Home Cinema Choice logo

Humax releases firmware update to fix PVR fan noise, PVR-9150T/PVR-9300T models affected

HCC News Team's picture
HCC News Team - 18 November 2008 - 9:00am

Humax has confirmed an over-the-air software upgrade designed to minimise the fan noise on its PVR-9150T and PVR-9300T digital TV recorders.

Its new Smart Fan Control software will ensure that the deck’s fans only start if the PVRs exceed a temperature outside of that necessary for safe operation. After a predetermined time, they will switch off again.

Owners of the PVR-9300T are advised to leave their recorders in stand-by mode overnight between 27th to 29th November. If you have a PVR-9150T, the over-the-air update happens between 5th and 8th December.
Humax is at pains to stress that all of its PVRs manufactured from October 2008 already contain the Smart Fan Control software.

  • In the latest Home Cinema Choice:
    We take an in-depth look at Sharp's remarkable new XS1LED LCD TV, reveal how you can back up your Sky+HD and Blu-ray discs and welcome the return of THX speakers to the UK.
    New to Blu-ray? Check out our list of the Top 50 discs you must see. Free 2009 movie calendar with every issue!
    Love home cinema? Buy HCC 164 out now