Bose L1 Model II User guide

APPLICATION GUIDE
Bose Professional Systems Division
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L1®Model II system L1®Model I system L1®Compact system
Positioning Our best sound coverage with easy transport and setup. Our versatile, original system provides wide,uniform
coverage and includes four integrated inputs.
Our smallest, lightest and easiest-to-set-up L1 system,
weighing just 29 pounds.
Audience size For smaller to larger spaces with audiences of up to 500. For smaller spaces with audiences of up to 100.
Acoustic performance Bose Spatial Dispersion™system technology delivers sound evenly across the stage and throughout the audience — even off to the extreme sides.
The L1 Model I and L1 Model II systems project sound waves forward and to the sides at nearly 180 degrees and with little vertical dispersion,
reducing unwanted room reverberation.
Amplified sound is spread more evenly across the stage and into the audience.The volume level drops off much more slowly than with a conven-
tional speaker.
Bose Spatial Dispersion™system technology delivers sound evenly
across the stage and throughout the
audience – even off to the extreme sides.
The L1 Compact loudspeaker array is smaller than those in the L1
Model I and Model II systems, yet produces comparable horizontal
sound coverage. The L1 Model I and Model II systems project sound
further and with less volume drop-off than the L1 Compact system.
Coverage 180° H x 0° V 180° H x 40° V
Bass Modular Bass. Add B1 bass modules when additional low-frequency output is required. The L1 Compact system features an integrated bass speaker in the
power stand and is not compatible with the B1 bass module.
I/O One analog input channel in the power stand. Four
additional ToneMatch®channels are available by adding the
optional T1 ToneMatch audio engine.
Two integrated ToneMatch®channels with more than 90 selectable pre-
sets for a variety of popular microphones and instruments; two additional
input channels for other audio sources and portable media players.
Compatible with the T1 ToneMatch audio engine –
T1 power supply required.
Two integrated ToneMatch®channels with fixed presets: one for a
handheld microphone and one for an acoustic guitar.
Compatible with the T1 ToneMatch audio engine –
T1 power supply required.
System includes L1 Model II system power stand with carry bag.•
L1 Model II Cylindrical Radiator• ®loudspeakers with
carry bag.
B1 bass module with cable and slipcover.•
T1 ToneMatch audio engine and cable.•
T1 ToneMatch audio engine protective cover and•
carrying bag.
T1 ToneMatch audio engine mounting bar and carriage.•
L1 Model I system power stand with carry bag.•
L1 Model I Cylindrical Radiator• ®loudspeakers with
carry bag.
B1 bass module with cable and slipcover.•
R1 remote and cable.•
L1 Compact system power stand with slipcover.•
L1 Compact loudspeaker array.•
L1 Compact system extensions with carry bag.•
The Bose®L1 portable line array systems use
proprietary technology to deliver clear, power-
ful sound throughout the entire listening area
– even off to the extreme sides.
L1®PORTABLE LINE ARRAY SYSTEMS
Quick Comparison Overview

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Venue Recommended
System Possible Applications (by audience size)
Education
Classrooms•
Auditoriums•
Gymnasiums•
Cafeterias•
Outdoors•
L1®Compact system
Small sized audience up to 100 people
Augmented audio for
viewing a movie Presenting audio from a PC Listening to a blog or podcast
Audio augmentation for a
SMART Board™ interactive
whiteboard
L1®Model I or L1®Model II system
Large sized audience up to 500 people
Rallies, sporting events,
speeches
Plays and indoor
performances
Announcements and music
at practices
Emergency
preparedness drills
Hospitality
Ballrooms•
Conference rooms•
Meeting rooms•
Hotel common areas•
L1®Compact system
Small sized audience up to 100 people Special Event, anniversary, other Business presentation
L1®Model I or L1®Model II system
Large sized audience up to 500 people
Presentation or speech at a
banquet or corporate meeting Bookstore cafe Conference room meeting Outdoor cocktail party
Houses of
Worship
Indoor public address•
Lobby and hallways•
Youth rooms•
Cafe/Bookstore•
Classrooms and offices•
Portable church•
L1®Compact system
Small sized audience up to 100 people
Secondary PA for retreats
and mission work
Secondary PA or backline for
worship band, PA for youth
events/programs
Activity room/small function
room Memorial services
L1®Model I or L1®Model II system
Large sized audience up to 500 people Secondary PA for music worship, etc. Raffles, bingo games, or other events
Business
and Civic
Offices•
Public address•
Training/classes•
Meetings•
L1®Compact system
Small sized audience up to 100 people
Public speaking,
announcement
Corporate
presentations Training and demonstration Exercise/fitness classes
(karate, dance, aerobics, etc.)
L1®Model I or L1®Model II system
Large sized audience up to 500 people Outdoor community events Community theater Fitness center gymnasium Radio remote broadcast at a
large concert or event
Military
and Law
Enforcement
Indoor events•
Outdoor events•
Training•
L1®Compact system
Small sized audience up to 100 people
Briefings, press events, and
training exercises Municipal auctions Portable crowd control or public address
L1®Model I or L1®Model II system
Large sized audience up to 500 people Training exercises Outdoor municipal auctions Crowd control
Consumer
Parties•
Outdoor events•
General music/voice•
amplification
L1®Compact system
Small sized audience up to 100 people
Backyard parties, special
family events Football parking lot tailgating Karaoke parties at home DJ amplification
L1®Model I or L1®Model II system
Large sized audience up to 500 people Outdoor amateur sports events Theatrical production Soundstage/sound effect
(SFX)
The Bose®L1 portable line array systems' combination of performance, portability and easy setup makes them an ideal solution for many situations.
L1®PORTABLE LINE ARRAY SYSTEMS

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L1®Compact
portable line array system
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 100
The Bose®L1 Compact portable line array system combines conventional PA and monitors
into one sleek unit. Positioned behind or to the side of a performer, DJ or presenter, it
delivers wide, even sound coverage throughout the stage area and audience — even off
to the extreme sides.
The systems' power stand features an integrated mixer that can accommodate a microphone,
portable audio devices, or musical instrument. Channel 1 contains a hard-wired ToneMatch®
preset which is optimized for use with a handheld microphone. Channel 2 offers one 1/8"
stereo input, one RCA stereo input, and one 1/4" instrument input with a selectable Tone-
Match preset for use with an acoustic guitar.
The L1 Compact system is well-suited for a variety of
applications such as music playback, speeches and A/V sound
reproduction.
The L1 Compact system can be operated in one of two modes:
Collapsed Tabletop
For smaller gatherings and meetings
Extended Position
For larger audiences
Sound Coverage
Collapsed Tabletop
TOP
TOP
SIDE
SIDE
Extended Position
Collapsed Tabletop Extended Position

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Application example 1 — Voice Amplification
TV DVD/video MP3 player Laptop/PC Microphone Instrument
SMART Board
interactive whiteboard
Projector
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 100
Applications
Secondary PA for retreats
and mission work, youth room
Memorial services
Public speaking/announcement
Corporate presentations
Training and demonstration
Briefings, press events, and
training exercises
Municipal auctions
Portable crowd control or
public address
Football parking lot tailgating
L1 Compact system

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Application example 2 — Music or Audio Playback
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 100
Applications
Presenting audio from a PC
Listening to a blog or podcast
Business presentation
Backyard parties, special
family events
L1 Compact system
or
TV DVD/video MP3 player Laptop/PC Microphone Instrument
SMART Board
interactive whiteboard
Projector

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Application example 3 — Voice Amplification with Music or Audio Playback
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 100
Applications
Special Event, anniversary, other
Business presentation (in a small
ballroom or conference space)
Exercise/fitness classes
(karate, dance, aerobics, etc.)
Activity room/small
function room
Backyard parties/special
family events
Karaoke parties at home
DJ amplification
L1 Compact system
or
TV DVD/video MP3 player Laptop/PC Microphone Instrument
SMART Board
interactive whiteboard
Projector

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Application example 4 — Audio Playback with Video
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 100
Applications
Audio augmentation for a
SMART Board interactive
whiteboard
Family movie night outdoors
L1 Compact system
oror or
TV DVD/video MP3 player Laptop/PC Microphone Instrument
SMART Board
interactive whiteboard
Projector

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Application example 5 — Voice Amplification with Music or Audio Playback and
Musical Instrument
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 100
Applications
Secondary PA or backline
for worship band
Bookstore cafe
Memorial services
Backyard parties/special
family events
L1 Compact system
or
TV DVD/video MP3 player Laptop/PC Microphone Instrument
SMART Board
interactive whiteboard
Projector

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Sound Coverage
L1®Model I
TOP
TOP
SIDE
SIDE
L1®Model II
L1®Model I and L1®Model II
portable line array systems
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 500
The Bose®L1 Model I and L1 Model II portable line array systems are unique, all-in-one
systems that deliver clear, powerful sound across the stage and
throughout small to medium-sized venues. L1 Model I and L1 Model II
systems can be used in venues with low stages or no stage at all.
The L1 Model I offers the versatility of four integrated inputs; while the
L1 Model II is a lightweight and modular system that fits easily into a
car trunk and takes just a few minutes to set up.
L1®Model I
Eliminate conventional monitors, mixers and PA systems.
Four-channel mixer provides two mic/line input channels (1 and 2) that
accept XLR and ¼" TRS connections.
L1®Model II
Easy transport and setup.
Includes one analog input channel in the power stand. Four additional
ToneMatch®channels are available by adding
the optional T1 ToneMatch audio engine.
T1 ToneMatch®Audio Engine
The addition of a T1 ToneMatch Audio Engine to any of the L1
systems provides four input channels with independent selection
of ToneMatch presets and effects, including customized ToneMatch
presets for a variety of popular microphones and instruments.
L1®Model I
L1®Model II
T1 ToneMatch®
Audio Engine

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Application example 1 — Voice Amplification
Applications
Plays and indoor performances
Emergency preparedness drills
Raffles, bingo games, or other
events
Training exercises
Outdoor municipal auctions
Crowd control
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 500
L1 Model I system
L1 Model II system
m
T1 ToneMatch®
Audio Engine
TV DVD/video MP3 player Laptop/PC Microphone Instrument
SMART Board
interactive whiteboard
Projector

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Application example 2 — Music or Audio Playback
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 500
Applications
Outdoor cocktail party
Soundstage/sound effect (SFX)
L1 Model I system
L1 Model II system
m
1/4 in.
3.5 mm
or
3.5 mm
(mono)
1/4 in.
or
TV DVD/video MP3 player Laptop/PC Microphone Instrument
SMART Board
interactive whiteboard
Projector

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Application example 3 — Voice Amplification with Music or Audio Playback
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 500
Applications
Rallies, sporting events, speeches
Announcements and music
at practices
Presentation or speech at a
banquet or corporate meeting
Conference room meeting
Outdoor community events
Community theater
Fitness center gymnasium
Radio remote broadcast at a
large concert or event
Outdoor amateur sports events
Theatrical production
L1 Model I system
L1 Model II system
m
T1 ToneMatch®
Audio Engine
1/4 in.
3.5 mm
or
or
1/4 in.
3.5 mm
TV DVD/video MP3 player Laptop/PC Microphone Instrument
SMART Board
interactive whiteboard
Projector

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Application example 4 — Voice Amplification with Music or Audio Playback and
Musical Instrument
L1®SYSTEMS FOR AUDIENCE SIZE: up to 500
Applications
Secondary PA for music
worship, etc.
Community theater
Announcements and music
at practices
Plays and indoor performances
L1 Model I system
L1 Model II system
m
T1 ToneMatch®
Audio Engine
1/4 in.
3.5 mm
or
or
1/4 in.
3.5 mm
TV DVD/video MP3 player Laptop/PC Microphone Instrument
SMART Board
interactive whiteboard
Projector
SMART Board is a trademark of SMART Technologies ULC.