Beo5 - where are we?

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The launch of the Beo5 was now some time ago and one would hope that teething problems will have been sorted out and that dealers are now up to speed with programming these devices to suit the needs of their customers. However we do seem to be getting a fairly constant flow of dissatisfaction from some consumers. We all know that the unhappy will be more vociferous than the satisfied for obvious reasons. I think it is probably time to quantify this though so would be very grateful if you could take part in this survey if you have a Beo5.
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Interesting poll results although only 11 people it seems have bought one! Not encouraging. I was going to go and buy a Beo 5 remote next week, are they so bad? More information please on what these 'teething' problems are and when would be a good time to buy the remote?

Simon.

When I first saw a picture of the Beo5 I didn't like it all. I thought the combination of circle and square looked very silly. But having seen it for real it started to grow on me. I actually wanted one. But reading 355f''s post was quite a shock. I am probably going to wait a while...🤔

I have aired my grievances

i really like the design of the beo (i just imagine a beo5 standing on a link).

the beo5 would be a real killer product (for less than 1000€) if i can control 3rd party products like a panasonic hdd recorder now. also, i feel the urgent need of adding new configurations on my own without paying my dealer a visit (and some euros).

further, i like the idea of adding icons of my favourite cds on the beo5 to play these recorded cds on the bs3200 instead of having lists where to find the recorded cds.

regarding my current system adding a link speaker means a bigger plus than adding the beo5.

that's why i am still waiting. i guess there are some left next year...

we'll see 

I have just ordered one and feel confident that my dealer is capable in his job. Hopefully I receive the remote in time to vote!

My plan is to use the Beo 5 instead of Beo 4 to control the BS 3 plus the main room BS6500 via MCL.

Dear All:

Has anyone being able to get the software to do the programming themselves?

It seems, from the posts I have read, the dealers are having problems.  I am wondering wether it would worth having one.  I only use the BV 7 for movies and BS 9000.  I have not linked rooms.

Thanks,

Dario
About 40% of those replying so far!!

My B&O Icons:

BeoCenter-9500.png BeoCenter-9500.png
Beoremote-Beo4.png Beoremote-Beo4.png
Beovox.png Beovox.png
Beovision-11.png Beovision-11.png
Beotime.png Beotime.png
Beosound-Stage.png Beosound-Stage.png
Beosound-Moment.png Beosound-Moment.png
Beosound-5.png Beosound-5.png
Beosound-2.png Beosound-2.png
Beoremote-One.png Beoremote-One.png
Beoplay-Portal.png Beoplay-Portal.png
Beoplay-Earset.png Beoplay-Earset.png
Beomaster.png Beomaster.png
Beolit.png Beolit.png
Beogram-400x.png Beogram-400x.png
Beocenter-2.png Beocenter-2.png
Has anyone being able to get the software to do the programming themselves?

It seems, from the posts I have read, the dealers are having problems.  I am wondering wether it would worth having one.  I only use the BV 7 for movies and BS 9000.  I have not linked rooms.

Thanks,

Dario

I have the same system Dario. Do you think the Beo 5 is a worthwhile investment for us? I am wanting it more as a new toy to play with really. Of course the Beo 4 is fine, I just fancy a change. How about yourself?

Simon.

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