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 Old 15th August, 2008, 09:40 AM   #61
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Some of the boxes are coming with FTA images so you could get away with just copying Devilfish's files to get the 'other channels. I always do an erase first before flashing any image on my dreambox.
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this might be a sstupid question but how do I know that the cable I have is actually a Null Modem Cable? I got what I thought was one from a shop but they seemed not to konw what they were talking about (or maybe it was just me - not sure) anyways its not working so....
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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.

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


  • After the image is uploaded, it will be flashed to memory
  • The finished process should look like this:
  • 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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Originally Posted by peterneilsen View Post
this might be a sstupid question but how do I know that the cable I have is actually a Null Modem Cable? I got what I thought was one from a shop but they seemed not to konw what they were talking about (or maybe it was just me - not sure) anyways its not working so....
Any tip?
Get one from ebay, £3 max.
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Either COM1 or COM2 should be ok I guess
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i can not see the pictures from the first message!!pls.help!
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I cant get dreamup to pick up my box please help.
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When I first tried to connect to COM 1 using DreamUp I had no joy. It turned out that the drivers for an old graphics tablet, that I had long since forgotten about, were still using the port. Once I got rid of these, everything went smoothly. So if you are having problems connecting to a COM port that should be available, check that no old junk has got it tied up.
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Hi all

help please, I start dreamup and i did flash erase but now when i puch flash and go to my folder of nabilosat image cccam 209 i don't see image file (i did unzipped),

db 500.

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most of the times that i try too install a image on my DM 500-S i got a error mesage .... and i have to reinstall the image !
it happens when dreamup try to send the file to the receiver!!!
i think my DM 500-S is Clone one!!!
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Hi
I've followed this guide (which is spot on!) and all I'm getting is the Digital Kaos logo on my screen. It keeps appearing again and again and never goes any further. Any ideas?

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i have tried Universal Dream up v1.3.3.2 to dm600pvr
with Pli Iolite upload

i didn't know why it take so long
approx 38 minutes

is it normally??

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Hi,

Two Qustions:

1). Would this process work on Dreambox 7025+?

2). What exactly is the "null modem cable" ?

Do you mean A). an ethernet cable crossover or uncrossed?
B). a cable that plugs into the serial port on the back of the Dreambox (female 9 pin)?

Can you help?


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Hi Devilfish,

I have two Questions.

1). would this process work on Dreambox 7025?

2). When you say " Null modem cable" what exactly do you mean?

Is it an ethernet cable, or is it a cable that connects to the dreambox into the 9-pin (male) serial socket on the back panel?

Hope you can help

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Originally Posted by Mikeyteach View Post
Hi Devilfish,

I have two Questions.

1). would this process work on Dreambox 7025?

2). When you say " Null modem cable" what exactly do you mean?

Is it an ethernet cable, or is it a cable that connects to the dreambox into the 9-pin (male) serial socket on the back panel?

Hope you can help

Mike
its the cable that connects into the 9 pin port on dreambox and your computer , couple of quid ebay, i find the usb-serial adaptors dont work so use a computer with a built in 9pin serial port. as for your 1st question im not sure but im sure if you search the forum you will find out.
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Originally Posted by scz_caos View Post
Thanks a lot... very helpful

clickin the thanks button would of been better
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