Mono/Stereo
38. CH+
39. Sleep
40. X-Bass
41. Equalizer
42. Source

BATTERY INSERT

BATTERY OPERATION:
For DC operation, firstly remove the AC plug from the AC outlet and disconnect the AC cord from the ~ AC IN jack. Remove the battery compartment door at the rear of the unit. Install 6pcs UM-2 (LR14) C size batteries (NOT supplied) according to the polarity markings shown inside of the compartment. Install the battery compartment door.
Note:

• Since the unit draws a little power from the batteries in standby mode, remove the batteries if the unit is not going to be used for a long time.
• Since the unit is at power saving status when it is in battery stand by mode, you can ONLY use the unit’s STANDBY button by press and hold it more than 5 seconds to turn on the unit. To turn off, press the STANDBY button again.

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION:
A CR2025 battery is already installed in the remote control unit. Before using, pull out the battery insulation sheet as shown on the left.
To replace a new battery, please refer to the figure shown on the left. When inserting a battery, be sure to do so in the proper direction.

EAR/HEADPHONE USE

On the back site of the SCD-120 you will find the headphone connection.
Use a ear set or headphone with 3, 5mm stereo jack to connect the headphone to the SCD-120.
If you put in the 3,5mm stereo jack the speakers of the SCD-120 will turned off.
Only the headphone will work now.
You can control the volume by the volume knob. All other functions are the same as normal use without headset connected.

POWER ON THE SCD-120

Connect the SCD-120 with the power cable to the AC outlet. If you connect the power cable into the SCD-120, the battery power will be automatically shut down.

Press the STANDBY button to turn on the unit.
To turn off, press the STANDBY button again.
With the SOURCE button you can select input source You can selected:
FM RADIO
CD
USB
BLUETOOTH
TAPE (CASSETTE)
AUDIO IN (AUX)

VOLUME CONTROL:
Rotate the VOLUME knob to change the volume.

FM RADIO

Adjusting the Antenna
The antenna at the rear panel of the unit should be fully extended to ensure a good FM reception. Alter the antenna position for the best reception.

FM RADIO OPERATION
Auto Scan

1.  Turn on the unit in FM mode.
2.  Press and hold the SCAN button to start auto-scanning and saving the available stations (max. 20 storage).

Manual Scan

1.  Press the button repeatedly to tune to a different frequency.
2.  Alternatively press and hold the button to automatically search to the next available station.

Storing FM Presets
You can save up to 20 FM stations.
To use the unit buttons to store the preset:

1.  Tune to the station you wish to store.
2.  To save it to the preset 1 or 2 or 3, press and hold the numeric button respectively. Then it will save to that preset number.
3.  To save it to other preset channel from 4 to 20, press and hold the numeric button “4+”. “NUMBER” will blink.
4.  Press the button to select the desired preset number to store.
5.  Press the PROGRAM button to store.

To use the remote control button to store the preset:

1.  Tune to the station you wish to store.
2.  Press and hold the MEMORY button, “NUMBER” will blink.
3.  Press the or button to select the desired preset number to store.
4.  Press the MEMORY button to store.

Recall Stored FM Presets
To use the unit buttons to recall the preset :

1.  To recall the preset channel 1 or 2 or 3, press the numeric button respectively. Then it will tune to that preset channel.
2.  To recall other preset channel from 4 to 20, press the numeric button “4+”.
3.  Press the button to select the desired preset number to recall.
4.  Wait till the station will start.

To use the remote control button to recall the preset:

1.  Press preset number on keypad for the desired preset number to recall.
2.  Press the ENTER button to store.

Stereo/Force Mono Selection
When receiving a Stereo FM radio station, press the button on the unit (or MONO/ST. button on the remote control) will switch between stereo audio and force mono audio.

CD/USB OPERATION

Loading and Playing CD Disc
Open the CD door. Install a disc with the CD label side facing up. Close the CD door. Press the SOURCE button to CD mode. After reading, the total number of tracks will be shown on the display and it will automatically start to play.

Reading and Playing USB Device
Insert a USB device into the USB input jack. Press the SOURCE button to USB mode. After reading the total number of tracks will be shown on the display. It will automatically start to play.

Play/Pause Control
To pause playback press the button. Press the button again to resume playback.

Stop Control
To stop playback press the button.

Skip Track
During playback press the button to skip to the previous or next track.

High Speed Music Search During playback press & hold the button to start high speed searching. When you release the or button normal speed playback will resume.

Repeat Play/Random Play
CD Disc mode
During playback press the REPEAT button once, the display shows “REP.ONE”. The current track will be played repeatedly. When pressing the REPEAT button again, the display shows “REP.ALL”. All tracks will be played repeatedly.
When pressing the REPEAT button again, the display shows “RANDOM”. All tracks will be played in random sequence. When pressing the REPEAT button again, the unit will resume to normal playback.

MP3 Disc or MP3 USB mode
During playback press the REPEAT button once, the display shows “REP.ONE”. The current track will be played repeatedly. When pressing the REPEAT button again, the display shows “REP.ALBUM”. All tracks in the current folder will be played repeatedly.
When pressing the REPEAT button again, the display shows “REP.ALL”. All tracks will be played repeatedly.
When pressing the REPEAT button again, the display shows “RANDOM”. All tracks will be played in random sequence. When pressing the REPEAT button again, the unit will resume to normal playback.

Programmed Playback
CD Disc mode
This unit can be programmed to play a sequence of tracks selected.

1.  In stop mode press the PROGRAM button, the display shows the program number and the track number.
2. Press the or button to select the desired track.
3. Press the PROGRAM button to save the desired track.
4.  Repeat steps 2-3 to store up to 30 programmed tracks.
5.  Press the button to start playing the programmed tracks.
6.  To clear the program play, press the button twice or change to another mode.
7.  During program play you can also do the “Repeat One” or “Repeat All” operation, however the random play is not supported.

MP3 Disc or MP3 USB mode

1. In stop mode press the PROGRAM button, the display shows the program number and the folder number.
2. Press the FOLDER button (or the FOLDER˄/FOLDER˅ button on the remote control) to select the desired folder.
3.  Press the PROGRAM button to save the desired folder.
4.  Press the or button to select the desired track.
5.  Press the PROGRAM button to save the desired track.
6.  Repeat steps 2-5 to store up to 99 programmed tracks.
7.  Press the button to start playing the programmed tracks.
8.  To clear the program play, press the button twice or change to another mode.
9.  During program play you can also do the “Repeat One” or “Repeat All” operation, however the random play is not supported.

Note:

• The USB port is only for playback purpose, NOT for external device charging
• Besides playing CDDA audio disc, the unit can also play MP3 file format in CD/USB operation. However, WMA file and others are not supported.
• If your USB device is loaded with MP3’s but the display keeps showing “NO” on the display, the format of your USB device might not be compatible with the unit.
• The unit supports USB version 1.1 and 2.0.
• The unit supports USB devices with capacity up to 32GB.
• The unit may not be compatible with all USB devices, this is not a problem of the unit.
• For MP3 playback, a maximum of 255 folders with a maximum of 999 files is supported.
• Due to the USB file read/write mechanism, the first file written to the usb device will be played first and the last file written will be played last. (The unit will not sort alphabetically)

Folder Select (MP3 file only)
During MP3 playback press the FOLDER button (or the FOLDER˄/FOLDER˅ button on the remote control) to change to the folder.
In stop mode press the FOLDER button (or the FOLDER˄/FOLDER˅ button on the remote control) to change to the folder. Then press the or button to select your desired track to play. Press the button to start track playback.

BLUETOOTH

Please follow the pairing instructions below to link the unit to your Bluetooth device.

1. Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to enter the Bluetooth mode. The display will show “BT AUDIO”. It will start searching and will display a flashing “BT AUDIO”.
2. If the unit has never been paired with a Bluetooth device before or cannot find the last paired device, the display and the Bluetooth status indicator will keep on flashing. Turn on the Bluetooth function of your device and enable the search until “Lenco SCD-120” is found. Select “Lenco SCD-120” on the Bluetooth device to make connection. Enter the pass code “0000” if required.
3.  After successfully paired the unit will display the steady “BT AUDIO”.
4.  You can now start playing music from your smartphone wirelessly to the speaker.
5.  You can press the button to pause or resume the playback.
6.  You can press the or button to search to the previous or next song.

Note:
Press and hold the PAIR button will disconnect the current connection and start to search another new Bluetooth device. This product has a bluetooth reception function, you cannot transmit any bluetooth sound with it (Bluetooth headset or earset don’t receive signal of the SCD-120): this means that you can receive wirelessly a bluetooth sound signal from an external source like a smartphone.

CASSETTE TAPE

Press the SOURCE button repeatedly to enter the Cassette tape mode. The display will show “TAPE”. The cassette control buttons are location at the top front of the unit.

1. Press the CASSETTE STOP/EJECT button to open the cassette tape door.
2. Insert the cassette tape and close the door firmly.
3. Press the CASSETTE PLAY button to playback.
4. Press the CASSETTE PAUSE button to pause the playback. To resume the playback, press the CASSETTE PAUSE button to release it.
5. To stop playback, press the CASSETTE STOP/EJECT button.
6. While it is in stop mode, press the CASSETTE FORWARD or REWIND button to forward or rewind the tape.
7. To open the cassette door during stop, press the CASSETTE STOP/EJECT button once.
8. To open the cassette door during playback, press the CASSETTE STOP/EJECT button twice.
9. To record, press the CASSETTE PLAY and RECORD button together.

NOTE:
Only type 1 Normal cassette tape can be used for recording. if there is tape slack, rewind the slack using a pencil to avoid damaging the tape or the unit .

On the back of the cassette are left and right tabs. This tab can be broken out. If this tab is broken out, it is no longer possible to record on that side of the cassette. When both tabs are removed, it is no longer possible to record to the cassette. The RECORD button then locks and cannot be pressed anymore.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

AUX IN
This allows you to connect the sound from an external player through your unit.

1. Plug a 3.5mm audio cable (not included) into your external player line out and the other end into the AUX IN jack.
2. Press the SOURCE button to enter AUX mode. Display shows “AUDIO IN”.
3.  Start your external player to play music.
4.  increase the volume of the external player
5.  The unit plays the sound.

EQ OPERATION/X BASS
You can enjoy different EQ sound effect modes. Press the EQUALIZER button on the remote control will change to different sound effects of FLAT/ROCK/CLASSIC/POP/VOCAL/JAZZ.
You can also boost the bass effect of the music. Press the X BASS button on the remote control will toggle the X Bass effect between ON and OFF.
Note:
When X-Bass is enabled, the EQ sound effect will be disabled. Pressing EQUALIZER button will only show X-Bass On without any EQ effect. To resume the EQ sound effect, press the X-BASS button to turn off first. The EQ sound had to be set again.

SLEEP FUNCTION

1. When the unit is switched on, press the SLEEP button on the remote control repeatedly to select a sleep duration from either SLEEP OFF, 90, 80, 70, 60, 50, 40, 30, 20 or 10 minutes.
2. When the sleep timer is zero, the unit will turn off automatically. To cancel the sleep function, press the STANDBY button to turn off the unit. Or press the SLEEP button repeatedly to select “SLEEP OFF”.

ENERGY SAVING
Due to ErP requirement and protect the environment, the unit will turn off to the standby mode automatically once no music has been playing around 15 minutes.
When the unit is power off due to ErP, you can press the STANDBY button to turn on the unit again.

FUNCTIONS REMOTE CONTROL

• Standby: Press the STANDBY button to turn on the unit. To turn off, press the STANDBY button again.
• Source: Selection of user function: FM-RADIO, CD, USB, BLUETOOTH, TAPE (CASSETTE), AUDIO IN (AUX).
• Equalizer: EQ setup: FLAT/ROCK/CLASSIC/POP/VOCAL/JAZZ.
• X-Bass: Super bass on/off.
• Sleep: Sleep time setup: 90-80-70-60-50-40-30-20-10 min.
• Mono/Stereo: Mono Stereo selection for FM radio only.
• Folder ˄˅: Folder selection for USB and MP3-CD.
• Memory: FM: program presets or recall presets.
• Tune ˅/tune ˄: CD/USB: track backward or next.
• FM: Freq. up/down with 50kHz.
• CH+/CH-: FM: Recall presets. CD/USB/BT: No function.
• Repeat : CD: Repeat one or Repeat all. USB: Repeat one, album or repeat all.
• Random: CD/USB: Random function on/off.
• BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS:
• CD/USB FUNCTIONS:
• VOLUME:
  VOL +: Volume up
  VOL -: Volume down

TROUBLE SHOOTING

No power

• Ensure that the mains cable is securely connected.
• Ensure that the unit is switched on.

The unit does not respond when pressing any buttons.

• Remove the batteries (when inserted) and remove the power cord for a minute. Then reinsert the batteries.

No sound output

• Turn up the volume.

I can’t find the Bluetooth name of this unit on my Bluetooth device for Bluetooth pairing

• Ensure that the unit is switched on.
• Ensure that the Bluetooth function is activated on your Bluetooth device.
• The unit has a Bluetooth function that can receive a signal within 10 metres.

Disc in place but the unit won’t play

• Ensure that the disc label is facing up.
• Ensure that the disc is clean.
• PAUSE mode may be activated, deactivate it.
• Disc may be dirty, check and clean the disc. If the disc is damaged, replace another undamaged one.

FM reception

• Ensure the antenna wire is fully extended.
• Electrical interference in your home can cause poor reception. Move the unit away from them (especially those with motors and transformers).

The unit switches off automatically during play

• Increase the volume level of your connected sound source (DVD player/TV etc.)

Sound interference coming from wireless devices in Speakers

• ove any wireless devices (mobile phone, Bluetooth device etc.) away from the unit.

TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• FM radio frequency range: 87.5-108 MHz
• Bluetooth frequency range: 2.402-2.480 GHz
• Bluetooth transmission power: 4 dBm
• AC power input: 230V~ 50Hz 25W
• Batteries operation: 6 x 1.5V “C” (UM-2), not supplied
• Speaker output power: 2 x 6 W
• Bluetooth: V5.0
• Aux in: 3.5mm stereo jack
• Headphone out: 3.5mm stereo jack
• Remote control battery: CR2025 x 1pcs
• Unit dimension (L x D x H): 390 x 228 x 138 mm
• Working Temperature: 0-45°C
• Total weight: 2.1 kg
• The specification presents only as a reference. The value of weight and size are approximations.
• Our product is improved ceaselessly and the specification and function may be changed without prior notice.

Guarantee

Lenco offers service and warranty in accordance to European law, which means that in case of repairs (both during and after the warranty period) you should contact your local dealer.
Important note: It is not possible to send products that need repairs to Lenco directly.
Important note: If this unit is opened or accessed by a nonofficial service center in any way, the warranty expires.
This device is not suitable for professional use. In case of professional use, all warranty obligations of the manufacturer will be voided.
Disclaimer
Updates to Firmware and/or hardware components are made regularly. Therefore some of the instruction, specifications and pictures in this documentation may differ slightly from your particular situation. All items described in this guide for illustration purposes only and may not apply to a particular situation. No legal right or entitlements may be obtained from the description made in this manual.
Disposal of the Old Device
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References

• Lenco.com | Officiële Lenco Webshop‎

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