tivoman

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Computer specs:
P4 2.60 Ghz 2GB ram
Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit
NVidia GeForce FX 5500

Having issues with Windows Media Center, for some reason when I start this program the audio and video stutters. Even when you play dvds. (via HD or dvd drive) All drivers have been updated to the latest versions. Now when I play dvds using Windows Media Player, it plays fine. Link Removed - Invalid URL

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It seems like you are experiencing audio and video stuttering issues specifically with Windows Media Center on your Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit system with the mentioned hardware specifications. Here are some suggestions to help resolve this problem:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

  1. Update DirectX: Ensure that DirectX is up to date. Windows Media Center utilizes DirectX for audio and video playback, and an outdated version could cause performance issues.
  2. Adjust Video Settings:
    • Open Windows Media Center.
    • Go to Tasks > Settings > General > Windows Media Center Setup > Configure Your TV or Monitor.
    • Check the settings for your monitor or TV and ensure they are configured correctly.
    []Hardware...
It seems like you are experiencing audio and video stuttering issues specifically with Windows Media Center on your Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit system with the mentioned hardware specifications. Here are some suggestions to help resolve this problem:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

  1. Update DirectX: Ensure that DirectX is up to date. Windows Media Center utilizes DirectX for audio and video playback, and an outdated version could cause performance issues.
  2. Adjust Video Settings:
    • Open Windows Media Center.
    • Go to Tasks > Settings > General > Windows Media Center Setup > Configure Your TV or Monitor.
    • Check the settings for your monitor or TV and ensure they are configured correctly.
    []Hardware Acceleration:
    • Disable hardware acceleration for video playback.
    • Go to Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Personalization > Display Settings.
    • Click on Advanced Settings > Troubleshoot tab.
    • Move the Hardware Acceleration slider to None.
    [
    ]Check Background Processes:
    • Make sure no other heavy processes are running in the background that could be interfering with playback performance.
    []Disk Cleanup:
    • Perform a disk cleanup to free up space on your system drive.
    • Go to Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup.
    [
    ]Codec Pack:
    • Install a codec pack like K-Lite Codec Pack. Sometimes, missing or incompatible codecs can cause playback issues.
    []Disable Visual Effects:
    • Disable unnecessary visual effects in Windows to improve system performance.
    • Go to Start > Control Panel > System > Advanced system settings.
    • Under Performance, click Settings > Visual Effects tab.
    • Select Adjust for best performance.
    [
    ]Audio Settings:
    • Check the audio settings on your system and make sure the correct audio device is selected.

      Additional Suggestions:​

      • It's recommended to use Windows Media Player for DVD playback if it's working fine to avoid stuttering issues.
      • Consider upgrading your hardware for better performance, as the current hardware may struggle with modern video playback requirements.
      By following these steps, you should be able to improve the performance of Windows Media Center on your system. If the issue persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.
 


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