BeeLINK basics the link amplifier

BeeLINK basics – the link amplifier.

To receive the IR data emitted from a Bang & Olufsen remote control, a B&O IR-receiver is often used. If there is already one IR-receiver in the room, this can also be used to feed the BeeLINK bus. Normally there is no need for two IR receivers in the same room.

A Bang & Olufsen IR-receiver connected to the BeeLINK link amplifier with four BeeLINK outputs.

Four BeeLINK controllers can be connected to this link amplifier. One or more BeeLINK splitters can be inserted to add outputs for more controllers.

The shown 700mA power supply is capable of driving the IR-receiver, the link amplifier and up to 15 attached BeeLINK controllers.

This basic setup is the core of a BeeLINK installation. Up to four BeeLINK controllers or BeeLINK compatible devices can be connected to this linkamplifier.

BeeLINK basics – the distribution of power and data.

The BeeLINK bus distributes the IR-data, received with the attached IR-receiver. It also distributes 12 volt power from the attached power supply.

The cable used is ordinary CAT5 type cable with RJ45 plugs. The same type used for computer network. We chose this type for several reasons. This cable is inexpensive and easy to crimp plugs on, with inexpensive tools. Also it is well suited for data transmission, and it provides us with extra leads for power supplying of the attached BeeLINK controllers. Finally many modern house installations use the same connectors, making installation even easier.

Note !

A BeeLINK bus must ONLY be connected to BeeLINK components.

If connected to LAN or other systems,

there is a great risk to damage these systems.