Essence remote

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Hello, is it possible to use an Essence remote to adjust the volume from a Beoplay A2 or Beolit 15 or even from a Mac via Bluetooth?

No the essence remote only works for sources connected through Essence box -- it doesn't pair with other products -- to my knowledge.

Thanks 

As a matter of fact, previous statements is wrong (working only with Essence box).

It can be used for many other products, Google is your friend:

Yes, I can confirm that the Esssence remote works with other products, too.

I paired it with my Sony Xperia Z2 tablet and it works as Bluetooth volume control or play/pause in the Walkmann application.
Very nice!

This could be perfect if I could pair one with my Mac and use it when I stream music!

This could be perfect if I could pair one with my Mac and use it when I stream music!

I use it for my HTPC and playmaker. Works well much prefer using the wheel then buttons 😁

When you use it with the Playmaker, do they have to be in line of sight?

or is it enough that they are in the same room? To my understanding they communicate via IR. 

Has anybody tested if an Essence remote works with a Beolit 15 or 17 via Bluetooth to control the volume?

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