[Waka]

Sorry yes create the fiolder plugins1 with the same files in the folder.

Then try xbmc with the encrypted channels..

If it doesnt work then check services.msc....look for the dvbviewer recording service, look at the options and check box "allow interaction with desktop"

then try xbmc again,

i remember in an older version of recording service and I had checked that box in services.msc, but having checked my settings now it is currently not checked and all works...

Ah it's working...thank you thank you thank you!
I missed an 's' off Plugins1. I would never have worked out to put a duplicate of my plugin folder within that folder.
I don't think I have the "allow interaction with desktop" option in my services, but no problem, it's obviously not needed anyway!

Thank you again so much for your help, now to have a play with the epg...