Keep Seeing Virgin Media Error Codes: Heres How To Fix Them

Are you getting error codes on your Virgin Media Tivo box or V6 box? Do you know what these error codes mean and how to fix them? This article will help you look for possible ways to get your Virgin Media box up and running again.

Virgin Media Tivo box and V6 box let you connect to the world of entertainment. The V6 TV box is the new addition that possesses all the existing functions of the Tivo box with new features. Also, the V6 box is sleeker and a lot faster than the Tivo box that launches apps quickly.

However, Virgin Media users get error codes on both the Tivo box and the V6 box. Let’s discuss some of the common error codes and what troubleshooting steps you can use to clear them up on your Virgin Media TV box.

How To Fix Virgin Media Error Code 7400?

If you are seeing a 7400 error code on your Virgin Media box, it means that the box is not activated yet. You can clear the error by the following methods.

Press and hold the Standby button on the TV box for 10 seconds to reboot it. Detach the adapter cable of the Set-top box and reconnect it after a few seconds. Next, press the Standby button to turn on the TV box and to see if this fix clears the error code.
The second method to fix the 7400 error code is quite simple as well. Log in to your Virgin Media account that is associated with your TV box. Head to the Service status page and see if Virgin Media is having issues in your area or check it with a third party web service. If it does, you can either call the Virgin Media help centre or wait for Virgin Media to fix the service issues themselves.
Sometimes, Tivo and V6 boxes don’t activate within 30 minutes after installation and setup due to poor connection to the VM servers. Therefore, you need to manually activate your box by calling Virgin Media customer support. You have to provide them with your Virgin account number, area code, and set-top box serial number.

Virgin Media Error Code W02 Quick Fix

W02 error code refers to the problem with the signal on specific channels on your Virgin Media box. To fix this issue, you can follow these steps.

First, check that the white cable has firm connectivity to the Virgin Media wall socket and the back of your TV box.
Also, check that the white cable from the wall socket is making firm contact with the splitter.
If the box is connected to the Virgin Media Hub, make sure the box is in the upright position. Next, check the white cable going into the Hub is firmly connected.
Now use the power button on the backside of the TV box to turn it off and on again.
Verify that you don’t see an error code on your Virgin Media box.

What Are Virgin Media Error Codes C130 and C133 and How To Fix them?

Fix virgin media error code C130 and C133

Virgin Media error codes C130 and C133 pop up on the box when the TV box fails to connect to the Virgin Media service. To remove this error:

Reboot your Virgin Media TV box
Press the Home button on your TV box remote
Now select Help & Settings
Next, navigate to Settings and then select Network
Choose either “Connect to the Virgin Media Service now” or “Connection in progress: get status
Wait for a few minutes to let the connection process complete
Verify that the error does not show anymore on your TV box

How To Fix Virgin Media Error Code N27

If you see the error code N27 on your Virgin Media TV box, it means that the box is detecting a problem with the network. It also means the ethernet cable has a loose connection with the box. To solve this issue, do the following steps.

Make sure that the white coaxial cable is connected to the Virgin Media wall socket. If it’s not, use your fingers to tighten it.
Make sure that the white coaxial cable is tight on both ends of the splitter and the back of the TV box.
If you use the Virgin Media Hub to connect your TV box, check that the white coaxial cable is firmly connected to the Hub and the box.
Check that the Ethernet cable is firmly connected to the TV box and into the back of the Hub.
Power off your Virgin Media TV box from the main wall socket and turn it back on again to fix the error.

Can I Fix Virgin Media Error Code C233?

The error code C233 indicates a problem with the wireless settings on your Virgin Media box. To fix it, you need to change your Wireless channel from 5 GHz to 2.4 GHz.

Press the Home button on the TV box remote
Go to Help & Settings -> Settings –> Network
If you see marginal signal strength on the top right side of the Network option, type in 192.168.0.1 in your browser’s address bar
Log in and go to Advanced Settings and disable channel optimization
Under Advanced Settings, click on Wireless Signal and uncheck Enable 5GHz

How To Fix Virgin Media C501 Error Code?

C501 code refers to the error you get on your Tivo box when watching on-demand movies. To fix this error:

Press the Home button on your Tivo box remote and navigate to Help & Settings
Go to System Info and select Virgin Media service account status
Make sure that the account is in a good standing position
Next, go back to the Help & Settings menu and select Settings
Access the Network option and click on “Connect to the Virgin Media service now”
If you fail to connect, you need to contact Virgin Media customer support and book an engineer
If the connection succeeds in connecting with the Virgin media servers, turn off the TV box by using the power button on the back of the box
Make sure that the coaxial cable and Ethernet cable is finger tight on the back of the box and the splitter
Turn on your Tivo box and wait for 5 minutes. The error code should be gone by now

Is There a Way To Fix 604 Error Code?

If you see an error code 604 on your Virgin Media TV box, it means that the show you are trying to watch is temporarily available. To fix this error, the first thing you can do is to make sure that your TV box does not have a problem connecting with your Ultra HD 4K TV. Contact VM customer support if your TV box can’t connect to the HD 4K TV.

After succeeding with the connection issues, proceed with the following troubleshooting steps.

Check that your Ultra HD 4K TV support HDCP 2.2. If not, go to Home –> Home & Settings –> Settings –> Video Output –> Video Output Format
Tick the 1080p resolution and uncheck 2160p resolution
Select to Continue and press the “Thumbs up” three times to save the new settings
If your Ultra HD 4K TV supports HDCP 2.2, verify that you are connecting the TV box directly to the TV with a high-speed HDMI cable

Conclusion

A lot of Virgin Media users report different error codes that pop up on their TV boxes. We have mentioned the possible fixes for those errors that the majority of the users get on their V6 and Tivo Box but can’t find a way to fix them. However, you can contact the Virgin Media help centre to book an engineer if these simple fixes fail to clear up these error codes. Cheers!