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I am using non-B&O external amplifiers with my Beomaster 7000. I would love to be able to turn the amplifiers on/off with a remote relay as I switch the Beomaster 7000 on and off - as I do with my Beocenter 9000, using a 4001 Remote Mains Switch. Or any alternatives?Is there any way I can wire a spare 4001 to the Powerline DIN of the 7000 (replacing the plug) to trigger the relay in the 4001? I am sure this question has been asked before, but I couldn't find it in the forum.
garrard301: I am using non-B&O external amplifiers with my Beomaster 7000. I would love to be able to turn the amplifiers on/off with a remote relay as I switch the Beomaster 7000 on and off - as I do with my Beocenter 9000, using a 4001 Remote Mains Switch. Or any alternatives?Is there any way I can wire a spare 4001 to the Powerline DIN of the 7000 (replacing the plug) to trigger the relay in the 4001? I am sure this question has been asked before, but I couldn't find it in the forum.
The Powerlink connections on the BM7000, has a trigger voltage to power on the active speakers, you can use this. Search for powerlink pinout on the web, and you will find what you need.
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The 4002 remote mains switch should work fine if you change the plug (or build an adaptor) so that it is triggered from powerlink pin 4. I have used it in this manner, and have also successfully used the trigger from an RJ45 powerlink socket in a Playmaker.
However, the 4002 specifically states that the device controlled should be a maximum of 500W, so check your amplifier or use a different solution.
EDIT: Just realised that you were talking about the 4001 (not 4002), which I think is the US version and has a difference max power rating - possibly of 1500W if the pictures I have just googled are correct! Other details should be the same, and the user manual is on the site.
There's a DIY relay circuit here: http://beotech.beoworld.org/circuit.htm
Further to the above, B&O did make an adaptor that would allow you to use the 4001/2 with a Powerlink socket: (saves cutting any wires, and allows you to still use the PL socket)
Thanks, everyone, for the useful info.
I have just acquired a working 4001 with the plug already cut off, so I can now wire one to trigger from a PowerLink outlet. I understand pin 4 for the + power, so presumably pin 2 for the second wire?
Wanted to check before I do anything stupid...
Yes, pin 2 is correct for the other wire (ground).
See Peter Pan's 2 Aug post here for a diagram: http://www.hifi4all.dk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=32157&PN=1&TPN=7
I was browsing Amazon and came upon this switch, which could be an option for people wanting to trigger more powerful mains devices from a Powerlink (or USB) 5v trigger. It's a bit pricey, but a possible option for those unable to find the B&O remote mains switch or unwilling to make their own.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0765WBGK6/?coliid=I8QO0DLXT03IS&colid=3IR721MNWWYM8&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
I haven't bought one, but saved it in my 'wish list' just in case
This should work, too, for the US/Canada, and is much cheaper!
Like the look of this, as the mains includes ground, unlike the B&O trigger boxes.
Might pick one up...
Iot Relay - Enclosed High-Power Power Relay for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PIC or WiFi, Relay Shield: Amazon.ca: Electronics
garrard301: This should work, too, for the US/Canada, and is much cheaper! Like the look of this, as the mains includes ground, unlike the B&O trigger boxes. Might pick one up... Iot Relay - Enclosed High-Power Power Relay for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, PIC or WiFi, Relay Shield: Amazon.ca: Electronics
Yes that looks much better value - pity they don't do a 240v UK version.
Did you get your B&O remote switch working OK?
I bought the Iot relay from amazon (Canada link above) to power up the two big amplifiers I use with my Beomaster 7000, and it's now arrived. It was very easy to link it to pins 2 and 4 of the Powerlink DIN, and it works excellently. Two relay controlled outlets, one that works in reverse, and one that is always on. Good value. The only problem I had was that there were no instructions, only a link to a web page that didn't have them, but a quick chat to the manufacturers, and I was on the instructions page. A B&O two pin relay box now happily doing the switching on my Beocenter 9000. Thanks for all the advice!
Great news - glad that you are happy with the setup. The Lot relay sounds like a great bit of kit; we just need a UK version!
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This is the one you mentioned above.
Keene AC Powerswitch Relay Or Trigger Control for Iot Arduino Raspberr – K2Audio
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Keene AC Powerswitch Relay Or Trigger Control for Iot Arduino Raspberry Pi ESP32 KPS1: Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
10A would suggest a power rating of up to 1850 ish watts.
Just connect Powerlink pins 2 and 4 to the little green terminal, keeping polarity, and that's it (though I see this one also has a plug socket for the continuous trigger, and for a usb trigger).
It is pricey, though!