WIWA H265 tuner - the issue of updating via usb / network and network operation

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#151 21780316 14 Dec 2025 12:35

funzen funzen

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21780316 14 Dec 2025 12:35

Latest software for Wiwa H265Pro
HW Version:2.1.RC20.4.3UU
upgrade_7T....2.2.3.bin Download(3.71 MB)Points: 5 for user
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#152 21780320 14 Dec 2025 12:43

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21780320 14 Dec 2025 12:43

I have already downloaded, my fellow forum members helped with points for which I sincerely thank you. Unfortunately, the new soft did not fix the problem. The tuner still reboots when searching for TV stations.
Currently installed soft 5.2.2.3Feb25.2025
HW version: 2.1RC20.4.3UU
#153 21780325 14 Dec 2025 12:48

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21780325 14 Dec 2025 12:48

It is possible that the capacitors in the decoder are failing.
Post pictures of the inside of the decoder.
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#154 21780335 14 Dec 2025 13:06

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21780335 14 Dec 2025 13:06

The capacitors look ok, I think, and I will describe the operation of the tuner below,
On the old firmware (from 2020 I think)
- after switching on I restored to factory settings
- connecting antenna
- searching for programs
- after searching and starting a programme the device resets over and over again
- after disconnecting the antenna from the tuner, the tuner stops resetting
- after restoring to factory settings (deleting program memory) and connecting the antenna the tuner does not restart

After uploading new software (the one from 2025):
- the tuner restarts when searching for programmes.
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#155 21780353 14 Dec 2025 13:24

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21780353 14 Dec 2025 13:24

Well, they actually look ok
And check that with the aerial disconnected and the film running from the memory stick works correctly.
#156 21780375 14 Dec 2025 14:03

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21780375 14 Dec 2025 14:03

Movies from USB are playing.
I searched for programmes without the aerial connected - it got to the end of the station search (of course it found nothing).
After connecting the antenna I searched again - this time it found everything.
But the problem remained: after starting the program, after a few seconds or so, it restarts.
Maybe I will actually replace the capacitors prophylactically....
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#157 21780393 14 Dec 2025 14:18

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21780393 14 Dec 2025 14:18

In the settings, antenna power on or off?
#158 21780399 14 Dec 2025 14:24

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21780399 14 Dec 2025 14:24

I am betting on damage to the receiving head, i.e. the Rafael Micro R836 chip and its components.
Check after removing the sheet metal (metal cover) if the chip heats up a lot.
#159 21780403 14 Dec 2025 14:34

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21780403 14 Dec 2025 14:34

>>21780393 Antenna power off.
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The discussion addresses issues with updating the WIWA H265 DVB-T/T2 H.265 HEVC FULL HD TV tuner via USB and network. The tuner lacks an RJ45 LAN port and relies on USB and Wi-Fi for connectivity, but users report the device not recognizing USB connections properly and failing to establish network connections despite Wi-Fi availability. Network settings in the tuner menu appear inaccessible or empty, preventing manual configuration. Official software updates from WIWA have been discontinued, with the latest official versions around SW V5.2.2.3 (Feb 2025) for newer hardware revisions (HW 2.1.RC20.4.1UU). Users share unofficial firmware files and update instructions, emphasizing the risk of bricking the device when installing unsupported or mismatched firmware, especially across different hardware versions. Firmware updates typically require a FAT32-formatted USB drive and factory reset before and after installation. Some firmware versions improve tuner sensitivity, channel detection, and video playback stability, including fixes for YouTube optimization and subtitle display. The newer WIWA H265 models without LAN ports integrate Wi-Fi modules, but Wi-Fi connectivity remains unstable for some users, with issues like network password acceptance followed by resets and failure to connect. Antenna quality and installation significantly affect signal quality and pixelation, often mistaken for tuner faults. Users recommend verifying hardware versions before firmware updates and caution against mixing firmware across different hardware revisions. Community sources and forums provide firmware files and update procedures, as official manufacturer support is limited or ceased.
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FAQ

TL;DR: Since 2021, exactly 0 official .bin firmware files have been released for WIWA H265 ("It's very risky" [Elektroda, gumisie, post #20039405]), yet community-shared builds like v5.2.2.3 (2025) boost channel count by up to 20 % [Elektroda, java77, post #20414067] Owners should match the HW ID (e.g., 2.1.RC20.4.1UU) before flashing or risk bricking.

Why it matters: A mismatched file shows "INVALID SOFT" and can permanently disable the tuner.

Quick Facts

• Latest community firmware: v5.2.2.3 (25 Feb 2025) – for HW 2.1.RC20.4.1UU [Elektroda, blondynek102, post #21569742]
• Common file size: approx. 8 MB per .bin image [Elektroda, gradek83, post #21371348]
• USB Wi-Fi dongle: MT7601 chipset confirmed compatible [Elektroda, CichyStaszek, post #20967303]
• Typical update time: 90–120 s, device auto-reboots once [Elektroda, 2Tom, post #20824372]
• Wrong file shows "INVALID SOFT" in <10 s [Elektroda, dzg4, post #20740946]

Where can I get official firmware today?

WIWA stopped publishing official .bin packages after mid-2021 [Elektroda, gumisie, post #20040716] The only reliable “official” source is to e-mail serwis@wiwa.info.pl with a photo of your HW/SW screen; they reply with the last supported build [Elektroda, sleszek1, post #21130220]

What is the latest build for H265 / H265 NEW with HW 2.1.RC20.4.1UU?

Community members have shared v5.2.2.3 (dated 2025-02-25); it flashes successfully on H265 NEW units with the identical HW ID [Elektroda, blondynek102, post #21570183]

Which file should Mini LED owners use?

Use upgrade_MINI_LED_V5.2.1.95.bin. It installs cleanly after factory reset on Mini LED HW 2.1.RC20.4.8UU [Elektroda, czarny_alibaba, post #21332053]

How do I update via USB without bricking?

Format a ≤32 GB pendrive to FAT32. 2. Copy the matching .bin to the root. 3. Menu → System → Software update → USB → OK, wait for auto-reboot [Elektroda, 2Tom, post #20824372]

What if I see “INVALID SOFT”?

The file is for another hardware revision. The tuner rejects it within seconds and keeps the old firmware [Elektroda, dzg4, post #20740946] Download the build whose filename contains your exact HW string.

Can I update over Wi-Fi instead of USB?

Yes, but only models with built-in Wi-Fi or a MT7601 USB dongle show “Update via Internet” inside Adapter Applications. Boxes without RJ-45 need the dongle to get a network link [Elektroda, gumisie, #20039330; CichyStaszek, #20967303].

What are the risks of using unofficial firmware?

Wrong firmware can soft-brick; recovery then requires a programmer such as CH341A to rewrite flash manually [Elektroda, gumisie, #20039405; 21577055].

My decoder reboots showing “boot” repeatedly. Fix?

Continuous boot loops often trace to aging electrolytic capacitors in the power stage; replacing bulged caps usually restores stability [Elektroda, gumisie, post #21228275]

After update I receive 15–20 % more channels—is this normal?

Yes. Users reported noticeably higher tuner sensitivity after v5.2.1.56, gaining several multiplexes (≈20 % more channels) [Elektroda, java77, post #20414067]

Picture still pixelates after flashing—why?

Most drop-outs stem from signal quality jumping below 65 %. Check antenna alignment, eliminate LTE interference, or reduce amplifier gain to stop quality swings from 0–90 % [Elektroda, Lukas6432, #20826899; sq3evp, #20827283].

Can I downgrade if the new firmware removes 1080p?

Yes. Flash the earlier v5.2.1.95 through USB; the loader allows downgrades as long as HW ID matches [Elektroda, blondynek102, post #21570183]

How do I back up my current firmware?

Solder clip the SPI flash, read the 8 MB image with a CH341A, and save the .bin before any experiments. “A quick dump avoids permanent loss,” an expert notes [Elektroda, gumisie, post #21577055]