Bose L1-PRO-16 User Manual

L1 Pro8 & L1 Pro16
Portable Line Array System
Owner's Guide
Important Safety Instructions
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Please read and keep all safety, security, and use instructions.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS
This symbol on the product means there is uninsulated, dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may present a risk of electrical shock.
This symbol on the product means there are important operating and maintenance instructions in this guide.
Contains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children under age 3.
This product contains magnetic material. Consult your physician on whether this might aect your implantable medical device.
Use at altitude less than 2000meters only.
• Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product.
• Do NOT use in vehicles or boats.
• Do NOT place the product in a confined space such as in a wall cavity or in an enclosed cabinet while in use.
• Do NOT place or install the bracket or product near any heat sources, such as fireplaces, radiators, heat registers or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do NOT place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or near the product.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do NOT expose the product to rain, liquids, or moisture.
• Do NOT expose this product to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on or near the product.
• Do NOT use a power inverter with this product.
• Provide an earth connection or ensure the socket outlet incorporates a protective earthing connection before connecting the plug to the mains socket outlet.
• Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Regulatory Information
The product, in accordance with the Ecodesign Requirements for Energy Related Products Directive 2009/125/EC, is in compliance with the following norm(s) or document(s): Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008, as amended by Regulation (EU) No. 801/2013.
Power Modes
Required Power State Information
Power consumption in specified power mode, at
230V/50Hz input
Time after which equipment is automatically
switched into mode
Power consumption in networked standby if all
wired network ports are connected and all wireless
network ports are activated, at 230V/50Hz input
Network port deactivation/activation procedures.
Deactivating all networks will enable standby
mode.
L1 Pro8 L1 Pro16
Dimensions (H ×W ×D)
Net Weight
Input Rating 100–240VAC, 1A, 50/60Hz 100–240VAC, 3A, 50/60Hz
Initial turn on inrush current 15.8A at 120V; 30.1A at 230V 15.7A at 120V; 28.4A at 230V
Inrush current after AC mains interruption of 5s
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between radiator and your body.
The product label is located on the bottom of the product. Model: L1 Pro8/L1 Pro16. The CMIIT ID is located on the bottom of the product.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) Information About Products That Generate Electrical Noise (FCC Compliance Notice for US)
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with part15 of the FCC Rules and with ISED Canada’s license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
200.5 ×31.8 ×44cm (78.9 ×12.5 ×17.3in)
17.3kg (38.2lb)
1.2A at 120V; 19.4A at 230V 2.4A at 120V; 8.1A at 230V
Standby
0.5 W N/A*
4 hours N/A*
*Product does not utilize a networked
standby mode for a Bluetooth®
connection and does not have the
ability to be configured to a network
via Wi-Fi® or Ethernet
201.2 ×35.5 ×45.6cm (79.2 ×14.0 ×18.0in)
22.9kg (50.6lb)
Networked
Standby
N/A*
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Important Safety Instructions
For Europe: Frequency band of operation 2400 to 2483.5 MHz. Maximum transmit power less than 20 dBm EIRP. Maximum transmit power is below regulatory limits such that SAR testing is not necessary and exempt per applicable regulations.
This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste, and should be delivered to an appropriate collection facility for recycling. Proper disposal and recycling helps protect natural resources, human health, and the environment. For more information on disposal and recycling of this product, contact your local municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought this product.
Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices
Article XII According to “Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices”, without permission by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, enhance transmitting power, or alter original characteristics, as well as performance, to an approved low power radio-frequency device.
Article XIV The low power radio-frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere with legal communications; If found, the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference is achieved. The said legal communications means radio communications in compliance with the Telecommunications Act.
The low power radio-frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference from legal communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices.
China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table
Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
Lead
Mercury
Part Name
PCBs X O O O O O Metal Parts X O O O O O Plastic Parts Speakers X O O O O O Cables X O O O O O This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/T 11364. O: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the
X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least
(Pb)
O O O O O O
homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
Cadmium
(Hg)
(Cd)
Hexavalent
(CR(VI))
Polybrominated
Biphenyl (PBB)
Polybrominated
diphenylether
(PBDE)
Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture;
“0” is 2010 or 2020. China Importer: Bose Electronics (Shanghai) Company Limited, Part C, Plant 9, No. 353 North
Riying Road, China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone
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Warranty Information
This product is covered by a limited warranty. For warranty details, visit global.bose.com/warranty.
Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table
Equipment name: L1 Pro8/L1 Pro16 Type designation: 431389L8 / 431389L16
Restricted substances and its chemical symbols
(Cd)
Hexavalent
chromium
(Cr+6)
Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB)
Lead
Mercury
Unit
PCBs − Metal Parts − Plastic Parts Speakers − Cables
Note 1:” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed
Note 2: The “−” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.
(Pb)
the percentage of reference value of presence.
Cadmium
(Hg)
○ ○
○ ○
Polybrominated diphenyl ethers
(PBDE)
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Contents
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Overview 5
Package Contents ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Optional Accessories ...............................................................................................................................................................................5
System Setup 6
Connections and Controls .....................................................................................................................................................................6
Assembling the System .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Connecting Power ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
AutoO/Low-power Standby ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
Connecting Sources .................................................................................................................................................................................8
Channel 1 & 2 Controls ..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Channel 3 Controls ............................................................................................................................................................................ 9
L1 Mix App Control ............................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Additional Adjustments ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Channel Mute ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Phantom Power ................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
System EQ ..........................................................................................................................................................................................10
System Setup Scenarios .........................................................................................................................................................................11
Solo Musician .......................................................................................................................................................................................11
Musician with Mobile Device ........................................................................................................................................................12
Band .......................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Musician with T8S Mixer .................................................................................................................................................................13
Musician Stereo with T4S Mixer ..................................................................................................................................................13
DJ Stereo ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
DJ with Sub1 ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Musician Dual Mono .........................................................................................................................................................................15
Musician with S1 Pro Monitor .......................................................................................................................................................15
Care & Maintenance 16
Cleaning Your L1 Pro ...............................................................................................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................................................................16
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Overview

Package Contents

L1 Pro8 L1 Pro16
Overview

Optional Accessories

L1 Pro8 System Bag
L1 Pro16 System Roller Bag
L1 Pro8/Pro16 Slip cover
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System Setup

MUTE MUTE MUTE
PUSH
VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
REVERB
VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
REVERB
VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
TREBLE
BASS
REVERB
VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
REVERB
VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
SYSTEM EQ
INST INST
OFF
SPEECH
System Setup

Connections and Controls

q w
e
r
t
y u
i
o
h
g
f
d
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q Channel Parameter Control: Adjust the level of
volume, treble, bass, or reverb for your desired channel. Press the control to switch between parameters; rotate the control to adjust the level of your selected parameter.
w Signal/Clip Indicator: The LED will illuminate
green when a signal is present and will illuminate red when the signal is clipping or the system is entering limiting. Reduce the channel or signal volume to prevent signal clipping or limiting.
e Channel Mute: Mute the output of an individual
channel. Press the button to mute the channel. While muted, the button will illuminate white.
r Channel ToneMatch Button: Select the
ToneMatch preset for an individual channel. Use MIC for microphones and use INST for acoustic guitar. The corresponding LED will illuminate white while selected.
t Channel Input: Analog input for connecting
microphone (XLR), instrument (TS unbalanced), or line level (TRS balanced) cables.
y Phantom Power: Press the button to apply 48-
volt power to channels 1 and 2. The LED will illuminate white while phantom power is applied.
u USB Port: USB-C connector for Bose service use.
Note: This port is not compatible with Thunderbolt 3 cables.
i XLR Line Output: Use an XLR cable to connect
the line-level output to a Sub1/Sub2 or another bass module.
o ToneMatch Port: Connect your L1 Pro to a T4S or
T8S ToneMatch mixer via a ToneMatch cable.
CAUTION: Do not connect to a computer or phone network.
a Power Input: IEC power cord connection. s Standby Button: Press the button to power on
the L1 Pro. The LED will illuminate white while the system is on.
d System EQ: Press the button to scroll through
and select a master EQ suitable for the use case. The corresponding LED will illuminate white while selected.
f TRS Line Input: Use a 6.4-millimeter (¼-inch) TRS
cable to connect line-level audio sources.
g Aux Line Input: Use a 3.5-millimeter (⅛-inch) TRS
cable to connect line-level audio sources.
h Bluetooth® Pair Button: Set up pairing with
Bluetooth capable devices. The LED will flash
a
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blue while the L1 Pro is discoverable and illuminate solid white when a device is paired for streaming.
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