Thread: Usb To Serial Rs232 Or Null Modem
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Old 12-12-2007   #10
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Originally Posted by Alcarne View Post
I've been trying T_G's Lesson # 3 : Idiot Guide for the DreamUp flash utility
with this setup and cant get it to work.

I have connected usb to serial lead and installed drivers. Then changed the com in the properties to com1. Connected null modem lead. Opened the Dreamup flash utility and clicked connect. Then switched on the DM500 and - no response. So I disconnected the null modem lead and the dreamup utility still says connection prepared even though no dreambox attached. My leads are 2.5m combined and thought this may have something to do with it.

Any suggestions?
Are you using a PC or a Laptop?
Which O/S does it have?
I recommend flashing with a null modem cable only using a PC with serial interface.
Shut down both PC and Dreambox, disconnect ALL cables from the DM and only then connect the null modem cable.
Hot connection is not recommended.
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