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Millemissen: Note: there is now a description of the commands of a Beo4, when a ir-sensor is connected to the Essence-box, in the FAQ's on the B&O website.
That's right - but just in case someone is interested in this!
MM
There is a tv - and there is a BV
Raeuber:Hi MM, the informations in the FAQ only mention: Modus 2 = Beo4 IR (RADIO) But why RADIO and not A.AUX? And why it's not possible to sent an IR command to an audiomaster and a bluetooth signal to the Essence at the same time? What are all the software developers in Struer doing all day long? Also the dealers know NOTHING about the different modi of the knob? So they can't sell any Essence to a customer with Video- and/or Audiomaster like me! Very annoying... Greets Räuber
BeoNut since '75
So let me see if I understand this
1/ we can Operate the Essence with a beo4 ... Http://bogo.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10017/kw/Essence%20modes
2/ we can set the Essence controller to imitate a Beo4 ... http://bogo.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/10014/kw/Essence%20modes
So if I take both steps I have the best of both worlds ?
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Or the worst of both worlds ? Only RADIO will work from the controller ?
2/ Unfortunately the 'imitation of a Beo4' is extremely limited.
Seem that it can only be used to trigger one event - e.g. if you.want a handy remote on the wall for quick access to your AudioMaster/Radio.
The only usefull situation, I can think of, is - when the Essence-box is connected (PL-out as line) to the analog-in (AV-Connector) of a V1/BV11..... - and you have the input configured as 'Radio'.
This would open the port on the V1/BV11.... to let you stream via the BeoMusic app/AirPlay directly without further control of a remote (Beo4).
But that can't be all!!!
There are three 'Modes' on the 'knob' described as 'for future use'. What is the concept???
The support page for the remote modes has been updated. No more "for future use"...
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Christophe:The support page for the remote modes has been updated. No more "for future use"...
No, simply no more reserved (and unknown) modes in the Essence remote...
I still don't understand this table.
I understand that the remote can simulate different remotes, but what is the command that is simulated? Always radio?
e.g. If have a V1. If essence remote in IR mode is set to mode 4 (beoplay) will it simulate the radio command of my current remote? This would be classic analogue radio as V1 does not support net radio or TuneIn?
not possible to switch sources with the wheelie?
Would skip track and volume work?
what is difference between mode 2 and4?
Should I contac pt beocare IR somebody experience with wheelie without essence in IR mode?
I have found that document confusing also. On the Beointegration web page there is a second document entitled mapping. It provides a bit more information.
I am planning on ordering an Essence remote today and think I have figured out how it will work for me.
Current setup is Beosound 5 wall mounted connected to a BV7 in another room, and a BV10 in same room as BS5. BV7 is video master to allow timer function.
Thus spinning the wheel on the Beosound 5 starts the speakers in the other room, connected to the BV7.
I will be mounting the Essence remote on the same wall in an old link eye opening using Settop Brackets adapter.
Reading the other document my understanding is:
short press will activate Radio which on BS 5 is assigned to Net Radio, long press will activate CD which is assigned to Net Music, and start Beosound 5 playing in that room, just as if I press a button on a Beo 4 while in that room.
Volume control on essence remote will then adjust volume in that room just as if using the Beo 4.
And I can select music on the Beosound 5, just as if I had turned system on with a Beo 4.
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@Razlaw
I assume, that you have no speakers connected directly to the BM5 - BS5 is in 'Option 0' then!?
Depending on which option your BV10 has, the 'wheely' in ir-mode will turn that on (or not).
Depending on, whether your BV10 is MLinked or not, there will come (Net)Radio or no sound from it.
Or maybe I did not understand your description of the setup correct?
Why not just use the Beo4???
Millemissen: @Razlaw I assume, that you have no speakers connected directly to the BM5 - BS5 is in 'Option 0' then!? Depending on which option your BV10 has, the 'wheely' in ir-mode will turn that on (or not). Depending on, whether your BV10 is MLinked or not, there will come (Net)Radio or no sound from it. Or maybe I did not understand your description of the setup correct? Why not just use the Beo4??? MM
You are correct, no speakers connected directly to the BM5 and BS5 is set to option 0.
BV10 is in option 6
BV10, BV7, and BM5/BS5 are all connected by Masterlink.
Yes, I could just use the Beo 4 and that is what I have been doing. The Essence remote is somewhat of just wanting a new B and O toy, with a little added ease of use.
If I am walking through the room, I can press the Essence Remote and turn music on. If I want to select a specific track I am right there at the Beosound 5.
Also, am hoping that a long press off on the Essence Remote will turn both rooms off when I have both on. I have an old link ey on the wall and do occasionally use it to turn entire system off although it serves no other purpose. It was installed in the room along with an active kit before I had a tv in the room.
My plan is to replace the link eye with an Essence Remote using the Settop Brackets adapter and gain a little functionality above the ole link eye.
Am I missing something? Do you see any problems with my plan?
Thanks!
Which ir-mode do you want to use?
The ir will activate the playback/control volume on the BV10 - touching the wheel of the BS5 will however activate the BV7 for playback etc.
Is that what you want?
Long press-turn all off will be fine, as far as I know.
Millemissen:Which ir-mode do you want to use? The ir will activate the playback/control volume on the BV10 - touching the wheel of the BS5 will however activate the BV7 for playback etc. Is that what you want? Long press-turn all off will be fine, as far as I know. MM There is a tv - and there is a BV.
Your sentence
'The Essence remote is somewhat of just wanting a new B and O toy'
now makes perfectly sense!
Happy playing ;-))
Hi guys, just for info, the Beosound Essence has a IR eye and reacts to the Beo4 too, so its very possible that the BeoTime also works.
elephant: CB:In fact, it's not just a plate where you will plug the initial knob, it's a plate plus a new knob ! FYI, the 2 knobs are identical, and the first one can be plugged into the plate as well.You make an interesting point. Buy a wall unit and make one's own plate !
CB:In fact, it's not just a plate where you will plug the initial knob, it's a plate plus a new knob ! FYI, the 2 knobs are identical, and the first one can be plugged into the plate as well.
FYI, the 2 knobs are identical, and the first one can be plugged into the plate as well.
That is a really good option to the two official mounting solutions.
I like it!
Thanks for spotting.