Hauppauge WinTV User Manual (English)

Karina TurnerJul 30, 2025

What to do if Hauppauge WinTV shows “No memory available” error?

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Dylan JosephJul 30, 2025
If you receive a “No memory available” error or a “WinTV card not installed or drivers not loaded” message, it might be due to an incorrect WinTV driver installation. In Device Manager, check if the WinTV is listed under 'Other Devices'. If it is, remove the 'PCI Multimedia Video device'. Then, on the Hauppauge WinTV installation CD-Rom, open the folder Win98, and run the VFW95/98.exe file.

Audio Capture	Stereo
Type	TV Tuner
Supported Signals	ATSC, Clear QAM
Interface	USB
Video Format	MPEG-2
Operating System Compatibility	Windows
Video Input	Antenna
Audio Input	Antenna
Video Capture Resolution	Up to 1080i
Remote Control	Yes
Hardware Encoding	Yes (varies by model)

Audio Capture

Stereo

Type

TV Tuner

Supported Signals

ATSC, Clear QAM

Interface

USB

Video Format

MPEG-2

Operating System Compatibility

Windows

Video Input

Antenna

Audio Input

Antenna

Video Capture Resolution

Up to 1080i

Remote Control

Yes

Hardware Encoding

Yes (varies by model)

Summary

FCC Compliance and Standards

FCC Radio Interference Compliance

Compliance with FCC rules for Class B digital devices, covering interference limits and user correction measures.

CE Compliance Standards

Details compliance with EN 55013, EN 55020, and IEC 801-3 standards.

Installing the WinTV Boards

WinTV Installation Overview

Steps to install WinTV in Windows XP, including board, driver, and application software.

WinTV Board Component Diagram

Shows functions and connectors of the WinTV board with various models having different components.

WinTV Board Connector Descriptions

Lists and describes the purpose of each connection port on the WinTV board.

Physical WinTV Board Installation

Instructions for physically installing the WinTV board into a PCI slot and connecting audio.

WinTV Driver Installation in Windows XP

Guides through the Found New Hardware Wizard for installing the WinTV video driver.

Using Primary Surface Mode

Explains how to force WinTV into Primary Surface mode to resolve compatibility issues.

Connecting External Video Sources

Details how to connect external video sources like VCRs or camcorders to the WinTV board.

Connecting WinTV Audio to Sound Card

Instructions on connecting the WinTV board's audio output to the PC's sound card Line-In.

Configuring WinTV Audio Volume

Explains how to adjust audio volume using the Windows Volume Control applet.

Checking WinTV Plug-and-Play Setup

Accessing Device Manager for WinTV

Guides to accessing Device Manager to find hardware configuration details.

WinTV Hardware Resource Configuration

Shows how to view assigned hardware resources like Interrupt Request and Memory Range.

Checking WinTV Driver Versions

Explains how to check the versions of drivers being used.

WinTV Hardware Details and Revision

Shows how to view the hardware configuration of the WinTV board, including tuner type and serial number.

The WinTV2000 Application

Switching to Full Screen TV Mode

How to enter and exit full-screen TV mode.

Scanning for TV Channels

Steps for scanning TV channels and selecting the correct video format.

Customizing TV Channel Names

How to add channel names and fine-tune reception after scanning.

Selecting External Video Inputs

How to select external video sources like VCRs or camcorders.

Rescanning TV Channels

Instructions for rescanning TV channels.

Toggle Full Screen TV View

How to switch between full-screen and windowed TV modes.

Using the Always-on-Top Feature

How to enable the Always-on-Top feature for the WinTV window.

Accessing the TV Setup Menu

Describes the function of the Menu button for TV setup and other controls.

Configuring Suite Manager Settings

Configure TV tuner, naming, fine-tuning, and favorite channel lists.

Application Configuration Options

Duplicate menus for color, audio, and MPEG settings.

Adjusting TV Window Size

Settings for adjusting the TV window size.

Accessing Preferences Menu

Accesses preferences for OSD, audio volume, captions, and toolbar modes.

Configuring SoftPVR Video and Audio

Configure video and audio settings for SoftPVR, including record directory.

Configuring Snapshot Settings

Set captured image size and type (single/two field).

Configuring WinTV Audio Settings

Configure audio settings for the application.

Adjusting TV Picture Color

Adjust the color of the TV picture.

Hiding and Restoring the WinTV Toolbar

Instructions on how to hide or restore the WinTV toolbar.

Recording Video with SoftPVR

Details on starting, stopping, and managing MPEG video recordings.

Using the Record Button for Video

How the Record button generates file names and starts recording.

Monitoring Video Recording Status

Information on live video playback and counter display during recording.

Playback of Recorded Video Files

How to use the Play button to playback recorded video files.

Managing Recorded Video Files

Accesses file menu for renaming, playing, or deleting recorded video files.

Troubleshooting WinTV Audio Issues

Troubleshooting audio issues related to sound card setup and line-in recording.

Installing the WinTV IR Remote Control

Instructions for installing the IR remote control hardware.

WinTV Remote Control for SoftPVR

Remote Buttons for Live TV Viewing

Explains buttons for channel selection, full screen, and SoftPVR tray.

Remote Buttons for Video Playback

Describes remote control functions for skipping, task management, and power.

Teletext Data Reception using VTPlus

Introduction to VTPlus Teletext Software

Introduces VTPlus as a teletext software application for WinTV cards.

VTPlus Software Installation Guide

Guides through the installation process for VTPlus software from CD-ROM or diskette.

Understanding the VTPlus Application Window

Overview of the VTPlus application window and its main icons.

Navigating the VTPlus Toolbar

Explains the functions of various buttons and indicators on the VTPlus toolbar.

Configuring VTPlus TV Channels

How to select channels for VTPlus from the WinTV application.

Quickly Selecting Teletext Pages

How to quickly select and view specific Teletext pages or sequences.

Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE) with Teletext

Creating DDE links to Teletext pages for use in other Windows applications like Excel.

Using the WinTV-radio Application

Launching the WinTV-radio Application

Steps to launch the WinTV-radio application.

WinTV-radio Application Interface

Overview of the WinTV-radio application interface and its controls.

WinTV-radio Control Button Functions

Explains the function of various buttons like Volume, Tune, Seek, Mute, Mono, Scan, Min, CD, TV, OFF.

Setting Up Radio Station Presets

How to assign radio stations to preset buttons.

WinTV-radio Right-Click Menu

Describes the context menu that appears when the right mouse button is clicked.

Radio Scan Mode: Presets

Tunes only stations assigned to presets when Scan button is clicked.

Radio Scan Mode: All Stations

Tunes all radio stations when Scan button is clicked.

Displaying Preset Radio Frequencies

Lists all frequencies assigned to preset buttons.

Enabling/Disabling Tool Tips

Option to turn on/off bubble help.

Minimizing the WinTV-radio Window

Minimizes the WinTV-radio application window.

How WinTV Works

WinTV Video-in-a-Window Technology

Explains the PCI Push technology used to display live TV on the PC monitor.

Understanding Video Overlay Mode

Describes how WinTV uses Video Overlay mode for displaying live TV.

Understanding Primary Surface Mode

Explains Primary Surface mode and its limitations compared to Video Overlay.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting WinTV Driver Errors

Addresses common driver errors like "No memory available" or "card not installed".

Resolving Poor TV Picture Quality

Discusses causes of poor TV image quality, often related to VGA memory.

Troubleshooting Blue Screen TV Picture

Explains conditions leading to a blue screen, such as weak signals or channel changes.

Updating the WinTV Driver

Installing Updated WinTV Drivers

Guides through the process of obtaining and installing updated WinTV drivers from the Hauppauge website.

Uninstalling WinTV Drivers with HCWCLEAR

Instructions for removing all WinTV driver traces using the HCWCLEAR utility.

Technical Support

Contacting WinTV Technical Support

Provides contact numbers for technical support.

WinTV Product Service and Repair

Outlines options for assistance, including contacting the dealer or returning for repair.

Hauppauge WinTV User Manual

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