Release Date: 1990

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LC1 Light Controller

LC1 Light Controller

A part of the Bang & Olufsen complete home entertainment solution is the light control system which allows for the adjustment of light-settings of a single lamp, room or entire house with a Beolink® remote control.

You can also program local and global light-settings so that when you press ‘LIGHT’ and ‘1’ on the relevant remote control all the lights in the room adjust to their preset lux-settings which are stored in memory-location ‘1’. Nine local light settings can be stored with the dimming of each light unit being made individually.

Each light which should be included in the light programming must have an LC2 unit (the latest device) attached to them. It’s a small white, slim box with a dark glass ‘eye’ in the middle (see below). The ‘eye’ also operates as a tactile on/off switch – by touching it the light turns on or off; by keeping a finger on it the light dims upwards and downwards gradually.

The light-control units were also timer-programmable through two-way communication with the audio master (Beosystem or Beocenter) acting as the timer-host. In this way you could set the lights to dim when, for example your favourite TV-series began and the Beovision TV turned on! Unfortunately, since the demise of two-way communication in the mid-1990s this is no longer possible.

LC1 Light control module (1989-1992)

With the LC1 light control unit it became possible to regulate lighting levels and distribution using a Beolink 1000 terminal. The Mk3a Beolink 1000 was the first terminal to include a ‘Light’ key, and this, in conjunction with the volume keys, set the light level. Up to nine LC1 light controls could be used in one room, using the number keys on the Beolink 1000. LC1 light controls could also be preset at a number of different intensities, so that different ‘light pictures’ could be called up quickly and easily. The LC1 also had a sensi-touch area on its top surface in order that the connected light could be switched on and off manually.

Other remote control terminals that controlled the LC1 were Beolink 5000, 7000 and Beo4. Master Control Panels 5000, 5500 and 6500 did not include a light function.

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BeoVision MX 3000

BeoVision MX 3000

The prize-winning MX series was a winner in more ways than one. Quite apart from its stunning looks, it was packed with Bang & Olufsen technology to give you breathtaking picture quality. The MX3000 had a 51cm flat-square picture tube, giving you a great view from almost any angle. It wouldn’t fade away in strong sunlight either, thanks to the contrast screen which kept the picture bright and clear. And, with automatic colour tuning 50 times per second, the colours were always natural and true to life.

Pure sound
A superb picture needs top-quality sound. You obtained both with the MX series. The special Log Line speaker system gave you extraordinary lifelike sound reproduction from very compact speakers. Your stereo videos gained an extra dimension from the stereo width adjustment, which provided a wider, fuller sound image. And to receive stereo TV broadcasts, all you’ll need to do is install a NICAM decoder. There’s good news if you’re planning a round-the-house TV, video and music system too – the MX3000 could team up easily, and also gave you an extra pair of speakers on demand.

Reach for the stars
Are you planning to receive the myriad of entertainment options which satellite TV will eventually offer? Just add Bang & Olufsen’s parabolic ‘dish’ antenna and the MX3000 is all set. You’ll also find the digital search and fine-tuning system invaluable when so many TV stations are competing for your attention. The system was first introduced on the L and LX TVs; working on the same principle as an electronic tune radio, it was a great success.

One remote control, multiple connections
If you add to your Bang & Olufsen TV with a B&O VCR, or broaden your horizons and go for the complete round-the-house system, you’ll still need just the one neat remote control. The Beolink 1000 remote control unit talks to tape recorders just as easily as it does to video recorders. You won’t be short of connections either – the MX3000 can accommodate a personal computer, video games, headphones and a loop amplifier for the hard of hearing.

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BeoVision MX 3500

BeoVision MX 3500

Beovision MX 3500 appeared so light that to think of it hanging on the wall would have been quite logical. In fact, like other MX TVs, it could (and still can) be done. TV could then be watched from any angle; the set could be turned horizontally and adjusted vertically. You could also place the MX 3500 directly onto the floor. Or on one of the specially designed stands, which fully complimented such a handsome TV.

Beovision 3500 was born with perfect razor-sharp pictures colours and automatic contrast regulation. As well as quick-search Teletext. And stereo decoders that let you receive concerts in the finest stereo sound, regardless of the stereo system transmitted.

As with every Bang & Olufsen TV, you could connect Beovision 3500 to video recorders, extra loudspeakers, headphones, decoders, personal computers, TV games consoles and amplifier loops for those with hearing impairment. And if you wanted, you could also have Bang & Olufsen’s satellite receiver built into the cabinet.

You could choose from five different, clear colours for Beovision MX 3500; from the outright daring to the highly discreet.

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BeoVision MX 4500

BeoVision MX 4500

At the time of its introduction in 1988, the 66cm Beovision MX4500 was the largest TV in B&O’s innovative and stylish MX Series. But it was not just a pretty face: within the elegant cabinet was the same technology as that featured in the classic LX series. The flat-square picture tube featured B&O’s advanced VisionClear system. Which means that, 50 times a second, the colour balance is automatically regulated to give you the most lifelike picture possible. The VisionClear system also included a Contrast Screen, which tones down the effects of strong light to ensure that your TV picture stays bright.

A new interest to Teletext was given with B&Os highly advanced computer module, which allowed you to flip through the pages without having to wait. You could also store four pages permanently and flash them up just by pressing the Teletext button on the remote-control. Say you regularly like to be updated on the weather, TV programmes or the sports news – you could have

them all at your fingertips with MX4500.

Equipped for tomorrow’s world
A NICAM decoder could also be installed in order to take full advantage of stereo broadcasts.

The choice is yours
Although the MX4500 was developed for the Beocord VHS 82.2 VCR, it also, needless to say, was perfectly happy to partner other video recorders. And there was a wealth of connecting options, including B&O’s Beolink System.

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BeoVision MX 5000

BeoVision MX 5000

Beovision MX5000 marked a high-point in the development of the MX series of televisions. The MX5000 was a fully-fledged 66cm TV, housing everything that technology had to offer in the area of TV pictures and sound.

The television had a 66cm flat-square picture tube, together with automatic adjustment of the colour balance 50 times every second, so you always obtained a crystal clear picture in lifelike colours. The set could also cope easily with variable light conditions thanks to the built-in contrast screen.

Beovision MX5000 also offered a unique feature in operating comfort – a motorised swivel platform which was operated by the same Beolink 1000 remote control as the television. The whole set could be turned 35 degrees either side for better viewing. And when you turned off the set, it automatically returned to the centre position. This was the first Bang & Olufsen TV set to employ a motorised base/stand.

Beovision MX5000 was designed specially be use in conjunction with Beocord VX5000 video recorder when, together, you could pull in a live picture from another channel on the screen while you continued with the programme you were already watching. Very handy when you were waiting for a specific programme on another channel to start. Much the same could be done in later years with the advent of Picture-in-Picture – a module bought as an accessory for fitting into your television.

Like all of Bang & Olufsen’s TV range at the time that Beovision MX5000 was produced, you could also have a NICAM decoder installed for the reception of stereo TV broadcasts. It came prepared with a Teletext decoder fitted with the four most-used pages stored in memory so that you could call them onto the screen very quickly. The MX5000 also automatically chose the right Teletext alphabet when you switched to a foreign TV station.

Another feature was that of satellite broadcasts in that you could have a Beosat RX satellite receiver connected to the television in order to receive satellite television programmes. The Beosat RX unit fitted snugly under the set in much the same way as the Beocord VX5000 video recorder.

Beovision MX5000 won I.D. magazine’s I.D. Award for its design in 1990.

Beovision MX5000 US

Bang & Olufsen’s first television in the the US market was a variant, the MX 5000 US. But, because of sales factors and market conditions at the time, it was not a great success.

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BeoVision MX 5500

BeoVision MX 5500

Beovision MX 5500 was perhaps Bang & Olufsen’s most elegant high-format TV according to the 1990 catalogue. The screen was exactly the same size as other 66cm television screens, but the stereo loudspeakers were located underneath, creating a completely different look. Also, the flat design and polished surfaces in clear colours helped make this big TV seem light and elegant.

From your armchair, the whole TV could be rotated 35 degrees to either side with lust a press of the Beolink 1000 terminal. And, when you had Beocord VX 5000 video tape recorder working in conjunction with it, the MX 5500 opened up a world of technological sophistication that literally, needed to be seen to be believed.

Whatever stereo system you used, Beovision MX 5500 had stereo decoders that allowed it to do full justice to the most exquisite music track. It shifted from system to system automatically; you didn’t even need to think about it. You could also use Beocord VX 5000 video recorder to record and playback 4 hours of stereo sound and picture or up to 8 hours of stereo sound alone.

Beovision MX 5500 contained the sum total of Bang & Olufsen’s expertise in sound and picture technology. As well as giving razor-sharp pictures and totally natural colours, room was left for a satellite receiver module. And naturally, there were connections options for extra loudspeakers, computers, decoders, headphones, amplifier loop, TV games and a whole host more.

The slim, beautiful Beocord VX 5000 video recorder was carefully designed to match the Beovision MX 5500 TV.

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Beovision L 2502

Beovision L 2502

There were no fussy buttons to spoil the clean looks of Beovision L2802. You controlled it entirely with the Beolink 1000 remote control terminal. Only a discreet red light told you that the TV was ready and awaiting your commands. The flat-square 66cm picture tube gave you a clear, undistorted view, even if you were not sitting right in front of the screen. Bang & Olufsen’s own VisionClear system regulated the colour balance 50 times a second, and in variable light conditions the picture always looked good, with automatic contrast regulation and the contrast screen.

As specialists in good sound, Bang & Olufsen are always very particular about loudspeakers. That is why both Beovision LX and L models incorporated a special bass-reflex speaker system, giving you genuine hi-fi quality to enhance your stereo video tapes. You could also have a NICAM decoder fitted, ready to receive stereo broadcasts of TV programmes.

Beovision LX models had Bang & Olufsen’s powerful Teletext module fitted as standard. However, for the Beovision L2802 and L2502 models, this was left out. This was the only difference between the LX2802 and L2802 models.

Beovision L2502 had a 63cm screen; the specifications were the same as the 66cm model.

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Beovision L 2802

Beovision L 2802

There were no fussy buttons to spoil the clean looks of Beovision L2802. You controlled it entirely with the Beolink 1000 remote control terminal. Only a discreet red light told you that the TV was ready and awaiting your commands. The flat-square 66cm picture tube gave you a clear, undistorted view, even if you were not sitting right in front of the screen. Bang & Olufsen’s own VisionClear system regulated the colour balance 50 times a second, and in variable light conditions the picture always looked good, with automatic contrast regulation and the contrast screen.

As specialists in good sound, Bang & Olufsen are always very particular about loudspeakers. That is why both Beovision LX and L models incorporated a special bass-reflex speaker system, giving you genuine hi-fi quality to enhance your stereo video tapes. You could also have a NICAM decoder fitted, ready to receive stereo broadcasts of TV programmes.

Beovision LX models had Bang & Olufsen’s powerful Teletext module fitted as standard. However, for the Beovision L2802 and L2502 models, this was left out. This was the only difference between the LX2802 and L2802 models.

L2502 had a 63cm screen; the specifications were the same as the 66cm model.