After a much long wait, we are announcing DVBLink for HDPVR 2.0 Beta 2. While you wont see it, this version has seen its internals re-organized and re-written to help with maintenance and issues. The additional improvements are:
- Added a “Stream Saver” feature to get rid of the infamous “No TV Signal” message. That is, if the HD PVR Streaming is lost, we feed a dummy stream that Media Center continues recording “unknowingly”. This way, if you have an “on-device-error-power-cycle” hook present, Media Center won’t abort your recording.
- Added support for sub-channel numbers (ex: 700.1 or 700-1)
- Much improved MCE Compatible IR support (fixed the frequency bug AND the port selection)
- Improvements and bug fixes to line-up editor.
- Added the ability to change the “set-top-box” number for your channels in your line-up.
- Hardware fingerprint changed to use Ethernet MAC address.
- Fixed the registration dialog for all platforms.
This version is for DVBLink for HDPVR experienced users that want to give a shot at the new features and for users experiencing issues with version 1.0.2.
Since this version now uses the Ethernet MAC address as the hardware fingerprint, you will need to request a new activation key. All future releases as well will move to this new hardware fingerprint method.
That means:
- If you have a registration key for DVBLink for HDPVR, your registration key won’t be compatible with 2.0 Beta and 1.0, however you license will still be valid and you will be able to request a new registration key.
- If you don’t have a registration key for DVBLink for HDPVR and you have installed the 30-days version, the trial counter will get reset with the 2.0 Beta 2 installation, for an additional 15 days.
- If you buy a license using the 2.0 Beta 2, the registration key won’t be compatible with the 1.0.2 version, but it will be with the future 2.0 version. You however will be able to request a key for the 1.0.2 if you decide to use it instead of the 2.0.
DVBLogic is also working on an automated registration key generator that wont require human intervention. Keep tabs on it on DVBLogic website and forums.
We are proud to announce the availability of the version 2.0 Beta. This version offers a lot in terms of improved usability and simplicity. The major improvements are:
- Full support for Multiple HD PVRs
- Built-in line-up editor in HDPVRBridge Properties (simplified version based on GuideTool)
- Read more…
There is currently a problem with the registration dialog on Windows 64 bits. This problem is currently under investigation but a workaround is now available, until the problem is fixed.
Workaround installation instructions:
- Unzip the workaround file
- Copy registerhdpvr.exe in C:\Program Files\DVBLogic\DVBLink\Sources\<your source name>.
- Execute registerhdpvr.exe to bring up the DVBLink for HDPVR registration dialog (or a message that trial is expired).
Download the workaround from below.
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download: RegisterHdpvr (3.44KB)
added: 24/07/2009
description: Windows 64 bits registration fix
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This version includes the following bug-fix:
- Includes an updated DVBLink installer that allows background scanning disabling
To update from a previous version, please follow these instructions.
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This version includes small bug-fix:
- Corrected error message that could be displayed on some extenders
- Corrected the “Unable to save your settings” message when updating channels in ConfigTool.exe
To update, please follow these instructions.
Note: In case you already had 1.0 installed, you can skip re-installing the DVBLink software.
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We are proud to announce the official first release of DVBLink for HDPVR 1.0.
Here is a list of the improvements offered by DVBLink for HDPVR over DVBSBridge for HDPVR:
- Removed dependency on mc2xml for Guide data, replaced by the full Microsoft guide
- Added Idle mode to avoid streaming when HD PVR is not in use
- Added support for stand-by/sleep
- Improved support for Microsoft Media Center Compatible IR Receiver/Blaster
- Added Media Center notifications for important information about acquisition lost/resume
- Generally improved stability
- Improved documentation: step-by-step installation instructions and FAQ
Read more…
The RC3 version includes several fixes since the original RC:
- Fixed standby mode, now stops the acquisition properly.
- Fixed the “Needs manual power cycle” looping message.
- Read more…
We have had reports of problems with the Sleep/Standby mode with the RC1 and also problems with the “Needs manual power cycle”. We are releasing an update of the RC1 DLL with the following improvements:
- Fixed standby mode, now stops the acquisition properly.
- Fixed the “Needs manual power cycle” looping message.
- Read more…
We are proud to announce a new step in the making of DVBLink for HDPVR!
Here are the news features introduced by this version:
- Added support for idle mode when Media Center is not using the HDPVR
- Added support for Windows standby
- Read more…
The Beta 1 is expired. However, since we did not provide a Beta 2 we have decided to provide an extension period to the Beta 1. Here are the instruction to install the extension:
- Install DVBLink for HDPVR Beta 1 if this is not already done (no need to re-install to use the extension)
- Stop the DVBLink Service
- Read more…
