Trying to Find Everything For A Dreambox

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Right, after my aborted attempt at re-programming an NTL box last year, a friend pointed me in the direction of a Dreambox

I've spent the day here (instead of working) and have sussed out where to get the box and most of what I need to do.

Unfortunatly I can't find a copy of Neutrino UK04 or a guide. I know apintofmilks guide says to use Gemini image, but I understand that the UK04 image is easier for a newbie idiot like me

I just want to confirm that all I need is:-

Dreambox networked into my hub
Flashwizzard Pro
UK04
Bruteforce?

Thanks people
 
Yes that should be all you need. I believe the bruteforce thing does not apply to Neutrino images so don't worry about that. Some people report problems with plugging into routers and recommend a crossover cable direct from the dreambox to PC. I have mine plugged into a router and have flashed it many times and never had a problem, I never understood why it wouldn't work either.

Good luck.
 
Thanks for the quick reply Herbs - I just need to find the Neutrino files now!

I've also seen that the scan can take a while to carry out with the Neutrino image, unless I have a service file, but I'm happy to wait.

Anything else I need to be aware of? I'm on NTHELL Luton by my understanding of things
 
I'd recommend doing the scan yourself, make sure it's a full scan and not a fast one for best results. Perhaps download a services.xml so you can play straight away and then start it scanning when you go to bed, that's what I did.

You'll need an F connector to change the cable from what normally goes into a standard box to an aerial type connection. Do you know about this?

Might also need an adaptor to plug the box into the mains as it has a 2 pin european plug on it. Mine came with one but depends where you get it I expect. If you have one of those laptop firgure 8 type leads you can use that instead of the supplied one.

As long as you've got a digital signal coming into your house you should be set.

If you haven't already, the guides in the downloads section are well worth the read.
 
dreambox tools!

You may want to download a copy of the official firmware v1.08 image and
get a copy of the software UNIVERSAL DREAMUP incase things go tits up.
Then its just a case of starting from scratch using a Null Modem cable. Other
good programs include Dreambox Control Centre and Dream bouquetter in
English of course. These are for handling your sevice and bouquet files.
 
HERBS:
I've got an F connector already, as I'm watching chanels 1-5 via my cable feed already.

I've got a cabinet of cables in the loft and I know I've got a figure of 8 cable!

I've read all the manuals and it looks idiot-proof!

MENTORMAN:
Thanks for the heads-up on those items. I understand I can FTP out of the box, but if the flash goes tits up I need the null modem cable
Quick Google and I've found them all - thanks

ANYONE:
Neutrino UK04 image?
 
UK04 image has been removed from here due to pressure from the cable companies. Its still available elsewhere, but you will need 40+ posts to gain access.

In the meantime you should consider trying Gemini and other enigma-based images that are available in the downloads section.

(Neutrino UK05 due to be released within coming days)
 
they have moved all the images from the download section mad dog to another site there r new rules as to how to access these files .but i'm sure u already new that:-(
 
Thanks for the help people

I've just discovered that I can't get hold of a Dreambox now - can't find any UK stock GRRRRR.

Did find a site with them for sale for £139 - but in the space of 2 hours they have sold out!

Thanks for the info on the download site - I had missed that bit!
 
Some people on here have spare boxes that they may want to sell. Post up a WANTED thread and somebody may be able to make a deal with you:)
 
Thanks for the heads-up enya500

As soon as I get my box, I'm happy to donate to this great forum for the download access instead of posting rubbish to get my posts up!
 
Take a look at some of the other forums on here, maybe there are other areas where you could help out.
 
Whoot! Got a 500-c on it's way this week with the UK04 image pre-installed.

I'll try not to bug the hell out of you guys when I get it

Big thanks for everyone's help yesterday
 
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