[HOW TO FLASH] how to flash Marvel 1

To flash the Sezam Marvel 1 (often referred to simply as the Marvel), you follow a specific procedure tailored for this high-performance triple-tuner receiver.

Preparation

1. USB Drive: Use a USB stick formatted to FAT32. Older USB 2.0 drives (2GB or 4GB) are highly recommended for better compatibility with the bootloader.

2. Download Image: Ensure you have the correct firmware (OpenATV, OpenHDF, or Egami) specifically for the Sezam Marvel.

3. Extract Files: Unzip the folder on your computer. You should see a folder named egami or sezam.

4. Copy to USB: Inside the folder, there must be a subfolder named marvel.

   • Path: USB Stick -> marvel -> (image files: kernel.bin, rootfs.bin, etc.).

The Flashing Process

1. Power Down: Turn off the receiver using the physical power switch at the rear.

2. Insert USB: Plug the USB stick into the front USB port (located behind the front flap).

3. Power On: Flip the rear power switch to ON.

4. Initiate Flash: * Watch the front VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display).

   • When the display shows “Update?” or “Press Power”, press the Power button on the front panel immediately.

5. Wait: The display will show “Flashing” and usually a percentage count (0% to 100%). Do not interrupt the power until it is finished.

6. Complete: Once the process reaches 100% or says “Done,” the receiver will reboot automatically. You can then safely remove the USB stick.

Important Tips

• Folder Name: Ensure the folder is named exactly marvel. If it is named sezam or marvel1, the box will likely ignore it.

• Force Method: If you can’t get the button press to work, find the file noforce in the marvel folder and rename it to force. This will trigger an automatic flash upon boot.