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The procedure for upgrading Humax software, both official and customised (modified) is detailed below.
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The procedure for upgrading Humax software, both original and customised (Modified) is detailed below.
  
 
==HDR Fox T2==
 
==HDR 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
* Ensure the resulting file name is ''hdr_fox_t2_upgrade.hdf'', place it in the root of a FAT32 formatted USB Flash / disk Drive *
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* Ensure the resulting file is named ''HDR_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf''
* Put the unit into standby using the remote or big button on the front
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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
 
* Make sure that the unit has completely shut down by listening for the hard drive to power down (accompanied by a click)
 
* 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
 
* Remove all USB devices
 
* Plug the USB Flash Device containing the HDF file into a USB port
 
* Plug the USB Flash Device containing the HDF file into a USB port
 
* 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
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* 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 progress is shown on the TV screen
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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
 
* 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
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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
 
* 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
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* 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 adapter, Hard disk Drives etc. (ensure that the HDF file is not present)
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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)
 
* 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
* All current versions of Custom Firmware will display 'CUST 2.12' or similar during boot-up
 
  
  
 
'''To Install a Full Web Interface Continue''' [[Install_Full_Web_Interface | '''HERE''']]
 
'''To Install a Full Web Interface Continue''' [[Install_Full_Web_Interface | '''HERE''']]
 
 
  
 
==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. Flash devices must be formatted in EXT2 using a P.C. program such as GParted “Live” CD, or by using the Custom Firmware package [[FAQs#How_do_I_convert_a_drive_to_EXT2.3F|'''tune2fs''']]. Hard Disk devices should remain in EXT3 as formatted by the HD FOX T2
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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}}
 
 
A Guide to converting a USB flash drive to EXT2 for Custom Firmware operation is [[Converting_a_USB_Flash_Drive_to_EXT2_on_a_HD-Fox_T2 | '''HERE''']]
 
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* [[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
* Ensure the resulting file name is ''hd_fox_t2_upgrade.hdf'', place it in the root of a FAT32 USB Flash / Disk drive *
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* Ensure the resulting file is named ''HD_FOX_T2_Upgrade.hdf''
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* 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
 
* Put the unit into standby using the remote, or power button on the front
 
* Plug the USB Flash device into the USB port  
 
* Plug the USB Flash device into the USB port  
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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
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* 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. The reason for this is not fully understood; however the following tips are known to help :-  
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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 :-  
* Remove any other USB devices and power cycle twice (waiting for HDD spin down each time)
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* 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
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* Removing all other files / full-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
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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