VU DUO2

yabadabado

codar wrote: »

I found the duo2 remote rubbish to be honest.
I chucked it in a drawer and now use a genuine solo2 remote instead.
It is a lot more responsive than the original one supplied, in my opinion.

Yeah Duo 2 remote is poor compared to the Duo/Solo ones

Snake Plisken

Yep haven't looked back since switching to the solo2 remote way more responsive original remote is just badly designed!

VUDuo2

Another one here with a very dodgy genuine vu+duo2 remote - fit for the bin so it is.

I see that some of you are using the solo2 remote ??

Found the following link, here in this thread, for a replacement but the small print at the bottom states that the remote is not suitable
for duo2 boxes (http://satboxes.com/shop/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=129)

This one in Swords appears to be compatible but €25 is a bit steep (http://www.satexperts.ie/shop-categories/boxes/linux-accessories/vu-remote-control-detail)
Anyone using this ??


Can someone provide a link to where you got yours please ??

One other thing, with the Solo2 remotes - are they ready for use with the duo2 - just pop in the batteries and away she goes, or do they require configuring ??

bored_stupid

The one in satexperts has a keypad and the back the one in satboxes is just a basic it states not for solo2 or duo2 give both a ring and ask what works on what before you buy .

codar

€25 is about the go for a genuine VU remote.
http://www.world-of-satellite.co.uk/Replacement-Remote-Controls/VU-Plus-Remote-Controls/VU-Duo-Duo2-Duo-2-Solo-Uno-Ultimo-Genuine-Universal-Remote-Control
and
http://www.ebay.ie/itm/VU-GENUINE-DUO-SOLO-UNO-AND-ULTIMO-UNIVERSAL-REMOTE-CONTROL-/151894407921?hash=item235d9cbaf1:g:gVgAAOxywh1TC6lP
Probably need parcel motel to get it in cheaply, otherwise postage could be stupid money.

yabadabado

Logitech Harmony remote controls are very good as a replacement. Programmable and the cheaper ones can be used to work 3 devices .I bought one for a reciever when amazon had a deal on them about 2 years ago.

VUDuo2

Brilliant feedback from you all, thanks a million.

The one mentioned by codar in world of satellite, I think is the same as this one in swords (satexperts.ie) (http://www.satexperts.ie/shop-categories/boxes/linux-accessories/vu-remote-control-detail)

I'll get this one even though it is €25


Cheers

.G.

Just got this box and its great but the issues I have relate to Kodi and its interaction with the E2 mediaplayer which appears to be a bit of a shambles if you need to pause, rewind or fast forward stuff. Is there a way to get kodi to use its own media player and ignore the E2 one? I'm on open Black hole at the moment but the issue was present in all the images I've tried so far.

VUDuo2

I find the R.C. for controlling text entry in the Opera browser or searching within XBMC etc, very tedious (annoys the existing RSI I have from tablet / phone use etc etc

Is there a compatible wireless keyboard / trackball combo ??

batman2000

I was looking at the options.
Vu Solo2 versus Vu Duo2

Looking at the spec's, the main difference is the
Duo2 has WiFi
Duo2 has RAM 2Gb v 1Gb
Duo2 has Flash 1Gb v 256Mb

Any recommendations on the product and also where to purchase a box.?
Also is it easy to install a skin like Sky?
Do both support HD channels?

.G.

VUDuo2 wrote: »

I find the R.C. for controlling text entry in the Opera browser or searching within XBMC etc, very tedious (annoys the existing RSI I have from tablet / phone use etc etc

Is there a compatible wireless keyboard / trackball combo ??

Thread appears to be a ghost town as I found out above but I can help on this query. I have a logitech K400r that I use with my HTPC and it works with the Duo2 as well.

stuff.hunter

superg wrote: »

Just got this box and its great but the issues I have relate to Kodi and its interaction with the E2 mediaplayer which appears to be a bit of a shambles if you need to pause, rewind or fast forward stuff. Is there a way to get kodi to use its own media player and ignore the E2 one? I'm on open Black hole at the moment but the issue was present in all the images I've tried so far.

hi, i was on BH for some time but its overloaded... try Open Vix, using different releases on my Duo2 for over two years and never had any issues

stuff.hunter

VUDuo2 wrote: »

I find the R.C. for controlling text entry in the Opera browser or searching within XBMC etc, very tedious (annoys the existing RSI I have from tablet / phone use etc etc

Is there a compatible wireless keyboard / trackball combo ??

hi, I'm using Logitech TK820 ( https://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=logitech+tk+820&tag=googiehydra-21&index=aps&hvadid=46157862788&hvpos=1t1&hvexid=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2802882912311174382&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_xbt4b67q8_e ), got as well Logitech K400 ... both are working like a charm

.G.

stuff.hunter wrote: »

hi, i was on BH for some time but its overloaded... try Open Vix, using different releases on my Duo2 for over two years and never had any issues

I put open vix on it at the start and it was the same. Its the Enigma 2 media player just seems rubbish. Its fine if you put something on and watch but try pause or fast forward/rewind is when the trouble hits. Pause and then press play again results in the media player menu coming up instead of playing, then you have to go through menus to get rid of that, fast forward and then try to get it to stop fast forwarding without that same menu coming up, Pressing play adding stuff to a play list instead of just playing it! Its a shame cos the box is well able for kodi but the media player is not user friendly, especially for the wife!

Does it do that for everyone or is it just me?!

VUDuo2

superg wrote: »

I put open vix on it at the start and it was the same. Its the Enigma 2 media player just seems rubbish. Its fine if you put something on and watch but try pause or fast forward/rewind is when the trouble hits. Pause and then press play again results in the media player menu coming up instead of playing, then you have to go through menus to get rid of that, fast forward and then try to get it to stop fast forwarding without that same menu coming up, Pressing play adding stuff to a play list instead of just playing it! Its a shame cos the box is well able for kodi but the media player is not user friendly, especially for the wife!

Does it do that for everyone or is it just me?!

Nope, not on my box (the VU+DUO2 that is !! )
Media player has been working glitch free (Open BH v 0.1), pausing, fast forward etc all ok

.G.

VUDuo2 wrote: »

Nope, not on my box (the VU+DUO2 that is !! )
Media player has been working glitch free (Open BH v 0.1), pausing, fast forward etc all ok

Yeah it's weird. It was perfect last night however if I launch kodi it goes to sh*t even when I quit kodi. It's fine on its own.

VUDuo2

superg wrote: »

Yeah it's weird. It was perfect last night however if I launch kodi it goes to sh*t even when I quit kodi. It's fine on its own.

The problems you are having in Kodi, do they occur while streaming from the internet or viewing from nas / local drive?

.G.

VUDuo2 wrote: »

The problems you are having in Kodi, do they occur while streaming from the internet or viewing from nas / local drive?

From a NAS. Files from that same NAS play fine via the mediaplayer once Kodi hasn't been used.

VUDuo2

Has anyone with a VU+Duo2 got a NVIDIA Shield 16 GB Android TV Box or MINIX Neo U1 Android, running the VU+ PlayerHD (Marusys) app ??


I use that app on my android tablet & my android phone for watching the VU+Duo2’s channels, which is great for me but I don’t want my kids
using those devices.

I’m looking for a “child” friendly Android TV box (Ethernet connectivity ) that will run the VU+ PlayerHD, would either of the above boxes work or is there something similar that would ??.

steveon

VUDuo2 wrote: »

Has anyone with a VU+Duo2 got a NVIDIA Shield 16 GB Android TV Box or MINIX Neo U1 Android, running the VU+ PlayerHD (Marusys) app ??


I use that app on my android tablet & my android phone for watching the VU+Duo2’s channels, which is great for me but I don’t want my kids
using those devices.

I’m looking for a “child” friendly Android TV box (Ethernet connectivity ) that will run the VU+ PlayerHD, would either of the above boxes work or is there something similar that would ??.

i use a free program called andr from app store that will work or u can run the box using kodi

ShaneOC

VUDuo2 wrote: »

I’m looking for a “child” friendly Android TV box (Ethernet connectivity ) that will run the VU+ PlayerHD, would either of the above boxes work or is there something similar that would ??.

It might be more child friendly to get another low'ish spec enigma box. I have used the VU+ Zero and Edision OS Mini and a plugin called Remote Channel Stream Convertor. Connect the box to the home network and setup the plugin. You can add all (or some) bouquets from the Duo2, you can setup the box with same image / skin, you can access recordings on the Duo2.

Basically you get full functionality with same user experience.

VUDuo2

My brother has a Broadband & TV package & he has shared his online account details with me.

If I go onto the Internet (on a PC) in my home, I can watch all TV channels in his subscription
Also, I can chromecast the channels from my PC to my TV but I'm wondering is it possible to connect my VU+DUO2 to his Internet channel subscription and be able to watch them on my TV ??

The Dark Knight

Hi, can anyone recommend (or provide) a good image for the Duo 2 that combines Saorview and UK FTA Satellite channels into single EPG?
I have a dual DVB-S tuner and using a PlayStation Play tuner for DVB-T.
Thank you!

stuff.hunter

The Dark Knight wrote: »

Hi, can anyone recommend (or provide) a good image for the Duo 2 that combines Saorview and UK FTA Satellite channels into single EPG?
I have a dual DVB-S tuner and using a PlayStation Play tuner for DVB-T.
Thank you!

latest Vix does that if im correct

ocy

My 8year old vu duo is not doing so well, crashing constantly and choppy playing of recordings.

Hard drive appears to be ok. We replaced a capacitor a year or so ago and worked on for a while.

So have decided to splash the cash and buy a replacement . Is the vu duo2 the best replacement.

Ideally want minimum 2 satellite tuners ability to watch/record 2 or more terrestial channels (2 satellite transponders) variable speed play.

Any help appreciated. Where is best to buy from?

stuff.hunter

to be honest duo2 seem to be the best choice as there is alot of support for it (tons of images, plugins etc.) and youll decide to go for it, try:
http://www.satworld.ie/vu-duo2-linux-satellite-receiver.html

yabadabado

I've Duo and Duo 2 both still going strong and very little hassle with them over the years.

Maybe check out the thread by newclareman on the satellite forum about the set up and box he has posted about.
Looks a good set up and relatively cheap.

https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2057925678

The Dark Knight

The Dark Knight wrote: »

Hi, can anyone recommend (or provide) a good image for the Duo 2 that combines Saorview and UK FTA Satellite channels into single EPG?
I have a dual DVB-S tuner and using a PlayStation Play tuner for DVB-T.
Thank you!

Hi, just checking in again on above request.
Thank you!

cargen

The Dark Knight wrote: »

Hi, just checking in again on above request.
Thank you!

Openvix with autobouquet maker plugin should do it

batman2000

Hi All, a few years ago I was looking at getting a Vu Duo box. In the end, I upgraded to Sky Q.
What is the best box on the market.
I'd have two satellite feeds, 1 Saorview feed and I'd add a HDD.