Skybox F3s

[tjl]

Hvae you put it on yours then tjl?

No as I have latest software for my f3 and as his post said this is the same for the f3s so It's pointless but maybe tempted if they know longer support the f3 in future

 

[Archived-1]

Ive just popped out and bought the skybox f3s
do we have any firmware on here are is it a google please, edit found it :-)

 

[Lazarus]

All downloads are here

The only "S" specific is the Firmware dated 4 July 2013 and I guess that's what you've got pre-loaded anyway?



PS: The Remote Telecommander is different from the earlier F3.

 

[Archived-1]

All downloads are here

The only "S" specific is the Firmware dated 4 July 2013 and I guess that's what you've got pre-loaded anyway?



PS: The Remote Telecommander is different from the earlier F3.

Thanks tivu, I am not sure if any firmware is loaded atm, but the chap in the shop said I will need to download it and the channel list,
ive only just plugged it in so I will check and report back.

 

[Archived-1]

ok just checked. I have 16/5/2013 ,
so I will have a read up on how to upgrade, ive got the file ready just need to find my memory stick I presume to upgrade ?.

 

[Lazarus]

Yep.

Simply copy the newer Firmware to USB, plug into Box.

After a few seconds, the USB options will all be enabled.

Go to Upload, then you'll find it defaults to the Image File anyway, so simply press the go button.

Takes mere seconds.

Then exit to the USB Menu and select the correct option for disconnecting the Stick: Don't just unplug it!

As for Channel Lists, that depends upon your needs: A lot of these Boxes are supplied for ahem full UK use and you can easily get an up to date BSkyB (for example) from the Interweb. Someone posted a relevant URL somewhere hereabouts only a couple of weeks ago.

Or, you can just scan and edit for multi-Satellite use as you would with any other box.

I've sent my multi-Sat list to a fair few folk, but of course everyone has different interests, and also different DiSEqC configurations.

 

[Lazarus]

Oh, and unless you wish to gain first hand experience of the unbricking procedure, steer well clear of the Channel Editor Tool from the earlier link.

 

[Archived-1]

what does my pen drive need to be formatted in tivu please ive got it in fat 32 atm and the box will not recognise the file ?

 

[Lazarus]

Any FAT option should do.

Don't forget some kit/drive combos obstinately refuse to work come what may.

Just checked and the stick I use is an 8GB Sandisk in FAT32: IIRC small capacity drives may not work, even though the Image File is only a few MB.

You can use FTP if the USB option declines (but I'm sure you'll get there).

 

[Archived-1]

Thanks again, I have 2 pen drives and both don't appear to work, the box knows the pen drive is in, but wont recognize the file,
I have ftp before but a long time ago and I would have to read up,

 

[Lazarus]

In which case, perhaps the File is corrupt or the syntax is wrong: Please Post the exact and full Filename as stored on the USB stick.

BTW, I strongly suggest you Dump the installed File to USB then the PC Hard Drive so you've got a working fallback if it goes t*ts up. The File you've got Installed is not listed on the Download Site ..............

In any event, I'm surprised you want to "Upgrade" before you've had a play with it as it is >> There is nothing to be lost here, as if you later "Upgrade", all your Settings, Channels etc. are retained.

 

[Archived-1]

This is what I have on my pen drive tivu,

 

[Lazarus]

Bongo Bingo: The Box only looks at the first level and cannot extract the .abs file from the Folder shown!

So Drag the F3 Folder on the USB stick back to the PC, click on the innards (It's a .rar so is zipped/compressed) to extract everything, then copy only the resulting .abs file to the Stick.

The box needs to see summat.abs

QED.

 

[Lazarus]

Martin, I've been editing whilst you were reading - have another look just to make sure it's clear.

This will work - no need for FTP.

 

[Lazarus]

To be absolutely clear, the file you want is:

SKYBOX_F3S_3601_HD_CMT_1307040584.abs

 

[Archived-1]

lol thanks pal, I realized I was also using the wrong file doh, followed your instructions with only the abs file downloaded the correct file

upgrade successful , thanks again tivu ,

 

[Lazarus]

No problem Martin - enjoy the Box.

 

[Archived-1]

No problem Martin - enjoy the Box.

thanks tivu, looking forward to learning it :-).

 

[Piltdownpaul]

Keep us informed on your impending fun.

 

[Archived-1]

will do paul,
looks like lots of sats are missing on the west side, is there a file out there are is it a case of sit and store them please.