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  • 03-19-2008 10:04 AM

    Beomaster 6500

    I have a B&O Beomaster 6500 tuner and am looking for a manual and most importantly a remote control for it. If anyone can help me I would greatly appreciate it.
    Robert Richard Ph.D. C.M.C.
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  • 03-19-2008 10:18 AM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    Welcome to Beoworld...

    If you want two way remote communication you will need to purchase a MCP (Master Control Panel) 6500 they do come up on Ebay once in a while or you could contact "LifeStyle AV" who may have one.

    The Beosystem 6500 which includes the Beomaster 6500 user manual is available on the B&O web site, just register under "community" and you will be able to download it, or better still why not upgrade your Beoworld membership to Silver or Gold level and you can get this and many other manuals.

    Regards Keith....

  • 03-19-2008 12:07 PM In reply to

    • Medogsfat
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    Re: Beomaster 6500

    I agree with Keith re the MCP 6500MCP 5500 (same thing except the cosmetics on the panel) or even a Beolink 7000 for advanced control & getting the best out of your Beomaster. Hewever the price of these can prove to be prohibitive.

    A Beolink 1000 will work perfectly well for everyday use and will be much more readily available. To be honest I would get a beolink 1000 in any case as it is far more portable than the MCP or Beolink 7000 (which isn't really a hand held remote) and you will find yourself using it all the time unless you need to do some timer programming. Of course you could even go half way and get a Beolink 5000 which is 2 way but I aren't too sure about how good it is with the Beomaster 6500 in terms of advanced use.

     

    Chris.

    The use of metaphors should be avoided like the plague. They're like a red rag to a bull to me.

  • 03-21-2008 2:13 PM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    Thanks for the info, you confirmed what I though was ture. I purchased a MCP 6500 today from a private source so all is well. I do appereciate you all confirming it though.

    I will upgrade Keith thanks

    Bob

    Robert Richard Ph.D. C.M.C.
  • 03-21-2008 2:19 PM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    Thanks Chris, I have a Beo4 and it will do most everything but it is a pain. I purchased a MCP 6500 today from a private source away from ebay and will have it next week. I appreciate your expertise and taking time to respond.

     Ciao

    Bob

    Robert Richard Ph.D. C.M.C.
  • 03-21-2008 3:19 PM In reply to

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    Re: Beomaster 6500

    You have a PM Bob.

     

    Chris.

    The use of metaphors should be avoided like the plague. They're like a red rag to a bull to me.

  • 03-24-2008 5:03 PM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    Not sure what a PM is Chris
    Robert Richard Ph.D. C.M.C.
  • 03-24-2008 5:04 PM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    not sure what a PM is Chris. Sorry for my ignorance.
    Robert Richard Ph.D. C.M.C.
  • 03-24-2008 5:24 PM In reply to

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    Re: Beomaster 6500

    PM = personal message, look in you "inbox"..

     

    sandy

  • 07-13-2008 4:24 PM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    Hi

    I have just dropped my 6500 Master Control Panel.  Very robust!  Gave me a dinge in the parquet floor but unfortunately broke the hinges on the flap:(  Does anyone have any spares or know where I can source them.  Everything works OK which says something for the design!

  • 07-13-2008 4:33 PM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    My daughter did the same with one of my MCP5500s. The parts are no longer available - might be worth asking Tim Jarman - contact him via Beocentral. I know he fixed one of his recently but he may have used a donor model.
  • 07-13-2008 6:49 PM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    The hinges for the MCP6500 are still available as spares. I bought some 3 months ago so your dealer should be able to order some if he can be bothered!

    Note that they are not the same as MCP5500 which are no longer available.

    Regards Graham

  • 07-15-2008 6:49 AM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    Thanks Joeyboygolf - I had assumed they were no longer availableSmile.  I will go into the local dealer soon.  What did you have to pay?

    I am surprised they are different to the MCP5500 because mine look the same!

  • 07-15-2008 6:53 AM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    I didn't ask how much 'cos I needed them to complete a £1000 system!

    The moulded spigot that the hinge fits over is smaller on the MCP5500

    Regards Graham

  • 07-15-2008 7:03 AM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    I bought a pair of these for my MCP 6500 last February, and the price at a local dealer here in Finland was all of six (6) euros.

    The only hard part is removing the old hinge from the lid without scratching anything (the end in the MCP proper is just sandwiched between the case parts), easier to attempt once you see the new hinges. Part number for the hinges is 3030071, and the quantity is for just one hinge so make sure you order two.

    -mika

  • 07-15-2008 8:25 AM In reply to

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    Re: Beomaster 6500

    I used to have a BM 6500 and a MX 7000 (2 way) connected, i never used anything else than my BeoLink 5000 remote.

    E.g. you can't program the light on/off with the MCP6500. That is available with the BeoLink 5000, and I guess with the 7000 but never had one.

    I also often used the BL 5000 to program the VX7000 from link rooms, so it has a lot of capabilities.

    /MikaelB

  • 07-19-2008 9:44 AM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    I went to my local B&O dealer who said he was barred from selling parts.  I nagged him saying it was only a fitment and not electrical and he checked and it said it was 'expired product'.  Another dealer said the same.  Anyone know where I can get part no 3030071 - one hinge for a MCP6500 hinge?  Perhaps someone who bought two but only used one?
  • 07-19-2008 12:51 PM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    I can check this out for you, if you are not in a hurry - I honestly can't say when I'll have time to visit the dealer (I'll be abroad for most of August and have a zillion things to do before that). In any case, if these really turn out to be out of stock, you're welcome to have my old hinges, if they help. They are still in one piece, but the plastic gears are missing teeth, so they don't turn very smoothly, or stay "in sync".

    -mika

  • 07-19-2008 1:54 PM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    PM me your address and I'll send you one.

    Regards Graham

  • 07-21-2008 8:12 AM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    Hi Graham

    I have sent you a PM with my address.  Many thanks for the kind offer!

    Let me know if you don't receive the PM

  • 07-31-2008 5:47 AM In reply to

    Re: Beomaster 6500

    Many thanks Graham
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