Locate the 2.2 Coolsat loader & recent Flash, Those can be found in the files section of the forum. If you’re going to use a channel list, it’s recommended that you find one that closely matches your setup, is from your area, and it is saved in .ndf format.
Download all required files and unzip before attempting to flash to your Receiver. There are different ways you can flash your receiver. You don’t need any connections to the Receiver other than a RS232 serial cable for Flashing! You may flash the unit with or without the other cables connected! It’s your personal preference! Just make sure that you power down before connecting\disconnecting any cable. This practice could limit the possibility of causing damage to the Switch, LNB, or receiver!
Some instructions recommend you Flash the unit and turn ON back switch only! This is mainly recommended to prevent premature disaster. This is a good method to use when flashing your unit, with the unit being disconnected from the LNB cable.
IF you leave your unit connected to the TV and LNB cable when flashing, it’s preferred to turn ON the back switch and front power button. This gives you access to the menu, so you can do the factory set and continue to load the channel list without having to connect the unit between flashes! You must let the receiver fully boot up before flashing.
If you suspect anything wrong with your LNB’s, Switch, or LNB cable then disconnect the LNB cable. Voltage feedback from a short could fry your receiver.
Coolsat 5000 Platinum requires a RS232-Straight through serial Cable!
Coolsat 4000 Pro requires a RS232-Straight through Serial Cable!
Coolsat 4000 Plus requires a RS232-Null Modem Cable!
USB to Serial Adapter will work; make sure you configure your settings in your computer and loader! You may also use a Gender Changer to convert your cable as needed! All Cables must be Female to Female!
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Download all required files and unzip before attempting to flash to your Receiver. There are different ways you can flash your receiver. You don’t need any connections to the Receiver other than a RS232 serial cable for Flashing! You may flash the unit with or without the other cables connected! It’s your personal preference! Just make sure that you power down before connecting\disconnecting any cable. This practice could limit the possibility of causing damage to the Switch, LNB, or receiver!
Some instructions recommend you Flash the unit and turn ON back switch only! This is mainly recommended to prevent premature disaster. This is a good method to use when flashing your unit, with the unit being disconnected from the LNB cable.
IF you leave your unit connected to the TV and LNB cable when flashing, it’s preferred to turn ON the back switch and front power button. This gives you access to the menu, so you can do the factory set and continue to load the channel list without having to connect the unit between flashes! You must let the receiver fully boot up before flashing.
If you suspect anything wrong with your LNB’s, Switch, or LNB cable then disconnect the LNB cable. Voltage feedback from a short could fry your receiver.
Coolsat 5000 Platinum requires a RS232-Straight through serial Cable!
Coolsat 4000 Pro requires a RS232-Straight through Serial Cable!
Coolsat 4000 Plus requires a RS232-Null Modem Cable!
USB to Serial Adapter will work; make sure you configure your settings in your computer and loader! You may also use a Gender Changer to convert your cable as needed! All Cables must be Female to Female!
Read more...!