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Stoobietoo wrote:

How about using one of these and plugging into a scart socket. The scarts are usually easier to set up and control. That assumes you have a free scart input. Stoobie

Hi @Stoobietoo,

You’re right; I’m using the two scart inputs already. T’was the right call though if I had a spare input.

Julian

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Die_Bogener wrote:

The amplifier and all electronics of BL3000/4500 are quite the same. The 4500 is just bigger… and more loudspeakers.

I think you mean the BL5000 as being the bigger speakers. BL4500 appear to be just like BL3000 but with green displays, like the last build of Pentas. I wonder if they sound any different to the BL3000s?

Without a specialist checking these old hardware it’s very frustrating… 90% are simply dead ore unusable. But if its done and they are working: NICE!

Thank you for your comments – I remain ever hopeful of finding a good pair of these BL3000 wall-hangers. They’re so cool!

Julian

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Hi Guy,

Thank you for your response (I need to go and delete my reply to your other thread now.)

Tricky to convert the Wii lead to a DVI. Plus I would miss the audio.

I have been able to get the image to appear by removing and reinserting the yellow video lead. I guess that’ll be it for now unless another Beoworlder pulls a rabbit from a hat.

Julian

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Thank you Guy. This is very useful to have sight of once again.
If anyone knows of the ‘Camera’ command on a Beolink 1000 please let me know.

Cheers,

Julian

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Hello,

I would keep an eye out for a nice used BV7-40 mk5. I love mine and would certainly get another one if this one packed in, such a gorgeous tv.

Julian

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Hello,

You might struggle to use a Firestick with that BV because of HDCP restrictions.
Guy is correct in that only some converters will remove the restrictions. Trouble is afaik it’s not legal to advertise this feature.

Julian

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Hello,

Just a guess, but with B&O audio systems from the 90s the store action has always been ‘sound’, (adjust), ‘store’ ‘store’.

Not just one hit of the store button but two.

Julian

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Hello,

There’s nothing wrong with stereo tv, but if you’re thinking of going 3.1 I would recommend a Beolab 7.4 for the centre.
The 7.1 is a glorious speaker on its own, but might sound a bit muddling with the BL8000s as buddies.

(BL7.4 is mono, clear, fabulous. BL 7.1 is stereo, musical and ace on it’s own.)

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Hello there,

I don’t own a BS9000 but for what it’s worth here’s my opinion.

BS9000 is a show piece. Especially in low light. Its movement is fast and precise, like nothing else available to buy. It’s stunning.

I think this system has a place in anyone’s life if they enjoy the B&O way.

I record my favourite playlists from Spotify on to audio tape ? Just so I get the pleasure of using my Beocord 3500 to play the mix back. At night I just love the majestic lid movement and those fab LED lights dancing up and down.

I would imagine BS9000 users rip their playlists to cd, load up their Beosystem and enjoy that glorious movement on a shuffle play setting.

Is any cd player relevant today? Yes, if you love the act (and art, in this case) of playing a cd and taking the case back to your favourite listening chair to read the inlay card.

And of course, when the router fails or the ISP has a breakdown, you still have access to your favourite music.

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Hi Steve,

Looking forward to this – hope you enjoy all the technical and learn lots about some of the techniques used to make these products so beautiful. The fact that our favourite a/v maker still employs movement in its products is one of the main attractions for me.

Julian

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Isthatthebeotime wrote:

Pepps my mistake the BL7. always confuse me

No worries my friend, I was only teasing. You’ve spotted some quality B&O on-screen. Let’s keep the thread alive and well ?

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Wait, there’s some mind-blowing production work to get 4 clones in a dance party together, and you’re looking at… the turntable?!?!

? I know,you have a point, but after seeing the Beogram I found even more love for the clones (I still have the ringtone on my phone).
Thanks for linking the video ?

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pepps wrote:

Hello everyone, I recently bought a MCL2P from eBay in order to enjoy my Beosystem 2500 through a pair of Beovox 3000 (flat panel) passive speakers. On connecting (with a nice new powerlink cable from Steve @ Sounds Heavenly) the MCL2P would switch on with 2 reassuringly B&O clicks and music would flow. However, after 24 seconds (consistently so) the speakers would make a crackling sound and the music would fade away to nothing. The reset button on the front face has no effect. Only disconnecting from the mains will reset this cycle. And again, only 24 seconds of music before I hear crackle and fade to nothing. On insoection, the main PCB looks to be ok. I have freshened up only a few solder joins which were looking dull. on testing this has had no affect on the issue. Should I take out the power coils and have a look around them too? Has anyone else had similar problems with MCL2P units? I’d love to get this one going. Many thanks, Julian

Some further information: I acquired a 2nd MCL2P (this one works) and have found that the LED on the front changes to green when it’s in use. The first unit I bought which doesn’t work only shows a red LED on the front when powered on.
Does this ring any bells with anyone as to which part of the unit might have failed?

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@Isthatthebeotime I love this thread  🙂 Some of my favourites are in here – I’ll try and find images from some others I’ve noticed over the years…
Batman The Dark Knight (BV7-40 with BL90s, BL7.4)
Orphan Black (Beogram 2000 (I think))
Tomorrow Never Dies (many many BVMX sets at Karver HQ, BV Avant in James Bond’s hotel room)
National Lampoons Christmas Vacation (Beosystem 4500, complete – DESTROYED!!)

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Isthatthebeotime wrote:

This Means War (2012) Tuck’s Loft BeoVision 7-40/BeoLab 7.4 with BeoLab 5 and BeoLab 4

It’s a Beolab 7.2 ;-p

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Hello,

Have you tried to add the GoTo button on the Beo4? The may allow you to type in the frequency for the station you want.
You may also need to add the Store button to the Beo4 also. Then you can store your presets to a number.

Julian

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Hello,

You probably know this but have you placed the cd correctly?

The BGCD50 prefers the discs upside down unlike many other cd players.

Julian

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Hello,

The effect of wall mounting to improve the sound is in principal very similar to any non-rear-ported speaker enclosure. On a solid wall they’ll sound stronger than on a stud wall or on brackets.

Similar thinking to placing a rear-ported speaker on a nice solid stand.

The writing from B&O on the topic does suggest something magical will happen, but it’s just good sense to use a solid foundation on which to position the speakers.

Get the tweeters at ear level and you’ll achieve a lovely stereo image. Hang them higher and you’ll get a more bass-heavy and floaty effect, depending on the amount of soft furnishings or reflective surfaces in your listening room.

Julian

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Hello there,

To remove the top you need to power the unit and open the lid, leave it in the up or open position. Then power down.
To the left and right corners of the inside of the lid are 2 little plastic tabs. One at a time gently lift each little tab and carefully start to slide the lid up and off.

Then check all screws are removed from the rear and you should be able to lift the rear of the plastic cover and carefully slide it away from you and off.

Take care with all the internal plastics. I’ve changed belts on Beocord 3500 models and found plenty of brittle and breakable plastic pieces inside.

Julian

(Martin from this site has a good paper guide for belt changes on Beocords)

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I am not sure of your membership status…

I have the full Tony Hadley 🙂
I’ll check for those examples of set-ups.

Thank you sir!

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