Before flashing, verify your device's ID. The 9898XS PVR HDMI typically uses the Model ID sdf2a126 . Flashing software intended for a different ID (like the 9696 or 9797 series) can cause the receiver to hang on "BOOT".
1x USB 2.0 port (front or rear), 1x HDMI port, and 1x RS-232 serial port for recovery.
Use a drive with a capacity of 32GB or less, formatted to FAT32 . Larger or NTFS-formatted drives may not be recognized by the receiver. Iclass 9898 xs pvr hdmi upgrade 2013
The 2013 software cycle for the Iclass 9898 XS series focused heavily on stability and expanded multimedia compatibility. For owners of the HDMI-enabled model, this specific update addressed several legacy bugs that hampered long-term usability. Key benefits of the 2013 upgrade include:
Navigate to (the path may vary slightly by older software versions). Select the firmware file and press "OK" to start. Before flashing, verify your device's ID
If your device fails to start after an update, you may need to use the RS-232 Serial Port and a "Loader" tool on a PC to perform a factory recovery.
Picture-in-Picture (PiP) and Electronic Program Guide (EPG) support for up to 7 days. Step-by-Step Upgrade Procedure (USB Method) 1x USB 2
Better playback performance for XviD and AVI video formats through the USB 2.0 port. Key Specifications of the Iclass 9898 XS PVR HDMI
High-definition output via HDMI (480i to 576p/1080p depending on the specific firmware version).
256Mb SDRAM with an internal Flash chip (often the MX25L1605A).