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:Introduced January 23, 2018


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[https://support.bose.com/s/product/s1-pro-portable-bluetooth-speaker-system/01t8c00000OydMeAAJ?language=en_US Bose S1 Pro Support site]
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Discuss it here: [https://www.bosepro.community/g/portable/forum/s1-pro S1 Pro system community]
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== Documentation  ==
== Documentation  ==
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{{S1 Pro Downloads}}  
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=== Firmware ===
=== Firmware ===
No firmware updates to January 23, 2018
See: [[S1 Pro System Updates]] Version 7.0.10 June 2018


== Related Products ==
== Related Products ==
[[S1 Pro+]]
[[Bose S1 Pro Compared to Bose L1® Compact]]
[[Bose S1 Pro Compared to Bose L1® Compact]]
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<h3>S1 Pro Introduction</h3>
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<h3>Unboxing and Setup</h3>
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== Input/Output Panel==
== Input/Output Panel==
=== Overview ===
=== Overview ===
[[File:S1 Pro Connections and Controls.jpg|800px]]
[[File:S1 Pro Connections and Controls.jpg|800px]]
=== Gain Staging ===
{{S1 Pro Gain Staging}}


===Input Gain===
===Input Gain===
[[File:S1 Pro IO Panel.jpg|right]]
{{S1 Pro Input Gain}}
====Channels 1 and 2====
 
* XLR: -infinity to + 49 dB
=== Tone Controls ===
* 1/4" (6 mm) Balanced input: -infinity + 42 dB
Channels 1 and 2
====Aux====
*   Bass      +/-8 dB @ 100 Hz  (60 Hz – 900 Hz)
* -infinity to + 17 dB
*   Treble  +/-10 dB @ 10 kHz (1.5 kHz – 17.4 kHz)
 
=== Aux Input ===
When you insert a 1/8" (3.5 mm) jack in the Aux input, this disables streaming Bluetooth.
 
[[File:S1 Pro Aux Input.jpg|400px]]


=== Microphone vs Guitar Volume ===
=== Microphone vs Guitar Volume ===
See [[S1 Pro Microphone vs Guitar Volume]]
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== ToneMatch® Presets ==
== ToneMatch® Presets ==
On Channels 1 and 2 you can select a ToneMatch® Preset.
On Channels 1 and 2 you can select a ToneMatch® Preset.
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{{Compact}} equivalent: Channel 1
{{Compact}} equivalent: Channel 1


== S1 Pro Battery ==
:The Microphone Preset includes a sharp low-cut filter, keeping only that part of the audio spectrum where the microphone is useful. Using the microphone with this preset minimizes bass regeneration. The microphone preset was developed for close microphone use (“eat the mic”), which is the best way to optimize your vocal signal for tone and gain before feedback<ref>[[Presets 1.0|Original description of how the Microphone Presets work]]</ref>.


=== Run Time ===
:About the presets: No mic that I know of sounds good for close vocal, even for recording for that matter. All our presets compensate for this. A lot of these mics sound a lot more natural when you back off a foot or so from them. Of course, this is true in the studio too. No one does this for a live performance (backs very far off the mic) since you want to maximize gain before feedback by eating the mic. And so then you get funny sound and so then you need our presets to make it natural. <ref>[[Presets/Model_I_and_Classic#Cliff-at-Bose|Cliff Henricksen talks about Microphone Presets]]</ref>


''' Up to 11 hours of play '''
== Reverb ==


=== Charging Times ===
The reverb in the {{S1 Pro}} was engineered to be a useful general-purpose tool for a solo performer in venues suitable for up to 50 people. The Reverb control on the {{S1 Pro}} is roughly analogous to the Mix parameter on the {{T1}} and {{ToneMatch Mixers}}.
Estimates:
* '''6.0 hours''' Trickle charge (system idle, connected to AC Power), switch in Off or Play position
* '''2.5 hours''' Fast charge (connected to AC Power), switch in Fast Charge (down) position


==== Checking the Battery Level ====
There is no direct mapping of the {{S1 Pro}} Reverb to the {{T1}} or {{ToneMatch Mixers}}.
To check the battery, turn on the S1 Pro (switch in the top position). Wait until the power light is steady blue. Double tap the Bluetooth button (tap tap in under a second). Count how many times the power light blinks before returning to steady blue.


[[File:S1 Pro Battery Charging.jpg|link=https://assets.bose.com/content/dam/Bose_DAM/Web/pro/global/products/portable_PA/S1_Pro/Downloads/AM807173_00_viewable.pdf|600px]]
You can get roughly similar results


=== Battery Life ===
;{{T1}} 
Bose does not make claims about battery life, however you may find this article useful [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lithium-ion_battery#Battery_life Battery Life].
* Type Medium
* Time 4.00 msec
* Balance 100%
* Mix, Bright - set by ear


=== Temperature Considerations ===
;{{ToneMatch Mixers}} 
Please note the following information from the [https://assets.bose.com/content/dam/Bose_DAM/Web/pro/global/products/portable_PA/S1_batterypack/Downloads/AM801232_00_viewable.pdf S1 Pro Battery Pack Owner’s Guide]:
* Type Medium
* Time 100%
* Balance 100%
* Mix, Bright - set by ear


*    Charging temperature range: 0°C - 42°C (32°F - 108°F)
OR
*    Discharging temperature range: -20°C - 45°C (-4°F - 113°F)


You can operate the S1 Pro on the battery pack down to -20°C (-4°F), The running time may be reduced but not significantly.
* Type Large
* Time 70%
* Balance 70%
* Mix, Bright - set by ear


;NOTE: '''The battery does not charge temperatures below 0°C (32°F)'''.
== Power Switch==
<section begin=PowerSwitch />[[File:S1 Pro Power Closeup.jpg|400px|right]]
;In Use
:Set the power switch to the top position (on).


;Standby
:When you are not using the {{S1}} you can leave the power switch in the standby position (middle) or the quick-charge position (bottom). <br>If the {{S1}} is not connected to AC power, it won't matter if you choose the middle or bottom position.<br>


The battery will stop charging when the temperature is below 0°C - 42°C (32°F - 108°F) but the charging light may continue to flash.
;In Transit
:You can put the {{S1}} power switch in the bottom position (quick charge) position when transporting the unit. This may reduce the likelihood the switch will get bumped to the on position.
 
;Charging
:When you are charging the {{S1}} you can put the power switch in the standby position (middle) or the quick-charge position (bottom).
 
More detail.<br><br>
[[File:S1 Pro Power.jpg|640px]]
 
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== S1 Pro LEDs ==
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== Battery ==
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The battery will stop functioning below -20°C - 45°C (-4°F - 113°F)
== Pole Cup Switch ==
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== Channel 3 Volume Control ==


If you have questions on this point please see [https://www.bosepro.community/g/portable/topic/battery-temperature-question?reply=34105694728743432#34105694728743432 Battery Life in the Cold]
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=== Installation ===
== Noisy Volume Controls ==
[[File:S1 Pro Battery Installation.jpg|640px]]
On {{S1 nl}} channels 1 and 2: When you rotate the volume controls back and forth within 10 seconds of turning on the unit, you may hear a scratchy sound.


The screw heads are Phillips.
This is not a symptom of a hardware issue with the volume controls that warrants concern.


[[File:S1_Pro_Phillips.jpg|x100px]] [[File:Philips head screwdriver Horz.jpg|x100px]]
The noise is related to a start-up process within the unit, not the volume controls. The noise you hear is not the result of a physical problem with the volume controls.


=== Flying with the Lithium Ion Battery ===
When you turn on the unit and rapidly turn one of the volume controls back and forth you may hear a noise. This can happen on either channel, 1 or 2.
Here's some information about Flying with Lithium Ion batteries from the FAA


https://www.faa.gov/about/init.../more_info/?hazmat=7
After several seconds, the sound stops. At this point, the volume controls on both channels 1 and 2 should work as expected, quietly.


:Size limits: Lithium metal (non-rechargeable) batteries are limited to 2 grams of lithium per battery. Lithium ion (rechargeable) batteries are limited to a rating of 100 watt hours (Wh) per battery. These limits allow for nearly all types of lithium batteries used by the average person in their electronic devices. With airline approval, passengers may also carry up to two spare larger lithium ion batteries (101-160 watt hours). This size covers the larger after-market extended-life laptop computer batteries and some larger batteries used in professional audio/visual equipment.
If you cycle the power off and back on, you can get the same result on the other channel, 1 or 2.


The battery in the S1 Pro is rated at 79.20 Wh. That's not in the documentation, but it is on the label on the battery.
If you turn on the unit and let it sit for 20 seconds, the volume controls are quiet. That doesn't mean you have to wait for 20 seconds before you can use the unit. You just have to wait for 20 seconds if you don't want to hear the noise when you rotate the volume controls quickly.


== Pole Cup Switch ==
[https://www.bosepro.community/g/portable/topic/S1-Pro-noise-when-turning-volume-controls-rapidly?reply=35936033503225790#35936033503225790 Related discussion in the {{Community nl}}]
The S1 Pro uses an accelerometer to determine if it is in the tilt-back, horizontal or vertical position. It also has a switch inside the pole cup to determine if it is mounted on a speaker stand. Based on the orientation and the switch, the S1 Pro automatically applies the correct EQ. If you depress the switch the speaker stand EQ is applied regardless of the orientation of the S1 Pro.
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Here's a picture of the switch inside the pole cup.
== Orientations and Dispersion ==


[[File:S1 Pole Cup 1.png|400px]]
; Dispersion


[[File:S1 Pole Cup 2.png|400px]]
In the speaker stand, tabletop, and tilt-back orientations


== Channel 3 Volume Control ==
*Horizontal 120 degrees
=== Slow to Respond ===
*Vertical 50 degress
If you find the volume control seems slow to respond (especially between 7-11 o'clock) please turn up the volume at the source (Bluetooth or physical connection).


[[File:S1 Pro Channel 3.jpg|400px|link=""|S1 Pro Channel 3]]
In the Horizontal (monitor) orientation


===Steps in Volume===
*Horizontal 50 degrees
The S1 Pro has a digital gain knob on channel 3 which is divided into incremental steps. When you slowly turn the volume knob up with a strong input signal present, you may hear steps in loudness.
*Vertical 120 Degrees


We are aware of this behavior and it is not a symptom of a fault or malfunction.
== Auto EQ ==
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== Line Out ==
== Line Out ==
¼ inch (6mm) jack: Nominal +2.4 dBu, Max +20 dBu
{{:S1 Pro System Line Out}}
 
== Bluetooth ==
=== Version ===
The S1 Pro system supports Bluetooth version 4.2
 
=== Bluetooth Light ===
* Fast blink - attempting to re-connect with previously paired devices
* Slow blink - in pairing mode
* Solid - connected
* No active connection (must put in pairing mode to create a connection)
** No devices in the {{S1 Pro}} device list
 
===Bluetooth Pairing===
# Turn on the Bluetooth feature on your mobile device.<br>Note: The Bluetooth feature is usually found in the Settings menu.
# Press and hold the Bluetooth Pair button for two seconds.<br>Note: When ready to pair, the Bluetooth button will flash white.
# Select your Bose® SI Pro system from the device list.
 
Note: When the device pairs successfully,  the Bluetooth button will turn solid white.
 
Note: If your paired phone receives a call, any music playing will be paused and the ring will come through the phone: no calls or notifications will come through the SI Pro.


Note: Using a TS unbalanced cable will result in a drop in the audio level of -6dBu.
Once you have paired the {{S1 nl}} to a Bluetooth device, the {{S1 nl}} will automatically connect to that device when you turn on the {{S1 nl}} if it is powered on and within range. If you want to terminate that connection, terminate the connection on the Bluetooth device.


Note: There is no limiter on this output so you may get more than the rated maximum, but it could sound distorted.
:[https://www.bose.com/en_us/support/article/pairing-a-bluetooth-device-s1.html More detail on Bose.com]


== Bluetooth ==
==== Clear the Bluetooth Pairing List ====
The S1 Pro support Bluetooth version 4.2
# Press and hold the Bluetooth button.  until it goes dark (about 7-10 seconds).
# On your Bluetooth device, remove the Bose S1 Pro from the device list.
 
 
You are now ready to [[{{PAGENAME}}#Bluetooth Pairing|pair the S1 Pro to a Bluetooth device]].


=== Turn off Bluetooth ===
=== Turn off Bluetooth ===
You cannot turn off Bluetooth however if you clear the Bluetooth device list, you won't be able to connect to the {{S1 Pro}} until you create a new paired connection.
:If you press and hold the Bluetooth button until it goes dark (7-10 seconds), this clears the Bluetooth device list on the {{S1 Pro)}.  You will not be able to connect to the {{S1 Pro}} unless you put it into pairing mode (press and hold the Bluetooth button until it blinks (approximately 3 seconds) or put the {{S1 Pro}} in Standby mode (power switch middle position) or Fast Charge (power switch in lower position) and then turn the {{S1 Pro}} on again.
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You cannot turn off Bluetooth however, Bluetooth will turn off after about two minutes after you turn the power on unless the S1 Pro successfully connects to a Bluetooth device.
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When you turn on the power on the S1 Pro, it will attempt to connect to a paired device via Bluetooth. If there are no paired device, it will go into pairing mode.
If the S1 Pro cannot connect to a paired device, the Bluetooth light will blink for about two minutes while it is attempting to connect. If it doesn't make a connection, the Bluetooth light will turn off (time out). At that point, the Bluetooth is off until the next time you turn the power off/on.
==== Disconnect a Bluetooth connection ====
If you have Bluetooth connection active and you want to disconnect it. If you manually disconnect, the {{S1 nl}} will time out after about 2 minutes, and Bluetooth will remain off until the next time you power off/on.
; IOS
Starting with iOS 9, Apple has added a new option for Bluetooth devices:
*Open Settings, select Bluetooth
*Tap the "i" circle button to the right of the accessory.
*From there, you can see the new "Disconnect" option, alongside the legacy "Forget This Device" choice.
;Android
Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device
*    From home, tap Apps > Settings > Connections tab > Bluetooth.
*    Tap the ON/OFF slider to turn Bluetooth on.
*    Tap the connected device, and then tap OK to disconnect.
==== Reconnect a Bluetooth Connection after a time out ====
If the S1 Pro system Bluetooth light is off (because it has timed out), if you press it briefly, it will blink.
With the Bluetooth light blinking, I've been able to initiate a Bluetooth connection from a previously paired device. This worked with:
*An IOS 11.4 device
*An Android 7.0 device
*A Windows 10 device
{{#lst:S1 Pro system|batterylevel}}
==== Bass Content in Bluetooth  ====
{{:S1 Pro Bass Over Bluetooth}}


Longer Description
== {{S1}} Bass Distortion with Bluetooth through Channel 3 ==
; There have been some discussions in the Bose Portable PA Community about bass distortion with Bluetooth sources through Channel 3. Will Bose issue a firmware update to fix this?
:If you hear bass distortion you're hitting the maximum volume (bass) the S1 Pro system can handle. We tested the S1 Pro system with a wide range of applications including live music, music playback with various styles of music, public speaking, and more. We tuned the bass response for the best overall performance for the widest number of people.  We continue to listen to customer comments here and through all channels. We know that most of our customers are extremely happy with the sound of the S1 Pro system. <br>If you need more overall volume for music playback you need a bigger enclosure. The L1 Compact and the larger L1 systems may be a better choice.
<br>Source: [https://www.bosepro.community/g/portable/topic/s1-pro-channel-3-has-too-much-bass?reply=38751944705833509#38751944705833509 S1 Pro Channel 3 has too much bass]. Related discussion [https://www.bosepro.community/g/portable/topic/bass-over-excursion-or-port-noise-turn-down-for-what S1 Pro channel 3 bass over excursion]


When you turn on the power on the S1 Pro, it will attempt to connect to a paired device via Bluetooth. If there are no paired device, it will go into pairing mode.
Consider using an app to control the sound at the source. For example [https://www.bosepro.community/g/portable/topic/using-the-spotify-equalizer-with-your-s1-pro-systems Using the Spotify Equalizer with your S1 Pro system]   
 
We have explored ways to change the response in the low frequencies. We found making the S1 Pro system more tolerant of heavy bass diminishes the overall performance in other ways.  We don't have plans to change the sound profile of the S1 Pro system through a firmware update.
 
== S1 Pro with Sub1 or Sub2==
{{Sub with S1Pro}}


If the S1 Pro cannot connect to a paired device, the Bluetooth light will blink for about two minutes while it is attempting to connect. If it doesn't make a connection, the Bluetooth light will turn off. At that point, the Bluetooth is off until the next time you turn the power off/on.
== S1 Pro with F1 Subwoofer ==
; Can I use one or two {{S1}}s with an F1 Subwoofer?
:Yes. Please see this discussion in the Bose Portable PA Community [https://www.bosepro.community/g/portable/topic/s1-pros-as-front-of-house-with-f1-subwoofer S1 Pros with F1 Subwoofer]


== Rotating the Logo ==
== Rotating the Logo ==
Rotate the logo counter-clockwise NOT clockwise. Don't force it. You will break the mechanism.
Rotate the logo counter-clockwise NOT clockwise. Don't force it. You will break the mechanism.
== Limiter ==
{{S1 Pro Limiter}}
== {{S1}} Reset ==
{{S1 System Reset}}


== FAQs ==
== FAQs ==
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== S1 Pro with B1 ==
Please see: [[S1 Pro B1 Compatibility]]


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