Discussion topic: Playing Recording just shows Blank Screen
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Message posted on 20 Oct 2025 03:04 PM
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Playing Recording just shows Blank Screen
I have a Sky + box but would like to upgrade to Sky Q. However, I have an old recording which I want to watch but that just goes to a blank blue screen when played.
I have tried the usual reset by switching off at the wall and waiting several minutes; that makes no difference. It is only one recording which has this problem - all other recordings play OK.
Is there any way of repairing this recording or transferring it to a Sky Q box?
Thank you
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Message posted on 20 Oct 2025 03:11 PM
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Re: Playing Recording just shows Blank Screen
You cannot transfer recordings between boxes
Try a Planner Rebuild
See question Q02 in my Sky Plus F⋅A⋅Q
Message posted on 20 Oct 2025 03:13 PM
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Re: Playing Recording just shows Blank Screen
You can't transfer recordings to a Sky Q box. You may be able to download it again once you've got the box.
I will cc in one of the other Superusers who has compiled a very helpful guide for those thinking of transitioning from Plus to Q which may provide some insight into something you hadn't considered...
cc @nigea99
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Message posted on 20 Oct 2025 05:58 PM - last edited: 20 Oct 2025 05:58 PM
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Re: Playing Recording just shows Blank Screen
hi @Mac5
As @Daniel0210 says, you may, also, wish to read some notes I have made for people considering switching from SKY +/HD to SKY Q
Message posted on 20 Oct 2025 06:48 PM
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Re: Playing Recording just shows Blank Screen
Thanks for the quick replies.
I'll try the Planner Rebuild in due course.
Also, very useful info on points to watch on the switch to Sky Q
Thanks again
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