Guide: Flashing a Dreambox with Dreamup

[kapa]

I have the same problerm as described above. Trying to flash dm500 with dreamup 1.3.3.6 and getting the message "Aborted by user exiting"

[piopat]

download the older version of dreamup that i attached to my post on this this thread in an earlier post (here is a link to that post ,its post number 518)
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f34/guide-flashing-dreambox-dreamup-33/index35.html

[jonesy29]

been looking for info on this site and starting to get there, looking to start with a few tutorials that have been generously posted but can't access them till i do 5 posts i understand, new to this and finding it very confusing. have a dreambox 500c and just want to know if it's possible to do anything with it except to use it as another doorstop like my eurovox.

[big-hol]

been looking for info on this site and starting to get there, looking to start with a few tutorials that have been generously posted but can't access them till i do 5 posts i understand, new to this and finding it very confusing. have a dreambox 500c and just want to know if it's possible to do anything with it except to use it as another doorstop like my eurovox.you could use it as a server for a sly card to go in, thats the most use you'll get out of it mate!

[piopat]

you could use it as a server if you have a cable card also (if you know how to do it ,but if you have little experience you will find it difficult) but discussion of these topics are not allowed .google is your friend mate .by the way if your using a dm500c as a satellite server (which will work) you wont be able to view the channels on that box.

[Xmant]

Do you guys experience a frequent lockout on DM500C?

[big-hol]

Do you guys experience a frequent lockout on DM500C?no mate im running pli image on my 500c with cccam 2.1.4 and it runs flawlessly. what image you using!

[vinyx]

What image should I flash for DM500C?

[big-hol]

What image should I flash for DM500C?depends what your using it for mate?

[jonesy29]

you could use it as a server for a sly card to go in, thats the most use you'll get out of it mate!
thought you needed a 500s for that and that came under c/s but like i said i'm new to this

[big-hol]

thought you needed a 500s for that and that came under c/s but like i said i'm new to thisno a 500c works fine, iv got open pli maxvar on it and it only has cccam loaded on it, nothing else, works a treat with my card in!

[inf]

I had exactly the same problem (box aborted by user)
changed to the older version and viola..sorted

Use this version I downloaded from here,

solves the problem :D

UNIVERSAL DREAMUP V1.2, DreamBox software update tools (http://www.dreamboxshops.co.uk/dreambox/dreamup-v1.2.htm)

[rae07]

Anyone successfully flashed with an USB-serial adaptor? I've tried using one but can't get it to work. Without dreambox, the drivers installed fine. After running dreamup and clicked on connect, the com port goes intermittent after I switch on the dreambox power.

Tried other versions of dreamup and it's still the same.

[jonesy29]

no a 500c works fine, iv got open pli maxvar on it and it only has cccam loaded on it, nothing else, works a treat with my card in!
going back on a few posts i'm assuming your talking about a sly card, not got one of them got a sub vermin +hd if that might help, but know someone on sly but reading up that looks very complicated, willing to learn but could do with a bit of help knowing where to look, quick look at google but even more confused. cheers.

[mohis]

When I connect power nothing happens?

Any idea...?:damnmate:
I have the same problem but no idea how to get it working

[ranmal_93]

so does it mean that after flashing the box and connecting it to ur dish, u are getting all channels or is there something else which has to been too.

just abit confused sorry if its a stupid question.

[piopat]

all you will have after flashing dm500s box are all the fta channels (on satellite),likewaise with a dm500c (on cable)what the other guys are talking about is using a dm500c as a server rather than throwing it in the bin.

if people only want their cable xhannels back all they need to do is buy either a kryptview a780 or a starview 6 and flash them with the required firmware (do a scan ) and attach the box to their broadband router .

if your wanting pay satellite channels you need to read up on cardsharing ,however its not a topic that is allowed on this forum so thats about as much as i can say.

[ahmad aqel]

thank you man

[wolfie01]

Some great tips on here! Thanks all!

[eamon30]

thanks for this information mate!

i was trying to connect to the dreambox using a crossover network cable, didnt have any luck!! hope to buy my own dreambox soon and get a null modem cable to flash images to it. im a novice in this field but hope to learn more about this:-)

[piopat]

if we can help you just ask mate ,and wellcome to the forum guys.

[Hologram]

trying this with a crossover cable

thanks alot !

[pmooneyx]

Is it possible to use a crossover cable instead of a null modem cable, thee seems to be conflicting opinion on whether it is a good idea?


How Do I Use Dreamup?

If, for any reason, your box won't boot, you will have to use Dreamup to flash an image instead of Flash Wizard Pro or any other method. You won't be able to connect via ethernet so no ip address is required. It may be that the process simply hung up during flashing or you accidentally pulled the plug half way through (yes it did happen to me). This will get you back on track.

Required


Null Modem Cable (this is NOT the same as a serial or rs232 cable, although it looks the same)

Image File (.img) or a (.nfi) file

DreamUp Program

Instructions


Disconnect all cables from your dreambox, including the power
Connect the null modem cable to the dreambox and to your PC
Load Dreamup.exe
Click Connect and you will see a message like this
http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/1434/dreamup1fv2.jpg

Connect the power and the bootloader should be copied to the box
The message should now say 'Box attached and Ready'
Click Flash on the right hand side and select the image to be flashed
http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/5605/dreamup2tc0.jpg

Click Yes or Ya (depending on the version)
Note: If you're flashing a backup image, select NO.

The image should then be uploaded to the box
There will be a countdown timer at the bottom of the program
http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/9351/dreamup3kk2.jpg

After the image is uploaded, it will be flashed to memory
The finished process should look like this:
http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/2238/dreamup4ka6.jpg

Click OK and close down Dreamup
Power off the dreambox for 30 seconds then power up
If any errors appear, check all cables are connected properly and repeat the process but do not use the PC while it's running
Good Luck!

[sjnbad]

thanks for the guild, where can I download the DM500-S's image?

[avwolf]

hi i am trying to use Dreamup to flash my DM500C with USB-to-serial connection with a null modem cable.

May I ask how long do i need to wait after I power up my dreambox? I have waited for a few minutes but there is no 'Box attached and Ready' message. Hence, I wasn't able to flash my dreambox.

[piopat]

a usb to serial adaptor requires whats called a driver which you install on your pc (the driver is a bit of software that simply put helps your pc to see the box so it can send the new image to it) the driver either comes on a disk (which you get with the adaptor) or if you got no disk you have to go online and download a suitable driver .if you dont have a driver you need to get one or the pc wont be abe to see the box. you may have a driver installed on your pc and may still find that the pc cant see the box ,if so this is most likely because your pc runs on windows vista and vista is incompatable with most if not all usb to serial adaptor drivers .i was unable to find a suitable driver that would work with vista so in the end i bought an older second hand dell desktop pc (it has 2 usb ports and 2 9 pin serial ports) and all it cost was 50 euros ,i can connect the null modem cable direct to my desktop and flash any box.

[avwolf]

hi i am trying to use Dreamup to flash my DM500C with USB-to-serial connection with a null modem cable.

May I ask how long do i need to wait after I power up my dreambox? I have waited for a few minutes but there is no 'Box attached and Ready' message. Hence, I wasn't able to flash my dreambox.

ok, i think i have found out the answer for myself.
i have found an older PC with a serial port.
after I switched on my DM500C, it took only about 5 seconds for me to get the 'Box attached and Ready' message. I tried to flash it using the latest Dreamup software from the offical Dream website but it couldn't work. However, I have success with flashing using another Dreamup version 1.3.3.1 which I got from someone else.
Below is the link to Dreamup 1.3.3.1:
DreamUP_1_3_3_1.exe (http://www.mediafire.com/?crevo9lxaf0ven8)
By the way, it took about 12 min for the flashing to complete.

I had no success earlier on with my 2 laptops running on Windows XP using a USB-to-Serial adaptor. Attached is the pic of the adaptor that I used.

http://img266.imageshack.us/img266/4820/usbtors2321.jpg

I was told by the storekeeper he had feedback from buyers that this model may not work and recommend me to buy another more expensive model. Hence, for future buyers of adaptor, perhaps it might be wiser to get a more expensive one.

[piopat]

if the problem is with the drivers being incompatable a more expensive adaptor will make no difference . the adaptor is not at fault its the drivers incompatability to vista that is the problem ,xp laptops can suffer with the same problem. using a desktop with dreamup (for flashing )works 100% on all boxes ,all tho it can be slow flashing that way .newer dreamboxes such as a dm800 can be flashed via web browser which takes only about 4 minutes ,however flashing a dm500 you need the dreamup way or maybe ftping an image to the /temp folder may work.

[user11]

i hope this will work for me :)

[mtv1]

i hope this will work for me :)

yes it will please say thanks if someone has helped you press the red button on there post :) thanks

[rogerkelsey1]

where can i get dreamup software to re-flash my dead dreambox 500

[piopat]

i uploaded deamup 1.3.2.1 to the download section (which is ideal for the dm500) so you can get it there or click on the links in my signature area.

[niko752]

i also have problem with "aborted by user, exiting"

[mtv1]

try this m8 Digital Kaos - Downloads - DreamUP V1.3.3.6 (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/dreamup-v1-3-3-6-1267/) or the other one if ya have that :)

[piopat]

i recommend that if your going to reflash a dm500/change the image that you do perform a flash erase first .open dreamup and look just above where you see flash and you will see flash erase (click on that to erase the current image )and then flash the box as normal. newer versions of dreamup may not have the flash erase option (as when the newer boxes such as the dm800 are reflashed the new image overwrites the old ) so when using a dm500 to flash erase or if you have the message aborted by user you will need an older version of dreamup such as dreamup 1.3.2.1 .

[resident01]

thanks very handy never got no instructions with my box

[gerry69b]

hi all

as a complete newbie ,,
i instaled everything i thought "could be useful" .. silly me filled the var folder
in my wisdom i thought use dreamup and flash the image again

silly me now i get "aborted by user, exiting"

could this be the version i am using that is causing it .. i am using 1.3.3.7

[gerry69b]

quick update ,,

tried flashing with version 1.3.3.1 and it worked a treat ...

[piopat]

well done gerry the error message "aborted bu user " is usually because the wrong version of dreamup is being used ,you have to remember that there are newer versions of dreambox such as dm800hd and dm500hd and newer versions of dreamup specificly for flashing them.

[sipvox]

well documented. I will try tonight.?
How Do I Use Dreamup?

If, for any reason, your box won't boot, you will have to use Dreamup to flash an image instead of Flash Wizard Pro or any other method. You won't be able to connect via ethernet so no ip address is required. It may be that the process simply hung up during flashing or you accidentally pulled the plug half way through (yes it did happen to me). This will get you back on track.

Required


Null Modem Cable (this is NOT the same as a serial or rs232 cable, although it looks the same)

Image File (.img) or a (.nfi) file

DreamUp Program

Instructions


Disconnect all cables from your dreambox, including the power
Connect the null modem cable to the dreambox and to your PC
Load Dreamup.exe
Click Connect and you will see a message like this
http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/1434/dreamup1fv2.jpg

Connect the power and the bootloader should be copied to the box
The message should now say 'Box attached and Ready'
Click Flash on the right hand side and select the image to be flashed
http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/5605/dreamup2tc0.jpg

Click Yes or Ya (depending on the version)
Note: If you're flashing a backup image, select NO.

The image should then be uploaded to the box
There will be a countdown timer at the bottom of the program
http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/9351/dreamup3kk2.jpg

After the image is uploaded, it will be flashed to memory
The finished process should look like this:
http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/2238/dreamup4ka6.jpg

Click OK and close down Dreamup
Power off the dreambox for 30 seconds then power up
If any errors appear, check all cables are connected properly and repeat the process but do not use the PC while it's running
Good Luck!

[mtv1]

quick update ,,

tried flashing with version 1.3.3.1 and it worked a treat ...

seee i did tell you , i had that problem tooo some boxes will only flash with older version of dreamup have you got this http://rapidshare.com/files/441712505/DCC.rar dreambox control center makes life a lot easier takes seconds to flash the box ftp in jig time :)

[gerry69b]

@Piopat
good to know that dreamup is model specific ...if you have a list of models to s/w versions i think you will save a lot of panic attacks and grey hairs

@sipvox (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/members/230278-sipvox/) & mtv1
some feedback on flashing with dream up ...

i had used dcc to change my dm500s from gemini 4.70 to pli jade (3 ver june 2009 ).. but it looked like i was using a lot of onboard storage for this ..
i then used dreamup because this specifically mentions erasing before flashing (not the great idea i thought it was)

what ever you do .. do not click the "flash erase" button... if you have the wrong version of dreamup - it will still erase the flash (thats what happened to me), and you are left with a brick until you can find the correct version

if you make a note of your dm box's ip address before making any changes .. flashing over serial cable takes a few minutes ... flashing over the serial cable & network connection at the sametime takes only a few seconds.


everyone has a reason for flashing and mine was (and still is)
trying to find an image that is up to date and well documented for a newbie
1-
gemini 4.70
-doesnt appear to like me trying to record to shared hdd on my pc from my "silver style" remote control
- i suspect my dm500s is a clone and read somewhere of little surprise timebombs

2-
pli jade 3 ver june 2009
- doesnt appear to have a good way to stream from pc to dm .. doesnt have a plugin for vlcf

if anyone can recommend an up to date dm500 image that is geared to uk users i would appreciate it

[dekdeck]

thanks for this information. wish a dream-box had a usb port instead of a serial port. cause I'm using a laptop and there's no serial port in it.

[Shady]

thanks for this information. wish a dream-box had a usb port instead of a serial port. cause I'm using a laptop and there's no serial port in it.

use telnet then.
Flashing a Dreambox Image using Telnet (http://www.dreamboxtips.com/flashing-a-dreambox-image-using-telnet/)

[Martinez036]

Thanks for the Inf. I have a Dreambox DM500C and If you can help a novice like us I will apresiate.
Thank you.

[Martinez036]

Thanks, is the firts time using this forum. and is amazing.:giveup: Dreambox DM500C more info.

[sisikwasisi]

hi ineed hlp to flash my dreambox c500.

[piopat]

you flash a dm500c the same way as you flash a dm500s ,but you will need a cable image for the dm500c .if you live in the uk the dm500c will not give you any pay channels only what ever free to air channels that are available.

[260009610]

i think i got it. i got a serial lead not a null modem. what a f'ing plonker i really am.

[azizan8]

Is it possible to use a crossover cable instead of a null modem cable, thee seems to be conflicting opinion on whether it is a good idea?

for my DM800HD, i still not solve it yet although i strictly follow the steps given.. i don't know why.. it is still "connection prepared. now switch on your dreambox". If i switch off my dreambox, i will lost the COM2 or any COM that is plan to be use for flashing. I use the Null Modem Cable that connected to USB to Serial Adapter to my notebook. However, without the adapter, it did not detect or use any COM. If I use null modem cable DB9 female to USB (notebook), then it detected as "Unknown USB device" and asking for driver which cannot be found anywhere in the forum or websites.

Please help...

Please help..

[azizan8]

How Do I Use Dreamup?

If, for any reason, your box won't boot, you will have to use Dreamup to flash an image instead of Flash Wizard Pro or any other method. You won't be able to connect via ethernet so no ip address is required. It may be that the process simply hung up during flashing or you accidentally pulled the plug half way through (yes it did happen to me). This will get you back on track.

Required


Null Modem Cable (this is NOT the same as a serial or rs232 cable, although it looks the same)

Image File (.img) or a (.nfi) file

DreamUp Program


Instructions


Disconnect all cables from your dreambox, including the power
Connect the null modem cable to the dreambox and to your PC
Load Dreamup.exe
Click Connect and you will see a message like this

http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/1434/dreamup1fv2.jpg

Connect the power and the bootloader should be copied to the box
The message should now say 'Box attached and Ready'
Click Flash on the right hand side and select the image to be flashed

http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/5605/dreamup2tc0.jpg

Click Yes or Ya (depending on the version)

Note: If you're flashing a backup image, select NO.

The image should then be uploaded to the box
There will be a countdown timer at the bottom of the program

http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/9351/dreamup3kk2.jpg

After the image is uploaded, it will be flashed to memory
The finished process should look like this:

http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/2238/dreamup4ka6.jpg

Click OK and close down Dreamup
Power off the dreambox for 30 seconds then power up
If any errors appear, check all cables are connected properly and repeat the process but do not use the PC while it's running

Good Luck!

it doesn't work for "CA NOT FOUND". I tried it on my DM800HD PVR. Any better solution for "CA NOT FOUND"?

[EAMO 2]

it doesn't work for "CA NOT FOUND". I tried it on my DM800HD PVR. Any better solution for "CA NOT FOUND"?
Try this
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/attachments/f34/16912d1271952450-no-ca-found-file-big-fix-2nd_stage_pack.zip
Have a read thru this thread
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f34/no-ca-found-file-big-fix-73198/

[seng55]

thanks for the guide, need this cause i just did a stupid thing and killed the box....

[fayssal]

thankssssssss

[BIGBOY786]

hi im new to all this cable buisness, i know that starview seplease give me a fast reply and i will thank you. Thanksrvers are down but i wanted to find out are these instructions on flashing a dreambox 500 cable version or sat version also are the servers up and running at the moment.

[mtv1]

mate what a poor post , dreamboxes are servers , starviews are completely different , please ask a proper question . starview cable servers are down .

[EAMO 2]

hi im new to all this cable buisness, i know that starview seplease give me a fast reply and i will thank you. Thanksrvers are down but i wanted to find out are these instructions on flashing a dreambox 500 cable version or sat version also are the servers up and running at the moment.
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[mtv1]

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[EAMO 2]

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[harky]

i had a bad day.... dreamup fail me.. it can be connect but upload about few sec it was aborted.. been tried many diff version it just dont work...

beside null cable can i use crossover ethernet cable? if my box set is down and need dreamup to make it live.

[piopat]

the abort error indicates you are using the wrong version of dreamup all i can suggest is you keep trying different versions and one version will work.

[harky]

had already tried 8 diff version.. none of them work... and btw i using a laptop with a express Serial card

[piopat]

i know usb to serial adaptors can be troublesome because the drivers dont work well if at all with vista . but usually if the flashing process starts (even for just a few seconds) and you have the error aborted by user message thats a good sign that a different version of dreamup will work . you could try a desktop computer and null modem cable that will work every time , you dont say what dreambox you have but you may be able to flash via web browser or ftp or telnet the image in to a dm500s .

[harky]

ops i using dm500

[thedogking]

Thanks! New to this forum and trying to learn how to DIY instead of paying someone to do it for me..

[harky]

i want to check the OS rs232 setting isit default??
e.g bit level those

[huiswift]

Hi All,
I've went to SLS to purchase a null-modem cable.
As below,

http://img254.imageshack.us/f/nullmodemcable.jpg/


But once i power up more dreambox, nothing pop up and the bar is not running. Why is that so? Im quite confused with null modem cable and serial cable. On the packaging itself , is called as serial cable Female/Female. I've tried plugging into my PC and dreambox. it fits.. but the only thing is it can;t connect.

Pls advise.

[harky]

make sure is a cross null modem cable.. (not normal standard RS232 cable) http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f71/eurovox-null-modem-cable-help-pls-20624/
and this is the steps guide http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f34/guide-flashing-dreambox-dreamup-33/

[piopat]

a crossover cable is different to a null modem cable ,and buying a crossover cable is no guarantee you can flash your box . a crossover cable is used for some thing different really.

[harky]

just ask for the cable?

[harky]

in store they only sell null cable cross or straight
to correct what i mean is
The correct one "null modem" is cross configured RX/TX and thats what is required. A standard RS232 cable will be straight through.


a crossover cable is different to a null modem cable ,and buying a crossover cable is no guarantee you can flash your box . a crossover cable is used for some thing different really.

[ypvs125]

Hi All,
I've went to SLS to purchase a null-modem cable.
As below,

Imageshack - nullmodemcable.jpg (http://img254.imageshack.us/f/nullmodemcable.jpg/)


But once i power up more dreambox, nothing pop up and the bar is not running. Why is that so? Im quite confused with null modem cable and serial cable. On the packaging itself , is called as serial cable Female/Female. I've tried plugging into my PC and dreambox. it fits.. but the only thing is it can;t connect.

Pls advise.

I was having the same issues as yours the first time and thought have bought the wrong cable or dreamup was not compatible with win 7.
What i do for it to work is to start dreamup with the power unplug from the box. Once press connect on dreamup, then i start to plug in the power cable to the box. Maybe you could try this and ensure is a null modem cable.

[nchamoh]

I am trying to flash my dm500, it says upload completed waiting for acknowledge..... any help with this will be highly appreciated

[harky]

try other version of dreamup as some work on u some dont.


I am trying to flash my dm500, it says upload completed waiting for acknowledge..... any help with this will be highly appreciated

[nchamoh]

Thanks mate have tried other at least three versions but no smiles

[harky]

could it be ur null cable plug lose...?

[rrct]

hi sorry, im new here. does the flashing helps to the recent problems of DB? thanks!!

[Jonis]

Is the Dreamup software able to flash the dm900c model?

[djenga]

looking new version of enigma for dm 7020

[rae07]

Hi, thanks for great guide. I've tried using Dreamup but I got stuck right after "loading flasher" or something like that. Dreamup was able to detect my dreambox 500 as recorded in the log box below the program.

It stayed there for bat 20 mins and couldn't proceed. I've tried dreamup ver. 1.2.2, 1.3.3.0 to 1.3.3.3 and .3.3.7 none of them works.

Anyone can help? I got a null cable frm eBay but can't confirm if it's one.

[erwinseow]

Sorry if this has been mentioned before.

Can I just flash the Dreambox with just a NULL modem cable? Or do I need to connect both the null cable and the network (ethernet) port?

Thanks!

[piopat]

if your laptop / pc has a 9 pin connection you only need a null modem cable to flash the box ,if your laptop / pc does not have the 9 pin connection you need a usb to serial adaptor that connects to the null modem cable .

usb to serial adaptors require you to install a bit of software called a driver in your pc ,in simple terms the driver helps the pc see your box (and vice versa) via the adaptor but in my experience windows vista is just about incompatable with the usb to serial adaptor drivers ,in which case if your box is a dm500 you will need to find a desktop pc (with the 9 pin connection ) to flash your box .

newer boxes such as a dm800 can be flashed via web browser .

[acid778]

hi im a relative newbie when i connect the dreambox by using dream up i connect it when it states to put the power on i do but all it does is identify the box model (dm500s) and then nothing happens...

can you help me please

ps. oh btw the reason im doing this is because the channels that i was reciving have gone and are noth coming back i researched a little and it said to try and re flash i am using the correct cabel (9pin null modem)

[cgscott]

If it identifies it then you need to click flash. Browse to the file you want to load to it then it will flash it to the box.

[piopat]

you dont say what box you have (this info helps as you may have alternatives ) all being well (when using dreamup) dreamup will recognise your box (example it will say dm500 etc) and all being well the log box will say power up /plug in your box . if dreamup doesnt say now power up your box i assume your using a usb to serial adaptor which is very problematic.

[acid778]

it recognises the boz as being dm500s in the log book part of the window and under the progress bar it states transfer ready now power up uour box when i do nothing happens the usb adapter i am using is a pluscom usb2.0 to rs323 converter

[piopat]

when you plug the box does it say anything in the log box ? ,i think your problem is the usb adaptor (its hard if not impossible to get them to work with windows vista ) try and get the use of an old desktop computer and connect the box to it using just the null modem cable .

you could also try flashing the box via telnet (have a look at this thread )
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f39/how-flash-dm500-using-telnet-163444/

[enzomarza]

Hello, can help me with dm500-s?

[piopat]

enzo what kind of help do you need .

[lordbryen86]

hi can i used any male rs232 cable to flash it?

[ptergrand]

How Do I Use Dreamup?

If, for any reason, your box won't boot, you will have to use Dreamup to flash an image instead of Flash Wizard Pro or any other method. You won't be able to connect via ethernet so no ip address is required. It may be that the process simply hung up during flashing or you accidentally pulled the plug half way through (yes it did happen to me). This will get you back on track.

Required


Null Modem Cable (this is NOT the same as a serial or rs232 cable, although it looks the same)

Image File (.img) or a (.nfi) file

DreamUp Program


Instructions


Disconnect all cables from your dreambox, including the power
Connect the null modem cable to the dreambox and to your PC
Load Dreamup.exe
Click Connect and you will see a message like this

http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/1434/dreamup1fv2.jpg

Connect the power and the bootloader should be copied to the box
The message should now say 'Box attached and Ready'
Click Flash on the right hand side and select the image to be flashed

http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/5605/dreamup2tc0.jpg

Click Yes or Ya (depending on the version)

Note: If you're flashing a backup image, select NO.

The image should then be uploaded to the box
There will be a countdown timer at the bottom of the program

http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/9351/dreamup3kk2.jpg

After the image is uploaded, it will be flashed to memory
The finished process should look like this:

http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/2238/dreamup4ka6.jpg

Click OK and close down Dreamup
Power off the dreambox for 30 seconds then power up
If any errors appear, check all cables are connected properly and repeat the process but do not use the PC while it's running

Good Luck!
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[dazzl3r]

Hi Guys.

First of all I?m a complete newbie writing this post for two reason first any quick guidance but mainly to allow me to download what I think may be a valid solution to my problem; a jtag. Any advice is very welcome, I don?t want to come across lazy as I am determined to find a solution on my own if need be and perhaps this jtag download guide may well be the solution.

Problem
I have basically killed my box (dm500) via flashwizard6.3 and uploading an image which locked up at 84%. The box now is not responsive via remote or in terms of what it puts out on the tv which is a black screen. If unplugged and plugged back in the green light of front of box will illuminate for about 5 mins before going out completely. I basically cannot now install an image via the network method as the box has no identify (ip etc)

what I have tried
I have tried various versions of dream up to no avail using the usb/null cable method the consistent statement coming from all versions is ?connection prepared, now switch on the dreambox!? I power up the dm500 and nothing happens.
Many thanks

[EAMO 2]

Use an old PC or laptop with rs-232 port. Use null-modem
cable ONLY. Use Dream-up 1.3.2.1 & image should flash to
box alright. USB-rs232 cables are very problematic with Dream-up software. Some will work, but most won't & you must have precise drivers to enable USB-rs232 cable to function properly with Dream-up software. If 1.3.2.1 does not
work try 1.3.2.4 or others. J-tag can be very daunting & does not always solve the problem

[nooman67]

thank you for ur help

[EAMO 2]

hi can i used any male rs232 cable to flash it?

Must be a NULL-MODEM cable(2 wires are crossed-over)
rs232-serial cable is straight-thru cable & won't work with DreamUp

[howpeter]

Hi,

I am a new member and also very new to this Dreambox. I have just bought a DM500c. When i go into Setup, it ask me for the password. So i check with the seller but he said that the Dreambox is being lock by the main supplier and they wouldn't know the password too.

Can i use this method to delete this lock?

[piopat]

mate there should be no password/pin number on a new box (your seller is talking through his ass ) if the box is locked and he wont help you send it back . there is a default password on most boxes such as 0000 ,but the box is never locked when you buy it .also you should be aware (if you live in the uk or ireland ) a dm500c is of little use to you unless you know some one that has a private cable server .

ive worked on many boxes that have never been locked by a default password ,a box is only locked once the owner changes the default password .

[EAMO 2]

mate there should be no password/pin number on a new box (your seller is talking through his ass ) if the box is locked and he wont help you send it back . there is a default password on most boxes such as 0000 ,but the box is never locked when you buy it .also you should be aware (if you live in the uk or ireland ) a dm500c is of little use to you unless you know some one that has a private cable server .

ive worked on many boxes that have never been locked by a default password ,a box is only locked once the owner changes the default password .

How are you, Pio, good to see you on. Thought we had lost you to the "brain drain". Do you ever look thru SG-Sta*hub thread. You
would be a big addition to that thread (DM500 & DM800HD). There
are some very Hi-Tech members in that region & if you & them got
your heads together the outcome could be very interesting.
I suspect HowPeter is in SG-region. Traders over there often lock
boxes before selling them on. Punters then have to pay trader to
upgrade box when encryption type changes. If Peter flashed new
image using Dream-up That would remove menu-lock. As you say,
Pio, in Eire/UK he will need cable-server & would be better to return box & get DM500s box. No trouble finding Sat-servers.
In SG-region DM500c works fine as they still use Nagra1 type encryption.

[piopat]

hi eamo mate as you say peter could reflash the box and then the pin lock wouldnt be an issue ,but as you say he still would need access to a cable server . the satellite option using a dm500s (atleast for me ) is a better option as at worst you always have all the free to air channels .

[ak19if]

Hi
I'm new in this field I have just bought DM600C , I want to flashing the box with dream up,Can I use the same method you had posted earlier? Please guide me
Thanks

[piopat]

yes you can flash it with dreamup just ensure you have the correct image for a dm600c ,dm500 images end with .img dm600 images end with .nfi .

[inzaghi75]

Hello guys,

my dreambox hangs after it has been flashed. On the OLED screen only dream multimedia shows up.

Using null cable and hyperterm here is what i observed

(c) 2007,2008 Dream Multimedia GmbH. All rights reserved.
Dreambox DM800
FIRST STAGE 1.00 {BO23456}
2ND STAGE OK, build #76 (20100419)
0.000 - BCM board setup
{00000126,00000126,00000125,00000124,00000123,

Have tried using DreamUP 1.3.3.4 to flash a new image.. the flashing was successful but rebooting the box i encounter the same issue.

Does anyone have any idea as to what may have gone wrong?

thanks much.

melvin

[piopat]

are there any error messages like no ca found ? ,i can only think you used an image that has a different bootloader to your box as with will cause boot errors .here is a link that may help
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f34/fix-no-ca-error-70341/

[holee]

My DM500C died...cannot boot...no screen at all...hope can flash using dreamup....:{

[piopat]

if its got a green light on at the front there is a good chance the box is ok and just needing a reflash ,if its got no lights at all its not looking great .

[av68]

Does anybody have experience with flashing DB500C over the Ethernet Interface? Is it possible at all?

[piopat]

heres a couple of options you can look at
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f34/guide-flash-backup-image-via-telnet-760/

Howto Flash via the root.cramfs method

It means that you use the network connection (or crossover cable) to FTP the image to your Dreambox and to flash it manually.

This way is only supported by the CDK boxes or what are also called Engima 1 boxes.


the DM500, the DM56xx and the DM7000

When you have an UTP (LAN) connection between your PC and Dreambox, do the following:


1.Rename the image into root.cramfs (in small letters)
2.Copy this root.cramfs with a FTP-software to your Dreambox in the subdirectory /var/tmp
3.Push on the Dream or Menu button on your remote control to get into the Enigma menu
4.Go to the System Settings menu and choose the Software update

Now choose Software update where you will see 2 possibilities:

1.Internet update
2.Manual update

Now you choose the last option (Manual Update).

[holee]

Does anybody have experience with flashing DB500C over the Ethernet Interface? Is it possible at all?

I recently flashed my DM500C using this method.

First do a ftp of the image file, then use the telnet to flash.

You can follow the guide given. Its very fast.

[afghankid]

can you do this using a laptop

[iLLiterate]

My box keeps rebooting. Hope to be able to revive it with the guidance here.

[I.LuV.ManUTd!]

Null Modem Cable (this is NOT the same as a serial or rs232 cable, although it looks the same)

Bit of help needed here, I've seen websites that sell dreamboxes selling RS232 cables. I'm confused now as to if I have the right cable?

I need the USB to Null Modem too yet.

Any help?

[piopat]

a null modem cable has a 9 pin connection at both ends and it connects direct to the box and also can connect direct to a computer that has the same 9 pin connection that is on the back of the box . a desktop computer will allmost always have the correct 9 pin connection but a laptop in most cases will not have the 9 pin connection ,hence you then require a usb to serial adaptor . you connect the serial end of the adaptor to the null modem cable ,you would then connect the null modem end to your box and the usb end to your computer .

a usb to serial adaptor requires a bit of software called a driver ,the easiest way to explain why the driver is needed is that the driver helps the computer see the adaptor if the computer cant see the adaptor the cable wont work . the usb to serial adaptor can come with a disk which contains the driver which you install on your computer or you may have to go online and download the driver .

the problem is that windows vista is incompatable with most if not all of the drivers available ,so you may find it impossible to flash your box that way . if all you have is a laptop that does not have the 9 pin conection (and runs on vista ) you may have serious problems flashing your box ,a desktop computer will work maybe your kids have an old desktop computer or you have a friend who has one that you can use for about 15 minutes . there are one or 2 other methods that can be used to flash your box that are a bit more technical.

[shaniemot]

How Do I Use Dreamup?

If, for any reason, your box won't boot, you will have to use Dreamup to flash an image instead of Flash Wizard Pro or any other method. You won't be able to connect via ethernet so no ip address is required. It may be that the process simply hung up during flashing or you accidentally pulled the plug half way through (yes it did happen to me). This will get you back on track.

Required


Null Modem Cable (this is NOT the same as a serial or rs232 cable, although it looks the same)

Image File (.img) or a (.nfi) file

DreamUp Program

Instructions


Disconnect all cables from your dreambox, including the power
Connect the null modem cable to the dreambox and to your PC
Load Dreamup.exe
Click Connect and you will see a message like this
http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/1434/dreamup1fv2.jpg

Connect the power and the bootloader should be copied to the box
The message should now say 'Box attached and Ready'
Click Flash on the right hand side and select the image to be flashed
http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/5605/dreamup2tc0.jpg

Click Yes or Ya (depending on the version)
Note: If you're flashing a backup image, select NO.

The image should then be uploaded to the box
There will be a countdown timer at the bottom of the program
http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/9351/dreamup3kk2.jpg

After the image is uploaded, it will be flashed to memory
The finished process should look like this:
http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/2238/dreamup4ka6.jpg

Click OK and close down Dreamup
Power off the dreambox for 30 seconds then power up
If any errors appear, check all cables are connected properly and repeat the process but do not use the PC while it's running
Good Luck!
is worling ?

[Kidcreole]

my dreamup freezes on the prompt "initiating flash-loader upload..." any advice?

[Kidcreole]

I have tried every version of Dreamup & have not managed to get passed the "initiating flash-loader upload..." any assistance or if there is anyone out there who could flash it for me (local to L/pool) I'll come to you and pay a reasonable fee?

[TREEDOON]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THE INFORMATION

[wardano]

I have a problem with the connection dreamup to dreambox. Com port not responding. somewhere i have read that you have to use com15? Com1 is serial cable but I want to use a mini usb cable. thanks

[cbk]

I have tried every version of Dreamup & have not managed to get passed the "initiating flash-loader upload..." any assistance or if there is anyone out there who could flash it for me (local to L/pool) I'll come to you and pay a reasonable fee?

I had the same problem untill i tried with version dreamup v1.2.2.0 thats the only version that works for me.

[xcalibur]

Is there any pre-requisite to download "DreamUP.zip" from page 1?

[superscaff1]

Hi, I have just purchased my Dream 800 I too never got the instructions but searched about on this forum and managed to find it, all 80 odd pages.

[piopat]

before flashing a dm800 you must know what sim and bootloader version your box is ,most newer clones are sim 2.01 bootloader 75 or 76 (BL75 OR BL76 ) newer boxes are ssl82 . so before flashing your box connect it up and power it up and see if it has an image (an image is the tv software ) if it has an image you can watch the free to air channels .

now to see what particular image you have power off the box (there is a switch at the rear of the box ) and power it back on ,now look at the tv screen and it should say the name of the image such as dreamelite or blackhole /or the GP (the gemini project) or pli etc (if the box has no image you will need to give the boxan image and this is called flashing the box .next you want to know what sim and bootloader version your box is ,so power off the box (via the switch ) and then power it back on and look at the little lcd screen at the front of the box and it will display certain info including the sim and bootloader versions of your box .

so simply put if the lcd display says your box is sim 2.01 and bootloader 76 (BL76) you need an image with the same sim and bootloader versions .if you cant find an image to suit your box before taking a chance and using the wrong image read as many threads as you can on this forum (to find an image ) or ask a senior member on this forum if they can point you to where you can download a suitable image for your box .

[harri2011b]

Thanks, dreamup works

[maketo]

thank all the information

[switchpod]

Hi devilfish,

Does a usb to Serial converter works with dreamup?

[westkill]

Hi devilfish,

Does a usb to Serial converter works with dreamup?

yes it does for me :)

[melkhishin]

I cannot flash using USB to serial prolific cable

any help how to configure this

[osnik]

Really nice...Thanks..

[dollant]

before flashing a dm800 you must know what sim and bootloader version your box is ,most newer clones are sim 2.01 bootloader 75 or 76 (BL75 OR BL76 ) newer boxes are ssl82 . so before flashing your box connect it up and power it up and see if it has an image (an image is the tv software ) if it has an image you can watch the free to air channels .

now to see what particular image you have power off the box (there is a switch at the rear of the box ) and power it back on ,now look at the tv screen and it should say the name of the image such as dreamelite or blackhole /or the GP (the gemini project) or pli etc (if the box has no image you will need to give the boxan image and this is called flashing the box .next you want to know what sim and bootloader version your box is ,so power off the box (via the switch ) and then power it back on and look at the little lcd screen at the front of the box and it will display certain info including the sim and bootloader versions of your box .

so simply put if the lcd display says your box is sim 2.01 and bootloader 76 (BL76) you need an image with the same sim and bootloader versions .if you cant find an image to suit your box before taking a chance and using the wrong image read as many threads as you can on this forum (to find an image ) or ask a senior member on this forum if they can point you to where you can download a suitable image for your box .

Is there any other way to find out what is the image and sim in my dm as I was given preloaded dm and suddenly has gone dead in the front oled and only the fan and ethernet light is working
thanks

[piopat]

you say you were given do you mean bought ? if you bought the box new and its not working its probably best to send it back to the supplier .

[axner8]

Dear Devilfish,

I tried to connect my laptop to my dm but it is not connected. I waited for a long time also. Currently my DM cannot boot up it is just showing me a wallpaper of a car. Nothing is happening tried to unplug the power supply on and off but it's useless. My remote control also cannot off my DM nothing is working. My DM do not have a off button just a standby button.
Pls advice . I just bought it only from an aquaintance which I think cheated me.
I really hope you could provide me with the solution. I m base in SG.

[mtv1]

what type cable are u using null modem cable with usb adapters are not reliable try using a computer with a com port ,, also there are a lot of versions of dream up out there try the one on my siggy below good luck :)

:wink:

[axner8]

Dear MTV1

I still cannot connect my laptop to my DM. It's seems my laptop cannot detect my DM. I m using rs232 to USB on my laptop.

[mtv1]

thought so you are going to have to find desk top with com port mate also i'll bet its most likely running vista :(

[axner8]

The last when I used my DM I check on the properties of the DM it shows it's running on Linux. Is there any software for it. Pls help.
Tks

[piopat]

Dear Devilfish,

I tried to connect my laptop to my dm but it is not connected. I waited for a long time also. Currently my DM cannot boot up it is just showing me a wallpaper of a car. Nothing is happening tried to unplug the power supply on and off but it's useless. My remote control also cannot off my DM nothing is working. My DM do not have a off button just a standby button.
Pls advice . I just bought it only from an aquaintance which I think cheated me.
I really hope you could provide me with the solution. I m base in SG.
can you say what your dreambox is is it a dm500s or what version it is ,you understand the more info we have the more help we can give .

[piopat]

Dear MTV1

I still cannot connect my laptop to my DM. It's seems my laptop cannot detect my DM. I m using rs232 to USB on my laptop.
if your using a usb to serial cable connected to a null modem cable you need a driver ,a driver is software which either comes on a disk with the usb to serial cabe or you have to go online and download it . to put it simply the driver software helps your pc see your dreambox ,without the driver your pc cant see your dreambox.also as mtv says make sure you have the correct version of dreamup ,some say dreamup is universal (the neweset versions maybe )but not the older versions .

[axner8]

It's already frozen how can I find out pls advice. My frozen page is showing a wallpaper of a robotic looking car.
Pls pls help me

[axner8]

I just found out my DM is from china it's a OEM Dm500 for Singapore. Can anyone pls help me which software to install to link my laptop to my DM and reboot it. Currently it's frozen. Jus showing a wallpaper of a concept car from Pugeaut.

[Bulld0g]

I just found out my DM is from china it's a OEM Dm500 for Singapore. Can anyone pls help me which software to install to link my laptop to my DM and reboot it. Currently it's frozen. Jus showing a wallpaper of a concept car from Pugeaut.

Use Dreamup to flash your new image with if that's what you mean. http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f213/guide-flashing-dreambox-dreamup-42950/

[sdLeo]

I have box (DVB 500) which says the tool to be used is DVBup .I think this ia OEM or duplicate from China. If this is same as DM500? any ideas? .


I was just playing around with the communication setup when it suddenly crashed and failed to boot . my bad.
Nothing is coming up on the screen i.e. it is not booting . There is a green LED on the box . so i think it is a good sign.
after reading through the post i feel i need to reflash the image.
should i use Dreamup to reflash the image ? which version of Dreamup should i use?
If Dreamup downloads the relevant image automatically when it detects the version of the box? if not, then which image should be flashed and where I can find this image.?

help me please

[piopat]

I have box (DVB 500) which says the tool to be used is DVBup .I think this ia OEM or duplicate from China. If this is same as DM500? any ideas? .


I was just playing around with the communication setup when it suddenly crashed and failed to boot . my bad.
Nothing is coming up on the screen i.e. it is not booting . There is a green LED on the box . so i think it is a good sign.
after reading through the post i feel i need to reflash the image.
should i use Dreamup to reflash the image ? which version of Dreamup should i use?
If Dreamup downloads the relevant image automatically when it detects the version of the box? if not, then which image should be flashed and where I can find this image.?

help me please

some times images fail because they are in some way corrupt ,so the best thing to do is change the image . you can download the correct version of dreamup from the last link of my signature area (i marked it for use with a dm500s ) also you can download an image from the same link the image is called nabilo maxvar v8 .

[sdLeo]

some times images fail because they are in some way corrupt ,so the best thing to do is change the image . you can download the correct version of dreamup from the last link of my signature area (i marked it for use with a dm500s ) also you can download an image from the same link the image is called nabilo maxvar v8 .

Hi mate,

If dreamup is on dreamboxtool.com or any any other link in your signature? Sorry , for the dumb question.

[piopat]

once again its the last link of my signature area ,the image is NabiloDM500-V08-MAXVAR.img for dm500s ,dreamup is there also .

[sdLeo]

once again its the last link of my signature area ,the image is NabiloDM500-V08-MAXVAR.img for dm500s ,dreamup is there also .

Sorry for being blind today.. got it. Thanks . will confirm on how it goes.

[pdiddy786]

hi where do i get the img file

[pdiddy786]

also which cales

[pdiddy786]

also com port because there are two types one is like a pci slot other 1 is with 9 pins

[pdiddy786]

also is it the blackbox 500 which i need to flash or is it any sky box thanks

[pdiddy786]

my final question does all this stuff acutually flash the box to view all the sky channels and do i need to connect my ethernet cable afterwards with my modem after i have completed all those steps thanks

[piopat]

hi where do i get the img file
if you mean an image for a dm500s you can download nabilo maxvar v8 from the last link in my signature area ,my signature area is near the bottom of any of my posts . you can also download dreamup from the same link .

[piopat]

also which cales
there is a 9 pin port on the rear of the dm500s if your computer/laptop has the same 9 pin connection all you need is a null modem cable . if your computer/laptop does not have the 9 pin connection you will need a usb to serial adaptor ,the adaptor connects to the null modem cable giving you a null modem end to connect to the dm500s and a usb end to connect to your computer/laptop .

however this can be very problematic ,the usb to serial adaptor requires a driver to be installed on your pc (simply put the driver which either comes with the adaptor on a disk or has to be downloaded online is software which helps your pc see your box) however windows vista is incompatable with most drivers so you may find you cant flash your box this way .

a simple sollution is to get the use of an older desktop pc which more than likely will have the correct 9 pin connection ,then all you need is a null modem cable .

[piopat]

my final question does all this stuff acutually flash the box to view all the sky channels and do i need to connect my ethernet cable afterwards with my modem after i have completed all those steps thanks
you do connect the box to the internet using an ethernet cable but just flashing the box wont give you the sky channels . flashing the box only gives you all the free to air channels .

in order to get the sky channels you need whats called a c line ,just so you understand here is an example of what a c line might look like
C:pdiddy.dyndns.org 12000 user20 share20
(the above c line does not work its just an example)

a c line is not free you have to buy it from whats called a payserver this is called cardsharing , the payserver charges say about ?120 a year for all the channels as opposed to sky charging about ?700 .thats as much as i can say on this topic as cardsharing talk is not allowed on the forum .if you have further questions on this side of things you can pm me if you like .

[pdiddy786]

thanks for replying, like you said payserver is that some one who has full subscription with sky and where do i get this c line from and the ?120 you was saying who do i need to give that to also once i have used the dreamup software what is the next step to get full channels if you could please explain

many thanks

[piopat]

thanks for replying, like you said payserver is that some one who has full subscription with sky and where do i get this c line from and the ?120 you was saying who do i need to give that to also once i have used the dreamup software what is the next step to get full channels if you could please explain

many thanks
you need to get your box first and flash it (if you have problems here let me know ) then connnect it to your router ,before you can run you have to learn to walk . when you have done this get back to me ,but if your questions are about cardsharing do it via pm so you dont break forum rules .

[wasty]

i have downloaded the dreamup but there is no comport 1, it only has comport 3, 4 , 5, 6. and 7 , and nothing happans when i connect the power cord with the dream box, someone please help

[wasty]

cant get the dreamup download any free links pls help

[wasty]

how to upload a image to the DB500s pls help

[wasty]

my DB is showing all the channels on the TV but its not catching the video what shoul i do

[mtv1]

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f39/dvblink-dreambox-1-0-turns-your-dreambox-into-real-mediacenter-42182/ look here be a little more specific what you want to do ??

[Juztoopi]

I try to backup the Pli image from a working box using DreamUp but it will always have this error "error while creating backup". I try using v1.3.3.2, v1.3.3.4, v1.3.3.5, v1.3.3.7, v1.3.3.9 with Win7, XP. I even change the different null cable, RS232 serial to USB cable & even the com port for the serial to USB port to 1. All these does not help at all, please advice me on this.

1:53:27 AM box type: DM500
1:53:36 AM Ping result: OK, box is alive and speaking to us ;-)
1:53:46 AM downloading image from box...
2:00:58 AM ERROR while downloading image from box!!
2:00:58 AM Error while creating Backup

[EAMO 2]

I try to backup the Pli image from a working box using DreamUp but it will always have this error "error while creating backup". I try using v1.3.3.2, v1.3.3.4, v1.3.3.5, v1.3.3.7, v1.3.3.9 with Win7, XP. I even change the different null cable, RS232 serial to USB cable & even the com port for the serial to USB port to 1. All these does not help at all, please advice me on this.

1:53:27 AM box type: DM500
1:53:36 AM Ping result: OK, box is alive and speaking to us ;-)
1:53:46 AM downloading image from box...
2:00:58 AM ERROR while downloading image from box!!
2:00:58 AM Error while creating Backup

BOX ALIVE & SPEAKING TO US means dream-up version is OK and your cable is good. Com-port selection is also correct.
When using dream-up always say NO(nein) to FLASH-ERASE.
It appears something on your working image is causing a conflict
with dream-up loader. You could un-install any add-ons that are
not vital on your image & then try back-up again
Might be worth a shot to try USE NETWORK option on Dream-Up
Connect null modem AND LAN-cable to box
Tick USE NETWORK box & use following settings;
Local IP(pc)----use router IP if box connected direct to router
----use PC-lan IP if box connected direct to PC
Remote IP(box)----use dreambox IP
Don't go near option SELECT ONE
Select correct comport setting, then hit CONNECT
If Network settings are correct box will flash in under 3 mins
If flash takes 12-15 mins, network settings are incorrect
As always DO NOT power-up box until prompted by Dream-Up.
:party:

[dreambox2]

thank you for this dude i hope it works

[Juztoopi]

BOX ALIVE & SPEAKING TO US means dream-up version is OK and your cable is good. Com-port selection is also correct.
When using dream-up always say NO(nein) to FLASH-ERASE.
It appears something on your working image is causing a conflict
with dream-up loader. You could un-install any add-ons that are
not vital on your image & then try back-up again
Might be worth a shot to try USE NETWORK option on Dream-Up
Connect null modem AND LAN-cable to box
Tick USE NETWORK box & use following settings;
Local IP(pc)----use router IP if box connected direct to router
----use PC-lan IP if box connected direct to PC
Remote IP(box)----use dreambox IP
Don't go near option SELECT ONE
Select correct comport setting, then hit CONNECT
If Network settings are correct box will flash in under 3 mins
If flash takes 12-15 mins, network settings are incorrect
As always DO NOT power-up box until prompted by Dream-Up.
:party:


Great, i successfully did a backup with the network cable connected to the box.... it completed within 3 mins but it kind of strange especially when i will need to connect the network cable just to do backup... Thanks!!!

another qns to ask u, the backup image is just a pure image or with other file (/var, /scce) in it? what other files is important to be backup?

[dreambox user]

thanks you have helped me out loads, cheers mate

[EAMO 2]

Great, i successfully did a backup with the network cable connected to the box.... it completed within 3 mins but it kind of strange especially when i will need to connect the network cable just to do backup... Thanks!!!

another qns to ask u, the backup image is just a pure image or with other file (/var, /scce) in it? what other files is important to be backup?

When you select BACK-UP option using Dream-Up the complete
working image including bouquets & locked channels is stored.
Always delete any C-lines in Ccam/cfg before baking up image as
server may not be amused if same c-line tries to access service
from multiple boxes:party:

[PDL]

[QUOTE=Devilfish;35]How Do I Use Dreamup?

If, for any reason, your box won't boot, you will have to use Dreamup to flash an image instead of Flash Wizard

Is there a version of Dreamup.exe for 16 bit Windows please?
My main computer doesn't have RS232 port and the Laptop which does is very old.

Thanks.

[ypvs125]

How Do I Use Dreamup?

If, for any reason, your box won't boot, you will have to use Dreamup to flash an image instead of Flash Wizard

Is there a version of Dreamup.exe for 16 bit Windows please?
My main computer doesn't have RS232 port and the Laptop which does is very old.

Thanks.

Using dreamup v1.3.3.4 on win 7 and so far so good and also you can use usb to serial converter if yr computer doesn't have the rs232 port. Take note though not all converter are compatible with the dreambox.

[piopat]

if someone has problems using a usb to serial adaptor its not the fault of the dreambox ,its down to the drivers required .simply put drivers are are a software that either come with the adaptor on a disk or you download it and install them on your pc ,the drivers then help your computer see and communicate with your box .the problem is that most usb to serail adaptor drivers (if not all ) are incompatable with windows vista and they even have a problem on more laptops with windows xp .

if you have a laptop with the same 9 pin connection that is on the back of the box (or a desktop computer with the same conection )you dont need a a usb to serial adaptor and wont have to worry about incompatable drivers.

[Juztoopi]

When you select BACK-UP option using Dream-Up the complete
working image including bouquets & locked channels is stored.
Always delete any C-lines in Ccam/cfg before baking up image as
server may not be amused if same c-line tries to access service
from multiple boxes:party:


Really, thank for the information.
What do you mean by c-lines in the Ccam/cfg?

[Kevnorm]

Which image is the best one for the 500C???
BR Kev

[kaceemckay]

i did the same

[EAMO 2]

Really, thank for the information.
What do you mean by c-lines in the Ccam/cfg?

C-line is a set of digits entered in Cccam/cfg by user to enable
sharing of server card. Can't say too much as card/share is not
legal & discussion of topic is forbidden on D.K.
:playingball:

[piopat]

Which image is the best one for the 500C???
BR Kev
a dm500c is for cable (the c stands for cable) so the dm500c will be of no use unless you have access to a private cable server and even then you likely wont be using cccam .

[toonarmy1]

hi i just got a blackbox 500s flashed the box with D.K 1.1 img, when i scan for channels all that comes up are the transponders and no services any help would be appreciated am stuck

[piopat]

if you click on the last link of my signature area (near the bottom of this post ) you can download a good image called nabilo maxvar v8 ,i recommend you flash your box with it .

[hale15]

Great ! Thanks.

[webrunner101]

hi all
im new to the site and to flashing dreambox. i got the dreamup file but im not sure wot image i need? i have a dm500c any help to point me in the right way would be great many thanks webrunner

[EAMO 2]

hi all
im new to the site and to flashing dreambox. i got the dreamup file but im not sure wot image i need? i have a dm500c any help to point me in the right way would be great many thanks webrunner

Would recommend D.K.1.1 or older PLI-Jade image as newer Pli-Jade images have limited range of Symbol Rates in Auto-Scan mode
In SG/Sta*hub areas Dreambox will clear channels if using correct
settings. In UK/Eire (Nagra3) regions card/share is required to clear
encrypted channels:playingball:

[Salla6ue]

hi, can anyone advise me if i need to power on the dm500c to green led or just standby red led when flashing with dreamup? thanks.

[EAMO 2]

hi, can anyone advise me if i need to power on the dm500c to green led or just standby red led when flashing with dreamup? thanks.

Remove Dreambox power lead before clicking CONNECT on Dream-Up loader. Re-connect power lead to Dreambox when prompted:party:

[Salla6ue]

Remove Dreambox power lead before clicking CONNECT on Dream-Up loader. Re-connect power lead to Dreambox when prompted:party:

i've done that, it's just that my dm500c can only power up to standby mode and dreamup don't seem to be able to detect it...

[EAMO 2]

i've done that, it's just that my dm500c can only power up to standby mode and dreamup don't seem to be able to detect it...

Never claim to be an expert but if you cannot get green led to light up you either need to J-tag Dreambox or replace faulty component
If box is DM500 clone be better to buy new box:champions:

[Pjang]

can you help me. How to download dream up into Mac?

[billa79]

Guys

im needing help. got a blackbox 500s and has openpli image on it. got the box from bradford and using it in glasgow.

pictures freezes at times and wanted to know how would i change the image and what image is good and what tools i need?

i believe reading few posts that nabilo maxvar v8 is the image for my box?

i have all paid channels on my box and would like to continue with them after new image so any help would be great.

[piopat]

hi billa i just replied to your pm have a look in your inbox mate .

[clifet]

been having problems with this dreamup

[piopat]

what box do you have and what version of dreamup are you using , i know some say that some versions of dreamup are universal to all boxes but i think its better to use the version designed for your box .

[EAMO 2]

been having problems with this dreamup

If you want help you will need to give more detail
Best to use null-modem from rs232 serial port on computer.
Make sure com-port settings are correct
If using USB-rs232 cable you may need to download correct drivers Accompanying disc don't always carry drivers to enable cable use Dream-Up.Found these worked with cheap cable
Digital Kaos - Downloads - R232 USB TO SERIAL CABLE DRIVER (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/r232-usb-serial-cable-driver-1826/)
If box is DM800 take a look here
Digital Kaos - Downloads - DreamUP Patched dm800 clone (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/dreamup-patched-dm800-clone-2017/)
:celticscarf:

[bigkevin]

hi everyone,my dreambox 800hd just got error message when i downloaded some new add ons ,i think it has the new enigma 2 image , bought it off a trader with the cs now i have read that it will have to be reflashed with dreamup will this lose my cs info as i dont know that much about these done cable things in past flashing etc so not a complete newbe but all the help possible will be gratefull thanks everyone

[piopat]

if you installed addons and your getting error messages go back to the addons menu and uninstall them ,and see if the error message disappears .

[jedimaster1878]

wow sounds so easy..hope it is

[local]

http://i.imgur.com/4R2XJ.jpg

I have clone and this same message lcd on the dreambox still says "error! look at _www_dm7020_com *ERR01: NO CA FOUND"
I try diffrent dreamup and pc no connect to box i check hyperterminal no connect.
What can I do?

[EAMO 2]

http://i.imgur.com/4R2XJ.jpg

I have clone and this same message lcd on the dreambox still says "error! look at _www_dm7020_com *ERR01: NO CA FOUND"
I try diffrent dreamup and pc no connect to box i check hyperterminal no connect.
What can I do?
Digital Kaos - Downloads - DreamUP Patched dm800 clone (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/dreamup-patched-dm800-clone-2017/)
Try this version, recommended for DM800, but should work on 720
If not try Digital Kaos - Downloads - dreambox enforcer (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/dreambox-enforcer-990/)
Or try 1.3.3.4 works on DM800 no CA found
Digital Kaos - Downloads - DreamUP 1.3.3.4 (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/dreamup-1-3-3-4-672/)
Following version(5) is rated most universal
Digital Kaos - Downloads - DreamUP V1.3.3.5 (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/dreamup-v1-3-3-5-1128/)
If all above fail try this
Digital Kaos - Downloads - Patched Dreamup (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/patched-dreamup-1395/)
OR
Digital Kaos - Downloads - dreamup 1.3.2.1 (http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/dreamup-1-3-2-1-1389/)
Sorry about all the versions but some suit one box & not another. DM500 & DM800 are most popular boxes & most
software etc. is designed for popular Dreamboxes.
Most important when using Dream-Up to ensure correct com/port is selected & Image chosen is compatible with your Dreambox i.e. bootloader etc on image matches box types
When you find correct version of Dream-Up for your box you could try "select network" method when flashing box. It takes less than 3 mins. You need both LAN & null-modem cables
::manusign::scarf2::celticparty::manusign::scarf2: :

[local]

This problem is solved with DreamUp V2.14b.

[jedimaster1878]

i have successfully flashed 2 500c but only have FTA channels, black screen on all others..any help on keys etc to resolve this?

[djax666]

\im trying to flash but when I connect the db everything just stops, what am I doing rong ????

[piopat]

jedimaster i just replied to your pm mate .



djax666 you will have to be more specific mate ,what dreambox do you have ? what version of dreamup do you have ? or you using a usb to serial adaptor with a null modem cable ? give as much info as you can and maybe we xan help you .

[EAMO 2]

i have successfully flashed 2 500c but only have FTA channels, black screen on all others..any help on keys etc to resolve this?

Jedi, think you are UK based. If you had DM500s boxes with Sat-dish there are many ser*ers for C/S at around 100-150 per year. Your boxes are DM500c, so you need a cable server for UK.
Am sure they will contact you by PM, as they scroll thru DK &
similiar sites looking for business. If they don't contact you PM your e-mail to me & I will look 'round for you
:deal: :scarf2: :manusign: :scarf2: :deal:

[stigmata1823]

where on my pc do i connect the null cable? and how many pins on a null cable? i have a new pc this week if that helps

[eddyv]

Hi nice manual, will try this to get my bootloader working.
My DM800HD will not boot anymore....

Regards, Ed

[alotmentman]

9 pins mate u might need usb to r332 adapter

[nERd_Life]

Can i do a re-flash using this method for DM 500c?

recently my DM500-c died suddenly but LED is on?

i cant download the dreamup cause not enough post count i think?.

help please.

[EAMO 2]

[QUOTE=nERd_Life;1500028]Can i do a re-flash using this method for DM 500c?

recently my DM500-c died suddenly but LED is on?

i cant download the dreamup cause not enough post count i think?.
Yes just follow tutorial to the letter. You may have to try several
diff versions of Dream-UP to find compatible version for your box
Think 1.3.1.0 version suits a lot of DM500c clone boxes

:celtictop::manuscarf::celticparty::manuscarf::cel tictop:

[penz]

Anyone heard abt 501-c? Claim to be better than 500-c. But got no ethernet port and the rs232 is female instead of male.

[piopat]

if it has no ethernet port you cant cardshare (unless you use a device simillar to what kryptview used called an i connector,and i dont know if that works on a dm500c),i think if you can get access to a cable server and if your advised to get a dreambox get a dm500c .

[joshy]

Where can I get a .img file for my dream box?

And am accessing using RS232 converter thru my laptop but the dream up is unable to detect any com port.

My box blacked out but the green light is still intact.

Any help?

=(

[andy91]

Where can I get a .img file for my dream box?

And am accessing using RS232 converter thru my laptop but the dream up is unable to detect any com port.

My box blacked out but the green light is still intact.

Any help?

=(

Better to do it on a desktop pc with a null modem cable.
Those converters are not the best and dont always work.
Visit OpenPLi - Open Source Set-Top Box Software (http://openpli.org/) for your image or our download base.


You might need this software

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/downloads/other/8/r232-usb-serial-cable-driver-1826/
Andy.

[joshy]

Thanks Andy for your reply.

Able to actually guide me from the very start in saving my dreambox.

I have read through this whole thread but unable to reinstate my box.

The more I read, The more confusing it gets.

Thank you very much for your kind assistance.

[andy91]

Download Dreamup 1.3.3.4 thats the most popular and add an ethernet cable with the null modem cable it will speed the flash process.
Dont always work first time might take a minute might take an hour to get a connection.
Patience is the key and try other versions of Dreamup if 1.3.3.4 doesnt work.

Andy.

[piopat]

obviously your box is stuck with a permanent green light so the only option is to change the image ,the image is the name for the tv software . you dont say what dreambox you have but as your asking for a .img file i have to assume your box is a dm500s .

as andy says usb to serial adaptors dont always work .what that means in simple terms is a usb adaptor needs a bit of software called a driver (which is installed on a computer ) and again simply put the driver allows the computer to see the box and communicate with it .however the newer laptops these days run on windows vista and in my experience vista is incompatable with most drivers . some people have found one that works but from my experience ive never found one that works .

so as andy says the easiest way forward is to use a desktop computer as they will have the same 9 pin connection that you have on the back of your box ,and all you would need is a null modem cable and no need for a usb adaptor or drivers .

perhaps your kids have an old desktop computer ,or maybe a friend or family member ,you would only need it for about 15 minutes .you can download the image and dream up to a usb memory stick which you then stick into the desktop computer .

there is another method the root crampfs method but i think if your struggling using a desktop would be the best sollution . if you need a tutorial i can direc you to one .

[JEH]

Hello

I'm having the same issues....

Display reading : No CA

Trying to reflash uding DreamUp 1.3.3.9 but it never completes the initial process...
Is there a special / patched version of DreamUp to be used here?

Regards

JEH

[piopat]

i assume your box is a dm800 or simillar if you have the no ca error message it means you have used an image with the wrong bootloader version for your box .

power the box off via the switch at the rear ,then power it back on and look at the little lcd display on the front . it will display various info such as sim version and bootloader version ,if for example it says sim 2.01 bootloader 76 then you need an image with the very same sim and bootloader versions .

[desilathha]

Hi I am new to this, my dreambox DM500-S stopped working, there's green light but black screen, tried to download dreamup zip but it wouldn't allow since I have not posted before. Can anyone please help me?

[desilathha]

After previous post I managed to download DreamUP zip file, is that correct for DM500-S

[piopat]

thats what you need ,as its a .zip file you have to open it (its what we call unzipping the file) so you need a program called peazip or winrar to unzip this file .once unzipped you will be able to see dream up proper ,then you connect a null modem cable to both your box and your compter and open dream up and flash your box .you will need to download a suitable image .

[desilathha]

Thank you Piopat, Could you please guide me for suitable Image for DM500-S. unsuccessfully tried the link in your signature to search image. Thank you again

[piopat]

if you click on the last link in my signature area (near the bottom of my posts ) you can download an image called nabilo maxvar v8 ,this image is a good image which works well and i use it my self .

[ACEL]

I am using Dreamup V1.3.30 on my DM500c Clone. It could detect box but hangs at uploading flash-loader. I am using USB rs232 converter with null cable. Both my laptop win& and XP faced e same problem. Anyone know how to resolve

[Logger]

Try plugging into lan cable and flash via using network too.

[ACEL]

That was what i did. Connected both the null cable and also lan cable to router & the 500c

[ch33siang]

Any kind soul can PM me the key/rom files?

[KaosX]

Is it suggested to use Lan instead of null modem for flashing? I'm using a laptop that hasn't a serial port.

[Rain3797]

can anyone tell me why i cannot download the file, even after i tried posting and waited for more than 15min?

[**OVERRIDE**]

can anyone tell me why i cannot download the file, even after i tried posting and waited for more than 15min?

Think you'll need more than one post too start getting files from here...

[Rain3797]

what do i do if i get the message
[Unable to open COM-PORT-aborting]

[keanu87]

erm... i have dream up v1321 and 1339 to flash my clone... but it doesn't acknowledge the type of box or rather no response after i hit the connect button... please advise. many thanks.

oh btw, the original software is like 2010 super box with NE N1.08 crap... and the box doesn't have an ethernet port... only have rs232.

[adamfaloona]

What is the best way to get ccam onto DM500?

[piopat]

you can usually install it using the remote control , that means if you have a suitable image (an image is the name for the tv software) and your box is connected to your router then you can install cccam that way .

however again with a suitable image you can use dream control center to FTP (ftp means to send a file ) cccam into your box .

[livingfool]

Hi, I am new here. My blackbox 888 had hang. No image and the LED is on. Anyway to fix it. I try to connect my ethernet to the box set but cant get any connection...pls advice...

[piopat]

that box is the same as a dreambox dm500 ,if you cant connect via ethernet that leaves one alternative which is you need to use a null modem cable and dreamup to flash the box .

a null modem cable connects to the 9 pin connection on the rear of the box ,your computer needs to have the same 9 pin connection so you can connect the null modem cable to it . if your computer has no 9 pin connection you will need a usb to serial adaptor ,in effect this connects to your null modem cable giving a null modem end for your box and a usb end for your computer .

when using a usb to serial adaptor you need whats called a driver ,simply put this is software (which you download) that helps your computer see and speak with your box ,if you have no driver the usb to serial adaptor wont work .

in my experience its very difficult if not impossible to find a driver that will work on newer computers especially those running on windows vista . i personally gave up searching for a driver and bought a second hand desktop computer ,most desktops have the same 9 pin connection that you have on the rear of your box so then all you need is the null modem cable and no adaptor or driver is required . so if you have access to a desktop computer thats better ,or maybe you know someone familly or friend that has one .

[benjaminling]

My Dreambox has light but no image.. i am new here. can anyone help me?

[piopat]

hi mate you dont say what box you have but id say you will have to get a suitable image and reflash the box .

[synort]

Is it suggested to use Lan instead of null modem for flashing? I'm using a laptop that hasn't a serial port.

where can i find a tutorial for this??? i would rather use the ethernet port if possible...

[shieldquick]

Was trying to do a backup using Dreamup 1.3.3.9 and connecting the Dreambox to my router, but it was not detected by Dreamup.

I checked "use network" and inserted the relevant IP addresses. Dreamup stays at "connection prepared, now switch on dreambox"

Am currently using a clone DM 800 HD (non-SE). Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[mouzer]

Hi, I have a Dreambox DM500S.

It used to work fine an I have flashed it successfully via ethernet using FlashWizard Pro before. Last time I did this using an OpenPLI image, it hanged during the Writing and verifying Cramfs partition.

So I connected it via Null Modem cable using a Serial to USB cable adapter. (Drivers for this adapter are installed)

DreamUp doesn't seem to recognise the Dreambox when I power it up.

I tried using Putty to connect to it also using the Null cable and I do get a connection using 120000 as baud rate (which is a bit of strange speed setting).

This way I cam change boot parameters and access the bootloader menu where I can set IP addresses and select a boot method, etc. I'm trying to avoid the NFS booting way for now as it's not that straight forward.

Any ideas why DreamUp won't recognize my Dreambox?

Thanks in advance =)

[worrell]

Hi I have a DB 500c and I need to stream via the net I need flash file for the Barbados region to watch MCTV.

[carey1609]

Anyone can help?
I do not know what my brother did but apparently it seem like he did some reset. Now the dreambox keep hanging on the IPL image loading page. Anyone can guide me on how to get it working again.

He did a reset as the channel keeps hanging. There is noting wrong with the machine, I suppose as when i plug it in my room, it works perfectly fine.

[piopat]

if the box is hanging (stuck) while trying to start up then id say your image (thats the tv software ) has become faulty or corrupt ,so i suggest you change the image thats what we call flashing . i assume its a dreambox (as this is a dreambox thread ) but what model dreambox have you got ? .

[masroor]

thank you hopefully this helps

[rh8611]

Thanks to TS for effort! Bookmarked for future use!

[tyksteven]

Anyone facing the same problem?

[piopat]

try an older version of dreamup ,you can get one for the dm500 from the last link in my signature area which is near the bottom of my post . if the problem persists you can always use the root.cramfs method to flash the box .

[tyksteven]

Tried using DreamUP v1.3.2.1. also same problem.

How do I go about using root.cramfs to flash the box? Does it work for box that had a bad flash?

[piopat]

ok heres some thing you can try (your Dreambox must be connected to your router) and you will need to download and setup dream control center,you can download it from this link
4shared - My 4shared - shared folder - free file sharing and storage (http://www.4shared.com/dir/boPK5x59/sharing.html)

and you can find instructions on setting up dream control center in the following link in mtv1 tutorial
http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums/f39/dreambox-control-center-setup-dcc-224608/

obviously if the dcc or the image are zip or rar files you will need to unzip/unrar them .

once you have dream control center downloaded and setup do the following:
1. Rename the image into root.cramfs (in small letters) all you do is click on the image name one time to highlight it then right click on it and you will see options (click on rename )
2. now open dream control center and click on FTP (bottom left corner of the screen),now you should see two big boxes of files ,the box on the left contains files in your dreambox and the box on the right contains files in your computer ,and in between the boxes are two little arrows one points left the other points right . so in the box on the left double click on the file called var ,then double click on the file called tmp . now look in the box on the right and find the root.cramfs file and click on it once to highlight it ,now look between the boxes and click on the little arrow pointing left (that should send the file into the box on the left ,if it does that means the file is in your box ) if you get a message saying this file allready exists do you want to over write ? just say yes .then you can close dcc .


3. the next part you do with your dreambox remote ,menus can vary a little from image to image but hopefully you wont have any trouble . i use nabilo image and this is how i would do it ,press the Menu button on your remote control ,then press number 6 (setup) ,then choose expert setup ,then choose software update .

4. Now you will see 2 possibilities:1. Internet update 2. Manual update

Now you choose the second option (Manual Update).

hopefully then you should see some thing like this this
http://openpli.org/images/wiki/000847_soft2.png

if you see the above press the green button and all being well the image should start installing . when its complete you obviously have to go through the installation process by choosing language and setting time and date etc and by scanning for channels .

let us know if the above works .

[rh8611]

Hey guys,
need advise.

regarding flashing of dm500c, should i get this below.

1. Null Modem Cable. (9pin female to 9pin female)
2. USB to 9 Pin male USB adaptor

OR

1. USB to 9pin female cable?

I am using Window XP on a laptop. Pls advise. thanks

[dixie74]

these are what i used on my dreambox 800hd.Serial Null Modem Cable DB9F to DB9F RS232 | eBay (http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_trksid=p3984.m570.l1313&_nkw=%09+Serial+Null+Modem+Cable+DB9F+to+DB9F+RS23 2+&_sacat=0&_from=R40) hope tjis helps.not sure if you can use these on laptop as they dont have com ports well mine hasnt anyway.guess your using dreamup.

[rh8611]

thanks much dixie74.
my laptop does not have a com port. Does that means I need a USB to Serial Adaptor?