I bought an internet radio from them - at least I think it was boscom made - had IRC on the front - that is Beo4 compatible - 1. I could never get it to work properly with the ethernet - when it did it was through a minihub for some reason. 2. It would sometimes lose it's config settings when powered off - i.e. forget what commands it was responding too. 3. The cable at the back came loose which meant it couldn't be remote controlled directly from a Beomaster. Sound quality was not that great eiher.

More recently I bought the aux expander and that packed up a few months later - not that well built either, 

To get internet radio I bought a Yamaha mini system and connected that to my lintronic box that I've had for years and that works flawlessly. I would go for a lintronic box instead as it will last years and you can reprogram it whenever you want or as you change equipment. About to buy my second to control a Linn system. Support from Lintronic and the forums is also exceptionally good.

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I bought an internet radio from them - at least I think it was boscom made - had IRC on the front - that is Beo4 compatible - 1. I could never get it to work properly with the ethernet - when it did it was through a minihub for some reason. 2. It would sometimes lose it's config settings when powered off - i.e. forget what commands it was responding too. 3. The cable at the back came loose which meant it couldn't be remote controlled directly from a Beomaster. Sound quality was not that great eiher.

Mine has 'International Receiver Company' on the front also but it was from OneRemote - has worked flawlessly for the last 6 years.

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Yes, you can buy from Oneremote - As far as I remember they also have the Beo4 modifications.

Stefan

I think however that I agree with Andrew, and if I was starting from scratch I'd go with the Lintronic box for the flexibility it gives.

Hi Matador43,

When I see comments like these (copied from the Beoworld thread that you linked to in your post) from three professional and knowledgeable B&O enthusiasts who I highly respect, that tells me everything I need to know about a company:-

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Well they owe me over £250 and im getting the same no answer treatment - so yes im happy to take action should you decide to move forward.

Thank you all for your answers,

The PCB board for Beo4 seems to be a trustable item. My doubts are more on the quality of the trade with Bosscom.

I looked at the lintronic solution but it's more expensive (even if more flexible - all controls vs only 2) and more boxes and wires and settings… Not fond of it.

I'll get in touch with OneRemote but i dont clearly understand. Are they resellers from the same board engineered by Bosscom? Because their pdf and illustrations look like very close not to say the same.

@ Steve… Yes, Totally agree. that thread frozen me in the process of buying. BUT, as i need the board and last message was 2 years ago, i was hoping for someone telling me they do some cleaning in their process and all was good nowadays… Sadly, nobody until now :-).

I'll try to reach oneremote.

Any other advice welcome…

Until then, all the best.

Hi Matador43,

I have bought the Beo4 PCBs from OneRemote in the past and I have been happy with their products, service and delivery.  My understanding is that OneRemote are the manufacturers of their own products and that Bosscom are resellers for OneRemote products.  I would recommend buying from OneRemote if you have the choice.

Kind regards, Steve.

Thank you Steve, Just send them an email to clarify if their PCB control "Brand" TV AND Apple Mac Computer, which i can't clearly get from my understanding of english language. But if it is as expected, control for both devices, it will make it cheaper (shipping included) than the bosscom one.
Give credit to your understanding that One remote is the manufacturer and Bosscom a reseller. 

I'll keep you updated.

Nice evening to all of you.

Thanks Matador43,

If it is of interest, I also have an experimental USB device in a small case (sent to me by a friend in Switzerland who developed it) that allows a Beo4 or Beolink 1000 to control a PC directly, giving mouse movement/clicks and the ability to control iTunes, switch between open tabs, etc.  This plugs into the PC via a USB port, so there is no need to modify the Beo4.

I used this at home for a year or so, but it is currently spare.  If this is of interest, please send me a PM or email me directly for details.

Alternatively, I used the OneRemote PCB add-on for Beo4 previously, so I can vouch for this option.  This works well and only 4 wires need to be soldered inside the Beo4.

Kind regards, Steve.