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On the relatively rare occasion where you might need to connect the output from one {{PS1}} to another {{PS1}}:
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<table><tr><td>__TOC__</td><td>On the relatively rare occasion where you might need to connect the output from one {{PS1}} to another {{PS1}}.
  
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Here are some ways to approach it.
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=== Two {{PS1}}s for one Vocal ===
 
You can  
 
You can  
* Run your mic into the first L1™ PS1 Powerstand (let's say - Channel 1).
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* Run your microphone into the first {{l1 nl}} PS1 Powerstand (let's say - Channel 1).
* In Channel 1 insert an XLR cable from the Channel 1 Line Out
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* In the Channel 1 section run an XLR cable from the Channel 1 Line Out
* At the other end of the cable connect a [[Pad]]. The people-at-Bose usually recommend a -20 dBu pad, but some have reported success with -10 dBu
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* At the other end of the cable connect a [[Pad]]. The people-at-Bose usually recommend a -20 dBu pad. Some owners have reported success with a -10 dBu pad.
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** {{Why Use a -20 dB Pad}}
 
* Connect the [[Pad]] to the second {{PS1}} Channel 1 or 2.
 
* Connect the [[Pad]] to the second {{PS1}} Channel 1 or 2.
 
* On the first {{PS1}}, set the input trim appropriately.
 
* On the first {{PS1}}, set the input trim appropriately.
 
* Choose the best preset for your  microphone.
 
* Choose the best preset for your  microphone.
* On the second {{PS1}}, the input trim should be similar to what you set on the first one.
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* On the second {{PS1}}, the input trim should be similar to what you set on the first one, but check the trim o/l light for a solid green light (occasional red flickers are okay).
 
* On the second {{PS1}}, use the same preset as  you used for the first one.
 
* On the second {{PS1}}, use the same preset as  you used for the first one.
  
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Arrows indicate the direction the signal is flowing.
 
Arrows indicate the direction the signal is flowing.
  
* Position the two {{L1}}s '''at least 20 feet apart''' to avoid the possibility of odd phase effects in the audience. More detail: [[Phase Cancellation]]
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* Position the two {{L1}}s '''at least 20 feet apart''' if possible to avoid the possibility of odd phase effects in the audience. More detail: [[Phase Cancellation]]
 
* [[PS1 Powerstand Connections/Interactive|Close up view of the Input Panel]]
 
* [[PS1 Powerstand Connections/Interactive|Close up view of the Input Panel]]
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=== Two {{PS1}}s for Mono Tracks (or one side of stereo pair) ===
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In this example, we are using Channel 2 so that you leave Channel 1 available for another input like a vocal.
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You can
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* Run your input into the first L1™ PS1 Powerstand (let's say - Channel 2).
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* In Channel 2 section run an XLR cable from the Channel 2 Line Out
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* At the other end of the cable connect a [[Pad]]. The people-at-Bose usually recommend a -20 dBu pad. Some owners have reported success with a -10 dBu pad.
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** {{Why Use a -20 dB Pad}}
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* Connect the [[Pad]] to the second {{PS1}} Channel 2.
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* On the first {{PS1}}, set the input trim appropriately.
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* Choose the best preset for your  microphone.
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* On the second {{PS1}}, the input trim should be similar to what you set on the first one, but check the trim o/l light for a solid green light (occasional red flickers are okay).
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* On the second {{PS1}}, use the same preset as  you used for the first one.
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* For prerecored music or tracks or keyboards you want {{B1}}s as close together as possible, and the L1&trade;s close together -or- at least 20 feet apart.
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[[Image:DaisyChainTracksOn2.png]]
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* [[PS1 Powerstand Connections/Interactive|Close up view of the Input Panel]]
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=== XLR Female to ¼ Inch Tip-Sleeve Male ===
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Here is another method - use a cable with a XLR Female to ¼ Inch Tip-Sleeve Male from a Powerstand Line OUT to Channels 1, 2, 3 or 4 on a second Powerstand.
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[[Image:XlrFtxM.png]]
  
  
 
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[[category:PS1 Powerstand]]
 
[[category:PS1 Powerstand]]
[[category:L1™ System]]
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[[Category:L1® System]]
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[[Category:Daisy Chain]]

Latest revision as of 09:45, 26 May 2011

L1 Model I This information is applicable to the L1 Model I
Classic This information is applicable to the L1® Classic

On the relatively rare occasion where you might need to connect the output from one PS1 Power Stand (Classic) / Model I to another PS1 Power Stand (Classic) / Model I.

Here are some ways to approach it.

Two PS1 Power Stand (Classic) / Model Is for one Vocal

You can

  • Run your microphone into the first L1® PS1 Powerstand (let's say - Channel 1).
  • In the Channel 1 section run an XLR cable from the Channel 1 Line Out
  • At the other end of the cable connect a Pad. The people-at-Bose usually recommend a -20 dBu pad. Some owners have reported success with a -10 dBu pad.
    • Why use a -20 dBu Pad?
The XLR connects to a balanced low impedance input stage with a lot of gain. The 1/4" input is unbalanced, has about 20 dB less overall gain but a very high input impedance. [1]

Daisychain.jpg

Arrows indicate the direction the signal is flowing.

Two PS1 Power Stand (Classic) / Model Is for Mono Tracks (or one side of stereo pair)

In this example, we are using Channel 2 so that you leave Channel 1 available for another input like a vocal.

You can

  • Run your input into the first L1™ PS1 Powerstand (let's say - Channel 2).
  • In Channel 2 section run an XLR cable from the Channel 2 Line Out
  • At the other end of the cable connect a Pad. The people-at-Bose usually recommend a -20 dBu pad. Some owners have reported success with a -10 dBu pad.
    • Why use a -20 dBu Pad?
The XLR connects to a balanced low impedance input stage with a lot of gain. The 1/4" input is unbalanced, has about 20 dB less overall gain but a very high input impedance. [2]

DaisyChainTracksOn2.png


XLR Female to ¼ Inch Tip-Sleeve Male

Here is another method - use a cable with a XLR Female to ¼ Inch Tip-Sleeve Male from a Powerstand Line OUT to Channels 1, 2, 3 or 4 on a second Powerstand.

XlrFtxM.png