auto roll firmware

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  1. daisy01

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    got a starvi*ew clone box, bought cables as stated then tried to download gtromloader and 2.57 fixed firmware files all i got was lots of letters numbers and symbols for the gtrom fil and cant open the 2.57 fixed file says something like trying to open a bin file that are used by operating systems and various programes. can someone please help i am an absoloute novice at stuff like this, sorry to be a pain
     
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    First save both GT ROM Loader and the 2.57_FIXED firmware to your desktop

    Updating Firmware

    Connect your box and PC with a Null modem cable and switch on the cable box and put it on STANDBY.
    (The Starvi*w does not need to be connected to TV to update it with GTROM)

    Open GTROM Loader software make sure that you set the correct COM PORT that matches the one that is being used

    Make sure App file only is selected, then click Bin File & browse to the firmware where you downloaded it to on your Desktop.

    Run the GTROM loader by pressing Download and you will see the % progress increase
    then Download completed message on your PC.
    Wait until you see the DOWNLOAD COMPLETE pop up on your PC before removing the NULL MODEM CABLE. The Starvi*w will then reboot

    Disconnect from PC and connect back up to the TV
     
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    the pronlem i am having is when i download the files i cant open them and i dont know what im doing wrong. in the folder there area few 2.57 fixed firmware can i download any one of them or is it a certain one
     
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    as celtic says download the gtrom and 257ee fixed [ if it has fixed in it that one is ok ],click on gtrom red arrow symbol to open,that pops up another page called gtrom loader,clink on bin file and select 257ee fixed,on serial port you have com port u have to select correct one for download to work,file type app file only selected,and then download
     
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    sorry to be a nuisance but this is far too technical for me. i have downloaded gtrom file and 257ee fixed but when i try to open them i get a load of gobbledegook, cant find the red arrow or anything else. from the begining i open the eko link click on starvi*w then on firmware then gtrom and 257ee fixed, download and save them to desktop but when i try to open them as i said i get nothing
     
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    double click on the GTRom loader on your desktop.
    then select bin file, then 2.57ee fixed.
    if you still have problems, try & download the GTRom onto your desktop again.
     
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    Sorry see below, i have dowloaded GTRom file to desktop and once i try and open it this is what i get is this right??? What am i doing wrong???

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    managed to download the GTRom folder and open it!! will attempt to do the other stages tomorrow, fingers crossed watch this space!
     
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    I have updated my starview clone box to v 2.57, everything was successful, it even shows the new version in system info. the only thing i want to know is where do i find the option to turn on 'auto roll', or how do i know this is active?
     
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    you cant, thats why its called autoroll - Press menu, type 1570, tap down to defualt key and press it, press exit and exit again, go to sky sports, you box will now show INFO UPDATING and it will then show percentages as it rolls the keys. This is what autoroll is.
     
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    hey celtic thats what you think , the rest is easier lol, i am a true technophobe all this tech jargon goes right over my head. i appreciate all the help though
     
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    can you tell me what auto roll does when the codes change will it
    update the box automatically or do you need to do something if so what do i do, thanks
     
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    updates the box with codes, you dont have to touch it again
     
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    having problems downloading auto roll firmware, just noticed on the gtrom help that you should not use twisted rs232 cable is this right will it stop the download as this is the cable iv bought. keep getting error message flash failed, have looked at message when this happens and tried everything any suggestions please, this is far too difficult for me - nightmare!!
     
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    the correct cable to use is a null modem cable,with correct cable u will be able to flash ur box,if u still have nightmare i will send freddy kruger over lol.
     
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    send freddy over please although i dont live on elm street lol. got the right null modem cable, can you use any usb to rs232 cable as it says on gtrom loader that shouldnt use twisted type which i think iv got, will this stop the flash??
     
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    giving up with this auto roll firmware lark, did everything that was suggested with no luck, havent got a clue where im going wrong. thought id got it sussed but then the driver software wont load for the usb-rs232 cable, its too tech for me, gutted though 2 days iv messed around
     
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    Daisy , are you using a PC or a laptop ?

    Sounds like the USB Adapter is giving you problems

    Can you try it from a PC with the 9 pin port without using the USB Adapter ?


    The most common issue when installing the USB adapter and driver is selecting the correct port for your software to recognize.

    You must make sure your particular software is looking on the correct port for it to transfer any data.

    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 your software program that you use to transfer data 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

     
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    hi im using a pc and have tried the lap top but keep getting flash failed, going to try the way you have suggested will let you know how i get on, fingers crossed.
     
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