Posts by raven0581

Quote from SAM

1. How to use MAC/ID portal, Xtreme Codes Api (XC) and M3U Url on Formuler Boxes.

2.

Sure, you are starting with this url for first time and the vod informations must first time to be loaded in full, this takes time. Let the box in peace populate until end and next time it works faster with cache.

After VOD is fully loaded all works fine...but after I disconnect and close MyTv app and reconnect it will again begin loading VOD as if for 1st time...this every time I disconnect and reconnect. Happened with 2 different URL's which supplier sent me and which incidentally also only worked if I inputted username and password (login needed) and NOT Url address only like before. I have now been given another URL and this time VOD loads immediately and stays loaded even after I close and reconnect and MyTv app connects with only Url address.

further to my original query.....I have since gone back to my previous Portal and now connection works like before...only Portal address needed and VOD/TV Series list is available once connected immediately. But same question remains....does it have to do with the way the new Portal works? or the way that MyTv Online 2 handles different portals??

I have renewed my 12 month IPTV subscription and my supplier has given me a new portal address. I deleted my previous connection and added a new portal connection with the new line....but now it does not connect.....for the connection to work I have to tick 'login required' and input my username and password to connect. Is this part of the recent MyTv Online 2 update or is this from my IPTV supplier. I have 2 subs...1 with Mac Address for my Z8 and an M3u list for my other android box. Also after connecting and I want to go to the VOD section, before the VOD section was immediately available now when I click on VOD it goes to the 'preparing VOD' screen page and loads the VOD and TV Series list which takes quite some time. Thanks

Quote from SAM

Only small quantity of normal Z8 got this update, it was only 1 day OTA and gone offline. The reason is widevine and their security politic. Formuler can do nothing in this case to rollout such key update on older boxes! Through manufacturing on newer boxes it is ok, because the install happens on secure industry level.

Like 175n already wrote, Z8 pro and all newer devices manufactured by Formuler in 2021 have Widevine L1 DRM.

Well this seems to me not very good for those like me who own 'Older' Formuler Z8 box. This defeats the whole purpose of why I chose to buy this box....that is to have all my Android apps and IPTV MyTVonline on the same device... which is no longer the case because of this issue. I think that Formuler should try and do more so that this is remedied. Not everyone is inclined to go and buy a newer box when the ones we have should be enough. Formuler should be able to offer this update as a download and find a way that customers can install it from flashdrive like other devices. Thanks for your honest reply.

Quote from 175n

Formuler Z8 does not have Widevine L1 DRM. Z8 has the lower Widevine L3 DRM. Z8 Pro has Widevine L1 DRM.

Newer Android TV versions of Prime Video require Widevine L1 DRM. This is the reason for the HDMI error on the newer versions of the Prime Video app.

All new devices manufactured by Formuler in 2021 have Widevine L1 DRM.

Post a comparison video so we can look at it.

After seeing your post/reply to my thread I searched and found this post (not on this forum) from 1 year ago which said...so asking if this is true.....and how to check on my Z8.

Widevine L1 is now on Formuler Devices

Did the official update on my Z8 Today and noticed it installed Widevine L1 DRM. Now most/all of the android TV versions of major provider apps work on your Z8, in 1080p as well as 4K!!!!

They even added a new skip ahead feature to Live TV check it out.

I have since checked my Z8 with DRM Info but found I have L3 DRM. Many other posts from different forums state that Official Z8 update from August 2020 came with L1 DRM...can someone look into this. Thanks

Quote from SAM

Please read my post again: Other version of "Prime Video Android TV app" <- Android Tv version of this app do not need any mouse cursor and i did not spoke about unlinked!

Thank you for your help....I did read your post and I have installed Prime Video app from Aptoide and yes it does work but when I want to choose from top ribbon between 'Movies and TV Shows or Kids or vice-versa I need to choose mouse cursor. With the remote buttons it is fiddly and not always works. The 'Prime Video' app in unlinked works better with remote but does not playback content due to 'HDMI error' which is very unusual error and has something to do with the app coding and not with the Box. I will keep using the Original Prime App since the unlinked one is of no use at it is...... and thank you again....PS...same app (Original NOT unlinked) on other Android box works great with remote...only on Z8 does not 100%...

Quote from raven0581

Is there no-one who can help on this topic?

I have already mentioned that the app you have mentioned I did install it and it works properly BUT this same app needs mouse intervention to choose between 'Movies...Shows...etc from top ribbon. The other app from 'unlinked' folder seems better suited to TV BUT has the error I mentioned in my original thread...ie: HDMI error.

Is there no-one who can help on this topic?

Hi.....I have installed Prime Video app from 'Unlinked' but when I try to play Video an error comes up saying that there is an HDMI connection problem. Playback from within the original Prime Video app from Playstore or Market Place works properly. Anyone can help? As this 'Unlinked' app is better suited for TV as it works 100% with remote unlike original app which needs mouse interventio to choose categories for example. Thanks

Have just bought a Formuler Z8 pro as a present to my daughter's partner and very disappointed that Netflix does not work on this device. Why so? Is there a modified Netflix APK that works with this Z8 Pro?? I bought her this box specifically so they can have both IPTV and Netflix on same device but unfortunately it isn't so it seems. Any easy solutions?

VFormat button on remote controller does not function...only 2 options and both do not work...probably from last update. Can this issue be resolved please?? At the moment there is no way to change aspect ratio of channels which do not auto change their picture format. Thanks

Quote from SAM

This TV setting (TV sensor auto dimming) have on many other Tv`s different name. Please find this sensor auto dimming setting on your TV and turn it off. For Samsung -> https://www.samsung.com/uk/support/tv-…hten-by-itself/

Don't think that this is TV setting as I have also a Media Box and Local TV Stations Digital Box connected to same TV without any auto dimming. This only happens on Z8.

Quote from Mevi

If you hold the v.format button on your remote, there you will have display settings. Check also the display settings on your tv.

Changed v.format to 'user defined'...bit better but still auto dimming when browsing through settings or storage in certain apps. Thought it is something to do with display power settings but can't find anything relevant.

When browsing through Z8 settings or even browsing in apps like VLC or Archos Player through my external storage display dims and brightens automatically which really is annoying. Is there a way to stop this and keep the desired brightness??? Thanks

Is there a way to show only titles instead of thumbnails in VOD like on other boxes? or is this also provider specific? thanks

Quote from inbed79

your provider has now removed the mac from stb emu thats why you are geting blocked by provider

so you can only use 1 line as its easy to chance the mac on stb emu and ues it on another device

Ah! I see.....because you can write your own Mac Address on StBemu and so use the connection on another device which is not allowed. Ok..now i get it...thanks

I have StBemu app installed on my Z8 which I used successfully to connect with my Provider's IPTV URL when there was the issue with MyTvOnline2 which was solved with Mac Address refresh from Provider's part. I since left StBemu installed just in case. Today I tried to connect with StBemu instead of MyTvOnline2 but connecting gives device blocked by provider error. Why does this happen if both apps use same device Mac Address and I only use 1 app at a time. So I cannot have more than 1 app configured for same provider?? MyTvOnline2 connects without issues. Many thanks

Quote from pistons32

Ask your provider to re-activate your MAC address. I think that's what raven0581's provider did with his MAC.

Yes..that is what my Provider did..but I am using URL not M3U link like orm123....so maybe he has different issue...but he still could try that out.

Quote from orm123

I am experiencing the same issue. I connect 100% to provider but black screen. Was working fine yesterday. I went back to factory settings and only app I reinstalled was my VPN.

Connect 100% to provider but black screen. Provider checked and said there is no problem with my M3u line which I have connected via Playlists

I have never installed the beta version and my box shows under "software update" I am running 2.06 v1.4.22 dated July 23, 2019.

I would be grateful for any guidance

Try a different android app instead MyTvOnline2 for your M3U link and see if it works so you can know if it is problem from Provider or from MyTvOnline 2 app.

Quote from adrilang

Bear in mind that some providers are no longer using Xtream Codes.

many providers that have downgraded their XC version means they’re using a hacked one which really is not advisable even if it does get people back online quicker.

A lot of providers are testing and moving panels away from XC; this means providers will need to speak direct with Formuler and other DEVs to work out a solution.

For the end user it’s just a waiting game. If you’ve got a good provider they should be keeping you well informed!

Exactly....My Provider has moved onto some kind of New Panel and that is why I had issues on my Z8 or specifically MyTvOnline2. Until Provider fixed the issue I installed StbEmu Android app which works perfectly for those who have IPTV URL and not M3U link. I intend to keep this app just in case future issues crop up.

Quote from wannelly

Same issue with myself. Updated to latest software and still same issue.

Now using Stbemu and works perfectly.

Mytvonline loads to 89 percent then restarts box. Will not load at all.

My Provider has fixed issue regarding loading of his URL on MyTvOnline2....he asked me for my Mac Address again and told me to restart Z8 and try again and now it works...

Quote from SAM

Folks, please understand that the reboots after connect with provider doesn`t come from last or Beta update, it comes from changed panel on some affected provider servers! Read news on google what happen and you will understand.

But will Formuler try to solve this issue with Providers who are using New Panel or is it the Provider who has to come out with a fix?? I have this issue with my IPTV Provider and for the time being have resolved this issue by installing and using StbEmu Android app which uses URL connection. But this defeats the usage of the Z8 MyTvOnline2.

Re-update IPTV Portal issue....still same problem with my IPTV provider Portal....have since installed StbEmu Android app on my Z8 and Portal loads without any problem. This confirms that issue is being caused by incompatibility between NEW Panel used by my Provider and MyTvOnline2. Provider also said that other clients using formuler boxes are having no issues loading Portal...which suggests that they are either using Z7 or Z8 WITHOUT latest version of MyTvOnline2. Anyone still have issues and any solutions. Can Formuler investigate and maybe offer a patch or update.

Quote from Mevi

How are you connected to that provider? Did you try to connect with m3u link?

Had a response from my provider...told me to wait a few more days and see what progress is made. If issue is not resolved...yes I will try M3U link either on the Z8 or will use my old VU+zero.....

Seems that it is a problem from some developer on new IPTV system that providers are working on given the recent attacks....

Today tried Portal again...same issue...Portal either loads till 99% and box freezes and restarts..or Portal loads 100% but portal menu does not show and Portal freezes on loading page with a channel open underneath...box then restarts. On both scenarios remote unresponsive...no exit no back no home. Since this issue no new apps installed and only latest Z8 software update done. Cannot try other IPTV provider as I do not have and unfortunately my Provider is not returning any email messages....seeing that other who have same issue even after beta software install or total reset still no joy will wait to see what happens.....

Quote from 175n

You previously said your provider was experiencing technical difficulties. The Z8 software update has nothing to do with it.

How can you be so sure?

Quote from jacknjuls

I'm having the exact same issue.

So....anyone else having this issue after latest MyTvOnline2 update?? any other solutions? thanks

I said that my IPTV provider like many others these last days had to reprogramme because of the raids on certain IPTV and XtremeCodes....he is still using the same Portal address......why should this freeze the Z8?? Freezing the Portal I can understand but freezing the whole box with even the remote unresponsive seems to me other reason. I am trying to proceed without having to reset the whole box and go to previous MyTvonline2 version to see if it is provider problem without losing all my installed apps.

As you pointed out ONLY way to delete or edit my IPTV settings is to disconnect network. This for me is pointing that MyTvonline app latest update is to blame.....is there a way to go to previous version without resetting whole Z8 Box?? or maybe there is an another 3rd party app which I can install and try out to figure out what is at fault? thanks for your help

i will try but very difficult as of now getting answer from provider with all that has happened...I will wait and see what happens. But I still cannot comprehend why or how I cannot delete or edit my present MyTvonline2 settings.....how can I do this with box restarting?? Does that not show that it is problem with Z8?

What is XC API connection??

Hello....after recent IPTV downtime my provider has re-established service but NOW when I load IPTV Portal (which hasn't changed address) the usual panel come up but remote is unresponsive...you cannot choose any item...and after a few seconds Z8 box restarts on it's own. Never happened before. Software on Z8 latest. Cannot even edit or delete IPTV and re try with other. Any solutions please?? Thanks