Latest Windows driver and WinTV application

Note: to use the WinTV-HVR-1150 with the Windows Media Center application, click the Windows Media Center install tab above.

Note: If you have run HCWCLEAR, you must reboot your PC and leave the WinTV-HVR-1150 installed. After a reboot you will see the Found New Hardware Wizard installation message, hit Cancel. then continue below.

To install the Windows driver only:

Leave your WinTV-HVR plugged into your PC. Follow the following steps:

• Download the WinTV-HVR driver update: 713drv_29169
• Unzip this file to a directory you will remember, such as WINTV. It will create a new folder. To install, open the folder.
• Run HCWDRIVERINSTALL.EXE.
• This will install the WinTV-HVR base driver. At the completion of the driver install, you should see a message which says Drivers have been updated sucessfully.

Name: 71drv_28314.zip
Size: 1 MB
Updated: 06/18/2011

WinTV version 7 application and driver

WinTV v7 installation package, version 2.4d

This download is a complete installation package, including drivers for supported WinTV products plus the WinTV v7 application and utilities.

Installation notes:

A valid WinTV application CD-ROM will be needed to install this WinTV v7 version. Any WinTV v6 or WinTV 7 application CD can be used during the install. If you do not have your original WinTV CD-ROM but would like to update to WinTV v7, you can purchase a new CD on the Hauppauge webstore for $9.95

If you have a WinTV v7.2 CD-ROM with Extend, then the latest version of WinTV Extend will also be installed.

Supported WinTV products:

This version of WinTV v7 is for digital TV, both QAM and ATSC, plus analog cable TV. It can be used with the following WinTV products:

• USB-Live2
• WinTV-HVR-850
• WinTV-HVR-950
• WinTV-HVR-950Q
• WinTV-HVR-1150
• WinTV-HVR-1250
• WinTV-HVR-1500
• WinTV-HVR-1600
• WinTV-HVR-1800/1850
• WinTV-HVR-1950
• WinTV-HVR-2250
• Colossus
• HDPVR

In addition, WinTV v7 can be used with the European equivalents of the above models (for example, the WinTV-HVR-2200)

Release notes for WinTV v7:

• If you are using Extend, this version has faster channel changing times. For example, when using an iPad over 3G, channel changing time is about 6 seconds.
• Game mode is now supported.Game mode allows "live" video to be displayed without any video encoding delay. Game mode can be found in Configuration in the Advanced tab. (Game mode is not supported with Colossus or HDPVR)
• This version now supports FM radio (on those products with built-in FM radio). Listen, pause and record FM radio.
• You can also use the WinTV v7 Scheduler to schedule a recording of your favorite FM radio program on a once only, daily or weekly basis.
• Analog recording options have been added, allowing Good/Better/Best/Fair video qualities.
• Scheduling options have been added to allow shutdown/standby/hibernate at recording completion.
• This version fixes some QAM channel detection problems found in earlier versions of WinTV v7.
• This version supports the TitanTV Electronic Program Guide in the U.S.
• Any existing version of WinTV v6 will be deleted after installing WinTV v7.
• Added Picture in Picture support. Requires multiple tuners to work. Picture in Picture can be moved around into each corner or resized. You CAN NOT switch the content that is playing between windows currently.
• New Features
• Supports recent changes made in iOS5 that broke Streaming using Extend.
• Updated support for HD-PVR in WinTV Extend.
• Improved TS2PS conversion method - fixes an issue were some streams were not converting to completion.
• Scheduler now has new column which shows quality. ie good/better/best/fair or digital.

File name: wintv7_cd_2.4d.exe
File size: 80 MB
Date: 10/31/2011

 

Latest Windows Media Center updates

Windows Media Center driver installation package

Name: 28322
Size: 29MB
Updated: 11/18/2010

Windows driver support for the WinTV and Windows Media Center under Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP. This installer will install the WinTV driver and SoftMCE support (model specific) for use in Windows Media Center.

Click here for instructions on installing the Windows Media Center driver package.

NOTE:  If WinTV v7 is currently installed and operating, the WinTV Windows Media Center driver is already installed and therefore you do not need to run this installer. For Windows Media Center setup information, see the instructions at the bottom of this page "Setting up your TV tuner in Windows 7 Media Center".

Setting up your TV tuner in Windows 7 Media Center

Here is a screen by screen view of the setup of Windows Media Center. It was based on the WinTV-HVR-1600, but the setup with other WinTV-HVR products will be similar.

Bug fixes for the Windows Media Center "Low bit rate" error message

Microsoft has released Windows Media Center patches for the "Low bit rate" error message.

Click to view the information from Microsoft.

Remapping clear QAM channels in Windows 7 Media Center

Here are some instructions from HDTVTUNERINFO.COM on remapping clear QAM TV channels in Windows Media Center.

Accessory software for the WinTV-HVR-1150

WinTV Digital Signal Strength Indicator

Signal Strength Indicator version 28026

The WinTV Digital Signal Strength indicator displays information about the quality of the digital TV channel you are watching. This application is used with the WinTV v6 and WinTV v7 applications.

Click here for instructions on using this application.

Name: hcwsigmonsetup.exe
Size: 994 KB
Updated: January 26, 2010

IR Remote control application

IR Remote control version 27244

Remote control applet. After you run this applet, an icon will appear in your Windows device tray showing that the Hauppauge remote control is active..

Name: ir32_27244.exe
Size: 430KB
Updated: September 2, /2009

WinTV-Scheduler update for WinTV version 6

TV Scheduler version 25_26071.exe

This TV program scheduler for WinTV version 6 allows 'background recording' on dual tuner WinTV products.

Name: sched25_26071.exe
Size: 3.8 MB
Updated: March 11, 2008

Soft MCE driver

Soft MCE

This file is required for analog TV in Windows Media Center.

Name: softmce_setup.exe
Size: 2.2 MB
Updated: 4/14/2010

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-1150, 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!

SnapStream Beyond TV™ 4 : "Proving that a PC can rival TIVO" !

• Supports the latest Hauppauge TV tuners: Supports the WinTV-HVR-1150, 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-1150
• Skip commercials with SmartSkip™
• Find shows faster with the new browse by category feature, or search by title or keyword
• No subscription fees
• Schedule recordings away from home via the Internet or a web-ready phone
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WinTV-HVR-1150 QuickInstall Guides

WinTV-HVR-1150 QuickInstall version 1.2

Updated: January 19, 2010

WinTV v7 users manual

Making a TV connection to your WinTV

Frequently Asked Questions

What Operating Systems are supported by the WinTV-HVR-1150?

System Requirements

Can I use the WinTV-HVR-1150 with Media Center?

What type of channels will I receive with the WinTV-HVR-1150?

Can I get HD with the WinTV-HVR-1150 through my Cable or Satellite box?

What type of recordings can I make with the WinTV-HVR-1150?

Can I record one show while watching another with the WinTV-HVR-1150?

Black video window or choppy video when watching a digital TV channel

How do I enable my remote control so it will work with the WinTV-HVR-1150?

How do I add an S-Video or composite video source in the WinTV application?

Can I use the WinTV-HVR-1150 with Linux?

I’m receiving a flickering video image using my WinTV product installed on a Gigabyte GA-MA790X-UD4P motherboard?

I receive a "Low bit rate" error message when using Windows Media Center in Windows 7.

What file size will the recorded videos be?

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What Operating Systems are supported by the WinTV-HVR-1150?

• Microsoft® Windows® XP, XP Pro or Windows XP Media Center Edition, with Service Pack 2.
• Windows Vista (all versions), 32-bit and 64-bit
• Windows 7 both 32 and 64 bit versions

System Requirements

• Processor Requirements (minimum):
• 2.2 GHz Intel P4 or equivalent
• Microsoft Windows Vista or Windows XP with Service Pack 2.
  WinTV-HVR-1150 is Windows Vista Premium certified*
• Available PCI Express X1 or X16 slot
• Graphics with 64MB memory (or greater)
• Sound card

Can I use the WinTV-HVR-1150 with Media Center?

Yes, the WinTV-HVR-1150 can be used in Windows 7, Windows XP or Vista Media Center.

Simply download and install the latest drivers from the Hauppauge website, which will install the necessary "Hauppauge MCE Soft Encoder".

Please note: you will only be able to configure WinTV-HVR-1150 as either an Digital tuner or an Analog tuner. You will not be able to switch between Digital and Analog channels.

NOTE: You must set up an analog TV tuner in Media Center first before you can proceed to set up a digital tuner.

What type of channels will I receive with the WinTV-HVR-1150?

NTSC Analog CableTV or over-the-air analog TV: You can use your cable TV from the wall to connect to the WinTV-HVR-1150 and receive all of your basic Cable TV channels. You can also use a roof top antenna to receive "over-the-air" TV.

ATSC over-the-air digital TV: Supports all ATSC formats, up to the high definition 1080i format!

ClearQAM cable TV Channels: Clear QAM are unencrypted digital cable TV channels.

NOTE: For ATSC digital TV, a rooftop/out door antenna is recommended for optimal results/signal strength.

NOTE: To save your WinTV channel list, you may save the file HcwChanDB_5.mdb (which is located in the C:/users/public/wintv:for vista/windows 7 or C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents\WinTV: for XP) into a temporary folder, and copy this file back into the WinTV directory after any re-installation to preserve your channel list.

Can I get HD with the WinTV-HVR-1150 through my Cable or Satellite box?

No. The WinTV-HVR-1150 has an ATSC over-the-air digital TV tuner built-in and supports all ATSC formats, up to the high definition 1080i format . The WinTV-HVR-1150 will support ATSC broadcasts that are currently being transmitted over-the-air. It will not be able to decode HD broadcasts that come through your cable or satellite box. The HVR 1250 also will support clear QAM cable TV channels through your direct cable TV line if available from your cable TV provider.

What type of recordings can I make with the WinTV-HVR-1150?

With the WinTV-HVR-1150, you can record both analog and digital TV into the MPEG-2 format.

For ATSC and Clear QAM  digital TV recordings, the recording format and bit rate is exactly the same as the broadcast format (i.e. ATSC 1080i is recorded at 1080i).

For NTSC analog cable Tv recordings, our SoftPVR is used to create MPEG-2 files

Note: Recordings made with ATSC or ClearQAM signals are not DVD compliant.

Can I record one show while watching another with the WinTV-HVR-1150?

No. The WinTV-HVR-950 will only be able to record the program that is being viewed using the supplied software.

You will not be able to watch a digital channel and record an analog channel simultaneously or vice versa due to the fact there is only a single tuner on the WinTV-HVR-1150.

Black video window or choppy video when watching a digital TV channel

If you are watching a digital TV channel and you see choppy video, no audio or a black screen, then it is possible your PC is not fast enough to decode and play the digital TV channel you are watching.

Digital TV, especially ATSC high definition digital TV, is very CPU intensive. Many graphics cards have special built-in hardware to speed up decoding of high definition TV channels.

On graphics cards without special video decoding features, you can often improve the playback performance by using the Primary.EXE program (this program is installed during the installation of the WinTV driver and can be found in the Hauppauge WinTV group).

Close the WinTV application. The run Primary. Select Allow Overlay. Close Primary and run the WinTV application. Tune to the channel which you were having problems with and see if the video display has improved. (Note: in Primary mode, you cannot use the Snapshot function in the WinTV application).

If not, try the VMR7 setting. Close the WinTV application. The run Primary. Select VMR7. Close Primary and run the WinTV application and see if the video display has improved.

If not, try the VMR9 setting. Close the WinTV application. The run Primary. Select VMR9. Close Primary and run the WinTV application and see if the video display has improved.

You should be able to use one of these modes on most NVidea, ATI and Intel based graphics adapters for high definition digital TV channels.

If you still get choppy video or a black screen, then there is no graphics mode which will work with all high definition programs. You still will be able to watch standard definition digital TV programs.

How do I enable my remote control so it will work with the WinTV-HVR-1150?

Browse your WinTV CD ROM and open the IR32 folder. Double click on the IR32.EXE to install the remote software and restart the computer. This will enable the remote control to work with the WinTV application. Be sure that the IR cable is connected to the IR port on the back of the HVR 1250 board (available on certain models only).

How do I add an S-Video or Composite video source in the WinTV application?

In the WinTV application, click on the Menu button, then click Suite Manager. Choose Sources, and click on Composite source (or S-Video source). In the Channel Name box, type in a name for your video source and click the Save button.

This will create a composite video channel (or S-Video channel) in your channel suite manager.

Can I use the WinTV-HVR-1150 with Linux?

Preliminary support for the HVR1250 in ATSC mode only is available from http://linuxtv.org/hg/v4l-dvb

I’m receiving a flickering video image using my WinTV product installed on a Gigabyte GA-MA790X-UD4P motherboard?

To correct the flickering video issue, from the BIOS, disable the "C1E Support” option and restart the system.

I receive a "Low bit rate" error message when using Windows Media Center in Windows 7.

Microsoft has released Windows Media Center patches for the "Low bit rate" error message.
Click to view the information from Microsoft.

What file size will the recorded videos be?

Digital Broadcasts (ATSC or QAM)

The file size of a digital signal capture depends on the bitrate of the digital signal.  The bitrate is set by the broadcaster and cannot be user configured.  Bitrates for digital signals can range anywhere from about 1.2 Mbits/sec up to 19.3 Mbits/sec.  Most of the time these bitrates are variable and not constant.  Capture sizes for ATSC & QAM recordings are approximately 1.7 Gigabytes per hour up to 8.3 Gigabytes per hour.

Analog Broadcast.

The WinTV application has to convert analog signals to digital in order to record. There are four recording profiles. The following list shows recording file sizes for burning to 4.3Gb DVD:

Best - Approx 1 Hour+
Better - Approx 1 1/2 Hours
Good - Approx 2 Hours
Fair - Approx 3 Hours

Download Prodinfo

Prodinfo.exe is a program you can run which will extract information about the WinTV product you have installed such as model and serial number, MAC address, revision, and features which can be used to identify the exact model of your product. The driver for the device must be installed in order to run Prodinfo.exe

 

 

Download HCW Clear

HCWCLEAR.exe is a program you run to remove all driver and files that were installed with the installation of the Wintv program.