Support: WinTV-PVR-USB2
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Application and Driver Software for WindowsXP and Windows Vista
Note: this software is for the WinTV-PVR-USB2. This will not work with the WinTV-PVR-USB. See this page for software updates for the WinTV-PVR-USB.
WinTV-PVR-USB2 drivers and applications for Windows XP and Windows Vista (all versions)
Note: This driver/application download contains all the drivers and applications necessary to reinstall the WinTV-PVR-USB2. See below for individual applications.
Note: to use the WinTV-PVR-USB2 with Microsoft's Vista Media Center application, you only need the WinTV-HVR driver.
Installation CD Version 3.4D1 with WinTV version 6
Note: This is a single file which includes the driver, the driver update, middleware, video decoder and WinTV v6 applications. This file is larger than the individual pieces, but should be easier to install since it is in one file.
Note: this package is for Windows XP, Windows XP Media Center Edition, and Windows Vista.
Installation Procedure
Step 1 - Extract the Installer
Download the file to a suitable location on your computer, then extract it (Windows has built in support for zip files, if you right click on the file and select 'extract all' a wizard will guide you through extracting the directory).
Step 2 - Remove the previous software version (if necessary)
If you had previously installed the WinTV in your PC, browse to the folder you just extracted to (e.g. through My Computer) and locate a file called hcwclear.exe
Run HCWCLEAR.EXE and choose the options Remove All WinTV Drivers and Applications (Total Removal) and Search All .INF Files for Conflicting Hardware.
Note: wait until the black box has disappeared of its own accord before proceeding.
Step 3 - Reboot
Shutdown and reboot your PC.
Step 4 - New Driver Installation
After Windows reboots, you will see the New Hardware Found prompt.
Cancel the New Hardware Wizard.
Run HCWDriverInstall.exe, from the unzipped directory. This will install the Windows driver for your WinTV. At the completion of the driver install, you should see a message which says Drivers have been updated sucessfully.
Step 5 - Run Setup.exe
Run Setup.exe from the extracted folder (from Step 1). You will be presented with a list of things to install, leave all the default settings and click Install.
Once the installation is complete, all drivers will be installed and you should have a WinTV icon on your desktop.
Version: 3.4D1
Size: 54MB
Updated: Sept 13, 2007
WinTV video decoder update
Hauppauge Video Decoder version 5
This is the latest Hauppauge MPEG Video decoder for the WinTV-PVR-150. It has better compatibility with the Intervideo WinDVD player, which many computers have preinstalled. This version also supports some graphics cards in Primary mode (use Primary.exe, found in the WinTV directory, to set Primary mode). For performance reasons, it is always preferable to use "Allow VMR" or "Allow Overlay" in the Primary.exe program.
To install this new video decoder, first remove the old Hauppauge decoder by going into Control Panel and then Add/Remove Programs. Remove Intervideo Filter SDK
Then, download and run this file.
Version: 5.0_23290
Size: 1996K
Updated: Oct. 17, 2005
Accessory software for the WinTV-PVR-USB2
WinTV-Scheduler update
TV Scheduler version 25_26071.exe
This version allows 'background recording' on dual tuner WinTV products.
This version also supports Hauppauges' Wing, for creating iPod and Sony PSP videos from your standard definition MPEG-2 recordings (note: Wing requires the purchase of a license. For more information, go to http://www.hauppauge.com/site/wing/).
Name: sched25_26071.exe
Size: 3.8Mb
Updated: March 11, 2008
WinTV Radio application
WinTV Radio32 application version 1.54
Note: this application runs on WinTV boards equipped with FM radio.
To install, download to a temporary directory and run RADIO32.EXE
New features include 30 presets and local/distance reception. Also, name radio stations by creating a preset and then clicking on the freq display and typing in the string you want.
Click here to see instructions on using the new WinTV Radio32 application.
Name: radio32_154_26154.exe
Version: 1.54
Size: 340K
Updated: June 3, 2008
IR Remote control application
IR Remote control version 2.57
Latest version the IR remote control software for the new model Hauppauge remote control. The Hauppauge remote control is an option to the WinTV-HVR-950.
Name: ir32_257_26021.exe
Vesion: 2.57
Updated: Jan. 20, 2008
IR Blaster setup program
New configuration program for the IR Blaster (transmitter).
New: expanded set top box list. Now includes an additional 50 set top boxes, for both cable TV and satellite boxes, including Motorola and Scientific Atlanta cable boxes.
To install, run this program. After installation, you will see IR Blaster Configuration in the "Hauppauge WinTV " group. Run this program.
For the latest instructions on installing the IR Blaster, click here.
Name: irblastwiz_70_26021.exe
Size:814KB
Updated: October 2, 2007
WinTV-Editor
MPEG Editor for the WinTV-PVR version 2.2.0
New version features:
- Fast editing: uses a new technique to speed up the editing process.
- Standard support for large files: this version was developed under WindowsXP, and can edit unlimited size MPEG files.
- Separate functions to remultiplex VCD and SVCD files: new menu options are available to create "burnable" VCD and SVCD files from "raw" files created by the WinTV-PVR.
A button has been added to play the file which has just been edited.
This is a "cuts only" editor for use with WinTV-PVR. You can remove commercials, rearrange video sequences or trim the ends of your video files. The WinTV MPEG Editor preserves the quality of the original recording by not requiring a re-encoding after editing, so you get "first generation" quality video. It does this by cutting only on the MPEG I frames.
The WinTV-PVR Editor works with the MPEG formats (MPEG-1 and MPEG-2) created with the PVR. If you are editing MPEG-1 (or VCD) files, the output created by the WinTV-Editor is in a recordable VCD format.
How to use the MPEG editor: Click here for instructions on using the MPEG editor.
New! beta version of the WinTV Editor is now available, version 2.3.1. Click here to download this new version. This beta version has smoother cuts and fixed a bug where the "Remux" option doesn't appear in WinME or Win98.
Name: wintv_editor220.exeVesion: 2.2.0
Updated: August 23, 2002
Beta test version
None at this time.
3rd Party Applications
SageTV: Intelligent PVR Software : SageTV is personal video recording software with an integrated EPG for use with your WinTV-HVR-950, WinTV-PVR-150 or WinTV-PVR-500. With SageTV, you can pause live TV, rewind and fast forward, and conveniently record your shows. SageTV also provides an Integrated Programming Guide with no subscription fees listing all upcoming programs for the next 14 days based on your cable or satellite provider. SageTV is the only PVR application for the PC that introduces Intelligent Recording and Scheduling based on your past viewing habits. SageTV interacts with your WinTV-PVR to provide you with the ultimate 24/7 PVR application for your PC. SageTV also support the use of multiple WinTV-PVR's, recording multiple channels at once!
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- Supports the latest Hauppauge TV tuners: Supports the WinTV-HVR-950, WinTV-PVR-150, WinTV-PVR-150MCE and dual tuner WinTV-PVR-500 with remote control and more.
- Record more than one show at the same time or watch one while recording another with multi-tuner support
- Record an entire TV series Record one show, every episodes, or only new episodes of your favorite show
- Enjoy the full screen interface Choose shows and setup recordings from the comfort of your couch
- Easily find shows using the integrated Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
- Record and watch HDTV shows with over-the-air HD support on the WinTV-HVR-950
- Skip commercials with SmartSkip™
- Find shows faster with the new browse by category feature, or search by title or keyword
- No subscription fees
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Operating Systems are supported by the WinTV-PVR-USB2?
WinTV initialization error: hTV=0 error after WinTV drivers have been installed.
Lockups when scanning channels
Black screen after scanning channels
AVI video capture and Video Conferencing is not supported by the WinTV-PVR-USB2
Driver installation problem with Error: "Error Code 31"
IR Remote control does not work
Third party capture applications are not supported
What Operating Systems are supported by the WinTV-PVR-USB2?
The WinTV PVRUSB2 model can be installed on Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, and XP operating systems. A Pentium II 500Mhz minimum is required.
WinTV initialization error: "Failed to Create TV Window, another application may be using the driver"
Make sure that the device is plugged in directly to the PC and not a HUB. Also, Make sure that the HCWSMD MPEG codecs are installed on the system.
Check in Device Manager to see if the device is listed properly in the “Sound, video, and game controllers”.
- If it is, unplug the power from the unit and restart the computer. Upon reboot, plug it in again and try WinTV again.
- If it is not listed properly, unplug the unit, restart the PC and uninstall the drivers and software using HCWCLEAR. After running the HCWCLEAR program, plug the unit back in and reinstall the drivers/applications.
- If error continues to come up, try it in another USB port.
- If error still continues, it may be a defective unit and would require a replacement.
WinTV initialization error: hTV=0 error after WinTV drivers have been installed.
This error message can indicate a problem with the Driver installation or a hardware malfunction. Look in the Device Manager under the "Sound, video and game controllers" to see if the Hauppauge WinTV PVR-USB2 is listed.
If it is listed and there is a Yellow mark on it, this would indicate that the drivers would need to be reinstalled. Please refer to "Latest drivers and installation procedures" above.
If it is not listed, this would normally indicate that the hardware was not recognized by the system and the drivers were unable to install. try disconnecting the Power supply from the PVR-USB2. Wait a few moments and reconnect the power.
- If the Hardware Wizard detects the device, continue the installation of the drivers using the supplied installation CD Rom.
- If the hardware wizard does not detect the device, there may be a problem with the hardware. Try moving it to a different USB2 port on the PC. If you get the same problem, the hardware may be defective and require repair. Contact Tech Support for more information.
Lockups when scanning channels
Please make sure you have the latest version driver. Try inserting the channels manually to see if the video comes up. - If no video shows, try changing the MPEG settings in the Preferences. Click on PREF in the WinTV2000 application and go to Capture – Mpeg and change the Quality Level and click OK. - If still no video shows, device may be defective. Also refer to Intervideo Conflicts. If video does show up, the device is good.
Any time the Program locks up
The device must be reset in order to get it to work again. Unlike the PCI cards, rebooting the machine will NOTreset the unit. The only way to reset the device is to recycle the power to it by unplugging the unit from the power cable for a few seconds then re-plugging it. It is usually a good idea to unplug the USB cable also.
Black screen after scanning channels
If the channels are scanned in properly, they should be listed in the Suite Manager.
If you get a Black screen after scanning for channels, but you can hear the audio, try closing and reopening the program. If this doesn't work, try changing the MPEG settings in the Preferences. Click on Pref in the WinTV2000 application and go to Movies - Mpeg and change the Quality Level then click OK. This should get the video to display.
If you do not hear the audio, there may be aproblem with the video decoders. If you look in the Control Panel - Add/Remove programs, you should have a listing for "Intervideo Filter SDK for Hauppauge". If this is not listed, you will need to install th e MPEG decoders. You can install the decoders from the SMD folder on the WinTV Installation CD or download them from here.
If you get a Black Screen or a Splash screen with a still image in the WinTV window, try changing the display setting in the Primary program. This is installed with the WinTV software and you can find it in the Hauppauge WinTV Program group. (Start - Programs - Hauppauge WinTV) Make sure the WinTV application is shut down when changing the settings in the Primary program otherwise the change will not take affect. After you change the setting, close the Primary program and try the WinTV application again.
iVac driver not found
iVac is the chip used in the device. Usually unplugging and reconnecting both the Power and USB cable from the USB unit should get rid of this error. Bypass the error before reconnecting. After reconnecting the device, try installing the application. You will need to reboot the system during installation. Once installation finishes, you should be able to use the program.
AVI video capture and Video Conferencing is not supported by the WinTV-PVR-USB2
The WinTV PVRUSB2 does not have a Brooktree/Conexant chipset on it. It uses a hardware MPEG encoder to compress the video so it does not support AVI video captures. Also, the device does not use Video for Windows drivers. Therefore, Microsoft's NetMeeting, or any other videoconferencing program, will not work with the WinTV-PVRUSB2.
Driver installation problem with Error: "Error Code 31"
Go to the the registry into HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\{4D36E965-E325 -11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318} and remove the entries Upperfilters and Lowerfilters and reboot.
IR Remote control does not work
First make sure that the IR Remote software is installed and running in the system tray. There should be a small black remote control icon listed in the System Tray. If you click on it you should be able to open the WinTV programs. Is this installed and does it function properly?
If it is not installed, you can install it from the IR32 folder on the WinTV Installation CD Rom.
If the software is installed but you are unable to open or control the WinTV software with the remote control, the device may need to be reset. Recycle the power to it by unplugging the unit from the power cable for a few seconds then re-plugging it.
If you are still unable to use the remote control, this may be a hardware problem and would require repair of the device. Please contact our Tech Support Dept at techsupport@hauppauge.com for information on repairing your device.
Third party capture applications are not supported
The WinTV-PVR-USB2 records directly to MPEG using onboard Hardware encoders. Most third party capture applications are looking to attach to a card or driver that supports uncompressed video recordings. Like AVI files. These programs cannot capture video directly using the PVR-USB2.