+1.

I'd like to see a simple/cheap LIGHT system too.  I purchased a Lightmanager Pro from jbmedia several years ago in order to use the LIGHT switch on my Beo4s, but sadly they don't make the B&O version any more.  I use my Lightmanager daily, but in my current set up it's only line of sight (hence useable) in a single room.

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Interresting link. Thank you Silou. 
Their web site doesn't give much information on the product but i've send them an email.

I'll keep this thread updated. Thank you. 

I thought Boscom made one?, I have two of theirs and they are great. The other option is a Lintronic box which means you can use it with any make and pretty much future proof. I have a couple of these, the oldest one must be 10 or 12 years old and still going strong, that one controls a Yaqin Valve system, Fireplace and Lights. If I bought another TV I would most likely buy another Lintronic Box so that I could keep using my Beo4. 

The beauty of the lintronic solution is that you can program it to do exactly what you want and are freed up from having to stick with one make.

Thank you Andrew

According to their websites, Bosscom devices doesn't work with led lamps and have the same drawbacks than LC1/LC2, i.e. need 40w charge).
I'm also searching a cheaper solution and more discret (Bosscom alu dimmer, are too obvious to me) more like the one in the previous link, even though the same device in any warehouse shop would cost 5 times less.

The JBmedia would have been an good solution too (thank you Guy by the way, I've been reading your thread before posting!) but its discontinued and nothing have been able to replace it.

I've been investigating if some sort of IR493 to wifi converter exist, which would have been able to control even basically, wifi lamps like ikea ones but without any luck. Since my mac mini can see the ir commands from the beo4, I was wondering if any software gateway would have been possible.
All this without any successful result… So far 🙂 

Hi,

The Lutron Ranias (modified version for B&O remotes) and UnoDims used to be good as a 2-wire replacement for a standard light switch.  As with the LC1/LC2, they need to see a resistive load (ie. at least one incandescent bulb along with the LEDs) in order for them to function.

They all went out of production a few years ago, but there are often a few on the pre-owned market.  Some B&O dealers may still have the Ranias in their stores, they were often to be seen in glass display cabinets......

Kind regards, Steve.

Thank you Steve,

Does anyone know why most systems have that rule (minimal load required?).
I mean, is it a technical constraint to ALL remote switch or is it because the dimmer feature?
Why is it so complicated to do just a on/off switch controlled by a simple IR command ? 

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Good morning to you alls,

Well, I've investigate the link provided by Silou:

Many thanks for this info Matador - very useful! I may get one of these to expand my light control into different rooms.

One question: How do you purchase?  I can't see a link on his page.