Starview The Box Super Help to download latest firmware.

[xmariner]

Hello All,

Have been reading the recent posts and I am going to attempt ( Not technically Gifted ) to download the latest firmware for The Box Super.

I will be using my laptop which has only USB ports, can somebody please let me know what type of cable I need, to go from USB to RS232 port on the Box Super and if that cable is available to buy in Dublin.

Also, is there a link to instructions on how to download the latest firmware.

Thank you in advance for your help.

xmariner

[yaas]

Is it a Starview 4 you have?

[xmariner]

No, I think it is a Starview 3, all it says is Starview The Box Super.

[cork20]

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums...3-8-04e-14963/ here it is i fink

[xmariner]

Thanks Cork20,

I just need to find out what cable I need to go from my laptop (USB Port) to The Box Super (RS232 Port)

Regards,

xmariner

[cork20]

there is an adaptor you can get in the likes of maplin

[xmariner]

Thanks cork20, I'll do a search on maplin

[yaas]

Thanks cork20, I'll do a search on maplin

You can also buy it from Ebay,its way cheaper.

Once you buy it, let us know.I got a program for you to install it.

[doylers]

have tried to download latest firmware for starview 3 it keeps saying flash update failed

[mtv1]

http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums...3-8-04e-14963/ are you using this , also are you getting message on box lights any thing

[Greeny308]

i have a similar problem too - flashing the 8.04 update but when i click on coms3 then download - it just stays on download and nothing happens??? what else can i try to flash my firmware?

i've waited a while but nothing seems to happen except for an empty static download box - im using the correct cable with a laptop in wireless.

cheers.

[maca]

i have a similar problem too - flashing the 8.04 update but when i click on coms3 then download - it just stays on download and nothing happens??? what else can i try to flash my firmware?

i've waited a while but nothing seems to happen except for an empty static download box - im using the correct cable with a laptop in wireless.

cheers.

try a diffrent com port m8 mines set at com port 4..

[Greeny308]

mine says "cant open serial port" on comms 1,2 & 4 - only 3 works..... but nothing happens?

should i try this on a desktop pc rather than wireless laptop? and is there any preference in order to the way you connect it up and power on the box? specific chanel etc....


thanks.

[Greeny308]

Have you tried to change the com setting on the loader to another port, 1, 2 or 4?

It is a NULL modem cable you are using? and is it a serial port on your lappy or a USB adapter?

Also check your com port setting in device manager, you may need to change it there also.

JoK

i have the cable attached to a serial port adapter to usb, i'll check device manager now.

i have used this cable with success in the past on 3 other box's but first time i connected to this lappy to flash older firmware.

[maca]

mine says "cant open serial port" on comms 1,2 & 4 - only 3 works..... but nothing happens?

should i try this on a desktop pc rather than wireless laptop? and is there any preference in order to the way you connect it up and power on the box? specific chanel etc....


thanks.

i would deffo try it on desk top pc m8
..pardon the pun..