How to Update CNX brand Satellite Receivers CNX has a few different models of satellite receivers in the market. Fortunately, methods of upgrading/updating file to these models are all the same which is via USB flash drive. Therefore, this instruction on file upgrade will work with CNX-Nano, Mini, Duo, Trio, and the latest model, Nano2. However, one more step is required to watch those free TV for Nano, Mini, Duo, and Trio because of Dongle connection than Nano2. For Nano2, look for “How to update CNX-Nano2” instruction for IKS setup because Dongle is unnecessary and just use the adopter that comes with Nano2. Until the day of glorious standalone file, let’s try to get use to at Dongle to enjoy our Free TV. First of all, let’s all make sure we have the latest factory firmware in the system. As of Sept. 2009, latest factory firmware for: - Nano: NANO_FACTORY_ 7.09.NPB - Duo/Trio: DT_FACTORY_5.15.UPB - Mini: MIN_FACTORY_6.15.UNO Notice the different file extension for different models? Make sure you download a right file for your model of receiver. You can check your version of firmware in System Information under Menu.

Before I show you the steps of upgrading your receiver, let’s check about the differences in Upgrading Mode that CNX have. Yes, they have more than one option for an upgrade: 1) S/W Upgrade: Normal software upgrade. If no specific instruction was mentioned, then this will be your normal upgrade option when new firmware is available. 2) S/W + All Data Upgrade: Usually used by installers when their customers are using same equipments and settings. 3) Boot Loader Upgrade: S/W upgrade + Factory default. This option is usually required when major changes occurred in firmware or when you wish to clean out the system. This option will erase all your channels and saved data.

Now we know the differences in Upgrade Mode and I have the latest the factory firmware loaded, let’s upgrade a patch file onto my Trio. If you need to upgrade factory firmware, follow the below exact steps with factory firmware instead of patch file. Again, these steps are exactly same for Nano, Mini, and Duo except just use a right file for your model of receiver. Upgrade Steps: 1. Download the latest patch file from your favorite forum for CNX-Trio (for your model) to your computer. File extension should be *.zip. 2. Double click on the downloaded file to unzipped and retrieve the actual file. Actual file extension is *.UPB. (check your file extension as stated above) 3. Connect your USB drive to your computer and save that actual file to your USB drive. 4. Once saved in USB drive, then disconnect from the computer and connect to your Trio (STB) USB port. 5. Go to Menu => Utility => USB. Highlight USB and press ok.

6. Highlight the downloaded firmware and press ok. 7. Select S/W Upgrade and press ok.

8. Wait until the upgrade is completed.

9. Your unit will reboot by itself automatically and then you can remove your USB drive.

Ok. Patch file is uploaded to my Trio, but I will still not get pictures for my TV because no FTA boxes are up against N3. This is when we need Dongle in action. Let’s load up the Dongle file. Dongle File Upgrade Steps: 1. Download the latest Dongle file from your favorite forum to your computer. File extension should be *.zip. This dongle file is for all models except Nano2. 2. Double click on the downloaded file to unzipped and retrieve the actual dongle file. Actual dongle file extension is *.DGL

3. Connect your USB drive to your computer and save that actual file to your USB drive. 4. Once saved in USB, then disconnect from the computer and connect to your Trio (STB) USB port. 5. Go to Menu => Utility => USB. Highlight USB and press ok.

6. Highlight the dongle file and press ok.

7. There is no Upgrade Mode for dongle file, so just wait till upgrade is complete. 8. When upgrade is complete, your unit will not reboot by itself but just give Upgrade Complete message. I recommend you to turn Dongle off and on to make sure that Dongle is updated with new file. Now we are done with file updates. Let’s set up the Dongle so we can kick back and enjoy some free TV. Note: In future, if CNX releases only Dongle file, then don’t worry about the Upgrade Steps. You just need to upgrade Dongle file only by following the Dongle File Upgrade Steps. Dongle Setup Steps: 1. Connect your CNX Dongle to RS232 port on the back of the Trio. 2. Now check if your Trio recognizes Dongle at System Information under Utility. A) When connected properly, you will see the dongle file version.

B) If your dongle is not connected, it will say Unknown.

3. Connect your Dongle to your router and don’t forget to connect DC power for Mini, Duo, and Trio. (Nano does not require a DC power) 4. Go to Menu => Accessory => RS-232 Mode

5. Default Type for RS-232 Mode is Dongle, but make sure it stays at Dongle.

6. Select Network and press ok. 7. This is where you setup your IP setting. You have an option for Auto and Manual, but I always choose Auto because I hate to type in all the numbers. So, let’s select Auto and press ok.

8. Highlight Apply and press ok. You must have all fields filled out. Keep try to press Apply until all fields are filled, well if you did connect your Dongle and router properly.

9. Exit and go to Registration and press ok.

10. Now wait till your dongle to be registered.

When you see this Registration Ok message, then that means you are all set and good to go. Now exit out of the menu and save your setting. You may have to wait for a couple of seconds for pictures. Note: If you get an error, then most likely you did not connect your router to Nano2 properly or your settings in Networking Setting did not filled out completely. Check these two things again, and then try IKS Registration again. If you know your router is set up properly but cannot get the setting filled out , then try to turn the rear power off and on and try again to see if you can get the setting automatically.