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I recently installed a GloryStar GEOSATpro DVR1100c receiver and plugged in a 500 GB USB external hard drive formatted to FAT32 using CompuApps SwissKnife. The hard drive records the programs just fine, which I can view on my system. But when I plug the hard drive to my Windows XP computer, the files are all gibberish. They do not appear as MPEG files as the manual seems to indicate they should. I tried using VideoReDO Plus and VLC to read the files but without success. I called GloryStar tech support twice, but they don't seem to know what to do, saying I should contact the computer or hard drive manufacturer. How can I get my computer to read the files so I can edit & burn recorded programs onto DVDs?
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SatelliteAV
Are you stating that the file names are gibberish or that the playback of the files are gibberish?

The GEOSATpro DVR1100c files are Transport Stream MPEG2 format. There are many CODECS that are used for MPEG2 files. You need to be sure that you have recent codecs with player applications.

I use the latest version of VideoReDo VideoReDo MPEG Video Editing Software to edit, rip and lay back these recorded files. Software like Windows Player Home of Windows Essencials Codec Pack are great for playback of the programs on the PC.
Glorystar1
We have read on some forums that certain hard drives require the receiver to format the drive. Even though the drive has been FAT32 formatted by Swiss Knife, it may require formatting the drive with the receiver before recording. We understand that this does not provide a solution for current recordings, but it may provide a solution for future recordings.

Please download the latest VideoReDo beta release for full file read and write capabilities. See thread:
http://www.videoredo.net/msgBoard/showthread.php?t=7781highlight=geosatpro

Changing the extension does not address the file header information.
Greg Mueller
On The VS Pro the Hdrive is formatted by the receiver and partitioned with a Linux majority. If you want to pull the files off with a Windoz computer you have to move the file(s) to the Windoz side of the partition. This is done with the receiver, in the menu section. Unfortunately once moved to the Windoz side you can't move them back, at least I haven't figured a way.
14karat
For the true blue Winders folk, you could always use a Linux Live CD to boot into Linux without installing on your precious Windows PC. The couple of live CDs I've used included support for FAT & NTFS formatted drives...
Just a thought...
Anole
echo, Echo, ECHO !

With SatelliteAV and GloryStar1 answering in this thread, it'd be wise to pay attention to what they say.

I use the latest version of VideoReDo VideoReDo MPEG Video Editing Software to edit, rip and lay back these recorded files.
Glorystar1 said:
Please download the latest VideoReDo beta release for full file read and write capabilities. See thread:
Change Log - VideoReDo TVSuite - 3.1.5.567 said:
Transport stream: Added option on the Tools>Options>Transport stream page to add the GeoSatPro header.
Ed Taylor @ VideoReDo Forum 11-10-2008 said:
I was waiting for this one so I could edit files and restore them to my external 500GB hard drive to build a library for replay on the GeoSatPro DVR. I just tried a test file and it works fine so I am looking forward to using this feature. Thanks!
DanR @ VideoReDo Forum said:
Great and thanks for letting us know.
The folks over at SatelliteAV have been very helpful with equipment and technical information.

It's pretty obvious this whole matter of reading and processing the file has been resolved by the VideoReDo guys. - :up

Now, anyone having a problem reading the file names off the external drive, should probably try plugging the drive into a different port or computer.
Could be related so some software currently loaded onto the computer.

I've had difficulty getting drives recognized, if the power-up or plug-in order wasn't just so.
And, different versions of Windows react differently, too.
Sounds like a local problem. :rolleyes:
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We have read on some forums that certain hard drives require the receiver to format the drive. Even though the drive has been FAT32 formatted by Swiss Knife, it may require formatting the drive with the receiver before recording. We understand that this does not provide a solution for current recordings, but it may provide a solution for future recordings.

Please download the latest VideoReDo beta release for full file read and write capabilities. See thread:
http://www.videoredo.net/msgBoard/showthread.php?t=7781highlight=geosatpro

Changing the extension does not address the file header information.
Thanks guys - formatting the hard drive from the receiver solved the problem. Now my recordings appear as .TS files, which Video ReDo easily converts to MPEG files. Amazingly, it only takes 3 minutes to convert an hour-long recording! I wish the manual would be more clear on this type of issue, or it could be part of the troubleshooting section.
SatelliteAV
Thank you for your input. We have added additional USB information for the new manual that will be available for the next production run. You may download an updated GEOSATpro DVR / DSR Manual at http://www.satelliteguys.us/fta-manuals/
Scott Greczkowski
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Last reply · posted in The Chit Chat Club
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....
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A Little Bit of Soap -- The Jarmels
long_time_Dish
Give A Little Bit - Supertramp
dishstaller
Little Wing - Jimi Hendrix
long_time_Dish
With A Little Luck - Wings
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LITTLE Willy-Sweet
meStevo
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Last reply · posted in The Sports Section
Schedule drops tomorrow. Mandatory mini camps in June. Hall of Fame game August 6th.
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Foxbat
I guess even the patience of us laid-back Hoosiers has its limits:
rvvaquero
I guess even the patience of us laid-back Hoosiers has its limits:
Be nice to see a Cowboy headline like that.
M
I guess even the patience of us laid-back Hoosiers has its limits:

Can we expect to see a new coach if we say "pretty please?"
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Foxbat
Jeeez, Week 6, no lead is safe…
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Last reply · posted in DISH Network Support Forum
No idea what improvements might be involved.
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I'm getting fabulous picture on Ch. 148 4k, but zero audio with H713. This is with a recorded show (Notre Dame game). Anyone else have this? Audio is fine on every other channel.
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jsmit86
I'm getting fabulous picture on Ch. 148 4k, but zero audio with H713. This is with a recorded show (Notre Dame game). Anyone else have this? Audio is fine on every other channel.
It's a known issue.
For a temporary fix, go into the menu, Audio, and turn Dolby Audio "OFF". You will have PCM stereo audio.

I was able to give the tech ops team some data logs so they could diagnose the problem, and they rolled me back to H708 temporarily. It fixed that issue.

They let me know that they understand what caused the issue, and it will be fixed within a few weeks in a new update.
long_time_Dish
They let me know that they understand what caused the issue, and it will be fixed within a few weeks in a new update.
Oh, you mean "soon"? :biggrin
Almighty1
It's a known issue.
For a temporary fix, go into the menu, Audio, and turn Dolby Audio "OFF". You will have PCM stereo audio.

I was able to give the tech ops team some data logs so they could diagnose the problem, and they rolled me back to H708 temporarily. It fixed that issue.

They let me know that they understand what caused the issue, and it will be fixed within a few weeks in a new update.
I guess they will be busy when lots of people start asking for rollbacks to H708 now that you mention that downgrades of software does exist because it will likely fix the OTA Single Tuner and the IR Remote problems in H710-H713.
navychop
it will likely fix the OTA Single Tuner

:popcorn
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dishstaller
it will likely fix the OTA Single Tuner
🤣

Oh....you were serious
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teachsac
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Last reply · posted in TV Shows
Hondo is back with a new squad 9/25 only on Starz.


View: https://m.youtube.com/shorts/b0gPzA8KHEQ
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Never watched the previous shows, so doubtful.
teachsac
Started watching yesterday. Not too bad.
Scott Greczkowski
Wife likes it.
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teachsac
I like Zyra from La Brea (one with the prosthetic).
dfergie
Staff member HERE TO HELP YOU!
Last reply · posted in TV Shows
Stargate SG-1 cancelled, Atlantis renewed
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Monday - August 21, 2006 | by Darren Sumner
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The future of Stargate is in question today, as SCI FI Channel has cancelled the long-running Stargate SG-1, Multichannel News reported today and a GateWorld source has confirmed. The news regrettably follows the airing of the show's milestone two-hundredth episode on Friday.

Stargate Atlantis, meanwhile, has been renewed for a fourth season, with the network hoping to see that the spin-off series can stand alone, according to a source.
Source Gateworld
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I have gotten back into watching SG-1 and I have recorded most of the episodes to binge watch. What episodes are about the Antarctic or was this a movie? Also where could I watch the SG-1 movies?
osu1991
long_time_Dish
I have gotten back into watching SG-1 and I have recorded most of the episodes to binge watch. What episodes are about the Antarctic or was this a movie? Also where could I watch the SG-1 movies?
Well, there are a couple involving the Antarctic. "Solitudes", S1 E17 (one of my favorites), Then, "Lost City', S7 E21 and E22. Then, in the SGA pilot, "Rising", S1 E1 and E2, it starts out in the Antarctic for about the first 20 minutes or so.
R
Well, there are a couple involving the Antarctic. "Solitudes", S1 E17 (one of my favorites), Then, "Lost City', S7 E21 and E22. Then, in the SGA pilot, "Rising", S1 E1 and E2, it starts out in the Antarctic for about the first 20 minutes or so.
Which one has O'Neil being Ancients? I am at the end of Season 8 now.
long_time_Dish
Which one has O'Neil being Ancients? I am at the end of Season 8 now.
If I understand your question, O'Neill had the Ancient's knowledge in the "Lost City" two-part episode. That was when Anubis attacked Earth and there was a big battle over Antarctica.
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Last reply · posted in The Sports Section
Really excited for this season with Kentucky having a new coach and some really exciting recruits. Probably won't last long, but here's hoping this season is great.
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Foxbat
Best fan sign I saw during the ND-BYU game: "Bear ate your Lucky Charms!" (Bear being the Cougars' QB). I was going to suggest, "Have you or your team been involved in a Carr crash?"
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They get cruel sometimes, very very cruel.😈. Hated to see my dawgs go down but I still say being ranked #1 is a hex on you!
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They get cruel sometimes, very very cruel.😈. Hated to see my dawgs go down but I still say being ranked #1 is a hex on you!
Yup, I agree, I'd rather be 2 or 3 till the last few weeks.
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