Decoder & Setup/Startup Query

[three_sheds]

After having lots of problems scanning channels recently with GBPVR, I've taken the plunge and rebuilt my PC with NPVR 1.5.21 and have to say that the scanning is now fantastic! So much quicker, finds more channels, no problems!

On the whole everything else is good too, but I do have one or two issues/queries.

Previously I had VMR Fullscreen Exclusive selected. That option no longer exists. I'm running XP, am I correct in thinking EVR is only for Vista users? Should I choose VMR7,9 or Overlay? Possibly related, I couldn't run the link that sub gave to the latest DirectX (as it's for PCs with an internet connection - mine is stand-alone). So, I downloaded directx_Jun2010_redist.exe and ran the DXSetup application it contained. Do I have the correct DirectX version as a result?

I also used my old .net file which is version 2.0 - is that adequate?

When fast-forwarding, GBPVR used to display a timeline at the top of the screen so that you could see where in the recording you were. NPVR doesn't seem to have this, is there a way to turn one on?

In the past, I've avoided using .ts file and stuck with .dvr-ms, because I've never really got them to play properly (mainly issues with skipping forward/backward etc). I've always suspected the decoder, so I have now installed ffdshow beta 7 and wondered whether anyone has any optimum settings? I currently have the deinterlace checkbox ticked, but everything else is default. I've selected ffdshow for all my video/audio decoders.

Finally, I can't seem to get it to start automatically. If I put a shortcut in Startup (like I did for GBPVR), it doesn't start. What's the 'official' way to get it to launch fullscreen on startup?

Sorry if that's a bit long winded!

[sub]

After having lots of problems scanning channels recently with GBPVR, I've taken the plunge and rebuilt my PC with NPVR 1.5.21 and have to say that the scanning is now fantastic! So much quicker, finds more channels, no problems!

Great.

Previously I had VMR Fullscreen Exclusive selected. That option no longer exists. I'm running XP, am I correct in thinking EVR is only for Vista users? Should I choose VMR7,9 or Overlay?

Try them all, and use whatever works best on your machine. I'll vary depending on machine grunt, videocard, decoder, operating system.

Possibly related, I couldn't run the link that sub gave to the latest DirectX (as it's for PCs with an internet connection - mine is stand-alone). So, I downloaded directx_Jun2010_redist.exe and ran the DXSetup application it contained. Do I have the correct DirectX version as a result?

I dont know. If you get animations on the main menu, then it should be fine.

I also used my old .net file which is version 2.0 - is that adequate?

Yes.

When fast-forwarding, GBPVR used to display a timeline at the top of the screen so that you could see where in the recording you were. NPVR doesn't seem to have this, is there a way to turn one on?

Do you mean skipping? I just checked here, and I get the timeline showing when I press either Ctrl-RightArrow (skip), or Ctrl-F (ffwd, aka short skip).

Finally, I can't seem to get it to start automatically. If I put a shortcut in Startup (like I did for GBPVR), it doesn't start. What's the 'official' way to get it to launch fullscreen on startup?

I dont have mine setup to start at startup, but I cant see any reason you shouldnt be able to put a shortcut in the startup folder.

[three_sheds]

Thanks sub.

I've tried VMR7, 9 & Overlay and have settled for VMR9. They all work, but VMR9 is the only one that enables the display of the timeline when skipping (and the programme description etc) - which answers my other query. I have menu animations, so I guess my DirectX is also OK.

The only outstanding issue from my initial post is launching NPVR on startup. I've realised that the problem I have is when I change the properties of the startup shortcut to start maximised. If it's a 'normal' window, it starts correctly, but if I try to launch a shortcut with maximised set, it just hangs. Is there another way to start it maximised? I used to perform scheduled reboots of GBPVR (as I had some stability issues that I never got to the bottom of - sledgehammer to crack a nut, but it worked!), but it started full screen, so always looked good. Hopefully, I won't need to do that with NPVR though!

Is the 'Search Guide' / 'Find All' functionality on your list of features to incorporate? I found these really useful in GBPVR.

Thanks again - it's looking good so far!

[Reddwarf]

In Settings->General you can tick the "Start in fullscreen mode" checkbox.

[three_sheds]

Doh!! That wasn't there yesterday!

Thanks for that - works a treat now!

Also, I noticed that {alt}{enter} toggles full screen, so I've also set that up in my irremote.ini

[sub]

Is the 'Search Guide' / 'Find All' functionality on your list of features to incorporate? I found these really useful in GBPVR.

Yes, but I havnt started on it yet.