Help! Beovision 4-50 DVI-HDMI connection

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Beobuddy, thank you so much!

Am i right, that it need to apply a new firmware for current BS2? Or fully replace my BS2 for a newer hardware version?

May be worth trying hdmi to rca convertors/av convertors  it may work few on ebay or amazon or google itπŸ™‚

 

You have 2 options.

1. Change the software from the BS2 into a newer version. with this software you are able to switch between the different inputs (slot 1, 2, 3) at the panel. You;re actually bypasssing the video-engine in the BS2, but still maintain the audio and remote via the BS2. The disadvantage is that you will lose the menu-overlay when you use the extra DVI module. Any (STB-C) menu overlay will not be visible.

 

2. Buy a BS3. The more expensive option. But with every source you will have the menu overlay

I'm getting the idea that you bought a DVI module yourself, is that correct? If your dealer installs a DVI module, then a software update was made to transfer all videosettings (colour, brilliance etc) are used when you use the DVI module. A Panasonic panel can have different videosettings for different inputs.

Location: Utrecht

Quite a challenge to achieve "Less is More" while having the Beovirus.

1. Great Option to Change the Software. Can i do it by myself? Where is located instruction with steps and necessary soft and equipment.

2. Expensive

3. No, DVI Module initially installed in panel. I suppose, that the dealer changed BS2 for older version with older SW. For example, pair from 4-42 panel.

I've seen a lot of BS2 SW 15.xx with 4-42 panels.

 

Beobuddy, please, help with question 1.

 

 

The software comes with a small note with details how to install. It's just 1 IC.

You will (of coarse) screwdrivers and a IC extractor/removal plier.

Location: Utrecht

Quite a challenge to achieve "Less is More" while having the Beovirus.

Thank you so much. 

Where can i find this 1 IC? Searching ebay ang google does not. 

Out local dealer denied me ordering this IC. 

Why?

Doesn't he want to deliver spareparts, or is the software not available anymore?

Location: Utrecht

Quite a challenge to achieve "Less is More" while having the Beovirus.

Yes, the first one answer. Maybie i can order it in Europe?

I've tried the following setup:

BV4-50, Beosystem 2 MK3 version (also taken from my Friend) with Software 16.xx - it's fully working.

Additional points become in service menu -> Plasma Version Setup --> DVI-D Plasma Slot 1

In Camera Settings (General Menu) - PC

Beside This, I've tryed to install SW IC Chip into my BS2 (earlier version with 15.2 Software) - also works two. Upgrade works.

The same menu with DVI-D slot assignment. And also picture from my Player in PC with Beo4 Remote.

 

Beobuddy, thank you so much!

I'll try to find new IC with software 16.xx for my BS2. 

 

 

 

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