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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 ''Download Successful'' will appear on the TV;
 
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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 and then physically unplug the device from the mains;
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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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* Holding down the power button, connect the Humax to the mains;
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* Plug the USB Flash device into the USB port  
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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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* Turn on the TV and switch to the Humax input
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* When the update is complete End will appear on the front display and ''Download Successful'' will appear on the TV.
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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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* 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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* 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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