Windows Media File Converted for Hoster Use

[RIKKI TIKKI]

Gwen,

I am not the best source for troubleshooting your problem with video, as it involves the video capabilities of the Hoster Version you are presently using... and IF I read your post correctly, you are using a version you first loaded in 2008? Is that accurate? Have you updated to any newer version since then? And what version would that be?

I am trying to imagine the time warp differences that the older version presents to you, and with us trying to advise you, using what we know about the current version of Hoster ( 5.41.xx )...

In your version, it seems the dual display, ( KJ Preview Screen, and Audience Screen ) are not both operating from your last screenshot, and your Preview Screen is black (As it is in my later version also), but with the Audience Screen also projected on my single computer main screen display, I can see what would be displayed once I extend that screen to another monitor, or TV...

Perhaps Roy or Walt will revisit your post, and be able to guide you further... or MTU support ( remember that support is basically working on new features of Hoster, Micro Studio, Vogone, Keyrite, etc. ) and without a support ticket filed by you, they may not respond to your problem, and advise you, because they are not aware of your difficulties, if they are not presently monitoring this post in the forum?

But I'll listen in and interject with anything I know of that may help... we just need to be aware that your using an older version of Hoster, and it may be something to ponder, if & when contemplating an upgrade?

Rick

[GwenButler]

Rikki,
Just as you said, once my equipment setup split the video to another monitor I was able to play video files successfully, that is, everything is working just fine.

My only problem now is that I am unable to locate video files via the Hoster search feature when creating a new playlist. As a workaround, I will load (and play) all videos within a single playlist.

Any suggestions that would allow for greater flexibility much appreciated--I am using Hoster Version 3.321.

Thanks a ton!

Best,
Gwen
(AKA The Karaoke Queen)

[RIKKI TIKKI]

Gwen,

Glad the videos are visible on the extended screen(s)...

I store my Videos in a Separate Folder on my External Drive (2TB) and then list them by Genre ( Pop, Rock, Country, etc.) and then when I need or care to use them, I place in the playlist ( Usually as filler music before Karaoke show starts, and maybe a couple of End of Show dance tunes, while I'm tearing down for the night... ) Your Mileage May Vary...

I know Roy, for one, indexes his videos, and uses the search feature to add to his playlists... I'm sure you have your preferences... so experiment a little... Hoster won't let you down!

We are beta testing Version 5.41.03 (Beta 6) at this time... the new features may be worth your while, if you have the need to upgrade while the price is discounted... ( I think I Saw A Sale This Month )

[MTUSUPPORT]

Oh wow that version is way old and no longer supported. Not much we can do with an old version, just being honest. But the new versions are way much better.

[RIKKI TIKKI]

Originally Posted by MTUSUPPORT

Oh wow that version is way old and no longer supported. Not much we can do with an old version, just being honest. But the new versions are way much better.

+1

[WaltR]

Originally Posted by GwenButler

Rikki,
Just as you said, once my equipment setup split the video to another monitor I was able to play video files successfully, that is, everything is working just fine.

My only problem now is that I am unable to locate video files via the Hoster search feature when creating a new playlist. As a workaround, I will load (and play) all videos within a single playlist.

Any suggestions that would allow for greater flexibility much appreciated--I am using Hoster Version 3.321.

Thanks a ton!

Best,
Gwen
(AKA The Karaoke Queen)

Gwen, you won't find videos via the search feature unless you indexed them into Hoster as you did with your karaoke files. As mentioned, you are using a very old version of Hoster and I don't remember all of that versions capabilities. I really recommend updating to the current version.