PlayOn Release Notes

Check out below for an overview of what has changed in the most recently released versions of PlayOn. If you have specific questions, check out our support page.

You can see what version of PlayOn you are using in PlayOn Settings, on the Registration tab.

Version 2.59.3686

Released 03 February 2010

Features and Changes

  • Fixed .NET 3.5 dependency error (SP1 no longer required).
  • Fixed issue with error message handling in PlayOn Settings.
Known Issues
  • Some PCs may erroneously designate the PlayOn virtual audio driver as primary, requiring the user to manually reset which audio device should be the default through the PC Sound properties panel.
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • TVs with overscan may crop video borders.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.
  • YouTube videos with advertisements not currently supported.

Version 2.59.3684

Released 01 February 2010

Features and Changes

  • Fixed Hulu playback issues on machines with incomplete Office 2000 installations.
  • Fixed Hulu sorting of certain show names.
  • Fixed rare race condition issue where Hulu playback never started.
  • Improved RDP state detection and error messaging.
Known Issues
  • Some PCs may erroneously designate the PlayOn virtual audio driver as primary, requiring the user to manually reset which audio device should be the default through the PC Sound properties panel.
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • TVs with overscan may crop video borders.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.
  • YouTube videos with advertisements not currently supported.

Version 2.59.3679

Released 26 January 2010

Features and Changes

  • Improved Hulu playback issues for many reported issues.
  • Fixed issues related to Hulu queue.
  • Improved Hulu folder browsing, including shows that were missing.
  • Fixed issue related to genres in Netflix.
  • Improved error detection messaging in PlayOn Settings.
  • Improved plugin error detection and reporting.
  • Improved core browser stability.
  • Fixed issue related to DirecTV device causing issues with other DLNA clients' interaction with PlayOn.
  • Added unofficial support for LG BD390.
Known Issues
  • Active RDP sessions with audio enabled will not allow video playback in PlayOn.
  • Some PCs may erroneously designate the PlayOn virtual audio driver as primary, requiring the user to manually reset which audio device should be the default through the PC Sound properties panel.
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • TVs with overscan may crop video borders.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.
  • YouTube videos with advertisements not currently supported.

Version 2.59.3664

Released 12 January 2010

Features and Changes

  • Closed captioning supported for Hulu (requires an account at Hulu with closed captioning enabled, and the login information entered in PlayOn Settings).
  • Fixed issue with Hulu videos not working.
  • Improved Hulu Queue logic.
  • Improved Hulu browsing and categorization logic.
  • Improved on-screen messaging for Flash installation errors.
  • Fixed issue with certain Netflix documentary videos.
  • Fixed issue with Netflix video playback on PCs with high DPI video settings.
  • Improved notification logic for plugins that cause PlayOn to crash.
  • Modified channel overview system in PlayOn Settings to accommodate future core channel additions.
  • Added ability to enable/disable core channels through PlayOn Settings.
Known Issues
  • PCs with active RDP sessions may experience audio playback issues through PlayOn.
  • Some PCs may erroneously designate the PlayOn virtual audio driver as primary, requiring the user to manually reset which audio device should be the default through the PC Sound properties panel.
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.
  • YouTube videos with advertisements not currently supported.

Version 2.59.3614

Released 23 November 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed Netflix sizing and control bar visualization.
  • Decreased frequency of Hulu videos stopping mid-stream.
  • Fixed browsing of Hulu TV episodes.
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3608

Released 16 November 2009

Features and Changes

  • Reset trial period to fresh 14 days for all new installations.
  • Improvements to Netflix timeout logic.
  • Improvements to back-end support handling system.
  • Removed virtual audio driver installation for Windows 7.
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3597

Released 06 November 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed Hulu A/V sync issues.
  • Fixed Hulu queue issues.
  • Extended default web browsing timeouts.
  • Fixed My Media local file sharing A/V sync for certain media file types and codecs.
  • Added feature to drag-and-drop .plugin files to Plugin tab in PlayOn Settings to auto-install plugins (still requires server restart).
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3584

Released 24 October 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed Netflix genre browsing errors.
  • Fixed Hulu double folder issue for Channels.
  • Properly notifying of plugins that require updating in PlayOn Settings.
  • Increased allowed load time for slowly loading plugins.
Known Issues
  • Some users may experience A/V sync issues for Hulu.
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3577

Released 17 October 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed Netflix aspect ratio issue.
Known Issues
  • Some users may experience A/V sync issues for Hulu.
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3576

Released 16 October 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed major A/V sync issues for Netflix and Amazon VOD.
  • Fixed missing audio issues for Netflix.
  • Fixed Netflix cropping issues for Vista users with non-standard DPI settings.
  • Fixed double listing of certain Hulu episodes.
  • Fixed Amazon VOD service outage.
Known Issues
  • Some users may experience A/V sync issues for Hulu.
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3561

Released 01 October 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed major A/V sync issues for Netflix and Amazon VOD (future releases will include additional improvements).
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3559

Released 28 September 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed no-audio issues for Netflix on Windows XP machines.
  • Additional improvements for Netflix video distortion for certain videos on certain PC's.
  • Additional improvements for Netflix playback on machines with high DPI settings.
  • Fixed issue where some Wii users see "No PC Found" even when PlayOn running correctly.
  • Removed extraneous Windows Media Player 11 requirements (WMP 9 is still required, however).
  • Fixed a race condition for plugin loading that could erroneously list a plugin as "slow".
  • Increased Hulu queue maximum length.
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Netflix & Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) A/V sync and visible jitter can be problematic.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3555

Released 24 September 2009

Features and Changes

  • Improved Netflix video distortion issues prevalent on some installations.
  • Fixed issue with Netflix videos playing audio on PC speakers on some installations.
  • Fixed Netflix video cropping for PC's with high DPI settings.
  • Improved Netflix error handling and messaging.
  • Improved Hulu Queue, including respecting expired videos.
  • Detecting expired/unavailable CBS videos.
  • Detecting slow-loading plugins and displaying with error message instead of omitting from root folders.
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Netflix & Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) missing audio, A/V sync, and jitter can be problematic.
  • Wii interface not optimized for SDTV's (4:3).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3548

Released 17 September 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed video distortion issues for Netflix.
  • Fixed most common issues that caused complete playback failure for Netflix.
  • Increased default video quality for Netflix.
  • Fixed Hulu RSS feeds.
  • Added upgrade notification to PlayOn Info channel.
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Netflix & Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) A/V sync and jitter can be problematic.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3546

Released 15 September 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed general Netflix service outage.
  • Fixed Hulu queue issue and service outage for certain accounts.
  • Changed Wii skip forward/back to 30 seconds instead of 15.
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Netflix & Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) A/V sync and jitter can be problematic.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3540

Released 10 September 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed issue with Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) that could cause videos to stop playing after a few minutes.
  • Improved Wii playback logic for long videos.
  • Now properly blocking sleep/hibernate for PCs running on AC power while PlayOn is processing videos.
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) A/V sync can be problematic.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3535

Released 04 September 2009

Features and Changes

  • Upgraded Wii functionality to accommodate latest Opera "Internet Channel" on the Wii.
  • Added seek back/forward controls to Wii interface.
  • Improved Wii detection logic for PC's with multiple active network interfaces.
  • Fixed Amazon VOD playback issues.
  • Fixed Netflix and CBS video widescreen distortion.
  • Fixed generic and Instant Queue video browsing that affected certain Netflix accounts.
  • Increased episode count cap for various services.
  • Fixed default browser launch for system tray notifications.
  • Fixed issue where My Media sharing may show 0 records.
  • Fixed issue where plugins may not show at PlayOn start.
  • Modified plugin loading to skip plugins that execute time-consuming operations at load.
  • Renamed "PlayOn Channel" to "PlayOn Info" to avoid confusion with "My Media".
  • Modified installer to allow installation on domain PC's that have local administrative rights but not network domain administrative rights.
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) A/V sync can be problematic.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3525

Released 26 August 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed ESPN listings.
  • Renamed "Shared Media" to "My Media".
Known Issues
  • My Media (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) A/V sync can be problematic.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3524

Released 25 August 2009

Features and Changes

  • Added "New Arrivals" for Netflix.
  • Fixed "Genre" browsing for most Netflix accounts.
  • Increased total allowed episode count for some TV shows.
Known Issues
  • Local Media Sharing (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) A/V sync can be problematic.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3518

Released 18 August 2009

Features and Changes

  • Including Wii Beta functionality (visit "playon.tv" from Wii Internet Channel).
  • Added full access to entire Netflix video library (Instant Queue still supported as well).
  • Removed Clips from CBS Late Night and added Popular and Recent in its place.
  • Fixed issue where some machines showed Netflix player on PC.
  • Local media sharing (beta) improved where on certain machines no files shown.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (beta) improved to message requirement to install Flash Player in IE, when necessary.
  • Plugins loaded in background so that main DLNA process is not blocked at startup.
  • Bandwidth test results should be more consistent for all users.
  • Fixed issue with D-Link DSM-750 where no videos could be played.
Known Issues
  • Local Media Sharing (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) A/V sync can be problematic.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3512

Released 12 August 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed Netflix and YouTube playback issue affecting minority of installations.
  • Now unofficially supported on Sony BRAVIA (DLNA compatible) TV's.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) reinstated for most (not all) PC configurations.
  • Fixed issue that caused stutter/freezing for some installations for PodCasts Plugin (www.playonplugins.com).
  • Fixed ESPN category listings.
  • Fixed CBS Late Night listings.
  • Mapped drives that correlate to network shares are converted to UNC paths ("\\{PC}\{path}") for Media Sharing (Beta).
  • Fixed screen DPI issue for Plugins tab in PlayOn Settings, where Options button and Enable checkbox were not visible.
  • Improved error handling during media processing.
Known Issues
  • Local Media Sharing (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) A/V sync can be problematic.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3497

Released 29 July 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed Netflix Silverlight playback error messaging issue.
  • Fixed Desktop lockout issue.
Known Issues
  • Local Media Sharing (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3496

Released 28 July 2009

Features and Changes

  • Reset trial period to fresh 14 days for all new installations.
  • Added splash screen to PlayOn Settings.
  • Added local file scanning progress bar to PlayOn Settings.
  • Improvements to local file sharing (though still lots of known issues).
  • Fixed double folder issue.
  • Fixed quality settings bug for low quality streams.
  • Fixed bug in plugin logic where disabled plugins could block enabled plugins from showing up.
  • Added "PlayOn Settings" channel with updated issues and server restart option.
  • Added periodic update check for plugins from main PlayOn Server.
  • Fixed bug where licenses could be shown as incorrectly invalid.
  • Fixed update cleanup logic.
  • Reduced image sizes for oversized video thumbnails.
Known Issues
  • Local Media Sharing (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3460

Released 22 June 2009

Features and Changes

  • Reset trial period to fresh 14 days for all new installations.
  • Fixed Plugin API to use unique ID's for cached plugin settings.
  • Enabled automatic hotfix for required libraries for Local Media Sharing (Beta).
  • Fixed issue in PlayOn Settings where Apply dialog shown at startup when Local Media Sharing enabled.
  • Fixed browsing issue in some services.
Known Issues
  • Local Media Sharing (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3458

Released 20 June 2009

Features and Changes

  • Added Local Media Sharing (Beta), to play media files from the PC. Folders can be chosen in PlayOn Settings.
  • New Plugin API. Existing plugins will not be compatible and will require modification.
  • Improved error messages for certain Netflix videos.
  • Fixed DLNA network error at end of all PS3 video playbacks.
  • Additional core changes in preparation for Wii support.
Known Issues
  • Local Media Sharing (Beta) currently supports limited audio and video codecs.
  • iTunes M4A music files won't play correctly to Xbox 360.
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3431

Released 24 May 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed update logic to avoid applying hotfix updates while watching a video (will be applicable for all future updates).
  • Fixed issue where DLNA errors could occur on browsing titles.
  • Changed "Update" text label for outdated plugins to be more prominent in PlayOn Settings.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3428

Released 22 May 2009

Features and Changes

  • Improved error messaging when Flash player needs to be reinstalled.
  • Fixed issue where some videos could fail and require PlayOn restart to play a new video.
  • General service updates.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3426

Released 19 May 2009

Features and Changes

  • Reorganized YouTube folder feeds.
  • Properly checking Windows version in installer.
  • Core changes in preparation for local media sharing.
  • Core changes in preparation for Wii support.
  • General service updates.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3420

Released 13 May 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed Xbox 360 issue with end of video errors.
  • Allowing local file thumbnail URL's for plugin API.
  • Core changes to allow for direct MP3 local file sharing.
  • Showing incompatible plugins in PlayOn Settings with red text.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3419

Released 11 May 2009

Features and Changes

  • Improved Xbox 360 fast forwarding handling.
  • Fixed Netflix bitrate resolution rollover issue for low performance settings.
  • Reduced unnecessary scratch space usage for long duration videos.
  • Improved memory usage.
  • Improved general error handling.
  • Fixed duration issue for DSM-520 where videos may end early.
  • Added CPU test button in PlayOn Settings.
  • Modified plugin tab in PlayOn Settings to show improved plugin overview.
  • Fixed "Options" button for plugins to correctly cache data when applied in PlayOn Settings.
  • Referenced .NET assemblies now loaded from plugin subdirectories.
  • Modified plugin API to allow read/write of ID's.
  • General service updates.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3399

Released 22 April 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed Netflix login issue.
  • Fixed issue with parental control settings.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3397

Released 20 April 2009

Features and Changes

  • Preliminary core changes to handle image and audio streams.
  • Fixed rare issue with Netflix video resolution determination.
  • General service updates.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3395

Released 17 April 2009

Features and Changes

  • Modified plugin system to not disable plugins when they are incompatible with the latest version of PlayOn. Enabling and disabling of plugins must be done manually in PlayOn Settings.
  • General service updates.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3392

Released 15 April 2009

Features and Changes

  • Core changes in preparation for Wii support and local file sharing support.
  • General service updates.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3389

Released 12 April 2009

Features and Changes

  • Structural changes to Plugin API (still in alpha). New sample plugin and documentation available.
  • Released new Revision3 plugin (0.9.4.0).
  • Fixed startup and playback issue with PC system beeping.
  • Fixed issue where some installations expire too early.
  • Improved general services compatibility.
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3380

Released 04 April 2009

Features and Changes

  • Minor changes and fixes to Plugin API (still in alpha).
  • Fixed issue with YouTube videos occasionally failing.
  • Improved general services compatibility.
  • Released new Revision3 plugin (0.9.3.0).
  • Added preliminary version of CPU benchmarking check in PlayOn Settings. To test your PC, close all CPU-intensive processes (including the PlayOn server), and click on the colored CPU status panel on the "System Check" tab.
  • Core changes in preperation for Wii support (coming soon).
Known Issues
  • Amazon Video on Demand (Beta) temporarily unavailable.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3370

Released 24 March 2009

Features and Changes

  • Updated Plugin API in preparation for publication (still in alpha).
  • Fixed ESPN root folder issue.
  • Fixed online service compatibility updates.
  • Fixed bug which sometimes displayed lower resolution videos when higher resolution videos available.
  • Released new Revision3 plugin (0.9.2.0).
  • Upgraded PlayOn Settings to .NET 2.0.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3359

Released 13 March 2009

Features and Changes

  • New plugin framework (still in alpha). The 0.9.0.0 Revision3 plugin must be upgraded to version 0.9.1.0.
  • Fixed a bug in auto-patch functionality. (Unfortunately, 2.59.3359 is not available as a hotfix.)
  • Created a new (beta) "patch installer" tool, for existing PlayOn installations to upgrade to the latest version, instead of needing to download the full installer.
  • Fixed numerous bugs with Amazon VOD (still in beta), including adding subfolders for episodic shows.
  • Fixed ESPN.
  • Miscellaneous fixes for some video services that were not working.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3357

Released 11 March 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixes for Amazon VOD (still in beta), notably logins and video library logic.
  • Improvements for hotfix auto-updates for future version updates.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3352

Released 06 March 2009

Features and Changes

  • Added Amazon Video on Demand (Beta). Requires an Amazon account and videos added to user video library through PC browser.
  • Added alpha version of PlayOn Plugin architecture. Revision3 plugin available for download and installation.
  • Added "Plugin" tab in PlayOn Settings to view and manage plugins.
  • Reduced refresh period from 10 minutes to 1 minute for Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser to be reflected through PlayOn.
  • Minor improvements to diagnostic log information for support requests.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3343

Released 25 February 2009

Features and Changes

  • Server now automatically restarts every 24 hours during inactivity to mitigate memory usage.
  • Added CBS "Late Night" programming.
  • Fixed issue where certain Netflix videos could not play.
  • Fixed ESPN.
  • Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3336

Released 17 February 2009

Features and Changes

  • Improved Netflix logic for IE6 installations.
  • Fixed issue with RSS-based feeds.
  • Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3330

Released 13 February 2009

Features and Changes

  • Fixed issue where selecting a given video may repeat the most recently watched video instead of the chosen video.
  • Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3327 (automatic hotfix to 2.59.3318 installer)

Released 08 February 2009

Features and Changes

  • Improved bandwidth detection algorithm in PlayOn Settings. Bandwidth results now correlate directly to their equivalent maximum video performance level, which can still be overridden manually in PlayOn Settings.
  • Fixed issue with automatically choosing correct online video resolutions.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3318

Released 01 February 2009

Features and Changes

  • This is the first official release of PlayOn!
  • Reset the trial period to a fresh 14 days.
  • Fixed Netflix issue where videos may not play depending on performance setting in PlayOn Settings.
  • Fixed issue with Administrator check in installer.
  • Fixed issue with .NET 2.0 prerequisite check in installer.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3302

Released 15 January 2009

Features and Changes

  • This is release candidate 6.
  • Reset the trial period to a fresh 14 days.
  • No new features since version 2.59.3296.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3296

Released 8 January 2009

Features and Changes

  • This is release candidate 5.
  • Fixed ESPN, and added widescreen and categorized ESPN videos.
  • Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).
  • YouTube subscriptions and playlists are limited to 50 videos.

Version 2.59.3290

Released 4 January 2009

Features and Changes

  • This is release candidate 4.
  • Improvements to Netflix login and queue retrieval, especially for systems with Internet Explorer 6 (though IE 7 is still highly recommended).
  • Reduced chances for faulty or corrupt playback for Netflix videos.
  • Added custom error messaging to help users identify specific problems when they occur.
  • Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Changes to a given Hulu Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).

Version 2.59.3274

Released 19 December 2008

Features and Changes

  • This is release candidate 3.
  • Checking for proper .NET 2.0 SP 1 prerequisites on installation.
  • Fixed CBS feeds.
  • Fixed Netflix episode mismatches for television series.
  • Handling CNN clips that do not have associated ads.
  • DLNA CDS compliance improvements.
  • Windows Home Server/Windows Server 2003 fixes for Netflix.
  • Fix for some videos ending early on Xbox 360.
  • Continuing improvements for "resume" functionality on Xbox 360.
  • Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser as well as PlayOn Netflix access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Hulu Queue entries with expired items will fail to play, and changes to a given Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100 maximum).

Version 2.59.3268

Released 11 December 2008

Features and Changes

  • This is release candidate 2.
  • Added CNN and CNN Money content providers.
  • Increased maximum video count in YouTube folders from 50 to 150.
  • YouTube fixed for non-US residents.
  • Increased size of PlayOn Settings text area for YouTube usernames.
  • Improved Netflix account issues for Internet Explorer 6 installations, though IE 7 is highly recommended.
  • Ported server application to .NET 2.0.
  • Installer fixed to allow Windows 7.
  • Fixes for 64-bit Windows installations.
  • Improvements for "resume" functionality on Xbox 360 (additional improvements will follow in subsequent releases).
  • Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser as well as PlayOn Netflix access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Hulu Queue entries with expired items will fail to play, and changes to a given Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100).

Version 2.58.3248

Released 22 November 2008

Features and Changes

  • This is the official first release candidate.
  • Trial period reset to 14 days for all installations.
  • PlayOn system tray icon no longer requires Vista UAC elevation, and allows right-click starting/stopping of server.
  • Support requests now include potentially useful system information to help users diagnose technical problems.
  • Netflix Instant Queue recategorized to list first 50 movies, genre, and alphabetical folders.
  • CBS programming now lists Full Episodes and Clips separately.
  • Excessive buffering times reduced for Popcorn Hour (note this device is not yet officially supported).
  • Miscellaneous bug fixes and improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser Netflix access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Silverlight beta testers may not be able to play videos from their Netflix accounts through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Hulu Queue entries with expired items will fail to play, and changes to a given Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Samsung LNXXA750 TV's unable to play any content (this will likely be addressed in a patch).
  • Unable to install on Windows 7 (will be fixed in next release).
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100) and YouTube (50).

Version 2.58.3228 (2.58.3239)

Released 1 November 2008 - autopatch to version 2.58.3239 applied 12 November 2008

Features and Changes

  • Netflix Instant Queues with more than 100 entries now supported.
  • Netflix queue and error handling improved.
  • New PlayOn logo.
  • Hulu Queue support added, with login details in PlayOn Settings.
  • Hulu 480p videos supported, when available (also requires "Medium" or higher Video Performance setting in PlayOn Settings).
  • Hulu episodes should no longer be limited to 16 entries.
  • ESPN handling improved to avoid potential CPU spike.
  • PlayOn Settings layout improved.
  • "Auto" Video Performance setting logic improved.
  • Miscellaneous general product improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser Netflix access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Silverlight beta testers will not be able to play videos from their Netflix accounts through PlayOn.
  • Netflix Instant Queue changes through PC browser may take up to 10 minutes to be reflected through PlayOn. Restarting the server will force an update.
  • Hulu Queue entries with expired items will fail to play, and changes to a given Queue may not be immediately reflected through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • System tray icon requires Vista UAC elevation confirmation at PC startup if set to always show.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for CBS (100) and YouTube (50).

Version 2.58.3211 (2.58.3217)

Released 16 October 2008 - autopatch to version 2.58.3217 applied 30 October 2008

Features and Changes

  • Netflix queue issues improved.
  • Lowest quality Netflix videos now available, for those users with low broadband connection.
  • Starz widescreen movies from Netflix now display with correct aspect ratio.
  • Added "Auto" feature for video performance (this setting is recommended for most users).
  • Users can elect in PlayOn Settings to enable or disable full video processing when they stop or pause the most recently played video for more than 5 minutes.
  • Supporting PLAYSTATION 3 firmware upgrade 2.50.
  • HP MediaSmart playback fixes.
  • Internet Explorer 7 no longer required.
  • Reduced volume on advertisements.
  • PlayOn Settings layout improved.
  • Removed Local Media Sharing "Coming soon" tab in PlayOn Settings, to avoid confusion for why the tab is disabled (local media sharing still planned for a future release).
  • Trial period reduced to 21 days, and everyone reset to a new trial period.
  • Miscellaneous general product improvements.
Known Issues
  • Netflix Instant Queue cannot list movies beyond 95 entries.
  • Netflix video sessions not properly closed in all cases, which may block PC browser Netflix access for up to 2 hours after starting a Netflix movie through PlayOn.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • System tray icon requires Vista UAC elevation confirmation at PC startup if set to always show.
  • Videos are missing in the total counts for a number of content providers.

Version 2.58.3196

Released 1 October 2008

Features and Changes

  • Netflix queue issues improved dramatically.
  • Improved Netflix performance slightly, so movies should start playing a second or two sooner.
  • Fixed issue where some Netflix movies were showing in black and white.
  • New preliminary changes to help support D-Link DSM-520 (however, more changes are required to officially support this device).
  • Added informational diagnostics in PlayOn Settings to test PC for minimum requirements and potential issues.
  • General product improvements and bug fixes.
Known Issues
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • System tray icon requires Vista UAC elevation confirmation at PC startup if set to always show.
  • CBS episodes can in certain cases not be listed after 100 entries.
  • Hulu may only return a handful of video entries.
  • YouTube may show only up to 50 records in certain cases.
  • Advertisements often do not have normalized volume.

Version 2.58.3190

Released 25 September 2008

Features and Changes

  • Added Netflix service capability (requires Netflix account with videos added to user's "Instant Queue").
  • Trial period now 45 days (existing installations should reset and have 45 new days as well).
  • Connection errors issue on Xbox 360 improved.
  • "Low" and "Medium" quality setting now won't prematurely stop video playback.
  • General product improvements and bug fixes.
Known Issues
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • System tray icon requires Vista UAC elevation confirmation at PC startup if set to always show.
  • CBS episodes can in certain cases not be listed after 100 entries.
  • Hulu may only return a handful of video entries.

Version 2.58.3188

Released 23 September 2008

Features and Changes

  • General product improvements and bug fixes.
  • Fixed issue where video would stop completely when first ad should play.
  • On PS3, moved all service providers under single PlayOn server.
Known Issues
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • System tray icon requires Vista UAC elevation confirmation at PC startup if set to always show.
  • CBS episodes can in certain cases not be listed after 100 entries.
  • In some cases, Hulu may only return a handful of video entries.

Version 2.58.3181

Released 16 September 2008

Features and Changes

  • Fundamental improvements to Hulu feeds. EDIT: Hulu feeds are currently nonoperational for most users in this version.
Known Issues
  • Hulu feeds not working in the majority of cases.
  • Memory usage can increase over time (we recommend restarting the server regularly until this issue is resolved).
  • System tray icon requires Vista UAC elevation confirmation at PC startup if set to always show.
  • Known issues from version 2.58.3176 below still apply.

Version 2.58.3176

Released 11 September 2008

Features and Changes

  • Improvements to Hulu feed stability.
  • Support requests are a little easier to submit, and don't require sending a direct email.
  • PlayOn Settings Manager can no longer block system reboot/shutdown/logout.
  • Auto-update "hot-fix" behavior improved when errors are encountered during download.
Known Issues
  • In some cases, Hulu may only return a handful of video entries.
  • Netflix and Hulu user queues and subscriptions are not yet enabled. Hulu standard videos are however still available.