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How can I fix my DVR problem?
DVR Troubleshooting
- Make sure your equipment (TV and cable) is properly connected and powered on.
- Make sure the coax cable is connected to the outlet.
- Remove any objects around your receiver to allow proper ventilation.
- Refresh your receiver.
- Unplug your receiver and wait at least 60 seconds before plugging it back in.
What happened to my DVR recordings?
Most likely, you were out of hard drive storage space and the DVR automatically deleted the oldest recorded shows. When you schedule a new show to record, your DVR will check to make sure there is enough room on your hard drive.
How can I play DVR recordings?
Press the My DVR button on your remote. Select My Recordings. Highlight a program and press the OK/Select button on the remote. Select the Play button to begin.
What happens if I reset my DVR?
When you reset your DVR by unplugging it, you won’t lose any programs you have stored on the DVR. The DVR’s hard drive functions similarly to a hard drive on a computer, laptop or even smartphone: When the power is turned off, or even disconnected, the files remain protected.
How do I reset my DVR recording?
Go to your NVR or DVR physically by being in front of it, and using the USB mouse attached to it log into the recorder using the admin account. Right-click on the screen and select “Main Menu”. Select “System” from the Main Menu under Setting. Select “Default” on the left hand column.
How long do DVR recordings last?
Most of DVR can support 24 hours and Motion detection, Alarm detection record methods. When use different method for record, the strogage time will be different.
How long do recordings stay on DVR?
It is correct, any recording that is stored in the DVR, will self delete after 90 days. If the DVR maxes out, any new movie or shows that are recorded, will follow a first in, first out rule.
What program opens a DVR file?
A universal software viewer saves you the hassle of installing many different software packages on your computer, without the limitation of being unable to view the files. File Magic can open most file types, including those with a DVR extension.
Does resetting DVR erase recordings?
A factory reset does not delete any previously recorded programs. Only a hard drive re-initialization will clear all programs that are currently stored on your DVR+.