Contents • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • History and description [ ] The Linux-based production software originally used by Dreambox was originally developed for, by the Tuxbox project. The Dbox2 was a proprietary design distributed by for their services. The of KirchMedia flooded the market with unsold boxes available for Linux enthusiasts. The Dreambox shares the basic design of the DBox2, including the Ethernet port and the PowerPC processor. Its is officially user-upgradable, since it is a Linux-based computer, as opposed to third-party 'patching' of alternate receivers. All units support Dream's own (CA) system, with software-emulated (CAMs) available for many alternate CA systems.

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The built-in interface allows networked computers to access the recordings on the internal hard disks on some Dreambox models. It also enables the receiver to store digital copies of DVB on or broadcast the streams as to and clients. Unlike many PC based systems that use type of DVB receiver cards, the built-in conditional access allows receiving and storing encrypted content. In 2007, Dream Multimedia also introduced a non-Linux based Dreambox receiver, the DM100, their sole to date, still featuring an Ethernet port. It has a USB-B port for service instead of the RS232 or mini-USB connectors found on other models. Unlike all other Dreamboxes, it features an CPU instead of PowerPC or MIPS.

Dreambox models [ ] There are a number of different models of Dreambox available. DM 7000-S The DM 7000 is based around the IBM STB04500 controller, featuring a PowerPC processor subsystem and hardware MPEG decoding, has 64 of, 8 MiB of memory (directly executable), a slot, a dual reader, a card reader, a 1.1 port, and an (also known as ) interface for attaching an internal 3.5 in to convert the unit into a.

Accepts only 230 V AC power. Because the boot loader resides in flash memory, this model may require the use of a in case of bad flashing which destroyed the boot loader. However, a bad flash will occur under rare scenarios, and rarely, almost never, will you need a JTAG. DM 5600, DM 5620 [ ]. DM 500 The DM500 is the successor to the DM5620 and is the smallest and cheapest Dreambox. It is based around an IBM Digital Set-Top Box Integrated Controller, featuring notably a 252 MHz processor subsystem, hardware video and audio decoding and smart card interfaces. The DM500 features 32 MB of RAM and 8 MB of NOR flash memory, of which 5 MB are used for read-only firmware ( and filesystems), 256 kB by the boot loader and the rest by a writable filesystem.

It has the standard features of a free-to-air (FTA) satellite receiver, plus extensive networking connectivity and a single smart card reader. It does not feature a 7-segment LED display, normally found in other FTA decoders. Also has the ability to be used on Digital satellite, cable and terrestrial broadcasts (also known as DVB-S, DVB-C, DVB-T). The DM500+ model has 96 MB of RAM instead of 32, and 32 MB of NAND flash instead of 8 MB of NOR flash.

This makes it similar to the DM600 PVR model. It is only available in DVB-S versions. The new DM500HD was announced in on May 26, 2009. The price will be between € 350 and € 400. DM 7020 [ ] The DM 7020 is essentially an updated DM 7000 with 96 MiB of RAM, 32 MiB of (disk-like) and an RF modulator. Changes were also made on the software side, utilizing Open Embedded for the base Linux operating system.

Because the flash memory of this model is not directly executable, the primary boot loader resides in ROM and can recover corrupted secondary boot loader in flash by loading from the serial port. There are some 2 (beta) images already available for this model. DM 7025, DM 7025+ [ ] The DM 7025 is similar to the DM7020 but with the ability to add a second 'snap-in' that makes it possible to watch one program while recording another. It is possible to change the tuner module, selecting between any two of Satellite, Terrestrial or Cable versions.

Internally, it features a 226 from, integrating a 300 MHz CPU core instead of the traditional PowerPC found in other models, and has 128 MiB of RAM. It uses 2, this is a complete rewrite of the original Enigma GUI, and is still going through growing pains as features that were present in Enigma are added to Enigma2. Enigma2 is -based instead of C code. The DM 7025 has the ability to decode MPEG-2 HD as well. Unfortunately, it must downconvert this to 480i or 576i to display it.

The DM 7025+ model features an (OLED) display instead of an LCD one, an eject button on the Common Interface slot and improved power supply. DM 600 PVR [ ] The DM 600 PVR is the same small size as the DM 500 but includes an IDE interface allowing to add an internal 2. Carnival Of Venus Pdf Creator. 5 in laptop-type hard disk drive, the box will only recognise 5600rpm drives. On the outside it adds an output connector and an analog modem port. It is built around the same IBM STBx25xx integrated controller, but features 32 MiB of flash and 96 MiB of RAM, of which 64 MiB are user-accessible. It is possible to change the tuner module, selecting between Satellite, Terrestrial and Cable versions.

There is still just one SCART connector and no 7-segment LED display, just 2 status LEDs. The provided remote control unit is the same one supplied with the 7000, 7020 and 7025 and allows one to control the TV set as well. DM 800HD PVR / DM 800 HD se [ ] This is essentially a version of the DM 600, featuring a single pluggable tuner (/, or ), a 300 MHz processor, 64 MiB of, 256 MiB of RAM and room for an internal 2.5 in. It also features one, two 2.0, one and one 10/100 Mbit/s interfaces. It has an display.

DM 800HD se was introduced in late 2010. The main differences of the DM800HD se compared to the DM 800HD are a 400 MHz processor, a HDMI connector and a color display. Another difference is the improved system chip in DM800se providing native DIVX support among other improvements. DM 8000 HD PVR [ ].

DM 8000 HD PVR This is the PVR. Like the DM-7025, it supports pluggable tuner modules. In addition to High Definition, it has an upgrade for a DVD drive (slot in). And it has USB 2.0. Physically on the box it has one DVI-port, but with the supplied you get HDMI video.

Originally announced to become available in the beginning of 2007, its release date was pushed back. The product then began shipping on. The planned features were revised as well. Originally, this model was supposed to have 128 MiB of RAM (now 256), 32 MiB of flash (now 256 MiB) and a 300 MHz processor (now 400 MHz Broadcom 7400). Other Linux-based HD receivers became available in the meantime. [ ] In June 2012, Dream Multimedia announced the discontinuation of the DM 8000 HD PVR because several electronic components are no longer available. It was also announced, that no direct successor will be developed since Dream Multimedia is already working at 'Project Goliath'.

'Project Goliath' [ ] 'Project Goliath', announced in June 2012, is supposed to be a possible successor of several Dreambox models. According to Dream Multimedia, it is a 'totally new hardware and software product, combining all the features of the successful Dreambox series, and indeed will go beyond that'. Alternative firmware and plug-ins [ ] The factory-installed distribution on the Dreambox is mostly available under the (GPL) and uses standard Linux 's, including Linux DVB API and Linux Infrared Remote Control (). Several models (7025, 800 and 8000) use as a multimedia framework. This configuration encourages enthusiasts to modify its functions, particularly in the form of so-called images. Plug-ins [ ] There are also many third party addons and available that will extend the functionality of the Dreambox too.

Some plugins are model specific, while others run all boxes. Plugins such as Jukebox and playback, also external guides, a are available, and a interface for on demand. Games are also abundant like and. In addition, unofficial third-party conditional access software modules (CAMs or emulators) are widely circulated on the that the CA systems developed by (), Irdeto,,, and other proprietary vendors. Some Dreambox owners use these softcams in conjunction with software to access pay TV services without a subscription card inserted in every connected box.

This practice may be illegal in some jurisdictions and third-party software for this purpose is neither officially endorsed nor supported by Dream Multimedia and voids the official warranty. Clones [ ] Clones of the DM500-S are wide spread.

As a result, Dream Multimedia introduced the DM500+, with changes to try to prevent further counterfeiting. Clones also exist of DM500, DM800, DM800se and DM800se V2 built around the same commodity IBM SoC chip and hence having identical or slightly superior features they are also sold without the Dreambox brand name (e.g. Lord Ayyappa Malayalam Ringtones Free Download. , the Envision 500S, with 48 megabytes of RAM instead of 32, also available in a 500C cable version, the Eagle box or the Linbox 5558, or Sunray DM800se).

They have a retail price approaching that of non-Linux receivers, generally a fraction of the Dreambox 500 price. Since they contain a copy of the copyrighted original DM500 bootloader program, the legality of these devices is questionable. In April 2008, Dream Multimedia allegedly introduced a time bomb into their latest flash to disable the boot loader on counterfeit models. An unofficial firmware group called Gemini who used the latest flash drivers in their firmware, found that flash corruption would be caused on clone DM500-S receivers. Other developers of unofficial firmware groups would find boxes to be affected by this if they use the latest drivers, providing another time bomb is to be introduced.

See also [ ] • • • • - the original placeshifting device, developed by Ken Schaffer • • • • - another connected device based on the IBM STB02500 chip • • • • • References [ ]. • April 5, 2008, at the. • • • • • • 7025 do support HDTV from DVB-S tuner (MPEG2 HD only) streamed to a PC; (MPEG4 H.264 doesn't work) • In order to use model DM 7000 within North America, a stepup is needed to run the Dreambox on 230 V. This is the only model Dreambox that requires this when used in North America. Archived from on 2012-11-03. Retrieved 2012-10-05.

DM8000 technical data • DM8000 Production is shut down • Goliath – more than just digital TV •. Archived from on 2008-03-12. Retrieved 2008-03-03. External links [ ] Wikimedia Commons has media related to.

Fingers crossed that there is someone out there who can help me. Being fairly new to the world of DreamBox and not being that clever when it comes to computers etc.

I hope there is someone who can help. 1/ I purchased a DM800HD PVR and it was working perfectly. 2/ Like a di*khead I thought I would upgrade the operating system from gemini 2 to the latest which was on offer at along with the Dreamup software. 3/Having acquired the correct crossover modem cable I set to work to upgrade the system. Wait for it-----because here it comes! Now my little black box of tricks comes up with the infamous wwwdm7000.com error1 CA on the display.

Now it won't do all and I can't reload or install anything. I am at the point where I am about to throw it out the window. PLEASE, is there ANY clever person that can give me detailed instructions and links to where and how I can salvage this situation?

And if anyone is reading this and thinking of having a go – if it isn't broke leave it alone! Many thanks in advance. Click to expand.Hi 1080 jawbreaker. That is the $60,000 question. I consider myself a fairly honest sort of person and I live with the same integrity as I try to treat others – saying that, the person whom I purchased the DreamBox from assured me it was 100% the genuine article. Because of his assurance, and I had no reason to doubt him, was why I was attempting to update the software from the genuine DreamBox site.

I have since contacted the person/company from where I purchased the box and surprise, surprise, the company is no more and the person has immigrated back to Malaysia. So as embarrassed as I am at not only being ripped off and my DM800HD PVR appears to be a “clone” my family are now without TV. Many Regards. Click to expand.Hi Oily.

Thanks for replying. It’s all been rather a saga getting the required equipment for this little project.

I have installed an RS232 card in my computer and have the Null Modem Cable. I used DreamUP to try to install the update from the DreamBox web site so I guess it all works. I have since tried DreamUP again in case I was doing something wrong but once it has “loaded” to the DreamBox the display changes on the DreamBox as mentioned in the previous post and then DreamUP just “hangs” not giving me any other options including “flash”. I therefore don’t think the DreamUP software which I downloaded from will work?

I will PM you as mentioned. Many thanks for your help. Well thanks to all that replied and gave assistance to my cry for help. I have finally resolved/repaired my DM800HD PVR.

Without a forum like this for people like me, people like me would be absolutely stuffed! Below is what I did to resolve the situation. I hope listing it below might help some poor individual in the future who ends up in the same predicament as I did. 1/ As the box was non responsive using the official DreamUP application I was kindly forwarded a copy of “ DreamUP_patched_by_forhike_and_natas” which allowed me to get to a point where the flash button was available to me so I could flash (install) the box with a new operating system. I must add that I used a NULL MODEM CABEL to accomplish this. For all that did not know, THIS IS NOT A RS232 CABLE.

I know this now as I bought one, got it home, it didn't work, so I check the net, realised my dumb mistake, returned to the shop and purchased the correct cable after paying the hefty difference in price. I also installed a serial card into my computer so I could plug the thing into. I guess I could have used a USB adaptor but hindsight is so great! 2/ Having installed the DreamBox with the patched DreamUP I then initially tried to flash the box with the official version of the latest update for the DM800HD PVR from the DreamBox web site. This did not work and was an hour of my life I won't be getting back. I then reinstalled the patched DreamUP and this time flashed (installed) my DM800HD PVR with “ NabiloBlackHole_DM800_012_8a8f8.nfi”.

This worked first time flawlessly. This also took about an hour to load but apparently I could also have used my network to flash the box and would have taken minutes but it was all a bit daunting as to how this was done so I stuck with the Null Modem cable as it kept it simple. I then reconnected all the cabling to the TV and FTP'd my channel list using Dream Edit back to the box. Which I had fortunately saved prior to the commencement of all these games, and hey presto – job done. I must add that I really like the interface and usability of the BlackHole software.

Given the choice, I would have preferred this interface from a usability standpoint from the beginning but that's just my two cents worth. All in all is been a rather educational experience. I would have like to have added the files which I used to this posting for all to have and use but my understanding is that it would be against the rules of this forum for whom without I would not have received the help I needed and revived my viewing pleasure. I have listed the files that I used so I think a bit of clever detective work and using Mr.

Google you should find them fairly easily on the net. So there ends the tail of my “clone” DreamBox and efforts to revive it. Good luck if you have done the same to your DreamBox and thanks again to those that took the time to respond to my posting. Click to expand.Thanks for the nudge Logiciel. Below are links that will get you the software that I used to repair my DM800HD PVR. They both worked like a charm first time for me and I have just tested both links prior to posting them on this forum.

The patched DreamUP software DreamUP_patched_by_forhike_and_natas that works on your DreamBox when you get that error message on your DreamBox display can be downloaded at: The operating system file NabiloBlackHole_DM800_012_8a8f8.nfi can be downloaded at: Once again many thanks and I hope this helps someone. Click to expand.Hi Oily. Thanks for all your help with the “you know what”!

If you could suggest or point me in the right direction regarding applications better than the BlackHole I am always open to suggestions. I only used the BlackHole because it was readily available and easily found on the net. Saying that, it's working great now.

I did notice that the BlackHole application, which I have installed, is dated 2008 so I presumed there is something more up to date/better available? By using a more up to date/newer application is there much more advantage to it compared to the BlackHole application? I need to make sure it's worth the effort now that it's working.

Unfortunately I might need to wait for the dust to settle before I embark on another update just so I don't the wife off any more by up the DreamBox again.