Don't quite understand Beobuddy.

What is an abd? 

Would appreciate it if you could dumb it down for me a bit!

Are you saying I need to replace some of the hardware or is it simply a software update. If it is software, do I need B&O to come over with a laptop or can I do it myself?

Also, if I do get my Avant up to version 2.4, are there any other benefits other than having DTS sound?

Thanks

First of all, I assume you have a Dolby Digital module in your Avant, so the software of the avant doesn´t have to be upgraded.

Then, on the back of the avant there is the module, which has a (hardware)chip. It is easy to locate it and rather easy to do it yourself. 

The benefit of DTS is better sound. DTS has for instance less compression on the rear channels. Lots of DVD´s has a special DTS track included. The difference can be heard easily.

But no more benefits then the DTS sound.

But the upgrade doesn´t cost much, so I think it´s worth every penny/euro.

k984942 wrote:

 What is an abd? 

Sorry, just has to be `and` .

Ahh....I understand now! Thanks Beobuddy.

I do indeed have the Dolby Digital module.

I upgraded the STB-B IC myself inside the Avant (was an old one with all outdated STBs)

Is this module you speak of essentially the same, ie a little chip that simply plugs in inside - no special tools, no soldering etc?

If so, any idea of the cost and part number?

Thanks for all your help

It is basically the same as changing the ic on the STB, only easier!

You don't even have to take the chassis from it's position. 

Remove the 2 screws on both sides of the module and remove the flatcable. Then it is rather easy to change the ic.

Costs are probably around the 55 euro (just found the invoice) for the chip itself.

Brilliant!

Thanks a lot Beobuddy!