So far it looks like Peter has the field. I am still fiddling with the cables though. Will report progress or lack. Assuming Peter proves correct, any suggestions of where to look for replacement (working)? Mike

Thanks. I'll try it and see what happens. I'll let you know.

I recently purchased a complete Beo 5500 system from a godd friend and neighbor. according to him, it had been his father's and then was a gift to him. Hardly used. Everything worked fine for some time and then the left Penta when turned on, now goes red, then a very quick green, then to yellow where it stays. Of course, othere than a rather sharp