2025-07-22, 05:43 PM
This issue, where a recorded file's length differs from the recording log, often points to a problem with the source signal or how Jellyfin processed it. Even if logs show a recording started and finished on time, silent failures can occur.
First, check the EPG (Electronic Program Guide) data for the specific program. Verify that the broadcast schedule matched the actual recording duration. Sometimes, broadcast times shift without EPG updates, or a program ends early.
Next, examine the stream itself. If possible, play back the recorded file in a different media player to confirm its actual length. This can rule out a display error within Jellyfin.
Consider the LiveTV source. Was there any interruption to the signal during the recording? Brief signal drops, even if not explicitly logged as errors, can cause data loss and result in a shorter file. This is especially true for unstable network connections or antenna issues.
Finally, review Jellyfin's transcoding settings for recordings. Incorrect settings or insufficient system resources could lead to corruption or incomplete files, even if the recording process itself appears to run for the full duration. Look for any warnings or errors in the system logs that might relate to transcoding or disk write operations around the time of the recording.
First, check the EPG (Electronic Program Guide) data for the specific program. Verify that the broadcast schedule matched the actual recording duration. Sometimes, broadcast times shift without EPG updates, or a program ends early.
Next, examine the stream itself. If possible, play back the recorded file in a different media player to confirm its actual length. This can rule out a display error within Jellyfin.
Consider the LiveTV source. Was there any interruption to the signal during the recording? Brief signal drops, even if not explicitly logged as errors, can cause data loss and result in a shorter file. This is especially true for unstable network connections or antenna issues.
Finally, review Jellyfin's transcoding settings for recordings. Incorrect settings or insufficient system resources could lead to corruption or incomplete files, even if the recording process itself appears to run for the full duration. Look for any warnings or errors in the system logs that might relate to transcoding or disk write operations around the time of the recording.