What is a decoder, which ones do I need, and where do I get them?
A combination of audio decoders and video decoders are required for you to watch live tv and recordings. In simplistic terms, decoders take compressed audio/video frames, and decompresses them into audio samples for sending to the speakers, or video frames for displaying on the screen.
NextPVR is a non-commerical application, and ships without any decoders installed, since these would cost $$$ for me to legally license and distribute. Instead, NextPVR will make use of decoders you already have on your system. Some of these are supplied with Windows, some come from other applications you have installed, some are downloaded from Internet sources.
Below is info on what decoders you need and recommendations, the TL;DR answer: install the LAV decoders from HERE, then go to the Settings->Decoders screen, and set everything to the LAV decoders
It depends on the country you're in, the television system you're using, and sometimes the device you use. If you don't have a decoder you require, NextPVR will tell you what type of decoder it's missing. Here are some example decoder requirements for common user groups:
Before attempting to dump files, it is vital to understand what you can actually access.
These reside strictly on the server's host machine (often in server.lua or database files). You cannot dump these from the client-side as they are never sent to your computer. Method 1: Using Official Cfx.re Debugging Tools how to dump server files fivem
Files here are often hashed (named with random strings of letters and numbers). While you can see the files, you may need to rename them or use a hex editor to identify their original format (e.g., changing a file extension to .ytd for textures). Method 3: Using Third-Party Dumpers (Executor-Based) Before attempting to dump files, it is vital
The software creates a folder on the user's desktop containing the .lua scripts and metadata it captured during the session. Best Practices for Server Owners Method 1: Using Official Cfx
Learn how to properly upload and manage your own files via panels like the AleForge Control Panel . Setting up a FiveM Server - Cfx.re Docs
Warning: This method often involves software that can lead to permanent bans from FiveM (Global Bans) if detected by the Cfx.re Anticheat.
NextPVR is a 32bit application so will only see 32bit decoders on the machine. It can't see 64bit decoders, so these will not be listed.
NextPVR's decoder settings only apply to Live TV, and the playback of .ts recordings. For playback of other file types, like .mkv/.mp4/.avi, it's left to Windows to decide what decoders etc are used during playback. Installing LAV from HERE will often resolve issues with playback of these other file types.