Skybox F3

[tayyab95]

Hello, new to all this, so need to know what im doing without messing up, basically: I have a box set up channels are working (all sky) bought like this, but channels are going off one by one and new channels are on, an I want to know how to update a new channel list and delete the old and load the new one on without messing anything up? what do I have to do in order not to mess anything up and make sure all the channels are working thankyou. p.s I have seen satttv post but it confuses me on where do I have to start.

[andy91]

Hello, new to all this, so need to know what im doing without messing up, basically: I have a box set up channels are working (all sky) bought like this, but channels are going off one by one and new channels are on, an I want to know how to update a new channel list and delete the old and load the new one on without messing anything up? what do I have to do in order not to mess anything up and make sure all the channels are working thankyou. p.s I have seen satttv post but it confuses me on where do I have to start.

Read this very simple guide and thank the author http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums...-guide-257009/ Andy

[tayyab95]

is the openbox same as the skybox f3?

[andy91]

Same guide for F3 F5 etc Andy

[tayyab95]

thankyou mate. just done a quick glance at it, dosent mention anything about putting new channel lists in?

[andy91]

Check Ajs channel list there's a guide on there also

FAQ

How do I put this list on to my box?

Firstly, before any upgrade you should always backup! Once you've done that;

1. [*=1]Unzip AJ's List XX-XX-XX.zip with a program such as winrar & place the TP_PROG.DBS file onto the root of your USB drive.
   [*=1]In the Openbox menu delete your current channel list by going to the "Edit Channel" tab & selecting "Delete All".
   [*=1]Staying in the menu navigate to the "Tools" tab then "Upgrade by USB", change the upgrade mode from "Image File" to "Misc Files" then "Select & Upgrade" & select "TP_PROG.DBS" then press yellow, if all done correctly it should begin to upgrade.
   [*=1]Once the upgrade has completed restart your box & voil?!

How do I backup?

Make sure your USB is plugged in then navigate to Menu > Tools > Dump by USB > Change Dump Mode to "Misc File" > Click on "Select and Dump" > Select "TP_PROG.dbs" so it has a tick next to it then press yellow to "Dump onto USB", this will backup your channel list. To backup your Server/Gift whatever you want to call it just select the "CCcam.cfg" file instead of "TP_PROG.dbs". To backup your whole image "Dump to USB" before changing the dump mode. The required backup should now be on your usb stick, make sure to move it to your pc or be careful not to delete it.


Will updating my channel list effect my server settings etc?

No, your channel list is the only thing that's affected but it's always wise to backup just in case as problems can happen. This is for channel lists only, firmware updates erase everything.


Why aren't the channels in the same order as my Sky box?

I put the channels in the order that I feel is the most efficient & simplest to use. There are plenty of Sky ordered lists if that's what you prefer, Sattv5's list is the best I've seen (LINK).


Why are my favourites not named correctly?

Favourites only retain their name if you upgrade a whole image, for channel list upgrades you'll need to manually change them in the Openbox menu with your remote.


How do I edit the order of the favourites?

The only simple way would be to use SetEditHD100 (LINK), the program isn't free but It'll let you make 25 changes before it stops working.


The file is corrupted, not found or won't download.

Have you unzipped it? If that's not the issue try downloading with a different browser/device, make sure your zip program is working correctly or use a different USB stick.


Does this list have 'X' channel?

The list should have every channel including all Radio, Box Office & Red Button services.


How can I make my own list?

Firstly you'll need a channel editor, PVR800 editor is the simplest option, I've attached the .DBS version to the bottom of the post. Then you'll need a list to edit, either mine/someone else's which would be the best option or you could do a fresh scan yourself & edit the backup up file. The satellite info you need to edit lists is at KingOfSat. It looks complicated but it's pretty self explanatory, check out other specific threads on the subject or ask questions in this one if you have any issues.


Which boxes is this list compatible with?

Skybox/Openbox S9, S10, S11, S12, F3, M3, X3, F5 + more.

[tayyab95]

also will I need to delete the old ones before I do this?

[P&D]

thankyou mate. just done a quick glance at it, dosent mention anything about putting new channel lists in?

Download file does......
you will need Aj's channel list.....at the bottom TP_PROG.rar

CHANNEL SET UP
DEPENDING ON FIRMWARE USED, ALL CHANNEL SORTING IS DONE IN A DIFFERENT WAY, SO I WILL CONCENTRATE HERE ON SIMPLY ADDING A CHANNEL LIST READY MADE VIA USB

1: Press Menu on remote, and highlight ''TOOLS''
2: Select 'Upgrade by USB'
3: On new window, use arrow keys to change top line to 'MISC FILES'
4: Move down to 'SELECT AND UPGRADE'
5: A new window opens, select 'TP_PROG.dbs' press green button to place a tick by it and then press yellow button to upgrade
6: Again if box asks anything, answer yes..
7: You should now have a nice channel list on your box split up into categories such as 'movies', 'sports' etc
8: If it doesnt, then enter menu and select 'EDIT CHANNELS' option, and 'delete all', then repeat process from instruction number 1

[andy91]

Really isn't hard just do some leg work like most of us do its all part of the learning curve, Andy

[tayyab95]

cheers for this, is this better than sattv5? do they both have favourites sections

[andy91]

Don't know I've put Ajs on friends boxes and it seems fine give both a go just remember to always do a back up of your image and everything else, Andy

[tayyab95]

is ajs like sky so e.g kysports is 401? + where can I find the image, sorry if I sound stupid!

[andy91]

Don't think its numbered like sly but check post 1 its on there and updated regularly,http://www.digital-kaos.co.uk/forums...ularly-260273/ Andy

[tayyab95]

okay cheers mate! thanks for all this, you know to save all the hassle my box has all channels atm, all I want to do is load a new update is their amyway to do it accept deleting all the channels?

[andy91]

If you have read the guide you need to delete your own channel list first but if your not certain always better to dump everything first, Andy