Dragon Cam (Basic Questions)

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Dear Dragon Cam Experts

Question 1) How long in mins on average does it take to program the loader card with a .dra file of the predator firmware once you hit the (write) button

Question 2) How long does it take in mins on average for the cam to be updated in the stb?

Question 3) What is the frequency of new Predator .dra files coming out.

Question 4) Is it dangerous to hit ( Refresh ) to see the percentage done which the dragon module is being updated in the stb

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What's the best way to update a Dragon CAM? ATM I'm entering keys in the STB's CI menu but want to be able to load software on to it (for obvious reasons!)
 

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You should have received a loader card with the CAM.

For programming the card you can use a simple pic programmer on 6MHz setting, and the Dragonloader software from the site.
 

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Mine didn't come with a loader card, just the viewing card for those two adult channels.

I've never programmed a card before, I've just used softcams with SkyStar1/2 and used an RS232 cable with Fortec set-top-boxes.
 

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Shahid said:
Dear Dragon Cam Experts

Question 1) How long in mins on average does it take to program the loader card with a .dra file of the predator firmware once you hit the (write) button
2 minutes on USB Infinity Unlimited

Question 2) How long does it take in mins on average for the cam to be updated in the stb?
5 to load onto CAM and then 5 when you start the box for the first time as the firmware transfers. This fooled me for a while :-doh!

Question 3) What is the frequency of new Predator .dra files coming out.
With k*y updates - 2-3 times a week at the mo'. Monthly or so for .dot releases

Question 4) Is it dangerous to hit ( Refresh ) to see the percentage done which the dragon module is being updated in the stb
no. But you will soon get bored ;)

Shahid
Re Pl Ie D :)
 

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My 2nd dragon cam went on me tonight. :( Loaded it with authentic dragonteam Version. Always check to be on the safe side. Receiver said successfull so removed card, rebooted box but not seeing cam now. Same thing happened last time out. Anyone got any tips other than boil/freeze it or is it dead? Cheers...
 

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While looking for a replacement I found someone selling a faulty dragon cam on ebay. Just like myself they stated the cam had been working without fault yet having updated with latest software the cam was no longer recognised by their receiver. They received 5 bids from ebayers with good feedback and it went for £30+ not including p&p. I'm guessing there may be a way to fix the cam but can I find anything? I've tried some dealers but they are only interested in selling new t-rex cams. Please can anyone shed light on this. Thanks...
 

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Hi whatpassword,
the bootloader on my Dragon Cam became corrupted and needed to be repaired, I sent it to van hoof, he's very reasonable and does a good job, unfortunately it takes a couple of weeks as he lives in the Netherlands. I'll PM you the details.
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Many thanks Mickha. I'll update here once it's all sorted (fingers crossed).:)
 

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Dragon Cams returned today after only 1 week away. Both working ok. Many thanks to Ron Van Hoof & also to Mickha for the heads up.
 

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after loading my new t rex cam with cas3 it is now blank and when i try to revive it i gat a message usb timed out 3 anyone got any ideas on this and how to fix tryed cas but no answer to email
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Hi davidashbyash,
try Duolabs forum, as they make the Cas 3, and other products, for a solution to your problem. DO NOT try their advice at repairing the Cam by taking it apart and soldering connections to re-flash the Cam, I am unaware of anyone that has got this to work yet and it will void any warrranty on the cam.
If you have a Dragon Loader Card then try updating the firmware with that, if not contact your supplier, as if the cam is that new they should replace or repair it for you.
Best wishes
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