L1 Pro8 & L1 Pro16

Portable Line Array System

Owner's Guide
Important Safety Instructions PRO.BOSE.COM

Please read and keep all safety, security, and use instructions. Regulatory Information
The product, in accordance with the Ecodesign Requirements for Energy Related Products
Important Safety Instructions
Directive 2009/125/EC, is in compliance with the following norm(s) or document(s): Regulation
B ose Corporation hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the
(EC) No. 1275/2008, as amended by Regulation (EU) No. 801/2013.
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. Power Modes
1. Read these instructions. Required Power State Information Networked
Standby
2. Keep these instructions. Standby
3. Heed all warnings.
Power consumption in specified power mode, at
4. Follow all instructions. ≤ 0.5 W N/A*
230V/50Hz input
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth. Time after which equipment is automatically
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s 4 hours N/A*
switched into mode
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other Power consumption in networked standby if all
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. wired network ports are connected and all wireless N/A*
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized network ports are activated, at 230V/50Hz input
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 *Product does not utilize a networked
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for Network port deactivation/activation procedures. standby mode for a Bluetooth®
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Deactivating all networks will enable standby connection and does not have the
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, mode. ability to be configured to a network
convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits from the apparatus.
via Wi-Fi® or Ethernet
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. L1 Pro8 L1 Pro16
200.5 × 31.8 × 44 cm 201.2 × 35.5 × 45.6 cm
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Dimensions (H × W × D)
(78.9 × 12.5 × 17.3 in) (79.2 × 14.0 × 18.0 in)
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 17.3 kg 22.9 kg
Net Weight
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or (38.2 lb) (50.6 lb)
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Input Rating 100–240 VAC, 1 A, 50/60 Hz 100–240 VAC, 3 A, 50/60 Hz
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS 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
T his symbol on the product means there is uninsulated, dangerous voltage within
the product enclosure that may present a risk of electrical shock. Inrush current after AC
1.2 A at 120 V; 19.4 A at 230 V 2.4 A at 120 V; 8.1 A at 230 V
mains interruption of 5 s
T his symbol on the product means there are important operating and maintenance
instructions in this guide. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between
radiator and your body.
C ontains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children The product label is located on the bottom of the product.
under age 3. 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)
T his product contains magnetic material. Consult your physician on whether this NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
might affect your implantable medical device. 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,
Use at altitude less than 2000 meters only. 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
• Do NOT make unauthorized alterations to this product. the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
• Do NOT use in vehicles or boats. more of the following measures:
• Do NOT place the product in a confined space such as in a wall cavity or in an enclosed • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
cabinet while in use. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Do NOT place or install the bracket or product near any heat sources, such as fireplaces, • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
radiators, heat registers or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. receiver is connected.
• Keep the product away from fire and heat sources. Do NOT place naked flame sources, • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
such as lighted candles, on or near the product.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bose Corporation could void the user’s
• To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do NOT expose the product to rain, liquids,
or moisture. authority to operate this equipment.
• Do NOT expose this product to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with ISED Canada’s license-exempt
liquids, such as vases, on or near the product. RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
• Do NOT use a power inverter with this product. cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
• Provide an earth connection or ensure the socket outlet incorporates a protective interference that may cause undesired operation.
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.

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For Europe: Date of Manufacture: The eighth digit in the serial number indicates the year of manufacture;
Frequency band of operation 2400 to 2483.5 MHz. “0” is 2010 or 2020.
Maximum transmit power less than 20 dBm EIRP. China Importer: Bose Electronics (Shanghai) Company Limited, Part C, Plant 9, No. 353 North
Maximum transmit power is below regulatory limits such that SAR testing is not necessary and Riying Road, China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone
exempt per applicable regulations. EU Importer: Bose Products B.V., Gorslaan 60, 1441 RG Purmerend, The Netherlands
This symbol means the product must not be discarded as household waste, and Mexico Importer: Bose de México, S. de R.L. de C.V. , Paseo de las Palmas 405-204, Lomas de
should be delivered to an appropriate collection facility for recycling. Proper Chapultepec, 11000 México, D.F. For service or importer information, call +5255 (5202) 3545
disposal and recycling helps protect natural resources, human health, and the
Taiwan Importer: Bose Taiwan Branch, 9F-A1, No. 10, Section 3, Minsheng East Road, Taipei
environment. For more information on disposal and recycling of this product,
City 104, Taiwan. Phone Number: +886-2-2514 7676
contact your local municipality, disposal service, or the shop where you bought
this product. Bose Corporation Headquarters: 1-877-230-5639
Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the U.S. and other
countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
Article XII
According to “Management Regulation for Low-power Radio-frequency Devices”, without The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
permission by the NCC, any company, enterprise, or user is not allowed to change frequency, and any use of such marks by Bose Corporation is under license.
enhance transmitting power, or alter original characteristics, as well as performance, to an Google Play is a trademark of Google LLC.
approved low power radio-frequency device. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®
Article XIV Bose, L1, and ToneMatch are trademarks of Bose Corporation.
The low power radio-frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security and interfere with All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
legal communications; If found, the user shall cease operating immediately until no interference
The Bose Privacy Policy is available on the Bose website.
is achieved. The said legal communications means radio communications in compliance with
the Telecommunications Act. ©2020 Bose Corporation. No part of this work may be reproduced, modified, distributed or
otherwise used without prior written permission.
The low power radio-frequency devices must be susceptible with the interference from legal
communications or ISM radio wave radiated devices.
Please complete and retain for your records.
China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table
The serial and model numbers are located on the product label on the bottom of the
Names and Contents of Toxic or Hazardous Substances or Elements product.
Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Serial number: ____________________________________________________
Polybrominated Model number: ____________________________________________________
Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated
Part Name diphenylether
(Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (CR(VI)) Biphenyl (PBB)
(PBDE)
PCBs X O O O O O
Metal Parts X O O O O O
Plastic Warranty Information
O O O O O O
Parts This product is covered by a limited warranty.
Speakers X O O O O O For warranty details, visit global.bose.com/warranty.
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.

Taiwan Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table

Equipment name: L1 Pro8/L1 Pro16 Type designation: 431389L8 / 431389L16
Restricted substances and its chemical symbols
Hexavalent Polybrominated
Lead Mercury Cadmium Polybrominated
Unit ­chromium ­diphenyl ethers
(Pb) (Hg) (Cd) biphenyls (PBB)
(Cr+6) (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.

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Contents PRO.BOSE.COM

Overview 5
Package Contents...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Optional Accessories................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

System Setup 6
Connections and Controls...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Assembling the System........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Connecting Power...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
AutoOff/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

Optional Accessories
• L1 Pro8 System Bag
• L1 Pro16 System Roller Bag
• L1 Pro8/Pro16 Slip cover
For additional information on L1 Pro accessories, visit PRO.BOSE.COM.

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System Setup PRO.BOSE.COM

System Setup
Connections and Controls

VOLUME VOLUME VOLUME

q Channel Parameter Control: Adjust the level of
TREBLE
BASS
TREBLE
BASS
TREBLE
BASS
volume, treble, bass, or reverb for your desired
REVERB REVERB channel. Press the control to switch between
parameters; rotate the control to adjust the level
of your selected parameter.
q w Signal/Clip Indicator: The LED will illuminate
w 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
e MUTE MUTE MUTE
channel. Press the button to mute the channel.
While muted, the button will illuminate white.
r Channel ToneMatch Button: Select the
r INST INST
h ToneMatch preset for an individual channel. Use
MIC for microphones and use INST for acoustic
guitar. The corresponding LED will illuminate
g white while selected.
t f t Channel Input: Analog input for connecting
microphone (XLR), instrument (TS unbalanced),
SYSTEM EQ or line level (TRS balanced) cables.
OFF

d y Phantom Power: Press the button to apply 48-

y SPEECH volt power to channels 1 and 2. The LED will
u illuminate white while phantom power is applied.
PUSH
u USB Port: USB-C connector for Bose service use.
Note: This port is not compatible with
i s Thunderbolt 3 cables.
i XLR Line Output: Use an XLR cable to connect
the line-level output to a Sub1/Sub2 or another
o 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 (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.
hB  luetooth® Pair Button: Set up pairing with
Bluetooth capable devices. The LED will flash
a blue while the L1 Pro is discoverable and
illuminate solid white when a device is paired for
streaming.

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Assembling the System

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 Mid-high array
the array extension.

Array extension

The L1 Pro8/Pro16 can be Subwoofer

assembled without using power stand
the array extension; the
mid-high array can be
connected directly to the
subwoofer power stand. This L1 Pro8 L1 Pro16
configuration is most useful
when on an elevated stage to
be sure the mid-high array is
at ear level.
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Connecting Power
1. Plug the power cord into the Power Input on
the L1 Pro. q w e
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 Button. The LED will
illuminate white while the system is on.
Note: Press and hold the Standby Button for 10
seconds to reset the system to factory settings.

AutoOff/Low-power Standby
After four hours of no use, the L1 Pro will enter
AutoOff/Low-power Standby mode to save power.
To wake the system from AutoOff/Low-power
Standby mode, press the Standby Button.

Connecting Sources
Channel 1 & 2 Controls
Channel 1 and 2 are for use with microphones, guitars, keyboards,
or other instruments. Channel 1 and 2 will automatically detect a q w INST

source input level to adjust volume taper and gain stage.

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
Button 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 e
preset.
Note: Use the L1 Mix 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 r
seconds while Reverb is selected. Reverb mute will reset when
the system is powered off.

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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 L1 Mix app to access additional device control. For more information on the L1 Mix app, see
L1 Mix App Control below.
1. Turn on the Bluetooth feature on your mobile device.
2. Press and hold the Bluetooth Pair Button 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.

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 effects.
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.

L1 Mix App Control

Download the Bose L1 Mix 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 L1 Mix App, see
the in-app help.

Features
• Adjust channel volume • Enable reverb mute
• Adjust channel mixer parameters • Enable phantom power
• Adjust system EQ • Access to ToneMatch preset library
• Enable channel mute • 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 button will illuminate white. Press the button again to unmute the channel.

Phantom Power
Press the Phantom Power button 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 button again to turn off phantom
power.
Note: Phantom power will only affect sources connected to a Channel Input using an
XLR cable.

System EQ SYSTEM EQ SYSTEM EQ

OFF OFF
Select your system EQ by pressing the System EQ button until the
corresponding LED for your desired EQ illuminates white. Choose
between OFF, LIVE, MUSIC, and SPEECH. Your chosen EQ will stay SPEECH SPEECH
selected when you power off and power on your L1 Pro.
Note: The system EQ affects subwoofer/mid-high array audio only.
System EQ does not affect XLR Line Output audio.

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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

Solo Musician

MUTE MUTE

INST INST

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Musician with Mobile Device

MUTE MUTE MUTE

INST INST

Band

MUTE MUTE MUTE

INST INST

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Musician with T8S Mixer

POWER

PUSH
R MAIN OUT L
PUSH
7 8

ToneMatch Cable

Note: T8S left channel audio is delivered only.

Musician Stereo with T4S Mixer

POWER
R MAIN OUT L
PUSH PUSH PUSH PUSH
4 3

ToneMatch Cable ToneMatch Cable

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DJ Stereo

*Alternate Connection
MUTE MUTE
This scenario may require a
specialized cable or adapter.
Connect a TRS cable to the
TRS Line Input to allow for a
INST INST
wider range of volume control.

MUTE MUTE MUTE

INST INST

* *

L R

DJ with Sub1

*Alternate Connection
MUTE
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. INST

MUTE MUTE
LINE IN 1

*
INST

Note: For proper Sub1/Sub2 settings, see the Sub1/Sub2 owner's guide at PRO.BOSE.COM.
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Musician Dual Mono

*Alternate Connection
MUTE
MUTE MUTE This scenario requires a
specialized cable or adapter.
Connect a TRS cable to the
TRS Line Input to allow for a
INST INST INST
wider range of volume control.

MUTE MUTE MUTE

*
INST INST

Musician with S1 Pro Monitor

*Alternate Connection
MUTE MUTE This scenario requires a
specialized cable or adapter.
Connect a TRS cable to allow
for a wider range of volume
INST INST
control.
INPUT

*
INPUT

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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 AutoOff/Low-power Standby mode.
• Plug your instrument into a different amplifier to make sure the source is
working.
• Make sure the Channel Mute button is not engaged.

Standby LED is flashing • Turn off the L1 Pro and wait 30 minutes before turning it back on.
red (thermal fault) • Move the L1 Pro to a cooler location.
• Move the L1 Pro to a location that has more ventilation.

Standby LED is solid red • Please call Product and Technical Support at (877) 335-2673.
(system fault)
With nothing plugged • Using an AC outlet tester, test the AC outlet the L1 Pro is plugged into for
into the L1 Pro, a light reversed or open (hot, neutral, and/or ground) contacts.
hum or buzz is heard • If using an extension cord, plug the L1 Pro directly into the outlet.

Instrument or audio • Turn down volume on the source.

source sounds distorted • Turn down channel volume.
• Try a different source or instrument.

Microphone is • Turn down channel volume.

encountering feedback • Orient the microphone so that it is not pointing directly at the L1 Pro.
• Try a different microphone.
• Try a different position for the L1 Pro and/or vocalist on stage.
• Increase the distance from the L1 Pro to the microphone.
• If using a vocal effects processor, make sure it is not contributing to the
feedback problem.

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Problem What to do
Paired Bluetooth® • If your paired device requires a passcode, make sure the one you entered is
device will not connect correct.
to the loudspeaker • 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 off 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 Button 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 off and back on; then try re-pairing your device.

Excessive hum when • Ensure the volume on the daisy-chained unit(s) is not set too high.
daisy-chaining multiple
units

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