Ipod Video - Frame freeze and no sound

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  1. Bongo06

    Bongo06 Member

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    Thanks for that link and for everyones help! I am up and running perfectly (except I can't use my radio/remote anymore, but ya just have to take the good with the bad and have priorities)!
     
    Bongo06, Mar 29, 2006
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  2. jazo123

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    Why can't you use the radio/remote anymore?
     
    jazo123, Mar 29, 2006
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  3. Lethal_B

    Lethal_B Moderator Staff Member

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    Fantastic.. Another happy customer :)
     
    Lethal_B, Mar 30, 2006
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  4. 3mrhythm

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    apple really stinks.. i am surprised they havent fixed this.

    i really want a better program than itunes too.. something open source would be realy good. im sick of not having my simpsons episodes organized. in the video menu..its annoying lol
     
    3mrhythm, Mar 30, 2006
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  5. Lethal_B

    Lethal_B Moderator Staff Member

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    Well, I am not surprised in the slightest that they've yet to address the issue, as I believe they implemented it purposely. The 'bug' in iPod firmware version 1.1 has been known to cause problems with video playback, amongst othen niggly issues. [bold]But[/bold], you don't get such issues when you download your content from the iTMS. They want you to think that your own videos and DVD's will not play properly on your iPod, and thus persuading you to use the iTMS to get your content.

    That's where the discussion forums come in handy. You can learn about truthful problems with software from other individuals like you and me. The problems were spotted extremely quickly, and many did the wise thing and simply downgraded to the stable version 1.0.

    There are many iTunes alternatives, but IMHO, iTunes is the best application if used solely for iPod synchronization. There are currently no program that allows the full range of iTunes functions, and until there is, nobody will switch. Have a look at my stickied FAQ - It may give you a better understanding of iTunes, and enhance your enjoyability..

    Lethal
     
    Lethal_B, Mar 30, 2006
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  6. 3mrhythm

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    there is a new program called like songbird or something that will do ipod synch soon .. it seems better than itunes.. we'll have to see
     
    3mrhythm, Mar 30, 2006
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  7. Bongo06

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    jazo123, you asked "Why can't you use the radio/remote anymore?"

    Please correct me if I am wrong, but the firmware version that stalls the video/no audio is the same firmware needed to use the Ipod Radio Remote. So my choice was to either keep the newer firmware and be able to use the Ipod Radio Remote or downgrade the firmware in order to view videos with no problems. I choice to view the videos with no problems (and seem to be out $50 I paid for the Radio remote).

     
    Bongo06, Mar 31, 2006
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  8. jazo123

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    Oh, okay, I thought that all firmwares supported that radio thing. There is the new 1.1.1 firmware that I'm sure will support the radio.
     
    jazo123, Mar 31, 2006
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    I have the same problem. It has existed for with firmware 1.0, 1.1 and now 1.1.1

    I believe it to be a buffering problem within the ipod and have a work around that has yet to fail me.

    First I start up the video and within the first few seconds I pause it. I keep it paused for 30-60 seconds. Then I resume play and it works fine. I believe without pausing it, the buffer does not get a chance to fill completely and then the sound issue starts.

    I have downloaded some videos that worked without doing this and some then some do have the problem. I have encoded my own using several different programs and could not find a set of encoding settings that would work without fail. This pause method was something I stumbled upon by accident and since has worked like a charm. I'd be interested in hearing from others if it works for them as well.

     
    mitchg17, Apr 5, 2006
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  10. dkmopq

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    Apple's firmware 1.1 upgrade for iPod have affected third party iPod converter software running on iPod (normally on 60G). That is, iPod video freezing, no audio, etc.
    You needn't downgrade to 1.0, cucusoft ipod converters have fixed this problem. Try it first before downgrade. http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/253137
     
    dkmopq, Apr 5, 2006
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  11. jazo123

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    Or you can always upgrade to the new firmware, as it has no reported problems yet.
     
    jazo123, Apr 5, 2006
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  12. bhfanek

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    i did exactly what's been told on how to downgrade my ipod... but the same problem persist! is there another way to downgrade my ipod? thanks...
     
    bhfanek, Apr 25, 2006
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  13. 3mrhythm

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    did you run the ipod update after you modified the updater? and did you use the 1.0 updater?
     
    3mrhythm, Apr 26, 2006
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    Is there a way to fix the video sounds without downgrading?
    I am not the most computer savy person and after shelling out close to 500$ for this baby, I really dont feel comfprtable altering it, But I would like to fix it when I play movies, it will work for abt 2o secs, then it stops conmtinues wihout sound. I really dont want to downgrade, but I want the videos to work.
     
    CleanX, May 7, 2006
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  15. Lethal_B

    Lethal_B Moderator Staff Member

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    If you are not comfortable downgrading (even though it is harmless ;), then simply [bold]up[/bold]date using the latest updater, which can be downloaded here.. http://www.apple.com/ipod/download/

    Happy iPodding
     
    Lethal_B, May 7, 2006
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