HDMI switchers

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dilznik (archived)
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Posted November 14, 2007 at 10:25 GMT
#1824716

Hi,

So I've seen in a few threads references to a B&O HDMI switcher.  Does anyone have a link?  And does anyone know if it'll work with any TV, just the BV7, any B&O TV?

 

And if there isn't one, does anyone know of one that a) looks like it belongs on the same rack as B&O gear (because, you know, aesthetics)  and b) works well?

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GSHaigh (archived)
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Posted November 14, 2007 at 11:18 GMT
#1824717

Hi

B&O don't manufacture or re-badge any HDMI switch,  however they have updated the software for MK1 and Mk2 BV7-32s to release 7.7.  This software will allow the BV7 to control a Gefen HDMI switch unit automatically.  I'm waiting for confirmation back from my dealer to let me know which Gefen switch it is before I look to buy one.

I think it may be this one:

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Beoaus
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Posted April 13, 2008 at 18:12 GMT
#1824718

It is actually this one.

Location: Australia

Keith Saunders
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Keith Saunders
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Posted April 14, 2008 at 03:43 GMT
#1824719

Gentlemen,

The switches are for Beovision 7 Mark II & III's only

It is now possible to connect an HDMI Expander to BeoVision 7-32 MK III and BeoVision 7-40 MK II.
 
The software of the Beovision 7 must be version 7.7 or higher as already stated.
 
The 'Gefen 4:1 switch' must be used together with the 'Gefen 1:2 splitter' in a projector setup. The splitter is only necessary in a projector setup.
 
A 4 page HDMI Expander Guide can be downloaded HERE
 
It should be noted that the HDMI Expander does not support VGA which means that you cannot use it in a setup with BeoMedia 1 as stated by Beoaus

Location: Hampshire, England

stefan
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stefan
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Posted April 14, 2008 at 07:57 GMT
#1824720
Hi,

thanks for the info. I think, Greg and beoaus are both correct. You will need the 441 as a switch,  and 442 if you have a projector, because the 442 is a splitter too. 
http://www.gefen.com/kvm/product.jsp?prod_id=4341 Maybe you can use this in a setup with beomedia 1(?).

BTW: Does anybody know, if I can install the apple-tv/ipodremote ir-codes into the stb list of my BV7-40 MKII ?

Thanks

Stefan

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misled (archived)
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Posted April 14, 2008 at 16:51 GMT
#1824721
you must make a software update and you must change components inside the bv7. all this can make only your b&o dealer.price € 750.--
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Beoaus
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Posted April 15, 2008 at 04:34 GMT
#1824722
Really!!

Location: Australia

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brianwaddell (archived)
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Posted April 15, 2008 at 04:46 GMT
#1824723

Hi

For MK11 BV7 with DVI in, how does the HDMI splitter actually work, can I assume the sound is inputted to the TV separately?

Brian

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Beoaus
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Posted June 24, 2008 at 03:20 GMT
#1824724

Just had an update that may need confirming...

The BV740 mk 11 can supposedly only handle 2 Set top boxes at any one point in time when it looks like 4 can be configured. By using the switcher you may not be able to control other STB at it uses a port..?  At the same time I was told the BV740 mk111 can handle 6!!!.

Can anyone explain, clarify or correct this?

 Thanks Beoaus.

Location: Australia

stefan
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stefan
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Posted June 24, 2008 at 05:49 GMT
#1824725
Bv7-40 can handle 2 STBs - in DTV and V.AUX mode - but 4 IR devices. In addition to 2 stbs it can control a projector (SIM 2 or Samsung) and the Gefen HDMI switch if sw 7.7 is installed.
BV 7-40 MK III has PUC IR outputs on every AV port (AV1 - AV6). AV 4 is used by the internal DVD player. There are 2 additional PUC outputs for cinema control.

I was thinking about upgrading my BV7-40 MK II to sw 7.7 and Gefen switch but upgraded to BV7 MK III....because..
-Beosystem 3
-much more PUCs (for STB, Mac mini, Projector)
-Beomedia support (VGA input)
-a better DVBS (T) module.
-picture quality
- nice price from my dealer

Hope this helps

Stefan


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