HD RECEIVER AB IPBOX 910

ROYALCONDOM · 1 HD RECEIVER AB IPBOX 910 Sun Jun 28, 2009 6:25 am

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HD Receiver Ab ipbox Firmware

“Ab ipbox Firmware”
9000HD_Images
AB_9000HD_r9341_300409_usb_all_noboot.zip
1. Added automatical services moving when PMT PID is changed on channel. 2. Fixed Greek Teletext bug on ERT World Hotbird 13, tp 11642. 3. Fixed the bugs that doen’t display TTXT on the specific page. The 777page of TTXT on Hotbird 8 (13.0E) - 11919.00 V 4. Update trick speed in File play and live banner Original : X2, X3, X4, X5 and (X1/5), (X1/4), (X1/3), (X1/2) Advanced : X2, X4, X8, X16 and (X1/16), (X1/8), (X1/4), (X1/2) 5. ADD Proportional jump function in File play If you press the numerical button in File play, it works as below. - Press “1” : Jump to 10% of the recorded file - Press “2” : Jump to 20% of the recorded file - Press “3” : Jump to 30% of the recorded file - Press “0” : Jump to beginning of the recorded file 6. Updated Russian language. 7. DB upgrade to version 9274. You can upload settings from older versions with PC Editor 1.2.50 and later. Files “…r9341DRE..” supported only DRE Cam´s . If you don´t use Dre Cam module, don´t use this image version !!!
PC Editor
PCEditor_1.2.51.exe NEW!
- New: Create new database R9274 - New: Reboot receiver from toolbar - Fixed: Several problems hiding/resizing channel list columns - Fixed: Sorting the channel by several columns list was not possible - Fixed: Problem searching channel names for database revision 8118 and later - Updated: Polish language file plus a few more minor fixes
Video Tool
kmp player_2.9.3.1428.zip
Flash Tool
FlashTools_v1.0.2.zip

User Manual
9000HDrel2_ENw.pdf
Channel_master
Channel_master_1_15_00.zip
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“AB Ipbox_900HD Firmware“
AB_900HD_r9341DRE_300409_usb_all_noboot.zip
1. Added automatical services moving when PMT PID is changed on channel. 2. Fixed Greek Teletext bug on ERT World Hotbird 13, tp 11642. 3. Fixed the bugs that doen’t display TTXT on the specific page. The 777page of TTXT on Hotbird 8 (13.0E) - 11919.00 V 4. Update trick speed in File play and live banner Original : X2, X3, X4, X5 and (X1/5), (X1/4), (X1/3), (X1/2) Advanced : X2, X4, X8, X16 and (X1/16), (X1/8), (X1/4), (X1/2) 5. ADD Proportional jump function in File play If you press the numerical button in File play, it works as below. - Press “1” : Jump to 10% of the recorded file - Press “2” : Jump to 20% of the recorded file - Press “3” : Jump to 30% of the recorded file - Press “0” : Jump to beginning of the recorded file 6. Updated Russian language. 7. DB upgrade to version 9274. You can upload settings from older versions with PC Editor 1.2.50 and later. Files “…r9341DRE..” supported only DRE Cam´s . If you don´t use Dre Cam module, don´t use this image version .
2. AB_900HD_r9341_120509_usb_all_noboot.zip NEW
Fixed model identification.
PC Editor
PCEditor_1.2.51.exe NEW!
Video Tool
kmp player_2.9.3.1428.zip
Flash Tool
FlashTools_v1.0.2.zip
Channel_master
Channel_master_1_15_00.zip
User Manual
900HD_manual_ENw.pdf
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“Firmware Ab Ipbox 910 HD”
AB_910HD_r9341_300409_usb_all_noboot.zip
1. Added automatical services moving when PMT PID is changed on channel. 2. Fixed Greek Teletext bug on ERT World Hotbird 13, tp 11642. 3. Fixed the bugs that doen’t display TTXT on the specific page. The 777page of TTXT on Hotbird 8 (13.0E) - 11919.00 V 4. Update trick speed in File play and live banner Original : X2, X3, X4, X5 and (X1/5), (X1/4), (X1/3), (X1/2) Advanced : X2, X4, X8, X16 and (X1/16), (X1/8), (X1/4), (X1/2) 5. ADD Proportional jump function in File play If you press the numerical button in File play, it works as below. - Press “1” : Jump to 10% of the recorded file - Press “2” : Jump to 20% of the recorded file - Press “3” : Jump to 30% of the recorded file - Press “0” : Jump to beginning of the recorded file 6. Updated Russian language. 7. DB upgrade to version 9274. You can upload settings from older versions with PC Editor 1.2.50 and later. Files “…r9341DRE..” supported only DRE Cam´s . If you don´t use Dre Cam module, don´t use this image version.
PC Editor
PCEditor_1.2.51.exe NEW!
Video Tool
kmp player_2.9.3.1428.zip
Flash Tool
FlashTools_v1.0.2.zip
Channel_master
Channel_master_1_15_00.zip
User Manual
91HD_manual_ENw.pdf

ROYALCONDOM · 2 Re: HD RECEIVER AB IPBOX 910 Sun Jun 28, 2009 6:26 am

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The progress in “HD receiver” manufacturing is simply amazing! Could we have thought several years ago, when we endlessly struggled with analogue receivers, that a similarily looking box would not just only give us a fantastically coloured and un believe ably clear picture, but also would allow playing music and video files,sending emails,playing games?The border between computers and “HDTV receivers” is disappearing, giving birth to family friendly devices with a huge potential for more advanced users.

And ABCom, famous for it’s powerful Linux-based receivers is certainly helping to make this happen. They are decently doing their home work, constantly upgrading hardware and software. It’s especially pleasant to see that several drawbacks of their previous model are already fixed.Today we had a chance to test AB IPBox 910HD, a close twin to 900HD, that we’ve examined a couple of issues ago (TELE-satellite 08-09/2008).
The newer model kept all advantages of the previous one. Both high and standard definition channel reception,both in DVB-S and DVB-S2, both in MPEG-2 and MPEG-4. You would rather prefer to help your grandma continue watching soap operas on terrestrial tv, when the analogue broadcasts were shut off? 910HD would help you there too. Replacing DVB-S tuner with DVB-T is a matter of minutes. Same is true for a DVB-C cable tuner.
From a distance you would hardly notice any visible difference between 900HD and 910HD. But the little things is something that counts here. Front panel kept the elegance of 900HD, that would make it fit even for exlusive interiors.Besides the 2 CI slots, which are located behind a magnet-held flap,a bright and easy-to-read VFX-display is to be found here, together with 8 buttons, which let you operate almost all basic functions of the receiver.
Rear panel is also as good as before, but something also went further here.If the DVB-S tuner is installed,as in our test model,in the left corner you would find an LNB input with a corresponding Loop Through output.All the computer and network stuff is dealt via USB-port, RS-232 and Ethernet connectors. HDMI,S/PDIF and Y/Pb/Pr outputs are responsible for the crystal clear picture and sound. One Scart and three RCA connectors are there rather for back-wards compatibility, since they would hardly let you appreci-ate all the benefits of HDTV.E-SATA port and a power supply output for an external harddisk are there,although 910HD lets you install a SATA HDD also inside the box! It will be started when the receiver is started, no more hassle with endless cables and connectors. But now you have a choice, if you want your recordings on the go, an external HDD can still be used.
Next to the main power switch there is a ventilator fan that protects the powerful electronics of the receiver from overheating.A really smart add on! However, most delicate users might find it a bit loud. However, it’s no problem going to a computer store and selecting a more quiet one.

Remote control is an exact copy of the one shipped with Broadband a previous model. Actually, this even caused some con-fusion at first here in our test lab since we still used the 900HD. Operating signals are the same, however, the remote of 900HD/910HD can also be programmed for controlling previous IP Boxes, should you have one. It’s also easy to program it to operate your TV set as well, there are hundreds of models to choose from on the last pages of the user’s manual. As for it’s design, we don’t regret the words said in the test report of 900HD, it’s loaded with buttons, but they are so logically organized, that you get used to it very fast. And with a special button for many of receiver’s functions, it’s easy not to get lost.
Initial Setup
It might seem that official firmware from ABCom didn’t change much, at least in the first steps.The same wizard guides you first through the Language Selection screen (OSD can be displayed in English, Russian, French, Italian, Dutch, German, Danish, Czech, Slovakian, Hungarian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Greek, Turkish, Korean, Croatian, Bosnian, Serbian, Bulgarian, Romanian and Finnish, preferred languages can be also selected for audio, subtitles and teletext), then to Local Time Settings screen. Again, a wide range of choices either to set the time manually or to let the receiver get it automatically from the stream; time mode and daylight saving time options are also there.

On the next step you would already need your antenna connected. In case of a satellite tuner,first press the red button to add step by step all satellites you’re planning to watch.Each can be programmed with own freely selectable LOFs on the same screen. All DiSEqC versions are supported (1.0, 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3), which can make AB IPBox 910HD the heart of your multi satellite system.Once all needed satellites are found,press “Exit” to return to the wizard screen.
Press “yellow” button for the next step that takes you right to channel searching. The screen that appears has two tabs,Automatic and Manual. Names pretty much explain their function. The firs tone simply goes for the preprogrammed or found-in-NIT frequencies for channels, while the latter one allows you to enter all the parameters manually.Of course, Modulation and special FECs for the DVB-S2 are not forgotten.
Regular automatic or manual channel searching is not something that Schumacher would enjoy,but still fast enough for our regular viewer. It took us 9 minutes to scan a satellite position with 105 transponders. For the un patient ones who simply can’t wait to have the first picture on the screen there is a “Quick load” function, which simply loads the pre-stored channel list.So if you would rather get a more actual channel list, it pays to be patient.
All further options can be logically found in the main menu, which also leaves a deja vu feeling at first.But we know that the programmers were busy, so there should be something new! Ok, here we can select all the screen parameters, like aspect ratio,“Dish TV system”, Dolby, Scart, HDMI and S/PDIF output formats. Here’s a sub menu where we can connect our 910HD to the local network and/or Internet, check parameters of the harddisks or make a factory reset. Aha! There’s also a DivX video player now, but the entire multimedia part deserves some special words, so stay tuned!

Where were we? Ah, it’s a satellite receiver after all. So before we go crazy experimenting with Linux,Telnet and FTP, let’s grab the remote and have a look at its basic functions,receiving digital channels that is.
Everyday use
Channel list looks identical to the one in 900HD, all the useful goodies are there.Various sorting options, you can have the channels organized alphabetically,FTA/encrypted,by satellite or provider. Pressing yellow button activates the jump function, which is helpful in case you have thousands of channels sorted from your multi satellite system,for example,it goes to the next letter, if you’ve selected the alphabet sorting.However,to organ-ize things even better,don’t forget about the FAV button that lets you quickly access the favorite channels.There are 5 predefined favorite groups Sports, Drama,News,Movie and Music.Pressing the i button allows to create as many new ones as you wish,or delete,rename,move,edit or lock existing ones.
Pressing i in the main channel list gives access to similar editing options,including our 900HD favorite editing the default audio volume for each channel. An elegant solution to an old problem how many times while zapping around the next appearing channel rocked your room with unexpectedly loud sound? Now it’s enough to simply adjust it’s volume in the channel list and voila! Nobody will complain anymore that your TV set is way too loud!
Talking about zapping, 910HD will not make the zap-ping maniacs happy, but 1 second between channels is perfectly well for the regu-lar viewers. It can be faster within the same transponder, or a bit more between DVB-S and DVB-S2, between SDTV and HDTV. But at least you can be sure that almost no channel will get out of your sight! Even such hardcore SCPC broadcasts as Calabria Channel on HELLAS SAT 2, with SR of just 1425! A spe-cial bitrate plug-in would help you check if the picture and sound of the channel is really as good as the broadcaster promised.
PIP is also as good as it used to be. Two channels from the same transponder can be displayed in identically sized windows, the second one can be shown in a smaller window behind the main one, channels then can be toggled between. Since the remote control is identical to 900HD, it’s the same second top row of buttons on it.
Nice and user-friendly two mode EPG is also here in all its glory. One click of EPG button lists upcoming events for the selected channel, press it the second time and you have a real program guide, with all neighbouring channels showing their EPG information, as long as it’s available from the broadcaster. Just one single click of the button with a red circle on the remote,and your favorite show is marked for recording.
This is where the wonderful PVR comes into sight. 910HD doesn’t just let you connect an external HDD to USB or E-SATA port, it already has one inside. Our test model was shipped with a 500 GB HDD, which is quite large to handle not just the PVR recording, but also DivX movies and MP3 music storage. But while we focus on the PVR, it’s worth noticing the “Envelope” button, which lets you access all the records in a couple of clicks, and the wonderful Time shift option. Activate it in Advanced Setup HDD setup menu, and you can feel the power of magic pause the live broadcast in any moment, take care of any urgent problems that all of a sudden disturb you from your favorite movie, and then resume exactly from the same place you left it! It’s also easy to rewind the broadcast to a special moment that you want to see again. And you don’t need to be a rocket scientist to get used to all this, everything is a matter of 1-2 clicks!
Multimedia options
Since the firmware of 900HD/910HD is being constantly developed, both boxes now offer possibility to play both audio and video files,as well as display photos, stored either on an external HDD or USB memory stick, or on the internal HDD in 910HD, where such file scan be uploaded over FTP (take the receiver’s IP from Advanced Setup IP setup menu, use root as a UserID, and ipbox as password) to media directory.
Multimedia sub menu also has some PVR functions included, these are Recorded files for the stored PVR recordings,and Recording Schedule for the old fashioned recording timer programming. Remaining three options are solely for the above mentioned outside files.Photos can be viewed either individually,by double-clicking their names with OK button,or as a slide show, which can be programmed by press-ing the yellow button. MP3 player greets the user with a bit more advanced screen, showing the regular music player operating buttons, as well as the currently played track time and its bitrate.
And while no bad words can be said about these two, Video/DivX player still needs some work to be done. In a test movie, which played perfectly on our PC, 910HD didn’t have the audio and video synchronized. Video was 1-2 sec-onds behind.Nevertheless, it works, and the synchronization issue will be adressed in upcoming updates.
Broadband Updating
the firmware For such powerful and truly universal receiver it’s important to keep the internal software up-to-date, because it’s enormous potential is still not fully uncovered. ABCom attempted to simplify it, by adding the possibility to download and install the firmware right from the box, without any external devices needed. But, unfortunately, something went seriously wrong. The 910HD we got had a firmware version 8340, while according the manufacturers website, the most actual one is 8360. The most obvious way was to go to Advanced Setup Network Update menu. And what have we here? Two totally outdated firmware releases! This issue definitely needs to be taken care of by the manufacturer. We had to select another way to update the receiver’s firmware by using the USB memory stick.

From the hardware point of view AB IPBox 910HD hardly leaves anything to be desired. All needed connectors, possibility to switch tuners as plug-and-play, ability to receive DVB-S and DVB-S2, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4, HDTV and SDTV. You can even copy all your favorite films,music files and photos to its harddisk. Play games or check the weather forecast. Easily install hundreds of available software addons. Or turn the receiver into something totally new by installing one of the alternative firmwares.ABCom keeps doing its homework, and while the majority of basic things are perfectly working in 910HD, it’s a good, future-proof choice !
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HD RECEIVER AB IPBOX 910

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