FIX: A problem may occur with audio and video synchronization when certain TV capture cards are used (887131)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2
  • Microsoft DirectX 9.0b End User Runtime

SYMPTOMS

A problem may occur with audio and video synchronization when content is captured and is played back by using certain TV capture cards in a DirectShow filter graph.

CAUSE

Certain DirectShow filter graphs that are used to playback captured content from a TV capture card may lack a correct reference clock. A correct reference clock is required for correct audio and video synchronization.

RESOLUTION

A supported hotfix is now available from Microsoft, but it is only intended to correct the problem that is described in this article. Only apply it to systems that are experiencing this specific problem. This hotfix may receive additional testing. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem, we recommend that you wait for the next release that contains this hotfix.

To resolve this problem immediately, contact Microsoft Product Support Services to obtain the hotfix. For a complete list of Microsoft Product Support Services telephone numbers and information about support costs, visit the following Microsoft Web site:Note In special cases, charges that are ordinarily incurred for support calls may be canceled if a Microsoft Support Professional determines that a specific update will resolve your problem. The usual support costs will apply to additional support questions and issues that do not qualify for the specific update in question.

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   01-Oct-2004  22:53  6.5.2600.2524   1,287,680  Quartz.dll       

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a bug in the Microsoft products that are listed in the "Applies to" section.

MORE INFORMATION

This hotfix creates a reference clock configuration that permits audio and video synchronization. Audio and video synchronization is permitted provided that the underlying driver reveals a "ksproxy" audio pin. The waveout audio path is no longer supported for this scenario. Contact your driver manufacturer to make sure that the "ksproxy" audio pin is correctly revealed.

For more information about Microsoft DirectX and to view the DirectX documentation, visit the following Microsoft Developer Network (MSDN) Web site:

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:6/2/2006
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