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B&O Playmaker

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Mrmal
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Mrmal Posted: Sat, Jan 16 2021 12:01 AM

Hi..

i just Got a playmaker to my livingroom , and like it Smile

now i want one more in my bed room ..

i Got a beovision 10 and a set of 3 speakers ..

how do i do ? Can i connect the playmaker to the tv ?  (The tv has powerlink to the speakers ) 

 

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Guy replied on Sat, Jan 16 2021 9:21 AM

Have a look at Millemissen's 31 Jan post in this thread: https://archivedforum2.beoworld.org/forums/t/29504.aspx

Relevant part as follows:

Millemissen:

Personally I’d go for a Playmaker (output of the PL set to fixed line-out) connected to a scart adapter via R/L - that is, if you are into AirPlaying.

Set the BV to option 2 (if ML built-in). Sending the AV command before the Source selected for the scart, then will result in the tv starting up with a muted screen.

MM

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Guy replied on Sat, Jan 16 2021 9:34 AM

And if you need further help with the Playmaker setup then there is lots of information in the publication 'Installation Guide for installation and setup of Playmaker Version 1.0'  Unfortunately I can't find a copy on the site but an internet search should find it.  Otherwise, let me know and I'll PM you a copy.

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A copy of the Playmaker Setup Manual version 1 can be found HERE

Regards Keith....

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Guy replied on Sat, Jan 16 2021 10:10 AM

Keith Saunders:

A copy of the Playmaker Setup Manual version 1 can be found HERE

Thanks Keith - I do struggle with those User Manual menu/folder structures.  In this case I didn't realise that the Playmaker was a 'Beoplay' device.  Any chance that a 'search' function could be added to 'User and Service Manuals' (like the one for 'Products')?

 

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Guy:
In this case I didn't realise that the Playmaker was a 'Beoplay' device.

Its not, so I have moved it and I have updated the links in this thread..  Thanks for pointing it out..

Regards Keith....

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Keith Saunders:

Its not, so I have moved it and I have updated the links in this thread.. Thanks for pointing it out..

Regards Keith....

Hi Keith,

That installation manual is incomplete. It should have 14 pages, not 9. You can see on page 5 it refers to sections on checking for software updates and setting the options. Those are on pages 10 to 14.

I have those pages as separate files, and am happy to share. A while ago I also offered to share a number of guides for Beoplay V1 accessories that are missing from the site. If you’re interested just tell me how.

Best regards,

Lawrence
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Guy replied on Sat, Jan 16 2021 1:08 PM

My copy too is complete as single 1Mb pdf, let me know if you need it.  (It's also quite good quality, not a scan).

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Guy:

My copy too is complete as single 1Mb pdf, let me know if you need it. (It's also quite good quality, not a scan).

Hi Guy,

If you don’t mind sharing it, I would love to have a copy of your single file.

Alternatively, if Keith will make it available on the site, I’m happy to wait.

Lawrence
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Guy replied on Sat, Jan 16 2021 1:53 PM

I have PMed you, but I have also stuck it on this shared link for the next hour or so: https://www.myqnapcloud.com/smartshare/6he033i7o61n82628w5zab22_6QJbsK3

EDIT: Share now deleted as file available on site - see below.

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Thank you Guy, I can confirm it is now on the web site in place of the incomplete copy.

Regards Keith....

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Guy replied on Sat, Jan 16 2021 2:59 PM

No problem Keith, happy to help!

I've switched off my share now.

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Hi Guy - thank you. I did not see you original post in time. I’ve replied to your email, but please ignore. I’ll download it from the site.

Thank you to you and Keith.

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Keith Saunders:

Thank you Guy, I can confirm it is now on the web site in place of the incomplete copy.

Regards Keith....

Hi Keith,

Per my post from last August:

“I have two pdfs for the Beoplay V1 wall brackets:

- One for Type numbers 4726 / 4737

- One for Type numbers 4752 / 4753

I’m happy to submit them for inclusion in the Beoworld User Guide library if you tell me where to send them. They’re no longer on the B&O zendesk site, as far as I can see.”

Lawrence
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lawrencejmcook:
Hi Keith,

Per my post from last August:

“I have two pdfs for the Beoplay V1 wall brackets:

- One for Type numbers 4726 / 4737

- One for Type numbers 4752 / 4753

I’m happy to submit them for inclusion in the Beoworld User Guide library if you tell me where to send them. They’re no longer on the B&O zendesk site, as far as I can see.”

 

Lawrence

If you email them to me I will add them.. Keith@beoworld.org

 

Regards Keith....

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Hi Keith - just sent. If they don’t arrive, let me know.

Lawrence
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Guy:

Have a look at Millemissen's 31 Jan post in this thread: https://archivedforum2.beoworld.org/forums/t/29504.aspx

Relevant part as follows:

Millemissen:

Personally I’d go for a Playmaker (output of the PL set to fixed line-out) connected to a scart adapter via R/L - that is, if you are into AirPlaying.

Set the BV to option 2 (if ML built-in). Sending the AV command before the Source selected for the scart, then will result in the tv starting up with a muted screen.

MM

After all these years I still use my Playmaker.

It was replaced by the BS Essence 2nd gen.

Nowadays I use it in a small standalone setup for headphone listening.

It is connected to a humble ProJect headphone amp - I use the AirPlay part and my trusty old Panasonic CD/SACD player on the line-in.

I still do like the Playmaker - it was my/B&O’s first bid on a wireless streaming device.

 

The Guide that was linked to in this thread is essential - it contains all you’d need to know for configuring the Playmaker.

Important if you want to us it this way is, that it is set to fixed line-output and that the ir reception is disabled = Option 0.

Best use a network cable.....if possible - they can be rather tricky in a wireless setup.

(I had mine on a wireless connections for years, though - without problems).

The line-in connection of the Playmaker is very handy, since it autodetects the incoming input. That can easily be used for a turntable or a CD player....

 

Instead of the method, that was mentioned in the linked thread of mine, I’d give a setup with the Beolink Converter 1611 a try.

This converter can work as a Masterlink driver - you just have to connect that with a Masterlink cable to the BV10.....and you can hide that and the Playmaker away.

 

There is a tv - and there is a BV

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