Here is a new product to allow the iPhone/iTouch to be used as a universal remote. The last paragraph of the faqs specifically mentions B and O. But aren't B and O remotes rf, not ir?
ThinkFlood :: The RedEye Remote Control System
ThinkFlood :: Frequently Asked Questions - RedEye Support
Beovision 7-55 with Beolab 7-4, 9s and 4000s
Beovision 10-40 with Beolab 1s and 6000s
Beosound 1, 5, 2000, and 3000
Beotime, Beotalk, Beocoms