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Almando Multiplay Stereo / Powerlink-Switch
Powerlink output for B&O speakers (even BeoLab 5!)
Stereo inputs for B&O and third-party devices
(via enclosed adapter also signal detection for devices with RCA- or headphone output,
e.g. Sonos Connect, Sony TV etc.)
SPDIF input
– only at Almando Multiplay Stereo
(e.g. for Apple Airport Express, Google Chromecast Audio, Sonos Connect, etc.)
Multiplay Automatic
(audio signal detection, source change with priority circuit, speaker on/off, Auto-Standby)
Bluetooth module for wireless audio streaming
Configuration with the free app
ALMANDO CONTROL
Installation and operating instructions
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Summary of Contents for almando Multiplay Stereo
- Page 1 (via enclosed adapter also signal detection for devices with RCA- or headphone output, e.g. Sonos Connect, Sony TV etc.) SPDIF input – only at Almando Multiplay Stereo (e.g. for Apple Airport Express, Google Chromecast Audio, Sonos Connect, etc.) Multiplay Automatic...
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Page 2: Almando
And there are a few devices that combine all this in order to meet the needs of their users - like devices from almando GmbH. For this, we are taking new and unconventional paths and can rely on many years of experience. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Connecting speakers in daisy chain ....................11 Connecting speakers together with a subwoofer ................11 Step 5: Connect the Sources ....................12 Step 6: Start the almando App ..................... 13 ALMANDO CONTROL APP ..................14 Control (Main Screen of the App) ..................14 General Settings ........................ -
Page 4: Trademarks
Apple Inc. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by almando GmbH is under license. -
Page 5: Safety Instructions
Disclaimer of liability: Almando GmbH is not liable for damage to equipment caused by negligence or improper use. In particular, almando GmbH is not liable for loss of profit or other assets of the buyer. This restriction also applies to the personal liability of employees, representatives and vicarious agents. -
Page 6: Information For Users On Collection And Disposal Of Old Equipment
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. -
Page 7: How It Works
HOW IT WORKS The almando Multiplay Stereo and the Powerlink-Switch were developed to integrate external devices into a stereo setup with B&O speakers and audio system Various devices with volume-controlled output can be connected: - TVs from Bang & Olufsen, Loewe, Metz, Sony, TechniSat - Audio devices from B&O (e.g. - Page 8 You will no longer need the almando Control App in your daily use of your equipment - just the remote control of the device you want to listen to is sufficient. And this is the...
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Page 9: Steps For Setup
Google Play Store and install it on your Android smartphone tablet. Step 2: Connecting the Multiplay / Powerlink- Switch to the Power Grid Now connect the almando Multiplay Stereo / Powerlink-Switch to the mains. Speakers and auxiliary devices may not be connected until later. -
Page 10: Step 3: Establishing A Bluetooth Connection To The Smartphone / Tablet
Bluetooth, and search for new Bluetooth devices in the area. As soon as a device named "Almando..." is found, click on it and it is paired with the device. You have two minutes to do this after pressing the Bluetooth button on the –... -
Page 11: Connecting Speakers In Daisy Chain
Connecting speakers in daisy chain If your B&O speakers each have two Powerlink sockets, you can also loop the Powerlink cables through (daisy chain) - from one speaker to the next, like a chain of lights. Here you can see the connection of a pair of BeoLab 18. -
Page 12: Step 5: Connect The Sources
Step 5: Connecting the Sources INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 1 – POWERLINK (8pin DIN) Here you can connect a Bang & Olufsen system (BeoSound 9000, BeoSound Overture) with a classic Powerlink cable. Newer B&O systems (such as BeoSound Essence, BeoSound Moment) can also be connected - this input is also available as an RJ45 socket. -
Page 13: Step 6: Start The Almando App
The volume control should always be done with the Almando App, which is of course not very comfortable. Step 6: Starting the almando App If you are connected to the almando device via Bluetooth, you can start the app and get to the start page of the app. -
Page 14: Almando Control App
ALMANDO CONTROL APP Control (Main Screen of the App) The main screen of the App is divided into these sections In the top area all available inputs are listed in the order of their priority. The currently active input is shown in color. -
Page 15: General Settings
B&O speakers (input data from connected B&O devices or data generated by the almando Decoder itself for third-party devices). This is only necessary if BeoLab 5, BeoLab 4500 or BeoLab Penta are connected. Otherwise the generation of the "data signal"... - Page 16 Click on this button to get to the page displaying updating firmware. If a new firmware for your device is available on the almando server, then this line is colored red and a badge on the navigation icon for the settings displays the message "FW".
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Page 17: Speaker Settings
Speaker Settings This page is used to configure the speakers. With these sliders you can adjust the individual volume for both speakers (LEFT RIGHT). these settings can be made separately for each input (BLUETOOTH, SPDIF, INPUT 1 and INPUT 2). IMPORTANT: The connected device must be playing and the correspon- ding input must be active for the level... -
Page 18: Input Settings
- level (gain) respectively start volume. The volume control function with the almando should only activated in exceptional cases. This is only necessary if the connected device does not have its own volume... -
Page 19: Technical Specifications
8pin DIN inputs and output are 100% B&O compatible (also to BeoLab 5) Inputs - 2 x DIN 8pin / B&O Powerlink - 1 x SPDIF (only at Multiplay Stereo) Output - 1 x DIN 8pin / B&O Powerlink Stereo Power Supply... - Page 20 www.almando.com...
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