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Compatable TV Firmware Uploader
digitalsatman
23-12-2007
Hi everyone,

As you may know, I got a new TV (Humax LP32-TDR) on Wednesday, but unfortunately it is running old firmware which is causing crashing. I've e-mailed Humax, and they have sent me updated firmware. The problem is I need something to upload it to the TV via the Parallel port. They recommended I use the serial, but I don't have one.

What software can upload to the TV via the Parallel port?

Thanks a lot and Merry Christmas,

Tom
Nigel Goodwin
23-12-2007
I wouldn't have thought you could?, serial and parallel are completely different things. You 'may' be able to use a parallel to serial converter, but there's no guarantee it would work, and I would have thought the chances are slim.

Presumably you have USB ports?, you've more chance with a USB to serial converter, but it all depends on the exact type of converter, and the Humax software at either end of the link.

But as you've just bought it, presumably a service agent should come out and perform the update anyway?.
digitalsatman
23-12-2007
It's hired, and the installers wouldn't have a clue!

It's a parallel to serial lead BTW, if that helps.
iDan
23-12-2007
Don't think you've got a chance.

Not entirely sure if the Humax can be updated via the CAM slot, Sharp and a few others certainly can.

Ask Humax if this is possible and if they can provide it, otherwise, ask where their nearest service agent is.
bobcar
23-12-2007
Just get a USB to serial convertor, they're quite cheap and should work unless the Humax downloader software is really naff.

Example from quick google (I've not done an extensive search). http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Usb-2-0-To-9-P...QQcmdZViewItem
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