DVR lockup Why does the DVR playback lock up and reset my system? I am thinking there is a problem with the harddrive. Is there a way to format the disk to fix problems or rest from scratch?

Honeywell DVR reset
Here's the step-by-step process:

1. Turn off the DVR.
2. Turn on the DVR.
3. Wait for the DVR front LEDs to blink.
4. Insert a paper clip into the reset hole until you here a clic.
5. Hold the paper clip into this position for 10 to 15s.
6. Release the paper clip.

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And also page 141 of the manual

https://jmacfiles.s3.amazonaws.com/HRGX161-InstallationManual.pdf

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Well it says this

How do I reset my Floureon DVR password?
How do I reset my password on my Floureon DVR? For 5 seconds, press and hold the "PTZ" button on the left. The device could then be reset to factory defaults, with the username "admin" and password "4321." And let me know how that goes for you.

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There is a video as well. The button appears to be hidden inside!

https://www.google.com/search?q=Floureon+dvr+a6908msms+reset+password

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The DVR unit still have power and display functions on the DVR small LED screen indicator on the DVR unit correct?And the DVR unit have not been in used for awhile and alway been plug in the power outlet for power like 24/7 hrs for power correct?Yes to all these questions,possible the DVR unit have software lockup or power glities some where before,possible the DVR unit have lockup and looping the software firmware of DVR unit not responding correctly for to the DVR unit to work or responding to any screen display functions.Tries unplugging the DVR unit for like about an hour and plugging power it back in for the DVR unit for the software to reboot itself.90 to 95% the unit will work again as u first got the DVR unit.

candgr15,

It's possible that after it did the formatting of the DVR it just needs to be reset. Unplug it for 5-10 seconds and plug it back in. It will reacquire signal and the guide.

If that doesn't work run a check switch test from Menu-> System Setup (6)-> Installation (1)-> Point Dish(1). Select check switch then test. Once it's done exit out.

I would also check your timers after the reset to make sure they're setup as they made have been deleted during the reformatting.

Tommy Faust
DISH Network

You have a hard drive failure and will need the unit replaced. Thanks for using Fix Ya.

The ssc duel records with a time signature that allows you to go back to a specific time to view the information on the harddrive. on the front of the dvr there are three buttons and the large round multi button. If you have the unit with vhs backup, then you just press the center small button on the front pannel and you'll get the menu that either allows you to select a time group to watch, or put in the time you want the playback to start. after you start the playback, then you can control the playback with the controls on the large multi function button. If your trying to play back the VHS tape, GOOD LUCK!!!!.....If you have the newer model without the vhs backup...then you have to press the stop button on the large multi function button...andthen press the center small button and then the other small button to the right...then you should be at the menu to play back the video either by selected time/date..or by half hour increments....good luck!!!

no you can't transfer then to another hard drive because of the format they have been saved in, burn them to dvd if you can, try reset the machine to factory settings, this in theory should ironout any clitches

hope this helps

regards

the power is low because you did the
same thing as me not chargeing it before you turn it on first

If the dvr isnt booting the harddrive, then the harddrive isnt seated properly in the removeable harddrive drawer, or the harddrive is improperly formated, or you have the wrong type of harddrive, or the master/slave settings on the harddrive are not set properly (master). what ive found is an 80gig/160gig is the most that these things will handle. and some brands work and some brands don't. and the harddrives have to be IDE/EIDE type drives. but it sounds like a harddrive interface problem. They like the older harddrive formatts/(not xp/vista)....good luck!!!!

Try a system reset by unplugging the unit from all power, wait for 5 minutes and retry. This is an unusual problem...accordianman