Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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Feralkiwi wrote:
bonuss_2 wrote:Hi....

I have got fast support from service@freesat.cn. He said my unit is genuine from freesat then He sent me new firmware for testing.

New firmware is working fine. :D :D :D

Thanks you to freesat service very much. :D :D :D

Bonuss_2
Could you attach that firmware to a post here please for others with this problem.
You will need to attach it in a .zip folder.

Owen
OK
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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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I broke on purpose my v8 finder , to test recovery software sent to bonuss.It works very well. Congrats to GT Media sw. developer team!
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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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I hope that next firmware upgraded is post in download center shall suitable with my unit.

Thanks

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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

Post by geo1972 »

I have the same problem "File doesn't match with this box"
Do i have an Original V8 Finder?

The seriall number of my box is: 04f86a4a-000067ee

Please Help!

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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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geo1972 wrote:I have the same problem "File doesn't match with this box"
Do i have an Original V8 Finder?

The seriall number of my box is: 04f86a4a-000067ee

Please Help!
Try loading the new software that is listed on the download page.
A fix is supposed to be done in this software.

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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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Using last firmware I have a message: File doesn't match with this box

Tested 2 new firmwares, including FREESAT_V8_Finder_20180324.zip

Any news?
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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

Post by frankviana »

This is the official firmware working fine... I did the backup before upgrade last firmware.

All new firmware only accpets using recovery mode (renamed to flash.bin). Don't recognize any firmware using menu tools, except the attachment.

Then, to work my settings antenna again, I need to recovery again the original firmware using recovery mode again (flash.bin).
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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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Working using first (original) firmware

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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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More pictures (original/first firmware) working fine:
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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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Not working (last firmware): FREESAT_V8_Finder_20180207.zip, FREESAT_V8_Finder_20180319.zip, FREESAT_V8_Finder_20180324.zip

The upgrade only using recovery mode (flash.bin). Using menu tools don't apeear the option / not recognize the freesat_v8satellitefinder.bin

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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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I don't understand...

The backup original firmware I have the own serial number. Using recovery tool (flash.bin) with new firmware, I have another serial number and not working satellite instalation...
V8UHD, GTC, SX88+, Zero 4K, Mecool K1/K2/K3, Koqit K1 mini, TBS 5520se, TBS 5925, TBS 6922se, AZBOX Premium+, Rasp Pi 2/3, Orange Pi PC, Satlink 6960, Satlink 6932, V8, V8 Meter, S270 ISDB-T. Motorized dish - 5m (20ºE - 116.8ºW).

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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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M8 , your unit is copy of v8finder.Look closer at the pictures posted on second page of this thread.
Even "FREESAT" logo is different.I tested your backup on genuine unit.It works , but changes the serial number.
Try to do a progressive upgrade.Do not jump from version 7/11/2017 to the latest.

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I did tests with all next firmwares, but don't work too...

Then, the way is only my money back again...

I'll contact Aliexpress about a lot of clones here in Brazil.
V8UHD, GTC, SX88+, Zero 4K, Mecool K1/K2/K3, Koqit K1 mini, TBS 5520se, TBS 5925, TBS 6922se, AZBOX Premium+, Rasp Pi 2/3, Orange Pi PC, Satlink 6960, Satlink 6932, V8, V8 Meter, S270 ISDB-T. Motorized dish - 5m (20ºE - 116.8ºW).

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Post by DEMSO »

Hola buenos dias,me he comprado el freesat v8 super y le he instalado la lista de canales pero no se donde conseguir las cccam.
Me podria ayudar alguien donde conseguirlas, gracias

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Rambo wrote:
bonuss_2 wrote:Freesat is not response and ignore a fault ("File doesn't match with this box") feedback from customer.I will not consider to buy freesat product in furure.
Dear friend:
thanks for your information.
I checked the box information. Sure ! the v8 finder fw don't matched with that unit.
Could you send more information to service@freesat.cn ?
1) who sell this unit to you or send me the shop link?
2) do you or someone repaired this unit?
3) help to take a photo about unit SN to us.
we will try to save it after get your upper information.
I asked my factory engineer to check the unit issue ASAP.
Br,
Rambo
Ho! I have a FREAK now! I read all the threads, I order One V8 Finder on E-bay. I waiting for,but when i get it i will check inside for sure and send you pics... :o
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T95KPRO wrote:
Rambo wrote:
bonuss_2 wrote:Freesat is not response and ignore a fault ("File doesn't match with this box") feedback from customer.I will not consider to buy freesat product in furure.
Dear friend:
thanks for your information.
I checked the box information. Sure ! the v8 finder fw don't matched with that unit.
Could you send more information to service@freesat.cn ?
1) who sell this unit to you or send me the shop link?
2) do you or someone repaired this unit?
3) help to take a photo about unit SN to us.
we will try to save it after get your upper information.
I asked my factory engineer to check the unit issue ASAP.
Br,
Rambo
Ho! I have a FREAK now! I read all the threads, I order One V8 Finder on E-bay. I waiting for,but when i get it i will check inside for sure and send you pics... :o
MIne is DYMCO and it's a clone...see pic inside. I will send all info to service team! :oops:
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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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T95KPRO wrote:
T95KPRO wrote:
Rambo wrote:
bonuss_2 wrote:Freesat is not response and ignore a fault ("File doesn't match with this box") feedback from customer.I will not consider to buy freesat product in furure.
Dear friend:
thanks for your information.
I checked the box information. Sure ! the v8 finder fw don't matched with that unit.
Could you send more information to service@freesat.cn ?
1) who sell this unit to you or send me the shop link?
2) do you or someone repaired this unit?
3) help to take a photo about unit SN to us.
we will try to save it after get your upper information.
I asked my factory engineer to check the unit issue ASAP.
Br,
Rambo
Ho! I have a FREAK now! I read all the threads, I order One V8 Finder on E-bay. I waiting for,but when i get it i will check inside for sure and send you pics... :o
MIne is DYMCO and it's a clone...see pic inside. I will send all info to service team! :oops:
Suite!
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Re: Freesat V8 Finder have a Problem w/t Lasted Firmware

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Owen if is not appropriate PLEASE DELETE MY POST!

If I want to buy and commercialize MarSat V8 Finder just I talk to my sales person at Freesat AKA GT Media and they build it for me. Anything I want. That is called "branded products".
This is done as marketing and you want to advertise something not related with the factory. Also called "generic"

Is like when you go to a supermarket here in the USA like Walmart Kroeger, Ralph, Publix ,WinnDixie etc and buy aspirin, cereal, butter mostly everything with their own brand.
They don't manufacture e, they just ask the main brand to make them ...for them with their own name. And They sell it a little cheaper than the real brand, product is the same just different label. And because they buy large quantities the discount is larger hence bigger profits.

Now IF it comes from the manufacturer it should be all the same, the chasis or logo should change only

But if it is a clone (copy of the original brand) that some else made it. I dont think it would be compatible. Just the minimal difference and the file should not be taken. as it is happening

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Also
My original Finder does not say V8 Finder

It says V71HD

Unless they've changed it. Due mine is one the first prototypes

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Anyone help me to provide old firmware of V-71HD

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grinlight wrote:
Thu Nov 12, 2020 10:32 am
Anyone help me to provide old firmware of V-71HD
viewtopic.php?f=71&t=1746

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is there any solution now ? i have bought the same box in aliexpress and have the same prob. any way to flash the new firmware ?

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Please check that you have a genuine Freesat GT Media V71 finder.

Lavadora Please explain more what your problem is.
Do you want to down grade your software?

Forced upgrades on the older V71 are done by renaming the software .bin file as flash.bin on a USB stick and pressing "Menu" on power on.
Check first if you have a genuine Freesat unit as Freesat software can brick the clones.

Owen
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