TM T1 ToneMatch AUDIO ENGINE Owner’s Guide
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English QUICK PATH TO MAKING MUSIC To get sound right away 1. Remove your new T1 ToneMatchTM audio engine from the carrying bag and remove its protective cover (page 6). 2. Refer to the Quick Setup Guide and connect your T1 to your L1TM system. 3. Make sure the T1 Master volume control is set to 0 (page 16). 4. Turn on the T1 and then turn on your L1 model II system. Trim (CH 1) ON 5.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska To shape your sound 5. Mod: Add a modulation effect like chorus or a flanger (see “Using modulation effects” on page 24). Rotate the T1 rotary selector to choose a function. 6. Delay: Add a delay (see “Adding delays” on page 25). Use the display information and control buttons under the display to change the settings (see “Reading the T1 display” on page 18). 7. Reverb: Add some reverb (see “Adding reverb” on page 26). 8.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English SAFETY INFORMATION Please read this owner’s guide Please take the time to follow the instructions in this owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate your system properly and enjoy its advanced features. Please save this owner’s guide for future reference. WARNING: • To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or moisture.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English Important Safety Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
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English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska INTRODUCTION Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English Using global functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selecting a type of reverb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the Prefs utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loading and saving scenes . . . . .
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English INTRODUCTION Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Bose® T1 ToneMatch™ audio engine. The T1 ToneMatch™ audio engine provides the ultimate control for performing musicians. When used with the Bose L1™ model II or model I system, the T1 allows you to control the sound of your instrument as well as the output of the entire system.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English INTRODUCTION Product overview The T1 ToneMatchTM audio engine can be used with a Bose® L1TM model II or model I system. For convenient access, you can mount the T1 on a Cylindrical Radiator® loudspeaker or on a microphone stand using the optional microphone stand bracket. When used with the L1TM model II system, the T1 operates on DC power received from the power stand.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska INTRODUCTION Controls and indicators The control panel provides all the necessary controls and indicators for operation. Figure 2 Top panel 1. 1 2 3 11 10 4 9 8 7 5 Input signal/clip LEDs (1-4/5) – Displays the input signal status in color: Green indicates the presence of an input signal, yellow indicates a signal near clipping, and red indicates clipping. 2.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English INTRODUCTION Connection panel The rear panel provides all input/output connections. 1 8 Figure 3 7 T1 connector panel 6 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 4 3 2 IN – Analog input channels 1-3. Accepts XLR balanced cables for microphones, or ¼" TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cables for high-impedance inputs such as guitars. Preamp OUT – Preamp outputs for channels 1-3. Accepts ¼" TRS balanced or TS unbalanced cables.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English SYSTEM SETUP Unpacking The items packed in the carton are shown in Figure 4. Carefully unpack the carton and check that you have all the items shown here. Keep all packing materials for possible future use. WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English SYSTEM SETUP Removing/attaching the cover The T1 ToneMatchTM audio engine comes out of the carton with a cover installed on the top panel. The cover is designed to protect the control panel while transporting or storing the audio engine. To remove the cover: 1. Press and hold the cover latch release button (Figure 5). 2. Slide the cover off the control panel just enough to disengage the alignment tabs. 3.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP Mounting options The T1 includes hardware for mounting it on a Cylindrical Radiator® loudspeaker. The optional microphone stand mounting bracket allows you to mount the T1 on the shaft of most microphone stands. See “Mounting the T1 on a microphone stand (optional)” on page 9.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English SYSTEM SETUP The Cylindrical Radiator® top section needs to be removed for this installation. Figure 7 T1 mounted on a Cylindrical Radiator® loudspeaker 1. Slide the carriage into the channel on the rear of the Cylindrical Radiator® bottom section and turn the locking knob clockwise to lock it in place (Figure 7). 2. Insert the mounting bar into the slot in the carriage and push it downward. 3.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP Mounting the T1 on a microphone stand (optional) The T1 ToneMatchTM audio engine microphone stand bracket allows you to mount the T1 on the shaft of most microphone stands. For installation help, refer to the Quick Setup Guide that came with the bracket. The bracket uses rotatable inserts which, when properly placed, provide a tight fit on the microphone stand shaft.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English SYSTEM SETUP To install the microphone stand bracket: 1. Determine the diameter of the shaft on your microphone stand. The cutouts on the edge of the Microphone Stand Bracket Quick Setup Guide can help you determine the diameter. 2. Remove the inserts (Figure 8 on page 9) from the bracket and re-insert them for the diameter you need. 3. Attach the microphone stand bracket to the microphone stand (Figure 9). 4.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP Connecting the T1 to an L1TM model II power stand 1. Make sure the power stand Power switch is OFF, the T1 power switch is OFF, and the T1 Master volume control is set to 0. 2. Plug one end of the ToneMatchTM cable into the ToneMatchTM port ( ) on the T1. Plug the other end of the ToneMatchTM cable into the ToneMatchTM port on the power stand. 3.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English SYSTEM SETUP Connecting the T1 to an L1 model I power stand On an L1TM model I power stand, the Channel 1 and Channel 2 Mic/Line inputs have independent volume, equalization, and ToneMatchTM preset controls that can affect the sound of the T1 audio engine. For this reason, the T1 Master output should be connected to either the Channel 3 or Channel 4 Line IN connectors.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP Figure 11 L1TM model I connections to a T1 ¼" audio cable (not supplied) T1 ToneMatchTM power supply (optional) Channel 3 & 4 input and Level control Note: To avoid problems caused by ground loops, connect the power stand and the T1 power supply to the same AC mains circuit.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English SYSTEM SETUP Connecting the T1 ToneMatchTM audio engine power supply (optional) The T1 power supply provides power for the T1 audio engine when connecting it to an L1TM model I system or your computer. 1. Plug the power supply cable into the T1 ToneMatchTM port. 2. Plug one end of the AC power cord into the power supply. 3. Plug the other end of the power cord into a live AC (mains) outlet. 4.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska SYSTEM SETUP Connecting the T1 to your computer The T1 provides a USB port for connecting it to a computer. This allows you to download performance scenes to a computer or install system updates. Visit www.Bose.com/musicians for details on updating your system. When connected to a computer, you also can use the T1 as a general-purpose USB audio device for recording and playback. Note: The T1 operates at 48kHz/24-bit.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! Optimizing input gain and output volume Getting a quality volume level from your system relies on the combined adjustments of input channel gain, master volume, and channel volume. Do the following for each channel used. 1. Make sure the Master volume, Trim, and channel volume controls are set to 0. 2. Adjust input channel Trim. A.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using the Master volume control The Master volume control adjusts the overall output level of the T1 ToneMatchTM output ( ) and analog Master output. During normal operation, it is recommended to keep the Master control set at the 12 o’clock position. Once you have set volume levels for all channels, you can adjust the Master volume up or down from this position.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Reading the T1 display The display provides you with an interface for operating the audio engine. Figure 14 shows you a sample of display information and the basic operating conventions. The content of the display depends on the T1 rotary selector position.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using the T1 rotary selector The T1 rotary selector provides access to the functions that shape the sound of the ToneMatchTM audio engine output. Figure 15 provides a summary of the three global functions and the nine channel-related functions. The following pages describe how to adjust each function.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Editing the sound of a channel The CH Edit functions allow access to settings that affect selected channels. The CH Edit functions are Aux, Tuner, ToneMatch the engine, zEQ, Para EQ, Comp/Gate, Mod, Delay, and Reverb. To edit a channel: 1. Press the CH Edit 1, 2, 3, or 4/5 button. The CH Edit button glows blue, indicating that the channel is enabled for editing. 2.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3. If you pressed Select, rotate the Preset button to access the list of presets and highlight your choice. CH 1 ToneMatch(tm) Vocal Mics Handheld Mics Category Preset Rotate 4.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English CH 1 Comp/Gate OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using compressor/gate functions The Comp/Gate function provides access to gate, compression, limiter, de-esser and kick drum presets with adjustable parameters. Note: To bypass the Comp/Gate settings, press the Type button. Press it again to Type Gate Thresh –80.0dB Speed 50% activate. 1.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2. Press the Select button to select your choice, or press the Cancel button to exit the list with no change. 3. For Comp1-3, Limiter, De-Ess: Rotate the Thresh button to adjust the input threshold (trigger) level from -50dB to 0dB. Rotate the Gain button to adjust the gain from 0dB to 30.0dB. The gain bar above the button shows the amount of gain reduction. This display helps in setting the threshold.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English CH 1 Modulator OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using modulation effects The Mod function allows you to apply modulation effects. Note: To bypass the Mod settings, press the Type button. Press it again to activate. 1. Rotate the Type button to access the list of modulator types and highlight your choice: Speed Type Chorus1 Mix 50% Depth 50% Chorus 1: Brite...............
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2. Press the Select button to select your choice, or press the Cancel button to exit the list with no change. 3. For Chorus1-3 and Flanger1-2: Rotate the Mix button to adjust the desired mix of dry signal to wet signal (modulator-processed). Rotate the Depth button to adjust how much the pitch varies from the original input signal. Press the Depth button to access the Speed parameter.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Adding reverb The Reverb function applies a user-adjustable amount of reverb to the selected channel. To select the type of reverb, see “Selecting a type of reverb” on page 27. Note: To bypass the Reverb effects, press the Mix button. Press it again to activate. 1. Rotate the Mix button to adjust the desired mix of dry signal to wet signal (reverb-processed). 2.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Using the tuner An independent tuner is available on each input channel. The display indicates the note being played at the bottom of the screen. As you tune, a pitch indicator appears on the display, showing you whether the note is sharp or flat. Adjust the pitch of your instrument so the cursor aligns itself with the center of the screen.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Large............ Creates the ambience of a large-sized space. Features adjustable time and balance (ratio of early/later reflections) parameters. Works well with guitars, horns, percussion instruments, and vocals. Cavern ......... Creates the ambience of an extremely large space. Features adjustable time and balance (ratio of early/later reflections) parameters. A unique and interesting reverb effect. 3.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • Input Level – Displays input level meters with peak signal indicators for all input channels. Press the Reset button to reset all peak signal indicators. This display is helpful in setting the channel input trim level (see “Optimizing input gain and output volume” on page 16). Input Level CH1 ... CH2 ... CH3 ... CH 4/5 . . . Menu . . . . . . . . Preferences ........ ........ ........ ........
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • ToneMatchTM – Displays the list of ToneMatchTM preset banks stored in the T1. Refer to www.Bose.com/ musicians for the latest preset banks. ToneMatch Preferences A: TaylorTM Feb 06 B: Audix Dec 2006 C: Empty Menu • Power Stand – When connected to an L1TM model II power stand, connected appears on the screen.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • USB from PC – Allows you to send USB left and right channels from your computer to a selected audio engine destination (Off, Ch4/5, or Master). If the destination is Ch4/5, the USB audio is inserted into channels 4/5 directly after the trim control and can be fully processed. The channel 4/5 analog inputs remain operational. USB from PC Preferences Left: Off Right: Off Menu Left Right 1.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Loading and saving scenes A scene is a snapshot of the state of the T1 ToneMatchTM audio engine. All Channels My Scene 01 • A scene remembers all ToneMatch audio engine settings, and the status of the Mute, FX Mute, and CH EDIT buttons. • A scene does not remember channel trim and channel volume levels, Master volume level, or the Phantom power switch position.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To save a scene: 1. Select Scenes with the T1 rotary selector. The currently loaded scene is displayed. All Channels Scenes *Singer/Songwriter Load 2. Shared Save Rotate the Save button to highlight the scene you wish to save. Press Select, or press Cancel to exit the list. My Scene 01 My Scene 02 My Scene 03 Cancel 3.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To change the scene name before saving: You can use the following editing options to change the scene name. After changing the name, press the Save button and go to Step 4. • Select and change characters: While the Rename screen is displayed, rotate the Cursor button to highlight the character or character position you want to change. Then rotate the Select button to change the character.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4. When the question “Are you sure?” is displayed, press the Yes button to save the scene, or press the No button to exit without saving the scene. Note: The display returns to the Scenes screen if you do not Are You Sure? Yes press the Yes or No button within 15 seconds. No change occurs, and the currently loaded scene appears on the screen.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4. If you pressed Select, use the Rename screen to edit the scene name (see “To change the scene name before saving” on page 34) or go to Step 5 if you want to use the existing name. Rename Scenes My Scene 07 Save Cursor Select 5. Press the Save button to store the scene as a Shared Scene. 6.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Bose scenes The five Bose scenes are provided as examples for you to use as a starting point. After loading a Bose scene, you can modify the settings and then save the settings as a My Scene or Shared Scene. Factory Settings This scene restores the T1 audio engine to the settings it had when it left the factory. Loading this scene erases any changes you previously made to the currently loaded scene.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Singer/Songwriter This scene is designed for a singer/songwriter playing keyboard or guitar and sometimes accompanied by an MP3 track.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Singer/Songwriter scene channel settings ToneMatch Microphone CH 1 Guitar CH 2 Keyboard CH 3 MP3 Player CH 4/5 Active Vocal Mics Handheld Mics Active Acoustic Guitars Steel String w/piezo Active Keyboards General Keys Active DJ/Playback Flat, zEQ Controls Active zEQ Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB High 0dB Pa
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DJ/Playback The DJ/Playback scene is designed for a DJ event or any audio playback need. This setup uses two microphones and either an MP3 player, mixer, or laptop computer.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DJ/Playback scene channel settings ToneMatch Microphone CH 1 Microphone CH 2 Not Used CH 3 MP3 Player CH 4/5 Active Vocal Mics Handheld Mics Active Vocal Mics Handheld Mics Active Utility Flat Active DJ/Playback Flat, zEQ Controls Active zEQ Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB High 0dB Para EQ Bypass Bypass By
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Drums and Bass This scene is set up for a bass guitar, drum kit, and an MP3 player.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Drums and Bass scene channel settings ToneMatch Bass Guitar CH 1 Kick Drum CH 2 Overhead CH 3 MP3 Player CH 4/5 Active Basses Active Bass 1 Active Percussion Kick, General Active Percussion General Overhead Active DJ/Playback Flat, zEQ Controls Active zEQ Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB High 0dB Para EQ Bypa
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Works scene The Works scene is designed for electric and acoustic guitars, bass guitar, and keyboard.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Works scene channel settings ToneMatch Electric Guitar CH 1 Bass Guitar CH 2 Acoustic Guitar CH 3 Keyboard CH 4/5 Active Electric Guitars Miked Amp w/SM57 Active Basses Active Bass 3 Active Acoustic Guitars Steel String w/piezo Active Keyboards General Keys Active zEQ Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB Active High 0dB Low 0dB Mid 0dB High 0
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English FACTORY SETTINGS This section describes the settings in the T1 audio engine when it left the factory. To restore your T1 at any time to these factory settings, load Bose® Factory Settings scene. Comp/Gate factory settings Type Thresh Gain Compressor 1: Light –16.0dB 3.0dB Compressor 2: Medium –16.0dB 5.0dB Compressor 3: Heavy –16.0dB 8.0dB Limiter –10.0dB 0dB De-Esser –10.0dB 0dB Thresh Speed Noise Gate –70.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska FACTORY SETTINGS Type Digital Analog Tape Delay factory settings Mix Time Feedback 30% 150ms 30% 30% 275ms 20% 30% 350ms 30% Reverb Type factory Type Time Plate 1.20s Small 1.00s Medium 1.75s Large 2.20s Cavern 5.00s settings Bal.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CARE & MAINTENANCE Cleaning • You may clean the product enclosure using only a soft dry cloth. • Do not use any solvents, chemicals, or cleaning solutions containing alcohol, ammonia, or abrasives. • Do not use any sprays near the product or allow liquids to spill into any openings. Limited Warranty and Registration Your T1 ToneMatchTM audio engine is covered by a limited transferable warranty.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CARE & MAINTENANCE Problem What to do T1 is plugged in, power switch is on, but 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. If using the T1 with an L1TM model II system: • Make sure the ToneMatchTM cable is properly connected to the audio engine and the L1 power stand.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English CARE & MAINTENANCE Problem What to do T1 is on, but there is no sound – Continued. If using the T1 with an L1 model II system: • Turn off the power stand, re-seat the ToneMatchTM cable plug in the ToneMatch port, and turn on the power stand again. • If available, try a different ToneMatch cable. If another ToneMatch cable is not available, try a standard ethernet cable.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CARE & MAINTENANCE Problem What to do Not hearing any effects. • Check that you pressed the correct CH Edit button. • Make sure the FX Mute button is not pressed for the channel in question. T1 not responding to control knobs. • Turn off the audio engine. Wait 30 seconds and turn unit on again. Master volume control has no effect.
Svenska Nederlands Italiano Français Español Deutsch Dansk English CARE & MAINTENANCE Problem What to do Microphone is encountering feedback. • • • • • • Aux output does not sound right. • Check if the Aux output is configured for the desired tap point for each input channel. Refer to “Routing input signals to the Aux output” on page 26. Note: No reverb comes from the Aux output even if the tap point is Pre or Post. • Verify that each input assigns the desired signal level to the Aux output.
English Dansk Deutsch Español Français Italiano Nederlands Svenska CARE & MAINTENANCE Problem What to do Unable to send audio from a computer to the T1 via USB connection. • • • • • • • • • • Check that the USB cable is properly connected to the audio engine and computer. Try a different USB cable. Make sure audio engine is turned on. Verify the computer is playing and that the audio setting is not disabled in your computer.
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