There is a known bug in the downloadable update to Ford’s Sync 1.1 system as fitted to various models such as the Fiesta, B-Max and Kuga. The problem is caused by the files being generated in the wrong format. Sync 1 was based on Windows Embedded, and therefore requires files Continue Reading
Geeky Tech Stuff
General rambling about technical things, including tips and tricks I feel like sharing.
Product Review: Transcend DrivePro 200 Dashcam
The DrivePro 200 is the midrange model in a range of midrange cameras. The basic model is the DrivePro 100, which simply records. The 200 adds WiFi connectivity, so that footage can be streamed live to a mobile device, and the top model, the 220 has these features plus GPS Continue Reading
Update Ford Audio Bluetooth (with Download)
What It Is The following guide and downloadable file will help you to update the Bluetooth, Voice Control and USB module in the following Ford vehicles. The release date was November 2012, and was the third publicly released firmware update. According to the Ford documentation the update is valid for Continue Reading
Repair or Replace Fiesta Mk7 Hatch Release Button
The Mk7 Fiesta is a very nice car, but it has some minor design flaws. One common problem is the hatchback release button. It is located directly below the rear wiper, which operates through a hole in the tailgate. Unfortunately this hole lets in water and muck, which then runs Continue Reading
Replace Stereo Display Screen Mk7 Fiesta
The following is a guide to replacing the LCD display screen in the dashboard of Mk7 Ford Fiestas. The images correspond to an early (2008-2012) pre-facelift model, but as far as I know the later ones are fitted in the same way. Be sure to get the right part number, Continue Reading
Re-gas Fiesta Mk7 Air Conditioning
Welcome to the first in a series of How-to guides. Unlike most of the geeky articles I write, these will be about car related DIY, which is a small hobby of mine. This first one comes about because I was looking on the internet for information about the Fiesta Mk7 Continue Reading
Product Review: Nikon D5100 DSLR
I enjoy taking photos, and I got good use from my trusty Fujifilm bridge camera, but I decided I wanted something a bit more serious, so with some money from my birthday I got myself a new camera 🙂 Originally I’d been aiming fairly modestly, for a decent second hand Continue Reading
Product Review: Medion Akoya E7214
This is an unusual kind of product review, mainly because it’s for something you can’t buy! This is the official product info, and yes, I did buy it from Aldi, mainly as they offer a 3 year warranty on most electricals. This is my personal laptop, and has been for Continue Reading
Updating Huawei E5776s-32 Firmware
This article describes the steps involved in updating the firmware of the Huawei e5776s-32 4G Router. The necessary update files for Windows users have been uploaded to my web server, to make accessing them easier. For the paranoid (i.e. sensible!!) user the originals are available at the time of writing Continue Reading
RĂ©visez Huawei e5776s-32 En Francais!
TĂ©lĂ©charger ce fichier et ouvrez. Visiter ici, entrer votre IMEI et ecrirez le mot de passe* gĂ©nĂ©rĂ©. Reliez votre routeur par USB, puis attendez alors qu’installer les pilotes ExĂ©cutez Update_UTPS1.12.00.414_MAC1.12.00.414.exe – (nouveaux pilotes) ExĂ©cutez E5776_Update_22.265.11.00.00.exe – *mot de passe requis Update_WEBUI_15.100.09.00.03_E5_V7R1_V3R2.exe Fin! Ou en Anglais