[HOW TO FLASH] how to flash AMIKO Viper 4K

The Amiko Viper 4K (the original model in this series) is a robust HiSilicon-based receiver. For your enigma2.net readers, it’s important to clarify that this model uses the Maintenance Mode (Recovery Menu) to safely manage its multiboot slots.

Step 1: USB Preparation

• Format: The USB drive must be formatted to FAT32. A high-quality USB 2.0 or 3.0 stick is recommended.

• The File: Download the “recovery” or “mmc” zip file specifically for the Amiko Viper 4K (e.g., OpenATV 7.x).

• Target Path: Copy the .zip file directly to the root directory of your USB drive. Do not unzip it.

Step 2: Accessing the Recovery Menu

1. Power Off: Turn off the receiver using the physical power switch at the back.

2. Insert USB: Plug the drive into the USB 3.0 (blue) port on the side or rear.

3. The Trigger:

   • Press and hold the Power Button on the front panel.

   • While holding it, flip the rear power switch to ON.

   • Keep holding the front button until the “Maintenance Mode” (Recovery) menu appears on your TV screen.

Step 3: Flashing the Image

1. In the menu, select “Flash local image”.

2. Navigate to your USB drive and select the .zip file you just copied.

3. Select a Slot: You have 4 Multiboot slots available (Linux 1, 2, 3, or 4).

   • Select Linux 1 for your primary image.

   • Select another slot if you want to test a new image while keeping your current one safe.

4. Confirm the flash and wait for the “Flashing…” progress bar to reach 100%. Once completed, select “Boot” and choose the slot you just updated.

The flashing process should take approximately two to four minutes to complete, while the receiver
is being flashed it is vitally important that you DO NOT power the receiver down for any reason as
this can cause serious and or permanent damage.