Use a standard USB stick (unencrypted, ideally 8GB or smaller). Format it to the FAT32 file system on your PC. The receiver will not recognize NTFS or exFAT formats.
| Feature | Original (2012 FW) | Upgrade 2013 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Android version | 4.0.4 | 4.2.2 | | XBMC video playback | Software decoding only | Hardware acceleration (partially) | | PVR schedule recording | Unreliable (misses events) | Stable (±30 sec accuracy) | | HDMI audio dropout | Frequent (every 10 min) | Resolved | | Root access | No | Yes (built-in) | iclass+9898+xs+pvr+hdmi+upgrade+2013
Comprehensive Guide: iClass 9898 XS PVR HDMI Upgrade (2013 Perspective) Use a standard USB stick (unencrypted, ideally 8GB
: Optimizes data processing speeds across the HDMI port to eliminate delays. Step-by-Step Upgrade Guide | Feature | Original (2012 FW) | Upgrade
Given that this article targets a 2013 upgrade, you might ask: Why bother today?