Cannot connect home PC to Starview 3 box

[MonkeyMagic1908]

My PC is quite new and doesnt have a port to connect the null cable to the box, so I cannot update the firmware from home......

I have plugged it in and tuned the channels, however it only finds them when I scan 'Ex C&W', my cable provider is NTL....

In addition, I cannot get into the secret menu by typing 1570 or 2004

So to cut a long story short......, is there anyway I can switch EMU on without having to unplug the box and cart it back into work

[gji25]

first of all make sure the software version on the box is version 6.00e
secondly to turn emu on press menu on the remote control then you should be at the menu screen with installation highlighted.
then point hte remote at the box and press 1570.
you should then see another screen and at the bottom of that screen you should see a bar saying emu.... scroll to the option that says emu then press the right key on the remote to change the option from off to on.
then exit back to your channel listing and go to s*y sports1 and let it update the code

[Jonpc]

Starview 3 is "2007" NOT "1570"

[tam39]

ive just tried this 2007 for emu and still does not work.not box as brand spanky new

[martin-f]

try 1668

[tam39]

tried that as well .i know with the old starview 1 i had to update firmware but surely a brand new box that scans and finds channels should not have the problem of not getting emu screen up.got their tel.number as well so will be giving them a call tomorrow as not too chuffed.

[martin-f]

you will have to flash your box they come FTA

look here

Starview 3 - Setup Tutorial

[tam39]

thanks so is this the same for all brand new boxes.never got the cable or anything else with this box .luckyy i have the stuff for starview 1

[martin-f]

you will need different software read this if you can be botherd

courtesy of satsmo

Starview 3 - Setup Tutorial
You will need a null modem cable DB9F to DB9F.

Null modem info

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Search.aspx?criteria=L71BT&DOY=2m6

If your pc does not have a serial port you will need a USB to serial port adapter to use in conjunction with the null modem cable.

USB Adapter info

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?...apter&doy=23m7


These two cable links are only for reference as they can be purchased
a lot cheaper on fleabay.

Note:

Some people experience difficulties with the USB adapter, most of the time it is purely a port assignment problem. To rectify this make sure you have downloaded your driver and follow below to assign a port:

To see which port your USB adapter is connected to, connect your USB adapter and follow the following instructions:

1. Go to the Start Menu
2. Right click on "My Computer"
3. Select "Properties"
4. Click on the "Hardware" tab
5. Click on "Device Manager"
6. Click the + sign next to "Ports (COM & LPT)"
7. One of the listed ports should indicate which port your USB adapter is connected to (e.g. COM1, COM2, COM3, etc.)
8. Go back to Gtromloader and make sure it is looking at the correct port.
9. You should be able to transfer data once the correct port is selected

If you need drivers go here

http://www.gilsson.com/usb_drivers_download.htm

Follow my advice to step 7. Locate your USB Adapter (port *)

Right click on that port and select properties. Then select port settings, then select advanced. At the bottom of that tab will be a drop down box with the port selected (port * in your case). Use the drop down to select another port (eg 1, 2 or 3). If the port you want to use is already allocated to something else, you can use the same procedure to reassign that port after you have finished.

Save the selections in the usual way. The USB converter will be permanently assigned to the port you selected.

This is based on Windows XP. Vista differs slightly in regards to device manager but the principle remains the same once you have a compatible device driver.

And if you are still having problems with the USB adapter then its time to get a serial PCI card.

Flashing The Box Super (Starview 3)

You will need version 7.09 firmware. It comes in a format similar to a UFL, so loader and firmware is combined. (UFL = Unified Firmware Loader)

Firmware (7.09) is only for the boxes with the extra output on the back and not meant as an up date for the older Super boxes. Version 8.00 works with some but causes reboots on others similar to 7.05 firmware, hence why I recommend 7.09. The decision is always with the user in relation to what firmware they decide to use.

Any one that has the older Starview 3 needs to use v6.01 .


Once you have downloaded the firmware, (place it on your desktop). If it need to be unwrapped use a program like winrar. Once unwrapped you should see a Red arrow on your desktop, click this and then click download, (make sure App file Only is selected). Progress bar will commence from 0% to 100%. When it reaches 100% please wait until it says complete.

Thats it flashed.

I have asked for both firmwares to be added to downloads, but that of course is entirely up to the moderators here.

Scanning For Channels

As per all Starviews this is quite straight forward. After flashing you will be presented with the installation screen. Just select your language, then your provider and finally autoscan.

After autoscan has completed exit all the way out. Press menu, type 1570 on your remote, (to enter CAS menu), and enable key emu. Exit all the way out and put it on Sly Sports 1 to update.