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almando Masterplay Installation Manual

Masterlink output for b&o masterlink speakers
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Almando Masterplay
Masterlink output for B&O Masterlink speakers
(BeoLab 3500, BeoLab 2000, MCL 9000, BeoLink Passive, BeoLink Active)
8pin DIN input for devices from B&O and other manufacturers
(audio signal detection for devices with RCA or headphone output,
e.g. Sonos Connect, Sony TV etc.)
Almando Autoplay automatic
(signal detection, speaker on/off, auto standby)
Bluetooth module for wireless audio streaming
installation manual

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  • Page 1 Almando Masterplay Masterlink output for B&O Masterlink speakers (BeoLab 3500, BeoLab 2000, MCL 9000, BeoLink Passive, BeoLink Active) 8pin DIN input for devices from B&O and other manufacturers (audio signal detection for devices with RCA or headphone output, e.g. Sonos Connect, Sony TV etc.)

  • Page 2: Almando

    And there are only a few devices that combine all this to meet the needs of their users - like devices from almando GmbH. To achieve this, we take new and unconventional paths and can rely on many years of experience.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    DIP switch 2 (operating modes: trigger voltage / audio signal detection) .......... 10 DIP switch 1 (length of the tun-off delay) ..................10 Step 5: Connect the auxiliary device to the DIN input of the Masterplay ......11 Step 6: Connect the almando Masterplay to the mains power supply ........11 Step 7: Pair your smartphone with the Masterplay via Bluetooth .........

  • Page 4: 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 5: Consumer Information On The Collection And Disposal Of Old Electrical Appliances

    Consumer information on the collection and disposal of old electrical appliances If this symbol is found on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documentation, used electrical equipment should not be disposed of with normal household waste. In accordance with your national regulations and the Directives 2012/19/EU, please take old equipment to the appropriate collection points for proper disposal, reprocessing and reuse.

  • Page 6: How It Works

    Example of use: BeoLab 3500 as a soundbar for a Sony TV As soon as you switch on the TV with the TV remote control, the almando Masterplay automatically turns on the BeoLab 3500. You do not need a B&O remote control for...
  • Page 7 Of course you also can send the music wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet to the almando Masterplay via Bluetooth. The connected Masterlink speaker ist turned on automatically. You don’t have to press any key on the speaker or on a B&O remote...

  • Page 8: Steps For Setup

    Connect both devices directly with a continuous Masterlink cable. The Masterlink cable must not be interrupted, e.g. by a junction box or a branching cable. For each Masterlink speaker you need a separate almando Masterplay. You must not connect more than one Masterlink speaker to an almando Masterplay.
  • Page 9 The almando Masterplay is available in two versions with different outputs: Version 1 with the classic Masterlink socket is suitable if you have a finished Masterlink cable with Masterlink connectors at both ends. Version 2 with a screw terminal is suitable if...

  • Page 10: Step 2: Connect The B&O Masterlink Speaker To The Mains Power Supply

    DIP 2 OFF (bottom) for devices without trigger voltage e.g. Sonos Connect, TV with headphone jack, etc. With this option the input of the almando Masterplay is operated with automatic audio signal detection. DIP switch 1 (length of the tun-off delay) DIP switch 1 can be used to set the length of the turn-off delay in audio signal detection mode.

  • Page 11: Step 5: Connect The Auxiliary Device To The Din Input Of The Masterplay

    Masterplay. After connecting the almando Masterplay to the mains power supply, you have two minutes to do this - as long as the device is in discovery mode and is visible to your smartphone when scanning for new devices.

  • Page 12: Step 9: Start The Playback On The Connected Auxiliary Device

    Step 9: Start the playback on the connected auxiliary device Stop the playback on the smartphone and start the playback on the connected playback device - if the DIP switches are correctly selected, the almando Masterplay automatically activates the connected Masterlink speaker.
  • Page 13 Step 11: Set the Masterlink speaker to Link Option 0 For the daily operation of your Bang & Olufsen Masterlink speaker you no longer need the B&O remote control. All you need to do is start playback on the connected playback device or via Bluetooth via your smartphone and the link product is automatically switched on.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Beolab 3500

    It is possible that the BeoLab 3500 still has programmed wake-up timers that must be deleted. Set both DIP switches on the long side of the almando Masterplay to ON (top). And use your B&O remote control to press this key sequence:...

  • Page 16: Technical Data

    Accessories included - Adapter cable DIN male <-> 3 x RCA female - Power Cable Accessories sold separately - Masterlink cable (various lengths) - Adapter cable DIN male <-> 3.5mm stereo male - Adapter cable DIN male <-> RJ45 (Powerlink) www.almando.com...

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