software updates

chumby client version 2.6 patch

Release Date: April 14, 2008

The control panel update is for all chumbys running chumby client 1.4 or higher. To receive the control panel v2.6 patch update, turn off your chumby and then turn it back on for the automatic update.

What's New

We will continually change and improve chumby to benefit our users. This control panel version introduces a host of new audio and alarm features in addition to improvements and fixes to the chumby system.

New Features

The New York Times Podcasts added as streaming internet audio source or alarm audio source
CBS Podcasts added as streaming internet audio source or alarm audio source
The chumby will disconnect itself and display the default blue clock when there are network connection problems. The chumby will automatically attempt to reconnect when it detects that the network has returned

Improvements and Fixes

Improved alarm system reliability
Improved fault tolerance if streaming audio source is detected as unavailable (system will beep)
Improved post-alarm actions for alarms with internet streaming audio source
Better Night mode system management
Improved audio selection interface
Improved widget timing to adhere to user specified play time

For a more detailed description of control panel features please visit http://www.chumby.com/help/control_panel. If you have feedback or questions, contact us at Customer Support.

Noted bugs fixed

wi-fi/networking

1525 - After detecting a network loss the control panel should attempt to reconnect to the last known wi-fi network
1728 - After the network is reconnected the chumby should report the correct chumby activation status
1686 - The default clock stops keeping time current when the network is disconnected

audio/music sources

1740 - MyMusic playlist not refreshed with a USB drive change
1563 - MP3/iPod playback does not complete after alarm
1768 - When an internet stream is lost the Current and Now Playing status are not always in sync
1776 - Podcast currently playing is highlighted and scrolled to when returning to the podcast interface

clocks and alarms

1703 - When alarm audio source is unavailable the alarm should use default beep tone
1704 - Alarms set to forever do not sound
1725 - MediaFly audio does not stop for alarm lengths over 15 minutes
1420 - Snoozing alarm from top of chumby should consistently return to night mode if in night mode
1731 - Bugle and klaxon alarm audio last longer than specified
1760 - Modifying the date or time for a One Time alarm will deselect the Set checkbox

general

1705 - Re-enabled the Flash Player 24 hour restart flag
1643 - If a widget is in stay mode it should be reloaded with any updates to its configuration during a channel reload
1694 - If a user does not interact with an interactive widget it should run for the user specified time
1684 - Support for long custom widget names

Update Process

To receive the control panel v2.6 patch update turn off your chumby and then turn it back on for the automatic update.

Known Issues

Large number of iPod songs support still pending.

If you need more details on these or other issues, or have any questions, please contact Customer Support or post to the Chumby Forum.

General Troubleshooting

Please first refer to the FAQs for information on possible workarounds for any of the issues mentioned. If the problem still persists, contact Customer Support or post to the Chumby Forum for additional help.

The chumby feels hot after running for a long time: This is normal. The chumby may feel warmer than other gadgets with an LCD screen but it is operating within its normal temperature range.
The touchscreen on the chumby seems to be unresponsive at times: If you use too large of an area of your finger when pressing the touchscreen, the touchscreen may not accurately register the action. Press the touchscreen using just the tip of your finger or your fingernail.
If your widgets play slowly or do not show content (i.e., weather widget is blank): The chumby may be out of the wi-fi signal range or disconnected from the network. Try moving the chumby closer to your wi-fi access point.
The chumby only shows a clock and is not able to show any of your widgets: The chumby is not connected to the network.
When starting the chumby, the downloading progress bar does not move, does not switch to the next screen, or after downloading shows a black screen: The most common problem is a weak wi-fi signal. Try moving the chumby closer to your wi-fi access point.
Your chumby sits on the "Downloading the control panel" screen and the progress bar has not moved in a long time: The chumby may have a very weak wi-fi signal or may be disconnected from the network. Try moving the chumby closer to your wi-fi access point.