on 29-11-2021 15:57
A few months ago my Tivo box occassionally froze while playing recorded programmes.
The situation has now got so bad that every time I record something the programme will freeze at various points when being replayed. The playback occassionally freezes some badly that I have to completely power down the box and restart then attempt to replay beyond the problem point.
This issue is only with recordings. Live TV has no issues.
I've reset the box, deleted and permanently deleted recordings which only seems to make the situation worse.
I believe (from reading some of the posts with a similar issue) that my disk is falling apart.
Another issue I have will be if the disc/box is to be replaced I have a lot of recordings still to watch and want to keep. Is this possible?
on 29-11-2021 16:07
Hi @CurlyWurly2
It sounds like a hard drive issue, it's possible the actuator arm is randomly sticking, which will require a change of box.
But I'm sure one of the Forum Team will be able to confirm it better than me.
As for your recordings: I don't think there is any way currently to transfer them to the new box, so you may end up losing them, unfortunately.
🤞
on 29-11-2021 16:15
Hi @CurlyWurly2
What happens when you pause live TV for a few seconds and then play it back?
If this also freezes/breaks up it confirms your hard drive is on the way out and your box will need replacing.
Unfortunately there is no way to transfer recordings or series links between boxes.
Make a note, or take photos of your current series links so you can set them up again ona replacement box. You might find some of your recordings will be available on catch up or on demand.
It sounds like you should call 150 from a Virgin landline, or 0345 454 1111, option 2 (Faults) but best to call between 8am and 10am to avoid call queues, or late afternoon around tea time
When calling Faults you will hear the automated response asking you to press 1 for the link to online support etc.
Ignore all the options and don't press any buttons then you should be placed into a queue and an agent should pick up the phone and resolve the problem.
A member of the Forum team may pick this up for you, but it may take a day or two.
on 01-12-2021 17:20
Hello @CurlyWurly2,
Welcome! Thanks for posting.
I am sorry to see that you are having issues with your TIVO box.
Just wanted to check in and see how it is going? Please do let me know.
Many thanks,
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on 07-12-2021 10:16
Pausing live TV and then playing does not appear to produce the issue on the trials I've done.
The issue always seems to occur on recordings. Sometimes well into a long recording or early into shorter recordings.
on 07-12-2021 10:21
I've been trying to reproduce the issue by pausing live TV and then playing but this has not produced the issue.
It has only (to date) occured in recordings.
on 09-12-2021 17:49
Hello @CurlyWurly2,
Welcome back! Thanks for posting.
I am sorry to see that you are having issues with your TV services.
I will send you a private message now, please get back to me so I can help you.
Many thanks,
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on 10-12-2021 10:10
Thank you for confirming your details in a private message @CurlyWurly.
An engineer booking has been made for this, please check your appointment to check the date and time.
Many thanks,
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on 10-12-2021 12:34
on 12-12-2021 12:39
Hi @CurlyWurly2,
You can find and manage your appointment via your My Virgin Media online account.
Let us know if you're struggling to find the details.
Thanks,