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[David Honner]

STB brackets have a kit to swap out the Eclipse screen for a newer LG panel. The instructions talk about where those cables plug in. Check out this page and either watch the video (cables shown at 0:56) or download the instructions for a diagram of where they go.

I suspect you’re right about needing to plug into the soundbar part first before putting the screen on. Removing and replacing the screen shouldn’t be too difficult and the instructions will help guide you.

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[David Honner]

Since no-one has chimed in with any experience of applying this update, I’ll provide my impressions as I go along.

I received the STB order within a few days, quite remarkable since it came from the other side of the world. Well packed and included a paper copy of instructions; these are available on their website but it is helpful to be able to have something with you on the floor. The individual pieces all have more than adequate protection within the package.

There are no instructions about routing an antenna cable from the side of the new screen to the bottom centre where all my cables enter the Eclipse. I think this would be a worthwhile addition to the STB kit, especially being able to provide specific correct length cables and connectors, and perhaps a hole cutout in the centre may be useful to allow the cable to exit. For my own conversion I shall try routing a cable alongside the two cables connecting the screen to the B&O part, then along the bottom underneath the black plastic parts to the centre, where I think I can squeeze through the existing cutouts around the steel bracket to connect to the existing antenna cable. There is very little space and it requires small radius turns so a standard TV antenna cable will not work. I ordered the following from Amazon to do this:

• RG179 75 Ohm cable (looks the same as existing Eclipse Mk.1 cable)
• Right angle connector F type to PAL
• F type connector female-female

So far I have set up the new screen and adjusted the settings. The following links helped me do that:

• LG settings youtube (actually for a C5 but also applicable to C6) turns off unwanted LG crap
• Rtings.com for detailed picture settings
• Techradar.com recommends the Near Black setting to be tweaked to -1 from a default of 0

My impression of the screen compared to the existing Eclipse Mk.1 is that they are almost the same. Supposedly the recent LG screens are brighter but I haven’t noticed that. There are way more apps available than the 2017 original, as the engine driving the screen is 10 years more modern.

My current Eclipse screen has no burnout and no problems with picture quality after 5,000 hours. So why did I upgrade? I wanted to ensure that I could get another 10 years at least out of the Eclipse, and I wanted the latest smart TV access to apps that are not available with the original Eclipse.

So if you are in Australia and need a replacement screen for your Mk.1 Eclipse, let me know.

My next step is to recruit a couple of helpers to mount the new screen. It’s not heavy but it is too large and bulky for one person. I shall update once that is done.

[Chris D]

We moved our Eclipse Gen 1 65″ to another apartment and when the movers removed the Eclipse from the wall, they removed the LCD panel from the sounds center, but didn’t take any photos of the cable connections!  Can anyone tell me  what cable connects from the sound center to the LCD so they communicate? I can’t find any documentation no matter where I look and all the youtube videos seem to skip this detail.

 

Thank you!

[Kristian]

I want to be able to send audio from my Beovision Eclipse (2nd edition) to an external non-B&O amplifier. I understand I cannot use any of the LG TV outputs, and in the audio settings in the TV, a few of the audio options seems to be disabled.

Can I simply use a RJ45 to RCA adapter from one of the PL1-4 sockets in the soundbar to the amplifier? Or do I need to use a Beosound Core device? I am looking for the least costly way of doing it.

[David Honner]

I have ordered the screen adapter from STB and a new LG C6 (on sale 30% off) and will install over the next week. Would appreciate any tips from someone who has done it before.

I’m not fond of the exposed back–seems very non-B&O. I wonder if the cover of the Eclipse Mk3 could be used to cover it up, if ordered separately? Has anyone explored this idea? Since it is the back of the TV I’ll probably just live with it in the end but it would be nice to clean it up a bit…

[Brett Collinson]

Selling my BeoVision Eclipse 55″ – a genuinely well-cared-for example with a clean history. Photos below.

The details:

• 55″ Gen 1 BeoVision Eclipse (purchased new in 2018)

• Panel replaced by Bang & Olufsen under warranty in 2022 – so the OLED is effectively a few years old, not seven

• Non-motorized B&O wall mount included

• BeoRemote One in excellent condition – rarely used

• Original boxes and packaging – all of it

• Overall condition: very good – cared for in a private home

 

The warranty panel replacement is the headline detail here – it’s a meaningful part of the value story and worth knowing if you care about OLED longevity.

 

Location: Austin, TX USA. Local pickup welcome. Happy to ship – buyer covers actual shipping costs based on your preferred carrier/method.

More photos available on request – happy to send additional angles or close-ups.

 

Asking $4,000. Open to reasonable offers from genuine buyers. Not in a hurry – happy to wait for the right person.

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[Stan]

Probably my final entry in this thread.  By working backwards and undoing the changes that I recently implemented in my setup, I found that the problem is when I have a wired back haul between the nodes.  I switched the back haul back to wifi, and bob’s your uncle, it all works. Hat tip to the site Dong Knows Tech for mentioning problems with wired back haul in his review.

Now, I wait and watch, and see how reliable my configuration is with all the B&O on 2.4GHz (except the Eclipse). Otherwise, I’m heading to Unifi.

[Stan]

It turns out if I first go into “troubleshooting” and select the software re-start – a little easier than unplugging –  it will now upgrade successfully.  As timing goes, I have 2 Essences and a BS2 that upgraded in October, but didn’t get the upgrade indication on the Eclipse, M3 and BS1 until recently.  Might be a US, thing.

All works great now.

Thanks for the comments.

 

[Stan]

It seems there’s a new 6.5 release for some of the older products. Is anyone else having issues upgrading?  After about 4 tries, my BS1 (2nd Gen) upgraded, but my M3, Eclipse (gen1) either give me a failure message or complete, but don’t update the software.  Trying to figure out if it’s a problem with my network or with B&O somewhere.

[Stan]

I’ve recently observed some strange behavior with my beoremote one paired to my 1st gen Eclipse.  After it has been idle for a while (like all day), when I first pick it up at night, it seems dead.  I press some buttons, and I see the “bang and olufsen” logo like it is booting up.  After a few seconds, it operates normally.

I don’t think it’s the batteries because I recently changed them, and usually, I get a low battery warning when the batteries are low… and it also works fine for the few hours I watch it.

I’ve searched the menus and the internet and don’t see anything about this.

Anyone else observed this?

[jeongbae lee]

I have same problem with my BV eclipse 1st gen and Apple tv 4k.
I solve this problem by replacing hdmi cable between tv and SoundCenter by high price hdmi cable.
https://www.pixelgendesign.com/thxinterconnect/shortrange

When I watch HDMI cable advertisement youtube video, I cynically ordered with no hope of it,  but it solved all of my problem about BV.

[Ravsted]

Hi,

I am considering buying an Eclipse.

I found a MK1 with new C4 panel and a MK2 with new G16.

Both 65″

The price difference is 2K eur.

What are the main benefits of the MK2 ?

I watch DVB-T. And I watch Netflix and Kodi via Xiaomi Mi TV.

I want surround via 4x BL4000 or BL3 + BL2.

So it must be able to decode E-AC3 / DD+

Advice appreciated.

Regards

Ravsted

[Dyssegaard]

What about the ase products? I would like to have lossless spotify on my Eclipse 😉

Location: Copenhagen

[patcherley]

My Eclipse had an LG software update last night and since then my Beoremote can only control the HDMI sources attached to the Soundcenter. I reported this to B&O and they have confirmed the software update caused it and they are working on a solution.

Here is the link to the announcement which includes 2 work rounds https://support.bang-olufsen.com/hc/en-us/articles/20651659644561-Important-news

I will let you know when I know more.

Paul

[Robert]

Hi!
I have a Beovision Eclipse, a pair of Beolab 8 and a vintage Thorens turntable that I will connect. All cables will be hidden in the walls – so I am wondering what is the smartest and gives the best connection.

Should I connect the turntable to the Line-in in the Eclipse via riaa and then cable from the Eclipse to each Beolab 8 with PL cable.

Or – can I just as well go from the turntable via riaa to one Beolab 8 with which it wirelessly transmits to the other?

It will be easier to set up, but will the sound be just as good?

And does anyone know how the Beosystem 3000C is connected?

/Robert”

[TexasSnow]

I am hoping the community can help me out on this one.  I have a somewhat complex system, diagram attached.  I have two Beosound Cores each with a pair of 8000s, a Beosound moment hooked into a non-B&O receiver, a Beovision Eclipse with a wireless 5.1 setup using the wireless Beolab Receiver 1s with 8000s and a Beolab 2.  In my closet I have a Beosound 3200 (not currently connected to the rest of the system).  Also have a Beoremote halo and Beoliving home automation setup.  But my pride and joy is the Beosound 9000 Mk3 I acquired last year.  It is one of those things I think everyone coveted as a teen and I’m so happy to own it now.  I wanted to connect it to the larger system but despite numerous calls to B&O for help, I cannot seem to get the Beolink NL\ML to work.   I can neither control or stream audio from my Beosound 9000.  I have tried every different configuration that I can think of but can’t get any headway.  I even reached out to Steve from Sounds Heavenly but he doesn’t do US consults.  I am happy to post logs or anything else required to identify the problem.  I appreciate everyones guidance and assistance here.

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[20cen]

Hi all,

 

As we have recently seen how to upgrade the LG TV on old beovision eclipse series, I am wondering if it is also possible to upgrade the LG tv on first beovision contour series? Is there any problem to attach the screen? Also with the software?

 

thanks

[multicare]

Hi,

We don’t currently have a copy of the BeoVision Eclipse service manual available through Beoworld.

My B&O Icons:

[willem.van der klugt]

I can not find a service manual for the Eclipse on BeoWorld, does somebody know how to obtain a copy.

[patcherley]

I have had a Beovision Eclipse Mk 3 for 3 years and following some advice from MM have had no problems playing Masterlink sources on the Eclipse and Eclipse sources on Masterlink products. Have since added a Beosound Core which has also linked in well.

The only unusual feature is that the Masterlink products show up as link products with the Core but don’t show at all for the Eclipse. Though pressing Radio, on a Beo4, would play the radio on the Eclipse.

That has now stopped. I cannot now play any Masterlink on either the Eclipse or the Core but can play Eclipse and Core sources on Masterlink products.

Edit – forgot to say that the Masterlink source is switched on and controlled from the NL product and the source name can still be seen on the Eclipse screen, just no sound.

Anyone know what has happened?

Thanks in advance Paul

 

Beosystem 7000 -> Beolink/ML Converter -> NL/ML Converter -> into my NL products.