BeoCenter 2 Mark I vs. II vs. III

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SirGadget (archived)
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Posted December 14, 2011 at 15:58 GMT
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Hi there.

I've looked high and low, but haven't found the answer.

Does anyone have a definitive answer to the difference3 of the three revisions of the BeoCenter 2?

Specifically, I'm looking to buy a used BeoCenter 2, and want to make sure that I get the most capable system, and buy one that either has, or have the possibility of retrofitting a DAB+ tuner.

Iøve also heard something about a Bluetooth option for A2DP streaming, is that an official solution, or a third party upgrade?

 

Thanks, Mikkel.

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Roger (archived)
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Posted December 16, 2011 at 03:47 GMT
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Hi Mikkel,

To my knowledge there are only two versions (mk1 & 2) plus the audio-only version (no scart)... and the aluminium and steel versions, which looked the same to me unless compared side-by-side. The DAB+ was introduced June 2010 (mkII + audio version).

The introduction of the tactile feedback when pressing the buttons on the mk2 was a big bonus (they installed a small speaker that makes a "click" sound when you press a button) in my view.

The BT-option must be a third party thing?

Roger

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SirGadget (archived)
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Posted December 16, 2011 at 06:07 GMT
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Hi Roger.

 

First of all thanks for your reply:-)

I could've sworn I saw a mentioning of a mark III in a pricelist containing prices for upgrade modules. But can't find it now:/

Anyway, from what you're saying I conclude that if I purchase say a 2008 without DAB, it's safe to assume that it's a Mark II, has the tactile feedback, and can have the DAB+ retrofitted?

If that's the case it just made it a whole lot easier finding a used one at a decent price, and have the DAB+ upgrade done.

Thanks again:-)

 

Cheers, Mikkel:-)

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