B&O confirmed to me two years ago that software 1.3 to the Beomaster 7000 is no longer available. But I got it from a Beoworld member, who I believe can make more chips. I can send you his email address if you want?

Hi Magnus,

how does the system work with the chip? Is RDS information also received by the Beolink 7000. Beosystem 7000 without Beolink 7000 is just not as much fun...

How is the chip mounted? This probably will have to be done by a knowledgeable person, won't it? I'd be grateful for the address. What about Ulf. Isn't he an expert for stuff like that?

Thanks again. This really is some effort I have to admit. But at least I can tell good stories once everything is running.

Rgds,

Kai

The BeoLink7000 came in two version. The first one without RDS. It could be upgraded to match the second one - but I doubt that these kits are avaiable anymore.

The BeoSystem7000 can be operated with a BeoLink5000 as well - in fact many used that one for 'everyday-use' in those days.

Greetings Millemissen

Hi again,

I'm sorry, but I can not comment on how good it works with a Beolink 7000, as I haven't got one! Haven't gotten around to buying one yet... But it works good with my Beolink 5000.

The chip is mounted by taking out the CPU module (I think) in the Beomaster and replacing the chip in there. It's pretty straight forward, but to get the module out you'll have to remove some pretty fragile unmarked cables, so be careful! I'm adding two photos from back when I did it, and I have marked the position of the module in the Beomaster with the red square.

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Here's a closeup of the module, and there's the chip sitting in it's socket.

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And it was indeed Ulf who sold me the chip, so yes – he's the expert!

Magnus

Thanks very much, Magnus. Sounds like a bit of effort. Which surround speaker would you recommend as an addition to the setup of an Avant and Pentas as mains? I was intending to go for Beolab 5000s, but placement is too difficult in my environment. Soundquality of course is important. Beolab 4000s?

Thanks again,

Kai

Well, I have almost the same setup as you (BV3 instead of Avant) and I have just bought a pair of Beolab 4000 to use as surround speakers! I think they sound good, look good and is easy to place. I thought about Beolab 4500, but they would be "firing" the sound right over my head, but with the Beolab 4000 I can angle them down so that the sound actually hit my ears. I haven't mounted them yet, so can't comment on the mix of speakers, but I'm pretty sure Peter has the same setup and is very happy with it. So I would say that Beolab 4000 is a good choice!

Thanks again. I've just asked a professional round my corner, who's specialized repairing only BuO for nearly 30 years now. He doubts whether, two-way is possible in a setup of a Beosystem 7000 connected via 1611 to an Avant. So, is there anybody here who can confirm that it actually does work - also in combination with a Beolink 7000?

Rgds,

Kai

With the software, it works - had just the system myself. 

Thanks, Peter. Last question: Which would be the optimal surround speaker in the setup - Avant 32, DVD2, Beosystem 7000 and Pentas as fronts (love them)? I still do have a pair of Beolab 8000 but am unsure whether they really fit in the environment. However, since optics are hard to judge, which would be the preferred alternative soundwise: Beolab 8000, Beolab 4000, Beolab 3 or Beolab 4500? Beolab 5000 again unfortuenately don't fit properly in the environment. Any other suggestions?

Rgds,

Kai

I use Pentas front, BL2 sub and BL4000s rear. I have not found a situation which would make me desire better rear speakers and the 4000s fit nicely on the wall.