Spider to Dreambox?

[happy camper]

Hi I have had Spider9000hd for 17 months in which time i have learned to load various software and updates with no problems.From reading many posts on here it looks like Linux is the box to have?.How difficult are Dreamboxs to load and use instead of spider?,any help much apreciated
Thanks

[noypi]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

Hi I have had Spider9000hd for 17 months in which time i have learned to load various software and updates with no problems.From reading many posts on here it looks like Linux is the box to have?.How difficult are Dreamboxs to load and use instead of spider?,any help much apreciated
Thanks

linux boxes are the way forward. don't be frustrated on how difficult it is to configure as you are in the right place. there is plenty of help here. i was prepared to buy a 2nd hand spiderbox (hd7000) but since i already learned how to use a linux box practicing with a dm500, i'd go for a cheap hd box. the skybox s12 or openbox s11 maybe. but that's because that's all the budget i have for a 2nd box. maybe in the future i'd buy a more expensive one. who knows.

[euroslob]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

For what reasons do you want to switch to Linux happy camper?

[happy camper]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

Hi euro I am happy enough with the spiderbox, but reading posts on here I feel I missing something.It seems like they are more versatile and programmable?..Thanks...

[noypi]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

they are indeed more programmable. as someone posted before, they can act like computers nowadays. more features too.


i remember sometime ago on ebay, there were people selling a used vuo because it was too complicated for them.

[sataday]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

I've never had a linux box, but from what I've read they are more or less a computer with a linux operation system rather than windows.
So if you have never used that system before I would think it will be a steep learning curve.
But, with all the helpful people on here, not impossible.

[happy camper]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

Hi again now in dilemma after just about mastering the spiderbox,if Linux is like computing I am just about holding my own.Might just get cheap Dreambox to practice with...

[toby69]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

nothing wrong with trying one happy camper, i thought about getting one before spider but as did not know which way encryptions were going settled for a cheap box, but its fine at the mo, i have.
good reasons to stick.
1/ spider gets pictures on tv
2/ had mine 10 months, must get some use out of it.
3/ dosh short supply at mo

[digicon]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

Hi again now in dilemma after just about mastering the spiderbox,if Linux is like computing I am just about holding my own.Might just get cheap Dreambox to practice with...

Dont worry mate you will be absolutely fine with Linux yes you are correct its more like operating another computer but with a different operating system that is true.

On the other hand probably the most used programs are an FTP, Telnet, and Dreamboxedit or you could try the all in one approach Dream Control centre.


Trust me you will be absolutely fine most of the programs i listed have a frontend program so you really cant go wrong, The only major difference is you do most stuff with FTP through your network USB is hardly used.

If you get a Clone DM800 get an SE this type of linux box still requires flashing through the network cable but the more popular VU+ and Xtrend linux machines are still flashed via USB but all other functions you do through the network.


You have to think of the advantages first off you can share with a linux machine if you want too. They are by far the most supported receiver available today, Channel Lists for Just sly or Multisat every 1-2 weeks fully updated for you and everything in order, Full EPG for Sly and every other sat provider you can think of. You can customise everything on the box you have choices of images the list really does go on and on.


have a look in the dreambox section on here at the images and screenshots and also what plugins you might like there is literally thousands.

Good Luck with your choice.

[happy camper]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

Thanks Digicon and all other members for your advice, it gives me more confidence to take the next step into Linux knowing there is plenty of help on here to call on when i get stuck.Will hang on to spider as first reserve, will let you know how things are going Cheers...

[sucan]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

1 year ago before buying my dreambox I have same conserns about using linux based box. But now I definitely can say that there is nothing to worry about. Afther a month
of use I am sure that you will say "why didn't I bought it before" So there is nothing to hesitate.

[nml52]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

Buy one. I bought one the first Dreamboxes that came out hardly any software initialy but it improved rapidly. I like them so much because new plug ins etc are constantly being developed by enthusiasts and I think as I did you will learn very quickly. I would realy like the top of the range but cant afford it right now but I am thinking about a clone.

[happy camper]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

Thanks for all your support,really looking forward to tackling a Linux now will let you all know how things go and no doubt be posting for help and tips .
Cheers...

[nml52]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

Good to hear that mate I have had a Spiderbox for 18mts and though it was easy, their was nothing to do so it made me very lazy so I have dug some of my old boxes out and at the moment playing with an old Dreambox 500s and its all coming back.

[euroslob]

Re: Spider to Dreambox?

Take a peek at the Protek Mk1 Happy, it too is based on the unix 500 and has many advanced features!