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BL8000 with BL6000 and the BL7-2 is a classic speaker setup from B&O.
First time the BL8000/6000 was used was with the A/V 9000 system, back then with the dedicated center speaker of the 9000 tv part.
Later on they were used with the various BV7 variants, now with the dedicated 7-4 center speaker…..and even more often with the 7-1/2/6.
Often these are complimented by the sub BL2.

These speakers are still used in a lot of homes around the world – they still do an excellent job (when looked after/serviced) and are popular to this day.
You can even buy wooden lamellas for them….to make them look more Beo-modern.

You have made a good choice – have fun with your setup.

MM

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No, it is not 2-way in that sense.
However, it receives the information from your Core, how this is setup….you might say it is then taylor made for the Core.
As an example, you can see the favourites you have made for the B&O Radio and choose a specific station from the list.

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I’d put the BV5 in Option 2 and the 3200 in Option 0 – all speakers connected to the tv…..means an integrated setup.
(Move the Airport Express to the 3200).
The BS4 should then be in Option 6 (= act as a link product) – you can only have one Audiomaster respectively one Videomaster in a setup.

Even if you would want to make changes in that room, it should be worth it to try that out before.

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@SimonWeir

I am also still on the initial Theatre SW (and not on beta).

You write about the LG update.
It was offered today to me too, however I thanked no, since we just sat down to watch a movie.
What is in that update – something worth mentioning for a Theatre owner?

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Ok – since your 3200 seems to be locked in to the cabinet, take that out of the mix (disconnect that from the mains – you don’t really neeed that and it has no speakers of its own).

Make the BS4 the Audiomaster – Option 2
and the BV5 (with all the speakers) the Videomaster – Option 2
This way you can access the DAB+ and the connected APE from everywhere (apart from the bedroom, of course) including from the BV5.

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I am afraid noone here can answer that question!

Why would you get a better discount now than in 2-3 months?

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1. You should use that option, yes.
2. Not 100% sure, haven’t tested that – but I’d say, yes it switches on with the incoming signal.
3. (If I understand your question right) sure, that is how it is supposed to work – but you will need an adapter PL/RJ45 to PL/DIN.

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I’d ask my dealer anyway.
This is not supposed to be so, even after garantie.
How old is it – has you had any fluid spilled on it or so?

Also, you could buy a new insert/inlay and reuse the housing, if you don’t have success with glue.

MM

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Known issue – please contact your dealer
Start at 5:00

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The BS3000 should support Option 6.
Read about that here on page 9:
https://bangolufsenassistentgohe.blob.core.windows.net/manuals/SOUND_SYSTEMS/BEOSOUND_3000/BS3000_RB_EN.pdf
N.B. Reading your plan, the 3000 does not seem to be masterlinked!

Some of the linkroom devices might not support (and respond to) the A.Aux command – this depends on the SW version.

Why would you want to get rid of the audiomaster/the BS4?
Adding a NL/ML Converter brings the additional sources from a NL device (which you would also need).
These can be played via the BS4.

How are your BV’s option programmed – the BV5?

You can not upgrade the BV5 – best buy a BV10 (be sure to have this updated with the PUC’s for the devices, you want to add, before you install it).
You might also get the BV11, if you are serious about installing the NL/ML Converter.

N.B.
You are very lucky to have a plan of the setup!
Many B&O setups in old houses are not or not well documented…….which makes it very difficult to give advice.

P.S.
If you want to know more about, how a NL/ML Converter works/the different setups etc, have a look here:

https://cdn.webshopapp.com/shops/98396/files/334286248/beolink-converter-nlml-ver-14-beomac.pdf

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Carolpa wrote:

Guy wrote:

I would look for a later software version (or latest SW, like Carolpa’s) if I was looking for a BS3000, rather than worrying about clamper size. Obviously the earlier ‘small clamper’ versions are more likely to have earlier software, unless they have been updated. If you search BS3000 on UK eBay they often show photos of the labels so you can get a good idea of Type Numbers, SW versions and clamper size.

I bought it then for two reasons 1) option 5 & 6 available and 2) N.Music & N.Radio accessible. ter info: now it is integrated in NL through a BLC.

That is what I would buy…..if I needed yet another ML audiomaster ?

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David Crosby – thanks for all the music – RIP.

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The version mentioned on the B&O website is from last year and probably the initial one.
Software 2.3.4.15123 – Release date 21st November 2022
I guess the time is due for ‘some bug/stability fixes’!

I wonder if what you/Sandyb got, is the same as what is called ‘beta’ by now.

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Steve used to make a cable for this!

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Sandyb wrote:

There is a Theatre software update today. Just installed my update, was pretty quick in case anyone hadn’t seen the release

Nothing here….yet.
Which version is it – any release notes?

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WiSA connection can be challenging in an environment with lots of wifi networks.
I would change to wiring with proper Powerlink cables.
Start with the fronts/18’s and see, if that changes things.

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Exactly my thoughts too.
A BV11 definitely has the Mini-A/V port as shown……there is no other way to connect an analog source than this.

Please tell us more about your actual BV model.
Your picture seems to show the connection panel of the BV Eclipse
In that case just use the method that Guy referred too.

P.S.
Netlink is here not involved – that would be another method (which would include two Beolink Converters), that probably is way too complicated for your purpose.
A simple connection cable and some fiddling with the volume setting etc is all you need.

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It says ‘out of stock’ because it is a product that has not been finished yest…..it still is being developed.

I am looking forward to get one of them, once they are available.
I had the opportunity to visit the Neomester a while ago for a demonstration of his products – and am pretty sure that the Neo Radio will be a great as an add-on for older B&O products.

MM

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Yes, the Airport Express is a good starting point (if you can get one).

Since you asked for internet radio….there are several apps providing lots of netradio station – one of these is TuneIN.
Also most radio stations have their own netradio app.

MM

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