Viark Forever boxes

[manic01]

Have you disabled auto switch off?
APD, I think it is called.

 

[darkm]

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Yeah M8 had that off. The box itself could work 15 / 20 minutes and then just goes off for no reason. Only way to turn it on is to switch box off and on.

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[darkm]

Have you tried another power supply ?

Nope haven't tried another power supply, I will look into that. Never crossed my mind as the box was on.

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[darkm]

How long before it powers down?

Could be 10 minutes, could be longer. It's quite random. Was doing a scan of 19e after factory reset and it turned off.


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[Jester1]

When it goes off try measuring the voltage on one of the USB sockets.

 

[manic01]

Have you tried another power supply ?

Good advice, I read somewhere it has solved similar issues reported elsewhere, cant remember where now prob spanish forum.

 

[Ferret]

Always the last thing people consider, a PSU can power up and then go weak as it gains temperature and fail.

Its an option to try it may not be the problem here but it should never be overlooked imo.

 

[Jester1]

I think it's power related but not the psu. I've had a 4k with similar issues and I traced the problem to a power regulator chip on the maiboard. Amongst other functions this chip reduces 12v down to 5.2v then elsewhere the 5.2v gets reduced down to 3.3v. The voltage at the usb's was wildly fluctuating and the 4k would try to boot when above 3 3v. BTW I was unable to find a replacement chip so if possible send the 4k back.

 

[darkm]

I think it's power related but not the psu. I've had a 4k with similar issues and I traced the problem to a power regulator chip on the maiboard. Amongst other functions this chip reduces 12v down to 5.2v then elsewhere the 5.2v gets reduced down to 3.3v. The voltage at the usb's was wildly fluctuating and the 4k would try to boot when above 3 3v. BTW I was unable to find a replacement chip so if possible send the 4k back.

I've had the box for a few months, bought from German seller. Did try another PSU but also switched off. The timing switching off can fluctuate. The box itself in the led lights appears on and channel number is listed. But pressing the buttons on the box does nothing. Like it's frozen.

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[manic01]

I've had the box for a few months, bought from German seller. Did try another PSU but also switched off. The timing switching off can fluctuate. The box itself in the led lights appears on and channel number is listed. But pressing the buttons on the box does nothing. Like it's frozen.

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When did you try the other PSU and what was it?

 

[darkm]

When did you try the other PSU and what was it?

That's the other thing need a proper supply, think I just found something that fitted from an old router. It may not have the correct amps.

Can you recommend a power supply that should be used for the box.

I do have a big bag of wires that she's been nagging me to get rid of. If I don't having something suitable , I'll buy a power supply just to rule it out

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[Ferret]

That's the other thing need a proper supply, think I just found something that fitted from an old router. It may not have the correct amps.

Can you recommend a power supply that should be used for the box.

I do have a big bag of wires that she's been nagging me to get rid of. If I don't having something suitable , I'll buy a power supply just to rule it out

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The old 3amp Dreambox PSU's work fine if you have one kicking around.

Dont worry if the amps exceed the original psu thats fine it will only take what it need and it help with motor movement

 

[darkm]

The old 3amp Dreambox PSU's work fine if you have one kicking around.

Dont worry if the amps exceed the original psu thats fine it will only take what it need and it help with motor movement

I was an ITgate boy, I'll see what I have lying about. Thanks again for everyone's suggestions really helpful.

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[slayer7]

Anyone know why viark droid boxes latest firmware is so dark? there is no brightness settings?? cheers

 

[nivanescu]

Anyone know why viark droid boxes latest firmware is so dark? there is no brightness settings?? cheers

Yes, image quality is unexpectedly bad..

 

[dog-man]

Inage quality on 1.34 was excellent for me. I have gone back to 1.32 to get auto biss working again.

 

[manic01]

Anyone know why viark droid boxes latest firmware is so dark? there is no brightness settings?? cheers

Yes, image quality is unexpectedly bad..

Inage quality on 1.34 was excellent for me. I have gone back to 1.32 to get auto biss working again.

That's strange, 2 say poor image on 1.34 and one says excellent image on 1.34 SW.

 

[manic01]

I was an ITgate boy, I'll see what I have lying about. Thanks again for everyone's suggestions really helpful.

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Any luck yet?

 

[darkm]

Any luck yet?

No mate. Haven't got a replacement charged. Just ordered one. What's worse is it's completely random. Switched on the TV at 5, took kids to football at 6 and expected the box to have gone off but to my surprise it was still on.

Whereas the other day turning off after 5-10 minutes.

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[dog-man]

Dodgy solder joint?