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skronk · 13-09-10, 06:08 PM

Might be a daft question. If so, sorry.

If I buy a Linux receiver..(seriously considering VU+Duo) will it work straight from the box ?

G77 · 13-09-10, 07:22 PM

not totally sure about that particular receiver but it will more than likely come with fta only firmware

radtv · 13-09-10, 07:32 PM

Yes free to air only, if you want paid for channels then you will need to find a server and most likely pay a fee - but be warned that you then expose yourself as your IP address will be logged at the server end and you never know who could be running the server! BTW the Icecrypt S4000 is Linux!

skronk · 13-09-10, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by southernsatellite

Yes free to air only, if you want paid for channels then you will need to find a server and most likely pay a fee - but be warned that you then expose yourself as your IP address will be logged at the server end and you never know who could be running the server! BTW the Icecrypt S4000 is Linux!

Not really interested in anything dodgy.

FTA and subscription is fine. Would like however to "dabble" at a later date so receiver should be futureproof.

Liked the Icecrypt 4000 but googling for info makes it look as popular as a chocolate teapot !

radtv · 13-09-10, 11:29 PM

I thought you were going to call me?

brian · 13-09-10, 11:41 PM

skronk, just got a Vu+ Duo from Southern Satellite - by all accounts, a powerful but simple to run box by comparison to some other FTA receivers/PVRs - and HD as well.

Looking forward to setting it up and running later this week.

Robbo · 13-09-10, 11:44 PM

Looking forward to a full report brian.

radtv · 14-09-10, 07:38 AM

I too are running a VU+ Duo and can tell you that once set up correctly with the right image its is a very capable PVR satellite receiver, I also installed a 500GB HDD in mine and lastly the best thing is that I also have a proper EPG (not the now and next type)

brian · 14-09-10, 11:21 AM

Ian, which image did you use, if you don't mind my asking?

radtv · 14-09-10, 12:58 PM

Brian

Dream Elite, however the Dream Elite team have now disbanded! So you might want to look at another one?

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radtv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,735 Thanks: 90 Thanked 362 Times in 305 Posts	Re: Buying Linux receiver. Yes free to air only, if you want paid for channels then you will need to find a server and most likely pay a fee - but be warned that you then expose yourself as your IP address will be logged at the server end and you never know who could be running the server! BTW the Icecrypt S4000 is Linux! __________________ Before you buy contact or visit www.radtv.co.uk on 0800 612 5117. We try hard not to be beaten on price!

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radtv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,735 Thanks: 90 Thanked 362 Times in 305 Posts	Re: Buying Linux receiver. I thought you were going to call me? __________________ Before you buy contact or visit www.radtv.co.uk on 0800 612 5117. We try hard not to be beaten on price!

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brian Administrator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Inverness, Scotland Posts: 3,801 Thanks: 286 Thanked 1,697 Times in 595 Posts	Re: Buying Linux receiver. skronk, just got a Vu+ Duo from Southern Satellite - by all accounts, a powerful but simple to run box by comparison to some other FTA receivers/PVRs - and HD as well. Looking forward to setting it up and running later this week.

13-09-10, 11:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
Robbo Satellite mad Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kent Posts: 9,373 Thanks: 97 Thanked 1,981 Times in 1,603 Posts	Re: Buying Linux receiver. Looking forward to a full report brian. __________________ القمر الصناعي هو أفضل TM600 linux,TM6800HD,TM5200,TM1000,TM2200 motor, Triax TD110 dish. Electronics Engineer and satellite installer.MBC Satellites

14-09-10, 07:38 AM	#8 (permalink)
radtv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,735 Thanks: 90 Thanked 362 Times in 305 Posts	Re: Buying Linux receiver. I too are running a VU+ Duo and can tell you that once set up correctly with the right image its is a very capable PVR satellite receiver, I also installed a 500GB HDD in mine and lastly the best thing is that I also have a proper EPG (not the now and next type) __________________ Before you buy contact or visit www.radtv.co.uk on 0800 612 5117. We try hard not to be beaten on price!

14-09-10, 11:21 AM	#9 (permalink)
brian Administrator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Inverness, Scotland Posts: 3,801 Thanks: 286 Thanked 1,697 Times in 595 Posts	Re: Buying Linux receiver. Ian, which image did you use, if you don't mind my asking?

14-09-10, 12:58 PM	#10 (permalink)
radtv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,735 Thanks: 90 Thanked 362 Times in 305 Posts	Re: Buying Linux receiver. Brian Dream Elite, however the Dream Elite team have now disbanded! So you might want to look at another one? __________________ Before you buy contact or visit www.radtv.co.uk on 0800 612 5117. We try hard not to be beaten on price!

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