[HOW TO FLASH] how to flash IQON Force 2 Plus

To flash the IQON Force 2 Plus, you will use the Broadcom bootloader procedure. This model is very similar to the “SE” version, but it requires its own specific subfolder name for the firmware to be detected correctly.

1. Preparation

• USB Stick: Use a high-quality USB 2.0 stick. For older Broadcom chips like this, 8GB or 16GB formatted to FAT32 works best.

• Firmware: Download the image specifically for the IQON Force 2 Plus (OpenATV, OpenPLi, etc.).

2. Folder Structure

The receiver looks for the iqon directory and the specific force2plus subfolder.

1. Extract the downloaded firmware .zip file.

2. You should see a folder named iqon.

3. Copy the entire iqon folder to the root of your USB stick.

   • Path: USB:\iqon\force2plus\

   • Contents: Inside the force2plus subfolder, you should see files like kernel.bin, rootfs.bin, and imageversion.

3. The Flashing Process

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

2. Insert USB: Plug the USB stick into the rear USB port.

3. Power On: Turn the back power switch to ON.

4. Initiate Flash:

   • Watch the front panel display.

   • When it detects the USB, it will display a message like “USB” or “Found Image”.

   • Quickly press the Power/OK button on the front panel to confirm.

5. Wait: The display will show the flashing status (e.g., “FLSH”). Do not interrupt the power.

6. Completion: The receiver will reboot automatically once finished.

Pro-Tip for enigma2.net

The Force 2 Plus specifically requires the folder name force2plus. On your site, emphasize that if a user has this specific model but uses the folder for the “Force 2” or “Force 2 SE,” the box will simply skip the update. If the box won’t see the USB stick, advise them to perform a “Full Format” (not quick) to FAT32 or try a different, older USB 2.0 drive.