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    • Official Post

    Updates for: Formuler Zx / Z7+ / Zx 5G / Z7+ 5G


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    Updates 18.05.2019


    • MYTVOnline Version: 1.9.75

    Optional Cumulative Hotfix for MYTVOnline.

    WARNING: Install and use at your own risk. Software cannot be rolled back after installation.



    Release Notes:


    MYTVOnline Version 1.9.75


    • FIX: Software Update Loop
    • FIX: Favorite channels not working on certain XC portals
    • FIX: Mini Market not accessible if no portals are installed (Nano)
    • FIX: HLS streams don't auto-recover after network instability





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    Updates 29.04.2019


    • Firmware Version: v1.2.71
    • MYTVOnline Version: 1.9.71



    Release Notes:



    Firmware Version: 1.2.71


    • [SYSTEM] FIX: Internal WLAN dropping issue
    • [SYSTEM] FIX: Display Resolution button doesn't show resolution selection window
    • [SYSTEM] IMP: Display resolution selection window only shows compatible resolutions
    • [SYSTEM] FIX: System software update hangs when system memory is full
    • [SYSTEM] IMP: Improved front panel boot-up LED sequence
    • [SYSTEM] FIX: Android Location Services


    MYTVOnline Version 1.9.71


    • [MOL] FIX: Radio channel streaming issue on certain portals
    • [MOL] IMP: Increased refresh rate of detailed stream info
    • [MOL] FIX: Episode playback issue on certain portals
    • [MOL] FIX: Crashing issue when switching portals
    • [MOL] FIX: Favorite list changes if m3u list is updated
    • [MOL] FIX: Page scrolling issue in TV Series section
    • [MOL] FIX: xmltv EPG parsing issue
    • [MOL] FIX: Cell overlap issue in Program Guide
    • [MOL] FIX: HLS VOD playback issue
    • [MOL] FIX: Group Channel Numbering preference changes after applying Installer Mode config
    • [MOL] FIX: Recording stops if stream buffers
    • [MOL] FIX: m3u channel parsing issue
    • [MOL] FIX: TV Series playback/seek issue
    • [MOL] FIX: Favorite channels disappear when using XC API
    • [MOL] FIX: Freeview HD EPG display issue when using USB DVB-T tuner
    • [MOL] FIX: Timeshift file is created on USB even if Timeshift is set to OFF
    • [MOL] IMP: Grid EPG data request rate
    • [MOL] ADD: VOD Favorites
    • [MOL] FIX: VOD Search not working with XC API portals
    • Various bug fixes and performance improvements





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    Updates 31.01.2019


    • Firmware Version: v1.2.60
    • MYTVOnline Version: 1.9.62



    Release Notes:



    Firmware Version: 1.2.60


    • Added Bluetooth shortcut to Quick Settings menu
    • Added ON/OFF switch in WLAN menu


    MYTVOnline Version 1.9.62


    • FIX : Portal init issue
    • FIX : Adult group bug




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    Updates 27.11.2018


    MYTVOnline hotfix for Z-Series devices released Version: 1.9.55


    Patch Notes:

    • Inactivity timer improvements
    • FIX: Auto-shutdown issue




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    Late October Z-Series Hotfix 25.10.2018

    • Firmware Version: v1.2.49


    Release Notes:



    Firmware Version: 1.2.42

    • FIX: Eco Standby Mode loop issue
    • FIX: 'IPTVLauncher has stopped' boot-up issue
    • FIX: USB WiFi not recognized after soft reboot




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    Updates 04.10.2018

    • Firmware Version: v1.2.42
    • MYTVOnline Version: 1.9.52


    After rigorous testing, the October 2018 Z-series software update is now available for download.


    We recommend all users download and install this update to bring better features and more stable functionality to their devices. Several critical bugs were patched in this software release.


    Thank you again to all the supporters and beta testers for making this release possible.


    Download the OTA software updates directly from your device using the built-in Update App.



    Release Notes:



    Firmware Version: 1.2.42

    • FIX: Stuck in standby mode
    • FIX: Market > Certain apps not showing in custom markets
    • FIX: Launcher icons not appearing after reboot
    • Added discrete Power ON & Power OFF keycodes (Zx, Z7+)
      • Logitech Harmony device profile updated
    • Custom Android hostname/device name supported.
      • Change from the system menu
    • Market shortcut can be deleted from the home screen
    • FIX: Installer Mode > SYSPIN issue
    • FIX: Installer Mode > Language preset not working
    • FIX: Installer Mode > Power mode preference issue
    • DRIVER: Add Tenda U12 USB WiFi adapter support (Zx, Z7+)
    • Android Security Patch Level : April 2018
    • General performance enhancements, UI improvements, and bug fixes
    • Improved Lithuanian language translation





    MYTVOnline Version 1.9.52

    • Fixed slow performance and crashes due to EPG memory issue
    • Teletext Subtitles supported
    • Manual EPG time offset. Access from the Settings menu
    • Xtream-Codes API portals > TV Series section supported
    • VOD > Continuous play option added. Press the Green hotkey to toggle
    • M3U > All tracks from VOD-only m3u list are parsed and used - regardless of stream file extension
    • M3U > Compressed xmltv EPG archives supported (.gz or .zip)
    • Automatically hide empty groups/categories
    • Added stream codec details. View from the detailed information popup window
    • TV Series Shortcut. Press and hold the VOD button on the remote
    • Remember last selected subtitle preference per channel
    • Improved channel icon caching
    • Improved EPG download performance
    • FIX: EPG description not displayed when using M3U + XMLTV EPG
    • FIX: Black subtitle font when only 1 subtitle track is available
    • FIX: RCU VOD hotkey while in Classic Channel list
    • General performance enhancements, UI improvements, and bug fixes




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    Update 04.06.2018

    • MYTVOnline Version: 1.9.35


    Update procedure:


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    Release Notes:


    MYTVOnline Version: 1.9.35


    • XC Portal > Fixed VOD loading issue
    • XC Portal > Fixed Live TV and loading issues
    • XC Portal > Added xmltv EPG feature
    • M3U > Fixed VOD crashing issue
    • M3U > Added xmltv EPG feature
    • VOD > Improved appearance of subtitles. White font with black shadow.
    • Fixed DVB subtitle display issue
    • Fixed 'Stuck in Standby Mode' issue
    • Fixed MYTVOnline startup delay issue
    • Overall EPG performance improvements
    • General bug fixes and performance enhancements



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    Updates 24.04.2018

    • Formuler Z7+ Firmware Version: 1.2.28
    • MYTVOnline Version: 1.9.24


    Update procedure:

    • Please reboot your STB to receive the update.


    The April 2018 Z-Series software update has been released and is ready for immediate download.
    This update brings many new features and improvements that were requested from the community.
    Thank you to all the supporters and beta testers for making this release possible.



    Reboot your Z-Series device now to receive the automatic OTA updates.



    Release Notes:

    Firmware Version: 1.2.28

    • Fixed 'Stuck in Standby mode' issue.
    • exFAT external storage bug fixed.
    • Added programmable hotkey feature. System - Hotkey
    • Added new System Update app.
    • Added drivers for Playstation Dualshock4 controller.
    • Added support for USB3.0 Gigabit Ethernet adapter. (RTL8152/RTL8153)
    • Bug fixes and performance improvements.




    MYTVOnline Version 1.9.24

    • TV Series section added.
    • EPG downloading speed improved.
    • Black screen issue patched. (Z7+)
    • Fixed VOD playback issues with certain servers.
    • Z7+ PVR performance improved.
    • Long recording file playback issues fixed.
    • Fixed playback of multi-part recorded files larger than 4GB
    • Username/Password login issue fixed.
    • Empty Channel List - Server login issue fixed.
    • Added xtreamcodes API and M3u playlist support. (Work-in-progress)
    • Mapped keyboard F7 key to EPG.
    • Fixed UDP stream recording issue.
    • Fixed old HLS Startmode issue on Z7+.
    • Event reminders patched.
    • Various portal issues patched.
    • Bug fixes and performance improvements.


    New Language Support Added:

    • Polish - polszczyzna
    • Lithuanian - lietuvių kalba


    Translation Improved:

    • Russian - русский
    • French - Français



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    Updates 25.01.2018

    • Formuler Z7+ Firmware Version 1.2.16
    • MYTVOnline Version 1.9.6


    Update procedure:

    • Please reboot your STB to receive the update.


    Release Notes:


    Formuler Z7+ Firmware Version 1.2.16

    • Added new software download integrity checks (Very important for future Updates, more checks after download and trough update)
    • General bug fixes and performance improvements.


    MYTVOnline Version 1.9.6

    • Fixed timeshift audio pause bug.
    • Fixed Channel search bug.
    • Fixed VOD search bug. Direct number input from RCU now accepted.
    • General bug fixes and performance improvements.


    New Language Support Added

    • French - Français



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    Updates 26.12.2017

    • Formuler Z7+ Firmware Version 1.2.10
    • MYTVOnline Version 1.8.12



    Update procedure:

    • Please reboot your STB to receive the update.


    Release Notes:


    Formuler Z7+ Firmware Version 1.2.10

    • New Installer mode options
    • [lexicon]Settings[/lexicon] Lock, Apps lock, Channel List Style Setting. Contact your Formuler Sales rep to receive the new Installer Mode Template.
    • General bug fixes and performance improvements.



    MYTVOnline Version 1.8.12

    • Fixed Channel search bug.
    • Fixed VOD search bug. Direct number input from RCU now accepted.
    • General bug fixes and performance improvements.


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    For complete history what have already changed before Z7+ Firmware Version 1.2.10 came out, please read also this > thread




    • Official Post

    The December Z-Series software update has been released and is ready for immediate download.


    MYTVOnline v1.8.12 provides on-screen help for choosing the preferred channel list style. Users can always change the style option from the MYTVOnline [lexicon]Settings[/lexicon] menu at anytime.
    Formuler has also implemented more options for installers to give finer control over the user experience. Contact your Formuler Sales rep to receive the latest Installer Mode Template.




    Updates 26.12.2017


    Formuler Z7+ Firmware Version 1.2.10

    • New Installer mode options
    • [lexicon]Settings[/lexicon] Lock, Apps lock, Channel List Style Setting. Contact your Formuler Sales rep to receive the new Installer Mode Template.
    • General bug fixes and performance improvements.



    MYTVOnline Version 1.8.12

    • Fixed Channel search bug.
    • Fixed VOD search bug. Direct number input from RCU now accepted.
    • General bug fixes and performance improvements.
    • Official Post

    Updates 25.01.2018



    Formuler Z7+ Firmware Version 1.2.16

    • Added new software download integrity checks (Very important for future Updates, more checks after download and trough update)
    • General bug fixes and performance improvements.


    MYTVOnline Version 1.9.6

    • Fixed timeshift audio pause bug.
    • Fixed Channel search bug.
    • Fixed VOD search bug. Direct number input from RCU now accepted.
    • General bug fixes and performance improvements.


    New Language Support Added

    • French - Français
    • Official Post

    Info:


    New Beta is out and the Beta Tester Groups are checking the new Firmware and MYTVOnline now.
    Official release will occur after the software has been thoroughly tested.



    Info FW and MYTVOnline:

    • Formuler Z7+ firmware v1.2.19
    • MYTVOnline v1.9.11


    Below are the major fixes and areas that should be tested first, before the OTA starts:

    • MOL: EPG downloading speed improved
    • MOL: VOD playback issue with certain servers
    • MOL: Z7+ timeshift playback performance improved
    • exFAT external storage bug fixed.
    • MOL: Long Recording playback issues fixed. (Split file playback issue)
    • MOL: Username/Password login issue fixed.
    • MOL: Empty Channel List - Server login issue fixed.
    • Added programmable hotkey feature. System - Hotkey
    • MOL: Added xtreamcodes API and M3u playlist support
    • MOL: Mapped keyboard F7 key to EPG
    • Added drivers for Playstation Dualshock4 controller
    • MOL: Fixed UDP stream recording issue
    • Added support for USB3.0 Gigabit Ethernet adapter. (RTL8152/RTL8153). https://www.amazon.com/Anker-P…k-Notebooks/dp/B014ZOJX7W


    Full release notes will be available later today. Please check this post/thread again. Thank You for your patience

    • Official Post

    Updates 24.04.2018

    • Firmware Version: 1.2.28
    • MYTVOnline Version: 1.9.24


    The April 2018 Z-Series software update has been released and is ready for immediate download.
    This update brings many new features and improvements that were requested from the community.
    Thank you to all the supporters and beta testers for making this release possible.



    Reboot your Z-Series device now to receive the automatic OTA updates.



    Release Notes:

    Firmware Version: 1.2.28

    • Fixed 'Stuck in Standby mode' issue.
    • exFAT external storage bug fixed.
    • Added programmable hotkey feature. System - Hotkey
    • Added new System Update app.
    • Added drivers for Playstation Dualshock4 controller.
    • Added support for USB3.0 Gigabit Ethernet adapter. (RTL8152/RTL8153)
    • Bug fixes and performance improvements.




    MYTVOnline Version 1.9.24

    • TV Series section added.
    • EPG downloading speed improved.
    • Black screen issue patched. (Z7+)
    • Fixed VOD playback issues with certain servers.
    • Z7+ PVR performance improved.
    • Long recording file playback issues fixed.
    • Fixed playback of multi-part recorded files larger than 4GB
    • Username/Password login issue fixed.
    • Empty Channel List - Server login issue fixed.
    • Added xtreamcodes API and M3u playlist support. (Work-in-progress)
    • Mapped keyboard F7 key to EPG.
    • Fixed UDP stream recording issue.
    • Fixed old HLS Startmode issue on Z7+.
    • Event reminders patched.
    • Various portal issues patched.
    • Bug fixes and performance improvements.


    New Language Support Added:

    • Polish - polszczyzna
    • Lithuanian - lietuvių kalba


    Translation Improved:

    • Russian - русский
    • French - Français
    • Official Post

    MYTVOnline has been updated to version 1.9.35.

    The update will be rolling out to all Formuler Z-series models today.


    Many requested features and improvements have been included in this release.


    Updated Models : All Formuler Z-series.

    S-series models will be updated next week.


    Please download the new software from the new Update App in the System Settings menu.



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    Release Notes:

    • XC Portal > Fixed VOD loading issue
    • XC Portal > Fixed Live TV and loading issues
    • XC Portal > Added xmltv EPG feature
    • M3U > Fixed VOD crashing issue
    • M3U > Added xmltv EPG feature
    • VOD > Improved appearance of subtitles. White font with black shadow.
    • Fixed DVB subtitle display issue
    • Fixed 'Stuck in Standby Mode' issue
    • Fixed MYTVOnline startup delay issue
    • Overall EPG performance improvements
    • General bug fixes and performance enhancements
    • Official Post

    Updates 04.10.2018

    • Firmware Version: v1.2.42
    • MYTVOnline Version: 1.9.52


    After rigorous testing, the October 2018 Z-series software update is now available for download.


    We recommend all users download and install this update to bring better features and more stable functionality to their devices. Several critical bugs were patched in this software release.


    Thank you again to all the supporters and beta testers for making this release possible.


    Download the OTA software updates directly from your device using the built-in Update App.



    Release Notes:


    Firmware Version: 1.2.42

    • FIX: Stuck in standby mode
    • FIX: Market > Certain apps not showing in custom markets
    • FIX: Launcher icons not appearing after reboot
    • Added discrete Power ON & Power OFF keycodes (Zx, Z7+)
      • Logitech Harmony device profile updated
    • Custom Android hostname/device name supported.
      • Change from the system menu
    • Market shortcut can be deleted from the home screen
    • FIX: Installer Mode > SYSPIN issue
    • FIX: Installer Mode > Language preset not working
    • FIX: Installer Mode > Power mode preference issue
    • DRIVER: Add Tenda U12 USB WiFi adapter support (Zx, Z7+)
    • Android Security Patch Level : April 2018
    • General performance enhancements, UI improvements, and bug fixes
    • Improved Lithuanian language translation




    MYTVOnline Version 1.9.52

    • Fixed slow performance and crashes due to EPG memory issue
    • Teletext Subtitles supported
    • Manual EPG time offset. Access from the Settings menu
    • Xtream-Codes API portals > TV Series section supported
    • VOD > Continuous play option added. Press the Green hotkey to toggle
    • M3U > All tracks from VOD-only m3u list are parsed and used - regardless of stream file extension
    • M3U > Compressed xmltv EPG archives supported (.gz or .zip)
    • Automatically hide empty groups/categories
    • Added stream codec details. View from the detailed information popup window
    • TV Series Shortcut. Press and hold the VOD button on the remote
    • Remember last selected subtitle preference per channel
    • Improved channel icon caching
    • Improved EPG download performance
    • FIX: EPG description not displayed when using M3U + XMLTV EPG
    • FIX: Black subtitle font when only 1 subtitle track is available
    • FIX: RCU VOD hotkey while in Classic Channel list
    • General performance enhancements, UI improvements, and bug fixes


    • Official Post

    Late October Z-Series Hotfix 25.10.2018

    • Firmware Version Zx / Z7+ : v1.2.49


    Release Notes:



    Firmware Version: 1.2.42

    • FIX: Eco Standby Mode loop issue
    • FIX: 'IPTVLauncher has stopped' boot-up issue
    • FIX: USB WiFi not recognized after soft reboot




    formuler.tv

    • Official Post

    MYTVOnline hotfix for Z-Series devices released

    Version: 1.9.55


    Patch Notes:

    • Inactivity timer improvements
    • FIX: Auto-shutdown issue