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The procedure for upgrading Humax software, (both original and modified) differs slighty for for the HDR and HD models. Please see the relevant section below.
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The procedure for upgrading Humax software, both original and customised (Modified) is detailed below.
  
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{{note|Some USB flash drives are reported not to work. If you have problems, ensure that you do not have a USB extension cable connected and try a different flash drive. On the HDR, priorities for scanning the USB ports vary depending on other connected devices so try both USB ports}}
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==HDR Fox T2==
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* [[Firmware_Downloads | '''Download the firmware''']] and, if it is a zip file, extract it
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* Ensure the resulting file is named ''HDR_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf''
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* Place the file in the root of a FAT32 formatted USB Flash / disk Drive *
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* Put the unit into standby using the remote or the central 'big button' on the Unit
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* Make sure that the unit has completely shut down by listening for the hard drive to power down (accompanied by a click)
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* Remove all USB devices
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* Plug the USB Flash Device containing the HDF file into a USB port
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* Turn on the TV and switch to the Humax input
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* Start up the Humax using the big button on the front of the unit ('''not''' by using the remote control)
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* The software update should begin automatically and the progress shown on the TV screen
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* The initial ''download'' is very quick and then programming takes 2-3 minutes
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* Pauses in the percentage time bar are quite normal
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* If after waiting 15 minutes the progress bar has not completed, power the unit off and back on using the rear switch to re-strart the process
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* A list of possible Error codes that may be displayed are detailed [[Firmware Error Codes|'''HERE''']]
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* When the update is complete End will appear on the front display and ''Success Downloading!'' will appear on the TV
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* Unplug the USB Flash Device containing the HDR_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf file
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* re-connect any other USB devices e.g. Wi-Fi adadper, Hard disk Drives etc. (ensure that the HDF file is not present)
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* Press the big button on the front again to restart with the new firmware
  
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==HDR Fox T2==
 
  
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* Download the firmware and, if it is a zip file, extract it;
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'''To Install a Full Web Interface Continue''' [[Install_Full_Web_Interface | '''HERE''']]
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* Rename the resulting file as ''HDR_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf'' and place it in the root of a FAT32 formatted USB Disk (flash or externally powered);
 
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* Put the unit into standby using the remote or big button on the front;
 
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* Make sure that the unit has completely shut down by listening for the hard drive to power down (accompanied by a click);
 
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* Plug the USB disk into the front or rear USB port;
 
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* Turn on the TV and switch to the Humax input;
 
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* Start up the Humax using the big button on the front;
 
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* The software update should begin automatically and the progress shown on the TV screen. The initial ''download'' is very quick and then programming takes 2-3 minutes;
 
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* When the update is complete End will appear on the front display and ''Success Downloading!'' will appear on the TV;
 
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* Unplug the USB drive;
 
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* Press the big button on the front again to restart with the new firmware.
 
  
 
==HD Fox T2==
 
==HD Fox T2==
  
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* Download the firmware and, if it is a zip file, extract it;
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{{note|The HD Fox T2 requires a USB Flash / Disk Drive with a minimum of 2GB to be connected when operating with Custom Firmware otherwise it will not be possible to install additional software packages, Flash devices must be formatted in EXT2 using a P.C. program such as GParted “Live” CD, Hard Disk devices can be formatted in EXT3 by the HD FOX T2}}
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* Rename the resulting file as ''HD_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf'' and place it in the root of a FAT32 formatted USB Disk (flash or externally powered);
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* [[Firmware_Downloads | '''Download the firmware''']] and, if it is a zip file, extract it
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* Put the unit into standby using the remote, or power button on the front;
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* Ensure the resulting file is named ''HD_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf''
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* Plug the USB disk into the rear USB port, first unplugging any connected hard drive;
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* Place the file in the root of a FAT32 formatted USB Flash / disk Drive *
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* Turn on the TV and switch to the Humax input;
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* Put the unit into standby using the remote, or power button on the front
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* Press and hold down the power button on the front until you see the software update begin, and the progress is shown on the TV screen. The initial ''download'' is very quick and then programming takes 2-3 minutes;
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* Plug the USB Flash device into the USB port  
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* When the update is complete End will appear on the front display and ''Success Downloading!'' will appear on the TV;
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* Turn on the TV and switch to the Humax input
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* Unplug the USB drive;
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* Press and hold down the power button on the front until you see the software update begin, and the progress is shown on the TV screen
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* Reconnect external hard drive;
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* The initial ''download'' is very quick and then programming takes 2-3 minutes
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* Press the power button on the front to restart with the new firmware.
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* Pauses in the percentage time bar are quite normal
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* A list of possible Error codes that may be displayed are detailed [[Firmware Error Codes|'''HERE''']]
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* When the update is complete End will appear on the front display and ''Success Downloading!'' will appear on the TV
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* Unplug the USB Flash Device and delete the HD_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf file
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* Reconnect a USB Flash / Hard Disk drive formatted in EXT2 / EXT3 (See Note above)
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* Press the power button on the front to restart with the new firmware
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'''To Install a Full Web Interface Continue''' [[Install_Full_Web_Interface | '''HERE''']]
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{{note|
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Some USB Flash / Disk Drives* are reported not to work, The reason for this is not fully understood, However the following Tips are known to help :-
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* Ensure no other USB devices are connected
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* Do not use a USB extender cable
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* Removing all other files / full-formatting can prevent file fragmentation
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* Try both USB ports (HDR)
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* Smaller capacity drives seem to work more successfully than large ones
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* Last Resort, Try a different USB Flash Drive
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Latest revision as of 16:18, 8 July 2020

The procedure for upgrading Humax software, both original and customised (Modified) is detailed below.

HDR Fox T2

  • Download the firmware and, if it is a zip file, extract it
  • Ensure the resulting file is named HDR_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf
  • Place the file in the root of a FAT32 formatted USB Flash / disk Drive *
  • Put the unit into standby using the remote or the central 'big button' on the Unit
  • Make sure that the unit has completely shut down by listening for the hard drive to power down (accompanied by a click)
  • Remove all USB devices
  • Plug the USB Flash Device containing the HDF file into a USB port
  • Turn on the TV and switch to the Humax input
  • Start up the Humax using the big button on the front of the unit (not by using the remote control)
  • The software update should begin automatically and the progress shown on the TV screen
  • The initial download is very quick and then programming takes 2-3 minutes
  • Pauses in the percentage time bar are quite normal
  • If after waiting 15 minutes the progress bar has not completed, power the unit off and back on using the rear switch to re-strart the process
  • A list of possible Error codes that may be displayed are detailed HERE
  • When the update is complete End will appear on the front display and Success Downloading! will appear on the TV
  • Unplug the USB Flash Device containing the HDR_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf file
  • re-connect any other USB devices e.g. Wi-Fi adadper, Hard disk Drives etc. (ensure that the HDF file is not present)
  • Press the big button on the front again to restart with the new firmware


To Install a Full Web Interface Continue HERE

HD Fox T2

Note Note: The HD Fox T2 requires a USB Flash / Disk Drive with a minimum of 2GB to be connected when operating with Custom Firmware otherwise it will not be possible to install additional software packages, Flash devices must be formatted in EXT2 using a P.C. program such as GParted “Live” CD, Hard Disk devices can be formatted in EXT3 by the HD FOX T2

  • Download the firmware and, if it is a zip file, extract it
  • Ensure the resulting file is named HD_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf
  • Place the file in the root of a FAT32 formatted USB Flash / disk Drive *
  • Put the unit into standby using the remote, or power button on the front
  • Plug the USB Flash device into the USB port
  • Turn on the TV and switch to the Humax input
  • Press and hold down the power button on the front until you see the software update begin, and the progress is shown on the TV screen
  • The initial download is very quick and then programming takes 2-3 minutes
  • Pauses in the percentage time bar are quite normal
  • A list of possible Error codes that may be displayed are detailed HERE
  • When the update is complete End will appear on the front display and Success Downloading! will appear on the TV
  • Unplug the USB Flash Device and delete the HD_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf file
  • Reconnect a USB Flash / Hard Disk drive formatted in EXT2 / EXT3 (See Note above)
  • Press the power button on the front to restart with the new firmware


To Install a Full Web Interface Continue HERE


Note Note:

Some USB Flash / Disk Drives* are reported not to work, The reason for this is not fully understood, However the following Tips are known to help :-

  • Ensure no other USB devices are connected
  • Do not use a USB extender cable
  • Removing all other files / full-formatting can prevent file fragmentation
  • Try both USB ports (HDR)
  • Smaller capacity drives seem to work more successfully than large ones
  • Last Resort, Try a different USB Flash Drive
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