Recover Dead Skybox/Openbox Flash Using Serial RS232 Null modem Cable

[Mojo007]

Could be the firmware that you loaded could always try a different one....but i would guess the box is......well you know what i mean.....the F5 boxes are not the best lol ;)
yup, tried diff firmware m8, guess you have to take a wee slap now and then eh lol...hate getting beat too, thanks for the help guy's, much appreciated :)

[gamlin31]

hi everyone, got a f5 stuck on load on display, tried unbricking through null modem route an tried putting various firmwares on but all keep getting initialize stb sdram failed, at my wits end heellllllpppppppp, many thanks mike

[gamlin31]

anybody??????

[P&D]

hi everyone, got a f5 stuck on load on display, tried unbricking through null modem route an tried putting various firmwares on but all keep getting initialize stb sdram failed, at my wits end heellllllpppppppp, many thanks mike

You have not loaded any firmware on the box if you haven't passed this screen..


http://www.greatdvb.com/forum/resources/picture2-fix-openbox-s10-www-greatdvb-com/2

If this is are far as you get......then get the error......its the wrong cable....or....the time of plugging the power in....or....the box is dead

have you tried both the eprom flash software's there are 2 of them......one works if the other doesn't

1 erom_upgrade_8Mflash.rar (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/221653d1380328066-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-erom_upgrade_8mflash.rar)
2 Upgrade_PVR800_HD_Tool.rar (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/221654d1380328067-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-upgrade_pvr800_hd_tool.rar)

[slugworth]

or trying to use a usb to serial converter instead of an old pc

[P&D]

or trying to use a usb to serial converter instead of an old pc
says he has a null cable...but is it the correct one ???

[Mojo007]

yup, tried diff firmware m8, guess you have to take a wee slap now and then eh lol...hate getting beat too, thanks for the help guy's, much appreciated :)

Well...handed this box into a guy in my area, called me 20 mins later...box fixed, "thanks, you are a good man"....."can you tell me what you did?"....NO, "thanks, you are a bad man" hahaha. i wonder what it was????

[slugworth]

knowledge is good

[P&D]

User error is not so good it cost ??? (sorry Mojo007) ;)

[slugworth]

User error is not so good it cost ??? (sorry Mojo007) ;)
ask people that killed their receiver how they did it.
Yet people still beg for channel lists daily.

[greatone3000]

unrared the file but cant open it any help please

[greatone3000]

Trying to recover f3s unrard the file but when i try to open it my windows doesnt reckonise the file any help please

[Hadron]

Trying to recover f3s unrard the file but when i try to open it my windows doesnt reckonise the file any help please

Which file are you refering to, the PVR800 file or the firmware file?

[greatone3000]

I clicked the file saved it to my desktop then used winrar to my desktop looked at it an its like a peice of paper with corner cut of eith coloured symbols when i click it comes up saying how do u want to open it i said ie but comes up about file extension dnt know if i need to d/l sumut else so i can iopen it if this helps lol


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[mtv1]

windows can't read it all you meed to do is extract it to your desktop open the tool in there you will see browse click it go to desktop and choose the file then flash the box :)

tool >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/84354d1318776390-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-upgrade_pvr800_hd_tool.zip

[Hadron]

I clicked the file...

The first post of this thread has a link for the PVR800 editor, & a link for firmware. That's why I asked which file you were trying to open.

As mtv1 says, the firmware file isn't associated with any windows programs. It is for use with the editor.

[greatone3000]

Its extracted to desktop but when i want to open it it wont


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[P&D]

Its extracted to desktop but when i want to open it it wont


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what error are you getting

[greatone3000]

Its the pvr file its extracted to desktop not got up to firmware yet cause im trying to follow the instructions which says there is 5 files but when i open the pvr file i get a box asking me how to i want to open example internet explore or wordpad

[slugworth]

you don't click on a pvr file.
for windows you click on the exe file

[greatone3000]

Ive unrard it but there is no folder that contians the items i need to flash my box

[greatone3000]

finaliy got it from a diiferent site but now it says wrong file when i click next

[Chalkywhite]

I have connected to the box with an old laptop and downloaded the firmware again, gone through all the steps just after i turn the box back on after 7 to 10 seconds im getting another message saying.. set stb memory error click back and try again, any ideas.. Forget that i tried a few more times and got connected, many thanks

[lestasmsc]

I have connected to the box with an old laptop and downloaded the firmware again, gone through all the steps just after i turn the box back on after 7 to 10 seconds im getting another message saying.. set stb memory error click back and try again, any ideas.. Forget that i tried a few more times and got connected, many thanks

What files did you use? What was the process used to get box to start firmware update? I keep getting stb memory error

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[Chalkywhite]

Like Slugworth said to one of my earlier posts i went back to the first page of this thread and downloaded the firmware from the link, and tried it a few times it was connecting but i was still getting the stb memory error so changed the parity from odd,mark,even and space it might not have been that but it was worth a go.

[lestasmsc]

Like Slugworth said to one of my earlier posts i went back to the first page of this thread and downloaded the firmware from the link, and tried it a few times it was connecting but i was still getting the stb memory error so changed the parity from odd,mark,even and space it might not have been that but it was worth a go.
What was the final setting which worked?


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[xrickbx]

:blue: dead box need recovery plz help
why i cannot...
the massage as below
synchonizining STBs
please reset target!!

pls help me

[digicon]

:blue: dead box need recovery plz help


All the help you need is in this thread start reading from page 1

[xrickbx]

i done a sat search n then it jus wen dead I have looked at the recovery software and have ordered the lead should be here 2mz

[WBAndy]

I have what may seem like a daft question here as I am so confused right now......I want to reflash an f5 that has the e001 but the RS232 cable I got has the 9 holes to fit on the back of the box but then there is not the same port on my laptop.....am I being completely stupid here or have I got the wrong cable cos when I google it I get exactly the same cable?....I assume I need some kind of adaptor?

[Hadron]

I have what may seem like a daft question here as I am so confused right now......I want to reflash an f5 that has the e001 but the RS232 cable I got has the 9 holes to fit on the back of the box but then there is not the same port on my laptop.....am I being completely stupid here or have I got the wrong cable cos when I google it I get exactly the same cable?....I assume I need some kind of adaptor?

Laptops & pc's haven't had RS232 ports fitted for years. There are RS232 (serial) to USB adapters available, but they are not guaranteed to work.

It's best if you could borrow an old pc which has a dedicated 9 pin RS232 serial port.

[megone]

DONE!!! I tell you my experience, hope can be useful...
I had a Skybox F5 stuck on LOAD and a Memobox M3 (clone of Skybox) stuck on LOAD 100. Both after a TP_PROG update.
I tried for some hours, every firmware, every timing of turning on...nothing. It did say "Please reset target" but nothing appened.

Then I thought to change cable! And with a new cable I did the trick at first try!!! No matter the timing (it worked even if I turned on the Box after 1 sec)
as soon as I turned on, the software said DONE and started downloading the firmware. It worked with both F5 and M3 with their last firmware.
So if you can't connect to the box...just change cable and be sure the cable you buy is a NULL MODEM and not just a SERIAL one.
Hope it will hepl someone!
Thanks for the thread!

[lestasmsc]

Unfortunately no such luck for me... 2 different null modem cables. I know it's the correct cable as it updated first time when I got the box until corrupted channels list update.

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[WBAndy]

Ok, I have all the gear needed, have tried both upload programmes and still get the following error............Initialize STB sdram is failed, Click back to try again.....What am I doing wrong or is my box unrepairable? Ideas/advice please Cheers

[samuelc]

This really made my day! I had an S9 that was continually rebooting and after unsuccessfully trying various programs to communicate with it by the serial bus, I had long ago given up and removed it to the "useless pile of junk that I cannot bring myself to throw out" that is accumulating in my garage! After finding your article I decided to give it another try. I have a replacement S9 so made an image of it (.abs) and loaded your program into an old PC that still has a serial connector and connected the nul-modem cable. At first it would not communicate but eventually I decided to wait to start the communication (not pressing next). Instead I turned on the S9, waited a couple of seconds, but before the S9 began to boot. I then pressed "next" and the program immediately recognized the S9 and uploaded the file. It is now working grteat as an exact copy of the replacement S9. Thank you for a program that really worked!!!
Since I am new to the site I am enjoying browsing the many varied subjects. Great stuff!
Samuel
eromclient.abs, flashburn.ini, sdram.ini,
LZMA.exe & eromUpgrade.exe & helpfile.txt.

1. Connect up your PC to the Openbox
using a null modem serial cable.
2. Switch the box OFF
3. Run EromUpgrade.exe then check the
com port setting is correct
4. Select the latest firmware .abs file. (Download her if you don't have any (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/latest-firmware-openbox-s9-s10-214492/))
5. Select "next" then switch ON the box
and follow the instructions to load
and flash burn the firmware.
6. If the process does not start, try
various time combinations of switching
the box ON after selecting "next"
7. Don't switch the power off or disconnect
while the download & flash is taking place.

If you cannot contact to your box check your null modem cable. Connections are like showen below

pin 2 ...to... pin 3
pin 3 ...to... pin 2
pin 4 ...to... pin 6
pin 5 ...to... pin 5
pin 6 ...to... pin 4
pin 7 ...to... pin 8
pin 8 ...to... pin 7

Important: Go into device manager (goto start-->run-->type "devmgmt.msc" )
or right click MyComputer--->manage--->on the left side u find device manager

and check that you are choosing the right com port. If possible use computer with serial R232 com port built on mainbord.

Have fun[/QUOTE]

[samuelc]

Download the file:- "Upgrade_PVR800_HD_Tool.rar (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/84354d1318776390-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-upgrade_pvr800_hd_tool.zip)"
Unzip this file & you have a folder with 5 files:-

This really made my day! I had an S9 that was continually rebooting and after unsuccessfully trying various programs to communicate with it by the serial bus, I had long ago given up and removed it to the "useless pile of junk that I cannot bring myself to throw out" that is accumulating in my garage! After finding your article I decided to give it another try. I have a replacement S9 so made an image of it (.abs) and loaded your program into an old PC that still has a serial connector and connected the nul-modem cable. At first it would not communicate but eventually I decided to wait to start the communication (not pressing next). Instead I turned on the S9, waited a couple of seconds, but before the S9 began to boot. I then pressed "next" and the program immediately recognized the S9 and uploaded the file. It is now working grteat as an exact copy of the replacement S9. Thank you for a program that really worked!!!
Since I am new to the site I am enjoying browsing the many varied subjects. Great stuff!
Samuel

[cornorth]

Laptops & pc's haven't had RS232 ports fitted for years. There are RS232 (serial) to USB adapters available, but they are not guaranteed to work.

It's best if you could borrow an old pc which has a dedicated 9 pin RS232 serial port.
has anyone had success with USB to RS232 cables to flash Skybox F5s? my PC doesn't have a RS232 slot - what's the difference with serial and null modem - from what I gather a null modem cable is required. Would like to know if anyone has had any success with any combo of cables, thanks

[Hadron]

...what's the difference with serial and null modem - from what I gather a null modem cable is required...

A straight through serial cable is connected pin for pin (i.e. pin1 - 1, 2 - 2, 3 - 3 etc.).

A null modem cable has pin 2 - 3, pin 3 - 2 & pin 5 - 5.

[lashley]

cant get past stb memory error

[haokieric]

I am using rs232 usb cable. I not able to flash or upgrade mt skybox f5 though. but as u said u are making yr own cable. can u tell me how? if can, I hope you can snapshot some picture on how to custom made one. thank you.

[benjidog]

first of all can i thank the members for support during 2013 I have downloaded this software and followed the instructions after the box reboots it is now going to 97% and keeps rebooting.
My box is a SKYBOX F5 any advise would be very much aprecciated.

[avruk71]

first of all can i thank the members for support during 2013 I have downloaded this software and followed the instructions after the box reboots it is now going to 97% and keeps rebooting.
My box is a SKYBOX F5 any advise would be very much aprecciated.
this backUp (https://mega.co.nz/#!MQMUyJxS!QDmh1G_CytmILWHqWN031GDhhOI1u35r8Vj8M09 0Bjg) help me. (my problem 93% ->E0001on SkyBOx, i have F5. on boot logo "AzSkybox" , i think this clone. Playback recording file no work on F5, on PS good working)

[SAWAS]

Hi,

im a newbie here so apologies for asking dumb questions:
My Openbox S11HD PVR lost all power and does not want to switch on...i have checked fuse etc and all appears fine. Reading this thread it appears i can revive my box with a firmware update. Can someone please provide me with the latest guide and firmware to use - there is a guide on Page 1 but thats from a few years ago and im not sure if its been updated since...

[cornorth]

How can I get my USB to RS232 cable to work - my laptop (Windows 7) recognises the USB device but can't seem to get the box to flash no matter what COM port I select. Is there a file I can download for a generic USB to RS232 cable to actually operate as one for the Skybox F5s to successfully flash?

[P&D]

Try here for the drivers USB-RS232 Serial Converter Driver Download (http://www.tri-plc.com/USB-RS232/drivers.htm)

[cornorth]

Try here for the drivers USB-RS232 Serial Converter Driver Download (http://www.tri-plc.com/USB-RS232/drivers.htm)
Will give it a go and see if I can get past the "synchronising stb

please reset target" Palava

[maundyboy]

how do you run config bat pleeeeaaaaaassseeeee help

[maundyboy]

synchonizining STBs
please reset target!!

HELP!!!!!! WHY CANT I GET PAST THIS?

[P&D]

synchonizining STBs
please reset target!!

HELP!!!!!! WHY CANT I GET PAST THIS?


Which software are you using ??? see this thread http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/openbox-s11-help-390934/#post2187141

What are you using com to com or Usb to com ???

[adain murphy]

hello brand new 2 this site,so not sure who 2 ask what but here goes,for last few days all channels on my skybox f3 seem 2 b in slow motion,espeicaly noticable watchen football,i didnt change aneything for it 2 happen and was fine since i got it 6 months ago, ane1 aney ideas how i cud fix this,or how it happened all of a sudden?thank u in advance.

[cornorth]

A how to guide on how to fix a corrupt firmware image in the OpenBox S9/S10 and Skybox S)/S10 Even if it seems bricked.

This guide is taken from another forum so big thanks to auther.

Box does not respond or displays On?
If your box does not respond, or no displays light there is a good chance the current firmware on the box is somehow corrupt.

You will need to use this tool (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/84354d1318776390-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-upgrade_pvr800_hd_tool.zip), connect a Serial RS232 Null Modem Cable to the box and follow the instructions.
Hopefully it will bring your box back to life.

instructions

Download the file:- "Upgrade_PVR800_HD_Tool.rar (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/84354d1318776390-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-upgrade_pvr800_hd_tool.zip)"
Unzip this file & you have a folder with 5 files:-
eromclient.abs, flashburn.ini, sdram.ini,
LZMA.exe & eromUpgrade.exe & helpfile.txt.

1. Connect up your PC to the Openbox
using a null modem serial cable.
2. Switch the box OFF
3. Run EromUpgrade.exe then check the
com port setting is correct
4. Select the latest firmware .abs file. (Download her if you don't have any (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/latest-firmware-openbox-s9-s10-214492/))
...

in step 4 is there a particular firmware version that has more success than others, whether clone or not for F5s?

[mickyd123]

is the software to recover a f5s all the same apart from using f5s firmware ?
thanks
ok found a tool on here that someone had success with what bits rate should I set it to or leave at 115200 ?
and the parity drop down selection should I leave it at even or select none,odd,mark or spacve

the flashing tool is f3 eprom upgrade kosat tool

[benjidog]

I have tried every download from this forum without success the Erom upgrade will allow the box to boot up to 97% and starts all over again. Other downloads just take the box back to a dead box.
The box I have I now know to be an F5s clone, any help would be very much appreciated.

[digicon]

Try different clone firmwares until it works, all the ones posted on this site may not work you will have to find one that does yourself

[cornorth]

Try different clone firmwares until it works, all the ones posted on this site may not work you will have to find one that does yourself
My Skybox F5s following the update c.18/12/13 has been stuck on "load". I've tried the firmware options from the skybox website and used different versions of the EromUpgrade but STILL cannot get past the Synchronizing STBs... Please reset target! when I switch the box on, I get the dim red light and the "8". What options do I have from here? and should my box be genuine or a clone how would I know and what alternatives does this give me? Thanks

[digicon]

Try the other Clone firmware sites which have all been mentioned numerous times in this section: http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/how-do-you-fix-looping-skybox-f5-329114/index2.html#post2131058

[wolfe]

My box died if i flash it will i have to reinstall ccam

[water46]

Hi thanks for info
what is the file required for repairing skybox f5s
please thank you

[benjidog]

After trying many times to recover a dead F5 and spending hours on this excellent Forum I read somewhere from a member of Digital Kaos who I will always be in his debt and I'm very sorry I don't who that member was but many thanks.
I was directed to this site and at my first attempt with their software problem sorted.

www.hddvbsw.com (http://hddvbsw.com/index.php?c=key_home)

[makster1978]

hi I have the number 8 on my f5s display iv tried various loaders and genuine firmwares with no joy my f5s is genuine to,after getting reseting target done I then get the message stb mermory error please click back and try again,any help guys?

[water46]

:grey:I have a9pin rs232 on sky f5s box and 15pin on my laptop bought a cable with this configuration but cannot make a connection to flash box(stuck on load).
any suggestions or anybody out there will do flash

[Hadron]

:grey:I have a9pin rs232 on sky f5s box and 15pin on my laptop bought a cable with this configuration but cannot make a connection to flash box(stuck on load).
any suggestions or anybody out there will do flash

The 15 pin connector on your laptop is a monitor connector, not an RS232 serial connector.

Do you, or any of your mates have an older pc/laptop with a dedicated serial (9 pin) connector?

[water46]

Thanks for your response. Newbie at this but information use full
Is there another way of rectifying this problem

thank you

[P&D]

No the only way is like Hadron says above

[utdman]

Hi i recovered my dead skybox f3 using this software make sure you tick bootloader option and follow instructions i used latest firmware

Ive loaded this software but it keeps coming back to the e001 error??? do i need to load anything else?

[Celldweller]

Other than it having to be a RS232 Null Modem cable, are there any other specifics such as it having to be 9 pin?

[Celldweller]

Knew it wouldn't be long until I had to ask for help.

So I have got to

3. Run EromUpgrade.exe then check the
com port setting is correct

What Port do I need? Currently it is set on COM 1
Bits Rate: 115200
Parity: Even
Operation mode: Upgrade

This all correct?

[mini]

Openbox s12 stuck on red light, I have tried all loaders and no luck. The ALI loader says receiving chunk and then times out. With the other loaders it connect some times with 'stb memory error' but that is only if I remove the rs232 connnection and replug, It never connects when I switch box off/on. Could it be hardware issue?

[mtv1]

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads.php?do=file&id=2859&act=down&actionhash=1391121143-e962bb754cdc9fa2107cf0d945397d3cf8a24810

try that one worked for me if not its dead mate time to let go time is a great healer get a new puppy dreambox800 se lol

[mini]

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If this occurred unexpectedly, please inform the administrator and describe the action you performed before you received this error.'

[mini]

I'm currently running a dm500v8 for myself, I got this as a spare for the other room. I've also got a AMG588s that needs firmware. I'm not having much luck :blue: ;-(

[ads70]

Hi guys,
I am new to this forum, I currently need help to recover my dead skybox F5.
Ok so here is the issue when i turn on the F5 box nothing happens it has a faint red light on the front panel when powered up and also the ethernet ports light up too, so i assume at this point the box needs a reflash with a RS232 Null modem cable.
I have tried doing a reflash with the RS232 null modem cable on my pc (windows xp) i have downloaded a few different upgrade tools from different sites. When I open the EromUpgrade icon i have the port set to COM1 as per my device manager on pc, bit rate is 115200, parity is even. Operate mode as upgrade.
So at this point when i click on browse i get 2 file options one is eromclient.abs and the other is eromclient_M3606.abs i have tried selecting either one then i click on the "include bootloader" box, when i click on NEXT i get a popup message that says "Wrong File!".
I have also tried browsing and selecting different images such as SKYBOX_F3_M3_3601HD_CMT.abs etc.. I have tried old and new versions ones again from different sites, after selecting one of these files i am able to press NEXT then it says synchronizing STBs.. please reset target! at this point i switch on the F5 box it waits then its says "Set stb memory error" click back and try again... I have tried all this above with even selecting the "data dump" option in the operate mode bit but still the same probelm.
Can someone please advise where i am going wrong?? What file do i actually select once i click on the browse button ?
sorry for the long message i thought i would get much info in there as possible... Any help or advice please? as i am pulling my hair out.. Thanks

[mesterp]

My A3 box was stuck in a loop, it just kept counting round to L090 then restarting and doing the same again. This thread sorted it for me, pretty simple to follow, many thx darvash.

[TurboPirate]

Hello got an F3 wish turn OFF while watching TV and never got it to work, no lights no display nothing, I used all the rs232 tools for this receiver and nothing, all I get is syncronize STB when I power the receiver ON with rear switch I get message DONE after that a few seconds and message STB in error status. No idea what to do, if I need to buy new memory chip or what. Thanks Turbo

[ads70]

Hello got an F3 wish turn OFF while watching TV and never got it to work, no lights no display nothing, I used all the rs232 tools for this receiver and nothing, all I get is syncronize STB when I power the receiver ON with rear switch I get message DONE after that a few seconds and message STB in error status. No idea what to do, if I need to buy new memory chip or what. Thanks Turbo

With the box powered on and the Ethernet cable in the back of the box, does the Ethernet ports light up?

[Kamil1985]

i have skybox f5, and i have a problem with loading, its keep counting till 100 (L100) and restart again from the beginning. i need a help

[digicon]

i have skybox f5, and i have a problem with loading, its keep counting till 100 (L100) and restart again from the beginning. i need a help

All the information Guides etc.. are in this very Thread

[plumbit]

I am having rebooting issues with my Skybox F5 on load up (looping.) I have reflashed it succesfully, re-programmed channel lists and also re-installed CCcam, but all scrambled channels are still scrambled. I can watch all FTA channels no problem. What i have found is it will reload after 3 attempts without the satellite f-connecter plugged in but won't load with it connected. This is what is causing the scrambled channels to remain so. Any ideas other than a single strand of outer wier touching the inner as i have redone this several times and there is no wire touching. Every idea welcome? No CCcamshows on info screen when program change.

[mtv1]

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/skybox-f5s-needing-help-399571/#post2221828 try that :)

[plumbit]

Thanks MTV but its a twin cable and highly unlikely both go together, plus have cut back and refitted several times.

[plumbit]

Without the cable connected it will load, but wont descrammble in this mode.

[P&D]

Without the cable connected it will load, but wont descrammble in this mode.
sounds like a faulty box or lnb fault
the picture won't unscramble if the cable's not plug'd in

Easy test....take the box to a mates setup if you have one with a similar setup...try the box
if it run's ok then has to be a break in the cable or a faulty LNB

Easy when you think about it

[TurboPirate]

With the box powered on and the Ethernet cable in the back of the box, does the Ethernet ports light up?

Yes, 1 more then the other but it does.

[Cud1872]

Hi all, I have read through this thread thoroughly (yep all 39 pages) to look for answer to resolving dead F5s. The problem im having is box is showing figure '8' with faint red light, have tried to go through all the different links to Erom upgrade for F3/F5/F5s which all have the same Erom Upgrade tool - STB EROM Upgrade 2.0.0c. After I go onto browse file put in a .abs file (I have tried many different ones) and press next it comes up with 'Synchronizing STBs.. Please reset target!' . At this point I have tried many methods of powering up box, putting plug in/putting power cable in and connecting at different times i.e. 2 secs, 4 secs, 7 secs but unfortunately it just wont connect. I have just reflashed a openbox S11 and have previously done a few before with no problems. So why cant I get this Skybox F5s to sync with Erom? Any advice giving greatly appreciated.

[xtrabbia1974]

hi mate
im trying to bring my box back to life and im following your instructions but when i get to number 3
im unable to run eromupgrade.exe
my computer asks for the com port details which ive identified and filled in correctly and when i run it it keeps telling me its the wrong file
please advise me on were im going wrong
thanks

[P&D]

hi mate
im trying to bring my box back to life and im following your instructions but when i get to number 3
im unable to run eromupgrade.exe
my computer asks for the com port details which ive identified and filled in correctly and when i run it it keeps telling me its the wrong file
please advise me on were im going wrong
thanks
Are you getting file mismatch ??
also what box ??

[xtrabbia1974]

hi
im following the steps in the instructions and when i click run for the eromupgrade.exe it just keeps telling me wrong file
its for a skybox f3
many thanks

[Hadron]

hi
im following the steps in the instructions and when i click run for the eromupgrade.exe it just keeps telling me wrong file
its for a skybox f3
many thanks

This can happen if it doesn't recognise the file you select in the browse window.

Are you selecting a .abs file for your model of box?

[Cud1872]

Hi all, I have read through this thread thoroughly (yep all 39 pages) to look for answer to resolving dead F5s. The problem im having is box is showing figure '8' with faint red light, have tried to go through all the different links to Erom upgrade for F3/F5/F5s which all have the same Erom Upgrade tool - STB EROM Upgrade 2.0.0c. After I go onto browse file put in a .abs file (I have tried many different ones) and press next it comes up with 'Synchronizing STBs.. Please reset target!' . At this point I have tried many methods of powering up box, putting plug in/putting power cable in and connecting at different times i.e. 2 secs, 4 secs, 7 secs but unfortunately it just wont connect. I have just reflashed a openbox S11 and have previously done a few before with no problems. So why cant I get this Skybox F5s to sync with Erom? Any advice giving greatly appreciated.

Hi folks, anyone help with this post above from earlier in the week??

[Hadron]

Hi folks, anyone help with this post above from earlier in the week??

I have experienced a couple of boxes like yours, where the box isn't even recognised at switch on & have come to the conclusion that there is more wrong with the box than just a simple reflash.

Like any kind of electronic equipment, failures do happen. The fact that you have flashed other boxes rules out any "finger trouble".

[xtrabbia1974]

hi
it doesnt give me an option or a choice to pick a box

[P&D]

hi
it doesnt give me an option or a choice to pick a box

Read Hadron post again not a box a file
do you have a backup of the box on USB??

if you do use that as the file to load...if not the download the file from skybox.cc

[tommyjug]

wrong software or programme try this programme erom_upgrade_8Mflash.rar it worked for me thepvr800 was the wrong one it took me a hour to think oh maybe it the erom_upgrade_8Mflash.rar .let us know

[edrojo]

Dude thanks, you save my box, after two days going crazy

[edrojo]

Ok I was having the same problem and just fixed it finally after a lot of trial and error heres what I did -

downloaded http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/133769d1343185075-just-recovered-dead-skybox-f3-software-erom_upgrade_8mflash.rar

then downloaded some older firmware -
SKYBOX_3601hd_CMT_120820071a.abs
(if you search google you will find it)

Then I plugged the box in and attached the null modem cable,
opened up the erom upgrade folder and ran CONFIG.BAT
then ran EROMUPGRADE

Selected the firmware I downloded
Ticked Include Bootloader
Clicked next
when it says-
synchonizing stb
Reset target

I unplug and replug the power cable out of the back of the box quite fast it will then let you carry on and recover the box

once recovered you can update to a later firware via usb or the X3 Lan tool.

hope this works for you as I was pulling my Hair out yesterday

Dude thanks you save my box, after two days going crazy wit the damm Set stb memory error. Regards

[antomac]

sitting at home watching tv when my s10 just went blank
tied the usual power fuse etc all ok but when I took out the
cable from my dish at the back of box it was red hot and on
checking cable t was wet so water getting in to my cable as
it runs down front of house as the cables upstairs thru the
attic are ok so just wondering anyone ever have this happen
if yes was box fixable

[Mario.D]

Will this work on a Skybox A3
The box are supposed to be a legit one.
The box just reboots after it counted to 100.
Not sure why this happend but i had just sent back TPROG.dbs file to the box.

Edit problem resolved

found a program with correct bootloader.
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/just-recovered-dead-skybox-f3-software-282932/

[brainben]

Thanks bros, please in my case when i browse to use the upgrade and after that when i click on next, it says wrong file please can you help?

[slugworth]

many loaders have no firmware bundled,you have to find that yourself.
It sounds like you are trying to load the .abs file that is part of the loader itself or you are trying to load firmware from another model receiver.

[Marko81]

When i try and sync stb after a few seconds it says stb memory error. What does this mean? How do i flash my box. Always says load on display. This is foung my head in. 5 days now.arghhhhhh

[asifaliiqbal]

Does anyone know where I can get a serial RS232 Null Cable from? - my laptop has 15pins and the skybox has 9pins so not exactly sure what I need

[jon50]

I have the constant reboot issues

[Hadron]

Does anyone know where I can get a serial RS232 Null Cable from? - my laptop has 15pins and the skybox has 9pins so not exactly sure what I need

Do you know anyone with an older pc that has a 9 pin serial port? It's always best to use a pc with a built-in port first.

Other than that, you need a USB to serial adapter. These are not always guaranteed to work though. You can find them on Ebay or Amazon.

To go with it, you will need a null modem cable (female to female). Make sure it's a null modem cable & not a straight through serial cable. They look the same, but are wired differently.

The 15 pin port on your laptop is for an external monitor.

[stacker]

Bought what was to be a Null modem cable - but turns out to be a serial extension cable. I am assuming this is not the same or is it? Will give it a go.

[Mulzac]

A how to guide on how to fix a corrupt firmware image in the OpenBox S9/S10 and Skybox S)/S10 Even if it seems bricked.

This guide is taken from another forum so big thanks to auther.

Box does not respond or displays On?
If your box does not respond, or no displays light there is a good chance the current firmware on the box is somehow corrupt.

You will need to use this tool (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/84354d1318776390-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-upgrade_pvr800_hd_tool.zip), connect a Serial RS232 Null Modem Cable to the box and follow the instructions.
Hopefully it will bring your box back to life.

instructions

Download the file:- "Upgrade_PVR800_HD_Tool.rar (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/84354d1318776390-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-upgrade_pvr800_hd_tool.zip)"
Unzip this file & you have a folder with 5 files:-
eromclient.abs, flashburn.ini, sdram.ini,
LZMA.exe & eromUpgrade.exe & helpfile.txt.

1. Connect up your PC to the Openbox
using a null modem serial cable.
2. Switch the box OFF
3. Run EromUpgrade.exe then check the
com port setting is correct
4. Select the latest firmware .abs file. (Download her if you don't have any (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/latest-firmware-openbox-s9-s10-214492/))
5. Select "next" then switch ON the box
and follow the instructions to load
and flash burn the firmware.
6. If the process does not start, try
various time combinations of switching
the box ON after selecting "next"
7. Don't switch the power off or disconnect
while the download & flash is taking place.

If you cannot contact to your box check your null modem cable. Connections are like showen below

pin 2 ...to... pin 3
pin 3 ...to... pin 2
pin 4 ...to... pin 6
pin 5 ...to... pin 5
pin 6 ...to... pin 4
pin 7 ...to... pin 8
pin 8 ...to... pin 7

Important: Go into device manager (goto start-->run-->type "devmgmt.msc" )
or right click MyComputer--->manage--->on the left side u find device manager

and check that you are choosing the right com port. If possible use computer with serial R232 com port built on mainbord.

Have fun

I don't know if I am posting in the correct area.
I am unable to reboot my Skybox M3 after software upgrade, It keeps showing invalid format.
Can you help......

Mulzac

[Mulzac]

Will this work on Skybox M3 also. I cannot reboot after software upgrade.

Help.

Mulzac

[Barndogs]

SKYBOX F5 ******* needs alternative upgrade tool from that listed on first page of forum********

Download the upgrade tool here. (or search for skybox F5 upgrade tool)
SKYBOX F3 M3 F5 RS232 Upgrade TOOL--Shenzhen Bi-Union Electronics Technology Co., Ltd SKYBOX CLOUD IBOX VU SOLO2 DREAMBOX (http://www.bi-union.com/en/xiazai/xiazaiDetail_82.html)


Download the firmware here.
SKYBOX_F3_F5_M3_CMT_131223046C
SkyBox | SkyBox (http://www.skybox.cc/downinfo.asp?id=102)

I had the STB error using the other upgrade tool this sorted it, and worked first time.

[lynne05]

just got skybox f3 no display but light at back when Ethernet plugged in will an upgrade sort the problem through null modem cable

[digital dan]

Does anyone have a link to a USB to null cable that will definitely work?

they range from ?2-25

[Hadron]

Does anyone have a link to a USB to null cable that will definitely work?

they range from ?2-25

Haven't tried it myself, but another member used an adapter that used the prolific PL2303HX rev D chipset that worked for him.

Prolific PL-2303 HXD USB to RS-232 Serial Adaptor Compatible with Windows 8 7 UK | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321324650440?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649)

[madman46]

Anyone fixed a skybox M5 not booting with dim display only 8 digit showing. Will these programs work on M5?

[lestasmsc]

Tried to no end trying to fix HDTV 500 V8 but nothing will get it out on "On". When it first took flash the "On" would disappear and come back but now stays constantly. Any ideas how to overcome total brick?

Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk

[mikeywithanr]

Does anyone have a link to a USB to null cable that will definitely work?

they range from ?2-25

literally just used this today for F5S which was stuck on load after TP update - all worked fine .
Startech 1-Port USB to Null Modem RS232 DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable with FTDI: Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Startech-1-Port-Modem-Serial-Adapter/dp/B008634VJY/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1399985816&sr=8-5&keywords=rs232+to+usb)

[madman46]

Anyone fixed a skybox M5 not booting with dim display only 8 digit showing. Will these programs work on M5?

Just a update for anyone with problems with the skybox m5. Got the box working no problem used the recovery tool for F3 from skybox website the tool from first post wouldn't work for what ever reason.

[lynne05]

when trying to fix my skybox f3 through rs232 cable with upgrade tool it says synchronising stb s please reset target but can here laptop connect when I turn box on can anyone help please

[theei]

Phew; was getting beginning to get disheartened but finally got the F5S back!
Thanks!


Just FYI:
I updated AJs channel list (25-5-14) on my F5S and it got stuck showing 'LOAD' on boot.
Got this USB->R232 cable from amazon: Startech 1-Port USB to Null Modem RS232 DB9 Serial DCE Adapter Cable with FTDI (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008634VJY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) (I have a win7 64bit laptop without a serial port).
Tried following the instructions from the 1st post but kept getting the 'stb memory error'.
Hunted down this version of the tool (erom_upgrade_8Mflash) from here:
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/f5s-flashing-388148/#post2175617
and it worked 1st time. (Took about 4 mins and that was with the latest firmware from skybox.cc too).


Other than the COM Port # being correct I don't think its other settings matter; COM port settings on my laptop are still on their defaults:
Bps: 9600
Parity: None


Whereas I left the flash-tool's settings alone (as per the ReadMe.txt):
Bps: 115200
Parity: Even
etc.

[nick2003]

ive got an f5 box which is dead ive been tryin for 2 weeks now with upgrade tools but just keep getting stb memory error I no its not my lead or laptop as I have done a few f3 with no problem ny help would be appreciated thanks

[leong]

Hi,

I run into problem on recovering skybox f3s. It stuck on load. I try to upgrade steps and it stucks on the below:

it comes with set STB memory error <<<<< i try the config.bat but it still prompting the same error message.

[nobara]

IF it comes with set STB memory error please run config.bat file (260190 ) before running loader


Have fun

I hope this will work because anything else fails.

[deano16]

Hi,

I've got 2 skybox f3 that packe up 1 last saturday and 1 last sunday i've got rs232 cable and i've downloaded the software to recover box but all i get when trying to fix both boxes is stb memory error!!!

even if i try to dump i get the same as when i try the update!!!

When try update what update file should i be trying to update with? as when i try the files that are in the zip folder i get wrong file message but when i try other firmware files i have on my laptop i just get the stb memory error!!

Can anyone please help??

Thnaks

[cltk]

my openbox s10 can't boot! it's dead.
I'm going to follow your instructions

Thanks!!

[chad123]

ih will this worke on a cloud ibox thanks

[pri1230]

I can also confirm that this startech cable works had exactly the same problem as theei and with the instructions on the first page I sorted it.

[mbou]

skybox f3 kept dropping abs file and losing all settings
reloaded backup files a few times and bought it back to life......
recently crashed again and it just says 'load' on the front and you can't access interface via remote.

downloaded all tools and tried all of them, i get as far as synchronising STBs....Please reset target! but nothing happens.

i have com3 and com4 active on my pc
i have a serial connector from pc to box
settings i have are 'com3/com4', bit rate 9600, parity none, operation mode upgrade, selected abs file, include bootloader ticked....
tried on all of the programs and so far, zip.

any pointers much appreciated.:miserable:

[hfxlad]

If one of the flashing software doesn't work the other should

1 erom_upgrade_8Mflash.rar (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/221653d1380328066-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-erom_upgrade_8mflash.rar)
2 Upgrade_PVR800_HD_Tool.rar (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f184/221654d1380328067-recover-dead-skybox-openbox-flash-using-serial-rs232-null-modem-cable-upgrade_pvr800_hd_tool.rar)
this is from P&D and number 1 as always worked for me on a few boxes just read the the readme txt first and put the the firmware in that is needed for your box and everything will be all happy again and if not devorce her.thanks P&D.

[deano16]

Hi all,

Wondered if anyone could help me, i'm trying to repair 2 f3 boxes that packed 1 day after each other!! The first box packed after i did channel scan and now nothing it's like box dead nothing lights up or anything and the next day I updated the 2nd box with channel list and now all that does it say load on display

I've only got a laptop so no rs232 port so i bought rs232 to usb cable and all i get is the set stb memory error!! I've seen found 2 old pc's which have the rs232 port on but still waiting fir cable to arrive with rs232 on both ends, so i thought i'd try the usb cable and all i get on pc is please reset target! I've been trying for days to fix, just wondered why 2 different computers do different things when trying to upgrade!!

Hopefully can sort both boxes today when rs232 cable on both ends arrives, just wondered if anyone had any ideas on what to try in case the cable doesn't arrive today, I've read every post on this thread and other threads from other forums!!

Thanks

[deano16]

Quick update on above post

Cable arrived today and fixed both boxes first time with rs232 on both ends!!! Would not work at all with usb but first try on both boxes with proper cable!!

Thanks everyone for posts about how to recover boxes!!!

[07fielBi]

openbox only uses 3 pins
2-3
3-2
5-5

Although I find your comments to be arrogant on this thread, I am happy to say thankyou!

Using what you said about the 3 pins I successfully got my USB to Serial to work.

I bought a straight through serial rather than a null by accident.

So I used your pin layout to fix the problem.


Thanks!!

266480

[07fielBi]

If anyone is struggling to get a USB to Serial working them please feel free to contact me.

I also have made a thread that should help

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/flash-openbox-skybox-usb-serial-427806/#post2328930

[sab82]

HI ALL, I have Skybox F5S, with the loading issue. I have tried the RS232 procedure with the Null Modem cable, but the issue still persists, the box is still loading and not coming back. Thanks for the response and help. AB

[any-mgzt]

I am trying to reset an V5S Openbox with the RS232 tool, it starts to download but seems to stop at 4%, it gets there quite quick but hangs at 4%.

Any ideas?? I have tried 2 different Null Modem cables and its its the same.

Update it now stops at 47%.

Pulling my hair out now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Took it into work used laptop with RS232 port and plugged power supply into switched socket, (softer start of V5S), TOTAL success easy as PIE.

Great work on here to all who contribute.

[Cavelier]

My PC does not have a Coms Port is there an alternative most modern computers dont have a coms port ?

[dougm1970]

My PC does not have a Coms Port is there an alternative most modern computers dont have a coms port ?

usb to rs232 cable.....AND...a null modem cable into that.
it was only way I could get it to work after usb to rs232 alone wouldnt work for me.

[paul93]

skybox F3s was dead then i flashed it with RS232 cable with latest software from skybox.cc and now its on but the problem is it doesnt recognise 28.2 sky uk it shows signal intensity 34% and signal quality 12% but on same dish when i connect other box it shows 90% and 76% so what could be wrong with skybox f3s any help will be appriciated or someone pm me plz thanks

[z11]

Hi Guys,

I have an M3 HD and eventually got it to connect, go through the 2 stage reload but once its finished it just goes into the reload loop again- tried many firmware still the same.
Anyone else have this or know of a fix?

Thanks

[z11]

Oh forgot - I also have one of the new wifi only M5 HD and after shut down it keeps loosing the network settings- any ideas?

Thanks

[handyguy2002]

hi guys,

I have a skybox f5s that works fine when there is no sat pictures on it, but as soon as I try and but a channel list or scan channels then try to watch them, the box just freezes on whatever channel the box has on ,,,I have tryed a serial bootload and it still has not fixed the problem, delete the channels or take the sat cable out the box acts normaly, i can watch youtube and yourpown as normal i just cant watch sat channels, yes ive tryed diffrent firmwares and channels but still nothing, so im thinking there is somthing faulty with the tuner part of the box,,

[Hadron]

hi guys,

I have a skybox f5s that works fine when there is no sat pictures on it, but as soon as I try and but a channel list or scan channels then try to watch them, the box just freezes on whatever channel the box has on ,,,I have tryed a serial bootload and it still has not fixed the problem, delete the channels or take the sat cable out the box acts normaly, i can watch youtube and yourpown as normal i just cant watch sat channels, yes ive tryed diffrent firmwares and channels but still nothing, so im thinking there is somthing faulty with the tuner part of the box,,

Sounds similar to the problems encountered in this thread:-

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/much-coincidence-400956/

It gets interesting from post #65.

[redgirl8]

Hi will a usb cable work or does it have to be RS232 my laptop doesn't have a 9 pin connection only usb
thanks

[themauker]

I have a skybox f5s with the dim 8 error.

Anytime I try to flash it it says stb memory error. Tried the config file and still the same.

Any ideas?

Thanks in advance

[shawy1970]

Hi,
Having bought a brand new Openbox v5s, I installed the latest f5s software, and also TP_PROG which seemed to all be working fine.

I then put in my xxxxx, and was promted to reboot. I turned off the box, and ever since it has been stuck on LOAD.

I have read thousands of posts, on hundreds of sites and having no luck what so ever.

I am connecting my Openbox to my laptop using a USB to RS232 and a null modem.

These are the steps I am taking and what is happening. Any help would be GRATEFULLY appreciated:

I am connecting my laptop to my Openbox via a null modem and a usb to RS232.

Switching the box off (Which is still showing LOAD on the display) by unplugging the mains power lead, as this is the only way I am able to turn off.
Running the config.bat file (As directed if previously receiving the STB Memory error)
Then running the EromUpgrade.exe file.
Selecting the correct COM port, and uploading the latest .abs file, ticking the box for "include bootloader" and clicking next
Then, I'm re-entering the mains power lead to the Openbox (As indicated to switch the box back on) but the display is blank.
It is then saying "Synchronizing STBs" "Please reset target" This is the case until I am then again, unplugging the mains power lead in which at the side of this promt, it is stating "Done"
After 5 or so seconds, It says "Set STB memory error, click back to try again"


And this is as far as I have got. For days. Any help on this again, would be GRATEFULLY appreciated.

Many thanks in advance.

[lestasmsc]

Hi,
Having bought a brand new Openbox v5s, I installed the latest f5s software, and also TP_PROG which seemed to all be working fine.

I then put in my xxxxx, and was promted to reboot. I turned off the box, and ever since it has been stuck on LOAD.

I have read thousands of posts, on hundreds of sites and having no luck what so ever.

I am connecting my Openbox to my laptop using a USB to RS232 and a null modem.

These are the steps I am taking and what is happening. Any help would be GRATEFULLY appreciated:

I am connecting my laptop to my Openbox via a null modem and a usb to RS232.

Switching the box off (Which is still showing LOAD on the display) by unplugging the mains power lead, as this is the only way I am able to turn off.
Running the config.bat file (As directed if previously receiving the STB Memory error)
Then running the EromUpgrade.exe file.
Selecting the correct COM port, and uploading the latest .abs file, ticking the box for "include bootloader" and clicking next
Then, I'm re-entering the mains power lead to the Openbox (As indicated to switch the box back on) but the display is blank.
It is then saying "Synchronizing STBs" "Please reset target" This is the case until I am then again, unplugging the mains power lead in which at the side of this promt, it is stating "Done"
After 5 or so seconds, It says "Set STB memory error, click back to try again"


And this is as far as I have got. For days. Any help on this again, would be GRATEFULLY appreciated.

Many thanks in advance.

You may wish to try different loaders. I've not managed to resurrect my dead box but others have had success with trying different loaders. If you go back a few pages then you may find links to these.

Sent from my HTC Desire using Tapatalk 2

[janaid1]

send me a private email, i might be able to help you mate

[shawy1970]

Im sure I have tried this, not knowing exactly what you mean by "different loaders" but... What would be the "different loaders?"

[shawy1970]

Just a quick update on my earlier comment......

In the end, I went to my parents house which I have my very old Dell PC, which took me about a hour to find all leads etc to put back together...

Plugged my null modem into my Openbox, and into the rs232 port in the back of the PC..... Ran EromUpgrade, did the usual steps as stated above... And........... Done!!

Thank f***

:)

[shawy1970]

I go away..... Leave the son to do his own thing..... And BOOM...... Can't flash an open box wi out me lol....... And uses my account here for help..... Lmfao...... At least figured it all out himself lol

[digital dan]

i been trying for 2 days now, using a recommended cable trying all different timings. I give up.

[lestasmsc]

i been trying for 2 days now, using a recommended cable trying all different timings. I give up.

Don't feel too bad... I gave up too lol

Sent from my HTC Desire using Tapatalk 2

[bbonar]

Does this work with Skybox A3


A how to guide on how to fix a corrupt firmware image in OpenBox S9/S10/S11/S12 and Skybox S10 F3 F4 F5 F5S Even if it seems bricked.


Box does not respond or displays On or rebooting constantly ?
If your box does not respond, or no displays light there is a good chance the current firmware on the box is somehow corrupt.

You will need to use 264281, connect a Serial RS232 Null Modem Cable to the box and follow the instructions.
Hopefully it will bring your box back to life.

instructions

Download 264284 or 264289 if have older Openbox/Skybox
Unzip this file

1. Connect up your PC to the Openbox
using a null modem serial cable.
2. Switch the box OFF
3. Run EromUpgrade.exe (Located in folder you have downloaded and unzipped) then check the
com port setting is correct
4. Select the latest firmware .abs file. (Download her if you don't have any (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/new-image-firmware-skybox-openbox-424830/#post2316860))
5. Select "next" then switch ON the box
and follow the instructions to load
and flash burn the firmware.
6. If the process does not start, try
various time combinations of switching
the box ON after selecting "next"
(IF it comes with set STB memory error please run config.bat file (Located in folder you have downloaded and unzipped) ) before running loader
7. Don't switch the power off or disconnect
while the download & flash is taking place.

If you cannot contact to your box check your null modem cable. Connections are like showen below

pin 2 ...to... pin 3
pin 3 ...to... pin 2
pin 4 ...to... pin 6
pin 5 ...to... pin 5
pin 6 ...to... pin 4
pin 7 ...to... pin 8
pin 8 ...to... pin 7

Important: Go into device manager
<right click MyComputer--->manage--->on the left side u find device manager

and check that you are choosing the right com port. If possible use computer with serial R232 com port built on mainbord.

Have fun

[darvash]

Yes It works also for Skybox A3
Try to get a with builtin r232 port or buy a good quality usb to seriel adapter. Cheap adapters "do not" work at all

[riadh2010]

hi all
I have skybox f5s which when powered up just 8 then stuck on load
Tried using EromUpgrade tool with latest firmware .abs file but it never goes any further than "Synchronising Stb please reset target".
Any help would be apprciated

[BrunoJ]

Hi everyone :D I have a problem a haha, I flash a few boxes and i have one witch is stuck on L0AD , load to L100 and stops... Well i connect the RS232 Cable and the power cable and do not connect to the computer and the display shows the load, the goes again till L100 and stops with the rs232 cable plug in ?? Any ideas ??

[riadh2010]

to get your box fixed , you need pc or laptop with WINDOWS XP on it (want work with other WINDOWS) and PCI RS232 card and
1.8M Metre 9 Pin Null Modem Cable Lead Plug RS232 DB9 Serial Comm Female
wan you get them your box will be fixed
if you us other windows want work only works with WINDOWS XP

[BrunoJ]

Hi, works fine on any windows so far i have windows 7 and works fine, only this one won't work and i been try and i can't fix it. I fix a few a then over the last few years and never had a problem just with this one. Looks like a faulty RS232 connection on the box.

[Hadron]

to get your box fixed , you need pc or laptop with WINDOWS XP on it (want work with other WINDOWS) and PCI RS232 card and
1.8M Metre 9 Pin Null Modem Cable Lead Plug RS232 DB9 Serial Comm Female
wan you get them your box will be fixed
if you us other windows want work only works with WINDOWS XP

Never had any problems using Vista Home Premium.

[riadh2010]

try WINDOWS XP he will work fine
i had the same problem with WINDOWS 7

[BrunoJ]

Whats the difference ? I never had a problem with windows 7 and before i had vista and never ever had a problem. Is nothing to do with the windows.

[cheap89]

'Synchronising Stb please reset target'

i kept getting that error wondering what was going on... i didnt turn power on the box. power on when it says reset then starts doing what it does best. hope it helps

[Gaj]

Hi Guys, I bought this box through a mate so don't really know how they are set-up etc. I updated the channels earlier today and the box has gone dead :( before I go any further I just had a couple of questions:

1. I have an openbox V5s, does it matter which openbox f/w I use most people seem to say no but some people are suggesting it does. All these S10, S11 etc....
2. If I flash the box will it remember the config? If not how do I access it and back that up? I assume these boxes are set-up to look at some IP somewhere how do I get back that up?

[darvash]

1. You can use openbox V5S or skybox F5S firmware for your box
2. It will not remember the config and after flashing you have to put it again.

[jimo1959]

Hi all, ive got a skybox f3 that's stuck on load,have hooked it up to a desktop with built in r232 port, tried quite a few firmwares,but no joy!! the erom downloads and burns the firmware but still keep getting load on box screen,am I missing something ,or does anyone know of any other firmware that I could possibly try,have read through this thread a couple of times trying different ways,but still no joy,,any info much appreciated

[Hadron]

Hi all, ive got a skybox f3 that's stuck on load,have hooked it up to a desktop with built in r232 port, tried quite a few firmwares,but no joy!! the erom downloads and burns the firmware but still keep getting load on box screen,am I missing something ,or does anyone know of any other firmware that I could possibly try,have read through this thread a couple of times trying different ways,but still no joy,,any info much appreciated


There are quite a few cloned F3 boxes out there (I have one myself).

Have you tried firmware from the HDDVBSW.com website?

I use 3601HD_01_05_2013_0951

[loncell]

Hello everyone,

I have one Openbox S10 clone killed by official firmware... when i try recovery Eromupgrade say "COM TEST ERROR"

why is this?
bump , same here . anyone know how to fix it ?, I have tried it on my pc and laptop both have comport sockets

[MAX2504]

my openbox s10 cant boot! only show the ON on the display

[zohaad]

Does this work with the Openbox Z5? because I have been trying but the Erom program does not accept my .bin file

[MAX2504]

Anyone, Please help me some sample create config.bat for Openbox S10 completely dead........
I'd used USB - RS232C adaptor not sucess may be someone was wrong.
My openbox s10 cant boot!........ only show the ON on the display

[MAX2504]

make sure usb adapter is com1
good luck,not many people have good results with adapters.

No., It's not at COM1 but I'd be used USB - RS232C adaptor PL -2303HXA it was set
it on COM8 EROM Upgrader not work, only show that "Synchronizing STBs... Please reset target!".
Please someone help me. I cann't to do anything.........

[mastercare]

bump , same here . anyone know how to fix it ?, I have tried it on my pc and laptop both have comport sockets
I have had luck with 3 open box s10 now but in all cases the com port and eromupgrade fix does NOT work...you have to physically remove the flash chip and fit a new one these are available on ebay for next to nothing..but you will need a sp 1 programmer or access to someone who has...
its been along time since i played with these boxes hence i cant remember the chip number but i can find it if req..
cheers paul

[BeanLuvsBeans]

I am trying to recover a S9 HD. Will this tool help?

[margadas]

[Quote = darvash; 1293030]. A la manera de orientar sobre c?mo arreglar una imagen del firmware corrupto en OpenBox S9 / S10 / S11 / S12 y S10 Skybox F3 F4 F5 F5S A3 etc Incluso si parece ladrillo caja no responde o muestra En o reiniciar constantemente? Si su cuadro no responde, o no aparece ninguna luz hay una buena probabilidad de que el firmware actual en el cuadro es de alguna manera corrupta. Usted tendr? que utilizar , conecte un cable de m?dem nulo de serie RS232 a la caja y seguir el instrucciones. Esperemos que traer?n su caja de nuevo a la vida. instrucciones Descargar o si tenga mayor Openbox / Skybox Descomprimir este archivo 1. Conecte su PC al Openbox mediante un cable serie de m?dem nulo. (Trate de obtener un PC con puerto r232 incorporado o comprar un usb de buena calidad a seriel adaptador. baratos adaptadores de flebay "no" trabajo en absoluto) 2. Cambie el cuadro OFF 3. Ejecutar EromUpgrade.exe (Ubicado en la carpeta que ha descargado y descomprimido) a continuaci?n, comprobar la configuraci?n del puerto com es correcta 4. Seleccione el ?ltimo archivo .abs firmware. ( Descarga ella si usted no tiene ninguna (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/new-image-firmware-skybox-openbox-424830/#post2316860) ) 5. Seleccione "Siguiente" y luego encender el cuadro y siga las instrucciones para cargar y flash grabar el firmware. 6. Si el proceso no se inicia, intente varias combinaciones de tiempo de conmutaci?n de la caja despu?s de seleccionar "Siguiente" ( si viene con juego de error de memoria STB por favor, ejecute el archivo config.bat (ubicado en la carpeta que ha descargado y descomprimido)) antes de ejecutar loader 7. No encienda la alimentaci?n o desconecte mientras que la descarga y flash est? teniendo lugar. Si no puede contactar a su casilla de verificaci?n el cable de m?dem nulo. Las conexiones son como showen debajo pin 2 ... a ... 3 pin pin 3 ... a ... pin 2 pin 4 ... a ... pin 6 pin 5 ... a ... pin 5 pin 6 ... a ... pin 4 pin 7 ... a ... pin 8 pin 8 ... a ... pin 7 Importante: Entra en el administrador de dispositivos <haga clic derecho Mi PC ---> Administrar --- > en el lado izquierdo u encontrar el administrador de dispositivos y compruebe que est? eligiendo el puerto com derecha. Si es posible su uso con equipo de serie puerto com R232 construido sobre mainbord. Divi?rtete [/ quote]





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si funciona

[lestasmsc]

I have had luck with 3 open box s10 now but in all cases the com port and eromupgrade fix does NOT work...you have to physically remove the flash chip and fit a new one these are available on ebay for next to nothing..but you will need a sp 1 programmer or access to someone who has...
its been along time since i played with these boxes hence i cant remember the chip number but i can find it if req..
cheers paul
Yes that would be good... and some details as to the details of how to write the flash files. Thanks

[mastercare]

Hi
the chip is marked U39 on the board its an 8 pin flash chip which can be programmed with a sp flash programmer these can be found very cheaply on ebay..the chip itsself is u39,mw25L3206e once again search on ebay they are very cheap..
cheers

[markko1]

Hi
Skybox F5s bricked tried RS232 cable old PC running XP Pro to install firmware no luck I have tried this on and off for three weeks, Friend had the same trouble fixed his on the fourth attempt.
Does anybody know which chip on F5s board could be the cause of this?

[lestasmsc]

Hi
the chip is marked U39 on the board its an 8 pin flash chip which can be programmed with a sp flash programmer these can be found very cheaply on ebay..the chip itsself is u39,mw25L3206e once again search on ebay they are very cheap..
cheers
Thank you... but what did you write on? Directly wrote .bin files?

[boondocksaint]

So mine is stuck on load after updating my channel list will this cable work Startech 1-Port USB to Null Modem RS232? I dont have a connection for the regular cable

[volex77]

hi my box keeps saying STB memory error tried to run bat file but bat file will not run anybody help

[volex77]

can anyone help when i try to install new firmware i get message saying STB memory error tried to run bat file but can not get it to run how can i get it to run

[mastercare]

Thank you... but what did you write on? Directly wrote .bin files?

i used openbox firmware the bin file as u said but as i said it was ages ago...hope you have had luck..
cheers

[fazz69]

Is there any fix for this. my Open-box V5s has gone dead, but there is a Dim Red light on the front display. i have downloaded every software to Bring the box alive using the null cable but no joy. i don't know if it a hardware problem on the motherboard, maybe a component might need changing but don't know????

HELP Needed.

thanks..

[P&D]

Is there any fix for this. my Open-box V5s has gone dead, but there is a Dim Red light on the front display. i have downloaded every software to Bring the box alive using the null cable but no joy. i don't know if it a hardware problem on the motherboard, maybe a component might need changing but don't know????

HELP Needed.

thanks..

Not sure if this will help but might point you in the right direction
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/skybox-f5s-dim-8-help-needed-411817/

Sounds like it could be hardware not software

[oweny]

higuys my box is stuck on load and none of the instuructions how to sort it works ive downloaded the tool and the firmware and still nuthing thx
:smile:

[oweny]

i have tried the above over and over again on my skybox f5s and still says load nothing happining in the programme can any1 help thanks

[plasterer]

are you useing a proper 232 cable mate or usb one ....................Paul

[gorgon777]

After downloading the new channel list from AJ, and uploading via the Tool, the box has stopped loading. It just quickly flashes the word 'Load' on the box then restarts again. I tried using the RS232 cable with the tools mentioned in the thread but still nothing. I always get a STB memory error. Is there a fix for this?

[oweny]

i have downloaded everything i need for my sky f5s box and i still get nothing

[viper76]

I have Skybox F5 I updated it using usb when the update finished the box restart it self and it load to 97 and stops I left it like this for about 20 minutes nothing happen than unplugged it from the main and plug it on the same happen it loads to 97 and stops on 97 it just stock on 97 .

I tried the above using a usb to serial on a laptop it loads the firmware to the box but what happen now is the box will load to 97 and start again and again I tried different firmware versions and different upgrade tools the result always the same any help please .

[Hadron]

I have Skybox F5 I updated it using usb when the update finished the box restart it self and it load to 97 and stops I left it like this for about 20 minutes nothing happen than unplugged it from the main and plug it on the same happen it loads to 97 and stops on 97 it just stock on 97 .

I tried the above using a usb to serial on a laptop it loads the firmware to the box but what happen now is the box will load to 97 and start again and again I tried different firmware versions and different upgrade tools the result always the same any help please .

The same thing happened to my clone F5. It was due to trying to flash it with genuine firmware.

When I used the latest firmware from HDDVBSW,COM it flashed OK.

[viper76]

The same thing happened to my clone F5. It was due to trying to flash it with genuine firmware.

When I used the latest firmware from HDDVBSW,COM it flashed OK.


Thank you for the speedy reply I have flashed it with firmware from the above website but the box loads to 97 and just stops there .

I think at could be a hardware problem anyone have other ideas .


I managed to bring back to life using this firmware

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/how-do-you-fix-looping-skybox-f5-329114/#post1925457

[tabletop]

hello, I managed to get dead skybox f5s loaded, it now says noch, its for my neighbour and he had all the portuguese channels on the box before it died, has anybody got a link for how to load a channel list for these channels. I have only delt with the sky channels before, this is new to me. Thanks in advance.

[vijayintel]

I have tried the above step. but Synchronizing STBs done message not coming. any other option

[P&D]

I have tried the above step. but Synchronizing STBs done message not coming. any other option


What lead are you using ??

USB - Com
or the full Null cable there are two types
also what system on the computer XP - VISTA - 7 -8.1 ??

[turbeys]

A how to guide on how to fix a corrupt firmware image in OpenBox S9/S10/S11/S12 and Skybox S10 F3 F4 F5 F5S A3 etc. Even if it seems bricked.


Box does not respond or displays On or rebooting constantly ?
If your box does not respond, or no displays light there is a good chance the current firmware on the box is somehow corrupt.

You will need to use http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=264281&stc=1, connect a Serial RS232 Null Modem Cable to the box and follow the instructions.
Hopefully it will bring your box back to life.

instructions

Download http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=264284&stc=1 or http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=264289&stc=1 if have older Openbox/Skybox
Unzip this file

1. Connect up your PC to the Openbox
using a null modem serial cable.

(Try to get a PC with builtin r232 port or buy a good quality usb to seriel adapter. Cheap adapters from flebay "do not" work at all)

2. Switch the box OFF
3. Run EromUpgrade.exe (Located in folder you have downloaded and unzipped) then check the
com port setting is correct
4. Select the latest firmware .abs file. (Download her if you don't have any (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/new-image-firmware-skybox-openbox-424830/#post2316860))
5. Select "next" then switch ON the box
and follow the instructions to load
and flash burn the firmware.
6. If the process does not start, try
various time combinations of switching
the box ON after selecting "next"
(IF it comes with set STB memory error please run config.bat file (Located in folder you have downloaded and unzipped) ) before running loader
7. Don't switch the power off or disconnect
while the download & flash is taking place.
If your box keeps rebooting after updating so try software from www.hddvbsw.com (http://hddvbsw.com/index.php?c=key_download)

If you cannot contact to your box check your null modem cable. Connections are like showen below

pin 2 ...to... pin 3
pin 3 ...to... pin 2
pin 4 ...to... pin 6
pin 5 ...to... pin 5
pin 6 ...to... pin 4
pin 7 ...to... pin 8
pin 8 ...to... pin 7

Important: Go into device manager
<right click MyComputer--->manage--->on the left side u find device manager

and check that you are choosing the right com port. If possible use computer with serial R232 com port built on mainbord.

Have fun

I TRY TO DO ALL THE PROCESS SHOWED ABOVE BUT WHEN I TRY TO SELECT THE ABS FILE IT KEEP SAYING WRONG FILE CAN U HELP PLS

[turbeys]

BUT I DIDNT PUT NULL MODEL CABLE YET U THINK THATS WHY IS KEEP SAYING WRONG FILE OR I M DOING SOMETHING ELSE WRONG THANKS

[turbeys]

Hi my sky box is dead now , i have read above instructions , and i dnt have null modem cable yet i gona buy it tomorrow i tried the above instrucation , when i go to select the upgrade amos file it saying that wrong file , is this happening bcz i didnt insert the modem cable yet or i m doing some thing wrong , pls can u go through this thanks

[Hadron]

Hi my sky box is dead now , i have read above instructions , and i dnt have null modem cable yet i gona buy it tomorrow i tried the above instrucation , when i go to select the upgrade amos file it saying that wrong file , is this happening bcz i didnt insert the modem cable yet or i m doing some thing wrong , pls can u go through this thanks

When you click on the "browse" button, you need to select the right firmware file for your box. A common mistake is to browse to the "eromclient.abs" file, or to browse to a compressed (zip or RAR) version of yur firmware.

[turbeys]

Hi thanks for your reply but the file i have download from the above link for my f5s box abs file when i try to browse it it keep saying wrong file , i didnt bought Modem cable yet , may be is not working bcz i didnt have the cable , but i want to knw will it work if i bought the cable or if not i will loose my money for the cable plz help thanks

[Hadron]

Hi thanks for your reply but the file i have download from the above link for my f5s box abs file when i try to browse it it keep saying wrong file , i didnt bought Modem cable yet , may be is not working bcz i didnt have the cable , but i want to knw will it work if i bought the cable or if not i will loose my money for the cable plz help thanks

Have you unzipped the file? The link to firmware in the first post is to a post containing zipped files. When unzipped it should be a 4MB file (4,096kB).

It shouldn't matter if the box is not connected yet. Even without your null modem cable connected, it shouldn't give you a "wrong file" message.

[slugworth]

he's probably trying to load the eromclient.abs that comes with the loader, instead of the real file.

[zfdesign]

Hello everyone

I have a Skybox S12 and that has stopped working just before Christmas. Speaking to the seller he suggests I should buy a new one, newer model. But even so I would like to try and fix this one.

The problem is there is no sound or picture.

Every thing else seems to be working. I can change channel, rotate the dish, change to radio, etc... Dish rotation is correct as I can verify with a second receiver.

I have managed to get it to work by touching parts on the circuit board once, but as soon as I turn it off and would not show picture nor sound on restart.

Had it powered off for a few days as well. That didn't help either.

One indication it may work again the TV responds when I connect the box HDMI cable. With "No signal" from "No cable".

I guess the ?50 question is is it hardware or software problem and how to verify.

PS. Considering buying RS232 cable

[zfdesign]

Forgot to mention I have tried to different HDMI cables and that didn't help.

[slugworth]

power supply probably pooped out

[zfdesign]

Tried a new one and the result is the same. Came to conclusion that the video had it. As I tried the AV out as well. Thanks for your reply though.

[jajukhan]

Thanks. Worked for me. Though had to use a different firmware to get some of the advanced features in the setup menu.

[ashbirkin]

Will this work for sure?

[lex10]

hi everyone new to this. just got an open box anyone knows where i can get hd channels clines. please pm me if you know something about this only got sd channels.

[Hadron]

hi everyone new to this. just got an open box anyone knows where i can get hd channels clines. please pm me if you know something about this only got sd channels.

There are only a handful of non-FTA HD channels left (including BT sport 1 & 2, & ESPN)

Have a look here:-

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/history-hd-net-geo-hd-gone-more-see-first-post-updates-415292/

[lex10]

hi mate thanks for the reply but the link is not working tried
it a few times no luck.

[Nutsandbolts]

You will need a motorized dish for lots of HD channels......or get yourself a receiver with IPTV function.

[Hadron]

hi mate thanks for the reply but the link is not working tried
it a few times no luck.

Hmm...it worked when I first posted it. It looks like all links to that page are now 404. Something must have moved.

Try this link:-

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/showthread.php/415292-history-hd-and-net-geo-hd-gone-and-more-**-See-First-Post-for-Updates-**

[miktang]

Hi everyone,
I have a skybox f3, sub ran out about 4 mths ago so it got turned off and put in a cupboard. last week I got it out and plugged it in hoping to set it back up again but it is dead... no power...no light on the front, nothing. ive gone through the steps on the first page and read through the thread, trying different loaders and .abs files, even ones for clones but everytime, all i get is set stb memory error. I have the rs-232 port on my desktop and a null modem cable and connecting them like this and i have used this cable with other boxes and it has worked fine before. I just want to no if anyone has got anywhere with this problem yet or has a solution or even a different angle on the matter... anything!!! Thanks in advance

[swingo]

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/images/styles/DarkCore/misc/quote_icon.png Originally Posted by jouhz56 http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/images/styles/DarkCore/buttons/viewpost-right.png (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?p=1427883#post1427883)
I have a problem to upload a firmware by RS-232 : Synchronizing STBs... Please reset target!
you need to press the programme to start and only then plug in the power to the box and it will continue and d/load and flash the firmware

[miktang]

Hi,
Well i've tried a few more things and i am getting no where so i've decide to buy another psu for the unit so i hope this will sort it!

I'll post back once its arrived and fitted so you no what happened.

[DW190]

Hi,
Well i've tried a few more things and i am getting no where so i've decide to buy another psu for the unit so i hope this will sort it!

I'll post back once its arrived and fitted so you no what happened.

Open the box and look at the Caps (Small Cylinders) they should all be flat on the top. If one is rounded its blown like a fuse. Common on these boxes. Other things can cause a dead box like the front pcb panel.

[miktang]

Open the box and look at the Caps (Small Cylinders) they should all be flat on the top. If one is rounded its blown like a fuse. Common on these boxes. Other things can cause a dead box like the front pcb panel.

Thanks DW190, i looked inside the box and on the psu board there is one that looks a lot more rounded on the top compared to the others which are all flat on top. Hopefully then my new psu should fix this...fingers crossed!

[Hadron]

Thanks DW190, i looked inside the box and on the psu board there is one that looks a lot more rounded on the top compared to the others which are all flat on top. Hopefully then my new psu should fix this...fingers crossed!

Looks like a that domed capacitor is your problem. It's a pity you didn't look at it before buying another board. You could have repaired it for less than ?1.

If you don't know anyone that can repair it, you could get a few ? back by selling it on Ebay. Someone will buy it & repair it.

[miktang]

Hi all
the replacement psu has arrived and has been fitted to the box and everything is back up and running!!!!



Looks like a that domed capacitor is your problem. It's a pity you didn't look at it before buying another board. You could have repaired it for less than ?1.

If you don't know anyone that can repair it, you could get a few ? back by selling it on Ebay. Someone will buy it & repair it.

I am going to look into buying the capacitor and repairing the old board and then sell it on.
I was in too much of a rush at first to get the box up and running but now its done i will have a go at repairing the old one!

[miktang]

Thanks to all, the forums pull me through again!!!!

[slugworth]

somebody once said there were bogus capacitors out in the market years ago that weren't up to spec.
The voltage rating wasn't what was printed on the cap,such as a 15v cap was only really rated for 12v so they failed after x amount of time.

[miktang]

Hi all
the replacement psu has arrived and has been fitted to the box and everything is back up and running!!!!




I am going to look into buying the capacitor and repairing the old board and then sell it on.
I was in too much of a rush at first to get the box up and running but now its done i will have a go at repairing the old one!

Just in case anyone was interested, the capacitor that blew was 1000uf 10v and cost only 89p and took half hour desoldering old one and soldering new one on.

[Duktor]

looking forward to try this as my skybox is not working at present , such a fantastic forum

[z11]

Has a fix been seen yet for the `non recoverable` dim red led yet?

Heard poss heat/reflow to the main chip?

Thanks

[Gooner71]

Just in case anyone was interested, the capacitor that blew was 1000uf 10v and cost only 89p and took half hour desoldering old one and soldering new one on.

Just fixed an s10 with the identical cap blown ! definitely a suspect batch of components at one point or under rated !!

[sebmjomba]

Greetings all
Am in need of a recovery tool for open box v8 combo. The stb is bricked during software upgrade.
Thanks.

[spunlock]

hi, just a quick question......... my power in my house went off the other day, and when came back on the f5 box i have went in a load loop, then the power pack for it packed in . so i then used another power pack and now the box loads up and is stuck on L100, will the null cable un brick this, or is it fried due to power going off P.S i wasnt doing an update i was just watching tv.....

[P&D]

Only way to find out is flash it...nothing to lose

[P&D]

Greetings all
Am in need of a recovery tool for open box v8 combo. The stb is bricked during software upgrade.
Thanks.

Not sure if this will work with your box but you have nothing to lose Click Here (http://eopenbox.co.uk/tools/recover/) (STB Editor)

Firmware Click Here (http://www.yojiatech.com/index.php?route=module/download)

[spunlock]

no need for help now... as found out box is a clone and beyond recovery lol

[eyesonly]

I wonder if any one can help me?
I have a old Skybox f3 and after updating the channels is now stuck on a reboot loop, so i can't connect to it over ethernet!
Tried to reset it over RS232 and it seems to be doing all the right "noises", I get:
Synchronising STB - Done
Check serial [port status - Done
But then i get
Sending address command failed

Can't work it out it doesn't seem to matter what image i try it always seems to give me the same result!
Any Ideas

Thanks in advance

[P&D]

I wonder if any one can help me?
I have a old Skybox f3 and after updating the channels is now stuck on a reboot loop, so i can't connect to it over ethernet!
Tried to reset it over RS232 and it seems to be doing all the right "noises", I get:
Synchronising STB - Done
Check serial [port status - Done
But then i get
Sending address command failed

Can't work it out it doesn't seem to matter what image i try it always seems to give me the same result!
Any Ideas

Thanks in advance

Which program are you using to flash it (There are 2 & if i remember right one works with the F3) i always had problem with the other
for the life of me i cannot remember which i used
also are you using USB to COM
What firmware are you trying to flash

Just had a search of DK & the software both loaders & software i used So i know they work 100%

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/showthread.php/233298-Recover-Dead-Skybox-Openbox-Flash-Using-Serial-RS232-Null-modem-Cable?p=2102519&viewfull=1#post2102519

[woodyuk]

Hi all,I've managed to brick my V6s and am quite happy to reflash it using the RS232 method but the V6S has a 3.5mm jack plug socket for it's RS232 connection.

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=321157&stc=1

I can't find a lead for the box for sale in the UK and don't fancy waiting for one to arrive from China so am quite happy to solder one up myself but despite hours of Googling I can't find the pinout details anywhere,would someone have the wiring diagram for the RS232 - 3.5mm jack lead please?

[MrED]

Not having much luck with my v5s here. Firmware downloads fine but when it gets to the burning stage it sits for a few secs and then reports a ‘burning flash is failed’ error. Tried different programs/PCs/firmware etc but no joy. Must be the box as it downloads fine and I guess the burning stage is under the box control??

[hammyk79]

Did you ever have any luck, I have a serial port on old laptop but not on Openbox (have usb/ 3.5 jack and a small 3 pin rs232 socket and my M3 is stuck on load ?

[Hadron]

Hi all,I've managed to brick my V6s and am quite happy to reflash it using the RS232 method but the V6S has a 3.5mm jack plug socket for it's RS232 connection.

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=321157&stc=1

I can't find a lead for the box for sale in the UK and don't fancy waiting for one to arrive from China so am quite happy to solder one up myself but despite hours of Googling I can't find the pinout details anywhere,would someone have the wiring diagram for the RS232 - 3.5mm jack lead please?

I made up a lead for my V6 today. I've attached the diagram. The lead I made was from the 3.5mm socket on the V6 to a 9 pin female serial (D-type) socket, that plugs straight into my pc's serial port.

I bought the cheapest serial lead I could find on Ebay & cut the socket off one of the ends. I buzzed out the wires that went to pins 2, 3, & 5. I knew that the lead from pin 5 went to the sleeve connection on the jack plug. I didn't know which way round the wires from pin 2 & 3 should go, but got it right first time.

[tonynw]

I have an F5s and it shows Load but only parts of the word load are bright ??

i have tried to re flash the firmware with a lead i have used on boxes in the past with no problems but on this F5s every time i try to run the program i get the following message

Initialize STB sdram is failed

Click Back to try again


have tried about 30 times now with varing times to powering the box on with no luck any ideas pleas ???


tonynw

[pspmixer]

tried doing this but no look anything else i can try as not working

[micky23]

Hi, got a dead F5S, and having read thru the whole of this thread, which is brilliant, im still stuck, "STB Memory error"

(IF it comes with set STB memory error please run config.bat file (Located in folder you have downloaded and unzipped) ) before running loader

Can anyone explain how to run the config.bat file successfully , then maybe i will get passed this point

Cheers in advance

mike

[P&D]

Hi what cable are you using Null or USB

If USB are you using the correct com-port ??
also which software program there are a few

[micky23]

Hi what cable are you using Null or USB

If USB are you using the correct com-port ??
also which software program there are a few


Null via usb adapter on my laptop or Null direct via serial port on my PC, same result on both

used several eprom update versions 2.0.0c and 2.0.1 and every version of .ABS i can find for original F5S and Clone F5S

but i still end up here, with the stb, also been into device manager and slowed the buffer rate right down,

and it still wont go

so the qusetion was how do u run the config.bat file

mike

[P&D]

so the question was how do u run the config.bat file........ never had to


Use one of these loaders.....

erom_upgrade_8Mflash.rar (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=221653&d=1380328066)
Upgrade_PVR800_HD_Tool.rar (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=221654&d=1380328067)

Firmware below..........update20150713.zip

Check your computer is using the correct com port.....see 1st photo com port

this must match this com port see 2nd photo ....eprom update com port

Tick boot loader & try again

You now have all you need to get the box back up & running

If everything works & then you get file mismatch you have a clone box
which is a different firmware

[CrAcKeDuPII]

Hi P&D,

Thanks for all your help on trying to bring the boxes back to "life."

I've got an old F3 that is constantly rebooting after a recent favourites update by USB. This isn't the first time I've seen this happen either. It eventually just stays on L100. Anyway I have used the null modem cable and have managed to complete the process of reloading the software several times, but the same fault persists. Just wanted your opinion......time to give it up as a bad job? BTW I have just about every loader and all versions of the software, but none seem to cure the problem.

Cheers,

CrAcKeDuPII

[P&D]

Hi with the F3 are you using the correct firmware ??
are you also ticking boot load on the screen where you load the firmware ??

The last firmware for the F3 is below.......this is the one i always use
where abouts are you if close i can do the box for you 10 mins top's


or see DW190 post here ......http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/showthread.php/391486-Openbox-is-now-Looping?p=2189552&viewfull=1#post2189552

[snowie14]

Just wondering if someone could help me , I have a v5s open box and my father is looking for a box like this but I see that a newer version the v8s is out now ,would I be best off going for that box is there much of a difference and I guess it's the same set up , any help would be greatly appreciated

[dazza78]

I've got the v8s and mine is stuck on strt booting screen where it says openbox, so I'm assuming I need to buy a cable ?
Thanks in advance only had the box a yr and already had to sort anew server out after being scammed

[portvalefanjosh]

Anyone help me out please i had my friend bring her v8s box which was stuck with load on the front, so i flashed it. And now it dont do nothing no lights comming on nothing? Any ideas? thanks josh

[smspop]

Sounds similar to the problems encountered in this thread:-

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f184/much-coincidence-400956/

It gets interesting from post #65.
Anyone point me in the right direction for the above missing thread, I'm having the same issue with an S5f
Thanx.

[Hadron]

Anyone point me in the right direction for the above missing thread, I'm having the same issue with an S5f
Thanx.

It seems to have moved since I last linked to it.

Here is the new link.

Read from post#65 for the solution.

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/showthread.php/400956-To-much-of-a-coincidence!?highlight=coincidence

[patch1gizmo2]

thank you for this much appreciated

[inaminute23]

Hi, can you install channel lists through this cable?

[Hadron]

Hi, can you install channel lists through this cable?

Nope. It's for flashing (or dumping) the firmware only.

[inaminute23]

Nope. It's for flashing (or dumping) the firmware only.

Cheers mate