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Latest post 12-21-2011 12:40 AM by Evan. 151 replies.
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  • 10-02-2010 12:43 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

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    Remaining hard to reach adhesive can be gently scraped off with a screw driver.

    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 12:45 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

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    Here are all of the pieces that make up the operation panel.

    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 12:46 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

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    Attach new tape to a clean and dust free surface to get good bonding.

    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 12:57 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

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    Chris recommends that the end bezel pieces be put on first, this will make it easier to lineup the gaps on the middle pieces.

    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 1:01 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

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    After the bezel is replaced, the PCB can be slid into place. Do not forget the two screws that hold the bezel to the PCB.

    My BeoMaster left the factory with only one of the two screws. I had to go down to the local hardware store to find a replacement. The replacement is a No. 1 Phillips panhead screw.

    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 1:06 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

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    After the PCB is attached to the operation panel, connect the two wiring harnesses inside, drop it in and slide it right and snap! Its in!!!

    Just a little windex to clean up the operation panel after a 100% successful functionality test and here we have it, the final result.

    Cool

    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 1:08 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

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    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 1:09 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    Time for a sound test Smile

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    Only a white CD will do.

    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 1:18 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

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    Matches the iPod dock too!

    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 1:34 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    You, sir, are now officially a Rock Star.

    Well done.

    PS  Refoaming a woofer is infinitely easier than this, and takes much less time.

    Current primary listening:  SMMC20EN -> BG4002 -> BM4000 -> Beovox M70

     

  • 10-02-2010 2:36 AM In reply to

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    evman140:

    Time for a sound test Smile

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    Only a white CD will do.

    Yes -  thumbs up well done - looks great Yes -  thumbs up

    First B&O (1976) was a Beogram 1500 ... latest (2011) change has been to couple the BL11 with the BL6Ks *sounds superb*

  • 10-02-2010 3:50 AM In reply to

    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    Yep, I knew it - it looks good Cool

    You now need a Beogram 4500 with a trashed lid to make over!

    -mika

  • 10-02-2010 7:06 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    Brilliant stuff Evan.

    Looks awesome.Cool

    Chris.

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

  • 10-02-2010 8:30 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    Thank you everyone! and Thank you Chris for supplying the tape and instruction for applying it.

    I am very happy with the result and proud to have a "like new" system. Previously, a lot of pressure had to be put on the operation panel in some areas do to previous "repairs" to remedy the separated glass. Now it responds to the lightest touch, just as intended.

    I am also very proud to be the owner of the only albino BeoSystem 4500 Laughing

    Evan

     

  • 10-02-2010 10:26 AM In reply to

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    Thank you Evman, fantastic job, I hope I will be able to do something like this with my stuff, its just beautiful.

    Beosound 3000, BL 4000, BL 8000, BG 2404,BG 5000, BG CD50, Beocord 5000, BM 901, BM 2400, BM 4000, BV S45, BV 3702. There is nothing we cannot do, but a lot of things we don't want to do!!

  • 10-02-2010 1:18 PM In reply to

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    evman140:

    My BeoMaster left the factory with only one of the two screws. I had to go down to the local hardware store to find a replacement. The replacement is a No. 1 Phillips panhead screw.

    AFAIK they all left the factory with one screw! It is only there to stop the pcb from sliding into the release position.

    Regards Graham

  • 10-02-2010 2:34 PM In reply to

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    joeyboygolf:

    evman140:

    My BeoMaster left the factory with only one of the two screws. I had to go down to the local hardware store to find a replacement. The replacement is a No. 1 Phillips panhead screw.

    AFAIK they all left the factory with one screw! It is only there to stop the pcb from sliding into the release position.

    Its always better to screw two times Cool

    Beosound 3000, BL 4000, BL 8000, BG 2404,BG 5000, BG CD50, Beocord 5000, BM 901, BM 2400, BM 4000, BV S45, BV 3702. There is nothing we cannot do, but a lot of things we don't want to do!!

  • 10-02-2010 3:13 PM In reply to

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    Brilliant thread, excellent work - inspirational. And using white was ingenious.

  • 10-02-2010 4:57 PM In reply to

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    soundproof:

    Brilliant thread, excellent work - inspirational. And using white was ingenious.

    Ditto! Great job, Evan! Yes -  thumbs up

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  • 10-03-2010 7:11 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    Looks great!

    Olly.

  • 10-03-2010 11:11 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    joeyboygolf:

    evman140:

    My BeoMaster left the factory with only one of the two screws. I had to go down to the local hardware store to find a replacement. The replacement is a No. 1 Phillips panhead screw.

    AFAIK they all left the factory with one screw! It is only there to stop the pcb from sliding into the release position.

    Well now I am double sure that my PCB will not work its way out! Laughing

    Evan

     

  • 10-03-2010 11:16 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    Thank you once again. Smile

    If any of you have a damaged 4500 I really encourage doing this, you will be very happy with the result.

    Evan

     

  • 01-14-2011 7:32 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    Oh my God this is amazing. Thanks for sharing!

    Gustavo

  • 01-14-2011 10:53 AM In reply to

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    Re: BeoSystem 4500 Restoration

    Thank you for the compliment, Gustavo.

    Smile

    Evan

     

  • 01-14-2011 5:13 PM In reply to

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    Guys,

    I don't want to take anything away from this fantastic project but have you thought of using Fablon or other makes (sticky backed plastic) to do the same task. Much less effort, not bugs sticking to wet paint, no overspray and if you don't like the effect take it off and begin again. There are all sorts out there, especially for car interiors.

    I have even bought a "mirror on a roll" and used that for covering stuff, possibly to re-cover scartched panels (look here)

    You can get many plain colours of sticky back plastic, mettalic finishes, woodgrain, mirror finish and carbon fibre. I turned my old LS6000 TV wood finish to white using this method about 12 years ago (sadly no pics taken though) it gave it a perfect satin white finish, but I would have gone for a brushed aluminium look now if I were to do it again as I think that would look good with the black.

    I have even thought of using it to change the front colour of my Beo4 but as it is in good condition I don't want to cover the Bang & Olufsen lettering on it.

    Just a thought. Only really suitable for flat, or slightly curved "simple surfaces", and as I say, I wouldn't want to take anything off the great effort that you guys all go to.

    Stoobie

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