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The tag 'decoder error' on WindowsForum.com covers issues related to video decoder malfunctions in Windows Media Center and Windows Media Player. A common scenario involves the error message: 'Decoder Error: The video decoder has either malfunctioned or is not installed. Restart Windows Media Center or the computer.' This error can occur when using TV tuners like the Pinnacle PCTV 801e SE, affecting TV playback and DVD playback. Troubleshooting steps discussed include reinstalling tuner drivers, updating video drivers, installing codec packs, running system restore, and considering a Windows reinstall. The tag focuses on resolving decoder-related playback failures in Windows multimedia applications.
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    Windows 7 Troubleshooting Media Center and Player DVD Playback Issues with Pinnacle PCTV 801e SE

    I'm having a problem with Media Center playing TV from my Pinnacle PCTV 801e SE USB Stick and DVDs from both Media Center and Player. This was all working at one point and I changed absolutely nothing when it started doing this. I currently get the error: "Decoder Error: The video decoder has...
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