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eorovox max v 2008 (black)
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tolgirl
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15. October 2008 @ 15:55 |
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after looking at hiteks guide, without breaking the seal on the unit we suspect that it is a clone, does this mean the unit is useless and we should try to return it or - is all not lost?
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15. October 2008 @ 16:42 |
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If it is an Eurovox max V and you were sold it as an original then yes send it back if it is still under warranty, also what makes you think it is a clone?
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tolgirl
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15. October 2008 @ 16:51 |
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coz i've peeked through the grid on the casing and the wires look seperated and not in a flat strip, can't see the top yang logo you mentioned 'the things i noticed', only a qc round sticker and the flap only covers 1/2 of the front not the whole front.
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15. October 2008 @ 17:52 |
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Have a look through this,
http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/659486
The pictures you downloaded are for the red and blue box, the front panel on all Max Vs only open half way.
Best way to check is look through the vents and see if you can see any red paint on the screw heads this is usually an indication of a clone.
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tolgirl
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15. October 2008 @ 19:06 |
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thanks for your help, i've had a look through the thread you suggested and i'm still confused because the description of the outer casing matched the original apart from the grey writing on the box but on looking through the vents it definately looks more like the inferior eg. no green components, wiring single srands and knotted, printed label with same number, but can't see any red paint on screw heads. i probably got it from the uk supplier pasanonic didn't want to mention. do you think i should try to download with software or firmware any way? I'm fed up!
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15. October 2008 @ 19:18 |
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If I was you and you bought from a supplier who stated it was an original box I would send it back as explained before, I wouldn't advise you to put the latest Firmware which is ment for the genuine max Vs on your box that is entirly up to you, if the supplier would not accept the return I would then break the seal and post a picture on here for us all to have a look and if it is a clone I would stick with the code updates, (which you cant get here).
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tolgirl
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15. October 2008 @ 19:32 |
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do i need any software as the box came without any software provided and says free to air software is required, do I need this to update the codes. thanks again for all your help, it really is appreciated. Thank goodness for this forum.
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15. October 2008 @ 19:50 |
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Before changing anything see if your supplier will allow you to return it.
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tolgirl
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15. October 2008 @ 20:07 |
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i'll try to return it, fingers crossed. i'm sure you'll be hearing from me again, but for now thank you and goodnight.
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tolgirl
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19. October 2008 @ 09:41 |
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rang the firm told them i suspect it's a clone, they said it was irrelevant and sent me to a forum to download software but still having problems, don't know if it's the box or my pc coz download keeps failing.
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19. October 2008 @ 10:08 |
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Of course its relevant, sounds like an extremely dodgy dealer. Can you name them please as it would help others steer clear of them.
That and the bad press for them may stop them treating customers like this in the future.
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tolgirl
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19. October 2008 @ 12:42 |
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will do scOuser, didn't know naming them was allowed. tv gadgets otherwise known as satandcable ltd.
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19. October 2008 @ 14:34 |
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tolgirl
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19. October 2008 @ 15:05 |
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any idea where to get the code updates and what to do with them?
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19. October 2008 @ 17:06 |
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tolgirl
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19. October 2008 @ 17:12 |
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malci
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19. October 2008 @ 17:17 |
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Originally posted by tolgirl:
any idea where to get the code updates and what to do with them?
What firmware have you got on the box? if it has only just been supplied to you then it will most probably have the FTA firmware on, that is obviously why they have directed you to download site, what you are asking for is not allowed on this forum, and even if you got them they would not be any use to you anyway. Unfortunately the box will still need to be flashed, check what it say's in System Informatiom - Menu and across to config, down to System Information OK and see what it say's exactly.
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tolgirl
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19. October 2008 @ 17:28 |
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Originally posted by HiTeck:
Is this where you got it from?,
http://www.satandcable.co.uk/s/product_info.php?products_id=33
I would stick with the codes and as Sc0user said before we will know in future to deffinatley steer clear of www.satandcable.co.uk as they sell clones.
yes i believe it was, althouth i ordered it on 'fleabay' from tvgadgets who didn't answer my email, nor could i find a returns address or phone number. then out of the blue i get an email from delivery service advising me of a new delivery from satandcable ltd, now i got 2 identical ones.
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tolgirl
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19. October 2008 @ 18:23 |
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Originally posted by malci:
Originally posted by tolgirl:
any idea where to get the code updates and what to do with them?
What firmware have you got on the box? if it has only just been supplied to you then it will most probably have the FTA firmware on, that is obviously why they have directed you to download site, what you are asking for is not allowed on this forum, and even if you got them they would not be any use to you anyway. Unfortunately the box will still need to be flashed, check what it say's in System Informatiom - Menu and across to config, down to System Information OK and see what it say's exactly.
it says....
model DVB-XC BOX TDA
s/w 1.0STC4 june 20 2007
h/w 2.0t
bootstrap v001
website ----
hope your wiser than me
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malci
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19. October 2008 @ 18:35 |
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Originally posted by tolgirl:
Originally posted by malci:
Originally posted by tolgirl:
any idea where to get the code updates and what to do with them?
What firmware have you got on the box? if it has only just been supplied to you then it will most probably have the FTA firmware on, that is obviously why they have directed you to download site, what you are asking for is not allowed on this forum, and even if you got them they would not be any use to you anyway. Unfortunately the box will still need to be flashed, check what it say's in System Informatiom - Menu and across to config, down to System Information OK and see what it say's exactly.
it says....
model DVB-XC BOX TDA
s/w 1.0STC4 june 20 2007
h/w 2.0t
bootstrap v001
website ----
hope your wiser than me
yep needs flashing, if you have got two for the price of one, which it seems you have - then go on and flash one (there is nothing to lose at this point - seems they are not responding to you), make sure that you are not using Vista, there is two many conflicts reported with that OP system. also if you are using a USB adaptor, then try and get to a friends standalone PC that has the correct 9 Pin serial port and OP system XP (Therebye cutting out the adaptor) and you will get it flashed no problem, Good Luck and Good night have to get off now.
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tolgirl
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19. October 2008 @ 18:50 |
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cheers malci, goodnight
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19. October 2008 @ 19:16 |
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Originally posted by malci:
Originally posted by tolgirl:
Originally posted by malci:
Originally posted by tolgirl:
any idea where to get the code updates and what to do with them?
What firmware have you got on the box? if it has only just been supplied to you then it will most probably have the FTA firmware on, that is obviously why they have directed you to download site, what you are asking for is not allowed on this forum, and even if you got them they would not be any use to you anyway. Unfortunately the box will still need to be flashed, check what it say's in System Informatiom - Menu and across to config, down to System Information OK and see what it say's exactly.
it says....
model DVB-XC BOX TDA
s/w 1.0STC4 june 20 2007
h/w 2.0t
bootstrap v001
website ----
hope your wiser than me
yep needs flashing, if you have got two for the price of one, which it seems you have - then go on and flash one (there is nothing to lose at this point - seems they are not responding to you), make sure that you are not using Vista, there is two many conflicts reported with that OP system. also if you are using a USB adaptor, then try and get to a friends standalone PC that has the correct 9 Pin serial port and OP system XP (Therebye cutting out the adaptor) and you will get it flashed no problem, Good Luck and Good night have to get off now.
Cheers Malci :)
tolgirl,
Just to add I would still ask for a refund and send one of the boxes back that way you got it for free, if they are selling clones advertised as genuine they deserve all they get, dont take any shit just DEMAND the refund and if they dont accept follow through the relevent procedures through eb@y enforcing you get a refund,
Best of luck.
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malci
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20. October 2008 @ 07:40 |
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Hi tolgirl - HiTeck, 100% agree with that course of action and hope that you do get the right result, - should have made clear in previous post the reason for what I said. There are a lot of Max V Black 2008 clones around, I myself was landed with one back in April (Obtained for someone else), it came in the new white packaging, it was an outrageous poor all round quality clone right down to the red paint on circuit board screws. Tried the usual course of action and had a lot of hassle, paypal well least said about them the better with the trouble I had, the seller dissapeared and ceased trading on fleabay (At least in the original name anyway) so I put it down to experience and kept hold of the box, decided to flash it anyway and did so with the Kuro 10/04/08 and later the 18/04/08 firmware and it is still going strong, funny thing about the damn thing is that it seems to update a little quicker than the original. Don't want to drag this on - just want to make clear my reasons as said (especially with the two for one situation) and not in any way to tread on anyones toes. All the best and good luck Cheers.
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tolgirl
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20. October 2008 @ 09:18 |
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just like to thank everyone who helped me on this thread. it's working we flashed it with kuro 18 04 2008,although download failed something must have happened overnight coz it's great now. i'd also like to add i rang satandcable this morning and they couldn't have been more helpful.
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20. October 2008 @ 09:25 |
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I know we made a few enquires on your behalf :) Didn't think you would get two though :)
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