Bluetooth for Beosound 4/Beolab 4000

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Janpaulcel (archived2)
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Posted April 16, 2020 at 17:28 GMT
#2136959

Hello everybody. I’m looking for advice on how to upgrade my Beo4 to allow Bluetooth connectivity. 
can anyone recommend a reliable device in the Uk?
Thank you in advance  

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Janpaulcel (archived2)
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Posted April 17, 2020 at 13:45 GMT
#2136960

Sorry want clear. Can anyone recommend a Bluetooth add on plug in for BeoSound 4? 

Stoobie
Stoobie
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Posted April 17, 2020 at 14:49 GMT
#2136961

Perhaps something like this. The description confirms it can be set to various languages. (Update - I've done a quick currency conversion - quite expensive!)

https://shop.oneremote.dk/shop/69096-adaptor-dab-wifi-fm-bt/3799-dabwifi4/ 

Stoobie 

Exeter, Devon, UK
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Janpaulcel (archived2)
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Posted April 17, 2020 at 17:02 GMT
#2136962

I spoke to this company and Unfortunately they say that they do not have a product that will enable Beo4 to receive Bluetooth songs from my iPhone. They recommend using Airplay an old Apple airport express. Has anyone used this? 

Stoobie
Stoobie
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Posted April 17, 2020 at 17:48 GMT
#2136963

This from the user manual made me think it was compatible 

Stoobie 

Exeter, Devon, UK
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T.W.G
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2925 posts
Posted April 18, 2020 at 11:41 GMT
#2136964

You can also use a simple aptX compatible Bluetooth receiver like this Philips:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Philips-AEA2500-12-black/dp/B00ENY8E66/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=PHILIPS+bluetooth+adapter&qid=1587206292&sr=8-3

 

If you need any cable just ask Steve from https://soundsheavenly.com
He can provide any cable you need in any length.

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Janpaulcel (archived2)
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Posted April 18, 2020 at 12:31 GMT
#2136965

Thank you. That looks perfect!

Would love to hear reviews from anyone who has used an adaptor (rather than cable) to stream  music through Beosound 4 or Beolab 4000. Would love to hear product reviews!

B&O have advised me to use their Beosound Core but this is obviously an expensive option.

 

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rotel1111 (archived2)
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153 posts
Posted April 18, 2020 at 14:17 GMT
#2136966
Buy this, with my BeoSound 4 works perfect. Also the cable is good quality - the second link. Highly recommended.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Philips-AEA2500-12-black/dp/B00ENY8E66/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=PHILIPS+bluetooth+adapter&qid=1587206292&sr=8-3

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cable-Mountain-Plated-3-5mm-Phono-Blue/dp/B002IRRISK/ref=sr_1_21?dchild=1&keywords=3%2C5+jack+to+phono&qid=1587215696&sr=8-21
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Janpaulcel (archived2)
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Posted April 18, 2020 at 14:51 GMT
#2136967

Thank you. Can I just ask.. does the cable plug into both speakers or onto the Beo4? 

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rotel1111 (archived2)
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153 posts
Posted April 18, 2020 at 15:15 GMT
#2136968
The cable is connected between Philips bluetooth receiver ( 3,5 jack ) and hifi unit - BeoSound 4 - 2 x phono input on the bottom. Then, to listen the bluetooth music press A.AUX on your remote control.
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