Hi all.
I have the same problem with my 14 month old Humax PVR (500GB). I originally posted the problem on Google, half expecting to find that my recorder had a failed HD, but was surprised to find this thread. I have tried the suggestion of downgrading the firmware and then upgrading to the lastet. The problem disappears with the old firmware, but re-appears with the latest firmware. So I guess I need to delete the file mentioned earlier.. But my question is where can I get the customised firmware that will allow me to Telnet to the Humax, and how do I install it?
My Humax Forum » Freeview HD » HDR FOX T2
Permanent *Deleting...
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| Sat 2 Mar 2013 18:11:13 #71 |
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mrstixx - 36 minutes ago »
So I guess I need to delete the file mentioned earlier.. But my question is where can I get the customised firmware that will allow me to Telnet to the Humax, and how do I install it?Start at http://wiki.hummy.tv/wiki/Main_Page Note that the process has been simplified; just use Maintenance Mode, no need to delete files manually. You install the custom firmware in exactly the same way as a normal firmware update.
| Sat 2 Mar 2013 18:51:45 #72 | -
hi Martin,
thanks for that. Just performed the process without any problem. Permanent deleting message gone now. Also thanks to all others who have contributed to this thread.
| Mon 4 Mar 2013 14:41:09 #73 | -
mrstixx - 4 hours ago »
Just performed the process without any problem. Permanent deleting message gone now.For the benefit of others who read this thread could you give a bit more detail about the process. (I understand the theory but haven't actually had to do it myself so far (fingers crossed)).
| Mon 4 Mar 2013 19:38:24 #74 | -
Hi Martin and others,
fyi
To get in to the humax box to delete the file, these are the steps needed:-
1 - Install customised firmware - I used HDR_FOX_T2_1.02.29_mod_2.15
2 - Enable telnet client in Windows 7 on laptop ( Control Panel > Programs > Programs and features > Turn Windows features on or off)
3 - Connect laptop to turned ON humax box via crossover network cable (Under £5 from a local shop). I was able to connect my Humax direct to my home home network switch
4 - Open up COMMAND PROMPT on the laptop: Start > ALL PROGRAMS > ACCESSORIES > COMMAND PROMPT
5 - View the network details of the new network connection and make a note of them, especially the IP Address of the Humax box obatined from the Humax PVR network settings
6 - Enter the command: telnet <IP ADDRESS OF THE HUMAX BOX>
7 - Select the option for the Humax# prompt, then type the following four commands:
/etc/init.d/S90settop shut
rm /mnt/hd1/filebglastop.dat
rm /tmp/.humaxtv.holddown
killall sleep
8 - Check that the * Deleting... tag has gone from the Video menu
9 - Reboot the machine.
10 - Check that it is all working properly!Took less than 5 minutes from start to finish
| Mon 4 Mar 2013 20:22:04 #75 | -
Hi all,
just a note to add to my previous post.
The steps mentioned to remove the permanent "Deleting" message, were gathered from posts withing this thread, so I don't claim any credit for the hard work and knowledge of others. Just very greatful to all those who posted and helped.
| Mon 4 Mar 2013 20:32:36 #76 | -
While these steps still work, the recommend approach now is to just perform a full disk check via the telnet menu. The *Deleting issue often indicates some form of disk corruption so it is wise to perform a full disk check. At the end of the check, the disk check process prompts you about the *Deleting problem and will fix it automatically for you.
Even though you've resolved your initial problem, I would still suggest you go through the disk check process.
So the recommend approach is:
7. Choose option 1 from the menu '1 - Restart into maintenance mode.'
8. Confirm then wait for the box to restart into maintenance mode.
9. Reconnect via telnet and choose option 1 from the maintenance menu '1 - Check and repair hard disk (fix-disk).'| Mon 4 Mar 2013 21:54:42 #77 | -
Hi all,
Just an update for this thread.
Problem happened again today, this time I followed the recommended approach, as mentioned above by af123. It took some time - nearly an hour, and there were many long periods where nothing appeared to be happening, but it eventually conpleted. Lets hope it doesn't happen again.
Just one quick question though - does anyone think that maybe my hard drive is on it's way out?
| Thu 21 Mar 2013 16:09:41 #78 | -
The latest version of the Custom Firmware will monitor and warn you if it sees any deterioration in your hard disk's health
| Fri 5 Apr 2013 13:39:35 #79 | -
Really appreciate the time & effort people have taken to post this Telnet fix (since the downgrade to 1.0.9 & back up to 28 didnt fix the problem). Would have undoubtedly binned the machine and bought a new one, or at least been without for weeks whilst it was away for expensive repair.
| Mon 22 Jul 2013 9:56:40 #80 |
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