Install Modified Firmware

The procedure for upgrading Humax software, both official 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 name is hdr_fox_t2_upgrade.hdf, place it in the root of a FAT32 formatted USB Flash / disk Drive *
• Put the unit into standby using the remote or big button on the front
• 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
• The software update should begin automatically and 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 containing the HDR_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf file
• Reconnect any other USB devices e.g. Wi-Fi adapter, 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
• All current versions of Custom Firmware will display 'CUST 2.12' or similar during boot-up

To Install a Full Web Interface Continue HERE

HD Fox T2

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, or by using the Custom Firmware package tune2fs. Hard Disk devices should remain in EXT3 as formatted by the HD FOX T2

A Guide to converting a USB flash drive to EXT2 for Custom Firmware operation is HERE

• Download the firmware and, if it is a zip file, extract it
• Ensure the resulting file name is hd_fox_t2_upgrade.hdf, place it in the root of a FAT32 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:

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 :-

• Remove any other USB devices and power cycle twice (waiting for HDD spin down each time)
• Do not use a USB extender cable
• Removing all other files / re-formatting can prevent file fragmentation
• Try both USB ports (HDR)
• As a last resort, try a different USB Flash Drive