Amiko Alien2 / SAB / GM / ST7162 ** SPARK** Discussion Thread

joc10

My Amiko Alien Triple won't load plugins -I put them in a folder called plugin on my USB - the box goes the usual procedure - update plugin etc but when I go to install it is not showing in the plugins.Anybody else come across this?

Nowso

the format off your plugins in the plugin folder is probably wrong , sometimes when you extract the plugin there is a plugin folder in the plugin folder which is wrong and if it is move the inner one out and delete the empty one and try again

Redriddick

Nowso wrote: »

I have added all the Spark Utilities into 1 folder to make them easy to keep upto date

Spark Utilities

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/vdcgbqqnhywxao8/AAAUP3hhyz1smLPNuSr_an2Ma

I don't know what im doing wrong.Havew put the db_201409171615 file on the usb,put it in the front usb.Went to system,then upgrade,then upgrade from usb.
Changed upgrade type to database.
Changed folder to c/db_201409171615/version and keep getting Failed stbid does not match?????

Nowso

Redriddick wrote: »

I don't know what im doing wrong.Havew put the db_201409171615 file on the usb,put it in the front usb.Went to system,then upgrade,then upgrade from usb.
Changed upgrade type to database.
Changed folder to c/db_201409171615/version and keep getting Failed stbid does not match?????

you need to select the version.xml and then upgrade

Nowso

Redriddick wrote: »

I don't know what im doing wrong.Havew put the db_201409171615 file on the usb,put it in the front usb.Went to system,then upgrade,then upgrade from usb.
Changed upgrade type to database.
Changed folder to c/db_201409171615/version and keep getting Failed stbid does not match?????

not sure ill the db soon and give the new one a go

Nowso

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/vdcgbqqnhywxao8/AAAUP3hhyz1smLPNuSr_an2Ma

ive Updated the Database -

unzip/extract the main folder but dont unzip the appdb.tar in the folder

Redriddick

Nowso wrote: »

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/vdcgbqqnhywxao8/AAAUP3hhyz1smLPNuSr_an2Ma

ive Updated the Database -

unzip/extract the main folder but dont unzip the appdb.tar in the folder

Thanks man.
I've downloaded the new one and still the same.
Jesus I'm awful sorry I'm being aright pain!!!

Nowso

have you the latest spark firmware installed ? v 1.2.73

update it again via the spark portal in the menu

Redriddick

Yes butt am doing it again now!

Redriddick

Rebooting!!!!!

Redriddick

Still the same !!!
Just wanted the channels sorted!!!!

Nowso

Redriddick wrote: »

Still the same !!!
Just wanted the channels sorted!!!!

could you upload a picture of sytem information in the system part of your menu to see what might need updating. . it may be the u boot version or simular

Redriddick

Nowso wrote: »

could you upload a picture of sytem information in the system part of your menu to see what might need updating. . it may be the u boot version or simular

Here it is

Nowso

Redriddick wrote: »

Here it is

u boot version is the last number a 4 or a 1 ??

the panel software i have is 1.11 not 1.10 not sure if thats because i have the vfd display

Redriddick

Looks like a 1 to me

Nowso

ur u- boot version is not upto date
one of the lads mentioned that as an issue before

i think i remember being recomended to install the Spark resue image which i have in my dropbox folder

download the rescue image from my dropbox install it in the way it instructs in the how to install it

then check your u boot version if its version 1.1.002-4 then you can update to latest firmware again

Maybe one the others could confirm this aswell

Redriddick

Its saying something about ident stb

Nowso

Redriddick wrote: »

Its saying something about ident stb

did u install it this way




Remember:
1) USB flash formated in FAT32
2) Unzip the downloaded file
3) Copy "spark" folder from unzipped file to USB flash
4) Turn off your receiver
5) While pressing OK button turn ON rec on the back
6) After a few seconds "Forc" appears on OSD
7) Press "< or >" arrow to select SPARK
8) Press "down" or "up" arrow to select FACT
9) Press OK and it will start upload

10) Good luck

Redriddick

Nowso wrote: »

did u install it this way




Remember:
1) USB flash formated in FAT32
2) Unzip the downloaded file
3) Copy "spark" folder from unzipped file to USB flash
4) Turn off your receiver
5) While pressing OK button turn ON rec on the back
6) After a few seconds "Forc" appears on OSD
7) Press "< or >" arrow to select SPARK
8) Press "down" or "up" arrow to select FACT
9) Press OK and it will start upload

10) Good luck

Sure did
Its OK though as I got another recovery image for gm triplex and am back.just updating to new version of speak now.

Redriddick

ok so after all that its the same.
When I go in to upgrade it says current 1.2.13 Database 1.1.0 Kernel 2.6.32.00
U-Boot 1.1.002-4
Still can update database

Invincible

Can XBMC run on Alien 2+ box?
Any link for version to install?

Mayo Yid

Invincible wrote: »

Can XBMC run on Alien 2+ box?
Any link for version to install?

No

kaymin

Having big problems using my Amiko Alien 2+ box - user manual seems like it's written in a different language...

Firstly, I've been trying to get Spark onto my box - I presume its not there as when I click on Spark from the main menu I get a 'network failure, please relogin...'

Then under system on the main menu, neither the Upgrade nor the PVR/HDD Setting are available for selection - they're coloured grey.

And I can't locate where the latest version of Spark is available for download on http://www.amikostb.com/?q=home I'm sure I'm missing something obvious...

Also, bbc channels come up with BBC 1 (28) or BBC 2 (28) - so while the tv station name appears after scanning the satellite, the picture is not transmitted despite my installer indicating that the satellite is picking up the correct frequency for the station. Very frustrating as the only reason I got a satellite dish was to get the UK stations.

Any help on the above would be appreciated.

Nowso

spark is the operating system that starts up - no need to get into it

the spark portal in the menu is linked to the spark website and will only connect if your connected to the internet

the Pvr/hdd menu only works when you have a usb/extension drive connected to one of the usbs

the latest version of spark can be got in the portal if connected to the internet or http://www.amikostb.com/?q=product&id=153 if you click on Downloads

the channels should work do a blind search

Nowso

you can load my Database from the utilities - ill be updating and extending the database in the next week , ill post it when im finished organising it

PadraigL

Thanks Nowso for the database updates.

I have not being in Spark in about a year, so can I create my own channel database by rescanning? Do i have to do a factory reset first?

Also a good while ago I downloaded a Spark channel list that represented the sky bouquets. Now its out of date. Can I not use this list in conjunction with you list to create a new channel list (if you know what I mean)
I am using Spark Editor at moment to arrange your list into Entertainment, Lifestyle, Sport etc... but its taking such a long time.

Nowso

you can download and then add favourites etc if u wish

i will upload my updated database later tonight when i get a chance

Nowso

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/vdcgbqqnhywxao8/AAAUP3hhyz1smLPNuSr_an2Ma?dl=0

New Database - Updated and extended etc

Rucking_Fetard

Can you install over stuff on the box or do you have to delete first?

Redriddick

Lads,
When I press fav I get the list of channels in each bouquet ie:sports=sports 1 sports 2 and so on.
Can you change it to give a list of bouquets first and then select which one for a list???