FAQ
TL;DR: For Enigma2 nbox ITI‑5800SX users, disabling DiSEqC delivered a 100% fix here; “After turning off DiSEqC helped.” [Elektroda, gemini159, post #17178123]
Why it matters: This FAQ helps Enigma2 nbox/ITI‑5800SX users fix channel stutter during recording and improve LAN streaming reliability.
Quick Facts
- Proven fix: Turning off DiSEqC in Tuner configuration restored smooth viewing while recording on the ITI‑5800SX. [Elektroda, gemini159, post #17178123]
- Guidance: If you don’t have Astra or a second LNB, disable DiSEqC in the tuner settings. [Elektroda, KIEROWCA_VW, post #17177935]
- Softcam tip: On modchipped units, try oscam10670_sci0 (Blue > SoftcamManager > select > Restart). [Elektroda, rtomek, post #17177506]
- Streaming: The nbox’s internal NIC/card is modest; USB Wi‑Fi can link around 144–300 Mbps with a good router. [Elektroda, tomaszlonski, post #20900057]
- Edge case: Using “Chinese lines” without an operator card causes freezes; DiSEqC state won’t fix that. [Elektroda, tomaszlonski, post #20892995]
How do I fix Enigma2 nbox channels stuttering while recording?
Disable DiSEqC if you use only one satellite/LNB. Go to the tuner’s configuration and set DiSEqC to off. This restored smooth viewing during recording for the OP. Try this before changing softcams or plugins. “Everything works as it should” after this change. [Elektroda, gemini159, post #17178123]
How do I disable DiSEqC in Enigma2 on an nbox?
- Menu > Setup > Tuner configuration (select your DVB‑S/S2 tuner).
- Set configuration for a single LNB and set DiSEqC: No/None.
- Save, then restart GUI or reboot the box. [Elektroda, KIEROWCA_VW, post #17177935]
Why does disabling DiSEqC stop the stutter?
DiSEqC only switches between multiple LNBs. With one LNB, those commands add needless switching and potential misrouting. As one expert said, “it serves no purpose other than changing to the next connected converter.” Removing that layer stabilized viewing during recording. [Elektroda, tomaszlonski, post #20892995]
I only use Hot Bird (no Astra). Should DiSEqC be off?
Yes. If you don’t actually switch satellites, turn DiSEqC off in the tuner configuration. “If you don’t have Astra, turn off diseqc in the tuner configuration.” This prevents unnecessary switching and reduces glitches. [Elektroda, KIEROWCA_VW, post #17177935]
What do people mean by “jamming channels” in this thread?
They mean stuttering or freezing while recording one program and trying to watch another. The OP wrote, “When I start recording one program, you can’t watch other channels because they stutter.” Disabling DiSEqC fixed it for their single‑LNB setup. [Elektroda, gemini159, post #17170412]
Do I need a smartcard to watch encrypted channels on nbox/Enigma2?
Yes. “The card is needed to view coded channels.” Without a valid operator card, encrypted services will not clear, regardless of DiSEqC or softcam settings. This is a baseline requirement for legal reception. [Elektroda, KIEROWCA_VW, post #17173757]
Which oscam build should I try on an nbox (with modchip)?
Try the lower 10670 build. Use Blue > SoftcamManager, pick oscam10670_sci0, press OK, then Red to Restart. “Change the oscam test to a lower 10670.” This helps on units fitted with a modchip. [Elektroda, rtomek, post #17177506]
If it still glitches, is my hardware just too old?
Possibly. The ITI‑5800SX is aging hardware. As one user put it, “He is a pensioner. So he experienced resuscitation.” If fixes fail, consider newer hardware with stronger CPU and better I/O for recording and streaming. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17170056]
Will turning off DiSEqC fix LAN streaming or slow key downloads?
No. DiSEqC doesn’t impact LAN streaming or key retrieval. It only switches LNBs. “Program jams are probably caused by Chinese lines” if you rely on questionable shares without an operator card. Address the source of keys instead. [Elektroda, tomaszlonski, post #20892995]
Is my router to blame for LAN freezes from the nbox?
Not usually. “The LAN stream is only the tuner’s fault,” reflecting the nbox’s modest network performance. Test direct Ethernet and different bitrates. If issues persist, the box’s I/O is the bottleneck, not the router. [Elektroda, tomaszlonski, post #20900057]
What’s a quick way to boost streaming performance on nbox?
Use a quality USB Wi‑Fi adapter if your Ethernet path underperforms. “Sometimes it is better to connect the card to USB WiFi,” which can link around 144–300 Mbps with a good router. This often smooths LAN playback. [Elektroda, tomaszlonski, post #20900057]
How do I collect oscam logs to diagnose freezes?
Enable and review logs in your softcam manager or oscam WebIf, then share key events. “You need logs from the emulator (probably it is oscam) to help you with anything.” Logs reveal decode and server issues quickly. [Elektroda, KIEROWCA_VW, post #17173757]
How can I confirm whether DiSEqC is enabled right now?
Open the tuner (LNB/head) settings and check the DiSEqC option. If you didn’t enable it, it won’t turn on by itself. “It didn’t adjust itself if you didn’t adjust it yourself.” Toggle off for single‑LNB setups. [Elektroda, tomaszlonski, post #20892995]
Does disabling DiSEqC harm multi‑LNB or multi‑satellite setups?
Yes, if you actually use multiple LNBs. DiSEqC exists to switch between converters; you need it then. As noted, it “serves no purpose other than changing to the next connected converter,” which is essential in multi‑LNB systems. [Elektroda, tomaszlonski, post #20892995]
