[GTALUG] PHD-VRX2 Linux-based PVR to scrap

[phiscock at ee.ryerson.ca]

Russell -

I did that software upgrade and it seemed to be successful at the time, so
I think it's some other problem.

Peter

> Since I like to hack away at older equipment and keep it workable I had a
> look at the website. There was a firmware update in August 2014, perhaps
> this is what is needed here.
>
> Sent from mobile.
> On Fri, Jan 22, 2016 at 03:39:34PM -0500, phiscock at ee.ryerson.ca wrote:
>> I have a PHD-VRX2 Linux-based PVR that is misbehaving and I've replaced
>> it
>> with a ChannelMaster unit, so the PHD is being scrapped.
>>
>> It boots up (the display says 'boot') and then after a few seconds, it
>> reboots itself again.
>>
>> If you're handy, you might want to have a go at fixing it. Or check with
>> the company if they can fix it for a reasonable price. Or reprogram it
>> with Myth TV ;).
>>
>> PrimeDTV Technologies, Inc.
>> Anaheim, CA 92807
>> Tel: (714) 630
>> 630- -6899
>> www.primedtv.com
>>
>> I have the user manual and can send it on request. Or you can get it
>> here:
>> http://www.epvision.com/HDTVSTB/phdvrx2main.htm
>>
>> Anyone want to take this away?
>
> That looks pretty nifty.
>
> If I could get such a thing working again my father in law might like it
> (since he uses ATSC for all his television in Montreal).
>
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Peter Hiscocks
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