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Tiviar Alpha Plus Combo STB

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    #2192
    dulpit
    Registered Users Posts: 10,421 ✭✭✭✭dulpit


    CianCollins wrote: »
    Thanks Finally figured out, looking there I see people add saorview and uk channels to favourites folder to have the one EPG how is this done?

    I do not have the option to create folder in auto bouquets folder.

    Thanks.

    You'd have to do this after the fact. There is a setting (I think) in abm where you can tell it to either keep or remove other bouquets when it runs. Make sure it's set to keep them. Then you can use the remote, or webif, or a few tools to create a favourite bouquet with combination you like. https://echannelizer.com/ is an example...


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    #2193
    Chrizfitz
    Registered Users Posts: 226 ✭✭Chrizfitz


    Loving this. Cancelled sky today.

    I have the privilege of being able to set this up in the shed and test it/let it run and recordings build up.

    After some ups and downs I got there thanks to all the posts here and I hope to add a few bits myself once I have it installed in the comms press.

    My question is about IR, I have 2 edison hdmi modulators in the press, currently one for sky and one for a chromecast. I am replacing sky with the alpha+ box. From my understanding I may install a rf modulator with IR to take the IR from the magic eyes, I have a trilink lying around I can use.

    Where in the alpha+ box is the IR receiver?
    Is this the best way in your option for my setup?

    Thanks in advance


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    #2194
    peking97
    Registered Users Posts: 856 ✭✭✭peking97


    Looks like my Tiviar has developed a PSU fault.
    Intermittently showing "Booting.." then a blank screen then back to "Booting..." again.
    Don't suppose anyone would have a schematic diagram for the PSU board?
    It's MODEL FSP-7356 Rev1.0.
    Any ideas, suggestions welcome.


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    #2195
    greasepalm
    Registered Users Posts: 5,267 ✭✭✭greasepalm


    Post 1789
    Mr Ink in Clondalkin should be able to repair it, very reasonably priced
    post 1791 also


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    #2196
    logonmar
    Registered Users Posts: 87 ✭✭logonmar


    I have one recorded programme that won't delete for me.

    I press the Red button on remote and am asked if I want to delete

    I then select 'Yes' option

    The programme flickers as if moving it to trascan but it then reappears

    Any suggestions?

    All other programmes continue to delete normally


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    #2197
    crisco10
    Registered Users Posts: 6,182 ✭✭✭crisco10


    Chrizfitz wrote: »
    Loving this. Cancelled sky today.

    I have the privilege of being able to set this up in the shed and test it/let it run and recordings build up.

    After some ups and downs I got there thanks to all the posts here and I hope to add a few bits myself once I have it installed in the comms press.

    My question is about IR, I have 2 edison hdmi modulators in the press, currently one for sky and one for a chromecast. I am replacing sky with the alpha+ box. From my understanding I may install a rf modulator with IR to take the IR from the magic eyes, I have a trilink lying around I can use.

    Where in the alpha+ box is the IR receiver?
    Is this the best way in your option for my setup?

    Thanks in advance

    Am thinking of taking the same leap as yourself, what is the best resource for a setup guide or similar?

    And just to clarify;
    1) do you connect it to the old Sky satellite?
    2) I'm 3 km from local mast for saorview, so assume I will get away with internal ariel?
    3) Can I do series link or similar?

    I'm sure there are answers in this thread, but a lot of page to scroll through.

    TIA


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    #2198
    sligojoek
    Registered Users Posts: 25,420 ✭✭✭✭sligojoek


    1. Won't work with Sky Q but you can change the LNB.

    2. Shouldn't be a problem. I'm 10k from Truskmore and it works with an aerial on the floor.

    3. Yes.


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    #2199
    crisco10
    Registered Users Posts: 6,182 ✭✭✭crisco10


    sligojoek wrote: »
    1. Won't work with Sky Q but you can change the LNB.

    2. Shouldn't be a problem. I'm 10k from Truskmore and it works with an aerial on the floor.

    3. Yes.

    Thanks - I have old fashioned Sky+ so shouldn't need to change the LNB.

    Tempted to crack on, but just need to find a "dummy's guide to setup" or similar so I know what to do to when the box arrives.


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    #2200
    sligojoek
    Registered Users Posts: 25,420 ✭✭✭✭sligojoek


    Most of what you need to know is in the first few pages. If you're any way tech savvy you'll manage it. I was dubious myself at the start but it's the best move I ever made. Plenty of people on here are fantastic with help.


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    #2201
    crisco10
    Registered Users Posts: 6,182 ✭✭✭crisco10


    sligojoek wrote: »
    Most of what you need to know is in the first few pages. If you're any way tech savvy you'll manage it. I was dubious myself at the start but it's the best move I ever made. Plenty of people on here are fantastic with help.

    Thanks - I'll be back with a few silly questions I assume. Won't cancel the Sky just yet....lol


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    #2202
    peking97
    Registered Users Posts: 856 ✭✭✭peking97


    Can anyone confirm that there is a two year warranty on the Tiviar?
    Bought from WOS Sept. 2018.


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    #2203
    greasepalm
    Registered Users Posts: 5,267 ✭✭✭greasepalm


    Most boxes from Wos say 2 year warranty,what is wrong with it?


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    #2204
    greasepalm
    Registered Users Posts: 5,267 ✭✭✭greasepalm


    Just in case if people were not aware many channels can only be got from a sky subscription.


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    #2205
    Johnboy1951
    Registered Users Posts: 14,000 ✭✭✭✭Johnboy1951


    greasepalm wrote: »
    Just in case if people were not aware many channels can only be got from a sky subscription.

    One of these days I must find out how many, and of those how many I would watch ..... from a basic subscription.
    Not including extras such as sport, movies etc etc.

    It might be an interesting exercise to see what I would be paying for.

    I do like lists :D


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    #2206
    greasepalm
    Registered Users Posts: 5,267 ✭✭✭greasepalm


    I grew up with ones like sky 1,sky atlantic, fox and loads of others which were great at the beginning but got worse in quality.
    You might have that list done by friday.


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    #2207
    peking97
    Registered Users Posts: 856 ✭✭✭peking97


    greasepalm wrote: »
    Most boxes from Wos say 2 year warranty,what is wrong with it?

    Box will not power-up. Mostly it's completely dead but at random times it appears to start the power-up cycle but then fails after a few seconds and dead again!


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    #2208
    greasepalm
    Registered Users Posts: 5,267 ✭✭✭greasepalm


    Have you another power supply to check with.Is there a hdd fitted or usb inserted?


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    #2209
    Rpdana
    Registered Users Posts: 6 ✭Rpdana


    Hi,
    new here and new to satellite. I have the Tiviar Alpha+ with OpenATV version 6.0.
    I've connected ethernet and looked at updating the software but got a message warning me that 'there is a risk that Tiviar will not boot after online update...a new flash will increase the stability....an online update is done at your own risk'

    What are the benefits of updating the software and what's the recommended approach?
    Thanks


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    #2210
    greasepalm
    Registered Users Posts: 5,267 ✭✭✭greasepalm


    That is a very old image as Atv is on 6.4 now.Think on the first few posts is a newer image version that super ceded 6.0.It might have to be a new flash by usb but others using Atv will guide you.


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    #2211
    peking97
    Registered Users Posts: 856 ✭✭✭peking97


    greasepalm wrote: »
    Have you another power supply to check with.Is there a hdd fitted or usb inserted?

    If only I had another power supply!!
    Yes HDD fitted by WoS and no USB inserted but the good news is that WoS have authorized an RMA number so presumably it's still under warranty although I will have to cover the cost of return to them.


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    #2212
    greasepalm
    Registered Users Posts: 5,267 ✭✭✭greasepalm


    peking97 wrote: »
    If only I had another power supply!!
    Yes HDD fitted by WoS and no USB inserted but the good news is that WoS have authorized an RMA number so presumably it's still under warranty although I will have to cover the cost of return to them.


    Yes i have had to do that once or twice,remove batteries from remote if using an post


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    #2213
    swoofer
    Registered Users Posts: 5,427 ✭✭✭swoofer


    There are no benefits updating the software an if box is working ok leave well alone. In fact if it is working good have you done a backup just in case? Are you sure its 6.0? Mine is 6.1 and thats 2 years ago. Its the THBB image with a great skin.

    @peking have you tried box with the hdd disconnected? Has it been running hot ie not well ventilated? What image are you using and skin? Have you tried pushing the power cord at the back in a bit tighter? In fact try a different power cord.

    swoofer


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    #2214
    Rpdana
    Registered Users Posts: 6 ✭Rpdana


    @swoofer and @greasepalm Thanks for getting back to me on that.

    Yes, I'm sure it is 6.0 I checked last night via the information panel.The box is also about 2 years old, I never really used it much until recently, more time on my hands due to current circumstances.

    I was curious to see if I could get some internet content such as Netflix or stream some fils using it as I don't have a smart TV.
    If there is no benefit to updating the software why so much discussion on here about updating?
    What do I need to do a backup?
    The terminology is new to me and while I've search online for references to the box most of the search results lead me to this or other forums.
    What do you mean by THBB with a great skin? Also what do you mean by a new flash with USB?
    As I say totally new to satellite but do have a reasonable level of IT skills.


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    #2215
    swoofer
    Registered Users Posts: 5,427 ✭✭✭swoofer


    Yes I checked back and 6.0 is 2017. I don't know where you bought it but it may have come with 6.0 preloaded. I have time on my hands as well. You wont get netflix on it and one of the reasons for updating you may get a few newer apps. IPTV has taken a lot of the fun out of these boxes and you can use it for iptv but that's another story.

    The latest version of openatv is 6.4 and it is still in beta form , also they have taken it upon themselves to lock it until you create a new password. So dont use it, best is 6.3 but read on.

    These boxes are tricky so a few on here have been good enough to create a custom image and give support. In fact you are in the right thread. Go back to the beginning and you will see the poster THHB the image I am using is in post number 32. If you follow the guide you will have a good box and openatv 6.1. Then if you look under software management you will see a facility to do a backup and will have the option to back up to hdd or usb. Choose USB but it has to be formatted to fat 32 first.

    You will need to know how to FTP to the box and mention is made of filezilla which is free but WNSCP is better and I hope you are using windows.

    However, these boxes are tricky so you should do a backup before you start, with VERSION 6.0 I don't know what is under software management but it should give you a backup facility.

    To update box to version 6.3 you download it in zip format and then unzip to a usb BUT make sure no other files are on usb and its fat 32. When box is updating you should get the message " do you wish to restore settings?, and can say yes BUT you will already have done a backup to the hdd and that will have the settings, if you have not done a backup I don't know what will happen as I have back up ingrained in my brain. These boxes are fussy with usb sticks so its best to have a few. sandisk is good.

    The image I am using was created by THHB so its now referred to as the THHB image and its ace, 2 years and not a peep. Read this thread a it has all the answers and I will be just repeating myself If you are still totally flummoxed post back and say what you have on box, ie hdd, name of skin, 2 feeds from sat plus saorview, connected to internet. Its like anything easy when you know how.


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    #2216
    peking97
    Registered Users Posts: 856 ✭✭✭peking97


    swoofer wrote: »
    @peking have you tried box with the hdd disconnected? Has it been running hot ie not well ventilated? What image are you using and skin? Have you tried pushing the power cord at the back in a bit tighter? In fact try a different power cord.
    swoofer
    No didn't disconnect the HDD as I didn't want to open it as RMA authorized by WoS and in fact it's on it's way back via Parcel Motel at the moment.
    It wasn't running hot. Using NCM's latest image 6.3 and whatever skin that includes. I had tried a different power cord to no avail.

    Fingers crossed WoS will sort it!


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    #2217
    Rpdana
    Registered Users Posts: 6 ✭Rpdana


    swoofer wrote: »
    Yes I checked back and 6.0 is 2017. I don't know where you bought it but it may have come with 6.0 preloaded. I have time on my hands as well. You wont get netflix on it and one of the reasons for updating you may get a few newer apps. IPTV has taken a lot of the fun out of these boxes and you can use it for iptv but that's another story.

    The latest version of openatv is 6.4 and it is still in beta form , also they have taken it upon themselves to lock it until you create a new password. So dont use it, best is 6.3 but read on.

    These boxes are tricky so a few on here have been good enough to create a custom image and give support. In fact you are in the right thread. Go back to the beginning and you will see the poster THHB the image I am using is in post number 32. If you follow the guide you will have a good box and openatv 6.1. Then if you look under software management you will see a facility to do a backup and will have the option to back up to hdd or usb. Choose USB but it has to be formatted to fat 32 first.

    You will need to know how to FTP to the box and mention is made of filezilla which is free but WNSCP is better and I hope you are using windows.

    However, these boxes are tricky so you should do a backup before you start, with VERSION 6.0 I don't know what is under software management but it should give you a backup facility.

    To update box to version 6.3 you download it in zip format and then unzip to a usb BUT make sure no other files are on usb and its fat 32. When box is updating you should get the message " do you wish to restore settings?, and can say yes BUT you will already have done a backup to the hdd and that will have the settings, if you have not done a backup I don't know what will happen as I have back up ingrained in my brain. These boxes are fussy with usb sticks so its best to have a few. sandisk is good.

    The image I am using was created by THHB so its now referred to as the THHB image and its ace, 2 years and not a peep. Read this thread a it has all the answers and I will be just repeating myself If you are still totally flummoxed post back and say what you have on box, ie hdd, name of skin, 2 feeds from sat plus saorview, connected to internet. Its like anything easy when you know how.
    Brilliant, thanks. Will review


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    #2218
    GSRNBP
    Registered Users Posts: 84 ✭✭GSRNBP


    I think I have kind of a silly question. My box came with a world of satellite usb stick - 4 files: crossepg, media, movie, time****.

    I have a HDD installed, can I use this USB stick to reflash my box or does this need to stay plugged in?


    Second question as it has been a few years since I followed this guide last:
    Re: https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=106783394

    How do I use that backup? Do I follow the instructions to flash with OpenViX and then transfer the backup files to the HDD by putty?


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    #2219
    swoofer
    Registered Users Posts: 5,427 ✭✭✭swoofer


    Its best to leave usb plugged in, it saves the HDD spinning up too often.

    Where did you get the mention of openvix? Thats a totally different image. Ahh I see now re vix, no, that;s just a written guide, its done by the vix people but applies to all images. Its telling you how to flash an image any image to the box.

    You download the backup, unzip it to a usb stick, not the one already in use,, that has been formatted to fat 32 and then follow the guide.

    You dont need to use putty and I dont know where you are getting that idea from.

    Now this is important what image have you on the box already? go to menu, information, you may have a Vix image.


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    #2220
    GSRNBP
    Registered Users Posts: 84 ✭✭GSRNBP


    swoofer wrote: »
    Its best to leave usb plugged in, it saves the HDD spinning up too often.

    Where did you get the mention of openvix? Thats a totally different image. Ahh I see now re vix, no, that;s just a written guide, its done by the vix people but applies to all images. Its telling you how to flash an image any image to the box.

    You download the backup, unzip it to a usb stick, not the one already in use,, that has been formatted to fat 32 and then follow the guide.

    You dont need to use putty and I dont know where you are getting that idea from.

    Now this is important what image have you on the box already? go to menu, information, you may have a Vix image.
    I have Open ATV 6.1, do I need to update to a newer version before flashing the backup linked? I tried just doing the backup and once it rebooted it is stuck on -00-


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    #2221
    swoofer
    Registered Users Posts: 5,427 ✭✭✭swoofer


    6.1 is the backup and that works fine. Power on from the back and it should restart.


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