Humax PVR-9300T Freeview+ Recorder, 320GB Hard Drive, Twin Tuner HDMI+ REMOTE

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Over eight million households on certain benefits and tax credits will receive their second cost of living payment from today (Tuesday 31 October). I've had my unit since about late 2011 and have never been able run a software update on it, the version showing is UPTTF 1.

In fact the only operational flaws we could find were minor ones – to enter the list of recorded programmes, you have to enter the setup menu rather than simply hitting a button on the remote. The HDMI connection means that you have a single cable for your digital video and audio content, be it direct to the TV or into an AV receiver. Performance is first class, it's easy to use and it delivers its wealth of features with a slickness missing from most Freeview PVRs on the market. Seeing all tested out but unable to find a master boot record to repair – I just Fdisked and formatted the disc from the HUMAX to the Etc3 linux format this link is helpful http://www.this proprietary format takes the HDD out of any real use for anything outside the PVR until it is reformatted to ext3 or other non proprietary format. Powered off/on to unlock it and all looked ok; except for the shortened recording which has a weird icon alongside it in the list: a small yellow rectangle overlaid with a green circle and a minus sign in the middle. Problems of this type can also be caused if the PVR is receiving signals from more than one transmitter. Chris has been the Editor of Pocket-lint since 2012, guiding the coverage across all areas of technology during that time. Re Colins point, I definitely receive signals from other transmitters: Some Central from The Wrekin and occasional Welsh stuff.

but this is not the case - sound comes through fine and the only other option i can choose under soundtrack button is one that makes the sound turn off so that function is no good to me. When trying to watch some programmes recorded a few months ago, the playback jumps forward by several seconds at intervals throughout the programme, almost as if the playback head is being diverted by 'dirt' or 'hairs' on the hard drive. This could present a minor problem for those who want to integrate the PVR into an existing Freeview set-up, but for those looking to "go digital" for the first time, it is less of an issue. Beauty Advent calendars are significantly pricier than chocolate ones, but they've become increasingly popular in the last few years as a way of bagging beauty products at a fraction of the normal cost.The plan was to put the new disk in, format it and if all was well, transfer the files from the old disk.

inch SATA Hard Drive – I discovered somewhat later after the Humax was working properly that there is a format utility included – although the forums suggest that this does not work well. Its stance of putting consumers first is protected and enshrined in the legally-binding MSE Editorial Code. Colours are vivid and accurate, edge stability is first-rate and setting recordings is brilliantly simple, thanks to an easy-to-understand seven-day EPG.The Humax is available in two forms: the first, tested here, has a 320GB hard-disk good for 200 hours of recording. model is PVR9300T Have purchased the latest new model, it is a SMART device, and not as user friendly as the old device. During TV viewing, you can summon the 'iPlate', which provides more information about the current programme than any rational being could ever need. An indication that signals are being received from more than one transmitter is that the EPG has entries in the 800 series channel locations. The recording schedule clearing itself is a well known problem (on the 9300 and 9150) and once it starts to effect a box it is almost impossible to get rid of.

Yes but there is a limit to the total number of files that makes it of limited use but I am aware of several people who have fitted 750MB drives. There are also four devilishly addictive games embedded in the firmware, which help pass the time when there’s nothing on TV. The other important feature of the PVR-9300T is its Freeview+ compatibility (formerly Freeview Playback) which makes it nigh-on impossible to miss your favourite programmes. Europe's busiest forums, with independent news and expert reviews, for TVs, Home Cinema, Hi-Fi, Movies, Gaming, Tech and more.You are also informed if series linking is possible, which it usually is, and given the option to enable this feature. If so a new box won't be the answer, try looking at your aerial installation and ask your neighbors if they get the same signal strength variations.