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11-01-2024 06:51 PM - last edited on 11-08-2024 12:38 PM by BellNick
An hour long show recorded for the entire time but when I go to watch screen says “a problem was encountered when opening the files for this pvr event. Error code 04”. When I click on “start” it switches to “done”. Unfortunately this show is not available on any streaming platforms
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11-02-2024 07:30 AM
Good Day & Welcome to the Bel Community Forum.
In order to assist you, can you please provide the community with further specific details?
- Which TV service do you subscribe to? Fibe TV Fibe TV App, or Satellite TV.
- What is the model number of the receiver that you are encountering this problem on?
- Is this a onetime occurrence or does occur on all recorded shows?
- Have you rebooted your receiver by unplugging it from the power source?
- Have you checked for any lose cables or connectors?
- Depending on the model of PVR that you are using, you could be experiencing a hard disk failure.
- Have you tried to do any troubleshooting? Please select the corresponding tab for your TV service in the link below.
Bell TV: troubleshooting tools, virtual repair tool and support
You may need to contact Bell TV Customer Service for further assistance.
Bell Fibe TV: 1 866 797-8686 Bell Satellite TV: 1 888 759-3474
Please let us know if we can provide you with further assistance
Take care.
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11-02-2024 07:30 AM
Good Day & Welcome to the Bel Community Forum.
In order to assist you, can you please provide the community with further specific details?
- Which TV service do you subscribe to? Fibe TV Fibe TV App, or Satellite TV.
- What is the model number of the receiver that you are encountering this problem on?
- Is this a onetime occurrence or does occur on all recorded shows?
- Have you rebooted your receiver by unplugging it from the power source?
- Have you checked for any lose cables or connectors?
- Depending on the model of PVR that you are using, you could be experiencing a hard disk failure.
- Have you tried to do any troubleshooting? Please select the corresponding tab for your TV service in the link below.
Bell TV: troubleshooting tools, virtual repair tool and support
You may need to contact Bell TV Customer Service for further assistance.
Bell Fibe TV: 1 866 797-8686 Bell Satellite TV: 1 888 759-3474
Please let us know if we can provide you with further assistance
Take care.
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