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I purchased a Kworld VS-ATSC-315U to give it a try. Its currently the cheapest ATSC/QAM USB HDTV out. Im posting information for anyone that may have had problems with the Kworld VS-ATSC-315U or thinking about getting one. Im satisfied with the quality for price paid. I recommend it. The only thing I dont like about the Kworld VS-ATSC-315U is that their isnt an aspect ratio button on the remote control.
The Installation:
After going through the CD "quick installation" only the NTSC and remote control worked. I uninstalled everything and downloaded new software from Kworld only new BDA drivers were available. I installed the ArcSoft TotalMedia 3 first and then the Empia remote control drivers (there are 2 remote control drivers on the Kworld CD) next tried clicking on setup for the BDA drivers it didnt work rebooted (restarted) the computer plugged in the VS-ATSC-315U into the computer while it was starting then when the computer asked for the drivers for the "USB ATSC Hybrid Device" selected "Advanced" and pointed the computer to the newer BDA drivers folder all of the drivers are exposed and not in Cab files. After re-installing with updated software still only the NTSC and remote control worked. After a while I decided to do a Windows XP repair thinking some unsigned software may have damaged my Windows XP installation.
Windows XP repair: need the Windows XP install CD and Product Key for the computer boot to the CD at first screen press Enter key to setup Windows next screen press F8 key next screen press R key for repair.
After the Windows XP repair was done I installed the Kworld VS-ATSC-315U using the newer BDA drivers WOW everything works! The only manuals for this device is a quick start guide booklet, an installation manual with some remote control information at the end on the Kworld CD, and the ArcSoft TotalMedia 3 help file! thats it. nothing on the Kworld web site.
Other notes:
Warranty information is not on any documents included. 1 Year warranty posted on Kworld web site.
If your computer CPU usage is high and you know you have a video card that supports MPEG-2 acceleration in hardware it can be turned on if ArcSoft TotalMedia 3 didnt do this during the installation go to Setup > General > Display Settings > Hardware Acceleration On/Off my CPU usage dropped 40%!. If you get a pop-up window that says your video card dosnt support HD in hardware and the channel looks like pink colored snow youll have to select Hardware Acceleration Off to view that channel. My computer video card supports MPEG-2 acceleration but not 1080i HDTV with the Hardware Acceleration On all of the SD channels look fine there are only a few HD channels here where Im currently at using the VS-ATSC-315U that are pink colored snow.
A complete list of hot keys is in C:\Program Files\ArcSoft\TotalMedia 3\ShortcutKeyMap.ini just double click on it to open. F12 key is aspect ratio (not in help file)
The Kworld VS-ATSC-315U has (2) USB jacks to plug into a computer seems to work fine with just the bigger cable plugged in.
The Kworld VS-ATSC-315U is also known as the "KW-ATSC 315U" and the "PlusTV HD USB-315" can be bought real cheap at the auction web sites.
The Installation:
After going through the CD "quick installation" only the NTSC and remote control worked. I uninstalled everything and downloaded new software from Kworld only new BDA drivers were available. I installed the ArcSoft TotalMedia 3 first and then the Empia remote control drivers (there are 2 remote control drivers on the Kworld CD) next tried clicking on setup for the BDA drivers it didnt work rebooted (restarted) the computer plugged in the VS-ATSC-315U into the computer while it was starting then when the computer asked for the drivers for the "USB ATSC Hybrid Device" selected "Advanced" and pointed the computer to the newer BDA drivers folder all of the drivers are exposed and not in Cab files. After re-installing with updated software still only the NTSC and remote control worked. After a while I decided to do a Windows XP repair thinking some unsigned software may have damaged my Windows XP installation.
Windows XP repair: need the Windows XP install CD and Product Key for the computer boot to the CD at first screen press Enter key to setup Windows next screen press F8 key next screen press R key for repair.
After the Windows XP repair was done I installed the Kworld VS-ATSC-315U using the newer BDA drivers WOW everything works! The only manuals for this device is a quick start guide booklet, an installation manual with some remote control information at the end on the Kworld CD, and the ArcSoft TotalMedia 3 help file! thats it. nothing on the Kworld web site.
Other notes:
Warranty information is not on any documents included. 1 Year warranty posted on Kworld web site.
If your computer CPU usage is high and you know you have a video card that supports MPEG-2 acceleration in hardware it can be turned on if ArcSoft TotalMedia 3 didnt do this during the installation go to Setup > General > Display Settings > Hardware Acceleration On/Off my CPU usage dropped 40%!. If you get a pop-up window that says your video card dosnt support HD in hardware and the channel looks like pink colored snow youll have to select Hardware Acceleration Off to view that channel. My computer video card supports MPEG-2 acceleration but not 1080i HDTV with the Hardware Acceleration On all of the SD channels look fine there are only a few HD channels here where Im currently at using the VS-ATSC-315U that are pink colored snow.
A complete list of hot keys is in C:\Program Files\ArcSoft\TotalMedia 3\ShortcutKeyMap.ini just double click on it to open. F12 key is aspect ratio (not in help file)
The Kworld VS-ATSC-315U has (2) USB jacks to plug into a computer seems to work fine with just the bigger cable plugged in.
The Kworld VS-ATSC-315U is also known as the "KW-ATSC 315U" and the "PlusTV HD USB-315" can be bought real cheap at the auction web sites.
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KWorld Plus TV HD USB 315 Remote and 2 USB plugs
Hello, this is my first time on this board and I need some help. The instructions provided provide limited information regarding: 1) having two USB plugs and their purpose; and 2) trouble shooting why the remote control may not work.
The closest USB plug seems to interface with my computer. The furthest USB plug does not appear to matter one way or another. Does anyone know the correct installation and purpose of the 2nd plug? Thanks.
Also, I have not idea why the remote control does not work. This is my second new box and both times the batteries were fine.....Help
ML
Hello, this is my first time on this board and I need some help. The instructions provided provide limited information regarding: 1) having two USB plugs and their purpose; and 2) trouble shooting why the remote control may not work.
The closest USB plug seems to interface with my computer. The furthest USB plug does not appear to matter one way or another. Does anyone know the correct installation and purpose of the 2nd plug? Thanks.
Also, I have not idea why the remote control does not work. This is my second new box and both times the batteries were fine.....Help
ML
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Sometimes a thread gets so many posts in it that is can cause issues for the server so that why today we introduce The Song Name Game Part 3!
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
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Hello there
We are looking for Starlink installer that will be able to install a system in Burk's falls.
Please ping me if you are interested
Thanks,
Nimrod
We are looking for Starlink installer that will be able to install a system in Burk's falls.
Please ping me if you are interested
Thanks,
Nimrod
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It is really really simple install (no special tools or instruments required and they guide you through using their starlink app and a simple set of instructions.Hello there
We are looking for Starlink installer that will be able to install a system in Burk's falls.
Please ping me if you are interested
Thanks,
Nimrod
You can order direct from starlink online or from an authorized retailer.
Not at all like the special equipment needed for a satellite install.
Thank you Nelson,
Yes, I fully agree. I can install it with my teeth, and both hands tied behind my back...but this installation is for a commercial user that will not do it themselves, and myself, Im overseas...
But it looks like that we managed to find someone who can drive there for the work.
Thank you
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It states the average amount they are under water is OVER $7,000. 
Personally, I tend to be the type that drives a vehicle for a lot of years....do my own oil changes and other fluid changes. Just replaced the spark plugs and a couple coils. Youtube is great for things like this.
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Personally, I tend to be the type that drives a vehicle for a lot of years....do my own oil changes and other fluid changes. Just replaced the spark plugs and a couple coils. Youtube is great for things like this.
Nearly 3 In 10 New-Car Trade-Ins Are Underwater, Edmunds Finds<!-- --> | ZeroHedge
ZeroHedge - On a long enough timeline, the survival rate for everyone drops to zero
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This should hit a lot of folks with a dose of reality. I can only imagine how much more common this will get as AI progresses.
I read several stories on this and most are clear as mud. They say a lot of the stolen bitcoin has been "locked out" and that everyone will be made financially whole. I guess time will tell if either of these statements are actually true.
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I read several stories on this and most are clear as mud. They say a lot of the stolen bitcoin has been "locked out" and that everyone will be made financially whole. I guess time will tell if either of these statements are actually true.
Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in biggest-ever cryptocurrency theft
The company later added it began recovering assets impacted by the breach after pledging to cover losses using its Secure Asset Fund for Users.
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Anyone else watch this show? Any guesses as to what was in the box Gibbs gave to Abby that was on her desk? It look liked it was glowing.
I also heard that someone was leaving the show at the end of this season. Any guesses as to who thats going to be?
I also heard that someone was leaving the show at the end of this season. Any guesses as to who thats going to be?
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Tony as the director.
Would you rather have LaRoche ???Tony as the director.
No. Bring in someone new.
Tony is not serious enough for me. Parker is too close to the team and Tim is too young to take over IMO.
I don't think Tim and Tony are that far apart in Age ...No. Bring in someone new.
Remember what Tony said to Tim when they first got back together ...
Tony said: I am the New Tony, Tim .... (something to that effect)
Tony has changed, he's been running his Security Business ... I'm sure he has grown up.
Give it time ... your judging the New Tony from the old Tony.
It sounds like Tim won't be around the Team much longer either.
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Patrick Stewart died yesterday, October 28th at the age of 86. We lost yet another great actor. 
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Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ Captain and ‘X-Men’ Superhero, Dies at 86
He’s forever known for playing Jean-Luc Picard and Charles Xavier, whom he “admired for their morality, for their kindness, for their sensitivity, for their compassion.”
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Ham Radio 2.0
Time for another AWESOME video from Ham Radio 2.0!
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJuVBittpm0
Direct YouTube Link - I Took Ham Radio, Meshtastic and Meshcore to Las Vegas
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View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJuVBittpm0
Direct YouTube Link - I Took Ham Radio, Meshtastic and Meshcore to Las Vegas
Ham Radio 2.0 Website
Ham Radio 2.0 on Facebook
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Time for another AWESOME video from TFL Electric Vehicles!
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVPpv2ZvbFU
Direct YouTube Link - This New Zeekr 7GT Is Bargain-Priced Taycan Alternative You've Never Heard Of!
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVPpv2ZvbFU
Direct YouTube Link - This New Zeekr 7GT Is Bargain-Priced Taycan Alternative You've Never Heard Of!
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Starting a thread klang !
After an amazing first 2 seasons and an 8 episode 3rd season still coming this year, season 4 has now been greenlit.
After an amazing first 2 seasons and an 8 episode 3rd season still coming this year, season 4 has now been greenlit.
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