Talk:Nagravision
Plastic Dish JTAG
- Plastic or CAM (conditional Access Module) aka ROM cards
- JTAG
A Jtag is simply a device which communicates with your satellite receiver unit. It acts as an interface between your computer and satellite receiver. Simply unplug your satellite receiver, connect the wires to your receiver's jtag port as shown in the instructions, using either tape or just touching them with a soldering iron (recommended), clip the alligator clip to any ground point of your receiver, and plug the DB25 connector into your parallel port of your computer! It's that simple. To make it communicate with your computer, you will need the program jkeys. This will be emailed to you after your purchase.
Plastic or CAM (conditional Access Module) aka ROM cards are a pain, They can be looped, marked, etc etc. Atmega128 and AVR are mostly dead (you can still use atmega128) DSS REVs are mostly dead as well, DSSNEO are mostly crap, AVR-X are a pain.
Extreme Testing
Glossary of Terms
3M Programming put on the cam that gives you access to every channel. If you use a 3M make sure you use a blocker. There are many Freeware 3M scripts out there. Some work and some don't. Your best bet is to do a lot of research. Also see E3M below.
Activation Activation is what happens to your card/cam when you subscribe to a package from the Service Provider. The Service Provider sends an activation code in the satellite signal that is picked up by the receiver/IRD, which in turn writes the code to your card/cam.
AL7BAR Software that, when loaded to the FortecStar Lifetime receiver, allows reception of Nagravison-encrypted channels
ATMEGA A black (although sometimes blue) card with an Atmel chip that is designed to simulate the functions of a smart card. The unit completely replaces the smartcard and requires no additional equipment other than a special inexpensive programmer. It is the most commonly used method of testing.
Atmel A manufacturer of microprocessors.
ATR Answer To Reset. Data sent from the Smart Card to the receiver or programmer that contains information necessary for proper communication with the Smart Card. If you read a card and receive an error message Invalid ATR This means your card is looped.
ATR Resurrection A program used to un-loop Smart Cards. Not 100% effective but worth a try if you have a looped card. There are newer versions of programs to unloop cards search for the updated version.
Auto roll A term used to describe the capability of an AVR to automatically update the decryption keys as they are changed.
AVR Audio Video Replicator. Basically this is a PCB with a chip mounted that you can program to receive programming. The AVR is inserted into the slot of the receiver where the Smart Card usually goes. AVR’s come in designs and designations. Designations can range from the AVR1 to AVR6 or more. Designs include the standard design that incorporates a DB25 connector on the PCB for programming. The earliest versions you had to remove the chip and program with a separate programmer. The wafer is another version; these use a separate programmer that has a slot for the AVR to be inserted in.
Azimuth Term used to give the direction the d*sh must be pointed to receive a signal from the satellite. Basically this is the compass heading you use when pointing the d*sh.
Backdoor This is a term used to describe the rout used by the program to gain access to the Smart Card. If the backdoor is reported closed when you read the card you may sometimes be able to reopen using some programs called NaWorm or Opensesame.(look for current programs newer versions) If these fail you can send to a dealer for unlocking.
b*v Alias: ExpressVu, b*ll, XVU, Boris, Boris & Natasha Details: One of the two satellite providers in Canada. All of their equipment is made by Echostar and they use the Nagravision encryption system (the same used by d*sh Network). For testers, this provides the advantage of cross-compatibility for all receivers, cards, etc.
BGA Ball Grid Array. This is one of several package types that integrated circuits come in This is the type of package that internal cam (I-Cam) chips come in for the Cardless Receivers such as the 311 and 811 models.
Bird Term used to refer to the broadcast satellite. For example d*sh Network has satellites at 61.5, 110, 119, and 148 degrees.
BLACKBIRD An FTA receiver that has been modified to decrypt d*sh and b*v signals.
Blackout String The blackout String applies to the blacking out of televised sporting events. The correct blackout string will allow your receiver to receive the event even if its blacked out in your area. In other words If this setting is wrong and the event has been blacked out in your area, due to federal regulations, you will not be able to watch the event on TV.
Blockers This is a program code written to Smart Cards to prevent d*sh Network/b*ll Expressvu for accessing the Smart Card through the satellite stream and possibly looping or de-subbing the card. Different types of Smart Cards need different blockers. Always verify you have the most current and proper blocker for your card.
Bootstrap Master program version for the system.
Boxkey A unique series of characters used to identify each receiver. Boxkeys are different for every receiver. The BoxKey is written in hex and is stored in the tsop. If the receiver has a married Smart Card they will also be stored there. These keys are very important and there are a few ways to retrieve them for use. The 2 easiest ways is to use a jtag if the receiver is equipped with one. The other is to retrieve from the married Smart Card. Never give your BoxKeys to someone you dont know.
Buffered jtag A jtag that is upgraded to use its own regulated power supply instead of power from the computer. This way you can match the voltage used by the receivers tsop. This is generally accepted as a better jtag.
Build “ Build Config Refers to the designation given to a particular model receiver by the manufacturer to identify the firmware used in the receiver. The build can be found in the receivers system info screen or inside the receiver there is a white sticker on the main board. 4 letters identify the build.
CAM Conditional Access Module. The Plastic card that slides into the receiver.
Cam id# An identifying number on the back of the Smart Card. The number will start with S 00. Never give this number out to someone you dont know. You can be targeted with an ECM.
CARD SWAP A security measure known to Dave testers for years, it is the process of sending customers a new unhacked card to replace an older, fully-hacked card. When all customers have received new cards, the data stream that supports the older cards is usually discontinued, making it necessary to find a hack to the new cards in order to resume testing.
Cemu A DOS based emulation software.
CHARLIE Alias: d*sh, DN, d*sh net, Chuck, Chucky Details: Similar to "Dave" for DirecTV, only Charlie Ergen is a real person. He is the CEO of Echostar, the company that owns d*sh Network and supplies equipment for b*ll ExpressVu.
Check switch A test performed by a receiver to verify that the multi-switch is properly functioning and able to receive multiple satellite signals.
CLEAN CODESPACE When you Clean Codespace on a card image, the data in the Codespace area of the card image is erased and puts the card image back to it’s virgin card revision. For a D*sh card, this would be Rev. 103 and for B*v this would be Rev, 240. The blocker that was on the card image is also removed. The Clean Codespace function can be done using the N2Edit program or NagraMaster, or by using a Clean Codespace patch using NagraEdit.
CLONING Refers to changing the IRD number, box keys, build config, and bootstrap in a receiver's TSOP to match that of another. The end result is that test cards may be used interchangeably between the cloned receivers, rather than making it necessary for each receiver to have a test card unique to that receiver. There really is no benefit to this other than convenience.
DATASTREAM Alias: stream Details: Stream of data that d*sh Network or b*ll ExpressVu uses to communicate with the smart card or IRD. All authorizations and updates to cards and receivers are sent via the stream. Unlike DirecTV, the actual decryption is done at the receiver end rather than at the transmission end of the datastream. The object of DTV testing is to "fool" the datastream into decrypting the channels. With d*sh/b*v, you are instead manipulating the receiver and card to unlock the goods. That is the primary difference between the Nagravision system and the Videoguard system that DTV uses.
D2C
Direct to Card. This is a type of script that can be programmed directly to the Rom card without having to go through the normal steps of unlocking the card, reading the card image, patching the image, relocking the card image, then writing the image back to the card.
DESUBBED/EXSUBBED Refers to a subscription to the d*sh Network that has been canceled.
DIGITAL LOCK An addon circuit that prevents d*sh Network or b*ll ExpressVu from writing ECMs or firmware upgrades to your TSOP.
DiSEqC (Digital Satellite Equipment Control) pronounced "Die-Sec" is a special communication protocol for use between a satellite receiver and a device such as a multi-d*sh switch or a small d*sh antenna rotor. It is compatible with the actuators used to rotate large C band d*shes if used with a DiSEqC positioner. It relies only on the coaxial cable to transmit both bidirectional data/signals and power.
DSSREV A red Atmega-like card that has the ability to run virtually the same as a Rom 3.
DVB DVB stands for Digital Video Broadcast and is a standard base upon MPEG-2 video and audio. DVB covers how MPEG-2 signals are transmitted by the satellite, cable and terrestrial broadcast channels along with how such items as system information and the program guide are transmitted along with the scrambling system used to protect the signal. The DVB is a pcb (Printed Cercuit Board) that utilizes a pci slot in your pc to receive the MPEG-2 coding.
DVB-S A PCI card that is installed into a computer that is used to receive DVB-formatted satellite television, including d*sh and b*v. These cards are manufactured in Europe for the purpose of receiving free-to-air channels and subscription services using an additional hardware device for smart cards. They are not manufactured for the purpose of testing.
DVB-CI A conditional access module that is connected to a DVB-S card to enable the authorized reception of Pay-TV.
Dump Term referring to the data collected from reading the tsop and saved to a computer.
e3m The term 3m refers to a program script applied to a testing device that allows you to receive all channels. E3m just refers to Echostar 3m
ECM Electronic Counter Measure. A term referring to the efforts and effects of b*ll Expressvu & d*sh Network to stop people from receiving free programming. An ECM usually interrupts program viewing for a period of time.
Elevation Refers to the up and down angle used when pointing the d*sh.
EMM Entitlement Management Message. This is a message sent to the cam to allow transfer of information to the Smart Card.
EPG Electronic Program Guide. The guide that appears up on the TV showing the individual channels show times and programming.
EEPROM Electronically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory. This is the chip inside the receiver that stores information such as favorites channels, channel blocks etc.
Eeprom Lock An alteration to the receiver that prevents unwanted writes to the eeprom chip.
Emulation A way of testing d*sh Network/b*ll Expressvu that uses a computer connected to the receiver usually through the use of an avr. The computer runs a program that simulates the functions of a Smart Card.
EMU Another term for emulation.
Error Code The code number of an error message that appears on the screen. These numbers can sometimes be used to diagnose problems encountered during testing. 002 "The satellite signal has been lost, 005 "Your smart card does not currently have authorization to view or purchase this program, 015 "Acquiring satellite signal, 019 "The smart card is not inserted correctly, 020 "The card you have inserted is not valid for use in this receiver, 021 "Please insert your smart card, 022 "Your receiver has not yet been authorized. 023 "Unable to acquire program guide information, 150 "A SERIOUS PROBLEM HAS BEEN DETECTED WITH YOUR RECIEVER, 151 "A SERIOUS PROBLEM HAS BEEN DETECTED WITH YOUR RECIEVER, 152 "A SERIOUS PROBLEM HAS BEEN DETECTED WITH YOUR RECIEVER, 153 "A SERIOUS PROBLEM HAS BEEN DETECTED WITH YOUR RECIEVER, 155 "A SERIOUS PROBLEM HAS BEEN DETECTED WITH YOUR RECIEVER, 349 "You are attempting to use a version of smartcard that is incompatible with this receiver.
Firmware Another term used for identifying the software version installed on the receiver. Usually described by a series of numbers such as P176. This can be found by looking at the system info screen of the receiver.
Flash Term meaning the act of programming a chip such as the tsop, avr or atmega128.
FlashEdit A program developed by blacks. Used to edit information and repair ECM'ed tsop files.
FORTECSTAR LIFETIME Alias: SilverBird, Silver Bullet Details: An FTA receiver that has a PC interface that has been used to manipulate the receiver's software to allow it to decrypt d*sh.
FTA Stands for Free-to-Air. It means the same thing as the term "in-the-clear" from the old C-Band days. It refers to channels that are unencrypted and do not require a subscription to receive them.
FTA RECEIVER Alias: DVB receiver, MPEG-2 decoder Details: A digital satellite receiver designed for the reception of free-to-air broadcasts. As with DVB-S cards, they are not manufactured for the purpose of testing.
Guide Electronic Program Guide. The guide that appears up on the TV showing the individual channels show times and programming. Sometimes referred to as EPG.
Hex Hexadecimal. A base 16 numbering code system used in micro-controllers. It uses the numbers 0-9 and letters A-F and no others and must be in CAPITAL letters.
Hex Editor A program that allows a user to edit code in hexadecimal.
Hit A term used to describe a receiver that has been affected by an ecm.
I-CAM Short for Internal Cam. Some receivers do not use Plastic Rom cards, but have a Rom Chip mounted on the receiver’s main board instead. These I-Cams can be removed and mounted on a card interface and used just like a normal Rom card, or after a few trace cuts on the main board, the I-Cam can be glitched open, then programmed and used for that receiver after the trace cuts are repaired.
Image Term referring to the data collected from reading the Smart Card and saved to a computer.
INTERCEPT When a card is glitched open, part of that process is to put an intercept code on the card which will allow us to get into the card in order to Read and Write to it.
Ird Integrated Receiver Descrambler. This is your receiver.
IRD NUMBER Alias: Receiver number, CAID Description: The serial number on your receiver. It is important to have this number both in decimal (example: R 00 1234-5678-90) and hex (example: 01 AA BB CC). Use the scientific functions on the Windows Calculator to determine your receiver number's hex equivalent.
ISO International Standards Organization. The standards organization that established the ISO-7816 protocol used by most of the smart cards on the planet today, including the Cams used by EchoStar.
ISO-7816 The international standard for interfacing with smart cards. The ISO-7816 includes standards relating to the physical properties of smart cards.
ISO Programmer ISO Smart Card Reader/Writer. Dual Crystal expandable to Quad Crystal. Crystal 1 is 3.68 mhz Switch 1 ON only. Crystal 2 is 3.57 mhz Switch 2 ON only. Use this to READ or WRITE ISO compliant devices. Selectable crystal using dip switch. Some also come with PS2 power, DB9 Serial connection, 9V power expandable.
ird# The unique identifying number associated with an individual receiver. Can be found on the back of the receiver on the sticker, or in the system info screen. Will start with R 00.
Javaemu Emulation software written in the JAVA programming language.
Jeepers A program that allows users to program AVR boards and Atmega128 boards.
Jinterface This is a jtag interface that uses a computers serial port rather than the lpt port. It is buffered and utilizes a special cable that connects to the computers PS2 port for power. It also contains firmware that automatically adjusts its settings to map the pins according to the receiver it’s being used on.
JKEYS A program that will utilize the jtag interface to retrieve a receiver’s boxkeys and also allow the user to read/save/write to the tsop and eeprom chips.
JTAG Joint Test Action Group is the commonly used name for IEEE standard 1149.1, wich defines a method for testing board-level interconnect also called Boundary Scan. The JTAG standard was developed to provide a simple way of testing circuit boards for bad connections - shorted pins, open pins, bad traces, etc. More recently, programmable-logic vendors have made use of a JTAG as a convenient way to configure devices. JTAG compliant devices have dedicated hardware that comprises a state machine and several registers. This dedicated hardware interprets instructions and data provided by four dedicated signals. These signals are defined by the JTAG standard to be: TDI (Test Data In), TDO (Test Data Out), TMS (Test Mode Select),TCK (Test Clock). The dedicated JTAG hardware interprets instructions and data on the TDI and TMS signal. The TCK signal is used to clock the process. A series of solder points used on some receivers used to access the tsop. With this access you can read/write to the tsop and eeprom chips. Also used to refer to the device that connects the computer to these solder points. Some JTAG use the power of the PC where as some use an external power supply.
Keys Short for the decryption keys used by the Smart Card or testing device to allow the reception of decrypted signals. There are 3 sets of 8 bytes in length. Key 0, Key 1, Aux 0, Aux 1, and the public or active key. The public or active key will be the same as one of the other two keys.
LNBF Low Noise Block converter with integrated Feed. Also referred to as the eye of the satellite d*sh. It is the actual piece that receives the signal from the d*sh pan or reflector. There are two families of LNB’s the Legacy and the newer d*shPro. The new d*shPro family of LNB’s will not work with some of the older receivers without an adapter. They come in many variations. The Single LNB is designed to pick up one satellite and feed one receiver. A dual LNB Is designed to pick up one satellite and feed two receivers. Dual LNB’s can feed more than two receivers with the aid of a multiswitch. A twin LNB can pickup two satellites and will feed two receivers. A Quad LNB Can pickup two satellites and feed four receivers.
Locals Refers to local market channels aired by d*sh Network & b*ll Expressvu through the satellite system. Most of these channels are spot beamed and cannot be picked up outside the spot beam area.
Locked Term used to describe a Smart Card that has had the backdoor disabled. Some revision of locked cards can be unlocked using freeware and others must be sent to a dealer for unlocking.
Looped Term used to describe a Smart Card that has been set to run in a continuous loop when the programming is activated. Cards can be looped by d*sh Network or sometimes by software. Most looped cards cannot be unlooped using freeware and must be sent to a dealer for unlooping. Not all cards can be unlooped. A looped card will have an invalid ATR String. You can try using ATR resurrection or BugBuster to unloop cards.
MAGIC CARD Details: Another sibling of the Atmega family that comes with auto-detect capability and claims to be compatible with Rom 101/102/103 cards when the time comes that that will be necessary.
Marked Cam Smart cards can be marked in the OTP area of the card. This usually happens by unlocking a card with the freeware available for unlocking. If you have a marked card you need to use a blocker designed for a marked card. Read the card and look at the eeprom editor. Cards can be marked at E007 or E011. FF in either of these locations indicates that it is marked.
Married Term referring to a Smart Card having been set up to work with the receiver during activation. Upon activation the IRD# is written to the Smart Card and can only be used with that receiver. This can however be changed if the Smart Card is open and programmable.
Mod or Moderator Persons who help organize and keep order in forums
Modded Loader Some Loaders are Modded like the Nexus T911. There are several models out there like T5, T6, Powersync, Absolute, Detonator etc. Some like the T911 Nexus have Surface Mount Technology that Utilizes Atmel AT90S2313 chip. Switch 1 and 6 to Flash and 2 and 5 to run.
MPEG-2 MPEG stands for Moving Picture Experts Group. It is a standard method transmitting digital video and sound in a compressed format using less bandwidth than the traditional analog method. The first MPEG standard introdused was MPEG-1 which is used to compress film onto a regular compact disc like VCD (Video Compact Disc) MPEG-1 uses a low bit rate resulting in a picture similar to VHS video tape, (Video Home System), but it initiallt stands for Vertical Helical Scan. The MPEG-1 data stream supports only one video signal and is therefore not used for satellite transmissions. MPEG-1 uses iether 25 or 30 frames per second and is therefore not very well suited to storage of interlaced video. Whem MPEG-2 was being developed an unstandardized flavour of MPEG was called MPEG-1.5 was created. This format is not an official standard. MPEG-1.5 uses a wide bandwidth MPEG-1 flavour of video encoding along with multiplexing of data streams which allows multiple programs to be transmitted across one satellite channel at a time.
MPEG-2 fixes many of the problem inherent in MPEG-1, such as resolution, scalability and handling of interlaced video it allows for a much better picture quality HDTV (High Definition Television) levels. It allows mulitiple channels at verious bitrates to be multiplexed into a single data stream.
Multi-Switch A piece of hardware that allows you to receive signals from multiple satellites and combine those signals into one feed for a receiver. There are many different types of switches and your particular situation will determine which one you need. Examples of different types are the SW21, SW42, SW44, and SW64.
MYTHEATRE One of two DVB display software programs used extensively in North America.
Nag Screen Term referring to an error message that appears on the screen. Ecm’s will cause these messages to pop up interrupting you watching TV on a regular basis. Thus the term NAG. Very annoying.
Nagra-Date Term referring to the format that NagraVision uses to code dates. Also a program that will convert standard dates to Nagra code.
NagraEdit A program that allows the user to communicate with Smart Cards. Allows us to read and write to the cards.
NagraVision The name of the company that makes the Smart Cards.
NAGRAVISION 1 Alias: Nag-1, Rom 2/3/10/11 stream, Blue card stream, 1800 stream Details: The first-generation Nagravision encryption system that has been fully hacked and is the basis of all testing methods currently used as of 4/04.
NAGRAVISION 2 Alias: Nag-2, Rom 101/102/103 stream, Yellow card stream, 1801 stream Details: The second-generation Nagravision encryption system that was introduced in 2003 and currently as of 4/04 has not been hacked. At this time, this stream is being sent along with Nagravision 1, but as soon as the card swap is completed, most channels will switch to Nagravision 2 exclusively
OTP One Time Programming. This is the area of a Smart Card that is inaccessible. This is the area that can get flagged by unlocking a card with freeware. Once there is a mark in this area it cannot be removed.
Pan The reflector portion of a satellite d*sh. The big round thing.
PATCH A patch is code that is added to a card image. It can be one line of code or several lines. Typical patches can be used to change the Time zone on the card image or to add local channel tiers. Blockers are also patched to the card image.
PFG This is a Hex file and EEP file used for programming Atmega 128 boards.
PLASTIC Alias: Rom 2, Rom 3, Rom 10, Rom 11, Rom 101, Rom 102, Rom 103 Details: d*sh Network or b*ll ExpressVu smart cards that have been hacked and re-programmed to receive all available channels.
Pogo Pins Small spring loaded pins or probes utilized in some jtag’s.
POT/TRIMPOT Short for potentiometer. A potentiometer is a variable resistance device. The volume control on a radio is a potentiometer. On a Glitcher/Unlocker, this refers to the variable resistance device that you adjust in order to get good glitching responses.
PPV Pay Per View. A channel that requires you to pay an extra charge over your subscription to view. Usually shows newer movies and special events.
Programmer Term referring to an ISO compliant Smart Card reader/writer. Used to program Smart Cards.
PROGDVB One of two DVB display software programs used extensively in North America
PVR Personal Video Recorder. Refers to a receiver with a built in hard drive that can record and store movies.
Quad Mode jtag A revision of the jtag available from dealers that is designed to work on different model receivers. Utilized pogo pins.
RAM Random Access Memory. A type of storage for data such as that used on your Smart Card.
Receiver The ird. The set top box that receives and descrambles the satellite signal.
Reset or Master Reset Returning the receiver to factory default settings. To do this, on the remote press: MENU, 6, 3, INFO, BROWSE (right arrow), THEME (left arrow). You will be presented with a memory dump screen. At the dump screen press the TV/Video button and you will corrupt the memory. Then press the power button. Wait for a minute then you will be back at the factory settings. This also erases the receiver’s password.
Revision or Rev This refers to the software version of the Smart Card. You can check this by reading the card with NagraEdit. You can also look at the system info screen with the card in the receiver. However if you look at the system info screen it is recommended you not have the receiver connected to the satellite d*sh. If your card is exposed to the sat stream you could lock a potentially open card.
Roll The ability of the testing device to update the keys automatically.
Rom Short for Read Only Memory. Read only memory can be read from only, but not written to. This also refers to the type of Smart Card you have. Although they look the same they can be very different. d*sh Network/b*ll Expressvu Has Rom versions: 2, 3, 10, 11, and 101, 102.
Script Refers to the code written to be used on your testing device.
Sector or SA Refers to just a portion of a tsop bin. You can erase and reprogram individual sectors or portions of the tsop by choosing the sector in jkeys flash programming screen. This is helpful for erasing and reprogramming just the part of the tsop that was ecmed.
Simple jtag A jtag you can build yourself consisting of a DB25 connector and resistors. Can be built for less than $5.00 with parts from Radio Shack. Instructions for building this can be found at most satellite related forums like at d*shDrive.
Skew Refers to the angle the d*sh is rotated when pointing.
SMART CARD This is another term for your cam/card.
SNIC Short for error message 019 Smart Card Not Inserted Correctly
SOFT LOCK A 5-byte code written to the section of the TSOP bin where the ECM code normally goes in order to prevent an ECM from being written to the TSOP
Spot Beam Refers to the area that satilite networks broadcast local channels. This signal is only broadcast to a certain geographical area and cannot be received out of this area. You can download spot beam maps that show the coverage area of each spot beam area. Maps are included with RomTierMaker.
Status byte Refers to a single byte of information on the Smart Card. Indicates weather the card is subscribed or has been de-subbed. It will show up as 00 or 09.
Stream Refers to the data being transmitted from the satellite to the receiver.
Sub or Subscription If you are subbed or subscribed it means you pay a monthly fee to receive programming.
Switch Same as MultiSwitch. A piece of hardware that allows you to receive signals from multiple satellites and combine those signals into one feed for a receiver. There are many different types of switches and your particular situation will determine which one you need. Examples of different types are the SW21, SW42, SW44, SW64.
System info A screen that can be accessed by pressing the sys info button on the remote. Gives lots of useful information.
TCFD Tier Creator For Dummies. Nice little program for creating tiers to be used on your testing device.
Test Card Generally refers to your Smart Card. Sometimes used in reference to an avr or atmega card.
Tiers Refers to a code for a channel or range of channels used for your testing device. When you have a tier loaded to your testing device that channel will become active.
Time Zone The time zone setting used to program testing devices uses the following code. ST Hawaii= D8, DST Hawaii = D8, ST Alaska = DC, DST Alaska = E0, PST = E0, PDT = E4, MST = E4, MDT = E8, CST = E8, CDT = EC, EST = EC, EDT = F0, NST = F2, NDT = F6, AST = F0, ADT = F4.
TP Short for Transponder.
Trace Refers to the small metal lines found on a pcb. The traces conduct electrical current from point to point.
Transponder Transmitter Responder. A device on the satellite that pickups and automatically responds to an incoming signal. Each transponder on the satellite carries certain channels. The transponder shown on the setup screen will change depending on what channel you were last looking at.
Tsop Thin Small Outline Package. The surface mount chip that contains the firmware and box keys for your receiver.
Tsop bank Refers to a place online that contains tsop bins for download.
Tsop Lock An alteration to the receiver that prevents unwanted writes to the tsop chip.
TSOP Mod
This is a procedure used on receivers to corrupt and force the download of the tsop.
Universal jtag A revision of the jtag available from dealers that is designed to work on different model receivers. Utilizes pogo pins.
USALS
Universal Satellites Automatic Location System (USALS), also known (unofficially) as DiSEqC 1.3, Go X or Go to XX is a satellite motor protocol that automatically creates a list of available satellite positions in a motorised satellite d*sh setup. It is used in conjunction with the DiSEqC 1.2 protocol. It was developed by STAB, an Italian motor manufacturer, who still make the majority of USALS compatible motors.
Software on the satellite receiver (or external positioner) calculates the position of all available satellites from an initial location (input by the user), which is the latitude and longitude relative to Earth. Calculated positions can differ ±0.1 degrees from the offset. This is adjusted automatically and does not require previous technical knowledge.
USW
Update Status Word (USW) is what controls the sequence of update EMM's. This value is stored at address locations $30E8:$30E9 on the card image. A virgin card will start out at a certain value, and then increment this value every time an update is made. That way, each packet can check for a certain value before executing, writing the update, and finally incrementing the USW in order to reflect the update, and thus trigger the next update packet in sequence to execute. This allows the provider to manage the order that the updates are written in. You will sometimes see USW updates in Blocker patches.
Vid Mod An alteration to a 301.013 single chip receiver that allows you to fully write and read the tsop chip on these models.
Virgin Eeprom Refers to the creation of a new eeprom file from the tsop. This is easily accomplished by using Flash Edit to generate the first 48 bytes of an eeprom and letting the stream rebuild the rest. Just load your tsop in flash edit and click save as virgin eeprom. Flash this file to your ird’s eeprom.
Wafer Refers to a style of avr or atmega board. These do not incorporate a db25 on the board for programming but instead use a special programmer with a card slot the board is inserted into.
Wall A program developed for the 301.010 receivers that allowed you to read and write to the tsop chip.
Winvu Another Emulation Software
Xtal Short for crystal. A generic term for œpiezoelectric quartz crystal unit Generally speaking its a device used for frequency control.
YANKSE A software program designed to enable a DVB-S card to display encrypted programming without the use of a DVB-CI module.
- Plastic/Rom Card Testing
- Rom10/101
- Rom102
- Rom103
- S0 Series
- Non-Plastic Testing
- Atmega
- AVR
- Armulator/Syndrome
- DVB/PCI & EMU
- IKS & Card Sharing Devices
- Loaders/Unlockers
