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* Turn on the TV and switch to the Humax input | * Turn on the TV and switch to the Humax input | ||
* Start up the Humax using the big button on the front | * Start up the Humax using the big button on the front | ||
| − | * The software update should begin automatically and | + | * 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 | * The initial ''download'' is very quick and then programming takes 2-3 minutes | ||
* Pauses in the percentage time bar are quite normal | * Pauses in the percentage time bar are quite normal | ||
* A list of possible Error codes that may be displayed are detailed [[Firmware Error Codes|'''HERE''']] | * A list of possible Error codes that may be displayed are detailed [[Firmware Error Codes|'''HERE''']] | ||
| − | * When the update is complete End will appear on the front display and ''Success Downloading!'' will appear on the TV | + | * 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 | * Unplug the USB Flash Device containing the HDR_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf file | ||
| − | * | + | * Reconnect 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 | * Press the big button on the front again to restart with the new firmware | ||
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==HD Fox T2== | ==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 | + | {{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}} |
* [[Firmware_Downloads | '''Download the firmware''']] and, if it is a zip file, extract it | * [[Firmware_Downloads | '''Download the firmware''']] and, if it is a zip file, extract it | ||
* Rename the resulting file as ''HD_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf'' and place it in the root of a FAT32 USB Flash / Disk drive * | * Rename the resulting file as ''HD_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf'' and place it in the root of a FAT32 USB Flash / Disk drive * | ||
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* Pauses in the percentage time bar are quite normal | * Pauses in the percentage time bar are quite normal | ||
* A list of possible Error codes that may be displayed are detailed [[Firmware Error Codes|'''HERE''']] | * A list of possible Error codes that may be displayed are detailed [[Firmware Error Codes|'''HERE''']] | ||
| − | * When the update is complete End will appear on the front display and ''Success Downloading!'' will appear on the TV | + | * 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 | * 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) | * Reconnect a USB Flash / Hard Disk drive formatted in EXT2 / EXT3 (See Note above) | ||
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{{note| | {{note| | ||
| − | Some USB Flash / Disk Drives* are reported not to work | + | 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 | * Ensure no other USB devices are connected | ||
* Do not use a USB extender cable | * Do not use a USB extender cable | ||
* Removing all other files / re-formatting can prevent file fragmentation | * Removing all other files / re-formatting can prevent file fragmentation | ||
* Try both USB ports (HDR) | * Try both USB ports (HDR) | ||
| − | * | + | * As a last resort, try a different USB Flash Drive |
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 10:16, 2 March 2012
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
- Rename the resulting file as HDR_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf and 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 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:
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
- Rename the resulting file as HD_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf and 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 :-
- Ensure no other USB devices are connected
- 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
