I did the setup on Extreme 2000 as I was instructed
I have an open window it says connected ....Client READY!---waiting for requests!!!!
No rolling numbers and of course no picture....HELP!!!!!
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I did the setup on Extreme 2000 as I was instructed
I have an open window it says connected ....Client READY!---waiting for requests!!!!
No rolling numbers and of course no picture....HELP!!!!!
You need to use the KICKSTART file that's bundled in the xx-client to get the ball rolling if it was never used with the WF.
Cheers :)
Shark1959
Where do I find this KICKSTART in sss files?
I've just checked the whole page but can't see any kickstart file...I am sure that it is some where there ..do I have to put some figures..if so what??
Tnx
Hi Cowboy:Quote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
First I should clarify if you are using the XX-Client for Windows in the link below or a earlier version of it. I'm guessing maybe your not, as when you open the file after unzipping it, its right there, you can't miss it. I'm using this client with my VS 9000 and its working fabulously. I'm going to try it with my VS Ultra and my CNX's as well when I get a chance. This latest version is very simple to setup and configure. If you need any help your more than welcome to PM me.
http://www.satfix.net/showthread.php...ight=xx+client
Cheers :)
Shark1959
did you use you P$ info?..or?Quote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
I used the P$ info.
after the 4 I hit the right arrow cursor came down...and exit and save....Now I have a screen saying client ready waiting for requests...nothing is happening! Now I have to find KICKSTART file...and I have no idea where it would be....Shark said it was bundeled in xx-client ...Guys I appreciate all the HELP...you all are great. Thanks.
Are you using the XX Client Iisted in my last post to you? If you are then you can NOT MISS the KiCK START amongst all the others that are listed within the folder after unzipping itQuote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
Cheers ;)
Shark1959
Tnx. Sharky...I got it...
Here is what I see.....XX-Client Release v2.4.162 Buiold: 982 by GooFather
[-CLI-] Waiting for requests.
Too many requests are showing up...but no rolling numbers or Pictrure...:no:
Ok so you are using the correct client and it sounds as though you found the Kickstart. Next I would have to ask if you configured both the server and the XX-Client correctly because, something obviously is not right. Of the seven items in the folder for the client, with Caid being the first one, you need to make adjustments to Servers the 5th and the XX-Clint being the last one.Quote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
One thing to note and very important when inputting the info for the server, is that you remove the number sign # at the beginning of the line, otherwise it won't work.
Cheers
Shark1959
I just wanted to ask that you are using a NULL MODEM serial cable to connect your VS to the PC?Quote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
Cheers :)
Shark1959
NULL MODEM.....
So besides the buttom line of the form...which contains the line where you put the P$ info...I have to fill out some other lines???
Is that what you tell me?? If so..My Dear Fellow, this Old Man willl be very confused....:noidea: But I do not give up easly, so I am going to try....Thanks for the great HELP...Sharky.........DISHUSER must be rolling his eyes...:innocent:
serial_port=COM1
serial_speed=19200
server_timeout=10
server_retries=1
receiver_protocol=1
ignore_caid=0
background_execution=0
:noidea:Null Modem cables look like straight serial cables and the only way you can tell the difference by looking is most Null Modem cables are marked with "NM" or "Null Modem". If your cable is not marked, the only way you can tell them apart is with a multi-meter or continuity tester. With a straight thru serial cable, pin 2 should lead to pin 2 and pin 3 should lead to pin 3.Quote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
A null modem cable pin 2 should lead to pin 3 and pin 3 should lead to pin 2.
Here's a video you can watch that helps explain it.Just cut and paste the link above into your browser and give it a watch.Code:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kznw12Xd_Yk
In addition to the file that has your P$ info which is labeled (Servers.ini) and remember again to remove the # sign in front of your info, you also need to make sure the info supplied by ANGEL is correct in the XX-Client.ini file, this being the last file in the XX=Client folder.Quote:
So besides the bottom line of the form...which contains the line where you put the P$ info...I have to fill out some other lines??? Is that what you tell me?? If so..My Dear Fellow, this Old Man will be very confused....:no idea: But I do not give up easily, so I am going to try....Thanks for the great HELP...Sharky.........DISHUSER must be rolling his eyes...:innocent:
As you can see in the XX-Client.ini file there are many lines of text that have a number # sign in front of the text. Below that is the command for that step you want the computer to perform without the number # sign.
The number # sign is placed in front of lines of text as a comment, so there will be NO action taken by the computer. You will note that there are lines in the XX-Client.ini file without a number sign, you need to make sure, as Angel pointed out that this info is reading correctly, if not make the changes to these lines as was noted. Once it is, SAVE this info by selecting FILE and then SAVE.
Hope this makes sense, trying to make it as simple as I can.
P.S. I'm used to dealing with the old folks, as my dad is 85 and I have him up and running, though I must say I did the set up for him. I do get him to make changes when needed and honestly there can be some trying moments at times. Good thing I have very good patience. LOL.
Cheers :)
Shark1959
First Thank you both..
Yes Angel I have the same thing...as you posted...
Sharky...number signs are removed....
Here is what I see NOW...
"start with xx-client"
____________________________
Connectivity to server
successfully connected to server
loggin successful [caID:1816]
waiting for requests.......
"waiting for which request...this is the part that I can not understand. If logging is successful, why don't I see the numbers?"
If I want to start with kickstart it says unable to connect COM1...
PS: It says NM on the cable head...
Have you already setup your sats and scanned channels in?
Yes Sir..
every thing is ready to go...I have all the channels...Channel guide is perfect showing every channel
I have the CNN 200, signal 85 Quality 87....on the buttom it says No Video or Audio....only time screen comes alive when I switch to Channel 101...then I have video and audio..
what kind of cable are u using
In his P.S. he says the cable has NM stamped on it which is the Null Modem so he has the correct cable. Not sure why he's not getting a connection to COM 1 though.Quote:
Originally Posted by PremiereElite
Cheers :)
Shark1959
I know but there are different types of null cable
The cable is NM cable..I have used this cable in old days for viewsat files...
not being able to connect to COM1 must be the main problem...but my computer uses the same COM1 port for other receivers to load other files...for every thing else...May be I should reload all the files in to Viewsat again....!!!
Try this it might help: You can force the COM1 by opening your Control Panel / Device Manager/ Ports / Properties / Port Settings / Advanced and selecting COM1 from the roll down menu found at the bottom - Save and close.Quote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
Cheers :)
Shark1959
Should only need the one file here:Quote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
http://www.satfix.net/showthread.php...71031x-pgm-rar
Tnx. Sharky
I forced the COM1 but when I kickstart now it says successfully connected
Waiting for requests...another word COM1 is working but for some unknown rerason kickstart is waiting for requests....
Same with the xx-client
Did you reload the file to the VS that I posted?Quote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
Cheers
Shark1959
I am doing it right now....tnx
I guess I have to give up....it still says waiting for requests...
On the TV screen on the buttom it says autoroll Proccesing...before it said no video or audio,,,
turn it off ..no need to use thatQuote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
make sure you p$ is up ..some r down nowQuote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
Turn off the auto roll as mentioned by AngelQuote:
Originally Posted by SpaceCowboy
How did you load the file to the receier, by USB or your NULL cable?
If you used the USB method, it could possibly be that your Null cable is faulty.
Did you verify the file loaded under INFO on the receiver?
I grabbed an old VS Ultra off the shelf to test it and it worked fine with this same XX-client
You must be very close now.
Cheers :)
Shark1959
Hi Space Cowboy:
A slow day here at work, so after doing some more reading, as well as rereading your thread, I’ve come to the conclusion you are working with two different programs. Some of the things you were mentioning in your earlier posts just didn’t sound right to me, with regards to the xx-client, which lead me to believe you are using two separate programs now to get your receiver working. This is why I asked earlier in the thread to clarify, if you were using the xx-client or something else.
This is the file I believe you started with, the RQ-SSSP Client and why you couldn't easily find the "Kickstart.bat" file as its not there.
http://www.satfix.net/showthread.php...RQ-SSSP-Client
and incorporated this program in conjunction with the one above.
http://www.satfix.net/showthread.php...ight=goofather
From what I’ve read, you need to change the “Receiver Protocol” for the VS Extreme, it needs to be changed from the default setting of 1 to 3, as the Extreme apparently runs under the Coolsat protocol.
Also I believe the baud speed needs to be set at a “Serial_Speed” of 115200 from default of 19200
Let me know how it works out.
Cheers :)
Shark1959
I appreciate your taking time to help me Sharky,
OK, you were right I had two different programs...now first one is deleted I have only yours.
The one which shows a Fellow with Afro Hair...
I have changed the Baud_Speed to 115200
also Changed the Protocol...from 1 to 3...
Still the same....waiting for requests!!!!
I had another Viewsat...and down loaded the files
VIEWSAT_v0279.PGM and DBPSW-071031x_SSSP.pgm.pgm
on the viewsat never modified before...
No Change...."I have turned the autoroll OFF"
PS: I was following the instructions from BIGSLIM....
Are there more instructions for Viewsat Ext.2000?
Hey Cowboy your more than welcome for the help. I've been helped many times in the past and now its my turn to give back.
Have you tried the Kickstart with the xx Client, now that you've changed the settings to the Baud and receiver protocol? If it still doesn't work, I've since read that because the 2000 Extreme was never supported by the Weather Forecaster dongle, that it won't work with the xx-client emulator and only with RQ-SSSP client, the second link in my last post and is the one to use to get your receiver fired up. I thought all VS worked the same with all client programs, guess I thought wrong. I've only ever dealt with the VS Ultra and 9000, learning as I go along with you.
So if the above is correct and I've read it in a few places now, you need to delete the current xx-client program you have (I know a pain but) and go back to the RQ-SSSP program here: http://www.satfix.net/showthread.php...RQ-SSSP-Client and follow the instructions in the TEXT document to a T. The only difference I would make and again from what I've read is, that this time, keep the Buad_Speed at 11250 and the Receiver Protocol at 3, instead of the default settings and see what that produces.
Is your other VS an 2000 Extreme as well?
One last thing the xx-client was not my work but, that of another individual that visits the different FTA forums.
Cheers :)
Shark1959
Thanks Sharky,
That was the program I have deleted...lol
OK, I see the link in your post...first I get thet link and make the changes
then I will let you know! Gee, your Dad must be good at these things! I mean when we had viewsat,,,there were only keys to change...then you did get the channels....good times!!!!
SC
OK, after I got rid of all the number signs...I put one of my rocketserver username and ID
change the rec.protocol to 3
Baud_Speed ,,,,,,I could not locate!!!! I assume that Serial_Port Settings=115200/8/N/1 is the Baud_Speed!!!!!!!!!!!! since it showed the number 115200 I did not touch that one...
when I click on RQ black screen appears and it is BLANK.....nothing "correction blinking cursor!"
Should I connect the Viewsat and turn ON.....???
But according what I've read ; if everything is correctly done the numbers should rolling first regardles the receiver is connected....
that I am assuming of course...:-)
What do you mean you got rid of all the number # signs?
Yes the receiver HAS to be connected to the PC or nothing will happen as far as getting and receiving requests.
Cheers :)
Shark1959
Hello
In the CONF. file all you needed to do is add the necessary P$ info and settings, as the active line already has the number # sign removed. Everything with a number sign in front needs to stay with the exception of the ACTIVE/COMMAND line, as again as I mentioned earlier, it is the description of what the active/command line in the program is going to do. That's why nothing is happening in the RQ window when you launch it. ONLY the active line will have the number sign removed. If you didn't touch the CONF. file and just launched the RQ you would see a number of lines of text where its trying to connect to the server but, again without the modified CONF. file, RQ obviously can't connect.
I know in the xx-client the number sign needed to be removed from the CONF. file but, again that was ONLY from the active line and NOT the whole file. Everything else in the CONF. file other than the ACTIVE line stays.
Did you loaded the two program files starting with V0279 and followed by 071031x?
Cheers :)
Shark1959
OPS......and a BIG OPS....indeed
did you say receiver should be connected to computer???
how am I going to do that Sharky? my computer is in another room and this perticular receiver is another bed room.......rofl
But I have a laptop but all these files are on my main desk top computer...do I have to have these files in the LapTop too....or?
OH no your PC has to remain CONNECTED AT ALL TIMES to the receiver or it won't work.
Well with a laptop now you add another dimension as the laptop doesn't have a serial port. You will need to purchase a USB to serial adapter if your not going to bring the receiver and PC together.
You can run a cable from one location to another
For testing purposes can you not bring them together and see if this set-up is going to work?
Cheers :)
Shark1959
Ok,
Conf. file.....all those numbers around the document I have removed.....well, I get the file and leave everything as they are..no problem...only change the info at very buttom of it....OK?
Now my laptop has 15 pins port and the viewsat has the same port, I have the cable which I used to transfer files from one comp. to another....you think that will be OK???
Also.......laptop operates wireless also the desk computer...they both are basicly connected to 2WIRE Router....so I think it should be ok....since both computer are communicating thru 2WIRE router once I connect the LapTop to the receiver it should jump start!!!! what do you say????
Now I have to go to the radio shack and get a both side female adopter...because the cable has two male sides.........before I do this I would like to know what do you think about the whole S%^T.....:innocent:
Heading home now and I can continue from there later tonight but, first I would make sure before you do any of that, that you bring the receiver and PC together and make sure it works. From there you can look at these other options.
Are you sure its a SERIAL port on the laptop as most newer units no longer have serial ports on them?
Cheers :)
Shark1959