L1 Pro8 & L1 Pro16
Portable Line Array System
Owner's Guide
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Important Safety Instructions
Please read and keep all safety, security, and use instructions.
Important Safety Instructions
Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and
all other applicable EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of
conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance.
This product conforms to all applicable Electromagnetic Compatibility
Regulations 2016 and all other applicable UK regulations. The complete
declaration of conformity can be found at: www.Bose.com/compliance.
Bose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the
essential requirements per Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 and all other
applicable UK regulations. The complete declaration of conformity can be found
at: www.Bose.com/compliance.
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 ampliers) 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 t 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 specied by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied 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 qualied 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 affect your implantable medical device.
Use at altitude less than 2000meters only.
• Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product.
• Do NOT use in vehicles or boats.
• Do NOT place the product in a conned 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 replaces,
radiators, heat registers or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
• Keep the product away from re and heat sources. Do NOT place naked ame sources,
such as lighted candles, on or near the product.
• To reduce the risk of re 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 lled 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
Product Power State Table
The product, in accordance with the Ecodesign Requirements for Energy Related Products
Directive 2009/125/EC and the Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products and Energy Information
(Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020, is in compliance with the following norm(s) or
document(s): Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008, as amended by Regulation (EU) No. 801/2013.
Required Power State Information
Power Modes
Standby
Networked
Standby
Power consumption in specied power mode, at
230V/50Hz input
≤ 0.5 W N/A*
Time after which equipment is automatically
switched into mode
4 hours N/A*
Power consumption in networked standby if all
wired network ports are connected and all wireless
network ports are activated, at 230V/50Hz input
N/A*
Network port deactivation/activation procedures.
Deactivating all networks will enable standby mode.
*Product does not utilize a networked
standby mode for a Bluetooth®
connection and does not have the
ability to be congured to a network
via Wi-Fi® or Ethernet
L1 Pro8 L1 Pro16
Dimensions (H ×W ×D)
200 ×31.7 ×45.6cm
(78.7 ×12.5 ×17.9in)
201.1 ×35.5 ×45.6cm
(79.2 ×14.0 ×18.0in)
Net Weight
17.4kg
(38.2lb)
23.0kg
(50.6lb)
Input Rating 100–240VAC, 1A, 50/60Hz 100–240VAC, 3A, 50/60Hz
Initial turn on inrush
current
15.8A at 120V; 30.1A at 230V 15.7A at 120V; 28.4A at 230V
Inrush current after AC
mains interruption of 5s
1.2A at 120V; 19.4A at 230V 2.4A at 120V; 8.1A at 230V
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: 431389L8 / 431389L16. 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
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Important Safety Instructions
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 off 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 different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with part15 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.
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 inuence 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.
Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements
Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements
Part Name
Lead
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
(CR(VI))
Polybrominated
Biphenyl (PBB)
Polybrominated
diphenylether
(PBDE)
PCBs X O O O O O
Metal Parts X O O O O O
Plastic
Parts
O O O O O O
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
homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement of
GB/T 26572.
X: Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least
one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit
requirement of GB/T 26572.
Equipment name: L1 Pro8/L1 Pro16 Type designation: 431389L8 / 431389L16
Restricted substances and its chemical symbols
Unit
Lead
(Pb)
Mercury
(Hg)
Cadmium
(Cd)
Hexavalent
chromium
(Cr+6)
Polybrominated
biphenyls (PBB)
Polybrominated
diphenyl ethers
(PBDE)
PCBs −
○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Metal Parts −
○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Plastic
Parts
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Speakers −
○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Cables −
○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Note 1: “○” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed
the percentage of reference value of presence.
Note 2: The “−” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.
Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture;
“0” is 2010 or 2020.
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Minhang District, Shanghai 201100 | Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The
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y 223, Colonia Lomas de Chapultepec V Sección, Miguel Hidalgo, Ciudad de México, C.P. 11000
Phone Number: +5255 (5202) 3545 | Bose Limited (H.K.), 9F., No.10, Sec. 3, Minsheng E. Road,
Zhongshan Dist. Taipei City 10480, Phone Number: +886-2-2514 7676 | Bose Limited, Bose House,
Quayside Chatham Maritime, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4QZ, United Kingdom
Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639
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Contents
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
Bose 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
Overview
Package Contents
L1 Pro8 L1 Pro16
Optional Accessories
• L1 Pro8 System Bag
• L1 Pro16 System Roller Bag
• L1 Pro8/Pro16 Slip cover
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System Setup
System Setup
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 buon to mute the channel. While muted, the
buon will illuminate white.
r Channel ToneMatch Buon: 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 buon 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 Buon: Press the buon to power on the L1 Pro.
The LED will illuminate white while the system is on.
d System EQ: Press the buon 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 (1/4-inch) TRS cable
to connect line-level audio sources.
g Aux Line Input: Use a 3.5-millimeter (1/8-inch) TRS cable
to connect line-level audio sources.
h Bluetooth® Pair Buon: Set up pairing with Bluetooth
capable devices. The LED will flash blue while the L1 Pro
is discoverable and illuminate solid white when a device
is paired for streaming.
SYSTEM EQ
PHANTOM
LINE OUT
1
23
MIC
INST
OFF
OFF
LIVE
MUSIC
SPEECH
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT INPUT AUX
VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
REVERB
VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
REVERB
VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
MUTE MUTE MUTE
PUSH
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Connections and Controls
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System Setup
Assembling the System
L1 Pro8
L1 Pro16
Mid-high array
Array extension
Before connecting the system to a
power source, assemble the system
using the array extension and mid-
high array.
1. Insert the array extension into
the subwoofer power stand.
2. Insert the mid-high array into the
array extension.
The L1 Pro8/Pro16 can be
assembled without using the
array extension; the mid-high
array can be connected directly to
the subwoofer power stand. This
configuration is most useful when
on an elevated stage to be sure
the mid-high array is at ear level.
Subwoofer
power stand
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System Setup
Connecting Power
1. Plug the power cord into the Power Input on the L1 Pro.
2. Plug the other end of the power cord into a live
electrical outlet.
Note: Do not power on the system until after you've
connected your sources. See Connecting Sources below.
3. Press the Standby Buon. The LED will illuminate
white while the system is on.
Note: Press and hold the Standby Buon for 10 seconds to
reset the system to factory seings.
AutoO/Low-power Standby
After four hours of no use, the L1 Pro will enter AutoO/
Low-power Standby mode to save power. To wake the
system from AutoO/Low-power Standby mode, press the
Standby Buon.
Note: Disable AutoO/Low-power Standby mode by
pressing and holding all three Channel Parameter Controls for 10 seconds, or via the Seings page in the Bose app. Enable
AutoO/Low-power Standby mode by repeating this step. Disabling AutoO/Low-power Standby mode will result in higher
energy usage when the L1 Pro is not in use.
q w e
Connecting Sources
Channel 1 & 2 Controls
Channel 1 and 2 are for use with microphones, guitars, keyboards, or other
instruments. The channel inputs are suitable for a wide range of input types
and will have the proper gain staging to minimize noise when the channel
volume is set for the desired output level.
1. Connect your sound source to the Channel Input with the
appropriate cable.
2. Apply a ToneMatch preset—to optimize the sound of your microphone or
instrument—by pressing the Channel ToneMatch Buon until the LED
for your chosen preset is illuminated. Use MIC for microphones and use
INST for acoustic guitars and other instruments. Use OFF if you do not
want to apply a preset.
Note: Use the Bose app to choose custom presets from the ToneMatch
library. The corresponding LED will illuminate green when a custom
preset is selected.
3. Press the Channel Parameter Control to choose a parameter to modify.
The parameter name will illuminate white while it is selected.
4. Rotate the Channel Parameter Control to adjust the level of the selected
parameter. The parameter LED will indicate the level of the
selected parameter.
Note: While Reverb is selected, press and hold the control for two
seconds to mute the reverb. While reverb is muted, Reverb will flash
white. To unmute reverb, press and hold for two seconds while Reverb is
selected. Reverb mute will reset when the system is powered o.
INPUT
q w
e
r
MIC
INST
OFF
VOLUME
T
T
R
R
EB
EB
L
L
E
E
BA
BA
S
S
S
S
R
R
E
E
V
V
E
E
R
R
B
B
VOLUME
T
T
R
R
EB
EB
L
L
E
E
BA
BA
S
S
S
S
R
R
E
E
V
V
E
E
R
R
B
B
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System Setup
Channel 3 Controls
Channel 3 is for use with Bluetooth® enabled devices and line-level audio inputs.
Bluetooth Pairing
The following steps describe how to manually connect a Bluetooth enabled device to stream audio.
You can use the Bose app to access additional device control. For more information on the Bose app, see Bose App
Control below.
1. Turn on the Bluetooth feature on your mobile device.
2. Press and hold the Bluetooth Pair Buon for two seconds. When ready to pair, the LED will flash blue.
3. Your L1 Pro will be visible in your device list on your mobile device. Select your L1 Pro from the device list. When the device
pairs successfully, the LED will illuminate solid white.
BLUETOOTH
Bose L1 Pro8
Note: Some notifications may be audible through the system while in use. To prevent this, disable notifications on your
connected device. Enable airplane mode to prevent call/message notifications from interrupting audio.
TRS Line Input
A mono input. Use a 6.4-millimeter (1/4-inch) TRS cable to connect line-level audio sources, such as mixers or
instrument eects.
Aux Line Input
A stereo input. Use a 3.5-millimeter (1/8-inch) TRS cable to connect a line-level audio source, such as mobile devices or laptops.
Bose App Control
Download the Bose app for additional device control and audio streaming. Once downloaded, follow the instructions in the
app to connect your L1 Pro. For specific information on how to use the Bose app, see the in-app help.
Features
• Adjust channel volume
• Adjust channel mixer parameters
• Adjust system EQ
• Enable channel mute
• Enable reverb mute
• Enable phantom power
• Access to ToneMatch preset library
• Save scenes
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Additional Adjustments
Channel Mute
Press the Channel Mute to mute the audio for an individual channel. While a channel is muted, the
buon will illuminate white. Press the buon again to unmute the channel.
Phantom Power
Press the Phantom Power buon to apply 48-volt power to channels 1 and 2. The LED will
illuminate white while phantom power is applied. Apply phantom power when using a condenser
microphone. Press the buon again to turn o phantom power.
Note: Phantom power will only aect sources connected to a Channel Input using an XLR cable.
System EQ
Select your system EQ by pressing the System EQ buon until the
corresponding LED for your desired EQ illuminates white. Choose between OFF,
LIVE, MUSIC, and SPEECH. Your chosen EQ will stay selected when you power
o and power on your L1 Pro.
Note: The system EQ aects subwoofer/mid-high array audio only. System EQ
does not aect XLR Line Output audio.
MUTE
MUTE
PHANTOM
PHANTOM
SYSTEM EQ
OFF
LIVE
MUSIC
SPEECH
SYSTEM EQ
OFF
LIVE
MUSIC
SPEECH
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System Setup
System Setup Scenarios
The L1 Pro8/Pro16 system can be placed on the floor or on an elevated stage. When using the system on an
elevated stage, assemble your system without the array extension (see Assembling the System on page 7).
WARNING: Do not place the equipment in an unstable location. The equipment could become
unstable leading to a hazardous condition, which could result in injury.
L1 Pro8 L1 Pro16
Floor
Stage
MUTE MUTE
1
2
MIC
INST
OFF
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT INPUT
Solo Musician
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System Setup
MUTE MUTE MUTE
1
23
MIC
INST
OFF
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT INPUT AUX
MUTE MUTE MUTE
PHANTOM
1
23
MIC
INST
OFF
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT INPUT AUX
Band
Musician with Mobile Device
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System Setup
Musician with T8S Mixer
Musician Stereo with T4S Mixer
PUSH
PUSH PUSH
ToneMatch Cable
ToneMatch Cable ToneMatch Cable
78
R
POWER
LMAIN OUT
PUSH
R
POWER
LMAIN OUT
43
PUSH PUSH
Note: T8S left channel audio is delivered only.
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System Setup
DJ Stereo
DJ with Sub1
L R
LINE OUT
LINE IN 1
*Alternate Connection
This scenario may require a
specialized cable or adapter.
Connect a TRS cable to the TRS
Line Input to allow for a wider
range of volume control.
MUTE MUTE MUTE
1
23
MIC
INST
OFF
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT INPUT AUX
*Alternate Connection
This scenario may require a
specialized cable or adapter.
Connect a TRS cable to the TRS
Line Input to allow for a wider
range of volume control.
MUTE MUTE MUTE
1
23
MIC
INST
OFF
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT INPUT AUX
*
*
*
Note: For proper Sub1/Sub2 seings, see the Sub1/Sub2 owner's guide at GLOBAL.BOSE.COM.
MUTE
1
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT
MUTE
1
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT
MUTE
1
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT
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System Setup
Musician Dual Mono
Musician with S1 Pro Monitor
LINE OUT
LINE OUT
MUTE MUTE
1
2
MIC
INST
OFF
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT INPUT
MUTE MUTE
1
2
MIC
INST
OFF
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT INPUT
*Alternate Connection
This scenario requires a specialized
cable or adapter. Connect a TRS
cable to the TRS Line Input to
allow for a wider range of volume
control.
MUTE MUTE MUTE
1
23
MIC
INST
OFF
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT INPUT AUX
*Alternate Connection
This scenario requires a specialized
cable or adapter. Connect a TRS
cable to allow for a wider range of
volume control.
INPUT
*
*
MUTE
1
MIC
INST
OFF
INPUT
INPUT
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Care & Maintenance
Care & Maintenance
Cleaning Your L1 Pro
Clean the product enclosure using only a soft, dry cloth. If necessary, carefully vacuum the grille of the L1 Pro.
CAUTION: Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives.
CAUTION: Do not use any sprays near the product or allow liquids to spill into any openings.
Troubleshooting
Problem What to do
No power • Make sure you have power at the AC outlet. Try operating a lamp or other equipment
from the same AC outlet or test the outlet using an AC outlet tester.
No sound • Make sure your L1 Pro is turned on.
• Make sure your instrument is plugged into the Channel Input.
• Make sure the volume is turned up on your source.
• Make sure the volume is turned up on the L1 Pro.
• Make sure the L1 Pro isn't in AutoO/Low-power Standby mode.
• Plug your instrument into a dierent amplifier to make sure the source is working.
• Make sure the Channel Mute buon is not engaged.
Standby LED is flashing red
(thermal fault)
• Turn o the L1 Pro and wait 30 minutes before turning it back on.
• Move the L1 Pro to a cooler location.
• Move the L1 Pro to a location that has more ventilation.
Standby LED is solid red
(system fault)
• Contact Bose customer service. Visit worldwide.Bose.com/contact.
With nothing plugged into
the L1 Pro, a light hum or
buzz is heard
• Using an AC outlet tester, test the AC outlet the L1 Pro is plugged into for reversed or
open (hot, neutral, and/or ground) contacts.
• If using an extension cord, plug the L1 Pro directly into the outlet.
Instrument or audio source
sounds distorted
• Turn down volume on the source.
• Turn down channel volume.
• Try a dierent source or instrument.
Microphone is encountering
feedback
• Turn down channel volume.
• Orient the microphone so that it is not pointing directly at the L1 Pro.
• Try a dierent microphone.
• Try a dierent position for the L1 Pro and/or vocalist on stage.
• Increase the distance from the L1 Pro to the microphone.
• If using a vocal eects processor, make sure it is not contributing to the
feedback problem.
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Care & Maintenance
Problem What to do
Paired Bluetooth® device
will not connect to the
loudspeaker
• If your paired device requires a passcode, make sure the one you entered is correct.
• Make sure Bluetooth® functionality is turned on or enabled on your source device.
• Your Bluetooth device may be out of range; try moving it closer to the L1 Pro.
• If possible, turn o all other nearby Bluetooth devices or disable their
Bluetooth functionality.
• Clear the loudspeaker memory or pair to a new device by pressing and holding the
Bluetooth Pair Buon for ten seconds. Delete the L1 Pro from the Bluetooth device's
memory. Pair the Bluetooth device with the L1 Pro again.
• Turn the power o and back on; then try re-pairing your device.
Excessive hum when daisy-
chaining multiple units
• Ensure the volume on the daisy-chained unit(s) is not set too high.
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